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Morris 'B.B.' Dickerson, Founding Member of War, Dies at 71
Billboard - 4 Apr 2021 02:53
B.B. Dickerson, a founding member of the band War, has died at the age of 71.
'Counter-Strike' cheating is now under FBI investigation
NME - 4 Apr 2021 13:45
Arrests could be made in the next few weeks The post ‘Counter-Strike’ cheating is now under FBI investigation appeared first on NME.
Jay-Z shares statement following legalisation of cannabis in New York
NME - 4 Apr 2021 13:24
The rapper, who has his own marijuana brand, called the news "incredibly exciting" The post Jay-Z shares statement following legalisation of cannabis in New York appeared first on NME.
Mariah Carey's COVID-19 Vaccine Has Her Hitting a High Note
Billboard - 4 Apr 2021 03:43
Mariah Carey brought her fans with her to get the COVID-19 vaccine -- virtually, of course.
Taylor Swift unveils tracklisting for 'Fearless (Taylor's Version)'
NME - 4 Apr 2021 00:36
The first of her re-recordings projects features two collaborations with Keith Urban The post Taylor Swift unveils tracklisting for ‘Fearless (Taylor’s Version)’ appeared first on NME.
Chance the Rapper, Ja Rule, Missy Elliott & More Pray for DMX Amid Hospitalization
Billboard - 4 Apr 2021 00:19
Artists are sending prayers DMX's way after the rapper was admitted to a New York hospital following a reported overdose.
Alice Cooper reveals his first experience with drugs was with Jimi Hendrix
NME - 4 Apr 2021 11:30
It also involved a vibrating bed which Hendrix referred to as "a spaceship" The post Alice Cooper reveals his first experience with drugs was with Jimi Hendrix appeared first on NME.
Listen to Kodak Black's new song 'Easter In Miami'
NME - 4 Apr 2021 23:43
It's the rapper's latest post-prison release The post Listen to Kodak Black's new song 'Easter In Miami' appeared first on NME.
Livestreams & Virtual Concerts to Watch: Week of April 5
Billboard - 4 Apr 2021 23:29
From U2 to Jamey Johnson and beyond, here are the livestream and virtual concerts to check out the week of April 5-11.
The Weeknd Donates $1 Million for Hunger Relief in Ethiopia
Billboard - 4 Apr 2021 23:22
The Weeknd announced he is donating $1 million that will go toward two million meals to those in need of food aid amid the ongoing conflict in Ethiopia.
Rod Wave Scores First No. 1 Album With 'SoulFly'
Complex - 4 Apr 2021 23:16
Rod Wave's 'SoulFly' debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, marking the Florida native's best debut, after his 2020 effort, 'Pray 4 Love,' clocked in at No. 2.
'Godzilla vs. Kong' sets new pandemic box office record
NME - 4 Apr 2021 23:00
The blockbuster has raked in millions, despite streaming on HBO Max at the same time it was released in cinemas The post 'Godzilla vs. Kong' sets new pandemic box office record appeared first on NME.
The Weeknd donates $1million to help hunger relief efforts in Ethopia
NME - 4 Apr 2021 22:24
Conflict in the country has impacted on harvests, leaving many areas nearing famine The post The Weeknd donates $1million to help hunger relief efforts in Ethopia appeared first on NME.
AI software writes new Nirvana and Amy Winehouse songs to raise awareness for mental health support
NME - 4 Apr 2021 21:50
The programme has created "new" tracks by other stars who died at 27 for the project The post AI software writes new Nirvana and Amy Winehouse songs to raise awareness for mental health support appeared first on NME.
Fans Choose BTS' 'Film Out' as This Week's Favorite New Music
Billboard - 4 Apr 2021 21:48
BTS' latest song "Film Out" has topped this week's new music poll.
Queen Naija Speaks Out Amid Backlash from Forthcoming New Song "Set Him Up" f/ Ari Lennox
Complex - 4 Apr 2021 21:23
Queen Naija has fired back at critics who aren't happy about her Ari Lennox collaboration, due to previous comments Naija has made that many deem colorist.
The Weeknd Donates $1 Million to Relief Efforts in Ethiopia
Rolling Stone - 4 Apr 2021 21:19
"My heart breaks for my people of Ethiopia as innocent civilians ranging from small children to the elderly are being senselessly murdered," wrote Abel Tesfaye, the son of Ethiopian immigrants
Rod Wave Earns First No. 1 Album on Billboard 200 Chart With 'SoulFly'
Billboard - 4 Apr 2021 21:00
Rod Wave earns his first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart with 'SoulFly,' while NF, Carrie Underwood, Young Dolph & Key Glock and AJR all debut in the top 10.
RATT Singer STEPHEN PEARCY: How The Reunion With BOBBY BLOTZER Came About
Blabbermouth - 4 Apr 2021 20:48
Stephen Pearcy was joined by his former bandmate Bobby Blotzer during the RATT singer's livestream concert on Friday, April 2 from the world-famous Whisky A Go Go on the Sunset Strip. Asked in a new interview with "The H...
Carrie Underwood Delivers a Powerful Easter Concert
Billboard - 4 Apr 2021 20:26
Carrie Underwood gifted fans not with chocolate bunnies and colorful eggs for Easter, but a powerful yet peaceful virtual concert for a good cause on April 4.
Cher Responds After Backlash Over Tweet About Saving George Floyd: 'I Know My Heart'
Billboard - 4 Apr 2021 20:21
Cher is apologizing to those she offended with a controversial tweet about George Floyd's death.
Performing Arts Make a Cautious Return in New York
The New York Times - 4 Apr 2021 20:05
More than a year after the pandemic abruptly shuttered theaters and concert halls across the city, limited audiences were welcomed back inside.