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Diddy Absolutely Nails Heath Ledger’s Joker For Halloween
Sean “P. Diddy” Combs went super-method for his Halloween costume over the weekend. The hip-hop impresario slipped into a frighteningly accurate version of Heath Ledger’s Oscar-winning portrayal of the Joker from the Dark Knight series, swooning around town in his purple suit with green vest, green hair, white face paint and the character’s bloody Glasgow Smile. In classic Diddy fashion, he chronicled his transformation in a video in which he sat in a chair getting his look together and wished everyone a happy, safe Halloween followed by one in which he laughs maniacally in character while brandishing a giant fake gun as a hand grenade falls out of his pocket. “Hello my friends, I’m the Joker,” he wrote in the caption. “I’m highjacking Halloween! Hahahaha.” The fun continued in another cli...
Tom Paxton Turns 85: America’s Greatest Troubadour Reflects on Decades of Love, Laughter & Outrage
The following profile was originally published on Tom Paxton’s 80th birthday. He turns 85 today (Oct. 31) and is currently on tour with the Don Juans—Don Henry and Jon Vezner. In July he released All New, a 28-song album recorded during the pandemic with Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news It was a beautiful summer afternoon, with breezes blowing off the Hudson River, as Tom Paxton picked up his acoustic guitar under a bright tent at the Clearwater Festival in Croton Point Park, some 30-plus miles north of New York City. For decades, Paxton has performed at this festival to support the environmental work of the Hudson River sloop Clearwater. The Clearwater was conceived in 1966 by Paxton’s longtime friend a...
Here’s What Jennifer Coolidge Thinks of Ariana Grande Dressing Up as Her ‘Best In Show’ Character for Halloween
Jennifer Coolidge definitely thought Ariana Grande‘s Halloween costume was the best in show this year. After the pop star revealed on Instagram Friday (Oct. 28) that she had dressed up as the Emmy winner’s character from the 2000 mockumentary comedy Best in Show — and even recreated some of the movie’s scenes with former Victorious costar Liz Gillies — Coolidge took a moment to share her approval. “This is f—–g great,” commented the actress, who previously made a cameo in Grande’s 2018 “Thank U, Next” music video. “I was gonna go as the young boy’s pet weasel from The Watcher, but now I think I’m gonna go as @arianagrande’s dog, Toulouse.” “@theofficialjencoolidge we thank you, we love you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!” replied Grande. “And miss you so.” In her post, which was also shared to Gillies’ ac...
M.I.A. Posted a ‘Scary’ Halloween Picture With Conservative Commentator Candace Owens
M.I.A. didn’t dress up over the weekend, but on Sunday afternoon (Oct. 30) the “Paper Planes” rapper posted what she said was a “scary picture for Halloween” in which she casually posed with controversial conservative commentator Candace Owens. “#FreeSpeech,” M.I.A. captioned the post — which Owens re-posted — in which she stands with a neutral look next to a smiling Owens. The outspoken conservative talker’s name was in headlines earlier this month when she appeared at Kanye West’s Paris Fashion Week show modeling one of Ye’s provocative “White Lives Matter” t-shirts. The stunt was met with widespread backlash from the supporters of the Black Lives Matter movement, especially given phrase’s ties to white supremacist and neo-Nazi groups in their response to BLM. After getting temporarily b...
DH Peligro, Drummer for Dead Kennedys and Red Hot Chili Peppers, Passes Away Aged 63
Renowned drummer DH Peligro has passed away at the age of 63 following a fall at his Los Angeles home. The Dead Kennedys announced the tragic news of Peligro’s death on social media. Citing information provided by the police, the post detailed that Peligro had died on Saturdy from head trauma endured due to the fall. The band said that funeral arrangements would be shared in the following days. Peligro, whose legal name is Darren Henley, served as a drummer for punk rock band the Dead Kennedys for several years, first joining the band in 1981. He would drum with the band until it broke up in 1986 and again when it reunited in 2001. He also briefly drummed with the Red Hot Chili Peppers in 1988, helping to write songs for the band’s fourth studio LP, Mother’s Milk. The drummer lat...
