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Wargasm Have Confirmed The Release Of Their Debut Full-Length Project With Their Next Single D.R.I.L.D.O
Punk duo Wargasm have announced that ‘Explicit: The Mixxxtape’ will be released later this summer. It’ll be preceded by new single ‘D.R.I.L.D.O.’, which drops this Friday (May 13). Pre-save it here. “Wargasm has signed to Slowplay & Republic Records in partnership with Island Records UK. Their first Mixxxtape will be dropped worldwide in Summer 2022,” the band wrote on social media. Since forming in 2019, Wargasm have released a string of standalone singles.
Wu-Tang Clan‘S Iconic 1997 Album ‘Wu-Tang Forever’ Is Turning 25
The outfit have also released three digital EPs, ‘Reunited (The Remixes)’, ‘Triumph’ and ‘It’s Yourz’, landing on streaming services Spotify and Apple Music for the first time.
Willow Kayne Has Released New Single ‘Final Notice’ Alongside A Human Traffic-Inspired Video
‘Final Notice’ is the first new material Kayne has released since she dropped debut EP ‘Playground Antics’ earlier this year. The track is, according to a press release, “a love letter to the junglist stylings of her hometown of Bristol” and sees Kayne hitting back at those trying to control her art.
CCP Games Has Announced That EVE Online Is Doing An Official Collaboration With Microsoft Excel
The announcement was made at EVE Fanfest 2022, which is taking place in Iceland. “Soon you’ll be able to transport in game dat[a] directly into Excel,” wrote CCP Games in a tweet. According to the press release, the collaboration with Microsoft will come in the form of a JavaScript API that will allow players to “seamlessly export data from Eve Online” to Excel.
Phoebe Bridgers Has Pledged A Portion Of Proceeds From Her Upcoming North American Tour To An Abortion Charity
The singer-songwriter announced her decision on social media earlier today (May 6), a week before the tour kicks off in Las Vegas. The move follows the leak of an initial draft opinion written by Justice Samuel Alito that suggested the US Supreme Court is prepared to overturn Roe vs. Wade. Chief Justice John Roberts has since confirmed the authenticity of the document, but has said the draft “does not represent a decision by the Court or thefinal position of any member on the issues in the case”.
Dr. John Album Will Be Released Later This Year, It Has Been Announced
The legendary musician died in June 2019 after suffering a heart attack. He was 77 years old. At the time of his death, Dr. John real name Malcolm John Rebennack Jr. was working on a new project, which will be shared via Rounder Records this year. Titled ‘Things Happen That Way’, the album was executive produced by Rebennack’s daughter Karla R. Pratt, according to Rolling Stone, and will be released on September 23.
Hanson Wants To Have A "Deeper Connection" As The Band Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary
The pop band – which is made up of brothers Isaac, Taylor and Zac Hanson – shot to fame as kids with their debut single ‘MMMBop’ back in 1997 and now drummer Zac has explained that he had a “mental shift” as the group approached the milestone anniversary. He said: “When we hit the 25th anniversary of the band, to me there was a mental shift that said, ‘It’s not really just about making music anymore’. So, I just started thinking about records more like, ‘What kind of stories are we telling?
Rachel Mcadams Has Hailed Benedict Cumberbatch As "One Of The Greatest Actors" To Work With On Screen
The 43-year-old actress – who first played Christine Palmer opposite Cumberbatch in Scott Derrickson’s 2016 movie ‘Doctor Strange’ – is thrilled to be reprising her role is Sam Raimi’s sequel ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’. She told Collider: “I was so happy to be back with her and with Benedict, he’s one of the greatest actors to get to work opposite. You don’t have to work at all. He just does it all for you, you just stand there and listen. It’s great.
Mabel Has Been Added To The Loosefest Lineup For This Year
The 26-year-old singer – whose hits include ‘Don’t Call Me Up’ and ‘Boyfriend’ – will perform at the music festival in Newcastle, England, on July 31.
Pete Davidson Has Joked About Kanye West Pulling A ‘Mrs. Doubtfire’
Davidson appeared at the festival last Friday (April 29) to premiere his new show, Pete Davidson And Best Friends, which was filmed for release on Netflix later in the year. To a sold-out crowd at Los Angeles’ Fonda Theatre, he opened the set by poking fun at the claims that West tried to spread rumours about Davidson – who is currently dating West’s ex-wife, Kim Kardashian – having AIDS.
