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Saturday Night Live: 20 of Biggest Breakthrough Musical Performances Since 2000
Saturday Night Live is back! The late-night sketch comedy returns to NBC for the start of its 46th season on Saturday. After spending half of last season shooting at-home episodes due to the pandemic, promos for the show have revealed the cast is back at 30 Rock’s Studio H8 and ready to put on a show. Former SNL cast member Chris Rock (’90-’93) will host the season premiere, which also features the debut performance of hip-hop’s woman of the moment – Megan Thee Stallion. Over the years, the long-running late-night series has featured some iconic performances, usually bringing in artists at a pivotal moment in their career and giving them a legendary platform to transfix America. And so, in that spirit (and because it’s 2020), SPIN looks back at some of the biggest breakthrough pe...
Watch a Retrowave Love Story Unfold in David Guetta and Sia’s Technicolor “Let’s Love” Music Video
David Guetta and Sia have unveiled the official music video for their latest collaborative masterstroke, “Let’s Love.” Doubling down on the synthwave vibrations of the song itself, the video is an all-out blitz of polychromatic contours and 80’s-inspired sci-fi imagery. True to its name, the “Let’s Love” video tells a love story through the lens of a retrowave arc. The visuals and effects are downright magnetic, brimming with the iridescent glow of a Stranger Things trailer. Neon green, pink, and purple hues ensconce the two protagonist lovebirds throughout the flick as they dance in disco clubs, play laser tag, and canoodle in the streets. You can check out the “Let’s Love” video below and find the track on streaming platfor...
David Guetta on Turning Ballads Into Bangers: “At the Beginning, It Was Just About the Drums and the Bass Line”
When it comes to making EDM music, many producers typically take one of two paths: they either make a banging dance floor hit that will smash at the clubs or go for a chart-topping, pop-infused anthem. David Guetta is one of the few producers who can do both—and do both well. This year represents the perfect example of Guetta’s ability to work in both worlds. First, he released the four-track “New Rave” EP with MORTEN, a grouping of instrumentals designed to throw down both in the clubs and at outdoor festivals. Now, Guetta is back with his new song “Let’s Love” with Sia. But according to Guetta, producing the latter type of music hasn’t always come easily. Coming into the music world as a DJ, he learned later how to best work with songwriters...
David Guetta and Sia Unveil 80’s-Inspired Synthwave Track “Let’s Love”
The dream team of David Guetta and Sia are back with yet another collaboration, “Let’s Love.” Fans hoping for a “Titanium”-type house anthem will have to table their anticipation for now, as the duo opted to create an 80s synthwave jam to inspire the masses during dark times. It’s been nine years since “Titanium” came out, but its ingenious creators haven’t lost a step. Taking a page out of The Weeknd‘s book a-la “Blindling Lights,” Guetta and Sia have noticed the increasingly robust synthwave culture and capitalized on its rising popularity. “Let’s Love” features a prominent retro-inspired keyboard riff from Guetta, which melds with Sia’s typically stentorian vocal flavors to offer up...
Sia Joins David Guetta on New Single ‘Let’s Love’
It’s been nine years since Sia and David Guetta released their chart-topping single “Titanium” and the pair has proven yet again that their musical bond is just as solid as titanium itself. On Thursday afternoon, they shared their latest collaboration, “Let’s Love,” which initially saw its sort-of debut on TikTok earlier this week. In an effort to “get over difficult times together,” Guetta let fans join in on the #LetsLove challenge all week with 15 seconds of the song up for grabs, but now it’s time for the song to challenge the charts. “Let’s Love” is as enormous of a track as you’d expect from the two. A sharp and synthy ’80s keyboard riff from Guetta backs up his hard-hitting drums, as Sia’s pipes sound just as bold as they did back in 2011 and in their numerous other collab...
David Guetta and Sia Partner with TikTok to Premiere New Single “Let’s Love”
TikTok is continuing its mission to take over the music industry, landing the premiere of David Guetta and Sia‘s new single “Let’s Love” five days ahead of the official release date. The visionaries behind the hit single “Titanium” have made a calculated move to release a 15-second edit to the platform early, seeing that the tracks that have taken off through hashtag challenges and dance routines have catapulted to the top of charts around the globe. Making a single go viral on TikTok has become the new goal for many artists. Guetta has been encouraging his 1.2 million followers to join the #LetsLove hashtag challenge with hopes of spreading the uplifting message of the track to see how users are staying positive during these tough times. ...
