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How ASOBISYSTEM Is Building a Global Future for Japanese Idol Culture

Billboard JAPAN talked to ASOBISYSTEM CEO Yusuke Nakagawa about the chances of globalizing Japan’s “oshikatsu” culture.

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KATSEYE's Megan Speaks Out After Band Drops Out of Daisy Chain Fields

KATSEYE's Megan has spoken out after the band dropped out of Olivia Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields' lineup due to her sprained ankle.

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Olivia Rodrigo & Alex Warren Lead Best New Music: Friday Music Guide

Olivia Rodrigo, Alex Warren and JENNIE lead Billboard's new music guide this week, along with more artists across genres.

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Jelly Roll Calls President Trump 'Full of Sh--,' Makes More Fat Jokes

Jelly Roll called President Donald Trump "full of s--t" and made more fat jokes about the president while guest hosting 'Jimmy Kimmel Live.'

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John Mayer Says Dolly Parton's Death Brought the World Together

John Mayer talks about Dolly Parton's legacy, saying the late icon brought a "fractured world" together, and performs electric rendition of her song.

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KATSEYE Drop Out of Daisy Chain Fields After Megan Sprains Her Ankle

"I'm sending all my love to Olivia and to all of the incredible artists, non-profit organizations and volunteers who have given their time to make this day so special," Megan wrote on Instagram.

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Riordon, Billboard’s Up-and-Coming Dance Artist of the Month

Meet Riordon, Billboard’s Up-and-Coming Dance Artist of the Month for Augut 2026. Here’s why the rising dance act is breaking through.

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Ms. Rachel and Mr. Aron on Their Debut Album and New Music Video

Ms. Rachel and Mr. Aron discuss their debut album, "I'm So Happy," and the joyful new "I Love a Rainbow" music video.

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Harry Styles Pays Salutes Dolly Parton at Madison Square Garden Show

Harry Styles gave the best possible salute to Dolly Parton by playing her recording of "I Will Always Love You" on the MSG speakers.

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Ayra Starr to to Headline NFL London Halftime Show

Ayra Starr will headline an upcoming NFL halftime show during the London match-up between the Philadelphia Eagles and Jacksonville Jaguars on Oct. 11

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Post Malone Postpones Tour of Asia, Australia and New Zealand

Post Malone shelves his tour of Asia, Australia and New Zealand.

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Katy Perry on Justin Trudeau, Dolly Parton and "Queen of Cringe" Title

The superstar singer surprised an audience at a VIP showing of 'Katy Perry: The Lifetimes Tour — Live From Paris' at The Grove where she (danced) and sat for a lively Q&A moderated by Billboard's Tetris Kelly.

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Miley Cyrus Mourns Dolly Parton, Her Godmother, After Her Death

Miley Cyrus honored Dolly Parton after the icon's death in an emotional post, writing, "I have an angel by my side."

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Katy Perry, Kesha, Pitbull Pay Tribute to Dolly Parton on Stage

Katy Perry, Kesha, Pitbull and Jack White paid tribute to Dolly Parton on stage on Tuesday night (Aug. 25) hours after the country star's death at 80.

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Aly & AJ Cancel Tour Dates as Aly Michalka Joins Broadway's '& Juliet'

Aly & AJ have canceled their November and December tour dates as Aly Michalka prepares to make her Broadway debut as Anne Hathaway in '& Juliet.'

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Olivia Dean Talks 'Shame' Over Making Pop Music Before 'Man I Need'

Olivia Dean opened up about her apprehension about releasing more pop-leaning songs like "Man I Need" in her 'WSJ' cover story.

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Beyonce to Donate $1 Million to Colombia Earthquake Relief Efforts

Beyoncé donates $1 million for Colombia earthquake relief. Support efforts by Food For The Poor and World Central Kitchen to aid affected communities.

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mikako of Nagie Lane: Billboard Japan Women In Music Interview

Billboard Japan spoke with Nagie Lane member mikako, the multilingual musician who emceed the Women In Music – EQUAL STAGE event.

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Dollywood Stays Open After Dolly Parton's Death: 'The Show Must Go On'

Dollywood is staying open after Dolly Parton's death, with the park citing her wish that "the show must go on."

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Harry Styles Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton at MSG Residency in New York

The country music icon died on Tuesday at the age of 80.

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Jaye P. Morgan Death: Pop & TV Star Was 94

Jaye P. Morgan, one of the top female recording artists of the 1950s, has died at age 94.

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Dolly Parton Biopic, Docuseries Among Planned Projects Before Death

"Ever the planner, Dolly worked with the team that she handpicked, for the past several years to build a project roadmap that will guide us for decades to come,” says her longtime manager Danny Nozell.

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Dolly Parton's Spotify Streams Skyrocket After Death

Her hits "Jolene" and "9 to 5" were her two most-streamed songs yesterday, going to No. 2 and 3 on Spotify's daily U.S. songs chart.

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BillboardTV Schedule on Samsung TV

Billboard TV's schedule on Samsung TV Plus includes a number of the magazine's in-depth, behind-the-scenes series on chart-topping artists.

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Miley Cyrus Dolly Parton Tribute

As godmother and goddaughter, Parton and Cyrus have had a long-standing relationship, dating back to the latter singer's starring turn on 'Hannah Montana.'

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Tim Curry Death: 'Rocky Horror' Star Dies at 80

Tim Curry Death: 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' star dies at 80.

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Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Honored by Library of Congress

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library literacy program was honored by the Library of Congress following news of her death.

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Lil Nas X Says 'Everybody's OD Nice' Since Getting Out of Rehab

The "Old Town Road" rapper and singer seems to be in positive spirits since finding himself in legal trouble last summer.

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Jay-Z 30 Pop-Up Experience to Open in London Ahead of Stadium Shows

A Jay-Z pop-up experience is set to open in Camden this week, celebrating the rapper’s upcoming Tottenham Hotspur Stadium shows.

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Beyoncé Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton In a Heartfelt Message

Beyoncé pays tribute to Dolly Parton following the country legend's death at 80, calling her "the barometer" and "the North Star."

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