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Charlamagne Tha God Launches New Service To Address Mental Health In The Black Community
Source: Slaven Vlasic / Getty The stigma against mental health affecting Black people is something that isn’t addressed enough. Charlamagne Tha God continues to press to change that with a new state-of-the-art mental health service dedicated to the generational support of the Black community. The nationally syndicated radio host has launched the Mental Wealth Alliance (MWA). The foundation aims to destigmatize mental health and accelerate far-reaching care using state-of-the-art mental health outreach and support nationally. Hoping to raise $100 million over five years MWA will partner with Black-led organizations to address the plight of Black mental health by educating students, training Black research and clinical services providers, and providing free therapy to Black Americans. For Ch...
Syd’s Reflection, Brittany Howard’s High, And Other (Love) Songs We Love
R&B sister duo Chloe x Halle can make romance sound heavenly with honeyed harmonies on cuts like “Ungodly Hour” and “Don’t Make it Harder on Me,” but they can also make it sound deadly. “Tipsy,” a deliciously explicit standout track from Ungodly Hour, leans into the more intoxicating nuances of love: infatuation, jealousy, and revenge. “I might be a little tipsy on your love / Makes me a little crazy, so what,” the two sing in its dark but dreamy chorus, shrugging off threats they’ve made towards boys who dare break their hearts. While the breakdown in the bridge provides a moment of brevity – “We just havin’ fun,” they coo – it really shouldn’t be that hard, right? As the two say: “If you love your little life, then don’t fuck up.” —Carson Mlnarik You Deserve to Make Money Even When y...
Pink Sweat$ Wants To Take You To Pink Planet
By Mark Braboy If the response to the COVID-19 pandemic has reminded the country of anything, it’s that love still makes a difference. It’s what West Philadelphia’s own Pink Sweat$ has been demonstrating while residing in the capital of country music, Nashville. Since 2020, the “At My Worst” singer has been giving back to his native city by donating over $30,000 to local organizations that provide food for the homeless. And by his account, part of what motivated him was going through those hard times himself. “At one point, I got evicted from my home. I’ve been through a lot, dealing with the music industry, so it’s always thinking, like, why were things when I was in those positions that I needed? And trying to do that,” he tells MTV News. While working on his dreamy and senti...
The Real World: New York Cast Is Having A Historic Homecoming
Strangers Becky Blasband, Andre Comeau, Heather B. Gardner, Julie Gentry, Norman Korpi, Eric Nies and Kevin Powell were known for “being real” as they lived together for a few months in a New York City loft almost 30 years ago. Now, the reality television trailblazers — who made their debut on MTV in May 1992 — are about to have their “lives taped” once again in the Big Apple. This is a “true story”! Paramount+, the highly anticipated streaming service from ViacomCBS, and MTV Entertainment Studios, today announced that MTV’s THE REAL WORLD franchise is returning to kick off the March 4th launch of the rebranded service. The first REAL WORLD installment will reunite the original New York cast in the iconic NY loft for THE REAL WORLD HOMECOMING...
DEF LEPPARD’s PHIL COLLEN And JOE ELLIOTT Are Writing ‘Some Really Killer Stuff’
DEF LEPPARD‘s Phil Collen was recently interviewed by Sweetwater‘s Nick Bowcott. During the 70-minute chat, which can be seen below, Collen offered his insights on songwriting and arranging, the art of layering guitars and vocals, working with producer Robert “Mutt” Lange, using heavy-gauge strings and metal pickups, Jackson guitars, his pre-DEF LEPPARD years and DEF LEPPARD‘s multi-million-selling “Hysteria” album. Asked about his current and upcoming projects, Phil said: “We’ve [DEF LEPPARD] got some dates booked this year, but it all depends on the vaccine — if they even open the places up; that’s what we’re waiting on. So we’re booked. We’re good to go. We’re ready to go. I’m at fighting weight. E...
SEETHER Releases ‘Fan Version’ Of ‘Dangerous’ Video
SEETHER has shared a special fan version video of its hit single “Dangerous” that features an array of at-home performances submitted by a collection of its most ardent and talented admirers. The video premiered on SEETHER‘s official YouTube channel this morning along with the band’s heartfelt message of appreciation for their fans’ unwavering support of their latest album, “Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum” (If You Want Peace, Prepare For War). Released last summer, the album debuted at No. 2 on Billboard‘s Hard Rock chart while “Dangerous” hit No. 1 at rock radio for three consecutive weeks last fall. Last month, SEETHER shared the official music video for the LP’s second single, “Bruised And Bloodied”. Previously the...
