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BLACKPINK Delivers Biting First U.S. Award Show Performance With ‘Pink Venom’ at 2022 VMAs
Just after 2022 MTV Video Music Award co-host LL Cool J crowned this year’s event as the “most diverse and global ever,” Latto introduced K-pop sensation BLACKPINK to the stage. “This next group has not only dominated K-pop, they’ve taken over the world,” said Latto, a four-time VMA nominee this year. She then noted it was not only the girl group’s first time ever at the VMAs but also the act’s first ever U.S. award show performance. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news To celebrate, BLACKPINK treated BLINKs to a performance of its new hit single “Pink Venom.” The song is the first single from the group’s upcoming second studio album, Born Pink, out Sept. 16. “Black Venom” hit No. 1 on Hot Trending Songs, becoming BLACKPINK’s first lead...
J Balvin & Ryan Castro Bring Reggaeton Collab ‘Nivel De Perreo’ to 2022 VMAs
Following BLACKPINK‘s debut at the MTV Video Music Awards, J Balvin and Ryan Castro immediately took center stage for their televised premiere of “Nivel de Perreo.” Honoring the music award’s most diverse lineup yet, the two Colombian acts from Medellin brought their latest reggaeton collaboration to the masses with a live performance. On stage, Balvin rocked an all-zebra-print pants and a coat that matched his animal print hairdo, and Castro rocked black wide-leg slacks and a fuzzy red sweater. The two were joined on stage by a group of robot-like dancers while a large 3D robot doll flaunted her best perreo (reggaeton dancing) skills. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “Directamente desde Medellin, Colombia,” Castro, a former Billboard Latin Arti...
Here’s Why Yung Gravy Brought Addison Rae’s Mom to the 2022 VMAs
Yung Gravy sure is vicious, and the “Betty (Get Money)” artist proved that “all the mamas love him” when he brought TikTok star Addison Rae‘s mother, Sheri Easterling, as his date to the MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday night (Aug. 28). For those who are unaware of the TikTok drama surrounding Yung Gravy and Addison Rae’s parents, the red carpet couple might seem random, but it all stems from Easterling’s estranged husband Monty Lopez — from whom she’s reportedly separated — allegedly seeing younger women. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Amid the drama, 26-year-old Gravy began flirting with Easterling on an episode of the Jeff FM podcast as well as in a number of TikTok videos, and the unexpected duo have a playful banter on social...
VMAs 2022: Eminem and Snoop Dogg Trip Through the Metaverse
Eminem and Snoop Dogg took a trip through the proverbial metaverse during their MTV Video Music Awards performance of “From the D 2 the LBC” tonight (Aug. 28). Much like in the song’s recent music video, the veteran rappers transformed from human into animated Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT characters. This time out, the segment began with Eminem and Snoop relaxing on a couch while the latter puffed on a comically oversized joint. The fumes apparently sent Eminem hurtling into a virtual world, where he and Snoop flew through midair from great heights and commandeered a weaponized flying car. The real artists finished the song in front of the similarly real VMAs audience at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. Eminem and Snoop performed “From the D 2 the LBC” for the first time on June 23 during...
Marshmello & Khalid Deliver a Blissful Vibe With ‘Numb’ at the 2022 VMAs
After some truly groundbreaking performances from all-stars such as Jack Harlow, Lizzo, BLACKPINK and more at 2022 MTV Video Music Awards, Marshmello and Khalid brought something else for the crowd: good vibes. The pair arrived early in the broadcast on Sunday (Aug. 28) to deliver a laid-back, trippy performance of their new single “Numb.” Pulling up to the stage in a lime green sweater and sweatpants jamming on a bass guitar, the masked DJ introduced his collab-mate Khalid, who appeared among the crowd in New Jersey, singing the opening lines to their latest song together. “Like lookin’ at the sun/ I feel like you’re the moon,” he sang. “I feel like I’m the one/ I wanna get numb.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Jumping up to the stage, Khalid...
Watch Jack Harlow Bring Out Fergie for “First Class” at VMAs 2022
Jack Harlow opened the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday night (August 28). In the middle of his performance of “First Class,” he brought out Fergie, who performed “Glamourous” (the track Harlow samples on the single). Watch it happen at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey below. Last year, at the VMAs, Harlow joined Lil Nas X to perform the Montero track “Industry Baby.” That single is up for multiple awards, including Video of the Year, Best Collaboration, Best Direction, and Best Art Direction. It was also nominated for Best Visual Effects and Best Choreography, while Harlow picked up another nomination for Artist of the Year. His most recent album is May’s Come Home the Kids Miss You. Follow all of Pitchfork’s coverage of the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards. Content This ...
