Month: May 2023

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Country Daypop

Dolly Parton releases the song ‘World on Fire’ from her upcoming rock album, ‘Rockstar’

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Dolly Parton has released her new song “World on Fire,” the first single from her upcoming rock album “Rockstar”.

Speaking about “World On Fire,” Dolly said: “This is a song I felt very inspired to write. I think it speaks about everything and to everyone this day and time. I hope it is something that will touch you and maybe touch enough people to want to make a change for the better.”

Earlier this week, Parton, 77, shared the release date and tracklist for Rockstar, which will drop on Nov. 17. The 30-track album will include nine original songs and 21 rock covers, including “Purple Rain,” “We Are the Champions,” “Every Breath You Take” with Sting and “Let It Be” with McCartney, Starr, Peter Frampton and Mick Fleetwood.  Some of the featured guest performers on Rockstar include Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Elton John, Stevie Nicks, Lizzo, Miley Cyrus and many more. The Grammy winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer said in a statement about her very first rock album: “I’m so excited to finally present my first Rock and Roll album Rockstar! I am very honored and privileged to have worked with some of the greatest iconic singers and musicians of all time and to be able to sing all the iconic songs throughout the album was a joy beyond measure. I hope everybody enjoys the album as much as I’ve enjoyed putting it together!”

Rockstar is available for pre-order here.
Stream the album’s lead single, “World On Fire,” now.

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Rock Daypop

Dolly Parton releases the song ‘World on Fire’ from her upcoming rock album, ‘Rockstar’

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Dolly Parton has released her new song “World on Fire,” the first single from her upcoming rock album “Rockstar”.

Speaking about “World On Fire,” Dolly said: “This is a song I felt very inspired to write. I think it speaks about everything and to everyone this day and time. I hope it is something that will touch you and maybe touch enough people to want to make a change for the better.”

Earlier this week, Parton, 77, shared the release date and tracklist for Rockstar, which will drop on Nov. 17. The 30-track album will include nine original songs and 21 rock covers, including “Purple Rain,” “We Are the Champions,” “Every Breath You Take” with Sting and “Let It Be” with McCartney, Starr, Peter Frampton and Mick Fleetwood.  Some of the featured guest performers on Rockstar include Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Elton John, Stevie Nicks, Lizzo, Miley Cyrus and many more. The Grammy winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer said in a statement about her very first rock album: “I’m so excited to finally present my first Rock and Roll album Rockstar! I am very honored and privileged to have worked with some of the greatest iconic singers and musicians of all time and to be able to sing all the iconic songs throughout the album was a joy beyond measure. I hope everybody enjoys the album as much as I’ve enjoyed putting it together!”

Rockstar is available for pre-order here.
Stream the album’s lead single, “World On Fire,” now.

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Entertainment Daypop

‘Yellowstone’ Season 5, Part 1 coming to Peacock on May 25

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Following the announcement that Yellowstone will end with Season 5, Peacock confirmed that the eight most recent episodes of the series (Season 5, Part 1) will stream exclusively on Peacock beginning on May 25. Seasons 1-4 are already available on Peacock. Peacock acquired exclusive streaming rights to Yellowstone in 2020, rather than the Paramount+ streaming service.

Yellowstone, created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson, follows the Duttons, a ranch-owning family in Montana. Kevin Costner, Luke Grimes, Kelly Reilly, Wes Bentley, Cole Hauser and Kelsey Asbille star in the series, which airs on Paramount Network. Season 5, Part 2 will premiere on Paramount Network in November, and will most likely be available to stream on Peacock at a later date.

It was also announced that a new Yellowstone sequel series will debut in December. The untitled spinoff of the series, created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson, will debut on Paramount Network and Paramount+.

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Entertainment Daypop

Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya team up in the trailer for ‘Dune: Part Two’

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The first official trailer for the highly anticipated sci-fi epic sequel “Dune: Part 2” has been released, starring Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya.

In 2021’s “Dune,” Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) ventured to Arrakis, the universe’s most dangerous and sandiest planet, to ensure his family and people’s future as evil forces exploded in conflict. In the sequel, Atreides teams up with Chani (Zendaya) and the Fremen to exact revenge on those who destroyed his family, and he must juggle his love life with the fate of the universe at stake. The trailer shows Paul riding the back of a massive sand worm on the deserts of Arrakis while Chani and the Fremen cheer him on.

