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Even by Alex Jones' Standards, This Clip Is Really Something Else
So, I categorically refuse to watch a full episode of InfoWars, but I think the clip below is pretty clear in terms of context—Alex Jones, right-wing madman, is commenting on the possibility that Russia has “kompromat” on Donald Trump, an idea that has been around for some time but gained a good deal of traction yesterday after his bizarre (and possibly treasonous) performance with Vladimir Putin. Please note that this is not a new clip.
How Kiefer Stopped Being a Jazz Snob and Started Making Boundary-Breaking Music From the Heart
About halfway through our conversation, Kiefer Shackelford launches into one of his favorite jokes: “Can you imagine Duke Ellington teaching a piano lesson and going, Now remember, son, make sure they always think what you’re doing is jazz? That’s got to be the most idiotic thing I’ve heard, and yet we’re so stuck in that.” A UCLA-trained pianist who records under his first name, Kiefer’s light jabs at jazz snobs are in-bounds, since he admits that was once his mindset.
Musician Rafiq Bhatia On Throwing Out the Manual to Make His New Album, Breaking English
For the past five years, Rafiq Bhatia has been pushing out from the style and instrument that has made him a highly coveted collaborator. A virtuoso guitarist that quickly earned a pedigree in the jazz world, Bhatia began to feel weighted down by the patterns he’d been adhering to on his debut album Yes It Will and EP Strata.
Throwback Bar-Venue Coney Island Baby Fights ‘Vegan Socks and Gluten-Free Toilet Bowls’
Coney Island Baby soft-opened on Thursday with performances by a host of downtown music staples: Murphy’s Law, Craig Finn of the Hold Steady, and HR of Bad Brains. One of the long-gestating bar-venue’s owners, Jesse Malin, a veteran of the Manhattan hardcore punk scene and owner of nearby Niagara and Bowery Electric, also performed with his band.
Clint Michigan On Making His New Album With Members of The Moldy Peaches and July Ruin
Clint Asay has a chipper demeanor, as you’d expect from a former cocktail waiter at Sidewalk Cafe and bartender at Metropolitan.
Brooklyn Stands Against ‘Punish a Muslim Day’
Interfaith leaders and city officials gathered in Brooklyn’s “Little Pakistan” yesterday to decry a flier promoting April 3rd as “Punish a Muslim Day.” With City Council member Jumaane Williams calling the document “one of the most dangerous pieces of paper I’ve seen in a very long time,” Borough president Eric L. Adams pledged to join members of the NYPD on an information offensive and special patrol on Tuesday.
Youth Arts Program Campaigns to Take Over Silent Barn Space
Could the Silent Barn’s soon-to-be former home live on as an all-ages venue with an educational bent? Educated Little Monsters, a Bushwick-based program serving under-resourced youth of color, is seeking to take over the multipurpose venue after it closes at the end of April.
Rats! NYU Sushi Staple Sharaku Closed By Health Department
Shakaru, a reliable East Village destination for reasonably-priced sushi and Japanese fare for more than 20 years, has been temporarily shuttered by the health department.
It’s Bone Broth Weather, and Brodo Has a New Location in Soho
With a bomb cyclone in full effect this afternoon (no, these aren’t sweet hydraulics), what could be more warming than a hot cuppa bone broth? Good news: Marco Canora’s Brodo has expanded its territory once again, adding another window in Soho. The acclaimed chef has been dishing out the nutrient-rich mix to the masses since fall 2014, when the first Brodo appeared as an order window connected to Canora’s Tuscany-inspired flagship restaurant, Hearth.
New Council Member Carlina Rivera On Downtown Housing, Nightlife, L Train, and More
Yesterday, Carlina Rivera convened a cadre of local newspapers for her first “editorial roundtable” as the newly elected City Council member for District 2. During the hour-long Q&A session at Rivera’s office in the East Village, reporters traded questions on myriad topics that the council member has been prioritizing since she took office in January. Overall, she showed a determination to find “a balance between commerce and community.” Here’s what was touched on.
