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Nas And Lauryn Hill Declares American Tour

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By: Melgie Claire

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Nas and Lauryn Hill declared a joint tour on Tuesday scheduled for this fall. The tour commences September 7th in Chicago, jumbling the nation before wrapping up in Vancouver on October 11th. Roots reggae artist Chronixx will fill in as the opener for 11 shows, with comedian Hannibal Buress warming up the crowd at the other six shows. The declaration comes after Nas as of late celebrated the Fugees front woman’s birthday together a week ago (May 26). “Singing Happy Birthday Stevie Wonder flair to my spirit sister Ms. Lauryn Hill blessings and endowments love. Free the Big Bro Lord,” Nas subtitled his post.

Nas and Hill broadly teamed up on the hit “If I Ruled the World (Imagine That)” in 1996. They likewise set out on a comparative tour together in 2012, playing 10 dates after Nas discharged his “Life Is Good” collection. “This is history,” the rapper said in regards to the joint tour in an announcement at the time. “Better late than never. Life is good!”

Nas has not released another album since that year. Be that as it may, he’s been productive over the most recent 15 years contrasted with Hill, who has not put out an LP since her MTV Unplugged recording in 2002. Most as of late, Nas contributed raps to Baz Luhrmann’s simply crossed out Netflix arrangement “The Get Down”.
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A&E To Make Documentaries On The Notorious B.I.G. & Tupac Shakur

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A&E is set to re-launch its Biography arrangement this mid-year with biographies about The Notorious B.I.G. including, Tupac.

A two-section biography, Biggie: The Life of Notorious B.I.G. incorporates at no other time heard recordings by Biggie and also talks about meetings with his mom Voletta Wallace and his widow Faith Evans, partners Nas, Diddy, and Jay-Z, alongside Lil Cease and individuals from the Junior M.A.F.I.A. The doc additionally shares already discreet document footage of Biggie.

A&E arrangements to take after The Notorious B.I.G. film with a six-section series about the passing of Tupac, called Who Killed Tupac? It includes the commitments of civil rights lawyer Benjamin Crump, whose mother went to secondary school with Tupac’s late mother, Afeni Shakur. Official Vice President and Head of Programming at A&E Network, Elaine Frontain Bryant, disclosed the system’s choice to spotlight the killed rappers by means of a public statement. The documentaries are a piece of a bigger A&E activity to convey rappers to its Biography arrangement, with future shows on Grandmaster Flash, Kanye West, and Chance the Rapper also prearranged.

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Review: U2 Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Iconic ‘Joshua Tree’ Album

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By Armando

U2. The Joshua Tree Tour 2017

In early 1987, U2 embarked on a tour in support of “The Joshua Tree”, an album that was inspired by the band’s earlier trips around America. Almost instantly, both album and tour were commercial and critical successes, and by end of that year, U2 was bigger than ever, with the album topping charts around the world and receiving near universal acclaim. To say The Joshua Tree was pivotal to the band’s success would be an understatement; the album signaled the arrival of U2 on the global stage and, for better or worse, defined many of the band’s creative decisions since.

Thirty years later, the band is revisiting that iconic album on the road with the ‘The Joshua Tree Tour 2017’. Packing AT&T Stadium in Dallas on Friday night with the most enthusiastic fans from different generations, cities and cultures, its was an awe-inspiring night that shows how timeless the album is, how its message resonates as strongly as ever, especially in this fractured time in America.

As the band’s first tour in support of a back catalog, ‘The Joshua Tree Tour 2017’ reminds us that U2 is now entering a different phase in their career. It has been awhile since the band charted a hit single and album. But like the all-time greats, U2’s impact is measured by their live performances and concert tours, and as such ‘The Joshua Tree Tour 2017’ did not disappoint; it was visual and auditory spectacle and a great treat to nostalgic fans who wants to see the album fully come to life… from start to finish.

Yes, the band played the album sequentially, from beginning to end, including “Red Hill Mining Town” which the band has never played live before. Surrounded by a breathtakingly gigantic widescreen behind the stage which showcased various landscapes in America, the band played every song with passion and purpose. Bono, The Edge, and bassist Adam Clayton moved around and covered the stage like pros that they are, while drummer Larry Mullen Jr. held his ground. It was a spectacular sight to behold.

That album set was book-ended by pre-Joshua Tree songs (the anthemic “Sunday Bloody Sunday”, tour staples “New Year’s Day”, “Bad”, “Pride (In the Name of Love)”), an encore that is both emotional and stirring (“Miss Sarajevo”, “Ultraviolet”, “One”), and a celebratory finale that sent the stadium on it’s feet (“Beautiful Day”, “Elevation”, “I Will Follow”).

As one might expect, Bono came with socio-political commentary on his back-pocket: at one point thanking George Bush for his commitment to AIDS activism, then later reminding that they are guests in the country, among others. During one of his speeches, Bono made a fleeting mention of their humbling 1981 Dallas debut at the now defunct Club Bijou, a name Bono struggled to remember but somehow reminds us again how ‘The Joshua Tree’ transformed and catapulted the band from clubs to the world’s biggest stage.

