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BLACKPINK Teases Visuals From Born Pink World Tour: See the Pics
BLACKPINK is (almost) in your area! Leading up to the K-pop group’s Born Pink world tour, devoted Blinks — who were lucky enough to secure tickets, that is — just received the first official taste of what the tour’s visual setup will be like once Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa and Rosé hit the road this fall, thanks to teaser images posted to the group’s Twitter on Wednesday. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The first of the two teaser images features a black space with a concrete-looking floor and thick, white smoke billowing in thick clouds. The second is the complete opposite, with green grass, flowery walls and pine-tree arms providing a garden-like setting. “#BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR [BORN PINK] SPOILER,” the group captioned its teaser post, along...
TikTok’s Favorite 12-Foot Skeleton Is Sold Out, But Here Are Alternatives to Buy Online
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. ‘Tis the season for spooky decorations! From the 12-foot skeleton to the Stranger Things house that became its own phenomenon, Halloween decorations have been going viral all over TikTok. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The spooky skeleton is out of stock at Home Depot, but we’ve found a few alternatives that will scare unsuspecting trick-or-treaters and other passersby. Below, find a collection of giant skeletons, Halloween lights, sticky bats and other must-have Halloween decorations. Haunted Living 7-f...
Kanye West Shares Video of Tucker Carlson Visiting Yeezy Offices Ahead of Fox News Interview
Kanye West took to social media on Thursday (Oct. 6) to share a video of Fox News host Tucker Carlson stopping by the new Yeezy offices for a visit. “TUCKER CARLSON STOPPED BY THE NEW YEEZY OFFICE FUN GOD IS GOOD,” the rapper captioned the clip on his Instagram feed. After being served a welcome drink known as the Donda (“I’m pretty open-minded about what I put in my mouth,” Carlson said), the Fox News personality learned all about Yeezy’s latest experiment in 3D-printed shoes — including the possibility of creating a “3D printing facility, like a farm.” “Can I ask a stupid question?” Carlson asked a Yeezy employee about the futuristic footwear. “Are they assembled? Is the sole attached or are they printed…” He then seemed positively mind-blown when the employee explained that each shoe wa...
U2 in Talks With Azoffs for Management — But Deal’s Not Done
U2 are in discussion with Irving Azoff, Jeffrey Azoff and Brandon Creed’s Full Stop Management after splitting with manager Guy Oseary last week, according to sources with knowledge of the deal. The talks are ongoing and no final decision has been made by either side. The talks follow news that Azoff is now involved in booking the MSG Sphere at the Venetian, part of Azoff Company’s long-term consulting deal with MSG properties. U2 is scheduled to open the MSG Sphere at the Venetian in November 2023, which Billboard first reported in July. Oseary had managed U2 under the Live Nation-owned Maverick artist management collective for nearly a decade. In 2020, he left Live Nation but agreed to continue to provide consulting services to CEO Michael Rapino, whose company now has 450 a...
Bikini Bottom Rave: The New “Shrek Rave” Rendition You Won’t Want to Miss
F is for friends who do stuff together, and the creators of “Shrek Rave” have announced your new favorite pastime: the “Bikini Bottom Rave.” Pull out your striped sweaters and floral swim trunks, Angelenos, because this SpongeBob SquarePants-themed event is floating down to 1720 Warehouse on October 26th. The pineapple under the sea will then make its way over to Manhattan for an edition on December 17th at Webster Hall. It’s all thanks to the success of Ka5sh’s “Swamps Across America,” the the event planner’s touring Shrek-themed extravaganza that went viral earlier this year. Both 18+ events promise that even though it’s dumb, you should just come and have fun. You can even purchase tables with bottle servic...
Honey Dijon Shares Details of Upcoming Sophomore Album, “Black Girl Magic”
Trailblazing DJ and dance music artist Honey Dijon has shared all of the details of her highly anticipated, 15-track sophomore album, Black Girl Magic. The album, which will feature collabs with Channel Tres, Pabllo Vittar, EVE and more, is set for release on November 18th, 2022 and will be available digitally and on vinyl. “This album is dedicated to love. Love of music, community, but most of all the love of self,” Dijon said in a press release shared with EDM.com. “Being true to who you are in spite of everything else and having the courage to love fearlessly.” Ahead of the album’s release, she dropped “Show Me Some Love” in collaboration with Tres and Sadie Walker. The track showcased Walker’s angelic vocals, the...
