More than a year after the death of David Crosby, the music he made with Stephen Stills and Graham Nash will be saluted in a tribute concert at New York’s Carnegie Hall this spring.
Set for May 13, the show — simply titled “The Music of Crosby, Stills and Nash” — will present interpretations of both group and solo songs by an eclectic lineup, including genre-fluid singer Yola; classic rock visionary Todd Rundgren; singer-songwriters Shawn Colvin, Rickie Lee Jones, and Aoife O’Donovan; indie rockers Iron & Wine and Real Estate; and jam-rock vanguard Grace Potter.
Set for May 13, the show — simply titled “The Music of Crosby, Stills and Nash” — will present interpretations of both group and solo songs by an eclectic lineup, including genre-fluid singer Yola; classic rock visionary Todd Rundgren; singer-songwriters Shawn Colvin, Rickie Lee Jones, and Aoife O’Donovan; indie rockers Iron & Wine and Real Estate; and jam-rock vanguard Grace Potter.
- 3/14/2024
- by David Browne
- Rollingstone.com
Elvis Presley‘s “Hound Dog” is one of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll‘s biggest songs. He still got sick of it. Priscilla Presley gave fans insight into Elvis’ state of mind after they divorced. She also revealed how Elvis’ mother’s death changed his view of life.
Elvis Presley didn’t want to be singing ‘Hound Dog’ when he was 40
In her 1985 book Elvis and Me, Priscilla reflected on the state of her ex-husband’s career following their divorce in 1973, when Elvis was 38. “His movie career was at a standstill, and he focused on Vegas appearances and touring. Elvis had trouble seeing himself ‘a forty-year-old man still shaking to ‘Hound Dog,”” she wrote. “He had other ambitions. He once talked of producing, even directing, but he never took steps to pursue either.”
For context, Elvis acted in a film for the last time in 1969, when he played a physician in Change of Habit.
Elvis Presley didn’t want to be singing ‘Hound Dog’ when he was 40
In her 1985 book Elvis and Me, Priscilla reflected on the state of her ex-husband’s career following their divorce in 1973, when Elvis was 38. “His movie career was at a standstill, and he focused on Vegas appearances and touring. Elvis had trouble seeing himself ‘a forty-year-old man still shaking to ‘Hound Dog,”” she wrote. “He had other ambitions. He once talked of producing, even directing, but he never took steps to pursue either.”
For context, Elvis acted in a film for the last time in 1969, when he played a physician in Change of Habit.
- 2/1/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium may be the crown jewel of Tennessee music venues, but no live-music space goes as deep as the Caverns in Pelham, just southeast of town. Literally an underground performance venue, the natural cave will host the 13th season of The Caverns Sessions, a live-music PBS series, next year.
The 2024 lineup includes subterranean sets by rootsy soul singer Yola, hardscrabble country band 49 Winchester, and the multilayered Elizabeth Cook. Bluegrass ace Dan Tyminski and his band are also on the bill, along with fellow bluegrasser Lindsay Lou, and...
The 2024 lineup includes subterranean sets by rootsy soul singer Yola, hardscrabble country band 49 Winchester, and the multilayered Elizabeth Cook. Bluegrass ace Dan Tyminski and his band are also on the bill, along with fellow bluegrasser Lindsay Lou, and...
- 11/3/2023
- by Joseph Hudak
- Rollingstone.com
The sinking of the SS Andrea Doria remains one of the most infamous shipwrecks of the 20th century and, somehow, it collided with the career of Elvis Presley. One of the survivors of the disaster co-wrote Elvis’ “Hound Dog” and other hit songs. During an interview, the songwriter said he received major news about the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll after surviving the shipwreck and making it back to land.
The writer of Elvis Presley’s ‘Hound Dog’ went on an infamous boat after getting paid
Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller were one of the most influential songwriting duos from the 1950s. They are probably most known for writing Elvis songs such as “Bossa Nova Baby,” “Love Me,” and “Hound Dog.” They also wrote tunes for The Coasters, The Drifters, and Ben E. King.
During a 2020 interview with Elvis Australia, Stoller discussed why he was on the SS Andrea Doria.
