Latto, also known as Big Latto, has found herself at the center of a social media scandal after fans accused her of photoshopping the crowd in her Coachella performance. Grammy-nominated artist Latto was one of the many performers at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, an annual music festival held in California, in April […]
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Justin Bieber appeared to be falling asleep during Frank Ocean’s polarizing Coachella performance, last weekend. In a TikTok video shared by a nearby attendee, Bieber looked like he was dosing off with his eyes closed. Bieber previously remarked that he was “blown away” by the performance in a statement on social media. The moment came as Ocean sang “At Your Best (You Are Love).”
“Not justin bieber asleep @ the frank set,” user @pineappleonpisa wrote in the TikTok with crying emojis, “it’s past his bedtime.” “I was blown away by Frank Ocean’s Coachella performance,” Bieber previously wrote. “His artistry is simply unmatched, his style, his taste, his voice, his attention to detail…I was deeply moved. It made me want to keep going and get better as an artist. He continues to set the bar high and gave me a night I will never forget! Thanks Frank.”
Despite eager anticipation from fans, Ocean’s set started an hour late and ended abruptly to comply with the festival’s curfew restrictions. Additionally, Ocean performed mostly sitting down with his back to the crowd while also lip-syncing at several points. Reports from TMZ and Rolling Stone later claimed that Ocean’s performance “was adjusted at the last minute to account for an ankle injury the singer sustained during on-site rehearsals in the week leading up to the festival.”
Despite the disappointing reactions from fans, one moment from Ocean’s set that certainly stood out was the confirmation of a new album. While he didn’t go into specifics, he did say: “It’s been so long. Everybody talks about how long it’s been. ‘It’s been so long, it’s been so long.’ But I have missed you,” Frank told the audience between songs. “I want to talk about why I’m here, because it’s not because of a new album. It’s because — not that there’s not a new album… but there’s not right now. Chill, chill, chill. No, it’s not right now.” As of now, Ocean is still scheduled to perform again at Coachella’s second weekend on April 23.
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By now, everyone knows what happened to Frank Ocean during his Coachella set. The singer decided to completely cancel on his fans during the middle of his performance. Overall, Ocean was already very late getting to the stage. Additionally, it was said that he had suffered an ankle injury which completely put an end to his original stage show. Subsequently, it seems like we have a bit more context as to what that stage show was supposed to be.
Two hockey podcasters, Chris and Dan Powers host the show Empty Netters. During this recent episode, they made the revelation that they were supposed to perform during his set. Essentially, there was going to be a massive ice rink with close to 100 ice skaters. However, Frank Ocean put an end to that quickly. As Chris Powers explains, the whole thing was a mess as numerous skaters were cut from the show at the last minute. “We both know how show business works in a lot of ways. Production is a mess in everything all the time,” Chris said, “But there was a lot of sunk time for the participants throughout this because we had been rehearsing for months.”
Dan went on to say that the whole decision from Frank Ocean had nothing to do with the ice and its quality. Instead, he was just fed up with the situation and promptly pulled the plug. “It’s not like this fell apart and [Frank] was like, ‘Oh no!’ He was actively like ‘I don’t want to fucking do this,’” Powers said. “Those figure skaters got cut not because there was an ice issue and something went wrong. There was no malfunction. He was straight up like, ‘Fuck this. I’m not doing this anymore.’”
Overall, this must have been a very disappointing decision for everyone involved here. However, you can’t help but also feel for the fans who were robbed of an opportunity to see an amazing show. Instead, they must now listen to this podcast and think about what could have been. Let us know your thoughts on the situation, in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news from around the music world.
Frank Ocean’s highly-anticipated return to Coachella over the weekend didn’t quite pan out as most fans had imagined. To be fair, Justin Bieber thought he did a great job. However, shortly after the event ended, rumors began circulating on social media about what caused the disconnect. Well, now a hockey podcast, Empty Netters, is spilling the tea about what it was like behind the scenes at Coachella on the day of the singer’s headlining performance.
