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Nirvana Seek to Dismiss Nevermind Baby Lawsuit: Spencer Elden “Spent Three Decades Profiting from His Celebrity”
Nirvana has filed a motion to dismiss the “Nevermind baby” lawsuit that accuses the band and other defendants of violating child pornography laws with the iconic album cover. Spencer Elden, now 30 years old, continues to allege that the cover image used as the cover of 1991’s Nevermind, which depicts a four-month-old Elden underwater with exposed genitals, was meant to be sexual in nature and “trigger a visceral sexual response from the viewer.” However, the Nirvana camp — including surviving band members Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic, as well as Kurt Cobain’s widow, Courtney Love — want the lawsuit thrown out, calling it “not serious” and stating that is was filed years too late in a motion to dismiss the lawsuit submitted on Wednesday (December 22nd). Advertisement Related Video It’s th...
Nas Gifting Fans With Surprise Album ‘Magic’ Ahead of Christmas
Nas will be dropping a brand new album just in time for Christmas. The legendary rapper took to social media on Thursday (Dec. 23) to announce the details of his forthcoming album, Magic, which is scheduled to drop at midnight on Christmas Eve through Mass Appeal Records. “MAGIC is in the air. Midnight et brand new music to vibe to,” Nas wrote on Instagram alongside cover art for the new project. Explore Explore Nas See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Produced by by Nas’ longtime collaborator Hit-Boy, the nine-track album features guest spots by A$AP Rocky and DJ Premier on the track “Wave Gods.” Over the summer, Nas dropped the album King’s Disease II, his follow-up to 2020’s King’s Disease. The original album earned the hip-hop icon his first Grammy Awar...
D Smoke Provides Gifts & Caroling to L.A. Foster Youth Ahead of War & Wonders Tour: ‘It Was Magical’
Ahead of his debut North American War & Wonders Tour, which launches Jan. 11 in San Diego, Grammy-nominated rapper and Rhythm + Flow inaugural champion D Smoke is wrapping up an incredible year by giving back to younger people in need. On Saturday (Dec. 18), the Inglewood, California, native and former high school teacher hosted a Reimagining CommUNITY During the Holidays event, in partnership with CASA of Los Angeles, Crete Academy and Cancel The Contract: Antelope Valley. Explore See latest videos, charts and news During the heartwarming festivities, D Smoke and his his wife, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and violinist Angelina Sherie, were joined by their parents and pet dog, along with local Crete Academy elementary school students, to sing Christmas carols for South Central L...
Japan’s Yuzu Set to Drop Two New Albums ‘PEOPLE’ and ‘SEES’ in 2022
J-pop superstars Yuzu told fans during their 2021 Winter Solstice livestream on Wednesday (Dec. 22) that they will be releasing two new studio albums next year. Yuzu had performed a free concert almost every year on the winter solstice ever since their debut in 1997. This year’s livestream from Noevir Stadium Kobe was the first time in four years that Yuujin Kitagawa and Koji Iwasawa put on the free show, and the two delivered an eight-track set full of hits, including “Eikoh no Kakehashi” from 2004. The pair also shared their new promo photo shot on the field of the stadium before the concert. Explore Explore Yuzu See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Celebrating their 25th anniversary in 2022, the hitmakers will release their 16th studio album, PEOPLE, in ...
Fireboy DML ft Ed Sheeran – Peru (Remix)
Nigerian singer Fireboy DML features British singer Ed Sheeran on the official “Peru (Remix)” out now. We’re excited to bring you this highly-anticipated single from YBNL/Empire artiste Fireboy DML titled “Peru (Remix)” featuring Grammy award-winning British musician Ed Sheeran. The original version of the song was an instant hit and Ed Sheeran loved it so much he wanted a remix with Fireboy. The news of this collaboration has generated a lot of buzz on social media and Nigerian blogs. The music video for the song has been shot and awaiting premiere in a few hours, as seen in the snippets. Listen, enjoy and share Fireboy DML ft Ed Sheeran – “Peru (Remix)” below. Download link
US Congress Investigates Live Nation’s Role in Astroworld Tragedy
A Congressional committee has launched an investigation into Astroworld promoter Live Nation and its role in the deadly crowd surge that left 10 people dead and hundreds more injured. The House Oversight and Reform Committee sent a letter to Michael Rapino, president and CEO of Live Nation Entertainment, Inc., requesting information on what led up to the November 5 event and the organizer’s subsequent response. “Recent reports raise serious concerns about whether your company took adequate steps to ensure the safety of the 50,000 concertgoers who attended Astroworld Festival,” the committee members wrote. Reports cited in the letter suggest that security and medical staff were “inexperienced or ill-equipped to deal with mass injuries,” the placement of the barricades made it difficult for ...
