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Saigon ft. Kool G Rap “MF Effect,” YelloPain ft. Sevyn Streeter “My Vote Will Count” & More | Daily Visuals 9.29.20
Source: Dimitrios Kambouris / Getty There was a time in the early 00’s when it seemed like Saigon was poised to become one of Hip-Hop’s heavyweights and though things didn’t work out exactly as planned, the man can still spit bars with the best of them. Almost two decades after linking up with Kool G Rap on his fan favorite cut “The Letter P,” Sai and G Rap reconnect for “MF Effect” in which the Brooklyn rapper and Queens legend make the most of words that start with the letters “M” and F.” That Kool G Rap puppet is pretty damn cool, b. From the East to the Midwest, YelloPain is out here educating listeners on the importance of their vote in this election year and for his Sevyn Streeter assisted “My Vote Will Count” breaks down why everyone needs to get to the ballot box and make their voi...
Celebrities Flood Twitter With Reactions to First Presidential Debate
Democratic nominee Joe Biden and President Donald Trump faced off on Tuesday night (Sept. 29) for the first general election presidential debate of 2020. Moderated by Fox News’ Chris Wallace, the debate covered a variety of topics pertinent to the United States amid a particularly tumultuous year, including the Supreme Court, COVID-19, the economy, race and violence in our cities, and the integrity of the election. As Biden and Trump threw more and more verbal punches and the debate stage heated up, so did the Twittersphere, with a number of celebrities sharing their thoughts on what the candidates had to say, including John Legend, 50 Cent, Sara Bareilles and more. See below. The debate confirms we have indeed entered the Apocalypse… of the ego. —...
Helen Reddy, Voice of the Feminist Anthem ‘I Am Woman,’ Dies at 78
Helen Reddy, the Australian activist and powerful voice of the 1972 feminist anthem “I Am Woman,” died Tuesday (Sept. 29), according to a statement from her family. The hitmaker was 78 years old. “It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Helen Reddy, on the afternoon of September 29th 2020 in Los Angeles,” her children Traci and Jordan shared via Facebook. “She was a wonderful Mother, Grandmother and a truly formidable woman. Our hearts are broken. But we take comfort in the knowledge that her voice will live on forever.” Reddy charted 20 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart in her lifetime, including three No. 1s: the Grammy Award-winning “I Am Woman” (which she co-wrote with Ray Burton), “Delta Dawn” and “Angie B...
What Does Justin Bieber’s ‘Holy’ Mean for His Next Move?
As Justin Bieber’s “Holy” arrives at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 – marking his 20th top 10 hit – what does the single mean for the pop star’s next move? Bieber himself has called “Holy” the beginning of a “new era,” and he’s currently at work on recording a new studio album. (It’s “some of the best music I’ve made,” Bieber said in a livestream recently.) So, what might “Holy” suggest for the sound of the new project? On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast (listen below), the team discusses if the enlightened sound of “Holy,” where Bieber sings “the way you hold me … feels so holy” points to a specific genre or sound on the upcoming project. Will it be a continuation of the journey Bieber began with his recent album, Changes, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 earlier in the year...
Mac Davis, Iconic Artist & Elvis Songwriter, Dies at 78
Mac Davis, renowned for writing such hits as “In the Ghetto” and “A Little Less Conversation” for Elvis Presley, as well as commanding his own five-decade career that spanned the stage and big and small screen, died Tuesday night (Sept. 29) following heart surgery. He was 78. “Mac Davis has been my client for over 40 years, and, more importantly, my best friend,” Davis’ longtime manager Jim Morey said, in announcing his death. “He was a music legend, but his most important work was that as a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. I will miss laughing about our misadventures on the road and his insightful sense of humor. In addition to Presley, among the artists who recorded Davis’ compositions were Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton, Glen Campbell, Tom Jones and Johnny Cash. But the Gramm...
A$AP Rocky, Tyler The Creator And Iggy Pop Star In New Gucci Menswear Campaign
Source: Courtesy of Harmony Korine for Gucci / Courtesy of Harmony Korine for Gucci Hip-Hop continues to be embraced by luxury companies. One fashion house has tapped into two of the culture’s biggest stars for their new collection. Source: Courtesy of Harmony Korine for Gucci / Courtesy of Harmony Korine for Gucci As spotted on GQ A$AP Rocky and Tyler The Creator were spoiled to a very unique time courtesy of Gucci. Along with Rock musician Iggy Pop, the two rappers were chosen to star in the Italian brand’s newest campaign. The visuals coincide with their newest menswear drop that envisions a meeting of eccentric creatives in a Californian home. And as a nod to Italy spaghetti is the sole dish on the menu. Each performer is sporting pieces from the Gucci Tailoring drop. The looks va...