Listen to the Premiere of ‘White Noise’ By CHAPPO Before They Tour With Flaming Lips
Shortly after appearing to hit their stride, Brooklyn’s psychedelic garage trio CHAPPO were hit with band-shaking tragedies– three, to be exact. In short succession, the band separated from their drummer and producer; guitarist David Feddock and his wife lost their young son; and frontman Alex Chappo’s best friend committed suicide.
The Levee’s New Mural Strikes at the Heart of Our Social Media Addiction
Over the weekend, The Levee, a staple of the Williamsburg scene, unveiled its newest mural: the aptly-titled “Anti-Social Media.” This is the second Damien Mitchell piece to grace The Levee’s wall, after last year’s political quick-take “The Hand That Rocks the Cradle.” The message of the mural is embedded into the paint: Over a backdrop of app thumbnails, a man glares at his phone and tightens a tourniquet with his teeth, readying for a rush of media to pour in through the USB cord tapped...
Revisiting Anamanaguchi's 'Capsule Silence XXIV,' Music Gaming's Most Revolutionary Misadventure
A burbling voice introduces Capsule Silence XXIV as “a video game that will change the way you game for the rest of your life...$33 million dollar budget, soundtracked by pretty popular band, rated top game by all the top game blogs in the world.” This was the pitch line on behalf of the independent electronic outfit Anamanaguchi for nearly two years.
Matthew Dear Unveils Dark Surprises in Intimate NYC Show
Minutes before Matthew Dear was set to take the stage, Helga Davis spoke to a crowd of around 100 people, recounting a brief pitch she was just given on the act from a 17-year-long follower of his music.
American Music Awards: Watch the Live Stream
Today's the day! The 45th annual American Music Awards is just a few hours away. But before we take you inside the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, E! is going to highlight the couture on the red carpet, virtually an event in itself. Correspondents AJ Gibson, Marc Malkin, Laura Marano and Oliver Trevena will be running down the walk up to the AMAs, which has given us some artists their definitive looks. The two-hour pre-show will also be streamed live on the official AMAs Twitter account.
American Music Awards 2017: Red Carpet Live Stream
Today's the day! The 45th annual American Music Awards is just a few hours away. But before we take you inside the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, E! is going to highlight the couture on the red carpet, virtually an event in itself. Correspondents AJ Gibson, Marc Malkin, Laura Marano and Oliver Trevena will be running down the walk up to the AMAs, which has given us some artists their definitive looks. The two-hour pre-show will also be streamed live on the official AMAs Twitter account.
Coldplay's 'Head Full Of Dreams' Is Third Highest Grossing World Tour Ever
Festival and event titan Live Nation has announced that Coldplay's "A Head Full of Dreams Tour" is the third-highest grossing global tour of all time. The 114-show tour, which ended its run at a sold-out stop this week in Buenos Aires, took in a total of $523,033,675 in ticket sales, according to Live Nation. It turns out the band actually took over the No. 3 spot a couple weeks ago, before its last five shows in South America.
Chance the Rapper on 'Jimmy Fallon': Says He Wrote Multiple 'SNL' Sketches for This Week
Chance the Rapper Tells Jimmy Fallon He Wrote Multiple Sketches for 'SNL' 11/17/2017 by Zane Warman Chance the Rapper's ramp-up to his hosting gig on Saturday Night Live tomorrow night (Nov.
Executive Turntable: New Appointments at BMG, Plus Moves at Spotify, Live Nation & More
BMG announced the hiring of Tom "Grover" Biery as EVP of recorded music to help lead its strong ambitions to scale its recordings arm. The Los Angeles-based Biery, who will report to BMG US’ president of repertoire & marketing Zach Katz, will oversee the growth of BMG’s S-Curve Records, Rise Records and recently-acquired BBR Music Group. In joining BMG, Biery concludes his year-long career as SVP of streaming marketing at Concord Music Group.
