October 23, 2021
Here’s Where Genre-Bending Albums From Lil Nas X, Halsey, Miley Cyrus & More Landed for 2022 Grammys
Here are some of this year’s borderline albums, which don't fall neatly into any one genre, and where Grammy voters can find them on the online ballot.
October 22, 2021
When Do You Celebrate ‘Lil Nas X Day’? Here’s a Calendar of Rappers’ Honorary Holidays
Lil Nas X is the latest in a long line of hip-hop artists who have been embraced and honored by their hometowns -- and other cities as well -- with the special occasion of having an entire day dedicated to them.
October 22, 2021
Lana Del Rey, The Weeknd x Swedish House Mafia & More: What’s Your Favorite New Music of the Week? Vote!
From The Weeknd and Swedish House Mafia's collab to Lana Del Rey's new album, which new music release are you playing on repeat? Vote!
October 22, 2021
Halsey, Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross, Adele, Travis Barker & More of the Week’s Biggest Winners (Oct. 22)
From Halsey, Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross starring on Billboard's new cover to Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian getting engaged, take a look at the "awards" Billboard gave this week's headlines.
October 22, 2021
Adele’s ‘Easy On Me’ breaks chart record with highest first-week single sales in four years
The song is the first from her upcoming album '30' The post Adele’s ‘Easy On Me’ breaks chart record with highest first-week single sales in four years appeared first on NME.
October 22, 2021
Jack Harlow Reveals Some People Didn’t Want Him to Collab With Lil Nas X
In a profile in British GQ, Jack Harlow talksa about his fascination with Ye, who he says sees himself as 'Mozart or Beethoven.'
October 22, 2021
Doja Cat Stuns as Princess Kita From ‘Atlantis’ In Star-Studded Birthday Party
Doja Cat celebrated her birthday on Thursday (Oct. 21), and invited several of her musician friends -- including Normani, Justin Bieber, Billie Eilish and more.
October 22, 2021
First Stream: New Music From Swedish House Mafia & The Weeknd, Lana Del Rey, Elton John and More
This week, Swedish House Mafia calls a big name in their rolodex, Lana Del Rey’s songwriting remains sharp as ever, and Elton John throws a star-studded party.
October 22, 2021
The Drake-Kanye Conundrum: What 2021’s Biggest Rap Albums Mean for the Grammys
Drake and Kanye West released two of the biggest albums of the year but left critics underwhelmed. Now, their awards odds could add another wrinkle to the Grammys’ complicated relationship with hip-hop.
October 22, 2021
James Corden Reveals Sticky Story Behind Adele’s Most-Prized Possession: Wad of Celine Dion’s Used Gum
In an interview with Vogue, Adele said James Corden gifted her most prized possession: a wad of Celine Dion's used gum. On Thursday night (Oct. 21), Corden told the full story.
October 22, 2021
Adele Blasts to No. 1 In Australia With ‘Easy On Me’
Adele is the queen of Australia’s singles chart as “Easy On Me” (Columbia/Sony) debuts at No. 1.
October 22, 2021
Majid Jordan Enlist Drake for New Song “Stars Align”: Listen
The track appears on the OVO Sound signees’ third album Wildest Dreams
October 22, 2021
Swedish House Mafia link up with The Weeknd for new single ‘Moth To A Flame’
The group also announced their first world tour since reuniting The post Swedish House Mafia link up with The Weeknd for new single ‘Moth To A Flame’ appeared first on NME.
October 22, 2021
Swedish House Mafia Drop ‘Moth to a Flame’ With The Weekend & Announce 2022 Global Tour
Swedish House Mafia's hotly anticipated collaboration with The Weeknd is here, and it's arrived alongside the announcement of the first major tour from the dance icons in a decade.
October 22, 2021
Swedish House Mafia Announce Tour, Share Video for New Song With the Weeknd: Watch
“Moth to a Flame” is the third comeback single from the EDM trio
October 22, 2021
Swedish House Mafia, the Weeknd Team for ‘Moth to a Flame’ Video
Reunited trio will embark on first proper tour in a decade next year
October 21, 2021
Adele owns a framed piece of Celine Dion’s used chewing gum
"It’s my proudest possession!” The post Adele owns a framed piece of Celine Dion’s used chewing gum appeared first on NME.