“Dune: Part 2” also introduces newcomers Léa Seydoux as Lady Margot, a Bene Gesserit, Souheila Yacoub as a Fremen warrior and Tim Blake Nelson. Returning to the cast alongside Chalamet and Zendaya are Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin, Skarsgård, Dave Bautista, Charlotte Rampling and Stephen McKinley Henderson. Villeneuve directed the sequel and penned it with Jon Spaihts.

“Dune: Part 2” will hit theaters Nov. 3. Check out the trailer – here.

‘Dune 2’ Updates: The First Trailer, Release Date & Everything Else You Need To Know

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Pop Daypop

Jack Harlow launches philanthropic initiative ‘The Jack Harlow Foundation’

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Jack Harlow officially launched The Jack Harlow Foundation, which will serve as the Louisville, KY native’s primary philanthropic vehicle to reinvest, uplift and support organizations aiming to make the city that raised him a better place. Upon its launch, The Jack Harlow Foundation announced gifts to four Kentucky-based organizations who are actively working to make their community a better place — Adelante Hispanic Achievers, Centro Latino, Russell: A Place of Promise, and Sponsor4Success.

Said Harlow: “With all I have done and will do in my career, my home is where my heart is, my refuge, and the place that shaped me. Giving back to Louisville represents the dream I have of making a difference. My vision is to make Louisville a better place. Know that this is just the start of my philanthropic legacy and I look forward to transforming our community and, as a result, the success and happiness of its citizens. The launch of my foundation is represented by gifts to four organizations that I believe are doing the work of making Louisville a better place; helping under resourced families remove obstacles to higher education, supporting a new start in a neighborhood that has been lacking investment, giving hands on assistance to the poorest of the poor, and making safe housing affordable for families.”

Harlow celebrated the release of his third studio album, Jackman, by visiting multiple JCPS schools in Louisville, including his alma mater, Atherton High School. The album cover of Jackman  features Harlow standing in front of an alley in his old neighborhood.

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Rock Daypop

Foo Fighters, Kendrick Lamar, Mumford & Sons to headline Austin City Limits Music Festival

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The Austin City Limits Music Festival announced it will return in 2023 with a lineup featuring headliners Kendrick Lamar, Foo Fighters, Mumford & Sons, Shania Twain (Weekend One only), The 1975 (Weekend Two only), The Lumineers, ODESZA, and Alanis Morissette. The nine-stage, two-weekend extravaganza will take place October 6-8 and October 13-15, 2023, at Zilker Park in Austin, Texas.

Other artists set to appear include Hozier, Kali Uchis, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Maggie Rogers, Labrinth, Cigarettes After Sex, Niall Horan, Tove Lo, Thirty Seconds to Mars, and many more.

Three-Day General Admission Tickets, 3-Day GA+ Tickets, 3-Day VIP and Platinum Tickets and Hotel Packages are on sale now at aclfestival.com, with all fees and shipping costs included upfront. Layaway Plans are available starting at only $25 down. Single Day General Admission Tickets, 1-Day GA+ Tickets, 1-Day Tickets will be available at a later date. Music fans ages eight and under will be admitted free of charge.

Visit Austin City Limits’ official website for more information.

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Pop Daypop

Lionel Richie announces Bahamas travel experience ‘Dancing On The Sand’

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Lionel Richie has announced “Lionel Richie’s Dancing on the Sand,” a one-of-a-kind Bahamas travel experience taking place from November 30 through December 3, 2023.

“Dancing on the Sand” (in partnership with Vibee) will celebrate Richie’s multi-decade music career while offering fans a luxury weekend at the world-renowned Atlantis Paradise Island.  Said Richie: “I’m beyond excited to spend the weekend with my fans beachside in the Bahamas later this year. We’ve personally curated ‘Dancing on the Sand,’ a concert destination experience that I’ll be headlining, joined by phenomenal performances by some very talented friends of mine, so this party will be going All Night Long!”

Vibee President Harvey Cohen adds: “Lionel Richie is one of the greatest performers of our time, so having him curate an unforgettable weekend with Vibee has been truly specialLionel Richie’s Dancing on the Sand’ will celebrate the superstar’s influential career while giving guests a unique inside look at his life. We’re excited for fans to get closer to Lionel than ever before as he performs his hits on the shores of Paradise Island.”

Guests can expect a headlining performance by Lionel Richie with Sheryl Crow. In addition, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Vanessa Carlton, Megan Moroney, and Jake Wesley Rogers will take the stage throughout the weekend. The fan club presale for experience packages begins Tuesday, May 16 at 10am EST followed by Vibee’s presale Thursday, May 18 at 10am EST. The experience goes on sale to the general public starting 10am EST on Friday, May 19 at dancingonthesand.com.

