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How To Watch Coachella 2023 At Home

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Fans who can’t physically make it to Coachella this year are in for quite a treat, as 2023 will be the first-ever opportunity to stream performances from all six stages (Coachella Stage, Outdoor Theater, Sahara, Mojave, Gobi, and Sonora) — without leaving the comfort of your house. Both weekends of April 14-16 and April 21-23 will also be available to watch online for free.

Coachella will host a separate feed for each stage through their YouTube channel.

Bad Bunny, Blackpink, and Frank Ocean are headlining this year’s festival, so you’re sure to hear some good music and won’t have to wait in seriously-packed crowds, fly a plane to Palm Springs, or battle any of the traditional festival terrains to do it.

Other acts playing at Coachella include Gorillaz, Björk, Rosalía, Becky G, Kaytranada, Kali Uchis, Boygenius, Charli XCX, Blondie, and many more. View the complete 2023 lineup here.

The festival will also be offering live chat, “in-stream shopping,” and other “exclusive Shorts” from musicians and creators — alongside the standard festival stage performances. While the daily schedules and times for the streams have yet to be released, fans who want to watch the festival can find Coachella’s official channel here and can also set reminders for each of the stages.

Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Usher Was So Blown Away By A K-Pop Group’s Concert That It Inspired His Own Shows

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In honor of Usher’s Vegas residency, the R&B icon did an interview with GQ, revealing some interesting anecdotes along the way. Particularly, one about how his teenage sons took him to a truly special show that changed his outlook — and possibly converted him into a K-pop stan.

“I literally went to a Blackpink concert in Atlanta, and I was like, man!” Usher said. “I’m goofy! I’m looking like, ‘Wow, this is amazing.’  They were putting on a show. Wardrobe, great sequencing, with the lighting and everything working in sync — there’s no detail spared. I loved that.”

The piece also notes that he thoroughly enjoyed Blackpink’s choreography and all the pieces that went into their concert. Usher goes on to touch on how this ties into his intentions for each of his “My Way” residency performances — titled after his second album from 1997.

He notes that he wanted it to cater to the ladies attending and bringing his level of perfectionism to the Park MGM.

“I really wanted to give women something to look forward to, something to come here to Las Vegas with their friends for,” he shared. “They’ve been saving up all year and were able to manage to get away from their kids or get away from their problems.”

“They come out and really enjoy themselves for the entire weekend. They want to be able to really get away and have an experience,” Usher added.

Usher’s shows are picking back up in March and will run through July. More information is available here.

Frank Ocean, Bad Bunny, & Blackpink Headline 2023 Coachella

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Another Coachella is heading our way, and today, the festival has announced its official line-up. Days ago, speculative reports circulated regarding who would take the stages in California’s desert oasis. The annual festival hosts some of the world’s most popular, top-selling artists, and this year, it’s returning for two weekends that will host dozens of artists and thousands of fans.

Headliners include Bad Bunny, Blackpink, and Frank Ocean, and each weekend is just as stacked as the others. Bad Bunny is one of the most popular artists in the world, and he’ll tackle the first weekend along with Metro Boomin, Pusha T, Burna Boy, Gorillaz, and Kaytranada.

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The second weekend of Coachella hosts Blackpink at the main attraction as Kid LAROI, Rosalía, 070 Shake, and Flo Milli are also listed. Frank Ocean will close things out the third weekend with the help of A Boogie wit da Hoodie, Björk, Willow, Rae Sremmurd, Kali Uchis, and Latto.

According to a press release, “very limited Weekend 1 passes remain,” so Coachella recommends opting for Weekend 2. Presale tickets are available on Friday, January 13, at 11:00 a.m., but it “does not guarantee pass type, packages or camping.”

Read More: Mike Posner Praises Big Sean For Bringing Him Out At Coachella: “I’m Still Emotional”

“YouTube returns in 2023 as the exclusive livestream partner for both Coachella weekends on our official YouTube channel,” the release added. “Delivering iconic performances, exciting behind-the-scenes content, and so much more to millions of fans around the world.”

