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R.I.P. Stephen Sondheim, Iconic Broadway Composer Dead at 91
Stephen Sondheim, the American composer and lyricist known for hit Broadway musicals such as West Side Story, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, has died. He was 91. Richard Pappas, Sondheim’s lawyer and friend, announced the death on Friday (November 26th) via the New York Times. Sondheim died at his Roxbury, Connecticut home early Friday, with Pappas noting that the death was “sudden.” The evening prior, Sondheim had celebrated Thanksgiving with friends. Advertisement Related Video Sondheim was born on March 22nd, 1930 in New York City, and grew up on Manhattan’s Upper West Side and on a farm near Doylestown, Pennsylvania, following his parents’ divorce. He has said his interest in theatre began when he saw the Broadway musi...
R.I.P. Stephen Sondheim, Iconic Broadway Composer Dead at 91
Stephen Sondheim, the American composer and lyricist known for hit Broadway musicals such as West Side Story, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, has died. He was 91. Richard Pappas, Sondheim’s lawyer and friend, announced the death on Friday (November 26th) via the New York Times. Sondheim died at his Roxbury, Connecticut home early Friday, with Pappas noting that the death was “sudden.” The evening prior, Sondheim had celebrated Thanksgiving with friends. Advertisement Related Video Sondheim was born on March 22nd, 1930 in New York City, and grew up on Manhattan’s Upper West Side and on a farm near Doylestown, Pennsylvania, following his parents’ divorce. He has said his interest in theatre began when he saw the Broadway musi...
BATTLE BEAST Shares Music Video For New Single ‘Eye Of The Storm’
After re-signing with Nuclear Blast in early 2021, Finnish heavy metal sextet BATTLE BEAST is once again getting ready to unleash its force upon the world in the shape of its brand new masterpiece “Circus Of Doom”. The album is set to be released on January 21, 2022 via Nuclear Blast Records, and in true BATTLE BEAST fashion, the 10 tracks blend true heavy metal with pop and rock-vibes, paired with Noora Louhimo‘s unique voice. “Circus Of Doom” was recorded at JKB Studios in Helsinki, Finland and produced and mixed by keyboardist Janne Björkroth, while the stunning artwork was created by Jan Yrlund. “Our goal was to make an interesting and absorbing album, with both lighter party songs and heavier stuff as well,” explains Björkroth. “In a way...
THREE DAYS GRACE’s New Single ‘So Called Life’ Is ‘Full Of Emotions And Frustrations Of Everyday Life’
THREE DAYS GRACE‘s new single, “So Called Life”, will arrive on November 29. It will mark the band’s first release since THREE DAYS GRACE‘s cover of Gotye‘s “Somebody That I Used To Know”, which came out in July 2020. THREE DAYS GRACE bassist Brad Walst told Jave Patterson of Two Doods Reviews about the new track (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): “It’s a little different. It’s a pretty heavy song and definitely full of emotions and frustrations of everyday life. It was actually the first song we wrote on this record, going back almost pre-pandemic. We started jamming, actually, beside Neil‘s [Sanderson, drums] pool and it turned out really angry. [Laughs] I think it’s a great tune. I think the fans are gonna ...
SCORPIONS/Ex-MÖTÖRHEAD Drummer MIKKEY DEE To Be Honored As ‘Gothenburger Of The Year’
Former MÖTÖRHEAD and current SCORPIONS drummer Mikkey Dee will receive the honorable title “Gothenburger Of The Year” in his hometown of Gothenburg, Sweden on Saturday, November 27. “Gothenburger Of The Year” is an honorary title awarded to a resident of the city who has gained special distinction during the year and acted in a praiseworthy manner that has inspired pride and given pleasure to many people. As part of tomorrow’ festivities, Mikkey will get his name on his very own tram. He will be driving 40 tons of metal to the Queens Square where he will be honored in front of fans and the people of Gothenburg. The award is given by the Gothenburg city council and Gothenburg tram association. “We, the people of Gothenburg, feel an enormous pride that we ...
GODSMACK’s SULLY ERNA Rips Celebrities For Encouraging Medical Behaviors During Pandemic: ‘Shut Up And Entertain’
GODSMACK frontman Sully Erna has taken a swipe at celebrities, including fellow musicians, who have used their high-profile voices to encourage medical behaviors, saying they should “shut up and let people live their lives.” Erna, who recently confirmed that politics played a part in his decision to relocate GODSMACK‘s headquarters to Florida — which leans Republican in presidential elections — on a part-time basis while maintaining a home in New Hampshire, discussed his views on celebrity health campaigns in a new interview with Mindy Novotny of the Milwaukee radio station 102.9 The Hog. Speaking about the fact that star-studded vaccine endorsements have become a major part of public health messaging in the pandemic era, the 53-year-old singer/guitarist said: “I ge...
