Days after Blackpink member Jennie released her latest solo single, “You & Me,” she has decided to jazz it up. An updated version of the tune subtitled “Jazz ver.” removes the original’s squeaky synths, helium-pitched backup vocals, and handclaps in favor of twinkling piano, shimmying tambourine, and finger snaps. There’s …
Read More »Hear Blackpink's Jennie Sing First Solo Single in Five Years, 'You & Me'
Five years after the release of her first solo single, “Solo,” Blackpink‘s Jennie is stepping out again with “You & Me.” The song is part of a double single that features the original version of Jennie’s dance-pop track, plus “You & Me (Coachella ver.)” —a remixed version the group premiered …
Read More »Blackpink Fire Off a Warning Shot With First Song of 2023: Don't Mess With 'the Girls'
Blackpink are back with their first new song of the year, “the Girls,” a track the group crafted for their recently released mobile game. The song itself is an infectious blast of brash, boastful pop anchored by a delightfully defiant chorus: “Stop sign, we’re burning it down/Better watch out, we …
Read More »Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, BLACKPINK and All the Songs You Need to Know This Week
Welcome to ourweeklyrundown of thebest new music — featuring big singles, key tracks from our favorite albums, and more. This week is jam-packed with releases from music’s big-hitters, including two stunning yet distinct tracks from former Disney queens Miley Cyrus and Selena Gomez, a powerful feminist anthem from BLACKPINK, and …
Read More »'Always In Your Area': Blackpink Celebrate Seventh Anniversary
The members of Blackpink celebrated seven years together, with Rosé, Jennie, Jisoo, and Lisa all sharing messages on social media commemorating the occasion. Rosé delivered a heartfelt tribute to the band, and their fans, calling Blackpink “such a blessing in my life.” She continued: “I have really been able to …
Read More »Jennie Tells Dua Lipa About Burning Out From Being Blackpink's Initial Designated Rapper
Everyone in Blackpink has their role to play, and the longer the girl group has continued their domination, the more they’ve worked out the kinks of what works best for each member. During a recent appearance on Dua Lipa‘s At Your Service podcast, Jennie opened up about that initial bumpy …
Read More »Hear The Weeknd, Lily-Rose Depp, Blackpink's Jennie Team Up on 'One of the Girls'
The Weeknd, Lily-Rose Depp, and Blackpink‘s Jennie have shared a new song, “One of the Girls,” which was recorded for an upcoming episode of The Idol. The track marks Jennie’s first non-Blackpink song since her 2018 effort “Solo.” On the HBO series, Jennie plays Dyann, a backup dancer for Depp’s …
Read More »'The Idol': HBO's Cringey Drama Ends Not With a Bang But Whimper
We come not to praise The Idol, but to bury it. That is assuming Sunday’s fifth episode is the last gasp for the widely scorned HBO series. The show’s creative team claims a five-episode season was the plan all along, scathing criticism be damned; HBO has not come out and …
Read More »Jennie Is 'Doing My Best to Recover' After Leaving Blackpink Show Early for Her Health
Jennie is in recovery mode after leaving a Blackpink concert in Australia mid-show over the weekend. The musician, who also stars in The Idol, shared an update on her Instagram, apologizing for not performing the entire show. “Dear Melbourne Blinks, I’m so sorry I wasn’t able to finish the show …
Read More »Blackpink's Jennie Recovering After Leaving Concert Due to 'Deteriorating Condition'
Blackpink were down one member during their recent concert in Melbourne, Australia. After skipping soundcheck earlier in the day, Jennie exited the show in the middle of their performance due to what YG Entertainment has cited in a statement as “her deteriorating condition.” She didn’t return for the remainder of …
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