Kendrick Lamar has been announced to join a star-studded lineup that includes Dr. Dre., Snoop Dogg, Eminem and Mary J. Blige for the upcoming Super Bowl Halftime show. While the DAMN artist has remained lowkey in the past few years, fans are eagerly awaiting potential new music from Lamar. In the past few years, rumors have been floating around regarding when he will release his next project, his final TDE album. On a new website titled Oklama, the CEO and founder of Top Dawg Entertainment, Anthony Tiffith responded to Lamar’s previous message on social media that he will be making one final TDE album, “With this being Dot’s last album on TDE, this is more of a VICTORY LAP, a celebration. I know he will be successful in whatever it is he decides to do and will have our FULL support.” There...
A bold group of Dutch ravers committed far from the perfect crime last weekend, hosting a secret rave in an under-construction police station in Amsterdam. 300 ravers attended the illicit party in the Zeeburg district, NME reports. “The building was practically full,” according to police. When they arrived, attendees reportedly climbed over fences flanking the police station, which surround the building in order to gain entry. A police department spokesperson also said that some revelers cut holes in the fences and caused damage. Authorities confirmed that two people—a 19-year-old and a 20-year-old—were arrested on suspicion of organizing the rave, per NME. Police also seized the party’s sound equipment and speakers. Recommended Articles According to the BB...
Shh—she’s not your ordinary librarian. Equal parts artist and entrepreneur, The Librarian is best known for her innovative DJ sets as well as her cultural influence as the co-founder and music programmer of the beloved boutique music festival, Bass Coast. After a quiet 2021, The Librarian has refocused, preparing for a memorable year ahead. She has now announced her latest project, a six-track EP called miss u. And ahead of its release in the spring, she has provided fans with the EP’s double-sided lead single, “Howe Sound,” and the titular “miss u.” Right from the get-go, “Howe Sound” pulls listeners into its hypnotic, synth-laden arrangement. Before long, an eerie bassline sweeps over with a spellbinding groove. “Howe Sound is where I call home,” The Librari...
After hosting a sun-soaked house music extravaganza in Croatia last year, Defected is taking their renowned music festival experience all the way to Malta in 2022. Defected Malta will take place October 7-9 in St. Paul’s Bay. The festival promises a weekend full of day and night parties on the Mediterranean, with five different clubs as well as one-of-a-kind, off-the-grid experiences. Defected have partnered with Glitterbox, Classic Music Company, Sondela, and 4 To The Floor to help curate various stages with world-class house music talent. Julien Duval Over two decades, Defected Records has established itself as one of the most respected dance music labels in the world. Founded by industry vet Simon Dunmore in 1999, the imprint has been home to legendary artists like Roger Sanchez, ...
As we head into February, why not freshen up your playlists with new songs from your favorite queer artists? Billboard Pride is here to help with First Out, our weekly roundup of some of the best new music releases from LGBTQ artists. From Charli XCX & Rina Sawayama’s long-awaited collaboration, to Tove Lo’s euphoric new track, check out just a few of our favorite releases from this week below: Charli XCX feat. Rina Sawayama, “Beg For You” [embedded content] If the goal was to take September’s “Cry for You” and make it modern, then Charli XCX and Rina Sawayama understood the assignment. “Beg For You,” the newest offering from XCX and featuring stunning guest vocals from Sawayama, sees the pair sampling the 2006 hit and flips its premise on its very head, taking on the ro...
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. From the Halls of Ivy to Ivy Heart. Beyoncé and Adidas are readying another Ivy Park drop just in time for Valentine’s Day. The Ivy Heart collection – which includes footwear, apparel and accessories available in vibrant and playful pinks and dazzling red designs — will arrive next month, Adidas announced on Friday (Jan. 28). Featuring more than 30 pieces that range in price from $30 to $300, the Ivy Heart collection was conceived around three pillars: foundation, active and fashion. The capsule collection consists of a faux latex puffer coat, parka and...