Month: September 2023

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Country Daypop

Dierks Bentley to livestream concert at Red Rocks

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Dierks Bentley is ready to perform his two-night stand at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheater on Sept. 5 and 6, and has teamed up with streaming platform Veeps to livestream his headlining set for free on September 5. Bentley will welcome opening acts Ashley McBryde, The Red Clay Strays, Harper O’Neill, The Infamous Stringdusters, Tanner Usrey and Kaitlin Butts across the two nights at Red Rocks.

Bentley’s “Gravel & Gold” tour over the past three month have welcomed special guests including Jordan Davis, Elle King, Ashley McBryde, Tracy Lawrence, Tyler Braden, Caylee Hammack, Kameron Marlowe, Caitlyn Smith, Hailey Whitters, The Cadillac Three, Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, The Red Clay Strays, Shane Smith & The Saints.

Fans in the U.S. and globally will be able to stream Dierks’ concert via veeps.com and the Veeps app on Roku, Apple TV, iOS and Android beginning at 10 p.m. CT. For information, head to Veeps.com.

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‘Margaritaville’ singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett’s cause of death is revealed

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The cause of death of legendary singer/songwriter Jimmy Buffett has been revealed. Buffett died Sept. 1 at his home in Sag Harbor, Long Island at the age of 76; a statement posted on his social media platforms read: “Jimmy passed away peacefully on the night of September 1st surrounded by his family, friends, music and dogs.  He lived his life like a song till the very last breath and will be missed beyond measure by so many.”

According to an official obituary for the star posted to his website, Buffett had been “fighting Merkel Cell Skin Cancer for four years”. The obituary noted that Buffett “continued to perform during treatment, playing his last show, a surprise appearance in Rhode Island, in early July.”

According to the National Cancer Institute, merkel cell carcinoma is a very rare disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the skin, and that “sun exposure and having a weak immune system can affect the risk of Merkel cell carcinoma.”

Buffett is survived by his wife of 46 years, Jane Slagsvol, and his three children: Savannah, Sarah and Cameron.

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‘Margaritaville’ singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett’s cause of death is revealed

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The cause of death of legendary singer/songwriter Jimmy Buffett has been revealed. Buffett died Sept. 1 at his home in Sag Harbor, Long Island at the age of 76; a statement posted on his social media platforms read: “Jimmy passed away peacefully on the night of September 1st surrounded by his family, friends, music and dogs.  He lived his life like a song till the very last breath and will be missed beyond measure by so many.”

According to an official obituary for the star posted to his website, Buffett had been “fighting Merkel Cell Skin Cancer for four years”. The obituary noted that Buffett “continued to perform during treatment, playing his last show, a surprise appearance in Rhode Island, in early July.”

According to the National Cancer Institute, merkel cell carcinoma is a very rare disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the skin, and that “sun exposure and having a weak immune system can affect the risk of Merkel cell carcinoma.”

Buffett is survived by his wife of 46 years, Jane Slagsvol, and his three children: Savannah, Sarah and Cameron.

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Zack Snyder shares trailer for his upcoming space epic ‘Rebel Moon’

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Netflix shared a teaser for the new film Rebel Moon, written and directed by Zack Snyder. The film is inspired by Star Wars and Seven Samurai and will debut in two parts: ‘Rebel Moon: A Child of Fire’, and ‘Rebel Moon: The Scargiver.’

Sofia Boutella plays Kora, a mysterious stranger living among the villagers who becomes their best hope for survival. An official film synopsis reads: “a peaceful colony on the edge of a galaxy that finds itself threatened by the armies of a tyrannical ruling force. Tasked with finding trained fighters who will unite with her in making an impossible stand against the Mother World, Kora assembles a small band of warriors — outsiders, insurgents, peasants and orphans of war from different worlds who share a common need for redemption and revenge. As the shadow of an entire Realm bears down on the unlikeliest of moons, a battle over the fate of a galaxy is waged, and in the process, a new army of heroes is formed.” Djimon Hounsou, Charlie Hunnam, Michiel Huisman, Doona Bae, Ray Fisher, Jena Malone and Ed Skrein also star.