The writer of Elvis Presley’s ‘Hound Dog’ went on an infamous boat after getting paid
Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller were one of the most influential songwriting duos from the 1950s. They are probably most known for writing Elvis songs such as “Bossa Nova Baby,” “Love Me,” and “Hound Dog.” They also wrote tunes for The Coasters, The Drifters, and Ben E. King.
During a 2020 interview with Elvis Australia, Stoller discussed why he was on the SS Andrea Doria.
- 9/13/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Range Media Partners on Tuesday announced its formation of a music publishing division headed up by industry vet Casey Robison.
Robison is just the latest to come aboard at the ever-expanding management and production company, which recently tapped William Lowery and Shawn McSpadden to help broaden the reach of label Range Music from Nashville.
He comes to Range from Hipgnosis Songs Group, where he served as Executive Vice President, A&r. Robison’s time there followed his work to cement 2020 Hipgnosis’ acquisition of Big Deal Music Group, the indie music publisher where he served as Co-President and Partner, building and overseeing the pop division, while solidifying joint ventures with Ricky Reed’s Nice Life Music and Julian Bunetta & John Ryan’s Big Family Music.
In a statement shared with Deadline on Monday, Range Media Partners co-founder and Range Music founding partner Matt Graham noted that “Casey and the team believe...
Robison is just the latest to come aboard at the ever-expanding management and production company, which recently tapped William Lowery and Shawn McSpadden to help broaden the reach of label Range Music from Nashville.
He comes to Range from Hipgnosis Songs Group, where he served as Executive Vice President, A&r. Robison’s time there followed his work to cement 2020 Hipgnosis’ acquisition of Big Deal Music Group, the indie music publisher where he served as Co-President and Partner, building and overseeing the pop division, while solidifying joint ventures with Ricky Reed’s Nice Life Music and Julian Bunetta & John Ryan’s Big Family Music.
In a statement shared with Deadline on Monday, Range Media Partners co-founder and Range Music founding partner Matt Graham noted that “Casey and the team believe...
- 9/12/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Range Media Partners on Wednesday announced its hiring of William Lowery and Shawn McSpadden, a pair of Nashville-based music industry veterans who will help it broaden the reach of label Range Music while continuing to work out of the Tennessee capital.
Lowery will serve as SVP of Partnerships and Business Development, focusing on business development ventures and content opportunities, with McSpadden to help grow the company’s already robust music division, talent roster and shared services department as Range Nashville’s first Managing Partner.
“I have known Will for years and we were always circling similar ideas. I am thrilled to have him join our team at Range to help identify IP and talent that can plug into our wider business opportunities and content plays,” said Matt Graham, who co-founded Range Media Partners and is a founding partner at Range Music. “Shawn is a newer relationship, but I knew immediately...
Lowery will serve as SVP of Partnerships and Business Development, focusing on business development ventures and content opportunities, with McSpadden to help grow the company’s already robust music division, talent roster and shared services department as Range Nashville’s first Managing Partner.
“I have known Will for years and we were always circling similar ideas. I am thrilled to have him join our team at Range to help identify IP and talent that can plug into our wider business opportunities and content plays,” said Matt Graham, who co-founded Range Media Partners and is a founding partner at Range Music. “Shawn is a newer relationship, but I knew immediately...
- 8/30/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
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The same writer was behind Elvis Presley’s “All Shook Up” and “Don’t Be Cruel,” which sound similar. He also co-wrote “Return to Sender,” which is more distinct. “Don’t Be Cruel” held a chart record for decades.
The same songwriter co-wrote Elvis Presley‘s “All Shook Up,” “Don’t Be Cruel,” and “Return to Sender.” In addition, that songwriter penned classic tunes for Jerry Lee Lewis and Peggy Lee. Subsequently, the writer was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Otis Blackwell wrote Elvis Presley’s ‘All Shook Up,’ ‘Don’t Be Cruel,’ and ‘Return to Sender’
Otis Blackwell was one of the most notable songwriters of the 1950s and early 1960s. He wrote tunes such as Jerry Lee Lewis’ “Great Balls of Fire,” Peggy Lee’s “Fever,” and “Nine Times Out of Ten” by Cliff Richard. However, he is most known for writing Elvis’ tunes “All Shook Up,...
The same writer was behind Elvis Presley’s “All Shook Up” and “Don’t Be Cruel,” which sound similar. He also co-wrote “Return to Sender,” which is more distinct. “Don’t Be Cruel” held a chart record for decades.
