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Ariana Grande Joins Thundercat for Surprise Performance of “Them Changes” at Adult Swim Festival: Watch
In 2018, Ariana Grande made her BBC Live Lounge debut with a cover of Thundercat’s “Them Changes”. Fast forward two years, and both artists have now come together for a joint performance of the 2015 Drunk single. The surprise collaboration went down Friday evening during the virtual Adult Swim Festival. “It… Please click the link below to read the full article. Ariana Grande Joins Thundercat for Surprise Performance of “Them Changes” at Adult Swim Festival: Watch Lake Schatz You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help give users ba...
THERION To Release ‘Leviathan’ Album In January
Sweden’s symphonic metal pioneers THERION have released the title track from their upcoming 17th studio album, “Leviathan”, The disc is due on January 22, 2021 via Nuclear Blast. Balancing ominous atmosphere and powerful, seducing chants, “Leviathan” succeeds in virtually conjuring the mythical sea creature the song has borrowed its name from. THERION has always been a band that challenged itself to explore new paths, while remaining true to its musical core values. For its 17th studio album, “Leviathan”, mastermind Christofer Johnsson and his collaborator Thomas Vikström have created something that has been previously unthinkable to the guitarist and the singer. “We have done the only thing that was left of all the different angles to explor...
PANTERA’s REX BROWN On VINNIE PAUL’s Drumming: ‘Everything That He Did Was Just Rock Solid’
Earlier today (Friday, November 13), former PANTERA bassist Rex Brown spoke to The Pit staff writer Chris Krovatin about the 20th-anniversary reissue of the band’s final album, “Reinventing The Steel”. You can now watch the full chat below. Asked what it was about Vinnie Paul Abbott‘s playing that really made PANTERA‘s drums what they were, Rex said: “Good God, man. [I’ll] state the obvious — it’s his meter. I mean, everything that he did was just rock solid. He had an uncanny way of when the song was trying to fly, or the adrenaline [was] really pumped up when we [were] playing, he would sometimes lay back a little bit instead of going for it. So he would keep that pocket just right where it needed to be. “You’re gonna find that ...
COREY TAYLOR Plays Socially Distanced Show In Front Of 12 People, Calls It An ‘Unbelievable’ Experience
SLIPKNOT and STONE SOUR frontman Corey Taylor played a private, socially distanced, secret show on November 5 in the Los Angeles area. Five lucky winners were selected to attend, with each winner also getting to bring a guest. The event was part of an effort to generate donations for the the Sweet Relief COVID-19 Fund. Fans hoping to attend the show were asked to make a $5 donation (or more) to enter for their chance to win. On Thursday (November 12), Corey uploaded a video recap of the event, and he included the following message: “Unbelievable feeling being back in front of a crowd, even if it was only 12 people! Last week’s socially distanced secret show in LA was a blast. We played live music again and raised money for @sweetreliefmusiciansfund. Thanks to everyone who donat...
AC/DC’s BRIAN JOHNSON Says He Buried His Head In A Bottle Of Whiskey After Being Sidelined With Hearing Issues
Angus Young and Brian Johnson of AC/DC recently joined Zane Lowe on Apple Music to discuss their 17th studio album, “Power Up”, which was released today (Friday, November 13). They spoke about deciding to release the LP now, Johnson‘s return after suffering hearing loss, being grateful to GUNS N’ ROSES singer Axl Rose for filling in, and wanting to perform live. They also reflect on Malcom Young and Bon Scott and their ongoing influence on the band. A few excerpts from the chat follow. On making new AC/DC music: Angus: “I get very excited with doing something new and going, ‘Well, it’s AC/DC, but it’s got a little bit of a different angle on it.’ So that’s always, for me, the big puzzle — finding something that’s AC/DC, but ...
Watch Ally Brooke Surprise a Super Fifth Harmony Fan & Blood Cancer Survivor Who’s a ‘BO$$’
Ally Brooke surprised a 16-year-old blood cancer survivor named Caitlin on Friday (Nov. 13) as part of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Random Acts of Light movement. At the age of 12, she was diagnosed with blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm (BPDCN) and had to be in isolation for 100 days in her hospital room to receive a stem cell transplant. That’s when she turned to the music of Bruno Mars, Meghan Trainor and Fifth Harmony. But she had no idea she’d meet Brooke and discuss “BO$$,” one of her favorite 5H songs that she said “brought light to my parents and all the nurses who saw” her sing it every day. “I’m so honored that I and we could be such a beautiful part of your journey to give you so much light and hope and jo...
