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Watch First Lady Jill Biden Surprise High School Students Ahead of Their White House Performance

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From the Super Bowl to the White House, the Jonesboro High School Majestic Marching Cardinals are on a roll!

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UMG and Lucian Grainge Blast Lawyer For Adding Them to Diddy Sex Abuse Lawsuit: ‘Recklessly False’

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The music giant and its CEO have "utterly nothing to do" with the case against Diddy, their lawyers say.

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Anitta & More Announced as Co-Chairs for Global Citizen NOW Summit

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The two-day summit, where the Brazilian star is set to speak, will take place May 1-2 in New York.

Wednesday, Mar 27

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Diddy’s Attorney Makes a Statement After His LA & Miami Houses Were Raided | Billboard News

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Diddy’s attorney Aaron Dyer speaks out and calls the raids on Diddy’s Los Angeles and Miami houses on Monday, March 25th, by Homeland Security agents an “unprecedented ambush” and labels the takedowns against his client “a witch hunt.”…

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Nova Music Festival Exhibit Coming to NYC Following Tragedy at Israeli Event

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The exhibition, titled The Nova Music Festival Exhibition: October 7th 06:29AM, first premiered in Tel Aviv for 10 weeks and will be open to the public in NYC in April.

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TikTok Rapper Must Pay Sony Music More Than $800K Over Unlicensed Sample, Judge Rules

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The judge says the huge fine will serve as a "lesson" for Trefuego, a 20-year-old rapper who created a viral hit called “90mh.”

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MSG Boss James Dolan Responds To Sexual Assault Lawsuit: ‘Opportunists Looking For Quick Payday’

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Facing claims he subjected a tour masseuse to "unlawful and unwelcome sex acts" while his band opened for the Eagles, Dolan says the allegations are "lies."

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Shakira Takes Over Times Square With Free Pop-Up Show to Celebrate New Album

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The Colombian superstar drew around 40,000 people at her surprise concert on Tuesday night (March 26) in New York City.

Tuesday, Mar 26

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Diddy’s Attorney Vows to End ‘Witch Hunt’ After Multiple Raids Led By Federal Agents

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The statement comes after Diddy's Los Angeles and Miami properties were raided by Homeland Security on Monday (Mar. 25).

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Russian Rock Band Picnic Returns to Stage After Moscow Terrorist Attack, Remains Apolitical as Pro-Kremlin Media Blames Ukraine

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The band's March 22 concert at Crocus City Hall turned into the site of a deadly mass shooting that shocked the world.

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Kai Cenat Tries to Shoot His Shot With Tyla by Asking Her on a Date | Billboard News

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YouTuber and Twitch streamer Kai Cenat tries to shoot his shot with rising Afrobeats artist Tyla by asking her on a date. Tyla also taught Kai how to twerk, and she played What’s in the Box on one of his most recent streams. Kai Cenat:Tyla…

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It’s Still Difficult, But It Might Be Easier Than Ever for Outsiders to Crack Country

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"If the consumer accepts it as country, then it's country," says Maverick partner Clarence Spalding.

Monday, Mar 25

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Russian Officials Urge Harsh Punishment for Suspects in Moscow Concert Hall Attack

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The four men charged with carrying out the deadly strike showed signs of being severely beaten while appearing in court on Sunday.

Sunday, Mar 24

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Russia Observes National Day of Mourning Following Moscow Concert Hall Attack

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"The whole country, our whole people, mourns with you," Russian President Vladimir Putin said.

Saturday, Mar 23

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Russia Detains 11 in Attack on Moscow Concert Hall That Killed at Least 133

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Putin said authorities detained a total of 11 people, including four suspected gunmen who attacked concertgoers.

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Ultra Music Festival 2024 Day 1 Shuts Down Due to Severe Weather

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After closing early on day one due to thunder and lightning storms, the Miami dance music festival is schedule to re-open March 23.

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Russia Says 40 Dead, 145 Injured in Concert Hall Raid; Islamic State Group Claims Responsibility

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The strike occurred as crowds gathered at a concert for Russian rock band Picnic.

Friday, Mar 22

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GloRilla Was ‘Geeked’ Over Meeting President Joe Biden & VP Kamala Harris at the White House

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"I never thought in a million years I'd be in the White House," the rapper shared.

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Carnival Cruise Line Brought Celebration Key to Life During Billboard’s The STAGE at SXSW

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Following the recent announcement of an all new exclusive destination on Grand Bahama, Carnival Cruise Line brought a taste of Celebration Key to Austin, Texas.

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Chicano Batman on Their Upcoming Album ‘Notebook Fantasy,’ How They Became a Band & More | Billboard News

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Indie band Chicano Batman talk about their upcoming album Notebook Fantasy, their varied music influences from both Western and Latin America, look back at their 15-year journey as a band, how they first met and became a band, what playing…

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Jack Black Is Ready to Rock Again, Specifically For a Possible ‘School of Rock’ Sequel

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"I wish there'd be a 'School of Rock 2 Electric Boogaloo'," he said of potential follow-up to the beloved 2003 comedy.

Thursday, Mar 21

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Italian Recorded Music Revenues Grew 18.8% in 2023

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It is the best result ever for the country in the streaming era. Italy is now the third biggest market of the European Union.

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Executive Director for Nonprofit Female Drumming Competition Resigns Following Sexual Harassment Claims

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The co-founder of Hit Like a Girl says his comments were meant to be supportive and sarcastic.

Wednesday, Mar 20

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Billboard’s Forum on Spanish Language Music in Madrid: Best Photos

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The first ever Forum on Spanish Language Music in Madrid, presented by the Community of Madrid and powered by Billboard, took place on Tuesday (March 19) at the WiZink Center.

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Chief Keef Talks Working With Sexyy Red & Mike Will Made-It, ‘Almighty So 2’ & More | Billboard News

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Chief Keef opens up about working with Sexyy Red and Mike Will Made-It, his upcoming album Almighty So 2 and more backstage at Rolling Loud 2024. Chief Keef:Saying she wants to come through and I said, “hell f–king yeah.” Oh s–t. I’ve been…

Quoting Taylor Swift, Court Rejects Metallica’s Insurance Lawsuit Over COVID-Cancelled Concerts

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Metallica's case is one of numerous lawsuits, many of them unsuccessful, aimed at forcing insurance companies to pay for losses caused by pandemic cancellations.

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For King + Country Talk ‘Checking In’ to Country With an Assist From Lee Brice

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"Checking In," written by Michael Farren, Garrett Jacobs and Ken Hart, is featured on the soundtrack to For King + Country's movie Unsung Hero.

Tuesday, Mar 19

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Sam Smith & Normani Can’t Recover $700K Legal Bill After Beating Copyright Lawsuit, Judge Says

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The stars argued they should be reimbursed after defeating a "frivolous" song-theft lawsuit, but a federal judge ruled the duo must pay their own lawyers.

Friday, Mar 15

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Jimmie Allen Sexual Assault Accuser Agrees to Drop Lawsuit Against Country Star

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Allen's former manager asked a judge to dismiss her lawsuit, but another sexual assault case against Allen still looms large.

Thursday, Mar 14

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Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Under Trump Says He’ll Put Together Investor Group to Buy TikTok

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Steven Mnuchin revealed his plans after the House passed a bill that would potentially ban the app in the United States.