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Aimee Mann Says Steely Dan Dropped Her From Tour, Donald Fagen Apologizes
Well, first of all, the idea that I would make any decision based on the gender of a performer is ridiculous. That’s something that would never even occur to me. There was a communication problem on our end. I was misinformed as to how firm the commitment was to any particular opening act. And, although I have the greatest respect for Aimee as a writer and performer, I thought it might not be the best matchup in terms of musical style. But I can’t pass the buck. I’ll take the blame for the screwup. I apologize for any distress this has caused Aimee and her fans.
JAY-Z and Director Jeymes Samuel Reunite for Netflix Adaptation of ‘Irredeemable’ and ‘Incorruptible’ Comics
JAY-Z and The Harder They Fall director Jeymes Samuel are collaborating once again for Netflix‘s adaptation of the Boom! Studios’ graphic novel series Irredeemable and its spin-off, Incorruptible. The BAFTA Film Award winner will serve as the film’s director while Hov will co-produce alongside James Lassiter, Jeymes Samuel and Stephen Christy and Ross Richie for Boom! Studios. Kemp Powers will pen the adaptation and co-executive produce with Adam Yoelin. “Created by comic book legend Mark Waid (“Kingdom Come”) and illustrated by Peter Krause, Irredeemable is one of the most impactful series of its time, running for 37 issues and selling over 1.5 million copies. A deconstructionist remix of the genre, the series dramatizes how the world’s greatest hero — The Plutonian — snapped under the pr...
Trae Tha Truth Teases Surprise Album, Talks Friendship With ‘Little Bro’ Gunna & Young Thug at SXSW
As a born-and-bred Texan, it’s no surprise that Trae Tha Truth is back in Austin for the 2022 edition of South by Southwest. Backstage at Gunna and Young Thug’s set Thursday night for Billboard x Samsung’s three-night SXSW concert series, Billboard News’ Tetris Kelly caught up with Trae to talk about his friendship with the two young rappers and what it’s like to be back at South By. “I’ve been here since the beginning days,” Trae says. “I’ve seen a lot of artists be created through South by Southwest.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news He also talked about his early interactions with Thug and with Gunna (“that’s little bro”) and how he’s been impacting his Houston hometown since receiving the Change Maker Award at the 2021 Billboard Music A...
Hardwell to Close Out Ultra Miami 2022 After Four-Year Hiatus
Four years after stepping away from the EDM scene that made him a global star, Hardwell will take the stage again in Miami next weekend at Ultra Music Festival, Billboard has learned. The Dutch DJ-producer will close out the three-day festival as the “special guest” in the final main stage slot at 9 p.m. on Sunday, March 27, say three people familiar with the matter. Explore Explore Hardwell See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Hardwell, whose real name is Robbert van de Corput, rose to fame amid the hands-in-the-air commercial explosion of dance music in the U.S. from 2012 to 2018, headlining major festivals like Ultra and TomorrowWorld and holding residencies at top-flight venues like Hakkasan in Las Vegas. He produced a slew of high-energy progressive ho...
Paul Simon Shopping Simon & Garfunkel Recorded Royalties
A year after Paul Simon sold his song catalog to Sony Music Publishing, the legendary artist is now shopping his master recording royalties from his Simon & Garfunkel recorded works, multiple sources tell Billboard. The master royalties include the five Simon & Garfunkel studio albums that the duo recorded for Columbia/Sony starting in 1964, including 1971 Grammy album of the year Bridge Over Troubled Water. The duo has sold more than 100 million records, according to Sony. “The Sound of Silence,” “Mrs. Robinson,” “America,” “Homeward Bound,” “The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin’ Groovy)” and “The Boxer” are among the classic recordings on these albums. A source says Art Garfunkel is not selling his master recording royalties. Simon, one of the most revered singer-songwriters in mo...
