ILLIT's fifth mini album 'BREAK EVEN' sells 382,991 copies on day one to debut at No. 1
The HYBE girl group's first-day total sets a new record for the act and follows the success of 'Magnetic' and 'It's Me'.
Chosunbiz · +6 outlets
Jay-Z and J. Cole back Lil Durk's bid for bail after murder-for-hire acquittal
Durk was cleared on the murder-for-hire count but remains jailed on a separate racketeering charge, with the two rappers urging the judge to release him pending
Billboard · +4 outlets
Jeonghan X Joshua top Japan's Oricon weekly album chart with 'Dreamscape' after 800,000 first-week copies
The SEVENTEEN unit's first-week sales set a new record for a K-pop unit and gave the pair the top spot on Japan's weekly album ranking.
Chosunbiz · +5 outlets
Zach Bryan's 'Young Manhood' EP tops the Billboard 200 and Top Country Albums charts
The surprise EP debut gives Bryan simultaneous No. 1 placements on the all-genre and country album rankings.
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Kings of Leon to play surprise intimate London show marking new album 'O My Beloved'
The band announced an exclusive small-venue date in the UK capital tied to the release of its new record.
Billboard · +6 outlets
Demi Lovato gives update after allergic reaction and reported hospitalization
The singer said in a since-deleted post that passion fruit or sushi triggered the medical emergency.
Billboard · +5 outlets
BLACKPINK's Jisoo to release second pre-release single 'Addicted' on Friday
The track is the next preview of Jisoo's forthcoming solo release following her debut single.
The Korea Times · +14 outlets
NE-YO performs national anthem at Game 4 of the 2026 World Series in Tampa Bay
The R&B singer handled the pregame honors as the Milwaukee Brewers looked to complete a sweep.
Billboard · +12 outlets
ILLIT's 'It's Me' music video passes 200 million views
The milestone adds to the group's run of hits following 'Magnetic'.
스타뉴스 · +3 outlets
BTS's 'Arirang' holds at No. 46 on the Billboard 200 in its 31st consecutive week
The sustained chart run marks one of the longest Billboard 200 stays for a Korean act release.
스타뉴스 · +7 outlets
TXT top Spotify's pre-save chart with ninth mini album 'PERFECT STORM' ahead of comeback
The pre-release metric signals strong early demand for the group's next release.
allkpop · +4 outlets
Xiaojun of NCT and WayV launches solo career with debut EP 'Hey, Somebody'
The five-track release includes Chinese and English versions of its title track.
Facebook · +4 outlets
Ella Langley and Sienna Spiro lead discussion of the 2027 Best New Artist Grammy race
With first-round voting closed and nominations due next month, the Pop Shop Podcast examined the category contenders.
Billboard · +4 outlets
Jay-Z's Super Bowl LXI halftime show draws speculation over possible guest lineup
The rapper headlines the Feb. 14, 2027 show, prompting lists of artists who could join him on stage.
Billboard · +14 outlets
ATEEZ unveils pre-release single 'Drip'
The track arrives ahead of the group's next full release.
Facebook · +13 outlets
Omar Courtz announces 'Por Si Manana No Estoy' US tour after breakout album
The Puerto Rican artist takes his album cycle on the road across the United States.
TicketNews · +4 outlets
Disturbed announce 2027 Australian tour
The rock band will head to Australia in 2027 for a run of dates.
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Tokischa discusses the 'really strong' film character she wants to play at Billboard Latin Music Week
The Dominican artist spoke about her acting debut on the Film and Music panel alongside actor Carlos Sanson Jr. and producer Scott Budnick.
Billboard · +1 outlets