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Showing posts with label Billboard. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Billboard. Show all posts
Friday, November 9, 2018
Thursday, November 8, 2018
Ariana Grande: Named Woman of the Year By Billboard!
Ariana Grande capped off what’s already been a legendary year by writing a new song to her exes.
She was the one with Big Dick Energy the whole time.
Billboard recognizes that, and has chosen Ari as their Woman of the Year. It’s a huge deal.
Billboard has announced that Ariana Grande is their 2018 Billboard Woman of the Year.
“Billboard’s 13th annual Women In Music event will take place December 6 in a return to New York City,” Billboard shared in a statement.
And they have already decided which music superstar they’ll be honoring at the event.
It was probably an easy decision to reach.
“And,” the statement says. “We can now officially announce Ariana Grande as our 2018 Billboard Woman of the Year.”
To quote Kim Kardashian: it’s what she deserves.
“2018 has been huge for Grande,” the statement continues.
Billboard says: “As the pop superstar launched Top 40 hits like ‘God Is A Woman,’ ‘Breathin,’ and ‘No Tears Left to Cry’ under the Billboard Hot 100.”
That announcement is a great reminder that “Goodnight N Go” is vastly underappreciated and maybe the most underrated song of her album.
Ariana had that success with singles “while seeing her album, Sweetener, hit #1 on the Billboard 200.”
“And earn the largest streaming week ever for a pop album by a female artist upon its release,” Billboard raves.
“Grande’s remarkable year transcended the charts,” Billboard points out.
That is an understatement.
“As she used her voice to support worthwhile causes, as well,” the statement notes.
“She participated in March For Our Lives in support for gun control legislation,” Billboard continues.
“And,” the statement says. “Has been an outspoken advocate for mental health awareness.”
This was a very timely thing to mention, because Ariana had just spoken on the subject.
Billboard cites that, just the day before their announcement, Ariana had responded to a fan tweet with a powerful message.
“In all honesty,” Ariana wrote to a fan. “Therapy has saved my life so many times.”
“If you’re afraid to ask for help, don’t be,” she encourages her followers.
Ariana promises: “You don’t have to be in constant pain and you can process trauma.”
Having both witnessed and survived a sickening terrorist attack just last year, Ariana knows the impact of trauma.
“i’ve got a lot of work to do,” Ariana admits. “But it’s a start to even be aware that it’s possible.”
Billboard was clearly impressed.
And Ariana has done so much more.
“Grande also helped organize the One Love Manchester benefit concert in response to aid the victims of the Manchester arena bombing,” the statement mentions.
That benefit was one “which was broadcast to 50 countries and raised more than $ 23 million.”
“With this year’s honor,” Billboard continues. “Grande now joins the likes of past Woman of the Year recipients: Selena Gomez, Madonna, Lady Gaga, and Taylor Swift.”
Those music legends make for some very fine company.
Billboard concludes: “The ceremony and red carpet pre-show will be broadcast live on Twitter from 7 to 10pm Eastern on December 6.”
Obviously, awards are only as valued as those who receive them.
Ariana is at the absolute top of her industry. She’s a living legend and she has been for years.
Her latest single, “Thank You, Next” surpassed expectations and smashed records on its own.
We are thankfully every day that we have the privilege of living at the same time as unsurpassed talents like Ariana.
Thursday, September 13, 2018
Danielle Bregoli Lands "Billboard" Cover After Top Female Rapper Nomination
Danielle Bregoli has cemented her status as one of the top female rappers — deal with it — and Billboard’s stamp of approval says it all. Danielle — aka Bhad Bhabie — has just landed the cover of Billboard … slated to hit stands…
Monday, May 21, 2018
Taylor Swift Was FEELING Kelly Clarkson"s Billboard Music Awards Show
The 2018 Billboard Music Awards were full of beautiful political statements and powerful performances.
But there were other, subtler moments that you may have missed if you glanced away.
One of them featured Taylor Swift rocking out to her own music … as Kelly Clarkson performed it.
Kelly Clarkson has one hell of a voice, and she performed a medley of some of 2017"s biggest hits.
One of those hits, as you can see and hear in the video that we"ve included, is Taylor"s epic revenge song: "Look What You Made Me Do."
Taylor released the song as the single that led up to Reputation dropping.
The song itself parodies how she has been portrayed while also promising revenge against a number of her enemies.
Notably, she had been feuding with Kim Kardashian, Kanye West, and with Katy Perry.
