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Bad Bunny is continues his streak as the artist with the most videos in YouTube’s Billion Views Club with the Tex-Mex “Un x100to” with Grupo Frontera becoming his 17th entry. He’s followed closely by J Balvin, who has 15 videos that have reached the milestone. In 2022, the Puerto Rican artist closed out his year by adding three titles to his list of videos with more than one billion views on the streaming platform: “Dákiti” with Jhay Cortez, which surpassed the 10-digit mark in January; “Amorfoda,” which achieved it on Sept. 8; and “Callaíta” with Tainy, which reached the milestone in the last days of December. Since then, more music videos — in which Bunny serves as the lead, featured artist or collaborator — also skyrocketed into the Billion Views Club: “Soy Peor,” the 2016 trap anthem that ultimately put him on the map; the sensual “Diles,” also from 2016, which features Ozuna, Farruko, Arcángel and Ñengo Flow; “Ahora Me Llama,” his first collaborative effort with Karol G in 2017; and also his first collab with J Balvin, the 2017 “Si Tu Novio Te Deja Sola.” Prior to the newly-added “Un x100to” in Sept. 2025, the Puerto Rican star had garnered one billion views with videos for “Te Boté (Remix),” “Mayores,” “No Me Conoce (Remix),” “I Like It,” “Mía” and “Tú No Vive Así.” The other visuals close to reaching the milestone are “Yonaguni,” “Tití Me Preguntó,” “Sensualidad” with Prince Royce, J Balvin, DJ Luian and Mambo Kingz, and the Arcángel-assisted “Me Acostumbré,” all of which have over 900 million views as of press time. The artist born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio has catapulted to global success with albums YHLQMDLG, Las Que No Iban a Salir, El Último Tour del Mundo, Un Verano Sin Ti, Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana and, most recently, Debí Tirar Más Fotos. The latter four debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, making him the only artist to top the tally with a Spanish-language album — not once, but four times. Below, see all of Bad Bunny’s videos to enter the YouTube Billion Views Club: “Te Bote (Remix)” Image Credit: Courtesy Photo Bad Bunny joined the star-studded reggaeton lineup of “Te Bote (Remix)” alongside newcomers Casper, Nio García, Darell, Ozuna and pioneer Nicky Jam. The music video, featuring all six artists, was published on April 11, 2018, and has garnered more than 2.2 billion views at the time of publishing.  “Mayores” Image Credit: Courtesy Photo Five summers ago, Becky G and Bad Bunny teamed up for the flirtatious “Mayores” track, narrating the story of a girl who likes older men. The music video, officially published on July 14, 2017, has garnered more than 2.1 billion video views at the time of publishing and is currently Becky G’s most-watched music clip. “No Me Conoce (Remix)” Image Credit: Courtesy Photo In 2019, Bad Bunny and J Balvin released an entire collaborative album called Oasis. That  same year, they teamed up with various artists including Jhayco on his “No Me Conoce (Remix).” The bromance was so real that this music video garnered more than 1.9 billion views since it was published on May 17, 2019. “I Like It” Image Credit: MediaPunch/REX/Shutterstock The music video for Cardi B’s “I Like It,” alongside Bad Bunny and J Balvin, was published on May 29, 2018, and currently has nearly 1.5 billion views at the time of publishing. The track reworks the classic “I Like It Like That,” originally performed by Pete Rodriguez in 1967 and taken to No. 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1997 (titled “I Like It”) by The Blackout Allstars. “Tu No Vive Asi” Image Credit: Courtesy Photo In 2016, Latin hitmakers DJ Luian and Mambo Kingz reeled in Puerto Rican star Arcangel and a then-rising artist Bad Bunny for “Tu No Vives.” The track, which sends a message to the haters and people who are fake, further propelled the growing Latin trap movement. The video currently has more than 1.4 billion views (at the time of publishing).   “Mia” Image Credit: Courtesy Photo Published on Oct. 11, 2018, Bad Bunny and Drake’s block party music video currently has over 1.3 billion views (at the time of publishing). Two months later, the track hit No. 1 on the Billboard Latin Airplay, Latin Pop Songs, and Latin Rhythm Airplay Charts.     “Dákiti” Image Credit: Courtesy Photo With over 1.2 billion views, the official music video for “Dákiti,” which shows the two artists performing the song in a beach setting, premiered on Oct. 20, 2020. On the Billboard charts, the track, part of Bunny’s chart-topping album El Ultimo Tour del Mundo, hit No. 1 on Jan. 2, 2021, and spent 27 consecutive weeks at the top.   “Amorfoda” Image Credit: Courtesy Photo Released just one day after Valentine’s Day in February of 2018, “AMORFODA” marked a significant departure from Bad Bunny’s usual trap-infused musical style, with the two-time Grammy winner opting instead for minimalistic piano. Four years later, the music video surpassed the one billion views mark. “Callaíta” Image Credit: Courtesy Photo Released in 2019, “Callaíta” helped set the tone for Un Verano Sin Ti with its summery beach vibe. The music video to the Bunny and Tainy song shows a shy girl who lowkey loves the party life. “Diles” Image Credit: Getty Images; Design by Jessica Xie Bad Bunny joined forces with Ozuna, Farruko, Arcángel, and Ñengo Flow on the sultry trap song “Diles.” An official music video was never released but its lyric video, published to YouTube on Aug. 25, 2016, has amassed over one billion views, further proving it’s a timeless bop. “Soy Peor” Image Credit: Courtesy Photo “Soy Peor,” which translates to “I’m worst,” peaked at No. 19 on Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart and served as one of Bunny’s first breakout hits. In the NSFW video, Bunny is seen hiding a body in the trunk of his car and then hanging out with some girls at the club. “Ahora Me Llama” Image

Beef isn’t on the menu for DJ Khaled. The We The Best mogul joined Joe & Jada for an episode on Thursday (Sept. 11), where he explained why he didn’t step in when Drake was feuding with Future and Rick Ross last year. Explore See latest videos, charts and news “I love Drake, I love [Rick] Ross, I love Future,” Khaled responded to Fat Joe’s questioning. “What it feel like I didn’t get in that energy. There’s two energies I’m not gonna get in: hate.” Joe followed up: “How do you deal with hate, brother?” Khaled fired back as if it was a rhetorical question: “I don’t.” Khaled continued: “And then when you speak about all those great legends you just talked about… Those are my brothers. You can’t question my friendship. How? Ain’t nobody like DJ motherf—ing Khaled. Joe, you know that.” DJ Khaled chalked much of the feuding up to a “misunderstanding” and a lack of communication, but he ultimately would “love” to be the common thread between the parties and squash the beef. “A lot of this sh– is a misunderstanding and a lot of not [communicating]. And that’s what it be about. When it comes down to DJ Khaled, I’m gonna be the one that tries to fix it,” he added. “I love my brothers and my brothers know that. I would love to squash it.” Khaled has an extensive collaborative history with Drake, Future and Rick Ross, and it remains to be seen if any of the trio will make an appearance on his Aalam of God album. Back in February, Drake seemed to play dumb when Khaled revealed he had a pair of Drizzy tracks slated to land on his album. “Must be Drake Bell,” the 6 God wrote on social media. Khaled has kicked off his Aalam of God rollout with a pair of singles. The first being “Brother” featuring a clash from Post Malone and NBA Young Boy, and a dance hall-tinged track titled “You Remind Me,” which features a line-up of Bounty Killer, Buju Banton, Kaylan Arnold, Mavado, Rorystonelove and Vybz Kartel. Watch the full clip below. Source link

Kane Brown took to social media last night, opening up about his feelings following both the killing of Kirk and a school shooting that took place that same day in Colorado. In a series of posts on his Instagram page and Stories, Brown first posted a photo of a news report about the school shooting that took place at a high school in Colorado, accompanied by a broken heart emoji. Brown then posted a photo of Kirk and his family, also accompanied by a broken heart emoji. Brown also posted a longer video, offering up a plea, saying, “I’m gettin’ mad, man, ’cause I don’t know what to say. I’m very uneducated on this stuff. At the end of the day, all I want is everybody to love each other. That’s really all I want. Left side, right