Rosalía has spent the last decade redrawing the boundaries of global pop, and now, with Lux — her fourth studio album — the Spanish superstar demonstrates that there are no limits to her artistry. After fusing flamenco tradition with innovative pop architectures on 2017’s Los Ángeles and El Mal Querer the following year, and breaking ground with the audacious experimentalism of Motomami (2022), the Barcelona iconoclast delivers her most ambitious project yet: a heartfelt opus of avant-garde classical pop that explores the intersections of romance, religion and genre. 

Cementing her status as one of the most fearless creators of her generation, Lux has shattered records, debuting at No. 1 across five Billboard charts, including Top Latin Albums and Classical Albums. Rosalía is now the first Spanish-born woman to achieve this milestone in the modern era. And while the accolades are historic, it’s the album’s artful depth — sung in 13 languages and arranged in sweeping orchestral movements — that firmly establishes Rosalía as Billboard’s 2026 Latin Woman of the Year. 

Juanes, one of Rosalía’s earliest champions, shares a heartfelt reflection on his first encounter with the multihyphenate artist, his admiration for her creative evolution and her transformative impact on the world of music.

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The first time I saw Rosalía was in Madrid. I had flown in for some promotional work of my own, and I ran into Bebe, an incredible singer as well. She said to me, “Let’s go see Rosalía at this theater where she’s performing today in the Suma Flamenca Joven,” a festival where young artists perform flamenco. 
 
I sat down in my seat, and next to me was the dancer Joaquín Cortés on one side and Bebe on the other. Then I started watching this woman, sitting on a stool, singing songs from Los Ángeles. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing. To me, it was the most beautiful thing. Joaquín looked like a madman, completely losing it, saying, “I can’t believe this! What is this?” He was totally mesmerized. Bebe was crying, and I was just in shock, completely blown away by watching — but more than anything, listening to — this woman sing. 

Listening to her was what struck me the most. It was such a beautiful revelation: a woman singing like Edith Piaf or [Carlos] Gardel, those kinds of timeless artists who only come around once in a lifetime.

I immediately called Rebeca León, who was my management partner at the time. Rebeca went to Barcelona, met with Rosalía, and that’s where it all began. [León was Rosalía’s manager between 2017 and 2023.]

The first time she performed in the United States was in Los Angeles. I had a concert at the Hollywood Bowl that night, and Rosalía also performed there — I mean, I don’t want to call her the “opening act” because that feels embarrassing for me; I should’ve been her opening act (Laughs.) — but yeah, she sang before us at the Hollywood Bowl. And of course, the audience went crazy. Crazy, just like all of us were from the moment we first saw her.

As a Colombian and a Latin American, for me, flamenco feels incredibly exotic. It has always fascinated me — from Camarón de la Isla to Paco de Lucía and everything in between. It’s just totally mesmerizing. 

When I see a woman like Rosalía singing, coming from Barcelona — which has a completely different vibe — but bringing something modern into the way she sings, while still staying connected to flamenco, it’s impactful. Most flamenco singers, especially women, sing with so much force, with this kind of raw intensity. But Rosalía sings differently. Her voice feels soft, like she’s singing right into your ear, almost like a whisper. That blend of qualities was something completely new for me. 

Then came her album El Mal Querer, and wow, I was blown away. I couldn’t believe it at first; it felt so strange initially, but then I understood it. It was truly beautiful, what she created there. And then she released Motomami, which was completely different — bolder in many ways, but still incredible.

I vividly remember her Motomami world tour. I saw so many clips and performances with punk influences, distorted basslines and this daring energy. And then she released Lux, which was something else entirely. She keeps you guessing — you never know where she’s going next. And to me, that’s the most beautiful thing an artist can do: create something as bold and stunning as this album. It’s just incredible.

I’d highlight Lux because of the daring artistic decisions behind it. Incorporating classical music, opera and a variety of languages from different parts of the world — on one hand, you could call it ambitious. But on the other hand, you just have to stop and say, “Wait, this is incredible. Look at what she’s doing.”

I’ve seen some clips from her new tour — she’s dancing, acting, singing beautifully … I don’t know how to put it, but for me, she’s a truly, truly special artist. And I think whatever she does, no matter the direction, it will always have this impeccable quality because that’s just who she is.

In fact, I’ve even shown my daughters videos of Rosalía from when she was just starting out [at talent competitions]. She would sing off-key, it was awful, she would get mad at the judges. The transformation from that moment to where she is now is absolutely mind-blowing to me. I melt every time I hear her sing. I don’t even need to watch her perform; I’ll just put on headphones and let her music play, and it feels like my soul is crying with joy and emotion. Her voice is so beautiful, so unique … Honestly, very few people are blessed with that kind of gift.

I think her cultural impact has been massive. It’s not just about her music, but everything surrounding it — the fashion, the music videos, the lyrics. Everything matters. I see so many young people, especially girls, who follow her and are inspired by how music can have so many possibilities.

If Rosalía ever doubts anything, it will only be about where her limits are, because I don’t think she has any. She approaches art as a whole, and I find that amazing and so difficult to achieve. But she’s done it, and she’s paid attention to every single detail. I think that’s what truly makes her a singular artist in our time.

After officially making history as the first Latin woman to headline Coachella in the festival’s 27-year history, Karol G announced she’s hitting the road with a new tour.

