na Jefferson
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This Template Will Make Asking For An Extension Stress-Free
Wondering how to ask for an extension on an assignment last-minute? Here’s everything you need to know, including an example email template and what is a good excuse. → Read More
Why are we still vilifying women for their drug use?
Revered for her evocative lyricism and emotive, bluesy husk, British singer-songwriter Amy Winehouse’s musical gifts cemented her place among the early-2000s artistic elite. In 2008, she won five Grammy Awards—then a record for most wins by a female… → Read More
Questlove Is Eager to 'Be the Bridge' Between Film & Hip-Hop as Oscars Music Director
Questlove, who will serve as musical director for the 93rd annual Academy Awards, which airs Sunday on ABC, has had his eye on that job for nearly a decade. → Read More
2021 ACM Awards Demonstrate What an Inclusive Future In Country Music Could Look Like
The 2021 ACM Awards demonstrated The Academy of Country Music's efforts in leading the country music community in a more racially tolerant and inclusive direction. → Read More
How Britney Spears' 'I'm A Slave 4 U' Shifted Her Career and Pop’s Direction
While her previous musical endeavors and performances showcased her abilities as a rising phenom, it was “I’m A Slave 4 U” — thanks largely to its video and VMA moment — that spotlighted her swan dive into palpable sexual power, uncanny self-confidence, and artistic control. Simply put: she was a grown ass woman now. As the album’s title would suggest, her third project was a reintroduction of… → Read More
Latin Music Week: Guaynaa Performs Stellar Medley of Hits During Final Night of Event
Guaynaa closed out Billboard’s 2020 Latin Music Week bringing down the house with renditions of his songs “Mera,” “Rompe Rodillas,” and “Chicharrón.” → Read More
How to Ask for an Extension on an Assignment
Sometimes life gets pretty stressful with assignments on top of other priorities, especially with the current state of world affairs. Pulling an all-nighter isn’t healthy, so instead of trying to get things done all at once, maybe it’s best to ask for an extension on an assignment. Extensions can be beneficial and at times necessary for collegiettes to perform their absolute best, so here are a… → Read More
With Big Name Production Credits Under Her Cape, Wondagurl Is Here to Help the Music World
Billboard catches up with Wondagurl, who talks about her rise to fame and how she landed six songs on Don Toliver's debut album, Heaven or Hell. → Read More
White Town's Jyoti Mishra on Dua Lipa Lifting 'Your Woman' Hook For 'Love Again': 'There's Magic in Old Samples'
“I think there's magic in old samples," Jyoti Mishra of White Town says of Dua Lipa borrowing the hook from his 1997 smash "Your Woman." "Even though ‘Love Again’ is a brand new song, it's got this level of nostalgia in it.” → Read More
All-Black Everything: Designer LaQuan Smith Dazzles With Fall/Winter 2020 NYFW Show
LaQuan Smith, designer to the stars, celebrated the 10th anniversary of his NYFW debut this year with a fashion show that was as relatable and as unapologetic as he prides himself on being. → Read More
Who Are the Way-Too-Early Contenders For the 2021 Grammys? Post Malone, Billie Eilish and Potential First-Timers
With not even a full month of the calendar year gone, you may be thinking a piece predicting potential 2021 Grammy nominees is a bit too presumptuous of us -- but hear us out. → Read More
10 Things We're Looking Forward To at the 2020 Grammys
Here are the performances, history-making wins and conversations we’re eager to see potentially manifest at this year's ceremonies. → Read More
Doll Domination: Carmit Bachar on Pussycat Dolls Reunion Tour & Solo Self-Expression
Ahead of the Pussycat Dolls' Unfinished Business tour, member Carmit Bachar speaks to Billboard about the girl group's reunion and her upcoming solo releases. → Read More
The Enduring Business of Boy Band Nostalgia Tours
With live ticket sales reportedly on track to reach $25 billion by 2023, now more than ever is the opportune time for legacy acts to get a piece of the pie. → Read More
5 Things We Want From The Weeknd's Upcoming Album
What lies ahead for the Weeknd? Below are five things we’re hoping to see from his highly anticipated next project. → Read More
Despite Ruling The Year, Female Rappers Are Largely Shut Out From 2020 Grammys
Regardless of their major milestones this year, female rappers were entirely shut out of nominations for the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards, → Read More
Boss'd Up: 10 R&B/Hip-Hop Artists Making Bank Outside of Music
Thanks to their side hustles, these 10 R&B/hip-hop artists are making bank even when they’re not making music. → Read More
Original 'Chicken Noodle Soup' Viral Star Bianca Bonnie on '00s Harlem Hit & Its K-Pop Remake: 'Now It's a Worldwide Thing'
When Bianca Bonnie teamed up with DJ Webstar as a 14-year-old high schooler in 2006 to create the viral hit “Chicken Noodle Soup,” she had no way of knowing that it would stretch further than the confines of the Big Apple. → Read More
Come As You Are: PJ Morton On New Album, Individuality And Journey Towards Nirvana
Morton is the keyboardist for Maroon 5, but has found solo success outside of the group. His album PAUL features nods to Motown and comes with standout guests. → Read More
Meet Shenseea, The Boss Of All Trades On 'Boss Talk' Podcast
The Jamaica-bred singer, rapper, dancer and deejay has gained notoriety thanks to an infectious implementation of reggae, soca, dancehall and hip-hop. → Read More