Billboard is a publication and website that covers the music industry. It was founded in 1894 and is headquartered in New York City. Billboard is known for its music charts, which rank the performance of songs and albums in the United States and other countries. The most famous of these charts is the Billboard Hot 100, which ranks the top 100 songs in the United States based on sales, radio airplay, and streaming activity.
In addition to its charts, Billboard also publishes articles, interviews, and other content on a wide range of topics related to the music industry. These include news on the latest releases and trends, profiles of artists and industry professionals, and analysis of the business of music. Billboard also hosts a number of awards shows and events, including the Billboard Music Awards and the Billboard Latin Music Awards.