Watch Lizzo Perform “2 Be Loved (Am I Ready)” at VMAs 2022
Lizzo took the stage at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards Sunday night (August 28), performing her Special track “2 Be Loved (Am I Ready).” She performed the song in front of a giant screen, lining up her dance moves to look like they were interacting with the visuals on display behind her, and finished by letting out a joyful scream into the microphone. Watch it below. Lizzo was up for a handful trophies at this year’s VMAs, including Artist of the Year. Special’s lead single “About Damn Time” was nominated for Song of the Year, Best Pop, and Video for Good. She debuted “Special” on Saturday Night Live before bringing “About Damn Time” to the BET Awards. She shared a video for “2 Be Loved (Am I Ready),” which picked up where her 2018 “Truth Hurts” visual left off, earlier this month. Follow...
Watch J Balvin and Ryan Castro Perform “Nivel de Perreo” at VMAs 2022
J Balvin took the stage tonight at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards to perform his song “Nivel de Perreo.” The performance marked the single’s television world premiere, and it featured a giant twerking AR dancer. It’s also Balvin’s first performance at the VMAs since 2019, when he joined Bad Bunny to play the song “Que Pretendes” from their collaborative album Oasis. Watch it happen below. J Balvin’s fifth solo studio album, Jose, was released in September 2021. The followup to 2020’s Colores featured singles “Que Locura,” “In da Getto,” “Otro Fili,” “Qué Más Pues?,” “7 de Mayo,” and “Otra Noche sin Ti.” This past April, he teamed up with María Becerra to perform “Qué Más Pues?” at the 2022 Grammy Awards, where he was nominated for the Best Música Urbana Album. Follow all of Pitchfork’s co...
Watch Blackpink Perform “Pink Venom” at VMAs 2022
Blackpink appeared at MTV’s 2022 Video Music Awards on Sunday night (August 28), where they performed their recent single “Pink Venom.” Joined by more than a dozen backup dancers, Blackpink put on an intricate dance routine that eventually ended with plumes of smoke. Watch it below. Following their 2020 studio debut The Album, Blackpink announced earlier this month that their second album, Born Pink, would arrive on September 16. The group is up for one VMA this year, earning a Best Metaverse Performance nod for “Blackpink the Virtual.” Follow all of Pitchfork’s coverage of the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards. Twitter content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from.
African Giant, Burna Boy charges $500,000 per international show
Share 1 Whatsapp reddit Tweet 0 1Shares The African Giant, Burna Boy allegedly charges $500,000 per international show, with the provision of a 13-seater private jet, 8 cars, a Sprinter bus and van to pick him up, 10 high quality hotel rooms, smoking executive suite. His room must have an Hennessey, Jack Daniels, Champagne. – Nation Africa .u6baa699c29a086c2bb2434f97b5f7956 { padding:0px; margin: 0; padding-top:1em!important; padding-bottom:1em!important; width:100%; display: block; font-weight:bold; background-color:inherit; border:0!important; border-left:4px solid #16A085!important; box-shadow: 0 1px 2px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.17); -moz-box-shadow: 0 1px 2px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.17); -o-box-shadow: 0 1px 2px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.17); -webkit-box-shadow: 0 1px 2px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.17); text-decorati...
VMAs 2022: Måneskin Wins Best Alternative for ‘I Wanna Be Your Slave’
Upstart Italian rock combo Måneskin took home the best alternative award during the pre-show telecast of the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards tonight (Aug. 28) for “I Wanna Be Your Slave.” Machine Gun Kelly had won the category for the previous two years. This year, Måneskin bested twenty one pilots, Panic! At The Disco, Machine Gun Kelly ft. WILLOW, Avril Lavigne ft. blackbear, Imagine Dragons x JID and WILLOW and Avril Lavigne ft. Travis Barker in the alternative category. The VMAs are airing live on MTV and other Paramount channels from the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. The group has enjoyed breakout success in the past year with its album Teatro d’ira: Vol. I, which led to a January appearance on Saturday Night Live and slots at high-profile festivals around the world. Following a handf...
VMAs 2022: See The Complete Winners List
The 2022 MTV Video Music Awards may be giving its crown jewel — the Video Vanguard Award — to queen Nicki Minaj. But as far as the nominations go, 2022 was a year for the kings. Leading the nominations with seven apiece are Lil Nas X, Jack Harlow, and Kendrick Lamar. Harry Styles tied with Doja Cat for six each. Beyond that, Drake, Ed Sheeran, the Weeknd, Justin Bieber, and even Elton John, appear in all the major categories. BTS is the most nominated group or duo with four nods. No women are nominated in the Best Rock Video category (Demi will change that next year) and it wasn’t much better for Best Alternative. Only two females are nominated — Willow and Avril Lavigne, each twice —with partial credit to Måneskin for their bassist Victoria De Angelis. In 2017, MTV announced its eliminat...
