Month: July 2024

SEE IT: First Look at The Fire Inside Starring Ryan Destiny and Brian Tyree in Biopic Based on Boxer Claressa Shields

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The first images just dropped for “The Fire Inside”, the upcoming biopic about boxer Claressa Shields, written by Barry Jenkins and starring Ryan Destiny and Brian Tyree Henry. This film, previously titled “Flint Strong”, marks the directorial debut of Rachel Morrison, the Oscar-nominated cinematographer recognized for her work on “Mudbound”, making her the first woman ever nominated for Best Cinematography. Morrison has also worked on notable films like Ryan Coogler’s “Black Panther” and “Fruitvale Station”. So this all sounds like a big deal. Here’s more …

THE FIRE INSIDE is the inspirational true story of Claressa Shields, arguably the greatest female boxer of all time. Claressa, a high school Junior from Flint, Michigan, aided by her tough-love coach, Jason Crutchfield, pushes past all limitations to become the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in boxing. But even at the pinnacle of success, Claressa has to reckon with the fact that not all dreams are created equal, and the real fight has only just begun.

Get this, Claressa Shields herself is involved in the project as an executive producer. The film is set to premiere in September at the Toronto International Film Festival and will hit theaters this Christmas.

“The Fire Inside” has been in development for several years, with Jenkins attached to the project since the awards campaign for “Moonlight”, before its Oscar wins. The biopic draws from the 2015 documentary “T-Rex”, which chronicles Shields’ journey. Directed by Drea Cooper and Zackary Canepari, “T-Rex” was a tri-continental effort (North America, Europe, and Asia) that began production in 2012 and successfully raised $64,000 through crowdfunding, supplemented by major funding from Independent Lens.

Universal initially acquired the rights to Shields’ life story and the documentary in 2016 before the project moved to Amazon MGM. 

Check out the photos below all from Amazon MGM:

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Elon Musk Retweets Digitally Altered and Misleading Kamala Harris Campaign Ad Resulting in Swift Backlash 

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Elon Musk, owner of Tesla, SpaceX and most relevantly the social media platform X (Formerly Twitter) faced instant backlash after retweeting an altered Kamala Harris campaign ad without labeling it as misleading. Full stop, how does the owner of one of the biggest social platforms just take part in clear violations of the platform’s own rules? Not to mention he has 191 million followers, the very thought of this level of misinformation is appalling. 

Get this, the retweeted video used segments from a recent Harris campaign video but replaced the audio with a voiceover impersonating Harris, making controversial statements about President Joe Biden’s senility and referring to herself as an incompetent candidate. Feels like a parody, but so what, it’s ridiculous that he would retweet this and shows he and others have no bottom in the lengths they will go to help elect Donald Trump. 

And onto the racism. The voiceover also described Harris as “the ultimate diversity hire” and accused her of “trying to sound Black.”

So you know the facts about the original campaign video, it featured Harris asking, “What kind of country do we want to live in?” before transitioning into Beyoncé’s song “Freedom.” The altered version omitted Beyoncé and included derogatory comments, which were widely condemned.

In response, Harris campaign spokesperson Mia Ehrenberg criticized Musk and former President Donald Trump, stating:

“We believe the American people want the real freedom, opportunity, and security Vice President Harris is offering; not the fake, manipulated lies of Elon Musk and Donald Trump.”

The insensitive and misleading video was initially posted by a YouTube account named “Mr Reagan,” labeled as a parody. However, it is unclear if the video utilized artificial intelligence. Alexios Mantzarlis, director of the Security, Trust, and Safety Initiative at Cornell Tech, suggested the altered content might be considered a deepfake, indicating a trend of using such deceptive tactics for trolling rather than legitimate misinformation.

Senator Amy Klobuchar accused Musk of violating X’s policy on misleading content, tweeting, “If @elonmusk and X let this go and don’t label it as altered AI content, they will not only be violating X’s own rules, they’ll be unleashing an entire election season of fake AI voice and image-altered content with no limits, regardless of party.”

X’s own hypocritical policy states that users may not share synthetic, manipulated, or out-of-context media intended to deceive or confuse people. Despite this, Musk’s retweet had garnered significant attention, with 119.9 million views as of Sunday afternoon.

Just tomfoolery by Elon Musk. Willing to bet if someone retweeted an altered Trump campaign Ad, he’d ban their account for life and hold a press conference stating misinformation will not be tolerated. 

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Elon Musk Retweets Digitally Altered and Misleading Kamala Harris Campaign Ad Resulting in Swift Backlash 

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Elon Musk, owner of Tesla, SpaceX and most relevantly the social media platform X (Formerly Twitter) faced instant backlash after retweeting an altered Kamala Harris campaign ad without labeling it as misleading. Full stop, how does the owner of one of the biggest social platforms just take part in clear violations of the platform’s own rules? Not to mention he has 191 million followers, the very thought of this level of misinformation is appalling. 