October 21, 2021
The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber Take Fans Inside the Making of Their ‘Stay’ Music Video: Watch
Vevo has named The Kid LAROI their final LIFT artist of 2021 and released an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of the music video for "Stay," his hit single with Justin Bieber.
October 21, 2021
Drake’s ‘Sexy’ Brings Him Back to No. 1 on Rhythmic Airplay Chart
The superstar lands a record-extending No. 1 on the airplay chart as “Way 2 Sexy" advances to become the most-played song on U.S. monitored rhythmic stations.
October 21, 2021
Adele Sings a Chipmunk-Pitched ‘Hello,’ Ranks Her Favorite Beyoncé Albums & More for ’73 Questions’
Adele switches up her honeyed vocals and continues proving her BeyHive membership in her just-released 73 Questions video for Vogue, released on Thursday (Oct. 21).
October 21, 2021
Adele Swarms LyricFind Global Chart, Sparked by Release of ‘Easy on Me’
Six songs from Adele's catalog, including new single 'Easy On Me,' reach the LyricFind Global Chart list with lyric usage and search gains.
October 21, 2021
Lil Nas X Flies Home to Atlanta to Celebrate His Special Day
Lil Nas X returned to Atlanta on Wednesday (Oct. 20) to celebrate Lil Nas X Day and gear up for tonight's (Oct. 21) appearance at the Atlanta Hawks' season opener.
October 21, 2021
Watch TXT’s Yeonjun and Taehyun cover The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber’s ‘Stay’
The duo had previously expressed their desires to work with Justin Bieber and The Kid LAROI The post Watch TXT’s Yeonjun and Taehyun cover The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber’s ‘Stay’ appeared first on NME.
October 21, 2021
Big Sean drops nine-minute-long freestyle over Drake and Kanye beats
The rapper referenced Kobe Bryant, 'Squid Game' and Kanye's reunion with Jay-Z on 'Donda' The post Big Sean drops nine-minute-long freestyle over Drake and Kanye beats appeared first on NME.
October 20, 2021
Swedish House Mafia Confirms Coachella 2022 Performance
In a social media post on Wednesday (Oct. 20) the dance trio launched a video saying "Swedish House Mafia Live Coachella 2022."
October 20, 2021
Coachella appears to confirm Swedish House Mafia for 2022 festival
Rage Against The Machine and Travis Scott have already been announced to headline The post Coachella appears to confirm Swedish House Mafia for 2022 festival appeared first on NME.
October 20, 2021
Drake unfollows Kanye West on Instagram as feud continues
The rappers have been locking horns since the recent release of their new albums The post Drake unfollows Kanye West on Instagram as feud continues appeared first on NME.
October 20, 2021
New Adele Music Means New Adele Interviews: A Delightful Week With the Pop Star
On the latest Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, we're talking all about Adele's resurgence for a delightful press blitz and what we've missed most about the singer during her years-long absence.
October 19, 2021
The Weeknd and Swedish House Mafia announce new track ‘Moth To A Flame’
The superstar team up is set to arrive sometime this week The post The Weeknd and Swedish House Mafia announce new track ‘Moth To A Flame’ appeared first on NME.
October 19, 2021
Doja Cat Hits No. 1 on Hot 100 Songwriters Chart for the First Time
Doja Cat tops Billboard's Hot 100 Songwriters chart (dated Oct. 16) for the first time, powered by five songwriting credits on the latest Billboard Hot 100.
October 19, 2021
Drake Dominates Artist 100 Chart for 36th Week, Don Toliver Hits Top Five
Drake returns to No. 1 on the Billboard Artist 100 chart (dated Oct. 23) for a 36th total week on top, ruling as the biggest musical act in the U.S. thanks to the continued success of his latest LP, Certified Lover Boy.