Fans Have Launched A Campaign To “Save” Batwoman Following The Show’s Cancellation
The superhero series premiered in 2019, with the finale of its third season airing last month. It stars Javicia Leslie in the titular role alongside the likes of Rachel Skarsten and Nicole Kang. It was confirmed last week that Batwoman would not be renewed for a fourth season by showrunner and writer Caroline Dries. “Just got the sad news that Batwoman will not be seeing an S4,” she wrote. “I am bummed, but full of gratitude. What an honour to make 51 episodes.
Lil Durk Runs The Billboard Hot 100 For The Second Year In A Row
After tying Taylor Swift with an impressive 41 Billboard Hot 100 entries in 2021 — the most of any artist that year Durkio is at it again and currently leads the pack with 20 Hot 100 entries packed into the 2022 calendar year so far. “@lildurk leads all artists in 2022 so far, with 20 entries on the #Hot100 this calendar year,” the Billboard Charts Twitter account revealed on Thursday (May 5).
Tyga Releases New Single "Sheikh Talk"
Hot on the heels of his Doja Cat collaboration “Freaky Deaky,” Tyga re-ups with his latest summer-ready bop. On “Sheikh Talk,” T-Raww brings the international vibes as he bosses up over an Indian flute instrumental. “Like a Flintstone, still make the bed rock / Move bitch, let the money walk / Bitch, I’m a boss, that’s sheikh talk,” he raps. In February, Tyga teamed up with Doja on “Freaky Deaky,” which has over 100 million streams and peaked at No. 43 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Grammy-Winning Singer H.E.R Is Back In The Courts With Another Copyright Lawsuit
The first suit was filed by songwriter and piano maestro Andre Sims, claiming the song, “Focus,” on H.E.R’s debut album sounded similar to his smash hit “Endless Minds.” Now, Grammy-winning group Take 6 is claiming the songwriter-producer sampled their music without permission or compensation. The song in question – “Could’ve Been” – was featured on H.E.R’s debut self titled album. The multi-count lawsuit named David A. Harris, David A.
US Prog Rock Trio King's X Have Signed To Insideout Music And Will Release Their Latest Album
The as yet untitled album will be the band’s 13th release and follows 2008’s XV. “I feel like it’s been forever since we put out a new album, and I’m ready for the world to hear our latest offering, hopefully there’s a little bit of everything that you love about Kings X, three sides of one is the best way to describe it. The groove is with us!” says bassist and singer dUg Pinnick “It’s really gonna happen,” adds drummer Jerry Gaskill. “The new record is coming out soon.
A$Ap Rocky Subs Chris Brown Over Rihanna Assault On 'D.M.B.' In 2009
R&B star Chris Brown brutally assaulted his ex-girlfriend Rihanna in 2009. Graphic photos of the attack were circulated online, painting a gruesome picture of domestic violence and proving no one regardless of status is exempt from a toxic relationship. Thirteen years later, Rihanna has moved on with A$AP Rocky, and the couple is expecting their first child any time now. But Rocky hasn’t forgotten about the brutality Rihanna experienced at the hands of her ex-boyfriend.
Shigeru Miyamoto Allegedly Accepted Kanye West's Pitch For His Only One Video Game
There’s a lot of interesting stories going around about Nintendo right now, thanks in large part to former Nintendo of America lead Reggie Fils-Aimé’s recently released book, Disrupting the Game. However, it’s spurred stories outside the book as well. Recently, former IGN journalist and current Twitch employee Zachary Ryan shared an interesting story of his own: The time rap star Kanye West pitched a video game to Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto.
50 Cent Is Perplexed As To Why Dave Chappelle's Assailant Wasn't Charged With A Felony
After tackling Dave Chappelle onstage during the comic’s recent show at the Hollywood Bowl, an aspiring rapper was charged with four misdemeanors and no felonies, despite being armed with a knife at the time of the attack. According to ABC News, 23-year-old Isaiah Lee has been charged with battery, possession of a weapon with intent to assault, and two charges related to interfering with a performer.
Kai Ca$H And Niko Brim Have Released Their First Collaborative EP
Kai Ca$h and Niko Brim have released their first collaborative EP, Eleven53. This project, which follows their recent tour with Cordae, offers many of their road experiences. King Combs, Reuben Vincent, Raury, Skooder, and the CYN collective all make cameos on the 6-song project. “Eleven53 is a sonic tour experience,” Kai Cash said. Niko Brim added, “Eleven53 is an EP of some of our greatest moments on road. We travel a lot and when we do, we always cook up, wherever we are.
Dababy Cleared Of Charges After Shooting A Trespasser On His Property Last Month
In legal documents, the Iredell County D.A. concluded that there will be no charges against the “Suge” rapper. In response to the shooting last month, DaBaby blamed the media for posting celebrities’ business on social media. He said that the constant attention on rappers’ lives actually fuels these types of attacks. “Media telling niggas business be the main reason niggas get fye put on em” Recently, DaBaby’s legal team came out blazing after new footage was obtained of his 2018 Walmart shooting.
