'He's Always Picked Right': Producer Says Jay-Z Makes Final Decision on Super Bowl Halftime Show Performers

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  • Jay-Z has the final say on Super Bowl Halftime Show performers.

    • This was revealed by Super Bowl Halftime Show producer Jesse Collins, who spoke to Variety.

    • "It's a decision that Jay makes," he said. "Since we've been onboard with that show, he's made it every year, and it's been amazing. He's always picked right."

    • The halftime event, planned by Jay-Z's Roc Nation, is set for Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on February 9.

    • Kendrick Lamar will headline the show, a decision that left Lil Wayne disappointed over not getting preference for the slot in his hometown.

    • Fans are speculating the decision was influenced by historical tensions between Jay-Z and Lil Wayne.

    • "We love Wayne," Collins added. "There's always Vegas odds on who's going to get to perform it. But I think we're going to do an amazing show with Kendrick, and I think everybody’s going to love the halftime show. I know Kendrick is going to work exceptionally hard to deliver an amazing show."

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J.D. Souther, Iconic Songwriter for Eagles and Linda Ronstadt, Dies at 78

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  • Influential American songwriter J.D. Souther passed away at 78 in New Mexico on September 17.

    • Souther co-wrote famous Eagles hits like 'New Kid in Town' and 'Heartache Tonight'.
    • Souther, a Songwriters Hall of Fame member, also wrote tracks for James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt and Bonnie Raitt.

    • Souther's death was confirmed by an Eagles representative but the cause was not specified.

    • The music maker was an iconic figure in the 1970s Southern California country-rock scene.

    • He was set to start a tour with Karla Bonoff next week.

    • He was also known for acting roles in 'Thirtysomething' and 'Nashville'.
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Jane's Addiction Cancels Tour After Onstage Fight Between Perry Farrell and Dave Navarro

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  • Jane's Addiction canceled their US tour after Perry Farrell punched Dave Navarro onstage.

    • The altercation occurred on September 13 during a Boston concert.

    • Farrell has apologized since then, citing a breaking point amid health issues like tinnitus and a sore throat.

    • Fans shared dramatic videos of the confrontation, which spread rapidly on social media.

    • The rest of the band members issued a statement expressing concern for Farrell's health.

    • The decision to cancel the tour aims to ensure a safe stage environment, they said.

    • Navarro's calm response was widely praised by fans, despite weeks of tour tension.
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Donald Trump Loses Legal Battle Over Unauthorized Use of Eddy Grant's 'Electric Avenue'

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  • Donald Trump is liable for damages over the unauthorized use of Eddy Grant's 'Electric Avenue'.

    • A federal judge ruled Trump's use of the song violated copyright laws.
    • Eddy Grant sued Trump in 2020 over a campaign video featuring the song.
    • The video, posted to Trump's then Twitter account, was viewed some 13.7 million times before the social network took it down.

    • Judge John G. Koeltl rejected the 'fair use' defense argument.
    • Grant's lawsuit demanded $300 000, with final damages still to be decided.

    • Recently, Trump's campaign was ordered to cease using works by Isaac Hayes.

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Miley Cyrus Sued for Allegedly Copying Bruno Mars Song

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  • Miley Cyrus has been sued for allegedly copying Bruno Mars' 'When I Was Your Man' in her single 'Flowers'.

    • The lawsuit was filed by Tempo Music Investments in a Los Angeles federal court on September 17.

    • Tempo claims ownership of part of the US copyright for Bruno Mars' 2012 track.

    • The suit alleges 'Flowers' copied the melody, harmony and chord progressions of 'When I Was Your Man'.

    • Tempo seeks damages and wants the court to bar Cyrus from performing 'Flowers'.

    • This is the fourth time Cyrus has faced copyright infringement lawsuits.
    • Neither Cyrus nor Bruno Mars have publicly commented on the lawsuit.

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Jane's Addiction Perry Farrell Attacks Dave Navarro on Stage, Band's Future Unknown

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  • Perry Farrell attacked Jane's Addiction bandmate Dave Navarro during a Boston concert on September 13.

    • Farrell's outburst resulted in the show's abrupt end and crew intervention.
    • After the incident, Navarro hinted at uncertainty about his future with the band on Instagram.

    • The fight occurred during Jane's Addiction's first tour in 14 years with the original line-up.

    • Also on Instagram, Farrell's wife attributed his anger to stage volume issues affecting his tinnitus and sore throat.

    • The band canceled their next show in Bridgeport on September 15, citing the altercation in a statement.

    • Jane's Addiction's heyday was in the late 1980s and early 1990s, with Navarro joining the Red Hot Chili Peppers between 1993 and 1998.

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Taylor Swift Dominates 2024 MTV Video Music Awards

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  • Taylor Swift won Video of the Year for 'Fortnight' at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs).

    • With seven new trophies, she became the most decorated solo artist in VMA history with 30 awards.