During her second weekend headlining set on Sunday (April 19), the Colombian artist welcomed a wave of special guests, including Peso Pluma for a performance of their sultry reggaetón collaboration “QLONA,” as well as Becky G for an empowering rendition of their 2022 No. 1 Billboard hit “MAMIII” and Colombian powerhouses J Balvin and Ryan Castro. That impressive list of guests came after Karol shared the stage with Mariah Angeliq, Wisin, Greg Gonzalez of Cigarettes After Sex, Arturo Sandoval and an all-female mariachi troupe during the first weekend of the festival.

At the wrap of her historic show on Sunday, the “Bichota” singer surprised fans with the announcement that she’s going on tour. “Nos Vamos de Tour” (we’re going on tour) read a bright orange text on the festival screens during the closing song, “Provenza.” 

Though dates and venues have yet to be announced, the forthcoming trek will be in support of her latest album, Tropicoqueta, and follows her 2024 Mañana Será Bonito record-breaking tour that grossed $313.3 million and sold 2.3 million tickets over 65 shows, according to figures reported to Billboard Boxscore. 

“There has been 27 years of this festival going on and it’s the first time a Latina girl is headlining Coachella, so I just want to say that before me there were so many great Latino artists, legendary Latino artists, that gave me the opportunity to be here tonight,” the Colombian artist told fans at Coachella. “This is not just about me, this is about my Latino community, this is about my people. And at the same time, this is for my Latinos that have been struggling in this country lately. We stand for them, I stand for my Latino community and at the same time I’m very proud because this brings out the best of us: unity, resilience, and a strong spirit.” 

Add Nancy Sinatra to the long list of musicians who have requested that Donald Trump stop using their (or their family’s) music in his political messaging. Over the weekend, Sinatra lashed out at the president for posting a video of her late father, Frank Sinatra, singing his iconic 1969 ballad “My Way” on his Truth Social platform over the weekend.

“This is sacrilege,” Nancy Sinatra wrote on X in response to a person who wrote, “Omg, @NancySinatra will not be happy about this. Trump goes against everything that Frank stood for. He was a big champion for equality and supported the Civil Rights movement.” The comment came in response to Trump posting the brief clip of a tuxedo-wearing Frank Sinatra performing his signature song at Madison Square Garden in 1974 with no context or commentary.

When another fan asked if there is anything Nancy can do to prevent Trump from posting her father’s music, the “These Boots Are Made For Walkin’” singer replied, “Unfortunately no. The only people who can do something are the publishers”; the song’s publishers are Because Music and Primary Wave. Sinatra’s “My Way” is an English-language adaptation of the French song “Comme d’habitude,” with lyrics written by Paul Anka.

Nancy Sinatra has long been a loud and frequent critic of Trump’s presidency — in March, she tweeted, “Not only is trump insane but he is an extreme danger to America and the world — and over the weekend she also reposted a fan comment that read: “Trump may love Sinatra, but Sinatra did not love Trump.” She joins an expansive list of artists who’ve complained or taken action against Trump for using their music without permission, a roster that includes Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter, Beyoncé, Foo Fighters, SZA, Kenny Loggins, Celine Dion, Jack White, Guns N’ Roses, Neil Young, Ozzy Osbourne and many more.

Add Nancy Sinatra to the long list of musicians who have requested that Donald Trump stop using their (or their family’s) music in his political messaging. Over the weekend, Sinatra lashed out at the president for posting a video of her late father, Frank Sinatra, singing his iconic 1969 ballad “My Way” on his Truth Social platform over the weekend.

“This is sacrilege,” Nancy Sinatra wrote on X in response to a person who wrote, “Omg, @NancySinatra will not be happy about this. Trump goes against everything that Frank stood for. He was a big champion for equality and supported the Civil Rights movement.” The comment came in response to Trump posting the brief clip of a tuxedo-wearing Frank Sinatra performing his signature song at Madison Square Garden in 1974 with no context or commentary.

When another fan asked if there is anything Nancy can do to prevent Trump from posting her father’s music, the “These Boots Are Made For Walkin’” singer replied, “Unfortunately no. The only people who can do something are the publishers”; the song’s publishers are Because Music and Primary Wave. Sinatra’s “My Way” is an English-language adaptation of the French song “Comme d’habitude,” with lyrics written by Paul Anka.

Nancy Sinatra has long been a loud and frequent critic of Trump’s presidency — in March, she tweeted, “Not only is trump insane but he is an extreme danger to America and the world — and over the weekend she also reposted a fan comment that read: “Trump may love Sinatra, but Sinatra did not love Trump.” She joins an expansive list of artists who’ve complained or taken action against Trump for using their music without permission, a roster that includes Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter, Beyoncé, Foo Fighters, SZA, Kenny Loggins, Celine Dion, Jack White, Guns N’ Roses, Neil Young, Ozzy Osbourne and many more.

On Monday (April 20), the TODAY show announced the star-studded lineup for its 2026 Citi Concert Series, featuring upcoming summertime performances from KATSEYE, Zara Larsson, Lizzo, Shaboozey, Brandi Carlile, Niall Horan, Tyla, Mumford & Sons, Bleachers, Maren Morris, Megan Moroney, Melanie Martinez and more.

Grammy-nominated Swedish pop sensation Zara Larsson will kick off the series with a Rockefeller Plaza concert on May 8, followed by a Bleachers show on May 22, timed to the Jack Antonoff-fronted band’s new Everyone for Ten Minutes LP, which drops the same day. Charlie Puth, who performed the national anthem at Super Bowl LX in February and released his Whatever’s Clever album last month, closes out the month with his May 29 show.

