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SEPULTURA Recruits ANGRA Drummer BRUNO VALVERDE For Last Three Shows Of U.S. Tour
SEPULTURA has recruited Bruno Valverde (ANGRA) to play drums for the band for the last three shows of its North American after drummer Eloy Casagrande broke his right leg in a stage accident. The “North American Quadra” 2022 trek with SACRED REICH and CROWBAR kicked off on March 4 in Sacramento and is set to conclude on April 8 in Berkeley, California. SEPULTURA also has a six-date tour of Mexico scheduled for April 12-17. Earlier today, SEPULTURA released the following statement via social media: “Sepulnation, bad news! Eloy Casagrande has severely injured his leg which forces him to leave the tour and go home for proper treatment and to be close to his family. Please wish him all the best and a speedy recovery!! “We have been lucky enough that Bruno Valverde (ANGR...
The Weeknd Becomes Sixth Solo Artist To Earn Three Diamond Singles
The Weeknd is officially only the sixth solo artist with three diamond singles as “Blinding Lights” and “Starboy” were certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The diamond certification confirms that both singles have sold at least 10 million units in the US; as stated on the RIAA website, “Starboy” has officially sold 11 million units in the US as of April 5, achieving this feat in a span of six years. Meanwhile, “Blinding Lights,” which appeared on After Hours, has sold 10 million units and is now platinum after only two years. The XO Records head also recently released a music video for his Dawn FM cut “Out of Time,” which featured Jim Carrey and Squid Game star/model Jung Ho-yeon. Elsewhere in music, Mike Dean apologized to BTS after launching cr...
The ‘Pokémon’ Anime 25th-Anniversary Video Chronicles Ash’s Journey
To mark the 25th-anniversary of the Pokémon anime series, the franchise took to Twitter to share a promotional video celebrating its long-standing run. Debuted in Japan on April 1, 1997, the anime recently received a one-hour special to commemorate the anniversary. The clip focuses on Ash Ketchum, known as Satoshi in Japan, and his journey throughout the show’s span. Starting his adventure in the Kanto Region’s Pallet Town, Ash traveled the Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, Unova and Kalos regions to achieve his dream of becoming a Pokémon Master. Aside from meeting friends along his way, Ash also caught an array of Pokémon, which are highlighted in the video. It is important to note that the video features the anime’s first opening theme song “Mezase Pokémon Master” by Rica Matsumoto, the Japa...
Fanatics’ zerocool Releases ‘Jackass’ Collectible Trading Cards
Serving as the first trading card brand dedicated to pop culture and entertainment, Fanatics‘ zerocool has releaseda set for Jackass. Curated by Johnny Knoxville, Jeff Tremaine and Sean Cliver, the collectible trading cards immortalize the pioneers of viral videos and contemporary American slapstick humor. the first set of cards in partnership with a major entertainment franchise from zerocool, the collectibles capture absurd stunts, Jackass cast members and collaborators. Names featured include Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, Wee Man, Rachel Wolfson, Machine Gun Kelly, Tyler the Creator, Tony Hawk and many more. From now until April 7, 9 p.m. EDT, Fanatics’ zerocool Jackass Trading Cards will be available via auction on zerocool’s website. The direct-to-consumer approach ensures market-based p...
Netflix Actually Adds “Short Ass Movies” Category After ‘SNL’ Sketch
In a recent Saturday Night Live sketch, Pete Davidson and Gunna appeared in a sketch that pays homage to films that are around the one hour and 30 minute mark. The premise of the sketch saw the stars sit around a TV looking for “a really short movie” to watch. Davidson can be heard saying, “Three hours, 47 minutes? Bro, you must be crazy. No thanks, Imma watch a short-ass movie like Driving Miss Daisy.” Netflix responded to the SNL video on social media with the caption, “Good idea,” alongside a newly created link for “Short-Ass Movies” . It appears that SNL and Davidson have spoken it into existence as viewers can now use this link to look for films that are under the one hour and 40 minute mark. Take a look at the sketch below. good idea https://t.co/PIIix3MZUK https://t.co/lyJmpuGBko — ...
‘Squid Game’ Director Hwang Dong-hyuk Reveals He Is Working On a “Much More Violent” New Project
Director and creator of the popular Netflix K-drama Squid Game, Hwang Dong-hyuk has revealed that he is working on a new project that is “much more violent” than his last. Variety reported that he is currently developing a new film with a working title, Killing Old People Club or K.O. Club. The storyline is inspired by a novel written by Umberto Eco, a well-known Italian essayist and intellectual. In a current conversation at MipTV, the director, alongside producer Jun Young Jang at February Films, revealed that he has already written a 25-page treatment about the project. He calls the project “another controversial film” and even alluded that “it will be more violent than Squid Game.” The creator is slated to write the second season of Squid Game, which he hopes will stream on Netflix by ...
