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Hypebeast
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Things We Loved In Music This Week: June 20
As the week in music comes to a close, Hypebeast has rounded up the most notable music-related headlines – new releases, live performances, merch drops and more. The second song from theClipsealbum has surfaced. Entitled 'So Be It,'Pusha TandMalice's latestLet God Sort Em Outoffering sees Pusha taking shots atTravis Scott. After a lengthy Twitch livestream,Fred again.. andSkeptaperformed a one-night-only surprise New York City show. Fred again.. revealed the location to be the Brooklyn Paramount just hours before the start of the set, with over 100,000 people joining the TicketMaster queue. The duo then dropped a new song, 'Victory Lap' with an assist fromPlaqueboymaxon streaming services. Creative juggernautDonald Gloverdebuted hisGilga FarmxMoncler Geniuscollaboration, consisting of a colorful, citrusy range of clothing and footwear. Channeling the energy and aesthetic of a Californian summer, Glover's firstMonclercapsule truly doesn't fall far from the tree. In tandem with the release of 'So Be It,'Verdyrevealed his limited-edition cover art for the release ofLet God Sort Em Out– also landing on a lineup of graphic merch. For their first link-up since 'Danger (Spider)' lifted fromMetro Boomin's 2023Spider-Manalbum,OffsetandJIDhave reconnected for new single 'Bodies.' PinkPantheress has lifted the veil on a slate of North American tour dates. Entitled An Evening With PinkPantheress, the residency-style tour consists of nine stops and begins in October. Pink followed up the tour announcement with the release of 'Close to you' later in the week. For a genre-defying presentation,Bashas reteamed with some of his early collaborators, English electronic/jazz duoThe Hics, for a full-length dual-minded project dubbedMelanchonica. Features on the hypnotic release come fromAb-SoulandSaba. AsCharli XCXpredicted, aBlood Orangesummer is on the Hynestook to Instagram to announce that he'll be dropping new Blood Orange music next Friday, June 26: 'The Field,' which featuresDaniel Caesar,Caroline Polachekand more. For the first single lifted from their collab album, The Alchemist andErykah Baduhave offered up 'Abi & Alan.' After a steady stream of singles including 'brand new teeth' and 'bad brain,'Samara Cynhas revealed her new album,Backroads. That's you. The rapper received his honorary doctorate degree from Portland State University, the university he dropped out of senior year to pursue music full time. After closing out London on a high note,Beyoncébrought that same energy to Paris for her first night of tour. Queen Bey brought outMiley Cyrusfor 'II MOST WANTED.' The Weeknd'sXOhas hit the pitch with the footballers, teaming up withParis Saint-Germainfor a collaborative capsule of soccer kits, hoodies and other apparel. Central CeeandSexyy Redhave dropped their first-ever collaborative cut, which comes with a high-octane visual as well: 'GUILT TRIPPIN.' The AlchemistandEarl Sweatshirtrelease their acclaimedVoir Direalbum in October 2023, and now Alc is following up with his version of the release on vinyl as well as a merch capsule.
Hypebeast
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Fred again.., Skepta and Plaqueboymax Debut New Song "Victory Lap"
Summary The dynamic realms of music and digital culture converged last night as electronic music maestroFred again.., grime titanSkepta, and multi-hyphenate artist and streamerPlaqueboymaxofficially debuted their highly anticipated new collaboration, 'Victory Lap,' live on Twitch. The livestream also saw Fred again.. announce an impromptu pop-up rave at the Brooklyn Paramount the night of the release. 'Victory Lap' marks Fred again..'s first new music of 2025, a significant release that sees him expanding his signature emotive electronic sound with the distinct lyrical prowess of Skepta and Plaqueboymax. The track immediately showcased a powerful synergy between the artists, blending Fred's intricate production with the raw energy and sharp delivery of his collaborators. Skepta, fresh off a feature on Playboi Carti's latest album, brings his veteran grime flow, while Plaqueboymax, known for his albumsATLANTAandFive Forever, reinforces his versatility as a rapper, producer, and engaging streamer. The debut itself was a masterclass in modern music rollout. By leveraging Twitch for a live, unfiltered premiere from a pop-up event, the artists created an intimate yet globally accessible experience. This approach not only amplified the immediate buzz around 'Victory Lap' but also allowed fans worldwide to feel part of an exclusive, high-energy moment. 'Victory Lap' officially released today, June 18, 2025, via Atlantic Records UK, cementing its place as a pivotal collaboration for all three artists. For fans of cutting-edge electronic sounds, hard-hitting grime, and innovative artist collaborations, 'Victory Lap' is poised to be a standout anthem for the summer.