Lizzo leads the following month’s lineup with her June 5 show, followed by Niall Horan‘s June 12 set, a week after the arrival of the One Direction alum’s Dinner Party album. Melanie Martinez, who recently earned her fourth consecutive Billboard 200 top 10 studio album with Hades (No. 3), rounds out the month with her June 26 performance.

After a particularly stacked July featuring performances by South African pop star Tyla, Grammy-winning rockers Mumford & Sons and chart-topping country-pop artists Shaboozey, Megan Moroney and Maren Morris, August is all about KATSEYE. The always-viral global girl group is currently the only announced act slated for that month (Aug. 14), and at press time, it’s unknown whether Manon Bannerman will join her groupmates onstage. Currently on hiatus, Bannerman did not join KATSEYE during their Coachella debut last weekend.

The group will take over Rockefeller Plaza the same day their new WILD EP hits streaming.

Finally, Brandi Carlile, one of TIME’s 2026 Women of the Year, will deliver a late summer performance on Sept. 25.

“Music plays such a profound role in today’s culture, and we’re excited to support the Citi Concert Series on TODAY,” Elyse Lesley, head of U.S. Consumer Cards Marketing at Citi, exclusively tells Billboard. “We look forward to kicking off the summer with another memorable edition of the concert series for passionate fans tuning in from across the country.”

With additional performers and dates to be announced in the coming weeks, fans can visit TODAY.com/Concerts for more information on how to attend the outdoor concerts. A limited number of fan passes will be available for each show, with general admission also open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis at Rockefeller Plaza, located on 48th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues in Manhattan. Viewers can also catch the Citi Concert Series live on TODAY.

Check out the full lineup below:

May

Friday, May 8: Zara Larsson

Friday, May 22: Bleachers

Friday, May 29: Charlie Puth

June

Friday, June 5: Lizzo

Friday, June 12: Niall Horan

Friday, June 26: Melanie Martinez

July

Friday, July 3: Maren Morris

Friday, July 10: Megan Moroney

Friday, July 24: Tyla

Wednesday, July 29: Mumford & Sons

Friday, July 31: Shaboozey

August

Friday, August 14: KATSEYE

September

Friday, September 25: Brandi Carlile

Add Nancy Sinatra to the long list of musicians who have requested that Donald Trump stop using their (or their family’s) music in his political messaging. Over the weekend, Sinatra lashed out at the president for posting a video of her late father, Frank Sinatra, singing his iconic 1969 ballad “My Way” on his Truth Social platform over the weekend.

“This is sacrilege,” Nancy Sinatra wrote on X in response to a person who wrote, “Omg, @NancySinatra will not be happy about this. Trump goes against everything that Frank stood for. He was a big champion for equality and supported the Civil Rights movement.” The comment came in response to Trump posting the brief clip of a tuxedo-wearing Frank Sinatra performing his signature song at Madison Square Garden in 1974 with no context or commentary.

When another fan asked if there is anything Nancy can do to prevent Trump from posting her father’s music, the “These Boots Are Made For Walkin’” singer replied, “Unfortunately no. The only people who can do something are the publishers”; the song’s publishers are Because Music and Primary Wave. Sinatra’s “My Way” is an English-language adaptation of the French song “Comme d’habitude,” with lyrics written by Paul Anka.

Nancy Sinatra has long been a loud and frequent critic of Trump’s presidency — in March, she tweeted, “Not only is trump insane but he is an extreme danger to America and the world — and over the weekend she also reposted a fan comment that read: “Trump may love Sinatra, but Sinatra did not love Trump.” She joins an expansive list of artists who’ve complained or taken action against Trump for using their music without permission, a roster that includes Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter, Beyoncé, Foo Fighters, SZA, Kenny Loggins, Celine Dion, Jack White, Guns N’ Roses, Neil Young, Ozzy Osbourne and many more.

On Monday (April 20), the TODAY show announced the star-studded lineup for its 2026 Citi Concert Series, featuring upcoming summertime performances from KATSEYE, Zara Larsson, Lizzo, Shaboozey, Brandi Carlile, Niall Horan, Tyla, Mumford & Sons, Bleachers, Maren Morris, Megan Moroney, Melanie Martinez and more.

Grammy-nominated Swedish pop sensation Zara Larsson will kick off the series with a Rockefeller Plaza concert on May 8, followed by a Bleachers show on May 22, timed to the Jack Antonoff-fronted band’s new Everyone for Ten Minutes LP, which drops the same day. Charlie Puth, who performed the national anthem at Super Bowl LX in February and released his Whatever’s Clever album last month, closes out the month with his May 29 show.

Lizzo leads the following month’s lineup with her June 5 show, followed by Niall Horan‘s June 12 set, a week after the arrival of the One Direction alum’s Dinner Party album. Melanie Martinez, who recently earned her fourth consecutive Billboard 200 top 10 studio album with Hades (No. 3), rounds out the month with her June 26 performance.

After a particularly stacked July featuring performances by South African pop star Tyla, Grammy-winning rockers Mumford & Sons and chart-topping country-pop artists Shaboozey, Megan Moroney and Maren Morris, August is all about KATSEYE. The always-viral global girl group is currently the only announced act slated for that month (Aug. 14), and at press time, it’s unknown whether Manon Bannerman will join her groupmates onstage. Currently on hiatus, Bannerman did not join KATSEYE during their Coachella debut last weekend.

