Beyoncé Crowned Greatest Pop Star of 21st Century by Billboard
Billboard has named Beyoncé as the most influential pop artist since 2000, highlighting her transformative 25-year journey from girl group sensation to solo powerhouse. With 32 Grammy Awards and eight No. 1 albums, she continues to redefine pop music while maintaining unparalleled commercial success.
Village People Singer Defends Trump's Use of 'YMCA' and Rejects Gay Anthem Label
Victor Willis, lead singer of Village People, firmly denies that 'Y.M.C.A.' was written as a gay anthem while addressing Donald Trump's use of the song at rallies. Despite initial concerns, Willis allowed Trump to continue using the track, which subsequently reached #1 on Billboard after 45 years.
Billboard Faces Backlash Over Unauthorized Taylor Swift Image in Tribute Video
Billboard magazine issued an apology after including a controversial wax figure image from Kanye West's 'Famous' video in their tribute to Taylor Swift. The incident reignited discussions around the long-running conflict between the two artists.
Kendrick Lamar Surprises Fans with 'GNX' Album Release, Caps Triumphant Year
Hip-hop icon Kendrick Lamar drops unexpected 12-track album 'GNX' featuring collaborations with Deyra Barrera, SZA, and Dody6. The release crowns a remarkable year marked by chart-topping success, a star-studded concert, and multiple Grammy nominations.
Kendrick Lamar Makes Surprise Return with 'GNX' Album Amid Drake Rivalry
Hip-hop icon Kendrick Lamar drops unannounced 12-track album 'GNX' featuring SZA and AzChike, intensifying his ongoing rivalry with Drake. The release comes as Lamar prepares for seven potential Grammy wins and an upcoming Super Bowl halftime show performance.
The Weeknd Defends Lana Del Rey's Exclusion from Billboard's Pop Stars List
The Weeknd publicly challenges Billboard's 'Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century' list over Lana Del Rey's notable absence. The controversy has sparked widespread debate about recognition in music industry rankings, with other artists also questioning the publication's choices.
Rage Against the Machine's 'The Battle of Los Angeles' at 25: A Revolutionary Album's Enduring Legacy
Rage Against the Machine's groundbreaking third album, 'The Battle of Los Angeles', celebrates its 25th anniversary. This politically charged masterpiece blends hard rock, hip-hop, and funk, solidifying the band's status as musical revolutionaries and remaining as relevant today as it was in 1999.