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Brave Ukrainian Girl Sings “Let It Go” Inside Bomb Shelter: Watch
With a bomb shelter as her stage and dozens of people seeking safety as her audience, a young Ukrainian girl named Amelia has captured the world’s attention with a defiant performance of Frozen’s “Let It Go.” Marta Smekhova was a member of the audience, and she filmed and uploaded the performance with the permission of Amelia’s mother. “From the first word in the [bomb shelter] came complete silence,” Smekhova wrote. “[E]veryone put their business aside and listen[ed] to a song by this girl who was just beaming light… even men couldn’t hold back the tears.” “Let It Go” has become an anthem for overcoming adversity, with lyrics such as, “Let the storm rage on/ The cold never bothered me any way.” The song takes on new meaning as Russian troops shell Ukrainian cities as part of an unpro...
Ukrainian Actor Pasha Lee Killed by Russian Forces While Defending Country
Ukrainian actor Pasha Lee was killed on Sunday in attack by Russian forces, according to a statement from the Odesa International Film Festival. He was 33 years old. Lee (also referred to as Pavlo Li and Pasha Li) was a well-known actor in his home country. He joined the Territorial Defense Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine following Russia’s invasion of the country, and was killed when Russian forces shelled Irpin, a city west of Kyiv. Lee was born in Yevpatoria, Crimea to a Korean father and Ukrainian mother. His credits include the 2019 comedy Meeting of Classmates, the 2017 sports action film The Fight Rules, the 2016 action comedy Selfie Party, and the 2012 comedy/drama Zvychayna Sprava. Advertisement Related Video Lee also dubbed beloved English-language films like The Lion King ...
Eulogies – Wolves At The Gate
RATING: 9/10 “Eulogies” is a sharp, vibrant record that, like the band’s 2019 release “Eclipse”, was self-produced by Stephen Cobucci (clean vocals, songwriting, rhythm guitar) and Joey Alarcon (lead guitar). The album’s big, enveloping sound emphasizes just how fun, energetic and emotionally satisfying it is. While Wolves At The Gate embrace rather formulaic song structure — nearly every song’s bridge occurs about three quarters of the way through like clockwork — the melodic metalcore band’s dynamism and execution lends excitement to each track. From the charging opener “Shadows” to the inspiring title track to the epic closer “Silent Anthem”, WATG‘s multi-faceted approach and deftness at building momentum keep...
Watch: JOHN 5 Performs In Mexico City
Fan-filmed video of John 5‘s entire February 27 performance at HDX Circus Bar in Mexico City, Mexico can be seen below. JOHN 5 AND THE CREATURES will embark on the “Sinner” tour next month. The band consists of John 5 on guitar, Ian Ross on bass and drummer Alex Mercado. Opening 15 of the 27 stops are THE HAXANS, the spooky rock duo featuring NEW YEARS DAY frontwoman Ash Costello and ROB ZOMBIE bassist Piggy D. JOHN 5 AND THE CREATURES will support FOZZY on some dates. John 5 shares: “I am so happy and excited to get out there on the road. It’s one of my favorite things to do in life and I am excited to see all the familiar faces. I can’t wait to play some new songs off the ‘Sinner’ album and travel the country. It truly is going to be an ama...
IN FLAMES Completes Recording 14th Album
Swedish metallers IN FLAMES have finished recording their fourteenth studio album. The follow-up to 2019’s “I, The Mask” is due later in the year. The news of the IN FLAMES LP’s completion was shared by singer Anders Fridén who took to his Instagram earlier today (Monday, March 7) to write: “Done…Nailed it!!! #14 #supportukraine #inflames”. IN FLAMES‘ upcoming album will mark the band’s recording debut with American drummer Tanner Wayne, best known for his work with UNDERMINDED, SCARY KIDS SCARING KIDS and CHIODOS. Wayne joined IN FLAMES following the departure of Joe Rickard, who played on “I, The Mask” and 2016’s “Battles”. Tanner made his live debut with IN FLAMES in July 2018 in Brno, Czech Republic. Longtime...
THE DEAD DAISIES Begin Recording New Album
THE DEAD DAISIES have entered a North Hollywood, California studio to begin recording their new album. The follow-up to 2021’s “Holy Ground” is tentatively due later this year. “Holy Ground” was released in January 2021. Recorded at La Fabrique Studios in the south of France with producer Ben Grosse, the LP was the band’s first to feature Glenn Hughes (DEEP PURPLE, BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION), who joined the group in 2019 as its new bassist and vocalist, replacing John Corabi (MÖTLEY CRÜE) and Marco Mendoza (THIN LIZZY). Drummer Deen Castronovo (JOURNEY) announced his exit from THE DEAD DAISIES in January 2021, two days after the band’s publicist revealed that Tommy Clufetos (OZZY OSBOURNE, BLACK SABBATH) would rejoin THE DEAD DAISIES when they hit th...