The group will take over Rockefeller Plaza the same day their new WILD EP hits streaming.

Finally, Brandi Carlile, one of TIME’s 2026 Women of the Year, will deliver a late summer performance on Sept. 25.

“Music plays such a profound role in today’s culture, and we’re excited to support the Citi Concert Series on TODAY,” Elyse Lesley, head of U.S. Consumer Cards Marketing at Citi, exclusively tells Billboard. “We look forward to kicking off the summer with another memorable edition of the concert series for passionate fans tuning in from across the country.”

With additional performers and dates to be announced in the coming weeks, fans can visit TODAY.com/Concerts for more information on how to attend the outdoor concerts. A limited number of fan passes will be available for each show, with general admission also open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis at Rockefeller Plaza, located on 48th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues in Manhattan. Viewers can also catch the Citi Concert Series live on TODAY.

Check out the full lineup below:

May

Friday, May 8: Zara Larsson

Friday, May 22: Bleachers

Friday, May 29: Charlie Puth

June

Friday, June 5: Lizzo

Friday, June 12: Niall Horan

Friday, June 26: Melanie Martinez

July

Friday, July 3: Maren Morris

Friday, July 10: Megan Moroney

Friday, July 24: Tyla

Wednesday, July 29: Mumford & Sons

Friday, July 31: Shaboozey

August

Friday, August 14: KATSEYE

September

Friday, September 25: Brandi Carlile

BTS are setting up another pair of citywide festivals in Nevada and South Korea to celebrate their comeback album, ARIRANG. On Monday morning (April 20), the K-pop supergroup announced the dates for “BTS The City ARIRANG Las Vegas” and “BTS The City ARIRANG Busan” as an expansion of their urban concert playground event bringing their fan experience beyond the concert venue with citywide attractions and immersive events. According to a statement, the two pop-ups will “combine the music and story of BTS’s fifth studio album ARIRANG with each city’s iconic landmarks.”

“The City Las Vegas” will take place from May 20-31 in Las Vegas, Nevada, while “The City Busan” will set up shop from June 5-21. The U.S. dates will coincide with the band’s upcoming run of shows at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada on May 23, 24, 27 and 28.

The upcoming “City” event are a sequel to BTS’ 2022 “The City Las Vegas” run, with plans to scale things up for the 2026 editions. According to the release, iconic locations across the city will be activated with the Strip and digital marquees lit up in the album’s signature red theme and welcome messages for ARMY. There will also be themed hotel experiences, food and beverage specials and exclusive after parties.

“The City Busan” experience will keep the party rolling in South Korea, with detailed schedules and programming to be announced at a later date. After dropping their 10th studio album last month, BTS kicked off their global ARIRANG tour in Goyang, South Korea on April 9 with three shows, followed by a two-night stand at the Tokyo Dome in Japan over the weekend. The group will kick off a North American run of shows at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla. on Saturday (April 25).

Check out the announcements for “BTS The City ARIRANG Las Vegas” and “BTS The City ARIRANG Busan” below.

On Monday (April 20), the TODAY show announced the star-studded lineup for its 2026 Citi Concert Series, featuring upcoming summertime performances from KATSEYE, Zara Larsson, Lizzo, Shaboozey, Brandi Carlile, Niall Horan, Tyla, Mumford & Sons, Bleachers, Maren Morris, Megan Moroney, Melanie Martinez and more.

Grammy-nominated Swedish pop sensation Zara Larsson will kick off the series with a Rockefeller Plaza concert on May 8, followed by a Bleachers show on May 22, timed to the Jack Antonoff-fronted band’s new Everyone for Ten Minutes LP, which drops the same day. Charlie Puth, who performed the national anthem at Super Bowl LX in February and released his Whatever’s Clever album last month, closes out the month with his May 29 show.

Lizzo leads the following month’s lineup with her June 5 show, followed by Niall Horan‘s June 12 set, a week after the arrival of the One Direction alum’s Dinner Party album. Melanie Martinez, who recently earned her fourth consecutive Billboard 200 top 10 studio album with Hades (No. 3), rounds out the month with her June 26 performance.

After a particularly stacked July featuring performances by South African pop star Tyla, Grammy-winning rockers Mumford & Sons and chart-topping country-pop artists Shaboozey, Megan Moroney and Maren Morris, August is all about KATSEYE. The always-viral global girl group is currently the only announced act slated for that month (Aug. 14), and at press time, it’s unknown whether Manon Bannerman will join her groupmates onstage. Currently on hiatus, Bannerman did not join KATSEYE during their Coachella debut last weekend.

The group will take over Rockefeller Plaza the same day their new WILD EP hits streaming.

Finally, Brandi Carlile, one of TIME’s 2026 Women of the Year, will deliver a late summer performance on Sept. 25.

“Music plays such a profound role in today’s culture, and we’re excited to support the Citi Concert Series on TODAY,” Elyse Lesley, head of U.S. Consumer Cards Marketing at Citi, exclusively tells Billboard. “We look forward to kicking off the summer with another memorable edition of the concert series for passionate fans tuning in from across the country.”

With additional performers and dates to be announced in the coming weeks, fans can visit TODAY.com/Concerts for more information on how to attend the outdoor concerts. A limited number of fan passes will be available for each show, with general admission also open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis at Rockefeller Plaza, located on 48th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues in Manhattan. Viewers can also catch the Citi Concert Series live on TODAY.

