Month: March 2025

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Sports Daypop

Texas hires Xavier’s Sean Miller as new men’s basketball coach

Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium at the campus of University of Texas. Texas Longhorns. AUSTIN^ USA - APR 26^ 2019

Sources told ESPN that the Texas Longhorns are hiring Xavier’s Sean Miller as their new basketball coach. The move comes shortly after Texas fired coach Rodney Terry, who led the Longhorns to a 62-37 record over the last three seasons.  Terry’s firing came on the heels of Xavier’s 86–80 win over the Longhorns in the First Four.  Xavier went on to lose 86–73 to No. 6 Illinois in the first round of the 2025 NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament Friday in Milwaukee.

Miller, who was in his second stint coaching the Musketeers, is a veteran head coach who has led teams to 13 NCAA tournament appearances in his career, including in two of the past three seasons at Xavier. Miller went 120-47 during his initial stint with the Musketeers from 2004-05 through 2008-09; and he led the Arizona Wildcats to a 302-109 record from 2009-10 through 2020-21.  Miller, 56, led the Musketeers to a 22-12 record this season and has won 487 games and brings a winning percentage of more than 71% (per CBS Sports.)

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Tennessee Titans sign former New England Patriots kicker Joey Slye to one-year contract

Nissan Stadium is mainly home to the NFL's Tennessee Titans but also hosts other football and soccer games^ concerts^ and events. Located across Cumberland River. Nashville^ TN^ USA - March 10^ 2024

Former New England Patriots kicker Joey Slye has agreed to a one-year deal with the Tennessee Titans, after his tenure in New England ended after just one season.

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport wrote: “The #Titans are adding a kicker, as they are signing former #Patriots and #Commanders kicker Joey Slye, per agent Glenn Schwartzman of Shark Sports Management.”

The former Virginia Tech kicker entered the league as an undrafted free agent in 2019, with the six-year veteran previously appearing in games for the Carolina Panthers, San Francisco 49ers, Houston Texans and Washington Commanders. He also played for the New York Giants and Jacksonville Jaguars.

Slye made 81.7% of his attempts through the first 95 appearances of his NFL career, and made a career-high 92% of his attempts in 2021, which he split with the Texans, 49ers and Commanders. Last season, the 28-year-old connected on 26 of his 33 field goal attempts with the Patriots — including a career-long 63-yard field goal in a Week 4 loss to the 49ers — and 25 of his 26 extra-point attempts.

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Country Daypop

Hardy teams with Nate Smith in video for ‘Nobody Likes Your Girlfriend’

Hardy attends the 2019 CMT Music Awards at the Bridgestone Arena on June 5^ 2019 in Nashville^ Tennessee.

Nate Smith and Hardy have dropped the music video for “Nobody Likes Your Girlfriend,” directed by Spidey Smith and features actor and comedian Kevin James and digital creators Sophia La Corte and Amanda Mertz.

Nobody Likes Your Girlfriend was written by Jessie Jo Dillon, Michael Hardy, Ben Johnson and Hunter Phelps, and Smith says of the track: “I’ve been a fan of Hardy for a long time. I still remember the first time I heard ‘Rednecker’—his authenticity was undeniable. Not only is he one of the most sought-after songwriters in country music, but he’s also a massive star in his own right. Having him join me on this song is truly humbling. From the start, we both knew this song had to be done this way—it speaks to so many people in a way that feels real. And on top of that, it’s easily one of the catchiest songs I’ve ever been a part of. I can’t wait to hear crowds singing it at the top of their lungs everywhere I go this year .. Now, I might be speaking for Hardy here, but deep down, I think we’re just a couple of random geeks with the same sense of humor. You wouldn’t believe how much we laughed on set. Then, to top it all off, we brought in one of the greatest comedians of all time—Kevin James! I’ve gotten to know Kevin recently, and on a whim, I sent him a video (half-jokingly) asking if he’d take the lead role in the video. I never imagined he’d actually say yes! Not only is he a legend in his craft, but he’s an even better human being. The biggest takeaway from this whole experience? The generosity of people like HARDY, Kevin James, and so many others who have allowed me to live my wildest dreams. Dream big, y’all!”

Smith is on the road with his Through The Smoke World Tour with stops in Canada, Europe and the United Kingdom as well as stops at C2C Festival. He will also be hitting the road this summer with Jason Aldean on his upcoming Full Throttle Tour.