Get this, the retweeted video used segments from a recent Harris campaign video but replaced the audio with a voiceover impersonating Harris, making controversial statements about President Joe Biden’s senility and referring to herself as an incompetent candidate. Feels like a parody, but so what, it’s ridiculous that he would retweet this and shows he and others have no bottom in the lengths they will go to help elect Donald Trump. 

And onto the racism. The voiceover also described Harris as “the ultimate diversity hire” and accused her of “trying to sound Black.”

So you know the facts about the original campaign video, it featured Harris asking, “What kind of country do we want to live in?” before transitioning into Beyoncé’s song “Freedom.” The altered version omitted Beyoncé and included derogatory comments, which were widely condemned.

In response, Harris campaign spokesperson Mia Ehrenberg criticized Musk and former President Donald Trump, stating:

“We believe the American people want the real freedom, opportunity, and security Vice President Harris is offering; not the fake, manipulated lies of Elon Musk and Donald Trump.”

The insensitive and misleading video was initially posted by a YouTube account named “Mr Reagan,” labeled as a parody. However, it is unclear if the video utilized artificial intelligence. Alexios Mantzarlis, director of the Security, Trust, and Safety Initiative at Cornell Tech, suggested the altered content might be considered a deepfake, indicating a trend of using such deceptive tactics for trolling rather than legitimate misinformation.

Senator Amy Klobuchar accused Musk of violating X’s policy on misleading content, tweeting, “If @elonmusk and X let this go and don’t label it as altered AI content, they will not only be violating X’s own rules, they’ll be unleashing an entire election season of fake AI voice and image-altered content with no limits, regardless of party.”

X’s own hypocritical policy states that users may not share synthetic, manipulated, or out-of-context media intended to deceive or confuse people. Despite this, Musk’s retweet had garnered significant attention, with 119.9 million views as of Sunday afternoon.

Just tomfoolery by Elon Musk. Willing to bet if someone retweeted an altered Trump campaign Ad, he’d ban their account for life and hold a press conference stating misinformation will not be tolerated. 

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Drake Collaborated On A New Song But Didn’t Get Credited At All, He Just Claimed On Instagram

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Gordo (formerly known as DJ Carnage) just dropped a new album called Diamante, and it’s one Drake fans have had their eyes on: Drizzy features on a pair of tracks from the project, “Sideways” and “Healing.” The way Drake sees it, though, there’s actually a third track from the project on which he should be credited but currently isn’t.

In an Instagram Story posted last night/this morning (July 29), Drake shared a screenshot of the track “Cafecito” (which was released as a single in May) and wrote, “I made this beat with you but it’s all good… [pepper emojis] @gordoszn.”

According to the track’s credits on Spotify, Drake is not officially credited on the song. Nicki Nicole and Sech are credited as performers alongside Gordo, and Gordo is credited as the track’s sole producer.

Even beyond Gordo, Drake has been in a collaborative mode lately. An unreleased Lil Yachty collaboration popped up on Kai Cenat’s stream. He guested on two Camila Cabello songs, “Hot Uptown” and “Uuugly.” Of course, this all follows Her Loss, Drake’s joint album with 21 Savage. His latest solo album, 2023’s For All The Dogs, also includes link-ups with people like Teezo Touchdown, Savage, J. Cole, Yeat, SZA, PartyNextDoor, Chief Keef, Bad Bunny, Sexyy Red, and Yachty.

Drake Collaborated On A New Song But Didn’t Get Credited At All, He Just Claimed On Instagram

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Gordo (formerly known as DJ Carnage) just dropped a new album called Diamante, and it’s one Drake fans have had their eyes on: Drizzy features on a pair of tracks from the project, “Sideways” and “Healing.” The way Drake sees it, though, there’s actually a third track from the project on which he should be credited but currently isn’t.

In an Instagram Story posted last night/this morning (July 29), Drake shared a screenshot of the track “Cafecito” (which was released as a single in May) and wrote, “I made this beat with you but it’s all good… [pepper emojis] @gordoszn.”

According to the track’s credits on Spotify, Drake is not officially credited on the song. Nicki Nicole and Sech are credited as performers alongside Gordo, and Gordo is credited as the track’s sole producer.

