HYBE Latin America makes waves with Daddy Yankee; unveils new series

HYBE Latin America, the regional arm of HYBE - the powerhouse behind BTS, KATSEYE, SEVENTEEN, and ENHYPEN - is making major moves with two high-profile launches. First up, Daddy Yankee (now going by DY) kicked off summer with the upbeat, feel-good...

Daddy Yankee of 'Despacito' fame joins HYBE Latin America

Published: 11 Jul. 2025, 17:24 Puerto Rican rapper DY, better known as Daddy Yankee [HYBE LATIN AMERICA] Puerto Rican rapper DY, better known as Daddy Yankee, has signed with HYBE Latin America, the agency said Friday. The reggaeton superstar also...

Musician Ethel Cain issues an apology as historical racist posts surface

Musician Ethel Cain received wide acclaim for her debut album The Preacher’s Daughter, and there’s huge anticipation for the follow up that’s due to be released next month. But in the lead up to new record Wiloughby Tucker, I’ll Always Love You...

Jamaica Organization of New Jersey gala among activities to mark Ja’s 63rd year of independence

WASHINGTON, DC: Jamaica Organization of New Jersey’s (JON-J) annual Awards of Excellence and Independence Gala is set to kick off activities marking Jamaica’s 63rd year of independence, which is observed August 6. The gala, scheduled for Saturday,...

Concert For Peace In Gaza Brings Together Jews And Palestinians

SANTIAGO, Chile — A concert for peace in Gaza brought together Jews and Palestinians at a Catholic church in Santiago. Some 500 people attended the concert for cello, flute, and classical guitar, with two female voices, organized by the Archbishop...

One of Toronto’s Best Musical Festivals Is Happening this Weekend — and it’s Free!

Advertisement The Mixto Festival started in 2019 as an outgrowth of the bloc parties and showcases put on by not-for-profit music presenter Uma Nota Culture. Since then, Mixto has grown to become one of the most intriguing and dynamic summer...

Groundbreaking new Circus Extreme show: “Rock It Out"

Circus Extreme will be visiting Branksome Recreation Ground July 25th to Aug 3rd, 2025, merging modern circus, extreme stunts, classic clowning, and a full live rock band. ROCK IT OUT is a sensory overload designed to thrill, inspire, and...

Pianist Frederick Moyer in concert in Harrison

HARRISON — United Parish Concert Series presents pianist Frederick Moyer at United Parish UCC, 77 Main Street in Harrison, at 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 20. Frederick Moyer is one of the most exciting pianists before the public today. Equally at home...

NJ influencers, Brazilian beatboxers: How nuns took over pop culture 

It was the beatbox heard round the world. In May, a pair of Brazilian nuns were on a local Catholic TV show discussing a vocational retreat when it happened. Suddenly, the duo — in matching powder-blue skirts and white habits — broke into a joyous...

Peeping into Brazil’s Festas de Cavalhadas

Rooted in mediaeval European traditions and transformed over centuries into a uniquely Brazilian expression of history, faith, and festivity, the Cavalhada festival serves as a powerful symbol of syncretism (attempting to combine different beliefs...

Star of the Seas joins Royal Caribbean fleet

Royal Caribbean has taken delivery of Star of the Seas, the latest ship in its Icon Class, following nearly two years of construction at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland. The vessel is scheduled to debut in Port Canaveral (Orlando),...

Stable exchange rates and efficient public administration may provide Caribbean governments the best platform for job-creation investments

Dear Editor, The reality facing school leavers in the Caribbean is graphically illustrated by a commentary entitled “The Silent flight of our youth” in the Barbados Daily Nation newspaper of July 1. The writer, a secondary school leaver about to...

Kent castle garden to celebrate 20th year with tours, music and cream teas

Lullingstone Castle near the village of Eynsford in Kent is set to celebrate this Sunday (July 13) with an event running from 11am until 5pm. The event marks the gardens 20th anniversary since it first opened in in 2005 by creator Tom plant hunter...

ATEEZ Partners Up With Amazon Music for In Your Fantasy Tour Merchandise

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, The Hollywood Reporter may receive an affiliate commission. K-pop boy group ATEEZ has partnered back up with Amazon Music to sell their official tour...

'A place where music comes from': Adam Kline takes over as Nevada City's new mayor

It was standing room only Wednesday night in Nevada City Hall’s council chambers where Councilmember Adam Kline took up the gavel as the city’s mayor ushering out Gary Petersen who served since July of last year. In Nevada City, the mayoral...

Joe Brazil Legacy "Hotter Than July" Music Festival July 20th

Jamaica Organization of New Jersey Honors Community Leaders

WASHINGTON, DC – The annual Awards of Excellence and Independence Gala kicks off Jamaica Organization of New Jersey (JON-J) activities celebrations marking Jamaica’s 63rd year of independence, which is observed August 6. On Saturday, July 19,...

Justin Bieber Releases New Album, 'Swag,' With Surprise Drop

Justin Bieber shocked fans by dropping a surprise album, his first in more than four years, after days of posting photos of himself in the studio. The 31-year-old singer released his seventh studio album, titled “Swag,” on Friday, July 10. The LP...

Colombian Pop Star Camilo on New Music, Upcoming ‘Iconic’ Central Park Performance

From winning the Colombian edition of “The X Factor” in 2007 to earning seven Latin Grammy Awards, Colombian pop star Camilo has steadily risen as one of Latin music’s most exciting voices to watch. Now, with the release of a single that takes aim...

Grant Park Symphony Orchestra conductor Giancarlo Guerrero says he's living a dream come true

Conductor Giancarlo Guerrero lives for music — pulling the best out of every player in an orchestra in the most dramatic way. Guerrero has traveled the world performing. Recently, he sat down with CBS News Chicago to talk about the challenges he...