Brandy is a Los Angeles based content creator.
In conversation with Brandy-Baye Robidoux, Andy opens up about growing up in the scene—from stepping on stage at 16 to returning to Warped Tour at 34—and how the tour became a turning point in understanding just how deeply his music resonated with fans. He opens up about the importance of lifting up new voices, how being bullied as a band shaped his ethos, and more.
Atlantic Records artist Kami Kehoe chats with reporter Brandy Baye Robidoux in a new interview for Idobi Radio - Warped Tour Edition.
The Hella Mega tour felt like two different iterations of my life clashing together.
Suga broke down sobbing while performing "Dear Friend" on his D Day tour ahead of his upcoming military enlistment.
One of my all-time favorite quotes is by the late Anthony Bourdain, who once said, "Travel isn't always pretty. It isn't always comfortable. Sometimes it hurts, it even breaks your heart. But that's okay. The journey changes you; it should change you."
Brandy Baye Robidoux sits down with the pop star to chat about new music, and his viral Super Bowl commercial for Cheetos.
John Mayer hit the stage in Hollywood before Super Bowl LVI.
If there's one thing The Maine has done well as a band since their debut in 2007,it'shaving found their niche. The Tempe, Arizona, natives have been at the forefront of the pop-rock scene for more than a decade. While many of their peers from the aughts retreated from the spotlight, The Maine boastsadmirable longevity - not to mention musical evolution.
In Elite Daily's I Can Explain... series, we're asking celebrities to revisit their most memorable photos and tell us what really went down behind the scenes. In this piece, we chat with Peach PRC, a budding pop starwith an affinity for wearing pink and penning beloved earworms. When it comes to honest hit-making, Peach PRC has no problem telling the truth - even when it hurts.
From Tate McRae to Gracie Abrams, Arlo Parks to Jake Wesley Rogers, these rising artists are bound to make waves in 2022. Whether their hits go viral on TikTok or become a fave with your BFF, listen to these stars now - before everyone else gets to know them.
While some artists make a point to separate their personal lives from their music, Bella Thorne isn't that type of person. The actress-turned-influencer and recording artist prides herself on making music that listeners can relate to, and she's not afraid to inject a heavy dose of her personal life into her lyrics.
To say the life story of TikTok star Nessa Barrett is unconventional would be an understatement. After making a TikTok account for fun with friends as a senior in high school, Barrett racked up nearly 10 million followers within her first year on...
Ukiah, California, natives AFI have reinvented themselves so many times over the years, one would wonder how their artistry consistently demonstrates originality. Yet, the band always seems to find a wealth of inspiration every time they hit the recording studio, and their latest full-length album, Bodies, breathes new life into their discography.
Now and again, a song comes along that perfectly captures a feeling. Music can encompass emotion better than anything else. And when two superstar artists are on the same track, that's the perfect recipe for elevating that emotion even more.
Lennon Stella makes the kind of music that hooks you with one listen. It's the reason her 2018 debut single, "La Di Da," solidified her as a singer-songwriter in her own right outside of her musical TV role on Nashville and her many viral YouTube...
Artists already have a lot to prove when they release their first album, but when it comes to those with already-impressive resumes like Amber Riley, the bar is even higher. Riley showed off her vocal chops for six seasons on the FOX dramedy-musical...
Travis Barker's co-sign holds a lot of weight for any rocker on the rise, and there's one artist he's been tossing his support behind for quite some time: Kenny Hoopla, the Cleveland native making major waves with each consecutive song he releases.
When Ava Max released her song "Sweet But Psycho" in August 2018, it instantly became an inescapable hit. Every Top 40 radio station had it on repeat, and it reached No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart by May 2019. Her songs "Not Your Barbie Girl"...
When the Plain White T's released their album All That We Needed in January 2005, it wasn't their debut, but it was what put them on the map. The band actually formed in 1997, and they already had two albums and a small but loyal fanbase under their...
Usually, Jessie Reyez seems to have the right words, but on Nov. 20, she was utterly speechless. It was the day she found out she was nominated for a 2020 Grammy Award - just one of the highlights of her whirlwind musical journey thus far. Reyez has...
When it comes to YouTube super-stardom, David Dobrik is at the top of his game. He started out in 2013 as a fun-loving Viner, and when he migrated over to YouTube in 2015, his following only grew. Since then, his YouTube channel has gained 16.7...
Insider is reminiscing about the past 10 years of musical greats with a series of opinion essays dedicated to the artists who inspired fans around the world. Here, writer Brandy Robidoux explains why she believes Lady Gaga is the greatest artist of the decade.
While many K-pop groups are known to be enigmatic and keep their true selves shelved far from the media spotlight, the Monsta X guys have never been afraid to show the world exactly who they are.
