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Richard Simmons, the fitness guru with a flamboyant, relentlessly positive persona, died Saturday (July 13) at his home in the Hollywood Hills. His death, which appears to be from natural causes, came one day after his 76th birthday. Simmons’ multi-faceted fitness empire included at least 12 books, 10 CDs and 22 DVDs, including five volumes of his signature Sweatin’ to the Oldies. Simmons had a platinum album in 1982 with […]

All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. The 2024 Paris Olympics kick off July 25 and will feature the best athletes around the globe competing for a chance at a coveted gold medal. Now, sustainable footwear brand Cariuma is giving fans some coveted […]

Jelly Roll performed a surprise club show in Tampa, Fla., on Friday (July 12) after Morgan Wallen postponed his stadium concert. The “Need a Favor” singer-rapper, who was scheduled to open for Wallen at Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium on Friday night, announced the intimate gig after Wallen called off his concert due to an illness. “TAMPA! Dallas Bull tonight— doors open at 7pm. If you have a ticket to the […]

All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Calling all Descendants fans! Disney‘s Descendants: The Rise of Red, is the fourth movie of this franchise which releases today, Friday (July 12) on Disney+. It is also set to air on Disney Channel on Aug. […]

As part of our continuing efforts to serve the music industry and its creators, Billboard Pro now features a music industry events calendar for readers. The calendar will act as music’s most complete summary major national and international industry events, from conferences to festivals to networking mixers and more. Just as Billboard is music’s must-read source for news, charts and analysis, now it also is the go-to for business happenings. […]

Although most music stocks gained value this week, Spotify dropped 4.6% to $302.27 despite the U.S. markets surging to record heights and two new analyst reports that indicated the company’s share price has much room for improvement.  On Wednesday (July 10), KeyBanc increased Spotify’s price target from $400 to $410 on the belief that the market is underestimating the company’s revenue, earnings and gross margin for 2025 and 2026. In […]

A few nights ago, while I was driving home, the shuffle chose “BBE” by Anna and Lazza. The chorus is one of those that immediately get stuck in your mind, the lyrics are a statement of empowerment, a sort of manifesto of a strong and determined girl who never has to ask. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news In the time I […]

The ASCAP Foundation has launched the new “In Her Voice” scholarship which will provide funds to female-identifying music makers who are trying to break into the songwriting field. “In Her Voice” Scholarship will be granted to two undergraduate or graduate students who are female-identifying and are ASCAP members or have not affiliated with any other performing rights organization. To be considered, young writers must submit a song that focuses on women’s empowerment. […]

Dave Loggins, the Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter best known for his 1974 hit “Please Come to Boston,” died Wednesday (July 10) at Alive Hospice in Nashville. He was 76 years old. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news No cause of death was disclosed. Loggins, born in Shady Valley, Tenn., and raised in Bristol, Tenn., moved to Nashville where he became one of the most […]