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Jason Momoa & Lisa Bonet Announce End To Marriage, Twitter Reacted As Expected
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Mike Coppola / Getty The union of Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet seemed to be unbreakable and owned distinction as one of the entertainment industry’s hottest couples. On Wednesday (Jan. 12), the pair issued a joint statement saying that the two would be parting ways, prompting some expected responses from the Twitter masses. Taking to Momoa’s Instagram page, the statement of the split was eloquent and kind as expected of such a long partnership. From the IG post: We have all felt the squeeze and changes of these transformational times… A revolution is unfolding ~and our family is of no exception… feeling and growing from the seismic shifts occurring And so~ We share our Family news~ That we are parting ways in marriage. We share this not because we thi...
Eltee Skhillz – Bow EP
Here is a brand new extended play titled ‘Bow’ from the Nigerian singer Eltee Skhillz. Before Now, Eltee Skhillz has been teasing his new bodywork via his social media pages and the long-anticipated EP has just been released and he calls it ‘Bow‘. The new extended play by Eltee Skhillz has 6 tracks like ‘Freedom‘, ‘ODG‘, etc., and a few guest artists like Praiz, Niniola, and Harmonize. ‘Bow‘ the EP was made possible through the contribution of various music producers like External Africa, Egarboi, and Krizbeatz. Eltee Skhillz new extended play should be added to your playlist. Tracklist includes: Listen, enjoy and share Eltee Skhillz – ‘Bow’ the Ep below. [embedded content]
Progress Effiong ft. Khaya Sibanyoni – My Prayer (Akam Mmi)
Talented gospel singer, Progress Effiong drops a new melodious track titled “My Prayer” that interprets “Akam Mmi” in Ibibio. “My Prayer” by Progress Effiong is a song of supplication and a faith-based track, joining on the track is Khaya Sibanyoni of South Africa’s Joyous Celebration as he lends his voice in adoration. Akam Mmi (My Prayer) is the native language of the Akwa Ibom people. The new song “My Prayer” is a featured track on his latest released album tagged “Ama” (God’s Love). “My Prayer” is soul lifting song that opens up the heart during worship to God. Listen, enjoy and share Progress Effiong ft. Khaya Sibanyoni – “My Prayer” (Akam Mmi) below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Progress_Effiong_-_My_Prayer_Akam_Mmi_ft_Khaya_Sibanyoni__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp...
VIDEO: Ice Prince feat. Ckay – Shakara
Coming in, is a new visual from the Super Cool Cat boss Ice Prince for his track titled “Shakara“. Ice Prince officially drops the music video for his track “Shakara” performed with Ckay. The music video is a colorful one with a cool soothing tempo. “Shakara” by Ice Prince was released last year and has been one the hottest song out of Africa, with a lovely intro by Ckay. The music video is a production of Super Cool Cats and Dapper Music, shot and directed by The Alien. Watch, enjoy and share Ice Prince feat. Ckay – “Shakara” below. [embedded content]
Anderson .Paak Sings With Elmo and Cookie Monster on Sesame Street: Watch
Forget Silk Sonic—Anderson .Paak has a new supergroup. He appeared on the latest episode of Sesame Street to perform a song called “What Is a Holiday.” As you might imagine from that title, .Paak and Elmo teach Cookie Monster about the various holidays that people around the world celebrate. Watch it happen below. This season, Sesame Street has also welcomed Kacey Musgraves and Billie Eilish. Last year, .Paak and Bruno Mars released the album An Evening With Silk Sonic. Read about “Leave the Door Open” in Pitchfork’s feature “What Will the 2021 Song of the Summer Be.” Content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from.
Muse Return With Video for New Song “Won’t Stand Down”: Watch
Muse have returned with their first song in four years. It’s called “Won’t Stand Down” and it comes with a music video directed by Jared Hogan. In the clip, a weak figure siphons the energy of an army to transform into a towering, demon-like being. Check it out below. “‘Won’t Stand Down’ is a song about standing your ground against bullies, whether that be on the playground, at work, or anywhere,” singer Matt Bellamy explained in a statement. “Protecting yourself from coercion and sociopathic manipulation and to face adversity with strength, confidence, and aggression.” Muse’s last album, Simulation Theory, came out in 2018. Since then, the UK rock band has released a concert and narrative film as a companion project to the LP, an Origin of Muse box set celebrating the 20th anniversary of ...
