Month: May 2023

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Rock Daypop

U2 adds eight additional Las Vegas Residency dates

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Due to popular demand, U2 has announced additional eight dates for their U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere, now with 25 total shows spanning September 29 through December 16, 2023.

U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere marks U2’s first live shows in four years, and is the band’s latest ambitious creative project and will see them work once again with longtime U2 creative collaborator and show director Willie Williams.

Bono, The Edge, and Adam said of the residency: “U2 hasn’t played live since December 2019 and we need to get back on stage and see the faces of our fans again. And what a unique stage they’re building for us out there in the desert… We’re the right band, Achtung Baby the right album, and Sphere the right venue to take the live experience of music to the next level… That’s what U2’s been trying to do all along with our satellite stages and video installations, most memorably on the ZOO TV Tour, which ended in Tokyo 30 years ago this Fall. Sphere is more than just a venue, it’s a gallery and U2’s music is going to be all over the walls.”

For more information, visit U2’s official website.

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Pop Daypop

Kylie Minogue announces new album ‘Tension’

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Kylie Minogue announced that her new album “Tension” will be out Sept. 22 via BMG. Kylie tweeted: “Baby break the tension ….. my brand new album 💎TENSION💎will be yours on 22nd September! The first single ❤PADAM PADAM❤ is coming soon!”

The album, Kylie’s first since 2020’s Disco, is described as a blend of “personal reflection, club abandon and melancholic high.”  Several of the tracks of “Tension” are produced and co-written by her frequent collaborator Richard “Biff” Stannard and “Disco” contributor Duck Blackwell.

Minogue said in a statement: “I started this album with an open mind and a blank page. Unlike my last two albums there wasn’t a ‘theme,’ it was about finding the heart or the fun or the fantasy of that moment and always trying to service the song. I wanted to celebrate each song’s individuality and dive into that freedom … I loved being back in the studio with my collaborators but was also able to benefit from remote recording, which we have all got used to – my mobile studio never left my side for a year and a half!  The album is a mix of songs I have written and songs which really spoke to me. Making this album helped me navigate challenging times and celebrate the now. I hope it accompanies listeners on their own journeys and becomes part of their story.”

To pre-order “Tension” head here.

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Pop Daypop

BTS shares new song for animated series ‘Bastions’

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BTS have shared their latest single, “The Planet,” written for the upcoming animated series Bastions. . Bastions is an upcoming animated series that will follow a team of “rookie heroes” as they attempt to save the environment from destruction. It will premiere on May 14th via the Korean broadcasting station SBS.

“The Planet” is bilingual, as the members of BTS deliver the lyrics in English and Korean. The chorus ‘encourages listeners to look inwards to find their star power and strive for greatness.’ According to Billboard, the song will be the only release for an extended period since BTS members Jin and J-Hop have begun their mandatory service with the South Korean military; meanwhile RM, Jimin, and Suga have all focused on their solo careers since the group’s temporary break.

Listen to the song “The Planet” – here.

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Sports Daypop

Golden Knights eliminate Oilers to advance to Western Conference Final

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The Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Edmonton Oilers 5-2 in Game 6 Sunday night at Rogers Place to advance to the Western Conference Final. The Golden Knights are heading to the third round for the fourth time since they joined the league in 2017-18.

Jonathan Marchessault scored three consecutive goals in the second period, helping the Golden Knights rally after Edmonton had taken a 2-1 first-period lead on goals by Connor McDavid and Warren Foegele. Reilly Smith and William Karlsson also scored for the Golden Knights, while goaltender Adin Hill made 39 saves for the victory.

The Golden Knights will have home-ice advantage against the winner of the series between the Dallas Stars and Seattle Kraken, who play Game 7 on Monday night in Dallas.

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News Daypop

2 dead and 5 injured in shooting in Yuma, Arizona

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Police in Yuma, Arizona said two people were killed and five others were injured in a shooting on Saturday night.

Yuma Police officers responded to a shooting in the 3800 block of S. J Edward Drive at around 10:54 p.m., where seven victims, all male, were found with gunshot wounds. Two of the victims, 19 and 20 years old, were taken to Yuma Regional Medical Center, where they were pronounced dead. A third victim, a 16-year-old boy, was flown from Yuma Regional Medical Center to Phoenix for treatment of life-threatening injuries; and the other victims — a 15-year-old boy, a 16-year-old boy, an 18-year-old man and a 19-year-old man — all had non-life-threatening injuries.

As of Sunday evening, no suspects were in custody, and police said they will continue to investigate the incident, as well as a possible motive. Law enforcement asked anyone with information to come forward, adding that if any information leads to an arrest, a cash reward of up to $1,000 may be offered.

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Linda Yaccarino shares first tweet since being named new Twitter CEO

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Former NBCUniversal advertising executive Linda Yaccarino was just named as the new Twitter CEO, and is finally breaking her silence about her new job on the social media platform.

Yaccarino tweeted in a message thanking Elon Musk for the opportunity: “Thank you @elonmusk!   I’ve long been inspired by your vision to create a brighter future. I’m excited to help bring this vision to Twitter and transform this business together!”  Yaccarino also said she noticed that her follower count grew after making news as the new Twitter boss, tweeting: “I see I have some new followers…I’m not as prolific as @elonmusk (yet!), but I’m just as committed to the future of this platform,” she added. “Your feedback is VITAL to that future. I’m here for all of it. Let’s keep the conversation going and build Twitter 2.0 together!”

