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SKILLET’s JOHN COOPER Explains Why He Has An ‘Issue’ With Mask Wearing: ‘To Me, It Is Nothing More Than Theater’
John Cooper, the frontman and bassist for the Grammy-nominated Christian rock band SKILLET, says that he has an issue with mask wearing during the COVID-19 pandemic, calling the subject of face coverings “nothing more than theater.” During the latest episode of his “Cooper Stuff” podcast, the Memphis, Tennessee-born Cooper, who lives in Kenosha, Wisconsin, addressed the fact that certain people, including conservative Christians, object to masks or outright refuse to wear them. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): “This is extremely unprecedented times. I think people are genuinely trying to figure out, ‘What does Jesus want me to do?’ ‘What is the best way to show my faith in these absolutely insane times that we live in?’ I t...
JOURNEY Announces December 2021 Las Vegas Residency
Legendary rock band JOURNEY is returning to the entertainment capital of the world for a brand-new six-show residency at the Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, part of Curio Collection by Hilton, from December 1 through December 11. The beloved and iconic group featuring co-founder Neal Schon (lead guitarist), Jonathan Cain (keyboards, backing vocals), Arnel Pineda (lead vocals), Randy Jackson (bass), Narada Michael Walden (drums) and Jason Derlatka (keyboards) will take the stage to perform their global hits, including “Don’t Stop Believin'”, “Wheel in the Sky”, “Who’s Crying Now” and more. Dates: December 1, 2, 7, 8, 10, 11, 2021 Public On-Sale: Friday, August 20 at 10 a.m. PDT Price: Tickets starting at $69.50 plus applicable fees Points ...
IRON MAIDEN Releases ‘Sound Effects Version’ Of ‘The Writing On The Wall’ Video
British heavy metal legends IRON MAIDEN have released the “special effects” version of their music video for their latest single, “The Writing On The Wall”. The song, which was written by MAIDEN guitarist Adrian Smith and lead singer Bruce Dickinson, produced by Kevin Shirley and co-produced by MAIDEN bassist and founder-member Steve Harris, is taken from IRON MAIDEN‘s first album in six years, “Senjutsu”, which will be released on September 3 via BMG. Dickinson initially had a concept for the video which came to fruition in collaboration with two award-winning former Pixar executives and long-standing MAIDEN fans Mark Andrews and Andrew Gordon. The pair have over 50 years of animation industry experience between them at the very top-level includin...
EXODUS Recruits Drummer JOHN TEMPESTA For Upcoming Shows
San Francisco Bay Area thrashers EXODUS have tapped John Tempesta to play drums for the band at two upcoming festivals — at Psycho Las Vegas on August 22 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada and at Full Terror Assault on September 8-11, 2021 at Hogrock Campground in Cave In Rock, Illinois — while Tom Hunting is recovering from surgery. Tempesta was a member of EXODUS from 1989 until 1993 and played on the band’s albums “Impact Is Imminent” (1990) and “Force Of Habit” (1992). EXODUS said in a statement: “Due to Tom‘s continued recovery from his surgery, we are announcing that for our show in Vegas and Full Terror Assault , we will be joined by @johntempesta on drums! John was Tom‘s ( and our) number one choice to jump behind the kit in his abs...
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Supreme Wrapped NYC Subway Train With Its Box Logo [Photos]
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: @IDKwhyImHere / Twitter Looks like Supreme’s box logo isn’t just relegated to things you can use or wear. The famous Supreme branding was plastered on something that you won’t be able to find on eBay. This past weekend the hottest street brand in the game laced an entire train in Brooklyn with their famous logo and gave passengers something to be excited about while riding the subway. Four years after dropping their Supreme branded MetroCard that had people copping MetroCards by the dozens, Supreme and the MTA have once again teamed up to drape an entire train in the red box logo as part of Supreme’s promotion for their upcoming Fall/Winter 2021 collection. Rolling in hot for the hypebeasts in Brooklyn and Manhattan, the Supreme draped subway train looked...
Live Nation Will Require Ticket Holders To Be Vaccinated Or Show Negative Test Result
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: SOPA Images / Getty The world is just starting to see the after effects of the pandemic. Live Nation has announced they will require receipts showing you are Covid-19 free. The entertainment company is doubling down on ensuring that their events are thoughtfully hosted. According to Rolling Stone the Beverly Hills, California-based brand has pivoted away from letting performers decide their own coronavirus guidelines. Instead, they will set their own mandate that patrons will either have to provide proof of vaccination or negative testing. “Vaccines are going to be your ticket back to shows” said Live Nation president/CEO Michael Rapino. “We will be following the model we developed for Lollapalooza and requiring this for artists, fans, and employees ...
