Pharrell Williams and Jay-Z are weighing in on the plight of black men and women in the United States — through a collaboration on a new song entitled “Entrepreneur”. After the death of George Floyd ...
Across the U.S., the ice cream truck song is a familiar sound during summer — but it has a racist past. Will drivers stop playing it? The familiar melody is actually called “Turkey in the ...
The classic reggae anthem by Bob Marley will be reimagined to benefit children who are affected by the global pandemic, with proceeds going towards UNICEF. According to a UNICEF press release, members of the late ...
On Independence Day, music superstar Kanye West tweeted that he will run for president in the 2020 election. The 43-year old rapper has previously been vocal in his support of President Trump, but would now ...
Juneteenth took extra precedence this year amidst ongoing protest about inequality faced by African Americans today. The holiday, which celebrates the emancipation of all slaves after the Civil War, inspired a slew of musical artists ...
Importantly, participants in ‘Blackout Tuesday’ should not use the #blacklivesmatter or #blm hashtag because their posts will drown out valuable information. The music industry is announcing a “Blackout Tuesday” in response to the death of ...
Grammy-winning music superstar Lady Gaga is teaming up with the World Health Organization to raise money and awareness with a global televised special in support of the fight against the coronavirus pandemic. The Oscar-winning singer ...
Grammy-winning rock icon Bob Dylan released a surprise song at the end of last week — a meditation on the assassination of John F. Kennedy, through the lends of American political and pop-cultural history. The ...
“Some entertainers are seeking to console or at least occupy the attention of those in lockdown by creating new content to stream online.” As America joins other countries in hunkering down to avoid coronavirus, the ...
“I remain hopeful and believe that music can serve to bring us together as a nation.” A new documentary about the 39th President of the United States is set to open the Tribeca Film Festival ...
“I say this with love to the Grammys, because you really need to know this. Every year, y’all be killing us, man. I’m speaking for all the artists here, producers, executives. The amount of time ...
“We have to acknowledge the long, horrible history of black men being falsely accused of sexual violence in this country… we also have to acknowledge the long and horrible history of sexual violence against black ...
“The music industry—and entertainment fields at large—have long been rife with corruption and victimization, given the nature of its constituents: aspiring artists, intense capitalization, and decadent lifestyles.” Oprah Winfrey will executive produce a new documentary ...
Amos will not only recall the tale of her career, but will address current social causes such as the #MeToo movement and the current generation of young people leading the charge on issues like gun ...
All proceeds from Del Rey’s new song will go to relief funds for victims of El Paso, Dayton, as well as from the shooting in Gilroy, California that occurred on July 28. Grammy-nominated pop singer ...
“Hearing/seeing an act of terrorism happen so close to home, my family, and my friends has been unbelievable and shocking. Singing ‘915′ and ‘city of El Paso’ on tour every night feels indescribable.” Grammy-nominated R&B ...
Bucking potential imprisonment, “Paulchard” of Rammstein stood up for LGBTQ rights with a bold kiss on stage in Moscow. German heavy metal band Rammstein doesn’t seem like a likely ally for the LGBTQ community, but ...
Global Citizen Festival aims to engage citizens to end extreme poverty by 2030, with a little help from some celebrity friends. The eighth annual Global Citizen Festival in New York City, which aims to eradicate ...
“What we are saying is what we are seeing in the streets. We are telling a story of the moment we are in right now.” Puerto Rican recording artists Bad Bunny, Residente, and iLe released ...
Nicki Minaj is scheduled to perform in Saudi Arabia, a nation that beheaded five men in April for admitting to sexual relations with other men. The Human Rights Foundation is advising Nicki Minaj to cancel ...
“Let’s show our pride by demanding that, on a national level, our laws truly treat all of our citizens equally.” Music superstar Taylor Swift wrote an open letter to her state senator earlier this month ...
“I wrote ‘I Rise’ as a way of giving a voice to all marginalized people who feel they don’t have the opportunity to speak their mind.” Music superstar Madonna released a new single for her ...
The song doesn’t just talk about nature—it also touches on different ethnicities and nationalities, urging for peace and harmony. Released on April 19 in anticipation for Earth Day, rapper Lil Dicky’s music video about saving ...
“Tim wanted to make a difference—starting a foundation in his name is our way to honor his memory and continue to act in his spirit.” A year after his death, the family of late electronic ...
“Davis’ life was complex, complicated and contradictory. A new documentary on trailblazing entertainer Sammy Davis, Jr. takes us on a journey through a tumultuous period in U.S. history from World War II to Civil Rights ...
“I love my country, these are complicated issues” but that regardless of political affiliation, “you’ve gotta believe we can do better,” – Brandon Flowers, lead singer of The Killers. Acclaimed film director Spike Lee joined ...
The new documentary Bad Reputation gives you a behind the scenes look at Joan Jett’s wild ride and rise through the music industry. The focus of a new documentary called Bad Reputation, veteran rock star ...
Superstar singer Beyoncé is continuing her mission to celebrate and empower African Americans through her art and media presence. The latest example includes her upcoming September cover of Vogue, where the singer requested the first ...
The smash hit Broadway musical “Hamilton” will tour Puerto Rico next year, but creator Lin-Manuel Miranda will also be bringing a multi-million arts fund to help rebuild the island’s arts and cultural scene. The island ...
In anticipation for Donald Trump’s presidential visit to British prime minister Theresa May in the United Kingdom this week, a social media campaign in the U.K. is aiming to make the popular 2004 song “American ...
Dan Reynolds, frontman for the Grammy Award-winning rock band Imagine Dragons, is on a mission to explore how the Mormon Church treats its LGBTQ members. The new documentary, Believer, which is also the name of ...
Singer-Songwriter Shawn Mendes made a powerful statement in solidarity with gun violence victims at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday, performing a song with members of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School choir from ...
Music streaming service Tidal, owned by Jay-Z parent company Project Panther Bidco, has been accused of intentionally falsifying streaming numbers for Beyoncé’s “Lemonade” and Kanye West’s “Life of Pablo” albums; consequently paying inflated royalties to the two ...
Consciously swiping the infamous catchphrase “This is America” for the title of his song, singer-actor Donald Glover debuted the music video for his new tune this past Saturday, in conjunction with hosting NBC’s “Saturday Night ...
Jane’s Addiction and former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Dave Navarro is gearing up to host Above Ground, a Los Angeles benefit concert which aims to raise awareness for mental health issues and suicide prevention, on ...
Quincy Jones interview: “We’re the worst we’ve ever been, but that’s why we’re seeing people try and fix it.” Music industry legend Quincy Jones recently sat for an interview with Vulture, the culture and entertainment ...
Grammy award-winning pop superstar Rihanna is teaming up with French President Emmanuel Macron to help bring education to developing countries, notably in conflict and crisis areas. On Friday in Dakar, Senegal, Rihanna co-headlined a conference ...
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