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Photo: Billie Eilish / Instagram   Billie Eilish is closing 2025 on a high note as she tops both of Billboard’s year-end Rock & Alternative charts.  The full Billboard 2025 year-end lists will drop on December 9 after The Billboard No. 1s Livestream , hosted by Druski.  The event will stream on the Billboard News YouTube channel and BillboardTV on Samsung TV Plus at noon ET, featuring surprise guests.  Photo: Billie Eilish / Instagram Eilish leads the Top Rock & Alternative Albums  chart with her hit 2024 release Hit Me Hard and Soft .  She also takes the top spot on the Top Rock & Alternative Songs  chart with her single “Birds of a Feather.”  The album debuted at No. 1 on June 1, 2024, and never fell below No. 6 all year.  “Birds of a Feather” also stayed strong, hitting No. 1 in August 2024 and never dropping lower than No. 4.  Billboard’s full list of 2025 year-end charts will be revealed December 9, showing the top perfo...

Photo: Chris Martin / Instagram   Warner Music has signed a new deal with AI song generator Suno after settling a major copyright lawsuit filed last year.  The music giant, home to artists like Coldplay, Charli XCX, and Ed Sheeran, is the first major label to partner with Suno.  The deal will let users create AI-generated songs using the voices and likenesses of Warner artists who choose to take part.  Photo: Charli XCX, Ed Sheeran / Instagram   Warner CEO Robert Kyncl said the move shows that AI can be “pro-artist” when done the right way.  As part of the deal, Suno will launch new licensed models next year and limit free downloads.  Only paid users will be able to download songs, with new caps and higher fees.  The move aims to stop the flood of AI-made tracks on streaming platforms.  The deal follows Warner’s recent settlement and partnership with rival AI service Udio. Read Next: Juan Alderete Urges Young Bassists To Explore New Sounds So...

Photo: Katy Perry, Justin Trudeau / Instagram   Katy Perry celebrated her 41st birthday in Paris with former Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau by her side.  The two attended a cabaret show on Saturday, Oct. 25, and were seen holding hands as they left the theater, according to TMZ and Backgrid photos.  Perry wore a red gown with black heels, while Trudeau dressed in a black suit.  Photo: Katy Perry, Justin Trudeau / Instagram Neither has commented on their rumored romance, which has sparked talk since Trudeau attended Perry’s Montreal concert in July.  Reports earlier this year said they were seen walking and having dinner together.  Perry recently split from actor Orlando Bloom, with whom she shares a 5-year-old daughter, Daisy Dove.  The pair said they will keep co-parenting with love and respect.  Trudeau also separated from his wife, Sophie Grégoire, in 2023 after 18 years of marriage. Read Next: Jon Bon Jovi Hints at Future Biopic And Re...

Photo: Bad Bunny / Instagram   Bad Bunny was named the Top Latin Artist of the 21st Century  at the Billboard Latin Music Awards, where the honor was presented by legend Rita Moreno .  Moreno praised his success and spoke about the struggles Latino artists once faced in the U.S.  Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio , thanked her and dedicated the award to young artists chasing their dreams.  Photo: Bad Bunny / Instagram The win comes just months before he headlines the Super Bowl LX halftime show  in February 2026, becoming the first Latin-American male solo artist to do so.  His Super Bowl selection sparked backlash from some critics over his Spanish-language set and past immigration comments.  NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell  defended the choice, saying the decision was “carefully thought through.”  The award celebrates Bad Bunny’s record-breaking albums and global cultural impact.  He also took home 11 awa...

Photo: Lady Gaga, Andrew Lloyd Webber / Instagram   Lady Gaga couldn’t hide her excitement after musical legend Andrew Lloyd Webber praised her Mayhem Ball  show.  The Jesus Christ Superstar  composer called the concert “fabulous” after seeing it at London’s O2 Arena two weeks ago.  In a video review, Webber said Gaga’s show was full of energy and real live singing, unlike some artists who use pre-recorded tracks.  Photo: Lady Gaga / Instagram   He praised her stage presence, saying she “really knows how to handle an audience.”   Webber also noted a moment in the show that reminded him of The Phantom of the Opera , when Gaga sang “Shallow” while being rowed in a gondola on stage.  He said it felt like something from his own work and called the performance “absolutely fabulous.”  Gaga later saw his review and commented with a crying emoji, writing, “this is a dream come true.”  The singer has long said she’s a huge fan of musical the...

