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The long-awaited first authorized documentary about Led Zeppelin, Becoming Led Zeppelin, has been acquired by Sony Pictures Classics, which will distribute the Bernard MacMahon-directed film in North America, Latin America, the Middle East, Southeast Asia (except Japan) and Benelux.
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According to Deadline, the hybrid documentary-concert film features never-before-seen footage, performances and music and is described as an “experiential cinematic odyssey exploring Led Zeppelin’s creative, musical and personal origin story,” told in their own words in the first officially sanctioned movie about the band.
The hype train for Becoming began in 2021 when a work-in-progress version was screened at the Venice Film Festival, receiving a 10-minute standing ovation. The film follows the band’s four members — singer Robert Plant, guitarist Jimmy Page, bassist John Paul Jones and late drummer John Bonham — as they rise up through the British music scene in the 1960s playing in small clubs. It follows them to a fateful rehearsal in 1968 that changed the course of their careers and culminates in their first tour of America in 1970 as they ascended to rock superstardom.
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According to Deadline, the film features a new sound mix, previously unseen materials from the archives of all four members, including home movies and family photos, as well as exclusive interviews with Page, Plant and Jones, and never-before-heard interviews with Bonham.
The movie was written by MacMahon (American Epic) and Allison McGourty, with the director saying that the team spent “years designing this film to be experienced on the big screen with the best possible sound.”
In a statement, a spokesperson for Sony Pictures Classics added, “We loved this film from the first moment we saw it. It has been nothing short of extraordinary to witness the organic process Bernard, Allison, and their team have taken to sculpt what has turned out to be THE definitive film on the origins of Led Zeppelin. We are honored to be working with such committed artists who have crafted a film that immediately transports you right into the energy and excitement of that time.” The rep went on to note that the film “seamlessly weaves astonishing performances, archival footage, and interviews through superb editing and impeccable sound design. This film is a grand theatrical experience and we are very proud to be bringing it to the world.”
At press time no release date had been announced for the film, but you can watch a teaser prepared for the Venice debut below.
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Clock is out of time on The Masked Singer, as the fancy timepiece was unmasked and the Grammy Award-winning artist behind it was ousted Wednesday night (May 15).
With her elimination, Clock completes a podium finish for this 11th season of Fox’s whacky singing contest, ending up in third place behind Gumball and Goldfish in this semi-final.
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The episode opened this week with each of the three remaining celebrities in a battle royal to “Higher Love” by Kygo featuring the vocals of the late Whitney Houston (“Higher Love” was originally recorded by Steve Winwood). Clock went on to perform “Dancing In The Street” by Martha and The Vandellas for a spot in the finale, Goldfish hit “You Oughta Know” by Alanis Morissette.
When the votes were counted, time was up for Clock. Behind the mask was Thelma Houston, the“Don’t Leave Me This Way” singer.
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Panelist Rita Ora guessed right.
Houston admitted she came on the show to introduce herself to a new generation. “I would like to just say I had a wonderful time,” she told the audience following the big reveal. “I do thank my family for being my support system for all these years. And I’m amazed at the reception I got through these weeks, it’s been wonderful.”
The Motown legend also confirmed a rumor that, during the night of the Grammys, for which she was nominated, Houston stayed home to clean. It was the wrong job on the wrong night; she won for best female R&B vocal performance, back in 1978.
Gumball and Goldfish progress to the final of The Masked Singer.
Houston as Clock follows the exit of Chrissy Metz (as Poodle Moth), Ruben Studdard and Clay Aiken (as The Beets), Jenifer Lewis (Miss Cleocatra), Kevin Hart (Book); restauranteur Joe Bastianich (Spaghetti & Meatballs); TV personalities Savannah Chrisley (Afghan Hound), Billy Bush (Sir Lion) and Colton Underwood (Lovebird); NFL Hall of Famer DeMarcus Ware (Koala); singer Sisqó (Lizard) and others.
According to producers, constants for the current season boast a combined 22 Grammy nominations, 11 platinum albums, 33 Teen Choice nominations, 108 million records sold, 326 film appearances and 1.7 billion streams accumulated on Spotify.
Watch Clock’s performances and unmasking below.
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You can consider features like pockets for your phone, keys, water bottle, including adjustable straps to fit your travel preferences. To simplify your search we’ve curated a list of gym bags ranging from around $25 and up, offering you a budget-friendly yet quality solution to organize your items when heading to workout.
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The brightest stars in country music are getting ready for the 59th annual Academy of Country Music Awards, hosted by Reba McEntire.
The show will air live from the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, on Thursday (May 16) at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT (7 p.m. CT) and will stream exclusively on Prime Video and Amazon Music’s Twitch channel.
The ceremony will feature a tribute to Toby Keith performed by Jason Aldean.
Other performers include Kelsea Ballerini, Kane Brown, Jelly Roll, Gwen Stefani, Lainey Wilson, Chris Stapleton, Cody Johnson, Noah Kahan, Avril Lavigne, Miranda Lambert, Post Malone, McEntire, Parker McCollum, Thomas Rhett, Blake Shelton and Nate Smith.
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Presenters include Alabama, Breland, Tyler Cameron, Jordan Davis, Sara Evans, Carin León, Little Big Town, Ashley McBryde, Dion and Rozene Pride, Noah Reid, Richard Sherman, Charissa Thompson, Randy Travis, and Clay Walker. Amber Anderson and Kelly Sutton will host the AMC Awards red carpet.
The 59th Academy of Country Music Awards is produced by Dick Clark Productions. (DCP is owned by Penske Media Eldridge, a Penske Media Corporation subsidiary and joint venture between PMC and Eldridge. PMC is the parent company of Billboard.)
Keep reading for details on how to stream the ACM Awards from anywhere.
2024 ACM Awards: How to Stream for Free
You don’t need an Amazon Prime membership to stream the 59th Annual ACM Awards live on Prime Video. Simply click below to begin streaming the show live on Thursday, May 16, at 8 p.m. ET.
The show will rebroadcast on Friday, May 17, at 8 p.m. ET on the Amazon Music App and Amazon’s Freevee.
Interested in becoming a Prime member? Even though you don’t need Prime to ACMs, the membership comes with several perks such as free shipping and free access to Prime Video and Amazon Music. Launch your free 30-day trial to Amazon Prime here.
Aside from award shows, music documentaries and concert specials and original series such as The Idea of You, Fallout, Them, Citadel, Daisy Jones & The Six, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, The Boys, Invincible, and The Rings of Fire.
The ACM Awards red carpet kicks off at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT. A full rebroadcast will be available to stream for free on Amazon Freevee starting Friday, May 16, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.
Prime Video is available to stream on a smart TV, phone, computer or notebook device via the Prime Video app (use ExpressVPN to access Prime Video internationally).
After the first free month, your Prime membership will renew at $14.99/month or $139 a year, if you chose the annual plan. The membership also includes exclusive deals such as unlimited photo storage; access to Prime reading and Prime Gaming. Want more savings? Amazon Prime offers 50% off for qualifying students and SNAP/Medicaid recipients.
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