American Music Awards: Macklemore and Skylar Grey to Perform
Macklemore and Skylar Grey have been added to Sunday's list of performers at the 45th annual American Music Awards. The duo will perform their single "Glorious," off Macklemore's recent record Gemini. Sunday will mark Macklemore's third performance at the AMAs, following showcases of "Can't Hold Us" in 2013 and "Kevin" 2015. This will mark his first time taking the stage without his former producer and creative partner Ryan Lewis, who joined him on both previous occasions.
Emancipator Releases New Album 'Baralku'
Emancipator, the worldly downtempo alias of Doug Appling, has released his fifth full-length, Baralku. Taking its name from the of the island indigenous Australian people believe the dead claim as their spiritual home, Baralku continues Emanicpator's tradition of synthesizing edit-binded shards of world music with his classical training and love for hip-hop.See that entrancing style on full display in his Red Rocks 2017 recap video below.
Riva Starr Celebrates 100 Snatch! Records With Green Velvet on 'I Feel Good': Premiere
Since 2010, London-via-Naples house producer Riva Starr (née Stefano Miele) has used his Snatch! Records as a divining rod for his own tastes. The label, which Miele uses to curate hardy, set-ready DJ cuts, is a reflection of the accomplishments and learning curves he's gone through in his career.
Sheila E.'s 'The Glamoroous Life' at the 1985 AMAs: Best Performances of the American Music Awards
In the late '70s and early '80s, Sheila E. was already staking out her own spot in music by playing drums in sessions for Herbie Hancock and George Duke. Her father, also an accomplished percussionists with stints playing with Santana under his belt, passingly mentioned Prince, a young artist with whom he was sharing a recording studio, and remarked on his solitary drive to write, record and produce his album For You entirely on his own.
Warner Music Inks Deal With Anghami, Top Streaming Service in Middle East
Warner Music Group (WMG) announced a new direct licensing deal with Anghami, the largest streaming service in the Middle East and North Africa. With this, WMG's large catalog of music has expanded further into the region and will now be accessible to users in Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia. The new deal builds on previous affiliate deals with Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq and nearby territories.
The Suffers' 'I Think I Love You': Premiere & Interview
The Suffers have learned several times over is that there's no single "right person" or "right room" that guarantees success. The eight-piece's steely determination and low tolerance for indecisiveness isn't always visible in their hybrid blend of Gulf Coast soul and old-school R&B, but it's what earned an invitation to play NPR’s famed Tiny Desk Concert ten months after submitting to (and losing) the station's yearly open-call contest.
Executive Turntable: New Appointments at Republic Records, Plus Moves at iHeartRadio, Live Nation Sweden & More
Republic Records' executive vice president Rob Stevenson announced the promotion of Tyler Arnold to vice president of A&R. In his new post, the New York City-based Arnold will expand his functions on Republic's A&R team, continuing to seek out, sign, develop and cultivate new talent for the label. He has been responsible for the signing of Republic's breakout performer Post Malone and was integral in bringing Metro Boomin and his Boominati Worldwide label to the company.
Stranger Things: The Chainsmokers' Alex Pall, Shaun Frank & More Guest Star in Young Bombs' Spoof
Now that we've all had the proper time to form first, second and third opinions of Stranger Things second season, it's time to embrace the first waves of artist spoofs with open arms. Enter Young Bombs, the Vancouver-based dance duo who have presented, Stranger Bombs?.
Republic Records Promotes Tyler Arnold to Vice President of A&R
In his new post, the New York City-based Arnold will expand his functions on Republic's A&R team, continuing to seek out, sign, develop, and cultivate new talent for the label. He has been responsible for the signing of Republic's breakout performer Post Malone and was integral in bringing Metro Boomin and his Boominati Worldwide label to the cpompany. He will continue to develop new projects with Boomin and Post Malone while expanding his roster.
deadmau5 Teases New Track 'A Seed' After Red Rocks Concerts
The itinerary for deadmau5's second "lots of shows in a row tour" noticeably snubbed most of the States, but in hindsight, it was only to make his only American stop seem that much more special. Commemorating last month's two-day stay at Colorado's Red Rocks Amphitheater, he's released an aftermovie of his sets at the hallmark venue, showing off his new custom-built booth and teasing to some new music.