Photo: Billie Eilish / Instagram   Billie Eilish’s meet-and-greet moment with fans took a scary turn when a concertgoer pulled her into the crowd during her Miami show.  The “Birds of a Feather” singer was walking along the barricade handing out high fives after performing “Guess” when a fan suddenly yanked her down.  Videos posted on TikTok show the 23-year-old falling beside the blockade as nearby fans gasped in shock.  Photo: Billie Eilish / Instagram Security quickly rushed in to push the person back while Eilish stood up and continued walking, looking visibly upset.   Despite the scare, she kept performing and went back to greeting fans shortly after.  Miami Police confirmed the person was ejected from the Kaseya Center, with one fan claiming on TikTok that the man was later arrested.  Fans online expressed anger and concern, saying the incident might cause Eilish to increase security at her next shows.  Eilish has not yet commented on the in...

Photo: Drake, Joe Budden / Instagram   Drake is not backing down after a judge dismissed his lawsuit against Universal Music Group.  The case came from his ongoing feud with Kendrick Lamar, where Drake hinted that something unfair was going on behind the scenes.  The Toronto rapper filed the lawsuit out of frustration, but after several hearings, the judge threw the case out.  Photo: Drake / Instagram   Despite the loss, Drake’s team said they plan to appeal the ruling, hoping the Court of Appeals will review it.  While Drake stays serious about his legal fight, Joe Budden took the chance to poke fun at him.  Budden posted a photo of Drake looking tired and sad on Instagram, without a caption, making fans laugh.  Many expect Joe to talk more about it on his podcast soon.  Meanwhile, A$AP Rocky said in an interview with ELLE  that Drake’s lawsuit goes against the spirit of hip-hop and called the whole thing unnecessary. Read Next: Chris S...

Photo: Taylor Swift / Instagram   Taylor Swift has explained why she’s not performing at the Super Bowl Halftime Show.  During an interview on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon , Swift cleared up rumors that she turned it down over rights to the show footage.  She said that wasn’t true and added her team never got an official offer from Roc Nation, which handles the halftime lineup.  Photo: Taylor Swift / Instagram   Swift said she heard only general questions about her interest, not a real invitation.  She also shared that her focus is on her fiancé, NFL star Travis Kelce , during football season.  Swift said the sport is “dangerous” and she’s too invested in watching him play to think about a big performance.  . @taylorswift13 addresses rumors that she turned down the Super Bowl Halftime Show 👀 #TaylorOnFallon #FallonTonight pic.twitter.com/ZPFIpozZ1J — The Tonight Show (@FallonTonight) October 7, 2025 She joked that she couldn’t imag...

Photo: Louis Tomlinson / Instagram   Louis Tomlinson is opening up about the pressure of fame as he graces the cover of Rolling Stone UK  for the first time.  The former One Direction singer is gearing up to release his third solo album, How Did I Get Here? , on January 23 next year.  He said the album reflects how confident he feels now and marks a move from the darker tone of his last record, Faith in the Future , to a brighter sound.  Photo: Louis Tomlinson / Instagram   Louis shared that he recorded parts of the album in Costa Rica, where songs like “Lemonade,” “Sunflowers,” and “Lazy” were born from the peaceful atmosphere.  He also addressed a past post by Robbie Williams that he believes was about him, saying it happened while he was dealing with grief.  Louis explained that moments like that taught him the need to protect himself from fame’s pressure.  Still, he tries to stay open and connect with fans, saying performing live helps h...

Photo: Taylor Swift / Instagram   Even Taylor Swift ’s most loyal fans are struggling right now.  Her new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," is getting mixed reviews, with Pitchfork giving it a 5.9 and calling it her “least compelling” work yet.  The New Yorker said her life might be too sheltered, while Business Insider called the album both her best and “cringiest.”  Photo: Taylor Swift / Instagram   Billboard said the songs are basic pop, and Teen Vogue warned it’s more fun if you don’t take Swift too seriously.  Some fans are upset about her new movie-style project, "Taylor Swift: The Official Release Party of a Showgirl," which the Guardian called a “lazy big screen cash-in.”  The film earned around $33 million but mostly features lyric videos and toned-down versions of her songs.  Many fans are also uneasy about her relationship with Travis Kelce, who inspired several songs.  Still, Swift remains a massive star, though this time, even her...

