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Luke Bryan, Peyton Manning to Co-Host 2022 CMA Awards
Two-time CMA Awards entertainer of the year winner Luke Bryan and NFL star Peyton Manning will host the 56th annual CMA Awards on Nov. 9 on ABC from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. This will mark Bryan’s second year hosting the show, after first hosting the CMA Awards in 2021; it will be former Colts/Broncos superstar Manning’s first time serving as CMA Awards host. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Manning, who has made four Super Bowl appearances and won two Super Bowls during his 18-season career, is no stranger to the CMA Awards. In 2016, Manning was part of a comedic skit with then-hosts Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, and also presented the CMA’s pinnacle award to Kenny Chesney. “Being a part of such a historical night that honors...
Atlanta’s Music Midtown Festival Canceled After Court Ruling Made It Illegal to Keep Guns Out of Event
The long-running Music Midtown festival at Piedmont Park in Atlanta, scheduled for Sept. 17-18 with headliners My Chemical Romance, Future, Jack White and Fallout Boy, has been called off, according to a statement issued by festival organizers. The likely cause, industry sources tell Billboard, are recent changes to Georgia gun laws that prevent the festival from banning guns on to the publicly owned festival grounds. “Hey Midtown fans — due to circumstances beyond our control, Music Midtown will no longer be taking place this year,” a statement posted on Music Midtown’s website reads. “We were looking forward to reuniting in September and hope we can all get back to enjoying the festival together again soon.” While owner Live Nation didn’t provide any additional details for the ...
Travis Scott Bringing ‘Road to Utopia’ Residency to Zouk Nightclub in Las Vegas
Travis Scott will return to the stage Sept. 17 with the first of seven appearances at Zouk Nightclub inside Resorts World Las Vegas. Described by representatives as a multi-year partnership, an additional date of Oct. 15 is also on sale. A statement from Resorts World describes “Road to Utopia” as a “mind-bending, first-of-its-kind nightclub residency experience,” taking advantage of the venue’s technological prowess. The lighting system, known as Mothership, produces a kaleidoscope of visuals as it moves to the music, floating above the dance floor. Advanced sound from an L-Acoustics-driven system powers the audio. The experience changes nightly to meet the headlining artist’s specifications. “Travis plans to utilize all of this to his advantage,” says Ronn Nicolli, chief marketing office...
Lollapalooza Announces 2023 Festival Dates in Chicago
This past weekend drew in locals and international travelers alike to Chicago’s annual Lollapalooza. Taking place in the lakeside Grant Park, attendees saw performances from Lil Baby, Dua Lipa, Machine Gun Kelly, J. Cole, Big Sean, Charli XCX, Metallica and more. Highlights included the first-ever solo set from BTS member J-Hope, who performed 18 songs from his debut album Jack in the Box. Lil Durk, meanwhile, suffered an injury during his performance after he was hit in the eye by some pyrotechnics. The rapper said he will be taking a break to focus on his health. In the aftermath of the star-studded weekend, festival organizers have confirmed that the event will be returning around the same time next summer. Lollapalooza will take place in Chicago’s Grant Park once again from August 3 to...
Lollapalooza 2022: j-hope Kicks Off a New Era for BTS: Recap, Photos + Setlist
“I’m j-hope from BTS,” he told the Lollapalooza crowd, doing nothing more than introducing himself and nothing less than making history. BTS are perhaps the most overwhelming musical force the world has ever known, having conquered the globe with an ARMY bigger than Beatlemania. The septet became such an institution that when they announced a “hiatus,” to pursue solo projects, the resulting panic cost their management label HYBE $1.7 billion in market cap in just two days. “We are not disbanding,” the group clarified. j-hope said it in a different way under the banner of Chicago’s skyline in Grant Park Sunday night: “I’m j-hope from BTS.” Advertisement Related Video He’s a lot more than that. With this appearance at Lollapalooza 2022, j-hope became not just the first of...
Fireboy DML – Timoti
Check out this brand new song “Timoti” by Fireboy DML. Nigerian artist Fireboy DML has released a new song titled “Timoti” for his fans/listeners. The new song is from his new studio album, “Playboy,” which includes 14 songs. It’s a lovely bop with an intriguing chorus and a fantastic mix of music beats to which you can groove. It fills in as a follow-up to his new release track on the album “Afro Highlife“. However, it deserves a spot on your playlist. Listen and share Timoti by Fireboy DML below. Download coming soon.