    • Her Best Collaboration Award alongside Post Malone, also for 'Fortnight', prompted her to pay tribute to those who lost their lives during the 9/11 attacks 23 years ago.

    • Megan Thee Stallion hosted the VMAs and performed a medley of hits.

    • Katy Perry received the Video Vanguard Award and also performed a medley of hits.

    • Sabrina Carpenter won the Song of the Year Award for 'Espresso', making it her first at the MTV VMAs. 

    • Lisa from Blackpink won Best K-pop for her song 'Rockstar', while South Africa's Tyla won the Best Afrobeats Award for 'Water'.

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Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' Snubbed at 2024 CMA Awards Despite Critical Acclaim

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  • Morgan Wallen leads the 2024 Country Music Association (CMA) Awards with seven nominations.

    • Despite garnering major success, Beyoncé's album 'Cowboy Carter' received zero CMA nominations, sparking fan outrage.

    • 'Cowboy Carter' was excluded from major categories and apparently labeled not "country enough".

    • Chris Stapleton and Cody Johnson each earned five nominations.

    • Post Malone and Lainey Wilson received four nominations each.
    • First-time nominees like Shaboozey were recognized in multiple categories.
    • The 58th CMA Awards will air live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on November 20.

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Kendrick Lamar to Headline Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show in New Orleans

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  • Kendrick Lamar will headline the Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show on February 9.

    • The event will take place at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans and will air on FOX.
    • Lamar announced his performance through a 75-second YouTube video.

    • The show will be produced by DPS with Roc Nation and Jesse Collins as executive producers.
    • The creative direction will be by pgLang, a company founded by Lamar and Dave Free.

    • This is Lamar's second Super Bowl performance, his first being in 2022.

    • Jay-Z backed the performance, calling Lamar a "once-in-a-generation artist" with significant cultural impact.

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Linkin Park Announces New Singer, Drummer, Album and World Tour After 7-Year Hiatus

Linkin Park Announces New Singer, Drummer, Album and World Tour After 7-Year Hiatus

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  • Linkin Park has reunited after seven years, with Emily Armstrong from Dead Sara as the band's new co-vocalist.

    • Founding member Rob Bourdon is replaced by Colin Brittain as the new drummer.
    • The rock band's new album 'From Zero' is set for release on November 15.

    • Linkin Park's latest single 'The Emptiness Machine' dropped on September 5.

    • A world tour is on the cards starting September 11 in Los Angeles, hitting cities like New York, Hamburg and London.

    • This tour marks their first performances since the band's tribute show in 2017.

    • Linkin Park took a hiatus after the suicide death of singer Chester Bennington that same year.

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UK Opens Probe Into Ticketmaster's Dynamic Pricing Over Oasis Ticket Sales

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  • The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) in the UK has launched an investigation into Ticketmaster's pricing.

    • Fans faced ticket price increases up to £200 ($265) due to 'dynamic pricing' for Oasis's reunion tour.

    • Oasis stated they were unaware of dynamic pricing, a system that hikes ticket prices with increased demand.

    • The CMA will gather consumer evidence and engage with Ticketmaster on consumer protection compliance.

    • UK culture minister Lisa Nandy pledged to address inflated ticket prices and "rip-off resales."

    • The European Commission has also started an investigation into dynamic pricing practices.

    • Meanwhile, Oasis will hold additional shows and a ballot process for fans who missed out on tickets.

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Rapper Rich Homie Quan Dies at 34, Cause of Death Still Unknown

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  • Rapper Rich Homie Quan, 34, was found dead in his Atlanta home on Thursday.

    • He rose to fame with hits like 'Type of Way' and 'Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh)'.

    • He was also part of the group Rich Gang with Young Thug.
    • He was unresponsive, not breathing and had no heartbeat when his girlfriend, Amber Williams, found him.

    • Reports mentioned the rapper was foaming at the mouth at the time of discovery.

    • His family confirmed his death but the cause is still unknown.

    • The Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office scheduled an autopsy for Friday.

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Judge Orders Trump to Cease Using Isaac Hayes Song 'Hold On, I'm Coming' at Rallies

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  • A federal judge in Georgia has barred the Donald Trump campaign from using an Isaac Hayes song at rallies.
    • Judge Thomas Thrash issued a temporary injunction on September 3.
    • Hayes's estate sued a few weeks ago, claiming unauthorized and illegal use of the song.
    • Trump's campaign regularly used 'Hold On, I'm Coming' at rallies, including the RNC.
    • The estate seeks $3m in licensing fees from the repeated use of the song.
    • Trump's lawyer, Ronald Coleman, said the campaign had stopped using the song before the ruling.
    • Other artists like ABBA, Bruce Springsteen, Céline Dion and Jack White have also objected to Trump using their music.
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James Darren, Star of 'Gidget' and 'T.J. Hooker', Passes Away at 88

