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‘Spinal Tap’ Virtual Reunion Set to Benefit Pennsylvania Democrats
Hosted by Patton Oswalt, the event will serve as a fundraiser for Pennsylvania Democrats or PA Dems. The Spinal Tap team is hoping to rock the Democratic party in Pennsylvania. The creative brains behind the iconic 1984 mockumentary This is Spinal Tap — Rob Reiner, Harry Shearer, Michael McKean and Christopher Guest — are coming together Oct. 14 for a virtual reunion. Hosted by Patton Oswalt, the event will serve as a fundraiser for Pennsylvania Democrats or PA Dems. “Every dollar raised goes directly towards ending Trumpism by winning Pennsylvania,” reads the invite. It’s being put together by the same backers of the recent Princess Bride reunion on Sept. 13 that also featured Reiner and Oswalt along with stars Cary Elwes, Robin Wright, Caro...
Here’s Lenny Kravitz’s Secret to His Friendship With Lisa Bonet & Jason Momoa
“People can’t believe how tight Jason and I are, or how tight I still am with Zoë’s mom, how we all relate,” Kravitz told the publication. “We just do it because that’s what you do. You let love rule, right? I mean, obviously, after a breakup, it’s work—it takes some work and time, healing and reflection, et cetera. But as far as Jason and I? Literally the moment we met, we were like, ‘Oh, yeah. I love this dude.’ ” As for his 31-year-old daughter, singer and actress Zoë, the rocker deemed her “the most real person I know.” “Just having two parents who were known in the world,” he continued. “The comparisons. She didn’t let any of that hinder her in any way.” Read the full interview here. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates ...
Listen to Linkin Park’s Demo Version of ‘In the End’
The super deluxe box set comes with three more CDs, including the remix record Reanimation, LPU Rarities with 18 exclusive tracks from the Linkin Park Underground (LPU) fan club, and Forgotten Demos with 12 unreleased tracks, presumably including the new “In the End” demo. Hybrid Theory peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 in 2002 after its initial release on Oct. 24, 2000. Listen to the demo version of “In the End” below, and pre-order Hybrid Theory: 20th Anniversary Edition here. 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 rew...
It’s Here! Blackpink Unleashes ‘The Album’: Stream It Now
Blackpink is finally in your area! After much anticipation, the superstar K-pop girl group unveiled their debut full-length studio album on Friday (Oct. 2) via YG Entertainment/Interscope Records. The project, simply titled The Album, features eight tracks, including the previously released Selena Gomez collaboration “Ice Cream” and the smash hit “How You Like That.” The Album also features another much-anticipated collaboration: “Bet You Wanna” with Cardi B. Late this summer, Blackpink earned their highest-charting hit in their career with the Ariana Grande-penned “Ice Cream,” which bowed at No. 13 upon its Aug. 28 release. “How You Like That” peaked at No. 33. Listen to The Album in full below. You ...
Mariah Carey Unveils ‘The Rarities’: Stream It Now
The Lambily has been basking in the #MC30 anniversary celebrations this year, and the party continued Friday (Oct. 2) when Mariah Carey unveiled her The Rarities album. The 15-track collection features a new song recorded during sessions for the singer’s self-titled 1990 debut, “Here We Go Around Again,” as well as the B-sides “Slipping Away” and “Everything Fades Away,” a song from The Paperboy soundtrack (“Mesmerized”) and the Lauryn Hill collab “Save the Day.” The album also features a 17-track bonus disc, Live at Tokyo Dome, recorded in March 1996, which includes live versions of “Emotions,” “Fantasy,” “Always Be My Baby,” “One Sweet Day,”...
Shawn Mendes Unleashes Explosive New Song & Video ‘Wonder’: Watch
His album of the same name is due Dec. 4. I wonder what it’s like for Shawn Mendes to have his explosive new song out in the world? The Canadian pop singer/songwriter unleashed the power ballad “Wonder” first thing Friday (Oct. 2), accompanied by an equally powerful Matty Peacock-directed video that sees Mendes standing atop a speeding train, interpretive-dancing in a forest and drenched by crashing waves. The brand-new song — which Mendes co-wrote and co-produced — is the title track from his upcoming fourth album, due Dec. 4. The chorus asks the yearning question “I wonder what it’s like to be loved by you?” and boasts a swooning, building production reminiscent of Kings of Leon or U2. When Mendes fans are able to pack shoulder-to-shoulder ...
