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Sony Music Set To Release “MJ the Musical – Original Broadway Cast Recording” On July 15

June 10, 2022 by newhiphopnews

According to a confirmed report, Sony Music will release MJ the Musical – Original Broadway Cast Recording on Friday, July 15.

Heralded as “a riveting adrenaline rush of a show!” by Peter Marks in The Washington Post, MJ the Musical opened at the Neil Simon Theatre on February 1, 2022 to rave reviews from both critics and audiences. “MJ delivers the thrills!” exclaimed Jesse Green at The New York Times.

Similar reactions are in to the first snippet from the cast recording of “Billie Jean” that was shared on May 19 by The New York Times and has created overwhelming anticipation for the release of the album.

MJ the Musical – Original Broadway Cast Recording was recorded at Power Station at BerkleeNYC. The album was produced by David Holcenberg and Jason Michael Webb and co-produced by Derik Lee; Lia Vollack, John Branca, and John McClain served as executive producers.

MJ is currently in the running for ten Tony Awards including Best Musical, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Myles Frost), Best Book of a Musical (Lynn Nottage), Best Scenic Design of a Musical (Derek McLane and Peter Nigrini), Best Costume Design of a Musical (Paul Tazewell), Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Natasha Katz), Best Sound Design of a Musical (Gareth Owen), Best Direction of a Musical (Christopher Wheeldon), Best Choreography (Christopher Wheeldon)andBest Orchestrations (Jason Michael Webb and David Holcenberg). The 2022 Tony Awards will air live coast-to-coast from the legendary Radio City Music Hall in New York City on June 12.

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[WATCH] Jack Harlow Pulls Up To ‘White Men Can’t Jump’ Set In Venice

June 10, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Well, Quavo called it back in March and now his vision for Jack Harlow is now a reality.

Several news outlets have confirmed that Quavo’s wish to see Jack Harlow play opposite of him in the White Men Can’t Jump reboot looks like it’s coming through. Jack wil be filling the shoes of Woody Harrelson by playing the role of Billy Hoyle, while Sinqua Walls will be slotted into Wesley Snipes’ Sidney Deane role. Harlow admitted during an interview at the Met Gala that he’s never seen the original White Men Can’t Jump before auditioning for his role.

“Can I be honest? Harlow said. “I was obviously familiar with it, it’s an iconic title and I’ve seen the movie poster, but I didn’t watch it until I got offered the role. I see why it’s a classic.”

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Today In Hip Hop History: LL Cool J Released Third LP ‘Walking With A Panther’ 33 Years Ago

June 9, 2022 by newhiphopnews

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On this day in Hip Hop history, LL Cool J released his third studio LP Walking with a Panther on Def Jam Recordings in 1989.

Peaking at #1 on the Billboard R&B/Hip Hop chart and #6 on the Billboard 200, this album continued LL’s streak of commercially successful albums as well as served as one of Hip Hop’s early crossover projects.

During that era, Def Jam was working to bring Hip Hop to the forefront of the mainstream, and this album was geared to reinvent LL Cool J’s sound while retaining its Hip Hop integrity. Although it may have been publicly successful at achieving its goal, some critics have said this project may have brought LL’s street credibility into question.

Regardless of critical opinion, the appeal of this album outshines anything negative that could be said about it. The most impressive and respectable feat of this project is LL’s introduction as a self-produced MC. Throughout Walking with a Panther he proved that not only was he capable of knocking out hit after hit but was also a proficient beat maker. The original production team used to create the majority of LL’s better-known songs prior to this album, L.A. Posse, decided to part ways with Def Jam following a contractual disagreement. This altercation left only one member of the team, Dwanye Simon, left to work with LL Cool J in producing the entirety of the LP.

This project also toted some of LL Cool J’s biggest hit singles including: “Going Back to Cali” and “Jingling Baby.” Both of these singles are hallmarks of LL Cool J’s career and in their own way describe his career as a whole. LL’s appeal was from the beginning catered toward the female demographic while still retaining his “cool guy” demeanor in a way that it wasn’t awkward for males to also be in huge support of his music and style. Much like a proto-Drake, LL Cool J through this album was able to deliver enough to keep the streets happy all while maintaining the attention of his female fan base.

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Rotimi Travels To The Dead Sea For Launch Of New Unisex Skin Care Line

June 9, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Singer and actor Rotimi has been known as a jack of all trades. Having been successful in every project he touches, whether on the mic or behind the camera, the creative is known to put his all into everything he does, hence the name of his debut album All Or Nothing. Rotimi has shifted gears towards his entrepreneurial pursuits to curate skin essentials to protect and restore natural glow with the launch of his unisex skin care line, FAVR.

To celebrate the launch, Rotimi traveled to the Dead Sea, one of the main inspirations in the development of the line, where the product is also enriched with minerals from the illustrious sea of salt itself. Rotimi also went live to announce the launch to the world. FAVR is available now for purchase online.

