Author: Amanda Collins
Mexican superstar Gloria Trevi, widely hailed as The Queen of Mexican Pop, has been named the 2025 Hispanic Heritage Legend Award honoree. The recognition celebrates Trevi as “a cultural force whose voice has resonated across generations and borders,” said Hispanic Heritage Foundation president/CEO Antonio Tijerino in a statement shared with Billboard. “Her fearless artistry, record-breaking tours and unwavering advocacy embody the spirit of this recognition.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news The ceremony will take place on Sept. 4 at the Warner Theater in Washington, D.C., and will air nationally on PBS. “I am grateful for this recognition which, more…
Drake and Adin Ross are reportedly going to be covering the funeral costs of a Kick streamer who died during a livestream. The streamer in question was 46-year-old Raphaël Graven, was was found dead at a home near Nice, France on August 18. He was best known by the moniker Jean Pormanove, and was said to have been in the middle of a 10-day streaming marathon when he passed. Authorities in France have confirmed that there will be an investigation into his death due to claims that he had faced “humiliation” and “mistreatment” during the livestream. Various French outlets have…
Hollow Knight: Silksong finally has a release date and, according to gamers who’ve played the long-awaited sequel at Gamecom, lives up to the hype. Hollow Knight: Silksong has become one of the most anticipated games in recent years. Originally planned as an expansion for 2017’s fiendishly difficult metroidvania Hollow Knight, developers Team Cherry later decided to turn it into a full-blown sequel. Hollow Knight: Silksong was set to launch in 2023 but was indefinitely delayed and Team Cherry has been very quiet since. At the start of the year, they broke their silence to confirm the game was still in…
FKA Twigs has been added to the line-up for RAYE’s headline show at All Points East 2025 as a replacement for Doechii. Find out ticket details and more below. Taking place on Saturday (August 23), the show will see BRIT Award-winning singer and songwriter RAYE top the bill at East London’s Victoria Park. Those joining her on the all-female line-up include Tyla, JADE, Nao, Cat Burns, Eliza Rose, former NME Cover star Chloe Qisha, NME 100 alumni Nia Smith, and more. Now, with two days left until things kick off, FKA Twigs has been added to the bill too, headlining…
ARIA comes in swinging with unapologetic confidence to live up to the title on this new release “SPLASH!” A bold, bravado-filled anthem that makes its presence known for every second to make a record impossible to ignore. The sound is brought to life on it’s heavy-hitting 808s and slick production, the song showcases his dominance and swagger to leave an unforgettable mark. ARIA’s delivery is sharp, and dripping with charisma, making every bar feel like a statement of intent. It thrives on high energy and the fearless drive to stand out. It’s the kind of song that feels tailor-made for…
Tensions between Spotify and the government in Turkey seem to have been overcome, for now at least, following a meeting between Turkish ministers and the streaming service earlier this week. There was speculation last month that those tensions might result in Spotify bailing on the Turkish market entirely. But not now. And all it took was a commitment to open an office in Istanbul. Writing on social media, Turkish Culture Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy revealed he had a meeting earlier this week with Spotify, which he dubbed “one of the pioneers of the global music industry”. That session, he said, had…
UK-based music producer Hessian joins forces with German producer Farves and Swedish singer-songwriter flyckt for their brand new single Just Can’t Stop, a bold and emotionally charged cut that blends melodic house with an alt-pop flair. I am a fan of flyckt’s raw, magnetic vocals which radiate raw emotion and soul from the start, effortlessly drawing our attention to their relatable storytelling. Accompanying those gorgeous vocals we have an infectious electronic production that builds through shimmering textures, pulsing synths and a hypnotic groove that reflects each artist’s distinct sonic identity, creating an overall warm, hypnotic and emotive listening experience perfect for…
Emily C. Browning makes a bold statement with her new self produced single “Primary,” An alt-pop-rock gem that fuses raw emotion with sharp, dynamic instrumentation to make must hear music you can’t ignore. Drawing inspiration from the artful edge of St. Vincent and the explosive energy of Paramore, Browning creates a track that feels both experimental and commanding. Gritty guitars collide with sleek textures, while the rhythm drives everything forward with undeniable urgency, giving it a restless, electric pulse. The vocals cut through the music with conviction, with powerful bursts that demand attention for every second. The writing excels in…
Spotify and amra, the global digital licensing collection society, have entered into a multi-territorial, multi-year direct licensing agreement. The announcement comes just one week after Spotify reached a separate deal with amra’s parent company, Kobalt, which is expected to improve songwriter compensation in the U.S. market. The new agreement, aimed at delivering greater flexibility to amra’s songwriter and publisher clients, covers a broad range of digital mechanical and performing rights. In a joint statement, the companies said the agreement is structured to foster innovation, paving the way for new product features and formats that serve both creators and fans. Related…
Federal prosecutors are urging a judge to reject Sean “Diddy” Combs’ bid to overturn his prostitution convictions – including his “meritless” claims that “freak-offs” were just porn movies protected by the First Amendment. In a filing Wednesday in Manhattan federal court, prosecutors say Diddy’s recent motion asking the judge to acquit him or order a new trial must be denied, arguing there was clearly enough evidence to support a jury’s guilty verdict on two counts of interstate prostitution. Related The feds are also unimpressed with Diddy’s creative alternative argument: that he was merely exercising his constitutional right to free speech…