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Amazon Launches Beta Version Of Amp, Focuses On Live DJ Shows & Convos
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Amazon / Amazon Amazon is in the early stages of rolling out a new app that will grant users opportunities to use its vast music library to DJ live shows and also host group conversations. The service, Amp, is currently in beta testing mode, and some big names in entertainment will join the space during its initial run. Variety reports that Amp is now available for the Apple app store beginning Tuesday (March 8), and will give users immediate and legal access to millions of tracks from the catalogs of Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, and Warner Music Group, allowing these fledgling DJs to hold conversations with other listeners. From Variety: Related Stories “Radio has always been about music and culture,” said John Ciancutti, vice preside...
HHW Gaming: ‘God of War’ Live-Action TV Series Being Shopped To Amazon Prime
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Santa Monica Studio / God of War: Ragnarok We can expect to be hearing Kratos scream boooooooyyyy in a live-action television series soon. PlayStation Productions is hard at work turning popular video game properties into big-budget Hollywood productions. Per Deadline, a live-action television series based on Sony Santa Monica’s popular God of War video game franchise is currently being shopped to Amazon Prime. No deal has been made yet, but don’t be shocked if Amazon hits the start button on the show that will be helmed by Mark Fergus and Hawk Ostby (The Expanse) plus The Wheel of Time showrunner Rafe Judkins. Based on a synopsis from PlayStation, the show will bring 2018’s fantastic God of War game to the small screen. Per PlayStation: Startin...
Apple’s Mac Studio & Studio Display Sound Like A Creative Professionals Dream Desktop Computer
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Apple / Apple Mac Studio & Studio Display With its new slate flagship devices, Apple is coming for all of the hard-earned coins you earned while working from home in these past two years. The devil works hard, but Apple works harder to drop new products “more powerful and faster” than previously announced devices. Tuesday (Mar.8), the American-based tech giant had its first Apple Event of 2022 and came bearing gifts for Apple fanatics that will have them looking at the bank accounts, trying to figure out how in the hell they will pay for them. During the event, Tim Cook and co spoke about all of the Academy Award nominations, its slate of AppleTV+ that many people still haven’t seen, a new green color for the iPhone 13, an updated iPad Air, plus a ref...
VIDEO: L.A.X ft Ayra Starr – Options
Check out this brand new music video from L.A.X performing his song titled “Options”. Nigerian singer L.A.X drops the new visual for his released single titled “Options” featuring Ayra Starr. The new music video is a fascinating visual with lovely costumes and background. Notable Lyrics (Mm, ATG Music) You got options, I knowBut rookies can’t mess with prosI want you but I have to choose meBut you keep running backBabyHave a listen what me sayingI don’t wanna have to do thisBut I got to choose me, I got to choose me, yeah Bad boy me I stay jiggyAnd everything you know I done did itIf it’s not for me, then I leave itThen I leave it, ahI don’t wanna speak bars to you cos action speaks louderI don’t wanna speak bars to you cos action speaks louder, seh And you be sicker than them, them knowAn...
Judikay – Man of Galilee
Judith Kanayo who is popularly known as Judikay is a Nigerian gospel musician, songwriter, and singer. She is a graduate of theatre and film studies and she studied at Redeemer University. Judikay hails from the Southern Part of Nigerian. Judikay has contributed tremendously to the music industry of Nigeria and beyond with her grace-filled songs. She has constantly used her talents to draw people to God. In 2019, she released a hit song Man of Galilee which shook the music industry. The song man of Galilee by Judikay is the one that will send goosebumps down your spine. It will immediately take you to that deep place of prayer and gratitude where you will be automatically reminded of the numerous graces and mercies of God. Listening to songs by Judikay always reveals that it is more than w...
Judikay – Alanu
Judith Kanayo who is popularly known as Judikay is a Nigerian gospel musician, songwriter, and singer. She is a graduate of theatre and film studies and she studied at Redeemer University. Judikay hails from the Southern Part of Nigerian. Judikay is continuously trying to make sure that we never lose sight of the mercies of God. She has the best words to praise God and sing of his mercy and this was yet evident again in her song Alanu. Alanu was released in 2019 as the 12th track of the album Man of Galilee. Here she featured Barbs Carpenterz. The mercies of God are overwhelming. He is a miracle worker. A God who never changes. Alanu by Judikay is a song that constantly reminds you that God is a loving God, his mercies are new every morning. TOP SONGS FOR YOU: We do nothing to deserve his ...