When Kelly began singing Taylor"s lyrics, Taylor couldn"t help but sing along.
Taylor was situated in the audience between teen heartthrob Shawn Mendes and 21-year-old heartthrob Camla Cabello.
(Which pretty much makes Taylor the envy of the entire world, doesn"t it?)
In the video, we see Taylor mouth the lyrics while also posing — she can"t help but know that the camera will be on her while Kelly is singing her words.
She quickly loses her composure and bursts into laughter, however.
She was clearly enjoying her time at the awards show. And why shouldn"t she? She had the best-selling album of all of 2017.
Taylor was clearly living her best life.
She was practically joined at the hip with the beautiful Camila Cabello, with whom she has also recently performed during her massive concert tour for Reputation.
Now, being good buddies is all well and good, and we"re glad that Taylor was able to enjoy the music.
But she may have enjoyed some of the music a little too much.
See, when teen singing sensation Shawn Mendes took to the stage to perform "In My Blood," Taylor and Camila could not contain their enthusiasm.
A number of people — and their cameras — notice the two were standing to sway and dance to Shawn"s music.
Most notably … Darren Criss.
Criss recorded the humorous moment on his phone, saying "excuse me, miss" in a polite and certainly too-quiet-to-be-heard tone while showing that Taylor and Camila were obstructing his view.
He wanted to enjoy Shawn"s performance.
Probably because he has two ears and a heart.
Some fans asked why he didn"t also stand, but that would have been passing along the buck and essentially forcing the entire audience to stand.
That"s no fun.
But Taylor and Camila enjoyed their friend"s singing. That"s what matters.
Some artists get very touchy about covers by other artists.
Clearly, Taylor enjoyed Kelly Clarkson"s inclusion of her lyrics.
No medley of 2017 hits would feel right without Taylor"s music, and what better choice than her epic single that promised revenge on her enemies.
They say that success is the best revenge, so she"s already making good on that promise.
Janet Jackson Just Totally Owned the Billboard Music Awards
Yup. She"s still got it, folks.
On Sunday night at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards, Janet Jackson was honored with a career achivement tropy.
Prior to accepting the ICON award, however, the legendary artist got up on stage for her first performance in nine years, as well as her first performance ever as a mother.
(Jackson gave birth in early 2017. At the age of 50.)
After being introduced by Bruno Mars, Jackson took to the Las Vegas stage in a sparkling gold sweatshirt dress and shiny gold thigh-high shoes.
She opened her medley of beloved hits with “Nasty,” as her mother Katherine and other family members, including nephew Prince Michael, smiled from the crowd.
Janet then launched into her 1993 song “Throb," reminding everyone of just how long she"s been on the scene and just how many hits are in her catalog.
But it wasn"t just Jackson"s singing and dancing that brought attendees to their feet.
It was her sage and beautiful words afterward.
Upon accepting her well-earned award, Jackson praised the ongoing #MeToo movement, talking at length about this moment in our culture and in society.
“I’m deeply humbled and grateful for this award," she said, adding:
"I believe that for all the challenges… we live a great moment in history. It’s a moment that at long last women have made it clear that we will not be controlled, manipulated or abused.
"I stand with those women and those men.”
The 52-year-old became black woman to receive this distinction at the Billboard Music Awards.
But we can only hope she will not be the last.
Previous winners included Cher, Celine Dion, Prince, Jennifer Lopez and Neil Diamond.
"Our public discourse is loud and harsh," continued Janet.
"My prayer is that weary of such noise, we will turn back to the source of all calmness, that source is God.
"Everything we lack, God has in abundance: compassion, sensitivity, patience and boundless love.
"Again I want to thank all of you for this honor and I thank God for giving me the precious energy that lets me live my life as an artist who every day seeks to expand my capacity to love.”
Watch both Janet"s performance AND her speech below.
Just prepare to get up out of your seat and cheer when it"s all over…
Shawn Mendes Performs with MSD Choir Students at Billboard Music Awards
Shawn Mendes just paid tribute to victims of gun violence with an emotional tribute at the Billboard Music Awards … and with the help of students from Marjory Stoneman Douglas. Shawn took the stage Sunday to perform his song “Youth,” and was…
Billboard Music Awards: ALL the Red Carpet Fashion!
Taylor Swift walked her first red carpet in two years.
Janet Jackson needed a little bit of help at the last second.
And Jennier Lopez totally showed the world her bra!