October 19, 2021
The Weeknd Teases Swedish House Mafia Collab ‘Moth to a Flame’
The Weeknd will release "Moth to a Flame" -- a new song in collaboration with electronic powerhouses Swedish House Mafia -- this week. Hear the first snippet.
October 19, 2021
Fans spot Drake lookalike out and about in Miami
"Fake Drake" has been hitting the clubs The post Fans spot Drake lookalike out and about in Miami appeared first on NME.
October 19, 2021
Adele on how she really makes tea, “contrary to the ‘Hello’ video”
"I'm gonna show you how I like my cups of tea" The post Adele on how she really makes tea, “contrary to the ‘Hello’ video” appeared first on NME.
October 19, 2021
Before Kacey Musgraves, Grammys Classified Hits by Dolly Parton, Lil Nas X & More as Pop Not Country
Kacey Musgraves is far from the first country crossover artist whose recordings were classified as pop by the Grammys. Here are 10 artists who straddled the line between pop and country. All were nominated for Grammys in pop categories in the year(s) in question.
October 18, 2021
Adele Spills the Tea on How She Drinks Hers — And It’s Nothing Like Her Controversial Cup From ‘Hello’ Video
Adele joined 'British Vogue' on Monday (Oct. 18) for an afternoon of blind taste-testing British cuisine, but first, she made herself a cup of tea... the right way.
October 18, 2021
Adele considered “three very different” options for her new single
She settled on 'Easy On Me' because of its "soaring chorus" and because it simply "just felt like a me song" The post Adele considered “three very different” options for her new single appeared first on NME.
October 18, 2021
Adele’s ‘Easy on Me’ Debuts on Billboard Hot 100 From Its First Five Hours of Release
Adele's "Easy on Me" debuts at No. 68 on the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart dated Oct. 23, thanks solely to its first five hours of availability.
October 18, 2021
Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow Celebrate ‘Industry Baby’ Hitting No. 1 on Hot 100: ‘Buckle Up’
Lil Nas X and Jack Harlow talked about needing "a couple number ones" on their collaboration "Industry Baby," and they're stoked to have finally earned one together.
October 18, 2021
The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber’s ‘Stay’ Keeps Atop Global Charts, Lisa’s ‘Money’ Hits Top 10
The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber's "Stay" logs an 11th week at No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200 chart and a ninth frame atop the Global Excl. U.S. survey.
October 18, 2021
Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow’s ‘Industry Baby’ Hits No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100
Lil Nas X and Jack Harlow's "Industry Baby" ascends to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Plus, Ed Sheeran's "Shivers" rises 11-10.
October 18, 2021
Adele Announces One Night Only TV Special
She’ll premiere songs from 30 and sit for an interview with Oprah on next month’s CBS special
October 18, 2021
Adele Coming to Prime Time for Two-Hour CBS ‘One Night Only’ Special
Adele will star in a CBS prime-time special, 'Adele One Night Only,' slated to air on Nov. 14; the two-hour show will feature an interview with Oprah Winfrey.
October 18, 2021
Adele announces US TV special for her new album ‘30’
'Adele: One Night Only' will air next month The post Adele announces US TV special for her new album ‘30’ appeared first on NME.
October 18, 2021
Adele says she played her new album to Drake to get his reaction
"I was like [to Drake], 'Do you think this is like what people want, or not want?’" The post Adele says she played her new album to Drake to get his reaction appeared first on NME.
October 18, 2021
Adele’s ‘Easy On Me’ Is Powering to No. 1 In U.K.
Currently, “Easy On Me” is outperforming the rest of the Top 10 combined, according to the OCC.
October 18, 2021
Adele Considered Three ‘Very Different’ Options Before Releasing ‘Easy on Me’ as New Single
Adele picked 'Easy on Me' as the first single from her upcoming album, '30,' but says she could have gone in a very different direction.
October 17, 2021
Here’s How Drake Reacted to His Early Listen of Adele’s New Album
Drake got to hear Adele's upcoming album '30' far in advance of its Nov. 19 release.