Hot 97’s Ebro Catches Twitter Backlash For Calling Tinashe’s Last Name “Ghetto”
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty Looks like Hot 97’s Ebro done run afoul of the Black Twitterverse and on a holiday weekend no less (when basically everyone got time).It all happened during an interview (from back in 2013) that Ebro and Peter Rosenberg conducted with Tinashe which seemed innocent enough, but things went left when Ebro asked Tinashe about her last name. After saying her last name was “Kachingwe,” Ebro went on to make an eyebrow scrunching response when he said, “Can we point out how lightskinned she is with the ghetto ass name though.” After Peter tried to help him save some face by pointing out that her name comes from her African heritage, Ebro stepped into it a bit more by saying, “Sometimes these ghetto names are actually African.” Needless ...
Kingsley Ogbuji – Aga m Ahu Ihe G’eme Ka m Jawa Chineke Nma
Sensational Nigerian gospel minister, Kingsley Ogbuji serves this spirit-filled worship titled; “Aga m Ahu Ihe G’eme Ka m Jawa Chineke Nma.” “Aga m Ahu Ihe G’eme Ka m Jawa Chineke Nma” simply means “I will see every reason to praise God“ Listen, Download & Enjoy Below!!! DOWNLOAD MP3: Kingsley Ogbuji – Aga m Ahu Ihe G’eme […] The post Kingsley Ogbuji – Aga m Ahu Ihe G’eme Ka m Jawa Chineke Nma appeared first on NaijaTunez. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help give users back their fair...
Sis. Angela Echeruo – Uwa Zuru Onye Medley
Seasoned Nigerian Gospel Musician, Sis. Angela Echeruo has released this spirit-filled record titled; “Uwa Zuru Onye Medley.” Consequently, the song was lifted from her “Jawa Chineke Nma Album” with the Faithful Brethren. Listen, Download & Enjoy Below!!! DOWNLOAD MP3: Sis. Angela Echeruo – Uwa Zuru Onye Medley The post Sis. Angela Echeruo – Uwa Zuru Onye Medley appeared first on NaijaTunez. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help give users back their fair share of Internet revenue.
Sis. Angela Echeruo – Jawa Chineke Nma Medley
Seasoned Nigerian Gospel Musician, Sis. Angela Echeruo has released this spirit-filled record titled; “Jawa Chineke Nma Medley.” Consequently, the song was lifted from her “Jawa Chineke Nma Album” with the Faithful Brethren. Listen, Download & Enjoy Below!!! DOWNLOAD MP3: Sis. Angela Echeruo – Jawa Chineke Nma Medley The post Sis. Angela Echeruo – Jawa Chineke Nma Medley appeared first on NaijaTunez. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help give users back their fair share of Internet revenue.
Victor Olayeni – Kabi O Osi O
Victor Olayeni is a Nigerian Gospel Artiste from Lagos. Here is his highly spirit-filled worship titled; “Kabi O Osi O.” Consequently, the song was taken from the “Agbanilagbatan (How Great You Are) Album” by Victor Olayeni & the Fresh Grace. Listen, Download & Enjoy Below!!! DOWNLOAD MP3: Victor Olayeni – Kabi O Osi O The post Victor Olayeni – Kabi O Osi O appeared first on NaijaTunez. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help give users back their fair share of Internet revenue.
Dollar Tree Raises Prices, Vince Staples Bashes The Jig
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Mario Tama / Getty For many people who are budget-conscious or looking for good bargains, going to Dollar Tree has helped out greatly. But the bargain chain’s latest move has many upset—including Vince Staples. As first reported by NBC News, Dollar Tree announced on Tuesday (November 23) that the company would be making its first price hike, raising its baseline price of a dollar for many items in its stores to $1.25. This follows up on moves that the company made in September, where some items in-store were offered for $3 and $5. Citing the “overwhelmingly positive” response to the change, the decision was made to revamp 500 locations into Dollar Tree Plus stores. “Our Dollar Tree pricing tests have demonstrated broad consumer acceptance of the new price...
