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Future 80’s Records Drops Scorching Synthwave Compilation “Hot Summer Synth Vol. 1”
Just in time for the hottest stretch of the summer is Future 80’s Records’ new compilation album, Hot Summer Synth Vol. 1. The synthwave label has compiled some of the finest summertime tracks in the genre for the perfect poolside playlist. Filled with retro production spearheaded by stylized synths, each track will take you through a neon-soaked tropical soundscape. Included on the album is music from Robots With Rayguns, MicroMatscenes, Konstanza, Roxi Drive, Sellorekt and LA Dreams, and more. The label has stated that each track was carefully selected to emulate the sound of the summer. With over 18 songs, listeners will be able to explore the sounds of synthwave mainstays as well as many of the genre’s rising rising artists. In addition to the digital album on Bandcamp,...
London Ravers Clash with Police After Underground Rave Shut Down
Over the weekend, riot police were sent to shut down an illicit underground rave at a community center in London. When officers arrived on the scene, a clash with attendees ensued, leading to multiple arrests and injuries. In a statement obtained by NME, Lucy D’Orsi, the Deputy Assistant Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police Service, condemned the underground event and stated that there will be increased police presence to prevent future gatherings. “The violence and disorder they encountered is totally unacceptable, as is the fear I am sure this generates amongst the local community, who called the police for help,” she said. “In this case the irresponsible actions of the organiser led to injuries to our officers. Under no circumstance will policing accept this, partic...
WHITESNAKE’s DAVID COVERDALE Blasts ‘Covidiots’ Who Refuse To Wear Masks: ‘This Is Not Politics; This Is Health’
WHITESNAKE frontman David Coverdale spoke to Marci Wiser of the 95.5 KLOS radio station about how he is dealing with the coronavirus crisis and what the touring circuit might look like post-pandemic. “I was hoping to be able to do my farewell tour, my gratitude tour at 69,” the 68-year-old said. “What better age for the singer of WHITESNAKE to retire than 69? I’m already designing the t-shirts. “As long as we have covidiots refusing to wear a mask for political reasons or freedom of expression, we’re never gonna get out there. “The only time I’ve seen real community in this country that’s adopted me, this beautiful United States Of America, was after tragedy,” the British-born rocker continued. “9/11, everybody was just nice...
COVID-19 Denier Chuck Woolery Reveals His Son Has Tested Positive for Virus
Earlier this week, Donald Trump shared a tweet from former Love Connection host Chuck Woolery which accused the “CDC, media, Democrats, and doctors” of “lying” about the coronavirus. “The most outrageous lies are the ones about COVID-19. Everyone is lying,” Wooley commented. “I think it’s all about the election and keeping the economy from coming back, which is about the election. I am sick of it.” Just 24 hours later, however, Woolery was forced to reckon with those remarks after his own son came down with coronavirus. “My son tested positive for the virus, and I feel for those suffering and especially for those who have lost loved ones,” Woolery wrote in a follow-up tweet posted Monday evening. A short-time later, Woolery disabled his Twitter account altogether. In an interview on T...
Beyoncé Reveals New Trailer for Visual Album Black Is King: Watch
Beyoncé has shared a new trailer and fresh details for her upcoming visual album, Black Is King. Announced in June, Black Is King is an intellectual property Turducken. It’s a reimagining of Disney’s live-action remake of The Lion King, which incorporates music from Beyoncé’s companion album, The Lion King: The Gift. The plot-to-music ratio isn’t clear at this time, but the new teaser is a star-studded affair, featuring appearances by JAY-Z, Kelly Rowland, Naomi Campbell, and Tina Knowles-Lawson. Nyong’o and Pharrell Williams will also appear in the film, according to a press release. The film was shot in Los Angeles, New York City, London, the country of South Africa, the region of Western Africa, and Belgium. Bey served as executive producer, working alongside directors Em...
Say “Whatever!” to Anti-Maskers With Our New Face Mask
Buggin’ about what face mask to wear? We’ve got you covered with the latest in our series of officially branded, themed face mask. Available in packs of two, four, and six, this mask has a distinct yellow plaid pattern with yellow and white centerpiece, and is available with adjustable earloops or adjustable straps. This the first in a new capsule celebrating our list of The 100 Greatest Summer Blockbuster Movies of All Time. Proceeds go to Consequence of Sound, an independently owned company, and benefit the MusiCares’ COVID-19 Artist Relief Fund. The mask is reusable and washable, made in the USA from recyclable bottles, and of the highest quality. The MSRP value for a 2-pack is $40.00, but we are offering them at a 25-42% off discount along with free shipping. Order yours below, or...
