Billboard Women in Music streamed live the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles on Wednesday (April 29), and it’s safe to say the 2026 iteration of the annual event may have been its biggest yet.

Bringing together artists, music executives, tastemakers, and creators to toast some of the industry’s most noteworthy movers and shakers, this year’s award ceremony – hosted by EMMY-winning actress-singer Keke Palmer – not only boasted wins by Zara Larsson, Kehlani, Tate McRae, Teyana Taylor, and Mariah the Scientist but also jaw-dropping performances from the divas as well.

Did you miss the action when it first hit the Web? No worries; we’ve got you covered.

(more…)

Kehlani‘s eponymous new album is Billboard 200 bound with an apparent destination of the chart’s top 10!

(more…)

She did it again takes on a new meaning for rising music sensations Tyla and Zara Larsson as their newest joint effort proves yet again their hitmaking power.

Details inside.

(more…)

With barely a week separating fans of Chris Brown (affectionately called #TeamBreezy) from his 12th studio album ‘Brown,’ expect to learn more details about the project in the coming days ahead of its May 8 drop.

Set to be delivered courtesy of RCA Records, the opus is home to well-received singles ‘Holy Blindfold,’ ‘Obvious,’ as well as ‘It Depends’ and will mark his first LP release since 2023’s ‘11:11‘ stormed to #9 on the Billboard 200.

Ahead of unveiling the full ‘Brown’ tracklist, Chris took to social media on Wednesday (April 29) with the first peek at its official artwork.

See it inside.

(more…)

Drama, headlines, and a hint of Hot Girl chaos, Megan Thee Stallion is keeping the timeline fed.

Fresh off her split from NBA star Klay Thompson, the Houston hitmaker has wasted no time reclaiming her narrative.

Full story below…

(more…)

Tina Knowles is keeping things playful but tight-lipped about Beyoncé’s highly anticipated Act III. 

Full story below…

(more…)

Game recognizes game, and Jay-Z is making it clear that longevity in Hip-Hop isn’t about chasing what’s hot, it’s about staying real.

Full story below…

(more…)

Nearly three decades on, the fight for justice continues, and the family of Tupac Shakur is taking decisive action.

A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against Duane ‘Keefe D’ Davis, the only individual ever charged in connection with the rapper’s 1996 killing.

Full story below…

(more…)

Ray J is once again making headlines, this time for a jaw-dropping personal claim he shared during a sit-down with Cam Newton. 

Full story below…

(more…)

Keke Palmer is opening up about her upcoming film ‘I Love Boosters’ during her appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, giving fans a glimpse into both the on-set experience and the music behind the project.

Full story below…

(more…)

The New York premiere of ‘is God Is‘ drew a crowd of Sci-Fi and theater fans, celebrating one of the season’s most anticipated releases.

Full story below…

(more…)

T.I. is making it clear he’s not backing down when it comes to his business.

The Atlanta rapper has filed a lawsuit against Cinq Music over a dispute involving his music catalog.

Full story below…

(more…)