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When actor Alison Brie cuts the ribbon on Thursday, Nov. 28, to kick off this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York, it will mark the beginning of the event’s 98th year, and will usher in performances from a string of stars from various musical genres.
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T-Pain, Jimmy Fallon & The Roots, Chlöe and The War and Treaty will be among those performing this year, with the lineup also featuring Bishop Briggs, Kylie Cantrall, Dan + Shay, Dasha, Coco Jones, Walker Hayes, Ariana Madix, Joey McIntyre, Idina Menzel, Natti Natasha, Rachel Platten, Lea Salonga, The Temptations, Alex Warren, Sebastián Yatra, Charli D’Amelio and Tiler Peck and Roman Mejia.
The Radio City Rockettes and the casts of Broadway shows Death Becomes Her, Hell’s Kitchen and The Outsiders will also perform, as will marching bands from colleges and high schools around the country.
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NBC and Peacock will air the parade from 8:30 a.m. until noon in all time zones, with an encore beginning at 2 p.m. ET. Today show’s Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb and Al Roker return as hosts, and the parade will be simulcast on Telemundo and hosted by Carlos Adyan and Andrea Meza. The 98th procession will depart from the starting line at 77th Street, march down a 2.5-mile route and arrive at Macy’s iconic Herald Square flagship.
Also making special appearances during the festivities will be Jonathan Bennett, Matt Bush, Tom Kenny, Ginna Claire Mason and Liza Colón-Zayas and members of the WNBA Champions New York Liberty.
More than 5,000 volunteers will be working on this year’s parade, which will include 17 featured character balloons, 22 floats, more than 700 clowns and 11 marching bands.
“The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is a beloved tradition that marks the beginning of the holiday season for millions of live spectators and viewers across the country,” Will Coss, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade executive producer, said in a statement. “A dedicated team of artisans and production experts at Macy’s Studios works year-round to bring this experience to life. This year’s 98th Macy’s Parade will create awe with unforgettable character balloons, one-of-a-kind floats and the world-class entertainment only Macy’s can deliver.”
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade broadcast is produced by Silent House Productions. Baz Halpin, Mark Bracco, Linda Gierahn serve as executive producers, and Sacha Mueller as co-executive producer.
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UFC goes to Canada’s Festival City! Two premiere flyweight fighters are set to go head-to-head in the octagon as the main event for UFC Fight Night: Canada. Mexican fighter Brandon “The Assassin Baby” Moreno (21-8-2) faces off against Iraqi fighter Amir “The Prince” Albazi (17-1-0) on Saturday, Nov. 2.
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UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi takes place at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Canada, with a start time of 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT. The main card is expected to begin at 8 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT.
Want to watch UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi online? The MMA event is livestreaming on ESPN+ for subscribers only.
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If you’re not a subscriber, a monthly subscription to ESPN+ goes for $11.99 per month. However, you can go with an ESPN+ annual subscription, which is now on sale for $99.99/year (reg. $119.99). This saves you more than 30% compared to the month-to-month subscription price. But act fast and sign up now, this limited time discount ends on Monday, Dec. 2.
Check out the complete UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi fight card below:
Main Card, 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT — ESPN+
Brandon Moreno vs. Amir Albazi (Flyweight) — Main Event
Erin Blanchfield vs. Rose Namajunas (Women’s Flyweight)
Derrick Lewis vs. Jhonata Diniz (Heavyweight)
Caio Machado vs. Brendson Ribeiro (Light Heavyweight)
Marc-Andre Barriault vs. Dustin Stoltzfus (Middleweight)
Mike Malott vs. Trevin Giles (Welterweight)
Prelims Card, 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT — ESPN+
Aiemann Zahabi vs. Pedro Munhoz (Bantamweight)
Ariane da Silva vs. Jasmine Jasudavicius (Women’s Flyweight)
Charles Jourdain vs. Victor Henry (Bantamweight)
Jack Shore vs. Youssef Zalal (Featherweight)
Alexandr Romanov vs. Rodrigo Nascimento (Heavyweight)
Serhiy Sidey vs. Garrett Armfield (Bantamweight)
Chad Anheliger vs. Cody Gibson (Bantamweight)
Jamey-Lyn Horth vs. Ivana Petrovic (Women’s Flyweight)
In addition, you can get the Disney Trio — which comes with ESPN+, Hulu and Disney+ — starting at just $16.99 per month for both services in one package.