The same songwriter co-wrote Elvis Presley‘s “All Shook Up,” “Don’t Be Cruel,” and “Return to Sender.” In addition, that songwriter penned classic tunes for Jerry Lee Lewis and Peggy Lee. Subsequently, the writer was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Otis Blackwell wrote Elvis Presley’s ‘All Shook Up,’ ‘Don’t Be Cruel,’ and ‘Return to Sender’
Otis Blackwell was one of the most notable songwriters of the 1950s and early 1960s. He wrote tunes such as Jerry Lee Lewis’ “Great Balls of Fire,” Peggy Lee’s “Fever,” and “Nine Times Out of Ten” by Cliff Richard. However, he is most known for writing Elvis’ tunes “All Shook Up,...
- 8/17/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Classic rock fans are always interested to learn where their favorite musicians found the inspiration to make their own music. After all, art of all kinds is cyclical, with each subsequent generation absorbing and learning from what came before. So it’s fascinating to consider the legacy of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, who inspired Jimi Hendrix — considered one of the best guitarists of all time — to pursue music.
Sister Rosetta Tharpe inspired many early rock and roll stars, including Jimi Hendrix
Among his influences, Hendrix counted Sister Rosetta Tharpe. Widely considered the “Godmother of Rock and Roll,” Tharpe gained mainstream attention in the 1930s and 1940s with her gospel music. In particular, her music attracted attention for incorporating electric guitar. Her signature blend of spiritual and secular techniques set Tharpe apart from her peers.
From childhood and into her adult life, Tharpe devoted her life to music. She released her first album,...
Sister Rosetta Tharpe inspired many early rock and roll stars, including Jimi Hendrix
Among his influences, Hendrix counted Sister Rosetta Tharpe. Widely considered the “Godmother of Rock and Roll,” Tharpe gained mainstream attention in the 1930s and 1940s with her gospel music. In particular, her music attracted attention for incorporating electric guitar. Her signature blend of spiritual and secular techniques set Tharpe apart from her peers.
From childhood and into her adult life, Tharpe devoted her life to music. She released her first album,...
- 4/13/2023
- by Robert Yaniz Jr.
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Welcome to Global Breakouts, Deadline’s fortnightly strand in which we shine a spotlight on the TV shows and films killing it in their local territories. The industry is as globalized as it’s ever been, but breakout hits are appearing in pockets of the world all the time and it can be hard to keep track… So we’re going to do the hard work for you.
This week we’re headed to South Africa, where psychological thriller drama Dam has captured eyeballs through its mix of mystery, social commentary and supernatural elements. The second season dropped earlier this year and is one of streamer Showmax’s top series. With nods to Ire Levin-era dramas like Rosemary’s Baby and The Boys From Brazil, Dam is part of a growing roster of South African TV series and films making a mark across the African continent and beyond.
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This week we’re headed to South Africa, where psychological thriller drama Dam has captured eyeballs through its mix of mystery, social commentary and supernatural elements. The second season dropped earlier this year and is one of streamer Showmax’s top series. With nods to Ire Levin-era dramas like Rosemary’s Baby and The Boys From Brazil, Dam is part of a growing roster of South African TV series and films making a mark across the African continent and beyond.
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- 4/4/2023
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Maren Morris and a number of mostly-Nashville stars, including Paramore’s Hayley Williams, Yola, Sheryl Crow and Jason Isbell, performed at the “Love Rising” concert alongside Tennessee drag artists earlier this week to protest the state’s anti-drag and anti-trans legislation.
The concert was organized in response to Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee (R) signing a law banning drag performances on public property. Supporters of the legislation say that drag performances expose children to inappropriate sexual imagery while detractors argue that the law discriminates against the LGBTQ community and violates First Amendment laws.
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“I introduced my son to some drag queens today. So, Tennessee, f—ing arrest me,” Morris said to the crowd. “He’s growing up here as a Nashvillian, and I just want to leave this world for him a little bit better than the one we’re in right now.
The concert was organized in response to Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee (R) signing a law banning drag performances on public property. Supporters of the legislation say that drag performances expose children to inappropriate sexual imagery while detractors argue that the law discriminates against the LGBTQ community and violates First Amendment laws.
