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Top executives at 10 of the biggest independent publishers in the business weigh in on the challenges and opportunities facing the sector right now. From left: Al “Butter” McLean, Jim Selby, Jeannette Perez, Ralph Peer II and Natasha Nastaskin. Illustration by Lyanne Natividad Few sectors of the music business have come to the forefront with more force than music publishing in recent years, as catalogs have begun to change hands, artists have become more open to selling their works and new players have entered the field looking to capitalize on the steady returns that top-shelf songs can provide for investors…

Mercifully, Complex in print form is back, this time with a new issue featuring interviews with Travis Scott, Jennie, and more.Below, we take a quick look at what else you can expect from the new issue, as well as where you can get your hands on a copy. Keep reading for more.What’s in the new issue?In addition to an exclusive cover interview with Travis Scott, Complex Magazine Issue No. 2 also features previously released digital cover stories on Jennie, Anthony Edwards, Snoop & Dre, The Weeknd, and Lil Baby. Fans of Trav and/or Jennie are particularly in luck, as the…

Jonathan Porter Sr. faced heavy criticism after removing Chrisean Rock’s belongings from Blueface’s home and posting the video online AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe Blueface’s father, Johnathan Porter Sr., faced online backlash after posting a video of an empty garage at the rapper’s Los Angeles home, claiming he moved Chrisean Rock’s belongings to a storage unit following weeks of no contact. “I’m so sorry this…

ADSR Sounds has introduced a new sound pack for the Serum 2 software synthesizer by Xfer Records.A versatile collection of presets shaped for movement, atmosphere, and impact, Crowdstate: Club & Dance aims to capture the tension, space, and pulse at the heart of modern club and dance music with gritty low-end stabs, kinetic chords, and rhythm-ready textures.Whether you’re building stripped-back club tools or more melodic dancefloor tracks, these sounds are all about control and energy — focused, functional, and ready to push your productions deeper.Designed specifically for Xfer Serum, each preset uses the full flexibility of the synth’s wavetable engine,…

If you bring together six hot Country artists and add in some ice-cold beer, you get one memorable evening of live music. That’s exactly what fans experienced at Category 10 in Nashville on the first day of CMA Fest thanks to Billboard Country Live presented by Bud Light. Each artist gave fans 20 minutes of some of their top songs with a sprinkle – or three – of unexpected covers to spice things up. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The Thursday (June 5) event welcomed attendees into the multi-story music venue to…

Kai Cenat found himself at the center of viral buzz following an awkward encounter at the 2025 BET Awards when he seemingly failed to recognize Wale.Cenat was live streaming from the Peacock Theater when he crossed paths with the “On Chill” artist in a parking garage. Wale was casually gaming on a Nintendo Switch when he walked by, and Cenat greeted him and asked what he was playing. The rapper continued on without much exchange, and Kai admitted to his audience that he had no idea who he was speaking to.Viewers quickly filled in the blanks, alerting Cenat that he…

Eventide Audio has announced the launch of its 2025 Pluginpalooza promotion, offering discounts of up to 80% off on its audio plugins for the next few weeks.From mind-bending effects to powerful mixing tools, Pluginpalooza is your backstage pass to unbeatable deals on plug-ins that amplify your sound.The promotion includes:Split FX: Surgically transform your audio with tools like SplitEQ and Physion, featuring Transient/Tonal splitting technology.Signature FX: Save big on studio staples like the H3000, H910, and Omnipressor, plus lush reverbs, pristine delays, and more.H9 Series: Bring the power and creativity of the iconic H9 Harmonizer to your mixes with a full…

Ángela Aguilar just released her newest album, ‘Nadie Se Va Como Llego,’ and she shares her experience producing her music for the first time, collaborating with Marc Anthony, why she decided to produce, her opinion on speaking up about immigrant rights, working with her husband, Christian Nodal, and more! What’s your favorite song from Ángela Aguilar’s new album? Let us know in the comments! Griselda Flores: Hi, I’m Billboard’s Griselda Flores, and I’m joined by singer, songwriter and producer Ángela Aguilar. Ángela, how are you?  Ángela Aguilar: I’m good, good to see you again. That sounds interesting. That’s new for…

Kevin Hart didn’t forget Kirk Franklin showed off his twerking skills during a performance last year.On Monday night, as the host of the BET Awards, Hart was tasked with roasting the winners of the Ultimate Icon Award, which included Franklin. Hart recalled one of Franklin’s Reunion Tour shows, where he playfully twerked on Clark Sisters member Jacky Clark Chisholm.“Kirk, do me a favor. When you get your award tonight, don’t come up here front twerking, okay? Yeah, don’t come up here popping,” Hart said. “Don’t do it, Kirk. Don’t do it. That’s what Kirk be doing—he be trying to blame…

Treach of Naughty By Nature threw his full support behind Ras Baraka for governor, citing decades of grassroots leadership and an unwavering commitment to community. AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe Treach has backed Ras Baraka’s gubernatorial run with a powerful personal endorsement, calling the Newark mayor a leader “cut from a different cloth” during a live appearance promoting Baraka’s campaign. The Naughty By Nature frontman…