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    Taylor Swift Celebrates 31st Birthday With 'Willow' Remix

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    The ‘Blank Space’ hitmaker marks her 31st birthday by releasing a surprise remix of her new song from the newly-released ‘Folklore’ sister album ‘Evermore’.

    Dec 14, 2020
    AceShowbiz – Taylor Swift has celebrated her 31st birthday by releasing a remix of her new tune, “Willow”.
    The singer took to social media early on Sunday (13Dec20) to announce another surprise release of the song she dropped from her new album “Evermore” on Thursday.
    “Not to be all ‘iTs mY BiRtHdAY & I jUsT wAnNa DaNcE (sic)’ but… it is and I do,” she wrote, alongside a link to the new tune. “So here’s the willow dancing witch version, remixed by Elvira, a bad a** female producer I really respect.”
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    Swift stunned fans last week (ends11Dec20) by announcing she was releasing “Evermore” – her second surprise album of the year – on Friday.
    “Ever since I was 13, I’ve been excited about turning 31 because it’s my lucky number backwards, which is why I wanted to surprise you with this now,” she wrote on Instagram when revealing the track list. “You’ve all been so caring, supportive and thoughtful on my birthdays and so this time I thought I would give you something!”
    She explained her new album tackled an “‘unhappily ever after’ anthology of marriages gone bad that includes infidelity, ambivalent toleration, and even murder…One starring my grandmother, Marjorie, who still visits me sometimes…if only in my dreams.”
    The “Love Story” hitmaker collaborated with Haim, Marcus Mumford, Bon Iver, and The National. The title track was co-written by her longtime boyfriend, Joe Alwyn, who goes under the pseudonym William Bowery. He also helped her with the previous album “Folklore”.

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    Snoop Dogg Responds to Offset's Clapback Over 'WAP' Criticism

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    Snoop’s Instagram post arrives after the Migos rapper reacts to his negative review of Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s hit song, which earns some criticism due to its raunchy lyrics.

    Dec 14, 2020
    AceShowbiz – Snoop Dogg has sparked chatter over his comments on Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s smash hit “WAP” that earned mixed reviews from listeners. His negative opinion on the explicit song prompted Cardi’s husband Offset to chime in as he defended the Grammy-winning raptress.
    When asked by TMZ in Beverly Hills, California, the Migos member respectfully addressed Snoop’s comment on his wife’s song. “I love Snoop, man. [Cardi B is] grown,” Offset said. “I don’t get in females business, so Ima just stay at that. I hate when men do that. I don’t do that.”
    “I don’t care if a girl woulda said something bad about me. I just don’t get in females business,” so the “Ghostface Killers” rapper went on to add.
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    Snoop apparently caught wind of the response. The veteran rapper immediately took to his Instagram account to address the matter, clarifying his stance even though he didn’t explicitly name-drop Offset. “Stop with the bulls**t press I love Cardi b and Meg,” he wrote on Sunday, December 13.

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    “Music period point blank and they know that I’m n full support of the female. M. C. Movement so stop trying to make me a hater. U. F. D. H. B. Now carry on Before u get this. L. A. D,” he continued. Urging people to just highlight the femcees’ achievement through the song, Snoop added, “That song 6xs platinum talk about that.”

    The “Mac and Devin Go to High School” actor shared his two cents on “WAP” during his virtual interview with host Julissa Bermudez for Central Ave on Thursday, December 10. Alluding that the song is too raunchy for his taste, Snoop opined, “Oh my God. Slow down. Like, slow down. And let’s have some imagination. Let’s have some, you know, privacy, some intimacy where he wants to find out as opposed to you telling him.”
    “To me it’s like, it’s too fashionable when that in secrecy, that should be a woman’s…that’s like your pride and possession. That’s your jewel of the Nile. That’s what you should hold onto. That should be a possession that no one gets to know about until they know about it,” he further said.
    Referring to his 21-year-old daughter, Snoop continued, “My daughter is from a different era, though.” The “Ain’t No Fun (If the Homies Can’t Have None)” rapper added, “She’s from this era. She may be doing the ‘WAP’ or, you know what I’m saying, a part of the ‘WAP,’ but I can’t be mad at her ’cause it’s her generation, you know what I’m saying? But, at the same time, the things that I would rather see, you know, ’cause I’ma older man…”
    “Now, when I was young, 21, 22, I may have been with the movement,” the “B****es Ain’t S**t” spitter added. “I probably would have been on the remix. But as an older man, I love it, that they are expressing themselves and doing their thing. I just don’t want it that fashionable to where young girls express themselves like that without even knowing that that is a jewel that they hold onto until the right person comes around.”

