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Billboard News runs through today's top stories from the music world.

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Billboard News runs through today's top stories from the music world.

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March 28 - Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Rumored To Be Leaked, Tyla’s Billboard Cover & More

3/28/2024
Tyla is Billboard’s newest cover star. Beyoncé’s long-awaited ‘Cowboy Carter’ is rumored to have been leaked and fans are freaking out over the features on the album. Megan Thee Stallion shows love to the “Texas Hold ‘Em” singer. We're running down her biggest chart achievements in honor of her new album. We catch up with Los Tigres Del Norte backstage at their record-breaking show at The Houston Rodeo. And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:08:33

March 27 - Diddy's Home Raid Updates, Cardi B Clears Up LAPD Claim & More

3/27/2024
It’s Wednesday, March 27th and we are breaking down all the biggest news stories of the day! Diddy’s attorney speaks out on Diddy's Los Angeles and Miami homes being raided by Homeland Security. As Diddy's legal troubles continue, 50 Cent is looking to capitalize on it with a documentary about the allegations. Cardi B threatened to sue LAPD saying the police falsely accused her of drug trafficking. Rap fans are divided after discovering that Drake and Lil Wayne were using a teleprompter at their recent ‘It’s All A Blur – Big As The What?” tour stop. SZA is releasing leaked tracks and outtakes from her chart-topping album ‘S.O.S.’ and announced that her upcoming album ‘LANA’ will be completely new music. We talked to up-and-coming rapper That Mexican OT at Rolling Loud LA 2024. Brazilian pop star Luísa Sonza reveals how she got Demi Lovato on her song “Penhasco2” and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:10:00

March 26 - Tyla Puts Kai Cenat in The Friend Zone, Jisoo & Jackson Wang’s New Ad & More

3/26/2024
YouTuber and Twitch streamer Kai Cenat tries to shoot his shot at rising Afrobeats artist Tyla, by asking her on a date. Jisoo and Jackson Wang are starring in a new ad for Cartier. Lisa is spotted at the Thailand vs. Korea 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifier game. Tomorrow x Together release the track list for their upcoming album ‘Minisode 3: TOMORROW.’ We catch up with Silvestre Dangond and talk about his return to music. And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:07:31

March 25 - Shakira Wants to Work With Taylor Swift, Drake Addresses Kendrick Lamar Feud & More

3/25/2024
It’s Monday March 25th and we have to run down all the Taylor Swift news! Shakira reveals she wants to collaborate with the “Cruel Summer” singer, while The Eras Tour opener, Sabrina Carpenter, is reflecting on her experience on tour with her. Taylor Swift’s boyfriend Travis Kelce is in talks to host ‘Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader ?’ Kendrick Lamar sparked a lot of conversation online after taking some pointed shots at Drake with his surprise feature on Future and Metro Boomin’s track “Like What” off their new album ‘We Don’t Trust You.’ The Canadian rapper has seemingly responded to being called out at his concert in Florida. Billboard reveals a new No. 1 on the Hot 100. Brazilian pop star Luísa Sonza talks on the importance of therapy. Tems reveals 5 things you didn’t know about her music and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:10:22

March 22 - New Music From Shakira & Tyla, Kendrick Lamar Takes Shots At Drake & J. Cole & More

3/22/2024
It’s Friday, March 22nd and there’s a ton of new music to listen to! Shakira dropped her new album ‘Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran’ which features a track with Cardi B. Future and Metro Boomin released a collaboration album titled ‘We Don’t Trust You.’ Tyla’s self-titled debut album is finally here. And more. We went to Rolling Loud LA to find the biggest Barbz. Chicano Batman talks about their upcoming album ‘Notebook Fantasy.’ Ivan Cornejo tells us all about his experience performing at the Houston Rodeo. Green Day rocks out to their new album ‘Saviors’ at the House of Blues in Anaheim. And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:09:45

March 21 - Erykah Badu & Azealia Banks Call Out Beyoncé, Bruce Springsteen Is Back & More

3/21/2024
Erykah Badu and Azealia Banks took to social media to give their unfiltered thoughts on Beyoncé’s upcoming album ‘Cowboy Carter.’ After having to postpone 29 shows, Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band make this big return at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Djo returns to the top spot on the TikTok Billboard Top 50 chart as Beyoncé & Dasha break into the top 10. We break down Shakira’s chart history. And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:09:19

March 20 - Beyoncé Unveils ‘Cowboy Carter’ Album Cover, Olivia Rodrigo New ‘Guts’ Songs & More

