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• Official HIGE DANdism's 'I LOVE' & 'Pretender' Continue to Rule Japan Hot 100

  21-02-2020 23:57
  
  Official HIGE DANdism's "I LOVE…" leads the Billboard Japan Hot 100 for the second week in a row, on the chart dated Feb. 10 to...
  
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• Willie Nelson Announces 'First Rose of Spring' Album & Drops Title Track: Listen

  21-02-2020 23:56
  
   Come spring, Willie Nelson will turn 87 years old on April 29, but the First Rose of Spring, the title of his 70th studio album,...
  
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• Michael Bublé's Biggest Fans Are Gorillas & Yes, There's Video Evidence

  21-02-2020 23:32
  
   Michael Bublé's voice feels like a force of nature and actually calls out to some of nature's most glorious creatures: ...
  
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• Justin Timberlake Reveals SZA Collab 'The Other Side' Release Date

  21-02-2020 23:31
  
  Justin Timberlake got the whole world movin' and groovin' to his 2016 Trolls soundtrack hit, "Can't Stop the Feeling!...
  
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• Justin Timberlake Announces SZA Collab 'The Other Side' for 'Trolls World Tour' Soundtrack

  21-02-2020 23:31
  
  Justin Timberlake got the whole world movin' and groovin' to his 2016 Trolls soundtrack hit, "Can't Stop the Feeling!...
  
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• Eminem Says Juice WRLD's 'Potential Was So Off the Charts'

  21-02-2020 23:24
  
  When Eminem sits down for an interview, it's a rare occasion. Em dealt out a myriad of gems in his latest sit-down with Slaughterhouse...
  
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• Did TikTok Crash During Its 30-Second BTS Exclusive?

  21-02-2020 23:24 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Yesterday K-pop boy band BTS released a 30-second clip of their latest single on TikTok. Then the app crashed. Shortly after the clip was posted to TikTok, the search function of the app stopped working. People trying to search for things on TikTok were greeted with messages saying the app is unable to connect. The […]The post Did TikTok Crash During Its 30-Second BTS Exclusive? appeared first on Digital Music News.
  
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• The Weeknd talks about the “loneliness” of his work and his relationship with drugs

  21-02-2020 23:23 via nme.com
  
  The Weekend has spoken about his “off-and-on” drug-taking and how he spends most of his days alone in order to focus on making music.
  The artist, who recently confirmed the release date his first LP in four years, said in a new interview that he continues to dabble with drugs to aid his creativity but that he’s learned how to strike a balance.
  The Weeknd has dropped two new songs this week (Credit: Press)
  “I have an off-and-on relationship with it,” he said when ask
  
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• LeAnn Rimes Is Decked in Western Getup for Her Cover of Lewis Capaldi's 'Someone You Loved'

  21-02-2020 22:59
  
  LeAnn Rimes has been celebrating the month of love by uploading covers to her YouTube channel every Friday throughout the month of February. The...
  
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• Watch Metallica’s James Hetfield perform for first time since rehab at Eddie Money tribute show

  21-02-2020 22:55 via nme.com
  
  James Hetfield has performed as a surprise guest for an Eddie Money tribute show in California – his first musical appearance since his rehab stay.
  The Metallica frontman re-entered a treatment programme last September to focus on his recovery, which meant the legendary metallers had to postpone their tour of Australia and New Zealand.
  Metallica’s James Hetfield (Picture: Getty)
  Now, Hetfield has performed live for the first time in months at a tribute show for the late musician Eddi
  
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• Seal Quizzes Jay Leno About Hip-Hop in 'Carpool Karaoke: The Series' Episode

  21-02-2020 22:51
  
   Multiple Grammy award-winning artist Seal took a backseat to the fast life when former late-night television host Jay Leno drove them...
  
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• Japan's Maasa Ishihara Talks Dancing at Grammys With Ariana Grande & Auditioning for Justin Bieber: Interview

  21-02-2020 22:48
  
  Maasa Ishihara is a Japanese dancer who has supported performances by numerous A-list Western acts including Justin Bieber, Nicki Minaj, TLC, Ciara,...
  
