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Kate Bush’s ‘Running Up That Hill’ Returns to U.K. Top 10 Thanks to ‘Stranger Things’
Kate Bush runs up the Official U.K. Singles Chart, with a little help from Stranger Things. The iconic English singer returns to the U.K. Top 10 with 1985’s “Running Up That Hill” (via Fish People), which is capturing the attention thanks to its prominent use in the fourth and latest season of Netflix’ hit sci-fi series. The single races to No. 8 this week, a decade after it returned to the top tier when a new mix featured in the closing ceremony of the 2012 London Olympic Games. On that occasion, the song vaulted to No. 6. The first single lifted from the Hounds of Love album, “Running Up That Hill” strolled to a No. 3 best following its initial release. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Thanks to the good music taste of Stranger Things cha...
Liam Gallagher Lands U.K. No. 1 With ‘C’Mon You Know’
Liam Gallagher finds himself in a familiar spot this week: at No. 1 on the U.K. albums chart. With his latest leader, the British rocker has a fourth solo No. 1, and eleventh across his career, including his seven best-sellers with Oasis. C’Mon You Know (Warner Records) accumulates 70,000 chart sales in its first seven days, including 29,000 units on vinyl, to easily lead the Official Vinyl Albums Chart, the OCC reports. It’s a double hit of Gallagher as his live album Down By the River Thames, debuts at No. 4 Official U.K. Albums Chart this week, and No. 2 on the vinyl tally. With his latest chart feat, Gallagher equals the eleven leaders notched by his brother Noel, including LPs with Oasis and Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest vide...
Mariah Carey Hit With “All I Want For Christmas Is You” Copyright Infringement Lawsuit
According to reports, Mariah Carey has been served a copyright infringement lawsuit for her Christmas hit “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” Reports note that the songstress is being sued by musician Andy Stone for $20 million USD in damages. Stone’s lawsuit claims that Mariah Carey never asked for permission to use the title “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” Back in 1989, five years before the release of Carey’s classic (1994), Stone released “All I Want For Christmas Is You,” which made it to the Billboard charts during the Christmas season of 1993. It is important to note that the two songs only share the same title with completely different lyrics and melodies. Check out Andy Stone’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You” below. [embedded content] [embedded content] For more music news, Po...
Mariah Carey Sued for $20 Million Over “All I Want for Christmas Is You”
Mariah Carey is being sued for upwards of $20 million in damages over her massive holiday hit “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” as NBC News and TMZ report. According to the complaint, New Orleans songwriter Andy Stone alleged that he co-wrote a song with the same title five years prior to Carey’s release. Stone’s song was recorded by his country-pop band Vince Vance & the Valiants and released in 1989. Carey’s single was issued on her 1994 Merry Christmas LP. Carey is being sued for copyright infringement and misappropriation; she’s named alongside her co-writer Walter Afanasieff and Sony Music Entertainment. When reached by Pitchfork, Carey’s representatives offered no comment. Content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from. Content This content can also...
Trouble Killed in Atlanta Shooting
It has been reported that the Atlanta rapper Trouble aka “Skoob” has been killed over the weekend. At just 34 years old, Trouble, real name Mariel Semonte Orr, was shot in the chest while visiting a female friend at the Lake St. James Apartment complex in Conyers at 3:20 a.m. on Sunday. Def Jam has already confirmed the untimely death on Instagram with: “Our thoughts and prayers are with the children, loved ones, and fans of Trouble. A true voice for his city and an inspiration to the community he proudly represented. RIP Skoob.” Other ATL artists have also taken to social media to pay their respects. R.I.P. Trouble ? — T.I. (@Tip) June 5, 2022 R.I.P. Trouble ? — Gucci Mane (@gucci1017) June 5, 2022 Mannnn you had my crying laughing at P party bruuu , real solid individual , shit crazy we ...
Post Malone’s ‘Twelve Carat Toothache’ Album Is on Track To Earning the Top Spot on Billboard 200
Post Malone‘s highly anticipated album twelve carat toothache is on track to take the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200. While his latest album appears to be behind the mark of his previous debuts including his 2016 album Stoney and 2019’s Hollywood’s Bleeding, the artist still has a chance to take the coveted top spot. His newest project, which boasts features from big names including Roddy Ricch, The Weeknd, Doja Cat and Gunna, is expected to movie 115,000 to 130,000 copies in its first week. For comparison, Hollywood’s Bleeding moved approximately 489,000 copies in its debut week. Posty is neck and neck with Jack Harlow, who is also expected to move 110,000 to 135,000 units in his first week for his sophomore album, Come Home The Kids Miss You. Bad Bunny‘s Un Verano Sin Ti continues to to...
