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Ed Sheeran Drops More Clues About Camila Cabello Collaboration

Just last month, Ed Sheeran announced a new single was on the way with Camila Cabello.

And now, both artist have released a short clip, giving more clues about their new music together. In less than 10 seconds you see lots of partying, crying, drinking, and guitar playing.

Sheeran wrote on Twitter: "Many more wild nights together to come, mate." On her site, Cabello posted an entirely different clip. She also reminded everyone that today (Wednesday) is her 25th birthday.

"Bam Bam" will officially be released tomorrow (Feb 4).

TL;DR:

  • "Bam Bam" will officially be released tomorrow (Feb 4)
  • In less than 10 seconds you see lots of partying, crying, drinking, and guitar playing.

Kanye West Buries Pete Davidson Alive In New Video For 'Eazy'

Kanye West has dropped a video for his new single "Eazy." In the video, Kanye sends The Game and Eazy-E after Pete Davidson. They kidnap him and bury him up to his neck. Roses are then planted surrounding Pete's head. The video ends with a message, "Everyone lived happily ever after. Except (Skete, which is the name Kanye calls Pete) you know who. Jk, he's fine."

In other news, Kanye was spotted out at dinner with Tristan Thompson in Miami. According to TMZ, the two were out to eat at Setai Hotel.

Lizzo Denounces 'Big Girl' Stereotypes

Lizzo is speaking out about her weight and wants to create a new beauty standard by embracing her figure.

Appearing on the cover of People, she said, "I know I'm fat. It doesn't bother me. I like being fat, and I'm beautiful and I'm healthy. So can we move on?"

Lizzo revealed that she faced multiple stereotypes while growing up and simply because of her size she became the "funny, fat friend."

Calling herself a "body icon," she says she's embracing her look, more and more every day.

Her new reality competition show, will also embrace it. She's embarking on a nationwide search for dancers, that look like her, to join her on tour.

Her show, Watch Out For The Big Grrrls, is streaming now on Amazon Prime Video.

TL;DR:

  • Lizzo said, "I know I'm fat. It doesn't bother me. I like being fat, and I'm beautiful and I'm healthy. So can we move on?"
  • Her show, Watch Out For The Big Grrrls, is streaming now on Amazon Prime Video.

Quickies: BTS, Selena Gomez

Congrats are in order once again, as BTS gets their 11th week at #1 on Billboard‘s Hot Trending Songs chart. "Butter" was released last May and has reached the top 10 in over 30 countries worldwide.

Selena Gomez joked about her red carpet slip-up at the recent Screen Actors Guild Awards. While on the red carpet, one of her Christian Louboutin pumps gave way and she fell into a handler's arms before getting pulled back up to her feet. To avoid the same thing happening on stage, she just pulled off her shoes and presented an award while barefoot. Posting a series of photos she wrote, "I couldn't keep my heels on, but I did manage to take a couple selfies."

Billie Eilish Gets High Praise From Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl

Foo Fighters frontman, Dave Grohl gave Billie Eilish high praise when he was asked if he thought rock was still relevant.

Grohl acknowledged that relevance can be tricky to define, but thinks there's a lot of great music out there.

He said, "They might not be as popular as Nicki Minaj, but honestly, when I see f***ing Billie Eilish, that's rock 'n' roll to me. She started a revolution and took over the world."

The interview was published this week in The Independent.

TL;DR:

  • Grohl: "When I see f***ing Billie Eilish, that's rock 'n' roll to me. She started a revolution and took over the world."

Lady Gaga To Co-Host Elton John Oscar Party

Lady Gaga is among the co-hosts announced for Elton John's AIDS Foundation party and fundraiser. She'll host alongside Elton's husband David Furnish. Other onstage duties go to Bill Porter, as well as Eric McCormack from Will & Grace fame.

The Elton John AIDS Foundation has raised more than $86 million to date.

In its 30th year, it also serves as an Oscar Awards viewing party, will take place at West Hollywood Park on March 27.

No mention yet as to whether or not the event will be live streamed.

TL;DR:

  • Lady Gaga is among the co-hosts for Elton John's AIDS Foundation party and fundraiser.
  • The event has raised more than $86 million to date.
  • It will take place at West Hollywood Park on March 27.