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    Justin Bieber and Will Smith Among Winners at 2020 Streamy Awards

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    The ‘Yummy’ singer and the ‘Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’ actor have collected prizes at this year’s virtual YouTube Streamy Awards along with Swizz Beatz and Timbaland.

    Dec 14, 2020
    AceShowbiz – Justin Bieber, Will Smith, and Swizz Beatz and Timbaland’s “Verzuz” online rap battle platform were among the big winners at the YouTube Streamy Awards on Saturday night (12Dec20).
    The 10th anniversary prizegiving, highlighting the year’s best online content and creators, was held virtually with co-hosts Trixie Mattel and Katya surprising winners at their homes.

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    The full list of winners is:
    Creator of the Year: MrBeast
    Show of the Year: “Instant Influencer with James Charles”
    International: Whindersson Nunes (Brazil)
    Breakout Creator: Charli D’Amelio
    Collaboration: David Dobrik and Justin Bieber
    Crossover: Will Smith
    First Person: Emma Chamberlain
    Live Streamer: NICKMERCS
    Indie Series: “Chris and Jack”
    Live Series: “Verzuz”
    Live Special: “MrBeast’s $250,000 Influencer Rock, Paper, Scissors Tournament”
    Podcast: “On Purpose with Jay Shetty”
    Scripted Series: “A Heist with Markiplier” – Markiplier
    Unscripted Series: “UNHhhh” – WOWPresents
    Animated: “Jaiden Animations”
    Beauty: James Charles
    Comedy: Sarah Cooper
    Commentary: ContraPoints
    Dance: BFunk
    Documentary: “The Secret Life of Lele Pons”
    Fashion and Style: Wisdom Kaye
    Food: Tabitha Brown
    Gaming: Dream
    Health and Wellness: Chloe Ting
    Kids and Family: Ryan’s World
    Learning and Education: Mark Rober
    Lifestyle: Larray
    News: HasanAbi
    ports: Ryan Garcia
    Technology: Marques Brownlee
    Cinematography: Peter McKinnon
    Editing: Hayden Hillier-Smith – Logan Paul
    Visual and Special Effects: Aaron Benitez – “Aaron’s Animals”
    Writing: CalebCity – CalebCity
    Streamys Fan Award: Creator Squad – 2HYPE
    SOCIAL GOOD AWARDS:
    Company or Brand: Barbie – Career of the Year (Mattel); Dave’s Killer Bread – Second Chance Employment (Tastemade), and Lyft – “Undercover Lyft with Alicia Keys” ( LyftUp)
    Creator: The Game Theorists – St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital #CancelCancer LIVE; MrBeast – Feeding America Food Drive, and Nabela Noor – NoorHouse
    Nonprofit or NGO: Arbor Day Foundation – #TeamTrees (MrBeast and Mark Rober); COVID-19 Response Fund – Post Malone x Nirvana Tribute – Livestream (Post Malone)
    Equal Justice Initiative – “Bear Witness, Take Action” (YouTube Originals)
    BRAND AWARDS:
    Agency of the Year: BEN
    Brand of the Year: Netflix
    Brand Engagement: “100 Thieves Cash App Compound Reveal” – Cash App
    Branded Content: Series: “Under a Rock with Tig Notaro” – Amazon Alexa (Funny Or Die)
    Branded Content: Video: “We Lost A FaZe Member” – G FUEL (FaZe Clan)
    Creator Product: Chamberlain Coffee – Emma Chamberlain
    Influencer Campaign: “#ALLNIGHTERLEGEND” – Urban Decay
    Multi-Platform Campaign: Disney+ Launch
    Social Good Campaign: “Seize the Awkward” – The Jed Foundation

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    Gavin Rossdale Afraid of Embarrassing His Kids With 'Dud Record'

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    The Bush frontman talks about what inspires him to make music, saying he doesn’t want to make ‘a dud record’ out of fear of embarrassing his four children.

