Billboard news
Here are the latest news and updates from Billboard:
Top 100 Chart
- The Weeknd's "Blinding Lights" reaches number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming his fifth number one single.
- Taylor Swift's "Folklore" debuts at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, marking her seventh number one album.
Music News
- Kanye West announces that he is releasing a new album, "God's Country", which will be his 10th studio album.
- Billie Eilish announces a new single, "My Future", which will be released on August 28.
- The Recording Academy announces the nominees for the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards, with Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, and The Weeknd leading the pack with multiple nominations.
Chart Updates
- The top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart:
- The Weeknd - "Blinding Lights"
- Drake - "Laugh Now Cry Later"
- Justin Bieber - "Intentions" (feat. Quavo)
- The Weeknd - "Heartless"
- Harry Styles - "Adore You"
- Dua Lipa - "Don't Start Now"
- Roddy Ricch - "The Box"
- Taylor Swift - "Cardigan"
- Ariana Grande - "Positions"
- Justin Bieber - "Yummy"
Industry News
- The music industry is experiencing a surge in streaming, with global streams reaching 1.2 trillion in the first half of 2020.
- The National Music Publishers' Association (NMPA) announces that it has reached a settlement with Spotify over unpaid royalties.
- The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) announces that it has certified 100 million units sold in the United States, marking a milestone in the music industry.
Concerts and Tours
- The Rolling Stones announce a new tour, "No Filter", which will kick off in September 2021.
- Taylor Swift announces a new tour, "The Eras Tour", which will kick off in May 2022.
- The Jonas Brothers announce a new tour, "Remember This", which will kick off in August 2021.
These are just some of the latest news and updates from Billboard. Let me know if you'd like more information on any of these topics or if you have any specific questions!