Check out the full lineup below:

May

Friday, May 8: Zara Larsson

Friday, May 22: Bleachers

Friday, May 29: Charlie Puth

June

Friday, June 5: Lizzo

Friday, June 12: Niall Horan

Friday, June 26: Melanie Martinez

July

Friday, July 3: Maren Morris

Friday, July 10: Megan Moroney

Friday, July 24: Tyla

Wednesday, July 29: Mumford & Sons

Friday, July 31: Shaboozey

August

Friday, August 14: KATSEYE

September

Friday, September 25: Brandi Carlile

Everybody, even huge pop stars, has that one person they would absolutely lose it over if they met them in person. For a long time, Billie Eilish had Justin Bieber at the top of her list. But now they’ve become friendly and, in case you missed it, over the weekend, Bieber, 32, made Eilish’s tween dreams come true when he invited his self-proclaimed superfan onto the stage to serenade her with his 2009 song “One Less Lonely Girl.”

It was clear from the hugs and laughter that Eilish, 24, was having the time of her life, and her mom, Maggie Baird, confirmed it in a sweet Instagram note honoring the special relationship between her daughter and Justin.

“One of the most touching moments ever. It sounds crazy, but we watch our children develop these deep deep connections to artists who move them and usually there’s nothing in our power to do,” wrote Baird in the post, which featured a picture of Billie hugging Justin with a giant smile on her face, as well as the footage of Eilish losing it as she stumbled and fell to her knees while making her way to the stage for the once-in-a-lifetime moment.

“But we buy them records and maybe buy them a ticket to a concert (or a movie of a concert in our case because we couldn’t afford to see an actual concert),” she continued of her daughter, who has been a Belieber for half her life. “Watching this crazy unimaginable dream come true over many years is so incredible. I’m so grateful to Justin Bieber for the kindness he has shown Billie and to our whole family and to Hailey who makes so many things wonderful and possible♥️♥️.”

Justin’s wife, Hailey Bieber, responded with a “❤️ you guys!” in the comments, followed by a “so special.” In other pics, Baird hugs Eilish after the special on-stage moment and mom and daughter fangirl together over Justin’s show from the audience. Later, Eilish — who has spoken in the past about how Bieber offered her advice and friendship early in her career — provided an update on her emotional state following the life highlight moment: “can’t stop crying,” she wrote in an Instagram Story on Sunday accompanied by a pic of her laying in bed with red-rimmed eyes.

BTS are setting up another pair of citywide festivals in Nevada and South Korea to celebrate their comeback album, ARIRANG. On Monday morning (April 20), the K-pop supergroup announced the dates for “BTS The City ARIRANG Las Vegas” and “BTS The City ARIRANG Busan” as an expansion of their urban concert playground event bringing their fan experience beyond the concert venue with citywide attractions and immersive events. According to a statement, the two pop-ups will “combine the music and story of BTS’s fifth studio album ARIRANG with each city’s iconic landmarks.”

“The City Las Vegas” will take place from May 20-31 in Las Vegas, Nevada, while “The City Busan” will set up shop from June 5-21. The U.S. dates will coincide with the band’s upcoming run of shows at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada on May 23, 24, 27 and 28.

The upcoming “City” event are a sequel to BTS’ 2022 “The City Las Vegas” run, with plans to scale things up for the 2026 editions. According to the release, iconic locations across the city will be activated with the Strip and digital marquees lit up in the album’s signature red theme and welcome messages for ARMY. There will also be themed hotel experiences, food and beverage specials and exclusive after parties.

“The City Busan” experience will keep the party rolling in South Korea, with detailed schedules and programming to be announced at a later date. After dropping their 10th studio album last month, BTS kicked off their global ARIRANG tour in Goyang, South Korea on April 9 with three shows, followed by a two-night stand at the Tokyo Dome in Japan over the weekend. The group will kick off a North American run of shows at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla. on Saturday (April 25).

Check out the announcements for “BTS The City ARIRANG Las Vegas” and “BTS The City ARIRANG Busan” below.

Katy Perry shared a playful moment from her recent trip to Rome, joking about tossing her credit card into the Trevi Fountain for “good luck.”

In a video posted to Instagram over the weekend, the singer is seen standing at the landmark before briefly throwing her card into the water — a tongue-in-cheek spin on the centuries-old tradition of visitors tossing coins to ensure a return to the city.

“Y’all, I told you in ‘Save as Draft’ that I don’t f**k with change,” Perry says in the clip, referencing a lyric from her 2017 track, before adding, “But I feel like I need to put something in the Trevi Fountain for good luck.”

She quickly retrieves the card as it begins to float away, turning the moment into a light bit of travel humor rather than a serious offering.

Perry’s post was part of a wider set of images from Rome, captioned “Just Rome’ing around,” showing the artist moving through the city in a more low-key, offstage setting.

The visit also included a private performance at the La Nuvola convention center, though further details about the event have not been publicly shared.

The social media moment arrives amid a more serious development earlier in the week, after Australian actor Ruby Rose publicly alleged that Perry sexually assaulted her during an encounter in Melbourne years ago. Victoria Police confirmed an investigation is underway following a report.

A representative for Perry has denied the allegation, calling the claims “categorically false” and “dangerous reckless lies.”

The post also follows Perry’s recent appearance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, where she was spotted during weekend one alongside former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The pair were seen in the crowd during Justin Bieber’s set, adding to recent public sightings of the two together.

Jesy Nelson has appealed for public assistance after her car — containing essential medical equipment for her infant daughters — was stolen from her driveway.