side, Black, white, different languages speaking, different country living, just love each other. If you see somebody down, please pick them up. I’ve been crying [for] two hours. This is the first video, now I’m just gettin’ mad, because somethin’s telling me that I have to post this video. I don’t talk about this s–t. I don’t do politics. That’s not for me. I just want y’all to love each other. It’s really not that hard. I get it, some people can say some pretty messed up stuff, especially with the internet these days… just love each other. Help each other out.” Subsequently, Brown was attacked by commenters on both political sides for his comments. The singer-songwriter posted a video on his Instagram Stories soon after, saying, “Guys, I apologize if I offended anybody. This is really not me picking sides. This is just a ‘f–ked-up world’ post, to be honest. We all need to do better. There was a school shooting, there’s been thousands of school shootings. I want to pray to those families as well. I want to pray to Charlie’s family. I want to pray to anybody out there who’s had a family member’s life taken by someone who wanted to hurt them, or them being in the wrong place at the wrong time. I don’t understand why it has to happen. I don’t understand why war has to happen. That’s all this post is, that we just live in a f–ked-up world.” On that Instagram Stories series, he also noted, “I need y’all to see these are from both sides. We are the problem.” He also shared messages from some of the commenters on both sides, including one who asked, “Why didn’t you post about the Democratic representatives being murdered?!!!!,” presumably referring to the killings of Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman as well as her husband Mark Hortman in June. Brown posted in another Instagram Stories message, “I don’t see why y’all look at each other in such a hateful way.” He also responded to another commenter who accused him of “offending your ancestors” as a biracial man. Brown responded by saying he’s been called racial slurs his whole life. “I don’t want those people dead,” Brown said. He also added a broken heart emoji and noted, “My last post for a while be safe guys and love one another.” Source link

Redacción Panamericana Dayron Martin habló sobre el vínculo que tuvo con Pamela López y respondió a las declaraciones de Anelhí Arias Barahona. Después de que Anelhí Arias Barahona revelara un supuesto romance entre Pamela López y Dayron Martin, el propio artista decidió pronunciarse. En entrevista con el programa Chimi Churri del canal de YouTube Trivu, el cantante cubano admitió que sí existió un vínculo con la aún esposa de Christian Cueva. “Ella la pasaba bien y yo también”, declaró sin rodeos, confirmando así los rumores que venían circulando en torno a su relación con Pamela López. Dayron Martin revela que no quiere colgarse de Pamela López El cantante aseguró que,“Cuando yo he sido muy conocido en este país, ella era una desconocida. ¿Entonces colgarme de quién?”, señaló tajante. El músico recordó que conoció a Pamela López cuando formaba parte de la orquesta trujillana Los Villacorta y que, en ese tiempo, atravesaba una complicada etapa personal. Te puede interesar Maju parcha y manda indirectas a Gustavo Salcedo: “Hace 2 años no hice ningún señalamiento” Confirma encuentros con Pamela López Durante la entrevista, Dayron Martin no negó la relación que sostuvo con la expareja de Christian Cueva. “Fueron encuentros casuales donde ella la pasaba muy bien y yo también en su momento, donde había una crisis muy fuerte de parte mía y solamente eso”, expresó, dejando entrever que se trató de un romance pasajero. Sus declaraciones llegan tras la polémica generada por Anelhí Arias, quien destapó esta historia y puso en el ojo público tanto a Pamela López como al cantante cubano. El testimonio de Dayron Martin suma un nuevo capítulo a la vida mediática de Pamela López. Mientras tanto, el cubano dejó claro que ya no tiene interés en reavivar viejas polémicas, aunque sus declaraciones han vuelto a encender el debate en el mundo del espectáculo. @chimichurrioficial ¡FUERTES DECLARACIONES! ¿Pamela López le fue infiel a Christian Cueva con Dayron Martin? #fyp #farandulaperuana #pamelalopez #christiancueva #chimichurri @Christian Bayro Mundo Misterio @Faranduleando con Fer 📺🎤 @pashi_oficial9 @NORKA ASCUE 💖🇨🇴🇵🇪🧿 @Dj.TexBeat @La Vitteri ❤️‍🔥 @Dayron Martin ( EL WHITE ) ♬ sonido original – Chimi Churri Source link