Listen to a Preview of David Guetta and Sia’s Upcoming Collaboration, “Let’s Love”
The dream team of David Guetta and Sia are back. The “Titanium” collaborators have announced a forthcoming single called “Let’s Love,” taking to social media to share a preview of the track. The clip is quite short, but it offers a compelling glimpse into what fans can expect. The lush, melancholic pads and 94 BPM tempo point to a radio-friendly dance pop single as opposed to the electrifying “future rave” sound he described in an interview with EDM.com back in July. Considering Guetta’s versatility and past forays into the melodic alley of EDM, we could very well be hearing a future bass or indie dance tune a-la Martin Garrix‘s collaboration with Dua Lipa, “Scared to Be Lonely.” “Let’s Love” marks the four...
Sia Shares New Song ‘Riding on My Bike’
For anyone looking for some new music that’s great for the whole family, Sia has you covered. Her new song, “Riding on My Bike,” was released today (Aug. 21). The sing-song piano-driven children’s tune effortlessly shows Sia’s affinity toward the carefree, fun and whimsical. The message is simple. The pop singer is going for a bike ride around the neighborhood and talking about what she sees. “Riding on My Bike” is part of the new Atlantic Records children’s music benefit compilation, At Home With the Kids, which includes 24 classic children’s songs, lullabies and even some brand-new original tunes. Net proceeds will be going to benefit Save the Children. Along with Sia, Anderson East released his take on “I Ain’t No Zebra I’m A Bumblebee” today. “Very happy we could all make some music in...
Watch “Never Gonna Give You Up” Singer Rick Astley Cover David Guetta and Sia’s “Titanium”
The iconic singer and Internet phenomenon paid homage to a timeless dance anthem. Fabled English singer Rick Astley has shared a remarkable cover of David Guetta and Sia‘s timeless dance anthem “Titanium.” Taking to YouTube to share the cover, Astley kicked off the video by rhapsodizing about “Titanium,” saying he “absolutely loves” it. “I think it’s perfect for right now because we’ve all got to find something inside us to make us feel a little stronger, and to be able to get through the days that we’re going through,” he continued. Perhaps best known for his iconic single “Never Gonna Give You Up,” Astley goes on to croon Sia’s ageless lyrics with the gravitas of a seasoned vet. Thanks to the m...
Pearl Jam, R.E.M. and More Demand Clearance for Campaign Songs
Pearl Jam, R.E.M. Sia, Lorde and more have joined forces with the Artists Rights Alliance to demand that the political parties “establish clear policies requiring campaigns to seek the consent of featured recording artists, songwriters, and copyright owners before publicly using their music in a political or campaign setting,” the Artist Rights Alliance announce in a statement. The letter also points out “the fundamental right of music creators to decide who can use their music and on what terms.” And if they do not comply, the political parties risk legal action. The ARA furthered their point in the following statement: “We’ve seen so many artists and estates dragged into politics against their will and forced to take aggressive action to prohibit the use of their music – usually songs th...
Sia and Maddie Ziegler Bring Bubbly Performance of ‘Together’ to Tonight Show
The longer people have been staying at home, the more musicians have been putting more creativity into their livestream performances. Sia proved that during her performance of “Together” on The Tonight Show: At Home Edition last night (June 9). Donning her signature wig in pink and yellow, Sia teamed up with her frequent collaborator, dancer Maddie Ziegler, and brought a whimsical party to our screens. From filling the room with bubbles to having a pancake fight, Sia gave us the same energy that she exudes in one of her crazy colorful videos. They even give a shout out to Jimmy Fallon’s line of children’s books. “Together” is the first single off Sia’s directorial debut, Music, based on Dallas Clayton’s children’s book. Aside from sitting in the director’s chair, she also penned the 10 tra...
Sia Enlists Maddie Ziegler, Kate Hudson and More for Rainbow-Filled ‘Together’ Video
Sia has just added a little sunshine to our quarantine days with the new video for her song, “Together,” which is the first single from her upcoming directorial debut, Music. Directed by Sia, the video is an explosion of color and choreography with dancer Maddie Ziegler, who’s starring in the film (and is often seen in Sia’s videos), is dressed as a praying emoji dancing around. She’s later joined by other Music cast members Kate Hudson, dressed as the peace hand sign emoji, and Leslie Odom Jr., who’s best known for portraying Aaron Burr in the Broadway hit, Hamilton. Actor Héctor Elizondo, who is also in the film, has a quick cameo, as well. Music is based on a children’s book by Dallas Clayton. Sia is directing in addition to writing the 10 songs on the film’s soundtrack. And while many ...