The former Little Mix member shared the news via Instagram Stories, revealing that her black Land Rover Defender was taken in the early hours of the morning from her home in Brentwood, Essex.

She asked anyone with information to come forward, writing, “Please if any of you have seen or know of any information, can you DM me or contact the police. I have so much of my girls’ hospital equipment in that car that’s really needed.”

The incident carries added urgency due to the health needs of Nelson’s twin daughters, Ocean Jade and Story Monroe, who were diagnosed earlier this year with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a rare genetic condition that affects muscle strength and movement.

Nelson has spoken publicly about the challenges of caring for her daughters following the diagnosis, describing the experience as an intense period involving frequent hospital visits and ongoing medical support. SMA, particularly Type 1, can impact essential functions including breathing, swallowing and mobility, often requiring specialized equipment for daily care.

In January, Nelson shared that her daughters’ condition would likely have long-term implications. She said doctors had informed her that the children may not be able to walk or regain full neck strength, underscoring the importance of consistent medical treatment and equipment access.

Since opening up about her daughters’ diagnosis, Nelson has also become an advocate for increased awareness around SMA. She recently voiced support for updated government plans to introduce newborn screening for the condition, emphasizing the importance of early detection and treatment.

The theft of the vehicle — and the loss of critical medical supplies — has prompted concern among fans, with Nelson using her platform to amplify the search and encourage anyone with information to contact authorities.

Nelson rose to prominence as a member of Little Mix, one of the U.K.’s most successful girl groups, before departing the group in 2020. She later launched a solo career with the single “Boyz,” followed by subsequent releases including “Bad Thing.”

At the time of publication, there have been no updates on the vehicle’s recovery.

mike. has announced his final Australian tour, confirming a run of headline shows across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane this September as part of his Upside Down Tour Pt.3.

The New York rapper is set to perform at Oxford Art Factory in Sydney on Sept. 5, Max Watts in Melbourne on Sept. 12 and The Triffid in Brisbane on Sept. 18. The dates mark what has been billed as his last tour of Australia before his planned retirement from music.

Tickets for the shows will go on sale to the general public on April 24 at 10 a.m. local time, following a Live Nation presale beginning April 22.

The announcement arrives as mike. continues a prolific run that has positioned him as one of the defining voices in independent hip-hop. Emerging from New York’s underground rap scene in the late 2010s, he built momentum through a steady stream of self-released projects, often blending lo-fi production with introspective, diaristic writing.

Albums including Weight of the World, Disco! and Burning Desire have drawn critical attention for their minimal, sample-driven sound and emotionally direct lyricism, frequently addressing themes of grief, memory and personal change. That approach has helped cultivate a dedicated fanbase while placing MIKE. within a broader wave of independent artists reshaping the boundaries of contemporary rap.

The Upside Down Tour has seen the artist perform across North America and Europe, with the Australian leg forming part of its third installment. The choice of mid-sized venues for the upcoming shows reflects the scale of his touring approach, which has largely centered on intimate live settings.

While details around his retirement timeline remain limited, the framing of the tour suggests these dates could mark his final performances in Australia. MIKE. has not extensively toured the region in recent years, making the September run a rare opportunity for local audiences to see him live.

For complete tour and ticket information, visit: livenation.com.au or livenation.co.nz.

mike. Australia and New Zealand Tour Dates

Sept. 3 — Auckland, The Tuning Fork
Sept. 5 — Sydney, Oxford Art Factory
Sept. 12 — Melbourne, Max Watts
Sept. 18 — Brisbane, The Triffid

“I Feel So Free,” the new single from Madonna, tops this week’s fan-voted new music poll.

Listeners voted in a poll published Friday (April 18) on Billboard, choosing the iconic pop star’s latest single as their favorite new release this week.

“I Feel So Free” rose to the top of the poll during a week full of fresh pop arrivals, with new tunes from Olivia Rodrigo, Tyla feat. Zara Larsson, Lana Del Rey, sombr and more. At the poll’s closing time on Sunday, Madonna led the pack with 40% of the vote.

“I Feel So Free” debuted on iHeartRadio’s Pride station on Friday, and it arrived on streaming services — and with an official visualizer, seen above — following Madonna’s surprise appearance during Sabrina Carpenter’s Coachella set later that night. (Madonna and Sabrina sang two classics, “Vogue” and “Like a Prayer,” together at the festival in Indio, Calif.)

The track celebrates the comfort found in going out dancing: “It’s really hard for me to trust people/ Can you blame me?/ I never know what people like me/ That’s why I like to go dancing/ Safety in numbers/ That’s why I like to go dancing/ Safety in numbers,” Madonna sings in the chorus.

It’s the first single off of Madonna’s upcoming Confessions II album, the sequel to 2005’s Confessions on a Dance Floor. Confessions II is slated for a July 3 release via Warner Records.

Among the new releases trailing behind “I Feel So Free” are Olivia Rodrigo’s “Drop Dead,” with 31% of the vote, and Tyla feat. Zara Larsson’s “She Did It Again,” with nearly 16% of the vote. Lana Del Rey’s “First Light” and sombr’s “Potential” rounded out the top 5 picks.

See the final results of this week’s poll below.

Emily Saliers, one-half of the Indigo Girls (alongside Amy Ray), says she’s facing two incurable medical conditions that will affect her vocal performance on the duo’s upcoming tour.