Arcade Fire Will Go Around The World Later This Year Touring Their Sixth Studio Record WE
With Feist on board as support, dates will start in Europe at Dublin’s 3Arena on August 30th, with UK gigs in Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow, and London immediately following. The main part of the North American leg is booked for November, when Beck and his acoustic guitar will be the special guest.
Arcade Fire Will Bring The We Tour To The UK And Ireland In Late Summer
The trek, which shares its name with their recently released new album, will call at Dublin’s 3Arena, Birmingham’s Utilita Arena, Manchester’s AO Arena, Glagsow’s OVO Hydro, and the O2 Arena in London, where they’ll wrap up the run on September 9. Following that they’ll had to mainland Europe, their first show being in Lille, France on September 11 and last on that leg taking place in Warsaw, Poland on October 1.
Fantastic Negrito Has Shared A New Single, They Go Low
The electro-soul track serves as the fourth preview of the three-time Grammy Award-winner’s forthcoming visual album, ‘White Jesus Black Problems’, due out on June 3 via Storefront Records. Following Trudoo, it arrives with a video directed by Aerick Neal of Shoot Something Productions. Fantastic Negrito said of the new outing: “When the one percent are making their deals, we’re not at the table. We’re on the menu, so to speak.
Jack Harlow Has Opened Up About Lil Nas X
Jack Harlow has opened up about Lil Nas X, saying that some of the homophobic reactions to the latter’s work shows there’s still much “progress to be made” in hip-hop. Harlow was speaking in an interview with The Guardian where he reflected on working with Lil Nas X on their 2021 hit ‘Industry Baby’. After calling him a “boundary pusher”, Harlow added that some of the reaction to Lil Nas X’s work showed there was still much work to be done in hip-hop when it comes to eradicating homophobia.
A Gold-Plated Version Of The Nintendo Wii Meant For Queen Elizabeth Is Up For Sale
Commissioned by THQ in 2009 to promote Big Family Games, the 24-carat gold-plated edition of the console was sent to Buckingham Palace but was promptly returned to THQ’s studio due to the palace’s strict security rules. The studio kept hold of that one-of-a-kind object until they filed for bankruptcy in 2013 and their hardware stock, including the gold Wii, were bought by a private buyer. Last year Donny Fillerup tried to sell the console on Ebay after acquiring it in 2017 for an undisclosed fee.
Rihanna Says 'I Do' In ASAP Rocky Music Video, Sparking Speculation Of A Secret Marriage
Fans are speculating whether A$AP Rocky and Rihanna have secretly married, after the rapper released a new music video containing snippets what appeared to be a wedding ceremony. On Thursday (5 May), Rocky released a music video for his new single “DMB.” In the video, the Harlem-born rapper celebrates his relationship with Rihanna, who is currently pregnant with their first child.
Frank Langella Refutes Charges Of 'Inappropriate Behavior' On The Set Of Fall Of The House Of Usher
Frank Langella has broken his silence after being fired from the Netflix TV show The Fall of the House of Usher over alleged misconduct. The Frost/Nixon actor was axed from the upcoming show in April following an investigation into claims of sexual harassment and inappropriate conduct. On Thursday, he broke his silence about his exit in a guest column for Deadline. “I have been cancelled. Just like that,” he began, before recounting the alleged incident that led to his dismissal.
Madonna Has Said That She Wants To Meet With Pope Francis
Madonna has said that she wants to meet with Pope Francis, adding it was unfair that she’d been “excommunicated” by the Catholic church “three times”. The singer has had a difficult relationship with Catholicism for a long time. Her video for ‘Like A Prayer’ was banned by the church in 1989 after featuring burning crosses and an erotic depiction of Jesus.
Epic Games And Microsoft Have Teamed Up To Bring Fortnite To In-Browser Cloud Gaming For Free
Announced via an Xbox Wire post yesterday (May 5), Fortnite can now be played on iOS, iPadOS, Android devices and Windows PC via Xbox cloud gaming for free. All players need is a Microsoft account and one of the above devices with Internet access.
Amber Heard Alleges Johnny Depp 'Kicked Her In The Back' For The 'Affair' With James Franco
Amber Heard testified in court on Thursday that her ex-husband Johnny Depp “kicked (her) in the back” because he was convinced she was having an affair with James Franco. The pair are in the midst of a defamation trial over an op-ed Heard wrote in 2018 claiming to be a “public figure representing domestic abuse”. Depp argues the article falsely accused him of being abusive and subsequently lost him financial opportunities.
