Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts.

NEW YORK (Billboard) - R&B singer Akon's "Don't Matter" began a second week at No. 1 on the Hot 100 singles chart Thursday, and he shared the No. 2 spot as featured artist on Gwen Stefani's "The Sweet ...

Acclaimed director and producer David Serero announces the release of his latest film, “AKON: From Africa to the World”, a captivating and emotional portrait of global music icon Akon, tracing his ...

Akon and Eminem's Smack That is at the top of the Irish singles chart for the third consecutive week. The top three singles remained static this week, while Westlife, Razorlight and Fedde Le Grande ...