Even beyond Gordo, Drake has been in a collaborative mode lately. An unreleased Lil Yachty collaboration popped up on Kai Cenat’s stream. He guested on two Camila Cabello songs, “Hot Uptown” and “Uuugly.” Of course, this all follows Her Loss, Drake’s joint album with 21 Savage. His latest solo album, 2023’s For All The Dogs, also includes link-ups with people like Teezo Touchdown, Savage, J. Cole, Yeat, SZA, PartyNextDoor, Chief Keef, Bad Bunny, Sexyy Red, and Yachty.

Blxst Will Bring ‘I’ll Always Come Find You’ Across North America With Leon Thomas, Joyce Wrice, And Joony

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I’ll Always Come Find You, Blxst’s debut full-length album, arrived earlier this month. According to Uproxx’s Aaron Williams, the LP served as proof that “The Rap Concept Album Is Back,” and Blxst will bring the immersive world to life.

On Monday, July 29, Blxst announced his 2024 I’ll Always Come Find You Tour, which will stage 30 North American shows. Blxst captioned his announcement, “PLAYING SONGS FROM ALL PROJECTS,” so that’s a bonus. Blxst will be joined in select cities by Leon Thomas, Joyce Wrice, and Joony.

According to a press release, tickets will first become available via the Citi pre-sale on Tuesday, July 30, and “additional pre-sales will run throughout the week” before the general public sale on Friday, August 2, at 10 a.m. local time. Find more ticketing information here.

The press release also relayed that Blxst partnered with Education Is Key to donate $1 per each ticket sold toward providing “scholarships for inner-city students in Blxst’s hometown of Los Angeles.”

Blxst’s 2024 Dates: I’ll Always Come Find You Tour

10/01 — Houston, TX @ House of Blues^%
10/02 — San Antonio, TX @ Aztec Theatre^%
10/03 — New Orleans, LA @ The Fillmore^%
10/05 — Orlando, FL @ House of Blues^%
10/07 — Dallas, TX @ South Side Ballroom^%
10/10 — Atlanta, GA @ The Tabernacle^%
10/11 — Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz^%
10/13 — Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore^%
10/15 — Boston, MA @ Citizens House of Blues Boston^%
10/16 — Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore^%
10/17 — New York, NY @ The Rooftop at Pier 17^%
10/19 — Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore Silver Spring^%
10/24 — St Louis, MO @ Pageant^%
10/26 — Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore Detroit^%
10/28 — Toronto, ON @ Queen Elizabeth Theatre%
10/29 — Chicago, IL @ House of Blues%
10/30 — Chicago, IL @ House of Blues%
11/01 — Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium#
11/02 — Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex#
11/03 — Las Vegas, NV @ Brooklyn Bowl#
11/06 — Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo#
11/08 — Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom#
11/09 — Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom#
11/12 — Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater#
11/15 — San Francisco, CA @ The Masonic#
11/16 — Wheatland, CA @ Hard Rock Live Sacramento#
11/19 — Phoenix, AZ @ Arizona Financial Theatre#
11/21 — San Diego, CA @ Gallagher Square at Petco Park#
11/22 — Los Angeles, CA @ YouTube Theater#%
12/05 — Honolulu, HI @ The Republik&

^ with Leon Thomas
# with Joyce Wrice
& with Zacari
% with Joony

Blxst’s I’ll Always Come Find You Tour Poster

Courtesy of Blxst & Live Nation

Blxst Will Bring ‘I’ll Always Come Find You’ Across North America With Leon Thomas, Joyce Wrice, And Joony

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blxst july 2024 press image
Amy Lee

I’ll Always Come Find You, Blxst’s debut full-length album, arrived earlier this month. According to Uproxx’s Aaron Williams, the LP served as proof that “The Rap Concept Album Is Back,” and Blxst will bring the immersive world to life.

On Monday, July 29, Blxst announced his 2024 I’ll Always Come Find You Tour, which will stage 30 North American shows. Blxst captioned his announcement, “PLAYING SONGS FROM ALL PROJECTS,” so that’s a bonus. Blxst will be joined in select cities by Leon Thomas, Joyce Wrice, and Joony.

According to a press release, tickets will first become available via the Citi pre-sale on Tuesday, July 30, and “additional pre-sales will run throughout the week” before the general public sale on Friday, August 2, at 10 a.m. local time. Find more ticketing information here.

The press release also relayed that Blxst partnered with Education Is Key to donate $1 per each ticket sold toward providing “scholarships for inner-city students in Blxst’s hometown of Los Angeles.”

