The Isley Brothers Hit No.1 In 1969 With ‘It’s Your Thing’ | Chart Rewind | Billboard News
On today’s episode of Billboard’s Chart Rewind, we look back at the Isley Brothers hitting No. 1 on the Best Selling Rhythm & Blues singles chart, now called Hot R&B / Hip-Hop songs with their song “It’s Your Thing.” Alyssa CaverleyThe Isley Brothers make it to the top on this week’s Chart Rewind. We head…
National Independent Venue Association Reveals Programming for 2024 Conference
The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) has unveiled programming for its third annual conference. NIVA ‘24 will take place in New Orleans from June 3-5 with speakers from Eventbrite, National Independent Talent Organization, Wasserman, Live Music Society, Spotify, Meta and hundreds of independent venues and promoters from across the country. This year’s speakers will include…
New Mexico State Parks Division looking for zoo veterinarian
CARLSBAD, N.M. (KRQE) – What do a banded mongoose, an amur leopard, and a chuckwalla have in common? They are all animals at the Living Desert Zoo Gardens State Park that need veterinary care. The zoo in Carlsbad is looking for veterinarian care providers to help with 24-hour emergency care, parasite control, animal vaccinations, and other…
Thousands of People Are Buying These Paul Atreides Action Figures, Inspired by Timothee Chalamet in ‘Dune 2’
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. Dune: Part Two dominated the theater after its premiere, racking up close to $500 million at the global box office, according…
City Girls’ JT urges fans to defy Universal’s TikTok ban for new single
JT has advised fans to use unofficial versions of her upcoming solo single on TikTok despite Universal Music Group (UMG)‘s banning their music from the platform. In January, Universal announced that it would withdraw its artists’ songs from the platform, citing unfair compensation for the artists and the harmful effects of A.I. Days later, TikTok confirmed…
Living Legends Foundation to Honor Donnie Simpson, L. Londell McMillan & More at 2024 Awards Dinner and Gala
The Living Legends Foundation has set Oct. 4 as the date for its 2024 awards dinner and gala. The event, also celebrating the foundation’s 33rd anniversary, will take place at Taglyan Cultural Complex in Hollywood. This year’s slate of industry honorees includes: Donnie Simpson, Jerry Boulding Radio Award: The legendary radio and television personality signed off…
Beyoncé ‘Call Me Country’ Documentary Featuring Brothers Osborne & Rhiannon Giddens Headed to Max
As Cowboy Carter enjoys a second consecutive week atop the Billboard 200, the world continues to dissect Queen Bey’s latest opus. On Thursday (April 18), via a press release, Max announced a new documentary titled Call Me Country: Beyoncé & Nashville’s Renaissance slated to hit the streamer on Friday, April 26. Related Beyoncé Achieves Eighth…
The Acolyte hopes to top the Darth Maul lightsaber duel from The Phantom Menace
If you saw the premiere of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace in theaters back in 1999, you’ll know that the lightsaber duel which pitted Obi-Wan Kenobi and Qui-Gon Jin against Darth Maul was unlike anything you’d ever seen. The lightsaber duel is considered to be one of the best in the franchise (I’d argue that…
The Plus One (2023) Streaming: Watch & Stream Online via Starz
Credits: Sony Pictures Erik White’s 2023 romantic comedy, The Plus One is an engrossing watch and a perfect option for rom-com fans. Like any quintessential film of the genre, it envelops the protagonist’s emotional struggles in a humorous color amidst a glamorous social event. However, tons of laughter-induced moments, shenanigans, and comedic encounters make it…
Rihanna says she’s “got stuff she could make hits out of” for new album
Rihanna has provided an update on her long-awaited new album, saying she’s “already got stuff she could make hits out of”. READ MORE: Rihanna: every album ranked and rated Yesterday (April 17), the Bajan singer attended a launch party for her FENTY x PUMA Creeper Phatty Earth Tone shoe line in London. At the event,…
MediaCo Acquires Estrella Media’s Content & Digital Operations
MediaCo Holding has acquired all of Estrella Media’s network, content, digital and commercial operations, the company announced on Thursday (April 18). According to a press release, the transaction — which closed April 17 — will see Estrella Media brands join MediaCo. These include the EstrellaTV network’s linear and digital video content business, Estrella Media’s digital…
Listen Up Philip Streaming: Watch & Stream Online via Peacock
Credits: Sundance Film Festival Alex Ross Perry’s Listen Up Philip is a story about the titular character’s journey to self-discovery. The movie courted acclaim for addressing themes like identity, self-introspection, and emotional complexities. The captivating plot, consuming visuals, brilliant performances, and smart camerawork are bound to enthrall the audiences. Let’s have a detailed look at…