Kevin Mazur/MG22/Getty Images for The Met Museum/VogueMore than a decade into her career, Nicki Minaj is still breaking records: The rapper has debuted at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with her newly released single “Super Freaky Girl,” simultaneously earning the rapper a slew of other notable accomplishments. According to Billboard, “Super Freaky Girl” is Nicki’s first solo hit to debut…… Read More…
Joseph Okpako/WireImageMany people who decide to pursue a music career have to struggle to pay the bills, while others have supportive friends or relatives who help them out until they make it big. But “10 Things I Hate About You” singer Leah Kate went a different route: She was bankrolled by multimillionaire Alexis Ohanian, who co-founded Reddit.…… Read More…
Carlijn JacobsBeyoncé‘s “Break My Soul” has risen to the top of the Billboard Hot 100. The single, which debuted at #15, is the #1 song on the all-genre chart. “Break My Soul” officially lands Bey her first solo hit since 2008’s “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)” and eighth solo #1 overall. She previously topped the charts with “Crazy…… Read More…
MTVWith the VMAs just days away, MTV is gradually revealing details about the forthcoming event. The latest update: Nicki Minaj is set to receive the 2022 Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award. The honor is typically given as a lifetime achievement award or recognition of an artist’s contributions and impact on music video and pop culture. “Nicki has broken barriers…… Read More…
Carlijn JacobsIt’s time for a Renaissance. At midnight Friday, Beyoncé’s long-awaited seventh studio album, Renaissance, was released, despite a leak just two days prior. Even though the project got out a bit early, the singer’s dedicated fans stood by her side, waiting until the official drop to immerse themselves in the music, something the R&B icon expressed gratitude…… Read More…
Carlijn JacobsIt’s time for a Renaissance. At midnight Friday, Beyoncé’s long-awaited seventh studio album, Renaissance, was released, despite a leak just two days prior. Even though the project got out a bit early, the singer’s dedicated fans stood by her side, waiting until the official drop to immerse themselves in the music, something the R&B icon expressed…… Read More…
Carlijn JacobsBeyoncé is building the anticipation for her seventh solo album, Renaissance; on Wednesday she revealed the track list on her Instagram Story. In addition to the first single, “Break My Soul,” the album has 15 more songs. The titles include “America Has a Problem,” “Alien Superstar,” “Church Girl,” “Cuff It,” “Thique” and “All Up in Your Mind.” The…… Read More…
Erskine/Columbia Records Billboard’s Songs of the Summer chart runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day, and now, at the official halfway mark, it’s probably a safe bet to predict that Harry Styles will capture the title. The 20-position chart combines streaming, airplay and sales data from the Billboard Hot 100 chart to determine the most…… Read More…
ABC/Eric McCandlessKaty Perry is gearing up for the fourth leg of her Las Vegas residency, PLAY. With shows resuming July 29, she took Refinery29 on a special behind-the-scenes look. In the nearly 10-minute video, Katy went through the thought process and inspiration behind each scene. “This show is really a celebration of all things that I’ve been able to…… Read More…
Def Jam RecordingsMuni Long and Saweetie have dropped the playful new video for their single, “Baby Boo.” In the clip for the catch tune — inspired by the 1995 hit “My Boo” by Ghost Town DJ’s — Muni and Saweetie use the dating site Blk to get with some hot guys. Muni matches with a…… Read More…