What Is Moreno and Albazi’s Walkout Music for UFC Fight Night Canada?
While the Ultimate Fighting Championship has yet to announce each fighter’s walkout music for the main event of UFC Fight Night Canada, the fighters usually go out to the octagon to the same songs during their matches. Brandon Moreno typically walks out to “El Corrido Del Bebe Asesino” by Ariel Macias, while Amir Albazi prefers to walk out to “Takat Wala Mataket” by Salah Al Bahar. So these songs will likely make an appearance during the MMA event.
UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi is streaming on ESPN+ on Saturday, Nov. 2, starting at 5 p.m. ET/2 a.m. PT. The main card begins around at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on ESPN+.
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As the holiday season approaches, it’s a great time to start thinking about gifts for your little ones. If you want to inspire their creativity and love for music, we’ve put together a list of the top 10 musical instrument toys that are sure to keep your kids entertained.
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Whether your child is a fan of Olivia Rodrigo, Justin Bieber, Dua Lipa or Taylor Swift, these toy instruments can motivate them to explore their musical interests one instrument at a time, whether it’s playing the piano, trumpet, accordion or a karaoke set for young aspiring singers.
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This kid-friendly roundup of children’s instruments features a diverse array of options, including a piano, guitar, xylophone, drum sets, a mini karaoke set, accordion, tambourine and maraca set. These fun selections can help empower your child to experiment with different sounds and build a foundation for an appreciation of music. This list includes options for children of all ages, so you’ll be sure to find something for everyone.
Keep scrolling down to shop one or more of your favorite musical toys for your child this holiday season.
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Bigfun Kid Keyboard, 37 Key Portable Electronic Piano Keyboard
$19.99
$69.99
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Does your kid love the piano? Consider this best-selling electronic piano keyboard. It includes 37 keys with a microphone, and it’s a great gifts for kids ages 2 to 6, according to the brand.
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Best Choice Products 19-inch Kids in Flash Guitar, Pretend Play Musical Instrument Toy for Toddlers With Mic Stand
$24.99
$49.99
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For kids who want to channel their inner-pop star, there’s this 19-inch kids flash guitar that comes with a mic stand. This is a great way to play dress-up with your kids as well.
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Miniartis Glockenspiel Xylophone | 25 Note Colorful Metal Keys Xylophone for Kids | Percussion Musical Instrument | Includes Music Songbook with 20 Songs, Blue Carry Case
Have fun with your kids with this colorful xylophone by producing bright and melodic tones that inspire creativity and musical exploration. Plus, it comes with a music songbook with 20 songs and a blue carry case.
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Costway Kids Drum Set Educational Percussion Musical Instrument Toy With Bass Drum
$61.99
$109.99
44% off
Go all out with your gift and add this exciting drum set to your child’s collection. This drum set includes a cymbal, five drums, two drumsticks and a foot pedal.
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YLL Mini Karaoke Machine for Kids, Portable Bluetooth Speaker with 2 Wireless Microphones, Year Old Party Family School
If you’re looking for a mini karaoke machine for your kids, this one is cute and convenient. The set includes LED lights and magic voices, including, monster voice, female voice, baby voice, male voice and original voice, and has a handle so your kid can take it on the go.
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3 Piece Tambourine & Maracas Set
Shake it off and get the party started with this three-piece tambourine and maracas set. This handheld tambourine includes five bells, so you’ll be ready to sing all the Christmas carols with your family and friends.
