• The Weeknd 'Can't Feel My Face' Music Video Concept Accused of Plagiarism

    The Weeknd's music video for his new Beauty Behind the Madness single "Can't Feel My Face" made huge waves across the Internet upon its release, even launching the song to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, but was the concept for the visual stolen? According to director Mitch Moore, the video was almost identical to an unreleased promo he shot for Majical Cloudz.

  • OMI 'Cheerleader' Leads The Weeknd, Selena Gomez, Fetty Wap on Hot 100

    It's another week on top for OMI. For the sixth non-consecutive week, the Jamaican singer's summer smash single "Cheerleader" sits atop the Billboard Hot 100. For the second week in a row, OMI was able to hold off The Weeknd from the top of the charts, though everyone from Selena Gomez to Fetty Wap are making major gains on the chart.

  • The Weeknd Drops 18-minute Preview to 'Beauty Behind The Madness' [LISTEN]

    The Weeknd is poised to have one of the biggest pop record releases of 2015, with five singles already reaching the Billboard Hot 100, including the No. 1 hit "Can't Feel My Face." Now you can listen to an 18-minute mash-up, titled "The Leak," of the neo-R&B singer's album 'Beauty Behind The Madness' on Soundcloud.

  • The Weeknd "The Madness" North American Tour Announced

    The Weeknd has announced a 22-date fall North American tour in support of his upcoming album Beauty Behind The Madness. The tour will take over arenas all over North America, kicking off in his home city of Toronto on Nov. 3 at the Air Canada Centre. The tour will span a month and half ending in sunny Miami on Dec. 19 at the American Airlines Arena. The "Can't Feel My Face" crooner will be joined on the road by Banks and Travi$ Scott.

  • The Weeknd Max Martin Collab, Ed Sheeran, Waka Rap Battle With GQ

    All eyes have been on The Weeknd, real name Abel Tesfaye, following the success of his single "Can't Feel My Face." They will stay there as he preps for the release of his new album Beauty Behind The Madness, set for release on Aug. 28. The "Earned It" crooner had a chat with GQ and discussed working with super producer, songwriter Max Martin, who has been integral in writing the new album, Kanye West and a late night rap battle between Waka Flocka Flame and Ed Sheeran.

  • Billboard Hot 100 Festival Set Times Announced: Schedule Now

    The Billboard Hot 100 Festival has unveiled its complete set times for the two-day music event's inaugural edition. At first glance, the bookers have done a very good job at spreading out the major acts and avoiding any glaring conflicts that are a constant at festivals. Instead attendees will should be able to see headliners like Lil Wayne, Axwell / Ingrosso, Skrillex, Justin Bieber, Nicki Minaj and The Weeknd knowing they aren't missing another major act.
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