Lizzo Addresses The Haters Via Social Media After Smash Single Release
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Jora Frantzis / Jora Frantzis Lizzo has taken the world by storm over the past few years with a robust voice and charisma to match, selling out venues and delighting fans with her expressive stage performances and videos. Her latest single has gained a lot of acclaim but also a lot of hate, which she passionately addressed online. The “Truth Hurts” singer and songwriter took to social media to speak about those comments on Sunday (August 15th). Fresh off of releasing “Rumors”, her first single in two years featuring Cardi B on Friday (August 12th), Lizzo gained a high amount of praise. But that joy was dampened by derogatory tweets focused on her weight, and some claiming she was stereotypically playing up to white audiences. She addressed how hurt that m...
Nike Announces New Sacai LDWaffle Colorways & Collaborations
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Nike / NIke The Nike x Sacai collaborations have been some of the game’s hottest releases as of late and it looks like they have some dope new colorways and collaborations coming our way just in time for Fall. Recently Sacai revealed that they’d be partnering up with CLOT, fragment, and UNDERCOVER for some new colorways of their Nike LDWaffle silhouettes and gave everyone a sneak peak on their IG page. Yesterday they announced the new exciting news and let everyone know what to expect and when to expect it. “The first drop arrives August 24, and includes two colorways of a Nike x sacai x Fragment LDWaffle designed in flooded navy and flooded grey colorways, characteristic to the Fragment aesthetic. Two colorways of a Nike x sacai x CLOT LDWaffle and three...
BBNaija: Kayvee withdraws from Big Brother House on medical grounds
Big Brother Naija Shine Ya Eye Season 6 housemate Kayvee has withdrawn from the reality TV show. It is a sad one as BBNaija housemate Kayvee has taken the option to withdraw from the Big Brother House due to his apparent health challenge. Kayvee wasn’t himself this morning during the morning workout session, he was in tears while trying to work out. His state drew the attention of his fellow housemates who tried to comfort him and find out what is wrong with him. He was eventually called to the diary room by Biggie where he was questioned. After a thorough assessment, Kayvee has taken the option to withdraw from Big Brother Naija Shine Ya Eye Season 6. He joined the other housemates about a week ago, but will no more be in the house. Before is the statement from Multichoice below. “K...
Stefflon Don – Dip ft Ms Banks
British rapper Stefflon Don teamed up with Ms Banks for her latest single “Dip”. The sensational Stefflon Don is back on the block with some beautiful piece of music titled “Dip” and she features fellow rapper Ms Banks. “Dip” is an upbeat tune with some amazing drum kicks that would get you dancing to the tune involuntarily. A music video has also been released for the track. Steff and Ms Banks are amazing in their costumes as the dance crew make some made dance routines. Listen, enjoy Stefflon Don – “Dip” ft Ms Banks below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Stefflon_Don_-_Dip_ft_Ms_Banks_NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download 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 ...
Sammie Okposo – Omeriwo ft Joy Uche Ogbonna & Lilian Collins
Award-winning gospel singer Sammie Okposo drops the live version of his song “Omeriwo” featuring Joy Uche Ogbonna & Lilian Collins. The earlier version of “Omeriwo” by Sammie Okposo was released back in 2020. However, he adds more spice to the praise jam by featuring two of his singers Joy Uche Ogbonna and Lilian Collins in the live session. “Omeriwo” is a high tension praise tune for thanksgiving to God for his numerous blessings and protection. The band is absolutely amazing as the praises go on. If you are searching for the next tune to spice up your praise, we recommend this. Listen, watch Sammie Okposo – “Omeriwo” ft Joy Uche Ogbonna & Lilian Collins below https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Sammie_Okposo_-_Omeriwo_ft_ft_Joy_Uche_Ogbonna_Lilian_Colli...
Andy Caldwell Drops Stunning Melodic House LP, “Genesis”
Decorated dance music producer and songwriter Andy Caldwell has unveiled Genesis, a stunning LP that traverses the melodic alleys of underground dance music. Genesis is a seven-track mosaic of haunting house music, rife with the tried-and-true production of a battle-scarred industry pro. It features the vocal talents of Satellite Mode, Esmé Bianco (Sinders), ESAE, Ty Glascoe, Lo, and LeDon. The record kicks off on a spacey note with “Pulling Every String,” a hypnotic deep house number. “Like a Ghost” follows closely behind, utilizing a similar arrangement for a track as haunting as its name suggests. Then comes the gorgeous “Even Without Me,” which features melancholic guitar plucks and fluttering synths in one of the LP’s surefire standouts. A...
