Stefanie Tanaka

Dolly Parton's legacy stretches far beyond country music — through songwriting, crossover hits, cultural influence and a lifetime of generosity.

David Ali accepts the Executive of the Year Award from Billboard Executive Director of R&B/Hip-Hop Gail Mitchell at Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players 2026.

The Roots accept the Hip Hop Hall of Fame Award from Billboard's Senior Director of R&B/Hip-Hop Carl Lamarre at Billboard's R&B Hip-Hop Power Players 2026.

Skippa, Samara Cyn & Destin Conrad accept the Rising Star Award from Billboard's Kyle Denis, Michael Saponara, and Angel Diaz at Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players 2026.

Jill Scott Accepts the R&B Hall of Fame Award from Billboard's senior charts and data analyst, Trevor Anderson, at Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players 2026.

Kehlani accepts R&B Artist of the Year Award from Billboard Executive Director of R&B/Hip-Hop Gail Mitchell at Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players 2026.

Dancing With the Stars music director Ray Chew breaks down how the show pulls off live music every week — “unbaking the cake” on arrangements, managing

Rei Ami opens up about “2LOUD” and her phoenix-rising comeback in this Billboard News Interview, explaining why this album is her full come-up story and “every emotion in between.” She breaks down how the track came together during a late-night studio session and why it had to lead this bright, feel-good, funky pop era—plus what a “hit” means to her now (a song that makes you want to move, scream and feel alive). Rei also traces her path from a corporate job in Rockville, Maryland, to teaching herself writing/recording/production, early viral DIY moments (including a $50 video for “SNOWCONE”), getting label attention, moving to L.A., getting dropped and rebuilding, and why she's ready to be fully unfiltered. Along the way, she talks about how ‘KPop Demon Hunters' shifted her audience and expectations, teases the album's range (bops and ballads), shares her maximalist visual vision, and wraps with “Golden or Takedown” and her funniest dating takes.

Karol G secures a third week on top with “BbY WOW,” and Bad Bunny and Karol G continue to dominate the top five of the Hot Latin Songs top 10 countdown.

Jill Scott reflects on nearly 30 years of music, her 2026 R&B Hall of Fame honor, and the lessons that shaped her career — from touring with The Roots to building a live-instrumentation legacy.