While the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots went head-to-head for the Lombardi Trophy on the field at Levi’s Stadium, a quieter but equally intense showdown played out in the luxury suites, sidelines, and VIP sections.

Super Bowl LX, held on Sunday, February 8, 2026, turned Silicon Valley into what felt like the world’s most exclusive red carpet.

From surprise musical moments to A-list power couples, the night delivered star power at every turn.

Who did Bad Bunny perform with at the 2026 Super Bowl?

Fresh off a historic showing at the Grammys, Bad Bunny headlined a high-energy halftime set that proudly celebrated Puerto Rican culture. And he didn’t do it alone.

• Lady Gaga stunned fans by joining the “Tití Me Preguntó” hitmaker for a high-octane duet that instantly had the stadium on its feet.
• Ricky Martin brought pure nostalgia and emotion, bridging generations as he performed “Lo Que Le Pasó a Hawaii” alongside Bad Bunny.
• The surprise crew took the show to another level. Appearances from Cardi B, Karol G, Young Miko, and Jessica Alba turned the 13-minute performance into a mini festival. Actor Pedro Pascal’s unexpected cameo sent social media into meltdown mode.

Offstage, the guest list looked like an awards show nominee sheet. Jay-Z continued his Super Bowl tradition, spotted on the sidelines with his daughters, Blue Ivy and Rumi Carter, who were seen posing for photos in the end zone.

Stars spotted in the stands and luxury suites

The VIP sections were stacked with A-listers:

• Adam Sandler was seen enjoying the game from a private suite.
• Justin and Hailey Bieber, a familiar Super Bowl duo, were spotted together in the stands.
• Travis Scott and Brad Pitt were caught chatting pre-game near the field.
• Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton soaked in the atmosphere from the VIP area.
• Daniel Radcliffe and Rob Lowe added a blend of Hollywood and British charm to the night.

Other celebrity sightings included Cardi B (who also appeared on stage with Bad Bunny), Pedro Pascal, 21 Savage, and Leonardo DiCaprio.

Pre-game moments packed with star power

The celebrity energy started long before kickoff. Chris Pratt represented the Seahawks, while Jon Bon Jovi stood in for the Patriots, delivering spirited team introductions that set the tone for the night.

Musical duties were handled by a lineup of heavy hitters:

• Charlie Puth delivered a soulful rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner.”
• Brandi Carlile performed a stripped-back, emotional version of “America the Beautiful.”
• Coco Jones impressed with “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” wearing an outfit inspired by Whitney Houston.
• Green Day rocked the opening ceremony, celebrating the Super Bowl’s 60th anniversary on home turf in the Bay Area.

Honouring football royalty

As the league marked six decades of Super Bowl history, legendary San Francisco 49ers icons Joe Montana, Steve Young, and Jerry Rice took to the field, reminding fans of the Bay Area’s rich football legacy.

They were joined by other NFL greats, including Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, and Eli Manning, who were present to honour the game’s enduring impact.

From the field to the stands, Super Bowl LX was a perfect blend of sports, music, culture, and celebrity a night that delivered spectacle at every angle.

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The 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards brought glitz, glamour, and electrifying performances to the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, celebrating the biggest stars in the music industry.

Hosted by the legendary LL Cool J, the night was packed with thrilling stage acts from top artists like Bad Bunny, Gracie Abrams, Nelly, Billie Eilish, Muni Long, and Kenny Chesney.

The excitement reached fever pitch as fans eagerly anticipated the announcement of winners across various categories. This year’s edition was particularly special as it honored some of music’s most legendary figures.

Lady Gaga was recognized with the prestigious iHeartRadio Innovator Award for her groundbreaking contributions to the industry. Mariah Carey was celebrated with the iHeartRadio Icon Award, acknowledging her incredible impact and lasting legacy in music. Nelly received the iHeartRadio Landmark Award in recognition of his undeniable influence on hip-hop.

The competition across the major categories was intense, with some of the industry’s biggest names vying for the top honors.

Taylor Swift proved her dominance once again, sweeping several fan-voted categories and reaffirming her status as a global superstar.

 

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Below is a rundown of some of the night’s major winners:

Here’s the full list of nominations for the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, with winners marked.

