Snoop Dogg has demonstrated his unwavering support for the ongoing Writers Guild of America (WGA) and Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG/AFTRA) strikes by canceling his highly anticipated Doggystyle Anniversary shows at the Hollywood Bowl. Snoop Dogg Cancels “Doggystyle” Anniversary Shows In an Instagram post on July 25, the “Drop It […]
In June, Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre revealed they were postponing their Hollywood Bowl concerts in solidarity with the WGA Strike. They had previously been scheduled for June 27 and June 28. Now the shows have been canceled altogether.
“We regret to inform you that due to the ongoing strike and the uncertainty of when this will be over, we need to cancel the Hollywood Bowl show,” Snoop’s Instagram post from Tuesday, July 25, reads. “We continue to stand in solidarity with all of our brothers and sisters in the WGA and SAG/AFTRA during this difficult time and remain hopeful that the AMPTP will come back to the negotiating table with a REAL proposal and we can all get back to work.”
At a Variety conference in May, Snoop said artists “need to figure it out the same way the writers are figuring it out. The writers are striking because [of] streaming; they can’t get paid. Because when it’s on the platform, it’s not like in the box office.
“I don’t understand how the f*ck you get paid off of that sh*t,” he continued. “Somebody explain to me how you can get a billion streams and not get a million dollars? … That’s the main gripe with a lot of us artists is that we do major numbers, … but it don’t add up to the money. Like, where the f*ck is the money?”
Beats has unveiled its latest innovation, the Beats Studio Pro, marking a new era of over-ear headphones. Packed with all-new and enhanced interior components, the Studio Pro promises unparalleled audio fidelity, featuring fully-adaptive Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency modes and Personalized Spatial Audio using dynamic head tracking.
Beats celebrates the Studio Pro launch with a “Still Iconic” heritage video campaign narrated by Dr. Dre. The campaign showcases global icons like LeBron James, Serena Williams, Eminem, Naomi Osaka, and Colin Kaepernick, who have embraced Beats’ Studio headphones. It also features rising stars like Bronny James, Sabrina Ionescu, and Jalen Hurts, representing the future of greatness. The campaign highlights Beats’ lasting cultural impact as a brand that moves the needle in sports, fashion, music, and more.
The headphones boast a premium design, with UltraPlush over-ear cushions crafted from seamless engineered leather, ensuring all-day comfort and remarkable durability. The custom 40mm drivers deliver an immersive listening experience with minimal distortion, thanks to an integrated digital processor.
Studio Pro offers various listening modes, including Active Noise Cancelling and Transparency modes, allowing users to tune out or into their surroundings. Improved voice-targeting microphones enhance call performance by filtering out background noise.
Regarding connectivity and controls, Studio Pro offers Class 1 Bluetooth for wireless connection, USB-C audio for lossless sound and simultaneous charging, and a 3.5mm analog input for wired audio sources. Sound profiles are available for USB-C audio, catering to different preferences.
Beats emphasizes sustainability with its 100% fiber-based packaging made from recycled material and sustainably sourced wood. The driver magnet and main logic board solder are also amade of recycled materials. The Studio Pro is free from harmful elements such as mercury, beryllium, PVC, and BFR.
Beats Studio Pro is available for order starting today at a price of $349.99 (US) from apple.com, with shipping and on-shelf availability commencing tomorrow. The headphones come in four premium colors – Black, Deep Brown, Navy, and Sandstone. With its refined design and top-notch audio performance, the Studio Pro cements Beats’ position as a premium audio brand, delivering music as the artist intended.
On Kevin Hart’s Peacock series Hart To Heart, living Hip Hop legend Dr. Dre was asked by the actor/comedian about the current state of Hip Hop and his response may not sit well with the millennial generation.
The N.W.A. founder began his answer by saying, “Hip Hop is what it is. Anybody that’s talking about the state of Hip Hop right now, when talking about it from a negative place, sounds like somebody’s f**kin’ grandfather. This is just what it is. Hip Hop is evolving. If you don’t like it, don’t listen to it, you know what I’m saying?“
Hpwever, Dre didn’t back down when expressing how he feels about the music today, saying, “I’m keepin’ it all the way 100 with you. Some of this s**t, most of this s**t, I don’t like. I don’t listen to a lot of that s**t. But I’m not hatin’ on it. I’m never gonna hate on it.”
Dr. Dre was a guest on Kevin Hart’s talk show Hart to Heart and spoke about the quality of Hip-Hop today, revealing he isn’t a fan of most of what it produced today.
“Anybody that’s talking about the state of Hip Hop right now, when talking about it from a negative place, sounds like somebody’s fuckin’ grandfather,” Dre said. “This is just what it is. Hip Hop is evolving. If you don’t like it, don’t listen to it, you know what I’m saying?”
