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5 Uplifting Moments in Latin Music This Week (March 26)
From career milestones and new music releases to major announcements and more, Billboard editors highlight the latest news buzz in Latin music every week. Here’s what happened in the Latin music world this week. Snow Tha Product teams up with Rockstar Energy Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Snow Tha Product has unleashed a corrido titled “Cobrar,” along with an accompanying short film, in partnership with Rockstar Energy Drink and The SpringHill Company. The uplifting release celebrates the stories of young game changers who “make a difference in the Hispanic community and bring a ‘new energy’ to the music space,” according to the companies. In the hip-hop-infused track, Snow narrates witnessing her parents hustle worki...
Watch the 2022 Ultra Music Festival Live Stream
For those of you who are unfortunately unable to attend Ultra Music Festival this year, worry not. The festival has organized yet another phenomenal livestream schedule to fulfill all your festival needs. Aptly dubbed ULTRALIVE, the livestream can be accessed via YouTube or Ultra’s website. For those watching from home, be sure to plan accordingly since broadcast times for the festival will vary by day. On Friday, ULTRALIVE will air from 3:30PM to midnight while Saturday’s stream will run from 4PM to midnight. Sunday will have the shortest run—3PM to 10PM. You can tune into the stream below. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles Ultra Music Festival 2022 Livestream Schedule Friday, March 25th: 3:30PM to midnightSaturday, March 26th: 4PM to midnightSunday, March 27th: 3PM to 1...
Christina Perri on New Single “Evergone” and the Influence of Taylor Swift’s folklore and evermore
Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | Amazon Podcasts | Stitcher | Pocket Casts | Radio Public | RSS Christina Perri sits down with Kyle Meredith to talk about her latest single, “Evergone,” and the heartbreaking journey to writing after the process of grief and healing after her daughter was stillborn. Related Video The “Jar of Hearts” singer-songwriter discusses the importance of talking about her experience, normalizing mental health discussions, and how she found her path back to making music. Perri also tells us about the importance Taylor Swift’s folklore and evermore had on her during this time, covering The Little Mermaid’s “Kiss the Girl,” and her absolute love of the Twilight series, for which she famously p...
Beyond the Boys’ Club: Dorothy
Beyond the Boys’ Club is a monthly column from journalist and radio host Anne Erickson, focusing on women in the heavy music genres, as they offer their perspectives on the music industry and discuss their personal experiences. Erickson is also a music artist herself and recently released a new single, “Scars,” with Upon Wings. This month’s piece features an interview with singer Dorothy. Dorothy (full name Dorothy Martin) has crafted the album she always wanted to create with Gifts from the Holy Ghost. The set highlights Dorothy’s powerful, emotive vocals, as she sings about breaking free from oppression, saying farewell to demons and maintaining power in an uncertain world. The name of the new album is inspired in part from a wild experience Dorothy had on a tour bus three years ago. Aft...
Trivium’s Matt Heafy Shares New Ibaraki Song “Rōnin” Featuring My Chemical Romance’s Gerard Way: Stream
Trivium frontman Matthew Kiichi Heafy has unveiled the new song “Rōnin” from his solo black metal project Ibaraki, and it features guest vocals from My Chemical Romance singer Gerard Way. It’s the third single from Ibaraki’s debut album Rashomon, arriving May 6th. Produced by Ihsahn, the album and song see Heafy melding a black metal sound with the melodic sensibilities of his past metal output. “Rōnin” exemplifies the double-edged blade of melody and harshness that has defined the Ibaraki singles so far. Interestingly, it’s Heafy providing the clean vocals, while Way delivers the screams. Advertisement Related Video “‘A rōnin is a masterless warrior,” said Heafy via a press release. “The final two full compositions on Rashōmon see a significant shift musically. The album as a whole — with...
AEROSMITH Drummer JOEY KRAMER To Sit Out 2022 Concert Dates; Temporary Replacement Announced
AEROSMITH drummer Joey Kramer has “regrettably made the decision to sit out the band’s concerts in 2022 so he can focus his full attention on his family during these uncertain times,” according to a statement from the legendary rockers. While Kramer “takes a temporary leave of absence” from AEROSMITH, he will once again be replaced by his drum tech, John Douglas. “[Kramer] and the band look forward to his future performances with AEROSMITH,” the statement adds. Two years ago, Kramer rejoined his AEROSMITH bandmates on stage during the group’s residency in Las Vegas. A month earlier, he sued the rest of AEROSMITH in a bid to perform with them at two Grammy-related events. But a Massachusetts judge eventually ruled against him and the group pla...