Marilyn Manson Sues Evan Rachel Wood Over Abuse Allegations

Marilyn Manson has sued ex-fiancee Evan Rachel Wood over her abuse allegations. According to Deadline, the suit claims that Wood's rape and abuse allegations are a "malicious falsehood" that has derailed Manson's music, TV and film career. He also accused Wood of defamation and impersonation of an FBI agen.

The complaint -- which was filed Wednesday morning (March 2nd) in Los Angeles Superior Court, read, "This action arises from the wrongful and illegal acts done in furtherance of a conspiracy by Defendant Evan Rachel Wood and her on-again, off-again romantic partner, Defendant Ashley Gore, a/k/a Illma Gore, to publicly cast Plaintiff Brian Warner, p/k/a Marilyn Manson, as a rapist and abuser—a malicious falsehood that has derailed Warner's successful music, TV, and film career."

The suit -- which is seeking a jury trial, goes on to make some accusations against Wood and Gore, alleging that the duo hacked into the singer's computers and social media, as well as "created a fictitious email account to manufacture purported evidence that Warner was emailing illicit pornography."

The suit continued, "It's incredibly important to differentiate between the character of ‘Marilyn Manson' and the man Brian Warner. Wood's claims may resonate because of the intentionally ‘shocking' character of ‘Marilyn Manson' but they simply do not reflect the truth. The manufactured facts these conspirators scripted a decade after the event never happened."

Manson later posted a message on Instagram, saying, "There will come a time when I can share more about the events of the past year. Until then, I'm going to let the facts speak for themselves." He advised viewers to click the link in his Instagram bio which directs them to a PDF of the lawsuit.

Manson is asking for unspecified damages.

Dua Lipa Faces Copyright Infringement Lawsuit For 'Levitating'

A reggae band from Florida is suing Dua Lip over her single, "Levitating."

TMZ reports that Artikal Sound System has filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against Lipa, claiming that the 2020 Future Nostalgia track rips off their 2017 song "Live Your Life."

The suit also names the singer's label, Warner Records, and others as defendants. They are asking for profits they may have made off of "Levitating" plus damages.

Jonas Brothers Announce Las Vegas Residency

The Jonas Brothers are heading to Vegas.

The trio announced Tuesday (March 2nd) that their new residency, Jonas Brothers: Live in Vegas will take place from June 3rd through the 11th at Dolby Live at Park MGM Las Vegas.

Kevin Jonas wrote on his personal Instagram page, "Can't wait to be back on stage in June with my brothers!"

Tickets go on sale March 7th.

Jay Z, Kanye West & Diddy Among Top Highest Paid Hip-Hop Artists Of 2021

Jay Z, Kanye West and Diddy are all among the highest paid hip-hop artists of 2021. Jay Z topped the list, after making $470 million last year, with a net worth of $1.5 million. Ye comes in at number two with $250 million. Diddy snagged the number three spot with $75 million and Drake comes in at number four with $50 million. Wiz Khalifa rounded out the top five with $45 million.

Check out the top 10 hip-hop earners:

1. JAY-Z – $470 million
2. Kanye West – $250 million
3. Diddy – $75 million
4. Drake – $50 million
5. Wiz Khalifa – $45 million
6. Travis Scott – $38 million
7. DJ Khaled – $35 million
8. Eminem – $28 million
9. J. Cole – $27 million
10. Birdman – $25 million
10. Doja Cat – $25 million

Kanye West Waving White Flag In His Marriage To Kim Kardashian

Kanye West has reportedly waved the white flag. According to Hollywood Unlocked, Kanye said that he will no longer fight to keep his divorce from moving forward. He told the site, "I've asked my team to expedite the dissolution of my marriage to Kim so I can put my entire attention into our beautiful children." Ye also fired his attorney Chris Melcher, after a reported contentious relationship.

According to TMZ, sources claimed that a breakdown in communication is the reason for the fallout. One day he wanted to settle things with Kim and other days, he wanted to put up a fight. Ye has hired Samantha Spector, who recently represented Nicole Young in her divorce from Dr. Dre.

Meanwhile, Kanye's lawyers have raised an issue about he and Kim's prenup. Ye's lawyers filed legal docs claiming prenups in California after 2002 are presumed invalid.

Ariana Grande Makes R.E.M. Makeover Video With Gottmik

Ariana Grande tested out her new R.E.M. makeup line in a new YouTube video with RuPaul's Drag Race alum, Gottmik.