Hardy is gearing up to embark on the Jim Bob World Tour this May, headlining arenas and amphitheaters across the U.S., plus festival dates in North America and festivals and first-ever headline shows in Europe. The tour includes stops at Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena, Los Angeles’ Kia Forum, Atlanta’s Lakewood Amphitheatre, New York City’s Madison Square Garden, and more.  Serving as support on select dates will be Koe Wetzel, Stephen Wilson Jr., Sikarus and McCoy Moore.

See the video for ‘Nobody Likes Your Girlfrield’ – HERE.

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Country Daypop

Trace Adkins drops the single “What Color’s Your Wild”

Trace Adkins performs in concert at the Paramount on June 20^ 2019 in Huntington New York.

Trace Adkins returns with his new single “What Color’s Your Wild,” written by Monty Criswell and Casey Beathard and produced by Bart Butler.

The new release follows Adkin’s announcement of his headlining What Color’s Your Wild Tour – set to kick off March 29th in Du Quoin, Illinois. The trek includes stops in Minnesota, Florida, and more with more dates expected to be added in the coming weeks.  For tour info, head HERE.

Listen to What Color’s Your Wild via lyric video – HERE.

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Entertainment Daypop

Jason Momoa stars in the trailer for ‘A Minecraft Movie’

Jason Momoa arrives for the ‘Ambulance’ Premier on April 04^ 2022 in Los Angeles^ CA

Warner Bros. released the final trailer for A Minecraft Movie, based on the 2011 video game Minecraft.

The Jared Hess-directed film has an all-star cast, featuring Jack Black as Steve, Jason Momoa as Garett, and Emma Myers as Natalie, with Danielle Brooks, Jennifer Coolidge and Sebastian Hansen also starring as people “who learn to create anything they desire out of blocks in the Overworld. But, they discover the Nether, where evil creatures do the same.”

After backlash from the first teaser trailer which featured more live-action content, the new trailer for A Minecraft Movie features more CGI characters, and teases the potential challenges the characters will face during their stay in the Overworld – addressing the movie’s close ties to the Minecraft video game by positioning the main gang as players within the game’s environment.

A Minecraft Movie opens April 4 in theaters; See the trailer – HERE.

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Entertainment Daypop

MAX shares new trailer for Season 4 of ‘Hacks’

Julianne Nicholson at the Los Angeles premiere for HBO's new series "The Newsroom" at the Cinerama Dome^ Hollywood. June 21^ 2012

Max released the trailer for Season 4 of ‘Hacks’ which returns April 10 at 9 p.m. EDT on the streaming service. Max renewed Hacks last May, following the Season 3 finale.

Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Paul W. Downs and Megan Stalter return for the fourth season of the Max Original comedy. The streaming service recently announced new guest stars for Season 4 last week, with Julianne Nicholson, Michaela Watkins, Bresha Webb, Robby Hoffman and Eric Balfour guest starring as yet-to-be disclosed characters. Filling out the cast are Danny Jolles, Gavin Matts, Grover Whitmore III, Holmes, Jasmine Ashanti, Katy Sullivan, Matt Oberg, and Sandy Honig, who will guest star as writers on Deborah Vance’s (Smart) new late night show.

The new season follows the tug-of-war between Deborah and Ava (Einbinder) as they get their late night show off the ground, while making history doing it.  The trailer shows tensions between Deborah and Ava, with their mutual agent (Downs) scolding Ava for blackmailing her way into the job of head writer for the talk show.

Recurring guest stars Kaitlin Olson and Christopher McDonald also return as Deborah’s daughter, DJ, and Marty, the casino owner from her Vegas days. Dan Bucatinsky, Tony Goldwyn, Jane Adams, Lauren Weedman, Poppy Liu, Lorenza Izzo, Johnny Sibilly, Paul Felder, Polly Draper, Luenell and Aristotle Athari are also back.

The rest of the season 4 cast includes Paul W. Downs, Megan Stalter, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Mark Indelicato, Rose Abdoo, Dan Bucatinsky, Helen Hunt, Tony Goldwyn, Kaitlin Olson, Jane Adams, Lauren Weedman, Christopher McDonald, Poppy Liu, Lorenza Izzo, Johnny Sibilly, Paul Felder, Polly Draper, Luenell, and Aristotle Athari.

See the Season 4 trailer of HACKS: HERE.

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Rock Daypop

Simple Minds to release live double-album ‘Live In The City Of Diamonds’

Scottish pop rock music band "SIMPLE MINDS" performs onstage at Belgrade BeerFest 2011 at "Usce" August 18^ 2011 in Belgrade^ Serbia.

