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music-entertainment1 year ago

"Decoding the Drake and Kendrick Lamar Rap Feud"

Drake released a diss track, "Push Ups (Drop and Give Me 50)," in response to Kendrick Lamar's "Like That," igniting a rap feud involving various artists including Future, Metro Boomin, J. Cole, and the Weeknd. The track takes aim at Kendrick's height, former label situation, and throws shade at other artists. The beef also involves Rick Ross, with Drake making allusions to Ross's past and relationship with Diddy. The diss track has sparked speculation about Drake's references to significant others and unexpected targets like Ja Morant, adding fuel to the ongoing rap civil war.

via The Ringer|
#diss-track#drake#hip-hop
music-entertainment1 year ago

"Drake's Controversial Support for Tory Lanez Amid Megan Thee Stallion Shooting"

Drake's public support for Tory Lanez, who was convicted of shooting Megan Thee Stallion, has sparked controversy and disappointment. Despite overwhelming evidence against Lanez, Drake and other artists like Chris Brown and Meek Mill have expressed solidarity with him, raising questions about their stance on violence against women. The article criticizes the normalization of advocating for convicted perpetrators of violence against Black women and highlights the need for accountability and support for survivors.

via Rolling Stone|
#advocacy#assault#drake
music-entertainment1 year ago

Taylor Swift's Emotional Milestone: From 'Starstruck' Tour Opener to Record-Breaking MCG Performance

Taylor Swift was "starstruck" by the 96,000-strong crowd at the opening night of her Eras Tour in Melbourne, Australia, marking her largest performance to date. The Sydney Morning Herald gave her a five-star review, and fans marveled at her high-energy, three-and-a-half-hour show. Swift also teased a new cover image and bonus track for her upcoming album, The Tortured Poets Department, and will soon perform at Accor Stadium in Sydney. The cost to replace the Melbourne Cricket Ground's turf after the tour is estimated to be nearly $1 million.

via Entertainment Tonight|
#australia#concert#eras-tour
music-entertainment1 year ago

"Alicia Keys' Super Bowl Halftime Show Controversy: The Aftermath"

Alicia Keys' Super Bowl Halftime performance with Usher faced criticism for a brief vocal mishap, leading to her vocals being edited in the re-uploaded YouTube video by the NFL and Apple Music. Despite the controversy, her husband Swizz Beatz defended her, emphasizing the overall performance and dismissing the negativity. Keys also faced scrutiny for her closeness with Usher during their performance, overshadowing Usher's tribute to his music catalog and guest appearances by other artists.

via Variety|
#alicia-keys#music-entertainment#super-bowl-halftime
music-entertainment1 year ago

"Kanye West's 'Vultures' Livestream Party Controversy"

Kanye West's live-streamed listening party for his upcoming album "Vultures" was abruptly shut down after he sang a controversial lyric referring to himself as an "antisemite." The streaming service, Veeps, cut the feed just after the lyric was sung. The album also contains other offensive lyrics, drawing criticism from fans and Jewish groups. This incident follows previous antisemitic remarks made by West, including a tweet that led to lost partnerships and billionaire status.

via New York Post |
#antisemitism#controversy#kanye-west
music-entertainment1 year ago

"Killer Mike's Grammy Night: Wins, Arrest, and Confusion"

Killer Mike swept all three rap categories he was nominated for at the Grammys, sparking debate among young rap listeners and media personalities. He was also arrested at the event but remains confident of being exonerated. In an interview, he expressed gratitude for his wins, addressed criticism, and discussed the significance of his album's recognition. He also responded to comments from Drake and Jay-Z, emphasizing the importance of making art from the heart and staying consistent. Despite the arrest, he remains grateful and focused on his family and music.

via GQ|
#grammy-awards#hip-hop#killer-mike
music-entertainment1 year ago

"Unraveling the Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion Feud: A Deep Dive into Misogynoir in the Rap Community"

After a public feud, Megan Thee Stallion's "Hiss" topped the Billboard Hot 100, while Nicki Minaj's response track "Big Foot" debuted at No 23. Minaj's targeted campaign against Megan, including insults and doxxing, has drawn criticism. Despite Minaj's own struggles in the industry, her response has been seen as regressive and insecure, potentially marring her legendary career.

via The Guardian|
#billboard-hot-100#feud#megan-thee-stallion
music-entertainment1 year ago

