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Fall Out Boy Pledge $100K to Gun Safety After Highland Park Mass Shooting: ‘We Are Heartbroken’
Chicago rockers Fall Out Boy took to social media on Friday (July 8) to pledge a $100,000 donation to Everytown for Gun Safety following the mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade in neighboring Highland Park, Illinois. “Chicago is where we grew up, and we are heartbroken for the families and entire community of Highland Park, as well as every single victim of wanton gun violence in America,” begins their message, which the band posted to Instagram and Twitter. “We will be donating $100,000 through The Fall Out Boy Fund to @Everytown for Gun Safety to help their continued efforts toward ending gun violence.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The band — Patrick Stump, Pete Wentz, Joe Trohman and Andy Hurley — announced The Fall Out Boy F...
Fall Out Boy Pledge $100K to Gun Safety After Highland Park Mass Shooting: ‘We Are Heartbroken’
Chicago rockers Fall Out Boy took to social media on Friday (July 8) to pledge a $100,000 donation to Everytown for Gun Safety following the mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade in neighboring Highland Park, Illinois. “Chicago is where we grew up, and we are heartbroken for the families and entire community of Highland Park, as well as every single victim of wanton gun violence in America,” begins their message, which the band posted to Instagram and Twitter. “We will be donating $100,000 through The Fall Out Boy Fund to @Everytown for Gun Safety to help their continued efforts toward ending gun violence.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The band — Patrick Stump, Pete Wentz, Joe Trohman and Andy Hurley — announced The Fall Out Boy F...
After ‘Old Town Road,’ Lil Nas X Says He Doesn’t Want to ‘Milk Any of My Songs Like That Again’
Lil Nas X is making some adjustments to his music rollout plans. On Friday, the two-time Grammy winner revealed to his fans on Twitter that he had intended to release new music in April, following the highly successful October release of his self-titled debut album Montero, which peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard 200.] When asked why he didn’t extend rollouts for some of his most beloved tracks, including “Scoop” and “Dead Right Now,” Lil Nas X tweeted Friday (July 8), “Yeah that was a mistake on my part i admit, i was hoping to have new album ready and new material by april of this year but God said no.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news He further addressed his music dilemma after another Twitter user suggested that he “milk” his newest ...
After ‘Old Town Road,’ Lil Nas X Says He Doesn’t Want to ‘Milk Any of My Songs Like That Again’
Lil Nas X is making some adjustments to his music rollout plans. On Friday, the two-time Grammy winner revealed to his fans on Twitter that he had intended to release new music in April, following the highly successful October release of his self-titled debut album Montero, which peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard 200.] When asked why he didn’t extend rollouts for some of his most beloved tracks, including “Scoop” and “Dead Right Now,” Lil Nas X tweeted Friday (July 8), “Yeah that was a mistake on my part i admit, i was hoping to have new album ready and new material by april of this year but God said no.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news He further addressed his music dilemma after another Twitter user suggested that he “milk” his newest ...
Shawn Mendes Taking 3 Weeks Off Tour to Focus on Mental Health: ‘I’ve Hit a Breaking Point’
Shawn Mendes announced Friday (July 8) that he’ll be taking the next three weeks of his Wonder: The World Tour off to focus on his mental health. “This breaks my heart to have to say this, but unfortunately I’m going to have to postpone the next three weeks of shows through Uncasville, CT until further notice,” Mendes wrote on Instagram and Twitter. “I’ve been touring since I was 15 and to be honest it’s always been difficult to be on the road away from friends and family. After a few years off the road, I felt like I was ready to dive back in, but that decision was premature and unfortunately the toll of the road and the pressure has caught up to me and I’ve hit a breaking point. “After speaking with my team and health professionals, I need to take some time to heal and take care of mysel...
Shawn Mendes Taking 3 Weeks Off Tour to Focus on Mental Health: ‘I’ve Hit a Breaking Point’
Shawn Mendes announced Friday (July 8) that he’ll be taking the next three weeks of his Wonder: The World Tour off to focus on his mental health. “This breaks my heart to have to say this, but unfortunately I’m going to have to postpone the next three weeks of shows through Uncasville, CT until further notice,” Mendes wrote on Instagram and Twitter. “I’ve been touring since I was 15 and to be honest it’s always been difficult to be on the road away from friends and family. After a few years off the road, I felt like I was ready to dive back in, but that decision was premature and unfortunately the toll of the road and the pressure has caught up to me and I’ve hit a breaking point. “After speaking with my team and health professionals, I need to take some time to heal and take care of mysel...