Rebel Moon: A Child of Fire premieres Dec. 22 on Netflix; Rebel Moon: The Scargiver will debut on April 19, 2024. Take a look at the trailer – here.

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Rock Daypop

Former Smash Mouth singer Steve Harwell dies at age 56

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Former Smash Mouth singer Steve Harwell has died at 56. Per The New York Times, Harwell’s cause of death was liver failure. Smash Mouth’s manager Robert Hayes confirmed to Rolling Stone that Harwell that died at his home in Boise, Idaho, “surrounded by family and friends.”  TMZ  had just reported on Sunday that Harwell had entered hospice care “after battling medical complications for years.”

Harwell left the band in 2021 to deal with health issues, shortly after a performance in Upstate New York where he was seen slurring his words and appearing disoriented.  The singer struggled with alcohol abuse for years; in 2013, Harwell was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy (a form of heart disease that causes the heart muscle becomes enlarged and weak), an acute neurological condition called Wernicke encephalopathy, and heart failure.

Smash Mouth formed in San Jose, California in 1994, with the quartet earning their first hit three years later in “Walkin’ on the Sun,” which hit No. 1 on Billboard‘s US Adult Top 40 and US Alternative Airplay charts. The band released their hit song “All Star” on the soundtrack of the 1999 superhero film, Mystery Men, and the song achieved huge success when it soundtracked key sequences in the 2001 films Shrek and Rat Race, which helped to send the song to No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts.

The band posted on X (Twitter) on Harwell’s death: ‘Steve Harwell was a true American Original. A larger than life character who shot up into the sky like a Roman candle. Steve will be remembered for his unwavering focus and impassioned determination to reach the heights of pop stardom. Rest in peace knowing you aimed for the stars, and magically hit your target. Rest easy. ‘

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U2 to launch ‘Zoo Station: A U2:UV Experience,’ along with Las Vegas residency

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In tandem with the opening of U2’s Las Vegas residency  ‘U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere’ on September 29th, the band will launch a special fan portal called ‘Zoo Station: A U2:UV Experience.’

Zoo Station: A U2:UV Experience, designed by U2 and the band’s longtime creative director Gavin Friday, will boast over 12,000 square feet of space across two floors within The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas. Fans will be able to access interactive exhibit space inside Zoo Station, which includes Anton Corbijn Gallery, featuring five decades’ worth of video footage and photography work from photographer and curator Anton Corbin. Fans can also purchase merchandise from the U2 Pop-Up Shop, which will offer music titles from U2, as well as brand-new merchandise.

The ground floor of Zoo Station will hold the gallery, the pop-up shop, and interactive installations, and will be open to the public and free to enter. The top floor will feature Zoo TV Cinema (curated by U2’s The Edge), will show five film screenings daily including rare and unreleased concert footage from international U2 shows, as well as new documentary films, like Beyond The Tour and A Day In The Life Of The Edge.  Only ticket-holders will be granted access to to this floor. Visit U2’s Vibee page for more information.

Zoo Station: A U2:UV Experience opens September 28, one day prior to the opening of U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere, running from September 29-December 16 at The Sphere venue.

U2 Announces ‘Zoo Station’ Fan Portal At The Venetian Resort

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Shakira to receive Video Vanguard Award at MTV Video Music Awards

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MTV announced that Shakira will be honored with the Video Vanguard Award at the 2023 Video Music Awards, as well as perform at the ceremony for the first time in 17 years. Shakira joins past Video Vanguard winners including Beyoncé, Madonna, Janet Jackson, Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, Britney Spears, Nicki Minaj, LL Cool J, Missy Elliott, Justin Timberlake and The Beatles.

Bruce Gillmer, President of Music, Music Talent, Programming & Events, Paramount and Chief Content Officer, Music, Paramount+, said in a press release statement: “Shakira is a true global force who continues to inspire & influence the masses with her unique, musical prowess. She’s a trailblazer for women around the world & one of the first artists to lead the globalization of Latin music. Her massive impact across the musical landscape will be long lasting as she continues to create and entertain at the highest level.”

The singer, 46, is also nominated this year for Artist of the Year, Best Collaboration for her hit “TQG” with Karol G, and Best Latin for both “TQG” and her track “Acróstico.” Taylor Swift leads the list of nominees with eight; followed by SZA with six; Doja Cat, Kim Petras, Miley Cyrus, Olivia Rodrigo and Sam Smith with five; and BLACKPINK and Diddy tying Shakira with four.