October 17, 2021
Fans Choose Adele’s ‘Easy On Me’ as This Week’s Favorite New Music
Adele's new song "Easy On Me" has topped this week's new music poll.
October 17, 2021
Drake’s ‘Certified Lover Boy’ Bounces Back to No. 1 on Billboard 200 Chart
Drake’s "Certified Lover Boy" rebounds to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart (dated Oct. 23) for a fourth nonconsecutive week in the lead.
October 17, 2021
Adele says she won’t make music “forever”: “Nobody wants to see me when I’m 95, whining and chain-smoking”
She also compared the manufacturing of her new album to 'Squid Game' The post Adele says she won’t make music “forever”: “Nobody wants to see me when I’m 95, whining and chain-smoking” appeared first on NME.
October 16, 2021
Adele’s ‘Easy on Me’ Off to Fast Start, Aiming for Splashy Chart Debut
One of the rarest events in music is upon us once again. It’s Adele Season on Billboard’s charts!
October 16, 2021
Adele Shatters Single-Day Streaming Records With ‘Easy on Me’
First single off 30 receives 24 million streams globally on Spotify in first 24 hours of release, besting BTS' "Butter" record
October 16, 2021
Adele breaks Spotify streaming record for ‘Easy On Me’
The record was previously held by BTS The post Adele breaks Spotify streaming record for ‘Easy On Me’ appeared first on NME.
October 15, 2021
Adele’s ‘Easy On Me’ Dethrones BTS for Most-Streamed Song on Spotify in a Single Day
Adele's "Easy On Me" has been out for less than 24 hours, but the song has become Spotify's most streamed song within a single day of its release.
October 15, 2021
Drake Nearly Quit ‘Degrassi’ Over Wheelchair Storyline’s Effect on His Rap Career, Writer Says
Drake was reportedly worried about being taken seriously as a rapper while starring as Jimmy Brooks on 'Degrassi: The Next Generation' -- learn more here.
October 15, 2021
Adele, Young Thug, Coldplay, PinkPantheress & More: What’s Your Favorite New Music Release? Vote!
From Adele's new single "Easy On Me" to Young Thug's new album 'Punk' and more, what's your favorite new music release this week? Vote!
October 15, 2021
Adele, Elton John, Lance Bass, Ariana Grande, Kim Kardashian & More of the Week’s Biggest Winners (Oct. 15)
From Adele's new single "Easy On Me" to Elton John's record-breaking streak on the U.K. charts, take a look at the "awards" Billboard gave this week's headlines.
October 15, 2021
Peppa Pig Confronts Adele Over Her Collab Rejection: ‘Don’t You Like Me?’
Peppa Pig is shooting for the stars trying to establish herself in the music world -- and she has her eyes on a big-ticket collaboration: Adele.
October 15, 2021
Adele’s “Easy on Me” Is New Heartbreak in the Old Familiar Way
Adele navigates the aftermath of divorce on a stirring ballad with all the grandiosity of her past work.
October 15, 2021
Drake threatened legal action against ‘Degrassi’ over wheelchair storyline
“All my friends in the rap game say I’m soft because I’m in a wheelchair” The post Drake threatened legal action against ‘Degrassi’ over wheelchair storyline appeared first on NME.
October 15, 2021
First Stream: New Music From Adele, Young Thug, Coldplay, PinkPantheress and More
This week, Adele doesn’t take it easy on our heartstrings, Young Thug continues to shape-shift, Coldplay reaches outward and PinkPantheress makes good on her early promise.
October 15, 2021
Drake Threatened Legal Action Against Degrassi
"Who's Drake? Where's Wheelchair Jimmy at?" Continue reading…
October 15, 2021
Adele’s Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits: ‘Rolling in the Deep,’ ‘Hello’ & More
Billboard takes a look at Adele's biggest songs on the Billboard Hot 100.
