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At this year’s World Economic Forum in Davos, will.i.am used a CNBC interview to lay out how he thinks artificial intelligence, streaming and live shows are reshaping the business that made him a star. The Black Eyed Peas founder, who now teaches a course on personal AI at Arizona State University in collaboration with Eduify, said the current wave of AI generated tracks is only an early stage. “AI slop, this is the worst it is ever going to be right now,” he told CNBC, addi

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Charlie Rocket built his name behind the scenes. As a music executive and manager, he helped elevate the careers of major artists like 2 Chainz. But his journey to cultural leadership did not start in boardrooms or onstage. It began with a series of personal sacrifices, health battles, and one radical decision to walk away from the life he once believed was his dream. That story took center stage in a wide ranging conversation with Ray Daniels on The GAUDS Show, where Charli

As the music industry charts a new course in 2026, Billboard's editorial team sat down for a roundtable discussion reflecting on the most pivotal moments of 2025 and outlining the narratives likely to shape the year ahead. From historic lawsuits to tech breakthroughs, their predictions paint a landscape defined by rapid change, legal tension, and evolving creative control. Island Records Reemerges as a Powerhouse Label performance in 2025 saw both legacy imprints and newer p

Apple Music's Rap Life Review launched its first episode of 2026 with a full circle moment: the return of longtime host Nadeska Alexis and a forward facing conversation about the artists shaping hip hop’s near future. The roundtable included Nadeska, Ebro Darden, Eddie Francis, Lowkey and Nick. Together, they used the new year kickoff to spotlight emerging talent and challenge assumptions about what makes an artist worth watching. Nadeska’s return was acknowledged at the top

The first episode of 2026 for the "Effective Immediately" radio show aired this week with DJ Hed and Gina Views returning to the studio after the holiday break. Their debut show of the year was a mix of personal stories, commentary on current rap discourse, and a look ahead at what’s next in music and culture. The episode opened with DJ Hed’s birthday celebration. Gina surprised her co-host with a buttercream cake and birthday decorations. While reflecting on his time away f