Jay-Z’s Roc Nation, alongside partners SL Green and Caesars, is making its latest pitch to open a casino in New York City’s Times Square. Hov hopes to bring a multi-billion-dollar casino to the heart of Broadway by obtaining one of the three available casino licenses for the downstate area. Ahead of a second hearing with the Community Advisory Committee on Thursday (Sept. 11), the Roc Nation mogul sat down with City & State New York to detail why his plan for NYC’s first casino should reign supreme. “New York City is the entertainment capital of the world, so the idea of a world-class casino here makes perfect sense,” Jay said. “I’ve always looked at opportunities that can shift culture while uplifting communities, and Caesars Palace Times Square is exactly that.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news He added that the new casino would be “an extension of culture, an extension of the energy and action that makes New York the city it is.” The Roc Nation bid hopes it will stand out among the rest due to its plans to give back to the surrounding NYC community. The company pledged to invest $15 million to the surrounding area if their license is granted in addition to 0.5 percent of the casino’s profits, all part of a $250 million community funding promise. “Our vision is to build a destination that not only attracts visitors but also gives New Yorkers a place they’re proud to enjoy. A casino here doesn’t compete with Times Square – it complements it,” he added in his latest interview. “We’re creating a hub that draws even more people into the neighborhood, generating new energy, new business, and new opportunities for everyone.” Officials for the Times Square casino bid have already begun the community outreach process to align with initiatives from marginalized communities in the area to pour into. “The way we put it in our application is we made our license contingent upon us providing and writing these checks,” Roc Nation CEO Desiree Perez told Billboard. “For example, for the LGBTQ initiative, we’re providing five million dollars to Callen-Lorde. We’re just putting the money in their hands and they’ve agreed with us. We have an agreement with them in writing about what they are going to do with that money.” She continued to explain: “So that’s how we’ve done it with each one of these, and the beauty is, let’s say we get the license tomorrow, the day after we’re paying. We don’t have to build out our casino or be in business in order to pay the money. It would be the quickest money to the ground for the community.” It’s been a slow-moving process, but Jay and company should know if they’ll be in an “Empire State of Mind” in the near future when it comes to breaking ground on the first NYC casino. Source link

Naniwa Danshi’s “Asymmetry” debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100, released Sept. 10. The seven-member boy band’s ninth single went on sale Sept. 3 and sold 358,063 CDs in its first week, which is more than its previous No. 1 single, “Doki it” (336,529 copies). The track hits No. 1 for sales, No. 19 for radio airplay, and No. 63 for video views. This is Naniwa Danshi’s fourth No. 1 hit on the Japan Hot 100, following “Ubu Love,” “The Answer,” and “Doki it.” HANA’s “Blue Jeans” rises 3-2, although points have slightly decreased from last week. The breakout septet has two songs in the top 10 this week, with “ROSE” also climbing a notch to No. 8. Explore See latest videos, charts and news At No. 3 is Snow Man’s “Charismax,” which debuted atop the chart last week. Streaming for the popular boy band’s latest hit is up to 115% and video to 120% compared to the week before, placing it at No. 1 for downloads and video, No. 8 for streaming, and No. 26 for radio. ILLIT’s Japan debut single “Toki yo Tomare” bows at No. 4, launching with 54,187 copies to hit No. 2 for sales. The track also comes in at No. 32 for downloads (991 units), and No. 4 for radio. AiNA THE END’s “On the Way” is back in the top 5. Streaming for the track has continued to grow since its chart debut, gaining by 104% week-over-week. THE SUPER FRUIT’s major-label debut single “Manimani” launches at No. 7, selling 53,091 copies to come in