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Killer Mike Links Up with WooDaReleast for New Song “Greatness”: Stream
Killer Mike (photo by Ben Kaye) and WooDaRealest (photo courtesy of his Instagram) Killer Mike has joined the up-and-coming Atlanta rapper WooDaRealest for a new single called “Greatness”. It’s part of a forthcoming compilation album that Pharrell’s creative collective i am OTHER is releasing in collaboration with SoundCloud. As to be expected with Killer Mike on the track, “Greatness” is a politically-charged banger meant to rally up listeners as Election Day grows ever closer. “Ain’t no savior coming, Black folks gotta save ourselves/ If it come to your life or a crooked copper don’t be slaughtered/ Word to Assata,” the Run the Jewels rapper spits raps in his classic, matter-of-fact flow. At the end of the track, Mike returns with a mini sermon urging people to take to the streets instea...
What’s Really Going On With Q Prime, Ron Burkle & Red Hot Chili Peppers
Hits retracted its story on Wednesday, saying, “The fact is, we fucked up. We apologize to Red Hot Chili Peppers, Eric [Greenspan, the band’s lawyer] and Guy O for any disruption we’ve caused.” Here’s what really happened: Earlier this month, a well known promoter introduced Burkle to Q Prime founders Cliff Burnstein and Peter Mensch, as Burkle explores buying several management firms during the pandemic and folding them into a larger management group company, similar to Live Nation-backed firm Maverick. They discussed a deal, but no numbers were finalized and there was no formal offer on the table. Then the Chili Peppers told Mensch they were taking management inhouse, difficult news for the band’s manager of 20 years. “The article [that followed] was like a double gut punch” says o...
Dave Grohl, His Mom & Jill Biden All Agree That Teachers Are ‘Rockstars’
Grohl has been an outspokenly anti-Trump since the 2016 election, most recently slamming the President’s administration for the handling of the coronavirus and the rushed re-opening of schools. “When it comes to the daunting and evermore politicized question of reopening schools amid the coronavirus pandemic, the worry for our children is paramount,” Grohl said in an episode of Dave’s True Stories titled “In Defense of Our Teachers.” “Yet, teachers are also confronted with a whole new set of dilemmas that most people would not consider. ‘There’s so much more to be addressed than just opening the doors and sending them back home,’ my mother tells me over the phone. Now, 82 and retired, she runs down a list of concerns based on...
Saweetie Addresses Birkin Comment After Backlash: ‘We Deserve to Be Treated Like a Queen’
In a new interview on Power 106 Los Angeles with Bryhana, Saweetie addressed her comments by saying that she’s “an entertainer and I come to entertain.” “So that was an entertaining comment. Like Jay-Z says at the end of ‘Ignorant Shit,’ he goes, ‘It’s only entertainment,’ and then he does this little evil laugh,” she said. “I was having a good time, promoting ‘Back to the Streets.’ And, you know, I’m popping my shit for my girls. But I feel like a Birkin symbolizes a gift of value.” “But what comes along with being valued?” Saweetie continued. “It comes with a healthy relationship. It comes with communication. It comes with getting gifts. It comes with ...
For King & Country, Kanye West Among 2020 GMA Dove Awards Winners: Complete List
Zach Williams, the 2018 artist of the year winner, won songwriter of the year (artist) for the first time. Jason Ingram took songwriter of the year (non-artist) for the second year in a row and the third time in five years. “Way Maker,” written by Osinachi Kalu Okoro Egbu, won song of the year five years after it was first recorded by the writer, a Nigerian gospel singer who records under the name Sinach. The song has been covered by several prominent Christian music artists in the past two years, including Michael W. Smith, Mandisa and Bethel Music. We the Kingdom, a family quintet that originated in Nashville, won new artist of the year. Here’s the complete list of winners: Artist of the year:for KING & COUNTRY Song of the year:“Way Maker”Writer: Osinachi Kalu Okoro Egbu; Publis...
Aluna Curates All Black, POC, Female Lineup for Virtual “Rodeo Rave” Festival
Early this summer, Aluna took a stand by sharing her experiences with racism within the EDM community and the music industry at large. She later penned an open letter to initiate a shift in the field, calling for efforts to support Black artists and make the future of dance music more inclusive. The esteemed artist isn’t waiting idly for the system to change and is instead using her own platform to curate an all Black, POC, and female virtual electronic festival dubbed “Aluna & Friends: Rodeo Rave.” The stream will go live via Twitch on November 1st from the Compton Cowboys Ranch in Los Angeles. The festival will feature DJ sets from BAMBII, GuiltyBeatz, UNIIQU3, Lady Bee, Kiddy Smile, and Austin Millz. Aluna will also be performing her critically...
