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Another One: Drake Gives DJ Khaled Iced Out OVO x We The Best Chain
Source: Kevin Mazur/BBMA2017 / Getty Drake continues to show the world he is a first class guy. He has gifted one of his most frequent collaborators an opulent accessory as a mere thank you. As spotted on Bossip Champagne Papi surprised DJ Khaled with a one of one trinket that is sure to be a conversation piece wherever he goes. On Tuesday, September 29 the Miami native posted a video to his Instagram account detailing the gesture. While seated on a love seat he reveals the confirms that Drake as a token of appreciation for his relentless push of their recent single “Popstar”. “Thank you so much. This gift means too much to me,” DJ Khaled said. “Khaled and Drake. Drake and Khaled. It’s also special when we connect. Fully iced-out. It’s so heavy, the quality. Look at the owl, look at t...
Get Yo Hand Outta My Pocket: Dr. Dre Speaks Out Regarding Estranged Wife’s Alimony Claim
Source: Apega/WENN.com / WENN Dr. Dre is finally speaking out about his estranged wife’s alimony claim filed with the courts. According to TMZ, Dr. Dre is calling the petitioned request by his soon to be ex-wife, Nicole Young, for $2 million a month in spousal support “absurd”, noting that the requested amount is unnecessary when is already currently footing the bill for her current lifestyle and their divorce; adding that, according to the legal documents, her lawyers have already made more money off the 2-month old divorce than most Los Angeles residents make in a year. In addition to footing the bill for the divorce proceedings, Dr. Dre and his legal team also note that Ms. Young is also staying in a Malibu mansion owned by the legendary producer, in addition to his security team b...
Disney Taps ‘Moonlight’ Filmmaker Barry Jenkins To Direct ‘Lion King’ Sequel
Source: Disney / Disney It’s the circle of life for The Lion King franchise because Disney not only greenlit a sequel, they also secured Moonlight director Barry Jenkins to direct the live-action film. What’s known so far is that the flick will serve as a prequel into Mufasa’s backstory à la “The Godfather: Part II, set on the African plain with a continuation of the tradition of music that was a key part of the 1994 animated classic, the 2019 film and the blockbuster Broadway stage transfer,” according to Deadline. Currently, there’s no release date or actors confirmed this early in the development process. The 2019 remake starring Beyoncé Knowles (Nala), Donald Glover (Simba), Seth Rogen (Pumbaa), and James Earl Jones (Mufasa) earned ...
Listen to the Debut Single from Holiday87, the New Alias of The Knocks’ Ben Ruttner
The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has sparked a change of gears for many artists these past few months, and the latest to begin a new journey is Benjamin Ruttner of famed NYC electronic duo The Knocks. Ruttner has launched his solo project Holiday87, a concept that came to him while spending time at home in upstate New York, sparking the creative pull to return to his roots of sampling. His debut single “Lost” is out now and serves as a taste of his forthcoming self-titled album due out December 11th, 2020. “Lost” is the perfect single for those who have ever experienced heartbreak and the numbing feeling that follows. He depicted this sense in the sample taken from Los Yesterdays‘ “I Can’t Feel.” He balances the sadness of the lyrics wit...
The Tracklist for “Loop Daddy III” is a Hilarious Trip Through the Mind of Marc Rebillet
The rise of Marc Rebillet continues with the release of his upcoming Loop Daddy III compilation, which features a hysterical tracklist. The electronic music creator and YouTuber, who followers affectionately call “Loop Daddy,” has released the tracklist for his forthcoming Loop Daddy III project. The EP, which drops tomorrow, October 1st, will see the official audio releases of zany compositions that Rebillet has recorded and shared on YouTube. Highlights include “Let Me See Your Dick,” “I’m a Maniac,” and the wildly popular “I’m a Flamingo.” His legions of fans will now be able to listen to these Rebillet favorites on their go-to streaming platforms. The compilation is merely a taste of honey before Rebil...
Brandon Lucas and Dr. Cornel West Join Forces for Collaborative Single “Got That Hope”
Renowned philosopher, activist, and author Dr. Cornel West has joined forces with house music producer Brandon Lucas to debut a collaborative single called “Got That Hope” on Lucas’ new Purple Label Sound imprint. The label was created as a way to champion the next generation of Black and Brown house and electronic artists. According to a press release, Lucas and West “felt now more than ever that the scene’s foundational voices must be heard and the intersection between Black history and dance music culture must be brought to light.” The track features a traditional deep house beat alongside a powerful reimagining of a sample from “My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less,” the classic hymn written by Edward Mote. The strong, groovy beat p...