October 15, 2021
Young Thug Releases New Album Punk ft. Drake, J. Cole, Travis Scott, Mac Miller, More: Listen
Future, Juice WRLD, A$AP Rocky, Post Malone, Doja Cat, and Gunna are also among the album’s features
October 15, 2021
Adele hints at what’s to come on new album ’30’: “I got very into Goldfrapp”
She dropped new single 'Easy On Me' earlier today The post Adele hints at what’s to come on new album ’30’: “I got very into Goldfrapp” appeared first on NME.
October 15, 2021
Adele’s ‘Easy On Me’ Offers a New Type of Raw Power
Instead of offering more tear duct-ravaging balladry focused on long-gone exes or scorned romances, Adele's “Easy On Me” presents a different type of devastation.
October 15, 2021
Drake Calls Adele ‘One of My Best Friends in the World’ as He Celebrates Her New Song ‘Easy On Me’
When Adele dropped "Easy On Me" -- the lead single from her upcoming fourth album 30 -- she had one of her "best friends in the world" in her corner: Drake.
October 14, 2021
Adele’s ‘Easy On Me’ Leaves Fans in a ‘Perfect Storm of Emotions’: See the Reactions
Adele released her first single in five years, "Easy On Me," on Thursday (Oct. 14), causing the internet to burst with emotions. See the best fan reactions here.
October 14, 2021
Adele returns with first single in five years, ‘Easy On Me’
The stirring ballad is the first single to be lifted from the singer's forthcoming album '30' The post Adele returns with first single in five years, ‘Easy On Me’ appeared first on NME.
October 14, 2021
Adele’s ‘Easy On Me’ Single & Video Have Arrived: Watch
Adele isn't going easy on her fans with the release of her first single in five years "Easy On Me," out now via Columbia Records along with a music video.
October 14, 2021
Adele Returns and Reduces the World to Tears With ‘Easy on Me’
Xavier Dolan directed the clip in the same house where the pair filmed the video for "Hello"
October 14, 2021
Adele Shares Video for New Song “Easy on Me”: Watch
The first taste of her album 30, which arrives next month
October 14, 2021
Producer Aaron Bow on Doja Cat & His Upcoming Joint Album With Teddy Walton: ‘Good Music Is Coming Back’
Bow recalls the making of “Been Like This,” ruminates on his goals with music, and reveals new information about his upcoming collaborations and projects.
October 13, 2021
What’s Your Favorite Adele Song? Vote!
Before Adele releases her new single "Easy On Me" from her upcoming album '30,' Billboard wants to know which one of her songs is your all-time favorite!
October 13, 2021
Five Ways the Music Industry Has Changed Since Adele Last Released an Album
Adele's continued streak of hits is close to a foregone conclusion, but what success looks like in 2021 is slipperier and harder to define by the old metrics. Here are five ways that the music industry has changed since we last heard from her.
October 13, 2021
Adele confirms new album title and reveals its release date
It looks like the mysterious billboards were right... The post Adele confirms new album title and reveals its release date appeared first on NME.
October 13, 2021
Adele Announces Release Date for New Album ’30,’ Her ‘Ride or Die’ Companion During Turbulent Time
Her much-anticipated follow-up to 25 arrives November 19th
October 13, 2021
Adele Reveals Release Date for ’30,’ Details Album’s ‘Blistering Truths’
Adele reveals the release date for fourth album '30.'
October 13, 2021
Adele Announces New Album 30 Release Date
The highly-anticipated follow-up to 25 is out November 19
October 13, 2021
Drake Hopped On the Broadcast Mic At Raptors Game To Hype His Team’s Home Court Return
Drake dropped by the broadcast table during a Toronto Raptors pre-season game on Monday night to chop it up with the color commentators and talk about his love for the home team.
October 13, 2021
Adele signs to Columbia Records UK for her new album
The singer has also shared the artwork for her forthcoming new single 'Easy On Me' The post Adele signs to Columbia Records UK for her new album appeared first on NME.
October 13, 2021
The Kid LAROI teases collaboration with Tame Impala
The track could appear on LAROI’s forthcoming debut album The post The Kid LAROI teases collaboration with Tame Impala appeared first on NME.
