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      Nicki Minaj and 6ix9ine to Use New Collaboration Song to Support Black Lives Matter Protests

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      Some of the proceeds from ‘Trollz’, which will be released on June 12, will go to The Bail Project Inc. which provides free bail assistance to low-income individuals amid fight against racial injustice.
      Jun 11, 2020
      AceShowbiz – Nicki Minaj has reunited with fellow rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine for a new song benefitting those in need of bail assistance amid the Black Lives Matter protests.
      The stars, who previously collaborated on 2018 track “FEFE”, have come together for “Trollz”, the second single of Tekashi’s music comeback following a stint behind bars for gang-related crimes.
      The tune will be released on Friday, June 12, and Minaj reveals some of the proceeds will support the ongoing fight for social and racial justice.
      Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, she writes, “A portion of the proceeds from #Trollz including merch items, will be going directly to The Bail Project Inc. The fund provides free bail assistance to low-income individuals who can’t afford to pay bail while awaiting their trial.
      “We want to protect and support the thousands of brave people working on the front lines of social justice, using their voices to demand AN END to the targeting and killing of Black Americans by the police. #BlackLivesMatter”.

      Tekashi had previously decided to press pause on his new music release plans “out of respect” for the Black Lives Matter movement, in the wake of the death of African-American George Floyd at the hands of a white police officer in Minnesota in late May.

      Minaj isn’t the only artist willing to work with Tekashi after he turned on his former gangmembers to cooperate with federal prosecutors and secure a lesser sentence – he’s also teased a sequel to singer Akon’s 2004 release “Locked Up”.

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      Harry Styles Vows to Learn More About Fight Against Racial Injustice After Postponing 2020 Tour

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      While he is forced to reschedule his summer trek to 2021 because of the coronavirus pandemic, the One Direction member expresses his support to the Black Lives Matter protests.
      Jun 11, 2020
      AceShowbiz – Harry Styles has postponed his 2020 North American tour dates so he can spend more time educating himself about how he can help end racism.
      The pop star has been deeply moved by the Black Lives Matter protests across America following the death of George Floyd, and admits that factored into his decision to shift his summer tour to 2021.
      “This summer we were excited to be bringing Love on Tour to North America,” he says in a statement. “However, due to the ongoing threat from COVID-19 we have been forced to reschedule these dates to next summer. The well-being of my crew and all the fans around the world will always hold top priority. I can’t wait to see you all out on the road as soon as it’s safe to do so.”
      The shows were scheduled to begin in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on June 26 and feature special guests Jenny Lewis and Orville Peck.
      “We are in a moment of necessary change and growth in the world,” Harry added. “I will be using this time to listen and to educate myself on how I can help more in the fight for justice and equal rights for all in the future. I hope that you will take the time to do the same. Treat people with kindness. I love you all.”

      Styles’ U.S. “Love on Tour” dates will now begin in Washington on August 14, 2021.

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      J. Cole to Release 'Be Free' on Streaming Services in Light of George Floyd's Tragic Death

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      The ‘Middle Child’ rapper, who has joined the Black Lives Matter protest, penned the protest track back in 2014 following the fatal shooting of Michael Brown by an officer in Ferguson, Missouri.
      Jun 11, 2020
      AceShowbiz – J. Cole is to release a 2014 track he penned about racial injustice on streaming services following the huge protests sparked by the death of George Floyd at the hands of police.
      The musician showed up to stand alongside protesters in his hometown of Fayetteville, North Carolina earlier this month, as they took to the street in one of many demonstrations demanding an end to police brutality and systemic racism in the U.S. and across the world.
      In response to the protests rapper and singer, full name Jermaine Lamarr Cole, has greenlit the full release of “Be Free”, the protest track he penned following the fatal shooting of Michael Brown by an officer in Ferguson, Missouri in 2014.
      His manager and Dreamville Records co-founder Ibrahim Hamad revealed plans to share the song, which originally only appeared on SoundCloud, across all streaming platforms.
      “I’ve def seen a bunch of y’all tweets and got a bunch of texts asking for “Be Free” on streaming services,” Hamad wrote on Twitter on Monday, June 08. “I spoke to Cole today though had to let him know about that and he with so let me work on getting up this week.”