3/20/2024
Beyoncé unveiled the cover for her highly anticipated upcoming album, ‘Cowboy Carter,’ and Maren Morris showed her support after the 'Texas Hold 'Em' singer revealed she didn’t feel welcome in the country music world. Olivia Rodrigo announces that she’s releasing a deluxe version of her album ‘Guts’ which will include new tracks “So American,” “Obsessed,” “Scared Of My Guitar,” “Stranger,” and “Girl I’ve Always Been.” Megan Thee Stallion is hitting the road for the Hot Girl Summer tour alongside GloRilla. Bebe Rexha tells us 5 things we didn’t know about her and NewJeans shares what advice they would give to their younger selves. We caught up with Chief Keef at Rolling Loud LA and he opened up about working with Sexyy Red and Mike WiLL Made-It. Raf Saperra gives us an exclusive behind-the-scenes look of his latest music video “Hood Harvest” with featured artists Dave East and Big Body Bes. And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:11:20

March 17th - Dua Lipa On New Album 'Radical Optimism,' Nicki Nicole Healing From Split & More

3/19/2024
Billboard News exclusively sat down with Dua Lipa. The pop star opened up about her upcoming album 'Radical Optimism.' Nicki Nicole is on the cover of Billboard Español and we sat down with Jessica Roiz to get the inside scoop on her conversation with Argentina’s pioneering urban artist. K-Pop boy band THE BOYZ members Kevin, Jacob, Hyunjae Lee, Juyeon Lee and Eric stopped by Billboard News to talk about their latest album 'PHANTASY Pt. 3,' how fans inspired them to write their song "Love Letter," and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:11:36

March 16 - Reba McEntire Denies Taylor Swift Diss, North West’s First On-Cam Interview & More

3/18/2024
We spent the weekend at Rolling Loud LA and here is everything you may have missed! Country legend Reba McEntire denies dissing Taylor Swift. North West gave her first on-camera interview at Rolling Loud this weekend and discussed her debut album, ‘Elementary School Dropout.’ Taeyong of NCT is set to enlist for mandatory military service next month. New entries enter the Hot 100 top 10 with Drake and Ariana Grande, Benson Boone and Teddy Swims hit new highs and we crown a new No. 1. We caught up with Sexyy Red at Rolling Loud LA and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:06:57

March 15 - Reneé Rapp Honored at GLAAD, New Music From *NSYNC, Cardi B & More

3/15/2024
It’s Friday, March 15th and there’s a ton of new music to run through. Justin Timberlake’s new album “Everything I Thought It Was” is finally here and *NSYNC is featured on a track. Cardi B keeps giving us new music. The rapper released her new song “Enough (Miami)” and is featured on Flo Milli’s “Never Lose Me” remix with SZA. Meghan Trainer dropped a new collab with T-Pain, titled “Been Like This” and more. Ye took over Rolling Loud LA with his ‘Vultures’ listening party and had a few special guests. Reneé Rapp and Oprah were honored at the GLAAD Awards and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:10:24

March 14 - *NSYNC Reunited, Dua Lipa Announces New Album, Cardi B Loses A Tooth & More

3/14/2024
*NSYNC reunited at Justin Timberlake’s one-night-only show in Los Angeles. The group performed a few hits and their new track ‘Paradise’ which will be featured on Timberlake’s upcoming album ‘Everything I Thought It Was.’ Dua Lipa announced that her new album ‘Radical Optimism’ will be out May 3rd. Lil Nas X is set to collaborate with Skaiwater. Cardi B accidentally loses a veneer after taking a bite out of a bagel. And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:09:10

March 13 - Selena Gomez on Mental Health Struggles, Ariana Grande on Mariah Carey Collab & More

3/13/2024
Selena Gomez opened up about her mental health on a SXSW panel and revealed that she “had to hit rock bottom” before overcoming her mental health struggles. Perrie Edwards, formally of Little Mix, announced her debut solo album which is set to feature RAYE and Ed Sheeran. Flo Milli’s “Never Lose Me” has gone viral and she is now teaming up with SZA for the remix. Tyla gave BLACKPINK’s Lisa a sneak peek at her upcoming album and teased that collaboration could be in the works. Ariana Grande details how Mariah Carey ended up on the “yes and?” remix. And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:08:00

March 12 - Beyoncé Announces New Album ‘Cowboy Carter,’ Cardi B On Stage W/ Madonna & More

3/12/2024
Cardi B has been busy! She took the stage with Madonna as a part of her “Vogue” dance off, unveiled the cover for her upcoming track “Enough (Miami),” and more. Muni Long talks about writing “California King Bed” while furniture shopping, Jojo Siwa warns fans of upcoming adult content in her new project and Justin Timberlake took over ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!,’ Beyoncé has announced that her upcoming album will be titled ‘Cowboy Carter.’ And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:08:04