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“I introduced my son to some drag queens today. So, Tennessee, f—ing arrest me,” Morris said to the crowd. “He’s growing up here as a Nashvillian, and I just want to leave this world for him a little bit better than the one we’re in right now.
- 3/25/2023
- by Alex Nguyen
- Uinterview
Maren Morris and Sheryl Crow are among several artists who are set to participate in Love Rising, an upcoming benefit concert in Nashville to support Tennessee-based LGBTQ organizations amid anti-lgbtq bills that have been passed in the state.
“Art & community are, and have always been, oppression’s medicine,” Morris wrote on Instagram on Tuesday, with the concert poster. “Let’s show these politicians that they do not speak for all of Tennessee. Love will prevail.”
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“Art & community are, and have always been, oppression’s medicine,” Morris wrote on Instagram on Tuesday, with the concert poster. “Let’s show these politicians that they do not speak for all of Tennessee. Love will prevail.”
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- 3/10/2023
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
For fans who got shut out buying tickets to Zach Bryan’s in-demand Burn, Burn, Burn Tour, they now have the chance to catch him headlining one of the South’s most chill festivals. The “Something in the Orange” singer-songwriter, on-again/off-again Twitter user, and sworn foe of Ticketmaster will headline the final night of the 2023 Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival.
Set for Sept. 23 and 24 at its regular home of the Park at Harlinsdale Farm in Franklin, Tennessee, just south of Nashville, Pilgrimage 2023 will feature Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night...
Set for Sept. 23 and 24 at its regular home of the Park at Harlinsdale Farm in Franklin, Tennessee, just south of Nashville, Pilgrimage 2023 will feature Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night...
- 3/8/2023
- by Joseph Hudak
- Rollingstone.com
In light of Tennessee’s anti-drag legislation, Allison Russell and Jason Isbell have organized Love Rising, a concert benefitting local LGBTQ organizations set for March 20th at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena.
Love Rising will also feature performances from Hayley Williams, Sheryl Crow, Maren Morris, Hozier, Brittany Howard, Brothers Osborne, Amanda Shires, Julien Baker, Joy Oladokun, Yola, Jake Wesley Rogers, and Mya Byrne, with more artists to be announced.
The concert benefits the Tennessee Equality Project, inclusion tennessee, OUTMemphis, and The Tennessee Pride Chamber. Additionally, The Looking Out Foundation will double any donations it receives up to $100,000.
Love Rising comes after Tennessee passed Senate Bill 3 and House Bill 9, two pieces of legislation that ban drag performances from taking place on public property, as well as in any location where minors could be present. The bills stem from the belief that drag shows are somehow dangerous to young people, an extension of transphobic and homophobic ideology.
Love Rising will also feature performances from Hayley Williams, Sheryl Crow, Maren Morris, Hozier, Brittany Howard, Brothers Osborne, Amanda Shires, Julien Baker, Joy Oladokun, Yola, Jake Wesley Rogers, and Mya Byrne, with more artists to be announced.
The concert benefits the Tennessee Equality Project, inclusion tennessee, OUTMemphis, and The Tennessee Pride Chamber. Additionally, The Looking Out Foundation will double any donations it receives up to $100,000.
Love Rising comes after Tennessee passed Senate Bill 3 and House Bill 9, two pieces of legislation that ban drag performances from taking place on public property, as well as in any location where minors could be present. The bills stem from the belief that drag shows are somehow dangerous to young people, an extension of transphobic and homophobic ideology.
- 3/8/2023
- by Carys Anderson
- Consequence - Music
Jason Isbell, Maren Morris, Sheryl Crow, Paramore’s Hayley Williams, and Allison Russell are among the artists set to perform at a Nashville benefit concert for several organizations that serve the LGBTQ+ community. “Love Rising Tennessee,” held in partnership with the Looking Out Foundation, will take place March 20 at Bridgestone Arena.
Organized by Isbell and Russell, the all-star concert includes Hozier, Brittany Howard, Brothers Osborne, Amanda Shires, Julien Baker, Joy Oladokun, Yola, Jake Wesley Rogers, Mya Byrne, and the Rainbow Coalition Band. Additional performers will be announced soon.
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Organized by Isbell and Russell, the all-star concert includes Hozier, Brittany Howard, Brothers Osborne, Amanda Shires, Julien Baker, Joy Oladokun, Yola, Jake Wesley Rogers, Mya Byrne, and the Rainbow Coalition Band. Additional performers will be announced soon.
