Springsteen played “Streets of Minneapolis” Friday (July 24) after receiving the ACLU Ralph Ellison Award for Defenders of Civil Rights and Civil Liberties in the Arts, Business, Science and Sports.

• Associated Press

Weezy was named as part of the star-studded class of 2027.

• Michael Saponara

The organization has announced the nominees for the 2026 IBMA Industry Awards and the 2026 IBMA Momentum Awards.

• Jessica Nicholson, Paul Grein

Billboard Japan spoke with her0ism, who shared his perspective on the current state and future of the industry.

• Billboard Japan

The event will coincide with Billboard Latin Music Week.

• Jessica Roiz

Billboard’s first look at some of the top contenders at the 69th annual Grammy Awards.

• Paul Grein

Latin hitmaker Edgar Barrera and Nir Seroussi, president of Interscope Capitol Miami, attended the ceremony.

• Jessica Roiz