CORTIS earns its first No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Album Sales chart as “GREENGREEN” debuts with 81,500 copies, marking their second top 10 following 2025’s “COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES.” Other chart debuts include Social Distortion, Josh Groban, Black Veil Brides, and Neil Diamond.

Influencer Gabriela Gonzalez was arrested for allegedly plotting to hire a hitman to kill ex-boyfriend Jack Avery (Why Don’t We) amid a custody dispute. Gonzalez, her father, and her then-boyfriend face attempted murder, conspiracy, and solicitation charges.

The Jonas Brothers launch “Hey Jonas!” podcast via iHeartMedia, premiering May 20. The show features personal stories, fan call-ins, bonus episodes, and exclusive interviews.

Cardi B leads 2026 BET Awards nominations with six; Kendrick Lamar and Mariah the Scientist follow with five each. The ceremony airs June 28 and introduces new categories including Fashion Vanguard and Pulse Awards.

Billy Joel’s camp criticized the upcoming biopic “Billy & Me” as unauthorized and misguided, while the filmmakers defend its accuracy and intent.

Misha Mansoor partnered with Jackson on the Pro Plus Series Juggernaut ET8, an 8-string guitar with EverTune bridge, signature pickups, 27” scale, and limited Nardo Gray finish.

Kraftwerk reissues 1975’s “Radio-Activity” for its 50th anniversary. Once divisive, the experimental album is now viewed as influential and forward-thinking.

Xandria announces new album “Eclipse,” due August 7, described as their most cinematic release. First single “The Shannon’s Home” arrives with a video.

Listverse highlights unusual No. 1 hits

1.“Disco Duck” (Rick Dees)

2. “Star Wars/Cantina Band” (Meco)

3. “Dominique” (The Singing Nun)

4. “Bat Dance” (Prince)

5. “Stars on 45.”

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