Hosted by former hockey players Dan and Chris Powers, the duo held nothing back regarding the chaotic set. Both gentlemen were slated to appear on stage with the “Pyramids” singer after being referred to Ocean’s creative team by former New Jersey Devils’ player-turned-Hollywood scout Chris Nelson.
Dan shared that for nearly a month, Chris, himself, and several dozens of skaters had rehearsed for the performance. “We’ve been hanging with Frank. We’ve been hanging with the other skaters. Hanging with these hanging figure skaters. Going through this whole process, it’s this huge ordeal.”
The commentator also revealed that rehearsals continued until the Tuesday before Coachella. But as it relates to the day of, Dan confessed that after the set pickup and call time for wardrobe and makeup was pushed back multiple times; he knew that “The wheels started to fall off.”
“We get to this hotel, and we’re told to be there by 12 noon. Then get a text that the runner’s not going to come until 1 pm,” said Dan.
Chris chimed in to say, “Then it was 2:15 pm. Then 3 pm.”
However, by the time they arrived at the designated area for wardrobe, “It was a nightmare.”
“At this hotel, we run into the figure skaters. The Olympic figure skaters, mind you, and they have disgruntled looks on their faces. And they mention to us that they’ve been cut from the show,” said Dan.
“We start to hear rumblings allegedly that Frank has been in an accident that has given him an ankle injury. So, people are saying, F’rank’s not in a good head space,’ and they. ‘don’t know what’s going on.’ And we’re sitting there, and it is becoming clear that things are not going well with this show.”
Eventually, the hosts are told the ice surface part of the set was scraped. They were asked to get in costume and walk around the stage, to which they responded, “F*ck no. No, thank you. I’m out of here.”
Chris interjects to say, “To be fair,r we both know how show business works in a lot of ways. Production is a mess in everything, all the time, but I will say it was a worthy experience if it had gone off correctly. But, I would say there were a lot of sunk time for the participants.”
He continued, “He really cares about the production. He had a very clear vision, and even though that vision changed a lot, he was always on us. Helping us. Making sure everyone hit what he was pitching in his mind.”
To which Dan pushed back to add, “It’s not like this fell apart, and he was, ‘Oh no.’ He was actively like, ‘I don’t want to f*cking do this anymore.’ Those figure skaters got cut not because there was an ice issue. Not because something went wrong. There was no malfunction. He was straight up like, ‘F*ck this. I’m not doing this anymore.’”
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Frank Ocean has unintentionally had the internet in a chokehold over the past week. Rumors swirled about Ocean releasing a new album along with his headlining performance at Coachella 2023. Now that the dust has settled, most of Ocean’s fanbase has been left disappointed by the result. The overarching sentiment seems to be that the singer doesn’t care about his fans. A user on Twitter stated, “Started the set late, didn’t let them live stream it, now ending the set early … Frank Ocean you will rue the day.”
Headlining Coachella on Sunday night, fans were bemused to find out that the Coachella livestream wouldn’t include Ocean’s performance. We don’t yet have a concrete reason why it wasn’t shared. Was it per the request of Ocean? Did Coachella not want their main act to be shown off to the world? A day after the event, the music fanbase is still baffled by the hour-long performance.
Frank Ocean’s Coachella performance was a mixed bag at best. After months of preparation by the performance event staff, he asked them to “destroy” the laid-out stage moments before he went on. This contributed to Ocean showing up to the performance one hour late. Considering the hundreds of dollars fans spent to see him, it wasn’t the greatest look. At the show’s end, Ocean claimed to his fanbase that he was being forced off stage due to “curfew.” However, the plan was always for the show to end at midnight.
Ocean performed reworked versions of songs such as “Novacane,” “White Ferrari,” and “Bad Religion.” Of course, he also performed some of his hallmark tracks off of Blonde and Endless. “Nights” saw him jumping around the stage, while “At Your Best (You Are Love)” reminded fans of his innate talent as an emotive vocalist. This was especially notable on “Godspeed.” In addition, he implemented an impromptu DJ set in the middle of his performance. It was the disorganization of the show rather than Frank Ocean’s performance which hurt the Coachella 2023 headliner.
