Month: July 2024

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Country Daypop

Carly Pearce shares “truck on fire”

Carly Pearce as she greets fans on the street before award ceremony. Nashville^ Tennessee - November 10^ 2021

Carly Pearce revealed her next single at country radio titled “truck on fire,” her latest track from her recent LP, hummingbird. Carly’s “truck on fire” is the follow-up to the Chris Stapleton-assisted “We Don’t Fight Anymore.”

Pearce, who co-wrote the tune with songwriter Justin Ebach and Lady A‘s Charles Kelley, says of the track: “No one wants to be cheated on, but everyone wants to seek revenge. I wrote this song for every girl who has gone through a similar situation and dreams of wreaking havoc on her ex. I got the opportunity to perform the song live while on tour with Tim McGraw and the way the fans have embraced it has blown me away every single time. I couldn’t think of a better song to make my next single.”

Carly Pearce recently serves as direct support for Tim McGraw’s Standing Room Only tour, and performed at various summer festivals before she kicks off her Hummingbird 2025 UK/EU Tour, which includes stops in Sweden, Norway, Denmark and London. Tickets are available at carlypearce.com.

Check out the lyric video for ‘truck on fire’: HERE.

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Country Daypop

Bailey Zimmerman shares “New To Country”

Bailey Zimmerman at the 2022 American Music Awards at the Microsoft Theatre. LOS ANGELES^ CA. November 20^ 2022

Bailey Zimmerman has shared his new anthem, “New to Country,” following his Platinum-selling, fourth consecutive career No. 1, “Where It Ends” that held the top spot for two weeks back to back.

Zimmerman is currently making waves with his current single, “Holy Smokes,” and is also featured on the star-studded Twisters: The Album official soundtrack with his latest release, “Hell Or High Water,” alongside artists like Luke Combs, Miranda Lambert, Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson, Kane Brown, Thomas Rhett, Megan Moroney, Shania Twain, Tyler Childers, and more.

Zimmerman is currently on the road with his sold-out 30+ city international headline trek, RELIGIOUSLY. THE TOUR, as well as serving as support for Morgan Wallen, Luke Bryan and Kane Brown.

Take a listen to “New To Country” – here.

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Entertainment Daypop

Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz returning for ‘Shrek V’

Mike Myers at the AFI Lifetime Achievement Awards IHO Nicole Kidman at the Dolby Theater on April 27^ 2024 in Los Angeles^ CA

Variety reported that Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy and Cameron Diaz are returning to their roles of Shrek, Donkey and Princess Fiona in a new animated adventure in the Shrek universe.

DreamWorks Animation posted on X: “Not too Far, Far Away… @Shrek 5 is coming to theaters on July 1, 2026 with Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz.”

Shrek 5 will be directed by Walt Dohrn, who served as a writer and artist on “Shrek 2” and “Shrek the Third,” and as head of story on “Shrek Forever After,” in which he also voiced Rumpelstiltskin. “Shrek 5” will be produced by franchise returner Gina Shay and Illumination founder Chris Meledandri; Brad Ableson serves as co-director.

Shrek 5 is set for release July 1, 2026, in time for the 25th anniversary of the release of the original film, based on William Stieg’s beloved children’s book. The most recent Shrek film, Shrek Forever After, was released in 2010. The franchise also includes several Puss in Boots spinoffs featuring Antonio Banderas.

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Rock Daypop

Eagles add more shows in January 2025 to Las Vegas Sphere residency

MSG Sphere and High Roller illuminated at night Las Vegas^ Nevada^ USA - November 7th^ 2023

The Eagles have added four more dates to their upcoming residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas, extending their Las Vegas residency   into 2025.

The rock band announced four additional dates in January “due to overwhelming demand.” The Sphere and Eagles posted on social media: “Due to overwhelming demand, the Eagles have announced four additional shows for the band’s residency at Sphere in Las Vegas on Friday, January 17th, Saturday, January 18th, Friday, January 24th, and Saturday, January 25th. The residency will feature 20 shows over ten weekends, from Friday, September 20th through Saturday, January 25th. Presale registration is available now at Eagles.com. The presale begins Tuesday, July 23rd at 10 AM PT. Vibee Hotel & Experience Packages are on sale now at eagles.vibee.com/ The general on-sale begins Friday, July 26th at 9 AM PT.”

The Eagles initially announced an eight-date residency at the Sphere that begins Sept. 20. The band later added November dates and a series of shows in December. With the new dates, the Eagles will now perform a total of 20 shows over 10 weekends at the Sphere.

Tickets for the January dates go on sale July 26 at noon EDT. For information, head to: eagles.vibee.com. 