    Dec 13, 2020
    AceShowbiz – Gavin Rossdale is “inspired” by his children.
    The 55-year-old singer has three sons – Kingston, 14, Zuma, 12, and Apollo, six – with his ex-wife Gwen Stefani, as well as being father to 31-year-old model Daisy Lowe, and has said he always makes music with the goal of impressing his kids.
    “I always maintain this idea that they inspire me enough that I just would be horrified if I sucked, or made a record that they could go to their friend’s house and feel some sense of pride in … They up the ante. You don’t want to be bringing in a dud record,” he told RADIO.com.

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    Gavin also admitted he’s been missing his brood amid the coronavirus pandemic as his sons have been spending most of their time with their mother as it’s safer than continually changing homes.
    And he then joked, “But then I come back and they’re fine, and still want sushi which apparently isn’t free …”
    The Bush frontman also reflected on how the pandemic has changed his way of thinking when it comes to germs, particularly when it comes to meet and greets where he would typically meet with over 100 fans at a time.
    “To be honest, I was always slightly confused. I love meeting people; I do these meet & greets … but just shaking so many people’s hands. I was always like, it’s such a funny thing, isn’t it? A custom of having to touch each other. Why can’t we say, ‘hey?’ Why do we have to touch the whole time? I don’t have issues, and I’m not weird about it … but you meet 150 people at a meet & greet every night. That’s a lot of people, a lot of traffic, a lot of hands,” he mused.

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    Jess Glynne and Jamie Cullum Team Up for Christmas Music Fundraiser

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    The proceeds from the upcoming festive fundraiser event will be donated to the musical community which has been hard hit by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

    Dec 13, 2020
    AceShowbiz – Jess Glynne and Jamie Cullum will perform at Amazon Music U.K.’s Festive Fundraiser event to help the musical community which has been hard hit by the Covid-19 pandemic.
    The special concert – which will also feature Nina Nesbitt as well as Amazon’s Ones to Watch 2021 artists Griff and Girl In Red – will stream live for one night only from London’s Roundhouse on 18 December (20).
    The artists will take to three stages at the iconic London venue, performing Amazon Original Christmas songs and answering questions from host Edith Bowman and viewers.
    The concert will also feature highlights of Amazon Music programming from across the year, including the recent Holiday Plays concerts with Miley Cyrus, Lil Nas X, and Foo Fighters.
    Patrick Clifton – Head of Music at Amazon Music U.K. – said in a press release, “We know it’s been an incredibly tough year for musicians…. We’re delighted to have these incredible artists take part in what we are sure will be a great night.”

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    And Help Musicians CEO James Ainscough added, “Music has been a unifying force that’s supported and entertained us all this year, more than ever before. But for tens of thousands of music creators across the U.K. the impact of lockdown and social distancing on their ability to earn, to create and to connect, has been disastrous for their finances and mental health…”
    “We look forward to 2021 with hope, but also knowing the depth of work that is still needed to support musicians until they can thrive again doing what they do best – making the music that touches our hearts and souls.”
    All donations generated from the event will go directly to the Help Musicians charity, which has been providing hardship funding to tens of thousands of musicians since March.
    Amazon Music U.K. will also donate directly to the charity as part of the Festive Fundraiser.
    Viewers of the stream will be able to watch and donate live on Twitch at twitch.tv/amazonmusicuk.

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    Madison Beer Blasts 'Disrespectful Boyfriend' on New Song

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    The ‘Good in Goodbye’ singer urges her fans to know their worth and leave a toxic relationship on a new song from her upcoming debut album ‘Life Support’.

    Dec 13, 2020
    AceShowbiz – Madison Beer takes aim at a “disrespectful boyfriend” on her latest single, “BOYS***”.
    The 22-year-old singer has dropped the latest track from her upcoming debut studio album, “Life Support”, and revealed the song is about “knowing your worth” and when it’s time to exit an unhealthy relationship.
    The lyrics include, “One too many times I let you ruin my life / ’cause I thought you would change but I see it now.”
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    Speaking of what inspired the track, she said, “BOYS*** is one of the last songs I recorded for my album, and it was just kind of a build up after this really long year.”