The two-time Grammy winner announced, "I'm really proud of this s**t," before getting a makeover from her guest.

The "Positions" singer revealed that she began working on R.E.M. Beauty touring in support of her 2018 album Sweetener, adding, "Tour was a great time to test things on stage."

Quickies: Haim + Chvrches!

CHVRCHES TO TOUR NORTH AMERICA: Chvrches is bringing their Screen Violence tour to North America this spring. The band will kick off the next leg of their tour on May 13th in Mexico City, Mexico and hit cities like Miami, FL, Orlando, FL Washington DC, and Omaha, NE, before wrapping things up in Manchester, TN on June 18th. Presale begins on Wednesday (March 2nd).

HAIM DROPS 'LOST TRACK': Haim dropped the song, "Lost Track" on Tuesday (March 1st) along with a video directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. The visual was shot at The Balboa Golf Course in Encino, California on January 26th as a part of W Magazine's feature on the Licorice Pizza director.

Louis Tomilson Stops Sold-Out Show To Help Fan

Louis Tomilson stopped his sold-out show in Minneapolis Thursday (Feb. 24th) night to get help for a female fan in distress.

According to a video obtained by TMZ, The former One Direction singer was performing his hit “Walls” when security guards were summoned to escort the woman out of the theater. Tomilson had the lights turned up and stopped playing until the fan was brought to safety.

Witnesses told the site that he was helpful throughout the ordeal.

Kanye West Wants Kim Kardashian To Prove He's Behind Social Media Attacks

Last week, Kanye West filed court docs to seemingly prevent estranged wife Kim Kardashian from becoming legally single. According to TMZ, Ye filed docs to make his social media posts towards Kim and her boyfriend Pete Davidson and others inadmissible in next week's court hearing.

Kanye argues that Kim can't prove that he wrote the posts, which Kim claimed in her own court docs caused her "emotional distress."

Kanye's lawyer said, “Kim claims she read something online allegedly by Kanye and characterizes the posts in her declaration as misinformation.

The lawyer added, “Kim needed to offer the social media posts into evidence, and show that the posts were written by Kanye." 

In other news, Kanye released Donda 2 on Stem Player on Friday (February 25th). 

Madonna Shows Support For Ukraine By Posting Fan Video

Madonna shared her support for Ukraine by posting a fan made video set to a remix of her song “Sorry.”

The singer captioned the clips of explosions and the aftermath of Russian attacks with, “Putin continues his Senseless And Horrifying attacks on The Ukraine!! Innocent people are being killed and wounded every day! Innocent people are fighting for their lives And learning to shoot guns to protect themselves Refugees are crowding the borders and being stopped from escaping. So many brave people are staying to fight.

"God Bless You All. We are praying for you all. Please let’s do what we can to help! ”

Quickies: Avril Lavigne, BTS, + Demi Lovato!

AVRIL LAVIGNE DROPS NEW ALBUM: Avril Lavigne released her seventh studio album, Love Sux, on Friday (Feb. 25th). The 12-track album marks the first new music to be released from the star since 2019. Love Sux showcases Lavigne’s pop-punk sound, featuring collaborations with artist like Machine Gun Kelly, Mark Hoppus and blackbear. 

BTS DROPS NEW MERCH: BTS dropped their official merchandise collaboration with HYBE at Nordstrom on Friday (Feb. 25th) and pieces quickly began to sell out.  The store's website features 50 pieces of unisex clothing, home items, stickers, buttons, and more ranging from $9 to $110.

DEMI LOVATO'S FAVORITE BAND IS TURNSTILE: Demi Lovato spent time hanging out with their favorite band last week.  On Friday (Feb. 25th), the singer shared a photo on Instagram in which they wore wide leg jeans, a white t-shirt and a black bucket hat while posing next to the band, Turnstile.  They wrote, “My favorite band (Turnstile) & my favorite hat (apparently)”

 

The Weeknd Postpones Major Announcement Amid Russia's Invasion Of Ukraine

After a lengthy series of tweets hyping a major announcement scheduled for yesterday (Feb. 24), The Weeknd has now postponed his news.

He posted that it was because of the current world conflict. After Russia invaded Ukraine, The Weeknd said he is praying for everyone's safety.

It's not known what the announcement was going to be, but earlier this year, he mentioned that his most recent album, Dawn FM is part of a trilogy. So, a lot of fans seem to think a new album is on the way.