The Billboard Music Awards were full of fun fashion, unique fashion and revealing fashion, along with simply the biggest names in the recording industry business.
Scroll down and then all around for a look at the ensembles that stood out the most…
1. Kelly Clarkson at the BMAs
Kelly Clarkson co-hosted the Billboard Music Awards. And dazzled on the red carpet ahead of time.
2. Normani at the BMAs
Normani must have a lot of confidence to pose this way in this sort of dress. Good for her!
3. Ashlee Simpson at the BMAs
Hey! Ashlee Simpson! We remember you! Good to see you out and about on red carpets again.
4. Demi Lovato at the BMAs
Demi Lovato went with the leopard skin look for the Billboard Music Awards. Like what you’re seeing?
5. Padma Lakshmi at the BMAs
Is it any surprise that Padma Lakshmi looked amazing on the red carpet? No. Of course not.
6. Tyra Banks at the BMAs
Tyra Banks is always very comfortable on a red carpet. She might as well have been born on one.
Sunday, May 20, 2018
Shawn Mendes to Perform "Youth" With MSD Choir at Billboard Music Awards
Shawn Mendes will perform his song “Youth” at the Billboard Music Awards as a tribute to those affected by gun violence, and he’ll be joined on stage by the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Choir. Sources close to production tell TMZ Mendes and…
Friday, April 27, 2018
Cardi B and Offset Show Off Baby Bump at Billboard Latin Music Awards
If ya ever imagined Cardi B and Offset at prom — with a kid on the way — it probably looked a lot like this. Hip-hop’s new super couple was feeling the love Thursday night in Vegas where she performed for the Billboard Latin Music…
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
Danielle Bregoli Backs Cardi B and Shades Nicki Minaj for Billboard Awards
Danielle Bregoli says she’s already winning by being nominated by Billboard Music Awards as the Best Female Rapper with Cardi B and Nicki Minaj. We got Danielle — who goes by Bhad Bhabie in the music world — on the heels of her being…
Danielle Bregoli Backs Cardi B and Shades Nicki Minaj for Billboard Awards
Danielle Bregoli says she’s already winning by being nominated by Billboard Music Awards as the Best Female Rapper with Cardi B and Nicki Minaj. We got Danielle — who goes by Bhad Bhabie in the music world — on the heels of her being…
Monday, January 22, 2018
Notorious B.I.G. Billboard Up At Murder Scene
The marketing team behind “Unsolved: The Murders of Tupac and The Notorious B.I.G” found a brilliant spot to promote the series … right above Biggie’s actual murder scene. B.I.G. was gunned down March 9, 1997 as he left L.A.’s Petersen…
Thursday, November 30, 2017
Al Franken "Groping" Photo Gets Slapped On Zendaya Movie Billboard
Al Franken’s infamous groping photo briefly co-starred with Zendaya on a movie billboard … in the name of art. Street art. The cropped image of Franken reaching his hands out — over Leeann Tweeden breasts in the original image — showed…
Tuesday, September 5, 2017
Taylor Swift Gives Kylie Jenner Back Her Billboard Corner, Sam Smith Takes Over
Taylor Swift came, saw — made things awkward — but ultimately conquered … so she’s done sharing corner space with Kylie Jenner. Taylor and Kylie’s billboard turf war on Santa Monica Blvd. in WeHo proved to be short-lived ……
Taylor Swift Invades Kylie Jenner"s Billboard Space
Taylor Swift is horning in on the life of Kylie Jenner in a big way … by taking up a bigger billboard than hers, right across the street. A new billboard featuring Taylor’s mug promoting her new single, “Look What You Made Me Do,” has moved in…
Monday, May 22, 2017
Celine Dion"s Billboard Music Awards Dressing Room Was a Revolving Door of Celebs (PHOTO GALLERY)
Celine Dion’s dressing room at the Billboard Music Awards was virtually a revolving door of star power … celebs simply couldn’t get enough. Sources close to the award show tell TMZ Celine had MANY famous visitors throughout Sunday night’s…
14 Most Horribly Dressed Stars at the Billboard Music Awards
Drake set a record at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards, taking home pretty much every trophy available.
He was a real winner.
As for the real losers?
With apologies to the following celebrities, they all should fire their stylists as soon as humanly possible.
They were responsible for some serious fashion failures across the board. Here"s why…
1. Noah Cyrus
Some may call this edgy. Some may call this comfy chic. But we just call Noah Cyrus’ outfit ugly. Sorry.
