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Dua Lipa hints at new collaboration with the late Pop Smoke
Dua Lipa has hinted that she’s set to release a new collaboration with the late Pop Smoke next week. The Brooklyn drill star – whose real name was Bashar Barakah Jackson – was shot and killed during a home invasion in Los Angeles in February 2020. He was 20 years old. READ MORE: A year after his death, Pop Smoke’s influence lives on in drill scenes across the globe A second posthumous album from the rapper is set to be released next week (July 16), and Dua Lipa has now teased a release with the late star involving her 2018...
Listen to Romy cover ‘The Rhythm of the Night’ and ‘You’re Not Alone’ for special Pride live session
Romy has covered Corona’s ‘The Rhythm of the Night’ and Olive’s ‘You’re Not Alone’ for a special live session for Apple Music to celebrate Pride 2021. The xx guitarist and solo musician has mashed up the two tracks as part of a new three-song set for the streaming service which went online today (July 9). READ MORE: The xx’s Romy shows her true colours with new solo song ‘Lifetime’, a masterclass in pandemic pop Romy said in an accompanying statement that both ‘The Rhythm of The Night’ and ‘You’re Not Alone’ “remind me of when I was about 17...
Bop Shop: Songs From Lolo Zouaï, Mariah The Scientist, Taylor Swift, And More
The search for the ever-elusive “bop” is difficult. Playlists and streaming-service recommendations can only do so much. They often leave a lingering question: Are these songs really good, or are they just new? Enter Bop Shop, a hand-picked selection of songs from the MTV News team. This weekly collection doesn’t discriminate by genre and can include anything — it’s a snapshot of what’s on our minds and what sounds good. We’ll keep it fresh with the latest music, but expect a few oldies (but goodies) every once in a while, too. Get ready: The Bop Shop is now open for business. Lolo...
Madonna says Britney Spears’ conservatorship is “slavery”: “Give this woman her life back”
Madonna has likened Britney Spears‘ conservatorship to “slavery”, becoming the latest high-profile figure to criticise the controversial arrangement. The Queen of Pop voiced her support for Spears on Instagram by sharing a photo of herself wearing a T-shirt with Britney’s name on it. READ MORE: Britney Spears’ court appearance was a display of her strength, and the power of #FreeBritney She captioned the image: “Give this woman her life back. Slavery was abolished so long ago! Death to the greedy patriarchy that has been doing this to women for centuries. This is a violation of human rights! Britney we coming...
Billie Eilish Tackles Stalkers And Privacy In Dark ‘NDA’ Video
Billie Eilish released her newest single “NDA,” from her sophomore album Happier Than Ever, on Friday (July 9) — along with an eerie self-directed music video. And astonishingly, no visuals or stunt doubles were used. The video depicts Billie walking alone on a highway in the dark night, with deep synth bass beats and plucky strings to evoke a creepy atmosphere. Occasionally, cars race past her, causing Billie to become distressed. The bass grows even more intense and aggressive during the event of the chorus. At one point, a group of dark shadowy figures follow and stalk behind her....
DMA’s forced to reschedule more UK and Ireland tour dates
DMA’s have been forced to once again reschedule a host of their upcoming UK and Ireland tour dates. The Australian band had initially hoped to tour on these shores in 2020, before the dates were moved to April this year due to the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. However, due to continuing coronavirus restrictions, the gigs were then moved to this summer with a headline tour planned for October. READ MORE: DMA’S – ‘THE GLOW’ review: a hyper-charged record of dance and decadence from the evolving Sydney trio While their previously announced October headline tour dates remain unaffected, DMA’s...
Sam Fender on cancel culture: “If you’re not admitting you have flaws, you’re a fucking psychopath”
Sam Fender has spoken about cancel culture, criticising how it’s predicated on people being perfect. READ MORE: Sam Fender – “This album is probably the best thing I’ve done in my life” The singer-songwriter, who this week announced details of his new album ‘Seventeen Going Under’, told NME in his Big Read cover interview that he is uncomfortable with the way people sharpen their pitchforks without recognising nuance and flaws. “I didn’t want to start on ‘cancel culture’ because I don’t want to sound like Piers Morgan I fucking hate that cunt,” said Fender, when asked by NME...
Billie Eilish on her “much better” second album: “I feel so much more confident and happy”
Billie Eilish has opened up about her new album ‘Happier Than Ever‘, explaining that it’s a “much better” record than her debut thanks to greater creativity and personal contentment. READ MORE: Billie Eilish on the cover – Album Of The Year: 2019 was hers The pop star, who releases her second album on July 30, said in a new interview that therapy has aided her creative process, leading to the best music of her career so far. She told Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1: “It’s much better . I mean...
Listen to Khalid Gad’s First Game
Khalid Gad is a 27-year-old Berlin-based Hip-Hop artist rising to the spotlight with a new track titled “First Game.” The artist with a German father and an Egyptian mother, thus exposing him to a multicultural environment. Hopping between Egypt, Germany, and Malaysia, Khalid’s creativity has boosted through the roof. The artist describes his musical genres as a mix of R&B, Rap, and Trap Music. “First Game” is the first single from his upcoming debut album, which is making all the waves. The song is a thrilling sonic blend of melodic rap and fast-paced Hip-Hop. His vocals perfectly transmit the...Recent Posts
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