Billboard 200 Chart: 'Encanto' Is Unrivaled, Avril Lavigne Returns to Top 10 Since 2013
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Billboard 200 Chart: 'Encanto' Is Unrivaled, Avril Lavigne Returns to Top 10 Since 2013

This week's chart also sees rapper Kodak Black earning his fourth top five-charting album on the Billboard 200 albums chart with 'Back for Everything' as it bows at No. 2.

Artist of the Week: Jungkook
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Artist of the Week: Jungkook

With his first single 'Stay Alive', Jungkook becomes the first K-Pop solo debut act to spend his first two weeks topping the Billboard World Digital Song Sales Chart.

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Kanye West Defends His Work After Backlash Over Music Video Targeting Pete Davidson

The 'Eazy' rapper appears to justify the disturbing music video which depicts violence against Kim Kardashian's boyfriend as he writes on Instagram that 'art is not a proxy for any ill or harm.'

Sam Smith and Normani Hit With Copyright Infringement Lawsuit Over 'Dancing With a Stranger'
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Sam Smith and Normani Hit With Copyright Infringement Lawsuit Over 'Dancing With a Stranger'

Jordan Vincent, Christopher Miranda and Rosco Banlaoi allege that the English singer and their collaborator copied essential elements from Jordan's 2017 song, 'Dancing With Strangers'.

Asian Doll Praised for Her Response to Rumors Saying She's Removed From King Von's Posthumous Album
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Asian Doll Praised for Her Response to Rumors Saying She's Removed From King Von's Posthumous Album

The 'No Exposing' raptress, who used to date the late emcee, is showered by compliments by many online users for her mature response to her removal from 'What I Means to Be King'.

Gucci Mane Releases 'Publicity Stunt' to Hit Back at NBA YoungBoy's Diss Track
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Gucci Mane Releases 'Publicity Stunt' to Hit Back at NBA YoungBoy's Diss Track

While Mane doesn't drop any names on his new track, many believe that it is aimed at YoungBoy as he uses a line from the latter's 2019 song called 'Make No Sense'.

Boosie Badazz Accused of Clout-Chasing After Allegedly Reacting to NBA YoungBoy's Diss Track
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Boosie Badazz Accused of Clout-Chasing After Allegedly Reacting to NBA YoungBoy's Diss Track

The Baton Rouge rapper releases a song titled 'I Don't Call Phones I Call Shots' that many believe to be his response to YoungBoy's diss track 'I Hate YoungBoy'.

 Camila Cabello Announces 'Familia' Album Release Date on Her 25th Birthday
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Camila Cabello Announces 'Familia' Album Release Date on Her 25th Birthday

When making the exciting announcement on Instagram, the Cuban-American beauty shares a cover art of the upcoming project which sees her hugging a smiling young girl.

K. Michelle Defends Herself After Sparking Censorship Debate Over Her Boobs-Baring Stunt
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K. Michelle Defends Herself After Sparking Censorship Debate Over Her Boobs-Baring Stunt

Taking to social media, the 'Can't Raise a Man' songstress insists that she has been flashing her fans 'for over six years now every show' after sparking debate on censorship.

Latto Denies Dissing Migos, Ciara and Other Artists on Omeretta's 'Sorry Not Sorry (Remix)'
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Latto Denies Dissing Migos, Ciara and Other Artists on Omeretta's 'Sorry Not Sorry (Remix)'

The 23-year-old 'Big Energy' femcee, whose real name is Alyssa Michelle Stephens, also name-drops the likes of 21 Savage and Ludacris on her verse on the song.

Angus Cloud Almost Ruins Logan Shroyer's Sobriety in Juice WRLD's Music Video for 'Cigarettes'
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Angus Cloud Almost Ruins Logan Shroyer's Sobriety in Juice WRLD's Music Video for 'Cigarettes'

The four-minute visuals, which is directed by Steve Cannon, showcases Logan's Derek struggling with addiction that costs him his career and his relationship.

Key Glock Contemplates Career Change Because 'Music Don't Hit Da Same' After Young Dolph's Death
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Key Glock Contemplates Career Change Because 'Music Don't Hit Da Same' After Young Dolph's Death

The 'Ambition For Cash' rapper, whose real name is Markeyvius LaShun Cathey, teases that he is considering becoming an actor following his cousin's death back in November 2021.

Olivia Rodrigo 'Grateful' for 'Surreal' Billboard Woman of the Year Honor: 'A Dream Come True'
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Olivia Rodrigo 'Grateful' for 'Surreal' Billboard Woman of the Year Honor: 'A Dream Come True'

During her acceptance speech at the event in Inglewood's YouTube Theater, the 'Drivers License' hitmaker admits that 'it's not always easy being a young woman in the music industry.'

K. Michelle Leaves Fan Surprised After Flashing Her Boobs During Live Performance
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K. Michelle Leaves Fan Surprised After Flashing Her Boobs During Live Performance

The 'Can't Raise a Man' singer pulls out her breasts for a moment while singing a cover of 'Can You Stand the Rain' during her show with Jeezy in Houston's Arena Theater.

Kanye Slammed Over 'Disturbing' Video Targeting Pete Davidson as Kim Is Legally Declared Single
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Kanye Slammed Over 'Disturbing' Video Targeting Pete Davidson as Kim Is Legally Declared Single

Kanye West is called out by social media users after releasing a music video for his song 'Eazy' where a claymation version of Kim Kardashian's boyfriend is kidnapped, tied up and buried alive.

DAY26 Member Willie Taylor Says 'Making the Band' Contestants Were 'Designed to Fail'
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DAY26 Member Willie Taylor Says 'Making the Band' Contestants Were 'Designed to Fail'

In a new Instagram post, the 40-year-old singer claims that his group and Danity Kane are talented but 'the platform and contracts were all set up for the failure of hungry talents.'

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Kendrick Lamar, Kanye West and Future Among Headliners for 2022 Rolling Loud Miami

The major music festival, which ended with DaBaby's controversy last year, is set to take place at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens from July 22-24.

Adele 'in Talks' to Move Las Vegas Residency to New Bigger Venue Due to Scheduling Clash
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Adele 'in Talks' to Move Las Vegas Residency to New Bigger Venue Due to Scheduling Clash

The 'Easy on Me' hitmaker will reportedly move the residency to Planet Hollywood's Zappos Theater, which is almost twice as big as the Caesar's Palace and can seat 7,000 fans.

Dua Lipa Hit With Copyright Infringement Suit for Allegedly Stealing 'Levitating' From Reggae Band
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Dua Lipa Hit With Copyright Infringement Suit for Allegedly Stealing 'Levitating' From Reggae Band

The 'Don't Start Now' hitmaker, along with her label Warner Records, is accused by Artikal Sound System, a South Florida reggae band, of copying their 2017 song titled 'Live Your Life'.

Jim Jones Recalls Passing on Drake for Being Actor 'in a Wheelchair' on Disney
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Jim Jones Recalls Passing on Drake for Being Actor 'in a Wheelchair' on Disney

In a new interview, the Dipset member recalls passing on a chance to sign the Canadian rapper, whom he describes as an actor 'in a wheelchair' on Disney Channel.