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Lil Wayne Opens Up About André 3000’s Comments On Aging In Hip Hop

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In a recent episode of his Young Money Radio show on Apple Music, Lil Wayne candidly addressed his disappointment after reading André 3000’s remarks about the challenges of finding subject matter for rap in one’s 40s. Although Wayne didn’t explicitly name André 3000, it was evident who he was talking about. Expressing his thoughts, Wayne said, “I read a depressing quote or two from someone I respect a lot in music. In Hip Hop period, in music period.” Without naming names, he continued, “And they were asked, ‘Why you ain’t been doing music’ or whatever? And they was like, ‘Man, what I’ma talk about? I’m in my 40s. Like what am I supposed to talk about?’ I was like wow, that was so depressing. I’m like, I have everything to talk about!”

Tyga, Wayne’s guest on the show, shared his perspective, suggesting that staying engaged in the music scene is essential. “But I feel like that’s why you gotta stay in it, though. I feel like you can’t be too far removed,” Tyga remarked. Wayne, however, disagreed. He expressed concerns about the potential creative discouragement that could come with trying to keep up with current music trends at his age. “So that’s why I say I don’t listen,” he concluded. “I just go in my little hole. I love what I do, I just put it out and swing for the fences, man.”

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Lil Wayne Makes It Clear He’s Disappointed

The sentiments made by Andre 3000 were featured in his recent interview with GQ. In the conversation about the absence of raps or lyrics in his latest album, New Blue Sun, André explained that, at his current age, he finds himself without significant topics to explore or discuss. While André 3000’s perspective suggests a struggle to find relevant content in his 40s, Lil Wayne remains committed to staying true to himself. Regardless of the changing landscape of the music industry. The conversation offers a glimpse into the challenges faced by artists as they navigate the evolving dynamics of the hip-hop genre.

“I don’t have anything to talk about in that way,” Andre 3000 said. “I’m 48 years old. And not to say that age is a thing that dictates what you rap about, but in a way it does. And things that happen in my life, like, what are you talking about? ‘I got to go get a colonoscopy.’ What are you rapping about? ‘My eyesight is going bad.’” While André 3000 raises valid concerns about the challenges of finding new inspiration in one’s 40s, Lil Wayne stands as a testament to the enduring power of passion and individuality. Ultimately, it’s a reminder that hip hop, at its core, remains a dynamic art form that thrives on the authentic and ever-evolving narratives that artists bring to the mic. What are your thoughts? Let us know on HNHH!

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Is There A Spotify Wrapped For Apple Music Users?

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Happy Spotify Wrapped day! The streaming service dropped its annual recap, providing users with their year-end stats about their most-played songs, artists, podcasts, and many more tidbits of info. However, those who don’t use Spotify, or are new to using Apple Music, might be wondering if the latter gives a Wrapped-like feature to their users, too.

Here’s what to know.

Is There A Spotify Wrapped For Apple Music Users?

While Apple Music does not specifically provide users with a Spotify Wrapped, as they are two competing streaming platforms, the music company does give listeners a year-end stats list titled Apple Music Replay. These were rolled out to their users earlier this week.

These contain the same key points of information, including your Top Artists, Top Songs, and more. While the Apple Music one isn’t quite as colorful as Spotify’s, or features extra details like your listening personality and… which city you would be in this year based on your habits (Burlington or Cambridge?), it does still get the job done.

It also provides you with a similar playlist of all the songs you listened to the most this year, just like Spotify.

For more information about how Apple Music users can access their 2023 Replay, visit here.

Spotify Wrapped 2023 Has Sparked A Hilarious Meme War With Apple Music Users Over Year-End Recap Supremacy

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Spotify takes the headlines every year when users receive their annual Wrapped stats. However, considering Apple Music dropped their “Replay” lists for users a few days ago that display essentially the exact same stats, it has created a divide between those who swear allegiance to their chosen streaming path. On social media, users have been not holding back on the memes either.

One user, who was on Apple Music’s side it seems, compared the platform to HBO. And Spotify, well, was Netflix.