VIDEO: Barry Jhay – Story
Check out this brand new visual from Barry Jhay titled “Story”, out now. Nigerian singer Barry Jhay drops the official music video to his released song titled “Story“, directed by Jyde Ajala. The record “Story” reflects on his journey in his career and struggles encountered with appreciation to God for the victories too. “Story” is taken off his released extended play titled “Son Of God“, a 7 tracks record. Watch and share Barry Jhay – Story below. [embedded content]
VIDEO: Oxlade – Want You
Check out this brand new visual from Oxlade titled “Want You”. Nigerian sensation Oxlade thrills his fans with the music video for his released single titled “Want You“. The music visual is an interesting video, in which he puts out an impressive performance. It was directed by Oluwaseyi Akinlade (UAX). “Want You” is for your viewing pleasure, relax and enjoy. Watch and share Oxlade – “Want You” below. [embedded content]
VIDEO: Young Jonn – Dada
Here is the official music video from Young Jonn titled “Dada”. Nigerian music producer and singer Young Jonn come through with the music visual for his released song titled “Dada“. The music video “Dada” is a nice visual shot in a beautiful serene location, a Mansa Musa Film, directed by Kunai Lester. “Dada” visual is dedicated to his fans and viewing pleasure of all. Watch and share Young Jonn – “Dada” below. [embedded content]
Juice WRLD’s ‘Fighting Demons’ Receives Vinyl Release, Updated Digital Deluxe Edition
Juice WRLD‘s latest posthumous album, Fighting Demons, has received a vinyl release and an updated digital deluxe edition. The vinyl release features all original tracks from the digital album is available online and in-store, along with an exclusive red vinyl color released at Target. Meanwhile, the updated digital deluxe edition now includes the previously-released singles “Sometimes,” “Legends” and “Rich and Blind.” Fighting Demons dropped in December 2021 and was produced by Lil Bibby, the rapper who worked closely with the late artist and founder of Grade A Productions, and Juice’s manager Peter Jideonwo. The record debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200, giving him his fifth chart entry. Stream Juice WRLD’s Fighting Demons on Spotify and Apple Music, and purchase the vinyl releases on...
Song of the Week: Arcade Fire Return with the Genuine and Cathartic “The Lightning I, II”
Song of the Week breaks down and talks about the song we just can’t get out of our head each week. Find these songs and more on our Spotify Top Songs playlist. For our favorite new songs from emerging artists, check out our Spotify New Sounds playlist. This week, Arcade Fire return to form with a blistering and emotional two-part track. After 2017’s Everything Now, Arcade Fire are back with a new pair of (linked) singles: “The Lightning I, II,” which is set to appear on their upcoming sixth studio album, WE, out May 6th. Arcade Fire are no stranger to sprawling (sorry) odysseys, and on “The Lightning,” they bring a sense of urgency that hasn’t been as present in the band’s catalog since Neon Bible. The first half of “The Lightning” has an air of theatrical dra...
Alex G Drops “End Song” from We’re All Going to the World’s Fair Soundtrack: Stream
Alex G has released his new track “End Song” via Milan Records/Sony Music Entertainment. The vocal track scores the end credits for the upcoming indie thriller We’re All Going to the World’s Fair, which the singer-songwriter also soundtracked. “I choose to stay/ There is no other way/ I read the sign/ I do not ask it why/ You know what they do to little dogs like you,” he repeatedly warns over spare guitar. After making its world premiere more than a year ago at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival, We’re All Going to the World’s Fair is set to premiere April 22nd in theaters and on HBO Max. Starring Anna Cobb, the haunting film follows the story of a teenage girl who gets initiated into a horror role-playing game and begins losing her grip on reality as she documents her entire experience...
Travis Barker to Perform at the 2022 Oscars
Travis Barker has been drumming for seemingly everyone and their mother lately, so it shouldn’t come as too much of a shock that the Blink-182 member will next take the stage at the 2022 Academy Awards. Barker will be featured in this year’s All-Star Band alongside piano legend Robert Glasper, percussionist and singer Sheila E., and the show’s music director Adam Blackstone. Additionally, DJ D-Nice will perform, as will The Samples, a vocal group led by Green Day affiliate Jason White. At least one of this year’s musical nominees will perform at the Oscars, but it won’t be for the nominated song. As Variety reports, the Encanto favorite “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” will see its first-ever live rendition during the broadcast, even though the sentimental ballad “Dos Oruguitas” ...