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Rock Daypop

Chris Cornell’s widow shares unreleased version of “Fast Car” to honor his 60th birthday

Chris Cornell and Vicky Karayiannis at the Los Angeles premiere of 'The Promise' held at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood^ USA on April 12^ 2017.

Chris Cornell’s widow, Vicky Cornell shared an unreleased clip of her late husband covering Tracy Chapman’s classic song “Fast Car” in honor his 60th birthday (which was July 20th). “Fast Car” was originally released by Chapman in 1988, and saw a resurgence last y ear when it was covered by country artist Luke Combs. Combs’ version of “Fast Car” was a smash hit, and made Chapman the first Black woman to be the sole writer on a No. 1 country song.

Alongside a reel full of footage of Cornell (set against an audio clip of him singing the Chapman classic), Vicky paid tribute to her husband on social media, and also teased more unreleased music of Cornell’s, writing: “Chris would have turned 60 today. Although everyone that loved him is sad that he’s no longer here, it’s all of you, the fans who made him, whose love has continued to keep his legacy alive. I’m so grateful to you all for that. While I remember him best as the wonderful husband, father and human being he was – I’d like to celebrate his whole life and everything he gave us. On his 60th we can all celebrate his genius as an artist who redefined music, but also the incredible man who touched and changed lives. He’s an icon, and he gave us all so much – his unique voice, his poetry, his creativity… his life was a gift to so many. And as you can hear – there’s more to come!!! Sharing this to thank you all for your love and support and come together in celebrating ….We love you Chris – happy birthday! – @vickycornell”

Cornell’s estate released a 2020 covers album, No One Sings Like You Anymore, following his tragic death in 2017, The 10-song collection, originally recorded in 2016, featured the Soundgarden singer performing renditions of songs by John Lennon, Prince, and Janis Joplin.

Heart’s Nancy Wilson also recently shared previously unseen footage of Cornell joining the Heart acoustic side project the Lovemongers to take on Rolling Stones’ “Wild Horses” at a concert in Seattle on September 22nd, 1991. Wilson posted on social media: “Found a gem of a Lovemongers 90s rarity when Chris Cornell joined us on stage to sing Wild Horses in honor of Layne Staley. Happy birthday @chriscornellofficial”

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Entertainment Daypop

Mariah Carey adds 2025 dates to ‘Celebration of Mimi’ Las Vegas residency

Mariah Carey at the Variety's 2019 Power Of Women held at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills^ USA on October 11^ 2019.

Mariah Carey is extending her Las Vegas residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM with eight additional shows taking place in early 2025.

The eight new performances of the exclusive engagement Mariah Carey: The Celebration of Mimi Live in Las Vegas will kick off on January 31, 2025, and go through February 15, 2025. The career-spanning show, billed as a 20th anniversary celebration of Carey’s 10th album The Emancipation of Mimi (2005), is a trip through the singer’s illustrious career, from her debut 1990 single “Vision of Love,” through “Dreamlover,” “Hero,” “Fantasy,” “Butterfly,” “Heartbreaker,” “Shake It Off,” “We Belong Together” and “Fly Like a Bird.”

Tickets go on sale Friday, July 26th at 10 am local time via Ticketmaster. A limited number of tickets are also available for the following eight previously announced performances on July 26, 27 & 31; August 2, 3, 7, 9 & 10.

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Pop Daypop

Mariah Carey adds 2025 dates to ‘Celebration of Mimi’ Las Vegas residency

Mariah Carey at the Variety's 2019 Power Of Women held at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills^ USA on October 11^ 2019.

Mariah Carey is extending her Las Vegas residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM with eight additional shows taking place in early 2025.

The eight new performances of the exclusive engagement Mariah Carey: The Celebration of Mimi Live in Las Vegas will kick off on January 31, 2025, and go through February 15, 2025. The career-spanning show, billed as a 20th anniversary celebration of Carey’s 10th album The Emancipation of Mimi (2005), is a trip through the singer’s illustrious career, from her debut 1990 single “Vision of Love,” through “Dreamlover,” “Hero,” “Fantasy,” “Butterfly,” “Heartbreaker,” “Shake It Off,” “We Belong Together” and “Fly Like a Bird.”

Tickets go on sale Friday, July 26th at 10 am local time via Ticketmaster. A limited number of tickets are also available for the following eight previously announced performances on July 26, 27 & 31; August 2, 3, 7, 9 & 10.

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Pop Daypop

Take a look at the video for Karol G’s summer anthem ‘Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido’

Karol G performs at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami^ Florida on August 27^ 2023.

Karol G’s summer anthem called “Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido” (translated to: “If I Had Known You Before”) is lighting up the charts.