October 12, 2021
Here’s Exactly When You Can Hear Adele’s ‘Easy On Me’
Adele is letting her fans know exactly what time they can expect her comeback single, "Easy On Me," to premiere -- find out when here.
October 12, 2021
Lil Nas X wants to work with SZA, Tyler, The Creator, Lady Gaga and more
The 'Montero' rapper has a pretty big wish list The post Lil Nas X wants to work with SZA, Tyler, The Creator, Lady Gaga and more appeared first on NME.
October 12, 2021
Meek Mill Reaches New Peak on Artists 500 as Drake Holds at Number One
Rapper cracked the Top 10 for the first time, landing at Number Three, following the arrival of Expensive Pain
October 12, 2021
Pink revealed as the most-played female artist in the UK this century
Adele and Little Mix are the only two homegrown artists in the top 10 The post Pink revealed as the most-played female artist in the UK this century appeared first on NME.
October 11, 2021
The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber’s ‘Stay’ Holds Atop Global Charts, Elton John & Dua Lipa, TWICE Add Top 10s
The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber's "Stay" tallies an unprecedented 10th week at No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200 and an eighth frame atop the Global Excl. U.S. survey. Plus, new top 10s for Elton John and Dua Lipa and TWICE.
October 11, 2021
The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber’s ‘Stay’ Rules Billboard Hot 100, Wizkid’s ‘Essence’ Hits Top 10
The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber's "Stay" returns to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for a seventh week at the summit. Plus, Wizkid's "Essence," featuring Bieber and Tems, reaches the top 10.
October 11, 2021
RS Charts: Drake’s ‘Way 2 Sexy’ Rebounds to Number One
CKay's viral hit "Love Nwantiti (Ah Ah Ah)" rockets up the chart, and Meek Mill launched 10 new tracks on the RS 100
October 11, 2021
Drake Celebrates Son Adonis’ Fourth Birthday
It’s a hip-hop happy birthday to Adonis Graham, Drake’s four-year-old son to Sophie Brussaux.
October 10, 2021
Tyson Fury Says "No Such Thing" as Drake Curse After Boxing Win
Drake supported and Fury still won. Continue reading…
October 9, 2021
Adele Drops ‘Easy On Me’ Song Preview on Instagram Live: Listen
Adele unexpectedly played about 40 seconds of new single 'Easy On Me' for fans on Instagram Live.
October 9, 2021
Adele Previews New Song ‘Easy on Me’ Ahead of Single’s Release
Singer turns to Instagram Live to share 45-second snippet of much-anticipated return to music
October 9, 2021
Adele shares surprise preview of upcoming new single ‘Easy On Me’
The singer previewed her comeback single during a surprise Insta Live session The post Adele shares surprise preview of upcoming new single ‘Easy On Me’ appeared first on NME.
October 8, 2021
Everything We Learned About Adele’s New Album From ‘Vogue’ Interview
Adele gave fans a peek into her forthcoming record while sitting down for interviews with British and American 'Vogue.'
October 8, 2021
Adele, The Kid LAROI, Coldplay x BTS, Kacey Musgraves & More of the Week’s Biggest Winners (Oct. 8)
From BTS and Coldplay's "My Universe" breaking Billboard chart records and Adele formally announcing her return, take a look at the "awards" we gave this week's headlines.
October 8, 2021
Adele worked with Max Martin and Little Simz’ producer Inflo on new album
But there are no featured guests on her fourth album The post Adele worked with Max Martin and Little Simz’ producer Inflo on new album appeared first on NME.
October 8, 2021
21 Under 21: See Who Made the 2021 List
Billboard's current cover star The Kid LAROI leads this year's 21 Under 21 list featuring a mix of young chart-toppers, TikTok stars-turned-artists and on-the-verge breakout acts, among many more making waves in the industry right now.
October 8, 2021
Tems Is the Future
With fans in Drake, Rihanna, and Wizkid, the emerging Nigerian singer-songwriter is moving with immense talent and favor