Month: August 2020

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Rock Daypop

Listen To Tom Morello’s Previously Unreleased Song ‘You Belong to Me’

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Tom Morello has released “You Belong to Me,” a previously unissued song from his solo project The Nightwatchman.

The track mentions Nat Turner, who led a 1831 slave rebellion in Virginia. Morello wrote in a statement of the song: “Our present is tethered to our past. The overseer’s whip & noose of history are today echoed in the policeman’s baton & pistol. I had a very clear idea I wanted to express with the song & the video and that is: Sometimes, enough is enough.”

Morello has released four albums as The Nightwatchman, including his most recent, 2011’s World Wide Rebel Songs. He has toured and recorded with supergroup Prophets of Rage and released his 2018 solo LP, The Atlas Underground. 

Take a listen to “You Belong To Me” at the video link: here.

Tom Morello Sings Powerful Slavery Song ‘You Belong to Me’

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He also directs the video for the previously unreleased song. Continue reading…
 

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Pop Daypop

Keke Palmer To Serve As Host Of The 2020 MTV Video Music Awards

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The 2020 MTV Video Music Awards officially have a host. Actress, singer, and tv personality Keke Palmer will emcee this year’s event, the first live awards show since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.

“We’re thrilled to have the multi-talented Keke Palmer as this year’s VMAs host,” Bruce Gillmer, President of Music, Music Talent, Programming & Events for ViacomCBS Media Networks said of the pick. “Keke is an energetic force and a quadruple threat with unmatched comedic wit who will make this year’s show truly unforgettable.”

Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga are up for the most awards with nine nominations each. Billie Eilish and The Weeknd follow with six nods each, with Taylor Swift earning five.

The 2020 VMAs will air live from New York City’s Barclays Center on Sunday, Aug. 30 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. 

Keke Palmer Will Host The 2020 VMAs, With A Little Help From True Jackson

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Say hello to Keke Palmer, who will be your host of the 2020 MTV VMAs — once she locks down…
 

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Lizzo Signs First-Look Development Deal With Amazon

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Lizzo has signed a first-look deal with Amazon to develop and produce future TV projects. The co-heads of television at Amazon Studios, Albert Cheng and Vernon Sanders, announced during the company’s virtual TCA press tour that Lizzo (real name Melissa Viviane Jefferson) has signed a first-look deal.

Lizzo made a brief appearance during the virtual call to express her enthusiasm for the deal, saying, “I’m so excited to partner with the amazing team at Amazon. Thank you to Jen Salke and the rest of the team for making this dream come true. I can’t wait to get started and share my vision with the world.”

Lizzo will be making her first foray into TV with the first-look deal.

Lizzo Signs First-Look Deal With Amazon for New TV Projects!

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Lizzo is teaming up with Amazon! The “Juice” Grammy Award-winning singer signed a…
 

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News Daypop

Justice Department To Send Federal Agents To Fight Crime In St. Louis, Memphis

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The U.S. Justice Department said on Thursday that federal law enforcement agents will be sent to St. Louis and Memphis, Tennessee, to help fight violent crime. The announcement marks the expansion of “Operation Legend,” a plan introduced last month in several cities to address spikes in crimes such as murder. The operation was first launched in Kansas City, Missouri, on July 8, and has since been expanded to Chicago; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Cleveland; Detroit and Milwaukee.

U.S. Attorney General William Barr said in a statement that federal agents being sent to St. Louis and Memphis will work with local law enforcement “to take the shooters and chronic violent criminals off of our streets.”

The Justice Department said the agents going to the two cities will be from the FBI; the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF); the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the U.S. Marshals Service.

Federal agents and investigators coming to Memphis to help fight violent crime with ‘Operation LeGend’

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NEWS RELEASE FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE Operation Legend Expanded to Memphis and St. Louis…
 

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Sports Daypop

Green Bay Packers To Ban Fans For First Two Home Games Of Season

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The Green Bay Packers announced Thursday that they will not allow fans into Lambeau Field for their first two home games of the 2020 NFL season because of the coronavirus pandemic. The decision means the stadium will remain empty in Week 2 against the NFC North rival Detroit Lions and Week 4 versus the Atlanta Falcons

Packers President Mark Murphy said in a statement:  “Lambeau Field will not be the same without our fans’ energetic support in the stands. Given the extraordinary circumstances this year and the additional protocols in place, though, we determined it was best to take incremental steps to start the regular season. These two games will allow us to focus our attention on safely conducting games inside the stadium with all necessary participants.

“We are hopeful that we will be able to host fans for games later in the season, should conditions allow. We will continue to consult with community healthcare and public health officials on the pandemic conditions in our area. We ask our fans to continue to help by wearing masks and maintaining social distancing guidelines.”

The Packers’ first potential home game with fans in attendance at Lambeau will be Nov. 1 against the Minnesota Vikings.