Karol performed the song prior to its official release for the first time in London, later explaining on her Instagram that the tribute to the merengue genre is because she owes a lot to The Dominican Republic. “I worked on part of ‘Mañana Sera Bonito’ there, and when I need to disconnect from the world and connect with myself I also go there,” she wrote. “Its culture, its music, its colors, the hospitality, the energy… everything feels very authentic and special there. Its people have embraced me in a way that fills my heart and inspires me all the time.”

Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido was produced in partnership with Coke Studio and is accompanied by a music video directed by Pedro Artola, produced by WeOwnTheCity and filmed in the Dominican Republic. In the visual, Karol portrays a waitress at a beachside establishment, who is challenged and empowered by a fellow waitress to sing at the karaoke bar. The video captures the authentic Caribbean flavor, as all of all the participants dance with the artists throughout the clip.

Take a look at the video for Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido – here.

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News Daypop

President Biden addresses nation for first time since withdrawing from 2024 president race

President Joe Biden makes remarks at Washington^ DC US - Feb 16^ 2023.

President Joe Biden addressed the nation on Wednesday for the first time since his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race.

Delivering remarks from the Oval Office, Biden said that his decision to step aside from the 2024 presidential race was a matter of saving democracy. Said Biden: “I revere this office. But I love my country more .. It’s been the honor of my life to serve as your president. But the defense of democracy is more important than any title. I draw strength, and find joy, in working FOR the American people. This sacred task of perfecting our Union is not about me. It’s about you. Your families. Your futures. It’s about ‘We the People.’ The great thing about America is here, kings and dictators do not rule. The people do. History is in your hands. The power is in your hands. The idea of America – lies in your hands.”

Biden withdrew from the president race on Sunday, after a month of intense pressure from Democrats to change course after his poor debate performance, which raised conerns about his age and whether he could successfully defeat former President Donald Trump in November. Biden said on Wednesday: “Over the next six months I will be focused on doing my job as President. That means I will continue to lower costs for hard-working families and grow our economy. I will keep defending our personal freedoms and our civil rights – from the right to vote – to the right to choose.”

In the rare Oval Office address, Mr. Biden also reiterated his endorsement for Vice President Kamala Harris to secure the Democratic nomination. Said Biden: “In just a few months, the American people will choose the course of America’s future. I made my choice. I’ve made my views known. I would like to thank our great vice president, Kamala Harris. She’s experienced, she’s tough, she’s capable. She’s been an incredible partner to me, and a leader for our country. Now the choice is up to you, the American people.”

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News Daypop

Israel Prime Minister Netanyahu speaks before joint meeting of Congress seeking bipartisan support

Israeli Prime Minister B. Netanyahu during the Trilateral Greece - Cyprus - Israel summit. Thessaloniki^ Greece - June 15^ 2017

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke to a joint meeting of Congress on Wednesday, urging American leaders to provide more bipartisan support to Israel amid its ongoing conflict with Hamas in Gaza. Netanyahu was invited to speak primarily by House Speaker Mike Johnson, who has been severely critical of President Joe Biden’s response to the war.

Netanyahu was defiant in his remarks before Congress as he seeked support, all while criticizing those who have protested the conflict.  Said Netanyahu: “We meet today at a crossroads of history. Our world is in upheaval. In the Middle East, Iran’s axis of terror confronts America, Israel and our Arab friends. This is not a clash of civilizations. It’s a clash between barbarism and civilization. It’s a clash between those who glorify death and those who sanctify life. For the forces of civilization to triumph, America and Israel must stand together.”

Netanyahu’s speech before Congress was his first address to U.S. lawmakers in nearly a decade, and his first since Hamas’ terrorist attack on Israel.  The Israeli Prime Minister said: “My friends, I came to assure you today of one thing: We will win. Like Dec. 7, 1941, and Sept. 11, 2001 – Oct. 7 is a day that will forever live in infamy .. For the forces of civilization to triumph, America and Israel must stand together.”

Netanyahu later in his speech said that Israel is “actively engaged in intensive efforts” to secure the release of the remaining hostages: “some of them are taking place right now … [we will] not rest until all their loved ones are home.”

The Biden administration said that Netanyahu will meet with the President on Thursday afternoon at the White House to discuss a potential ceasefire and hostage release deal, as well as the United States’ “ironclad commitment to Israel’s security.” The two leaders will also meet with the families of the Americans held hostage by Hamas. Vice President Harris will meet separately with Netanyahu on Thursday, the White House confirmed

During his speech before Congress, Netanyahu thanked Biden for his “tireless efforts on behalf of the hostages” and his “heartfelt support for Israel” after the terrorist attack:  “He came to Israel to stand with us during our darkest hour, a visit that will never be forgotten.”  

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