Musk made the announcement of Yaccarino’s hiring on Friday, tweeting: “I am excited to welcome Linda Yaccarino as the new CEO of Twitter! @LindaYacc will focus primarily on business operations, while I focus on product design & new technology. Looking forward to working with Linda to transform this platform into X, the everything app.”

Musk’s announcement also had many concerned over their “freedom of speech” being violated – citing an interview Yaccarino had with the Twitter owner weeks before. Musk replied, “I hear your concerns, but don’t judge too early. I am adamant about defending free speech, even if it means losing money.”

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Sports Daypop

Celtics beat 76ers to win series, will advance to Eastern Conference finals

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The Boston Celtics beat the Philadelphia 76ers 112-88 on Sunday to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals for the second straight year. Jayson Tatum scored 51 points towards the Celtics’ win – the most in a Game 7 in NBA history.

NBA MVP Joel Embiid scored 15 points on 5-for-18 shooting, and Tobias Harris scored 19 for Philadelphia; but the Sixers lost the conference semifinals for the third straight year and the fifth time in six seasons.

The Celtics, who lost to the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals last year, will face the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conf. finals for the second straight season. Game 1 is on Wednesday in Boston.

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Country Daypop

Jason Aldean releases ‘Tough Crowd’

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Jason Aldean dropped new music from his forthcoming album, releasing his new track “Tough Crowd.” Produced by Michael Knox and written by Kurt Allison, Marv Green, Tully Kennedy, Kelley Lovelace, and Neil Thrasher, the song is available to stream now.

Aldean shares: “This is just a song to me that talks about our fans…about us onstage getting a bird’s-eye view of our fans that come in all shapes and sizes and colors. It’s just really cool to look out and just see those people from all different walks of life come together for a show and have fun.”

“Tough Crowd” marks the first new music Aldean has released since putting out his double album, Macon, Georgia, in winter 2021 and spring 2022. Aldean’s ‘The Highway Desperado Tour’ kicks off July 14 in Bethel, N.Y.  For ticket information, head here.

Take a listen to ‘Tough Crowd’ – here.

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Country Daypop

Kenny Chesney replacing Morgan Wallen at 2023 Gulf Coast Jam

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Kenny Chesney will replace Morgan Wallen as headliner of Gulf Coast Jam in Panama City Beach, after Wallen was ordered on vocal rest for six week after re-injuring his vocal cords. Wallen announced last week he would be forced to reschedule several shows on his tour, as well as festival appearances, due to his medical issues.  Gulf Coast Jam posted on social media: “SHOES JUST BECAME OPTIONAL!!! We proudly welcome Kenny Chesney and #noshoesnation to Gulf Coast Jam presented by Jim Beam!!!! Y’all get ready to party with the king of beach concerts in Visit Panama City Beach!!!”

Rendy Lovelady, Executive Producer for Gulf Coast Jam, also confirmed the news, sharing on Facebook: “God works in mysterious ways. As broken and as sad as we were, we’ve been trying for 11 years to get (Chesney) to come play Gulf Coast Jam. … We’re excited. We’re humbled. We’re thankful. Pray for Morgan. Don’t be mad at Morgan. I’ve been doing this for 40 years. These things happen.”

Miranda Lambert, Kane Brown, and HARDY are still set to headline June 1-4, 2023. For more information, head to Gulf Coast Jam’s website.

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Entertainment Daypop

Kelly Clarkson responds to toxic workplace reports on her talk show

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Kelly Clarkson has issued a statement responding to allegations of a toxic work climate behind the scenes at her eponymous talk show. Rolling Stone published a story Friday that quoted several former workers as claiming they were overworked, underpaid and found the environment “traumatizing to their mental health.” Staffers claim their experience on the show “is by far the worst experience I’ve ever had in my entire life,” and that it has “deterred me from wanting to work in daytime ever again.”

Clarkson wrote on Instagram: “In my 20 years in the entertainment industry, I’ve always led with my heart and what I believed to be right. I love my team at The Kelly Clarkson Show, and to find out that anyone is feeling unheard and disrespected on this show is unacceptable. I have always been, and will continue to be, committed to creating and maintaining a safe and healthy environment at ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show.’ As we prepare for a move to the East Coast, I am more committed than ever to ensuring that not only our team that is moving but also our new team in NY is comprised of the best and kindest in the business. Part of that build will include leadership training for all of the senior staff, including myself. There is always room to grow and ensure we are all being/becoming the best version of ourselves in any business, especially when it comes to leadership, to ensure that any notion of toxicity is eradicated. -Kelly”

The series, which is now in its fourth season, premiered in 2019 and was taped in Los Angeles. Production is set to move from Universal Studios Hollywood to NBC Studios in Manhattan’s 30 Rockefeller Center next season, where a new set will be built in Studio 6A with accommodation for offices and a live studio audience.  A rep with NBCUniversal, which produces the show, said in a statement, “We are committed to a safe and respectful work environment and take workplace complaints very seriously and to insinuate otherwise is untrue. When issues are reported they are promptly reviewed, investigated and acted upon as appropriate. The Kelly Clarkson Show strives to build a safe, respectful and equitable workplace that nurtures a culture of inclusivity and creativity.”

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