Billie Eilish Seems to Take Shot at Taylor Swift for Vinyl Re-Releases

Musicians Push Congress to Pass Bill Aimed at Reforming Ticket Industry

Musicians Push Congress , to Pass Bill Aimed at , Reforming Ticket Industry. Musicians Push Congress , to Pass Bill Aimed at , Reforming Ticket Industry. On April 25, over 250 popular musicians signed an open letter to the Senate Commerce Committee demanding reforms to the current live-event ticketing system. On April 25, over 250 popular musicians signed an open letter to the Senate Commerce Committee demanding reforms to the current live-event ticketing system. The open letter was organized by Fix the Tix, a coalition spearheaded by the National Independent Venue Association and Eventbrite. Musicians who signed the letter include: , Billie Eilish, Dave Matthews and Green Day. . Musicians who signed the letter include: , Billie Eilish, Dave Matthews and Green Day. . Musicians who signed the letter include: , Billie Eilish, Dave Matthews and Green Day. . We are joining together to say that the current system is broken: predatory resellers and secondary platforms engage in deceptive ticketing practices to inflate ticket prices and deprive fans of the chance to see their favorite artists at a fair price, Fix the Tix open letter, via NBC. Other artists to sign the open letter include: , Cyndi Lauper, Lorde and Fall Out Boy. Other artists to sign the open letter include: , Cyndi Lauper, Lorde and Fall Out Boy. Other artists to sign the open letter include: , Cyndi Lauper, Lorde and Fall Out Boy. The Fans First Act looks to reform three significant issues that plague the ticketing industry, including transparency and consumer protections. The Fans First Act looks to reform three significant issues that plague the ticketing industry, including transparency and consumer protections. The bill also looks to prevent potential bad actors from reselling tickets at exorbitant prices. The Fans First Act is one of several bills introduced in recent years that seeks to fight unfair ticketing practices. . Other bills include the TICKET Act, the BOSS Act and the SWIFT Act. . It is clear that all participants of the live event ecosystem, from artists, to venues, to fans, demand comprehensive ticketing reform and consumer protection against the predatory ticket resale practices that have deeply afflicted live entertainment in the United States, Stephen Parker, executive director of the National Independent Venue Association, via NBC

Billie Eilish Announces New Album

Billie Eilish , Announces New Album. Eilish's third studio album, 'Hit Me Hard and Soft,' will drop May 17, AP reports. . The 22-year-old took to Instagram on April 8 to make the announcement. She also shared the album's artwork. Eilish went on to say that she won't be releasing any singles before the album comes out. I wanna give it to you all at once, Billie Eilish, via Instagram. I truly could not be more proud of this album, Billie Eilish, via Instagram. Eilish's brother, Finneas, co-wrote the album. The album does exactly as the title suggests: hits you hard and soft both lyrically and sonically while bending genres and defying trends along the way. , Via press release. ‘HIT ME HARD AND SOFT’ journeys through a vast and expansive audio landscape, immersing listeners into a full spectrum of emotions. , Via press release. In light of Eilish's recent criticism of wasteful packaging, it was also announced that recyclable materials will be used for physical formats. In a continued effort to minimize waste and combat climate change; across all physical formats in limited variants on the same day, with the same track-listing and using 100% recyclable materials, Via press release

Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' Has Best Streaming Week Ever

Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' , Has Best Streaming Week Ever. Associated Press reports that Taylor Swift's latest album 'The Tortured Poets Department' has continued to dominate. . In the week following its release, Swift's 11th album hit number one on the Billboard 200 chart. The accomplishment ties Swift with Jay-Z for having 14 number one albums, the second most, compared to The Beatles who hold the record with 19 number one albums. . The accomplishment ties Swift with Jay-Z for having 14 number one albums, the second most, compared to The Beatles who hold the record with 19 number one albums. . The accomplishment ties Swift with Jay-Z for having 14 number one albums, the second most, compared to The Beatles who hold the record with 19 number one albums. . The 31-track double album has already amassed 2.61 million equivalent album units, with 1.91 million of those coming from traditional album sales. The 31-track double album has already amassed 2.61 million equivalent album units, with 1.91 million of those coming from traditional album sales. Bolstering those traditional album sales, which include downloads, CDs and cassettes, the album had the highest vinyl sales in modern history, accounting for 859,000 units. Bolstering those traditional album sales, which include downloads, CDs and cassettes, the album had the highest vinyl sales in modern history, accounting for 859,000 units. The album has also already become the top-selling album of 2024, surpassing Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter,' which sold 228,000 units. The album has also already become the top-selling album of 2024, surpassing Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter,' which sold 228,000 units. According to Luminate, the album also hit 891.34 million streams, which registered as the biggest streaming week for an album ever. . According to Luminate, the album also hit 891.34 million streams, which registered as the biggest streaming week for an album ever. . My mind is blown. I’m completely floored by the love you’ve shown this album. , Taylor Swift, via X. 2.6 million are you actually serious? Thank you for listening, streaming, and welcoming Tortured Poets into your life. Feeling completely overwhelmed, Taylor Swift, via X. The album has also broken the highest single-week for an album, eclipsing Drake's 'Scorpion,' which had 745.92 million in 2018

This Day in History: Prince Dies (Sun., April 21)

This Day in History: , Prince Dies. April 21, 2016. The iconic musician, 57, was found dead at his estate, Paisley Park, in Minnesota. Prince had overdosed on fentanyl. His death was ruled accidental. Over the span of four decades, Prince transcended genre and created more than 30 albums, his first in 1978 for Warner Bros. Prince often played all of the instruments on the album himself. He was charismatic and electrifying on stage. His 1984 album 'Purple Rain' sold 13 million copies. It was number one on the 'Billboard' 200 chart for 24 consecutive weeks. He won seven Grammy awards. His final album was released in 2015, just months before his death. Few artists have influenced the sound and trajectory of popular music more distinctly, or touched quite so many people with their talent, President Obama, via History.com

Happy Birthday, Lil Nas X!

Happy Birthday, Lil Nas X!. Montero Lamar Hill turns 25 years old today. Here are five fun facts about the rapper. 1. He played the trumpet in school. 2. His hit single, “Old Town Road,” originally went viral on TikTok. 3. “Old Town Road” became the longest-running No. 1 song on the ‘Billboard’ Hot 100. 4. He collaborated with clothing company Wrangler for a denim collection. 5. The “Panini” rapper once made a panini with Chef Gordon Ramsay. Happy Birthday, Lil Nas X!

Dr. Dre Gets Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Dr. Dre Gets Star , on Hollywood Walk of Fame. Dr. Dre Gets Star , on Hollywood Walk of Fame. The legendary rapper and producer received the Hollywood Walk of Fame's 2,775th star on March 19, 'Billboard' reports. Also in attendance were Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, Eminem, Jimmy Iovine and more. Upon receiving his star, Dr. Dre said, "Growing up in Compton, I never imagined that I would one day be represented here among some of my childhood heroes.". I’ve been fortunate enough to make a living doing exactly what I love to do. How about that? Isn’t that the dream?, Dr. Dre, via statement. Over the course of my career, I’ve had the privilege of finding and nurturing new talent as well as pushing the boundaries in hip-hop both in content and substance, Dr. Dre, via statement. Dre went on to say that he's "most proud of elevating the sound and clarity of how we experience hip-hop." . Dre went on to say that he's "most proud of elevating the sound and clarity of how we experience hip-hop." . Getting that thing right is one of my greatest achievements. , Dr. Dre, via statement. I love that this honor is unique to Los Angeles and brings fans from all over the world to connect with their favorite artists. I’ll be here forever, Dr. Dre, via statement. Dr. Dre first gained national attention in the rap group N.W.A. After leaving N.W.A, he went to work with Death Row Records, cranking out hits with Snoop Dogg, 2Pac and more. His own company, Aftermath Entertainment, was launched in 1996. Last year, Dr. Dre was named the greatest rap producer of all time by 'Billboard.'