Paul McCartney Thinks the Pettus Bridge Should Be Renamed After Rep. John Lewis
Paul McCartney (photo by MJ Kim), and Rep. John Lewis On Friday, July 17th, Civil Rights organizer and American hero Rep. John Lewis died of pancreatic cancer. Now Paul McCartney has called for the Edmund Pettus Bridge to be renamed the John Lewis Bridge, saying “Long may his memory remain in our hearts.” The Pettus Bridge wasn’t chosen at random. In 1965, it hosted one of the more shameful events in US history. A 25-year-old Lewis led a peaceful voting rights march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, when police trapped protestors on the bridge. One cop assaulted Lewis with his baton, fracturing his skull. Lewis went on to serve in Congress for over three decades, and as he often said, “I gave a little blood on that bridge in Selma… I’m not asking any of you to give any blood. I’m just ask...
Kanye West Shares ‘The West Wing’ Presidential Campaign Graphic
While Kanye West is rumored to be having his first presidential rally today, earlier in the afternoon he passed the time dropping #2020VISION campaign graphics on Twitter. “THE WEST WING,” the rapper and political candidate quipped in one Sunday (July 19) tweet, which featured a doodle of the White House and a reference to the wing that houses the president’s office. West added the word “VISION” to a second tweet with the same illustration. Media outlets including ABC News and Politico reported West had planned a rally to be held at Charleston, South Carolina’s Exquis Event Center at 5 p.m. ET for “registered guests only.” Attendees supposedly needed to pre-register, sign a COVID-19 liability release form and agree to wea...
Juice WRLD’s ‘Legends Never Die’ Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard 200 With Biggest Week of 2020
Set also launches with fourth-largest streaming week ever. Juice WRLD’s Legends Never Die makes a smashing debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart, capturing the largest week of 2020 for any album, as it earned 497,000 equivalent album units in the U.S. in the week ending July 16, according to Nielsen Music/MRC Data. The set registers the largest streaming week of 2020, and the fourth-largest streaming frame ever for an album. Legends Never Die is the late artist’s second No. 1 album, following 2019’s Death Race for Love, which opened atop the list dated March 23, 2019, with 165,000 units earned.Legends Never Die was released via Grade A/Interscope Records on July 10. It’s Juice WRLD’s first release since his death on Dec. 8, 2019. The Billboard 200 chart ranks the most popular al...
Riles, Jack Garratt & More Set For Billboard Live At-Home Concerts: See This Week’s Schedule
As we head into yet another week of quarantine, Billboard‘s Live At-Home concert series will feature three more livestreamed performances for your entertainment. This week’s performances kick off Monday (July 20), with a set from New Zealand’s indie band The Naked and Famous. The act made news in April when they covered The Weeknd‘s hit “Blinding Lights,” giving the song an alternative take. On Tuesday, Jack Garrett will perform. The British singer-songwriter released his sophomore effort, Love, Death & Dancing in June. Rapper Riles, who just released his Lvl 36 EP earlier this month, wraps things up on Thursday. The shows will stream live via Billboard‘s Facebook page. Check out this week’s full schedule below: Monday (July 20)The N...
Kanye West Breaks Down in Tears Explaining Anti-Abortion Stance at Presidential Rally: ‘I Almost Killed My Daughter’
Kanye West took the stage for his first presidential campaign rally, where he went from being in good spirits to wiping tears from his eyes as he explained why he’s against abortion. The rally, held in Charleston, South Carolina, began just after 5 p.m. ET. Sunday evening (July 19). Locals live streamed the event, where attendees were mostly compliant with wearing masks but did not show much social distancing as they gathered closely to the stage and reacted to West’s discussion. West, with “2020” shaved on the back of his head, made his entrance just after The O’Jays’ “Stairway to Heaven” played throughout the venue. He spoke loudly over the crowd, without a microphone. He instructed staff to “close the doors but keep them unlockedR...
Saint JHN Taps J Balvin for New Feature on Imanbek’s Hit Remix of “Roses”
Saint JHN continues to ride the second revival of his single “Roses” as he taps J Balvin to rev the worldwide hit with Reggaeton energy. Ghetto Lenny infuses beats from the Imanbek remix and makes it his own, melodically rapping over Imanbek’s ubiquitous upbeat tempo and breathing new life into the “Roses” saga. J Balvin spits a Reggaeton verse with his irresistible flare. This latest iteration will likely maintain the status of “Roses” as one of the biggest songs of 2020. Originally released in 2016, “Roses” was a classic amongst early Saint JHN fans after it launched as part of his Collection One album. Three years later, Russian DJ Imanbek remixed the single to become the worldwide hit we know today: #1 in over 40 countries on Apple Music, and in the top 5 of Spotify’s Global ...