Winnipeg Free Press
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
New music: Propagandhi, Miley Cyrus, Marius Neset, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Propagandhi At Peace (Epitaph) In the eight years since Propagandhi released its 2017 masterpiece, Victory Lap, the world has experienced a global pandemic; horrific wars in Africa, the Middle East and Ukraine; noisy, wilful ignorance giving rise to neofascist populism; and the impending cataclysm of climate change. It's not a pretty picture, and Winnipeg's favourite punk/metal/progressive/thrash outfit pulls no punches in its latest collection of 13 tracks, all of which wrestle in some way with the notion of how to go on while everything around us goes to hell. Bassist Todd Kowalski's songs (he sings five) explore the bankruptcy of spiritual longing in the midst of horror (Guiding Light, God of Avarice), decry the pillage of the natural world (Fire Season), and lament the desperation of those who must flee one oppressive circumstance for another (Day by Day). Guitarist-vocalist Chris Hannah, meanwhile, offers up satirical juxtapositions, such as asking, on Cat Guy, what you'd do if faced with the choice of saving only one of a drowning baby Hitler or your drowning family dog; or setting a first date at an amusement park about to be obliterated by nuclear apocalypse, as on Prismatic Spray (The Tinder Date). When he's not holding a funhouse mirror up to the world, Hannah injects several wry asides into his withering criticisms, but as ridiculous as modern living might be, he's not without hope. On Something Needs to Die but Maybe It's Not You, he issues the ultimate challenge: 'But you were sent here with a gift. What will you do with it?' As ever, the band's exceptional musicianship amplifies, underlines and accentuates the scorched earth of the lyrics. Hannah, Kowalski, guitarist Sulynn Hago and drummer Jord Samolesky are a virtuosic unit, capable of roiling, Sabbath-esque riffs, pummelling, explosive thrash metal, Tipton-and-Downing guitar interplay, and expressive, dramatic dynamics which, on this record, are accentuated by tempos that aren't always full-on. ★★★★ out of five Stream: At Peace; Rented P.A.; Day by Day — John Kendle Miley Cyrus Something Beautiful (LABEL) For longtime Miley Cyrus fans, her ninth studio album is bound to live up to its name. It truly is Something Beautiful. Over the years, the Grammy winner has demonstrated that she is unequivocally a pop star. She's also a dedicated student of contemporary music history and various genres, something she's made clear through her love of performing cover songs and across her diverse discography. On Something Beautiful, Cyrus proves that she is most in her element musically when firmly holding onto those myriad identities, weaving together an inventive tapestry of pop, rock, electronic, disco and even funk — such as on the album's soulful, heartache anthem, Easy Lover. Most of Cyrus's album comprises ABBA-channeling earworms; End of the World has a piano riff that screams Dancing Queen, but she balances '70s nostalgia with belting vocals and wide-ranging instrumentation throughout. Something Beautiful is accompanied by a musical film of the same name, which will première this month at the Tribeca Film Festival. The aptly named first track, Prelude, is a narrated introduction, which gives the wrong impression that the album only serves as a score to the film. It stands on its own. That's because most of the 13 tracks reflect Cyrus's work over the past two decades. More to Lose, for example, is a big-hearted ballad that sounds like it could have been featured on a Hannah Montana soundtrack, though her vocals and musical sensibilities have matured. Walk of Fame — her upbeat collaboration with Brittany Howard — also harks back to her early discography. In many ways, the record is a return to form for the 32-year-old, whose pop reputation has always been in tension with her interest in other genres. But she also demonstrates how her sound has evolved and expanded over time. ★★★★ out of five Stream: More to Lose; End of the World — Krysta Fauria, The Associated Press Marius Neset Cabaret (Act) Norwegian saxophonist Marius Neset is a major force in the jazz world. He has albums that cover a wide spectrum, especially his genre-crossing work with several symphony orchestras. Cabaret is a departure from recent releases in using the quintet format to express a sometimes hard-edged fusion sound described in notes as 'boisterous.' The band has Elliot Galvin on keyboards, Magnus Hjorth on piano, Conor Chaplin on electric bass and Anton Eger on drums. Things get a bit more complex as Neset also plays EWI (electric wind instrument), which is not widely used these days, although years ago several artists such as Michael Brecker increased its popularity for a while. It expands the saxophone sound with a synthesizer effect that is quite powerful. The album starts with a bang with the title track and a tune called Hyp3Rsonic Cabar3T. This is flat-out driving punk/fusion reminiscent of Weather Report or Brecker's past works. When coupled with totally current harmonic and rhythmic effects, wonderful solos and overwhelming energy the enjoyment