There was hope from fans that he would use the platform to announce a new album. While this wasn’t the case, Frank Ocean did confirm that new music is on the way at Coachella. He stated, “I want to talk about why we’re here because it’s not because of a new album – not that there’s not a new album.” About the new project, he later stated, “But it’s not right now.” It wasn’t the grandiose release of new music that fans hoped for. However, Ocean gave fans just enough to chew on for the near future.
Amid mixed reviews of his Coachella performance and a continuing hiatus from music, the complicated dynamic between Frank Ocean’s fanbase and himself has continued. The tension began all the way back in 2016. Fans were disappointed at Ocean for not releasing Boys Don’t Cry (which later morphed into Endless) sooner. However, Ocean’s reasons for postponing the record were later revealed. He infamously used the project to get out of his deal with Def Jam Recordings.
During Coachella 2023, Frank Ocean revealed to his fanbase that his reasonings for headlining the show were deeply personal. His late younger brother, Ryan Breaux, would force Frank Ocean to go to Coachella with him when they were younger. He stated, “My brother and I came to this festival a lot. I know he would’ve been excited to be here with all of us.” Unfortunately, his younger brother’s tragic passing is another reason for the discourse between himself and his fans. After the news of the accident came out, droves of fans claimed that the emotional experience from his brother’s passing would translate to better music. Along with the pandemic, Breaux’s death reportedly postponed any plans Ocean had for new music.
In an interview with GQ in 2019, Ocean referenced the constant microscope that his fanbase has on him. He stated “As a writer, as a creator, I’m giving you my experiences. But just take what I give you. You ain’t got to pry beyond that. I’m giving you what I feel like you can feel.” As social media has become a huge part of our society, Ocean has unsubscribed from the notion that fans constantly need to be in the know-how.
Lastly, Frank Ocean spearheaded the release of the Homer fashion brand last year. Largely releasing luxurious products, he infamously released a $27,000 penis ring in August of 2022. While there’s nothing wrong with getting into the fashion fields, it seemed like a slap in the face to his fans. About this, iconic music reviewer Anthony Fantano stated, “Frank Ocean did an amazing job at gaming the system. Now that he’s established, he’s pitching us the same garbage snake oil that anybody else in a position of capitalistic influence would.”
There’s also the moral question of, does Frank Ocean owe his fanbase anything. With some fans reacting unemotionally to his brother’s passing, this may have further solidified his lack of interest in engaging. However, it seems Ocean’s naturally shy personality doesn’t blend well with the microscopic nature of the internet era. The Louisiana-born creative will continue to do what we wants, whether fans like it or not. Frank Ocean made that very clear with his performance during the first week at Coachella.
Metro Boomin says that his collaborative album with Future is on the way, following their performance at Coachella over the weekend. The iconic producer made the announcement in a post on Instagram, Tuesday afternoon. The two most recently worked together on Future’s Heroes & Villains album from last December. They previously teamed up for “Mask Off,” “Jumpman,” “Thought It Was a Drought,” and many more over the last 10 years.
“After a 10+ year journey it was surreal to perform @coachella in front of 20k+ with my brother @future Metro Pluto album otw #TROCHELLA,” he wrote with several fire emojis. There were many positive comments shared in response. Quavo wrote, “Well Deserved,” while many other fans expressed their excitement for the collaboration.
Metro previously spoke about the upcoming project during an interview with FLAUNT, last month. “Definitely. I would bet on it,” he said, when asked if the album will drop this year. “I would definitely bet on it.” Speaking more broadly about his friendship with Future, he added: “Oh, that was fire. You know, Pluto, that’s my brother. We’ve been at it for a long time. This whole superhero moment, it’s like the beginning of our phase two. We haven’t had a song out since ‘Mask Off,’ they’ve been on our heads. With this, and then the whole State Farm thing, it’s starting to slowly put people on notice: we crankin’ that shit back up too.”
Despite their close working relationship, Metro was left off Future’s prior effort, 2022’s I NEVER LIKED YOU. When asked about the move by Ebro Darden, Metro explained that just doing one or two songs in the wake of their hit, “Mask Off,” wouldn’t be enough. It’d have to be an entire project. He said at the time: “I was like, ‘Look, the last time anybody’s really heard a song from me and you was ‘Mask Off.’ So instead of us randomly throwing one or two songs we did on here, we got to wait and just give them a joint.’”