Blxst’s 2024 Dates: I’ll Always Come Find You Tour

10/01 — Houston, TX @ House of Blues^%
10/02 — San Antonio, TX @ Aztec Theatre^%
10/03 — New Orleans, LA @ The Fillmore^%
10/05 — Orlando, FL @ House of Blues^%
10/07 — Dallas, TX @ South Side Ballroom^%
10/10 — Atlanta, GA @ The Tabernacle^%
10/11 — Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz^%
10/13 — Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore^%
10/15 — Boston, MA @ Citizens House of Blues Boston^%
10/16 — Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore^%
10/17 — New York, NY @ The Rooftop at Pier 17^%
10/19 — Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore Silver Spring^%
10/24 — St Louis, MO @ Pageant^%
10/26 — Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore Detroit^%
10/28 — Toronto, ON @ Queen Elizabeth Theatre%
10/29 — Chicago, IL @ House of Blues%
10/30 — Chicago, IL @ House of Blues%
11/01 — Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium#
11/02 — Salt Lake City, UT @ The Complex#
11/03 — Las Vegas, NV @ Brooklyn Bowl#
11/06 — Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo#
11/08 — Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom#
11/09 — Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom#
11/12 — Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater#
11/15 — San Francisco, CA @ The Masonic#
11/16 — Wheatland, CA @ Hard Rock Live Sacramento#
11/19 — Phoenix, AZ @ Arizona Financial Theatre#
11/21 — San Diego, CA @ Gallagher Square at Petco Park#
11/22 — Los Angeles, CA @ YouTube Theater#%
12/05 — Honolulu, HI @ The Republik&

^ with Leon Thomas
# with Joyce Wrice
& with Zacari
% with Joony

Blxst’s I’ll Always Come Find You Tour Poster

Courtesy of Blxst & Live Nation

DJ Polo Of Juice Crew Has Died, And Rap Legends Have Plenty Of Tributes For The Hip-Hop Pioneer

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This past weekend, DJ Polo of the Juice Crew was confirmed to have died by his family, who shared the news via his social media accounts.

“”It is with a heavy heart we mourn the loss of my father, the incredible DJ Polo,” the post reads. “He was not only a legend to the hip hop community but also to his family and we celebrate his life and legacy now and forever. We would like to thank you all for your beautiful words and tributes – seeing the impact he made has been overwhelming and we are so grateful… Thank you all again for your condolences and for respecting the family’s privacy at this time. We miss you Cuzmo.”

DJ Polo’s status as one of hip-hop’s foremost pioneers of the Golden Era alongside Kool G Rap meant that the news was met with an outpouring of tributes from fellow rap legends such as fellow Juice Crew member Big Daddy Kane, DJ Premier, Eric B, Ice-T, and of course, Kool G Rap himself.

“R.I.P. to a dear friend and a Brother from another Household,” wrote his partner-in-rhyme. “He is a Legend to Hip Hop and Juice Crew history. DJ Polo! May Light from the Highest be upon him.” You can see more tributes below.

DJ Polo and Kool G Rap were added to the Juice Crew in the mid-80s after recording “It’s A Demo” at the group’s studio with DJ Marley Marl and Mr. Magic. They later released the demo as the single “I’m Fly,” then followed it with three albums: Road To The Riches (1989), Wanted: Dead Or Alive (1990), and Live And Let Die (1992).
These albums are credited with contributing to the rise of Mafioso rap and built G Rap’s reputation as a supreme rhyme technician.

DJ Polo Of Juice Crew Has Died, And Rap Legends Have Plenty Of Tributes For The Hip-Hop Pioneer

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This past weekend, DJ Polo of the Juice Crew was confirmed to have died by his family, who shared the news via his social media accounts.

“”It is with a heavy heart we mourn the loss of my father, the incredible DJ Polo,” the post reads. “He was not only a legend to the hip hop community but also to his family and we celebrate his life and legacy now and forever. We would like to thank you all for your beautiful words and tributes – seeing the impact he made has been overwhelming and we are so grateful… Thank you all again for your condolences and for respecting the family’s privacy at this time. We miss you Cuzmo.”

DJ Polo’s status as one of hip-hop’s foremost pioneers of the Golden Era alongside Kool G Rap meant that the news was met with an outpouring of tributes from fellow rap legends such as fellow Juice Crew member Big Daddy Kane, DJ Premier, Eric B, Ice-T, and of course, Kool G Rap himself.

“R.I.P. to a dear friend and a Brother from another Household,” wrote his partner-in-rhyme. “He is a Legend to Hip Hop and Juice Crew history. DJ Polo! May Light from the Highest be upon him.” You can see more tributes below.

DJ Polo and Kool G Rap were added to the Juice Crew in the mid-80s after recording “It’s A Demo” at the group’s studio with DJ Marley Marl and Mr. Magic. They later released the demo as the single “I’m Fly,” then followed it with three albums: Road To The Riches (1989), Wanted: Dead Or Alive (1990), and Live And Let Die (1992).
These albums are credited with contributing to the rise of Mafioso rap and built G Rap’s reputation as a supreme rhyme technician.