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• See the First Photos of Kid Cudi Starring in 'Bill & Ted 3'

  18-12-2019 23:57
  
  Back in June, Kid Cudi announced that he would be joining the revived Bill & Ted franchise he's long been a fan of. ...
  
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• Camila Cabello Apologizes, 'Deeply Ashamed' for Past Racist Language

  18-12-2019 23:40
  
  Camila Cabello has come under fire for a slew of since-deleted offensive Tumblr posts and tweets from 2012 and 2013 that have resurfaced on the...
  
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• Fox Hunts Down the 'Masked Singer' Win: 'It Made Me the Happiest I've Been in a Long Time'

  18-12-2019 23:37
  
  [Spoiler alert: This story contains the identity of the winner on Wednesday night's The Masked Singer.] 
  The Fox didn't get into this to...
  
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• Shania Twain Is Still the One in Return Las Vegas Residency

  18-12-2019 23:12
  
  Shania Twain’s new Las Vegas residency “Let’s Go” at Zappos Theater in Planet Hollywood wraps up its first run Wednesday (Dec...
  
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• Judy Collins Scores First Career No. 1 on a Billboard Chart With New Album 'Winter Stories'

  18-12-2019 23:10
  
  Judy Collins earns her first career No. 1 on any Billboard chart, more than 55 years after she first reached a ranking.
  The legendary singer-...
  
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• Donald Glover Endorses Democratic Candidate Andrew Yang, Team Up for Los Angeles Pop-Up Event

  18-12-2019 22:54
  
  Donald Glover, known musically as Childish Gambino, has officially taken his pick for the 2020 presidential election.
  The multihyphenate star made a...
  
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• Gucci Mane Cosplaying As Santa Claus Might Be The Best Gift Ever

  18-12-2019 22:19
  
  Gucci Mane's new video for 'Jingle Bales' is all about him being the perfect replacement for Santa Claus. His new rendition of the holiday classic "Jingle Bells" comes with an awesome video that features him dressed as a mink coat-wearing Santa.
  
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• Billboard's Leila Cobo 'Decoding' Latin Hits in New Book

  18-12-2019 22:18
  
  Leila Cobo, Billboard vp and Latin industry lead, will release a new book next year with Penguin Random House titled Decoding Latino: The...
  
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• Charles Manson’s ashes used to make mask of his face

  18-12-2019 22:11 via nme.com
  
  The ashes of late convicted murderer and aspiring musician Charles Manson have been used to decorate a mask of his face.
  Artists Ryan Almighty and Rik “Sik Rik” Fisher collaborated on the creation of two Manson masks that incorporate human blood as well as ashes from Manson’s cremation.Read more: Charles Manson – how the notorious cult leader tried – and failed – to launch a music careerAs TMZ reports, two masks have been made to date at Fisher’s studio
  
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• Noah Cyrus Talks Writing ‘Lonely,’ Overcoming Depression in New PSA

  18-12-2019 22:08 via rollingstone.com
  
  Singer discusses importance of talking openly about mental health in new spot for "Seize the Awkward" campaign
  
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• The 10 Best Music Moments in 2019 Movies

  18-12-2019 22:04
  
  Whether it’s an original song or an application of a pre-existing tune, the proper musical cue in a movie is often the difference between...
  
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• Dua Lipa Was Worried No One Would Come to Her Glastonbury Set

  18-12-2019 22:01 via rollingstone.com
  
  "Future Nostalgia" singer also reveals new album will have track about "what it's like to grow up as a woman"
  
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• Monmouth recording studio where Oasis and Led Zeppelin recorded is up for sale

  18-12-2019 21:42 via nme.com
  
  A studio that has seen Oasis, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath and Manic Street Preachers record music over the years is for sale.
  Monnow Valley Studios near Monmouth in Wales is on the market. It began as a rehearsal space for the nearby Rockfield studio where Queen recorded ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ in 1975.Read more: The Masterlist – every song Oasis ever recorded ranked in order of greatnessFamously, the studio was featured in the cover art for Oasis’ debut single ‘Superso
  
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• Beck Is First Solo Male to Top Adult Alternative Songs Chart in 2019

  18-12-2019 21:41
  
  For the first time in 2019, a solo male has the No. 1 song on Billboard's Adult Alternative Songs airplay chart.
  Beck's "Uneventful Days...
  
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• Coldplay Snags First Rock Airplay No. 1 With 'Orphans'

  18-12-2019 21:35
  
  Coldplay's "Orphans" rises 2-1 on both the Alternative Songs airplay ranking and the all-rock-format Rock Airplay list dated Dec. 21....
  
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• Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne spending Christmas apart for the first time in 40 years

  18-12-2019 21:30 via music-news.com
  
  Ozzy Osbourne''s ill health was behind the change of plan.
  
