Month: November 2024

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Rock Daypop

Alice Cooper reveals 2025 tour dates

Alice Cooper performs at iThink Financial Amphitheatre in West Palm Beach^ Florida on August 27^ 2023. The performance was part of the Freaks On Parade tour.

Alice Cooper has added a new leg to the Too Close for Comfort Tour in early 2025. Cooper recently wrapped the Freaks on Parade Tour with Rob Zombie;

Cooper’s summer leg of the Too Close for Comfort Tour featured his best-known songs, including “No More Mr. Nice Guy,” “I’m Eighteen,” “Billion Dollar Babies,” “Elected” and “School’s Out.”

The new nine-date run will kick off on January 31st in Augusta, Georgia, playing shows in Greensboro, North Carolina, Mobile, Alabama, and Orlando, Florida, before wrapping up on Feb. 11 in St. Augustine, Florida. Cooper will also perform at Sonic Temple in May 2025 on Friday night, May 9th with Metallica.

For more information, head to Alice Cooper’s website.

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Pop Daypop

Netflix shares trailer for Sabrina Carpenter holiday special ‘A Nonsense Christmas’

Sabrina Carpenter wearing dress by Oscar de la Renta for Burberry departs for the 2024 Met Gala on a theme 'The Garden of Time' from The Pierre Hotel in New York on May 6^ 2024.

Sabrina Carpenter will headline a new holiday special at Netflix, with a press release reading: “This is really gonna jingle your bells. ‘A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter’ — her first-ever holiday special — features unexpected duets and comedic guests you will not want to miss! Mark your calendars for December 6 at 9PM ET/ 6 PM PT!”

Carpenter said in a statement: “The holidays have always been special to me. I am excited to bring my take to a classic holiday variety show — infusing my love of music and comedy to make something that is uniquely me.”

The streaming service shared a trailer for A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter, which will see the artist performing songs from her holiday EP Fruitcake as well as covers of holiday classics. According to an official description, the special will also feature “show-stopping music performances, comedic guests, unexpected duets, plus many more surprises and fun cameos” with musical guests including Chappell Roan, Tyla, Shania Twain and Kali Uchis, in addition to Quinta Brunson, Cara Delevingne, Kyle Mooney, Nico Hiraga, Megan Stalter, Sean Astin, Owen Thiele and Jillian Bell appearing in scripted roles.

Carpenter released Fruitcake, her first-ever holiday album, in November 2023. It features the songs “A Nonsense Christmas,” “Buy Me Presents,” “Santa Doesn’t Know You Like I Know You,” “Cindy Lou Who,” “Is It New Years Yet?” and “White Christmas.”

A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter will premiere on Netflix this Dec. 6 at 9 p.m. EST.

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News Daypop

President Biden announces ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah

Flags of Israel above dark sky. Hezbollah and Lebanon flags in background

President Biden announced Tuesday that that United States assisted in securing a ceasefire deal. Israel has agreed to the ceasefire deal with Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah that would end nearly 14 months of fighting. Under the deal, which is set to go into effect Wednesday at 4 a.m. local time, the fighting at the Israel-Lebanese border will end.

Mr. Biden said on the White House South Lawn: “Today, I have some good news to report from the Middle East. I just spoke with the prime minister of Israel and Lebanon. I’m pleased to announce that their governments have accepted the United States’ proposal to end the devastating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. I want to thank President Macron of France for his partnership in reaching this moment.”

Biden’s announcement came as Israel’s Cabinet approved the ceasefire after urging from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The war between Israel and the Iran-backed group has killed almost 3,800 people in Lebanon over the last year and left about 16,000 others wounded.

Biden said the deal was “designed to be a permanent cessation of hostilities,” adding that the U.S., and partners including France, “will make sure this deal is implemented fully. Let me be clear, if Hezbollah or anyone else breaks the deal, and poses a direct threat to Israel, then Israel retains the right to self-defense consistent with international law.”

Shortly after the president’s announcement, Netanyahu said in a statement that his Cabinet had approved the U.S.-brokered deal, 10 ministers to one: “Israel appreciates the U.S. contribution to the process, and reserves its right to act against any threat to its security,” adding that he spoke with Biden and “thanked him for the US involvement in achieving the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon and for the understanding that Israel maintains freedom of action in enforcing it.”

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Biden admin. proposes coverage for weight-loss drugs by Medicare, Medicaid

Wegovy semaglutide pens for treatment of chronic obesity^ close up

Under a new rule the Biden administration proposed on Tuesday, millions of Americans with obesity would be eligible to have popular weight-loss drugs like Wegovy or Zepbound covered by Medicare or Medicaid. The rule would not be finalized until January, days after President-elect Trump takes office.

The new rule would dramatically expand access to anti-obesity medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy, from Novo Nordisk, and Mounjaro and Zepbound, from Eli Lilly. The White House said in a fact sheet that some 3.4 million Medicare beneficiaries and about 4 million Medicaid recipients would gain access to these medications, which can cost as much as $1,000 a month for the uninsured. Some Medicare enrollees could see their out-of-pocket costs drop by as much as 95%.