Pill Cosby Still Free: Supreme Court Refuses To Send Bill Cosby Back To Jail
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: MediaNews Group/Boston Herald via Getty Images / Getty Bill Cosby just caught another break. The Supreme Court refused to reverse the disgraced comedian’s overturned sexual assault conviction. Victims everywhere were disgusted when Cosby was released from prison early due to a technicality in 2021. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court vacated his conviction, for which he was serving a 3 to 10-year sentence, despite a jury convicting him of drugging and molesting Andrea Constand, along with the dozens of women accusing him of being a sexual predator for decades. The U.S. Supreme court weighed in, and by a 4-3 decision decided not to overrule the PA’s court’s decision. According to the PA court, Cosby’s rights were violated due to a deal with a DA where he was no...
HHW Gaming: FaZe Clan Adds Snoop Dogg To Its Roster of Celebrity Talent
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Kevork Djansezian / Getty FaZe Clan has a new member, and it’s none other than Hip-Hop legend Snoop Dogg. Monday (Mar.7), FaZe Clan, “the digitally native lifestyle and media platform rooted in gaming and youth culture,” announced Death Row Records’ new owner and avid gamer Snoop Dogg as the latest member of its talent pool and board of directors. The news comes on the heels of FaZe Clan Inc closing the business combination with B. Riley Principal 150 Merger Corp. The rapper and FaZe Clan also revealed the news via his Twitter account with an announcement video. Officially known as FaZe Snoop, he joins other high-profile members Lil Yachty (FaZe Boat), Offset (FaZe Offset), Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (FaZe K1), and Bronny James (FaZe...
Moviegoers Paid A Tad Bit Extra To See ‘The Batman’ In Theaters
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Jonathan Olley™ & © DC Comics / The Batman The Dark Knight isn’t just responsible for saving Gotham City, but the movie industry as well. Over the weekend, moviegoers dished an additional $1 to $2 to see Robert Pattinson beat up goons and solve crimes in Warner Bros.’s latest flick starring the caped crusader, The Batman. The United States’ biggest movie theater chain, AMC Entertainment, announced charging those heading to theaters to watch the latest superhero film. Based on the box office returns, no one cared, despite AMC not sharing any breakdowns of ticket sales versus attendance metrics. AMC took a giant gamble on The Batman, and it paid off with the film raking $128 million during its opening weekend, making it the second-biggest opening...
Vince Staples “Magic,” Gucci Mane “Publicity Stunt” & More | Daily Visuals 3.7.22
HipHopWired Featured Video With his next album Ramona Park Broke My Heart slated to drop next month, Vince Staples is looking to get some buzz building up for his fifth studio album and comes through with a new entertaining visual to get people a-talking. In his latest visuals to “Magic,” Vince Staples finds himself at a convenience store to pick up a bag of ice before telling the story of how he got jumped at a house party by some dudes who obviously had it out for him. Least they didn’t use any deadly weapons. Related Stories From the West to the South, Gucci Mane shows us what a morning in his household is like and in his clip to “Publicity Stunt” it seemingly involves being ridiculously iced out even when doing everyday chores. Check out the rest of today’s drops including work you mig...
Madonna feat Sickick – Frozen (Fireboy DML Remix)
American Pop icon Madonna unveils the remix version of her single “Frozen”. Madonna Louise Ciccone also known as Madonna is an American singer, pop culture influencer, and acclaimed Queen of Pop, she makes her music comeback with a special remix of her song titled “Frozen” from her seventh studio album “Ray Of Light“. The hit track “Frozen” is one of her old songs but this time she adds a fresh and special feel to it by featuring Nigerian singer Fireboy DML. The remix record “Frozen” is an absolute banging track for the listening pleasure of all. Listen and share Madonna ft Sickick – “Frozen” (Fireboy DML remix) below. [embedded content]
Discover Los Angeles with DeStorm Power from ‘North of the 10’
Following a group of friends as they chase their dreams from Chicago to Hollywood, North of the 10 is a new movie that is now streaming on BET+. While each cast member has their own talents like modeling, dancing or gaming, they share a strong desire to become viral influencers. Before watching DeStorm Power channel his animated personality into playing a gamer named Brandon Jenkins, take a tour of his favorite gems in L.A. The first stop on his tour is Cookies N’ Kicks, a store that offers walls of rare sneakers in a rainbow assortment of colors. Although DeStorm wears a fresh pair of white Converse sneakers, he climbs a ladder to grab some pairs of Jordan 1s to try on. Bringing a relaxed approach to style both on-screen and in real life, he pairs his cozy outfit to the highl...
