Ne-Yo’s ex-girlfriend Sade Bagnerise, who he shares two children with, has responded to the singer’s recent request for joint custody.
Month: June 2023
H.E.R. Announces Return of ‘Lights on Festival’ Headlined by Jazmine Sullivan, PARTYNEXTDOOR & More
H.E.R. and Live Nation Urban have exciting news as they announce the highly anticipated return of the Lights On Festival on Sept. 16 and 17.
Now in its third installment, the festival is set to take place at the renowned Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, CA, moving to the festival grounds for the first time after two consecutive sold-out editions in 2019 and 2021. Pre-sales for the event will commence on Thursday, June 29 at 12 pm PT, ending at 10 pm PT, with the general on-sale launching on Friday, June 30 at 12 pm PT.
This year’s festival boasts an impressive lineup, with GRAMMY® Award-winning R&B sensation Jazmine Sullivan headlining the first night on September 16. The festival will conclude with a special H.E.R. & Friends set on September 17. The diverse roster also includes talented artists like Don Toliver, Alina Baraz, PARTYNEXTDOOR, Doechii, DVSN, and many more.
“I’m so excited ‘Lights On Fest’ will be making its return,” H.E.R. says, “It’s my favorite way to wind down the summer by having two days filled with great R&B music. I am so proud to reveal the extraordinary talent we have on the bill this year and can’t wait for everyone to see what’s to come!”
Since its debut in 2019, H.E.R.’s Lights On Festival has made history as the first female-owned and curated festival in decades. Being a Bay Area native herself, H.E.R. aims to celebrate a genre-rich lineup of artists from her hometown and beyond. In addition to outstanding musical performances, the festival also features attractions such as a film screening tent, live art installations, an R&B Museum, a Guitar Lounge, and an expansive arcade.
You can see the full lineup below.
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SOURCE SPORTS: Patty Mills and the Brooklyn Nets Unveil New Mural in Sunset Park
In collaboration with the Brooklyn Nets and creative agency Street Theory, Patty Mills celebrated the inauguration of a stunning new mural that pays tribute to local and global Indigenous communities. Created by acclaimed artist Victor “Marka 27” Quiñonez, the mural draws inspiration from Mills’ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage in Australia, as well as the RedHawk Native American Arts Council, Ramapo Munsee Lunaape Nation, and other Indigenous communities in the New York area.
“The idea for this mural came about a year ago in conversations with General Manager Sean Marks,” said Mills. “We thought of a creative idea to give something to the community that could make them feel proud and that they could have ownership of. This mural is something that can bring us all together no matter where you’re from and honor Indigenous people both around the world and here in Brooklyn. It’s a generational masterpiece that communities around the world can be proud of.”
The mural’s objective is to emphasize the significance of Indigenous representation and the profound connection we share with water and each other. It features powerful figures surrounded by flowing water alongside native symbols and patterns, symbolizing the unity and vitality of nature.
The Team Mills Foundation and the Nets collaborated with Mexican artist Marka27 and Street Theory, an award-winning creative agency known for their remarkable large-scale public art projects worldwide, to design and paint the mural. Mills received guidance from the RedHawk Native American Arts Council, a nonprofit organization comprising Native American artists and educators residing in the tri-state area.
“Art has always been a catalyst for social change,” said Quiñonez. “Working with Team Mills, the Brooklyn Nets and The Redhawk Native American Arts Council was an honor and perfect opportunity for myself and Street Theory to celebrate our ancestors and Indigenous communities at the highest level through street art.”
The mural was unveiled during a community block party held at P.S. 958 in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, on Saturday, June 24. The event featured a cultural blessing and dance performance by the Redhawk Native American Arts Council and performances by the Nets’ Team Hype and Brooklynettes. Jackie Wilson, the Chief DE&I Officer of BSE Global, the parent company of the Nets, was also in attendance.
“BSE Global and the Brooklyn Nets are thrilled to join Patty and all the groups that played a role in bringing the mural to life,” said Wilson. “This mural is a great showcase of our organization’s commitment to Brooklyn and the larger New York City area, and we’re excited to have been a part of a project that brought the community together to celebrate art and culture.”