Fans will be able to vote for this year’s VMAs HERE, through September 12.

The 2023 VMAs will air live from the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., on Sept. 12 starting at 8 p.m. ET.

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Take a look at the video for Doja Cat’s ‘Demons’ starring Christina Ricci

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Doja Cat shared the music video for her latest single “Demons,” starring Christina Ricci. “Demons” serves as the latest single off Doja’s forthcoming album “Scarlet,” following the previously released singles “Attention” and “Paint the Town Red.”  Scarlet drops on Sept. 22. In the video for ‘Demons,’ Ricci’s family purchases a new home, but quickly learns that the home is haunted by a devilish creature — aka Doja Cat.

Doja earned five nominations at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards (including best video of the year and artist of the year), and she’s also slated to perform at the awards ceremony.  The singe/rapper will also headline “The Victoria’s Secret World Tour,” a half-fashion show, a half-documentary on the lingerie brand, which will premiere on Prime Video on Sept. 26.

Additionally, Doja is heading out for her first-ever headlining arena tour across North America later this fall. “The Scarlet Tour,” a 24-date trek kicks off on Oct. 31 in San Francisco with stops in Miami, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and more major cities. Ice Spice and Doechii will provide support on select dates.

Watch the music video for ‘Demons’ – here.

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Former Proud Boys Joseph Biggs, Zachary Rehl sentenced for seditious conspiracy in Jan. 6 case

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Two former Proud Boys leaders were sentenced on Thursday for their actions during the Jan. 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol.

U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly handed down sentences for Joseph Biggs, the former leader of the group’s Florida chapter, and  Zachary Rehl, the former leader of the Proud Boys’ Philadelphia chapter, who both had convicted of seditious conspiracy.  Biggs was sentenced to 17 years in prison (one of the longest sentences yet for someone charged in the Jan. 6 attacks), and Rehl was sentenced to 15 years in prison . Biggs, a U.S. army veteran, was a close ally of the former Proud Boys chairman Enrique Tarrio.  He was convicted in May alongside two other Proud Boys leaders following a more than four-month-long trial.

Judge Kelly accepted the government’s recommendation to apply an enhancement that effectively labeled Biggs’ crimes as acts of terrorism in seeking to influence the actions of government through threats and use of force. Biggs’ sentence is the second longest for any defendant charged in connection with the Capitol attack; Rehl’s sentence is the third longest. Tarrio is set to be sentenced next Tuesday.

During the assault on the Capitol, prosecutors said Biggs played a role in four separate breaches of law enforcement lines, and after entering the building made his way to the Senate chamber. Biggs’ attorney Norm Pattis argued for leniency, claiming that much of the statements pointed to by the government should be protected under his rights to free speech and, despite his guilt as determined by the jury, “we think that the crimes are overstated in this case and that the case was overproven.”

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Donald Trump pleads not guilty to Georgia election interference charges

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Former president Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to charges of illegally trying to overturn the results of the 2020 election in Georgia, and also sought to sever his case from other defendants.

Trump surrendered last week on charges filed by Fulton County Distict Attorney Fani Willis in which he is accused of illegally scheming to overturn the 2020 election result in Georgia. Filed under Georgia’s Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, (RICO), the case charges Trump with 13 counts including soliciting a public officer to violate their oath, conspiring to impersonate a public officer, conspiring to commit forgery in the first degree and conspiring to file false documents. Other defendants in the case include former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, as well as former Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani.

Trump’s filing means he won’t have to show up for an arraignment hearing that Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee had set for Sept. 6. Several of the other people charged in the indictment had already waived arraignment in filings with the court, as well. Also on Thursday, Trump’s attorneys also asked Judge McAfee to separate his case from those of defendants (lawyers Kenneth Chesebro and Sidney Powell) who have asked for an expedited trial, scheduled to start on Oct. 23. Attorney Steve Sadow said in a court filing that it gives Trump less than two months to prepare a defense, and would “violate President Trump’s federal and state constitutional rights to a fair trial and due process of law.” 

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