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Ciara and Russell Wilson Introduce Precious New Puppy: ‘The Sweetest Surprise’
Ciara got quite the surprise from Russell Wilson on Mother’s Day: a brand new puppy! On Monday (May 9), the superstar couple took to social media to introduce the world to their latest bundle of furry joy. “Meet.. BRONCO,” Ciara wrote using a dog emoji. “The kids call her Bronco Love Brownie:) The sweetest surprise. I love you baby @DangeRussWilson #MothersDay.” “Got a puppy!” the Beauty Marks singer gushes in the accompanying video as she cuddles up next to the Denver Broncos quarterback with a giant smile on her face. “Say hi — say hi, Bronco! Say ‘hi guys.’ That’s a cute girl.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Back in March, Ciara hosted Billboard’s 2022 Women in Music for the second time, opening the star-studded night with a special...
The Weeknd’s ‘Dawn FM’ Returns to No. 1 on Top Album Sales & Sets Vinyl Record
The Weeknd’s Dawn FM re-enters Billboard’s Top Album Sales chart (dated May 14) at No. 1 following the album’s release on vinyl, cassette and in boxed set configurations on April 29. It’s the set’s second nonconsecutive week atop the tally; it first reached No. 1 on the Feb. 12-dated chart, after its CD configuration was issued. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Dawn FM sold 44,000 copies in the U.S. in the week ending May 5 (up 2,284%) according to Luminate. Of that sum, nearly 34,000 were vinyl LPs – marking the largest sales week for an R&B album on vinyl since Luminate began tracking music sales in 1991. (R&B albums are defined as those that have hit Billboard’s Top R&B Albums chart.) Previously, Prince’s Welcome 2 America had the...
Pusha T Talks Collaborating With JAY-Z and Pharrell on ‘It’s Almost Dry’
In a recent interview with Apple Music 1’s Ebro Darden, Pusha T gave listeners a glimpse into the process of putting together his fourth studio album, It’s Almost Dry. Released on April 22, the LP marked the rapper’s first record in almost four years, following 2018’s DAYTONA. Speaking to Darden, Pusha T talked through different tracks on It’s Almost Dry. When it came to his single with JAY-Z, “Neck and Wrist,” the rapper revealed that he had already recorded the song solo before realizing it was missing something. “I had the record, I did the record, and I was like, man, I needed this record to step up a level, you know what I’m saying?,” he said. “Anybody else I could’ve done the record with, we could honestly say the same things. So that’s why I sent it to [JAY-Z], because I felt like I...
SPIN SESSIONS Presents: D’Arcy
Based out of New York City, rising dark indie punk pop artist D’Arcy has toured in over 40 cities throughout the US and is currently working on her new album with Sonny DiPerri (Nine Inch Nails, Radiohead). Her new single “Crazy” is out now – take a listen below. SPIN caught up with D’Arcy to talk about who inspires her, what her biggest challenge is, where “Crazy” came from, and more. Come and vibe with D’Arcy below! For more SPIN Sessions, head over to SPIN TV. Who is D’Arcy & how did you come to life?The identity of “D’Arcy” came to be through hunger I had to create music that was influenced by, but separate from, my personal experiences and history. She feels very much “me” and also entirely “not me.” I wanted to feel free and fresh. And I do. Tell us about your sound – where ...
How to Get Tickets to Austin City Limits 2022
The lineup for Austin City Limits 2022 has been revealed, and with its reliably extensive offering that appeals to just about every music fan, tickets for the two-weekend event are bound to be snatched up quickly. Get tickets here, and read on for the full lineup. What Is Austin City Limits? The long-running Austin, Texas-based music festival launches for another year in Zilker Park on October 7th and runs over two weekends for three days each across nine stages. Weekend 1 spans October 7th-9th and weekend 2 follows on October 14th-16th. Who Is Headlining Austin City Limits in 2022? Related Video The festival’s top-line is filled out by an astounding collection of music’s biggest names: Red Hot Chili Peppers, P!nk, The Chicks, SZA, Kacey Musgraves, Flume, Paramore, and Lil Nas X. Who ...
Mario Batali Found Not Guilty of Sexual Misconduct
Mario Batali has been found not guilty of indecent assault and battery charges dating back to May 2019. The verdict was delivered on Tuesday, May 10th, in Boston Municipal Court by Judge James Stanton after the celebrity chef waived his right to a jury decision. Judge Stanton made the ruling after a day and a half of testimony, primarily from the woman who accused the former Food Network personality of groping and kissing her without consent at a Boston bar in April 2017. “It’s an understatement to say that Mr. Batali did not cover himself in glory on the night in question,” the judge said (via The New York Times), while acknowledging the accuser “has significant credibility issues.” Batali did not testify. He was facing up to two and a half years in jail and would have been required to re...
Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine and Gibson Unveil Signature Songwriter Acoustic Guitar
Megadeth founder Dave Mustaine and Gibson have teamed up for another signature model: the Gibson Songwriter acoustic guitar in ebony. The latest model in the Dave Mustaine Collection is the first Gibson acoustic guitar to be fitted with a 24-fret neck, which features mother of pearl teeth inlays. Touting a slightly thinner walnut body, the Songwriter also has a cutaway for easy access to the upper frets — essential for Megadeth-style shredding. Additional appointments include Grover Rotomatic tuners, a TUSQ nut, saddle, bridge pins, and a higher output LR Baggs VTC under-saddle pickup with soundhole mounted volume and tone controls. Vic Rattlehead artwork adorns the pickguard. Advertisement Related Video The guitar comes in a standard model and a limited-edition signed model, both with a c...
Here’s the Story Behind the White House’s Secret Vinyl Collection
Sure, the Library of Congress has a National Film Registry, and sure, President Obama stays up to date on popular music, but can you imagine the White House housing its own private record collection? For a time, it did, and John Chuldenko — grandson of President Jimmy Carter — unearthed it. Chuldenko, a writer, director, and producer, learned of the vinyl collection from his uncle Jeff, who, as Carter’s youngest son, spun the music himself when he was living at the White House. The selection came to be in the 1970s, when the Recording Industry Association of America approached the White House about creating a library for music the same way the American Booksellers Association had done for books. Songwriter Johnny Mercer curated the library’s initial installation, and over 1,800 LPs were pr...
Sean “Diddy” Combs Launches Love Records, Announces New Summer LP
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Gio Bandero / Combs Enterprises Sean “Diddy” Combs knows quite a bit about running a label after taking the Bad Boy imprint to some of the highest heights in music. The savvy businessman is once again diving into the music business with a new venture known as Love Records. Diddy AKA Love announced today (May 10) that he’s launching his Love Records imprint. The announcement also includes details of an exclusive one-time album deal with Motown for a Diddy solo album for release this summer. Related Stories “Music has always been my first love, LOVE RECORDS is the next chapter is about getting back to the love and making the best music of my life,” Combs shared in a statement. “For the [l]abel I’m focused on creating timeless R&B music with the next gen...
Fans Urge Chloe Bailey Not To Go “Full Monica” After Gunna & Young Thug Were Arrested On RICO Charges
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Theo Wargo / Getty Somehow, someway, social media has found a way to include Chloe Bailey in Young Thug and his YSL crew’s legal drama. For those who don’t know, Atlanta rapper Young Thug was among 28 individuals rounded up by law enforcement and slapped with RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act) conspiracy charges. Also among the group was Thugger’s artist, Gunna, who was rumored to be dating Chloe Bailey, a claim that she has flat out denied. Regardless, Black Twitter, who has a unique skill in finding comedy in the direst of situations, decided to throw Chloe Bailey’s name in the mess anyway. Twitter users are hilariously warning her not to go full Monica, a nod to the “So Gone” singer still being down for the currently incarc...
“Hit The Quan” Rapper iLoveMemphis Arrested For Partying Too Hard
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Miami Dade County PD / TMZ It’s been a minute since a party got so out of control that a rapper was led away in handcuffs, but Memphis rapper, iLoveMemphis has just accomplished that feat and judging from his mugshot, he’s cool with it. TMZ is reporting that over the weekend the “Hit The Quan” rapper found himself in iron bracelets after police responded to a call alleging that people were throwing bottles at passing cars at a house party. Once police arrived at the scene they found a shirtless Memphis who reeked of liquor and spoke with slurred speech. After asking him multiple times to identify himself and say his first and last name, iLoveMemphis was unable to so police attempted to take him into custody. Related Stories Cops say when they started plac...
Travis Scott Slated To Perform At 2022 Billboard Music Awards
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Alexander Tamargo / Getty Travis Scott is making his public return to the stage in a bold fashion, being the latest artist to be named as a performer at the 2022 Billboard Music Awards. According to reports, the Billboard Music Awards announced on Monday (May 9th) that the Houston native will be performing at the awards show that will be taking place this upcoming weekend. Travis Scott’s appearance will be the first time he’s performed in such a setting since the tragedy at the Astroworld Festival last November which resulted in 10 deaths. The awards show made the announcement through its Twitter account. Scott is up for an award this year for the remix of “Goosebumps” with HVME being nominated for Top Dance/Electronic Song. He’ll join other notable artis...