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B. Toys Drum Set, 7 Instruments
If you’re looking for an alternative kid-friendly toy drum set, you could add this toy drum set to your shopping list. This musical instrument set includes a drum, two drumsticks, bells, tambourines, a maraca and a shaker. Its compact size and portable features makes it easy to take with you wherever you go.
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Hey Play Kids Accordion with 10 Key Buttons
Spice up your musical instrument collection with this playful accordion. This accordion has a range of two octaves in the key of C major. It also includes three air valve keys and seven button keys for playing.
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Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Musical Instruments 7-Piece Play Set
Is your toddler a fan of the PBS Kids animated series Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood? If so, this seven-piece set could be a perfect fit. The set includes a drum, two drum sticks, two maracas, a trumpet and a tambourine featuring beloved characters from the Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood spin-off series.
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Quercetti Saxoflute – 16 Piece Build Your Own Instrument Set
Build your own Saxoflute with this 16-piece set. This 2-in-1 gift not only lets you put it together, but also serves as a fun musical instrument toy for kids.
Give the gift of music to your child and open up a world of creativity and joy. Keep in mind, exploring different instruments can spark their imagination and ignite a passion for music in the long run. Consider adding a variety of fun instruments to your gift list to add unique sounds and opportunities for learning.
Whether they’re jamming with friends or playing solo, these toy instruments can provide entertainment and discovery. Buy one or more of these instruments and get ready to embark on your child’s musical journey.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers will celebrate wining the 2024 World Series with a huge parade in Los Angeles on Friday (Nov. 1).
Baseball mania swept through the music world, with celebrity fans such as Billie Eilish, Lil Wayne, John Legend, Ashanti, Nelly, Tyga and Flea from the Red Hot Chili Peppers attending this year’s World Series. Ashanti, Babyface and Brad Paisley were among the World Series national anthem performers, while Ice Cube performed during Game 2 in Los Angeles and Fat Joe performed during Game 3 in New York.
Dodgers were up three games to one when they beat the Yankees 7-6 in Game 5 to earn the team their eighth World Series title.
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Friday’s parade route starts at Gloria Molina Grand Park in front of L.A City Hall and ends at Flower Street in downtown Los Angeles. A ticketed event will follow the parade.
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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is scheduled to kick off the parade, which takes place on the birthday of Dodgers legend Fernando “El Toro” Valenzuela, who died from liver cancer on Oct. 22.
Keep reading for details on how to watch.
Dodger Parade: Where to Watch & Stream Live
Can’t make it to the parade? You can watch or stream coverage of the Dodgers parade on DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and Sling TV.
Live coverage will begin airing at 9:30 a.m. PT on local channels such as ABC 7, CBS 2, NBC 4, KTLA 5, KCAL 9 and Fox 11 in addition to the MLB Network. The parade is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. PT/2 p.m. ET.
If you’re on a budget, join DirecTV or Fubo to stream the Dodgers parade with a free trial (use ExpressVPN to stream internationally).
Besides a free trial for five days, DirecTV Stream is offering a limited deal that saves you $30 over two months. DirecTV Stream features over 90 cable and local channels and plans start at $87 per month for two months.
Fubo is discounted to $59.99 (reg. $79.99) for access to 200 live channels.
Both the Dodgers parade and ticketed event will be televised on MLB Network and simulcast on local networks, MLB.com and Spectrums SportsNet LA.
In celebration of the Dodgers’ win, Nike dropped a new collection of Dodgers gear including 2024 World Series Championship jerseys and T-shirts. Shop the full collection here.
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Nike has become a source for not only athletes, but also anyone looking to add a sporty, athleisure aesthetic to their wardrobe. That includes major artists like Billie Eilish, who has been sporting the brand onstage throughout her Hit Me Hard & Soft Tour — and she’s not the only one. Sneakerheads like Justin Bieber and Drake have also been known to flock to Nike to pick up fashion-forward streetwear like the sportswear brand’s iconic Air Force 1s.
