A new documentary film called Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President is set to arrive in “virtual cinemas” on September 9, with a physical release to follow on October 9. The movie, directed by Mary Wharton, follows the 39th U.S. president’s life-long passion for music, how he used that enthusiasm in his political campaigning, and
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Play video content @42069horndog/@alexthefeminist/Tik Tok The words of Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion came head-to-head with the word of the Lord on a city sidewalk — and it sounds like the former might’ve beaten out the good book. Check out this video of an older guy reading aloud from the Bible on a sidewalk,
Joe Budden has announced that his popular program The Joe Budden Podcast with Rory and Mal will no longer air on Spotify, as Variety and the Verge report. Budden announced the news in the latest episode of the podcast, which was released earlier today (August 26). “September 23rd, I cannot tell you where this podcast
Exclusive The 11th time was not a charm for Mark David Chapman, the man who murdered John Lennon … his request for parole was once again rejected. The infamous killer had another interview with the Board of Parole last week in New York, and just like his 10 previous attempts … the Board was unmoved.
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Exclusive Kanye West took advantage of a tech company to advance his Yeezy brand and launch his popular Sunday Service, then left them high and dry … according to a new suit. MyChannel, Inc. says it’s a black-owned business specializing in video and e-commerce technology. The company claims it linked up with Kanye in Spring
London-based virtual reality live music platform MelodyVR has acquired Rhapsody International (the parent company of Napster) for $70 million. According to a press release, MelodyVR hopes the “acquisition will enable the creation of a unique music platform that will offer both immersive live performances and music streaming.” MelodyVR CEO Anthony Matchett said in a statement,
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Joey Fatone says it’s game if ‘NSYNC and Backstreet Boys ever square off in a battle of the boy bands … and he thinks it wouldn’t even be close!!! We got Joey out at LAX Monday and our camera guy asked him about the possibility of ‘NSYNC and Backstreet battling
Comedian Hannibal Buress has announced a five-city tour of Midwest drive-in theaters in support of his latest comedy special Miami Nights. He released the special for free on YouTube in July. Check out the full run of tour dates below. Much of the special centers on a 2017 incident in Miami during Art Basel in
Beyonce is back with another visually striking music video … and Queen Bey says it’s got a very important message in these seemingly impossible times. Beyonce just dropped the music vid for her song, “Brown Skin Girl,” and it’s not your typical eye-candy experience. The video’s really artsy and features appearances from her daughter, Blue
Justin Townes Earle, the singer-songwriter and son of Steve Earle, has died. The news was confirmed on his official Facebook page. He was 38. This story is developing. “It is with tremendous sadness that we inform you of the passing of our son, husband, father and friend Justin,” the statement reads. “So many of you
Diddy has done it again … bringing powerhouse Black musicians and artists together in a stunning display of talent and solidarity, only this time — he did it on a shoreline!!! The Bad Boys honcho was leading the pack Saturday out in Malibu with some pretty famous faces in the biz following close behind. We’re
Luxury fashion brand Louis Vuitton has shared a new video featuring a 20-minute set by Ms. Lauryn Hill and a full band. Hill performed six tracks, including “Black Rage,” her most recent single “Guarding the Gates,” her 1998 classic “Doo Wop (That Thing),” and more. Watch the full black and white clip below. The set
Exclusive Rapper Lil Mosey can’t legally drink yet, but he’s old enough to have some adult trouble with the law after getting arrested for carrying a concealed weapon. Law enforcement sources tell TMZ … the 18-year-old “Pull Up” rapper was busted in Burbank when cops pulled over a 2016 Cadillac Escalade with 3 people inside
Brandy and Monica have been announced as the next guests on Verzuz. More than 20 years after facing off on their 1998 hit “The Boy Is Mine,” they’ll reconvene for a livestream from Atlanta on Monday, August 31, at 8 p.m. Eastern. Since launching in the spring, the Verzuz series has featured a number of
This is both frightening and interesting … Germany is putting thousands of volunteers in harm’s way in the middle of the pandemic, to see if indoor events — like concerts –can resume. The research study — sanctioned by the government — solicited 4,000 folks between the ages of 18 and 50 … all of whom
Travis Scott has shared his new single “The Plan.” The track will be featured in Christopher Nolan’s forthcoming thriller Tenet. Listen to “The Plan” below. Scott discussed Tenet in a recent interview with GQ’s Gerrick D. Kennedy. “I can’t even explain it,” Travis Scott said of the film. “You literally just have to watch it.
