With the loss of multi-talented instrumentalist Roy Ayers, who died on Wednesday at the age of 84, the hip-hop world is honoring one of its greatest inspirations and sample sources. Hip-hop production stalwarts such as J. Dilla, Dr. Dre, DJ Premier, Pete Rock, Q-Tip, Madlib, and others have sampled from …
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Roy Ayers, the jazz vibraphonist whose smooth fusion planted the seeds of acid jazz and neo soul, died Wednesday at the age of 84. Ayers’ family confirmed his death on the musician’s Facebook page: “It is with great sadness that the family of legendary vibraphonist, composer, and producer Roy Ayers …
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In 1971, Ringo Starr called for peace and unity on his single “It Don’t Come Easy.” The record made its way onto the setlist for his performances at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium in January, hosted in support of the American Red Cross and Los Angeles residents impacted by the recent wildfires. …
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Julien Baker and Torres stopped by The Daily Show to showcase their country ballad “Bottom of a Bottle” and to chat with host Michael Kosta. The duo, in coordinating custom-made suits, performed the introspective song alongside a live band in front of a colorful backdrop. “Bottom of a Bottle” comes …
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T.I. and Tiny’s defamation accuser was a no-show today at a court-ordered hearing where she was due to face a contempt charge in her ongoing legal war with the married musicians. While Los Angeles Judge Michael Shultz previously promised to issue a warrant for Sabrina Peterson’s arrest if she didn’t …
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A biopic about country singer Randy Travis is currently in the works. The film, Forever and Ever, Amen, will feature fellow country artist Clay Walker as Travis. The film, named after Travis’ signature hit and his 2019 memoir, was announced on Wednesday night at the Grand Ole Opry. It is …
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Morgan Wallen is using his music to open up about his mental health in the teaser for his latest track, “I’m a Little Crazy.” The singer shared a snippet of the song on Instagram Thursday, and it is expected to be included on his upcoming album, I’m the Problem. “I’m …
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Paris Paloma made her U.S. TV debut on The Late Show to perform her recent single “Labour” alongside the Resistance Revival Chorus. To showcase the anthemic song, which reflects on women’s rights, Paloma recreated iconic feminist art installation The Dinner Party, with choreography that paid homage to the history of …
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Sean “Diddy” Combs has been accused of threatening and physically abusing his employees in a second superseding indictment that was returned today as part of the embattled mogul’s sex trafficking and racketeering criminal case. The new 15-page indictment, obtained by Rolling Stone, did not name any new co-defendants but instead …
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Glastonbury has revealed the lineup for the 2025 edition of the British music festival. Headliners will include the previously-announced Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts and Rod Stewart, as well as Olivia Rodrigo, the 1975, Charli XCX, Doechii, Noah Kahan, the Prodigy, Alanis Morissette, Raye, and Biffy Clyro. Other confirmed …
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