at No. 3 for sales, and No. 34 on radio. TREASURE’s “PARADISE” also debuts this week at No. 10, hitting No. 3 for radio, No. 35 for streaming, and No. 11 for video. Outside the top 10 this week, Tatsuro Yamashita hits No. 11 with “Onomatopoeia Island,” his first new single in two years. Fujii Kaze dropped his third studio album Prema on Friday (Sept. 5) and lands four tracks on the Japan Hot 100. The Billboard Japan Hot 100 combines physical and digital sales, audio streams, radio airplay, video views and karaoke data. See the full Billboard Japan Hot 100 chart, tallying the week from Sept. 1 to 7, here. For more on Japanese music and charts, visit Billboard Japan’s English X account. Source link

Launched by BigHit Music as the label’s first new group in six years, CORTIS has been widely seen as the next act to follow in the footsteps of BTS and TOMORROW X TOGETHER. Explore See latest videos, charts and news From their manifesto-like debut track “GO!” to the punchy “What You Want,” their music is marked by free-spirited energy and refreshing visuals. Even before debut, the group caught attention for participating in overseas songwriting camps, setting them apart from the typical rookie path. On Monday (Sept. 8), the group unveiled their first album, COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES, with a commemorative release event. This was CORTIS’ first stand-alone concert under their own name — and also their largest stage to date. The venue, with just under 8,000 seats, carries its own symbolism, as BTS also stood on the same stage roughly a decade ago. Every seat was filled, while fans from 190 countries tuned in via Weverse, HYBE Labels’ official YouTube channel and TikTok. The event was designed to introduce the album in the members’ own words, premiere new performances and create lasting memories with fans. The lights dimmed, and as the first heavy beats dropped, the anticipation for CORTIS’ arrival reached its peak. In a surprising move, the group didn’t appear from the main stage but emerged instead through the ground-floor entrance aisle, immediately catching the audience off guard. The unexpected entrance segued into the first-ever performance of their follow-up track “FaSHioN,” a song choreographed with input from the members themselves. After its powerful, addictive energy contrasted with earlier releases “GO!” and “What You Want,” the members briefly addressed the crowd before launching into “GO!,” the very song that first introduced CORTIS to the world. They then offered behind-the-scenes stories about the making of their debut album and music videos. “We wanted to keep things casual with you, so we decided to go without an MC,” leader Martin explained, displaying the poise and confidence of a seasoned frontman. During the “album brag time,” the members described their project as “complicated yet simple, just like our inner selves,” “an honest album,” and “all about freshness.” CORTIS Courtesy of BIGHIT Music Soon after, the stage transformed into “the hideout,” a set designed to resemble the members’ own studio space. Here, they reminisced with fans by sharing memories attached to five emojis drawn on Post-its, recalling their early days before debut. Inspired by “FaSHioN,” the group launched into a fan event to find the “Best CORTIS Look-Alike.” Juhun and James roamed the second-floor seats while Martin, Gunho, and Sunghyun descended into the first floor, delighting fans with up-close interactions. Fans couldn’t hide their excitement as they exchanged high-fives and hand hearts with the members, amplifying the energy in the venue. Later, after a costume change, CORTIS returned to the stage with a jaw-dropping expansion of their already-acclaimed treadmill performance of “What You Want.” While they had previously performed with 11 treadmills on a music broadcast, this time the number swelled to 31. Even while dancing on the moving machines, the group executed flawless choreography and led the crowd into synchronized waves of cheers. The mood shifted again with the first live stages of album tracks “JoyRide” and “Lullaby.” Where earlier songs had highlighted the group’s intensity, these numbers showcased restraint and emotional depth. “JoyRide” unfolded with the warmth of a carefree drive through Malibu, while “Lullaby”—which Martin singled out for its favorite opening lyric, “Why turn on the A/C when it’s already cold?”