For more information, head to Richie’s official Vibee website.

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Sports Daypop

NBA Semifinals: Knicks beat Heat to stay alive; Warriors avoid elimination with win over Lakers

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* The New York Knicks beat the visiting Miami Heat 112-103 on Wednesday night in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference semifinals at Madison Square Garden; the win sends the series back to Miami for Game 6 on Friday night. Jalen Brunson had 38 points, nine rebounds and seven assists, while RJ Barrett added 26 points, and Julius Randle had 24 for the fifth-seeded Knicks, who stayed alive in hopes of reaching the conference finals for the first time since 2000. The Heat’s Jimmy Butler had 19 points, nine assists and seven rebounds, getting held below 25 points for the first time in this postseason. Bam Adebayo added 18 points, and Duncan Robinson had 17.

Game 6 between the Knicks and Heat takes place Friday, May 12th at 7:30 pm. in Miami.

* Stephen Curry had 27 points and eight assists, and Andrew Wiggins added 25 points, seven rebounds and five assists to help the defending champion Golden State Warriors defeat the LA Lakers 121-106. The Warriors avoided elimination by beating Los Angeles in Game 5 of their Western Conference semifinals series, and forcing a Game 6. For LA, LeBron James had 25 points and nine rebounds, while Anthony Davis added 23 points and nine rebounds; Davis was removed from the game after appearing to take a hit in the head from Kevon Looney.

The Lakers and Warriors will meet in Los Angeles for Game 6 on Friday, May 12th at 10:00 pm.

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Maple Leafs avoid sweep by Panthers, Oilers even series against Golden Knights

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* The Toronto Maple Leafs avoided elimination in Game 4 of their second-round series against the Florida Panthers, winning 2-1 to bring the series to 3-1. The game was scoreless through the first period until the Leafs struck with a power-play goal from William Nylander at 3:28 in the second period. Mitch Marner scored the eventual game winner at 10:03 in the third period. Toronto rookie goalie Joseph Woll recorded 24 saves in his first postseason start.

Game 5 between the Panthers and Maple Leafs will take place Friday, May 12th at 7:00 pm.

* The Edmonton Oilers dominated the Vegas Golden Knights in a 4-1 win in Game 4 of the Western Conference Second Round at Rogers Place on Wednesday, tying the best-of-7 series 2-2. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scored his first goal of the playoffs and also had an assist, with Nick Bjugstad, Evan Bouchard and Mattias Ekholm also scoring for Edmonton, and goalie Stuart Skinner making 25 saves for the win.

The Golden Knights and Oilers will face-off in Game 5 in Las Vegas on Friday, May 12 at 10:00 pm.

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News Daypop

Man freed after 29 years in Louisiana prison for rape the victim says he didn’t commit

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A Louisiana man walked free after spending nearly three decades behind bars for a rape the victim herself insisted he did not commit.  Patrick Brown was convicted in 1994 of aggravated rape in a case involving his 6-year-old stepdaughter, the Orleans Parish District Attorney’s Office in Louisiana said. The sexual assault survivor did not testify at Brown’s trial and, beginning in 2002, she repeatedly asked for the case to be reviewed, insisting Brown wasn’t her attacker. However, the district attorney’s office said that the case was not investigated again until recent years.

According to a statement from the Orleans Parish District Attorney, Brown’s conviction was based on adults testifying “to what they believed she had said.” District Attorney Jason Williams said in a statement that the now-adult woman has remained steadfast for over 20 years that Brown is innocent “and the evidence corroborated the victim’s account … Listening and engaging victims and survivors of sexual assault is a top priority in this office. It is incredibly disheartening to know that this woman was dismissed and ignored, no matter how inconvenient her truth, when all she wanted was the real offender to be held responsible.” Williams added: “When someone is wrongfully convicted, not only is it an injustice for the person who has years of their life stolen, but it is an injustice for the victim and the people of New Orleans because the real perpetrator is left to harm others.” Williams did not provide details on the exonerating evidence.

The district attorney’s office asked the court to vacate Brown’s conviction, and Judge Calvin Johnson presided over a hearing Monday, after which Brown was released. Prosecutors have not shared details regarding the man whom the woman says raped her as a child. District Attorney Williams said the state is “actively reviewing the viability charges against the actual perpetrator…but to say more on that at this time would not be prudent as it could jeopardize the case.”

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