"Taylor Swift's Secret Plan for Tortured Poets Department Revealed"

Taylor Swift strategically announced her upcoming album, "The Tortured Poets Department," during her Grammy acceptance speech, revealing that she had been working on it since her previous album. The album will feature 16 tracks, including collaborations with Florence + the Machine and Post Malone, and hints at personal experiences, such as a song seemingly referencing her relationship with Joe Alwyn. Swift's announcement came after winning her 13th Grammy, and she also won Album of the Year for "Midnights." The article also lists the winners of various categories at the 66th Grammy Awards.

via E! NEWS|
#grammy-awards#music-entertainment#music-industry
music-entertainment1 year ago

Killer Mike Addresses Grammy Arrest Incident

After winning three Grammy awards, including Best Rap Album, Killer Mike was arrested at the ceremony, allegedly for pushing a security guard to the ground. He released a statement expressing gratitude for the support and confidence in being cleared of wrongdoing, while also sharing the joy of his son finding a kidney match. However, a LAPD source claims the situation was more complex, with the security guard alleging that Killer Mike tried to bypass her and pushed her to the ground.

via The Root|
#arrest#grammy-awards#killer-mike
music-entertainment1 year ago

"Jay-Z's Grammy Speech Defending Beyoncé and Awkward Moments at the 2024 Awards"

Jay-Z used his acceptance speech at the Grammys to call out the awards' biases against non-white musicians, particularly highlighting Beyoncé's lack of Album of the Year wins despite her numerous nominations and accolades. He emphasized the need for the Grammys to address systemic issues in their voting process and acknowledged the ongoing struggle for recognition faced by Black artists. Standing alongside his daughter Blue Ivy, Jay-Z urged artists to keep showing up and striving for the recognition they deserve.

via Teen Vogue|
#album-of-the-year#beyonce#blue-ivy
music-entertainment1 year ago

"Jay-Z Defends Beyoncé and Calls Out Grammy Awards in Acceptance Speech"

During his acceptance speech at the Grammy Awards, Jay-Z called on the Recording Academy to better recognize Black artists, highlighting that his wife Beyoncé, despite having the most Grammys in history, has never won album of the year. He urged the Academy to "get it right" and acknowledged the lack of recognition for Black talent in the past. Jay-Z's remarks underscore ongoing calls for the Grammys to honor the hip-hop community and Black artists, with previous winners and industry figures also advocating for Beyoncé's overdue recognition.

via The Washington Post|
#beyonce#black-artists#grammy-awards
music-entertainment1 year ago

"Jay-Z's Grammy Speech: A Critique of the Recording Academy's Snubs"

During his acceptance speech at the Grammy Awards, Jay-Z called out the Recording Academy for its failure to recognize women and artists of color, as well as for its treatment of rap and hip hop performers. He highlighted the lack of recognition for Beyoncé's album of the year wins despite her numerous Grammys, and urged artists to keep showing up until they receive the accolades they deserve.

via CNN|
#beyonce#grammy-awards#jay-z
music-entertainment1 year ago

"Jay-Z Criticizes Grammys for Snubbing Beyoncé as Taylor Swift Breaks Record at 2024 Awards"

During his acceptance speech at the Grammy Awards, Jay-Z criticized the academy for never awarding his wife Beyonce the best album award, despite her 32 wins in other categories. He emphasized the subjective nature of the awards and urged the academy to "get it right." Jay-Z's passionate rebuke drew mixed reactions on social media, with some applauding his speech and others poking fun at the Grammys' expected response. The music mogul was honored with the Dr. Dre Global Impact Award for his contribution to the music industry, alongside Lenny Kravitz and Mariah Carey.

via Daily Mail|
#acceptance-speech#beyonce#grammy-awards
music-entertainment1 year ago

"Taylor Swift's Anticipated Grammy Night Sparks Fan Frenzy"

Taylor Swift and Lana del Rey will be seated together at the upcoming Grammys, amidst a dispute between Universal Music Group (UMG) and TikTok over music rights. The seating arrangement is seen as a potential act of unity and defiance, with CBS revealing their seating via Instagram. UMG has released an open letter accusing TikTok of attempting to lowball them and not addressing issues of online safety and hate speech. The seating could be a message and power play by the pair and UMG to show TikTok the kind of artists they're separating themselves from.

via Marca English|
#grammys#lana-del-rey#music-entertainment