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Apollo's Littlest Michael Fan?

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:14:18 -0700

Outside the Apollo's Michael Jackson Tribute on June 30, a little girl shows how big a Michael Jackson fan she is.

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Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:14:11 -0700

Fans celebrate Michael Jackson at the Apollo's tribute to the late singer.

Apollo: Al Sharpton @ Michael Jackson Tribute

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:14:28 -0700

The Reverend Al Sharpton speaks at the Apollo's Michael Jackson tribute on June 30, 2009 in New York.

Apollo: Mom & Daughter Jackson Fans

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:15:07 -0700

Outside the Apollo's Michael Jackson tribute on Tuesday, June 30 in New York, a mother and her young daughter talk about what Michael Jackson meant to them.

Apollo: Fans "Rock With You" @ MJ Tribute

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:14:35 -0700

Fans inside New York's Apollo dance to "Rock With You" at the Michael Jackson Tribute on June 30, 2009.

Apollo: Michael Jackson Fans

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:14:50 -0700

Outside the Apollo's Michael Jackson tribute on Tuesday, June 30 in New York, fans gather under the marquee to celebrate the King of Pop.

Apollo: Two Little MJ Fans

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:14:59 -0700

Outside the Apollo's Michael Jackson tribute on Tuesday, June 30 in New York, two little girlstalk about what Michael Jackson meant to them.

Sharpton & Spike Lee at Apollo Jackson Tribute

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:14:42 -0700

Al Sharpton and Spike Lee onstage at the Apollo's Michael Jackson tribute on Tuesday, June 30 in New York.

Michael Jackson Fan On MJ News

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:10:22 -0700

He cancelled the rest of his day to rush to the press conference about Michael Jackson's death. Interview by Billboard's Ann Donohue.

Michael Jackson Fans Chanting

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:10:30 -0700

Amid a sea of cameras at the Michael Jackson press conference on June 25 shortly after his death was announced, fans chant the late singer's name.

L.A. Michael Jackson Fan Reacts

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:10:37 -0700

She rushed out of work to join the hundreds gathered at the press conference discussing Michael Jackson's death on June 25. Interview by Billboard's Ann Donohue.

An Ohio Michael Jackson Fan Reacts

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:10:46 -0700

A fan from Ohio who flocked to the press conference about Michael Jackson's death. Interview by Billboard's Ann Donohue.

Apollo Theater's 75th

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:17:00 -0700

Fantasia, Quincy Jones, Mariah Carey and others converged on Harlem on June 8, 2009 to celebrate the Apollo Theater's 75th Anniversary. Interviews by Mariel Concepcion.

Springsteen / Tom Morello: Pete Seeger Benefit Show

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:39:52 -0700

Bruce Springsteen and Tom Morello perform "The Ghost of Tom Joad" at Pete Seeger's 90th birthday concert at New York's Madison Square Garden. The show benefited the Clearwater Fund.

Dave Matthews @ Pete Seeger 90th Birthday Show

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:40:30 -0700

Dave Matthews performs "Whiskey Rye Whiskey" at Pete Seeger's 90th Birthday Concert at Madison Square Garden on May 3, 2009. The show benefited the Clearwater Foundation.

Pete Seeger Show End-Jam

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:41:05 -0700

Pete Seeger leads an all-star jam with Bruce Springsteen, Dave Matthews, John Mellencamp, Tom Morello, Ben Harper, Ani DiFranco and dozens of others at his 90th Birthday Concert at Madison Square Garden on May 3, 2009.

Stars Inspired by Seeger

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:41:58 -0700

Pete Seeger, John Mellencamp, Tom Morello, Emmylou Harris, Billy Bragg, Richie Havens and Kris Kristopherson talk about Seeger's music backstage at the Seeger 90th Birthday Concert at Madison Square Garden on May 3, 2009.

Latin Music Awards 2009 Red Carpet

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:36:57 -0700

Akon, Daddy Yankee, Aventura and other stars hit the Billboard Latin Music Awards red carpet April 23, 2009 in Miami Beach, Florida.

Latin Music Awards Highlights

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:38:40 -0700

Flex, Enrique Iglesias, Carlos Santana, Gloria Trevi and other stars rocked the 2009 Billboard Latin Music Awards on April 23.

AB Quintanilla: Latin Music Conf.

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:08:04 -0700

AB Quintanilla at the Billboard 2009 Latin Music Conference.

Beatles Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr @ DLF NYC Show

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:29:24 -0700

Beatles Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr reunited at the David Lynch Foundation Benefit at Radio City Music Hall in NYC on 4/4/2009 to perform "With A Little Help From My Friends."

Run DMC: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductions

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:11:42 -0700

Run DMC: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductions

Jeff Beck: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductions

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:30:40 -0700

Jeff Beck: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductions

Q&A: Metallica Enter Rock Hall

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:43:42 -0700

Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich talks to Billboard about what it means to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, how they've invited former bandmates and early supporters to join them in Cleveland to celebrate, and more. With Gary Graff

Neil Portnow: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 13:24:46 -0700

Neil Portnow: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Anthony Hamilton: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 13:24:38 -0700

Anthony Hamilton: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Jason Reitman: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 13:24:10 -0700

Jason Reitman: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Boyz II Men: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:06:30 -0700

Boyz II Men talks to Billboard on the 2009 Grammys red carpet. Up for the Best R&B Album Grammy, Boyz II Men performed "Lets Stay Together" with Al Green, Justin Timberlake and Keith Urban.

Lady Antebellum: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:05:59 -0700

Lady Antebellum talks to Billboard on the 2009 Grammys red carpet. They were nominated for Best New Artist and Best Country Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals.

Disturbed: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:06:42 -0700

Disturbed talks to Billboard on the 2009 Grammys red carpet. They were nominated for Best Hard Rock Performance.

Benji Madden: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:06:09 -0700

Good Chartlotte's Benji Madden talks to Billboard on the 2009 Grammys red carpet.

Mary Mary: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:06:21 -0700

Mary Mary talks to Billboard on the 2009 Grammys red carpet. Nominated for three Grammys, they won for Best Gospel Performance.

Timothy B. Schmit: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 13:24:21 -0700

Timothy B. Schmit: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Alan Menken: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 13:24:31 -0700

Alan Menken: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Blind Boys of Alabama: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:05:51 -0700

Blind Boys of Alabama talk to Billboard on the 2009 Grammys red carpet. Their "Down In New Orleans" won the Best Traditional Gospel Album Grammy.

Sugarland: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 13:23:15 -0700

Sugarland talks to Billboard on the 2009 Grammys red carpet. Their song "Stay" won the Best Country Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals Grammy.

Young Jeezy: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:05:44 -0700

Young Jeezy talks to Billboard on the 2009 Grammys red carpet. Jeezy lost the Best Rap Performance By A Duo or Group trophy to Jay-Z, T.I., Kanye West and Lil Wayne's "Swagga Like Us."

Snoop Dogg: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 13:23:39 -0700

Snoop Dogg talks to Billboard on the 2009 Grammys red carpet. Snoop's 'Sexual Eruption" lost the Best Rap Solo Performance award to Lil Wayne's "A Milli."

Jason Mraz: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 13:23:03 -0700

Jason Mraz talks to Billboard on the 2009 Grammys red carpet. Mraz was nominated for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance and Song of the Year.

Kings of Leon: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 13:24:01 -0700

Kings of Leon talks to Billboard on the 2009 Grammys red carpet. KOL won the Best Rock Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals Grammy for "Sex On Fire"

Neil Diamond: Grammys 2009 Red Carpet

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 13:23:52 -0700

Neil Diamond talks to Billboard on the 2009 Grammys red carpet. Diamond, who performed "Sweet Caroline" at the show, was also named MusiCares' Person of the Year.

Daughtry Billboard Q&A

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:34:09 -0700

Interview by Monica Herrera.