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It’s not uncommon to see K-pop artists like BLACKPINK’s Lisa and Jisoo turn to the sportswear brand’s shoes for a more elevated sporty vibe. The love for Nike spans across music genres, with artists across pop, hip-hop and Latin incorporating Nike into their outfit rotations — and you can see it through all the official collaborations the brand has done, including with Eilish, Rosalía and Travis Scott.
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So as you hunt for unique gifts for the music lover in your life, you don’t have to only turn to their favorite artist’s official shop. Nike offers apparel regularly worn by musicians that’ll help fans channel their most-loved singer’s style — and earn you the “best gift giver” title in the process.
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What Are the Best Nike Gifts?
ShopBillboard has put together a list of the best Nike gifts for the friends (or family) who love athleisure — and inspired by musicians’ top styles. Below, you can find exact or similar pieces worn by the likes of the “Birds of a Feather” singer, as well as Scott, Rosalía, Lisa, Jisoo, Olivia Rodrigo, Shawn Mendes and more.
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Los Angeles Dodgers 2024 World Series Champions Replica Jersey (Men’s)
Brad Paisley and Eilish are both fans of the Los Angeles Dodgers who recently won the 2024 World Series Championship. To celebrate the big win, Nike dropped exclusive gear including this Official Replica Men’s Jersey, which is just one piece of gear the “Happier Than Ever” singer has been spotted wearing at games. Paisley even performed the National Anthem for the Game 1, marking his fourth time performing for the sporting event.
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Nike Air Force 1 ’07
There is nothing more timeless than a pair of Nike Air Force 1s. One of the most-seen styles is the all-while version that comes complete with a ventilated upper for added breathability and a cushioned interior for even more comfort. The list of singers who’ve been spotted in the sneaker is long and includes Suki Waterhouse, Ciara, Fat Joe, Eilish, Lizzo, Jennifer Lopez, Tinashe, Justin Bieber, Rihanna, Madison Beer, Travis Scott and Drake (just to name a few).
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Nike Indy Padded V-Neck Sports Bra
$22.97
$38
40% off
Addison Rae was once seen wearing this simple sports bra, which can also double as a sporty crop top. The built-in padding provides light support for low impact workouts and comes with adjustable straps to change to your liking. Unlike a plain design, the Indy version features front and side panels in a contrasting shade to elevate the look.
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Nike Essential Board Shorts
Even Rodrigo has joined the Nike trend having worn at some point these stretchy board shorts. Not only are they made with a quick-drying material, but the bottoms come with a longer inseam for fuller coverage.
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Nike Air Max Koko (Women’s)
$85.97
$100
14% off
In the past, K-pop singer Jisoo has opted to pair her outfits with these exact chunky platform sandals. Take outfits to new heights with the lifted sole while the upper comes with an adjustable tie to tighten the sandals to your liking.
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Nike Challenger Shorts (Men’s)
$35.97
$50
28% off
Rather than grab a basic pair of black athletic shorts, these Challenger bottoms will have your friend infusing Shawn Mendes’ style into their own. The singer has previously worn the style, which includes two layers of material including a slightly form-fitting interior that’ll move with you on the go.
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Nike Sportswear Easy Joggers (Women’s)
Expand their collection of loungewear with a pair of Nike joggers — a piece previously seen on Rosalía. Your loved one can kick back in total comfort with the help of the elastic waistband and ankle cuffs that’ll stretch and gently rest on skin.
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Nike Air Alpha Force 88 (Men’s)
$97.97
$130
25% off
BLACKPINK’s Lisa has been known to sport Nike off stage including the Alpha Force style in the red, white and black colorway. You can exude a more basketball vibe in a pair of these thanks to the court construction and ’80s inspired shape.
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Nike Everyday Plus Cushioned Training Crew Socks (6 Pairs)
Socks will always be that one essential gift you can never get too much of — and now your loved one can show off the same socks as Harry Styles. The “Daylight” singer has been spotted wearing Nike’s crew socks in the classic white shade, which reviewers praise for the design’s comfort and “thick” construction.