Tekashi 6ix9ine's Daughter, Baby Mama, Was Involved In A Car Accident
Tekashi 6ix9ine’s baby mama and daughter were involved in a nasty car crash this past Easter one that sent them straight to the ER with some serious injuries. Sources tell TMZ Sara Molina, the mother of Tekashi’s 6-year-old daughter, Saraiyah, was in an Uber minivan on the expressway in New York City. Saraiyah and Sara’s sister were in the car too. Their driver suddenly got cut off, resulting in them getting rear-ended pretty badly … we’re told Saraiyah was scared and crying after the ordeal.
Justin Timberlake Performed At His Wife Jessica Biel's 40th Birthday Party In March
The Sinner star told Ellen DeGeneres on Thursday that Justin threw her an “amazing” party for her 40th birthday in early March and “flew in his band” so he could perform. Insisting she is Justin’s biggest fan, Jessica said, “He’s my favourite. He performed all covers of songs that made up our time together. So, like, everything from Feist to Radiohead to Donny Hathaway.” When asked which Radiohead track he performed, Jessica replied, “Maybe he did Nude?
Dave Myers Has Revealed He Is Battling Cancer
The 64-year-old revealed he ‘hasn’t been too well recently’ and said he is currently undergoing chemotherapy. Myers told fans on the Agony Uncles podcast that he will not attend festivals this year or make his usual appearances with his Hairy Bikers co-star Si King, 55, because he is being treated for cancer.
Tim Heidecker Has Shared A New Single, Punch In The Gut
The country-folk cut is the latest to be lifted from his new album, ‘High School’, due out on June 24. Introducing the song, which features musical contributions from Mac DeMarco, Drew Erickson and Eric Johnson, Heidecker said: “Here’s a new single from my upcoming LP: “High School” / this one started, thinking about how warren zevon might approach a high school parking lot, high noon style showdown….
Mel B Has Been Made An MBE In Recognition Of Her Services To Domestic Violence Victims
The former Spice Girls singer is a Women’s Aid patron and has previously been open about her experiences with domestic abuse. Her campaigning efforts even took her to Downing Street in 2019. She received her MBE from the Duke of Cambridge at Buckingham Palace yesterday (May 4) and dedicated it to victims of domestic abuse. “I never thought I would be here getting this MBE for the work I’ve been doing,” she told PA (via BBC News).
New Rules Have Introduced Their Debut Mixtape
‘Go The Distance’ will arrive on June 3 via Elektra Records and will include the previously shared tape’s self-titled single, a guitar-led alt-rock track with a glossy synth-pop edge. The UK and Ireland trio, comprising Nathan Lambert, Alec McGarry and Ryan Meaney, worked on the mixtape alongside producer Sir Nolan, and co-producer and co-writer Kieran Shudall of Circa Waves. The group will play their first set of intimate headline shows in the United States in June.
Wolf Alice Have Laid Out Plans For New Project 'Blue Lullaby'
Wolf Alice released their third album ‘Blue Weekend’ last year, hitting No. 1 and securing a Mercury nomination. New EP ‘Blue Lullaby’ is out on June 24th, and it re-casts material from the album in an intimate light. A four song collection, it’s led by a lullaby take on ‘The Last Man On Earth’ driven by piano and choir.
Studio Founder Haden Blackman Has Announced That He Is Leaving Developer Hanger 13 And 2K Games
According to a statement, from today (May 5) Blackman will be leaving to “pursue his passion at a new endeavour,” although it was not confirmed what this will be (thanks, GamesIndustry.biz). The announcement read: “Hello team, it’s with mixed emotions that I share with you several leadership updates from Hangar 13.
Coldplay Have Created A Special App To Accompany Their ‘Music Of The Spheres’ World Tour
The four-piece kicked off their eco-friendly tour in Costa Rica back in March in support of their ninth studio album, which came out back in October. You can find tickets to their upcoming UK dates here. The ‘Music Of The Spheres World Tour App’ first launched during those Central American dates, and the app is now being given a renewed push as the band embarks on the North American leg of their tour tomorrow (May 6).
Naira Marley And Zinoleesky Combine On New Single 'O'dun'
Naira’s astonishing rise continues, with a summer peppered with trans-continental tour dates and the promise of new material. Long-awaited ‘God’s Timings The Best’ is incoming, and his latest single is a fiery new burner that pivots between afrobeats, Stateside rap elements, and his own unique flair. Out now, ‘O’dun’ plays for keeps, with Naira Marley linking up alongside Zinoleesky for this emphatic new release.