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• Perfume's 20 Best Songs: Critic's Picks

  18-12-2019 21:27
  
  Perfume has toured the U.S. twice, and taken an attention-grabbing turn on the stage at Coachella. While the American fan base is still developing,...
  
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• Vote for the Best Latin Collaboration of 2019: Thalia, Lali, CNCO, Anitta & More

  18-12-2019 21:18
  
  In the midst of your favorite Latin artists wrapping up a successful year and preparing for 2020, Billboard wants to know: Which Latin collaboration...
  
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• Just When You Thought Lizzo's 'Juice' Couldn't Get Better, Harry Styles Covers It

  18-12-2019 21:09
  
  It's hard to deny that Lizzo's funky hit "Juice" is a super fun song to sing. Harry Styles seems to agree.
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• Future Flexes Curatorial Skills on 1800 Seconds Volume 2

  18-12-2019 21:03
  
  Almost precisely one year to the day after Pusha-T unveiled 1800 Seconds, an album he curated with 1800 Tequila to showcase emerging artists from...
  
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• Harry Styles’ ‘Fine Line’ on Track for Massive Number One Debut on RS 200

  18-12-2019 20:53 via rollingstone.com
  
  By Wednesday's daily edition of the RS 200, Styles' sophomore album had already pulled in 369,300 units.
  
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• Spice Girls Recap 'Best Summer Ever' With FOMO-Inducing Spice World Tour Video

  18-12-2019 20:48
  
  The Spice Girls are giving fans who missed out on the Spice World 2019 Tour a glimpse of their epic nostalgia-filled show. The girl group shared a...
  
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• Bret Michaels to deliver $20,000 worth of Christmas gifts to the Bahamas

  18-12-2019 20:43 via music-news.com
  
  The Poison frontman has teamed up with The Paradise Fund to help 200 families in need in the Coopers Town village on Abaco island
  
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• Maria Strong Named Acting U.S. Copyright Register Amid Search for Permanent Chief

  18-12-2019 20:41
  
  The U.S. Copyright Office has appointed Associate Register of Copyrights Maria Strong as the new acting register of copyrights effective...
  
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• Stormzy will do a bible reading to close BBC Christmas day coverage

  18-12-2019 20:37 via nme.com
  
  Stormzy is set to close BBC One’s Christmas Day coverage with a bible reading.
  The grime artist will recite a passage from the gospel of Luke, which recalls how angels appeared to shepherds to proclaim the birth of Jesus. It will air at 11.50pm on Christmas Day.Read more: Stormzy – ‘Heavy Is The Head’ review: a broad-reaching, genre-buckling rompStormzy, real name Michael Omari Jr, has often referred to his Christian faith in his music.
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• Yo La Tengo Picks Holiday Classics You Might Not Know (But Should)

  18-12-2019 20:36
  
  For indie-rock institution Yo La Tengo, the holiday season signals a time to get into the practice space and start rehearsing for the band’s...
  
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• 6ix9ine's History of Legal Troubles: A Timeline

  18-12-2019 20:36
  
  6ix9ine's longstanding legal battle came to a close Wednesday (Dec. 18), as the 23-year-old -- born Daniel Hernandez -- was sentenced to two...
  
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• Kali Uchis Dances With Snakes in Desert-Set ‘Solita’ Video

  18-12-2019 20:34 via rollingstone.com
  
  Released earlier this month, "Solita" is her first bilingual single
  
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• Nicki Minaj Shares Advice for Women Struggling With Self-Worth: 'You Are That Bi---'

  18-12-2019 20:27
  
  Backstage at Billboard’s 2019 Women in Music event, Game Changer award recipient Nicki Minaj shared advice for women who are struggling to find...
  
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• Los Lobos Score First Top 10 on a Billboard Latin Albums Chart Since 2000

  18-12-2019 20:25
  
  For the first time in over 19 years, Chicano rock band Los Lobos appear on any Billboard Latin albums chart, as their bilingual Christmas album,...
  
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• Christian Nodal, La Adictiva & More to Perform at 2020 Dia Nacional de la Banda: See Full Lineup

  18-12-2019 20:23
  
  SBS, LaMusica App and 97.9FM La Raza have announced the 2020 lineup for the Dia Nacional de la Banda event set to take place in late...
  
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• So, How Was Your Decade, Pearl Jam’s Jeff Ament?

  18-12-2019 20:20 via rollingstone.com
  
  The Hall of Fame bassist looks back at his favorite things from the 2010s, from a killer Nick Cave show in Salt Lake City to The Leftovers to everything Jack White did
  
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• We Toured Southeast Asia With the Ed Banger Crew

  18-12-2019 20:14
  
  It’s a Saturday night in Thailand, and Busy P is taking a tour of the Wonderfruit festival. Touted as Asia’s version of Burning Man-...
  
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• Jamaican Music's Revival in Mainstream Reggaeton Is More Than Just a Trend

  18-12-2019 20:12
  
  Latin artists have held a steadfast position in the U.S. music industry for all of the last decade, but in 2018, they propelled themselves even...
  