      J. Cole’s manager announced plan to release ‘Be Free’.
      At the time of “Be Free”‘s original release, Cole wrote alongside the track: “Rest in Peace to Michael Brown and to every young black man murdered in America, whether by the hands of white or black. I pray that one day the world will be filled with peace and rid of injustice. Only then will we all Be Free.”
      The “Middle Child” hitmaker also recently praised the mayor of Minneapolis, Minnesota and city council members for voting to disband the Minneapolis Police Department, after one of their officers was charged with second degree murder in relation to Floyd’s death.
      Three other officers who were present when policeman Derek Chauvin knelt on Floyd’s neck for nine minutes, resulting in his death, have been charged with aiding and abetting Chauvin’s alleged crime.

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      Grammy Awards to No Longer Use 'Urban' Term in Major Category

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      Following in the leads made by Republic Records, the Recording Academy makes the announcement as part of the organization’s annual changes to its rules and guidelines.
      Jun 11, 2020
      AceShowbiz – The Grammy Awards will no longer use the term “urban”, America’s Recording Academy announced Wednesday, June 10.
      As part of the organization’s annual changes to its rules and guidelines, the term, typically used to describe black music, will be removed from its awards and language. It comes after Republic Records announced last week that it too will cease to use the term “urban.”
      Best Urban Contemporary Album has been renamed Best Progressive R&B Album, to highlight albums that include the more progressive elements of R&B and may include samples and elements of hip-hop, rap, dance and electronic music.
      While Best Rap/Sung Performance Category has been renamed Best Melodic Rap Performance to represent the inclusivity of the growing hybrid performance trends within the rap genre.
      “It’s something we’ve been discussing for a couple of years, and the term has been a hot button for a while,” interim president and CEO Harvey Mason Jr. tells Variety. “A lot of creators and people in that genre didn’t like that description and felt it pigeonholed certain styles of music, so when our constituents brought that to us in the form of a proposal, we listened and voted to approve, as asked by the people in that community.”
      He continued, “It’s all part of what I hope will be a and a new chapter in our history. We’re listening to and learning from our partners and constituents and stakeholders; we’re trying to make sure we’re able to pivot and change and adapt; and we want to be really inclusive.”

      The changes, part of an effort to advance a “very transparent and transformed Recording Academy,” also include updates to the Best New Artist category, Latin, R&B and Rap Fields, and Nominations Review Committees.

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      Coachella 2020: Rescheduled Dates Completely Canceled Amid Uncertainty Over COVID-19 Crisis

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      AEG CEO Dan Beckerman has reportedly sent a note to employees stating that live events with fans are unlikely to happen any time soon and won’t resume until sometime in 2021.
      Jun 11, 2020
      AceShowbiz – Coachella is not happening at all in 2020, according to a note to employees from AEG CEO Dan Beckerman.
      The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, which was scheduled to take place over two weekends in April 2020, was previously postponed until October and set to be held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio.
      However, as events continued to be cancelled or delayed, the 2020 installment of the annual gathering has been called off altogether, with Beckerman revealing, “It is clear now that live events with fans will not resume for many months and likely not until sometime in 2021.”
      Alongside the note, obtained by Billboard, editors noted it’s “also unlikely rescheduled events will take place this year… Officials with Goldenvoice are still trying to determine whether the two-weekend, 125,000-person-per-day festival will make a limited-capacity return in April 2021 or a larger, higher capacity comeback in October 2021.”
      The report also noted that “about 40 per cent” of ticket buyers requested refunds for this year’s festival.
      “AEG officials think they could probably pull off the festival in April at 60 per cent capacity, but are holding off on making a final rescheduling decision until there is more clarity on the pandemic’s overall trajectory,” they added.
      Travis Scott (II), Frank Ocean and Rage Against the Machine had been tapped to headline the event.

