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Megan Thee Stallion is inspiring college dropouts to return to their studies, says university program director
Megan Thee Stallion‘s recent graduation is inspiring college dropouts to return to their studies, says a program director from Texas Southern University. Speaking to TMZ yesterday (December 16), Dr. Monica Rasmus, the university’s program director for health administration, said that she’s had an influx of students reaching out and wanting to return college. READ MORE: The Big Read – Megan Thee Stallion: “I’m really working on my dynasty right now” Rasmus wasn’t able to provide hard data to accompany her claims, but said that the rise in interest from dropouts came after Megan publicly announced in 2020 that she was completing her studies...
Medical examiner rules Astroworld victims died of compression asphyxia
The Harris County Medical Examiner has ruled the deaths of ten people who died in a crowd crush at Travis Scott’s Astrowold festival at NRG Park in Houston, Texas, last month were caused by compression asphyxia. The report was released yesterday (December 16) and concluded that all ten deaths were accidental. Only one of the victims was found to have other contributing factors, cited as “combined toxic effects of cocaine, methamphetamine and ethanol”. Some 300 people were injured in the crowd surge, which occurred during Scott’s headline performance, with 25 hospitalised for their injuries. Victims were trapped by barricades...
Doja Cat discusses Dr. Luke: “I don’t think I need to work with him in the future”
Doja Cat has discussed her longstanding working relationship with producer Lukasz “Dr. Luke” Gottwald in a new interview, suggesting that their association may not continue going forward. Gottwald has produced several of Doja’s hits, including ‘Juicy’, ‘Say So’, SZA collaboration ‘Kiss Me More’ and ‘Need to Know’. She has also been signed to Gottwald’s RCA Records imprint Kemosabe since 2014, releasing all three of her studio albums – 2018’s ‘Amala’, 2019’s ‘Hot Pink’ and this year’s ‘Planet Her’ – through the label. Shortly after Doja released her debut EP ‘Purrr!’ thorough Kemosabe in 2014, Gottwald was sued by Kesha, who...
DMA’S link up with MAY-A for ‘Junk Truck Head Fuck’ rework
DMA’S have linked up with fellow Sydney artist MAY-A (aka Maya Cumming) for a new version of their recent single ‘Junk Truck Head Fuck’. READ MORE: MAY-A: Singer-songwriter parlaying YouTube success into heart-on-sleeve indie pop confessionals The new version is largely unchanged from the track DMA’S released in August, with Tommy O’Dell’s warm and homely vocals driving the acoustic ballad. Cumming pops up around the 1:20 mark, taking over from O’Dell on lead vocals for the second verse. From the next chorus onward, Cumming and O’Dell perform the song as a luminous duet. Have a listen to the new version...
Rick Ross says ‘VERZUZ’ battle with JAY-Z is “a possibility”
Rick Ross has been discussing possible VERZUZ opponents, and he’s named friend and frequent collaborator JAY-Z as a possible matchup. READ MORE: Rick Ross – ‘Richer Than I Ever Been’ review: rap don sticks to the formula, with satisfying results The Miami rapper sat down with The Real this week to promote his new album, ‘Richer Than I Ever Been’, and he was asked which rapper he would like to go against in the battle series created by Swizz Beatz and Timbaland. “JAY-Z… Yeah! Why not?” Ross answered. “To me, that’s what makes VERZUZ special because it brings out the best in...
Mariah Carey takes over London Underground announcements
London Underground commuters might have heard a familiar voice delivering announcements this past week as Mariah Carey has taken over its intercom. READ MORE: Mariah Carey – ‘The Rarities’ review: a fascinating complement to her delicious tell-all memoir The queen of Christmas has teamed up with Amazon Music to promote her festive classic ‘All I Want For Christmas’ by telling tube users to “stand behind the yellow line”. “Hi Dahlings, It’s Mariah,” the announcement begins. “Make my wish come true and please stand behind the yellow line at all times. Proceed with caution. And don’t forget to ask Alexa to play...
Brockhampton cancel most of 2022 European tour due to surge in COVID cases
Brockhampton have cancelled the majority of their 2022 European tour due to a surge in COVID cases across the continent. READ MORE: The Big Read – Brockhampton: “Shia LaBeouf is our idol and inspiration” The shows, announced behind the group’s 2019 album ‘Ginger’, were originally set to take place in summer 2020, but were cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions. They were then rescheduled to May 2021, but continued restrictions meant the shows were pushed back once more. The rescheduled tour was set to kick off in Norway on January 14, however it’s been cancelled again – except for two dates...
Megan Thee Stallion signs deal with Netflix to create new TV series
Megan Thee Stallion has signed a first-look deal with Netflix to produce content for the streaming service. READ MORE: The Big Read – Megan Thee Stallion: “I’m really working on my dynasty right now” Netflix announced the agreement on Thursday (December 16), where the rapper will create and executive produce a television series and other projects for the platform. “I’ve always had a passion for telling creative and entertaining stories, so I’m thrilled about this partnership with Netflix,” Megan said. “Venturing into production is the next step in my journey as an entrepreneur and I can’t wait to bring all my ideas...
Katy Perry teases new Alesso collaboration ‘When I’m Gone’
Katy Perry has announced she has a new track with Alesso called ‘When I’m Gone’ coming later this month. READ MORE: Katy Perry – ‘Smile’ review: pop icon sounds somewhat recharged, but lacks the fireworks of old Her team up with the Swedish EDM producer is set to arrive on December 29, the same day her ‘Play’ Las Vegas residency kicks off at the new Resorts World casino. “Don’t worry y’all, you’ll still be able to #PLAY along with me on December 29th, because #WHENIMGONE with @alesso will be coming,” she tweeted yesterday (December 15), seemingly directing her message at those...Recent Posts
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