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Ella Mai Talks New Music, Shares Grey Goose Sound Sessions Performance
It’s an exciting time for Ella Mai right now. She just announced a new tour, she’s nominated for a Grammy this weekend, and she’s dropping new music. Along with the deluxe edition of her excellent sophomore album Heart On My Sleeve, out now, Ella surprised fans by debuting two of the new songs in a special live performance. Participating in Grey Goose and the Recording Academy’s Sound Sessions series, the R&B star took the opportunity to do a stripped-back version of “This Is” and “2 O’Clock.”
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Premiere: Taliwhoah Shares Video Of Intimate Performance Of “Safe Space”
UK-born, U.S-raised singer-songwriter Taliwhoah is back with her new single, “Safe Space”, the better part of a year on from her last release, “Imposter Syndrome”. Never shy of being vulnerable, Taliwhoah often lays it all out in her songwriting, but this new one’s more about giving that special someone in her life the tools they need to be vulnerable and open. Produced by Blakk Soul, it’s as delicate as anything she’s put out in the past, but the meaty bassline and fluttering drum patterns drive it forward with an almost nervous tension.
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Premiere: Masked DJ/Producer Hyenah Delivers Afro-House Rework Of Fairplay’s “Latlal”
Jordanian house music duo Fairplay are just about to drop a fresh remix package for their latest single, “Latlal”, and we’ve got the exclusive on the remix from masked DJ and producer Hyenah. Originally released via Zatar Music—the recently minted label from Berlin-based DJ/producer Phonique—the original was...
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RAYE Drops Much-Anticipated Debut Album ‘My 21st Century Blues’
RAYE has just released her first full-length album, My 21st Century Blues—a defiant manifesto emphasising the importance of freedom, amongst other things. The project was executive produced by long-time collaborator Mike Sabath and illustrates the breadth of the South London singer’s enormous talent, from vulnerable songwriting—covering painful topics such as abuse and body dysmorphia—to a dynamic, powerful vocal performance that compels listeners to engage with the stories she’s sharing.
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Dwayne Johnson Reveals Mother Was in Car Crash
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s mother is lucky to be alive. The actor revealed that his 74-year-old mother, Ata Johnson, was in a car accident in Los Angeles on Wednesday night. He shared a photo of the damage to her red Cadillac on Instagram, which shows the front passenger side—the hood and front bumper—of her car completely torn up. “She’s OK,” he wrote.
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Report: Executive Creative Director Ruba Abu-Nimah Exits Tiffany & Co
Ruba Abu-Nimah has reportedly exited Tiffany & Co. Per a report on Thursday from Women’s Wear Daily, Abu-Nimah—who first joined the brand in 2021—has left her position as executive creative director of marketing and communications. While additional information was not provided, Business of Fashion also reported on Abu-Nimah’s exit.
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Lil Bibby Says Final Juice WRLD Album Is in the Works
Juice WRLD’s third and final posthumous project is on the way. Lil Bibby—the founder of Juice’s record label, Grade A Productions—announced the news via Instagram on Saturday along with a video of the late rapper jamming out in the studio. Bibby told fans he wanted the upcoming album “to feel like a celebration,” as he believed the time of mourning had passed.
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Five Oddball Grammy Categories, Explained
The 65th Annual Grammy Awards is taking place in Los Angeles this Sunday (Feb. 5), and there are a lot of categories—91 to be exact. People are, of course, most familiar with the big four (Album of the Year, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best New Artist) and some of the subsections for mainstream genres like rap, pop, and rock. However, dozens of awards are not televised and, upon further investigation, there are a few interesting categories.
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Missy Elliott Becomes First Female Rapper Nominated for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Missy Elliott has made history as the first female hip-hop artist to ever get a nomination for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The 51-year-old artist has been nominated alongside the likes of Kate Bush, Sheryl Crow, Cyndi Lauper, and George Michael. Throughout her extensive career, Missy Elliott has won five Grammys, and just last year she was honored with a street in her Virginia hometown named after her. The 2023 induction ceremony for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is set to take place later this year, with a time and venue yet to be announced.
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Drake Praises Lil Wayne During Tribute Speech at Recording Academy’s Black Music Collective Event
Drake credited Lil Wayne for his role in shaping modern hip-hop. The OVO rapper made the comments during the Recording Academy’s Black Music Collective event as part of Grammys weekend. Drake appeared via video to present his mentor with the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award. And, in typical Drizzy fashion, the speech was equal parts comedic and emotional.
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The Best New Music This Week: Lil Keed, GloRilla, JID, and More
February is starting out a little slow, but there’s still some good music you should know about. Lil Keed’s estate dropped his new posthumous single “Long Way to Go.” GloRilla is taking aim at her haters on “Internet Trolls.” And JID and Lute teamed up for “Ma Boy,” which will appear on the Creed III soundtrack. This week’s list also includes songs from PinkPantheress, 2Rare, and more.
