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Deftones Guitarist Stephen Carpenter Favors Conspiracy Theories Over Science
You know that old saying about how it’s better to keep your mouth shut and let people think you’re stupid rather than opening it and proving them right? Well, perhaps Deftones guitarist Stephen Carpenter had never heard it before. In an episode of the podcast Tin Foil Hat With Sam Tripoli (which features the comedian chatting with various high-profile conspiracy theorists), Carpenter seems to have pretty much confirmed his belief in every common debunked conspiracy theory across the internet, as well as a few lesser-known ones. Without going too in-depth about his level of disdain for science and common sense (which Theprp.com transcribed for those looking to read several hundred words of this lunacy), the rocker managed to cover Flat Earth Theory, his anti-vax beliefs, why the...
Megan Thee Stallion to Bring Good News on Debut Album
There’s been speculation over when Megan Thee Stallion would be releasing her new album, but that stops now. The rapper, who has had huge singles with her Cardi B collab “WAP,” “Savage,” and last year’s “Hot Girl Summer,” will release her debut album next Friday (Nov. 20). Titled Good News, Megan previously released Suga, an EP, back in March. The EP featured “Savage,” which was later released as a remix with none other than Beyoncé. “Hotties , I first want to say thank you for riding with me, growing with me, and staying down with me since my first mixtape Rich Ratchet!,” Megan wrote in an Instagram post announcing the album Thursday. “Through this rough ass year we’ve all been having I felt like we could all use a lil bit of goo...
Who Should Win Best New Artist at the 2020 Latin Grammys? Vote!
The 21st annual Latin Grammys, led by 13-time nominee J Balvin, is officially a week away, and one of the coveted awards of the night is best new artist. This year, the Latin Recording Academy highlights 11 up-and-coming artists across the music spectrum, including Anuel AA, Rauw Alejandro, Mike Bahia, Nicki Nicole, Cazzu, Nathy Peluso, Pitizion, Conociendo Rusia, Soy Emilia, Kurt, and Wos. Returning with a “music makes us human” theme that highlights musical excellence and the power of music in times of despair, the event will also showcase diverse stories of hope, community, sense of purpose, and celebration. {“nid”:”9456846″,”type”:”post”,”title”:”Meet the 2020 Latin Grammy Best New Artist Nominees: Anuel AA, Nicki Nicole...
Latin Artist on the Rise: Nicki Nicole Goes From Rapping in the Streets of Argentina to Latin Grammy Nominee
Argentine trap artist Nicki Nicole is up for best new artist at this year’s Latin Grammys, sharing the eclectic category with heavy-hitter Anuel AA and fellow Argentine trap artist Cazzu, among others. The nod puts a spotlight on the 20-year-old newcomer, who has been turning heads for her slick rapping skills and fusion R&B and Latin trap. While she’s not a household name for many, she’s been recording music for the past three years, has charted on the Billboard Argentina 100 chart, and is a standout in Argentina’s trap scene, with songs including the uptempo “Colocao” and her latest single “Mala Vida.” Featured in our On the Rise panel during Latin Music Week, Nicki Nicole started freestyling in the streets of Argentina in her teen year...
Cardi B Apologizes for Appropriating Hindu Culture: ‘Maybe I Should Have Done My Research’
Cardi B was met with criticism this week after the release of her Footwear News November cover, in which the rapper is seen holding a red sneaker and depicted as the Hindu goddess Durga. Critics called out the star for cultural appropriation, deeming the cover inappropriate and accusing the rapper of mocking Hindu culture. | Cardi B in the exclusive photoshoot for Footwear News, shot by Jora Frantzis, posing with her Cardi x Reebok Club C sneakers. (1/3) — READ THE STORY: https://t.co/8XoCV45add pic.twitter.com/Knqx4KRRj6 — Cardi B Poland | Fan Account (@CardiPoland) November 10, 2020 Cardi took to her Instagram Story on Wednesday morning (Nov. 11) to apologize for any offense she caused. “When I did the Reebok shoot, the creatives told me I was going to represent a goddess, th...
David Guetta & Sia’s ‘Let’s Love’ Leads Dance/Mix Show Airplay Chart
David Guetta and Sia rise to No. 1 on Billboard’s Dance/Mix Show Airplay chart (dated Nov. 14) with “Let’s Love.” Guetta adds his ninth leader, the second-most since the chart’s August 2003 inaugural; only Calvin Harris and Rihanna have more, with 12 each. “Love” is Sia’s first Dance/Mix Show Airplay No. 1 among 15 charted titles, spanning back to “Clap Your Hands” (No. 23, 2010). She’d previously charted as high as No. 2 in 2012 as featured on Guetta’s “Titanium.” {“account_id”:”1125911414″,”id”:””,”title”:””,”featured_media”:””} Airplay leaders on “Love” include core-dance affiliates KMVQ-HD2 San Fr...
