Jorge Celedón Signs with Fénix Entertainment
The vallenato artist begins a new chapter in his career with a tour that will take him to major venues both in Colombia and abroad. Colombian singer Jorge Celedón announces a new tour that will visit major cities in Colombia and various countries around the world, in a series of concerts that will mark a […]
IFPI: The global music business is worth more than 30 billion
by Carlos Passage Global sales of recorded music grew for the 11th consecutive year in 2025, reaching a record high of $31.7 billion in revenue, according to the IFPI (International Federation of the Phonographic Industry). The new figures confirm that streaming remains the industry’s main driver, with approximately $22 billion representing 69.6% of all revenue. […]
The best-selling vinyl records in a week in the “modern era” of the U.S. music industry
By Carlos Passage The Best-Selling Vinyl Records in a Week in the “Modern Era” of the U.S. Music Industry… Harry Styles’ New Album Enters the Chart at #7 The “modern era” began in 1991 when Luminate (formerly Nielsen Music) for Billboard started electronically tracking music sales in the U.S. using barcodes. Before that, record labels […]
The Magic of Guayacán
The orchestra, led by Nino Caicedo and Alexis Lozano and founded 40 years ago, maintains its old-school sound while fusing it with a contemporary feel. Their current hit, “Mala Costumbre,” is the most popular salsa song on Colombian radio this year. Guayacán Orquesta has the most played salsa song so far in 2016 on Colombian […]
Vallenato star Jorge Celedón to Release “La Historia Mia,” a Short Film About His Career
Big news is coming for Jorge Celedón. In a video showcasing his life, he revealed that new projects are on the way that will mark his musical career. One of Colombia’s most important artists, a representative of the vallenato genre, Jorge Celedón, reflects on the path he has built alongside his audience throughout his career, […]
Billboard debuts new dance chart
This chart, produced in partnership with Warm (World Airplay Radio Monitor), tracks over 200 dance radio stations in 30 countries. The first number one on the new chart, “Release The Pressure,” is by Scottish DJ Calvin Harris (42) and British rock band Kasabian. Also featured on the chart is a familiar face to latin american […]
Where is this former mayor from who now wants to hold the highest office in his country?
His name is Balen Shah: Rapper, former mayor, and soon-to-be Prime Minister of Nepal. His sunglasses and his songs are a sensation. Balen, as he is popularly known, was a nobody until 2013, when he became a rap sensation almost overnight. Nearly a decade later, in May 2022, he surprised Nepal’s deeply entrenched traditional political […]
Billboard Launches Dance Chart in Partnership with World Airplay Radio Monitor
By Carlos Passage The Dance chart will debut on billboard.com on Tuesday, March 10, and will feature 40 entries, compiling the most-played songs on more than 200 radio stations worldwide. “The chart is based on the most-played songs on more than 200 dance music radio stations broadcasting in 30 countries,” says Jesper Skibsby, CEO of […]
Billboard: The 50 Best Latin Rock Bands of All Time
10. Afterciopelados 9. Mana 8. Zoe 7. Caifanes 6. Babasonicos 5. Prisioneros 4. Los Fabulosos Cadillacs 3. Sui Generis 2. Cafe Tacuba 1. Soda Estereo
Armin Van Buuren, Mochakk & Disclosure Lead Framework’s 2026 Coachella Afterparty Lineups
Los Angeles-based dance event promoter Framework has announced the lineup for its fifth annual Coachella party, Framework In the Desert. Happening during the first weekend of Coachella 2026, April 10-12, the bill features a Friday night lineup with a DJ set from Disclosure, Kettama b2b Prospa and shows by Riordan and Azzeca. Saturday night will […]