is solid. Neset's solo on Quantum Dance is simply spectacular. P11 is a beat-driven bit of cheek that confirms the fun these guys are having. Then there are the counter tunes. They are beautiful melodies such as Song for Maja and Forgotten Ballet, building from gentle openings into complex tunes that display the breadth of the talent. The Ocean is an evocative tone poem appropriately named in mood and execution. It builds and flows wonderfully. Neset recently got married, and the final track Wedding in Geiranger is a very cool commentary on an important event. Beginning with solo piano it builds to a triumphal conclusion — a terrific end for a terrific album. This is a joyous reflection of a major talent with major help saying very clearly, 'Here is some heartfelt happy music for you. Hope you like it.' We do. ★★★★★ out of five Stream: Lizarb, Song for Maja — Keith Black London Philharmonic Orchestra Rachmaninov: The Bells & Symphonic Dances (LPO) The London Philharmonic Orchestra kicks off its 20th anniversary celebrations with the first of three recordings being released May and June: Rachmaninov: The Bells and Symphonic Dances, with the venerated ensemble led by principal conductor Edward Gardner. Its first offering features a live recording of the Russian composer's orchestral suite Symphonic Dances, Op. 45, his final major composition, dated 1940 and written entirely while living in the United States. Gardner's crisp direction infuses the opening movement, I. Non Allegro, with rhythmic acuity, with the striking alto saxophone theme further heightening the work's fundamentally Russian soul. Another highlight is the subsequent II. Andante con moto, its initially halting waltz with shifting metres growing increasingly more agitated until its final, scampering wind and string motives. The more sombre finale, III. Lento assai — Allegro vivace, including excerpts from the Russian Orthodox liturgy, and Dies Irae, medieval chant for the dead, roils with dynamic and timbral contrasts. Also included is choral symphony The Bells, Op. 35 inspired by Edgar Allan Poe's poetry and featuring soprano Kristina Mkhitaryan, tenor Dmytro Popov and bass-baritone Kostas Smoriginas joined by the London Philharmonic Choir. It offers another opportunity to hear the composer's well-crafted orchestration, as during the opening I. Allegro ma non tanto, with crisp harp, piano, celeste and glockenspiel effects conjuring 'silver sleigh-bells.' Other highlights include the more darkly hewn III. Presto ('The loud alarum bells') with its long steady crescendo while the finale, IV. Lento Lugubre ('The mournful iron bells') — including a final, soaring flute solo — ultimately delivers repose and comfort from Poe's 'quiet of the tomb.' ★★★★½ out of five Stream: Symphonic Dances, I. Non Allegro; The Bells, I. Allegro ma non tanto — Holly Harris
Yahoo
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Once-in-a-lifetime:' When you can see all three Goodyear Blimps together over NE Ohio
AKRON, Ohio (WJW) – Goodyear is calling it a 'once-in-a-lifetime event' as the company prepares to send all three of its iconic blimps, together, over northeast Ohio in honor of the Goodyear Blimp's 100th anniversary. In a press release, Goodyear said that for three days, local businesses, neighbors, and companies will have the opportunity to witness Wingfoot One, Wingfoot Two, and Wingfoot Three flying overhead in Akron. Lucky Pick 4 ticket in NE Ohio wins $20K Goodyear is calling the flight a 'Victory Lap' and said it's a 'celebration of the blimps' centennial and a tribute to their enduring legacy.' So, where's the best place to catch a view of the blimp trio? Here's what Goodyear says: Dates: June 3, 4 and 5 Location: Akron, Ohio Viewing Locations on Jun. 3, 2025: Wingfoot Lake State Park: 993 Goodyear Park Blvd Mogadore, OH 44260 The best viewing spot is at the waterfront of Wingfoot Lake State Park. Akron State of the City Address: Lock 3, 200 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44308 Doors open at 4:00 p.m. and the event will start at 5:00 p.m. To register for the free event, visit the Akron Roundtable . Akron RubberDucks Game: 300 S Main St., Akron, OH 44308 On Jun. 3, between 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m., during the Akron RubberDucks pre-game versus the Chesapeake Baysox, will include a fly over from the three Goodyear Blimps. The Akron RubberDucks are also featuring their Akron Bicentennial Series: 100th Anniversary of the Goodyear Blimp this evening. The first 1000 fans will receive a t-shirt with the blimp on it to celebrate the centennial. Viewing Locations on Jun. 4-5, 2025: Downtown/East Akron For these two days, blimps will soar over downtown Akron and East Akron. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
In Belfast, Paul Hughes owned the night — and the nation
