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See APOCALYPTICA’s Music Video For ‘I’ll Get Through It’ Feat. BLACK SABBATH’s GEEZER BUTLER
Finnish cello rock quartet APOCALYPTICA has released the official music video for its latest single, “I’ll Get Through It”. The song, written for the band by American award-winning songwriter Diane Warren, features Franky Perez — guest vocalist in APOCALYPTICA‘s 2015 record “Shadowmaker” — as well as Geezer Butler of BLACK SABBATH on bass guitar. The song was born out of a visit Geezer and Franky paid to their friend Diane, who had already written the track “Not Strong Enough” for APOCALYPTICA, included in their 2010 record “7th Symphony”. “Franky and I were visiting my friend, Diane Warren, at her studio,” comments Geezer. “She played us this song, saying that she thought it would work well with Franky‘s v...
Whoopi Says Will Smith Will “Be Fine” After Oscars Slap
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Ron Galella, Ltd. / Getty Whoopi Goldberg hasn’t been afraid to weigh in on the Oscars controversy involving Chris Rock and Will Smith, but she feels Smith will be okay in the long run. In the opening discussion on Monday’s (April 4th) episode of The View, the panel spoke about the recently publicized developments that Netflix and Sony have put film projects starring the King Richard actor on hold. This was reportedly in response to Smith slapping Rock after the comedian made a joke about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith at the Academy Awards a week ago. Related Stories “Some of Will Smith’s future projects are in question. The question is does he have a path back? Yes, of course, he does,” Goldberg said to open up the discussion with her co-hosts, chuckling....
Judge Says Tory Lanez Violated Megan Thee Stallion Restraining Orders, Ups Bail
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Jerod Harris / Getty Tory Lanez found out the hard way that his tweets could also land him in trouble with the law, and Twitter was here for the karma. Tuesday (Apr.5), Tory Lanez and his atrocious fade were handcuffed and reprimanded into custody after Judge David V. Herriford of the Superior Court of Los Angeles County said he violated a protective order and personal contact order. Reporter Nancy Dillion shared details on Twitter, noting that Lanez’s bail was increased from $250,000 to $350,000, and he would be released after he posted bail. The judge listened to arguments about Lanez’s social media activity for about an hour before concluding that some of them “seem to be clear messages” sent to Megan Thee Stallion. Dillion later shared that Lane...
Pusha T & Jay-Z Trade Bars On “Neck & Wrist” Track, Twitter Salutes The Penmanship
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Johnny Nunez / Getty The Internet streets were abuzz with rumors that a certain Brooklyn rapper would connect once again with the crowned king of “Coke Rap” in Pusha T. The track “Neck & Wrist” has materialized and the feature from Jay-Z certainly had the fans and even some record executives discussing the bars. It’s been a few hours so the dust seems to be settling but Pusha T, who has been on a quick mini-run thus far in 2022, delivered quite a treat in securing the Jay-Z feature for “Neck & Wrist,” produced by the deft hands of Pharrell Williams. King Push employs a unique vocal style that emphasized the last line of the bars to great effect, but Hov came through and really crushed the buildings, respectfully. Jay-Z took time out of runni...
August Alsina Alludes To Jada Pinkett Smith Affair In New Song Because Of Course
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Paras Griffin / Getty Will Smith’s meltdown at the Oscars has been the talk of the town ever since last Sunday night and while many felt Chris Rock earned that Big Willy slap he ended up getting, others felt that Will should’ve held onto that pimp hand for one August Alsina. Now a week after the slap hear ’round the world, the singer with whom Jada Pinkett Smith admitted to having an “entanglement” with is once again hinting at his affair with Will Smith’s wife in a new song dubbed “Shake The World.” Alluding to the backlash he caught when his affair with Jada was revealed, right out the gate August rapped “I heard I was canceled / Well, let’s speak on that / Red dot on my back / I became a target / And I’m flawed but flawless / That’s what makes me ...
