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Ravyn Lenae: HYPNOS
Sounding like someone else is by no means the limit to Lenae’s creative yield; she is as self-assured as she is exploratory. Rather than replicating a nostalgia that’s become commonplace, she has earnestly studied these forebears and applied their techniques to her own brand of soft and intense music. “Light Me Up,” the album’s sexy, slow-burning centerpiece, creates a moodboard of R&B references, and digs deep into the excitement of sexual exploration: “Come inside/Show me you’re the leader/Switchin’ sides/Make me a believer,” she begs. Lenae’s weightless falsetto and stimulated writing make it a female contemporary to D’Angelo’s “Untitled (How Does It Feel).” The way Lenae seems to examine and deliberate her decisions in real time makes her a magnetic narrator. On “M.I.A.,” she takes...
JeriQ ft PsychoYP – Trapping
Check out this brand new single from JeriQ titled – Trapping. Nigerian rapper/singer JeriQ comes through with brand new music titled “Trapping” featuring fellow music colleague PsychoYP. The new piece of music is an impressive tune off his latest body of work tagged “Billion Dollar Dream“, it has a 12-tracks record with notable features. However, it deserves a spot on your playlist, happy listening. Listen and share JeriQ ft PsychoYP – “Trapping” below. Download coming soon.
JeriQ ft Alpha P – Backdoor
Check out this brand new single from JeriQ titled – Backdoor. Nigerian rapper/singer JeriQ comes through with brand new music titled “Backdoor” featuring fellow music colleague Alpha P. The new piece of music is an impressive tune off his latest body of work tagged “Billion Dollar Dream“, it has a 12-tracks record with notable features. However, it deserves a spot on your playlist, happy listening. Listen and share JeriQ ft Alpha P – “Backdoor” below. Download coming soon.
JeriQ – Cartel Business ft Kofi Jamar
Check out this brand new single from JeriQ titled – Cartel Business. Nigerian rapper/singer JeriQ comes through with brand new music titled “Cartel Business” featuring fellow music colleague Kofi Jamar. The new piece of music is an impressive tune off his latest body of work tagged “Billion Dollar Dream“, it has a 12-tracks record with notable features. However, it deserves a spot on your playlist, happy listening. Listen and share JeriQ ft Kofi Jamar – “Cartel Business” below. Download coming soon.
Could Harry Styles Score His First Album of the Year Nod for ‘Harry’s House’? The Top Grammy Category Is Getting Crowded
With fans and critics alike already enjoying their stay at Harry’s House, the just-released third album from Harry Styles, is it too early to wonder whether the singer/songwriter could score his first album of the year Grammy nomination for the project? Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news We’re eight months into the eligibility period for the 2023 Grammy Awards (Oct. 1, 2021-Sept. 30, 2022), and on this week’s Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are digging into the already-crowded field for album of the year. While Styles’ sophomore album, Fine Line, was nominated for best pop vocal album at the 2021 Grammys (and its Billboard Hot 100-topping single “Watermelon Sugar” won for best pop solo performance), the One Direction singer h...
Taylor Swift Reacts to ‘Unbearable Heartbreak’ Following Texas School Massacre
Taylor Swift has spoken of her heartbreak for the latest “unfathomable” massacre, which has left at least 18 school children dead in Uvalde, Texas. Swift broke a months-long self-imposed Twitter hiatus to share an impassioned video from Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr, whose team prepared to play at the home arena of Dallas Mavericks, several hundred miles from the scene of the slaughter. “Filled with rage and grief, and so broken by the murders in Uvalde. By Buffalo, Laguna Woods and so many others,” she writes. “By the ways in which we, as a nation, have become conditioned to unfathomable and unbearable heartbreak. Steve’s words ring so true and cut so deep.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Speaking ahead of game 4 of the NBA Western C...
Kelly Clarkson Announces ‘Kellyoke’ EP With New Cover of Billie Eilish’s ‘Happier Than Ever’
Kelly Clarkson is channeling her popular “Kellyoke” series into a new EP. The talk-show host and Grammy-winning singer announced first thing Wednesday (May 25) that she will release a six-song Kellyoke EP on June 9 via Atlantic Records, featuring some of her favorite covers performed on The Kelly Clarkson Show. “Music is in the DNA of everything I do, so when The Kelly Clarkson Show started we knew it was the perfect way to kick off every episode,” Clarkson said in a press statement. “Over 500 songs later, and we’re still not running out of amazing artists to pay tribute to. Picking just six was near-impossible, but these songs have been some of my favorites. Thanks for singing along with me y’all!” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news To ce...