EUGENE ABDUKHANOV Of Ukrainian Metal Band JINJER: ‘For One Month I Haven’t Been Able To Hug My Most Beloved Ones’
Bassist Eugene Abdukhanov of Ukrainian modern metallers JINJER has once again condemned Russia’s invasion of his country, calling it “the most brutal, barbaric and horrible war in Europe” since the Second World War. Since Russian president Vladimir Putin launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in the early hours of February 24, more than 10 million people have been displaced, several Ukrainian towns and cities have been besieged and bombarded beyond recognition, and hundreds of civilians have been killed. Earlier today (Friday, March 25), Abdukhanov shared a few Instagram pictures of him and his family, and he included the following message: “This the last photo we took together before the Russian invasion started. The most brutal, barbaric and horrible war in Eur...
Watch: ALICE IN CHAINS’ JERRY CANTRELL Kicks Off ‘Brighten’ Solo Tour In St. Paul
ALICE IN CHAINS guitarist/vocalist Jerry Cantrell kicked off his “Brighten” solo tour last night (Thursday, March 24) at the Palace Theater in St. Paul, Minnesota. Jerry‘s band for the tour consists of Tyler Bates (guitar), Greg Puciato (backing vocals), Gil Sharone (drums), George Adrian (bass), Michael Rozon (pedal steel) and Jason Achilles (keyboards). The set includes songs from Cantrell‘s latest solo album, “Brighten”, along with favorite hits from Jerry‘s catalog. The setlist for the St. Paul concert was as follows: 01. Atone 02. Psychotic Break 03. Them Bones 04. Siren Song 05. Cut You In 06. My Song 07. Had To Know 08. No Excuses 09. Black Gives Way To Blue 10. Sea Of Sorrow 11. Prism Of Doubt 12. Black Hearts And Evil Done 13. Angel Eyes 1...
Rockers React To Death Of FOO FIGHTERS Drummer TAYLOR HAWKINS
Paul Stanley (KISS), Ozzy Osbourne, Tom Morello and Geezer Butler (BLACK SABBATH) are among the musicians who have reacted on social media to the passing of FOO FIGHTERS drummer Taylor Hawkins. Hawkins died on Friday (March 25) at the age of 50. The band confirmed his passing in a statement. “The FOO FIGHTERS family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss of our beloved Taylor Hawkins,” read the message. “His musical spirit and infectious laughter will live on with all of us forever. “Our hearts go out to his wife, children, and family, and we ask that their privacy be treated with the utmost respect in this unimaginably difficult time.” FOO FIGHTERS were on tour in South America at the time of Hawkins‘s death and were preparing to perform in Bogot...
Dotman – If You Know ft EL
Check out this brand new single from Dotman titled “If You Know”, out now. 808 Recordz boss Dotman drops a brand new single titled “If You Know” for his lovely fans and supporters, he features E.L. The new record “If You Know” is an impressive single taken off the just-released extended play he calls “Vibes and Chill“. It fills in as a follow-up to his previously released song titled “More”. However, this certainly deserves a spot on your playlist. Listen and share Dotman – “If You Know” ft E.L below.
Dotman – Kiss Your Hand
Check out this brand new single from Dotman titled “Kiss Your Hand”, out now. 808 Recordz boss Dotman drops a brand new single titled “Kiss Your Hand” for his lovely fans and supporters. The new record “Kiss Your Hand” is an impressive single taken off the just-released extended play he calls “Vibes and Chill“. It fills in as a follow-up to his previously released song titled “If You Know”. However, this certainly deserves a spot on your playlist. Listen and share Dotman – “Kiss Your Hand” below.
Dotman – Star Life
Check out this brand new single from Dotman titled “Star Life”, out now. 808 Recordz boss Dotman drops a brand new single titled “Star Life” for his lovely fans and supporters. The new record “Star Life” is an impressive single taken off the just-released extended play he calls “Vibes and Chill“. It fills in as a follow-up to his previously released song titled “Kiss Your Hand”. However, this certainly deserves a spot on your playlist. Listen and share Dotman – “Star Life” below.
