Month: March 2023

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NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is expected to receive multiyear contract extension

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ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported on Monday that NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is expected to receive a multiyear contract extension at next week’s NFL owners meetings in Phoenix. Schefter’s sources told him that the extension will be worth three years (two of Goodell’s previous contracts were for three years, as well.)

Goodell took over the commissioner role in 2006, replacing Paul Tagliabue and had his contract extended in ’09, ’12 and ’17. During this most recent extension, Goodell and the NFL owners accepted a collective bargaining agreement in 2020 with the players that established the 17-game season and 14-team playoff format. Additionally, the league agreed to an 11-year, $113 billion media rights deal in 2021 with CBS, NBC, Fox, ESPN and Amazon.

It is likely that this extension will be the 64-year-old Goodell’s last. who is just the fifth commissioner in league history, following Elmer Layden (1941-46), Bert Bell (1946-59), Pete Rozelle (1960-89) and Tagliabue (1989-2006).

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Country Daypop

Brad Paisley is inducted into RodeoHouston’s ‘Star Trail of Fame’

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Brad Paisley was inducted into the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s prestigious ‘Star Trail of Fame’ over the weekend. Paisley is the tenth artist inducted into the Star Trail of Fame, joining an elite list of artists that includes Brooks & Dunn, Alan Jackson, George Strait, Selena and more.

The honor came ahead of his performance in front of a sold-out crowd of 74,577 people, as part of his performance at RodeoHouston, where he performed for the 15th time. Paisley joined an impressive list of artists performing at this year’s RodeoHouston, including Cody Johnson, Walker Hayes, the Zac Brown Band, Lauren Daigle, Luke Combs, New Kids on the Block, Kenny Chesney, Ashley McBryde before concluding with a performance from Luke Bryan on Sunday, March 19.

Said Paisley: “RodeoHouston has invested in this show, in a way that I’ve never seen. I can’t even tell you what it means. The names up there are absolutely staggering. And that’s what’s crazy, you see Selena, Elvis, Roy Rogers …and then some guy that nobody knows.”

Chris Boleman, Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo president and CEO, added: “We are so grateful for Brad’s continuous support of the show and his overall impact on our community. We are thrilled that Brad Paisley will now be a permanent part of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo with a place on the Star Trail of Fame.”

For music and tour date information, head to BradPaisley.com.

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Country Daypop

Bailey Zimmerman shares title track to upcoming debut album “Religiously”

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Bailey Zimmerman has dropped the title track to his upcoming debut full-length album, “Religiously.”

Zimmerman shared on social media that ‘Religiously’ is set to make its debut on May 12. Said Zimmerman: “None of this is possible without all of y’all out there supporting me through thick and thin the last couple years, this one’s for you❤”  To presave the LP, head here.

Zimmerman, who rose to fame with his smash hits “Rock and A Hard Place” and “Fix’n To Break”, is also part of the lineup of Morgan Wallen’s 2023 ‘One Night At A Time World Tour.’

Take a listen to “Religiously” – here.

Bailey Zimmerman announces full-length major debut album

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Amanda Bynes hospitalized and placed on psychiatric hold

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Amanda Bynes has been hospitalized and placed on a psychiatric hold after reportedly roaming around the streets of downtown Los Angeles naked. According to TMZ, Bynes was found not wearing clothes and wandering the streets alone in the early morning on Sunday, March 19. The 36-year-old Bynes herself reportedly waved down a car, telling them that she was coming down from a psychotic episode before calling 911 herself.

Bynes was taken to a nearby police station, where mental health officials determined she needed to be placed on a 5150 psych hold – an involuntary hold that lasts 72 hours but can be extended if needed. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness Los Angeles, a patient can be placed on a 5150 psych hold if they are considered to be a danger to themself or others or have a grave disability, such as being unable to provide for their own food or clothing. Sources close to Bynes told TMZ that she will likely receive treatment for several days.

In 2013, Bynes was placed under a conservatorship and remained under the supervision of her parents for nine years until May 2022, when a judge agreed to terminate the conservatorship at Bynes and her parents’ request. Bynes has been retired from acting since 2010, but had been set to reunite with several former All That cast members at ’90s Con’ in Connecticut this past weekend. However, Bynes pulled out of the event at the last-minute due to an “unknown illness.”

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Julianne Hough joining ‘Dancing with the Stars’ as Season 32 co-host

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Variety reports that ‘Dancing with the Stars’ alum Julianne Hough will replace Tyra Banks as co-host of ‘DWTS’ for Season 32 of the dance competition series. Hough previously appeared as a professional dancer and as a judge on DWTS, and will serve as co-host Season 32 with Alfonso Ribeiro.  DWTS aired for 30 seasons on ABC and moved to Disney+ for Season 31. The streaming service has yet to announce a premiere date for Season 32.

Hough’s brother, Derek Hough, will also be returning as a judge alongside Carrie Ann Inaba and Bruno Tonioli in the new season.  Said Julianne: “It is such an honor to be rejoining Dancing with the Stars as co-host. The show holds such a special place in my heart from the many years and different roles I have had the privilege of being a part of. The incredible team that brings the ballroom to life every night has been my family for the past 17 years. I am so excited to reunite with Alfonso, Carrie Ann, Bruno, Derek, the unbelievably talented pros, and the amazing cast on the dance floor. The energy is magnetic every time you step foot in to the ballroom and I can’t wait to feel it again — and of course to share it all with the absolute best and most loyal fans — for another exciting season.”

It was reported last week that Banks was exiting DWTS as host after three seasons. with Banks telling TMZ that she is leaving the show to focus on her entrepreneurial projects and her work as a TV producer:  “I feel it’s time for me to really focus on my business and my entrepreneurship, and also producing more TV, behind the scenes. I think it’s time to graduate from the dance floor to the stock market floor.”

