Month: January 2021

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Pop Daypop

Olivia Rodrigo debuts at No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100 with “Driver’s License”

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Olivia Rodrigo is kicking off 2021 with a No. 1 hit single. Rodrigo’s debut, “driver’s license” has debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart this week. Billboard reports that the song earned 76.1 million on-demand streams in its first week of availability, the biggest debut streaming week for a single in history. 

At just 17, Rodrigo was best known as the star of Disney shows Bizaardvark and High School Musical: The Musical: The Series. Her song’s fast rise to the top lead to speculation that the lyrics of “driver’s license” addressed her former relationship with her HSM co-star Joshua Bassett. Rodrigo is now one of the first artists ever to debut a song at No. 1 without a well-established music career.

“driver’s license” is the first single from Rodrigo’s upcoming EP, which has yet to reveal a release date.

Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘drivers license’ Debuts On The Billboard Hot 100 at No 1!!

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Olivia Rodrigo‘s debut single “drivers license” just debuted on the Billboard…
 

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Inauguration rehearsal interrupted by security alert due to nearby fire

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Inauguration rehearsals in Washington, D.C., were interrupted and the U.S. Capitol was locked down Monday after a nearby fire caused a temporary security alert. The U.S. Secret Service said in an announcement that the Capitol complex was shut down “out of an abundance of caution” in response to “a small fire in the area of 1st and F streets SE.” The emergency alert was issued just as a dress rehearsal for the swearing-in of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice president-elect Kamala Harris was about to begin. Participants for the outdoor event were rushed back into the building; when the threat was cleared, rehearsals resumed.

The actual inauguration will take place Wednesday on the West front of the U.S. Capitol building at noon. Biden will deliver an inaugural address, though most of the events will be virtual this year, because of the pandemic and security threats after the storming of the U.S. Capitol by a mob on Jan. 6.

On Wednesday afternoon, the oaths of office will be followed by the Pass In Review on the East front of the building with members of the military, which is the traditional ceremony for the peaceful transfer of power to a new commander-in-chief.

“Celebrating America,” a 90-minute live special, will air Wednesday evening and will feature remarks from Biden and Harris, as well as tributes to COVID-19 first responders.

Live Updates: Nearby fire prompts brief security scare at Capitol

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Capitol Police said a fire under a highway several blocks south of the Capitol prompted a lockdown.
 

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President-elect Joe Biden volunteers, President Trump works on MLK Day of Service

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President-elect Joe Biden and his wife, Dr. Jill Biden spent Martin Luther King Jr. Day volunteering as the Presidential Inauguration Committee partnered with local, state and national organizations virtually for a National Day of Service. The Bidens filled food boxes at Philabundance, a hunger relief organization in Philadelphia. Vice President-elect Kamala Harris and husband Doug Emhoff volunteered at Martha’s Table in Washington, D.C. A statement by the inauguration committee said, “The National Day of Service is an opportunity for all Americans to unite and serve at a time when the global pandemic calls on all of us to work together and support our communities.”

The White House designated Monday as a working day for President Donald Trump. A daily schedule released by the White House to reporters said, “President Trump will work from early in the morning until late in the evening. He will make many calls and have many meetings.”

The inaugural committee sponsored a “United We Serve” virtual celebration with participants including the surviving children of King — the Rev. Dr.Bernice King and Martin Luther King III. The Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial in Washington, D.C. was closed to the public through Thursday for security reasons connected with Wednesday’s inauguration.

On MLK Day, Biden volunteers, Trump adds names to his proposed statue garden

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Trump’s 1776 Commission also released a report attacking “identity politics.”
 

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Sports Daypop

Cleveland Cavaliers look to trade or waive Kevin Porter after outburst

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The Cleveland Cavaliers are looking to trade or waive guard/forward Kevin Porter Jr. after he had an outburst with team officials. Sources on Monday that the Cavaliers plan to move on from Porter, after Porter became angry Friday when the team gave his old locker to teammate Taurean Prince. Prince joined the team last week after he was traded from the Brooklyn Nets.

20-year-old Porter has not played this season for what the team has called “personal reasons.” He was arrested in November and faced charges of improper handling of a firearm in a motor vehicle, failure to control the vehicle and misdemeanor possession of marijuana, before those charges were dismissed. He practiced Thursday before he attended his first game of the season Friday in Cleveland

The 6-foot-4, 203-pound Porter averaged 10 points, 3.2 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game in 50 appearances in 2019-20, entering the league as the No. 30 pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. 

Next up, the Cavaliers will host the Nets at 7 p.m. EST on Wednesday in Cleveland.

Sources: Cavs look to trade Porter after outburst

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The Cavs intend to cut ties with Kevin Porter Jr., either by trading or waiving the second-year…
 

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University of Tennessee fires football coach Jeremy Pruitt

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The University of Tennessee has fired football coach Jeremy Pruitt after three seasons. Pruitt was fired after an internal investigation into alleged recruiting violations.

Pruitt and the Volunteers had a 3-7 record in 2020. He had a 16-19 overall record during his tenure at Tennessee. The Volunteers went 5-7 in his first season in 2018 before an 8-5 campaign and Gator Bowl victory in 2019.

