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Snoop Dogg Releases ‘B.O.D.R.’ Short Film in Celebration of New Album and Death Row Records Acquisition
Snoop Dogg has released a new short film in celebration of his acquisition of Death Row Records and his new album B.O.D.R. (Bacc on Death Row). In a 43-minute long video set in Long Beach, the clip is a compilation of behind-the-scenes studio sessions, intertwined with old footage, new music videos and other Snoop moments. The video offers fans a first-hand look at what to expect for Snoop’s latest album under his new label. In one clip, Snoop performs at Nate Dogg’s cemetery alongside the late rapper’s son Naijiel Hale. Snoop acquired Death Row earlier this month from Blackstone-controlled company MNRK Music Group. In a statement, he said, “It feels good to have ownership of the label I was part of at the beginning of my career and as one of the founding members. This is an extremely mean...
‘SBTV’ Founder Jamal Edwards Dies at 31 Years Old
SBTV founder Jamal Edwards has died at 31 years old. The BBC confirmed the news and reported that the British music industry figure died on Sunday. No other information about his death was revealed as of writing, other than the understanding that Edwards attended the BRIT Awards earlier this month and performed as a DJ in north London on the evening of Saturday. Edwards and his SBTV platform — which was launched in 2006 — were focused on shining a light on rising artists and were instrumental in aiding the early careers of musicians such as Stormzy, Dave, Ed Sheeran and more. He was awarded an MBE for his contributions to music in 2014, was an ambassador for the Prince’s Trust youth charity and renovated youth centers. Tributes to Edwards poured in on social media, with the likes of AJ Tra...
‘Encanto’ Soundtrack Spends Sixth Week Atop Billboard 200 Albums Chart
The Encanto soundtrack stays firm at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart for a sixth nonconsecutive week on top. It is now tied with Adele’s 30 for the third-most weeks at No. 1 in the last five years. Only Morgan Wallen’s Dangerous: The Double Album (with 10) and Taylor Swift’s Folklore (eight) have tallied more weeks at No. 1 since January 2017. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Encanto earned 98,000 equivalent album units in the U.S. in the week ending Feb. 17 (down 11%), according to MRC Data. Plus, Eminem’s Curtain Call: The Hits and Dr. Dre’s Dr. Dre – 2001 albums both return to the top 10, following the artists’ performance during the Super Bowl LVI halftime show on Feb. 13. The Billboard 200 chart ranks the most popular albums of the week in...
Justin Bieber Tests Positive for COVID-19, Postpones Las Vegas Concert
Justin Bieber has tested positive for COVID-19, Billboard has confirmed with a representative for the singer. As a result, the 27-year-old pop star has postponed his concert at Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena on Sunday (Feb. 20). “Due to positive COVID results within the Justice Tour family, we will unfortunately have to postpone Sunday’s show in Las Vegas,” reads a statement on the venue’s website. “Justin is of course hugely disappointed, but the health and safety of his crew and fans is always his number one priority. The tour launch in San Diego was a massive success, and Justin is excited to bring this spectacular show to his Las Vegas fans as soon as possible.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news Bieber’s Las Vegas show has been rescheduled for June 28, but that date in contingent o...
Police Identify Two More Persons of Interest in Young Dolph Homicide Investigation
The Memphis Police Department is seeking help locating two new persons of interest connected to the murder of Young Dolph. Police have named Devin Burns and Joshua Taylor in the development of their investigation into Adolph “Young Dolph” Thornton’s death. The Feb. 20 notice, which includes photos, describes Burns as a Black male, 26 years of age, 5’6” and 135 pounds. Taylor is described as a Black male, 26 years of age, 6’6” and 180 pounds. Explore See latest videos, charts and news Those with information regarding the whereabouts of Burns or Taylor are asked to contact the Homicide Bureau at 901-636-3300 or Crime Stoppers, where tips can be submitted online. Two others, Justin Johnson and Cornelius Smith, were previously charged with fatally shooting rapper Young Dolph, 36, outside a Ten...
Chrissy Teigen Shares That She’s Undergoing I.V.F., Says ‘Stop Asking If I’m Pregnant’
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend are working on expanding their family. Teigen told followers on Instagram this weekend that she is currently undergoing I.V.F. (in vitro fertilization), and she did not shy away from sharing how the experience makes her feel. “hiiii. I posted about it in my stories, but I wanted to let you guys know I’m balls deep in another IVF cycle to save as many eggos as I possibly can and hopefully make some strong, healthy embryos,” Teigen wrote late Saturday night (Feb. 19), after she had already shared a now-expired Instagram Story that showed a photo of I.V.F. injectables. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “I honestly don’t mind the shots…they make me feel like a doctor/chemist…but the bloating is a b—–, so I humbly beg yo...