• GENERAL CATEGORIES

Artist of the Year

    Billie Eilish

    Doja Cat

    Jelly Roll

    Kendrick Lamar

    Morgan Wallen

    Post Malone

    Sabrina Carpenter

    SZA

    WINNER: Taylor Swift

    Teddy Swims

Song of the Year            

    “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”- Shaboozey

    “Agora Hills”- Doja Cat

    WINNER: “Beautiful Things”- Benson Boone

    “Espresso” – Sabrina Carpenter

    “Greedy”- Tate McRae

    “I Had Some Help” – Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen

    “Lose Control” – Teddy Swims

    “Lovin on Me” – Jack Harlow

    “Not Like Us”- Kendrick Lamar

    “Too Sweet” – Hozier

Best Collaboration

    WINNER: “Die With a Smile”- Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars

    “Fortnight”- Taylor Swift featuring Post Malone

    “I Had Some Help”- Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen

    “Like That” – Future, Metro Boomin and Kendrick Lamar

    “Miles on It”- Kane Brown and Marshmello

Producer of the Year

    WINNER: Julian Bunetta

    Jack Antonoff

    Evan Blair

    Mustard

    Dan Nigro

Songwriter of the Year

    Josh Coleman

    ERNEST

    Ashley Gorley

    WINNER: Amy Allen

    Justin Tranter

• GENRE-SPECIFIC CATEGORIES

Pop Song of the Year

    “Agora Hills”- Doja Cat

    “Beautiful Things”- Benson Boone

    WINNER: “Espresso”- Sabrina Carpenter

    “Greedy”- Tate McRae

    “Too Sweet”- Hozier

Pop Artist of the Year

    Billie Eilish

    Chappell Roan

    WINNER: Sabrina Carpenter

    Tate McRae

    Taylor Swift

Best New Artist (Pop)

    Benson Boone

    Chappell Roan

    Gracie Abrams

    Shaboozey

    WINNER: Teddy Swims

Country Song of the Year

    “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”- Shaboozey

    “Cowgirls” – Morgan Wallen featuring ERNEST

    “I Am Not Okay”- Jelly Roll

    WINNER: “I Had Some Help”- Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen

    “World on Fire”- Nate Smith

Country Artist of the Year

    WINNER: Jelly Roll

    Kane Brown

    Lainey Wilson

    Luke Combs

    Morgan Wallen

Best New Artist (Country)

    Ashley Cooke

    Dasha

    George Birge

    WINNER: Shaboozey

    Tucker Wetmore

Hip-Hop Song of the Year

    “Like That”- Future, Metro Boomin and Kendrick Lamar

    “Lovin on Me”- Jack Harlow

    WINNER: “Not Like Us”- Kendrick Lamar

    “Rich Baby Daddy”- Drake featuring Sexyy Red and SZA

    “TGIF” – GloRilla

Hip-Hop Artist of the Year

    Drake

    Future

    WINNER: GloRilla

    Kendrick Lamar

    Travis Scott

Best New Artist (Hip-Hop)

    310babii

    BigXthaPlug

    WINNER: BossMan Dlow

    Cash Cobain

    Jordan Adetunji

R&B Song of the Year

    “ICU” – Coco Jones

    WINNER: “Made for Me”- Muni Long

    “Sensational” – Chris Brown featuring Davido and Lojay

    “Water” – Tyla

    “WY@”- Brent Faiyaz

R&B Artist of the Year

    Chris Brown

    Muni Long

    WINNER: SZA

    Usher

    Victoria Monét

Best New Artist (R&B)

    WINNER: 4Batz

    Ambré

    Inayah

    Josh X

    Maeta

Alternative Song of the Year

    “Dilemma” – Green Day

    “Landmines” – Sum 41

    “Neon Pill”- Cage The Elephant

    “The Emptiness Machine” – Linkin Park

    WINNER: “Too Sweet”- Hozier

Alternative Artist of the Year

    Cage The Elephant

    WINNER: Green Day

    Linkin Park

    Sum 41

    twenty one pilots

Best New Artist (Alt and Rock)

    Djo

    WINNER: Fontaines D.C.