The Joshua Tree Tour 2017 will bring U2 to various cities in North America including headlining Bonnaroo Music Festival in Manchester, Tennessee, and with a second leg across Europe starting in London in July 8. Armando

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Drake wins 13 awards at 2017 Billboard Music Awards

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In case you haven’t noticed, Drake is on a hot streak lately and breaking records in the process. Sunday night was no different for the artist at the T-Mobile Arena in Last Vegas, where Drake had a big night.

Drake won 13 awards, and breaking the record for most wins in a single show in the process, surpassing Adele’s 12 wins in 2012. Before the night, Drake was the top nominee, along with The Chainsmokers, with 22 nods. The Canadian rapper was named Top Artist, beating Beyonce, Rihanna, Adele, Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, the Weeknd, twenty one pilots, Shawn Mendes and the Chainsmokers.

“I got my whole family up here,” Drake announced as he accepts his Top Artist win on stage with his large entourage, among them Nicky Minaj, Lil Wayne as well as his father.

Other big winners of the night include Beyoncé who won five trophies of her own including Top Female Artist, Twenty One Pilots also winning five including Top Duo/Group, followed by The Chainsmokers won in four categories including Top Hot 100 Song. English singer-songwriter Zayn was Top New Artist, while Korean boy band BTS won the Top Social Artist award.

Some of the night’s standout performances include Nicki Minaj who opened the show and Miley Cyrus who performed her new single “Malibu.” The Chainsmokers also performed their new single “Young”, Celine Dion with her iconic “My Heart Will Go On,” and Lorde with her latest “Greenlight.” Florida Georgia Line also performed with John Legend for an amazing “Surefire” and “H.O.L.Y.” mashup, while country music star Sam Hunt performed his hit “Body Like a Back Road.”

Cher was also on-stage to perform her 1999’s global hit “Believe,” and “If I Could Turn Back Time.” After her performance, Cher received the Icon Award which was presented by Gwen Stefani,

Pre-recorded via satellite was Ed Sheeran, who is currently on tour in Santiago, Chile, as well as Bruno Mars who performed from Amsterdam.

Imagine Dragon performed their new song, “Believer,” then frontmant Dan Reynolds took the stage once again to deliver a touching tribute in memory of Chris Cornell who died at age of 52 last week.

Ludacris hosted the night for a second year in a row, together with co-host Vanessa Hudgens.

For a full list of winners, go to Billboard.com

Outside the T-Mobile Arena was just as fun as the world’s biggest stars in music stunned the magenta carpet with both whimsical and classic ensembles. Among them were Nicole Scherzinger, Kate Bekinsale, Olivia Munn, Ty Dolla Sign, Laura Marano, and John Legend.

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Beyoncé Up For Seven Awards At The BET Awards 2017

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By: Melgie Claire

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The BET Awards, which will be held for this present year June 25 at the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles, discharged the designations Monday (May 15). Maybe one of the greatest storylines of the night will be the Nicki Minaj and Remy Ma quarrel.

In spite of the fact that Remy Ma as of late guaranteed that the “dust has settled,” she will go up against the authoritative champion for the title of Best Female Hip Hop Artist. Nicki Minaj has won the honor each year since 2010. Prior to her run, the Terror Squad vet did make a case for the title. Other ladies incorporated into the class this year are Missy Elliott, Young M.A, and Cardi B.

Beyoncé drives all chosen people with seven gestures. Queen Bey is up for Best Female R&B/Pop Artist and twice for Best Collaboration with Kendrick Lamar for “Freedom” and DJ Khaled’s “Shinning” with her better half Jay Z. She’s likewise designated for Video of the Year for “Sorry,” which gave her a gesture for Video Director of the Year close by Kahlil Joseph. Her widely praised LEMONADE collection is up for Album of the Year.

Chance The Rapper is up for four honors, including Album of the Year for “Coloring Book”, and Best New Artist where he’ll go up against Cardi B, Young M.A, Khalid, and 21 Savage.
Migos gets, that is correct, a trio of selections. Quavo, Takeoff and Offset are up for Best Group and their raving success “Bad and Boujee” with Lil Uzi Vert is in the running for Best Collaboration and Video of the Year.

List of the nominees are as follow >>:
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Chris Cornell, Soundgarden Frontman Dies At 52

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American musician, singer and songwriter Chris Cornell passed away unexpectedly at the age of 52. The Soundgarden and Audioslave frontman was found dead early this morning from a “possible suicide”.

Cornell is widely regarded as one of the architects of the grunge movement of the 90s. He’s been voted one of the “Best Singers Of All Time” by Rolling Stone, and one of the “Greatest Voices in Music” by MTV. He formed Soundgarden in 1984 together with original members Kim Thayil and Hiro Yamamoto who left and replaced on the bass by Jason Everman until the band got settled with Ben Shepherd. With the band, Cornell achieve worldwide commercial and critical success with their breakthrough fourth album ‘Superunknown’, which was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Rock Album in 1995.
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Review: Chainsmokers’ Memories Do Not Open Tour

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By Armando

The Chainsmokers

Last year was a career highlight for The Chainsmokers. After building a fan base and mainstream pop success with “#Selfie” and “Roses”, the duo hit it big with “Don’t Let Me Down” and “Closer”, a one-two punch at the charts that brought the duo worldwide success and a Grammy Award. So it’s only expected that this tour will follow through. Based on the reception of the crowd last night, the timing is just right.