Carlos Santana Postpones 6 Concerts After Collapsing Onstage
Out of an “abundance of caution for the artist’s health,” Carlos Santana’s management company announced late Friday (July 8) that the 74-year-old guitar legend will postpone his next six concerts. “I regret to inform you that the Santana band has postponed tonight’s show at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, Ind.,” the statement from Michael Vrionis, president of Universal Tone Management, begins. “And, we are postponing the July 9 show at Riverbend Music Center in Cincinnati, Ohio; July 10 at American Family Insurance Amphitheater – Summerfest Grounds in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; July 12 at Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion in Rogers, Arkansas; July 15 at Dos Equis Pavilion in Dallas, Texas; July 16 at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in Woodlands, Texas. Doctors have recommended that Mr. Santan...
Carlos Santana Postpones 6 Concerts After Collapsing Onstage
Out of an “abundance of caution for the artist’s health,” Carlos Santana’s management company announced late Friday (July 8) that the 74-year-old guitar legend will postpone his next six concerts. “I regret to inform you that the Santana band has postponed tonight’s show at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, Ind.,” the statement from Michael Vrionis, president of Universal Tone Management, begins. “And, we are postponing the July 9 show at Riverbend Music Center in Cincinnati, Ohio; July 10 at American Family Insurance Amphitheater – Summerfest Grounds in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; July 12 at Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion in Rogers, Arkansas; July 15 at Dos Equis Pavilion in Dallas, Texas; July 16 at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in Woodlands, Texas. Doctors have recommended that Mr. Santan...
Kid Cudi Reveals ‘The Boy Who Flew To The Moon Vol. 1’ Tracklist
Source: Taylor Hill / Getty It has been a minute since we’ve heard new work from Kid Cudi but before we get new material the “Mr. Rager” rapper took to Twitter to reveal the track listing for his retro album, The Boy Who Flew To The Moon Vol. 1. Coming in at 18-cuts deep, the “best-of” album is split into 9 groups which will feature two or three tracks from his previous albums along with the features. In the post, Kid Cudo showcased the project as follows: Man on the Moon: The End of Day 1. “Day ‘N’ Nite (Nightmare)” 2. “Pursuit of Happiness (Nightmare)” fear. Ratatat and MGMT Man on the Moon II: The Legend of Mr. Rager 3. “Ghost!” 4. “Mr. Rager” WZRD 5. “The Dream Time Machine” with WZRD 6. “Upper Room” with WZRD Indicud 7. “Just What I Am” feat. King Chip 8....
NFL’s Raiders Appoint 1st Black Woman Team President In League History
Source: Ethan Miller / Getty As a sports franchise, the Las Vegas Raiders have been true pioneers. With a Black woman becoming their new team president & the first to do so in the NFL, they’ve made history once again with the hire of Sandra Douglass Morgan. On Thursday (July 7th), the team announced that Sandra Douglass Morgan would become their new president, making her the first Black president woman to hold the role in the National Football League’s history. “I am thrilled that Sandra has agreed to join the Raiders family,” Raiders owner Mark Davis said in a released statement. “Her experience, integrity and passion for this community will be invaluable to our organization. From the moment I met Sandra, I knew she was a force to be reckoned with. We are extremely lucky t...
NFL’s Raiders Appoint 1st Black Woman Team President In League History
Source: Ethan Miller / Getty As a sports franchise, the Las Vegas Raiders have been true pioneers. With a Black woman becoming their new team president & the first to do so in the NFL, they’ve made history once again with the hire of Sandra Douglass Morgan. On Thursday (July 7th), the team announced that Sandra Douglass Morgan would become their new president, making her the first Black president woman to hold the role in the National Football League’s history. “I am thrilled that Sandra has agreed to join the Raiders family,” Raiders owner Mark Davis said in a released statement. “Her experience, integrity and passion for this community will be invaluable to our organization. From the moment I met Sandra, I knew she was a force to be reckoned with. We are extremely lucky t...
Drake Speaks on the First Time He Listened to The Weeknd’s Music
Drake took a second to remember his first interaction with The Weeknd‘s music, taking to Instagram Stories to share that pivotal moment. The videos were posted just before The Weeknd was meant to kick off his “After Hours til Dawn Tour” in Toronto. “Okay, look. This right here, this little driveway area right here was the first place that I ever heard The Weeknd’s music. Shoutout to Oliver [El-Khatib], of course, my brother. Oliver played me The Weekend right here,” The Boy said. “This is my old building in Toronto. We were parked out here. It was raining.” He continued to give The Weeknd his flowers, “That same guy is selling out the SkyDome tomorrow. That man is selling out the SkyDome tomorrow.” Drake added, “I just want anybody that’s trying to do this shit to understand I heard this m...
