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Alanis Morissette Plays Her Best for Us With New ‘Little Drummer Boy’ Cover
Alanis Morissette released her take on the holiday classic “Little Drummer Boy” on Friday (Dec. 9) via Epiphany Music/Thirty Tigers. For her rendition of the song made famous by the Harry Simeone Chorale in 1958, the alt-rock icon adds a flurry of floating harmonies, bell-like synths and the requisite snare drum as she rum-pum-pums her way through her cover of the 1951 yuletide tune. “Little baby, pa-rum-pum-pum-pum/ I am a poor girl too, pa-rum-pum-pum-pum/ I have no gift to bring pa-rum-pum-pum-pum/ That’s fit to give our king pa-rum-pum-pum-pum/ Ru-pu-pum-pum, ru-pu-pum-pum/ Shall I play for you, pa-rum-pum-pum-pum/ On my drum?” “I played my best for you. #thedrummerboy #happyholidays #feelingitall #loveyou,” Morissette added on Instagram alongside a look at the single’s cover art, whic...
Here Are the Lyrics to Brenda Lee’s ‘Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree’
Brenda Lee recorded her hit “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” in 1958 when she was only 13 years old. The song didn’t gain traction until Lee rose to fame in 1960, allowing the track to peak at the No. 14 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart during that holiday season. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news This year, the song returned to the Hot 100, hitting No. 3 on the all-genre chart dated Dec. 10. Notable artists have recorded their own versions of the song, including Cyndi Lauper, LeAnn Rimes, Toby Keith and, this year, Ingrid Michaelson and Pentatonix for their Christmas albums. The bluesy rock song includes a walking bass line, its famous saxophone solo and, of course, Lee’s raspy yet melodic voice singing the famous lines, “Rockin’ arou...
Here Are the Lyrics to José Feliciano’s ‘Feliz Navidad’
The holiday season is upon us, and one song has stood the test of time throughout the festive months. José Feliciano‘s “Feliz Navidad,” originally released in 1970, celebrates the most wonderful time of the year in both English and Spanish. The repeating chorus, “Feliz Navidad / Próspero año y felicidad,” means “Merry Christmas, a prosperous year and happiness.” If you need a guide to follow along with José Feliciano’s “Feliz Navidad,” find the lyrics below: Feliz NavidadFeliz NavidadFeliz NavidadPróspero año y felicidad Feliz NavidadFeliz NavidadFeliz NavidadPróspero año y felicidad I wanna wish you a Merry ChristmasI wanna wish you a Merry ChristmasI wanna wish you a Merry ChristmasFrom the bottom of my heart I wanna wish you a Merry ChristmasI wanna wish you a Merry ChristmasI wanna wis...
Here Are the Lyrics to Bobby Helms’ ‘Jingle Bell Rock’
The opening electric guitar riff followed by the steady beat of jingle bells marks the opening of Bobby Helms’ classic hit “Jingle Bell Rock.” The 1957 track makes reference to other similar-sounding songs, including “Rock Around the Clock” and the original “Jingle Bells.” Helms’ tune made it to the Billboard Hot 100 in 2016, where it peaked at No. 29. It then peaked at No. 3 in 2020. The song, which has a country swing to it, has been covered by many artists in Nashville throughout the years, including George Strait, Rascal Flatts, Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton. Check out the lyrics and stream the song below to get into the jingle bell rock groove. Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rockJingle bells swing and jingle bells ringSnowin’ and blowin’ up bushels of funNow the jingl...
Hardwell, Armin van Buuren, Dimension, More Announced for Balaton Sound 2023
After this year’s eye-popping return to the majestic rolling hills of Zamardi, Balaton Sound is gearing up for 2023 after announcing its first wave of artists. Europe’s biggest beachfront music festival will again return to the crystal clear waters of Hungary’s Lake Balaton with a massive 2023 lineup. Organizers recently revealed its first phase, giving prospective attendees plenty of time to start planning their European festival getaway. Primed to headline Balaton Sound 2023 are Hardwell, Armin van Buuren, Dimension and Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, alongside Don Diablo, Joel Corry and Vini Vici, among others. More artists will be announced in the weeks ahead. Balaton Sound 2023 is scheduled for June 28th to July 1st, 2023. You ...
Steve Aoki Is Flying Around the Moon On SpaceX’s First Civilian Lunar Mission
Steve Aoki wants to crater to every whim. The DJ has been revealed as one of eight people selected by Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa to join him on a commercial space flight around the moon. The trip, organized by Elon Musk’s SpaceX and dubbed “Dear Moon,” is planned for 2023. “Life is crazy,” Aoki said in a clip recorded to capture his reaction to the news. “I’m going to go to the… moon!” According to Maezawa, a “space enthusiast” and online fashion retail mogul, the project marks the world’s first-ever civilian lunar orbital mission. He’ll be footing the bill for the 10 people he picked—including two backup crew members—who were reportedly selected from a pool of 1 million applicants. At the time of writing, Maezawa h...