Kanye West And His Girlfriend Chaney Jones Travel To Japan
It’s still full steam ahead for Kanye West and his girlfriend Chaney Jones the two have gone international, visiting one of Kanye’s favorite countries, Japan. Chaney posted a photo of the two overlooking a Japanese street Thursday on Instagram. The pic didn’t have a caption, but it’s clear to see the two are very much into each other.
Drake Messages A Troll's Wife On Instagram Following A 'Ghostwriter' Remark
Drake fans were delighted after the Canadian artist had a good-humoured response to a troll who made a dig about his young son. On Wednesday 4 May, the 35-year-old commented on an Instagram post by coach Chris Matthews, who uses the handle @LethalShooter, about Tee Morant and LaVar Ball.
Bauhaus Have Announced A Show At London’s O2 Academy Brixton
The news follows the band releasing their track ‘Drink New Wine’ in March, which was the band’s first new music in 14 years. Their upcoming London gig is set for August 19, with tickets available starting at 10am BST Friday (May 6). Tickets will be available here. The band also recently announced their first US tour in more than 16 years, with headline shows in Portland, Seattle, San Francisco, Denver, and New York.
Death Cab For Cutie Have Revealed That They’ve Finished Their 10th Album
The Washington band released their latest studio record, ‘Thank You For Today’, back in 2018. A five-track collection of covers titled ‘The Georgia EP’ came out in 2020 via Bampcamp and was later made available on streaming platforms. Tonight (May 4) Death Cab took to social media to post a photograph of themselves in a large recording studio.
South Korea Minister Hwang Hee Has Called For BTS‘ Exemption From The Nation’s Mandatory Military Service
The Culture Minister proposed in a press briefing on May 4 that globally recognised male pop-culture artists should be allowed to substitute their compulsory two-year conscription for alternative programmes. “It’s time to create a system for incorporating popular culture-art figures as art personnel,” Hwang said, per Yonhap News Agency, in recognition of figures such as award-winning athletes and classical musicians and their roles in enhancing South Korea’s image overseas.
Dolly Parton Has Discussed Her Forthcoming Induction Into The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame
Yesterday the Rock Hall Class of 2022 was announced, with the country icon included alongside Eminem, Duran Duran, Lionel Richie, Eurythmics, Carly Simon, Judas Priest and Pat Benatar. Parton’s inclusion in the list came after she announced she was taking herself out of the running back in March, explaining that though she was “extremely flattered” to be nominated, she didn’t feel she had “earned that right” and did not “want the votes split” as a result.
Kaley Cuoco Is Now Officially Dating Tom Pelphrey
The Big Bang Theory actress took to Instagram on Tuesday to share a series of images, with the slideshow including several selfies of her and the Ozark actor, as well as a cute snap of Tom kissing her on the cheek. “Life lately,” she wrote in the caption, adding: “‘The sun breaks through the clouds, rays of gold slipping into my eyes and heart, rays of yellow to break the grey.’” Tom also uploaded a photo of two Polaroid snaps of the new couple to his own Instagram page.
Kim Kardashian Was Gifted A Lock Of Marilyn Monroe's Hair Prior To Attending The 2022 Met Gala
Abiding by the fashion event’s Gilded Glamour theme, the reality TV star walked the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York on Monday sporting the crystal-studded gown made by Jean Louis that the Hollywood actress famously donned to sing Happy Birthday, Mr. President to U.S. President John F. Kennedy in 1962.
Karol G Initially Planned To Collaborate With BLACKPINK On A Remix Of Her 2019 Song ‘Tusa’
In a recent interview with MTV, the Colombian singer recently spoke about the songs on her current playlist. When asked to name a song on the playlist by an artist she hopes to collaborate with, Karol G picked BLACKPINK’s ‘How You Like That’, before recalling a time when they had a chance have worked together. “I have to say a short story. When I launched ‘Tusa’ with Nicki Minaj, in my mind I had a remix that we never tried,” she said. “If I would’ve done a remix, I would’ve done it with BLACKPINK.
Maneskin Are Set To Return With Their New Single, 'Supermodel', Next Week
The 2021 ‘Eurovision’ winners have unveiled the artwork and release date of May 13 for their first song of the year. Alongside the cover of a model face-down in a pool, they teased on social media: “SUPERMODEL New single. Out on May 13th.” The band’s last single was October 2021’s ‘Mammamia’. ‘Supermodel’ is released the day before the grand finale of the 2022 ‘Eurovision Song Contest’, and the ‘I Wanna Be Your Slave’ hitmakers are expected to perform the new track at the event in Turin, Italy.
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