Idol Top 10: Adam Lambert

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:49:37 -0700

Runner up Adam Lambert

Kris Allen Talks '09 Highlights, 2010 Plans - Billboard.com

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 11:38:19 -0700

Billboard caught up with American Idol winner Kris Allen to hear about his favorite moments of 2009 and plans for 2010. Interview by Mariel Concepcion.

Adam Lambert Q&A I Billboard.com

Tue, 04 May 2010 14:53:20 -0700

Interview by Ann Donohue. November 2009.

David Cook: Billboard #1's

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:43:40 -0700

With a recent No. 1 on Top Digital Albums, the American Idol winner discusses his success and rocks a New York crowd.

Daughtry Talks Lady GaGa - Billboard

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:23:37 -0700

Daughtry explains why its frontman covered Lady GaGa's "Poker Face."

CMJ:Kimberly Locke on her Worst American Idol Moment - Billboard.com

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:46:27 -0700

Interview by Evan C. Jones, Oct. 2009.

Kara DioGuardi Q&A

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:20:49 -0700

Kara DioGuardi talks to Billboard's Bill Werde about judging "American Idol," writing hit songs, and more.

Idol Top 10: Allison Iraheta

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:48:52 -0700

American Idol Top 10 finalist Allison Iraheta

CMJ: Diana DeGarmo's Worst American Idol Moment - Billboard.com

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:41:13 -0700

Interview by Evan C. Jones, Oct. 2009.

Idol Top 10: Adam Lambert Bonus

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:49:27 -0700

More fromt runner-up Adam Lambert!

Idol Top 10: Danny Gokey

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:48:43 -0700

American Idol Top 10 Finalist Danny Gokey.

Idol Top 10: Scott MacIntyre

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:48:11 -0700

Billboard talks with American Idol season eight contestant, Scott MacIntyre.

Idol Top 10: Lil Rounds

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:48:23 -0700

Billboard talks with American Idol season eight contestant, Lil Rounds.

Idol Top 10: Kris Allen

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:50:45 -0700

Billboard talks with American Idol season 8 winner Kris Allen, as he prepares for the summer 2009 Idols Live tour.

Idol Top 10: Anoop Desai

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 13:57:15 -0700

Billboard talks with American Idol season 8 top 10 finalist, Anoop Desai, as he prepares for the summer 2009 Idols Live tour.

Idol Top 10: Matt Giraud

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:50:35 -0700

Billboard talks with American Idol season 8 top 10 finalist, Matt Giraud, as he prepares for the summer 2009 Idols Live tour.

Idol Top 10: Megan Joy

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:50:15 -0700

Billboard talks with American Idol season 8 top 10 finalist, Megan Joy, as she prepares for the summer 2009 Idols Live tour.

Idol Top 10: Michael Sarver

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:50:04 -0700

Billboard talks with American Idol season 8 top 10 finalist, Michael Sarver, as he prepares for the summer 2009 Idols Live tour.

American Idol

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:50:56 -0700

Billboard talks to 'American Idol' insiders and surveys the Season 8 field and judges to delve into just how much of a chance the 2009 crop of contestants has for long-lasting fame.

Elliot Yamin Q&A I Billboard.com

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:25:12 -0700

The American Idol contestant, back with new album "Fight For Love," stopped by the Billboard offices to perform and talk about his music.

Taylor Hicks: AI Extra

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:15:53 -0700

Taylor Hicks: Billboard goes behind the scenes of American Idol Extra to talk with 8 past contestants.

Blake Lewis: AI Extra

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:12:39 -0700

Blake Lewis: Billboard goes behind the scenes of American Idol Extra to talk with 8 past contestants.

Syesha Mercado: AI Extra

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:12:57 -0700

Syesha Mercado: Billboard goes behind the scenes of American Idol Extra to talk with 8 past contestants.

Kristy Lee Cook: AI Extra

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:15:00 -0700

Kristy Lee Cook: Billboard goes behind the scenes of American Idol Extra to talk with 8 past contestants.

Jason Castro: AI Extra

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:16:30 -0700

Jason Castro: Billboard goes behind the scenes of American Idol Extra to talk with 8 past contestants.

Brooke White: AI Extra

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:15:18 -0700

Brooke White: Billboard goes behind the scenes of American Idol Extra to talk with 8 past contestants.

Michael Johns: AI Extra

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:13:32 -0700

Michael Johns: Billboard goes behind the scenes of American Idol Extra to talk with 8 past contestants.

Carly Smithson: AI Extra

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:13:55 -0700

Carly Smithson: Billboard goes behind the scenes of American Idol Extra to talk with 8 past contestants.

Billboard Presents Ace Young

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:03:57 -0700

Billboard spent a few hours with one of the most popular finalists from American Idol (Season 5.) Ace Young offered a special glimpse into his life and delivered answers to many of the questions his fans have been eager to hear.

Allison Iraheta's 2010 Look-Ahead - Billboard.com

Tue, 04 May 2010 14:45:33 -0700

Allison Iraheta looks back at her 2009 and ahead to her plans in 2010. Billboard.com interview by Mariel Concepcion, Dec. 2009, at Jingle Ball in New York.

Adam Lambert's 2010 Look-Ahead - Billboard.com

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 11:37:09 -0700

Adam Lambert looks back at his 2009 and ahead to hisplans in 2010. Billboard.com interview by Mariel Concepcion, Dec. 2009, at Jingle Ball in New York.

Kara DioGuardi's Faves of the Decade - Billboard.com

Tue, 04 May 2010 14:49:00 -0700

American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi tells Billboard.com what her favorite albums and songs of the 2000s are.

CMJ Diana_FavSongToSing&FavDanceSong

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:41:04 -0700

CMJ Diana_FavSongToSing&FavDanceSong

CMJ KimLocke_ContestantAdvice

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:41:58 -0700

CMJ KimLocke_ContestantAdvice

CMJ: Diana DeGarmo's American Idol Advice - Billboard.com

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:46:09 -0700

Interview by Evan C. Jones, Oct. 2009.

Sean Kingston "Tomorrow" Q&A

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:33:26 -0700

The "Beautiful Girls" singer tells Billboard.com about working with Lil Wayne and Good Charlotte and what fans can expect from new album "Tomorrow." Video interview by Mariel Concepcion.

Def Leppard's Joe Elliott Pt. 1

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:25:29 -0700

Frontman Joe Elliott talks about going country with Taylor Swift and Tim McGraw, reissuing "Adrenalize" and "Pyromania" and more. Video interview by David J. Prince.

Def Leppard's Joe Elliott Pt. 2

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:25:21 -0700

What's wrong with 90s music? Def Leppard's Joe Elliott says it lacks melody and that's why those bands haven't lasted the way many 80s bands have. Video interview by David J. Prince.

Anberlin: "Breaking" Hearts

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:41:53 -0700

Anberlin performs an acoustic version of "Breaking" and tells Billboard.com about how the band has grown due to "blood, sweat and Dr Pepper." Interview by Alex Vitoulis.

Anberlin Does Danzig

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:41:15 -0700

Anberlin performs an acoustic version of Danzig's song "Mother" at the Billboard.com studios.

Spinal Tap: Bowling, Lost & Interwebs

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:12:57 -0700

Spinal Tap is "Back From The Dead" to tell Billboard about "giving up", being on "AssBook" and "all over the interwebs," and uh, how the music industry is like a bowling ball with no finger holes." Interview by Mitch Peters.

Pharrell Goes Country?

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:24:06 -0700

Pharrell Williams shares what he's doing next, including working with N.E.R.D, and mulling doing country music. He also shares his thoughts on the recession's influence on music. Interview by Cortney Harding.

311: Billboard Gets "Uplifter"'d

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 11:51:39 -0700

P-Nut and S.A. Martinez school Billboard's Monica Herrera on pulling off reggae stylings "with a straight face," what's "sexy" about having a long career, and new album "Uplifter."

Pharrell On Shakira

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:24:14 -0700

Pharrell Williams tells Billboard about how "staring at her, watching her" inspired his recent work with Shakira. Interview by Cortney Harding.