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Nike Sportswear Velour Polo (Women’s)
$53.97
$90
40% off
Camila Cabello is another artist who has been spotted wearing the brand — including a cropped polo back in January 2023, according to Instagram fashion blogger @camc.closet. While the original one isn’t available, this velour style shows off a more preppy side combined with comfort. Its exterior features a textured velvet material that’s soft to the touch while the sleeves and waist come with a stretchy cuffed fabric to help lock out chilly breezes.
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On Tuesday (Oct. 29), Apple unveiled a faster, more compact Mac mini designed for music production, video editing, writing and other creative tasks in addition to daily projects.
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Measuring at just 5 x 5 inches, Apple’s redesigned Mac mini offers 1.8 times faster CPU performance and two times faster GPU performance than the M1 chip, 16GB of memory, 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU and connection ports on the front and back. The new Mac mini also connects to iPhone and offers mirroring abilities through macOS Sequoia.
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Apple’s first “carbon neutral Mac with an over 80 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions across its materials,” retails for $599 and will be released on Nov. 8. (Eligible teachers and students can save $100 off the new Mac mini at Apple.) Need more power? The M4 Pro ($1,399) features up to 14-core CPU and up to 20-core GPU.
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Apple 2024 Mac Mini Desktop Computer with M4 chip; 10‑core CPU and 10‑core GPU, 16GB Unified Memory, 256GB SSD Storage
By comparison, M4 Mac mini outpaces Intel Core i7 delivering better graphics, faster gaming performance (in World of Warcraft: The War Within) and faster audio effects in Logic Pro (nearly three times as fast as Mac Mini with M1).
Compared to the M1 chip, the new Mac mini transcribes up to two times faster when using AI speech-to-text in MacWhisper. Other tasks with M4 such as spreadsheet calculations are up to 1.7 times faster in Microsoft Excel.
“The new Mac mini delivers gigantic performance in an unbelievably small design thanks to the power efficiency of Apple silicon and an innovative new thermal architecture,” said John Ternus, Apple’s senior vice president of hardware engineering. “Combined with the performance of M4 and the new M4 Pro chip, enhanced connectivity on both the front and back, and the arrival of Apple Intelligence, Mac mini is more capable and versatile than ever, and there is nothing else like it.”
The new Mac Mini is available for pre-order online at Amazon and Apple.com.
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Megan The Stallion is proving she’s not always savage in a new official documentary titled Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words. On stage, she may take on her Stallion persona, but off stage, she is Megan Pete, and on Thursday (Oct. 31), Hotties can meet the woman behind the Billboard Hot 100 chart-topping music.
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Produced by Amazon MGM Studios, the documentary gives fans an all-access pass into her life beyond the stage. The feature-length film spotlights her career achievements as well as her personal journey — including the death of her mother, who she regards to as her inspiration.
At the same time, the Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words will also touch on the 2020 shooting by Tory Lanez that the “WAP” shooter experienced. While Lanez was eventually convicted and sentenced to prison, the documentary explores on how Megan Thee Stallion’s mental health took a major blow as social media and even some rappers attempted ruin her reputation.
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How to Watch Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words Online for Free
You can only watch Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words through Prime Video, which means you’ll need a Prime membership in order to gain access. Since it’s an Amazon Original, current Prime members can instantly stream Megan Thee Stallion’s documentary when you log into your account and head to Prime Video.
Don’t have a Prime membership? Amazon is offering a 30-day free trial for new subscribers that’ll let you watch Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words for free and more exclusive Prime Video content. Once your free trial is over, you’ll be charged the regular subscription fee of $14.99/month or $139/year.
Bonus savings: Adults ages 18-24 and college students can get a six-month free trial and 50% off membership price when you sign up for Prime Student. If you’re a part of a qualifying government program, you could be eligible for the EBT/Medicaid membership that has a 30-day free trial and half-off subscription fee.