    Good Neighbours

    Myles Smith

    The Last Dinner Party

Rock Song of the Year

    WINNER: “A Symptom of Being Human” – Shinedown

    “All My Life” – Falling In Reverse and Jelly Roll

    “Dark Matter” – Pearl Jam

    “Screaming Suicide” – Metallica

    “The Emptiness Machine” – Linkin Park

Rock Artist of the Year

    Green Day

    Linkin Park

    Metallica

    Pearl Jam

    WINNER: Shinedown

Dance Song of the Year

    WINNER: “360” – Charli xcx

    “Chase It (Mmm Da Da Da)” – Bebe Rexha

    “I Don’t Wanna Wait”- David Guetta and OneRepublic

    “Make You Mine”- Madison Beer

    “Water” – Tyla X Marshmello

Dance Artist of the Year

    Calvin Harris

    WINNER: David Guetta

    Dua Lipa

    Kylie Minogue

    Tiësto

Latin Pop / Urban Song of the Year

    “Brickell” – FEID X Yandel

    “LA FALDA” – Myke Towers

    WINNER: “Perro Negro”- Bad Bunny featuring FEID

    “Qlona” – Karol G featuring Peso Pluma

    “Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido”- Karol G

Latin Pop / Urban Artist of the Year

    Bad Bunny

    WINNER: FEID

    Karol G

    Myke Towers

    Shakira

Best New Artist (Latin Pop / Urban)

    Christian Alicea

    Cris MJ

    Ela Taubert

    FloyyMenor

    WINNER: Kapo

Regional Mexican Song of the Year

    WINNER: “Alch Si” – Grupo Frontera and Carin León

    “El Beneficio De La Duda” – Grupo Firme

    “FIRST LOVE” – Oscar Ortiz and Edgardo Nuñez

    “La Diabla”- Xavi

    “Tu Perfume” – Banda MS de Sergio Lizárraga

Regional Mexican Artist of the Year

    Grupo Frontera

    Intocable

    Los Ángeles Azules

    WINNER: Peso Pluma

    Xavi

Best New Artist (Regional Mexican)

    Chino Pacas

    Iván Cornejo

    Luis R. Conriquez

    Tito Double P

    WINNER: Xavi

K-pop Artist of the Year

    aespa

    WINNER: ATEEZ

    ENHYPEN

    Jimin

    Lisa

K-pop Song of the Year

    “Chk Chk Boom” – Stray Kids

    “Magnetic”- ILLIT

    “Supernova” – aespa

    WINNER: “Who”- Jimin

    “XO (Only If You Say Yes)”- ENHYPEN

Best New Artist (K-pop)

    BABYMONSTER

    BADVILLAIN

    WINNER: ILLIT

    NCT WISH

    TWS

World Artist of the Year

    Burna Boy

    Central Cee

    Tems

    WINNER: Tyla

    YG Marley

• SOCIALLY VOTED CATEGORIES

Favorite Soundtrack

    Back to Black

    Bad Boys: Ride or Die

    Bob Marley: One Love

    Challengers

    Deadpool & Wolverine

    Descendants: The Rise of Red

    Emilia Pérez

    The Book of Clarence

    Twisters

    WINNER: Wicked

Favorite Broadway Debut

    Adam Lambert – Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club

    Ariana Madix – Chicago

    Barbie Ferreira – Cult of Love

    Charli D’Amelio – & Juliet

    Grant Gustin – Water for Elephants

    Kit Connor – Romeo + Juliet

    Lola Tung – Hadestown

    Nicole Scherzinger – Sunset Blvd

    WINNER: Rachel Zegler – Romeo + Juliet

    Robert Downey Jr. – McNeal

    Sebastián Yatra – Chicago

    Shailene Woodley – Cult of Love

Favorite K-pop Dance Challenge

    WINNER: “GGUM”- Yeonjun (TXT)

    “MAESTRO” – Seventeen

    “Magnetic”- ILLIT

    “Smart”- LE SSERAFIM

    “Sticky”- Kiss of Life

    “Supernova” – aespa

    “Touch” – KATSEYE

    “UP”- Karina (aespa)

    “WORK”- ATEEZ

    “XO (Only If You Say Yes)”- ENHYPEN

Favorite Surprise Guest

    Charli xcx bringing out Lorde

    Coldplay bringing out Selena Gomez

    Future & Metro Boomin bringing out Travis Scott

    GloRilla & Megan Thee Stallion bringing out Cardi B

    Jennifer Hudson bringing out Cher

    Kendrick Lamar bringing out Ken & Friends

    Luke Combs bringing out the “Twisters” Cast

    Morgan Wallen bringing out Travis Kelce & Patrick Mahomes

    Niall Horan bringing out Shawn Mendes

    Olivia Rodrigo bringing out Chappell Roan

    Peso Pluma bringing out Becky G

    WINNER: Taylor Swift bringing out Travis Kelce

Favorite Tour Tradition

    Benson Boone- Backflips

    Chappell Roan – Teaching “HOT TO GO” dance

    Charli xcx + Troye Sivan – “Apple” Girl (dance)