Some fans noted that there aren’t as many Hip Hop and Rap acts as there have been in previous years. However, there are still several notable artists from the culture that will certainly command attention.

Take a look at the full 2023 Coachella line-up above, and let us know if you’ll be making any of these dates.

Who Are The Rumored Headliners For Coachella 2023?

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Celebrities, reality TV stars, and social media influencers’ favorite annual music event, Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival, is just months away. This year’s multi-day celebration of arts and culture is locked in for the second (April 14 to 16) and third weekend (April 21 to 23) of April. At the same time, the festival’s location is no surprise. Each year, it is held on the grounds of the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. The headliners are always a fun guessing game for music lovers. As festival goers financially prepare themselves for the steep ticket price, whispers of this year’s headliners have begun to make the rounds on social media.

In 2021, Coachella co-founder Paul Tollett told Los Angeles Times that he’d love to have Frank Ocean return as a headliner, given that his 2020 return to the festival was canceled due to COVID. Tollett and Ocean have since remained tight-lipped about his potential resurgence. However, with anticipation building for the festival, social media users have begun circulating a flyer of Coachella’s entire lineup.

The image has not been authenticated and should only be treated as speculation; fans are excited at the possibility of seeing Justin Bieber, Bad Bunny, and Frank Ocean headlining the first weekend. Other notable acts on the graphic include Jack Harlow, Skrillex, and Lil Durk, as well as international acts Blackpink, Rosalía, Burna Boy, and Tems.

The Coachella lineup is usually released in mid-January, so it won’t be long until this flyer is confirmed or updated.

Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Who Is Performing At The 2022 MTV VMAs?

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When the MTV VMAs happen on August 28th, not only will the best music videos of the past year be crowned, but over a dozen performers will also take the stage. Hosted by LL Cool J, Jack Harlow, and Nicki Minaj, the MTV VMAs 2022 will be broadcast live from the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey beginning at 8 p.m. ET. Along with performances from hosts Minaj and Harlow, there’s some serious talent that’ll be performing throughout the evening.

Who Is Performing At The 2022 MTV VMAs?

Nicki Minaj’s performance will be a notable one, given that along with hosting duties, she’ll also be receiving the 2022 MTV Video Vanguard Award. Red Hot Chili Peppers will be performing and are receiving the high honor of the 2022 MTV VMAs Global Icon Award. Other performers at the 2022 VMAs include Lizzo, Blackpink, Harlow, Maneskin, Anitta, Panic! At The Disco, Kane Brown, Marshmello x Khalid, and J Balvin. And if you’re tuned into the pre-show, you’ll be able to watch performances from Dove Cameron, Yung Gravy, and Saucy Santana.

The 2022 MTV VMAs are on August 28 at 8 p.m. EST. It’ll be broadcast on MTV and multiple other networks. Get full details on the award show here.

Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

HBO Drops A Star-Studded New Trailer For ‘The Idol,’ With The Weeknd, Troye Sivan, Moses Sumney, And More

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HBO has revealed another trailer for its upcoming series, The Idol. The series will tell the story of “a self-help guru and leader of a modern-day cult, who develops a complicated relationship with an up-and-coming pop idol,” according to a statement.

In the latest trailer, which says the series is spawned from “the gutters of Hollywood,” Lily Rose Depp seemingly appears as a pop star named Jocelyn, as she storms through a record label office, exercises in her mansion, parties in a club, and

The trailer teases appearances from several musicians, including The Weeknd, Moses Sumney, Jennie Ruby Jane of Blackpink, Troye Sivan, Ramsey, and producer Mike Dean. Actors Dan Levy, Hank Azaria, Suzanna Son, Jane Adams, and Rachel Sennott, also appear in the trailer.

The Idol is the newest project from Euphoria creator Sam Levinson, who is developing the show alongside The Weeknd.