Techno and Electro House Intersect In No Mana’s Stunning Single, “Out of the Dark”
After signing to Monstercat just last month, Filipino electronic music star No Mana has returned with his second single on the label, “Out of the Dark.” The tech-driven track takes us through a mystical, underground odyssey backed by a thumping bassline and ominous, distorted sound design. According to a press release, the tune itself was conceptualized from what No Mana believes angels would sound like. “When I was scrambling for visual assets for this song on my Gravity set, I ran into my GIFs of a skull, chains and biblically accurate angels, to which I thought, ‘If this track had an affinity for something it would be these animations,'” No Mana said in a statement. Take a listen to “Out of the Dark” below. Scroll to Continue...
Dimension, FuntCase, More to Headline Rampage’s Momentous Amsterdam Debut
“The biggest drum & bass party in the world” is scheduled to make its debut in Amsterdam this November. Annually held at the gigantic Sportpaleis in Antwerp, Belgium, Rampage quickly grew into one of Europe’s most beloved bass music events since its debut edition back in 2009, annually bringing together drum & bass and dubstep’s most acclaimed artists. Shortly after Rampage Renegade’s highly anticipated 2022 return to Antwerp—with headline performances from SVDDEN DEATH, MARAUDA, Koven and more—the iconic fest is now gearing up for its debut in Amsterdam, taking over AFAS Live (formerly Heineken Music Hall) November 4-5. A staggering lineup has been unveiled for Rampage Amsterdam, which is bound to light up AFAS with the festival’s mind-bending produ...
Both Sides: adidas Says Partnership With Kanye West Is ‘Under Review’
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Jonathan Leibson / Getty Even the three stripes has had enough of Ye’s antics, for now. On Thursday (Oct. 6), adidas announced that due to the rapper and designer’s recent displays of animus (to put it nicely) to the brand, it’s putting their partnership “under review.” For the last couple of weeks, Ye has been barking on the brand for what he considers disrespect towards him in regards to the direction of his Yeezy sneaker line and collection. After accusing the brand of everything from stealing his ideas, to having a hand in manufacturing bootlegs to creating “Yeezy Day” without his approval, adidas addressed the slander in the statement it shared. Related Stories “adidas has always been about creativity, innovation and supporting athletes and artists t...
Jeezy’s BET Hip Hop Awards Performance Reminds Us Of His Longevity & Impact
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Terence Rushin / Getty Seventeen years ago, Jeezy made one of the boldest claims in rap, uttering to anyone listening that he was the realest in the game. His street fame and ability to make hustler music led to universal praise and admiration from gangsters and moguls alike. Universally revered for his impact and music, Jeezy’s ability to invoke passionate praise in a time of instant success, reminds us of what authenticity and influence are about. Standing alongside EST Gee earlier this week at the BET Hip Hop Awards to perform the song, “The Realest”, Jeezy once again provided more evidence for his opening statement. [embedded content] Names like Jeezy, T.I., Gucci Mane and Yo Gotti are synonymous with the trap music era that started ...
Assault Case Against Tekashi 6ix9ine’s Girlfriend Dropped, He Didn’t Cooperate
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Miami Dade PD / TMZ The tension between Tekashi 6ix9ine and his girlfriend Jade seems to be at an end, as a case against her which included allegations of domestic violence has been dropped. According to reports, the controversial artist’s girlfriend known as Jade is no longer facing assault charges which included a charge of domestic battery against him. This was based on court records filed in Miami-Dade County, where she had been arrested after police arrived on the scene outside of a club on Aug. 28 where the two were in a heated altercation. Video from the night of the incident also showed one of Jade’s friends attempting to throw a punch at the rapper before being restrained by someone else. Sources close to the situation stated that the “Gummo” rap...
Santa Puts In That Work In New ‘Violent Night’ Trailer
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Gabe Ginsberg / Getty With the holidays just a couple of months away, Santa Claus won’t just be delivering presents to those on his “Nice” list, but he’s also to unwrapping ass whuppins on certain people who’ve made his “Naughty” list. A new film explores the mythical Santa beatdowns in Violent Night which stars Stranger Things star, David Harbour as jolly ole Saint Nick who accidentally stumbles on a home invasion in progress as he delivers presents to the children around the world. Led by John Luguizamo, the gang of thieves realize they might’ve bitten off more than they can chew when Santa decides to roll up his red sleeves and get blood on his hands to help a child on his “Nice” list. Using a Christmas tree star topper as a weapon and leaving grenades...