Spoon Announce 2022 U.S. Tour Dates
Spoon have announced U.S. tour dates in support of their forthcoming album, Lucifer on the Sofa. After a one-off concert in February at California’s Santa Ana Observatory, the tour formally kicks off April 6 at Boston’s House of Blues. The shows will bring Spoon across the country before wrapping up June 4 at Phoenix’s Van Buren. They will be supported by Margaret Glaspy and Geese. Find the dates below. Lucifer on the Sofa is out February 11 via Matador. Spoon have released two singles from the record, “Wild” and “The Hardest Cut.” They recently shared covers of David Bowie’s “I Can’t Give Everything Away” and the Beatles’ “Christmas Time (Is Here Again).” Read Pitchfork’s recent interview “How Spoon Beat the Devil” and read about more of 2022’s most anticipated albums. All products featur...
Maren Morris Announces New Album Humble Quest
Country singer Maren Morris has announced a new album. It’s called Humble Quest and it’s slated for release on March 25 via Columbia Nashville. Her follow-up to 2019’s Girl spans 11 tracks in total and includes her recent single “Circles Around This Town.” Lyrically, according to a press release, Humble Quest documents Morris’ journey to redefine humility during the pandemic while juggling motherhood, an upended career, and the death of her friend and collaborator Michael Busbee. The album was produced by Greg Kurstin and written by Morris alongside her husband Ryan Hurd, Julia Michaels, Jimmy Robbins, Natalie Hemby, Laura Veltz, and Jon Green on Busbee’s piano. After releasing Girl in 2019, Morris teamed up with Brandi Carlile, Amanda Shires, and Natalie Hemby to release a collaborative a...
Mind-Blowing Mashup Combines Slayer and Prince for “Crazy Black Magic”: Stream
YouTube mashup master Bill McClintock has struck gold once again, combining Slayer and Prince for the mind-blowing “Crazy Black Magic.” Slayer and Prince both rose to prominence in the 1980s, but one would think the musical similarities end there. Somehow, McClintock found a way to perfectly sync Slayer’s proto-blackened thrash anthem “Black Magic” to Prince’s legendary party-starter “Let’s Go Crazy.” Enter “Sprayer,” as McClintock has dubbed this thrash-pop Frankenstein. The Prince backing track plays as usual, but Slayer frontman Tom Araya becomes an exuberant hype man as his screams line up with the chord structure and tempo of “Let’s Go Crazy.” If that’s not enough, there’s even a little Led Zeppelin sprinkled in toward the end. It must be heard to be believed. Advertisement Related Vi...
Big Mouth Spinoff Human Resources Sets Release Date, Recruits Rosie Perez and Henry Winkler
Big Mouth spinoff Human Resources has set a release date and added a pair of distinctive voices to its cast. The animated series will debut on Netflix on March 18th, with Rosie Perez and Henry Winkler stepping into new roles. Along with the announcement, the streamer unveiled a new teaser trailer, which you can watch below. Perez will voice Petra the Ambition Gremlin, with Winkler playing Keith From Grief. Netflix also revealed a quartet of actors returning from the Big Mouth cast: Thandiwe Newton (Mona the Hormone Monstress), Jemaine Clement (Simon Sex), Maria Bamford (Tito the Anxiety Mosquito), and Bobby Cannavale (Gavin the Hormone Monster). According to the official logline, Human Resources “pulls back the curtain” on the daily lives of the Hormone Monsters, Depression Kitt...
Tears for Fears Unveil New Song “Break the Man”: Stream
Next month, Tears for Fears will release The Tipping Point, their first new album in 17 years. Today, they’re shared the latest single, “Break the Man,” which you can stream below. With light piano and explosive guitar, “Break the Man” is a shimmering ode to women who rage against the patriarchy. “I feel that a lot of the problems we’ve been having as a country and even worldwide to a certain degree has come from male dominance,” Tears for Fears singer Curt Smith said of the single. “It’s a song about a woman who is strong enough to break the man. For me, that would be an answer to a lot of the problems in the world — a better male-female balance.” “Break the Man” is the third single from The Tipping Point, which arrives February 25th via Concord Records. Preorders are avail...
Ex-MEGADETH Bassist DAVID ELLEFSON Announces First Live Shows With THE LUCID, Drops Music Video For ‘Deaths Of Despair’
THE LUCID, the four-piece hard rock band featuring bassist David Ellefson (ex-MEGADETH), vocalist Vinnie Dombroski (SPONGE), guitarist Drew Fortier and drummer Mike Heller (RAVEN, FEAR FACTORY), has released a music video for the song “Deaths Of Despair”. The clip, which was directed by Fortier, can be seen below. In other news, THE LUCID has announced a short U.S. tour in May. The band will play the following shows, with more to be announced: May 20 – Clifton, NJ – Dingbatz May 21 – New Bedford, MA – The Vault May 26 – West Dundee, IL – Rochaus May 27 – Westland, MI – The Token Lounge May 28 – Akron, OH – Empire Concert Club Last month, THE LUCID filmed four new music videos. Three of the tracks are taken from THE LUC...