Pharrell Q&A

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:28:10 -0700

Pharrell talks about his first Billboard cover, new material with N.E.R.D., and hearing Usher's "great," "edgy," "mean" new album. Interview by Cortney Harding on June 4, 2009.

Blink-182 Chats: Q&A

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:39:05 -0700

Blink-182 tells Billboard.com details about premiering a new song, their upcoming album, and their 2009 summer tour. Interview by Mitch Peters May 18 at L.A.'s El Compadre on May 18.

Weezer: Q&A

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:38:13 -0700

Roses from Chester French, touring with Blink 182, planning their album, covering Lady Gaga, the gentleman of Weezer divulged it all to Billboard.com on May 18 at L.A. eatery El Campadre. Interview by Mitch Peters.

Panic At The Disco: Blink 182 Tour Details

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:11:25 -0700

Billboard.com pried all kinds of info out of Panic at the Disco while they celebratedheir part in Blink 182's summer tour at L.A. eatery El Compadre on May 18. Seven new tunes, rarities on tour, interpretive dancing! Interview by Mitch Peters.

Taking Back Sunday: Q&A

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:38:38 -0700

Taking Back Sunday talks new album (due June 2), tour with Blink-182, new video, and tons more as Billboard.com catches up with them on May 18 at an L.A. restaurant. Interview by Mitch Peters.

Q&A Akron Family

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:39:52 -0700

Akron/Family sat down to talk about their brand new album, "Set 'Em Wild, Set 'Em Free." The band tours the world -- Europe, Japan, and North America -- through mid September 2009. Interview by Mike Ayers.

Steve Earle Backstage

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:19:20 -0700

Backstage at Madison Square Garden, Steve Earle talks about his new album of Townes Van Zandt covers, and his plans for play about Pete Seeger after his 2009 summer tour.

Q&A: New Boyz

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:28:48 -0700

Brand new duo New Boyz talk about the groundswell of buzz that got P.Diddy's son dancing to their single, landed them a record deal and made the ladies in their 3rd period classes start noticing them.

Asher Roth Q&A I Billboard.com

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Asher Roth swung by Billboard just as his debut album "Asleep In The Bread Aisle" was released to talk about politics, college and hip-hop.

Q&A: Naked Brothers

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:43:07 -0700

With a summer tour and a new album coming, Nat and Alex Wolff -aka The Naked Brothers Band - talk to Billboard about loving the Beatles and covering Springsteen; and rock live at AOL.

Q&A: Metallica Guitar Hero

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:43:53 -0700

Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich tells Billboard why the band decided to make Guitar Hero Metallica, what it was like to have their music animated, and how they recruited friends bands and influences to contribute tracks to the game. With Gary Graff

Q&A: Papa Roach

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:44:20 -0700

Q&A: Papa Roach

Q&A: Chrisette Michele

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:25:42 -0700

On the eve of the release of her sophomore album, "Epiphany," Def Jam darling Chrisette Michele and co-writer Ne-Yo sat down with Billboard to discuss the direction of the set, Michele's growth, the reason behind the album title, and more.

Q&A: 30 Seconds To Mars

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:44:55 -0700

Producer Flood, Jared Leto and his band 30 Seconds To Mars discuss the long road leading to their upcoming album.

Q&A: Soulja Boy

Tue, 04 May 2010 14:46:40 -0700

Soulja Boy sits down with Billboard to discuss his new 2008 album, his influences and why Gucci Mane is his hero.

Gene Simmons Q&A I Billboard.com

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:22:36 -0700

Gene Simmons sits down with Billboard at its annual Touring Conference to talk about The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, discount tickets at live shows, and a possible tour with Queen.

Hit Songwriter Diane Warren Q&A

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:46:02 -0700

The Grammy-winning songwriter receives the Career Achievement Award,at the 2008 Film & TV Music Conference and then sits down to discuss her writing process, her favorite singers and more.

The Men Behind 'Defiance': Ed Zwick & J.N. Howard

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:18:45 -0700

Director Edward Zwick (Blood Diamond) and composer James Newton Howard (Michael Clayton) discuss their collaboration on the upcoming film Defiance, about the largest rescue of Jews by Jews during World War II. With Billboard senior editor Ann Donahue

Women In Music: Debbie Harry Q&A

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:24:13 -0700

Debbie Harry speaks with Billboard Editorial Director Bill Werde about her career and why she's this year's recipient of the Icon Award

Ciara Red Carpet Q&A

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Ciara talks with Billboard on the red carpet just before receiving the Woman of the Year award at Billboard's Women in Music breakfast on October 24th, 2008.

Q&A: Il Divo

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:52:33 -0700

Popera group Il Divo talks with Billboard about their upcoming album "The Promise," what it's like working in the studio, and why they're the one and only.

Q&A: Michelle Williams

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 03:00:00 -0700

Michelle Williams sat down with Billboard to discuss her album "Unexpected," where it's taking R&B, and the Destiny's Child reunion.

Q&A: Raphael Saadiq

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:16:17 -0700

Billboard sits down with Raphael Saadiq to discuss his new album "The Way I See It."

Q&A: Nelly

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:50:08 -0700

Billboard caught up with multi-platinum MC Nelly and discussed his J'z, changes in the music business and what fans can expect from his new album, "Brass Knuckles."

Q&A: Phantom Planet

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:04:07 -0700

Billboard caught up with Phantom Planet, at the Roseland Ballroom in NYC, during their Honda Civic Tour.

Q&A: The Hush Sound

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:02:02 -0700

The Hush Sound sits down with Billboard to discuss their beginnings, their sound, and being signed to an indie label.

Three 6 Mafia Q&A

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 03:00:00 -0700

Billboard sits down with Academy Award-winning rap group Three 6 Mafia to talk about their upcoming album, and plans for the future.

Q&A: Usher, Part Three

Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Usher tells Billboard.com about his new album "Here I Stand".

Q&A: G-Unit

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:05:28 -0700

Billboard sits down with G-Unit to talk about 50 Cent's upcoming solo record, G-Unit's new single and more.

Q&A: Leona Lewis

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:49:35 -0700

Leona Lewis chats with Billboard about her Hot 100 No. 1 single ''Bleeding Love," her album and much more.

Q&A: My Morning Jacket

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 07:20:43 -0700

Billboard Senior Editor, Jonathan Cohen chats with My Morning Jacket about the making of their upcoming album, ''Evil Urges'' and tour schedule.

Q&A: Natasha Bedingfield

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:38:06 -0700

Natash Bedingfield dropped by the Billboard studios to chat about her latest album, her United States tour and more.

Q&A: Panic At The Disco

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:11:52 -0700

Billboard talks with Panic At The Disco about their new album, controversial name change and more.

Q&A: Usher, Part Two

Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Billboard sat down with Usher to talk about his new album "Here I Stand".

Q&A: Usher, Part One - Billboard.com

Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Usher talks about his new album "Here I Stand".

Q&A: Tiffany Evans

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:34:56 -0700

Tiffany Evans sat down with Billboard to chat about her new self titled record, Star Search and more.

Q&A: Clive Davis and Charles Goldstuck

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:31:27 -0700

Tamara Conniff, Group Editorial Director of Billboard talks to Clive Davis and Charles Goldstuck about starting J Records and 360 deals.

Q&A: Clive Davis on songwriting

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:30:46 -0700

Clive Davis talks about songwriting and Whitney Houston at Billboard's 2008 Music & Money Symposium.

Q&A: Matchbox Twenty Guitarist

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:25:40 -0700

Tamara Conniff of Billboard speaks with Paul Doucette of Matchbox Twenty, about their album Exile On Mainstream being relased on an MP3 bracelet.

Sundance '08: Josh Groban

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:46:04 -0700

Josh Groban talks with Billboard about his Sundance experience and his upcoming album.

