New this week: Lizzo, 'Criminal Minds' and 'The Woman King'
This week’s new entertainment releases include an live posthumous album from Tom Petty, the criminal profile spinoff series “Criminal Minds: Evolution,” a documentary about the plucky Mars Rover Opportunity and a TV series that focuses on the backstage melodrama at the Chippendale’s male strip clubs.
New this week: 'Interceptor,' Post Malone and 'Fire Island'
This week’s new entertainment releases include albums from Post Malone and Drive-By Truckers, “Fast & Furious” alum Elsa Pataky leading her own action picture with “Interceptor,” and the modern romantic comedy “Fire Island,” set in the iconic LGBTQ vacation spot.
Lady Gaga Is Being Praised For Getting On The Literal Floor To Make Sure SZA’s Dress Looked Perfect When She Beat Her At The Grammys A Week After Her Sweet Oscars Display With Liza Minnelli
Gaga also paid an emotional tribute to Tony Bennett at the ceremony as she was forced to perform their duet without him due to his “continuing struggle with Alzheimer’s.”View Entire Post ›
news.yahoo.comJon Batiste tops Grammys; Silk Sonic soars, Rodrigo crowned
Jon Batiste won album of the year honors for “We Are” at the Grammy Awards on Sunday, giving him five trophies on a night that saw the ’70s funk of Silk Sonic take record of the year and song of the year and newcomer Olivia Rodrigo take three awards.
Doja Cat scares fans with announcement of quitting music
Doja Cat gave fans a major shock on Thursday when she announced quitting music. Unfortunately, due to a major flood the festival was canceled and Doja Cat couldn’t perform. “I don’t give a f**** anymore, I f***ing quit, I can’t wait to f***ing disappear and I don’t need you to believe in me anymore. that would be pointless in a way,” Doja Cat continued. Please don’t hesitate to ask me for shit because I love you,” Doja Cat said in final tweet.
themiamihurricane.comGrammy Awards Staff Picks
Simply a guessing game, predictions for the main award categories are below. There is no reason why “Kiss Me More” should not win Best Duo/Group Performance. In the Best R&B Performance category, Sonic and Sullivan are clear frontrunners. “Shore” was one of the most acclaimed albums of 2020 and Fleet Foxes have a prior Grammy nomination backing them. St. Vincent had the best album of the bunch though, no doubt about it.
themiamihurricane.comWhat to expect at the 64th annual Grammy Awards
With the 64th Grammy Awards planned for Jan. 31, nominations were released on Nov. 23 for yearly public viewing. “Sour” powers ahead as newer artists tend to win, but Rodrigo would have to beat Grammy darlings Nas X and Eilish. “Best Pop Vocal Album” and “Best Pop Solo Performance” feature Rodrigo, Eilish and Doja Cat as contenders for both awards with Bieber and Ariana Grande filling out the nominees. The alternative rock category is thankfully excellent. Featured image “Bruno Mars wears Benjamin Eyewear ‘Nicole’ to the 2012 Grammy Awards” by The Guise Archives is licensed under CC BY 2.0
themiamihurricane.comWho killed it? The best looks from Halloween 2021
In preview of the spookiest night of the year, here are some of the season’s killer looks so far:For her birthday, Doja Cat threw a Halloween bash as Princess Kida. Your Halloween playlist is officially secured with this album of straight-out-of-the grave archival material and fiery freestyles. Losing our marbles over this Squid Game Halloween costume. During “Live with Kelly and Ryan,” Ryan Seacrest and Kelly Rippa’s crew mounted the “Boo-Origin” shuttle as Jeff Bezos’s band of Blue Origin space cowboys. Jamie Lee Curtis as her mom Janet Lee’s character in “Psycho.”Featured image “Halloween” by jomudo is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
themiamihurricane.comLil Nas X conquers haters, remains triumphant, and celebrates his Black queerness on ‘Montero’
Lil Nas X has officially given birth to a masterpiece. The project features 15 songs including “Montero (Call Me by Your Name),” “Sun Goes Down” and “Industry Baby.”Embed from Getty ImagesThe album was released amidst controversy surrounding his performances and music. “Montero (Call Me by Your Name),” released this March, is an example of the criticism he has been faced with for his music videos. Songs like “Void,” “Life After Salem” and “Am I Dreaming” are ballads that go against the grain of what he has previously released. Lil Nas X managed to pack heartbreak, love, betrayal and much more into 41 minutes of bliss.
themiamihurricane.comRanking the 2021 VMAs performances
It would not be the VMAs without signature steamy, high-intensity performances from the biggest in music. This year did not disappoint, with Justin Bieber, Lil Nas X, Alicia Keys and Jack Harlow, among others, taking the stage. NormaniEmbed from Getty ImagesThe former Fifth Harmony member, Normani, is doing incredible as a soloist. Her VMA performance of “Wild Side” highlighted her incredible versatility as a performer. Lil Nas X (w/ Jack Harlow)Embed from Getty ImagesThe young, visionary rapper Lil Nas X was the man of the hour at the 2021 VMAs, illustrating the undeniable influence he’s had this year .
