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Bobby Shmurda “Hoochie Daddy,” Millyz ft. Styles P “Scared” & More | Daily Visuals 8.1.22
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty Bobby Shmurda might not be dropping off that heat for the streets everyone hoped for when he was released from prison, but the man really is living his best life these days, and for that, we cannot be mad at homie. Continuing to drop booty shakin’ music, Bobby comes through with some new visuals to “Hoochie Daddy,” in which the Brooklyn rapper shakes his hips alongside a gang of thick young women who twerk to the beat and rub up all on Bobby throughout the video. Again, we are not hating on homie. Meanwhile, back in Boston, a white rapper IS dropping some hard bars for the streets, and in his clip to “Scared,” Millyz links up with Styles P link up to burn down some sticky icky while rolling through the streets of bean town. Check out ...
ZHU Drops Surprise Seven-Track Mixtape, “Musical Chairs”
Grammy-nominated electronic music artist ZHU has released a surprise seven-track mixtape, Musical Chairs (Vol. 1). Out now via Astralwerks and in the wake of a headlining Lollapalooza performance, Musical Chairs marks ZHU’s first release since December 2021, when he dropped DREAMLAND (DELUXE). The mixtape features seven brand new tracks that offer up an atmospheric range of moods, styles and tempos all wrapped up in classic ZHU fashion. He’s joined by chart-topping U.K. artist Elderbrook on the buoyant “Unbothered.” The mixtape also includes the poignant, cinematic “I Wonder,” which finds ZHU contemplating what became of someone from his past. The track had emerged as one the most anticipated songs premiered by ZHU during his EDC Las Vegas sho...
ZHU Drops Surprise Seven-Track Mixtape, “Musical Chairs”
Grammy-nominated electronic music artist ZHU has released a surprise seven-track mixtape, Musical Chairs (Vol. 1). Out now via Astralwerks and in the wake of a headlining Lollapalooza performance, Musical Chairs marks ZHU’s first release since December 2021, when he dropped DREAMLAND (DELUXE). The mixtape features seven brand new tracks that offer up an atmospheric range of moods, styles and tempos all wrapped up in classic ZHU fashion. He’s joined by chart-topping U.K. artist Elderbrook on the buoyant “Unbothered.” The mixtape also includes the poignant, cinematic “I Wonder,” which finds ZHU contemplating what became of someone from his past. The track had emerged as one the most anticipated songs premiered by ZHU during his EDC Las Vegas sho...
“We’re Back”: ODESZA Return for First Live Show In Three Years
It only took two words for ODESZA to properly introduce their long-awaited return to the touring circuit: “We’re back.” Over the weekend, the Grammy-nominated duo kicked off an innovative amphitheater tour at Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena in support of their scintillating fourth album, The Last Goodbye. The show on July 29th not only marked the beginning of a momentous, three-day hometown takeover, but also ODESZA’s first live performance in three years. Longtime fans of ODESZA can attest that there’s nothing quite like the duo’s live performances. Their signature drumline, captivating production and immersive visuals are enough to leave even the most veteran concert-goer awestruck. ODESZA perform at the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle o...
“We’re Back”: ODESZA Return for First Live Show In Three Years
It only took two words for ODESZA to properly introduce their long-awaited return to the touring circuit: “We’re back.” Over the weekend, the Grammy-nominated duo kicked off an innovative amphitheater tour at Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena in support of their scintillating fourth album, The Last Goodbye. The show on July 29th not only marked the beginning of a momentous, three-day hometown takeover, but also ODESZA’s first live performance in three years. Longtime fans of ODESZA can attest that there’s nothing quite like the duo’s live performances. Their signature drumline, captivating production and immersive visuals are enough to leave even the most veteran concert-goer awestruck. ODESZA perform at the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle o...
Here’s What to Expect at the Mind-Bending Denver Debut of Meow Wolf’s Vortex Festival
There’s nothing in the world quite like a Meow Wolf event. The renowned entertainment brand is now gearing up for the Denver debut of Vortex, its fan-favorite music and arts festival which originally launched in Taos, New Mexico. And in 2022, it’s clear that Meow Wolf remains hellbent on pushing the limits of the live music experience. Scheduled for August 5th to 7th, the mind-bending fest aims to encapsulate rave culture in its own unique way at the intersection of dance music and surrealism. Culinary delights, stupefying art installations and fantastical creatures are just a few of the experiential activations you’ll encounter at Vortex, which is as much of an adult playground as it is a music festival. “There will be three days of endless entertainment, talented ...
