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LONDON – Independent labels trade body IMPALA is calling on regulators to investigate Universal Music Group’s acquisition of [PIAS] over concerns that the deal restricts competition in the global record business and “narrows options for artists and labels.”  [PIAS] co-founders Kenny Gates and Michel Lambot announced earlier this week that they were selling their remaining […]

Taylor Swift tickets are completely sold out at press time. If you go on Ticketmaster, you’ll see the same message for all remaining tour dates: “Sorry, tickets are not currently available online.” It won’t be easy to come by tickets at a reasonable price, but there are a few options to explore. Here’s how I […]

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. Nike may be best known for their sneakers and workout gear, but the athleticwear brand is making a serious fashion play […]

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. Billie Eilish‘s fashion has included iconic outfits with streetwear influences, including baggy shorts, jerseys and baseball caps — and now she’s […]

BLACKPINK’s JENNIE performed her hit solo single “Mantra” on Jimmy Kimmel Live on Oct. 15, following the song’s recent release. The track marks the singer’s first release since signing as a solo artist with Columbia Records in partnership with her label ODDATELIER in September. Performing packed crowd on Kimmel, JENNIE did not disappoint as she gave […]

Sphere Entertainment Co. has reached an agreement with the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism to create a second Sphere in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) capital city. “The vision for Sphere has always included a global network of venues, and today’s announcement is a significant milestone toward that goal,” said James L. Dolan, […]

The founders of indie label group [PIAS] have announced they are selling the remaining shares they hold in the company to Universal Music Group (UMG), making the music giant the firm’s majority shareholder. In an announcement on Tuesday (Oct. 15), Kenny Gates said he and his [PIAS] co-founder Michel Lambot were selling their shares to […]

Darius Rucker isn’t exactly feeling like a spring chicken after a recent onstage mishap at a Hootie & the Blowfish concert. As captured on video by a fan, the 58-year-old singer/songwriter took a tumble while performing with his band at Riverfront Revival in Charleston, South Carolina, on Saturday. In the middle of singing the opening […]

Coldplay has once again soared to new heights, securing their 10th consecutive No. 1 album on the U.K. Official Albums Chart with Moon Music. Not only did Moon Music debut at the top spot, but it also logged 237,000 chart units in its opening week, making it the biggest debut for a British act in […]

Liam Gallagher isn’t amused by Saturday Night Live‘s take on his feud with brother Noel. The long-feuding Oasis siblings were portrayed by SNL cast members James Austin Johnson (Noel) and Sarah Sherman (Liam) during the “Weekend Update” segment of the long-running NBC sketch comedy show’s episode on Oct. 12. In the sketch, host Colin Jost […]