—captured the suffocating pressures of adolescence. The music video for “Lullaby” also premiered during the event, just before fans passionately demanded an encore of “FaSHioN.” Donning T-shirts printed with fan notes, the group charged across the stage with even greater abandon than before. As the concert neared its conclusion, emotions ran high. Eldest member James shed tears while expressing gratitude: “Thank you so much to everyone who came today.” Having endured the longest trainee period among the members, his words carried palpable weight. Sunghyun was visibly moved as well, while Martin addressed the crowd with steady conviction: “Thank you sincerely for filling this space today. It’s going to be a long journey, but we hope you’ll stay with us.” The group then delivered “What You Want” in a special handheld mic version. But the night didn’t end there. Fueled by fans’ unrelenting chants, CORTIS surprised everyone with an unscripted double encore, once again performing “FaSHioN.” A final photo session—a hallmark of K-pop shows—closed out the two-hour release party. Even as the curtain fell, the members waved until the last moment, while fans lingered outside the venue, reflecting on the unforgettable experience. CORTIS’ debut has not been without scrutiny. Their first single “GO!” drew attention for its surprisingly polished execution, especially for a group composed entirely of minors. Their self-produced original music video for “What You Want” even sparked speculation over whether it was “too staged.” Yet the release party put such doubts to rest, offering authenticity in abundance. From revealing the decision to use 360-degree cameras in the MV to anecdotes like naming “Lullaby” after catching a member asleep on the studio couch, CORTIS demonstrated how deeply involved they are in every facet of their artistry. Despite being rookies, they commanded the stage without an MC for more than two hours, filling the time with stories, music, and natural charisma. Their flawless execution of demanding choreography, ease in navigating a large venue, and genuine passion for music all underscored that their talent speaks for itself. Their eyes sparkled whenever they talked about music, and Martin’s promise—“We’ll continue to show you stages that you love, as artists who love music just as much”—resonated as proof of their sincerity. The release party was not simply a debut showcase. It was a declaration of intent from a self-proclaimed “young creator crew,” determined to carve out their own path rather than conform to prescribed standards. Instead of conforming to ready-made answers or rigid molds, CORTIS created their debut album ‘COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES’ with

Bert Berns, the late songwriter whose many hits include “Twist and Shout,” “Piece of My Heart,” “Hang on Sloopy” and “I Want Candy,” was inducted posthumously into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in a ceremony held on Wednesday (Sept. 10) at 54 Below cabaret club in New York City. Berns died more than a half-century ago, so while his name may not be familiar to all, his songs are. “Twist and Shout” was a top 20 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 for The Isley Brothers in 1962 and a No. 2 smash for The Beatles in 1964. The Beatles’ recording returned to the top 30 in 1986, when it was featured in the box-office hit Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. “Piece of My Heart” was a No. 62 hit on Hot 100 hit in 1967 for Erma Franklin (Aretha’s elder sister) and a No. 12 smash in 1968 for Big Brother & the Holding Company, with Janis Joplin out front. “Hang on Sloopy” was a No. 1 hit in 1965 for The McCoys. It was also a No. 11 hit that same year for Ramsey Lewis Trio. “I Want Candy” was a No. 11 hit on the Hot 100 in 1965 for The Strangeloves. Other hits that Berns wrote or cowrote include The Exciters’ “Tell Him” (No. 4 on the Hot 100 in 1963), Betty Harris’ “Cry to Me” (No. 23 in 1963) and Wilson Pickett’s “Everybody Needs Somebody to Love” (No. 29 in 1967). In addition, he produced songs he didn’t have a hand in writing, including The Drifters’ “Under the Boardwalk” and Van Morrison’s “Brown Eyed Girl,” both of which made the top 10 on the Hot 100. The