Another stepped in to support Spotify, using the Real Housewives Of Atlanta video reaction, where Kandi notoriously accuses Porsha of making things up. “People are really on here trying to say Apple Music is better than Spotify,” they captioned.

Spotify users also felt that the Apple Music crowd, since they already got their Replays earlier this week, shouldn’t be posting their recaps today. This is the Wrapped’s to shine.

And then there are those who, for some reason, don’t have Apple Music or Spotify — but they do have YouTube Music or another streaming service in 2023. They feel even more left in the dust of the conversation.

Continue scrolling to enjoy some more memes about the Apple Music Replay versus Spotify Wrapped debate.

How To Find Your Apple Music Replay

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It’s that time of year again. Time to look back and reflect on our favorite music of 2023. And thankfully, streaming data makes it easy to do so.

Today (November 28), Apple Music users can see their Apple Music Replay — an interactive summary of their listening habits over the course of the past year. Apple Music Replay will show listeners their most played albums, songs, artists, and genres of the year. They can also see the amount of time they’ve spent listening to music.

To see their Apple Music Replay, Apple Music users must first open the Apple Music App. From there, they will receive a prompt on-screen to look at their Apple Music Replay.

Should a prompt not appear on screen, Apple Music users can also look at their Apple Music Replay by clicking here.

Granted, at any point in the year, Apple Music Users can see a playlist of their most played songs by opening up the Apple Music app, clicking the Listen Now icon at the bottom of the screen, then scrolling down to the Replay section. This playlist is said to update every Sunday from the beginning of each calendar year, until the end.

Apple Music users can also see their replay playlists from previous years.

Why Is Jimmy Iovine Being Sued?

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In November 2022, Jimmy Iovine was riding high — as he had mostly done since co-founding Interscope Records in 1990 — when Bruce Springsteen inducted him into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame as a recipient of the Ahmet Ertegun Award. Much can change in a year, as startling allegations against Iovine, 70, have surfaced this evening (November 22).

As first reported by Pitchfork, a summons has been filed in the Supreme Court of the State of New York County on behalf of a woman publicly identified as Jane Doe. The publication relayed that “the lawsuit itself is forthcoming,” but Iovine is being sued for “alleged sexual misconduct and abuse.”

Pitchfork‘s Evan Minsker continued, “Doe claims that she was ‘sexually abused, forcibly touched, and subjected to sexual harassment and retaliation’ in August 2007. The lawsuit against Iovine is for assault and battery, as well as violations of the New York City Victims of Gender-Motivated Violence Protection Act and the New York City Human Right Law.”

Shortly after Pitchfork broke the news, Billboard provided additional details:

“Though the full complaint is not yet available, a summons with notice was filed by the woman’s attorneys, Douglas Wigdor and Meredith Firetog at Wigdor Law. The case includes an accusation of ‘multiple instances’ of abuse along with a specific incident of sexual misconduct that occurred in New York in 2007. The woman is seeking economic and compensatory damages, punitive damages, attorneys’ fees and costs.

The case against Iovine is just the latest in a string of sexual misconduct lawsuits filed over the last month against men in the music industry, including industry executives like L.A. Reid and superstar artists like Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs and Axl Rose. The spike in cases is due to the looming expiration at midnight Thursday [November 23] of New York’s Adult Survivors Act, which created a one-year window for alleged survivors to take legal action over years-old accusations that would typically be barred under the statute of limitations. The summons effectively extends the deadline to submit a complete lawsuit.”

Iovine acted as Chairman and CEO of Interscope Geffen A&M until departing in August 2014 (as per Billboard at the time). Earlier that year, he and Dr. Dre sold their Beats Electronics and Beats Music to Apple “for a total of $3 billion,” Apple announced in May 2014. The acquisition “helped launch Apple Music,” as The New York Times put it in a December 2019 profile of Iovine.

Iovine retired from Apple in 2018.