Here’s What to Expect at the Mind-Bending Denver Debut of Meow Wolf’s Vortex Festival
There’s nothing in the world quite like a Meow Wolf event. The renowned entertainment brand is now gearing up for the Denver debut of Vortex, its fan-favorite music and arts festival which originally launched in Taos, New Mexico. And in 2022, it’s clear that Meow Wolf remains hellbent on pushing the limits of the live music experience. Scheduled for August 5th to 7th, the mind-bending fest aims to encapsulate rave culture in its own unique way at the intersection of dance music and surrealism. Culinary delights, stupefying art installations and fantastical creatures are just a few of the experiential activations you’ll encounter at Vortex, which is as much of an adult playground as it is a music festival. “There will be three days of endless entertainment, talented ...
Drake Postpones Reunion Show With Nicki Minaj and Lil Wayne After Contracting COVID-19
Drake has pulled out of his October World Weekend festival after testing positive for COVID-19. He had been due to perform tonight as part of a Young Money reunion show, which will be rescheduled “to the SOONEST date possible,” according to his Instagram Story. “I will keep the city posted and share the new date whenever we have it locked,” he wrote. “Until then I hope everyone stays safe and healthy and I love you all I am so sorry for letting you down on our weekend together and the moment I test negative I will give you everything I got on stage (except the covid).” He finished the message with a tearful emoji. Last night, Drake kicked off the concert series at the History venue, bringing out fellow Canadian Nelly Furtado during his set for live renditions of “Promiscuous” a...
Beyoncé Updating Renaissance Track “Heated” After Criticism of Ableist Lyrics
Beyoncé is going to update the Renaissance song “Heated” after facing criticism over lyrics considered ableist. The line in question is “spazzin’ on that ass, spaz on that ass”—a word often used as a slur against those with spastic cerebral palsy. “The word, not used intentionally in a harmful way, will be replaced,” Beyoncé’s representative clarified in a statement. A timeline for when the song will be updated was not given. Following the song’s release, Beyoncé faced criticism from disability advocates like Hannah Diviney. “I’m tired and frustrated that we’re having this conversation again so soon after we got such a meaningful and progressive response from Lizzo,” Diviney told BBC News. Lizzo recently faced criticism for using the same term on her new song “Grrrls.” She upda...
Mystikal Arrested on Rape, Domestic Abuse Charges
Mystikal was arrested Sunday, July 31, in Prairieville, Louisiana on charges of first-degree rape, domestic abuse battery (strangulation, false imprisonment), simple robbery, and simple criminal damage to property. The Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office confirmed the news, saying deputies interviewed a survivor of sexual assault at a hospital late Saturday night. The person reportedly sustained minor injuries. The sheriff’s office is calling it an ongoing investigation, and the New Orleans rapper is currently being held without bond. Mystikal was previously indicted on rape and kidnapping charges in 2017. Those charges were eventually dropped. Before that, he spent six years in prison for sexual assault after being arrested in 2004. If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual ass...
Atlanta’s Music Midtown Canceled After Georgia Court Ruling Threatens the Festival’s Gun Ban
Organizers of the Atlanta festival Music Midtown has canceled this year’s event. Sources who worked for the festival confirmed to Billboard and Rolling Stone that the event was called off because recent developments with Georgia’s gun laws presented an obstacle to the festival banning guns at an event on government property. Pitchfork has reached out to the festival’s representatives for comment. “Hey Midtown fans — due to circumstances beyond our control, Music Midtown will no longer be taking place this year,” the festival’s statement reads. “We were looking forward to reuniting in September and hope we can all get back to enjoying the festival together again soon.” Automatic refunds are being issued. This year’s Music Midtown was set to take place from September 17-18 at Piedmont Park. ...
Travis Scott Announces Las Vegas Residency
Travis Scott is slated to make a return to the big stage as a headliner for a Las Vegas residency starting this September. After a long-awaited return to performing after Astroworld, the Houston rapper has announced plans for a seven show performance under the Road to Utopia experience banner. The shows will take place at the Zouk Nightclub at Resorts World in Vegas. In a statement, the nightclub’s CMO Ronn Nicolli said, “From his music and fashion to unprecedented brand collaborations, Travis Scott is a one-of-a-kind, multi-talented artist. His residency will bring a new level of energy to Resorts World Las Vegas and add to the property’s diverse list of entertainment and nightlife offerings.” Resorts World claims that this will be a “mind-bending, first-of-its-kind nightclub residency ex...
