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“BTS paved the way for K-pop artists.” — Jihyo of TWICE

One of Michael Jackson’s unexpected influences was Bob Fosse’s performance as The Snake in The Little Prince (1974). Fosse’s sharp, controlled movements resemble elements that later became part of Jackson’s signature style. Like James Brown, Fred Astaire, and Gene Kelly, Fosse is widely recognized as one of the artists who helped inspire Michael’s creative vision.

“I had the chance to sign Drake before he blew up, but I couldn’t afford the $1 million asking price. His early demos sounded like Eminem. Not long after, Banky W introduced me to Wizkid.” — Akon

Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” has now spent 200 consecutive days on the Global Spotify chart, earning 3.7 million streams yesterday. It peaked at #1 and has surpassed 3 billion streams on Spotify.

Since joining Real Madrid, Kylian Mbappé has been eliminated by Lamine Yamal in five consecutive knockout matches for club and country.

The Kid LAROI and Justin Bieber’s “STAY” has now surpassed 4 billion streams on Spotify.

Ariana Grande is reportedly dating Ricky Alvarez again. — TMZ Reports

Michael Jackson reaches 25.14 billion streams on Spotify across all credits.

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BTS’ “NORMAL” music video is set to premiere exclusively on Spotify on July 17 at 1pm KST.

All members of TWICE are now eligible to vote at the Grammys as voting members of the Recording Academy.

The members of TWICE have reportedly been in discussions with different agencies, with separate agencies for their solo activities while remaining under the same agency for group activities.

Jihyo has reportedly parted ways with JYP Entertainment after 21 years with the company. She will remain a member of TWICE. Wish you the best.

Michael Jackson remains at #1 on the Global Digital Artists Ranking for 42 consecutive days with 5,199 points. — He is the longest-charting artist on the Global Digital Artists Ranking in 2026.

Michael Jackson’s Off the Wall has now surpassed 2.5 billion streams on Spotify.

Wizkid’s SOUND FROM THE OTHER SIDE is 9 years old today. The notable achievements: – 306 million Spotify streams – The first African album of the 21st century to debut on the Billboard 200. – 2018 Headies Best RnB/Pop Album Award – The first Afrobeats album to debut on the Netherlands Official Albums Chart. – The first Afrobeats album to debut on the UK Official Albums Chart. – The first Afrobeats album to debut on the Canadian Albums Chart. – SFTOS became the first Afrobeats album since Asa's Beautiful Imperfection and Asa to chart on France's official SNEP chart. – The second Afrobeats album to chart in both Belgium Wallonia and Flanders. – One of the highest-charting African albums in Billboard World Albums chart history.

Happy 9th anniversary to the album that opened international doors for Afrobeats: Sounds from the Other Side by Wizkid.

Jung Kook is the K-pop soloist with the most top-five hits in Billboard Hot 100 history, with three top-five hits.

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BTS’ “Swim” is the first and longest-running 2026 song to spend 16 weeks in the top 10 of both the Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global Excl. U.S. charts.

Lizzo’s “B*TCH” received 39K streams on Spotify yesterday.