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• Tyga and Ozuna Recycle an Old Hit With ‘Ayy Macarena’ Remix

  21-02-2020 22:47 via rollingstone.com
  
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• 5SOS’s ‘Old Me’ Is Here, Alongside A Barrage Of Cute Childhood Pics

  21-02-2020 22:35
  
  5 Seconds of Summer reflect on their youth with the new song "Old Me," which comes alongside a nostalgic video packed with their childhood photos.
  
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• Greyson Chance Reveals The Real ‘Betrayal’ At The Heart Of His New Song

  21-02-2020 22:31
  
  Greyson Chance breaks down the real, emotional journey of his new Teddy Geiger-produced single 'Dancing Next to Me' and how important it is to write songs with honesty.
  
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• Martell in Miami Gala for Cancer Research Raises Record-Breaking Funds, Honors Top Music Executives

  21-02-2020 22:19
  
  Close to $500,000 was raised for cancer research at the fourth annual Martell in Miami gala which took place Feb. 19, honoring WK Entertainment CEO/...
  
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• Grimes reveals ‘Miss_Anthropocene’ was originally a double album: “I really do need to release a second disc because it’s very strong”

  21-02-2020 22:19 via nme.com
  
  Grimes has said that her new record ‘Miss_Anthropocene’ started out as a double album and that she needs to release the second disc “because it is very strong”.
  The artist was speaking to fans in a live Q&A streamed on YouTube today (February 21) when she mentioned there’s unreleased material that was intended for her fifth album.“‘Miss_Anthropocene’ was a double disc album and I really do need to release a second disc because it is very strong
  
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• Gretchen Peters Details Mickey Newbury Tribute Album

  21-02-2020 22:19 via rollingstone.com
  
  "Independence Day" songwriter offers her version of Newbury's "The Night You Wrote That Song" from upcoming project
  
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• Pop Smoke's Cause of Death Revealed

  21-02-2020 22:12
  
  Pop Smoke died of a gunshot wound to the torso, according to the Los Angeles County Coroner’s office. The 20-year-old Brooklyn rapper,...
  
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• JPEGMAFIA shares boozy video for new track ‘BALD!’

  21-02-2020 22:09 via nme.com
  
  JPEGMAFIA has released a surprise new track ‘BALD!’ alongside an alcohol-fuelled video for the song.
  Read more: JPEGMAFIA – ‘All My Heroes Are Cornballs’ review
  The rapper announced the song on Twitter last night (20 February), captioned with “MY NEW MUSIC WILL TARGET THE BALD DEMOGRAPHIC” and “IF U GOT A FUCKED UP HAIRLINE THIS FOR U”.IF U GOT A FUCKED UP HAIRLINE THIS FOR U https://t.co/nda2Ybo3FK
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• Missy Elliott, Lil' Kim & Ludacris to Perform at Funk Fest Atlanta: Exclusive

  21-02-2020 22:06
  
  Funk Fest is coming back to Atlanta this May. Billboard confirmed on Friday (Feb. 21) that Missy Elliott is set to headline Funk Fest 2020 at The...
  
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• Women on Country Radio: Data Mixes With Lip Service at CRS 2020

  21-02-2020 22:04 via rollingstone.com
  
  This year's Country Radio Seminar placed an emphasis on talking about the format's biggest problem — if not solving it
  
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• Danny Wimmer Presents Prepares for Acquisition Phase Following Yucaipa Investment

  21-02-2020 22:01
  
  North America's largest independent festival producer Danny Wimmer Presents is planning a new round to make a number of acquisitions this...
  
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• Spotify Steps Up Its Concert Listings With Resident Advisor Partnership

  21-02-2020 21:52 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Spotify is teaming up with Resident Advisor for new concert listings for local events. The partnership will connect Spotify listeners to gigs featuring artists they listen to in their local area. The localized listings will be promoted throughout the Spotify app. Spotify says the partnership aims to provide a new pipeline of support to local […]The post Spotify Steps Up Its Concert Listings With Resident Advisor Partnership appeared first on Digital Music News.
  
