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'Baby Driver' Actor Hudson Meek Dies at 16 After Falling from Moving Vehicle

Hudson Meek, the 16-year-old US actor, has passed away after falling from a moving vehicle in Alabama. The actor was a second-year student at Vestavia Hills High School. His family announced his death in an Instagram post, describing it as a “sudden and tragic loss”. “Our hearts are broken to share that Hudson Meek went home to be with Jesus tonight,” the post reads. “His 16 years on this earth were far too short, but he accomplished so much and significantly impacted everyone he met. “Spec

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Dec 28, 2024 — 1 min read

Beyoncé’s Christmas Day Halftime Show Is Coming to Netflix as a Special

The Beyhive will soon be able to stream Beyoncé Bowl as much as they'd like. If you were too busy celebrating with loved ones on Christmas Day to catch Beyoncé‘s NFL Halftime Show performance during the game between the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on Wednesday (Dec. 25), fear not: You’ll soon be able to stream it whenever and as often as you’d like. Netflix announced after the 32-time Grammy winner’s performance that her set, dubbed Beyoncé Bowl, is coming to the streami

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Dec 27, 2024 — 2 min read

Kendrick Lamar Under Increasing Pressure After Beyoncé's Halftime Show

All eyes were on Kendrick Lamar after NFL fans witnessed an epic halftime performance by the queen herself, Beyoncé. As a result, fans expressed their honest opinions about the upcoming performance of the iconic rapper, questioning whether he could pull off a show-stealing act like the "Single Ladies" singer did. During halftime of the Baltimore Ravens and Houston TexansChristmas Day game, the Grammy winner took center stage with an electrifying performance, even singing some songs from her al

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Dec 26, 2024 — 2 min read

Doechii Delivers a Powerful “Denial Is A River” Performance Featuring Issa Rae

Doechii has capped off the year with an unforgettable performance of “Denial Is A River” featuring Issa Rae. For Genius’ Open Mic series, the Alligator Bites Never Heal rapper teamed up with the original “Awkward Black Girl” for a live therapy session. The theatrical song hears Doechii rap, as Rae interjects with questions like: “Why don’t you just tell me what’s been goin’ on?” and asking if she’s using drugs. The live performance has been making rounds especially since Doechii first rapped i

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Dec 25, 2024 — 1 min read

Brazilian Judge Orders Removal of Adele Song Over Copyright Allegations

A Brazil court has ordered that a song by British singer, Adele, be removed from radio and all streaming platforms globally over alleged copyright. The judge, Vitctor Torres gave the judgment after a Brazil local composer, Toninho Geraes accused Adele of copying works from his 1995 album. Toninho Geraes claimed that Adele’s 2015 song ‘Million Years Ago’, was copied from his 1996 classic, ‘Mulheres’, sung by Martinho da Vila, a Brazilian singer. Geraes is suing for lost royalties, demanding $1

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Dec 21, 2024 — 1 min read

Spotify Fires Back at Drake’s Legal Claims, Denies Boosting Kendrick Lamar’s Song

The rapper claims Spotify helped UMG boost Kendrick's "Not Like Us," but Spotify now says the action is a "subversion" of the legal system and never should have been filed. Spotify is firing back at Drake’s accusations that the streamer helped Universal Music Group artificially boost Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us,” calling the allegations “false” and blasting the rapper’s legal action as a “subversion of the normal judicial process.” The new filing is the first response to a petition filed las

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Dec 20, 2024 — 3 min read

Beyoncé Becomes the Most RIAA-Certified Female Artist in History

Beyoncé, has become the most certified female artist of all time by the Recording Industry Association of America, RIAA. She earned the most RIAA-certified titles of all time by a female artist after a couple of her songs recently received certifications, bringing her total to 103. “Crowning achievement! Congratulations to @Beyonce, who now holds the record for the most certified titles for a female artist in RIAA history, including her first two Diamond singles! @parkwood @columbiarecords,”

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Dec 20, 2024 — 1 min read

Alicia Keys Named 2025 Recipient of Dr. Dre Global Impact Award

Alicia Keys is set to be honored at the fourth annual Recording Academy Honors, ahead of the 2025 Grammys, as the recipient of the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award. The award was established in 2023 to “recognize artists whose influence extends far beyond music” and “celebrate not only musical excellence but also entrepreneurial achievements, philanthropic efforts and a profound impact on a global scale.” When speaking on Keys as this year’s honoree, Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy,

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Dec 20, 2024 — 1 min read

Snoop Dogg Reveals He Apologized To Kendrick Lamar After Posting Drake Diss

"I got the message. I apologize, I was f**ked up. My bad." Snoop Dogg admitted that he apologized to Kendrick Lamar after he posted Drake‘s diss song, “Taylor Made Freestyle,” on his Instagram. During an interview with The Bootleg Kev Podcast, Snoop spoke about Drizzy’s AI-driven diss track, which featured artificial vocals from the West Coast legend alongside 2Pac. After Snoop reposted the video to his Instagram, many fans saw the act as a swing of support for Aubrey. However, the Missionary

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Dec 19, 2024 — 3 min read

The Weeknd Shines at Spotify’s ‘Billions Club Live,’ Confirms New Album, Tour, and Movie in 2025

