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Forbes
14 hours ago
- Business
- Forbes
Drake's Historic Hot 100 Record Has Been Matched — Again
Morgan Wallen ties Drake as his I'm the Problem album has now produced nine Hot 100 top 10 hits, ... More matching Certified Lover Boy — while both. stars trail Taylor Swift. TORONTO, CANADA - JANUARY 13: Rapper Drake leaves the court following the NBA game between the Toronto Raptors and the Golden State Warriors at Scotiabank Arena on January 13, 2025 in Toronto, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by) Drake is, in many respects, the most successful artist ever when it comes to the Hot 100. The Canadian rapper has charted hundreds of songs on Billboard's ranking of the most consumed tracks in America, and though he doesn't claim every record, his legacy is secure. One of Drake's most impressive Hot 100 showings is matched this week — not by another rapper or even a pop superstar — but by the biggest name in country music to emerge in quite some time. Morgan Wallen's new album I'm the Problem debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with the largest opening sum of 2025. Several tracks from the project reach the Hot 100's top 10 for the first time, with several opening in that space and others surging. Wallen is joined by Tate McRae at No. 1 with "What I Want," which debuts in the highest space. The brand new tune "I Got Better" opens at No. 7. At the same time, "Superman," which was released earlier in May as a promotional cut, breaks into the loftiest tier for the first time. The track originally kicked off its time at No. 16 but now rockets to No. 8 in its second stay on the tally. As "What I Want" and "I Got Better" debut inside the top 10 and "Superman" reaches No. 8, Wallen's I'm the Problem has now produced nine top 10 hits on the Hot 100. His full-length is just the fourth in history to score that many smashes, and Wallen is now tied with Drake at this figure. Drake's Certified Lover Boy also produced nine top 10 successes on the Hot 100 when it was brand new. He managed the feat in September 2021 when he occupied all but one slot inside the uppermost region on the ranking. Only one musician has conquered the entirety of the top 10 in one fell swoop — and she's managed to do so twice. Taylor Swift became the first artist to accomplish the incredible showing with her album Midnights, which sent its brand new cuts into the highest region. She repeated that showing and even expanded her reach to dominate the entire 14 highest spaces at one time with 2024's The Tortured Poets Department.
CTV News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Local musicians chosen to open for Dean Brody at Barrie's Troubadour Festival
Three emerging musicians from across the region have been selected to perform as part of the Local Opener Showcase at this year's Troubadour Festival Summer Concert Series in downtown Barrie. The winners—Cam Brown, Rebekah Hawker, and Lance Dobinson—were announced Friday. Each will take the Meridian Place stage on Sat., June 14, each performing 30-minute sets ahead of Canadian country music superstar Dean Brody, who headlines the opening night of the four-part series. 'This is the best news,' said Brown, an acoustic singer/songwriter based in Barrie. 'I'm absolutely ecstatic to be a part of the Local Opener Showcase.' Brown, known for his heartfelt performances at venues across the region, said his sound is influenced by chart-topping artists like Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen, and Kacey Musgraves. Cam Brown Hawker, who blends country and folk, has earned attention after opening for artists such as Jim Cuddy and The Good Lovelies. She was also named the Emerging Artist Showcase winner at the Mariposa Folk Festival. 'Thank you so much,' she said after receiving the news. 'I appreciate this so much and am so excited to be included.' Rebekah Hawker Dobinson, a performer with a passion for classic country and the timeless voice of Elvis Presley, rounds out the trio. He has previously shared the stage with Canadian country artists Aaron Pritchett and Jamie Warren. 'I am certainly honoured to be a part of this event, so thank you,' stated Dobinson. Lance Dobinson Lance Dobinson The Troubadour Festival Summer Concert Series is a free, open-air music event held at Meridian Place, located in the heart of downtown Barrie, presented by CTV Barrie, Pure Country 106, BOUNCE 104.1, and the Downtown Barrie BIA. Along with Dean Brody on June 14, the festival also features headliners The 99s on July 26, Hawksley Workman on Aug. 16, and Brett Kissel on Sept. 6.
