Billboard co-chief content officer Jason Lipshutz will author ‘A Whole Lotta History,’ a comprehensive cultural and chart history of One Direction.

One Direction mattered. They mattered to millions of fans who bought their albums, memorized their lyrics, and attended their concerts. And because One Direction mattered, Liam Payne mattered. Liam — ...

The music mogul has mellowed as he thinks about his legacy. By Lulu Garcia-Navarro For an entire year, supporters in Argentina have arranged flowers, photos and letters at a cemetery and the hotel ...

You’d be surprised how many things the One Direction bandmates weren’t allowed to do. Fans have followed the group through it all and know almost everything there is to know about five boys. Founded ...

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 11: (L-R) Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik and Liam Payne of X-Factor band One Direction attend the Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows: Part 1 World ...

In the wake of Liam Payne’s tragic death, The X Factor, the show that launched his career, has released a heartfelt statement. “We are heartbroken by the sad passing of Liam Payne. He was immensely ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 23: (L-R) Recording artists Harry Styles ...

Liam Payne, an English singer and former member of One Direction, one of the most successful boy bands in the world, has sadly died at the age of 31. Who was Liam Payne? Here’s what to know about the ...