Justin Bieber Tests Positive for COVID-19
Justin Bieber has tested positive for the coronavirus. According to reporting by TMZ, a spokesperson for the singer confirmed to the outlet that he had fallen ill with the virus, but is feeling on the mend. However, the crooner’s diagnosis has forced him to push back his planned concert at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday night to sometime later this summer. Later this week, Bieber’s ongoing “Justice World Tour” is scheduled to continue with performances in Glendale, Ariz.; Los Angeles; and Tacoma, Wash. However, it’s unknown whether any of those shows will be affected by the superstar having to quarantine until he tests negative. Consequence has reached out to Bieber’s representatives for clarification. Related Video Postponed from its planned 2021 start due to the pandemic, Bieber’s...
Robert Fripp and Toyah Tackle Smashing Pumpkins’ “Bullet With Butterfly Wings”: Watch
King Crimson guitarist Robert Fripp and his singer wife Toyah Willcox are still giving fans plenty of ear (and eye) candy on Sundays, this time gracing us with a rendition of the Smashing Pumpkins classic “Bullet With Butterfly Wings.” It’s been a while since we’ve reported on the frisky couple’s “Sunday Lunch” series, but they’ve been going strong in 2022, mostly delivering covers of punk classics from The Clash, Ramones, and others over the past several weeks. For this weekend’s edition, the pair tackle the Pumpkins’ smash alt-rock hit with their usual musical and visual flair. Toyah’s risqué see-through top is par for the course for her Sunday performances, but in this case it’s not too far off what original Pumpkins bassist D’arcy Wretzky wore during the band’s 1998 tour in support of ...
DJ YK Beat – Dildo Cruise Beat
Check out this brand new soundtrack from DJ YK Beat titled – Dildo Cruise Beat. Nigerian talented disc jockey, DJ YK Beats comes through with another single titled “Dildo Cruise Beat“. “Dildo Cruise Beat” inspired track is in connection to the viral video of a lady shocked by the cost of a s3x toy. It is also a follow-up track to his recently dropped single titled “Why Did You Stop“. Happy listening. Listen and share DJ YK Beat – “Dildo Cruise Beat” below. https://www.naijamusic.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/DildoCruiseBeat.mp3 Download
SafeMoon pump and dump lawsuit targets Jake Paul, Soulja Boy, and others
A new class-action lawsuit demands a jury trial against A-list celebrities and social influencers for their alleged participation in a classic pump and dump scheme relating to SafeMoon tokens. SafeMoon, a Binance Smart Chain-native cryptocurrency, allegedly recruited a number of celebrities to lure investors in with misleading promotions. Some of the prominent names roped in by the class action include musicians such as Nick Carter, Soulja Boy, Lil Yachty and YouTubers Jake Paul and Ben Phillips. According to the lawsuit, SafeMoon and its subsidiaries mimicked real-life Ponzi schemes by misleading investors to purchase SafeMoon tokens under the pretext of unrealistic profits. Citing the ecosystem’s ‘burn’ and ‘tokenomics’ as a key driver for SafeMoon’s price potential, the recruited celebr...
Steve Lacy Confirms His New Album Is on the Way
Steve Lacy has confirmed that his sophomore studio album is officially on the way. The 23-year-old artist took to Instagram to share a photo of him in the studio with a simple caption that read, “album on the way [soon] tap in.” The news was greeted with excitement but other artists, including fellow The Internet member Syd, DJ Calvin Harris, BROCKHAMPTON‘s Kevin Abstract, Kali Uchis and more. Lacy’s last full-length release dates back to 2019’s Apollo XXI, which was released just in time for his 21st birthday. The 12-track record featured one guest appearance from Daisy on “Like Me,” was well-received by both fans and critics alike and earned Lacy a GRAMMY nomination for Best Urban Contemporary Album — his first solo nod. Apollo XXI was followed by the 2020 compilation The Lo-Fis, which f...
How Taylor Swift Inspired Priscilla Block to Quit Her Job and Pursue Music
An unexpected run-in with Taylor Swift made a huge impact on Priscilla Block‘s life. The rising country singer behind “My Bar” was just about ready to leave Nashville when she had a chance meeting with Swift — while she was actually wearing a Taylor Swift T-shirt. “I’m about a year into town and just crumbling, day by day, and I call my sister one day and I was like, ‘Hey, I have no clue what I’m doing out here.’ It was just the whole ‘If you come home, you didn’t fail. It’s OK,’” Block, whose debut album Welcome to the Block Party just arrived, recalled on an episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show last week. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news She continued, “And that day, Taylor Swift was driving by. I was leaving work, and I was wear...