Sundance '08: Jack Black and Michel Gondry Q&A

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:19:09 -0700

Star and writer/director of "Be Kind Rewind", Jack Black and Michel Gondry, riff on Sundance, Thanksgiving, and their soundtrack.

Q&A: Soulja Boy 2008

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:08:25 -0800

Soulja Boy dropped by Billboard to tell us about how he self promoted his way to a record deal at just 16 years old.

Q&A: Russell Simmons

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:29:08 -0700

Paula Parisi of the Hollywood Reporter sits down with Russell Simmons at Nielsen's 2007 Media and Money conference.

Q&A: Tesla

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:28:03 -0700

Billboard caught up with Tesla who talked about how things have changed in the music industry since they began and their new album ''Reel to Reel''.

Q&A: Scarface

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:12:38 -0700

Houston rapper, Scarface dropped by the Billboard offices to talk about his new album ''Made''.

Sundance '08: Patti Smith

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:45:35 -0700

Patti Smith and director Steven Sebring discuss their new film "Patti Smith: Dream of Life."

Q&A: Quincy Jones

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:13:49 -0700

Legendary producer Quincy Jones chats with Billboard Group Editorial Director Tamara Conniff at October 2007's Mobile Entertainment Live! conference.

Q&A: Reba McEntire

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:13:24 -0700

We caught up with Reba at our Women in Music breakfast where we honored her as our first ever Woman of the Year.

Q&A: Chris Brown

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:11:26 -0700

Billboard hip-hop correspondent Hilary Crosley talks with Chris Brown about his upcoming album, leaking his single Wall to Wall and what it's like to be barely legal.

Plain White T's Q&A I Billboard.com

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:08:52 -0700

Plain White T's sat down with Billboard in 2007 to discuss what it was like to be No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with "Hey There Delilah."

Q&A: Secondhand Serenade

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:04:47 -0700

Billboard caught up with John Vesely from Secondhand Serenade who told us how his life has changed since the last time we spoke and his appearance on Conan O'brien.

Q&A: T.I.

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:11:29 -0700

Billboard hip-hop expert Hilary Crosley gets down with T.I., speaking on his upcoming Grand Hustle effort, his struggles with his own alter-ego and acting side-by-side with Denzel.

Q&A: MIMS

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:13:38 -0700

Rapper MIMS, who topped the Billboard Hot 100 in 2007 with "This Is Why I'm Hot," stopped by Billboard's offices to discuss how excited he was about that feat.

Q&A: DJ Drama

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:13:55 -0700

Arrested earlier this year over what he says was a mix tape mix up, Drama exclusively gives his version of events to Billboard.

Q&A: Doug Craig

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:12:52 -0700

From Mobile Entertainment Live!, Andrew Wallenstein of The Hollywood Reporter chats with Doug Craig of Discovery Networks.

Film & TV Music Conference: Day 1

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:16:37 -0700

Glenn Ballard, Jesse Harris, and Alan Menken were among the day one highlights at Billboard and the Hollywood Reporter's Film & TV Music Conference in L.A. on November 1, 2007.

CBGB Doc at Tribeca 2009

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:39:20 -0700

Ramones, Fab 5 Freddy and more on the red carpet for CBGB doc "Burning Down the House" playing at the 2009 Tribeca Film Festival in New York.

Graham Coxon: SXSW 2009

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:48:11 -0700

Graham Coxon: SXSW 2009

Tinted Windows: SXSW 2009

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:47:09 -0700

Tinted Windows: SXSW 2009

Miranda: SXSW 2009

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:47:00 -0700

Miranda: SXSW 2009

Jadakiss: SXSW 2009

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:15:57 -0700

Jadakiss: SXSW 2009

Echo: SXSW 2009

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:46:21 -0700

Echo: SXSW 2009

Annuals: SXSW 2009

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:46:40 -0700

Annuals: SXSW 2009

Anberlin: SXSW 2009

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:46:29 -0700

Anberlin: SXSW 2009

Wavves: SXSW 2009

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:47:19 -0700

Wavves: SXSW 2009

Devo: SXSW 2009

Sat, 07 Aug 2010 09:54:34 -0700

Legendary Ohio nerdrockers Devo were a centerpiece of the SXSW '09 conference. Billboard's Cortney Harding grilled them with a few questions in Austin. Videography by Palestra.net.

St Vincent: SXSW 2009

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:25:57 -0700

Billboard caught up with Brooklynite Annie Clark, aka St Vincent, in an Austin, Texas cafe during SXSW 2009.

The Hold Steady: SXSW 2009

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:26:23 -0700

Minneapolis rockers the Hold Steady rocked out in Austin and then shared tips on beer, music, and their new doc "Stay Positive"with Billboard. Videography by Palestra.net

Tori Amos: Q&A

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:26:08 -0700

Back with 10th album "Abnormally Attracted To Sin," Tori Amos talks to Billboard about the inspirations behind her news songs. Interview by Cortney Harding.

Sundance '09: The Carter

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:45:08 -0700

Palestra student journalist Justin Mandel catches up with Adam Bhala Lough, director of Lil Wayne documentary "The Carter," at Sundance 2009.

Sundance '09: Doors Doc

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:45:18 -0700

Palestra student journalist Justin Mandel interviews the Doors Ray Manzarek and Robby Krieger and "When You're Strange" Doors doc director TomDiCillo.

SXSW '08: R.E.M., Daniel Lanois, Joseph Arthur

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:18:21 -0700

Interviews with Daniel Lanois and Joseph Arthur at South By Southwest 2008, plus SXSW performance clips of R.E.M., Van Morrison and others.

SXSW '08: Santana, Finn & Earle sons

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:17:33 -0700

A new generation: Interviews with Justin Townes Earle (son of Steve Earle), Liam Finn (son of Crowded House's Neil Finn), Salvador Santana (son of Carlos Santana) and TAB the Band (featuring two sons of Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry).

SXSW '08: Carbon/Silicon

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:18:02 -0700

Interview with former Clash guitarist/vocalist Mick Jones and Generation X's Tony James on their new band, Carbon/Silicon.

SXSW Fest '08: Music Films

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:18:14 -0700

Interviews with the artists and filmmakers of 4 music documentaries.

SXSW '08 Film Fest: Harold & Kumar

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:18:58 -0700

Stars and Filmmakers discuss Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay

SXSW '08 Film Fest: Morgan Spurlock

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:06:49 -0700

"Super Size Me" director Morgan Spurlock discusses his new film, "Where in the World is Osama bin Laden?"

SXSW '08 Film Fest : Ellison & Nelson

Sun, 09 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0800

"Dreams with Sharp Teeth" writer Harlan Ellison and director Erik Nelson interviewed at SXSW's 2008 film festival.

SXSW '08 Film Fest: Jay Delaney

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:18:30 -0700

Interview with Jay Delaney, Director/Producer of "Not Your Typical Bigfoot Movie."

SXSW '07: Pete Townshend, Bloc Party

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:05:18 -0700

Keynote speaker Pete Townshend playing "Quadrophenia" live from Austin '07. Plus, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, Bloc Party and the Last Town Chorus' Megan Hickey tell Billboard their reasons for performing at SXSW.

SXSW '07: Spoon, Damon Albarn, Stooges

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:16:47 -0700

Billboard talks with Paul Simonon and Damon Albarn, as well as Les Claypool. Also see footage of the Stooges, Spoon, Joan Jett and more.

SXSW '07: Lilly Allen, Oakley Hall

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:05:27 -0700

Billboard interviews Oakley Hall, IV Thieves and Looker during SXSW's first day, and catches performances by Lily Allen and Peter Bjorn And John.

SXSW '07: Strokes' Albert Hammond, Dollyrots

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:16:25 -0700

Strokes' Albert Hammond and KCRW's Nic Harcourt give Billboard an insider's look at SXSW, plus coverage of performances from the Dollyrots and the Vacancies.

Heath Ledger 1979-2008

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:14:28 -0700

Sundance attendees react to the death of actor Heath Ledger, who most recently portrayed Bob Dylan in the 2007 film "I'm Not There."