    Morgan Wallen – Walk out song

    Niall Horan – Heaven pose

    Nicki Minaj – Fans sing

    Olivia Rodrigo- Encore tank

    Sabrina Carpenter- “Juno” position

    Tate McRae – Soundcheck covers

    Taylor Swift- “22” Hat

    WINNER: Taylor Swift – Surprise songs

    Usher – Feeding cherries

Best Lyrics

    “Beautiful Things” – Benson Boone

    “BIRDS OF A FEATHER” – Billie Eilish

    “Espresso”- Sabrina Carpenter

    “Exes” – Tate McRae

    WINNER: “Fortnight” – Taylor Swift featuring Post Malone

    “Good Luck, Babe!”- Chappell Roan

    “I Had Some Help”- Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen

    “I Love You, I’m Sorry” – Gracie Abrams

    “Not Like Us” – Kendrick Lamar

    “Saturn” – SZA

    “we can’t be friends (wait for your love)” – Ariana Grande

    “Who”- Jimin

Best Music Video

    “APT.” – ROSÉ and Bruno Mars

    “Beautiful Things” – Benson Boone

    “Die With A Smile” – Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars

    “Espresso”- Sabrina Carpenter

    WINNER: “Fortnight”- Taylor Swift featuring Post Malone

    “Houdini” – Dua Lipa

    “Houdini” -Eminem

    “I Had Some Help” – Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen

    “LUNA” – ATL Jacob X FEID

    “Not Like Us” – Kendrick Lamar

    “Please Please Please” – Sabrina Carpenter

    “Rockstar”- Lisa

Favorite Tour Style

    Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft

    Chappell Roan – The Midwest Princess

    Charli xcx and Troye Sivan – Sweat

    GloRilla and Megan Thee Stallion – Hot Girl Summer Tour

    Nicki Minaj – Pink Friday 2 Tour

    Olivia Rodrigo – GUTS

    Sabrina Carpenter – Short n’ Sweet

    Tate McRae – Think Later

    WINNER: Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour

    Usher – Usher: Past Present Future

Favorite Tour Photographer

    Adam Degross – Post Malone

    WINNER: Alfredo Flores – Sabrina Carpenter

    Baeth – Tate McRae

    Christian Tierney – Niall Horan

    David Bergman – Luke Combs

    Henry Hwu – Billie Eilish

    Lucienne Nghiem – Chappell Roan

    Miles Leavitt – Olivia Rodrigo

    Pooneh Ghana – Noah Kahan

    RAYSCORRUPTEDMIND – Travis Scott

    Sanjay Parikh – Shinedown

    Yasi – Kacey Musgraves

Favorite On Screen

    Are You Sure?! (Jimin and Jungkook)

    Child Star (Demi Lovato)

    Elton John: Never Too Late (Elton John)

    Gaga Chromatica Ball (Lady Gaga)

    I Am: Céline Dion (Céline Dion)

    Lainey Wilson: Bell Bottom Country (Lainey Wilson)

    Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words (Megan Thee Stallion)

    Olivia Rodrigo: GUTS World Tour (Olivia Rodrigo)

    Pop Star Academy: KATSEYE (KATSEYE)

    Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band (Bruce Springsteen)

    WINNER: Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour (Taylor’s Version) (Taylor Swift)

    Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story (Bon Jovi)

• ALBUM CATEGORY WINNERS

Album of the Year: Hit Me Hard and Soft, Billie Eilish

Pop Album of the Year: The Tortured Poets Department, Taylor Swift

Alternative Album of the Year: Clancy, twenty one pilots

Rock Album of the Year: From Zero, Linkin Park

Country Album of the Year: F-1 Trillion, Post Malone

Dance Album of the Year: brat, Charli xcx

K-Pop Album of the Year: Ate, Stray Kids

Hip-hop Album of the Year: We Don’t Trust You, Future & Metro Boomin

R&B Album of the Year: Coming Home, Usher

Latin Pop/Urban Album of the Year: Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, Shakira