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The first weekend of Coachella 2023 may be over, but there is still one more amazing weekend left. From Friday, April 21st to Sunday, April 23rd, festival-goers can still look forward to another exciting music, art, and culture weekend. The annual music and arts festival in Indio, California features a diverse lineup of artists across multiple genres.
Bad Bunny, Blackpink, and Frank Ocean headlined this year’s festival. If you plan to attend weekend two of Coachella, packing the right gear will help guarantee a safe and comfortable experience. From sun protection to comfortable sleep arrangements, here are ten essentials you shouldn’t leave home without.
The hot and arid climate of the California desert means that festival-goers are exposed to intense sunlight, which can lead to painful sunburns and skin damage. That’s why it’s crucial to pack sunscreen with a high SPF rating and reapply it regularly throughout the day. In addition to sunscreen, attendees should also wear protective clothing such as hats, sunglasses, and long-sleeved shirts to shield themselves from the sun’s harmful rays.
After a long day of music, art, and partying at Coachella 2023, having a comfortable and private resting place is essential to recharge for the next day. Pack a warm sleeping bag and a comfortable pad to ensure a good night’s rest. While hotels and other accommodations are available in the area, camping is a popular option for festival-goers who want to be closer to the action and save money. Coachella has car and tent camping sites adjacent to the festival grounds.
In today’s digital age, phones have become an indispensable part of our lives, even more so when attending. From capturing memories to staying up to date with potential line-up changes, having a fully charged phone is crucial for a smooth and fun experience. That’s why it’s essential to pack a phone strap to prevent it from getting lost or stolen. Moreover, with so many photo-worthy moments, a portable charger can be a lifesaver, especially since there are limited charging stations on the festival grounds.
Staying hydrated is paramount when attending any festival this summer. It’s so important to drink plenty of water to avoid the risk of dehydration. While water is available for purchase at the festival grounds, having a water bottle carrier keeps your hands free for dancing, enjoying your favorite drinks, and much more. Additionally, bringing a reusable water bottle helps you save money and reduces the amount of plastic waste generated at the festival. Coachella has water bottle-filling stations on the festival grounds.
Hand hygiene is still a top priority in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. That’s especially the case when attending a huge music festival like Coachella 2023. With thousands of people around you, picking up germs is easy, which can quickly ruin your experience. Packing hand sanitizer in your bag and using it frequently is essential. Clip-on hand sanitizers are a great option as they are easy to carry and can be attached to your bag, keychain, or clothing for quick access.
When attending the festival, it’s vital to have a secure and accessible form of payment, such as cash or a bank card. This year, Coachella went cashless — a trend that began during the pandemic. Bringing a bank card, or more preferably, a credit card, guarantees you can access your funds throughout the festival. Additionally, the festival requires attendees to present a government-issued ID to obtain a wristband to purchase drinks. Be sure to have your identification with you at all times. Also, security becomes more stringent each year, and having proper identification is essential to avoid any issues or delays when entering the festival grounds.
In addition to looking stylish, sunglasses are fundamental for protecting your eyes from the harsh desert sun and dust. The winds can pick up at night, creating a sandstorm effect that can be uncomfortable and irritating to the eyes. Clear or colored lenses can keep the dust out while also making a fabulous fashion statement at Coachella. Opt for sunglasses that won’t slip off during your dance moves. And remember to pack a few different looks to match your outfits.
It’s critical to consider the security of your belongings while at the festival. A crossbody purse or backpack with zipper closures and secure compartments can help prevent theft and keep your valuables safe. Durable materials, like leather or waterproof nylon, are perfect to protect your belongings from weather conditions. Per Coachella’s website, they only allowed medium-sized backpacks that are no bigger than 18″x13″x8.5″ when packed. This year, they’ll fit your backpack into a box to ensure that it’s of size, similar to how carry-on luggage is measured at airports.