Sundance '08: Motion City Soundtrack

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:45:49 -0700

Justin Pierre of Motion City Soundtrack performs his track "Antonia" as part of the Sundance Music Cafe presented by ASCAP. Justin also discusses their upcoming touring schedule and the tribulations of having a creative name.

Sundance '08: 50 Cent

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:46:22 -0700

50 Cent spills on his new film production company, Kanye, and G Unit's plans.

Sundance '08: Paddy Casey

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:45:56 -0700

Paddy Casey performs "It's Over Now" and the Sundance Music Cafe presented by ASCAP. Paddy discusses opening for U2 and being represented by Principle Management.

Sundance '08: Where's Bono?

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:46:12 -0700

Scouring Park City for Bono. Will we find him?

Sundance '08: Black Out

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:46:39 -0700

The party lights went out on Main Street at Sundance.

Sundance '08: Ingrid Michaelson

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:46:31 -0700

Ingrid Michaelson performs "The Way I Am" at the Sundance Music Cafe presented by ASCAP. Ingrid discusses her Billboard cover shoot and living at her parents home.

Sundance '08: HDDVD Q&A

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:24:38 -0700

From the Sundance Film Festival, catching up with Microsoft about the future of HD DVD.

Sundance '08 Day 1

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:46:48 -0700

Billboard and The Hollywood Reporter hit the streets of Park City to cover music, movies, parties, and more at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival.

Jingle Ball 1: One Republic, Backstreet Boys

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:15:52 -0700

Billboard caught up with some of 2007's hottest artists including One Republic and Backstreet Boys at Z100's Jingle Ball.

Jingle Ball 2: Jonas Brothers, Menudo, Fall Out Boy

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:15:40 -0700

Billboard caught up Fall Out Boy, Jonas Brothers, Menudo and others at Z100's Jingle Ball.

Voodoo 1: M.I.A., BRMC, Rage Against the Machine

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:16:47 -0700

Rage Against the Machine, Toots & the Maytals, B.R.M.C., M.I.A., Hot 8 Brass Band, and many others lit up the stage on day one of Voodoo Music Experience in New Orleans, October 26, 2007.

Voodoo 2: Sinead O'Connor, Ben Harper

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:14:32 -0700

Billboard rocks out and checks in with Sinead O'Connor, Ben Harper, Spoon, Motion City Soundtrack, Coheed and Cambria, and others at day two of the Voodoo Music Experience in New Orleans, October 27, 2007.

Voodoo 3: Wilco, Black Crowes, Fallout Boy

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:17:05 -0700

On the final day of the Voodoo Music Experience Billboard caught performances from Wilco, Kermit Ruffins and more.

SXSW '08: Kate Walsh

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:17:51 -0700

Kate Walsh performs "Your Song" live at the Austin Convention Center.

SXSW '08: Music Wrap Up

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:17:10 -0700

Featuring Music of Duffy, and clips from My Morning Jacket, Fleet Foxes, Motorhead and others.

Keyshia Cole: Billboard #1's

Tue, 04 May 2010 14:46:02 -0700

With four weeks atop the R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, Keyshia Cole discusses what it took to get "A Different Me" to No. 1.

Lady GaGa: Billboard #1s

Tue, 04 May 2010 14:46:19 -0700

Lady GaGa, who has recent #1's on the Hot 100, Pop 100, and Digital Songs charts, talks with Billboard about how she got started and where she's going.

Ne-Yo: Billboard #1's

Tue, 04 May 2010 14:46:57 -0700

With many 2008 No. 1s and showings on 10 Billboard year-end charts, Ne-Yo talks about overcoming drama to bring his songs to the top, at Z100's Jingle Ball 2008.

Brandy: Billboard #1's

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:44:09 -0700

With a Hot Dance Club Play No. 1, Brandy talks to Billboard about her new album, "Human," and return to the charts at Z100's recent Jingle Ball.

Akon: Billboard #1s

Tue, 04 May 2010 14:47:10 -0700

Akon, who had a recent Rythmic Top 40 No. 1, discusses overcoming legal drama, working with Michael Jackson, and his new album.

Shontelle: Billboard #1s

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:44:01 -0700

With a hot-shot No. 1 debut on the Top Heatseekers chart, Shontelle discusses how her "tough" military background helped her make it into the spotlight.

Jonas Brothers Surprise NYC Show, Part 1

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:27:25 -0700

Jonas Brothers played a surprise club show to 1000 screaming fans at New York's Fillmore at Irving Plaza on June 11, 2009. We were backstage to talk with the guys! Interview by Monica Herrera.

Jonas Brothers NYC Show, Part 2

Sat, 13 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Jonas Brothers played a surprise club show NYC's Irving Plaza on June 11, 2009. We were backstage to talk with them Interview by Monica Herrera.

Ziggy Marley: Billboard Presents

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 10:31:14 -0700

Ziggy Marley performs a song from his new children's album "Family Time," talks about his summer tour, and details his plans to make a documentary about his dad, Bob Marley. Interview by Keir Bristol.

Dave Matthews Band: Groogrux Album Preview

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 21:01:00 -0700

In an exclusive preview, Dave Matthews Band plays and talks about the making of "Big Whiskey and the Groogrux King," the death of LeRoi Moore, and more.

Jill Sobule Performs & Chats

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:42:46 -0700

Following the release of her new album "California Years," Jill Sobule stopped by Billboard HQ to chat and perform "Where Is Bobby Gentry." Interview by Evie Nagy.

Taking Back Sunday: Behind-The-Scenes

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:20:56 -0700

Taking Back Sunday gives us an exclusive behind the scenes look at the filming of their “Sink Into Me” video, the first single from their new album, "New Again," due June 2.

Priscilla Ahn Live

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:19:06 -0700

Priscilla Ahn performs Find My Way Back Home

Presents: Priscilla Ahn

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:16:04 -0700

Priscilla Ahn comes to Billboard to perform her single Dream, talk about her looping technique and discuss her future plans.

Notorious

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:18:53 -0700

Notorious

Colbie Caillat Q&A I Billboard.com

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:22:20 -0700

Colbie Caillat sits down with Billboard at Women In Music to discuss her career, influences, and advice for young artists.

Colbie Caillat - Bubbly (Live)

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:21:58 -0700

Colbie Calliat plays her hit song "Bubbly" at the Women in Music Conference in New York City.

Billboard Presents Meiko

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:53:04 -0700

Billboard catches up with up and comer Meiko while she performs at New York City's Canal Room.

Billboard Presents Back Door Slam

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:53:19 -0700

Davy Knowles, Ross Doyle and Adam Jones of Back Door Slam come to Billboard to perform songs off their new album Roll Away and to discuss their touring in the U.S.

Billboard Presents Ani DiFranco

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Folk/rock stalwart Ani DiFranco talks about what went into making her new album, "Red Letter Year," and gives Billboard an exclusive acoustic performance of the new material.

Ani DiFranco - Present/Infant (Live)

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0700

In an exclusive Billboard performance, Ani DiFranco plays a live, acoustic version of "Present/Infant," a song from her new album "Red Letter Year."

Billboard Presents Terrence Howard

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:54:33 -0700

Billboard catches up with Terrence Howard as he performs at Joe's Pub in New York's Greenwich Village.

Billboard Presents Matt Wertz

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Indy sensation Matt Wertz goes mainstream with his recently released major label debut Under Summer Sun. He swung by Billboard for an interview and live performance of his single 5:19 before heading out on his fall tour.

Billboard Presents Paul Freeman

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:54:59 -0700

Welsh artist Paul Freeman plays his new single "You and I" exclusively for Billboard. He also discusses how he got signed personally by Clive Davis. Check it out!

Billboard Presents Mutlu

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:55:31 -0700

Philadelphia native Mutlu comes to Billboard to play some tracks off of his new album "Livin' It.". Don't miss his a capella, either!