Forbes
4 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Tate McRae Debuts At No. 1 On Charts She Likely Never Expected To Reach
Tate McRae scores her first Hot 100 No. 1 with 'What I Want,' a duet with Morgan Wallen that also ... More debuts atop several country charts. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JULY 11: Tate McRae performs at The Greek Theatre on July 11, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by) Tate McRae has spent nearly a decade working toward becoming one of the biggest pop stars in the world. With a string of hit singles and her first No. 1 album in 2025 alone, it's clear she's made her mark. Now she's managed to check another important box in her mission to rise to the top: her first champion on the Hot 100. McRae earns her inaugural leader on the most important songs list in America thanks to an unlikely collaboration with Morgan Wallen. Their joint country-pop effort not only debuts at No. 1 on the Hot 100, but also brings McRae to several Billboard rankings she likely never expected to reach. "What I Want" pairs McRae with Wallen and serves as the latest single from his brand new album, I'm the Problem. The full-length debuts at No. 1 across various tallies, including the Billboard 200, where it earns the biggest debut of the year. "What I Want" conquers the Hot 100, giving McRae her first-ever chart-topper in the U.S. That alone is reason to celebrate, but it's not the only tally where the duet leads the charge. "What I Want" also opens at No. 1 on two of the four weekly Billboard charts focused on country music. The collaboration easily leads both the Hot Country Songs and Country Streaming Songs lists. Simultaneously, the cut also launches atop the all-genre Streaming Songs ranking. McRae and Wallen's "What I Want" also starts inside the top 10 on the Country Digital Song Sales chart, establishing itself not just as a top streamer, but also one of the bestselling cuts in America this frame. The tune is being pushed to a variety of radio formats and appears on both the Pop Airplay and Country Airplay tallies. The track earns McRae her first placement on the Country Airplay list, debuting at No. 55, but several of her own tunes have performed well at pop radio in the past. McRae has previously reached charts like the Hot 100 and Streaming Songs list, but "What I Want" marks her first win in the country space. Impressively, she hits No. 1 on most of the country lists, and reaches the top 10 on her first try on all but one ranking in that style. It takes many musicians years to soar to those spaces – but teaming up with Wallen certainly helps. McRae is also back on two of Billboard's three pop radio lists, as "What I Want" opens on both the Adult Pop Airplay and Pop Airplay tallies. The collaboration starts at No. 32 and No. 38, respectively. It has yet to appear on the Adult Contemporary roster, though that list typically moves at a slower pace, so it could debut there in the coming weeks.
CBC
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBC
Tate McRae earns her first No. 1 hit with Morgan Wallen duet
Pop star Tate McRae has scored her first No. 1 song with What I Want, a duet with country singer Morgan Wallen from his recent album, I'm the Problem. McRae's highest-charting single prior to the song was Greedy, which reached No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 back in January 2024. The song marks Wallen's fourth No. 1 on the chart, and I'm the Problem also topped the Billboard 200. He also made history by breaking the record for the most songs to ever chart on the Billboard Hot 100 in a single week, with 37 songs. LISTEN | Morgan Wallen and Tate McRae's duet, What I Want: The collaboration between the two artists has not been without controversy, as McRae's fans were upset that she was choosing to work with the country star, who used a racist slur in 2021 and was arrested in 2024 for throwing a chair off of a roof. USA Today reported that McRae's fans expressed their disappointment in the comments of her Instagram post on April 8, before the song's release. "Girl don't do this collab ok I love you," wrote @grazihaas, while fan @missajisha commented, "Please Tate stand up!!! Don't do this collab baby girl! You're SO CLOSE!!! This will not end well!!!!!" Another fan, @offdaines, wrote: "Tate…really? That man?" Teen Vogue also shared a piece about the song titled "Tate McRae fans are pissed about her new song with Morgan Wallen," which included tweets such as "Tate McRae collabing with Morgan Wallen...... I'm actually so disappointed in her rn." WATCH | Music writers on Commotion discuss Wallen's album: Several radio stations including SiriusXM and iHeartRadio reacted to Wallen using the racial slur in 2021 by removing Wallen's music from rotation. His record label also temporarily suspended his recording contract. Wallen later apologized on Good Morning America for his use of the racial slur after the video of him saying it was publicized. Black country stars such as Darius Rucker have since forgiven Wallen, while others such as Mickey Guyton faced cyberbullying for condemning him. In December 2024, Wallen pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor counts of reckless endangerment. He is under supervised probation for two years. McRae is currently on tour promoting her album So Close to What, which was released in February and went to No. 1. She will return to Canada in August for shows in Vancouver, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal.
The Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Shaboozy accused of ‘side-eyeing' co-host Megan Maroney in tense onstage AMAs moment
CHART star Shaboozy has been called out by fans for supposedly throwing side-eye at his American Music Awards co-host. The A Bar Song (Tipsy) hitmaker, real name Collins Obinna Chibueze, was caught taking a seemingly cutting glance at Megan Moroney as they presented a joint award during Monday's ceremony. 7 7 7 It came as he teamed up with the Hair Salon songstress to present the accolade for Favorite Country Duo or Group category at the Las Vegas event. Dressed in a smart checked suit, paired with white shirt and black waistcoat, he stood alongside Georgia-born Megan, 27. She read the teleprompter and a phrase referring to country music being at the heart of the AMA history and said: "That same year, Favorite Female Artist went to Lynn Anderson, and this award [Favorite Country Duo or Group] went to the Carter family, who basically invented country music." Her comment about the American folk music group caused Shaboozey to pause, and take a direct glance over his left shoulder, which fans couldn't miss. He then picked the dialogue back up and revealed this year's winners to be Dan and Shay. Yet fans were quick to pick up on his attitude towards the Tennessee Orange hitmaker, despite the fact he eventually laughed the comment off. One fan remarked on X: "Shaboozey's face when Megan Moroney read the teleprompter saying the 'Carter family, who basically invented country music'" Another wrote: "Can't spell Moroney without moron." Yet one sided with the songstress and agreed of the Carters: "They were very important in the early days of country music." Jennifer Lopez slammed by fans over 'embarrassing' American Music Awards kiss with female dancer The Virginia-based Carter Family found fame with tracks including Wildwood Flower, Keep On The Sunny Side and Wabash Cannonball to name a few. They recorded and performed from 1927 to 1956. They are also linked to Johnny Cash, with June Carter Cash marrying the musician in 1968 and helping him ditch booze and return to his religious ways. It is possible crossed wires might have prompted Shaboozy and AMA viewers to believe Megan was referring to Beyonce, who recently released her Cowboy Carter album and is on tour currently. Yet many online made the point that Country music as a genre orginated in the Southern regions of the US. It is believed to be a mix of folk music traditions and influences from the British Isles as well as African American sounds. The latter community are believed to have shaped the genre with their blues and work songs. SHOW SHOCK Yet the moment wasn't the only shock at the AMA's. Jennifer Lopez - who was acting as host - was blasted for what some branded as an "embarrassing" start to the show. Her lively choreography saw the I'm Real popstar, 55, belt out a variety of the year's top hits. As she transitioned from singing Benson Boone's Beautiful Things into Teddy Swims' Lose Control, she swooped in for a kiss with her backing dancers. First she shared a smooch with a male dancer, before a female grabbed her head for an extended snog. The unexpected kisses saw JLo blasted by fans who were left hugely confused by her behaviour. One suggested on X she had "lost the plot" while another posted: "Why is Jennifer Lopez kissing everyone at the AMAs?" Another viewer wrote: "Just looked up from my phone and JENNIFER LOPEZ IS KISSING A GIRL?!?!" Others then suggested the Maid In Manhattan actress had staged the routine intentionally to make ex husband Ben Affleck jealous, after their divorce was finalised. JLo stripped to a semi-sheer catsuit adorned with silver panels and jewel detail for her performance, cutting a glam figure as she styled her hair poker-straight. The AMAs host kicked off with her 2012 tune Dance Again before following with some of the year's top hits including Billie Eilish's Birds Of A Feather and Kendrick Lamar's Not Like Us. The star was back hosting the AMAs after having previously stepped into the role in 2015. The Love Don't Cost A Thing vocalist first graced the AMAs stage in 2001 and has gone onto perform 10 times at the prestigious awards. Previously, event bosses gushed over JLo's return to the AMA's stage - as other stars including Taylor Swift gave the event a miss. It came shortly after her movie star ex Ben opened up on their "embarassing" divorce. 7 7 7 7