Packers ban fans from Lambeau Field early, hold out hope for later in season

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The Green Bay Packers announced on Thursday that fans will be barred from Lambeau Field for the…
 

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Milwaukee Bucks Clinch No. 1 Seed In Comeback Win Over Miami Heat

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The Milwaukee Bucks secured the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference with a 130-116 win over the Miami Heat on Thursday inside the NBA’s bubble in Orlando, Fla.

The Bucks entered the game on a two-game losing streak, but rallied from a 23-point deficit to clinch the top seed.  Bucks Khris Middleton tied with Giannis Antetokounmpo to lead the team with 33 points

The Bucks claimed the No. 1 seed in the East with four games to spare. The Los Angeles Lakers already secured the top seed in the Western Conference.

The NBA playoffs are set to begin Aug. 17.

Bucks clinch No. 1 seed with 130-116 comeback win over Miami

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More Bucks coverage Bucks Fastbreak: Milwaukee earns the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference…
 

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Country Daypop

Kane Brown And U.S. Veterans Team Up For Remix of “Homesick” To Benefit Military

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Kane Brown teamed with a group of U.S. military veterans to record a new version of his No. 1 hit, “Homesick.” 

For every stream of “Homesick (Veterans Version),” The Crown Royal Purple Bag Project will pack one bag to be donated as a care package to non-profit Packages From Home and will donate $1 to the Minority Veterans of America (up to $100,000). Since 2010, Crown Royal has worked with Packages From Home as a national charity partner supporting their purpose of sending thanks to troops overseas. 

“Homesick” topped the Billboard Country Airplay chart and Mediabase chart in March 2020. The single is featured on Kane’s 2018 album, Experiment.  The new remix features vocals from Generald Wilson, Retired Petty Officer First Class, U.S. Navy; J.W. Cortés, Retired Gunnery Sergeant, U.S. Marines; and Sal Gonzalez, Retired Lance Corporal, U.S. Marines.

Listen to “Homesick (Veterans Version)” at the link: here

Kane Brown’s Special Veterans Remix of ‘Homesick’ Benefits American Heroes [Listen]

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Kane Brown is honoring America’s military veterans with a very special new remix of his hit…
 

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Entertainment Daypop

“Candyman” Filmmaker Nia DaCosta Slated To Direct “Captain Marvel 2”

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Candyman director Nia DaCosta has been tapped to helm the Captain Marvel sequel starring Brie Larson. DaCosta will be the first African-American woman to direct a movie in the Marvel Universe.

Captain Marvel debuted in March 2019, grossing $1.1 billion at the box office worldwide. Larson, who also appeared as the character in Avengers: Endgame, will return as the titular character. Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck directed and co-wrote the first Captain Marvel. The new film will take place in the present day after the first one took place in the 1990s.

DaCosta’s Candyman reboot was originally slated to hit theaters this summer but was delayed until Oct. 16 due to the coronavirus pandemic.  It’s unclear when filming of Captain Marvel 2 is expected to begin, but the script has been completed.

‘Captain Marvel 2’ Lands Nia DaCosta as Director

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Filmmaker Nia DaCosta, director of the highly anticipated horror reimagining of…

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Sony To Release Whitney Houston Biopic ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody’

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Sony and TriStar Pictures have won a bidding war for I Wanna Dance With Somebody, a biopic based on the life of the late Whitney Houston.   The film will be released Thanksgiving of 2022. Bohemian Rhapsody screenwriter Anthony McCarten will pen the script, which will be directed by Stella Meghie.  The movie also has the full support of Whitney‘s estate.

I Wanna Dance With Somebody is “meant to cover her prime as a performer, including her work on The Bodyguard and her legendary performance of the national anthem at the 1991 Super Bowl, while alluding to her tragic death in 2012. The film will also feature many of Houston’s hit songs.”

Clive Davis is producing the film, along with Pat Houston on behalf of Whitney’s estate. Clive said in a statement: “From all my personal and professional experience with Whitney from her late teenage years to her tragic, premature death, I know the full Whitney Houston story has not yet been told. I am so glad that Anthony McCarten has committed to a no holds barred, musically rich screenplay that finally reveals the whole Whitney whose vocal genius deeply affected the world while she bravely battled the demons that were to be her undoing.”

Sony signs on for Whitney Houston biopic ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody’

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Sony Pictures have won a bidding war for the forthcoming Whitney Houston biopic ‘I Wanna Dance…
 

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Black Sabbath’s Deluxe Edition Of ‘Paranoid’ Album To Be Released For 50th Anniversary

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Black Sabbath have announced details of a new edition of the band’s 1970 classic Paranoid.  The super-deluxe version of Paranoid is being released to mark the album’s 50th anniversary, and will now be available as a 5LP set. The release marks their first official outing on vinyl. 

The album is also accompanied by a hardbound book featuring interviews with Ozzy Osborne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward, as well as photos, memorabilia, a poster, and a replica of the Paranoid tour program. A 4CD set is also available. 

The super-deluxe version of Paranoid is available for pre-order at the link here 

Black Sabbath Announce Deluxe 50th Anniversary Paranoid Box Set

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Black Sabbath’s beloved Paranoid album is getting the deluxe box set treatment for its…
 

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