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• Watch Harry Styles do a joyful cover of ‘Juice’ by Lizzo

  18-12-2019 20:07 via nme.com
  
  Harry Styles has covered Lizzo‘s hit ‘Juice’ during a BBC Radio 1 live lounge session.
  The ‘Adore You’ singer, who released his second solo album ‘Fine Line’ on Friday (December 13), sang a faithful rendition of the lead single off Lizzo’s third album ‘Cuz I Love You’.harry styles performing juice by lizzo on bbc radio 1 live lounge pic.twitter.com/IOG3zX31Pg
  — harry check pinned (@finelineoverhs1) December 18, 2019In the clip Sty
  
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• Watch Lettuce's Video for 'Everybody Wants to Rule the World' From Grammy-Nominated 'Elevate' Album

  18-12-2019 20:00
  
  On the heels of their first ever Grammy nomination, Lettuce has released the first video for their sixth studio album Elevate, a funk and soul...
  
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• Legado 7 Extends Contract With Rancho Humilde

  18-12-2019 20:00
  
  Legado 7 has extended its long-term deal with label Rancho Humilde, Billboard can exclusively announce.
  "We are thrilled to continue...
  
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• 'Call Me by Your Name' Set for Red Vinyl Release on Valentine's Day: Exclusive

  18-12-2019 20:00
  
  Fans of the film Call Me by Your Name will be seeing red on Feb. 14, 2020, as the soundtrack to the film will be released on red transparent vinyl on...
  
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• Zedd & Kehlani Cook Up Cozy New Version of 'Good Thing'

  18-12-2019 19:59
  
  It's the holiday season, and that means it's time to get cozy indoors with loved ones, so Zedd and Kehlani cooked up an intimate live version...
  
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• Blackpink's Rosé Gave Fans the Best Early Christmas Gift Ever

  18-12-2019 19:59
  
  Happy holidays, Blinks! Blackpink's Rosé got into the yultide spirit on Wednesday (Dec. 18) by releasing a solo cover of "The Christmas...
  
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• Lizzo has joked she is melting after Harry Styles called her 'amazing'

  18-12-2019 19:58 via music-news.com
  
  The 25-year-old singer discussed his admiration for Lizzo on BBC Radio 1's Live Lounge before performing a cover of her hit song 'Juice' and Lizzo, 31, could not contain her excitement.
  
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• Looking Back at Juice Wrld’s Too-Short Career

  18-12-2019 19:49 via rollingstone.com
  
  Rolling Stone Music Now's deep dive on the Chicago rapper's life and music
  
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• 10 Weird Christmas Songs You Probably Haven't Heard

  18-12-2019 19:47
  
  For every "All I Want for Christmas Is You" or "White Christmas," there are a hundred half-assed holiday songs you hear once and...
  
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• ‘I Want My Dippin’ Dots’: How the Ice Cream of the Future Created an Earworm

  18-12-2019 19:44 via rollingstone.com
  
  A look back at one of the most enjoyable (and random) music moments of 2019
  
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• Becky G Celebrates Her Mother's '90s Style With New Colourpop 'Hola Chola' Collection

  18-12-2019 19:39
  
  Of all of the makeup collaborations and celebrity-owned lines that have launched this year, closing out 2019 is one of the more exciting collections...
  
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• Tekashi 6ix9ine Sentenced To Two Years In Prison

  18-12-2019 19:38
  
  The viral rapper and Instagram star Tekashi 6ix9ine was sentenced to two years in prison by a federal judge on December 18.
  
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• Jarvis Cocker “so proud” fans are backing ‘Running the World’ Christmas campaign “as a means of protest”

  18-12-2019 19:36 via nme.com
  
  Jarvis Cocker has responded to the initiative to get his 2006 song ‘Running the World’ to Number One this Christmas.
  The song, which contains lyrics “Cunts are still ruling the world”, is central to new a Facebook campaign run by fans Michael Hall and Darcie Molina that seeks to promote “inclusivity, representation, love, acceptance and kindness” in the wake of the recently re-elected Conservative government.Read more: Inside the Jarvis Cocker ‘Runn
  
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• 12 Black LGBTQ Artists Who Shaped the 2010s

  18-12-2019 19:20
  
  With the decade coming to a denouement, Billboard is looking back on the many Black LGBTQ musicians who blossomed in the last decade, people who...
  
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• The 20 Best LGBTQ Albums of 2019: Staff Picks

  18-12-2019 19:16
  
  After the explosion of queer artists over the last decade, LGBTQ acts are finally in a position where they are able to create art that speaks...
  
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• Here's Who Elton John Recruited For His 2020 Oscars Party

  18-12-2019 19:16
  
   Sir Elton John and husband David Furnish will be hosting the 28th annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party...
  
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