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      Elton John Records Collaboration Single With Surfaces Through Zoom

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      Speaking about his music project with musical duo Forrest Frank and Colin Padalecki, the ‘Rocket Man’ hitmaker expresses his excitement over the unique experience.
      Jun 10, 2020
      AceShowbiz – Rocker Elton John has experienced a career first after collaborating with rising musical duo Surfaces over video conferencing app Zoom.
      Bandmates Forrest Frank and Colin Padalecki recently teased fans about an upcoming “surprise” online, after sharing a screenshot of their video chat with Sir Elton, and now the “Rocket Man” hitmaker has revealed they came together remotely to record a new single.
      Explaining how the project came about, the veteran musician posted on Twitter, “I heard their song ‘Sunday Best’ for the first time in Australia and liked it so much. Then @surfacesmusic reached out to me to ask if I would sing and play some piano on their new track, ‘Learn to Fly’…”.
      “I loved the song and the production, so couldn’t say no! It was a unique experience to collaborate remotely over Zoom but these guys are terrific and we had a blast. The track is out this Friday and I can’t wait for you to hear it.”

      In their own post announcing the single news, Frank and Padalecki reveal they had initially planned to release it sooner, but decided to postpone it until this week (June 12) in light of the global Black Lives Matter protests, demanding an end to racial injustice in response to the murder of George Floyd at the hands of a white police officer in Minnesota last month.
      Now, Surfaces have dedicated the tune to those in need of a little uplifting during troubled times.
      “from the beginning we just wanted this song to be a breath of optimism for those who need it… and from the bottom of our hearts we hope this song will be a source of encouragement now more than ever,” they share in a note on social media.

      “if you are broken, hurting, lost, or just going through it… this one’s for you.”

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      Dalai Lama to Release First Ever Music Album on 85th Birthday

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      Created in collaboration with his student Junelle Kunin, ‘Inner World’ features the Tibetan spiritual leader’s voice chanting mantras and prayers set to music.
      Jun 10, 2020
      AceShowbiz – Tibetan Buddhism’s spiritual leader the Dalai Lama is to mark his 85th birthday by releasing his first ever music album.
      The record, “Inner World”, features the Dalai Lama’s voice chanting mantras and prayers set to music and will be released on July 6, the day he turns 85.
      “Inner World” was created in collaboration with his student Junelle Kunin, who spent five years working with a small team to bring it to life alongside her husband, producer and songwriter, Abraham Kunin, and musicians including Anoushka Shankar who performs on the track, “Ama La”.
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      In a press release, the Buddhist leader says: “Music has the potential to transcend our differences. It can return us to our true nature of good-heartedness.”
      Net proceeds from the sales of Inner World will go to The Dalai Lama Foundation’s chosen educational and spiritual programmes.
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      A track from the album, “Compassion”, which features the Dalai Lama reciting the mantra of the Buddha of Compassion, debuted on Tuesday, June 09.

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      Lollapalooza 2020 to Go Virtual Following Cancellation by City of Chicago

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      Organizers behind the annual four-day festival assure music fans that they are working hard to bring the city and the world together through live music from July 30 to August 2.
      Jun 10, 2020
      AceShowbiz – Lollapalooza 2020 will be going digital after authorities in Chicago, Illinois officially cancelled the summer festival.
      A line-up for the big concert was never announced as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, which brought the live industry to a standstill in March and led to the postponement of California’s Coachella and Stagecoach festivals, and the axing of Britain’s Glastonbury and the Ultra Music Festival in Miami, Florida, among other events.
      Now Chicago Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and representatives from the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events have formally scrapped this year’s Lollapalooza as restrictions remain in place preventing large gatherings.
      Organisers behind the annual four-day festival, founded by Jane’s Addiction rocker Perry Farrell in 1991, have since revealed they will instead be staging a virtual event during the same weekend to give fans in isolation something to look forward to.
      “We wish we could bring Lollapalooza to Grant Park again this year, but we understand why things can’t move forward as planned,” they share in a statement online. “The health and safety of our fans, artists, partners, staff and community is always our highest priority.”
      “Rest assured, we will be working hard behind the scenes to deliver Chicago a spectacular celebration of Lollapalooza’s 30th Anniversary in the summer of 2021, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you.”
      “Keep July 30 – August 2, 2020 on your calendars as we honor our annual tradition by bringing Chicago, and the world, together around our common bond of community, civic engagement, and of course, live music,” they add.
      “The weekend-long virtual event will include performances from around the city and beyond, epic archival sets from Chicago and the festival’s six international editions, never-before-seen footage from the 1990’s (sic) and much more.”

      A full schedule and further details about the livestream are expected to be released next month.

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