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2018 Latin Grammys: Jorge Drexler Cleans up With Three Wins

November 15, 2018 11:34 PM EST

Jorge Drexler, the Uruguayan artist known for his introspective, finely-crafted music, was the big winner at the 2018 Latin Grammys, taking home the song and record of the year awards for his single “Telefonía” and the best singer/songwriter album for "Salvavidas de hielo."

From left to right: Colleen Theis (COO, The Orchard), Rosie Rivera (CEO, Jenni Rivera Enterprises), Juan Rivera (Vice President, Jenni Rivera Enterprises), Nir Seroussi (President, Sony Music US Latin)

Jenni Rivera Enterprises Signs With Sony Latin, The Orchard for Global Catalog Distribution

November 15, 2018 9:00 PM EST

Jenni Rivera Enterprises has signed a worldwide distribution deal with Sony Music Latin and The Orchard to cover the late singer’s catalog.

Touring

New Kids on the Block Talk Reuniting, Igniting Pop Nostalgia Tours at the Billboard Live Music Summit

November 15, 2018 7:36 PM EST

New Kids on the Block members Danny Wood and Jordan and Jonathan Knight sat down for a panel discussion at the Billboard Live Music Summit on Wednesday (Nov. 14) to reflect on relaunching their boy band careers 10 years ago in 2008 with a reunion tour.

Touring

John Mayer Receives Legend of Live Award; Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift & More Win at Billboard Live Music Awards

November 15, 2018 6:46 PM EST

The first day of the Billboard Live Music Summit concluded with the Billboard Live Music Awards on Tuesday at the Montage in Beverly Hills, hosted by comedian Roy Wood Jr.

Mariah Carey's 'Glitter' Sales Gain 8,374% in U.S. Thanks to #JusticeForGlitter Campaign

November 15, 2018 6:38 PM EST

Thanks to a fan-driven social media campaign, Mariah Carey’s Glitter album surged 8,374 percent in U.S. album sales in the six days ending Nov. 14, according to preliminary sales reports to Nielsen Music.

Latin Grammys 2018 Winners List

November 15, 2018 6:32 PM EST

The 2018 Latin Grammys winners list.

Touring

Maddie Poppe Talks the Whirlwind of Sudden Fame, Her Post-'Idol' Plans at Billboard Live Music Summit

November 15, 2018 6:30 PM EST

'American Idol' winner Maddie Poppe joined manager Jonathan Shank on stage at the Billboard Live Music Summit to discuss her future career goals and performed her new single "Keep On Movin' On."

J Balvin Stars in Google Pixel 3 & YouTube Music's First Spanish-Language Promo: Exclusive

November 15, 2018 5:40 PM EST

J Balvin teamed up with Google Pixel 3 and YouTube Music for a new Spanish-language ad campaign, which you can watch on Billboard below ahead of Thursday night's (Nov. 15) Latin Grammys.

Carlos Vives Wins With 'Vives,' Rosalia Nabs Best Alternative Song & More Early Latin Grammys Winners

November 15, 2018 5:22 PM EST

Carlos Vives, Natalia Lafourcade, and Silvestre Dangond were some of the first winners of the night at the 2018 Latin Grammys. See the complete early winners list on Billboard.

Dolly Parton, Brad Paisley, Keith Urban & More Remember Roy Clark

November 15, 2018 5:20 PM EST

Celebrities celebrate and remember country singer Roy Clark.

Record Labels

Universal Music Group Reports 13% Quarterly Earnings Increase, Thanks to Drake, Post Malone & More

November 15, 2018 5:09 PM EST

The Universal Music Group reported 1.495 billion euros ($1.732 billion) in revenue for the company's third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2018, which represents a strong 13.3 percent increase from the prior year-earlier period when revenues totaled 1.319 billion euros ($1.542 billion).

Kim Porter, Diddy's Ex-Girlfriend & Mother of 3 of His Children, Dead at 47

November 15, 2018 4:46 PM EST

Actor, model, and mother of four, Kim Porter passed away on Thursday (Nov. 15), first reported by TMZ and later confirmed to 'Billboard' by a rep for Diddy.

Legal and Management

XO Records CEO Wassim 'SAL' Slaiby Cancels Annual Birthday Party Due to California Wildfires

November 15, 2018 4:12 PM EST

XO record label CEO and The Weeknd manager Wassim "SAL" Slaiby (also known as Tony Sal) took to Instagram on Thursday to announce the cancellation of his annual birthday party, instead encouraging his followers to donate to help the first responders and those affected by the California wildfires.

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2018 Latin Grammys: Jorge Drexler Cleans up With Three Wins

Jenni Rivera Enterprises Signs With Sony Latin, The Orchard for Global Catalog Distribution

New Kids on the Block Talk Reuniting, Igniting Pop Nostalgia Tours at the Billboard Live Music Summit

John Mayer Receives Legend of Live Award; Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift & More Win at Billboard Live Music Awards

Mariah Carey's 'Glitter' Sales Gain 8,374% in U.S. Thanks to #JusticeForGlitter Campaign

Latin Grammys 2018 Winners List

Maddie Poppe Talks the Whirlwind of Sudden Fame, Her Post-'Idol' Plans at Billboard Live Music Summit

J Balvin Stars in Google Pixel 3 & YouTube Music's First Spanish-Language Promo: Exclusive

Carlos Vives Wins With 'Vives,' Rosalia Nabs Best Alternative Song & More Early Latin Grammys Winners

Dolly Parton, Brad Paisley, Keith Urban & More Remember Roy Clark

Universal Music Group Reports 13% Quarterly Earnings Increase, Thanks to Drake, Post Malone & More

Kim Porter, Diddy's Ex-Girlfriend & Mother of 3 of His Children, Dead at 47

XO Records CEO Wassim 'SAL' Slaiby Cancels Annual Birthday Party Due to California Wildfires

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