Tennessee signed Pruitt to a two-year contract extension in September. He signed a six-year contract when he was hired by the school in 2017. Pruitt served as a defensive coordinator at Florida State, Georgia and Alabama before he accepted the Tennessee job. He had no previous experience as a head coach.

Vols firing Pruitt following internal investigation

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Country Daypop

Kip Moore releases new song “How High” and announces Ryman Auditorium Show

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Kip Moore has released another new song from his upcoming extended record Wild World Deluxe, the track “How High.” Moore also shared a new video for the song produced and co-written by Moore. You can view the video at the link – here.

Moore’s 17-track collection, Wild World Deluxe, will be available on February 12 and is available to pre-order now here.  To celebrate the release Moore also announced a special concert event, WILD WORLD DELUXE: LIVE AT THE RYMAN set for release day (2/12), taking place at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN at 8pm CT, Tickets to the global livestream event will be available beginning Tuesday, Jan 19 at ryman.com/event/kip-moore/. The show will also benefit ACM Lifting Lives, with $1 from every ticket sold being donated to the cause. 

Kip Moore Announces Ryman Auditorium Concert to Celebrate ‘Wild World Deluxe’

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Kip Moore and a small group of socially distanced fans will celebrate his new album at the Ryman…
 

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Willie Nelson Shares Lyric Video for “That’s Life”

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Willie Nelson and Frank Sinatra were close friends, and the two even went on to play shows together. In 2018, Nelson released My Way, remaking some of Sinatra’s best-known songs.

On February 26th, Nelson will release That’s Life, another set of Sinatra classics. In addition to hits like the title track and “I’ve Got You Under My Skin,” he includes lesser-known songs like “Just in Time” and “The Lonesome Road” from 1959. The album was largely recorded at Capitol Studios in Hollywood, where Sinatra recorded from 1956 to 1961.

Nelson has released the lyric video for the title track, which you can view at the link – here.

Willie Nelson Shares New Single and Lyric Video for “That’s Life”

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Legacy Recordings, a division of Sony Music Entertainment, announces the premiere of…
 

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‘Ozark’ and ‘The Crown’ lead the Critics Choice Awards Nominations:

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Netflix’s Ozark and The Crown each earned six Critics Choice Award nominations, announced on Monday.  Streaming service Netflix led the field with 26 nominations and premium cable network HBO followed close behind with 24 nods.

Lovecraft Country (HBO), Mrs. America (FX), Schitt’s Creek (Pop) and What We Do in the Shadows (FX) earned five nods apiece, while Better Call Saul (AMC) and The Plot Against America (HBO) each are up for four awards.

Critics Choice Association CEO Joey Berlin said in a statement, “We are so thrilled to be celebrating the incredible work that was released during this extended season. In a year when the need for entertainment was undeniable, the industry rallied to deliver beautiful series that delighted us, educated us, challenged us, and most importantly, brought us all together.”

Winners will be announced during a March 7 ceremony hosted by entertainer Taye Diggs.

Critics’ Choice Awards 2021: The Complete List of TV Nominations

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Critics’ Choice Awards series nominations were revealed on Jan. 18. To see the full list of TV…
 

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Rock Daypop

Mural of Eddie Van Halen to be unveiled in Hollywood

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Artist Robert Vargas has finalized a mural he is painting of Eddie Van Halen to be displayed at Guitar Center in Hollywood, which will be unveiled on Jan. 26.

Van Halen, who grew up in Pasadena, died of throat cancer on Oct. 6 at the age of 65. Following Van Halen’s death, fans left flowers at his childhood home on Las Lunas Street in Pasadena. Vargas, a contemporary artist known for his mixed-media portraits, murals and live events, was born and raised in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Boyle Heights. His best-known works include a city of L.A. commissioned mural of legendary Suicidal Tendencies frontman Mike Muir titled “Can’t Stop. 

Eddie Van Halen Mural Coming to Hollywood

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“Prog For Peart” Tribute Event for Neil Peart Announced

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A special tribute concert for late Rush drummer and lyricist Neil Peart, titled “Prog For Peart,” has been announced. The event will feature 16 prog rock bands playing two shows that will benefit research to the brain cancer that took Peart’s life last year. Prog For Peart will be taking place on July 2nd and 3rd at The Northcourt in Abingdon, UK and organizers have announced that they shows will also be streamed online live. 

According to the official announcement: “16 prog bands play in 2 gigs over 2 days to celebrate the life of Neil Peart & to raise funds to combat the brain cancer that stole his life. Bands appearing inc: Solstice, The Room, This Winter Machine, Hats Off Gentlemen It’s Adequate, The Emerald Dawn, The Far Meadow, IT, Rain, Bravado, The Paradox Twin, Warmrain, Wynter, 25yd Screamer, Semper Vera & Shaven Primates

Prog For Peart is on Friday 2nd of July 2021 and Saturday 3rd July 2021. All profits go to research trials of a promising new treatment for Glioblastoma Multiforme. The trials are being carried out by Nottingham Trent University with funds being distributed by the Headcase Cancer Trust.” 

For more details check out the link – here.

Neil Peart Charity Show, ‘Prog For Peart’ Set For July 2021

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A special charity show, Prog For Peart, in honor of the late Rush drummer, Neil Peart, is set to…
 

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