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• Paul Rosenberg to Step Down as Def Jam Chairman/CEO: Exclusive

  21-02-2020 21:46
  
  The Paul Rosenberg era at Def Jam Recordings is coming to an end. 
  Billboard has learned that Rosenberg will be stepping down as chairman and...
  
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• Morrissey Takes on the Slings and Arrows in ‘Knockabout World’

  21-02-2020 21:42 via rollingstone.com
  
  Track will appear on singer's upcoming LP, I Am Not a Dog on a Chain
  
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• Lovers & Friends Fest in LA Adds Second Day

  21-02-2020 21:26
  
  Three days after revealing the lineup for the inaugural Lovers and Friends Fest, promoter Goldenvoice has added a second date.
  In addition to the May...
  
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• Demi Lovato Opens Up About 'Ups and Downs' of Her Mental Health Journey

  21-02-2020 21:25
  
   Demi Lovato hasn't shied away from talking about her mental health journey recently, and in her latest message posted on her...
  
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• Selena Gomez releases sensual new track ‘Feel Me’

  21-02-2020 21:15 via nme.com
  
  Selena Gomez has shared a new one-off track weeks after the release of her new album ‘Rare’.
  Read more: Selena Gomez – ‘Rare’: the quietly confident star wrestles back her own narrative
  Gomez shared a link to the ‘Feel Me’ on her social media accounts, adding: “On the Revival Tour, I introduced a song that you guys haven’t stopped talking about since. Soo you asked and I listened.”
  However, fans were quick to point out that the singer h
  
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• Cailin Russo’s New EP Takes Us Into The Thick Of The Drama

  21-02-2020 21:12
  
  On the heels of releasing her new EP, "The Drama," Cailin Russo tells MTV News about how she went from starring in Justin Bieber music videos to becoming her own artist.
  
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• CTS Eventim & U.S. Promoter Michael Cohl Team Up For Global Touring Partnership

  21-02-2020 21:00
  
  Global ticketer and live entertainment company CTS Eventim has announced a new partnership with U.S. promoter Michael Cohl. The new 50/50 partnership...
  
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• Lovers and Friends Plots Second Day With Usher, Lauryn Hill, TLC

  21-02-2020 20:59 via rollingstone.com
  
  New gig scheduled after week marred by concerns over initial lineup announcement
  
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• Makin' Tracks: 'No Matter What,' King Calaway Faces Doubters With Solidarity

  21-02-2020 20:44
  
  Before the world had heard a note from King Calaway, the band received a thumping.
  Two days after Stoney Creek announced the six-member group...
  
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• Bon Jovi Detail New Album, ‘Bon Jovi 2020’

  21-02-2020 20:35 via rollingstone.com
  
  Band released new video for "Limitless"
  
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• Here Are 5 Times Rosalía Has Proven to be a Superstar Onstage

  21-02-2020 20:34
  
  When Rosalía takes the stage, it's impossible to take your eyes off of her. 
  Her jaw-dropping performances, which often include ...
  
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• The 13 Best Things That Happened in Music This Week (Feb. 21)

  21-02-2020 20:32
  
  It’s a big week for ARMY members, as BTS’ Map of the Soul: 7 arrived on Friday (Feb. 21).
  But while BTS may be the only thing on some...
  
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• John Sebastian and Lovin’ Spoonful Members to Reunite at Los Angeles Benefit Gig

  21-02-2020 20:31 via rollingstone.com
  
  Sebastian to perform alongside Joe Butler and Steve Boone for first time since 2000 Rock Hall induction
  
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• First Country: New Music From Kenny Chesney, Caylee Hammack, Jimmie Allen & Noah Cyrus, More

  21-02-2020 20:21
  
  First Country is a compilation of the best new country songs, videos and albums that dropped this week.
  There was no shortage of new country songs...
  
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• Banda MS Crowns January 2020's Top Facebook Live Videos Chart

  21-02-2020 20:20
  
  Banda Sinaloense MS de Sergio Lizarraga reigns on Billboard's Top Facebook Live Videos chart for January 2020, ruling with a 14-minute video...
  