Regional Mexican Album of the Year: Éxodo, Peso Pluma

• ADDITIONAL WINNERS

Tour of the Century: Taylor Swift, The Eras Tour

Icon Award: Mariah Carey

Innovator Award: Lady Gaga

Label of the Year: Republic Records

Landmark Award: Nelly

Breakthrough Award: Gracie Abrams

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Following the immense success of her debut album “19 & Dangerous,” Ayra Starr returns with a powerful and personal new project, showcasing her artistic evolution and cementing her burgeoning status as a global superstar.

With TYIT21, Ayra Starr delves into the experiences that have shaped her over the past year, coinciding with her 21st birthday. The 15-track album is meticulously crafted, reflecting her growth and artistic maturity. This release comes on the heels of her recent achievement of surpassing 30 million monthly listeners on Spotify, making her one of Africa’s most streamed artists on the platform.

The album features an impressive lineup of guest appearances, blending Nigerian stars like Asake and Seyi Vibez with international talents such as Giveon, Coco Jones, Anitta, Milar, Rauw Alejandro, and Rvssian. These collaborations underscore Ayra Starr’s global reach and her ability to connect with artists from across the world, each adding their unique flavor to the mix.

“The Year I Turned 21” is a celebration of growth and a glimpse into the future of a global superstar. Ayra Starr’s talent shines through every track, and her dedication to her craft is evident in every note. With each accomplishment, Ayra Starr proves she’s a force to be reckoned with, and TYIT21 is a powerful statement that solidifies her position as a leading voice in the African music scene.

This album is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates good music. Ayra Starr has definitely delivered, and it seems that this is just the beginning of her impressive journey.

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Nigerian music sensation Ayra Starr has unveiled the star-studded lineup of artists set to feature on her highly anticipated sophomore album.

In an interview with DJ Buck that surfaced online on Monday, April 29, 2024, the Sabi girl revealed that her second album is now 100% ready, boasting collaborations with a diverse range of talented musicians.

Among the standout names on the album is American singer Giveon, with whom Ayra Starr has crafted an Afro-RnB track poised to make waves worldwide.

Adding to the excitement, Ayra Starr shared details of her collaboration with Nigerian music superstar Asake, teasing a summer jam that promises to be a standout hit.

The album will also feature street pop sensation Seyi Vibez, American singer Coco Jones (known for her Disney channel appearances), vocalist Aniita, and Ayra Starr’s own brother, Milar.

Fans were thrilled by the announcement, eagerly anticipating the release of Ayra Starr’s album and a new single expected to drop next month.

This news comes after Ayra Starr’s successful release of “Commas” in 2024, which emerged as the most-streamed Nigerian song on Spotify this year.

Ayra Starr said her forthcoming album will feature Giveon, Asake, Seyi Vibez and Anitta 🔥🔥

pic.twitter.com/U02ubPxI3I

— BASITO (@itzbasito) April 29, 2024

Ayra Starr’s meteoric rise in the music industry was further evidenced by her attendance at the 66th Grammy Awards, where her hit single “Rush” received a nomination for Best African Music Performance, alongside tracks from industry heavyweights such as Davido, Burna Boy, Asake & Olamide, and South African sensation Tyla.

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Mp3bullet has compiled the full list of artists who clinched their first Grammy awards at the 66th edition of the prestigious event.

The highly anticipated 66th annual Grammy Awards unfolded on February 4, 2024, bringing together the music industry’s biggest names for a night of celebration.

Below is the complete list of winners, marking the artists who secured their first-ever Grammy Awards at the 66th edition:

• Tyla

Tyla made history by winning the golden gramophone for Best African Music Performance, an all-new category at the 2024 Grammys, for her song “Water.” The South African starlet triumphed over contenders such as ASAKE & Olamide (“Amapiano“), Burna Boy (“City Boys “), Davido Featuring Musa Keys (“UNAVAILABLE“), and Ayra Starr (“Rush“).

Tyla’s victory holds special significance as she becomes the inaugural winner of the Best African Music Performance category, created by the Academy to honor outstanding music from the continent, as explained by Academy President Harvey Mason Jr.