LL COOL J Announces Brand New ROCK THE BELLS FESTIVAL
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Rich Fury / Getty LL COOL J famously delivered the blistering 1980s hit “Rock The Bells” in the early days of his recording career, and the phrase holds weight today. This week, the Queens Hip-Hop legend announced the ROCK THE BELLS FESTIVAL coming later this summer in the rapper’s home borough. On Monday (April 4), the artist born James Todd Smith announced the music festival that shares the namesake with his pioneering single, lifestyle brand, and radio station. Related Stories The stacked lineup includes Ladies Love Cool James himself alongside DJ Z-Trip, Ice Cube, Rick Ross, Lil’ Kim, The Diplomats, Fat Joe, Remy Ma, Jadakiss, Scarface, Trina, N.O.R.E., and the Digable Planets. Other acts are expected to be added to this already stellar lineup. Hostin...
Kid Cudi Joins Cast Of John Woo’s ‘Silent Night’
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Rich Fury/VF22 / Getty Fans of John Woo films are well aware that the famed director has a penchant for action films, and an upcoming feature currently in production promises more of the same. Joining the cast of Woo’s Silent Night offering is Kid Cudi, who continues to show off his impressive acting chops. Cudi, born Scott Mescudi, will join the cast of Silent Night alongside Joel Kinnaman, Harold Torres, and Catalina Sandino Moreno as reported by the good folks at Deadline. The film centers on Goldlock, played by Kinnaman, a father seeking vengeance on gang members who killed his son in the crossfire. In the film, Cudi will play Det. Dennis Vassel. Related Stories Silent Night is currently on location in Mexico City and working from a screenplay written...
How to Get Tickets to Diljit Dosanjh’s 2022 Tour
Indian superstar musician and actor Diljit Dosanjh will tour the US and Canada for the first time in three years in Summer 2022. Dosanjh’s “Born to Shine World Tour” features 10 North American concerts taking place in June and July. Get tickets here, and read on for more info including pre-sale details. What Is Diljit Dosanjh’s Next Tour? Advertisement Related Video Diljit Dosanjh’s “Born to Shine World Tour” features 10 North American dates, beginning at Vancouver’s Rogers Arena on Sunday June 19th. Additional dates include stops in Winnipeg, MB; Toronto, ON; Newark, NJ; Fairfax, VA; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Los Angeles, CA; and Oakland, CA. “It has been more than 2 years since I performed live with my last live show taking place in Mumbai early 2020, so I am incredibly excited for this t...
Justin Bieber Offering $3 Million in Free Therapy to Fans and Crew
Justin Bieber is likely raking in millions on his 98-date “Justice World Tour,” but he’s sharing the wealth by financing therapy for his fans and crew. The pop star has teamed up with affordable therapy service BetterHelp to offer mental health assistance of up to $3,000,000 in value. “The one thing I’ve learned over the years is that we all go through our ups and downs, and we all need help sometimes,” Bieber said in a statement. “Being able to offer access to free therapy to my fans and tour family is a real blessing, and I’m humbled to be able to do it.” Perhaps aware of the toll that working away from home for months on end — and in a pandemic, no less — can have on touring musicians, Bieber’s deal prioritizes his crew, offering his 250+ person team free access to 18 months of therapy....
Pusha T and JAY-Z Reunite on New Song “Neck and Wrist”: Stream
Pusha T and JAY-Z have teamed up for a new song called “Neck and Wrist,” produced by Pharrell Williams. Check out the single below. “Neck and Wrist” marks King Push and Hov’s first collaboration since 2016’s “Drug Dealers Anonymous.” Before that, they both appeared on Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Fridays posse cut “So Appalled,” which later landed on 2010’s My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. In anticipation of his follow-up to 2018’s Daytona, Pusha has had a packed year. Back in February, he dropped the Kanye-produced Rap Song of the Week “Diet Coke,” which he later performed on Colbert. He also teamed up with Nigo for the song “Hear Me Clearly” before dropping the “Spicy Fish Diss” for Arby’s. Advertisement Related Video As for Jay, the rapper last released a pair of songs off the sou...
ScHoolboy Q Drops New Song “Soccer Dad”: Stream
ScHoolboy Q is back with a new song called “Soccer Dad.” It’s his first solo single since 2019. Take a listen below. Menacing horns fuel “Soccer Dad,” as stop-start percussion punctuates the song’s back-and-forth riff. “Now here we go again, before I had a fan/ Was mapping out everything I wanted/ Earned what I planned,” ScHoolboy Q spits. “Soccer Dad” follows “Blacks n Mexicans,” a collaborative track ScHoolboy Q, Ty Dolla $ign, and B-Real contributed to last year’s Gully soundtrack. Before that, the rapper teamed up with Freddie Gibbs for the song “Gang Signs.” His last album came in 2019 with CrasH Talk. Advertisement Related Video Share this: [flexi-common-toolbar] [flexi-form class=”flexi_form_style” title=”Submit to Flexi” name=”my_form” ajax=...