In addition to being able to stream Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words online for free, Prime members can look forward to watching Prime Video originals and exclusive content such as The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, My Lady Jane, Fallout, Jackpot!, The Idea of You, Reacher, Them, The Boys, Gen V and Invincible.
For even more programming, you can also add on premium channels like Max, Paramount+, Showtime, Apple TV+ and Starz through the Prime Channel storefront.
Check below to watch the trailer of Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words below.
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Music artists wanting out of their contracts is nothing new in the game and it seems like Ari Lennox is the latest in a long line of disgruntled rappers/singers to demand they be given their walking papers from the record label they feel is holding them hostage.
Taking to her Instagram stories, the “Pressure” singer went into detail as to why she no longer wants to be a part of Dreamville and Interscope saying they’ve been “playing” with her all month and “treating me like they’re sorry for me and like I’m the face of mental health.” Further expanding on her discontent with her situation, Ari explained where she was coming from in the situation.
“What I don’t like is being signed and lied to and manipulated. Not one person at those labels ever knew how to market or protect me. Y’all don’t know the half. Constant let down and neglect. This industry stuff will never be for me.”
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According to Rap-Up, Ari even explained how she had to come out of pocket to pay for Google ads after the label released her visuals to “Smoke” without her permission.
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The Shea Butter Baby creator hopped on Instagram Live to further air out her problems with Interscope. There, she revealed that the visuals for “Smoke” were released without her permission. “You cannot expect an artist to be anything without advertisement,” she said before mentioning that she’s been paying for the track’s Google Ads.
“I just want to be released, and it’s just that simple, and I’m tired of being nice,” the D.C. native explained. “I was trying to do everything the right way, but now I’m pissed. This was my final straw.”
Knowing what it’s like to be in a dire situation with a record label, T-Pain offered his services and took to the comments section to let Ari know that he’s there to help steer her through this situation as he’s been through the motions himself.
“Bb… … I need to talk to you. I wanna at least throw out some suggestions from experience on how I navigated from being supported by a label to fully independent. It’s fuckin tough as shit but you’re so talented and smart I knew if I gave you a littler perspective from my recent experience, I’ll at least spark something you can take and absolutely kill this shit on your own and be your own boss.”
Yeah, Ari Lennox is over it. Damn. pic.twitter.com/vwx35bshhN
— Write Life (@TheQueenMuse1) October 30, 2024
We hope she reached out to T-Pain to see what could be done to help her get out of her situation. Who knows, maybe her label will honor her wishes and just let her walk away, but if we’ve learned anything about the music industry over recent decades it’s that they rarely ever give the artists their freedom when asked to.
What do y’all think about Ari Lennox calling for her label to release her from her contract? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Ever wanted to listen to music from your favorite video games on the go? Nintendo announced a new mobile app called Nintendo Music, which features tracks from games such as Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Metroid Prime, Donkey Kong Country, Animal Crossing: New Horizons and much more.
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Available on the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store, the Nintendo Music app is free to download for the Apple iPhone and Android smartphones starting on Thursday, Oct. 31. While the app itself is free to download, you have to be a Nintendo Switch Online member to access it.
Memberships are available for purchase at Target with prices starting at $7.99 for three months, which breaks down to about $2.66 per month. Nintendo Switch Online is available at Amazon and Walmart too.
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Nintendo Music features key musical moments across very popular Nintendo titles with background and offline play, while you can create your own playlists to mix and match tracks from various franchises. You can enjoy extended playback of specific tracks up to 60 minutes without interruption.
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Meanwhile, a membership to Nintendo Switch Online gets you access to, not only the Nintendo Music app, but also online multiplayer mode for select titles, backup cloud data storage and a curated library of playable NES, Super Nintendo and Game Boy games. Learn more about Nintendo Switch Online.
