music blog
Cardi B Wishes Husband Offset a Happy 30th Birthday: ‘I Love the Man That You’re Becoming’
Cardi B wished her other half Offset a happy 30th birthday on Tuesday (Dec. 14) by thanking him for always being by her side. She scrolled down memory lane with a carousel of her and Offset’s best memories, from photoshoots to nights out to playtime with their 3-year-old daughter Kulture to the first time he held his second child with Cardi, whom she gave birth to in September. Cardi praised Offset for his love and commitment to her, business acumen and dedication as a father to the children they share as well as his other three previous children. “Happy birthday to my huuuuusband, best friend and babydaaadddyyy. I love you so much and I’m so proud of you. We have overcome so much together. I love the man that you’re becoming and I love the father that you are. Thank you for always being t...
Here’s the Date of the 2022 Guild of Music Supervisors Awards
The Guild of Music Supervisors Awards’ 12th annual GMS Awards will be held on March 20, 2022, one week before the 94th annual Academy Awards will be presented at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. The GMS Awards will be held midway through the final-round voting period for the Oscars (March 17-22), so wins here could help in Oscar balloting for best original song and best original score. The GMS Awards are meant to honor the best in the craft of music supervision. Awards will be presented in the following categories: Best music supervision for film budgeted over $25 million Best music supervision for film budgeted under $25 million Best music supervision for film budgeted under $10 million Best music supervision for film budgeted under $5 million Best song written and/or recorded for a film B...
BIFF BYFORD Looks Back On METALLICA’s 1982 Gig As Support Act For SAXON: ‘They Didn’t Talk To Us For A Long Time’ After That
During an appearance on “The Chuck Shute Podcast”, vocalist Biff Byford of British heavy metal legends SAXON was asked to recount a “good story” involving the members of METALLICA. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): “Back in the day, METALLICA, they supported us. [We played at] the Whisky [A Go Go] club [in West Hollywood in March 1982]. On that night, Ozzy [Osbourne] came to see us. I think we were out having dinner or something before the gig or doing something. And METALLICA was setting up on stage. And I wasn’t there. I was there later for their show, but I wasn’t there [when they were setting up]. And I had a huge electric fan there in front of me, and I think METALLICA asked if they could use it, and our tour manager said ‘No...
CHRIS CORNELL’s Daughter To Perform ‘Special Song In Honor’ Of Her Father On ‘Jimmy Fallon’
Chris Cornell‘s daughter Toni Cornell will “perform a special song in honor of” her dad on this coming Thursday’s (December 16) episode of “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon”. The 17-year-old singer shared the news on Instagram, writing: “Tune in Thursday!!! So excited to perform a special song in honor of my dad on @fallontonight @jimmyfallon”. Three and a half years ago, Toni shared a recording of her and her late father covering Prince‘s “Nothing Compares 2 U” to mark Father’s Day. “Daddy, I love you and miss you so much,” she wrote at the time. “You were the best father anyone could ask for. Our relationship was so special, and you were always there for me. You gave me courage when I didnR...
PAPA ROACH ‘Went Through Hell And Heaven’ To Make Upcoming Album
PAPA ROACH singer Jacoby Shaddix spoke to Dammy Wimmer Presents about the band’s upcoming follow-up to 2019’s “Who Do You Trust?” album, tentatively due in early 2022. “We’re always trying to push the bar,” he said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). “We’re always trying to raise the bar. We’re always trying to bring rock into the future. We’re always trying to be ahead of the game and come original with it. And sometimes we hit the mark and sometimes we miss it. But I’m telling you, this time I think we nailed it, man. I’m just over the moon. I’ll say it, if we ever made a Grammy-worthy rock album, this is it — straight up. “I think the process of making this record, we kicked it off the right way,...
POISON’s BRET MICHAELS Is Leading Support Efforts For Victims Of Storms
POISON frontman Bret Michaels and his staff at Michaels Entertainment Group are coming together to assist those affected by the devastating storms and tornadoes that ripped through six states over the past weekend. Michaels is truly giving residents affected by the recent tornadoes “something to believe in.” He and his team are putting together clothes, blankets, and toys for the families affected by the tornadoes in Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Fans who want to help and support Michaels on his mission may visit www.liferocksfoundation.org. “We all must pull together to help those affected by this devastation and aid in any way that we can, especially during the holidays,” stated Michaels. “My team and I want to do our pa...