• Coco Jones

Coco Jones has etched her name in history by clinching the golden gramophone for Best R&B Performance with her track ‘ICU’. Overflowing with gratitude, Coco celebrates her maiden Grammy win.

On Sunday night (Feb. 4), the songstress achieved a remarkable feat, securing the Grammy for Best R&B Performance with “ICU.” This victory marks a significant milestone for Jones, whose career began on the Disney Channel. Following her win, she caught up with Bet.com to reflect on the significance of this moment in her journey.

• Victoria Monet

Victoria Monét achieved a remarkable milestone by clinching the title of Best New Artist at the Grammy Awards held in Los Angeles on Sunday (Feb. 4). The talented artist emerged victorious over fellow nominees including Noah Kahan, Ice Spice, and Jelly Roll.

With an impressive seven nominations to her name, Monét graced the stage to accept the coveted all-genre award, receiving thunderous applause from the audience in recognition of her achievement.

• Laufey

Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey achieved a historic moment by winning the prestigious golden Globe for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album at the 2024 Grammys with her song ‘Bewitched.’

‘Bewitched’ stands as Laufey’s second studio album, released on September 8, 2023, through AWAL. The recognition at the 2024 Grammys adds to the acclaim of this remarkable musical piece.

Moreover, Laufey showcased her artistry with a delightful performance of “From the Start” at the 2024 Grammys Premiere Ceremony, further solidifying her presence on the grand stage of the music industry.

• Miley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus achieved a major milestone in her career by winning her first-ever Grammy Awards. The acclaimed artist secured the Best Pop Solo Performance trophy for “Flowers,” the lead single from her eighth studio album, “Endless Summer Vacation.”

Later in the evening, Miley Cyrus added to her accolades by winning Record of the Year, one of the Grammys’ most prestigious awards, again for “Flowers.”

During the Grammys ceremony, Cyrus not only celebrated her victories but also performed “Flowers” live. In a moment of jubilation, she playfully tweaked the song’s lyrics, singing, “Started to cry, then remembered I just won my first Grammy!”

These wins marked a significant achievement for Cyrus, who had garnered a total of eight career nominations, with six of them occurring in the same year. Her latest album, “Endless Summer Vacation,” received nominations in multiple categories, including Best Pop Vocal Album, Album of the Year, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for “Thousand Miles,” and additional nods for Best Pop Solo Performance, Song of the Year, and Record of the Year for “Flowers.”

• Lil Durk

On February 4th, Lil Durk reached a significant milestone in his rap career, securing his first-ever Grammy Award. The Chicago rapper, alongside J. Cole, won the 2024 Grammy Award for Best Melodic Rap Performance for their collaborative track “All My Life,” featured on Durk’s album “Almost Healed.”

The winning song triumphed over strong contenders, including Doja Cat’s “Attention,” Burna Boy and 21 Savage’s “Sittin’ on top of the World,” Drake and 21 Savage’s “Spin Bout U,” and SZA’s “Low.”

This victory marked Lil Durk’s inaugural Grammy win, while J. Cole added another trophy to his collection, having won previously in 2020 for his song “A Lot” with 21 Savage. Lil Durk and J. Cole have accumulated a combined total of four and 19 Grammy nominations throughout their careers, respectively.

• Theron Thomas

Theron Thomas achieved a remarkable victory at the 66th Grammy Awards by securing the accolade for Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical.

In a competitive field that included Edgar Barrera, Jessie Jo Dillon, Shane McAnally, and Justin Tranter, Theron Thomas emerged victorious for his exceptional contributions to hip-hop and R&B hits. Notable among his compositions were “Been Thinking” by Tyla and “All My Life” by Lil Durk, featuring J. Cole.

This triumph represents Theron Thomas’ first Grammy win, following previous nominations for his work on Lizzo’s “About Damn Time” and “Best Friend” by Saweetie.

The prestigious award was presented to Thomas by Jimmy Jam during the Grammys Premiere Ceremony. Notably, Theron Thomas is the second-ever recipient of the Songwriter of the Year award in this category, with Tobias Jesso, Jr. being the inaugural winner the previous year.

• Allison Russell

Canadian singer-songwriter Allison Russell achieved a significant milestone at the 2024 Grammys by winning her first Grammy Award for Best American Roots Performance. The accolade was bestowed upon her for the song ‘Eve Was Black.’