Ben Platt Celebrates ’10 Gay A– Months’ With Boyfriend Noah Galvin
Ben Platt is celebrating a new milestone with boyfriend Noah Galvin. The “Grow As We Go” singer took to his Instagram Story this week to share an adorable selfie with his arm around Galvin. “10 gay-ass months,” he captioned the sweet snap. "dez meses muito gays" Ben Platt via Instagram Stories pic.twitter.com/KT3aftXrzD — Ben Platt Brasil (@benplattbr) November 12, 2020 {“nid”:”9457193″,”type”:”post”,”title”:”Ben Platt & Cynthia Erivo Team Up With The Trevor Project to Share Steps to 'CARE' for LGTBQ Youth”,”relative_path”:”\/articles\/news\/pride\/9457193\/ben-platt-cynthia-erivo-the-trevor-project-national-suicide-prevention-month-care\/”,”...
What’s Your Favorite Song From Justin Bieber’s ‘Purpose’ Album? Vote!
Justin Bieber has a purpose to celebrate today (Nov. 13): He released his fourth album Purpose five years ago. Which track remains your favorite to this day? From the deluxe album’s 19 tracks, he’s notched three No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100: “What Do You Mean?,” “Sorry” and “Love Yourself.” The “PURPOSE: The Movement” dance visual for “Sorry” remains one of the most-viewed YouTube videos with 3.3 billion views and counting. This album also marks the first time Bieber’s worked with Halsey (“The Feeling”) and Nas (“We Are”). {“nid”:”9482911″,”type”:”post”,”title”:”Listen to Justin Bieber's 'Rockin' Around...
Round Hill Shares Slightly Up on First Day of Trading — What Happens Next?
Round Hill Music Royalty Fund’s initial public offering fell short of its $375 million target (it raised $282 million at $1 per share), which had been earmarked to buy a catalog of song publishing valued at $363 million — but there are contingency plans. According to its Oct. 19 prospectus, the publishing company anticipated the possibility of a gap and planned alternate options, including buying just a portion of the planned catalog acquisition instead of the whole thing. What’s more, Round Hill now has until Oct. 18, 2021, to issue the 83 million remaining shares, should market conditions support further fundraising toward the $375 million target, according to another contingency provision in the prospectus. {“nid”:”9482919″,”type”:”p...
TroyBoi Releases Fierce New Tribal Trap Track, “Mother Africa”
“The drop literally slaps in the face with culture.” Inspired by his ancestral Nigerian roots, TroyBoi has released a new track that pays tribute to “Mother Africa.” Infused with African tribal music, TroyBoi showcases his talents as a music manipulation specialist in this modernized jungle trap tune. Two weeks ago, TroyBoi announced the release date of “Mother Africa” on social media, stating “Ya Boi is back.” Soon after, he indirectly shared that a new EP is on the horizon and that he has decided to reveal “Mother Africa” ahead of schedule. “Mother Africa” begins with strong vocal chants before textured percussive elements and snappy claps take the fore. As these hard-hitting beats intensify, the...
Hot Since 82 Shares First Preview of Upcoming Debut Full-Length Album, “Recovery”
Hot Since 82 is not cooling down any time soon. With a brand new album on the way, Hot Since 82 is not cooling down any time soon. After the renowned house music producer announced his upcoming Recovery LP earlier this summer, he has finally offered fans a taste of honey before dropping the hive. Hot Since 82 took to social media to share a preview of the album’s opening track “Nightfall,” a hypnotic deep house number featuring Temple. In his announcement, Hot Since 82 noted that Recovery was inspired by a desire for positivity during chaotic times. “Here’s a taste of the opening track from my new album,” he wrote in a Facebook post. “Amongst all the chaos this year, I’ve managed to channel some positivity and I’m delighted to announce tha...
Someone Forked Up $1,764 for a 12″ Vinyl Version of Avicii’s “Levels”
How much would you be willing to pay for vinyl from Avicii? How much would you be willing to pay for vinyl from Avicii? One eager buyer has dropped a cool $1,764 to purchase a special 12″ vinyl single of “Levels,” the legendary dance music producer’s breakthrough 2011 single, on Discogs. Discogs runs a monthly feature about the 30 most expensive items purchased from its marketplace, and in the October edition, the 12″ limited version of Avicii’s “Levels” appears in the #19 spot. Pink Floyd‘s 1967 The Piper At The Gates Of Dawn LP topped the list at $6,500. Prevalently known as the most recognizable song in the history of EDM, the inescapable “Levels” has stood the test of time as a generational ...