Strawberry Runners Premiere 'Garden Hose' Video, Talk DIY in the Midwest
Much has changed since Strawberry Runners, the spirited indie-pop project spearheaded by Emi Night, briefly broke away from the pack and caught the attention of South by Southwest audiences in 2015 with their song "Hatcher Creek." In the intervening years, Night herself has relocated several times, departing the band's birthplace in Denver to bounce around Connecticut and New York before setting into Philadelphia's emergent music scene.
DJ Snake Shows Us the Underside of Paris in New Beats By Dr. Dre Video
Beats by Dr. Dre has released its newest entry to their "Above the Noise" short film series, in promotion of their Studio3 Wireless headphones. This time, the spotlight is on DJ Snake, where he discusses in poetic terms his ascendance from growing up in the banlieue housing projects outside of France to performing atop the roof of the Arc de Triomphe, the first artist to do so.
Executive Turntable: New Promotions at BMI, Plus Moves at iHeartMedia, Nettwerk & More
Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) has announced a series of key executive promotions within its creative team, effective immediately. Barbara Cane assumes the newly-created role of VP of worldwide creative and advisor to the EVP of creative & licensing. Working with BMI’s creative executives, Cane will continue her efforts to cultivate the company's industry relationships and support their songwriting roster.
Shamir Removes 'Straight Boy' Video, Citing Alleged Abuse by Actor/Director
Shamir took to Twitter Wednesday morning (Nov.
Maroon 5's 'Wait': Listen to New 'Red Pill Blues' Track
While we were all preoccupied with rundowns of the weekend's best celebrity costumes yesterday, Maroon 5 released yet another teaser for Red Pill Blues, a friendly reminder that their new record -- the band's sixth -- arrives on Friday (Nov. 3).
Executive Turntable: New Appointments at TuneIn, Plus Moves at Warner, Columbia & More
SoundCloud has lost its first-ever chief financial officer, Holly Lim. The former Google executive, who linked with the start-up a little over a year ago with the lofty task of trying to maintain the firm's "financial health and capitalize on new opportunities for growth," will be taking the same title in a jump to radio streaming platform TuneIn, the company announced this week.
Norah Jones' 'Flipside' Performance at Austin City Limits: Watch
Ahead of her fourth appearance on the PBS showcase Austin City Limits, Norah Jones has shared the festival's ripping rendition of "Flipside," a highlight of last year's Day Breaks.
Ghastly's 'I'll Wait': Listen to Glitzy and Dark New Cut
Dance fans received a nice gift early on Friday morning (Oct. 27) when Ghastly surprise-dropped a new track from his forthcoming album. "I'll Wait" revs up with a cheery medley of tweaked-up vocals, but the mix slowly grows more and more unsettling. Ghastly tosses a strange shuttering effect over some otherwise glamorous-sounding horn synths, and toys with the tuning in quick bursts. The glitziness and darkness grows heavier and headier, until the track is sent into a tailspin with a ballistic drop.
Bahamas Announce New Album 'Earthtones' With Advance Track 'No Wrong': Exclusive
Bahamas, the easy-going alias of Toronto-based singer/songwriter Afie Jurvanen, is returning with his first LP in four years. His new album Earthtones will be out on Jan. 19, 2018 via Brushfire/Republic Records, following up his 2014 record Bahamas is Afie.
LeBron James Joins James Corden on 'Carpool Karaoke': Watch the Preview
Apple Music's premier web series Carpool Karaoke, a spinoff of the segment on The Late Late Show with James Corden, has just released a teaser for its next antics-filled episode. While nearly all of the episodes have featured various comedians and actors shuttling around top-shelf pop stars, driving a high-profile guest such as LeBron James -- whose episode is set drop on Oct. 31 -- requires a sing-along heavyweight. Who better to host this very special episode than James Corden himself?