Despite having garnered several Grammy nominations in the past, this marks Allison Russell’s inaugural win, highlighting a moment of well-deserved recognition for her exceptional contribution to American roots music.

• Peso Pluma

Mexican singer Peso Pluma has achieved a remarkable feat at the 2024 Grammys by winning the award for Best Música Mexicana Album for his full-length album “Génesis.” This significant accomplishment marks his first-ever Grammy nomination and win.

Hailing from Guadalajara, Peso Pluma emerged victorious in a competitive category, surpassing fellow nominees Ana Bárbara (“Bordado a Mano”), Flor de Toloache (“Motherflower”), Lila Downs (“La Sánchez”), and Lupita Infante (“Amor Como en las Películas de Antes”). This recognition at the Grammys signifies a noteworthy moment in Peso Pluma’s musical career.

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In 2023, Afropop sensation Tyla made a significant mark as her hit single ‘Water‘ soared to become the most streamed afrobeat song on Spotify. ‘Water‘ made its debut in July and quickly became the anthem of the year.

The melodious track also secured a place on the prestigious Billboard Top Global 200 list. On Spotify, ‘Water‘ has amassed an impressive 124 million streams, making it a standout hit.

According to Charts Africa, the top-streamed Afrobeats songs on Spotify in 2023 so far are as follows:

1. Water – 124 million streams
2. Unavailable – 96 million streams
3. This Year (Blessings) – 84 million streams
4. Soweto Rmx – 75 million streams
5. Charm – 70 million streams
6. People – 62 million streams
7. City Boys – 55 million streams
8. Amapiano – 36 million streams
9. Party No Dey Stop – 33 million streams
10. Lonely At The Top – 33 million streams
11. Holiday – 32 million streams
12. Sittin’ On Top Of The World – 32 million streams
13. Feel – 33 million streams
14. Gwagwalada – 31 million streams
15. Sability – 31 million streams
16. Reason – 29 million streams

Tyla's Water becomes the most streamed Afrobeats song on Spotify in 2023 with 124m streams. pic.twitter.com/b7LXj0ogUJ

— African Folder (@africanfolder) November 3, 2023

Tyla’s exceptional success doesn’t end there. She has also earned a nomination for Best New Artist at the BET Soul Train Awards. Her fellow nominees in this category include Ayra Starr, Ambre, Coco Jones, Flo, Doechii, Wanmor, and Fridayy.

The phenomenal rise of “Water” has also catapulted Tyla’s standing on the Billboard Artist 100 chart. In just her second week on the list, she climbed from position 72 to 58, a testament to her increasing impact and activity in the world of music.

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Apple Music has revealed the lineup for the 2023 Christmas playlist of carol covers. “Carols Covered” is making a return with a fresh roster of exclusive holiday songs reimagined by some of today’s most influential contemporary artists. Additionally, there’s a new “Classical Carols Covered” playlist that showcases beautiful renditions of carols and festive songs by top classical musicians.

Carols are the heart and soul of Christmas and other holidays. They’re sung at festive services and joyfully belted out at home with friends and family. While carols are a cherished part of our longstanding traditions, they also continue to evolve, with new arrangements composed each year, breathing new life into timeless classics.

This year’s lineup includes fresh interpretations from a diverse range of artists, such as Ángela Aguilar, Armani White, Bnxn, Coco Jones, David Shaw, Dikka, Elevation Worship, Ella Henderson, Gallant & Jensen McRae, G Flip, Hakushi Hasegawa, Hemlocke Springs, Jeongyeon of TWICE, Lauren Spencer Smith, and Restless Road.

In addition to the contemporary artists, this year’s collection features heartwarming renditions by classical musicians like Maria Duenas, Olivia Belli, Randall Goosby & Carlos Simon, The Sixteen, and Xuefei Yang. They beautifully perform both well-known Christmas classics and a few lesser-known gems, infusing their remarkable musicianship into these beloved carols.

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Here is the complete list of nominees for the prestigious BET Soul Train Awards, scheduled to take place on Sunday, November 26th, at 8 p.m.

This awards ceremony recognizes exceptional talent in the fields of soul, R&B, and hip-hop, honoring both established industry legends and the emerging stars of tomorrow. The event is set to be held in Los Angeles and includes nominations for African artists such as Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, and Tyle.