Jimmy Iovine Is Reportedly Facing Allegations Of Sexual Misconduct And Abuse

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On Wednesday evening, November 22, Pitchfork reported that Jimmy Iovine, co-founder of Interscope Records, is facing allegations of “sexual misconduct and abuse.” A summons was filed earlier in the day in Supreme Court of the State of New York County. The publication specified, “Only the summons has been filed; the lawsuit itself is forthcoming.” The woman filing is publicly identified as Jane Doe.

“Doe claims that she was ‘sexually abused, forcibly touched, and subjected to sexual harassment and retaliation’ in August 2007,” Pitchfork‘s Evan Minsker wrote. “The lawsuit against Iovine is for assault and battery, as well as violations of the New York City Victims of Gender-Motivated Violence Protection Act and the New York City Human Right Law.”

Billboard additionally relayed that the filing attorneys on Doe’s behalf are Douglas Wigdor and Meredith Firetog of Wigdor Law. Because only a summons has been filed, “the full complaint is not yet available.” However, Billboard was able to confirm the following: “The case includes an accusation of ‘multiple instances’ of abuse along with a specific incident of sexual misconduct that occurred in New York in 2007. The woman is seeking economic and compensatory damages, punitive damages, attorneys’ fees and costs.”

Iovine co-founded Interscope in 1990 and remained at the head of the label until his departure from Interscope Geffen A&M in May 2014 (as relayed by Billboard at the time). In 2006, Iovine and Dr. Dre co-founded Beats By Dr. Dre (more commonly known as Beats). They sold to Apple for a reported $3 billion in 2014 “and helped launch Apple Music,” as reported by The New York Times in December 2019.

Iovine retired from Apple in 2018. The 70-year-old was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame last November — receiving the Ahmet Ertegun Award.

When Will Drake’s ‘Scary Hours 3’ Be On Apple Music?

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Time means nothing to Drake. On Wednesday afternoon, November 15, Drake released his and J. Cole’s “First Person Shooter” video. Less than 24 hours later, he has announced Scary Hours 3 will release tomorrow, November 17. The project will arrive just six weeks after For All The Dogs, his latest No. 1 album and 13th in his career (per Billboard). Generally, Drake has taken a liking to giving people little-to-no warning that a project is on the way. See: March 2021’s Scary Hours 2 and June 2022’s Honestly, Nevermind.

Remember when Drake openly contemplated retirement? That was cute. We’ll get real-time insight into what’s on Drake’s mind now when Scary Hours 3 presumably hits Apple Music (and all DSPs) at 9 p.m. PST and midnight EST (November 17).

In the Instagram video confirming Scary Hours 3, Drake says, “I’ll say this to you: I feel no need to appease anybody. I feel so confident about the body of work that I just dropped that I know I could go and disappear for, whatever, six months, a year, two years — even though I’m not really, like, into [laughs] — I’m not really into the super lengthy disappearances for the sake of mystery, but…”

He continues, “You know, ultimately, it’s coming to me in a way that I haven’t experienced maybe since, like, If You’re Reading This, where it’s just kind of like, I feel like I’m on drugs. I feel like I’m in that mental state without doing anything. I did those songs in the last five days. I didn’t have one bar written down for those songs on the night that For All The Dogs dropped. It’s not like I’m picking up from some unfinished sh*t, you know, this is just — it’s happening on its own. And, you know, who am I to fight it, right? And to fight back against the right thing would be, well, you know.”

Watch the trailer below.

Scary Hours 3 is out 11/17 via OVO/Republic.

Spotify Takes A Stand Against Fraudulent Streams, New Royalties Model To Penalize Labels

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In a bold move to combat fraudulent streaming, Spotify has introduced a new measure that will hit labels in the pocketbook when their songs amass more than 90% fake streams. Under the music streaming giant’s new royalties model, labels or distributors found guilty of such manipulation will face a financial penalty of 10 euros per offending track, marking a significant step in the ongoing battle against artificial inflation of streaming numbers.