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Måneskin announce fall 2023 RUSH! World Tour dates

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Måneskin will be touring this fall in support of their latest album Rush!  The band will spend a majority of the run in North America, with additional dates in Europe, South America, Australia and Asia, along with the other dates still remaining on their Rush! World Tour.

Måneskin sold out shows on their first headline North American tour, and for this run they will be hitting arenas across the U.S. and Canada, including a show at New York’s famous Madison Square Garden.

Tickets are available now with American Express® Early Access.  American Express® Card Members can purchase tickets for the North American dates before the general public now through Wednesday, March 22 at 10PM local time. The general on-sale for RUSH! World Tour will start Thursday, March 23 at 10AM Local Time on Ticketmaster.com.

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Rock Daypop

Måneskin announce fall 2023 RUSH! World Tour dates

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Måneskin will be touring this fall in support of their latest album Rush!  The band will spend a majority of the run in North America, with additional dates in Europe, South America, Australia and Asia, along with the other dates still remaining on their Rush! World Tour.

Måneskin sold out shows on their first headline North American tour, and for this run they will be hitting arenas across the U.S. and Canada, including a show at New York’s famous Madison Square Garden.

Tickets are available now with American Express® Early Access.  American Express® Card Members can purchase tickets for the North American dates before the general public now through Wednesday, March 22 at 10PM local time. The general on-sale for RUSH! World Tour will start Thursday, March 23 at 10AM Local Time on Ticketmaster.com.

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Rock Daypop

Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen issues statement after violent assault

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Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen issued a statement after being violently assaulted last week outside of a hotel in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The band was in town following a performance the previously evening with Mötley Crüe at the Hard Rock Live in nearby Hollywood, FL.

Per a Ft. Lauderdale police incident report, the assailant, 19-year-old Max Edward Hartley, was arrested shortly after the incident and has been charged with four counts of criminal mischief; one count of misdemeanor battery; and one count of aggravated battery.  Hartley allegedly charged at Allen, who hit his head after being knocked to the ground. The assailant also apparently attacked a woman who tried to interfere in the incident, hitting her repeatedly and dragging her by the hair.

In his statement, Allen said: “Thank you everyone for your overwhelming support. Your love and prayers are truly helping. My wife Lauren [Monroe] was thankfully not with me at the time of the incident. We are together now, and working on recovering in a safe space [and focused on] healing for everyone involved. We ask you to join us in our effort to move from confusion and shock to compassion and empathy. We understand this act of violence can be triggering for so many people. To all of the fans, veterans and first responders in our global community, we are thinking of you all. Together with love, we can all get through these difficult times.”

Allen joined Def Leppard in 1978, and famously lost his left arm in a serious automobile accident in 1984, but has remained the band’s drummer ever since.

Def Leppard’s Rick Allen Says He’s Focused on “Healing” After Violent Attack

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Shawn Mendes teams up with Tommy Hilfiger for 90s-inspired ‘Classic Reborn’ collection

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Tommy Hilfiger and Shawn Mendes have teamed up again for their newest capsule collection, which follows Mendes and Hilfiger’s 2022 “Classics Reborn” campaign which saw Mendes modeling the brand’s sustainable ‘1985 Program’ collection.

The duo’s new ‘Tommy x Shawn Classics Reborn’ line, show Hilfiger and Mendes partnering on a capsule highlighting classic, timeless wardrobe pieces. The 28-piece collection features an array of pre-90s-inspired, relaxed sweatshirts, jeans, polo shirts, blazers, underwear and separates in versatile hues of navy, white, maroon, tan and brown, retailing from $30-$399. Standout pieces also include a sharp blazer and co-branded varsity jacket in a similar spirit of nostalgic prep.

Mendes in a statement: “I’m so excited to be working with my Tommy Hilfiger family on the Classics Reborn collection. The collection is so special to me because I was able to work with Tommy Hilfiger to co-create this range which includes these amazing, high-quality, sustainable versions of their most classic clothing items.”

Said Tommy Hilfiger: “The Tommy X Shawn Classics Reborn collection marks another step towards realizing our vision for sustainability, as we aim to create fashion that Wastes Nothing and Welcomes All. Shawn is an impressive young man and advocate for positive change. We’re proud to partner with him and continue playing our part in creating a more responsible future of fashion.”

You can now shop the Tommy x Shawn Classics Reborn line at Tommy Hilfiger stores and via its website.

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Manhattan district attorney ensures employee safety from protests after claims of impending Trump arrest

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Responding to former President Donald Trump calling for protests over his claims of an incoming arrest, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg said his office will “not tolerate” intimidation.  On Saturday, Trump posted a message to Truth Social stating that he expects to be arrested on Tuesday, and telling his supporters “PROTEST. TAKE OUR NATION BACK.”

D.A. Bragg said in an email to about 1,600 employees at the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office that he is coordinating with the New York Police Department and Office of Court Administration in preparation of any security risks. Bragg wrote in an email shared by Politico reporter Erica Ogden on Twitter: “We do not tolerate attempts to intimidate our office or threaten the rule of law in New York. Our law enforcement partners will ensure that any specific or credible threats against the office will be fully investigated and that the proper safeguards are in place so all 1,600 of us have a secure work environment.”

Trump expects to be arrested in relation to the ongoing Manhattan case over his alleged hush money paid to adult film actress Stormy Daniels during his 2016 presidential campaign. Trump’s former attorney Michael Cohen — who allegedly executed the hush money payments to Daniels — had testified against the former president last week, and has testified and written in his tell-all book that Trump directed him to make payments to Daniels. Daniels herself met with the DA on Wednesday, answering questions about the case and agreeing to make herself available as a witness for further questioning if needed.

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