event was hosted by musician Paul Shaffer and Berns’ son Brett and daughter Cassandra. Tributes included video messages from SHOF inductees Paul McCartney and Van Morrison. Guests included Steven Van Zandt and SHOF inductee Steve Miller. Also in attendance were industry veterans Joel Selvin, Russ Titelman, Avery Lipman, Kenny Laguna and SHOF Board members Charlie Feldman and Pete Ganbarg, chairman of the SHOF Legacy Committee. The celebration of Berns’ legacy included live performances by Cassandra Berns, singer Betty Harris, Tony-nominated actress Mary Bridget Davies (A Night With Janis Joplin) and Broadway stars from the musical Piece of My Heart: The Bert Berns Story. Highlights included a performance of “Cry to Me” by Harris, an artist signed to Berns’ Jubilee record label. The night concluded with Fenkart leading the audience in a finale of “Twist and Shout.” The annual SHOF gala in June does not normally include posthumous inductions – the SHOF prefers that event to have a celebratory mood. But the organization has started hosting special posthumous inductions at unique venues and events. In April 2024, it awarded Cindy Walker, whose many hits included the cross-genre classic “You Don’t Know Me,” in a special event at historic Columbia Studio A in Nashville. Walker died in 2006 at age 87. “The ceremony at Columbia Studio A was warm, intimate, and respectful,” SHOF board member Fletcher Foster said in a statement at the time of the ceremony for Walker. “SHOF president and CEO Linda Moran says this now sets the stage for future posthumous inductions.” Deceased writers to be considered for posthumous induction were included in a special segment of the 2025 SHOF ballot. In 1963, Berns’ work with Solomon Burke caught the attention of Atlantic Records’ chiefs Ahmet Ertegun and Jerry Wexler, and he joined the label as a producer, replacing Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. He flourished under the encouragement of Wexler. In 1965, he started his own rock n’ roll label, BANG Records, whose roster included the likes of Neil Diamond, Van Morrison and The McCoys. The following year, he established R&B and soul music label Shout Records. Berns, who had a history of cardiac trouble, died in his New York apartment of heart failure in December 1967 at age 38. Source link

After more than 15 years, Spinal Tap has reunited to play one more gig and director Marty DiBergi (Rob Reiner), who captured the band in all its fading glory for 1984’s This Is Spinal Tap, has once again chronicled the reunion and the intervening years in Spinal Tap II: The End Continues. The mockumentary opens in theaters nationwide on Friday (Sept. 12). Explore See latest videos, charts and news Prior to the film’s opening, Billboard interviewed the British band’s Nigel Tufnel (Christopher Guest) and David St. Hubbins (Michael McKean) — bass player Derek Smalls (Harry Shearer) was unavailable — in Los Angeles about the long-awaited reunion, as well as working with Sir Paul McCartney. Suffice to say St. Hubbins is not a fan, but concedes that the former Beatle is, at best, a “decent songwriter.” The pair also share their memories of the late Ozzy Osbourne and what they thought of the original film. “It felt like it was just yesterday,” Tufnel says of the reunion, “because you look and everyone’s in the same place.” “Looking the same. More tattoos,” St. Hubbins interjects. “Except old. You think, ‘That’s weird. There’s an old man singing and you go, ‘Oh, that’s me!’” The duo, who claimed to have not seen the new movie, also took exception with the original film, feeling DiBergi had portrayed them at their worst, including the legendary footage of them getting lost on their way to the stage. “We felt ridiculed, and it wasn’t a good feeling,” St. Hubbins says. “Us being lost. Everyone gets lost every once in a while,” added Tufnel, before St. Hubbins jumped back in: “It’s only happened to us 10 or 12 times.” Watch the video above to see their reaction to being denied induction to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, as well as their thoughts on Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood’s cover of “Big Bottom” that went viral and helped spur the reunion. Get weekly rundowns straight to your inbox Sign Up Source link

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