Tory Lanez Shouted, “Dance Bitch!” Before Shooting Megan Thee Stallion in Foot
According to testimony at a preliminary hearing for Tory Lanez’s assault trial, the controversial artist shouted, “Dance, bitch, dance!” before shooting Megan Thee Stallion in the foot. Via TMZ, the revelation came from LAPD Detective Ryan Stogner, who was relaying Meg’s version of events. According to Det. Stogner’s testimony, at approximately 4:30 a.m. on July 12th, 2020, Lanez was standing on the step board of an SUV while Meg stood outside of it. The two had been fighting, and Lanez was intoxicated when he yelled at her to “Dance!” As shots rang out, Meg “immediately felt pain to her feet, observed blood, fell to the ground, and then crawled to an adjacent driveway of a residence.” Det. Stogner’s testimony confirmed public knowledge of the event, including that Mega...
Tours On Sale This Week: Jack White, Primus, Bonnie Raitt, Coheed & Cambria, and More
It’s the final full week of 2021 — at least by music industry standards — and plenty of artists are squeezing in last-minute tour announcements. Jack White’s first solo outing in four years and Primus’ RUSH tribute tour highlight this week’s offerings. Artists including Coheed and Cambria, Korn, Andrew Bird with Iron & Wine, Bobby Weir & The Wolf Bros, Tim McGraw, Bonnie Raitt, and Don McLean also announced tours this week. Get all the details, including applicable pre-sale codes below. Jack White: Get Tickets via Ticketmaster In 2022, Jack White hit the road for the first time in four years for a massive tour in support of his pair of upcoming albums. “The Supply Chain Issues Tour” consists of 57 shows taking place in North America, the United Kingdom, and Europe between April and...
Iced Earth’s Jon Schaffer Sued by D.C. Attorney General for US Capitol Riot
Iced Earth guitarist Jon Schaffer is among over two dozen members of the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys being sued by Washington, D.C. Attorney General Karl Racine for their roles in the January 6th US Capitol riot. According to CNN, the lawsuit was filed today (December 14th) in federal court in Washington, D.C., accusing 31 members of the aforementioned extremist groups of “conspiring to terrorize the District” with “a coordinated act of domestic terrorism.” The suit also cites the Ku Klux Klan Act of 1871, made into federal law after the Civil War to protect civil rights and specifically “protect against vigilantes and insurrectionists.” Advertisement Related Video “I think the damages are substantial,” Racine told The Washington Post of the millions of dollars the District spent to d...
Tyler, the Creator and Tame Impala to Headline BUKU Music + Art Project 2022
Buckle up, New Orleans: After a year away, BUKU Music + Art Project is making its return. The Big Easy’s boutique festival will go down on March 25th and 26th, 2022, and today, they’ve announced the full lineup featuring headliners Tyler, the Creator and Tame Impala. Influenced by New Orleans’ rich history, the festival lineup spans across multiple genres, including sets from Glass Animals, Taking Back Sunday, 100 gecs, Tierra Whack, Porter Robinson, $UICIDEBOY$, Vince Staples, Alison Wonderland, Kali Uchis, Baby Keem, Trippie Redd, TroyBoi, Maxo Kream, Flo Milli, Kennyhoopla, and many more. This year marks the 10th anniversary of BUKU, a festival that’s just as vibrant as its home city. Aside from music, attendees can also check out stunning art installations, pop-up dancing crews, and “p...
Burna Boy – B. D’OR ft Wizkid
Spaceship Entertainment unveils the brand new song “B. D’OR” from Burna Boy featuring Wizkid out now. Finally, Burna Boy has put out his latest piece of music titled “B. D’OR” teaming up with multiple award-winning singer Wizkid. The two music superstars have been jointly teasing the new track via social media. It was first announced during the London O2 Arena “Made In Lagos” concert. Nigerians and all fans across the world have been looking out for this. Listen, enjoy & share Burna Boy – “B. D’OR” ft Wizkid below. [embedded content] Download
Dr. Dre Reveals He’s Just Finished A New Album With Marsha Ambrosius
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Bernard Smalls / @PhotosByBeanz Dr. Dre is arguably the greatest Hip-Hop producer that ever lived, so when he gets in the studio the world patiently awaits the end product . Now it seems like he’s ready to drop some new work with an artist we didn’t necessarily see coming. With his lengthy divorce proceedings finally behind him, the good doctor is getting back to work on multiple fronts and yesterday took to Instagram to reveal that he’s just wrapped a collaboration album with former Floetry member, Marsha Ambrosius. Posting a picture of himself with an entire orchestra in the background, Dr. Dre wrote “I just finished recording an album with Marsha Ambrosius. “Casablanco” I had a blast!! This is some of my best work!!” Related Stories Given the amount of...
