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Elias Leight
Verified
Senior Writer, Billboard
Lake Oswego
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Home , Art , Travel , Pets , News
Economics and mathematics.
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By Christopher Claxton, Kyle Denis Verified, Elias Leight Verified, Jason Lipshutz Verified| Billboard Verified Neither country star Bailey Zimmerman or rap hitmaker BigXthaPlug had ever hit the top five of the Billboard Hot 100 before — but now they both have together, with their new team-up “All the Way.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The relationship-gone-bad trap ballad bows at No. 4 on the Hot 100 (Apr. 19) this week, and features BigX taking on the rap verses in between Zimmerman’s sweet-and-sour sung hook. The combination has proven particularly...
By Elias Leight Verified, Dan Rys Verified, Glenn Peoples, Marc Schneider Verified| Billboard Verified In early March, a new James Brown recording strutted onto a Billboard chart for the first time in more than three decades. But Brown, the incendiary funk pioneer who died in 2006, wasn’t going viral on TikTok or putting out albums of previously unreleased material. Instead, he had been sampled by the rapper 310babii, who credited the Godfather of Soul as a featured artist on the new track, titled “Bad.” When the single subsequently hit the Rhythmic Airplay chart, Brown came along for the ride.
By Christopher Claxton, Kyle Denis Verified, Elias Leight Verified, Jason Lipshutz Verified| Billboard Verified Neither country star Bailey Zimmerman or rap hitmaker BigXthaPlug had ever hit the top five of the Billboard Hot 100 before — but now they both have together, with their new team-up “All the Way.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The relationship-gone-bad trap ballad bows at No. 4 on the Hot 100 (Apr. 19) this week, and features BigX taking on the rap verses in between Zimmerman’s sweet-and-sour sung hook. The combination has proven particularly...
Company Info
Billboard
Billboard is a prominent American music and entertainment magazine, established on November 1, 1894, by William Donaldson and James Hennegan. Originally focused on outdoor advertising, it evolved into a leading source for music industry news, charts, and awards. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Billboard has become known as the "bible" of the recording industry, expanding its coverage to various aspects of music by the 1960s. Billboard is best known for its authoritative music charts, which rank top albums and singles based on sales, streaming, and radio airplay. The magazine also hosts the annual Billboard Music Awards, celebrating outstanding achievements in music. With a strong digital presence, Billboard provides news, analysis, and features on the music industry, attracting around 15.2 million unique visitors each month. Its influence extends globally, with several international editions, making it a key platform for music promotion and recognition.
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Founded: 1894