Britney Spears is also rumored to have a part in the upcoming series, as she posted a picture of herself, The Weeknd, and Levinson on set earlier this year.

As of now, there is no confirmed premiere date for The Idol, but according to the trailer, we can expect it soon.

Check out the latest trailer above.

The 2022 VMAs Add Performers Blackpink, Jack Harlow, And Lizzo

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With the MTV VMAs airing on August 28, MTV has been slowly revealing the performers to build hype for the show. The first batch was revealed earlier this month and included Anitta, J Balvin, and Khalid, while the latest group was announced today and features Blackpink, Jack Harlow, and Lizzo.

In addition to the performers, MTV previously announced the full list of nominees, which is led by Jack Harlow, Kendrick Lamar, and Lil Nas X, who have seven each. Artists of the Year include Bad Bunny, Drake, Ed Sheeran, Harry Styles, Jack Harlow, Lil Nas X, and Lizzo, while the coveted Video of the Year category sees Doja Cat, Drake, Ed Sheeran, Harry Styles, Lil Nas X, Olivia Rodrigo, and Taylor Swift nominated for their biggest videos of the year.

Of course, not everyone is excited about the award show. During an interview last year, Ed Sheeran noted that American award shows have “a horrible atmosphere” compared to their British counterparts. He blamed it on a sense of resentment driven by artists’ entourages, saying “It’s just lots of people wanting other people to fail and I don’t like that. It’s a really horrible atmosphere to be in. I always walk away feeling really sad, and I don’t like it.” Let’s hope this year’s VMAs can break that tradition.

The 2022 VMAs are on 8/28 at 8 pm ET.

Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

DJ Snake Sounds The Alarm For ‘SG’ And Ozuna, Megan Thee Stallion, And Blackpink’s Lisa Heed The Call

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This year alone, French mega-producer DJ Snake has already released the tracks “Selfish Love” with Selena Gomez and “Run It” with Rick Rosst and Rich Brian off of the Shang-Chi soundtrack. But the world is not enough for the man and his latest drop might be the most worldly yet.

On “SG”, DJ Snake united cross-cultural artists in, the Puerto Rican reggaeton superstar Ozuna, Houston native Megan Thee Stallion, and K-Pop queen Lisa of Blackpink (who’s actually originally from Thailand). Ozuna drives the track vocally with his benevolent life of the party delivery. Meg pops in to slay a verse, as forward as ever, punctuating with, “I gotta get the head before I let you get the tail,” and then Lisa — who just last month released her debut solo album Lalisa — rounds-up the all-star appearances.

The grandiose music video directed by Colin Tilley, who has worked with DJ Snake a number of times, as well as Justin Bieber, Halsey, J Balvin, Post Malone, etc. The visual features the typical Latin trap video trope set in Miami with a luxury yacht, palm trees, fancy pools, and of course, the club.

Watch the video for “SG” above and check out DJ Snake’s upcoming tour dates below.

10/23/2021 — Las Vegas, NV @ EDC Las Vegas
10/28/2021 — Chicago, IL @ Tao
10/29/2021 — San Bernardino, CA @ Escape Halloween
10/30/2021 — Las Vegas, NV @ Zouk
10/31/2021 — Montreal, QC @ New City Gas
11/05/2021 — Las Vegas, NV @ Zouk
11/06/2021 — Cancun, Mexico @ Ozuna Festival
11/11/2021 — Las Vegas, NV @ Zouk
11/13/2021 — Leon, Mexico @ Festival Internacional del Glabo
12/16/2021 — Saudi Arabia @ Soundstorm Festival
12/28/2021 — New York, NY @ Marquee
12/29/2021 — Los Angeles, CA @ Academy
12/30/2021 — Denver, CO & Phoenix, AZ @ Decadence Festival
12/31/2021 — Dallas, TX @ Lights All Night Festival
01/01/2022 — Las Vegas, NV @ Zouk

Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.