TL;DR:

  • The Weeknd has now postponed his major news.
  • After Russia invaded Ukraine, The Weeknd said he is praying for everyone's safety.
  • A lot of fans seem to think the announcement is about a new album.

Chainsmokers Drop New Video

The Chainsmokers have taken their single "High" and created a new video. It was shot at the top of New York City's observatory, Summit One Vanderbilt. The band performs the song with a stunning look at the city for a backdrop. The building is one of the 30 tallest buildings in the world.

The release of "High" marked the end of a two-year break for the band, launching a new musical era and kicking off the journey towards their upcoming fourth full-length album.

The track is already a Top 20 hit and has received over 45 million audio and video streams combined since its release last month.
TL;DR:

  • The Chainsmokers have taken their single "High" and created a new video.
  • It was shot at the top of New York City's observatory, Summit One Vanderbilt.
  • It's one of the top 30 tallest buildings in the world.

Kanye West Says He Ran Pete Davidson Off Of Instagram

Kanye West is clowning Pete Davidson after the SNL star deleted his Instagram after rejoining the social media platform. Ye posted a screenshot of Pete's IG page, along with the caption, "Ran Skete off the gram. Tell your mother I changed your name for life."

On Wednesday (February 23rd), Davidson deleted Instagram after linking to a YouTube video of fictional comic Rupert Pupkin reciting his quote, "Better to be king for a night than schmuck for a lifetime."

Lady Gaga To Present At The 2022 SAG Awards

Lady Gaga is set to present at this year's SAG Awards. She has also earned a nomination for her leading role in House of Gucci.

Cast members from the five nominated films will introduce their clips on The 28th Screen Actors Guild Awards which that takes place Sunday, Feb. 27th.

This year's event will be simulcast on TNT and TBS from Barker Hangar in Santa Monica. And for the first time, it will be available the following day on HBO Max.

Hamilton stars Lin-Manuel Miranda, Daveed Diggs, and Leslie Odom Jr. will open the ceremony.

TL;DR:

  • Lady Gaga is set to present at this year's SAG Awards.
  • She is also nominated for her leading role in House of Gucci.
  • It airs Sunday, Feb. 27th on TNT and TBS.

Normani Teases Sultry New Song

Normani is about to release new music and she's teasing about it online. The former Fifth Harmony member told her Twitter and TikTok followers to keep their eyes open in the coming days, because she has some important news to share. She even sang a few seconds of an unknown song. Fans guessed that it will be her new single.

Her next release will be the follow-up to her 2021 hit single "Wild Side," which featured Cardi B and became Normani's first #1 song.

TL;DR:

  • Normani told her Twitter and TikTok followers she has some important news to share. S
  • he even sang a few seconds of an unknown song.

Machine Gun Kelly To Executive Produce Video Game Soundtrack

Machine Gun Kelly is dipping into the wrestling world and has signed on to executive produce the soundtrack for the WWE 2K22 video game.

In addition, MGK will also be available as a playable character within the game itself.

A new promotional trailer dropped this week, where you see Kelly on screen producing. Other than his own music, artist on the soundtrack include Motorhead, The Weeknd, Turnstile, Asking Alexandria, and KennyHoopla.

Look for WWE 2K22 to be available to purchase on March 11.

TL;DR:

  • Machine Gun Kelly will executive produce the soundtrack for the WWE 2K22 video game.
  • He will also be available as a playable character within the game itself.
  • Look for WWE 2K22 to be available to purchase on March 11.

Lizzo Meets Melissa McCarthy At Adele Show

In an interview with Variety magazine, Lizzo talked about auditioning for the role of Ursula for Disney's live-action remake of The Little Mermaid.

She said she wanted to make Ursula a THOT, but ultimately the role was given to Melissa McCarthy.

The two had never met until recently, both were at the taping of Adele's CBS special when McCarthy introduced herself. The two seemed to have a good laugh when McCarthy said "Why the hell did I get the part?" Lizzo told her that she lost because her audition was "terrible." But did admit that her singing was "great."

Lizzo is soon to star in her own Amazon Prime reality television series called Watch Out For The Big Girls. It starts streaming March 25.

TL;DR:

  • She said she wanted to make Ursula a THOT, but ultimately, the role was given to Melissa McCarthy.
  • Lizzo's Amazon Prime reality television series called Watch Out For The Big Girls starts streaming March 25.