Prinx Emmanuel – Ghost Rider
Nigerian contemporary gospel singer, Prinx Emmanuel, has released a new song titled “Ghost Rider.” Prinx Emmanuel has just put out a brand new song titled “Ghost Rider.” This follows the release of his previous single, “I Get,” a few weeks ago. The new record Ghost Rider is an impressive piece of music in which Prinx lends his voice to caution people against the bad driving habit that could cut one’s life short. Listen to and share Prinx Emmanuel’s “Ghost Rider” below. [embedded content]
Chris Morgan ft Mercy Chinwo – Good Father
Chris Morgan with Mercy Chinwo adores the name of Jesus Christ in a new worship song titled Good Father. In an impressive worship song Good Father, Nigerian gospel artist Chris Morgan featuring Mercy Chinwo joins their voices to sing of God’s goodness, mercy, and grace. The new record is inspired by the Holy Spirit and it tells how God is a good father to his children who believe and trust in him. This follows their previous song together “With All My Heart“. Listen to Chris Morgan ft Mercy Chinwo – Good Father below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Chris_Morgan_-_Good_Father_ft_Mercy_Chinwo__NaijaMusic.com.ng.mp3 Download
Tar1Q – Son Of The Moon (SOTM) EP
Nutrybe Records artist Tar1Q drops a brand new EP “Son Of The Moon.” Nigerian artist Tar1Q comes through with his brand new debut EP “Son Of The Moon“. He was recently unveiled as Nutrybe Records new signee with a partnership with Chocolate City. The new EP is impressive and has 5 tracks on it. SOTM production credits includes BMH and 10Ten with appearances from Blaqbonez and Ria Sean. Tracklist Emotions Bad Intentions Signals Be Mine Dear Insecurities Listen and share Tar1Q – “Son Of The Moon” EP below.
Selena’s “Como Te Quiero Yo A Ti” Receives New Version, Posthumous Album Release Date Annonced
The family of Selena Quintanilla and Warner Music Laitna have shared a brand new version of “Como Te Quiero Yo A Ti” and have announced the release date of her posthumous album, Moonchild Mixes. This marks the third time a different version of her 1987 track “Como Te Quiero Yo A Ti” has been released, and it serves as the lead single off Moonchild Mixes. “It truly feels like she went into the studio again and recorded it,” Selena’s sister, Suzette Quintanilla, told ABC News. “It’s pretty incredible.” The siblings added that Moonchild Mixes, which drops August 26, is meant for the new generation to hear their talented sister’s music as they wanted “to breathe new life into this old music and have it created new for the newer generation.” Suzette continued, “The younger generation are discov...
Lil Durk Is Taking a Break After Suffering Injury at Lollapalooza
Lil Durk Drops ‘7220 (Reloaded)’ Extended Album Featuring a new opening track. May 20, 2022 3,844 Hypes Lil Durk Announces Collaborative Album With Metro Boomin During an interview with Ebro for Apple Music. Jun 29, 2022 4,111 Hypes Lil Durk Unveils “The 7220 Deluxe” Tour Dates Coming to a city near you this Fall. Jun 1, 2022 722 Hypes Lil Durk Earns First Solo No. 1 With ‘7220’ He previously hit No. 1 with Lil Baby for ‘The Voice of the Heroes.’ Mar 21, 2022 4,711 Hypes
Kate Bush Extends Australian Chart Run, as Central Cee Cracks Top 10
Kate Bush is still running on Australia’s singles chart, and no one can catch her. The veteran English singer’s mid-80s classic “Running Up That Hill” (via Warner) reigns supreme over the ARIA Singles Chart for a seventh week, thanks to its appearance in season four of Stranger Things. Further down the chart, Steve Lacy impacts the Top 5 with “Bad Habit” (RCA/Sony), up 9-5 for a new peak in its third week. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Meanwhile, Central Cee makes his first appearance in the top tier as “Doja” (ADA/Warner) bows at No. 8, for the highest new entry on the current frame. Also new to the chart this week is Billie Eilish’s “Guitar Songs” release “TV,” part of a two-pack which dropped July 21 and also includes “The 30th.” “TV”...