“As a school committed to representing the diversity that makes up New York City, this mural is an important tool to deepen the understanding of Sunset Park’s history. We are so grateful for this opportunity to collaborate with Patty Mills, the Brooklyn Nets and other organizations that align with our school’s mission to center the experiences of historically marginalized groups. We look forward to teaching our students about all that it signifies for years to come,” said Emily Shapiro, principal for P.S. 958.
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Lil Uzi Vert Reunites With Nardwuar 5 Years After Viral Interview
Lil Uzi Vert reunited with journlist Nardwuar following their hilarious viral interview in 2018 that churned out tons of memes and GIFs.
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony To Be Honored With Their Own Street In Cleveland
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony will be honored in their city of Cleveland with a street named after them, with the ceremony going down in August.
Casanova Has Been Sentenced To Over 15 Years In Prison
In May of 2022, New York rapper Casanova — responsible for viral hits like “So Drippy,” featuring Young Thug and Gunna, as well as “Woah” with Jeremih — pleaded guilty to the charges against him, which included firearm possession, conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, racketeering, and attempted murder. It was a rough trip, including being wanted by the FBI and denied $2.5 million bond.
As of Tuesday, June 27, Casanova has received his prison sentence, and it includes 188 months — translating to over 15 years — behind bars, according to a press release from Damian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York.
“Caswell Senior is not just a notorious recording artist, but he is also a high-profile leader of a vicious street gang and a magnet for gang violence,” Williams said. “At a crowded Miami house party, Senior personally fired a gun that seriously injured and could have killed a victim, inciting a shootout. Further, Senior’s stature in the community was central to Gorilla Stone’s successful recruitment and nationwide expansion. Today’s sentencing — along with the other significant sentences that have been imposed in this case — shows once again that gang life is not worth it and will lead to many years in prison.”
Lizzo Was Spotted At Beyoncé’s Concert In Warsaw And Was As Enthusiastic As Possible
In May, Lizzo shared a TikTok about struggling to overcome hate. “Today was one of those days where I was very angry, very angry at the world. Saw a lot of mean sh*t about me on the internet, and I wanted to give up,” she explained. However, after expressing her gloomy feelings more, she ended the rant on a high note, saying, “Then, I reminded myself to get up, get out, and get some sun, and I put on Renaissance.”
Beyoncé’s music is an oasis for many people. That album in particular is an excuse for celebration. So, when Lizzo went to The Renaissance Tour on Tuesday, June 27, in Warsaw, it makes sense that she totally let loose and have fun. A clip is circulating of the “Truth Lies” singer in attendance at the event and she quite possibly might be the most enthusiastic person there. She’s caught dancing her heart out to “Church Girls” and raising a beer.
You can tell Lizzo has been waiting to see Beyoncé perform Church Girl live
#RENAISSANCEWorldTour pic.twitter.com/z18iHBr3pi
— RENAISSANCE Updates
(@B7Album) June 27, 2023
On social media, she once divulged how many times she’s seen the Lemonade legend. “I have seen Beyoncé perform live 10 times in my lifetime,” she wrote on Twitter. “and today the 11th time was on a IG live across a body of water of a hotel and I’m not ashamed.”
When Is The Coachella Lineup Announced For 2024?
This year’s Coachella was quite the event. Though Frank Ocean’s highly anticipated performance was a bewildering experience and he later dropped off the festival, there were plenty of triumphant moments. Blackpink killed it, Gorillaz brought out Bad Bunny and Beck, Saweetie joined Latto onstage, and Skrillex’s set was one big massive party with Fred Again.., and Four Tet.
So it’s only natural that the countdown until the next Coachella begins. It wasn’t until January 10 that this year’s lineup was revealed, and it then took place during the weekends of April 14 to 16 and 21 to 23.