Mar 11 - Billie Eilish & Finneas Set Record With Oscar Win, North West’s Debut Album & More

3/11/2024
Billie Eilish and Finneas set a new record with their Oscar win and Ryan Gosling stole the show with his performance of “I’m Just Ken.” Billboard cover star PARTYNEXTDOOR reveals how he’s created some of his biggest hits with the likes of Rihanna and Drake. We reveal our new No. 1 on the Hot 100. Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West is reportedly working on a world tour with his once former manager John Monopoly while his daughter, North West, is following in his footsteps and releasing her debut album titled ‘Elementary School Drop Out.' Doja Cat deactivates her Instagram. Vanessa Hudgens unveils she's expecting. Lil Nas X gets his fans feedback on some unreleased tracks and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:07:10

Mar 8 - Ariana Grande's New Album, Highlights From Billboard's Women In Music & More

3/8/2024
Billboard recaps the best highlights from our 2024 Women In Music Awards including performances and speeches from NewJeans, Karol G, Victoria Monét. New releases from Ariana Grande, Norah Jones, Young Miko, Maggie Linderman and Laufey. Kylie Minogue celebrates International Women's Day with Madonna on stage in Los Angeles at the Kia Forum and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:07:01

Mar 6 - Camila Cabello Talks Drake & Teases New Music, V’s “FRI(END)S” Short Film & More

3/6/2024
Camila Cabello talks about her rumored relationship with Drake and teases her upcoming track "i luv it" on the latest episode of 'Call Her Daddy.' BTS' V teases his new single with a short film and the guys of TXT announce their 6th mini album titled 'minisode 3: TOMORROW.' Stray Kids’ Felix took over the runway at the Louis Vuitton fashion show in Paris. We take a look back at the past Women Of The Year honorees and Billboard explains why Karol G is this year's Woman Of The Year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:07:14

Mar 5 - Ice Spice On Advice From Taylor Swift, BLACKPINK’s Lisa at Eras Tour & More

3/5/2024
Ice Spice opens up about her friendship with Taylor Swift, being inspired by Lana Del Rey and Rihanna, her four Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 Hits and more. BLACKPINK’s Lisa attended Taylor Swift’s show in Singapore and Jennie was front row at the Chanel fashion show in Paris. AESPA’s Karina shared a heartfelt apology to fans after news broke that she is dating actor Lee Jae Wook. The legendary girl group, Spice Girls celebrated the 30th anniversary of their first audition. And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:08:16

Mar 4 - BTS’ V’s Upcoming Track, Justin Bieber Turns 30, Drake to Pay Fan’s Home & More

3/5/2024
Cher is set to receive the Icon Award at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards. Justin Timberlake, Green Day, TLC, Jelly Roll, Tate McRae and more will perform at the show. V of BTS has announced the release date for his new track “FRI(END)S.” Justin Bieber celebrated his 30th birthday and his loved ones took to social media to share sweet messages for the singer. Drake promised a fan he would pay off their late mother’s home. And more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:06:58

Mar 1 - Karol G’s Flight Emergency, New Music From Cardi B, Miley Cyrus & Pharrell, & More

3/1/2024
It’s the first Friday in March and we have a ton of new tracks to run through. Cardi B makes her return to music with her new song “Like What (Freestyle),” Miley Cyrus teams up with Pharrell for “Doctor (Work It Out),” Galantis, David Guetta and 5 Seconds of Summer dropped their new collab “Lighter” and more. Karol G’s private plane had to make an emergency landing in LA after the pilot reported smoke in the cockpit. Kanye West takes to social media to ask Kim Kardashian to remove their kids from Sierra Canyon. Miley Cyrus opens up about her friendship with Pharrell post ‘Hannah Montana.’ And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:09:55

Feb 29 - Justin Timberlake Confirms New *NSYNC Track, Reneé Rapp Gets Candid & More

2/29/2024
Justin Timberlake seemingly confirms that *NSYNC will be featured on his upcoming album. Fans are in a frenzy after Lady Gaga refers to her “past career.” Lizzo addresses the claim that she rejected Jennifer Lopez’s ‘This is Me… Now’ cameo offer. Reneé Rapp opens up about her love for Beyoncé, shares thoughts on creating an R&B record, talks about her crush on Justin Bieber and writing about being sexually assaulted. A week after scoring a splashy debut at No. 11 on the TikTok Billboard Top 50 chart, Djo’s “End of Beginning” vaults to No. 1, while Beyoncé's "Texas Hold 'Em" and Kanye West' and Ty Dolla $ign's "Carnival" land in the top 10. And more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:07:24