Billboard Presents The Veronicas

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:58:08 -0700

The Veronicas stopped by to perform their hit singles This Love and Untouched, as well as talk about life in the U.S.

Billboard Presents Alexa Wilkinson

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Radiant singer-songwritter Alexa Wilkinson performs the title track from her new album, "Lions", and talks about her evolution as an artist.

Billboard Presents Delta Goodrem

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Australia's high-flying singer/songwriter Delta Goodrem - who has scored eight #1 singles & three consecutive #1 albums over the past five years - has at last arrived in the U.S. Her first stop, Billboard, for an exclusive interview & performance.

Billboard Presents Menudo

Tue, 04 May 2010 14:42:51 -0700

Resurrected boy band Menudo put the moves on Billboard with a live performance and interview, including legendary manager Johnny Wright. Their new single “Lost” has already found its way to top 40, while the guys just wrapped the Bandemonium tour.

Billboard Presents Between the Trees

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:57:36 -0700

Adele Q&A - Billboard.com

Tue, 04 May 2010 14:44:42 -0700

British sensation Adele dropped by the Billboard studios to talk about her platinum #1 album, and play us her hit single, "Chasing Pavements".

Adele - Right As Rain (Live)

Tue, 04 May 2010 14:44:24 -0700

In this bonus video, Billboard presents the UK's Adele, in an exclusive performance of her song "Right As Rain"- uncut and uninterrupted.

Billboard Presents Paper Rival

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:58:34 -0700

Nashville based alternative rock band, Paper Rival, dropped by the Billboard studios to play us the tune "Cassandra" from their upcoming album Dialog, release date July 3rd.

Billboard Presents Justin Nozuka

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:58:56 -0700

Billboard catches up with Justin Nozuka for an exclusive performance and interview, during his photo shoot for Corbis.

Billboard Presents The Cliks

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:58:35 -0700

Toronto based rockers, The Cliks dropped by the Billboard studios to play us the tune "Oh Yeah" from their latest album Snakehouse.

Billboard Presents Brianna Taylor

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:59:40 -0700

The Real World's Brianna Taylor dropped by the Billboard studios to play her tune "Summertime".

Billboard Presents Secondhand Serenade

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:12:22 -0700

Secondhand Serenade dropped in to perform his song, "Falling For You," and talk about his sophomore album, "A Twist In My Story."

Billboard Presents Virginia Coalition

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:01:03 -0700

Virginia Coalition dropped by the Billboard studios to play us their tune ''Sing Along''.

Billboard Presents Theory of a Deadman

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:01:37 -0700

Theory of a Deadman stopped by the Billboard Studios to play us the tune ''So Happy'' off their new album Scars & Souvenirs.

Billboard Presents Dan Deacon

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:02:10 -0700

Billboard went to the Whitney Museum of American Art to capture the ecstatic performance of Baltimore musician Dan Deacon.

Josh Kelley - Masterpiece (Live)

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:09:55 -0700

Josh Kelley dropped by the Billboard studios to play us his tune ''Masterpiece'' and talk about his new album Special Company.

Billboard Presents George Stanford

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:02:52 -0700

Mercury Records artist, George Stanford stopped by Billboard to play us his tune ''My Own Worst Enemy'' and talk to us about inspiration, his first instrument and upcoming tour with Babyface.

Billboard Presents Dave Yaden

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:02:30 -0700

Dave Yaden, the Los Angeles singer-songwriter who has made a name for himself by writing for artists such as Josh Kelley and Tyler Hilton stopped by the Billboard studios to perform his own tune ''Alexandra''.

Billboard Presents Kate Voegele

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:09:33 -0700

Internet sensation, Kate Voegele is the first artist signed to MySpace's record label and has landed a role on One Tree Hill. She treated us to her song ''Only Fooling Myself''.

Billboard Presents David Martin

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:10:37 -0700

David Martin stopped by the Billboard studios to play the title track off his debut album, ''Something in Your Eyes''.

Billboard Presents Jose Feliciano

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:10:14 -0700

Legendary guitarist, Jose Feliciano dropped by the billboard offices to play his song ''Baker's Thing'' and talk about his new album.

Billboard Presents Taylor Swift

Tue, 04 May 2010 14:38:33 -0700

Just 16 years old, Taylor Swift is already enjoying a platinum album, her self-tilted debut. Taylor stopped by Billboard's New York HQ to play us ''Mary's Song (Oh My My My)."

Billboard Presents Paul Potts

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:09:18 -0700

Britain's Got Talent winner Paul Potts stopped by Billboard to share his amazing voice and to chat about his rocket-like rise from cellphone salesman to worldwide opera sensation.

Sum 41 - Walking Disaster (Live)

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:06:58 -0700

We went to the Starland Ballroom in New Jersey where we caught up with Sum 41 who told us about their new album and performed the single ''Walking Disaster''.

Billboard Presents Cartel

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:10:52 -0700

Billboard caught up with Cartel at their show at Six Flags in New Jersey where they let us in on life in the bubble and played their new single ''Lose It''.

Plain White T's - Hey There Delilah (Live)

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:08:30 -0700

Chicago-based Plain White T's are anything but plain. These young rockers dropped by to perform "Hey There Delilah" from their Hollywood debut "Every Second Counts."

Billboard Presents Sick Puppies

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:06:33 -0700

Aussie imports Sick Puppies have been around for a decade, but are one of the hottest new rock acts to this continents' ears this year.

Allison Weiss: Billboard Underground

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:09:33 -0700

Singer/songwriter Allison Weiss talks about self-releasing her Athens, GA-made ep, "The Way She Likes It," how fans who order it get a package "straight from me," and how "I totally put myself out there." Interview by Mariel Concepcion.

Allison Weiss Performance: Billboard Underground

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:08:43 -0700

DIY singer/songwriter Allison Weiss performs "I'm Ready" at Billboard's New York studios.

Underground : Rosi Golan Live

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:08:10 -0700

Rosi Golan performs Think of Me with guitarist, for Billboard Underground.

Underground : Rosi Golan

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:08:18 -0700

An exclusive interview with Rosi Golan for Billboard Underground, with the presentation of her song I Don`t Wanna Wait.

Underground: Myshel

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:08:24 -0700

Myshel performs Live Again and dicusses the auspicious beginnings of her career.

Underground: Black Violin

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:08:03 -0700

You've never heard hip-hop like this before: violin duo Black Violin play the hits and discuss their role in the music universe.

Black Violin Medley: A Billboard Exclusive

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:22:01 -0700

Black Violin performs a medley of our favorite hip-hop songs, live at Lincoln Center.

Underground: Joe Pug

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:07:55 -0700

This Chicago-by-way-of-Maryland folk songwriter stops by the Billboard office to share songs and stories.

Underground: Alyssa Graham

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Jazz vocalist Alyssa Graham performs an ebullient tune, and speaks exclusively to Billboard about her lush new album, "Echo".

Underground: PT Walkley

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:08:31 -0700

Long Island native PT Walkley describes opening for Coldplay and performs "Daydreaming" from his new album, "Mr. Macy Wakes Alone."

PT Walkley Live: A Billboard Exclusive

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:49:24 -0700

PT Walkley performs "Audrey Macy" off his new album "Mr. Macy Wakes Alone."

Underground: Django James

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:07:48 -0700

Son of Eurythmics & Banarama members, Django James talks dirty dancefloors and punk rock, and performs in NYC with his Magic Squiers.

Underground: Mickey Factz

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:22:47 -0700

Mickey Factz sits down with Billboard and discusses The Achievement, being on the cover of XXL, and the benefit of giving away music for free.

Army Navy: Billboard Underground

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0800

The L.A. band, who brings the best of 90s indie rock into the 21st century, discusses their music, their fans and their future. We're as surprised they're unsigned as you are.

Underground: Todd Alsup

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:06:55 -0700

Up and comer Todd Alsup comes to Billboard to perform his single "The Good Fight."