Nas Is Dropping a New Hit-Boy Produced Album Titled ‘Magic’
Nas and Hit-Boy have teamed up on a surprise new album titled Magic, releasing at midnight on Christmas Eve. The “early Christmas gift” is composed of nine tracks, including “Wave Gods” ft. A$AP Rocky and DJ Premier. Here is the full tracklist: Speechless Meet Joe Black Ugly 40-16 Building Hollywood Gangsta Wu For The Children Wave Gods ft. A$AP Rocky and DJ Premier The Truth Dedicated Nas and Hit-Boy previously collaborated on Nas’ last album, King’s Disease II. Released in August, it has been nominated for Best Rap Album at the upcoming 64th Grammy Awards. The musical minds also worked together on 2020’s King’s Disease, which scored Nas his first-ever Grammy Award for Best Rap Album. Magic drops at midnight on December 24 across all major streaming services. In o...
25 Concert Tours That Make Great Last-Minute Holiday Gift Ideas
If you’re in the need of last-minute holiday presents, why not treat someone to the gift of live music? Below, we’ve highlighted 25 major tours taking place in the new year for which tickets are still available. What’s more, a majority of these tours take place at outdoor venues, so you’ll be able to enjoy a show with limited risk of exposure. If you do attend an indoor concert, however, please make sure to mask up. Also make sure to check out Consequence Shop, where all of our merch and CBD products are on sale for up to 50% off. That includes our popular Protect Live Music shirt capsule and premium face coverings, as well as GWAR’s Bud of Gods and Flower Lab CBD/Delta-8 products. Editor’s Note: By purchasing tickets via the affiliate links below, Consequence receives a portion of the tra...
Phish Postpone New Year’s Run at Madison Square Garden Due to Omicron Surge
Due to the surge of the omicron variant in New York City, Phish have postponed their New Year’s run at Madison Square Garden. The jam band legends had been scheduled to play a four-night residency at the Garden from December 29th to January 1st. Those shows have now been rescheduled for April 20th-23rd, 2022, including a three-set show (as originally planned for New Year’s Eve) on April 22nd. “The health and safety of Phish fans, our crew, and venue staff is paramount in our minds,” the band said in a statement announcing the postponement. “While Phish has played shows this year as the pandemic has continued, this variant’s ability for rapid transmission is unprecedented.” Advertisement Related Video “We are also mindful that a significant number of people travel for these shows and then r...
Which Is Your Favorite Latin Song of 2021? Vote!
Latin artists delivered songs for every emotion we experimented in this roller coaster of a year, whether you were in the mood to hit the club with your BFFs or just chill in your room. A mix of vulnerable emo lyrics and chill reggaeton beats, Bad Bunny‘s “Yonaguni” allowed you to feel vulnerable after a breakup. If you were on the other end of the emotional spectrum, Nathy Peluso‘s salsa anthem “Mafiosa” is that bossed-up track about finding you self-worth and being the most powerful woman on the block. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news And for all the TikTokers out there, “Fiel” was a must-learn dance routine. This infectious reggaeton smash hit by Wisin, Jhay Cortez and Los Legendarios, is about having a crush on an independent woman, which be...
Mariah Carey’s Biggest Albums & Songs: ‘All I Want for Christmas Is You’ & More
Submit questions about Billboard charts, as well as general music musings, to askbb@billboard.com. Please include your first and last name, as well as your city, state and country, if outside the U.S. Or, tweet @gthot20. Let’s open the latest mailbag. MARIAH CAREY’S BIGGEST ALBUMS & SONGS Hi Gary, With “All I Want for Christmas is You” and Merry Christmas both making their annual resurgences, could you please recap Mariah Carey‘s career sales, streaming and radio airplay highlights? Thank you! Jess HahnColumbia, S.C. Hi Jess, Happy holidays! As a last-minute (or not, depending on where you are with your shopping) gift to Lambs, here’s an update of Carey’s best-selling albums, most-streamed songs and most-heard hits on radio in the U.S., according to MRC Data (from titles’ releases...
Nineteen85’s Balancing Act: Producer Talks New Dvsn Album, Signing Harry James Jr. & More
Leaning back comfortably in his Toronto home, a gold gramophone peeks out from behind producer Nineteen85’s head. “I was hoping I was covering it, but I guess I’m moving too much,” he says with a laugh. It’s not the Latin Grammy he won this year for best engineered album (C.Tangana’s El Madrileño), but an earlier win, as a writer on Drake’s hit, “Hotline Bling.” A fellow Toronto native and OVO Sound signee, ’85 co-produced some of the 6 God’s highest charting singles, including “One Dance” and “Hold On, We’re Going Home.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news But that’s not what the decorated producer wants to focus on. In the last year, he has been pivoting from forefront to background, working alongside dvsn partner Daniel Daley on the duo’s upcoming album, and developing artists, w...
