Michael Jackson would have turned 66 this week, and in honor of his birthday, Candace Owens has publicly apologized to the King of Pop in the latest episode of her show, Candace.
Owens, who grew up listening to Jackson with her family, admitted she once believed the allegations that Jackson molested children but has since changed her perspective.
“I was young, but I was disappointed in myself for having believed everything about someone who, you have no idea what this man meant, especially to black Americans,” Candace says. “We will continue to hold a candle for the King of Pop.
“What happened to Michael Jackson could never happen today. The media ran things… They completely controlled our minds. I, too, was warped to believe that Michael Jackson was a pedophile.”
In the episode, Owens delves into Jackson’s significance, life story, and the media’s portrayal of him. She compares the negative coverage of Jackson to her own recent experience with journalists and the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), who she claims tried to de-platform her.
Owens expresses her admiration for Jackson and describes her love for Thriller: “This is artwork,” she said, recalling her childhood memories of dancing in front of the TV, mimicking Jackson’s iconic moves.
Owens also explains why she doesn’t believe Jackson molested Jordan Chandler, emphasizing that “the case was closed” and criticizing the media for continuing to report on it. “Michael Jackson wasn’t guilty,” she argues, “But we know the media has never let facts get in the way of having a good time.”
The Game has found himself getting hunted down by private investigators as he has continued to try and avoid paying $7 million to his sexual battery victim.
Anybody who thought the vinyl resurgence was just a fad was mistaken: The industry has experienced a legitimate revival. As a result, music fans are interested in physical media in ways they may not have if the decades-old medium hasn’t made a comeback. That doesn’t mean everybody is listening to just their parents’ old music, though. That’s part of it, sure, thanks to rereleases that present classic albums in new ways. A vital part of the renewed vinyl wave, though, is new projects being released as records, of which there are plenty.
Whatever you might be into, each month brings a new slew of vinyl releases that has something for everybody. Some stand out above the rest, naturally, so check out some of our favorite vinyl releases of August below.
Smith’s classic album XO is getting a majorv inyl reissue for the first time, and it’s a big one, featuring “all the B-sides and assorted tracks that were released on the various singles, promos, and international editions.” This edition was previously released digitally in 2019, but now you can pop it on your record player (as long as you snag one of the 4,000 pressings made available).
Short N’ Sweet has only been out for a few days, but the success of singles “Please Please Please” and “Espresso” have already made it one of the year’s biggest albums. The vinyl options are great, too, as there’s an understated blue pressing as well as a more in-your-face picture disc.
Porter Robinson — Worlds 10th Anniversary and Worlds Live At Second Sky 2019
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Robinson made a splash with his debut album Worlds, and ten years on, he has reissued it with lovely holographic cover art as a 2-LP edition. Furthermore, there’s also Worlds Live At Second Sky 2019, which marks the first-ever release of the concert audio from his Second Sky festival.
Elemental Music has been rolling out its Motown Sound Collection over the past few months and one of its latest offerings is a Jackson 5 classic, Get It Together. This is a slick-looking one, as it featured red vinyl and a die-cut cover. Also available from Motown this month is Smokey Robinson & The Miracles’ Make It Happen (Mono edition) and More Hits By The Supremes (Mono edition).
Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals — NPR Tiny Desk
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Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals have one of the biggest Tiny Desk concerts: The YouTube video is one of NPR Music’s three to top 100 million views. Now, it finally has a home in your record collection, as it’s been pressed on vinyl for the first time.
Sam Smith — In The Lonely Hour 10 Year Anniversary Edition
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Sam Smith became an instant star with their 2014 debut album In The Lonely Hour and its signature hit “Stay With Me.” That was ten years ago now, and Smith has celebrated with an anniversary reissue that includes an exclusive new song called “Little Sailor.”
Young Jeezy — The Recession (Vinyl Me, Please Reissue)
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Among Vinyl Me, Please’s exceptional monthly releases for September is Jeezy’s 2008 favorite The Recession. This edition is pressed on stunning onyx-colored vinyl and comes with a new listening notes booklet.
“Nasty” has become a 2024 favorite, and there’s more where that came from on Tinashe’s new album, Quantum Baby. The vinyl edition is aesthetically understated but effective, as the LP is pressed on black/brown vinyl that plays well off the cover artwork.
A couple weeks ago, GloRilla hopped on Instagram to share a video of herself topless (but covering her breasts with her hands) in promotion of her remix of Rob49 and Skilla Baby’s “Mama.” Some fans apparently didn’t like what was going on there and there was speculation that GloRilla’s label put her up to the stunt (as HotNewHipHop notes). Now, GloRilla insists that’s not the case.
In a recent Instagram Live broadcast (archived here), Glo explained:
“I be saying motherf*ckers talking about… y’all had so much to say because […] I was dancing to my song holding my titties. Don’t worry about what me and my titties doing. B*tch, I bought them. […] ‘Oh, the label is making GloRilla do this.’ B*tch, the label ain’t making me do sh*t. A hoe gonna be a hoe. […] Y’all just be swearing muthaf*ckers make muthaf*ckers do sh*t. Like, everything I do, I be wanting to do it. Y’all got to learn how to just mind your business sometimes.”