Paul Hughes needed just 42 seconds to establish himself as the face of Irish MMA on Saturday. (Jose Peí±uela / PFL) BELFAST, Northern Ireland — A blind man could have told you what nationality Paul Hughes was Saturday night at PFL Belfast. As the evening's featured attraction neared, Foy Vance's rendition of "Grace" — a ballad about Joseph Plunkett, a leader of the 1916 Easter Rising, marrying his love Grace Gifford hours before his execution — hit the assembly like a gut punch, transforming the chaos into a respectful chorus. Advertisement Hughes hit the ramp as soon as Nipsey Hussle's 'Victory Lap' hit the sound system. Men of a similar age poured themselves over metal barriers roaring words of encouragement as the Irishman prepared to fight in the same venue where he made his professional debut eight years before. Just before he hit the final check point, he turned back to his Fight Academy Ireland (FAI) coaches Liam Shannon and Pat McAlister, and his boxing coach Donard McNally. While Hughes was certainly the reason why the overwhelming majority of people had parted with their hard-earned money at the door, his brief pause felt like a nod to the hub that FAI has built in Belfast, on a night where it would be unequivocally heralded as the biggest MMA hotbed on the island. Advertisement The visiting headliner, Bruno Miranda, paced back and forth, stimulated by the energy in the venue. Hughes cut a stoic figure, completely still in prayer, preparation or otherwise. Paul Hughes enters the SSE Arena in Belfast, Northern Ireland. (Jose Peí±uela / PFL) (Jose Peí±uela) A group of four men wearing Paul Hughes t-shirts acted as my compass to the Common Market as soon as I touched down in Belfast. The doors of the famed Odyssey Complex venue hosting the event didn't open for another two hours but already hundreds of the Hughes faithful were gathered, being serenaded by folk singers and bursting into sporadic chants of 'Hughesy, Hughesy, Hughesy' whenever an opportunity presented itself. Advertisement Nobody was particularly concerned about Miranda, the Derry man's opponent. Each time they were asked for a prediction, Hughes' devotees would insist that the fight wouldn't leave the first round, some believed it wouldn't last a minute. 'Big News' confirmed his elite level in a close run bout with undefeated PFL champion Usman Nurmagomedov in January, but tonight was about showing the world what he meant to his people. And it wasn't only Irish in the assembly — members of 'The Big News Crew' had ported in the town that built the Titanic from New York, London, Dubai and Glasgow, among others. A lull in the tunes signalled it was time to leave. Off they went in their droves, taking the 15-minute stroll past Sammy The Seal, The Big Fish, across The River Lagan, down Sydenham Road and into the Odyssey. Irish fans pack into the SSE Arena for PFL Belfast. (Carlos Vela / PFL) (Carlos Vela) Alan Philpott's placement in the co-main event felt like a sensible nod to the Northern Irish scene from the PFL. In the Ballymena man's corner was Rodney Moore, who had coached Norman Parke to a win under the same roof in one of the great All-Ireland clashes against Paul Redmond eight years before — the same night Hughes made his first bow. Advertisement It wasn't just them, as all around the arena were famed fighting Northmen. UFC's Rhys McKee took up his position beside the cage at the beginning of the event. Joe McColgan ran back and forth from the locker rooms to see his teammates compete, and back again to help prepare the next one for action. When the main card began, Caolan Loughran appeared cage side, soon to be announced as the PFL's latest signing. I wondered if David Patterson was there, one of the founding fathers of Irish MMA. Having been on the frontlines for the inception of the sport on the island, it must be a strange feeling to see a fledgling pro he once trained at Derry's Elite Fighting Revolution as the face of the national sport. The sound of a heartbeat suddenly pulsated through the speakers, mirroring the adrenaline that was coursing through the crowd. Vance appeared at centerstage and the first note he sang invited the gathering to join in. Irish singer-songwriter Foy Vance serenades Paul Hughes into the SSE Arena in Belfast, Northern Ireland. (Jose Peí±uela / PFL) (Jose Peí±uela) The roar that erupted from the crowd was like a burning building, each voice a gust of wind fanning the flames. Advertisement Miranda lay motionless as Hughes spiraled around with his hands on his head, eventually climbing atop the cage, savoring the moment as plastic beer cups soared through the air in celebration. He gave his audience their reward in just 42 seconds. Catching Miranda's kick with his left hand, he used the same limb to scoop the leg across before returning it to the Brazilian's jaw a split-second later. It was Hughes' night and the city moved all around him. What he created at PFL Belfast wasn't the sequel to previous glories, nor was his billing due to his proximity to storied legends who had come before him. No, the love he received from his people told the world: 'He is adored, he is elite — and he represents us.' Advertisement They bayed again when he made the inevitable call for his rematch with Nurmagomedov, a declaration that occupied headlines all over the world. The climax had come in the form of a Hughes victory, but the night was still young. Off they went in their droves, out of the Odyssey, up Sydenham Road, across the River Lagan, past The Big Fish and Sammy The Seal, and back to the Common Market to dance the night away.