Check out a list of video game music available (not all tracks from each game are featured in the app):
Pikmin 4
Pokémon Scarlet
Pokémon Violet
Splatoon 3
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Kirby Star Allies
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Metroid Prime
Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade
Donkey Kong Country
The Nintendo Music app is a free download on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. In the meantime, watch the announcement trailer, below:
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EBONY getting ready to for its 2024 Power 100 Gala and has announced the performers and hosts.
Grammy Award-winner and actress Coco Jones and singer-songwriter Durand Bernarr will be hitting the stage to perform, while Michelle Buteau and Tone Bell — stars of Netflix’s Survival of the Thickest — will serve as the gala’s hosts.
“EBONY Power 100 is a dazzling celebration of Black excellence at its absolute peak!” EBONY CEO Eden Bridgeman said in a press release. “With the reveal of our dynamic hosts and electrifying performers, this year’s event promises to be the most unforgettable yet! EBONY Power 100 is a transformative force, shining a spotlight on Black achievement across every sector.”
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Adding, “We are thrilled to offer a platform that not only honors today’s trailblazers but also ignites the aspirations of the next generation of Black leaders and innovators. Get ready for an extraordinary night that will inspire and uplift!”
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The influential media outlet recently dropped the list of honorees for its prestigious 2024 EBONY Power 100 list, and they include:
Artists In Residence: Aja Monet, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Chloe Arnold, Gabriel Moses, Jeremy Pope, Kennedy Ryan, Kenny Leon, Maleah Joi Moon, Paul Tazewell and Trinity Joy
Business Disruptors: Andrea Nelson Meigs, Ayo Davis, D.J. Vaughn, Dionne Harmon, Eric Austin, Ingrid Best, Kevin Hart, Melissa Butler, Pat McGrath and Tracee Ellis Ross
Community Crusaders presented by Nationwide: Arian Simone, Aulston Taylor, Damon Hewitt, Gina Duncan, Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, Kelley Robinson, Stefanie Brown James, Wawa Gatheru and Maryland Governor Wes Moore
Entertainment Powerhouses: Cord Jefferson, Gayle King, Kenan Thompson, Kerry Washington, Maya Rudolph, Ryan Coogler, Snoop Dogg, Taraji P. Henson, Tasha Smith and Vince Staples
Generation Next presented by United Airlines: Angel Reese, Ayra Starr, Doechii, Gabby Shepard, Genesis Butler, Kai Cenat, Latto, Monet McMichael, Quincy Wilson, and Uncle Waffles
Influential Creators: Aurora James, Aaliyah Jay, Funny Marco, Jerald “Coop” Cooper, Kahlana Barfield Brown, Kamie Crawford, Keith Lee, Kwame Onwuachi, Micah McDonald, Sean Bankhead and Wayman Bannerman
Leaders In Sports: A’ja Wilson, Dawn Staley, Jalen Hurts, Jaylen Brown, Jordan Chiles, Kimberly Browne Davis, Noah Lyles, Sha’Carri Richardson, Stephen Curry and Tony Clark
Media Mavens: April Ryan, Jennifer Hudson, Joe Budden, Keke Palmer, Lindsay Peoples, Nina Parker, Shannon Sharpe, Sidney Madden, Tank and J. Valentine, and Tasha McCaskiel
Music Innovators: Charlie Wilson, Coco Jones, Connie Orlando, Jason “J” Carter, Maurice “Moetown” Lee, Steve Canal and Troy Brown, Jon Batiste, Metro Boomin, Rob Gibbs, Samara Joy, SZA and Tyler, the Creator
STEM Trailblazers: Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, Calcea Johnson and Ne’Kiya Jackson, Ciara Imani May, Dr. Ebony Brown, Heman Bekele, Jasmine Lawrence Campbell, Dr. Khalia Braswell, Professor Lesley Lokko, Dr. Melissa B. Davis and Dr. Tiara Moore
The 2024 EBONY Power 100 Gala will be held at Nya Studios West in Los Angeles on Sunday, Nov. 17, and is supported in sponsorship by, Nationwide, Prime’s New Original Series: Cross, United Airlines and Baccarat.