The Biden administration said: “This proposal would allow Americans and their doctors to determine the best path forward so they can lead healthier lives, without worrying about their ability to cover these drugs out-of-pocket, and ultimately reduce health care costs to our nation.”

Currently, Medicare has been barred from paying for weight loss drugs unless they’re used to treat conditions like diabetes or to manage an increased risk of heart disease. The Biden administration is proposing to reinterpret the law barring coverage by classifying obesity drugs as treatment for a “chronic disease,” rather than as weight loss medications. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure said on a call with reporters Tuesday: “The medical community today agrees that obesity is a chronic disease. These drugs are the beginning of a revolution in the way that weight is controlled.”

U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra told The Associated Press: “It’s a good day for anyone who suffers from obesity. It’s a game changer for Americans who can’t afford these drugs otherwise.”

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Sports Daypop

Inter Miami appoints Javier Mascherano as new head coach

Barcelona's Javier Mascherano during the UEFA Champions League game between Olympiacos vs FC Barcelona at Georgios Karaiskakis stadium in Piraeus^ Greece - October 31^ 2017

Inter Miami announced on Tuesday that Javier Mascherano is their new head coach, succeeding Gerardo “Tata” Martino, who stepped down last week due to personal reasons.. Miami stated Mascherano’s full coaching staff will be announced at a later date. The club posted on social media: “Bienvenido, Jefe 🇦🇷✍ Argentina and FC Barcelona legend Javier @Mascherano has been named as our new head coach! Welcome to the Miami dream 🩷🖤”

Jorge Mas, managing owner of Inter Miami, said in the announcement: “This job requires somebody with the experience to be able to maximize our unique collection of talent – from our global superstars, to our burgeoning homegrown players, to our young international prospects, and everything in between. Javier has amassed unmatched experience in his career, from playing on the world’s biggest stages, to coaching at the youth international level; he has the blend of skills and experience we were looking for, and even has had direct coaching experience with Tomás Avilés, Facundo Farías, Federico Redondo, and Benjamin Cremaschi. We believe Javier is an important addition to our Club as we continue on our quest to be among the world’s elite, setting a new standard for fútbol in North America.” 

Mascherano had a long playing career for such clubs as River Plate, Corinthians, West Ham United, Liverpool and Barcelona, where he won five La Liga titles, as well as the Champions League, UEFA Cup and FIFA Club World Cup championship twice. During eight seasons with Barcelona, Mascherano was part of a Barça side that also featured current Inter Miami stars Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba, Sergio Busquets and Luis Suárez. He also represented Argentina 147 times at the international level, playing in four World Cups and five Copa América tournaments alongside Messi.

Mascherano signed with Miami through the 2027 MLS season. The 40-year-old Mascherano comes to MLS after coaching Argentina’s U-20 and U-23 men’s teams since 2021. Most recently, he guided Argentina to the knockout stage of the 2024 Paris Olympics this past summer.

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Sports Daypop

North Carolina Tar Heels fire head coach Mack Brown

Kenan Stadium^ home of the University of North Carolina Tar Heels football team. Chapel Hill^ NC - October 6^ 2023

North Carolina announced Tuesday that head coach Mack Brown will not return next season. Brown, 73, had just one day earlier declared his intention to return to the Tar Heels. UNC said that Brown will still coach in the team’s season finale against NC State on Saturday; however, a decision has yet to be made on whether or not Brown will coach the program in the bowl game.

North Carolina athletic director Bubba Cunningham said in a statement: “Mack Brown has won more games than any football coach in UNC history, and we deeply appreciate all that he has done for Carolina football and our University. Over the last six seasons — his second campaign in Chapel Hill — he has coached our team to six bowl berths, including an Orange Bowl, while mentoring 18 NFL Draft picks. He and his wife Sally have done an outstanding job supporting the Carolina community, including raising funds for UNC Children’s Hospital while hosting other popular events such as the Ladies Day Clinic. Both also have been terrific in leading our program during some incredibly tough stretches, including the tragic passing of wide receiver Tylee Craft this season. Coach Brown has led the Carolina football program back into the national conversation as we improved the program’s facilities, significantly increased the size of the staff, invested in salaries and bolstered our nutrition and strength and conditioning programs. He also has been a dedicated fundraiser, strengthening the football endowment while also supporting our other sports programs. We thank Coach Brown for his dedication to Carolina, and wish him, Sally and their family all the best.”

Brown said in a statement: “While this was not the perfect time and way in which I imagined going out, no time will ever be the perfect time. I’ve spent 16 seasons at North Carolina and will always cherish the memories and relationships Sally and I have built while serving as head coach.We’ve had the chance to coach and mentor some great young men, and we’ll miss having the opportunity to do that in the future. Moving forward, my total focus is on helping these players and coaches prepare for Saturday’s game against N.C. State and give them the best chance to win. We want to send these seniors out right and I hope our fans will show up Saturday to do the same.”