Travis Scott To Headline ‘Rolling Loud Thailand’ In 2023
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Alexander Tamargo / Getty It feels like just yesterday Travis Scott was getting pulled from concert lineups due to the controversy surrounding the tragic events of his 2021 Astroworld show, but lately the “Highest In The Room” rapper has been booked for a few big time shows and Rolling Loud is the latest event that has enlisted the talents of one Cactus Jack. This past Wednesday (December 7), Rolling Loud took to their official Twitter account to announce that Travis Scott would be headlining their December 23rd show… in Thailand! We guess American Travis Scott fans will have to book a flight overseas if they want to see their favorite artist live and in concert. Rolling Loud Thailand is set to go down on April 13 and end on the 15th at Legend Siam i...
Trevor Noah Exits ‘Daily Show’ And Thanks Fans, Haters & Black Women
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Comedy Central / Comedy Central It seems like only yesterday that a young South African comedian stepped into the giant shoes left by Jon Stewart and took over The Daily Show. Yet, it’s been seven years since Trevor Noah started hosting the late night show and last night his watch ended. Trevor Noah is leaving the show on his own terms. The Daily Show is still a fan favorite, generates viral clips and has helped develop careers including those of Roy Woods, Jr., Jessica Williams, and Amber Ruffin. In his final appearance behind the desk, Noah took some time to celebrate the success of the show during his reign. Related Stories “I’m grateful to you. Every single one of you,” Noah said to the audience. “I remember when we started the show, we couldn’t get e...
Creep Crooner R. Kelly Releases New ‘I Admit It’ LP, Twitter Tosses It Out With The Trash
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE R. Kelly, the convicted sex offender, and former R&B darling, seemingly leans into the jokes and rumors that surround him to often sickening effect. Once more, the creep crooner goest to that tired bag of tricks and dropped a surprise album titled I Admit It and Twitter is already tossing it in the trash. R. Kelly, 55, is comfortably behind bars after being sentenced to 30 years in prison over the summer and also getting slapped with three counts of child pornography charges. That hasn’t stopped the Chicago native from trying to cling to the swiftly evaporating morsels of fame and notoriety that Kelly has left. Kelly’s last full-length release was back in 2016. Because we refuse to give a single stream to R. Kelly and would rather shovel snow in a short...
New Notorious B.I.G. Statue Unveiled In Brooklyn, Solar Powered & Plays Biggie’s Music
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: @sherwintheartist / Instagram If there’s one thing Brooklyn can’t get enough of it’s more monuments to the OG King of New York, The Notorious B.I.G. According to Artnet News, a new solar powered sculpture of Christopher Wallace a.k.a The Notorious B.I.G has been unveiled in Brooklyn, New York and we are loving every aspect and detail of it. Sculpted by artist Sherwin Banfield and funded by Downtown Brooklyn Partnership and the Dumbo Improvement District, this amazing piece is much more than a simple statue, it’s an innovative work of art that perfectly capture’s Big’s likeness and sounds. Standing nine-feet tall, the sculpture pays homage to Kings County musical royalty in both style and function. Adorned with a crown and holding a scepter-cum-microphone,...
Taylor Swift to Direct Feature Film for Searchlight Pictures Based on Her Own Original Script
Taylor Swift is set to direct a feature film for Searchlight Pictures based on a script she wrote herself. Searchlight presidents David Greenbaum and Matthew Greenfield said in a statement, “Taylor is a once in a generation artist and storyteller. It is a genuine joy and privilege to collaborate with her as she embarks on this exciting and new creative journey.” The title and other details have not yet been confirmed. Swift, who released Midnights in October, wrote and directed a short film last year to accompany an extended version of her song “All Too Well (Taylor’s Version).” It was submitted for the 2023 Oscars, and won the 2022 VMA for Best Direction. The latter award made Swift, who also won in 2020 for “The Man,” the first solo artist to receive the honor twice.
Arca Shares New Songs on Kick Compilation: Listen
Arca has released Kick, a “best of” compilation of songs from her KICK album series. The album, whose tracklist was put together by fan votes from her Discord channel, also features three new tracks (“Alto Voltaje,” “Ritual,” and “Sentient Savior”), plus the previously released non-KICK tracks “Cayó” and “El Alma Que Te Trajo.” Check out the Kick compilation’s tracklist and the new songs below. Earlier this year, Arca released all of her KICK albums in a 5xLP vinyl box set. Revisit Pitchfork’s 2020 interview “Live From Quarantine, It’s the Arca Show.” Content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from. Content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from.