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  • James Darren, famous for 'Gidget' and 'T.J. Hooker', died at 88 due to heart complications on September 2.
    • Darren rose to fame as Moondoggie in 'Gidget' (1959) with Sandra Dee.
    • Other TV roles included Dr. Tony Newman in 'The Time Tunnel' and officer Jim Corrigan in 'T.J. Hooker'.
    • Darren directed shows like 'Melrose Place' and 'Beverly Hills, 90210'.
    • He enjoyed a singing career with hits like 'Goodbye Cruel World' and 'Her Royal Majesty'.
    • He gained new fans as holographic crooner Vic Fontaine in 'Star Trek: Deep Space Nine'.
    • Darren is survived by his wife, Evy Norlund, sons Jim Moret, Christian Darren and Tony Darren as well as his five grandchildren.
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Adele Announces Indefinite Hiatus From Music After Las Vegas Residency

Adele Announces Indefinite Hiatus From Music After Las Vegas Residency

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  • Adele will take an indefinite break from music post her Las Vegas residency.
    • The singer revealed the news during a show in Munich on August 31.
    • Adele expressed a desire to rest and live the new life she has been building.
    • Her hiatus follows nearly three years of continuous performances.
    • The Las Vegas residency, 'Weekends with Adele', will wrap up on November 23.
    • Adele has no current plans for new music, hinting at exploring other creative avenues.
    • Fans reacted emotionally to the news, with Adele thanking them for their support.
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ABBA Tell Trump Campaign to Stop Using Their Music at Rallies

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  • ABBA have asked Donald Trump to stop using their music at campaign rallies.
    • ABBA's record label, Universal Music, confirmed no permission was granted.
    • Trump's team said it had a license through BMI and the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers.
    • Recently, Foo Fighters and Celine Dion also protested Trump’s use of their music, with Jack White threatening he would sue Trump for his use of the White Stripes' 'Seven Nation Army'.
    • Artists can legally request their music not be used if it violates 'right of publicity' laws.
    • Similar disputes arose between Trump and other musicians over music usage in 2016.
    • ABBA discovered that their music, including 'The Winner Takes it All', was played at a Minnesota rally in July.
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Scotty McCreery Halts Concert to Address Assault on Woman

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  • Scotty McCreery halted his Colorado State Fair concert on August 24.
    • The 2011 'American Idol' winner witnessed a man allegedly hitting a woman during his performance.
    • He interrupted one of his songs to address the situation, calling out the assailant.
    • "That's a lady you just hit, sir," McCreery said over the mic.
    • Security escorted the alleged assailant out as McCreery waited.
    • McCreery, 30, resumed the concert after ensuring the woman was okay.
    • Authorities are investigating the incident, with the fair’s officials seeking footage of the attack.
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Oasis Reunites for 2025 Tour: 14 UK and Ireland Dates Announced After 15-Year Feud

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  • Oasis have announced their 2025 reunion tour after a 15-year split, with 14 dates across the UK and Ireland.
    • Liam and Noel Gallagher will perform together for the first time since 2009.
    • The tour kicks off in Cardiff on July 4 and ends in Dublin on August 17, spanning multiple major cities.
    • Four dates are set for both Manchester’s Heaton Park and London’s Wembley Stadium.
    • The tour marks the 30th anniversary of Oasis' album '(What’s the Story) Morning Glory?'
    • Tickets go on sale August 31, following the August 27 announcement.
    • The brothers' feud reportedly ended due to substantial financial incentives.
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Macklemore Cancels Dubai Concert Citing UAE's Role in Sudan Conflict

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  • Macklemore canceled his Dubai concert due to the UAE's alleged role in the Sudan conflict.
    • Macklemore's show was set for October at Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena.
    • The UAE has been accused of supplying arms to Sudanese paramilitary group the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
    • UN experts have reported credible evidence of regular UAE weapons shipments to the RSF.
    • The rapper announced his decision on Instagram, showing solidarity with the Sudanese people.
    • The Sudanese civil war has killed about 19 000 people and displaced some 10 million since it began in April 2023.
    • Macklemore, who is also known for his staunch pro-Palestinian stance, urged fellow artists to use their platforms for collective liberation.
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TLC Cancels Concerts After T-Boz Hospitalized for Severe Abdominal Blockage

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  • TLC canceled concerts at the New York State Fair and Foxwoods casino on Friday and Saturday due to Tionne 'T-Boz' Watkins' health issues.
    • She was hospitalized for a severe abdominal blockage, causing sudden nausea and vomiting.
    • Doctors have confirmed her issue was an abdominal blockage, not food poisoning.
    • T-Boz stayed in hospital overnight for further assessment and treatment.
    • TLC, comprising T-Boz and Rozonda 'Chilli' Thomas, promised to reschedule the canceled shows as soon as possible.
    • T-Boz assured fans on Instagram that she was recovering and hoped to be discharged by August 25.
    • This was the second time this year that TLC have canceled shows due to T-Boz's health problems.
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