What happens when music worlds collide? While cross-genre collabs can sometimes be a gamble, David Lee Roth and Armin van Buuren seem to have hit the right note with their official studio remix for "Jump." The classic track got the ultimate makeover thanks to the Dutch DJ, and as for Mr. Roth, well - he was on-board from the beginning.
Here's a game-changer for you, music lovers. It's common knowledge a spot atop the Billboard 200 is the ultimate success marker for many artists, but, newsflash: Billboard is changing up its rules. That coveted No. 1 chart spot might be a little...
Whether you're gearing up to throw an epic Halloween bash, or just looking to bump some sinister beats with your friends, the best Halloween songs and perfect playlist are essential when October rolls around. While we love a good classic, ("Monster Mash" is a forever bop), sometimes - it's fun to shake things up on the dancefloor.
Maggie Rogers, 24, rose to fame in 2016 with her hit song "Alaska," and now, she's finally ready to debut her first full-length album. Her highly-anticipated record, Heard It In A Past Life, is due out in January, and the singer caught up with HollywoodLife at the 2018 Billboard Women In Music Awards to reveal the meaning behind the album's standout single, "Light On," and more!
DJ Ross One (née Ross Schwartzman) has become a well-known staple within the elite nightlife circuit. He's played at VMA after parties, private celeb events and a swanky fashion bash for Louis Vuitton, to name a few. Last year, he was signed to Jay Z's Roc Nation Management.
The 'Thrift Shop' rapper gets real about the power of music, the importance of self care, & reveals whether fans can expect new music in 2019, in an EXCLUSIVE interview. Macklemore , AKA Ben Haggerty, has a story to tell - one that reaches beyond the parameters his chart-topping hits.
Insider visited Knott's Scary Farm, the spooky seasonal event at Knott's Berry Farm, and it brought the term "Sunday Scaries" to a whole new level.
Just in time for summer, Rotimi is back with new music and his latest single, "Love Riddim" contains all the island vibes you'll need to kick off the warm weather months.
It's been five years since Robin Thicke released his last full-length album, Paula, but new music is indeed on the way, he assures HollywoodLife. We caught up with the 42-year-old singer following the release of his soulful new track, "That's What Love Can Do," to get get the scoop on the song's meaningful lyrics, and when fans can expect to see his highly-anticipated record.
Fresh off a national tour with "Here" songstress Alessia Cara and a stint at SXSW, singer/songwriter/producer Kevin Garrett has had a whirlwind year without even releasing a proper debut album. The Brooklyn-by-way-of-Pittsburgh rep's initial offering, 2015's Mellow Drama EP anchored by the singles "Coloring" and "Control," has garnered praise from the likes of Sam Smith and Katy Perry yet his mood music is enough proof that this 25-year-old has soul.
We're chatting LIVE with the Grammy winning artist!
If you think "Closer" might be one of the catchiest songs of the year, you're not alone. The Chainsmokers are still sitting at the top of the charts after a 6-week reign, and with collaborator on the track, they could very well may stay there even longer.
A well-dressed man is a correctly dressed man," John Legend's longtime stylist tells Billboard. David Thomas, who has styled Lionel Richie, Calvin Harris, and Boy George, knows exactly what works for Legend, after working with the singer since 2009.
You've been there before: You're scrolling through your Instagram feed when you see your favorite celeb post about their favorite new product - a face serum, vitamins that will make your skin brighter, or a specialty food service. You can't help but...
Last year Hunt covered Billboard's Men of Style issue after proving his style is anything but safe (his style hero? Pharrell Williams whose "carefully careless vibe" Hunt admires). This year, Hunt once again wasn't afraid to take risks, donning a pink cotton Dolce & Gabbana suit to the Grammy Awards where he was nominated for both Best New Artist and Best Country Album.
For her David Bowie tribute, Lady Gaga paired her custom Marc Jacobs Kansai Yamamoto-inspired outfit with simple Stuart Weitzman white oxford shoes. Billboard spoke to Weitzman about working with Gaga, who is known for wearing his designs -- read more about their collaborations on and off the red carpet in the exclusive interview below.
At just 16, Sabrina Carpenter is already starring in the hit Disney television show Girl Meets World , is on the verge of releasing her second studio album Eyes Wide Open, and currently boasts a whopping 5.7 million Instagram followers.
Murda Beatz has made his mark on so many tracks that it's nearly impossible to turn on the radio and not hear his famous "Murda on the beat" catchphrase. Between his impressive start in Atlanta with Migos, and eventually putting in work with Drake, ( "Nice For What") the hit-maker has solidified his spot as one of the top producers in the game.
wowed everyone with her Lorde David Bowie tribute at the 2016 Brit Awards and displayed an understated-yet- glam beauty look as flawless as her performance. David Bowie's Son Applauds 'Beautiful' Brit Awards Tribute Makeup artist Amber D., a former art student who has worked with Lorde since meeting her at a photo shoot in 2013, created her "shimmering smoky eye" and spoke exclusively with Billboard about how she did it.
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