The Weeknd kicked off 2024 making streaming history and is ending it doing the same. On Tuesday evening (December 17), the Canadian hitmaker (born Abel Tesfaye) took the stage at Santa Monica’s Barker Hangar for Spotify’s inaugural Billions Club Live concert. The event celebrated Tesfaye’s achievement as the artist with the most songs surpassing 1 billion streams on the platform. Over a 70-minute set Tesfaye cranked out live renditions of his biggest hits including ‘Starboy,’ ‘Call Out My Nam

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Dec 19, 2024 — 1 min read

Guinness World Records Announces First Song to Hit One Billion Spotify Streams

Guinness World Records (GWR) has officially recognized the first song to surpass one billion streams on Spotify. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), GWR revealed that “One Dance” by Drake, featuring Wizkid and Kyla, released in 2016, has become the first song to surpass one billion streams on Spotify. The tweet reads: “The first song to reach one billion streams on Spotify was ‘One Dance’ by Drake, Wizkid, and Kyla.”View the tweet here. “One Dance” was a groundbreaking success upon re

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Dec 17, 2024 — 1 min read

Timberland Unveils Another Exclusive Notorious B.I.G. Collaboration

It’s been thirty years since The Notorious B.I.G. dropped his seminal album, Ready To Die , and to celebrate the moment, his footwear brand of choice, Timberland, is dropping their second Biggie-inspired collaboration with Foot Locker Europe, following their first drop in September. Biggie’s approach to style was, much like his music, a unique blend of the rugged and the smooth that has since become iconic—think signature medusa shades and colourful lounge knitwear mixed with army jackets and o

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Dec 14, 2024 — 3 min read

Smokey Robinson and Halle Bailey to host ‘A Motown Christmas’ special honoring the label’s legacy

Smokey Robinson and Halle Bailey — bridging Motown’s old and new school — are lending their voices during a holiday special to honor the groundbreaking record label that changed music forever. Robinson and Bailey will host “A Motown Christmas,” a special that will celebrate Motown’s iconic music and influence on American culture. The show will include solo performances, duets and group medleys. The show will include an all-star lineup including Robinson, Bailey, Gladys Knight,Andra Day, The Te

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Dec 13, 2024 — 3 min read

Jamie Foxx finally Reveals that a Stroke caused his Medical Scare.

In his new Netflix comedy special, What Had Happened Was, Jamie Foxx opens up about the terrifying medical emergency that left him hospitalized and fighting for his life in 2023. Returning to the stage with an electrifying “I’m back!” as he danced to the crowd's cheers, Foxx revealed the ordeal began just 400 yards from the Atlanta theater where the special was filmed, at Piedmont Hospital. cmon G, it's J! 🎤 Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was... is now playing only on Netflix! pic.twitter.com/

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Dec 10, 2024 — 3 min read

Jamie Foxx Opens Up About Near-Death Experience in Upcoming Netflix Special

Jamie Foxx is sharing details about the life-threatening health scare he experienced last year in his forthcoming Netflix stand-up special, What Had Happened Was. According to CNN, which spoke with attendees of the October taping, Foxx revealed new insights about his diagnosis, recovery, and the harrowing moments that followed. Demecos Chambers, a long-time fan who attended the event, recounted Foxx's story. "He passed out and remembered waking up—it was a near-death experience," Chambers share

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Dec 7, 2024 — 2 min read

"Gladiator II: Bridging the Legacy of the Original Epic"

Ridley Scott's first Gladiator movie may not feature a show-stopping performance from Denzel Washington as a scheming, robe-swishing arms dealer, but the Best Picture winner does include a number of plot points that play a significant role in the long-awaited sequel. Nearly 25 years after Scott's Russell Crowe-led tale of Roman General Maximus Decimus Meridius' quest for vengeance against Joaquin Phoenix's Commodus, the corrupt emperor who murdered his family and sent him into slavery, Gladiato

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Nov 24, 2024 — 2 min read

Wicked' Soars to No. 1 with $114M Opening Weekend, Setting Records for a Musical Adaptation

'Wicked' Soars to No. 1 with $114M Opening Weekend, Setting Records for a Musical Adaptation Universal's highly anticipated adaptation of Wicked has enchanted audiences, debuting at No. 1 in North America with a massive $114 million from 3,888 theaters over the weekend. This dazzling performance makes Wicked the third-biggest domestic debut of the year, trailing only Deadpool & Wolverine ($211 million) and Inside Out 2 ($154 million). The film, which adapts Act One of the beloved Broadway musi

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Nov 24, 2024 — 2 min read

Charli XCX Unveils Dates for Her 2025 Four-City North American Brat Arena Tour

The short spring tour will make stops in Austin, Minneapolis, Chicago, and Brooklyn. Charli XCX Extends Brat Era With Spring 2025 Arena Tour Charli XCX is bringing her Brat energy into spring! The pop sensation announced her first-ever solo U.S. arena tour, Charli XCX – Brat 2025 – Arena Tour, set to span five dates across major cities in April and May 2025. The tour kicks off on April 22 at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas, followed by stops at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, a

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Nov 23, 2024 — 2 min read

The Grammy Nominees are in for 2025

The 2025 Grammy nominations reflect an exciting mix of established stars and new talent, with artists like Beyoncé, Charli XCX, and Billie Eilish leading in major categories. Here are the highlights for the key categories: 1. Record of the Year: This category includes "Texas Hold 'Em" by Beyoncé, "Birds of a Feather" by Billie Eilish, and "Fortnight" by Taylor Swift featuring Post Malone, among others. 2. Album of the Year: Nominees include André 3000's New Blue Sun, Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter,

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Nov 9, 2024 — 32 min read