Along with earplugs, an eye mask is a must-have for the festival. Getting a good night’s sleep can be difficult with all the excitement and activities. And with the sun rising early in the desert, you might wake up earlier than you’d like. An eye mask can block out light and create a better sleeping environment. It can also come in handy for mid-day naps or resting in between sets. Packing earplugs for when you want to tune out and sleep is great since the festival can be noisy and chaotic, even during nighttime.
And finally, don’t forget to pack your ticket for Coachella 2023. You could try sweet-talking your way into the festival with your charming personality, but your dazzling smile probably won’t sway the security guards. So, do yourself a favor and put that ticket at the very top of your packing list.
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There were plenty of noteworthy moments to come from Coachella weekend one, and even more are sure to follow in the coming days with the festival’s second and final round. While much of the focus was on the performers – namely headlining acts Bad Bunny, BLACKPINK, and Frank Ocean – the celebrities in attendance also caused a stir. Not only did Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet make headlines for failing to officially debut as a couple, but now, YG and Saweetie are also sparking dating rumours.
The two California natives have actually been connected for some time, though they’ve managed to keep their situation lowkey. Saweetie was at YG’s birthday party in March, which is when gossip first began to fly, though no official confirmation came with it. According to @thejasminebrand, they spent their time at Coachella cozying up together, though no photographic evidence has surfaced online quite yet. Seeing as the pair have previously collaborated with Tyga on “Money Mouf” and Mozzy on “In My Face,” it’s not surprising to see them link up romantically.
What is a bit shocking, however, are the rumours that YG gives his Icy Girl a “blank check” every month so she can spend to her heart’s desire. “He apparently has a black card with a ridiculously high credit limit,” AllHipHop alleges. “She’s not there for his money, supposedly,” the outlet added, which makes sense seeing as Saweetie’s got plenty of her own racks.
Prior to this new rumoured romance, Saweetie was briefly linked to both Lil Baby and Damson Idris, though nothing serious ever transpired. Her last long-term high-profile relationship was with Quavo, and many hip-hop heads were sad to see them part ways. As for YG, he and Kehlani spent some time together a few years back, and he also dated Keke Palmer from 2014 to 2015. Revisit one of the alleged couple’s collaborative tracks below, and check back later for more hip-hop news updates.
Latto gave what’s been labelled as undoubtedly one of the most exciting performances at Coachella weekend one on Sunday (April 16). Still, that hasn’t stopped haters from trying to find any possible flaws. On Monday, the reality star celebrated her major W with a photo dump shared on Twitter. It consists of selfies, snapshots of her outfit, and finally, an enormous crowd watching on as she stood in front of them. Not long after her post went up, Latto was hit with zoomed in screenshots of the bottom right image. Upon inspection, some are accusing her of photoshopping it to make the audience at her show look bigger.
“That crowd tho! Wow. Goals 
,” one person wrote along with receipts that show them same face in the crowd twice. This hate train isn’t as massive as others Latto has conquered as of late. However, it’s likely exhausting for her to take on such constant criticism nonetheless. Thankfully, the 24-year-old is an undeniably resiliant spirit, and often addresses the gossip circulating about her online with a tough attitude. After seeing the negative response to her “LATTOCHELLA” post, she took thinks over to Instagram to speak her mind with a Story.
LATTOCHELLA
pic.twitter.com/FbhJTVWkhw
— BIG LATTO
(@Latto) April 18, 2023
“Never photoshopped a crowd lmao, I expanded it so it would fit in my Instagram swipe without getting cut off,” the Atlanta-based artist wrote earlier this afternoon. “It was clearly f*cked up so I didn’t end up using it and just posted the wrong version by accident on Twitter babes 
. Next,” Latto’s message ended. Since she’s spoken out, it seems as though many are taking the “Lottery” hitmaker’s side in the spat, calling the behaviour of those accusing her of editing “weird.”
“This is just weird in general… Everyone knows how packed Coachella is,” one IG user wrote in @theneighborhoodtalk’s comments. “I saw videos from a fan in the crowd from her set. Idk how she can do it, y’all be hating on these female rappers like crazy! They can’t make a mistake, gotta be perfect etc. I’d be tired if I was her.” Read more about what went down during Latto’s performance here, and check back later for more pop culture news updates.
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