Photo: Scott Stapp / Instagram   Buzz online has sparked claims that Creed could perform at the Super Bowl 2026 halftime show.  The talk started after the NFL named Bad Bunny as the main halftime act, which drew backlash from Trump allies.  Critics pointed to Bad Bunny’s past views on U.S. immigration and his stance against ICE under the Trump era.  Photo: Scott Stapp, Mark Tremonti / Instagram Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem even said ICE would be present at the event, fueling the debate further.  Conservative voices like Jack Posobiec suggested Turning Point USA could put on their own halftime show with Creed instead.  Fans on social media jumped in, saying they would rather watch Creed play than see Bad Bunny.  Bad Bunny's monologue! pic.twitter.com/pjS0Ejckcg — Saturday Night Live - SNL (@nbcsnl) October 5, 2025 Despite the buzz, Creed has not confirmed any role in the official halftime show.  For now, the NFL lineup still only lists...

Photo: Taylor Swift / Instagram   Taylor Swift’s new album Life Of A Showgirl hit Number 1 on Apple Music just hours after release, with all 12 tracks filling the top spots on the chart.  The album dropped Friday at midnight and broke Spotify’s record for the most pre-saves in history, passing five million.  Swift now holds eight albums on Billboard’s Top 100, boosted by the excitement around this release.  Photo: Taylor Swift / Instagram   The Recording Industry Association of America also confirmed Tuesday that Swift is the first woman to pass 100 million certified album units. The record is filled with nods to her fiancé, NFL star Travis Kelce, including songs like The Fate of Ophelia, Elizabeth Taylor, and Opalite, which Kelce said was his favorite.  Other tracks take aim at the music industry and rivals, with Actually Romantic seen as a swipe at Charli XCX.  Swift also dives into themes of betrayal and power struggles, with fans pointing to her pa...

Photo: Hayley Williams, Morgan Wallen / Instagram   Paramore singer Hayley Williams has directly called out country star Morgan Wallen in a new interview on the New York Times’ "Popcast."  She was asked about her song “Ego Death,” which mentions “the biggest star at this racist country singer’s bar.”  Williams confirmed she was referring to Wallen and said, “I don’t give a shit.  Find me at Whole Foods, bitch, I don’t care.”  Photo: Hayley Williams / Instagram   She explained that she speaks out on racial issues because they connect to many other struggles, including climate change and LGBTQ+ rights. Wallen was at the center of controversy in 2021 when he was caught on video using the N-word outside his Nashville home.  After the video was published, he was banned from major country radio networks, pulled from streaming playlists, suspended by his label, and ruled ineligible for major awards.  Wallen later apologized, calling his words “unacceptab...

Photo: Louis Tomlinson / Instagram   Louis Tomlinson has announced his third solo album, "How Did I Get Here?," set for release on January 23, 2026.  The One Direction star also dropped the lead single “Lemonade” on September 30, which premiered as the “Hottest Record” on BBC Radio 1 before landing on streaming platforms.  Tomlinson describes the album as “the record I always deserved to make,” saying it shows his honesty and growth as both a singer and songwriter.  Photo: Louis Tomlinson / Instagram   He worked again with producer Nico Rebscher and found inspiration while in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica earlier this year. This new album follows his first two solo records, "Walls" (2020) and "Faith in the Future" (2022), which both reached the top 10 on the Billboard 200 chart.  Alongside the album news, Tomlinson is also bringing his Away From Home festival to the U.S. for the first time on October 4 and 5.  The event will take place at Brewery Ommegang i...

Photo: Lola Young / Instagram   British pop star Lola Young has canceled a second show in three days after collapsing onstage at the All Things Go festival in Queens on Saturday. The 24-year-old singer fell backward while performing her song “Conceited” and was carried offstage by staff. On Sunday, she announced on Instagram that she would not perform at the All Things Go festival in Columbia, Maryland, later that day. Photo: Lola Young / Instagram   She apologized to fans and said she loved her job but asked for “a day off.” The Maryland cancellation followed another on Friday, when Young pulled out of the We Can Survive concert in New Jersey due to what her team called “a sensitive matter.”  After her onstage collapse, she later told fans she was “doing okay now” but gave no reason for what happened. Lola Young suffers medical accident and collapses on stage. Keep her your prayers. We love you Lola. pic.twitter.com/0IUwjeAyql — Pop Bakes (@ThePopBakes) September 28, 202...