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Featured Artist: Janet Jackson
Few celebrity siblings can emerge from the shadows of their already famous relations to become superstars in their own right and with their own distinct personalities. That's exactly what Janet Jackson did in becoming one of the biggest female pop and R&B stars of the '80s and '90s. Since her breakthrough in 1986 with the album Control, Jackson's career as a hitmaker has been a model of consistency, rivaling Madonna and Whitney Houston in terms of pop chart success over...
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Janet Trims Racy Segment From Detroit Show
Janet Jackson had to exert a little extra "Discipline" during her concert last night (Oct. 28) at the Palace of Auburn Hills in suburban Detroit. The singer trimmed a three-song section of her Rock...
October 29, 2008
Janet Jackson Hospitalized In Montreal
Janet Jackson "got suddenly ill" during soundcheck for her show at the Bell Centre Montreal last night (Sept. 29) and was rushed to a hospital, according to a statement from her publicist.
September 30, 2008
Janet Jackson Parts Ways With Island Def Jam
After just 14 months on Island Def Jam, Janet Jackson announced today (Sept. 22) her departure from the label. According to Jackson's publicist, the label agreed to dissolve their relationship with...
September 22, 2008
Label Deal In Doubt, Jackson Hits The Road
After the disappointing showing of her latest album, "Discipline," Janet Jackson is again raising questions about her relationship with Island Def Jam.
September 04, 2008
Janet Jackson Sets Sights On Fall Tour, Book
With her sixth No. 1 album in the bag, Janet Jackson next has a tour and a book ready to roll this year. The singer, whose "Discipline" debuted at No. 1 on The Billboard 200 with first-week sales of...
March 07, 2008
Janet Jams
"I think a comeback is when you leave and then you . . . come back," Janet Jackson says by way of introduction of "Discipline," her debut for Island Def Jam. "People are always quick to use that word...
February 24, 2008
Together Again: Janet Jackson
Breezing past a table of talking suits, Janet Jackson makes her way to the not-entirely-private backroom of New York's Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar, with her chef, Cheo, in tow.
February 04, 2008
Best Bets: 2008 Album Preview
There's a wealth of highly anticipated albums heading into stores in 2008 and Billboard has the lowdown of 20 you should check out, from the Mars Volta and Mariah Carey to Nas.
February 20, 2008
Chart Beat: 'Change Is Gonna Come,' Rihanna, Janet
Fred discusses chart action from "Change Is Gonna Come," Rihanna, Janet and more!
November 13, 2008
Ask Billboard
This week, Keith answers questions about music videos, Janet and top-selling albums.
January 11, 2008
Billboard Bits: Oasis, Jenny Lewis, Randy/Janet Jackson
Oasis has confirmed the track list for its new album, "Dig Out Your Soul," due Oct. 7 in North America via the band's Big Brother Recordings label.
July 14, 2008
Janet Jackson Dissatisfied With New Album Promo
Janet Jackson has aired her frustrations with Island Def Jam, whom she claims is no longer supporting her label debut, "Discipline."
June 09, 2008
Chart Beat
Fred discusses Usher's "Love in This Club," American 'Idols,' Janet Jackson and more!
March 06, 2008
Usher Splits With Manager, Publicist
Usher has cleaned house, parting ways with his manager and publicist. In a short statement issued by LaFace/Zomba, it was announced that the artist "has dissolved his management arrangement with Benny...
August 06, 2008
Ne-Yo In A Rat Pack State Of Mind With New CD
Barely a year after his last album, Ne-Yo will return this summer with his third release, "Year of the Gentleman." Due June 24 via Def Jam, the set is led by the Stargate-produced single "Closer," a...
March 27, 2008
Diddy: Cassie CD Will Catch People 'Off Guard'
Cassie is eyeing a September release for her sophomore Bad Boy album, and label head Sean "Diddy" Combs tells Billboard fans are in for a surprise.
April 07, 2008
Janet Dethrones Jack To Top Billboard 200
Dislodging Jack Johnson from the top after a three-week reign, Janet Jackson's "Discipline" bows at No. 1 on The Billboard 200. The Island Def Jam set moved 181,000 copies in the U.S., according to...
March 05, 2008
Chart Beat
Fred discusses Madonna, Tim McGraw, Steve Winwood and more!
May 08, 2008
Mariah Debuts At No. 1 After Monster First Week
Mariah Carey earns her sixth No. 1 on The Billboard 200 as her "E=MC2" bows on top. The Island Def Jam set moved 463,000 copies in the U.S., according to Nielsen SoundScan, making it the diva's...
April 23, 2008
Ross Zooms By 'NOW,' Snoop To Debut At No. 1
Miami rapper Rick Ross scores his second straight chart-topper on The Billboard 200 as "Trilla" (Slip-N-Slide/Def Jam) debuts at No. 1. The set sold 198,000 units in the United States, according to...
March 19, 2008
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Leona Lewis Signs Deal For Autobiography
Leona Lewis, who won U.K. talent TV show "The X Factor" in 2006 and topped charts around the world with debut album "Spirit," has signed a deal to pen her autobiography with publishing house Hodder & Stoughton.
Rihanna Taking No Wardrobe Risks For Malaysia Show
Rihanna will shun skimpy outfits when she performs in Malaysia next month, the concert's organizers said Tuesday, becoming the latest international star affected by the Muslim-majority country's strict rules on performers' dress.
Bandier Hails Million-Selling 'Hallelujah'
Sony/ATV Music Publishing chairman and CEO Martin Bandier has spoken of the longevity and current success of "Hallelujah," which is currently No. 1 in the U.K. singles chart.
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