Saliers shared she’s “had this diagnosis for a while” in a post published on the band’s Instagram account on Saturday (April 18). She said “the conditions get incrementally worse over time.”

In a video recorded during tour rehearsals in Atlanta, the artist explained she “wanted to be completely forthcoming” about her experience with cervical dystonia (a neurological movement disorder) and essential tremor (a nervous system disorder).

“Many of you have noticed that my voice — maybe all of you have noticed, it’s pretty noticeable — that my voice is not what it once was,” she said in the clip. “So I wanted to share with you that I’ve been diagnosed with two movement disorders. One is called cervical dystonia with torticollis, which basically is in the part of my brain that controls movement … And in other people with this condition, the brain sends signals to tighten muscles. So because of the cervical dystonia, my head twists to the right and is misaligned. It can cause shaking of the head. It’s impossible for me to hold my head centrally without shaking, things like that. So structurally, obviously, that is problematic for this whole throat area.”

Saliers continued, “But the other diagnosis, which is harder in fact for me, is an essential tremor. And the essential tremor causes involuntary shakes or movement, and it affects all the parts of my singing apparatus, the larynx, the pharyngeal muscles, my jaw and my diaphragm from which I get all the air for singing. So I’m unable to make the connections muscularly and structurally because of the essential tremor. What else the essential tremor does is give me this — I am gonna call it horrible, because it’s horrible to me — vibrato that I never used to have. I am completely physically unable to hold a straight tone the way I used to.”

“What you, our community, have come to, I think, appreciate and love about some of our harmonies is the way we can hold long straight tones together. So I want to give you a heads up about that, in full transparency,” she said.

The Indigo Girls — whose Swamp Ophelia and Shaming of the Sun albums were top 10 hits on the Billboard 200 in the mid-’90s, who’ve had five albums reach the top 5 on the Americana/Folk Albums chart, and who are Grammy winners, having received the best contemporary folk recording award in 1990 for their self-titled Indigo Girls set — are launching a U.S. tour this week. They kick things off in Athens, Ohio, on Friday (April 24). Dates are scheduled through mid-December.

Saliers detailed her treatment plan, which consists of therapeutic massage, physical therapy, chiropractic care, acupuncture, and Botox shots in her neck and shoulders — all of which can mitigate symptoms. She says she’s also working with a vocal coach with expertise in helping singers who are diagnosed with movement disorders.

“Unfortunately there’s no cure for these, so the honest fact is that my voice will not be what it was,” she said of her diagnoses. “That’s really hard for me. Amy’s been super supportive, and we want you to know that as we get ready for these shows, we are doing everything we can to make the songs sound as good as they can possibly sound or ever sound, which includes all the modern digital tools that front-of-house engineers use to help singers sound better.”

Later in the video, Saliers shared, “I hate that I’m only 62 and it’s happened to me, but we are both aging. People age. We are trying to look at this organically as a process of our own aging.”

Saliers received support from bandmate Ray in the video, as well as many industry peers and fans online.

“You are the definition of authenticity, courage and grace,” Chely Wright, echoing the sentiment of many, said in a comment.

Lifelong fan Brandi Carlile — who covered the Indigo Girls’ “Cannonball” on her 2017 Cover Stories album — shared the duo’s video update on her own Instagram account and wrote, “This is why these two have been my heroes and the only reason I ever picked up a guitar. Being an @indigogirls fan is a life-long privilege. Indigo Girls fans already have an evolved perspective on aging and a deeper understanding of how badass vulnerability really is. This is because of the music they have given us. Wisdom breeds wisdom. To say we have Emily’s back is the understatement of the century. If you love to sing, Emily, sing. We will be there singing with you. We are the luckiest fans in the world – we know our verses, and we know the words to every song. Let’s sing them back at the Indigo Girls louder than ever.”

Eddie Murphy took a moment to look out at the star-studded room at the American Film Institute ceremony — at his family, his peers, the people who have shared his journey — and let it all sink in.

“Seeing all of my family, all my kids, my beautiful wife, and seeing all the different people I worked with, I’m just really filled up,” said Murphy, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Saturday night (April 18). “This is a special moment. I wish y’all could feel what I’m feeling, see what I’m seeing. I almost teared up. I’m going to get backstage and cry.”

Just before accepting the award, Murphy was met with a standing ovation, stepping onstage and moving through the ballroom as the applause followed. Along the way, he passed Spike Lee, Martin Lawrence, Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, Arsenio Hall and Judge Reinhold.

The tribute, which also featured appearances from Bill Burr, Kevin Hart, Eva Longoria, Da’Vine Joy Randolph and Kenan Thompson, will premiere as a special on Netflix on May 31.

Murphy, 65, has moved from a teenage stand-up sensation to a breakout force on Saturday Night Live to a box office mainstay with films like Beverly Hills Cop, Coming to America, The Nutty Professor and the Shrek franchise.

Large images from those defining moments filled the venue stage, tracing a career that has crossed stand-up, television and film.

“Eddie made us laugh and made our nation feel better,” said Lee, who presented the award to Murphy. “I took a camera and told stories on how our nation could be better. … We both pushed culture forward. … Every step of this journey, Eddie has been true to himself.”

Comedians pointed to Murphy’s influence across generations.

“There is no us without you,” Rock said.

Lawrence, who starred in the film Life with Murphy, shared a personal moment from early in his career, recalling how Murphy once declined his request for a photo. But now, that shouldn’t be a problem since their children married each other in 2025.