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James Cameron Determines Jack Might’ve Lived After Conducting Real-Life ‘Titanic’ Study
James Cameron is putting the Titanic debate to rest once and for all. In honor of the film’s 25th anniversary, the Avatar director conducted experiments to see if Jack truly could have survived on that floating board alongside Rose at the end of the film. Per Good Morning America,...
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The Best Movies on Hulu to Watch Right Now (February 2023)
For a long time, Hulu just didn't have the same clout as Netflix. But times are changing, and Hulu is on the rise, with the streaming service even directly competing with Netflix when it comes to prices. While Netflix is often lauded for its large selection of TV shows, Hulu has its own equally impressive library, from award-winning comedy and drama content to guilty pleasure reality TV.
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Ice Spice Links With PinkPantheress in Video for “Boy’s a Liar Pt. 2”
The British singer-songwriter PinkPantheress has teamed up with Bronx rapper Ice Spice for a remix of her fan-favorite track “Boy’s a Liar.”. The original track, which PinkPantheress co-produced with Mura Masa, arrived last year before showing up on her Take Me Home EP, and now it’s getting an extra boost courtesy of the “Munch” rapper. While most rappers might struggle to rap over the type of production PinkPantheress works with, Ice Spice effortlessly blends into the track on the remix, which is titled “Boy’s a Liar Pt. 2.”
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Austin Butler on People Saying He Still Sounds Like Elvis: ‘Am I Being Phony? Is This Not My Voice?’
Austin Butler can’t seem to escape the shadow of portraying Elvis Presley in Baz Luhrmann’s Oscar-nominated 2022 musical biopic. During an appearance on the Graham Norton Show, Butler—who took home the 2023 Golden Globe in the Best Actor in a Drama category—was asked for his thoughts on the discourse about his voice still sounding like Elvis.
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Aries Gets Blinged Up In Debut Juicy Couture Collab
London-based label Aries has joined forces with Juicy Couture for a dazzling collaboration that encapsulates the ethos of both brands. Marking the entities’ debut partnership, the Rhinestone Cowboys collection is inspired by Nudie Cohn, the very first Rhinestone Cowboy, and his Nudie Suits. Celebrating the maximalist nature of Juicy Couture’s aesthetic, the collaborative capsule is delivered as a playful interpretation on the sex, drugs and rock’n’roll lifestyle of LA.
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Video Producer Jason Baum Talks Working on Kendrick Lamar’s 5x Grammy Nominated “The Heart Part 5”
“I do this for my culture,” Kendrick spits in the second verse of “The Heart Part 5.”. Since 2010, the Compton rapper has periodically released these slices of his heart in song form. Ruminations of a Gemini. Tightly packed cultural reflections. Raw models of his lyrical ability. At 23, that meant a formal introduction. “I’m free, finally I can say I’m me,” he raps on “The Heart Part 1.” Then, he continues, “J. Cole runnin’ late/If he don’t show up, think I can take his place/Ladies start laughing… No pun intended, I ain’t being sarcastic.”
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Percival Unveils ‘Blue Willow Club’ Collection For SS23
Fresh from the release of its vacation-inspired Receptionist capsule, London-based label Percival has returned with its latest offering for Spring/Summer 2023. Titled Blue Willow Club, the collection features an array of understated, light silhouettes for the warmer months, along with geometric patterns and floral detailing which promises to bring a fresh sophistication to any summer wardrobe.
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Adam Sandler on Script for Safdie Brothers’ ‘Uncut Gems’ Follow-Up: ‘It Was Great’
Adam Sandler’s next movie will see him reuniting with the critically acclaimed duo behind the 2019 film Uncut Gems, Josh and Benny Safdie. Sandler recently spoke about the untitled film, as well as the Safdie Brothers’ work ethic, during an interview with the Hollywood Reporter. “They’ve been writing...
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What to Watch This Week: ‘Knock at the Cabin,’ ‘Harlem’ Season 2, ’Pamela, A Love Story, and More
It’s February and this month is already looking promising with its movie and TV releases. This week in particular is an exciting one, for both streaming and theaters. Universal Studios hosted a screening of Knock at the Cabin, hosted by director M. Night Shyamalan and Pete Davidson, and Complex was there to watch the film and cover the event. Netflix also hosted a screening and Q&A at The Paris Theater in New York to showcase their latest documentary film Pamela, A Love Story, about Pamela Anderson’s life and story, which was produced by her son, Brandon Lee, whom she shares with ex-husband Tommy Lee.
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