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Billboard Bits: New Michael Jackson Music in the Works, Jessica Simpson in Talks with ‘Idol’

webc — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:55:16 +0000

New Michael Jackson music is in the works, Jessica Simpson is in talks to judge “Idol,” Rihanna talks “Love the Way You Lie” and more.

Billboard Bits: Justin Bieber Meets the Dead, Perry’s ‘Teenage Dream’ Leaks

webc — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 04:43:52 +0000

Justin Bieber meets the Dead, Katy Perry’s “Teenage Dream” single leaks, Swizz Beatz talks Alicia Keys wedding rumors, Lupe Fiasco fans want “Lasers,” and more.

Rick Ross Likely to Unseat Eminem on Billboard 200 Next Week

webc — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:42:16 +0000

Ross’ fourth studio album “Teflon Don” could be the Billboard 200’s new No. 1, as industry prognosticators predict the set might sell somewhere around the 150,000 to 180,000 range.

Arcade Fire: The Billboard Cover Story

webc — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 10:36:17 +0000

The seven members of Arcade Fire retain a tight grip on their destiny and call the shots for every major decision required of the band as it keeps growing its success.

Eminem’s ‘Recovery’ Explodes At No. 1 on Billboard 200 With 741,000

webc — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 08:04:27 +0000

Eminem scores the largest sales week for a single album since October 2008.

‘Say Say Say’ Ranks As Michael Jackson’s Biggest Billboard Hit

webc — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 09:28:49 +0000

“Say Say Say” ranks as Michael Jackson’s top-performing single on Billboard’s ranking of the late legend’s 50 best-charting songs, while a second duet between the King of Pop and a former Beatle bookends the list’s top 10.

M.I.A.: The Billboard Cover Story

webc — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 21:19:44 +0000

On the heels of a banned video and a controversial New York Times interview, M.I.A. talks about her new album, Trufflegate” and the art of controversy.

Jack Johnson’s "To The Sea" Sets Sail At No. 1 On Billboard 200

webc — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 16:58:52 +0000

Jack Johnson claims his third No. 1 album on the Billboard 200.

Miley Cyrus: The Billboard Cover Story

webc — Sat, 29 May 2010 20:36:47 +0000

With “Can’t Be Tamed,” Miley Cyrus Transitions From Tween Idol To Pop Star

Drake: The Billboard Cover Story

webc — Sat, 22 May 2010 06:19:00 +0000

The Most Anticipated Hip-Hop Album In Years Comes From A 23-Year-Old Singing, Acting, Half-Jewish Canadian Who Some Are Touting In The Same Breath As Biggie And Lil Wayne. Can Aubrey Drake Graham Withstand His Own Hype?

Rolling Stones, ‘Glee’ Battle It Out For No. 1 On Billboard 200

webc — Thu, 20 May 2010 02:10:43 +0000

Its “Glee” versus the Glimmer Twins on next week’s Billboard 200 albums chart.

Billboard Bits: John Fogerty, Kara DioGuardi, RedOne, Taylor Swift and More

webc — Thu, 20 May 2010 02:10:42 +0000

Billboard Bits serves up the best bite-sized nuggets of music news and gossip each day.

Billboard Bits: Black Keys, Eagles, Christina Aguilera, Jagged Edge and more

webc — Wed, 19 May 2010 00:10:34 +0000

Billboard Bits serves up the best bite-sized nuggets of music news and gossip each day.

Billboard Bits: Keith Richards, Drake, David Banner, Kurt Cobain and more

webc — Sat, 15 May 2010 18:07:55 +0000

Billboard Bits serves up the best bite-sized nuggets of music news and gossip each day.

Lady Antebellum Returning To No. 1 On Billboard 200

webc — Sat, 15 May 2010 18:07:54 +0000

Lady Antebellum’s “Need You Now” seems set to return to No. 1 on next week’s Billboard 200 albums chart, thus earning its fifth non-consecutive week at the top of the tally.

Christina Aguilera: ‘Bionic’ Billboard Cover Story And Video

webc — Fri, 14 May 2010 16:06:35 +0000

She’s already morphed from teen-pop starlet to ambisexual sexpot to boogie-woogie soulstress. Now, on her new album, Christina Aguilera is making the most daring music of her career.

Billboard Bits: Lil Wayne, Katy Perry, Interpol, Blur and More

webc — Wed, 12 May 2010 12:03:10 +0000

Billboard Bits serves up the best bite-sized nuggets of music news and gossip each day.

Andy Rooney Not In Tune With Billboard 200 Artists

webc — Tue, 11 May 2010 10:01:17 +0000

In a segment for CBS’s “60 Minutes,” Andy Rooney admitted for the first time that he can’t consider himself an “average” American and it was after reading an issue of Billboard Magazine.

Billboard Bits: KISS, Lady Gaga, Morrissey, RZA and more

webc — Sat, 08 May 2010 03:59:23 +0000

Billboard Bits serves up the best bite-sized nuggets of music news and gossip each day.

Jack Johnson: The Billboard Cover Story

webc — Sat, 08 May 2010 03:59:22 +0000

Jack Johnson plays by his own rules — but does that make him retrograde or a renegade.