Consequence Reveals Lupus Diagnosis
Source: Scott Dudelson / Getty Legendary MC and honorary A Tribe Called Quest member Consequence has revealed he has been diagnosed with lupus. According to HipHopDx, the veteran MC announced his diagnosis to fans during a listening session for his new EP, Things Are Different Now, via Zoom on Monday (September 28). During the live streaming event, the “Disperse”, who had already been diagnosed previously with Type II diabetes, revealed that the diagnosis came after he couldn’t figure out what was going on with his health and feared it was COVID-19. While explaining the significance of each song, it was while playing his single, “Lost In A Million”, when Consequence reportedly explained how he ultimately figured out he had lupus. “Around October 2019, I was overseeing the mixes for Kanye’s...
Jeezy To Host “Worth a Conversation With Jay ‘Jeezy’ Jenkins” Talk Show On Fox Soul
Source: Bernard Smalls / @PhotosByBeanz One of Rap’s shining stars is bossing up for his birthday. Jeezy is now taking his talents to the media game. As spotted on Hip-Hop N More the trapper turned rapper is doing it very big in celebration of his special day. On Monday, September 28 the Atlanta MC announced that he will be transitioning to being an on air personality. He made the formal announcement on his Instagram account. He opened the caption with “Happy G Day To Me. Another year, Another endeavor.” “It has been my passion and my drive to inspire, motivate and educate my culture. Every song I’ve ever written, every word I’ve uttered came from a real place and this is no different. Worth A Conversation, is self explanatory” he explained. “I will talk about issues that d...
Helen Reddy, ‘I Am Woman’ Singer, Dies at 78
Helen Reddy, the singer best known for the feminist anthem “I Am Woman,” has died at the age of 78. Reddy’s children confirmed the news on Reddy’s verified Facebook page. “It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Helen Reddy, on the afternoon of September 29th 2020 in Los Angeles. She was a wonderful Mother, Grandmother and a truly formidable woman. Our hearts are broken. But we take comfort in the knowledge that her voice will live on forever,” the statement read. Statement from Traci and Jordan It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Helen… Posted by Helen Reddy Official Fan Page on Tuesday, September 29, 2020 Born Oct. 25, 1941 in Melbourne, Reddy had 20 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, including the aforemen...
Daft Punk’s Iconic “TRON: Legacy” Soundtrack Receives Deluxe Vinyl Reissue by Mondo
As rumors around Disney’s Tron 3 continue to swirl around the mythos of Daft Punk, the duo’s iconic soundtrack from 2010’s TRON: Legacy has received a special deluxe vinyl reissue from Mondo. Known for its limited edition comics, vinyl pressings, rare VHS releases, and screen printed posters, Mondo is one of the most renowned pop culture lifestyle companies in the nation. Their brand new vinyl reissue of the legendary duo’s TRON: Legacy soundtrack is nothing short of breathtaking. Featuring exquisite custom artwork by British illustrator Matt Taylor, Mondo’s record is housed in a spot-varnished die-cut O-Card and pressed on 2x 180-gram colored vinyl. The vinyl contains Daft Punk’s entire original score in addition ...
Hyundai Reveals 800-HP, Electric Mid-Motor RM20e Sports Car
It seems like yesterday when we drove the midship Veloster N RM19 prototype around the Nürburgring and closer to home at the California Proving Ground. Now, Hyundai has further refined its mid-engine sports car, with the latest iteration pumping out more than 800 horsepower from an electric powertrain. Once again based on—and vaguely shaped like—the Veloster N hot hatchback, the Hyundai RM20e features an electric motor with 810 ponies, to be exact. This makes it significantly more potent than the RM19 with its 385-hp 2.0-liter gas engine. Peak torque skyrockets to 708 lb-ft, and Hyundai estimates the rear-wheel-drive prototype will zip from 0-62 mph in less than three seconds and on to 124 mph in 9.88 seconds. The new model is a follow-up to the Veloster N eTCR, Hyundai’s first elect...
2021 Ford F-150 Power, Towing, and Payload Capabilities Detailed
Ford has finally dropped a truckload of detailed information about its new-for-2021 F-150 pickup. How much does the 2021 Ford F-150 tow? How much can it haul? How powerful are its engines? We now have the maximum payload and towing capacities for each of the F-150’s six available powertrains, along with how much power each one makes. Let’s go through the lot, step by step: See all 19 photos 2021 Ford F-150: Engine Outputs The 2021 F-150 offers six powertrains: A 3.3-liter V-6, a twin-turbo 2.7-liter EcoBoost V-6, a twin-turbo 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6, a gasoline-electric hybrid based around the aforementioned 3.5-liter six (dubbed PowerBoost), a turbo-diesel 3.0-liter V-6, and finally a traditional 5.0-liter V-8. Here is a breakdown of each powertrain and its output. Note th...