Eminem Makes History as Most-Certified Artist for Singles in RIAA
Eminem on Tuesday made history as the number-one awarded musician for singles in the Recording Industry Association of America‘s (RIAA) Gold and Platinum program with 73.5 million new certifications, moving his career total to 227.5 million. Alongside the new certifications, the chart-topping rapper’s 2005 compilation album Curtain Call: The Hits received the RIAA’s Diamond Album Award, marking Eminem’s third trophy in the full-length category. ? With 73.5 million NEW certified units, @Eminem is now the #1 singles artist in Gold & Platinum history! ? 166 MILLION career Single Awards! @Interscope @ShadyRecords #Aftermath ? https://t.co/V4yPacatoW pic.twitter.com/dtnDwk41IO — RIAA (@RIAA) March 8, 2022 Eminem’s career-high figure represents 166 million single certifications and 61.5...
E11EVEN Announces 5-Day Miami Music Week 2022 Takeover With DJ Snake, FISHER, More
There aren’t many venues in the nation—let alone Miami—quite like E11EVEN. Thanks to its eye-popping production and sumptuous all-night parties, the famed venue has long been considered one of the city’s most coveted nightlife destinations. Combining the sultry exuberance of an afterhours club with the hedonistic vibrancy of a music festival, it’s an adult playground that puts the dance in dance music—literally. And for nearly a full week in March 2022, the $40 million Ultraclub is leveling up during one of the year’s most exciting times in Magic City. E11EVEN Miami The iconic, award-winning club, which is open until 10AM, has announced an extraordinary schedule of events in celebration of the return of Miami Music Week and Ultra Music Festival. E11EVEN’s impr...
Manic Focus, Minnesota, More to Headline Inaugural Sol Fest On Lush Florida Campgrounds
Coming to Campbellton, Florida, Sol Fest is making its debut in 2022 with a bang. Scheduled for May 6-8, the inaugural festival will take place in an idyllic, 1,600-acre locale called Lilypad Adventures, which is known for its private natural springs that flow into Chipola River. The lush grounds will provide attendees with an impressive lineup over three stages, as well as a slew of interactive pop-ups and art installations. But the festival is about much more than great music and fun moments. Co-founded by avid music festival-goers Justin Kulkusky and Alexus Williams, Sol Fest will be held in remembrance of their dear friend Quentin “Sol” Rupp, who tragically passed away following a car accident in 2021. Despite their festival’s state-of-the-art production and stellar musical slate...
Art of the Wild Festival to Turn Wynn Las Vegas Into a Tropical Wonderland With RÜFÜS DU SOL, Gorgon City, More
Wynn Nightlife and Framework are continuing to build Art of the Wild festival into the premier house and techno festival in Las Vegas. Considering its debut in 2018, Art of the Wild is a relative newcomer to Sin City’s festival scene, though it continues to build strong momentum. Hosted by Wynn’s XS Nightclub and Encore Beach Club, the fest has earned a reputation for assembling top-notch talent and a particularly vibrant atmosphere. In that regard, this year is no different. Art of the Wild organizers have now announced a stellar lineup featuring Diplo, RÜFÜS DU SOL, Claptone, Gorgon City, Maceo Plex and more. A number of prolific electronic brands will also curate stages and bring a unique sonic palette to the table, including Animale, CircoLoco, Elrow, Higher Ground and Real...
New York City Lifts Vaccination Status Requirements for Concerts
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced that the Key to NYC vaccination requirements have come to an end. The regulations required that concert venues—as well as bars and restaurants—validate customers’ proof of vaccination. The program went into effect last summer and has effectively been discontinued ended as of March 7th, 2022. The New York City government website notes that businesses can still validate vaccination status if they so choose. According to ABC7, Broadway shows will be among the businesses opting to maintain a vaccination and mask requirement through the end of the month at least. Whether or not more entertainment establishments will follow suit remains to be seen. Recommended Articles According to NY Daily News, Adams isn’t ruling out the p...
Bob Dylan Announces First New Book in 18 Years
Bob Dylan unveiled plans to publish a new book via Simon & Schuester titled The Philosophy of Modern Song, coming November 8, 2022. According to a release, Dylan has been writing the book since 2010. It offers an in-depth view of how Dylan views the songwriting process. From artists such as Nina Simone, Elvis Costello, Hank Williams, and Stephen Foster, Dylan breaks down the essentials of songwriting by analyzing the works of other artists in over 60 essays. The book covers a wide array of genres and promises to be laugh-out-loud funny. This book marks Dylan’s first publication since the release of Dylan’s Chronicles Vol. 1, published in 2004. it also received a Nobel Prize for literature in 2016. When asked about the book, Jonathan Karp (President of Simon & Schuester) says: “The ...
