Month: March 2022

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Take a look at Brad Pitt in the trailer for ‘Bullet Train’

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Sony has released the trailer for the action-thrilled “Bullet Train” starring Brad Pitt.  The film, based upon Maria Beetle by Kotaro Isaka, comes from the director of Deadpool 2, David Leitch, with a screenplay by Zak Olkewicz.  Bullet Train is produced by Kelly McCormick, David Leitch and Antoine Fuqua.

In addition to Pitt, Bullet Train stars Joey King. Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Brian Tyree Henry, Andrew Koji, Hiroyuki Sanada, Michael Shannon and Benito A Martínez Ocasio.

Bullet Train arrives in theaters July 15. You can view the trailer at the link – here.

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Rock Daypop

Alice In Chains and Breaking Benjamin to launch 2022 North American tour featuring Bush

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Alice In Chains and Breaking Benjamin have announced a 2022 U.S. tour this summer and fall, featuring special guest Bush. The 30-city trek is set to kick-off on August 10th at The Pavilion at Star Lake in Burgettstown, PA before wrapping-up on October 8th in Mansfield, MA at the Xfinity Center.

Alice in Chain’s Sean Kinney said: “We’re looking forward to finally hitting the road again this summer. It’s been too long and we can’t wait to get outdoors and share a night of music with our fans again.”

Breaking Benjamin’s Ben Burnley added: “We are so extremely excited to be hitting the road with Alice In Chains and Bush. It’s such an honor to share the stage with such amazing bands that we grew up listening to and have influenced us so very much! We can’t wait to see you all out there!!”

Tickets are set to go on sale to the general public, this Friday, March 11th at 10 AM Local via Ticketmaster.

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Phoebe Bridgers announces 2022 “Reunion Tour”

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Phoebe Bridgers announced her 2022 “Reunion Tour” which includes dates across North America, the UK, and Europe.  The Reunion Tour is in support of Bridgers’ blockbuster 2020 album, Punisher.

The North American part of the tour is split into two separate legs. The first leg will take place in between festival appearances at Coachella, Hangout, and Forecastle this spring; and after playing UK/European festivals over the summer, Bridgers will then return to North America in August for a run of dates on the West Coast.

Registration for a Ticketmaster Verified pre-sale is ongoing now; pre-sales takes place Thursday, March 10th at 12:00 p.m. local time via Ticketmaster. $1 of every headline show ticket sold will be donated to The Mariposa Fund, which helps pay for undocumented people trying to obtain reproductive health services.

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Pop Daypop

Lady Gaga reveals Chromatica Ball Tour for Summer 2022

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Lady Gaga has announced the rescheduled dates for her Chromatica Ball stadium tour, which was originally set to kick off March 2020, but was postponed due to the pandemic. The 14-city Chromatica Ball Tour begins in Europe in July with additional North American dates in August, and supports Gaga’s sixth album Chromatica. Chromatica debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, and produced two top-five hits, including “Stupid Love” and “Rain On Me,” featuring Ariana Grande.

Gaga will kick off the tour on July 17 in Düsseldorf, Germany with additional dates in Stockholm, Paris, London, and Toronto. The tour also include several stadium dates in the U.S. including MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ, Wrigley Field in Chicago, Fenway Park in Boston, and Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.

Tickets go on sale Friday in Arnhem and London, and March 14 for all other cities.

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‘’Euphoria Season 2 Original Series Soundtrack” is released, featuring music from Labrinth, Lana Del Rey, Zendaya, Dominic Fike, and Lenny Kravitz

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The second season of HBO’s original series Euphoria just wrapped, and now the official season 2 original series soundtrack has been released via Interscope Records.

Euphoria Season 2 (An HBO Original Series Soundtrack) features over two-dozen songs, a mix of new and previously released material from the drama series. Among the new music for the show includes “I’m Tired” by Labrinth and Zendaya, “Watercolor Eyes” by Lana Del Rey, “How Long” by Tove Lo, “sad4whattt” by ericdoa, “(Pick Me Up) Euphoria” by James Blake featuring Labrinth, and “Elliot’s Song” by Dominic Fike and Zendaya.

The previously material introduces tracks from Billy Swan (“Don’t Be Cruel”), Orville Peck (“Dead of Night”), Noah Cyrus with Lil Xan (“Live or Die”), Lenny Kravitz (“It Ain’t Over ‘Til It’s Over”), INXS (“Never Tear Us Apart”), and more from Gerry Rafferty, Bobby Darin, and Yeat.

Stream or purchase the Euphoria Season 2 (An HBO Original Series Soundtrack) – here.

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News Daypop

Shooting outside Des Moine, Iowa high school leaves 1 dead, 2 critically injured

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One teenager was killed and two others were in critical condition after a shooting on Monday afternoon outside a high school in Des Moine, Iowa.  A 15-year-old boy did not survive his injuries, said Des Moines Fire Department spokesperson Ahman Douglass. Two others, a 16-year-old girl and an 18-year-old girl, were hospitalized in critical condition.

The shooting happened outside on the East High School campus. It has not been confirmed whether the victims were students at the school. East Principal Jill Versteeg said “I think we can all agree an event like this is everyone’s worst nightmare. Tonight, hug your students and love them.”  A statement from Des Moines Public Schools said that East High School will be closed Tuesday, adding: “The DMPS grief team will be available at East High for students and staff beginning tomorrow through the remainder of the week. School counselors will be available at our other schools for students who need additional support.”