‘WTF With Marc Maron’ Podcast Inks Multi-Year Deal With Acast
Marc Maron has struck a three-year deal with Acast to host, monetize and distribute the comedian’s hit podcast, WTF With Marc Maron. As part of the deal, which begins on July 1, WTF will also offer bonus content, merchandise and live event offerings via Acast+, the podcast company’s subscription service. The back catalogue of WTF, currently available without ads on SiriusXM’s Stitcher Premium, will also be taken down and moved over to the open feed when the deal goes into effect, though a “small portion” will be paywalled on Acast+, according to Acast spokesperson Ryan Hatoum. New episodes of the show will continue to be released twice a week and will be available for free across all major podcast platforms, while advertisers will be able to pla...
Young Thug’s Lyrics Will Be Used as Evidence in Gang Indictment
Young Thug‘s song lyrics will be used in his ongoing indictment wherein he, Gunna and 28 others affiliated with Young Stoner Life (YSL) Records have been charged with conspiracy charges to violate the Racketeer Influenced & Corrupt Organization (RICO) Act. The rapper has since been denied bond and is awaiting trial. According to ABC News, the court will cite the Atlanta rapper’s songs and lyrics from between 2016 and 2021 as evidence against him — specifically lines from the tracks “Take it to Trial,” “Slatty,” “Anybody” and ”Ski.” The prosecution believes that the use of lyrics in the courtroom will help preserve, protect and enhance the reputation and power of YSL Records, which was founded by Young Thug in 2016 as an imprint of the music label 300 Enter...
Samuel L. Jackson To Star Alongside Chris Pratt in ‘Garfield’ Movie
Samuel L. Jackson is joining Chris Pratt in the upcoming animated Garfield movie. According to reports, the revered actor will be bringing a brand new character life: Vic, Garfield’s father. Pratt will be taking on the role of the titular character and the film will be directed by Mark Dindal of Chicken Little, while David Reynolds of Finding Nemo fame will be responsible for the script. The upcoming animated film will be the first in the Garfield franchise since 2009, following the direct-to-video movie Garfield’s Pet Force. Meanwhile, the live-action/computer animated hybrid films Garfield: The Movie and Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties hit theaters in 2004 and 2006 respectively, with Bill Murray voicing the lasagna-loving feline. The upcoming Garfield film premieres November 22, 2023. El...
Following Son’s Death, Nick Cave Says Fan Condolences Have Been “Great Source of Comfort”
Nick Cave’s son Jethro Lazenby died earlier this month at the age of 31. The venerable songwriter has asked for privacy as his family grapples with this unimaginable loss, but he did publish a letter on his website The Red Hand Files to thank fans for their condolences. He began as he often does, with a letter from a longtime listener. “Dear Nick,” Teresa from Uralla, Australia, wrote, “I have no question for you today. I just wanted to send my heartfelt condolences on the tragic loss of Jethro. All I can do is offer the collective love of all who read your letters. Much love to you and all your family.” Cave responded, “Dear Teresa, Thank you for your letter. Many others have written to me about Jethro, sending condolences and kind words. These letters are a great sour...
Rico Nasty Drops Chaotic New Single “Intrusive”: Stream
Rico Nasty has shared her new single, “Intrusive,” and its accompanying music video. Taking listeners on a journey through some of her most disturbing thoughts, the DMV rapper spits over a chaotic beat produced by Ben10k & Danes Blood. “I like putting on my makeup, ready to slash throats,” she raps. “Chokin’ bitches out with spiked chains and rope.” “This song tells the story of intrusive thoughts with some industrial elements,” Rico shared in a statement. “The song is a true [freestyle] for me and takes you for a ride through my mind.” Related Video Rico conceptualized the “Intrusive” video herself and co-directed it with Marco Alexander. Taking a DIY approach, the clip was made with “zero fucks” and features the artist’s glam team as she runs away from them and spreads messages like ...