Zedd and Griff Announce “Inside Out” Remix Contest
The prize? An official release on Interscope. Calling all beatmakers—Zedd has announced a massive remix contest for “Inside Out,” his most recent single, which he created in collaboration with blossoming UK singer-songwriter Griff. Most remix contests offer lukewarm prizes, such as equipment bundles or SoundCloud reposts. However, Zedd and Griff’s competition flaunts a much larger reward. Three winning artists will receive an official release on Interscope, which, for young music producers, is a metaphorical white whale. To enter the contest, producers must join Zedd’s Discord channel, where they can download the “Inside Out” stems. From there, they will post a link to their remix from YouTube or SoundCloud in the #submissions channel. Only one submissio...
New Order’s Bernard Sumner Recovering From COVID-19
You can add New Order’s Bernard Sumner to the growing list of artists who have contracted COVID-19. In an interview with the Current, Sumner told Morning Show host Jill Riley that he’s recovering from the virus at his home in England. He said that he got the virus three weeks ago “My voice is a little bit gruff, but I was one of the lucky ones, I didn’t get it too bad,” he said. However, he said that he still can’t smell anything and felt “really fatigued” from it. He said that he had it for four days, then it went away for four days and when it came back, “it was more severe, but not too bad.” “It seems like Russian roulette,” he continued. “Like, you can get light symptoms, like me, or it can kill you. It’...
Boosie Badazz Mourns Loss Of Dallas Rapper Mo3
Source: @Saybrea / Radio One As the news of Dallas rapper Mo3 and his shooting death continues to spread, many are left wondering the motivations of the brazen daylight murder. Joining Mo3’s fans in mourning is Boosie Badazz, who took to Twitter to express his grief. In a series of tweets, Boosie Badazz, who worked closely with Mo3, real name Melvin Noble, which captured the massive sense of loss he must be feeling now. “Stop calling me n texting me. F*CK YOU HOES , N*GGAS n FAKE ASS FAMILY ALL YALL CAN SUCK MY D*CK ALL YALL GOT A MOTIVE FUCKING WOTH ME ANYWAY Man Suckad*ck,” read one tweet from Boosie Badazz on Wednesday (Nov. 11), but it isn’t known if this was related to the news of Mo3’s passing. His next tweet, however, was most certainly centered around ...
“Cool Grey” Air Jordan 11’s To Return In 2021
Source: Jordan Brand / NIke It’s finally happening! After years of sneakerheads calling for Jordan Brand to retro the fan favorite “Cool Grey” colorway of the classic Air Jordan 11 silhouette (the lows of the summer ’18 don’t count), it’s being confirmed that our cries have been answered and the Cool Grey 11’s will be dropping next year. According to Sneaker News, the long-awaited colorway is said to be next holiday season’s annual AJ XI release and man, it’s about damn time! Originally released in 2000 and retro released in 2010, many sneakerheads predicted the Cool Grey’s would drop in 2020 to keep the decade thing going, but instead we’re getting souped up Adapt versions of the Air Jordan 11’s and the 25th Anniversa...
Cardi B Quickly Apologizes After She Was Accused of “Mocking” Hindu Goddess Durga
Source: REEBOK / Reebok Cardi B was having herself a good ass week until she dropped one particular photo that made many folks mad at her. Things went left immediately for Bardi after she unveiled her new sneaker collection with Reebok in a cover feature with Footwear News. The news of Cardi’s new kicks was swiftly met with backlash becuase the cover photo featured the “Bodak Yellow’ taking cues from the Hindu goddess Durga giving her 10 arms while holding a pair of the new sneakers. Tweets accusing Cardi of disrespecting Hindu culture and calling for her to immediately apologize began to hit social media. One Twitter user wrote: “Cardi b did not pay “homage” to the Hindu goddess Durga by holding a shoe in her hand, this is plain disrespect and in no way cultural ap...
Metallica Cancel Tour, Lars Ulrich Predicts ‘Year At The Earliest’ Until Big Gigs Resume
As Metallica goes, so goes the world? Seemingly, as drummer Lars Ulrich recently told CNBC he believes it might be a year “at the earliest” before arena- and stadium-sized concerts return following worldwide pandemic shutdowns. To that end, Metallica just postponed a previously rescheduled tour of South America, with their official website stating, “It is with a heavy heart that we’re back in this space seven months later to announce that our South American tour dates scheduled for December of this year are once again being postponed due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. We’re working closely with our local promoter partners to re-schedule these shows for hopefully in late 2021 and will have an update for you soon.” In the CNBC interview, the drummer tried to offer a positive spin, s...