Simple Minds have announced a new live double-album, ‘Live In The City Of Diamonds’, set for release on April 24 (pre-order/pre-save here).

The live double-album was recorded at the band’s sold-out concert at the Ziggo Dome arena in Amsterdam on April 6, 2024, as part of their epic Global Tour 2024.  Live In The City Of Diamonds features live renditions of Simple Minds’ 1985 hit single ‘Don’t You (Forget About Me)’, early tracks like ‘Love Song’, ‘Sons And Fascination’ and ‘Sweat In Bullet’, as well as cuts from the group’s era-defining 1982 album ‘New Gold Dream’.  In addition, the album is comprised of material from the band’s 1985 album ‘Once Upon A Time’, their 1989 #1 single ‘Belfast Child’ and songs from their 1991 LP ‘Real Life’ – including fan-favourite ‘See The Lights’.

The album will be available in a variety of formats, including digitally, double clear/glitter and standard black vinyl LP with 18 tracks, housed in gatefold sleeve with hi-spec finish, and 2 CD with 24 tracks and 24-page Media Book featuring exclusive photos and tour notes.

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Rock Daypop

Patti Smith to embark on ‘Horses’ 50th Anniversary Tour

Concert of Patti Smith 16-18 AUGUST 2018^ A CAMPINGFLIGHT TO LOWLANDS PARADISE FESTIVAL^ BIDDINGHUIZEN THE NETHERLANDS.

Patti Smith, 75, announced an upcoming tour to commemorate the 50th anniversary of her iconic 1975 debut studio album Horses.

The upcoming anniversary tour kicks-off with a European leg on Oct. 6 in Dublin, with the U.S. leg starting Nov. 10 in Seattle and concluding Nov. 29 in Philadelphia. Each show will include all eight tracks from the 1975 album.

Smith’s tour will also feature guitarist Lenny Kaye and drummer Jay Dee Daugherty — who both played on the original ’75 studio album, as well as keyboardist/bassist Tony Shanahan (who has toured with her for thirty years), and guitarist Jackson Smith. A press release notes, “Please join us to help celebrate the final ride of our irreverent thoroughbred.”

Full details and more are available at Smith’s official website.

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Pop Daypop

Will Smith to drop first full-length album in 20 years ‘Based on a True Story’

Will Smith at the premiere for "Emancipation" at the Regency Village Theatre. LOS ANGELES^ CA. November 30^ 2022

Will Smith announced his first full-length album in 20 years, Based on a True Story, will be available March 28.  Smith’s last album, Lost and Found, was released in March 2005.

Smith posted: “It’s OFFICIAL!! My new album Based On A True Story drops March 28. Hit that presave. Been working on this project for a minute and I’m itchin’ to get it out to y’all 🫶🏾”

Smith previously released the singles “First Love,” “Beautiful Scars,” “Tantrum,” “Works of Art” and “You Can Make It,” which will be included on the 14-track album, as well as collaborations with DJ Jazzy Jeff, Teyana Taylor and Jac Ross. DJ Jazzy Jeff and Simone join Smith for the opening track, “Int. Barbershop Day.” Teyana Taylor joins Smith for “Hard Times.” Jac Ross is featured on the track “Bulletproof.” Other new tracks include “You Lookin’ for Me?,” “Rave in the Wasteland” and “Make It Look Easy.”

To pre-order ‘Based on a True Story’ head HERE.

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Pop Daypop

Ariana Grande to release ‘Eternal Sunshine Deluxe: Brighter Days Ahead’, accompanying short film

Ariana Grande at the 2025 Critics Choice Awards at Barker Hanger on February 7^ 2025 in Santa Monica^ CA

One year after the release of Ariana Grande‘s Grammy-nominated album, Eternal Sunshine, the artist is releasing a deluxe edition of the album, Eternal Sunshine Deluxe: Brighter Days Ahead. 

Grande shared the news with a new photo on social media, alongside the caption: “eternal sunshine deluxe ♡ 📦 3.28” – indicating that it is set for release on March 28.

Grande also teased the accompanying short film “Brighter Days Ahead, The Short Film,” also arriving March 28 alongside the deluxe version of the album. The recent Oscar-nominee wrote in a social post: brighter days ahead, the short film also coming 3.28 ♡ 📦 by @christhedirector & @arianagrande”

Eternal Sunshine Deluxe: Brighter Days Ahead will include remixes with Mariah Carey, Troye Sivan, and Brandy & Monica, along with six new songs.

Pre-order Eternal Sunshine Deluxe: Brighter Days Ahead – HERE.

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