AEROSMITH’s JOEY KRAMER Has No Interest In Making Solo Album
On February 10, AEROSMITH drummer Joey Kramer spoke with Darren Paltrowitz, host of the “Paltrocast With Darren Paltrowitz”, about his upcoming Rock ‘N’ Roll Fantasy Camp masterclass, his memoir “Hit Hard: A Story Of Hitting Rock Bottom At The Top”, life during COVID-19, living in Texas, proud accomplishments, his coffee company and more. Asked if fans can ever expect to see a Joey Kramer solo album, the drummer replied: “This might really surprise you, but I haven’t really questioned it seriously at this point. But I don’t know that I really have a desire in me to do a solo album. There’s too many other things that I would like to get involved with, in terms of helping people and just being a positive influence on Lord knows what...
CHRIS JERICHO’s KISS Covers Band KUARANTINE Is Back With Third Single, ‘Love’s A Deadly Weapon’
Last year, FOZZY singer Chris Jericho joined forces with TRIXTER bassist P.J. Farley (TRIXTER), guitarist Joe McGinness and drummer Kent Slucher to form a 1980s KISS cover band called KUARANTINE. The band’s latest video, for the song “Love’s A Deadly Weapon”, which originally appeared on KISS‘s 1985 album “Asylum”, can be seen below. Jericho said: “After the huge response to the first two KUARANTINE singles and the hundreds of thousands of views and streams they accrued, we agreed it was time to release our next magnum opus, ‘Love’s A Deadly Weapon’. It’s heavy, trashy, proggy and most importantly, catchy AF! So cuddle up to your Valentine and enjoy the filthiest love song ever… You’re welcome.” KUARA...
Paper Idol Delivers Catchy Indie-Infused Smash “Tightrope”
Although it’s been a while since we’ve heard from Paper Idol, the budding talent isn’t going anywhere. Back in October, he released his effortlessly catchy single, “Clouds.” Just a few months later, the Los Angeles-based artist returns with his follow-up, “Tightrope,” out via CloudKid. Paper Idol states “Tightrope” is about “the things we crave the most, and how they can bring as much pain as pleasure.” The track embraces his signature blend of indie and electronic music. His charming vocals are featured throughout the tune and are accompanied by lively percussion and intermittent synth stabs, creating a groovy environment we can’t get enough of. Paper Idol aims to create music that enlivens and inspires lis...
Rebecca Black Releases Remix Celebrating 10 Years of “Friday” with Dorian Electra, Big Freedia, and 3OH!3
Rebecca Black debuted a hyperpop remix of her viral single “Friday,” celebrating its 10th anniversary. The new release marks the second offering from her in 2021, following “Girlfriend.” The remix is produced by Dylan Brady of 100 gecs and features pop music agitator, Dorian Electra, Big Freedia, and 3OH!3. In a press release, Black shared, “Friday has this accidental campiness that was part of making it what it was, and through the years, camp has been something I’ve only further tried to embrace.” After ten years of some of the most brutal criticism an artist could receive, Rebecca Black is still in the game, carrying the torch, and writing hit singles. In 2011, at the age of 13, Rebecca Black’s life changed forever when her ...
mau5trap Releases “we are friends vol. 10” Featuring New Tracks From deadmau5, Wolfgang Gartner, Grabbitz, and More
After much anticipation, mau5trap has released we are friends vol. 10, an eighteen-track compilation featuring brand new music from the label. This includes the boss himself, deadmau5, as well as a slew of friends and fellow label artists. Many of these producers have been featured on the previous volumes and this might be their best compilation to date. Over the years, the legendary label has released an awe-inspiring compilation featuring artists from across the board. For the 10th edition of the we are friends series, mau5trap takes a different turn. Instead of featuring blooming new artists, they focus on an incredible lineup of artists from the label’s history. Starting the compilation off is the mau5trap overlord, deadmau5, who offers “Arguru 2k19,...
Gryffin and Two Feet Unite For Their Heartfelt New Single, “I Want Love”
Renowned future bass and dance-pop producer, Gryffin, has united with Two Feet for their heartfelt new single, “I Want Love.” Out now on Darkroom Records, this idyllic track showcases a balanced blend of seemingly juxtaposing styles. Platinum-certified singer-songwriter, Two Feet, is known for his atmospheric and moody lyrics—often expressing deep-seated feelings of longing, heartbreak, and uncertainty. Conversely, Gryffin has established himself as a melodic musician catering to uplifting, feel-good soundscapes. Pairing the soulful songwriting and vocals from Two Feet with Gryffin’s soft sonic style, the duo generated “I Want Love,” a melodic mid-tempo masterpiece. “I Want Love” marks the first collaboration fro...