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    “It’s simply about knowing your worth and when to leave a situation. With the play on ‘bull***’ I figured it was the perfect time to use the age old saying about an immature or disrespectful boyfriend, ‘he’s not a man, he’s a boy,’ but it then flourished into more. This isn’t as simple as a childish man, it’s deeper than that.”
    “Anyone can behave in a ‘BOY***’ manner and I think there’s something to be said about knowing when enough is enough and when you’re truly just feeding into nonsense, I think a lot of that is knowing your worth. This song is meant to uplift and inspire people, of all genders, to know when it’s time to stop putting up with boy***.”
    “BOYS***” follows the release of tracks “Good in Goodbye”, “Selfish”, and “Stained Glass”.
    The latter single saw Madison open up about the “scrutiny” she has faced in her life and call for everyone to “be more gentle and not judge so hard.”
    “Life Support” is released on next February (21).

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    Chris Cornell's Estate Releases His Collection of Cover Songs

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    A collection of cover songs by the late Soundgarden and Audioslave frontman has been released by his estate, more than three years after he committed suicide.

    Dec 13, 2020
    AceShowbiz – Chris Cornell’s final studio album of cover songs has been posthumously released by his estate on Friday (11Dec20).
    The late Soundgarden and Audioslave frontman, who died from suicide in 2017, recorded covers by music greats such Prince-penned hit song “Nothing Compares 2 U”, John Lennon’s “Watching the Wheels”, and Janis Joplin’s “Get It While You Can”, as well as playing all the music on the 10-track collection.
    “No One Sings Like You Anymore” was recorded in 2016 with producer Brendan O’Brien, who mixed Soundgarden’s best-selling album “Superunknown” and has produced albums for Pearl Jam, Bruce Springsteen, and AC/DC.
    The late grunge legend’s widow, Vicky, admitted the LP’s release is “bittersweet” because the singer should be here to put it out himself, but she hopes it will help to lift everyone’s spirits amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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    She said, “This album is so special because it is a complete work of art that Chris created from start to finish.”
    “His choice of covers provides a personal look into his favourite artists and the songs that touched him. He couldn’t wait to release it. This moment is bittersweet because he should be here doing it himself, but it is with both heartache and joy that we share this special album.”
    “All of us could use his voice to help heal and lift us this year, especially during the holiday season. I am so proud of him and this stunning record, which to me illustrates why he will always be beloved, honoured, and one the greatest voices of our time.”
    Chris’ cover of “Patience” by Guns N’ Roses was released in July to mark what would have been his 56th birthday, and subsequently became his first number one on the Billboard chart in the U.S.
    The album hit streaming services on Friday, while a physical version will be available in March 2021.

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    Shakira Takes Inspirations from Jane Fonda's Vintage Workouts for New Music Video

    The ‘Hips Don’t Lie’ hitmaker is inspired by Jane Fonda’s vintage home workouts for the ‘Girl Like Me’ music video, her collaboration with the Black Eyed Peas.

    Dec 13, 2020
    AceShowbiz – Shakira took inspiration from Jane Fonda’s vintage home workouts to create a “retro-futuristic” feel for her new video.
    The 43-year-old singer’s collaboration with the Black Eyed Peas was recently released and Shakira has revealed the accompanying music video was inspired by Fonda’s ’80s workout videos.
    She told Billboard, “The song already has that vintage quality to it, so I wanted a video that had the retro futuristic vibe. From the beginning I thought: Jane Fonda. Those ’80s workout videos had a really cool aesthetic I wanted to import into this video.”
    Shakira can be seen surf skating in the video and said, “it’s a fairly new thing that I’m totally passionate about and something I do a couple of times a week.”

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    “Some of the takes in this video were at three or four in the morning and I was skating for like two hours so they could capture the best shots. I skated and skated and skated, until I didn’t feel my joints.”
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    Meanwhile, will.i.am previously revealed he and Shakira started work on the song back in 2008, and he “made so many different versions” of the tune.
    He explained, “For those that didn’t know @shakira came to my studio in 2008 and we worked on Girl Like Me…I’m so happy this song is out now…I’ve made so many different versions of this song…and we found the perfect vibe for it… and now the video is here!!! Thank you SHAKIRA!!! I loved working with you…”

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