Brown went 6-5 this year in the sixth season of his second stint as the head coach in Chapel Hill. In two stints at North Carolina, Brown has gone a combined 113-78-1. The College Football Hall of Fame member has three years remaining on his contract; he also coached at Texas, winning the 2005 national championship there.

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Country Daypop

Megan Moroney drops three-song holiday EP ‘Blue Christmas …duh’

Christmas Tree And Gift Boxes On Snow In Night With Shiny Star and Forest - Winter Abstract Landscape

Megan Moroney is kicking off the holiday season with a new three-song EP dubbed ‘Blue Christmas …duh‘, featuring two new original songs and a rendition of the holiday classic, “Blue Christmas.”

Moroney posted on social media: “well since it comes out tonight, i guess now would be a good time to let y’all know I recorded a lil 3 song holiday EP that features 2 original songs & a cover of a classic. it’s called “Blue Christmas …duh”

Blue Christmas …duh opens with the original song “All I Want for Christmas is a Cowboy,” which was written by Moroney, Ben Williams, Mackenzie Carpenter and Micah Carpenter. The collection also includes “Christmas Morning,” and closes out with Moroney’s cover of “Blue Christmas.”

Stream Blue Christmas …duh: HERE.

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Country Daypop

Parker McCollum shares dates for 2025 ‘What Kinda Man Tour’

close up of hand of man playing guitar in concert on stage

Parker McCollum has announced the first round of dates for his 2025 What Kinda Man Tour, named for his current radio single, “What Kinda Man,” available now.

McCollum posted on his socials: “What Kinda Man Tour 2025! Sign up for presale with the link in my bio and join the @goldchainnation fan club to get first access. Tickets on sale to the public on Monday, October 28 at 10am Local.”

Joining McCollum on tour is rising country star Kameron Marlowe, with special guests Laci Kaye Booth and William Beckmann.  The artist shared: “First, I want to say a huge thank you to each and every person who has come out to one of our shows. Y’all were with us rain or shine this past year, and I can say it was hands down one of my favorite tours – I truly do have the best fans out there! Y’all keep me doing the thing that I love to do and for that I’ll forever be grateful. Can’t wait to kick the doors down in 2025 and hope to see you all out on the road again next year.”

McCollum is currently up for Song of the Year at this year’s 58th CMA Awards with his hit song, “Burn It Down.” The 58th CMA Awards will air live tonight on ABC on November 20th at 8 pm ET/PT. E

Tickets for the What Kinda Man Tour are available now at McCollum’s website: HERE.

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Entertainment Daypop

Comedian John Mulaney to host variety talk show on Netflix

John Mulaney at the 2014 FOX Fall Eco-Casino at The Bungalow on September 8^ 2014 in Santa Monica^ CA

Comedian John Mulaney has signed on to host a variety talk show on Netflix, posting on their social media: “John Mulaney will host a new LIVE variety talk show on Netflix in early 2025. THAT’S IT. That’s all we know!”

Per Variety, Mulaney will return to host a live weekly variety talk show in early 2025, as noted from a statement via Netflix’s chief content officer, Bela Bajaria. Bejaria said at the Bloomberg Screentime conference: “We have a long relationship with John, and we have done the stand up specials, and during Netflix Is a Joke Festival this year, he did a live talk show called Everybody’s in LA. I was there at a couple of the tapings, and it was so bold and original and fresh and unprecedented, unpredictable. And I think it’ll be really fun to get to do a live show with him.”

Mulaney also is set to guest host the Nov. 2 episode of Saturday Night Live and he will be seen in the Broadway stage comedy, All In, starting Dec. 11.

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Rock Daypop

Korn, Shinedown, Green Day, Linkin Park to headline Welcome To Rockville 2025

Korn performs live at Van Andel Arena. GRAND RAPIDS^ MICHIGAN / USA - JANUARY 31^ 2020

The 2025 Welcome to Rockville festival announced its 2025 lineup, featuring headliners Korn, Shinedown, Green Day, and Linkin Park. The four-day event will take place at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, FL from May 15-18.

Shinedown singer Brent Smith in a statement: “We take this very seriously…it’s symbolic and a massive honor to be a headliner at Welcome To Rockville. This is the biggest rock festival in North America, so LET’S GO!!!!”

The 14th edition of Welcome to Rockville will also feature Rob Zombie and Three Doors down supporting Shinedown on May 15, Alice in Chains and Good Charlotte with Green Day on night two, Incubus and Pierce the Veil taking the stage with Linkin Park on Saturday nigh, and Bad Omens and Marilyn Manson warming up for Korn on May 18th.

In addition, among the 150 bands who will perform on five stages at this year’s festival are: Sublime, Knocked Loose, Halestorm, Mudvayne, I Prevail, Jimmy Eat World, Motionless in White, Beartooth, Crossfade, Seven Hours After Violet, Bush, Chevelle, Taking Back Sunday, Hollywood Undead, Killswitch Engage, New Found Glory and many more. For the full 2025 Welcome to Rockville lineup, head – HERE.

Full details, including ticket options, are available here.

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