The Chainsmokers, an EDM-pop duo consisting of Andrew Taggart and Alex Pall, performed their chart hits Tuesday night in front of the loud crowd, albeit predominantly teenage girls, amid elaborate lighting and stage production at the BOK Center in Tulsa, OK.

It was a very tight show full of flames, pyrotechnics, giant screens, rising stage, and multiple set designs. They seamlessly mixed live band performance with the club atmosphere of the stage. There is always something happening to entertain a generally young hype-active crowd, and kept their energy high throughout the night. I admit some of their cheesy choreography were out of left field boy-band moments. But there is no deep existential meaning to it: you come to their show to enjoy their music, leave your snotty attitude at the door, have fun and that’s what they delivered.

The show was complex with various stage changes, but well executed down to the tee, leaving little impromptu and audience interaction. The artists felt bigger than life and distant even from the front row. Towards the end of the show Andrew did run across down the stage to hi-five the fans. He also played multiple instruments throughout the night, suggesting he might be more than just the vocals of the act. He filled in for Chris Martin for “Something Just Like This”. Martin will probably show up in a few venues, but Tulsa wasn’t as lucky. It was also Alex Pall’s birthday (24th, according to Taggard, jokingly). With the sold out show in Tulsa and the upcoming Billboard Music Awards, for which they are the top nominee, the duo has plenty to celebrate.

After seeing the show, there is no denying that the Chainsmokers is at the top of their game. It was a big, entertaining and spectacular show fitting for the hot artist of the moment, and crowd reciprocated in kind. They successfully crossed over from their EDM roots to mainstream pop, a tricky formula to get right. As with many artists who break out into music stardom, they received somewhat of a post-Closer backlash after their debut album received mixed to negative reviews. But last night, that didn’t seem to matter.
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The Chainsmokers is currently on a North American tour in support of their album, “Memories…Do Not Open”. American DJ Whethan opened the show followed by special guest “Kiiara” and featured Emily Warren on vocals throughout the night.
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Review: Mary J Blige Dons Her Face In Strength Of A Woman

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By: Melgie Claire

Mary J. Blige, Strength of a Woman, Capitol


There isn’t a devoted Hip Hop fan alive who doesn’t recollect the standout guest vocals from Mary J. Blige on Method Man’s 1995 raving success “I’ll Be There For You/You’re All I Need To Get By.” The unquestionable demeanor of cool she oozed as she sang close by one of Wu-Tang Clan’s most scandalous individuals was extraordinary.

Twenty-three years later, the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul has a reiteration of exemplary collections under her belt, including “What’s The 411”, “My Life”, “Share My World” and “Mary”. Each venture played like a profoundly enthusiastic, sonic journal she used to cleanse each crude feeling she was encountering. From substance mishandle and sadness to a string of failed relationships, her life conditions gave enough fuel to maintain her genuinely reliable artistic yield.

While she may have subdued her drug addiction and liquor abuse, the Bronx local’s thirteenth studio collection, “Strength of a Woman”, discovers her handling a well-known subject — the disintegration of another relationship. This time, be that as it may, the stakes are significantly higher.

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‘Beauty and the Beast’ and ‘Stranger Things’ Big Winners At MTV Movie & TV Awards:

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With a new brand name comes new categories added this year, including including best host, best reality competition, tearjerker, next generation, trending, best musical moment and best American story.

But it was the first category of the night that drew lots of attention. “Billions” star Asia Kate Dillon presented the first gender-less “best actor in a movie,” which went to “Beauty and the Beast” star Emma Watson. The Shrine Auditorium on May 7, 2017 in Los Angeles. The category is the first in history of putting both male and female actors competing in the same category.

Stranger Things won two prize, one for Show of the Year, and another for star Millie Bobby Brown, who was named best actor in a show.

The cast of Fast & Furious was also honored with the MTV Generation Awards, and Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson and Jordana Brewster were there to accept the award for their highly successful franchise. “In 2002, I was standing on this stage and MTV had given Paul Walker and I an award for Best Duo, and now 15 years later, I’m with my whole family and you’re giving us the Generation Award,” Diesel said.

Full list of winners below >>
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Jay Z & J. Cole Headline 2017 Made In America Music Festival

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By: Melgie Claire

Despite the fact that “Made in America” won’t discover its approach to Los Angeles again at any point in the near future, the music celebration headed by Budweiser has turned into a custom in Philadelphia.

What’s more, that proceeds again this year as Made in America 2017 reported its official lineup for the festival, which will run September 2 and 3 which happens at Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia, PA and for the individuals who can’t go, TIDAL will live stream the celebration on TIDAL.com.

The current year’s show will profit both the ACLU of Pennsylvania and United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey. An essential objective of this music festival is to positively affect the communities included.
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