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Boney M founder Frank Farian dies, aged 82
NME - 23 Jan 2024 15:30
The German producer was behind hits like 'Rasputin' and 'Daddy Cool' The post Boney M founder Frank Farian dies, aged 82 appeared first on NME.
Lawyers use Snoop Dogg's Super Bowl performance to prove Young Thug isn't in a gang
NME - 23 Jan 2024 23:36
Thugger is currently in the midst of his RICO trial The post Lawyers use Snoop Dogg’s Super Bowl performance to prove Young Thug isn’t in a gang appeared first on NME.
Chris Martin sang song about Manila's "insane" traffic after President took helicopter to Coldplay gig
NME - 23 Jan 2024 22:25
"We've seen some traffic, but I think you have the number one in the world" The post Chris Martin sang song about Manila’s “insane” traffic after President took helicopter to Coldplay gig appeared first on NME.
'Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth' review: Hawaiian adventure offers everything under the sun
NME - 23 Jan 2024 17:00
Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio delivers a role-playing masterclass, bursting at the seams with stuff to do The post ‘Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth’ review: Hawaiian adventure offers everything under the sun appeared first on ...
Braids' Taylor Bonner Smith Shares Ambient Solo EP Bog
Stereogum - 23 Jan 2024 20:13
Taylor Bonner Smith is a member of the esteemed Montréal electronic pop trio Braids, whose 2023 album Euphoric Recall is seriously worth your time. But Bonner Smith makes solo music too, including a new EP out today cal...
Heems - "Accent" (Feat. Saul Williams)
Stereogum - 23 Jan 2024 18:33
It’s been way too long since we’ve heard from Himanshu Suri, better known as Heems, the New York rapper who was once a member of both Das Racist and Swet Shop Boys. (I don’t know if Swet Shop Boys ever actually bro...
Cillian Murphy responds to first ever Oscar nomination for 'Oppenheimer'
NME - 23 Jan 2024 22:14
"I feel really privileged and I feel really lucky to be in a film that's connected with people" The post Cillian Murphy responds to first ever Oscar nomination for ‘Oppenheimer’ appeared first on NME.
André 3000 Announces New Blue Sun Tour Dates
Rolling Stone - 23 Jan 2024 21:11
The tour runs from Jan. 29 to March 9, with multiple-day stops in San Francisco, California, and Brooklyn, New York
Harlan Coben doesn't believe you guessed the twist in 'Fool Me Once'
NME - 23 Jan 2024 20:52
"I think the ending of 'Fool Me Once' is probably the biggest twist we've done to date" The post Harlan Coben doesn’t believe you guessed the twist in ‘Fool Me Once’ appeared first on NME.
Ex-DREAM THEATER Drummer MIKE MANGINI Says He Had No Advance Notice On MIKE PORTNOY's Return: It Was 'Immediate'
Blabbermouth - 23 Jan 2024 19:31
In a new interview with Chris Akin Presents..., former DREAM THEATER drummer Mike Mangini was asked if he had any "advance notice" that the band's original drummer Mike Portnoy would return to the group last fall or if i...
The Killers announce 'Hot Fuss' 20th anniversary Las Vegas residency
NME - 23 Jan 2024 17:06
The shows will see the band play their seminal debut album in its entirety for the first time ever The post The Killers announce ‘Hot Fuss’ 20th anniversary Las Vegas residency appeared first on NME.
'Barbie' fans furious over Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie Oscars snubs
NME - 23 Jan 2024 16:44
Robbie and Gerwig missed out on the Best Actress and Best Director nominations respectively The post ‘Barbie’ fans furious over Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie Oscars snubs appeared first on NME.
Ex-SLIPKNOT Drummer JAY WEINBERG To Play With INFECTIOUS GROOVES At Australia's BYRON BAY BLUESFEST
Blabbermouth - 23 Jan 2024 23:58
Former SLIPKNOT drummer Jay Weinberg will sit behind the kit for INFECTIOUS GROOVES when they play this year's Byron Bay Bluesfest on April 1. Bluesfest's 35th anniversary edition will take place at its regular home of B...
Johnny Lee Miller says he didn't fully capitalise on 'Trainspotting' success
NME - 23 Jan 2024 23:47
"I was secretly ambitious, but I didn't really know how to execute that or take advantage of certain opportunities" The post Johnny Lee Miller says he didn't fully capitalise on ‘Trainspotting’ success appeared first...
Lovers & Friends 2024: Usher, Janet Jackson, Backstreet Boys to Headline
Rolling Stone - 23 Jan 2024 23:46
Lil Wayne will be performing The Carter III, while Gwen Stefani, Snoop Dogg, Nelly Furtado, Mary J. Blige, Nas, Alicia Keys, and more are scheduled to appear on May 4
What Does Ariana Grande's 'Yes, And?' Debut Tell Us About Her Upcoming Album Cycle?
Billboard - 23 Jan 2024 23:35
In this week's Five Burning Questions, the new single (and new sound) from Grande results in her sixth No. 1 hit of the decade.
Johnny Marr reacts to Smiths' track being used at Trump rallies
NME - 23 Jan 2024 23:34
"Consider this shit shut right down right now" The post Johnny Marr reacts to Smiths’ track being used at Trump rallies appeared first on NME.
Frank Farian, Founder of Milli Vanilli and Boney M, Dead at 82
Rolling Stone - 23 Jan 2024 23:18
"His music will live on. We can never deny the happiness and joy it brought into this world," Milli Vanilli's Fab Morvan said in a statement
YFN Lucci Pleads Guilty to Gang Charge Ahead of Trial
The New York Times - 23 Jan 2024 23:17
The rapper was part of an indictment brought by the district attorney in Fulton County, Ga., who is pursuing a separate racketeering case against Young Thug and YSL.
METALLICA's KIRK HAMMETT And GIBSON Unveil 1989 Les Paul Custom, A Recreated Version Of His Guitar
Blabbermouth - 23 Jan 2024 23:12
For 130 years, Gibson has shaped sound across generations and genres of music, becoming one of the most relevant, played, and loved guitar brands around the world. Gibson Custom Shop is proud to unveil its next global re...
Usher, Janet Jackson & Backstreet Boys Set to Headline Lovers & Friends Festival 2024
Billboard - 23 Jan 2024 23:09
Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg, Gwen Stefani, Nas, Alicia Keys, Nelly Furtado, Ludacris, Mary J. Blige, Ciara, TLC and Timbaland are also among the many names on the performers lineup.
Hipgnosis Songs Fund Board Says Investment Advisor Refuses to 'Unconditionally' Remove Call Option
Billboard - 23 Jan 2024 23:09
The owner of rights to songs by Neil Young, Shakira, Journey and more will hold an extraordinary general meeting to address shareholders' concerns.