Author: Amanda Collins
Before country music group Old Dominion launched its debut 2015 album Meat and Candy and went on to earn seven No. 1 Billboard Country Airplay hits, the group’s members were already proving themselves to be a not-so-secret weapon in Nashville music industry circles, as song crafters behind hits including Kenny Chesney’s “Save It for a Rainy Day” and Dierks Bentley’s “Say You Do.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news On Old Dominion’s sixth studio album Barbara, out Friday (Aug. 22), the five-member outfit brings fans back to the center of that songwriting nucleus — and after a decade of…
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Calling all Sabrina Carpenter fans! The “Espresso” singer’s seventh studio album, Man’s Best Friend, is dropping in nine days via Island Records, which means it’s crunch time. The album, which drops on Aug. 29, includes 12 tracks, including her previously released single “Manchild.” Tracks include “Tears,” “My Man on Willpower,” “Sugar Talking,” “We Almost Broke Up Again Last Night,” “Nobody’s Son,” “Never Getting Laid,” “When Did…
The Sherlocks have announced an ‘Everything Must Make Sense’ UK tour for later this year, with support from The Jacques. The band released their album of the same name – their fifth Top 20 record – in February, and have now confirmed a 29-date tour that will kick off in Manchester’s Albert Hall on October 10, before eventually wrapping up on December 20 in Hull’s Welly. A venue pre-sale for tickets has begun, with a general on-sale set for 10am on Friday (August 22). You will be able to find yours here. The Sherlocks 2025 tour poster Opening for The…
The Contenders is a midweek column that looks at artists aiming for the top of the Billboard charts, and the strategies behind their efforts. This week, for the upcoming Billboard Hot 100 dated Aug. 30, we look at the still-rising KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack and how many songs it might chart in the top 10 this week. Explore See latest videos, charts and news HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna & Rei Ami, “Golden” & “How It’s Done,” Saja Boys: Andrew Choi, Neckwav, Danny Chung, Kevin Woo & samUIL Lee, “Your Idol” & Soda Pop” (Visva/Republic): Every week, the reach of KPop…
Chris Pratt has been criticised for describing Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is the cousin of his wife, as “funny” and “wonderful”. The Guardians Of The Galaxy and Jurassic World star is married to Katherine Schwarzenegger, who in turn is a cousin of the current US Secretary of Health and Human Services and a close ally of President Donald Trump. Pratt appeared on an episode of Bill Maher’s Club Random podcast this week and was asked about his relationship with Kennedy, who has been criticised by some for his breaks from scientific consensus and attitudes towards vaccinations. The actor said…
Al Jardine has accused his former Beach Boys bandmate Mike Love of “megalomania problems” for his speech at Brian Wilson’s funeral. READ MORE: Brian Wilson, 1942-2025: culture-defining innovator who represented pop music’s awakening Wilson, the band’s visionary leader, died in June from respiratory arrest at the age of 82 and his funeral was held in early July in Los Angeles, with many of his friends and former collaborators attending. Singer/lyricist Love and guitarist Jardine, both founding members of The Beach Boys, gave speeches at the ceremony, and in a new interview with Rolling Stone, Jardine has taken a swipe at Love…
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Do you love Olivia Rodrigo? We know you do. The 22-year-old singer’s career has exploded within the last few years. From recently headlining 2025 Lollapalooza to touring around the world following the release of her 2023 album Guts, the “Drivers License” singer has made major moves in the music industry, but it wasn’t always that way. Ever wonder how your favorite musician got her start? Well,…
Flew brings a sleek and uplifting cut that brings more life to the EDM house scene on the new release “Don’t Worry”. Built on pulsing basslines and hypnotic four-on-the-floor rhythm, the song is energizing just as much as it is comforting, masterfully blending deep grooves with euphoric melodies, to create a soundscape that feels both club-ready and emotionally resonant. The production shines with crisp detail, showcasing their ability to balance intensity with warmth, allowing listeners to lose themselves in the music while still holding onto its message of reassurance. It runs wild in it’s undercurrent of positivity that resonates far…
The two big performing rights collecting societies in the US – BMI and ASCAP – have both reached agreements about the royalty rates that should be paid to songwriters and music publishers by US radio stations. The two deals bring to an end a long running royalty rate dispute which prompted litigation from the radio sector that was both novel and controversial. The Radio Music License Committee, which represents the broadcasters, wanted the courts to consider its disputes with BMI and ASCAP at the same time, which would likely have made disagreements between the rival societies over their respective market shares central…
Jenna Ortega has opened up about her love of Death Grips in a new interview. Check it out below. The actor, who is best recognised for her role as the titular character in Netflix series Wednesday and for her time in Scream VI, has long been rumoured to be a fan of the experimental hip-hop band. Over the years, she has been seen sporting the merch of the California group, but hasn’t spoken about them until now. In a new interview with Vogue, the actor showed off the contents of her bag, giving fans an insight into what she carries…