To be fair, The Indio, California-based festival has already started teasing next year’s jamboree. “Wherever you are, the desert isn’t far,” they tweeted earlier this month. “Coachella returns April 12-14 and April 19-21.” A playful accompanying graphic in the post announced that registration is open for access to the 2024 Advance Sale, which began on June 16.
Wherever you are, the desert isn’t far.
Coachella returns April 12-14 and April 19-21. Register now to access the 2024 Advance Sale beginning Friday, June 16 at 11am PT at https://t.co/qujCsdlTip. pic.twitter.com/DzxoqshQyR
— Coachella (@coachella) June 12, 2023
An array of hotel package options are shown on the festival’s website: La Quinta Hotel Packages, Indio Hotel Packages, Indian Wells Hotel Packages, Palm Desert Hotel Packages, and Palm Springs/Rancho Mirage Hotel Packages. Prices range from $3,099 (plus fees) to $10,999 (plus fees). Shuttle services and safari camping are also currently available to book on the website.
Former Dancer Sues Michael Jackson’s Estate For Molestation
According to several confirmed reports, Wade Robson, a very talented choreographer, is suing the late “King of Pop” Michael Jackson. Robson claims that he was sexually abused by Jackson when he was a young child. Robson, known for his talent with famous performers, is now trying to receive justice and compensation for the terrible things he says the famous musician did to him.
This intense legal battle is happening in a Los Angeles courtroom, which Robson, who is now in his mid-30s and at the best time of his life, says is a scary story about his claimed emotional pain. Robson contends that he seeks monetary compensation for the harm he endured. He says he was molested many times, starting when he was seven years old until he was a teenager.
On Monday, the California Court of Appeals has approved the lawsuit from the 40-year-old to sue MJJ Productions, which overturned the 2021 decision to dismiss the case.
This enormous, public case created a lot of discussion ands controversy., even though Jackson was cleared of child molestation charges in 2005. His reputation is still surrounded by problems due to continuous claims of sexual wrongdoings. This new lawsuit from Robson brings an interesting and thought-provoking angle to the story, raising important questions about the unknown aspects of the musician’s life.
People who disagree say that Robson’s late accusation makes his claims less credible. They are not sure if repressed memories can be trusted, and they think Robson might have other reasons for accusing, like wanting money. However, people who support and help those who have been abused highlight the suffering that victims experience. They carry a heavy weight of shame, fear and pressure from society, which often makes it difficult for victims of sexual abuse to speak out about their painful experiences.
This fight between Robson and Michael Jackson’s estate is likely to lead to many complicated legal questions. Jackson died unexpectedly in 2009, but. Robson’s lawsuit brings attention to the time limits for filing a legal case. Also, it could create new rules for similar cases against people who have passed away.
As the court case continues, people around the world are watching closely and feeling nervous about what will happen between Wade Robson and the complicated history of Michael Jackson. It also raises important questions about how society should handle the actions and reputation of public figures.
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MF DOOM Estate x SUPER7 To Launch ‘Operation: Doomsday’ Themed Collectible Action Figure
San Francisco based Super7, the premier pop-culture design house and producer of lifestyle-oriented collectibles and toys, has teamed up with MF DOOM’s estate and Rhymesayers Entertainment to launch today their Operation: Doomsday themed collectible ReAction figure. One of Hip-Hop’s most beloved anti-heroes, the ever-inventive MF DOOM received widespread praise for his sharp, candid rhymes, as well as his choppy, sample-heavy production style. This 3.85″ articulated MF DOOM ReAction figure is inspired by the cover art from his celebrated 1999 debut album Operation: Doomsday and features his signature hoodie and mask, as well as a microphone accessory. Decades later, MF DOOM is still celebrated for all facets of his work and influence. In the face of tragedy, DOOM re-infiltrated the rap game on his own terms, and crafted an instant cult classic. Operation: Doomsday stands as a testament to the power of betting on yourself against all odds, making this a must-have for hip-hop collectors.
Additionally, the DOOM estate is releasing a limited run apparel line, including Operation: Doomsday inspired t-shirts and hooded sweatshirts, for adults and youth, as well as a baby onesie. Visit Gasdrawls.com for more information.
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