With the awards ceremony taking place on November 26th in Los Angeles, it promises to be an evening of acknowledgment for artists who have significantly influenced the music landscape.

Leading the pack in nominations are SZA, Usher, and Summer Walker, each receiving an impressive nine nominations, a testament to their substantial impact on the genre in the past year. Their contributions have not only dominated the charts but have also deeply resonated with fans worldwide.

With a new venue and an outstanding lineup of nominees, the 2023 Soul Train Awards are poised to be a memorable occasion, celebrating artists who continually push the boundaries of R&B and soul music.

Here is the full list of Nominees:

Best New Artist

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Nigerian Afrobeat artist Adekunle Kosoko, popularly known as AG Baby, has announced the official tracklist for his upcoming fifth studio album, ‘Tequila Ever After.’

With the release of the ‘Tequila Ever After‘ tracklist on July 26, Adekunle Gold finally unveiled the featured musicians on his eagerly awaited fifth album.

AG Baby is one of the musicians pushing the frontiers of Afrobeats and African music with an innovative mix of genres, making him a household name and one of the world’s best performers.

The singer is preparing to release his fifth album, “Tequila Ever After,” introducing listeners to an African Rockstar set to take Afrobeats and the continent to a global audience. After a stellar 2023 that culminated in the release of numerous hit singles, the most recent of which was “Ogaranya,” Adekunle Gold is gearing up for the release of his album.

Listeners will appreciate an expertly curated collection of international superstars on “Tequila Ever After,” whose music has profoundly influenced both within and outside their own nations.

Nigerian hitmaker Zinoleesky is featured on the album’s first track, “Party No Dey Stop,” which Billboard has suggested as a possible nominee for the Grammys’ brand-new African Song Performance category.

Zinoleesky is not the only Nigerian artist on the album; Adekunle Gold also included two other superstars who were defining their respective genres.

He collaborates with rising rapper ODUMODUBLVCK on the song “Wrong Person,” adding his swaggering verse to Adekunle’s soothing sounds.

Simi makes a historic comeback to AG Baby’s project by contributing to the sultry R&B song “Look What You Made Me Do,” which is destined to be a fan favourite.

Adekunle Gold is now in his Tio Tequila Era, which is a Rockstar version of his constant brilliant evolution that has set him apart from his contemporaries. And with Tio Tequila comes a global that manifests in ‘Tequila Ever After’ through a mouth-watering lineup of international superstars.

Adekunle collaborates with South African amazing singer and composer Ami Faku on ‘Chasing Peace Of Mind,’ which also features Malian iconic guitarist Habib Koité, who provides crucial aural appeal to the music.

Listeners can expect to be wowed by the vocals of sensational American singer Coco Jones who appears on track 10 ‘Make It Easy’

Adekunle Gold will collaborate with two musical titans to promote African music. He collaborates with the great Nile Rodgers and 14-time Grammy Award-winning musicians and producers Pharell Williams & Rock’n’Roll on “Falling Up.”

Fans who have been curious about the sound of a Khalid and AG Baby duet may now listen to the pair’s smash pop song “Come Back to Me.”

And in a historic collaboration, Adekunle Gold invites multi-award-winning British singer, songwriter, and producer Labrinth to work with him on the song “To My Own,” which is expected to push the frontiers of Nigerian music’s creativity.

The lineup of the new album by African Rockstar Adekunle Gold, who has stated that it is his best work to date, demonstrates his seriousness.

Tequila Ever After, the highly anticipated Album of the Year, is scheduled for release on July 28, 2023, and it is likely to enthral fans all around the world.

PRE-SAVE ‘TEQUILA EVER AFTER’

‘TEQUILA EVER AFTER’ TRACKLIST

1. Chasing Peace Of Mind featuring Ami Faku & Habib Koite

2. Party No Dey Stop featuring Zinoleesky

3. Soro

4. Tio baby

5. Ogaranya

6. Wrong Person featuring ODUMODUBLVCK

7. Don’t Be A Baby

8. Do You Mind?

9. Sisi Ganja 

10. Make It Easy featuring Coco Jones

11. Not my problem

12. Kere

13. Look What You Made Me Do, featuring Simi

14. Omo Eko

15. Come Back To Me, featuring Khalid

16. Falling Up, featuring Pharell Williams & Nile Rodgers 

17. To My Own 

18. All My Life 

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