Rebekah Launches #ForTheMusic Campaign Against Sexual Harassment and Assault in Dance Music
Techno DJ and producer Rebekah is igniting change in the dance music industry by launching a campaign against sexual harassment and assault. Her “#ForTheMusic” initiative was created in light of recent allegations against a number of people in the industry following the death of Erick Morillo. In an open letter she posted to change.org, Rebekah shared the meaning behind the campaign name. “I love music and the long nights and the things that come with it are something that I know I signed up for,” she wrote. “But tonight, I want you to know that when I put my dancing shoes on, I’m doing it #ForTheMusic and nothing more.” “I say this because it isn’t the first time I’ve hit the decks and had to face sexism as I play my set,” she continued...
LP on Duetting with Chester Bennington, Hanging with Morrissey, and Performing in Russia
Kyle Meredith With… LP Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Play | Stitcher | Radio Public | RSS LP hops on the line with Kyle Meredith to talk about her new single “The One That You Love”, reuniting with the duo who helped pen “Lost On You”, and her melting pot of genres. The New York-born artist also takes us into this summer’s Live In Moscow, her penchant for rock opera-style theatrics, and what releasing a record from Russia says in the current political climate. LP also discusses collaborating with the late Chester Bennington’s pre-Linkin Park band Grey Daze, working with Morrissey, Celine Dion recording her songs, and what we can expect from next year’s full length. Kyle Meredith With… is an interview series in...
Fiona Prine Blasts Trump’s COVID-19 Comments: “My Husband Died on His Watch”
As of today, nearly 210,000 Americans have died of COVID-19 and millions more are still unsure about the longterm repercussions the novel virus will have on their bodies. Meanwhile, the economy has cratered and tens of millions of Americans are out of work. The live music and film industries are largely shut down, and sports teams are playing inside of empty stadiums. And, tragically, there’s no end to the pandemic in sight. Despite this, Trump has routinely bragged about his administration’s response to the virus, going as far to give himself an “A+” letter grade. Asked if there was any area he felt he failed at, Trump identified only one — public relations — but he blamed the “fake news” for that. “I have fake news, you know, I can’t — you can’t convince them of anything, they’re a ...
Touché Amoré’s “Reminders” Video Features Members of MCR, Rise Against, Slipknot, and More with Their Pets: Watch
The release of Touché Amoré’s forthcoming album, Lament, is right around the corner (October 9th), and the band has served up one final preview with “Reminders”. The track’s music video is especially adorable, featuring many special guests… and their pets. In addition to the members of Touché Amoré, the video includes appearances from Jim Adkins of Jimmy Eat World, Andy Hull of Manchester Orchestra, Tim McIlrath of Rise Against, Jacob Bannon of Converge, Frank Iero of My Chemical Romance, Anthony Green of Circa Survive, Jay Weinberg of Slipknot, Skrillex, and more — along with their fuzzy companions. The video truly is a sweet piece of quarantined cuteness, compiled from clips that each artist filmed individually. “The music video for ‘Reminders’ conceptually was driven by bringing some jo...
Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams” Sees Sales, Streams Spike Following Viral TikTok Video
TikTok is a lot of things, from a breeding ground for obnoxious influencers to the bane of Trump’s social media existence. It’s also proven to be a massive boon to Fleetwood Mac’s career thanks to a recent video featuring the band’s “Dreams” going viral. Five days ago, TikTok user 420doggface208, aka Nathan Apodaca, posted a clip of himself cruising on a skateboard while drinking a jug of Ocean Spray’s Cran-Raspberry juice and singing along to “Dreams”. Stevie Nicks scoring his smooth glide against the clear, early morning sky combined for a vision of pure bliss, and the Internet ate it up. Since then, the single off 1977’s Rumors has experienced a huge bump in streaming and sales numbers. According to Billboard, the song has seen a 88.7% increase in streams (2.9 million) and a whopping 37...
Justin & Hailey Bieber Celebrate One Year Wedding Anniversary: ‘Wish I Could Live This Day Over & Over’
It’s officially been one year since Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin became Mr. and Mrs. Bieber in a gorgeous wedding ceremony at sunset at Montage Palmetto Bluff in Bluffton, South Carolina. The two took to Instagram on Wednesday (Sept. 30) to celebrate the anniversary by sharing stunning black-and-white photos from their big day. “1 year ago we had the best wedding. Wish I could live this day over and over,” Hailey captioned her series of photos. “Hailey Bieber. I am so lucky to be YOUR husband!” Justin mirrored in his post. “You teach me so much everyday and make me such a better man! I am committed for the rest of our lives to empower you to be the woman God has called you to be! My heart is to enable you to achieve all of your wildest drea...