Des Moines confirmed the shooting took place on school grounds, but outside the main building before 3 p.m on Monday.  Des Moines Police Sgt. Paul Parizek said potential suspects were detained, but no charges had been filed as of press time: “We’ve got some potential suspects detained. That will be a piece that moves through the night that we’re going to have to be working on. The kids in that school are our community’s most precious cargo. So the medics and the firefighters did an outstanding job getting up here.”

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Ukraine cites modest progress on humanitarian corridors after third round of peace talks with Russia

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Ukraine side cited progress in establishing humanitarian corridors, despite negotiators from Ukraine and Russia failing to reach a breakthrough during a third round of peace talks on Monday.  Safe corridors meant to allow Ukrainian civilians to flee the country, which were negotiated in the second round of talks, failed to materialize earlier in the day. The cease-fire began early Monday to allow refugees to flee in four Ukrainian cities — Kyiv, Kharkiv, Sumy and the southern port city of Mariupol — but was quickly shattered.

Lead Ukrainian negotiator Mykhailo Podolyak said there had been small but “positive” movement in “improving the logistics of humanitarian corridors” under which local cease-fires could be set up to facilitate the evacuation of civilians as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine entered its 12th day. Podolyak said in a Twitter post: “Intensive consultations have continued on the basic political block of the regulations, along with a ceasefire and security guarantees.” 

His Russian counterpart, Vladimir Medinsky, however, said no substantial progress had been made in Monday’s talks, telling reporters: “Our expectations from negotiations were not fulfilled. We hope that next time we will be able to take a more significant step forward.”  Medinsky said he “hoped there would be progress” in an upcoming fourth round of talks at an unspecified date and location.

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Indianapolis Colts TE Jack Doyle retires from NFL after nine seasons

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On Monday, Indianapolis Colts tight end Jack Doyle announced his retirement from the NFL after nine seasons.  Doyle signed a three-year, $21.3 million contract extension in 2019. He was set to receive a $4.7 million base salary in 2022. He wrote in a statement: “I have a deep respect for the dedication and commitment it takes to be out there for your teammates. My body is telling me that is a sacrifice I can no longer make.”

The 31-year-old Doyle played in 131 games and earned spots in two Pro Bowls during his nine-year career with the Colts. He finishes his Colts career 14th in receptions (295), 24th in yards (2,729) and 13th in receiving touchdowns (24).

Doyle said he plans to stay in Indianapolis to raise his family, sharing his affection for the Colts organization as well as the game of football. He concluded: “Out of everything, being called a teammate was what I took the most pride in. I have been blessed with some of the best teammates and they will forever be my friends. Being a teammate is what I will miss the most. I firmly believe that there is nothing better than being a teammate in the greatest team sport.”

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NFL suspends Atlanta Falcons WR Calvin Ridley indefinitely for betting on games during 2021 season

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NFL commissioner Roger Goodell announced Monday in a news release that Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley has been suspended for the 2022 NFL season for betting on games.  The release stated that the 27-year-old Ridley bet on games during the 2021 season. Ridley can appeal the suspension within three days, and can petition for reinstatement Feb. 15, 2023. Ridley tweeted Monday afternoon that he wagered a total of $1,500 and doesn’t “have a gambling problem.  Just gone be more healthy when I come back.”

The league said Ridley’s betting activity took place during a five-day period in late November, while he was away from the Falcons and team facilities. Ridley appeared in five games last season, before stepping away from football in November to address his mental health.  The NFL said it “uncovered no evidence indicating any inside information was used or that any game was compromised in any way.”

Goodell wrote: “There is nothing more fundamental to the NFL’s success — and to the reputation of everyone associated with our league — than upholding the integrity of the game. This is the responsibility of every player, coach, owner, game official, and anyone else employed in the league. Your actions put the integrity of the game at risk, threatened to damage public confidence in professional football, and potentially undermined the reputations of your fellow players throughout the NFL.” Goodell also commended Ridley for reporting for an interview and admitting his actions.

The Atlanta Falcons said in a statement: “We were first made aware of the league’s investigation on Feb. 9. We have cooperated fully with the investigation since receiving notice and support the league’s findings and actions. We are moving forward in the 2022 season with the decision that was made. With the decision that was made by the NFL, any further questions on the investigation should be directed to the league office.”

Ridley joined the Falcons in 2018. He totaled 90 catches for 1,374 yards and nine scores in 15 games in 2020, and totaled 31 catches for 281 yards and two scores to start his 2021 campaign. Ridley was set to make $11.1 million in base salary in 2022, but that will now carry over into the 2023 campaign.

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2022 ACM Awards: See the full list of winners

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The 57th Academy of Country Music Awards were presented Monday night at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, with Dolly Parton, Jimmie Allen and Gabby Barrett serving as co-hosts for the show.

Miranda Lambert took home the night’s biggest honor, winning the prestigious ‘Entertainer of the Year’ award. It’s Lambert’s first-ever win in the category, defeating fellow artists Luke Combs, Eric Church, Chris Stapleton and Carrie Underwood. Lambert missed her first ACM Awards in 17 years due to a commitment at the C2C Festival in Europe this week, but was able to share her gratitude via a video message.

Other big winners of the evening included Chris Stapleton, who won the ‘Male Artist of the Year’ award, and Carly Pearce, who earned the ‘Female Artist of the Year’ honor. Morgan Wallen’s ‘Dangerous: The Double Album’ earned the ‘Album of the Year’ award, and Carrie Underwood and Jason Aldean earned the trophy for ‘Single of the Year’ with their No. 1 duet, “If I Didn’t Love You”.

The 2022 ACM Awards was live-streamed exclusively on Amazon Prime Video for the first time. The full ceremony and ‘special performances only’ rebroadcast will be available to stream on IMDb TV on March 8 at 8 p.m. ET.

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