Jack Harlow Takes Over ‘SNL’ As Host and Performer, Delivers “Lil Secret/First Class” Mashup
On Saturday evening, October 29, Jack Harlow headed to Saturday Night Live to serve double-duty as both host and guest performer. The Louisville rapper appeared in the majority of the show’s sketches, which is unusual for hosts nowadays. Sketches largely centered on stereotypes of Southerners and Southern culture. In one bit, Harlow plays a groom at a Halloween-themed wedding, alongside Andrew Dismukes as “the Joe-ker.” Guests vote on whether the Joe-ker gets to stay, with Survivor host Jeff Probst moderating. To close off the night, Harlow fulfilled the performer portion of his duties with a mashup of his songs “Lil Secret” and “First Class,” the latter of which is one of his most popular singles to date. Watch Jack Harlow’s Saturday Night Live performance. In other music news, Spotify is...
Dj SAS – Praise Worship Thanksgiving Mixtape
Here is the latest mixtape titled PWT (Praise Worship Thanksgiving) by a Nigerian disc jockey, DJ Sas. DJ Sas drops a new mixtape – Praise, Worship Thanksgiving (PWT). This an impressive gospel song selection for your listening pleasure. It is a good music experience to maintain a praise and worship atmosphere. More so, you can add this to your playlist as it is suitable for all Christian gatherings and occasions. However, you can also check this Mercy Chinwo exclusive mixtape, “Best Of Mercy Chinwo”. Download
DJ Kobo – Trip To Hogbe Mixtape
DJ Kobo delivers a new mix titled Trip To Hogbe Mixtape. Trip To Hogbe Mixtape is another song compilation for your listening pleasure. It contains top rap hit songs from various artists. The mixtape was produced by Dumega. It is a groovy and exciting mix with no dull moment. This follow-up to his previously released “Stardrive With Foster Aggor”. However, if you enjoy it do add it to your playlist. Download and share DJ Kobo – Trip To Hogbe Mixtape below. Download
Seyi Vibez – BD Baby
BD Baby is the latest new single from Vibez Inc. boss, Seyi Vibez. Nigerian talented singer, Seyi Vibez opens up his new album “Billion Dollar Baby” with a new single with the same name as the album. BD Baby is a fantastic track he delivers compelling lyrics with good vocals that match the beat. It is dedicated to his fans’ listening pleasure. The new record is a follow-up to his new single “Bank Of America. Listen and share Seyi Vibez – BD Baby below. Download coming soon.
Seyi Vibez ft Tiwa Savage – C Major (Remix)
This is a song remix coming from Seyi Vibez – “C Major”. Nigerian music act Seyi Vibez drops the new remix single titled “C Major” and he features buzzing songstress Tiwa Savage. This new track is taken from his brand new body of work “Billion Dollar Baby”. The “Billion Dollar Baby” album has 11 tracks with talented guest appearances like Mayorkun, Simi, etc. It is a follow-up to his new single “BD Baby“. Listen and share Seyi Vibez – C Major (Remix) ft Tiwa Savage below. Download coming soon.
Spotify Considering Raising Subscription Prices in U.S.
Spotify is considering raising its prices in the United States. According to Business Insider, the news was announced by CEO Daniel Ek shortly after the streaming service revealed that it surpassed its revenue projections and experienced an increase in both active users and paid subscribers during its third-quarter earnings. “Mostly to the US-based price increases, it is one of the things that we would like to do, and this is a conversation we will have in light of these recent developments with our label partners,” Ek said during an earnings call, adding that he feels “really good” about the next year and “what that means in pricing in relation to our service.” Spotify has charged $9.99 USD for solo subscriptions and $15.99 USD for the family subscription since its launch in 2011. E...
Loretta Lynn’s Life Celebrated by George Strait, Brandi Carlile, Tanya Tucker and More
As has been often quoted since her death Oct. 4 at the age of 90, Loretta Lynn said that to make it, “You have to be different, great or first. I think I was just a little different.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Time and time again during Coal Miner’s Daughter: A Celebration of the Life and Music of Loretta Lynn, which took play tonight (Oct. 30) from Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry and aired live on CMT, viewers were reminded that Lynn sold herself short: she was all three. Wynonna, The Gaither Trio and Larry Strickland opened the service with an elegiac “How Great Thou Art” and Alan Jackson sang “Where Her Heart Has Always Been,” a moving tribute originally written about his own mother’s death, but otherwise, the performers sa...