But does Dr. Dre not specifically like? “I’m keepin’ it all the way 100 with you. Some of this shit, most of this shit, I don’t like. I don’t listen to a lot of that shit. But I’m not hatin’ on it. I’m never gonna hate on it. These kids are using what’s at their fingertips”
Also, during the conversation, Dr. Dre spoke highly of Kendrick Lamar, labeling him a “forever artist.”
“Kendrick Lamar is a real motherfuckin artist, the true definition of the word,” Dr. Dre said. “Only thing I can take credit for is opening the door. He’s done everything else for himself. Him and Dave Free.”
He added, “He’s one of the artists we call a ‘forever artist.’ He can disappear for five years and come back and fuck our heads up.”
Hip-hop icon and super-producer Dr. Dre recently sat down for a candid interview on comedian Kevin Hart’s Peacock talk show, Hart to Heart. The seven-time Grammy winner shared how his acclaimed opus, ‘The Chronic,’ almost didn’t get made. Dr. Dre Was “Talked Into” Making ‘The Chronic’ During the interview, Dr. Dre discussed various aspects of […]
Dr. Dre presents as someone who does what he wants and only what he wants. That wasn’t always the case in the early 1990s. The former N.W.A. member discussed the surprising origin story of his seminal solo album, The Chronic, during an episode of Kevin Hart’s Hart To Heart on Peacock.
“Money and business got involved, and it separated the friendship,” Dre said of N.W.A.’s breakup in a clip shared exclusively with Billboard. “I had to separate myself from [Eazy-E] because he decided to take a different route. [Ice] Cube had already left, so I’m out here on my own. I have absolutely no idea what the f*ck I’m gonna do. I just know I have this talent.”
He added, “A close friend of mine — we’ll call him D.O.C. — talked me into doing The Chronic album. It wasn’t my decision. I was talked into doing that. I just went in there and went for it because I felt, at that time, it was a life-or-death situation. […] Back is against the wall. Life-or-death situation. This record is gonna determine whether I’m gonna stay in the studio or not.”
Grammy Award-winning producer Dr. Dre, hip-hop radio personality Angie Martinez, and the late actor Chadwick Boseman will be among the esteemed group of 31 entertainers set to receive stars on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame. This recognition honors their significant contributions and achievements in their respective fields. The announcement of these new additions has […]
The Hollywood Walk of Fame is about to get even more Hip-Hop. On Monday, the Walk of Fame selection committee announced Angie Martinez and Dr. Dre as two of 31 stars that will be immortalized on the storied sidewalk.
Additional stars joining are Chadwick Boseman, Kerry Washington, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Mario Lopez, Toni Braxton, Brandy Norwoord, Otis Redding, Billie Jean King, and more.
“The Selection Committee which is made up of fellow Walk of Famers, carefully hand-picks a group of honorees each year that represent various genres of the entertainment world,” said Chair and Walk of Famer Ellen K, “The Committee did an amazing job choosing these very talented people. We can’t wait to see each honoree’s reaction as they realize that they are becoming a part of Hollywood’s history with the unveiling of their star on the world’s most famous walkway!”
The new selections were revealed to the world via the Walk of Fame website at www.walkoffame.com. You can learn more here.
Russ has been setting the hip-hop world on fire recently, with his moody raps giving off premiere summer vibes. Now he’s getting in the studio with one of his all-time favorite influences, the one and only Dr. Dre. On his Instagram feed, the “Losin Control” artist showed off a few pictures with him and Dre chopping it up in what Russ is calling a “dream” studio session. Apparently, the Compton-based music producer was coaching the young buck up with his latest tracks.
This was a brief pit stop on a week in the life of Russ. He also went to the famous Gold’s Gym in California, attended Larry Jackson’s wedding, and bore witness to a Timbaland/Swizz Beatz performance at the wedding reception. Plus, Dr. Dre wasn’t the only legend in the studio that day. Jackson himself, Snoop Dogg, and Michael “Harry-O” Harris were in attendance, offering up their takes on the session and where to go with Russ’s upcoming music.
Seeing as all of these rap icons were going to Jackson’s wedding anyway, the stars literally aligned for Russ to get a once-in-a-lifetime studio session with titans in the hip-hop industry. He’s getting one-offs with plenty of musical talent outside of the studio as well. He was featured on Black Thought and Danger Mouse’s joint album, Cheat Codes, which also had Raekwon and Joey Bada$$. While those latter two are relatively new, the Roots musician and Danger Mouse have been in the game for a minute.
However, that’s what Russ likes about this time in hip-hop history. He can soak up wisdom from the ones who have been in the game for a long time while also collaborating with true peers to create some unique sounds. With his new album, Santiago, dropping soon, it only makes sense to get as many talented ears as possible to listen to the upcoming release and offer guidance. For Russ, having Dre grace him with his presence was enough of a blessing.