Benjamin Clementine Interview: Mapping the Emotional Geography of 'I Tell a Fly'
"Play the piano!" A friendly but insistent voice from the back of Carnegie Hall shouted. The alluring Clementine was 25 minutes into his only U.S. performance in support of his new album, I Tell a Fly, and his hands hadn’t touched a keyboard. Instead, he led a group of five people in mismatching blue jumpsuits in an infinity-looped pace around raised platforms where a bass and drum kit sat.
Fergie Tears Up While Talking About Relationship With Josh Duhamel
Fergie Tears Up Talking About Josh Duhamel: 'I Wanted to Stay Married Forever' 10/24/2017 by Zane Warman Fergie has been showing her strength over the past month, seeing through the release of her first album in 11 years, Double Dutchess, that quickly followed the announcement of her separation from husband Josh Duhamel. But in a recent clip from her upcoming appearance on The Wendy Williams Show, the Dutchess showed a touching honesty.
Billboard & W Hotel's 'Next Up' Series: Camila Gallardo Concert Details
Billboard and W Hotels are gearing up for the third and final concert in this year's Next Up: New Artists, New Music series, featuring intimate performances with rising musicians. R&B/pop powerhouse and The Voice Chile finalist Camila Gallardo will grace guests of the W Hotel in Santiago, Chile on Nov. 8. The special performance is also open to members of the Starwood Preferred Guests rewards program, as well as lucky fans who can win tickets via the sweepstakes.
Tune-Yards New Album Info & First Track 'Look At Your Hands': Listen
Merrill Garbus of the band Tune-Yards performs onstage during the 2nd annual Music Tastes Good Festival at Marina Green Park on Oct. 1, 2017 in Long Beach, Calif. Tune-Yards has announced their new album, breaking nearly four years of studio silence. I Can Feel You Creep Into My Private Life will be released on Jan. 19, 2018, following up 2014's Nikki Nack.
Kelly Clarkson Says She 'Wanted to Kill' Herself When She Was 'Really Skinny'
Kelly Clarkson has spoke very candidly about her fluctuating body image -- including her struggles with bulimia in high school -- throughout this second stage of her career. In a recent interview with the U.K. magazine Attitude, she detailed her often dark personal state around the release of her 2004 sophomore album, Breakaway, when she felt an immense pressure to fit the industry-approved look of a pop star. "When I was really skinny, I wanted to kill myself.
AMAs 2017 Performers: Macklemore and Skylar Grey to Sing 'Glorious'
Macklemore and Skylar Grey Added to AMAs 2017 Performers 11/17/2017 by Zane Warman Macklemore and Skylar Grey have been added to Sunday's list of performers at the 45th annual American Music Awards. The duo will perform their single "Glorious," off Macklemore's recent record Gemini.Sunday will mark Macklemore's third performance at the AMAs, following showcases of "Can't Hold Us" in 2013 and "Kevin" 2015.
BMG Signs Publishing Deal With Bush Frontman Gavin Rossdale
Gavin Rossdale has inked a worldwide partnership with BMG for himself and his long-running grunge outfit Bush. As part of the arrangement, BMG has secured the publishing rights to Rossdale's extensive songwriting catalog, plus it includes a new recording deal with the band. The first product of the deal is a just-released remastered edition of the band's latest album, Black and White Rainbows.
Executive Turntable: New Hires at ASCAP, Plus Moves at BMG, Genius & More
The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) announced this week that Joel Beckerman and Rudy Pérez have been elected as new writer members to its board of directors. Beckerman's work as a composer and producer through his sound studio Man Made Music has been recognized by Fast Company as one of their "Most Creative People in Business 1000" and has also been honored with ASCAP's Most Performed Themes award for 10 consecutive years.
Tiga's 'Woke' Gets a Pouncing Remix From Jamie Jones: Premiere
Tiga is chasing his late-summer single "Woke" with a new EP of remixes for the track. Now, Billboard Dance has the pleasure of premiering Jamie Jones' staticky house rework of the hypnotic record. The Hot Creations boss replaces the original's acidic beat and offbeat saxophone sample with a wobbling bassline and softly building keys that underlay Tiga's voguing spoken-word chant.
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