Underground: Kill The Alarm

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:07:03 -0700

Garen Gueyikian, frontman of Kill The Alarm, comes to Billboard for an exclusive performance and interview.

Underground: The Lovely Sparrows

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:06:23 -0700

Indie-pop act the Lovely Sparrows are true to their name: there's hardly anything unlovely about the group's high-flying guitar lines and clever lyrics. Check out an exclusive performance from the Texas-based band's performance from Piano's in NYC.

Underground: Mink

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:06:34 -0700

Mostly Australian band (and one American) Mink come to Billboard Underground to play their single "Get It Right." While here they discuss working with Sylvia Massy and getting their song "Pressure Pressure" on ESPN!

Underground: Samuel

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:00:09 -0700

Samuel and Mr. JPatt from The Knocks come to Billboard to perform Samuel's single Cincinnati. Samuel discusses the meaning of the song, the building of a new studio with The Knocks, and what it was like working with Dave Trumfio.

Underground: HUSHH

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:54:16 -0700

Connecticut-based group, HUSHH, brings a new meaning to Hip-Hop with their hit "Nobody Grinds As Hard". Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billboard.com

Underground: Company Of Thieves

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:05:55 -0700

Chicago rock band Company Of Thieves has an old soul, but brought their very newest tunes to the Billboard studio this week. Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billboard.com. You can also email Danielle Flora at Danielle@Billboard.com

Underground: My Getaway

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:58:19 -0700

Recently escaping from Florida, My Getway came to the Billboard studios to play us their song ''Heart Attack''. Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billboard.com. You can also email Danielle Flora at Danielle@Billboard.com.

Underground: Gordon Chambers

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:53:57 -0700

Smooth-voiced Gordon Chambers, who has worked as a producer and songwriter with Whitney Houston, Usher and Anita Baker, is now writing hits of his own. Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billboard.com.

Underground: The Amity Front

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:03:07 -0700

Massachussetts based The Amity Front brought their roots rock'n'roll to the Billboard Underground with their tune "Wicked Sin". Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billboard.com.

Underground: TV/TV

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:02:14 -0700

NYC artist TV/TV dropped by the Billboard studios to play us their tune ''Indie Rock Girl''. Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billboard.com. You can also email Danielle Flora at Danielle@Billboard.com.

Underground: Kirsten Price

Tue, 04 May 2010 14:45:49 -0700

British born Kirsten Price brought her sultry sound to the Billboard Underground where she played us the tune ''Fall''. Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billboard.com. You can also email Danielle Flora at Danielle@Billboard.com.

Underground: Taylor Swift

Tue, 04 May 2010 14:38:44 -0700

At just 16 years of age, Taylor Swift is enjoying the success of a platinum record with her self-tilted debut. Taylor stopped by Billboard headquarters in New York to play us her hit ''Tim McGraw''.

Underground: Gavin Mikhail

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:17:47 -0700

Internet sensation, Gavin Mikhail stopped by the Underground studios to play us his tune ''Brave''. Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billboard.com. You can also email Danielle Flora at Danielle@Billboard.com.

Underground: Me Talk Pretty

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:21:31 -0700

NYC rockers Me Talk Pretty stopped by the billboard studios to play us their tune ''Flame''.

Underground: Melissa Young

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:57:43 -0700

Atlanta artist, Melissa Young brings her soulful sound to the Billboard Underground. Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billboard.com.

Underground: Eastbound

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:52:57 -0700

New Jersey's Eastbound dropped by the Billboard studios to play us their tune ''You've Been Moved''. Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billboard.com. You can also email Danielle Flora at Danielle@Billboard.com.

Underground: Chris Pureka

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:51:56 -0700

New Englander, Chris Pureka brings her stark blend of folk music to Billboard with her tune ''Momentary Thief''. Tell us what you think! Email us Underground@Billboard.com. You can also email Danielle Flora at Danielle@Billboard.com.

Underground: Nicole Willard

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:58:51 -0700

California native, Nicole Willard came all the way from the west coast to play us her tune ''My Taste''. Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billboard.com. You can also email Danielle Flora at Danielle@Billboard.com.

Underground: Laura Bell

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:17:17 -0700

Star of Legally Blonde the Musical, Laura Bell came from Broadway to Billboard Underground to give us a taste of her unique rockabilly sound. Email us at Underground@Billboard.com. You can also email Danielle Flora at Danielle@Billboard.com.

Underground: Bryan Master

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:51:10 -0700

Singer-songwriter, Bryan Master flew in from LA to play us his song ''Moments Like This''. Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billboard.com. You can also email Danielle Flora at Danielle@Billboard.com.

Underground: The Messies

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:05:23 -0700

The Messies got down and dirty in the Billboard Studios, exposing body parts and playing their song ''Right Time''. Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billboard.com.

Underground: K~Swift

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:18:11 -0700

New York MC K~Swift is a English literacy mentor to teens in his spare time, but also recently spent a few minutes teaching Billboard some of his rhymes in our studio. Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billboard.com.

Underground: Cass Dillon

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:04:05 -0700

As comfortable on the guitar as he is on the drums, this singer/songwriter delivers a powerful sound whether he's performing solo or with his band Something To Live For.

Underground: Band Of Thieves

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:06:11 -0700

Band Of Thieves gave us a taste of their sweaty rock sound by playing us their single ''Woman''. Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billlboard.com. You can also email Danielle Flora at Danielle@Billboard.com.

Underground: Jacob Miller

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:19:20 -0700

Singer songwriter Jacob Miller stopped by the Billboard studios to play his song ''You Can't Go Back Again''. Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billboard.com. You can also email Danielle Flora at Danielle@Billboard.com.

Underground: Marni Kellison

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:56:57 -0700

Marni Kellison dropped by the Billboard studios to tell us about her good deeds play us her song ''Home'' Tell us what you think! Email us at Underground@Billboard.com. You can also email Danielle Florat at Danielle@Billboard.com.

Underground: Beatymane

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:50:46 -0700

The dirty South migrates North this week, as North Carolina rapper Beatymane brings his club rhymes to the Billboard studios. Email us at Underground@Billboard.com. You can also email Danielle Flora at Danielle@Billboard.com.

Underground: Albright

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:50:06 -0700

Albright featuring Vivian Sessoms stopped by the Underground studio to share their sultry neo soul.

Underground: Mike Del Rio

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:57:52 -0700

Long Island native Mike Del Rio stopped by the Billboard studios to play his song ''My Kind of Love''.

Underground: Screechy Dan

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:15:28 -0700

Brooklyn is hundreds of miles from Jamaica, but Screechy Dan doesn't need proximity to reggae's birthplace in order to pump out his sunny summer reggae tunes.

Underground: The Two Timin' Four

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:05:33 -0700

Coming all the way from Texas, this Two Timin' foursome dropped by the Underground to play us their song ''Lonesome Happy Hour".

Underground: Making April

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:56:49 -0700

Making April who have been a featured artist on Laguna's Beach and were one of the Top 10 Unsigned Artists on MySpace stopped by the Billboard Underground to play their tune ''I Wrote This Song''.

Underground: Jon Hope

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:16:37 -0700

Rap artist Jon Hope stopped by the Underground to perform his song ''Mother Mary'' and give us his perspective on Hip Hop.

Underground: Postmark Twain

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:16:50 -0700

Postmark Twain may sound like a band name straight out of American history text books, but this young duo from New Jersey has a definitively modern sound; the rock group stopped by to share some new tunes with us.

Underground: Carla Duren

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:51:20 -0700

Carla has made a living touring as a backing vocalist for such artists as Deborah Cox, Tamia, Amel Larieux, Pink, Kelis and Talib Kweli. Now she has her own album. And be sure to watch for a suprise reunion.

Underground: Monday In London

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:49:08 -0700

Rock act Monday In London may not be from London, but they did make our day playing us some new tunes from a new EP.

Underground: Jeremy James

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:18:54 -0700

Smooth-voiced Jeremy James has shared the stage with artists like India.Arie, Musiq and Floetry. Now, the young songwriter gets the spotlight in the Billboard studio.