themiamihurricane.comDoja Cat To Host 2021 MTV Video Music Awards
WASHINGTON — American singer-songwriter Doja Cat will serve as the host for the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs). Previous MTV Video Music Awards hosts include Keke Palmer, Sebastian Maniscalco, Katy Perry, and Miley Cyrus. In 2020, the Video Music Awards were showcased in a pre-taped, studio-set format after having to cancel its initial Barclays Centre location due to the coronavirus pandemic. The 2021 Video Music Awards will be executively produced by Bruce Gillmer and Den of Thieves co-founder Jesse Ignjatovic, whereas Barb Bialkowski will serve as the co-executive producer. The MTV Video Music Awards will air live from New York City on Sept. 12, 2021, at 8 p.m. EST on MTV.
thewestsidegazette.comNASA releases stunning new pic of Milky Way's 'downtown'
NASA has released a stunning new picture of our galaxy’s violent, super-energized “downtown.” A radio telescope in South Africa also contributed to the image, for contrast. Astronomer Daniel Wang of the University of Massachusetts Amherst said Friday he spent a year working on this while stuck at home during the pandemic.
news.yahoo.comDoja Cat, Cynthia Erivo led the fashion march at the Grammys
Doja Cat arrives at the 63rd annual Grammy Awards at the Los Angeles Convention Center on Sunday, March 14, 2021. He was on hand in person but earlier created an Instagram red carpet moment with his daughter since no kids were allowed at the Los Angeles show. “I actually created a step and repeat and a red carpet,” she told reporters during a virtual news conference before the show. AdDue to pandemic precautions, the “red carpet” was not the usual mass of cameras and TV crews. AdAll three wore Gucci.
Ladies night: Beyoncé, Swift make history as others win big
Four women won the top four prizes Sunday, including Swift, who became the first female performer to win album of the year three times. Beyoncé — with her 28th win — became the most decorated woman in Grammy history. And 9-year-old Blue Ivy Carter — who won best music video alongside her mother — became the second youngest act to win a Grammy in the show’s 63-year history. Megan Thee Stallion, who won three honors, also made history and became the first female rapper to win best rap song. She's also the fifth rap-based act to win best new artist.
A peek behind the masks, precautions at the pandemic Grammys
Associated Press entertainment reporter Marcela Isaza poses backstage at the 63rd Grammy Awards at the Los Angeles Convention Center, Thursday, March 11, 2021. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)LOS ANGELES – I have covered the Grammy Awards for the Associated Press for 15 years. Built around performances, full of singing and shouting, and with the biggest crowd of any awards show, the Grammys seem uniquely wrong for a world still in the coronavirus pandemic. The AP workspace is set off with high, thick black curtains, and they are constantly replenishing us with masks and hand sanitizer. AdOutside the sprawling building, carpenters and technicians have been building the stages that will be a hub for Sunday’s awards.
New this week: 'Cherry,' 'Bloodlands' & Kids' Choice Awards
This combination photo shows key art for the Acorn TV series "Bloodlands," premiering March 15, left, key art for the Apple TV+ film "Cherry," center, and key art for Nickelodeons "Kids Choice Awards," hosted by Kenan Thompson and airing on March 13. (Acorn TV/Apple TV+/Nickelodeon via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. Ad—AP Film Writer Jake CoyleMUSIC— The 2021 Grammys will hand out 84 awards Sunday, but what’s more exciting? Other performers include Chris Martin, John Mayer, Doja Cat, Maren Morris, DaBaby, HAIM, Lil Baby, Brandi Carlile, Roddy Ricch, Brittany Howard, Miranda Lambert, Mickey Guyton and Black Pumas. Ad— Grown-ups don’t have a lock on awards shows, as Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards proves once again.
Grammy performers: Taylor Swift, BTS, Cardi B, Billie Eilish
FILE - In this Oct. 5, 2019 photo, Billie Eilish performs during the first weekend of the Austin City Limits Music Festival in Zilker Park in Austin, Texas. Eilish will perform at this month's Grammy Awards. (Photo by Jack Plunkett/Invision/AP, File)NEW YORK – Taylor Swift, BTS, Cardi B and Billie Eilish are set to perform at next week’s Grammy Awards. The Grammys were originally supposed to take place on Jan. 31 but were delayed because of the coronavirus pandemic. Beyoncé is leading nominee with nine, followed by Swift, Lipa and Ricch, who each earned six nominations.
Miami's City Girls Stand With the Femcees Poised to Take Over the New Decade
Heading into 2019, City Girls knew the year would be full of challenges they'd have to overcome. While City Girls held it down for the 305 last year, several other female rappers also unapologetically rose into the spotlight. Twenty nineteen was the year female rap finally pulled all the way through, delivering the vastest field of femcees yet, which demanded recognition from male peers and critics alike. In July, rapper and producer Jermaine Dupri sparked controversy when he made unfortunate comments about the new wave of female rappers. They also noted there are plenty of female rappers including Rapsody, Noname, and Kamaiyah whose lyrics dont mention any of those subjects.
miaminewtimes.comRapCaviar Live at the Fillmore Was an All-Female Love Letter to the 305
The published roster, however, was only the tip of the iceberg; a slew of surprise guests put their artistry on vivid display. Atlanta-based rapper Mulatto took the stage to warm up the crowd as the audience was still filling the Fillmore's standing and seated sections. After leading off with "Tia Tamera," she performed her new single, "Rules," live for the first time, then finished with the much-beloved "Juicy." Next up, Detroit rapper Kash Doll was treated to the sight of a Fillmore that could fill no more. She also brought out DJ Khaled and longtime collaborator and Love & Hip Hop: Miami castmate Trick Daddy.
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