“I wanted to progress to a new level and share with the world something that means so much to me. As many know I take pride in my health and daily routines and traveling on the road as much as I’m blessed to do, my skin takes a huge hit with climate changes. I took a hands-on active role turning a sketch comedy joke with Mr. Buttascotch and his notorious face mask, to creating a product line solely focused on the nourishment of the skin and face. I’m excited to share that with everyone, especially the products roots to the Dead Sea, and help with rejuvenating a natural glow for people.”

Developed in partnership with Cre8or Global, an innovative industry leader in developing beauty, health and wellness brands for talent and their communities of supporters who have often been overlooked in this space, it was Rotimi’s goal for the line to cater to individuals with various skin tones who may struggle finding a product that was made for them. FAVR embodies everything the singer stands for and is made special for the individual who exudes an inner confidence that pours through to the outer body with pride in health and wellness and grooming habits. It is a line built to protect and restore skin with products including Charcoal Skin Cleanser, Moisturizing Balm, Exfoliating Rub, Dead Sea Mineral Mask, and an Anti-Fatigue Eye Cream. FAVR products start at $19.00, bundle deals range from $34.00 to $116.00

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French Montana Announces New Album ‘Montega’, Produced by Harry Fraud on Coke Boys Records

June 7, 2022 by newhiphopnews

3x Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum recording artist, humanitarian and entrepreneur French Montana announces his sixth studio album, Montega, bringing us back to the original NY grit rap sound, set to release on June 24th via Coke Boyz Records. Executive produced by Montana’s longtime friend and legendary hip-hop producer Harry Fraud (first collaborated on the anthemic “Shot Caller”), the album will be available for pre-order of a limited edition digital, CD or autographed copy of Montega exclusively on montega.shop.

Montega comes on the heels of his fourth studio album They Got Amnesia which peaked at #23 on the Billboard US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Album chart and #59 on the US Billboard 200 chart. The album features hit tracks such as “Mopstick” with Kodak Black, “Stuck in The Jungle” with Pop Smoke and Lil Durk, and “Handstand” with Doja Cat featuring Saweetie. He recently released single and visual Alcatraz on May 20th, highlighting significant figures and moments that contributed to his career.

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[WATCH] Surveillance Footage Unveiled In Deadly Phila. Mass Shooting

June 7, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Mass shootings have become a crisis of sorts in this country and with families of the victims still mourning the ten dead in Buffalo, New York, the South Street, Philadelphia mass shootings that left three dead and several people injured only confirms that the U.S. has had a problem keeping weapons out of the hands of criminals. Now, footage from Sunday’s Philly tragedy has surfaced online, with some of the footage actually showing the shooters who were involved.

It was reported that 13 people were injured and 3 were killed after several men armed with weapons got into a verbal disagreement, which eventually turned into a physical confrontation.

Police inspector D.F. Pace noted numerous shooters on the scene were actively firing shots. Another officer fired a shot at one of the active shooters, but the gunman was able to get away from the scene. The inspector then said one of the two guns retrieved had an extended clip attached to it.

Two of the suspects have been arrested while a third suspect, who police believe was shot by one of the officers, still remains at large.

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AfroBeat Artist Omah Lay’s Private Listening Session “Boy Alone”

June 6, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Warner Records held a listening session for Nigerian Singer Omah Lay’s upcoming album Boy Alone inside Invite Only studios. SiriusXM host Gray Rizzy interviewed Omah onsite and during the Q&A he spoke about his musical journey, accomplishments, and collaborations with artists such as WizKid and Justin Bieber. In a surprise move, Omah teased the audience with a snippet of his next single, slated to release on June 24th.

Many familiar faces were among the crowd, including DaUnion DJs DJ Pinnacle & DJ Will, DJ MadOut, and Bryana Shaw. The special listening event was sponsored by beloved cognac brand Hennessy and catered by Caribbean American food favorite, Will & Daughters restaurant. The scene was casually cool with a great display of dunks located by the bar and guests playing the basketball hoop arcade. Omah was spotted mingling with the crowd, vibing and socializing as a way to connect before hitting the road for his upcoming tour.

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Jim Jones and Migos “Set The Trends” With New Groundbreaking NFT Video

June 2, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Watch We Set The Trends and travel into the metaverse in this masterful video directed by EddieVisual (BAYC#4524) and Yasha Gruben (Grammy Nominated Director), as we bounce between eclectic digital worlds. This collaborative project features 15 incredible visual artists of wildly different styles, and is nothing short of impressive.

The all-star visual team includes designer and LVMH prize winner Kidsuper, ASAP Rocky’s former creative director Robert Gallardo, Iconic pfp artist Somehoodlum, Hip-hop NFT Icon Tilla Vision, Top BAYC Animator Idrawanimation, Digital Craftsman Guy Bergman, and many more.

The video is premiering exclusively in the metaverse today, in Decentraland to be exact, who is unveiling a brand new digital movie theater just for this release. Limewire will be sponsoring the Metaverse event, yes you heard that right – Limewire!

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