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• Kevin Garrett Embraces His Flaws on Brooding New EP 'Made Up Lost Time': Listen

  21-02-2020 20:14
  
  Kevin Garrett unveiled his introspective new EP, Made Up Lost Time, on Friday (Feb. 21).
  Across the project's five tracks, the singer-songwriter...
  
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• Camila Cabello Reveals Beyonce Pre-Show Ritual & Disney Princess Dreams in '73 Questions'

  21-02-2020 20:10
  
  Camila Cabello is living the Disney princess dream in the English countryside while preparing for her lead role in Cinderella ...
  
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• Hear a stirring piano version of Guns N’ Roses ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’ in new ‘Westworld’ trailer

  21-02-2020 19:58 via nme.com
  
  A cover of Guns N’ Roses ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’ is featured in the latest trailer for the forthcoming third series of HBO’s Westworld.
  The piano rendition is by Ramin Djawadi, a German-Iranian composer whose credits also include Iron Man and Game Of Thrones.
  Read more: Westworld season 3: Release date, trailers, casting news and fan theories
  In the clip, the hook from Guns N’ Roses’ classic tune helps build suspense for the new installment, which sees Tha
  
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• UK Offers a Firm Post-Brexit Immigration Statement, BPI Warns Against ‘Unreasonable Bureaucracy’

  21-02-2020 19:57 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Having finalized Brexit and officially exited the European Union, the United Kingdom is taking steps to fundamentally change its immigration policy, as indicated by a statement posted on the UK government’s official website. Geoff Taylor, CEO of the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), has responded with a statement of his own. While acknowledging the government’s desire to more […]The post UK Offers a Firm Post-Brexit Immigration Statement, BPI Warns Against ‘
  
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• Dua Lipa has added two new UK dates to her arena tour

  21-02-2020 19:57 via nme.com
  
  Dua Lipa has added two new UK dates to her ‘Future Nostalgia’ tour.
  On top of previously confirmed shows in London, Manchester, Leeds, Cardiff, Birmingham, Newcastle, Glasgow and Dublin between May 26 and June 19, the singer will now also perform at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool on May 29 and Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena on May 30.
  Lolo Zouaï and Buck Betty will support Lipa on the tour. Tickets go on general sale at 9am on February 28.
  The tour is named after Lipa&
  
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• EDC Las Vegas 2020 Announces Huge Headliners & Stacked Back-to-Backs

  21-02-2020 19:46
  
  Can you believe it's been 10 years since EDC moved from its birth home in LA to the wild neon world of Las Vegas? Insomniac's best-known and...
  
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• Recording Academy’s Ugly Battle Over Sexual Assault, Discrimination Charges Enters Mediation

  21-02-2020 19:44 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  The very public, very controversial war between the Recording Academy and ousted CEO Deborah Dugan is reportedly entering mediation. Sources with knowledge of the matter are now leaking that settlement talks are underway. It’s unclear when the settlement discussions started, though sources to Variety say that the negotiations have been taking place for several days. Despite the […]The post Recording Academy’s Ugly Battle Over Sexual Assault, Discrimination Charges En
  
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• It's 1995 All Over Again: Tyga Recruits Ozuna for 'Ayy Macarena' Remix

  21-02-2020 19:36
  
  Two months after dropping his single “Ayy Macarena,” Tyga drops a remix with Ozuna.
  Ozuna’s 30-second rap verse is about a man who...
  
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• From BTS's New Album to The Weeknd's 'After Hours' & More, What's Your Favorite New Music Release? Vote!

  21-02-2020 19:33
  
   This week's new music brought the heat, with BTS' blazing choreography in their "ON" music video off their latest...
  
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• Tim McGraw Returns to Big Machine Records: Exclusive

  21-02-2020 19:30
  
  Following his departure from Sony Music Nashville earlier this year, Tim McGraw is returning to Big Machine Records, where he had a tremendously...
  
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• Billie Eilish Scores First U.K. No. 1 Single With Record-Breaking 'No Time To Die'

  21-02-2020 19:25
  
  Billie Eilish scores her first U.K. No. 1 single with “No Time To Die” (Interscope/Universal), which becomes the fastest-selling of the...
  
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