The new development sheds light on Spotify’s determination to ensure fair compensation for artists and maintain the integrity of its streaming platform. The initiative reflects the platform’s commitment to fostering a transparent and trustworthy environment for both creators and listeners. The decision to fine labels when fraudulent activity surpasses the 90% threshold signals a shift in Spotify’s approach to combating stream manipulation. This measure not only holds labels accountable for the authenticity of their streaming numbers but also acts as a deterrent for those considering engaging in fraudulent practices.

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Spotify Is Cracking Down

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Fraudulent streams have long been a concern within the music industry, impacting the revenue and recognition rightfully owed to artists. Spotify’s proactive stance on this issue demonstrates a commitment to rectifying the imbalance and creating a more equitable landscape for musicians. The 10 euros per offending track penalty is a clear message that Spotify is serious about cracking down on fraudulent activities. Emphasizing the financial consequences for those attempting to game the system. This move aligns with Spotify’s broader mission to ensure that artists receive fair compensation for their work and that the platform remains a reliable metric for measuring an artist’s true reach and popularity.

As the music industry grapples with evolving challenges in the digital era, Spotify’s decision to implement financial penalties for fraudulent streams sets a precedent. It’s possible that streaming platforms will follow suit. This also reinforces the importance of maintaining a trustworthy ecosystem for artists, labels, and listeners alike. With this new royalties model in place, Spotify aims to reshape the landscape, discouraging fraudulent practices and fostering a more authentic and sustainable future for the music industry. The news comes among other updates that Spotify recently announced. Just last week, they raised the threshold in which artists can earn royalties. Songs are now required to reach around 200 annual streams before Spotify will pay the artist.

Read More: Spotify To Remove Royalties From Majority Of Music On The Platform: Report

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When Does Apple Music Replay Update?

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The end of 2023 is near. The past year offered some great music, which fans streamed in mass. And as this year comes to a close, music fans can’t wait to see a visual representation of their listening habits. Spotify users are waiting with bated breath for Spotify Wrapped, an annual interactive collection of gifs, playlists, and images designed to correspond to each user’s listening habits from the past year.

But Spotify users aren’t the only ones who get to have fun. Apple Music users can also look forward to seeing their Apple Music Replay. And thankfully, they won’t have to wait too long.

When does Apple Music Replay update?

Apple Music Replay updates every Sunday, according to users on the Apple community discussion board. And this doesn’t exclusively include Sunday that fall within the holiday season. Each Apple Music user’s Replay playlist updates year-round.

Though, during the holiday season, Apple Music user’s may receive a prompt to check their Apple Music Replay, which will direct them to gifs and interactive photos, similar to those of Spotify Wrapped. And while Spotify Wrapped’s playlists and stats are typically only available to view for the latter part of the respective year, and the earlier part of the following year, Apple Music users can see their Replay lists at any time, as well as lists from previous years.

How To Save Songs From TikTok Videos Directly To Spotify And Apple Music

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The connection between TikTok and music has always been strong, from the Musical.ly merger in 2017 to the platform being used as a music promotion tool today. Now, TikTok has made it easier for fans to keep track of songs they hear on TikTok outside of the app: As TechChrunch notes, the platform has launched a new feature that allows users to save songs from TikTok videos to their accounts on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music.

The feature, dubbed “Add To Music App,” was introduced in a TikTok press release shared today (November 14). It notes in part:

“The feature will appear as a button that says Add Song next to a track name at the bottom of a TikTok video in the For You Feed, inviting users to save the song to the music streaming service of their choice. The first time a user presses the Add Song button, they can choose to save it to their preferred music streaming service.

The track will then be saved to a default playlist in the preferred music streaming service, but users can also choose to add the track to a new playlist or an existing playlist that they have created. Following the first use of the Add to Music App feature, the music app selected will then become the default music streaming service for future track saves, although users can select to change the default music streaming service at any time under settings. Users can also use the Add to Music App feature from an artist’s Sound Detail Page.”

Add To Music App is being rolled out to users in the US and UK, while users in other areas are set to get the feature later on. Learn more about Add To Music App here.