Semi Tee ft Focalistic & Malemon – 2022
Check out this new piece of music from Semi Tee titled “2022”, out now. South African music act Semi Tee drops a brand new single titled “2022” with guest appearances from Focalistic and Malemon. The new record “2022” is an impressive amapiano single for your listening pleasure and it deserves a spot on your playlist. He also has other interesting tunes like “Inhliziyo“, “Isiko lam“, and “Jersey No 10” among others. Listen and share Semi Tee ft Focalistic & Malemon – “2022” below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Semi_Tee_-_2022_ft_Focalistic_Malemon__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
IDYL – Flex
Don’t miss this brand new single from IDYL titled “Flex” out now. Nigerian singer and Voice Nigeria S2 winner IDYL comes through with a brand new single “Flex“. The new record “Flex” is an impressive track he dedicates to his fans and supporters and it fills in as a follow-up to his remix track titled “Juju” in which he featured Harrysong. In addition, the new music “Flex” deserves a spot on your playlist. Listen and share IDYL – “Flex” below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/IDYL_-_Flex_NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
Vector – My Name
Grap Entertainment presents a brand new single titled “My Name”. Nigerian ace rapper and singer Vector comes through a brand new single titled “My Name“. The new record “My Name” is an amazing piece of music with infused amapiano sound making it a masterpiece. It is Vector’s first song for the year and a follow-up to his recent song “License“. However, we recommend you add it to your playlist. Listen and share Vector – “My Name” below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Vector_-_My_Name_NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
DJ YK Beat – Oniduro Dance Version
Check out this brand new track from DJ YK Beat titled “Oniduro Dance Version”. Nigerian disc jockey, DJ Yk Beat returns with brand new music he calls titled “Oniduro“ (Dance Version). The new joint by the DJ YK Beat is another cruise vibe and it is a follow-up to his previously released song titled “Cash Cruise“. Dj Yk Beat’s “Oniduro” deserves a spot on your playlist. Listen, enjoy and share DJ Yk Beats – “Oniduro” Dance version below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/DJ_YK_Beats_-_Oniduro_NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
Sharon Van Etten Announces New Album We’ve Been Going About This All Wrong
Sharon Van Etten has announced her new album. The follow-up to 2019’s Remind Me Tomorrow is called We’ve Been Going About This All Wrong and it’s out May 6 via Jagjaguwar. Check out the album’s trailer below. The new album’s announcement isn’t accompanied by the release of any new songs. In fact, she doesn’t plan to release any songs from the album until it’s released in full. “I wanted to approach this release differently, to engage my fans in an intentional way, in an effort to present the album as a whole body of work,” Van Etten said in a statement. “These 10 songs are designed to be listened to in order, at once, so that a much larger story of hope, loss, longing and resilience can be told.” The album doesn’t include the recently released songs “Porta” or “Used to It.” We’ve Been Goin...
Bush Tetras’ New Drummer Is Sonic Youth’s Steve Shelley
In October—just prior to the release of the band’s retrospective box set—Bush Tetras’ founding drummer Dee Pop died at age 65. Prior to a handful of shows they’re playing later this year, the band members announced today that they’ve brought on a new drummer: Sonic Youth’s Steve Shelley. In a statement, Bush Tetras said they’ve known Shelley for years. “We knew it would be impossible to replace Dee in many ways, but having Steve join us has been both comforting and invigorating,” vocalist Cynthia Sley said in a statement. “He just fit in seamlessly, like a missing puzzle piece. We can now see a future for the Bush Tetras.” Guitarist Pat Place added, “It’s been nothing but fun playing with Steve and we are really excited about our first official shows with him.” The band has been rehea...
The Weeknd and Swedish House Mafia Replace Kanye West as Coachella 2022 Headliners
Swedish House Mafia and the Weeknd are replacing Kanye West as the Sunday night headliners of the 2022 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. Their performances will take place on April 17 and 24. Find the new Coachella poster below. “I’m so looking forward to this moment with Swedish House Mafia and the Weeknd finishing out the Sunday night slot this year,” Paul Tollett, president/CEO of Coachella promoter Goldenvoice, said in a statement to Variety. “Coachella has a special relationship with Abel [Tesfaye aka the Weeknd] and I’m so thankful to have this upcoming performance with these iconic artists all on the same stage.” (The Weeknd previously headlined Coachella in 2018.) It was reported earlier this week that West would no longer perform at Coachella. His representatives have not ...