2. Halsey
Points for being daring. But criticism for being hideous in that trench skirt, weird top and lace-up shoes.
3. Nicole Scherzinger
The tassel detailing featured on this gown made the artist look like a human curtain.
4. Jason Derulo
Green is simply NOT Derulo’s color. At least not int his context.
5. Rachel Lindsay
The Bachelorette didn’t look terrible at the event. But she didn’t try very hard with this basic black dress, either.
6. Machine Gun Kelly
Our eyes! Our eyes are in so much pain trying to make sense of all these patterns!
Vanessa Hudgens Raps at Billboard Music Awards: See Drake"s Horrified Reaction!
Vanessa Hudgens co-presented the 2017 Billboard Music Awards, and, naturally, that meant she burst into song at several points throughout the three-hour extravaganza.
At one point, she showed off her vocal prowess by singing "The Power of Love." Yes, that Celine Dion song. Surprisingly, the singer nailed the performance, and the audience seemed to be loving it.
Before the show even took place, Vanessa credited Celine by saying that she was the reason her vocal range was as good as it is.
However, Vanessa also tried to rap during the show, and it was a resounding failure. Like, if there were an award for the worst performance, Vanessa would have won it.
This was all down to Ludacris who urged his co-host to try it.
When Vanessa started singing the verse from "Monster," the camera cut straight to Drake, who looked appalled at what his eyes and ears were witnessing.
Considering Drake won a mammoth 13 awards at the event, we think it"s fair to say he knows a thing or 10 about music.
He didn"t flat-out say anything negative to the former High School Musical star, but you could tell he was not impressed.
When he went up to accept his next award, however, he was all smiles and complimented Hudgens for her appearance.
"I just want to say, Vanessa Hudgens, you look incredible tonight," Drake told her as she gushed at him.
Nicki Minaj was visibly jealous at not having a shout out from Drake and could be seen yelling, "What about me?!"
Nicki got her wish, and Drake noted that he was glad they were friends again.
"I"m so glad we found our way back because I love you, and I could never ever ever see it any other way."
Have a look at the full video below!
Nicki Minaj Opens Billboard Music Awards with Insane Performance
When you enlist the Nicki Minaj to open your awards show, you"re throwing down the gauntlet for the rest of the performers right there.
The MC is guaranteed to bring the house down with her intense flow and jaw-dropping antics, and Sunday night"s effort was no exception.
Minaj kicked off the 2017 Billboard Music Awards with a bang (bang) as she performed a medley of hits with some high-wattage guests.
Featurng Lil Wayne ("No Frauds") and David Guetta ("Light My Body Up"), plus Jason Derulo ("Swalla"), this was one heck of an opener.
Nicki performed her new single "Regret In Your Tears" after an intro of her classics "Beez in the Trap," "Starships" and "Moment For Life."
Minaj laid into Remy Ma with the diss track "No Frauds" featuring Weezy to drop the rhymes on his verse; Drake did not appear, sadly.
Seamlessly moving on to "Light My Body Up," Guetta appeared behind her, and Derulo then came out to contribute his verse on "Swalla."
Gyrating in a chair as she spat game, Nicki wasn"t done there.
She gave us a little taste of "Regret In Your Tears," concluding the performance as she rose above us on a pedestal … fitting, certainly.
Minaj, who was nominated for the Billboard Chart Achievement Award, has had one heck of a year so far, and it"s not even half over.
Beyond the four tracks above, she"s released "Changed It" with Weezy, plus tracks with Gucci Mane, Major Lazer and DNCE.
She even appears on Katy Perry"s "Swish Swish" Taylor Swift diss track, and she is said to be releasing her own album later this year.
According to Billboard, Minaj"s 76 appearances on the Hot 100 charts are the most all-time by a female artist, which is truly remarkable.
Aretha Franklin (73), Taylor Swift (70), Rihanna (58) and Madonna (57) round out the top five in terms of lifetime Hot 100 appearances.
That is some seriously exclusive company.
Check out Minaj"s star-studded performance below and see why she"s created such a legacy for herself ever since bursting on the scene.
2017 Billboard Awards -- Behind the Scenes (PHOTO GALLERY)
Lots of people saw the performances at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards but check out what went down when the TV cameras where turned off. The Cyrus brood was all over the place, Drake was rubbing elbows with everyone from Celine Dion…
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