Underground: Tyrone Noonan

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:20:08 -0700

Aussie Tyrone Noonan shares his soul and soulful music with us in the Billboard studios.

Underground: Scott Harris Project

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:00:19 -0700

New York-based pop-rock crew Scott Harris Project didn't have to travel far to perform in our studios, but shared with us nonetheless the song ''Level'' from "In Between a Memory and a Dream."

Underground: Secondhand Serenade

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:01:21 -0700

John Vesely, aka Secondhand Serenade, came from almost nowhere starting in 2004 and has gone on to sell thousands of tracks on his own through popularity on MySpace and PureVolume.

Underground: Renee Stahl

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:59:36 -0700

Soothing California-based songwriter Renee Stahl dropped by our studios to share her laid-back indie-pop tune ''Run''.

Underground: Blip Blip Bleep

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:11:14 -0700

Brooklyn based Blip Blip Bleep dropped by the Underground studios to play us their unreleased song Woo and give us the low down on their quirky name.

Underground: Tim Walsh

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:15:07 -0700

This Connecticut native stopped by the Underground studios to perform the song Message for a Million Lives off his latest album Art For Sale.

Underground: Kate Myers

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:55:30 -0700

Combining traditional singer/songwriter fair with a number of other genres -- from electronica to country to pop -- young Kate Myers dropped by our studios to show us some songs from her most recent effort "Blanket Sky."

Underground: The Kin

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:05:14 -0700

Australian brothers, Isaac and Thorry Koren, are The Kin. The two co-write all their own material, have performed in some of the best live venues in the United States and never fail to deliver harmonies that bring the house down.

Underground: Hot Lava Monster

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:19:33 -0700

Hot Lava Monster's brand of rock 'n' roll is just as scorching as its name implies. The South Carolina-based quartet decided to swing by our studios to give us a taste of their new tunes.

Underground: Monica Giraldo

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:21:19 -0700

Monica Giraldo brought some spice to the Underground studios with the song A Paso Lento from her album Muy Cerca.

Underground: Queen V

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:59:25 -0700

New York's own rocker Queen V swings by the Billboard studios to share some tunes and some attitude.

Underground: Sylvia Tosun

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:02:05 -0700

Vocalist Sylvia Tosun has recorded with the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, was produced by engineers for U2 and Celine Dion and now has swung by the Billboard studios to share some music from her recent album, "Jump In."

Underground: Dead Day Sun

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:52:46 -0700

Australian rockers Dead Day Sun came from half a world away to treat Billboard Underground to a track from their debut album, "Bless the Brooding Heart."

Underground: The Spies

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:02:22 -0700

I spy the Spies' "Eye." The New York-based rock band stopped by our studios to play a new song, fresh from their new EP and from their tour with Bloc Party and Morningwood.

Underground: Janita

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:19:08 -0700

Originally from Finland, Janita now calls New York home. Her sultry sound and powerful lyrics deliver a groovy club-like experience.

Underground: Fooling April

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:20:39 -0700

With a focus on acoustic-edged melodic pop tied to classic and modern-rock sensibilities, Fooling April has appeared with artists like John Mayer, Dave Matthews, Dido, the Strokes, Franz Ferdinand, the Flaming Lips and many more.

Underground: Laura Warshauer

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:17:26 -0700

Playing the guitar at 12 and writing songs by the age of 13 means Laura Warshauer already has a wealth of experience. The New Jersey native fills her songs with conviction and delivers a performance oozing with charisma.

Underground: Akil Dasan

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:49:38 -0700

A Philadelphia native, Akil Dasan is best known for effortlessly combining intelligent lyricism and soulful singing with virtuosic musicianship.

Underground: Toby Lightman

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:05:54 -0700

Self-taught guitarist and songstress Toby Lightman has nailed a record deal with her sultry grooves. Her addictive sound combines with heartfelt lyrics to deliver a powerful message.

Underground: Elizabeth and the Catapult

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:20:28 -0700

Elizabeth Ziman, Peter Lalish, and Dan Molad complete this New York-based 3-piece act. Elizabeth's songwriting skills, tied to a tight jazz/funk sound bring a unique mix to this session of the Billboard Underground.

Underground: Crash Boom Bang

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:21:00 -0700

This rockin' four piece act from the Washington D.C. area has created a name for themselves regionally and is now poised for the next steps in what promises to be a strong upward career trajectory.

Underground: Johnny Hi-Fi

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:18:34 -0700

Despite the name, Johnny Hi-Fi is more than just one person...it's a band that has been variously labeled as the "Radiohead of the boy-band generation," "Asian-Britpop" and "American Coldplay." You decide.

Underground: Lourds

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:56:37 -0700

This four-piece band delivers fire and brimstone twinned with the dynamic sounds of the group's namesake. The rockin' violin playing needs to be seen to be believed.

Underground: Nicola

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:58:38 -0700

This New York-based artist has been featured on ABCNEWS and is a popular performer with fans of the Billboard Underground series.

Underground: Tenzin Choegyal

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:02:29 -0700

Born in the Himalayan Kingdom of Mustang as his family was escaping from Tibet in the early 1970s, Tenzin has called Australia home since 1997. His first and foremost instrument is his massive voice.

Underground: Bandcamp

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:50:37 -0700

A pop-punk band from New York's Long Island, Bandcamp delivers a raw sound infused with fun lyrics and high energy. And yes, the four members all met at camp. Really.

Better On The Other Side

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:00:50 -0700

"Better On The Other Side" - Game feat. Chris Brown, Diddy, Boyz II Men, Polow Da Don and Mario Winans

Liza Minnelli on Michael Jackson

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:11:28 -0700

Michael Jackson's good friend Liza Minelli talked to Billboard earlier this year about what the King of Pop was like.

JET: "She's a Genius"

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:13:05 -0700

JET: "She's a Genius"

JET: "Are You Gonna Be My Girl"

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:52:59 -0700

JET performs "Are You Gonna Be My Girl" at the "Sound Releif" Benefit Show in Melbourne Australia March 14, 2009.

Chris Cester of JET on "She's a Genius" and "K.I.A"

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:54:19 -0700

Chris Cester of JET on "She's a Genius" and "K.I.A"

Daughtry: "No Surprise"

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:21:36 -0700

Daughtry: "No Surprise"

Anvil with director Sacha Gervasi in NYC

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:24:45 -0700

Anvil with director Sacha Gervasi in NYC

Dr. Dre Does Dr. Pepper Ad

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:42:58 -0700

Dr. Dre Does Dr. Pepper Ad

Kanye West NBA clip

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:36:19 -0700

Kanye West's "Amazing" is being used by the NBA this playoff season.

Billboard #1 Hits of the 70s

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:44:59 -0700

Billboard Time Life Hits of the 70s

Valeriya - "The Party's Over"

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:21:42 -0700

Russian pop star Valeriya stars in the music video for her first U.K. single, "The Party's Over."

Music Goes Green: Daniel Lanois

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:13:59 -0700

Daniel Lanois shares his dream of a day when Lake Ontario is once again clean enough to swim in.

Music Goes Green: Ingrid Michaelson

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 07:20:03 -0700

Ingrid Michaelson shares a tip for going green.

Music Goes Green: Josh Groban

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:13:44 -0700

Singer/Songwriter, Josh Groban shares his thoughts on going green.

Music Goes Green: Motion City Soundtrack

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:13:50 -0700

Joshua Cain and Matthew Taylor of Motion City Soundtrack discuss what they do in their personal lives to help the environment.

Music Goes Green: Patti Smith

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 14:17:34 -0700

Patti Smith shares her thoughts on how to go green.

Billboard Cover: 50 Cent, Wisin Y Yandel

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:28:34 -0700

Go behind-the-scenes at the Billboard Magazine cover shoot with 50 Cent and Wisin Y Yandel with associate editor Mariel Concepcion.