You might say God is feeling the ‘Noize’ now … Quiet Riot’s drummer, Frankie Banali, has died following his battle with pancreatic cancer. Frankie died Thursday night in Los Angeles surrounded by loved ones, according to his wife, Regina, who said he lost his 16-month battle with cancer. Frankie’s wife says chemotherapy stopped working and
Luna have covered Television’s classic “Marquee Moon.” The cover features Luna’s founding bassist Justin Harwood, who departed the band in 2000. The new cover was made remotely: Dean Wareham sang and played guitar from Los Angeles; Lee Wall drummed in Austin, Texas; Sean Eden played guitar in San Francisco; and Harwood recorded the bass in
Exclusive Maluma and CNCO will attempt to pull off what few entertainers have been able to do this year — perform for a live audience — but to do so, they’re setting some strict rules for the fans who want to risk it. We’ve learned the pair is currently casting “super fans” to be a
The Chicks sang the national anthem on the Democratic National Convention’s final night. They opened a night headlined by a speech from Joe Biden with a remote performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Watch it happen below. Last night, Billie Eilish did a rendition of her new single “my future” for the DNC. She also shared
Gucci Mane‘s giving a first look at his first child with Keyshia Ka’oir … from inside her belly. The rapper shared a couple sonograms from his wife’s recent ultrasound exam, captioning the pics … “My baby otw.” Gucci’s clearly still beaming with fatherly pride after announcing last week that he and Keyshia are expecting their
The virtual Democratic National Convention had its third night tonight. In addition to speeches from Barack Obama, Kamala Harris, and Hillary Clinton, tonight’s virtual convention featured the debut performance of “my future” from Billie Eilish. Watch it happen below. Before she performed alongside her brother FINNEAS, Eilish encouraged people to register to vote and endorsed
Exclusive Britney Spears wants a change in her 12-year conservatorship but she didn’t get it at today’s court hearing … because TMZ has learned it was all status quo. As we reported, Britney’s lawyer filed legal docs asking to permanently replace her dad, Jamie Spears, as the conservator over her person. She also wants a
A new song by the late Philadelphia rapper Chynna has been released. “stupkid” is the first posthumous track from the artist, who died on April 8 at the age of 25. The new song is produced by Kashaka and it arrives on what would have been Chynna’s 26th birthday. Listen to “stupkid” below. Tributes to
Play video content Really good at football. Really bad at singing!!! That’s how the Philadelphia Eagles players felt about rookie QB Jalen Hurts — booing the guy off the stage during a performance at the team facility … and the footage is hilarious!!! The former Oklahoma/Alabama star tried to best to perform Maze’s 1981 hit,
Travis Scott has announced that his new single “The Plan” will drop this coming Friday (August 21). Scott broke the news on Twitter, writing, “FLAME x CHRIS NOLAN COOK UP THE PLAN FRIDAY.” The new track will appear on the soundtrack for Christopher Nolan’s upcoming action film Tenet, which stars Robert Pattinson, John David Washington,
Australian singer Natalie Imbruglia was only 22 years old when she shot to stardom after she released her first single, “Torn,” which topped the Hot 100 Airplay in the fall of 1997 and opened the doors for her debut album, “Left of the Middle” … and even scored her a Grammy nomination for Best Female
Orville Peck and Shania Twain stopped by the latest episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon!, where they performed their new single “Legends Never Die.” Their performance was filmed in an empty bar. Watch it below. Peck and Twain released “Legends Never Die” last week, along with a flashy music video. The single appears
Breaking News Kanye West‘s wheels are turning about his next big project, and he thinks he’s on to something huge … JESUS TOK. The rapper and presidential candidate says he was perusing some content on TikTok with his daughter and “as a Christian father” … he was disturbed by some of the stuff he saw.