Harry Styles’ ‘Harry’s House’ Holds at No. 1 for Second Week on Billboard 200 Chart
Harry Styles’ Harry’s House holds atop the Billboard 200 albums chart (dated June 11) for a second week, following its debut at No. 1 a week ago. The set earned 160,500 equivalent album units (down 69%) in the U.S. in the week ending June 2, according to Luminate. It launched with 521,500 units. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Harry’s House is the first album to spend its first two weeks on the chart at No. 1 since Adele’s 30 spent its first six weeks atop the list (charts dated Dec. 4, 2021-Jan. 8, 2022). Also in the new top 10, Def Leppard scores its eighth top 10 album on the Billboard 200 with the debut of Diamond Star Halos. The Billboard 200 chart ranks the most popular albums of the week in the U.S. based on multi-metric consumption...
Trouble, Atlanta Rapper, Dies at 34
Trouble, the Atlanta rapper who collaborated with Drake and The Weeknd, has died. He was 34. News of the rapper’s passing was confirmed in a social media post by Def Jam on Sunday (June 5). “Our thoughts and prayers are with the children, loved ones, and fans of Trouble,” the label wrote on Instagram. “A true voice for his city and an inspiration to the community he proudly represented. RIP Scoob.” The cause of his Trouble’s death was not immediately known at press time. Billboard has reached out to his representatives for further information. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Following the rapper’s passing, tributes came pouring in from other members of the hip-hop community, including Mike Will Made-It, Gucci Mane, Rae Sremmurd, Meek Mi...
Alec John Such, Founding Member of Bon Jovi, Dies at 70
Alec John Such, bassist and an original member of Bon Jovi who was credited as bringing the band together, has died at 70, Bon Jovi announced on Sunday (June 5). “Alec, you will be missed,” Bon Jovi posted on social media. “We are heartbroken to hear the news of the passing of our dear friend Alec John Such,” the group’s statement said. “He was an original. As a founding member of Bon Jovi, Alec was integral to the formation of the band. To be honest, we found our way to each other thru him – He was a childhood friend of Tico and brought Richie to see us perform. Alec was always wild and full of life. Today those special memories bring a smile to my face and a tear to my eye. We’ll miss him dearly.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Bon J...
Snoh Aalegra Delivers Spell-Binding Show at L.A.’s YouTube Theater
Fresh off two dates in San Francisco (June 1-2), Snoh Aalegra brought her “Ugh, These Temporary Highs” tour to Los Angeles Saturday night (June 4). And one fan’s hand-drawn sign sums it all up: “Love U Snoh” with a heart added for emphasis. From the time Aalegra sashayed onstage until she walked off 70 minutes later, non-stop cheering, screaming, shout-outs (“It’s Snoh-ing!”; “She’s a bad—!”) and dancing ensued inside the packed venue. And in between, the Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter gave back just as good as she got. No costume changes, no background singers, no dancers. Just Aalegra backed by a tight band. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Dressed in a glittering bra top and matching thigh-length shorts accented by a short, white ...
Gucci Mane “Mrs. Davis,” Rowdy Rebel “Woo Nina” & More | Daily Visuals 6.3.22
HipHopWired Featured Video Real ones know that the importance of having a good woman by your side cannot be overstated and Gucci Mane not only knows he has a ride-or-die in the passenger seat of his life, but even takes the time to give her the flowers she properly deserves. In his visuals to “Mrs. Davis,” Gucci puts the spotlight squarely on his wifey who held him down as he did his bid and takes her on the kind of vacation that a queen like her deserves. Back in Brooklyn, Rowdy Rebel takes it to the streets and in his clip to “Woo Nina” turns up with his block and lets the ops know that he and his goons are ready for all the smoke whether it be weed, tobacco or vape – they ready. Check out the rest of today’s drops including work from Doja Cat, Don Q featuring Icewear Vezzo, and more. GU...
Philadelphia Mass Shooting On South Street Leaves 3 Dead, 11 Injured
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: UCG / Getty On a Friday night (June 4), a mass shooting on South Street in Philadelphia, PA left three dead and nearly a dozen more injured. Reportedly there were several shooters, but nevertheless all of them got away. According to NBC Philadelphia, at least 14 people were shot. South Street is a popular weekend destination in Philly and surely many of the people in there were in town for the annuals Roots Picnic. It happened on South Street between 2nd and 3rd streets shortly before midnight. Hundreds of people were out enjoying the night when officers said they heard multiple gunshots, then saw several gunmen firing into a crowd. An officer fired his gun at one of the shooters, Philadelphia Police Inspector D. F. Pace said. It is not known if the suspe...