Meanwhile, Glo recently admitted she wasn’t quite sure about Megan Thee Stallion when they first met, telling her, “I first met you at your Hottieween party last year, and I ain’t gonna lie, I was kinda shy. You were just acting like you weren’t drinking that night. I was like… in my head, I’m like, ‘This b*tch ain’t acting like she ain’t drinking,’ like, ‘What’s up with this b*tch?’”
Last night (August 29), Sabrina Carpenter tweeted, “this one’s for nicki.” Some think this is Carpenter helping Minaj reignite her feud with Travis Scott.
As HotNewHipHop notes, back in 2018, Scott’s Astroworld prevented Minaj’s new album Queen from reaching No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. At the time, Minaj criticized Scott for using album bundles to increase his sales numbers, saying on an episode of Queen Radio, “What we’re not gonna do is have that Auto-Tune man selling f*cking sweaters. Telling you he sold half a million albums, because he f*cking didn’t.”
Meanwhile, Carpenter’s new album Short N’ Sweet was released on the same day as Scott’s rerelease of Days Before Rodeo. So, some have come to the conclusion that Carpenter’s tweet is a reference to her and Scott competing for the No. 1 spot, with Carpenter seeking vengeance for Minaj.
Minaj acknowledged Carpenter’s tweet on Instagram Live, saying, “Shout out to Sabrina Carpenter, shout out to all the Sabrina Carpenter fans.”
The cushioning system provides responsive feedback, allowing for quick movements on the court. This colorway isn’t just about looks; it’s about making a statement. The combination of blue and pink creates a fresh, modern aesthetic that stands out in any setting. Whether you’re on the court or off, the Nike LeBron NXXT Gen AMPD “Mineral Blue/Light Wild Mango” is sure to catch your attention. With its striking color palette and performance-driven design, this release is perfect for those looking to add a vibrant, stylish option to their sneaker rotation. Keep an eye out for this exciting drop.
“Mineral Blue/Light Wild Mango” Nike LeBron NXXT Gen AMPD
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The shoes feature a mismatched colorway with the right and left featuring inverse looks. That being said, the shoes feature an icy rubber sole, one in blue and one in mango. Further, the uppers of the sneakers are comprised of leather and other materials, with one in mango and the other in blue. Finally, the pair features two Swooshes.
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Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Nike LeBron NXXT Gen AMPD “South Beach” will be released later this summer. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $170 when they are released. Further, make sure to let us know what you think about these kicks in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the most recent updates and news from the sneaker community. We’ll make sure to offer you the newest products from the most notable brands.
It’s wild how the Trump campaign continually tries to get away with using unauthorized music from major artists. It’s almost like he or those in his campaign making those decisions to blast hit records at those rallies, just don’t care about well, permission.
Here’s a snapshot we pulled off ‘X’ (formerly Twitter) from user @sfpelosi, that shows the long, growing list of artists, bands and musicians who have warned Trump’s team and, filed a cease and desist or even gone as far as suing him. The user actually forgot the Isaac Hayes estate, that is suing Trump for millions over the unauthorized use of “Hold On, I’m Coming” but we ain’t forget.
Anyway, the caption was cute:
“Listen up babe, new playlist just dropped”
Check it out, it has 137K likes, 4K comments and 21K retweets.
ESPN has announced that global superstar J Balvin will curate music for select ESPN Monday Night Football games throughout the 2024-25 NFL season. The curated tracks will feature in Monday Night Football promotional spots, live telecasts, and Monday Night Countdown for seven weeks, including two NFL Playoff weeks.
The curation schedule, subject to change, includes key matchups such as the New York Jets at the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1, New Orleans Saints at Kansas City Chiefs in Week 5, Buffalo Bills at New York Jets in Week 6, and Houston Texans at Dallas Cowboys in Week 11. Additionally, J Balvin will curate music for Week 18’s doubleheader, the Monday Night Super Wild Card, and the Divisional round.
“J Balvin is a global icon whose influence hits with diverse cultures and genres,” said Curtis Friends, ESPN Vice President of Sports Marketing. His selections are set to capture the excitement of the football season.
J Balvin will kick off the collaboration with his new song “DOBLEXXO” featuring Feid, from his latest album, ‘RAYO,’ released on August 9. The track will feature in ESPN’s Week 1 Monday Night Football promotions.
J Balvin follows in the footsteps of previous curators, including Timbaland & Justin Timberlake, Marshmello, Drake, DJ Khaled, and Diplo, continuing ESPN’s innovative music strategy for Monday Night Football.
In her first interview as the Democratic nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris emphasized the need to “turn the page” on former President Donald Trump, citing the division and chaos he represents. Speaking with CNN, Harris expressed pride in running alongside Tim Walz for the presidency, advocating for a “new way forward” that prioritizes unity and optimism. She highlighted their campaign’s commitment to delivering what she believes Americans deserve—hope and progress.
“I am so proud to be running with Tim Walz for president of the United States and to bring America what I believe the American people deserve, which is a new way forward and turn the page on the last decade of what I believe has been contrary to where the spirit of our country really lies.
“I’m talking about an era that started about a decade ago where there is some suggestion — warped, I believe it to be — that the measure of the strength of a leader is based on who you beat down, instead of where I believe most Americans are, which is to believe that the true measure of the strength of a leader is based on who you lift up. That’s what’s at stake, as much as any other detail that we could discuss in this election.”