“Now I can get all the pictures I want,” Lawrence said with a smile. “Because we’re in-laws.”

Arsenio Hall, Murphy’s longtime collaborator on Coming to America, spoke about Murphy advocating for him in the film and highlighted the depth of his talent.

“When Eddie does a family film, he plays a whole damn family,” Hall said.

Chappelle reflected on studying Murphy’s stand-up as a teenager watching Raw. He described Murphy as one of the defining figures in the industry and shared a recent visit to his home, where seeing Murphy’s grandchildren playing offered a deeper perspective on his life.

“I would watch him every day after school like I was taking a class,” said Chappelle, who also spoke on an interview where he considered revisiting Chappelle’s Show, a project he once stepped away from, calling it one of the most meaningful experiences of his career.

Chappelle said Murphy encouraged him to revisit the idea, and even joked about joining the project if it comes to fruition.

“You are still the hero I want to be,” he said.

Stevie Wonder described Murphy’s impact as something that extends beyond comedy. He showed his deep admiration for the comedian-actor.

“Laughter can make life livable,” Wonder said. “Eddie is more than a comedian … he is a universal reminder.”

Mike Myers, who co-starred in the Shrek films with Murphy, credited him with helping define one of animation’s most beloved characters, calling his character portrayal of Donkey a “masterpiece.”

Jennifer Hudson delivered a musical tribute with performances from Dreamgirls, backed by a house band led by Rickey Minor.

The gala, which raised more than $2.5 million to support AFI’s nonprofit education programs, also included the presentation of the Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal to cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw, who spoke about finding her voice through the institute.

Murphy’s career has spanned nearly 50 years, from stand-up stages to blockbuster films, with a versatility that has kept him relevant across generations. In 2023, he received the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the Golden Globes and has spoken about embracing a deeper appreciation for his journey.

“Thank you for giving me this night that I will remember forever and ever and ever,” Murphy said. “I love you.”

Eddie Murphy took a moment to look out at the star-studded room at the American Film Institute ceremony — at his family, his peers, the people who have shared his journey — and let it all sink in.

“Seeing all of my family, all my kids, my beautiful wife, and seeing all the different people I worked with, I’m just really filled up,” said Murphy, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Saturday night (April 18). “This is a special moment. I wish y’all could feel what I’m feeling, see what I’m seeing. I almost teared up. I’m going to get backstage and cry.”

Just before accepting the award, Murphy was met with a standing ovation, stepping onstage and moving through the ballroom as the applause followed. Along the way, he passed Spike Lee, Martin Lawrence, Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, Arsenio Hall and Judge Reinhold.

The tribute, which also featured appearances from Bill Burr, Kevin Hart, Eva Longoria, Da’Vine Joy Randolph and Kenan Thompson, will premiere as a special on Netflix on May 31.

Murphy, 65, has moved from a teenage stand-up sensation to a breakout force on Saturday Night Live to a box office mainstay with films like Beverly Hills Cop, Coming to America, The Nutty Professor and the Shrek franchise.

Large images from those defining moments filled the venue stage, tracing a career that has crossed stand-up, television and film.

“Eddie made us laugh and made our nation feel better,” said Lee, who presented the award to Murphy. “I took a camera and told stories on how our nation could be better. … We both pushed culture forward. … Every step of this journey, Eddie has been true to himself.”

Comedians pointed to Murphy’s influence across generations.

“There is no us without you,” Rock said.

Lawrence, who starred in the film Life with Murphy, shared a personal moment from early in his career, recalling how Murphy once declined his request for a photo. But now, that shouldn’t be a problem since their children married each other in 2025.

“Now I can get all the pictures I want,” Lawrence said with a smile. “Because we’re in-laws.”

Arsenio Hall, Murphy’s longtime collaborator on Coming to America, spoke about Murphy advocating for him in the film and highlighted the depth of his talent.

“When Eddie does a family film, he plays a whole damn family,” Hall said.

Chappelle reflected on studying Murphy’s stand-up as a teenager watching Raw. He described Murphy as one of the defining figures in the industry and shared a recent visit to his home, where seeing Murphy’s grandchildren playing offered a deeper perspective on his life.

“I would watch him every day after school like I was taking a class,” said Chappelle, who also spoke on an interview where he considered revisiting Chappelle’s Show, a project he once stepped away from, calling it one of the most meaningful experiences of his career.

Chappelle said Murphy encouraged him to revisit the idea, and even joked about joining the project if it comes to fruition.

“You are still the hero I want to be,” he said.

Stevie Wonder described Murphy’s impact as something that extends beyond comedy. He showed his deep admiration for the comedian-actor.

“Laughter can make life livable,” Wonder said. “Eddie is more than a comedian … he is a universal reminder.”

Mike Myers, who co-starred in the Shrek films with Murphy, credited him with helping define one of animation’s most beloved characters, calling his character portrayal of Donkey a “masterpiece.”

Jennifer Hudson delivered a musical tribute with performances from Dreamgirls, backed by a house band led by Rickey Minor.

The gala, which raised more than $2.5 million to support AFI’s nonprofit education programs, also included the presentation of the Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal to cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw, who spoke about finding her voice through the institute.

Murphy’s career has spanned nearly 50 years, from stand-up stages to blockbuster films, with a versatility that has kept him relevant across generations. In 2023, he received the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the Golden Globes and has spoken about embracing a deeper appreciation for his journey.

“Thank you for giving me this night that I will remember forever and ever and ever,” Murphy said. “I love you.”