MYRNE Explores Self-Discovery on 7-Track “Wandering” EP
MYRNE‘s stint in dance music has been a rather successful one, jumping into the scene in 2015 as the first Asian artist to release on Mad Decent. Since, his passionate releases have landed him on labels such as Monstercat, Universal, Ultra, and many more. Today, he has returned with his comprehensive Wandering EP. MYRNE’s Wandering EP is a dreamy collection of indie-electronic tunes that are inspired by “nature and day-to-day existence,” according to a press release. The Singaporean producer goes on to explain that “it feels very liberating writing music spontaneously without conscious planning.” His carefree approach is effortlessly mimicked on the EP, as each song seems to be rooted in a relaxed, airy feel. Wandering opens with “Supers...
ZHU Announces New Collaboration With Platinum-Certified “Mood” Singer 24kGoldn
ZHU has announced a brand new single with 24kGoldn, the rapper and singer-songwriter behind the global Ian Dior-assisted smash hit “Mood.” ZHU took to social media to share the news of the upcoming track and share a preview. From the short clip, it sounds like fans can look forward to one of ZHU’s signature and hypnotic downtempo electronic offerings. Considering the star-power here, “I Admit It” has all the accoutrements of an international hit. Lightning may very well strike twice for 24kGoldn, who recently reached Platinum status with “Mood.” Check out ZHU’s preview of “I Admit It” below via Instagram. Meanwhile, ZHU is currently mired in a lawsuit with longtime collaborator and Mind of a Genius&nb...
Listen to Cam’s “The Otherside,” Co-Written by Avicii
Although it’s been two years since Avicii‘s passing, his influence remains as far-reaching as ever. His latest posthumous co-writing credit comes by way of country singer-songwriter Cam, who worked with him on the titular track of her new album The Otherside, which released today. In a new interview with RADIO.com, Cam discussed meeting Avicii in the studio to work on “The Otherside.” After playing her a melody he had been working on, the two explored writing a chorus together. “He was like, ‘I love that, but this one vowel. You could change this vowel from an ah to an oh,’” she said. Frustrated, Cam said that she thought to herself, “the words are perfect, why would you change that?” However, Cam is glad she followe...
BILLY CORGAN: Watching EDDIE VAN HALEN Play At His Studio Was ‘Like A Religious Experience’
In a new interview with BBC Radio 6 Music, SMASHING PUMPKINS frontman Billy Corgan was asked if he ever got a chance to meet Eddie Van Halen and whether the legendary VAN HALEN axeman was an influence on his guitar playing. Billy responded (hear audio below): “Oh my God! For American guitar players, he was the supreme thing. He’s the one who pushed us to be better than we probably would have been. “I was lucky because, around 1997 [or] ’98, there was a guitar magazine in America, and I went to them, and I said, ‘I’d really like to interview Eddie Van Halen,'” he continued. “And they said, ‘Why do you wanna interview Eddie Van Halen?’ I said, ‘Because I’d really like to introduce him to a generation of alternative guita...
TOM MORELLO Releases Music Video For ‘Interstate 80’ Featuring SLASH
RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE guitarist Tom Morello has released a music video for his song “Interstate 80”, featuring a guest appearance by GUNS N’ ROSES guitarist Slash. The track is taken from Morello‘s new solo EP, “Comandante”, which came out today (Friday, October 30). The five-song affair includes the cut “Secretariat”, which is a tribute to late VAN HALEN axeman Eddie Van Halen. “Comandante” track listing: 01. Voodoo Child 02. Interstate 80 (feat. Slash) 03. Secretariat (for Eddie Van Halen) 04. Suburban Guerrilla 05. Cato Stedman & Neptune Frost “Comandante” is Morello‘s first solo release following the July 2020 arrival of the “You Belong To Me” single. Tom‘s latest solo LP, “The ...
TED NUGENT On DONALD TRUMP: ‘I Genuflect At The Altar Of This Great Man’
Ted Nugent has once again praised President Donald Trump, saying that the billionaire real estate mogul represents “the heart and soul of the best American families out there.” The outspoken conservative rocker, who is a staunch proponent of gun ownership, discussed America’s 45th president in an interview on Thursday (October 29) with InfoWars‘ “The Alex Jones Show”, hosted by noted conspiracy theorist Alex Jones. Speaking about his admiration for Trump, Nugent said: “I genuflect at the altar of this great man. He is just pulling off miracle after miracle. He’s really touching the heart and soul and representing the heart and soul of the best American families out there. Just praise God for that. This is one of those divine intervention mome...