Anitta & Ryan Tedder Confirmed for Joint Q&A at Billboard Latin Music Week 2020
Anitta and Ryan Tedder are confirmed for a joint Q&A at the 30th-anniversary installment of Billboard Latin Music Week, taking place virtually Oct. 20-23. The Brazilian pop superstar will partake in a one-on-one conversation with the producer and lead singer of OneRepublic to discuss working together on Anitta’s forthcoming album, Girl From Rio, and much more. Other confirmed superstar Q&As include conversations between J Balvin and Deepak Chopra, Carlos Vives and Gustavo Dudamel, Rosalia and Pharrell Williams, and Becky G and Los Tigres del Norte, to name a few. To reserve a spot and receive updates, RSVP here. Celebrating its 30th anniversary as the longest-running and biggest Latin music industry event, Latin Music Week 2020 was originally scheduled to take place April 20-...
Taylor Swift, Lizzo & More: Who Should Win Top Song Sales Artist at the 2020 Billboard Music Awards? Vote!
Five artists racked up record song sales to be nominated for Top Song Sales Artist at the 2020 Billboard Music Awards, but only one can come out on top. Taylor Swift has a whopping 54 top 10 hits (and 20 No. 1s) on Billboard‘s Digital Song Sales chart, Post Malone has notched 11 top 10 hits, Billie Eilish carries five, Lizzo holds three, and Lil Nas X has one, which ended up going to No. 1. Three of the nominees are also up for Top Selling Song: Eilish (“bad guy”), Lil Nas X (“Old Town Road,” featuring Billy Ray Cyrus), and Lizzo (“Truth Hurts”). The 2020 Billboard Music Awards will air Oct. 14 at 8 p.m. ET, live from Los Angeles’ Dolby Theatre on NBC, with Kelly Clarkson returning for her third year as the eveni...
Here Are Machine Gun Kelly & Megan Fox’s Best PDA Moments
Machine Gun Kelly and Megan Fox’s relationship keeps on heating up, and they’re not shy to share their love on the Internet. From Fox’s guest appearance in MGK’s “Bloody Valentine” music video to the countless adorable mirror selfies, the couple’s love life has shown their fans how they’re meant to be. Billboard compiled our favorite PDA moments from the stars’ destined romance. See below. Fox appears in MGK’s “Bloody Valentine” music video The rockstar rapper woke up next to none other than the Jennifer’s Body actress in his music video for “Bloody Valentine.” The clip seemingly confirmed their relationship after weeks of speculation, as Fox seduces MGK while holding him host...
Cecily Strong, Kristen Chenoweth, Aaron Tveit & More Set For Apple Musical Comedy Series
Apple has set a star-studded cast for a musical comedy series starring Saturday Night Live regular Cecily Strong. The untitled show (formerly known as Schmigadoon) comes from writers Cinco Paul and Ken Daurio, executive producer Lorne Michaels and Universal Television. The cast alongside Strong will include Keegan-Michael Key, Alan Cumming, Fred Armisen, Kristen Chenoweth, Aaron Tveit, Dove Cameron, Ariana DeBose, Jaime Camil, Jane Krakowski and Ann Harada. The series follows a couple (Strong and Key) on a backpacking trip designed to reinvigorate their relationship when they discover a magical town in which everyone acts as if they’re in a musical from the 1940s. They then discover that they can’t leave until they find “true love.” It’s sch...
Rihanna Seeks to Cheer Up Troubled World With Fenty Lingerie Fashion Show
With help from Lizzo, Travis Scott, Rosalia and some of the biggest names in modeling, Rihanna said she decided to forge ahead with a new digital-only Savage X Fenty lingerie show to bring something good into a troubled world.Insofar as well-priced intimates in a broad range of sizes can achieve that goal. “There’s a lot going on in the world right now and I relate to all of it,” the superstar and fashion icon told The Associated Press during a recent round of interviews. “People need a little bit of hope, they need a little bit of happiness, and if we can bring a smile to their face and a little bit of fun while they’re stuck at home, it’s a desire and an honor to be a part of that.” The Savage X Fenty Show Vol. 2, with musical performances and dancers along with models, was filmed in Sep...
Lady Gaga Puts Up Inspiring ‘Chromatica’ Billboard in Los Angeles: See the Heartfelt Message
‘I am here to serve the world and inspire as many people as possible.’ Lady Gaga has shared a message of inspiration on a towering new Chromatica billboard in Los Angeles. The signed essay, which appears on the side of a building in the city, takes Little Monsters through the difficult journey the singer embarked on to arrive at her sixth studio album. “I wrote this album when I was sad. I wrote this album when I was mad. I wrote poems about fear, and I asked my poems to sing. I heard sines from above I’ve never heard before – to keep going, to keep breathing, to know each lyric was a step forward, each melody was a gift,” it begins. “Chromatica was a dream I had that became real. My art always teaches me something. Chromatica taught me to dan...