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- 3/7/2023
- by Jon Freeman
- Rollingstone.com
Baz Luhrmann’s latest project “Elvis” marks his glamorous return to filmmaking, almost a decade after his last feature film, “The Great Gatsby,” was released in 2013.
Luhrmann’s portrayal of The King will tell the musician’s story with the backdrop of a powerful soundtrack — including Austin Butler singing as Elvis — with other star singers covering The King’s discography from Kacey Musgraves to Eminem and Ceelo Green. Black musicians like Little Richard, Sister Rosetta Tharpe and B.B. King played a major role in influencing Elvis’ development as a singer.
Whether it be fans of Elvis, Butler or Luhrmann (or all three), many may be wondering how to watch “Elvis,” so we’ve gathered all the details below.
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Luhrmann’s portrayal of The King will tell the musician’s story with the backdrop of a powerful soundtrack — including Austin Butler singing as Elvis — with other star singers covering The King’s discography from Kacey Musgraves to Eminem and Ceelo Green. Black musicians like Little Richard, Sister Rosetta Tharpe and B.B. King played a major role in influencing Elvis’ development as a singer.
Whether it be fans of Elvis, Butler or Luhrmann (or all three), many may be wondering how to watch “Elvis,” so we’ve gathered all the details below.
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- 3/4/2023
- by Dessi Gomez
- The Wrap
Angela Bassett took home a pair of major honors at the 54th Annual NAACP Image Awards on Saturday night during a ceremony from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium that was telecast live on BET, earning three total: for Entertainer of the Year, film supporting actress for “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” and (prior to the live show) lead actress in a TV drama for Fox’s “9-1-1.” She shared top billing with Will Smith, who won his first major award since his infamous slap incident involving Chris Rock at last year’s Oscars: lead film actor for “Emancipation.”
Egot champ Viola Davis – snubbed this year at the Academy Awards – snared lead actress in a film for “The Woman King,” while “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever was feted as Outstanding Motion Picture and Tenoch Huerta Mejia earned the film supporting actor prize for his role in “Black Panther.” Jalyn Hall won the Breakthrough...
Egot champ Viola Davis – snubbed this year at the Academy Awards – snared lead actress in a film for “The Woman King,” while “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever was feted as Outstanding Motion Picture and Tenoch Huerta Mejia earned the film supporting actor prize for his role in “Black Panther.” Jalyn Hall won the Breakthrough...
- 2/26/2023
- by Ray Richmond
- Gold Derby
The 54th NAACP Image Awards did the thing! After its regular week-long, non-televised celebrations, the annual awards ceremony concluded with its main ceremony on Saturday night.
Hosted by Grammy, Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actress and producer Queen Latifah, Saturday’s ceremony included Janelle Monae, Taye Diggs, Kerry Washington, Jonathan Majors, Zendaya and more presenting awards to their peers, while also highlighting the accomplishments of political leaders and activists.
Jennifer Hudson, Quinta Brunson, Keke Palmer and more scored wins during the pre-awards festivities, while Saturday’s ceremony saw Angela Bassett, Viola Davis, Will Smith and more honoured for their artistic contributions.
Read More: 2023 NAACP Image Awards Nominations: See the Full List
This year’s Activist of the Year Award was presented to Dr. Derrick Lee Foward, president of the Dayton Unit of the NAACP and a vice president of the Ohio NAACP, and the Youth Activist of the Year Award honoured to Bradley Ross Jackson,...
Hosted by Grammy, Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actress and producer Queen Latifah, Saturday’s ceremony included Janelle Monae, Taye Diggs, Kerry Washington, Jonathan Majors, Zendaya and more presenting awards to their peers, while also highlighting the accomplishments of political leaders and activists.
Jennifer Hudson, Quinta Brunson, Keke Palmer and more scored wins during the pre-awards festivities, while Saturday’s ceremony saw Angela Bassett, Viola Davis, Will Smith and more honoured for their artistic contributions.
Read More: 2023 NAACP Image Awards Nominations: See the Full List
This year’s Activist of the Year Award was presented to Dr. Derrick Lee Foward, president of the Dayton Unit of the NAACP and a vice president of the Ohio NAACP, and the Youth Activist of the Year Award honoured to Bradley Ross Jackson,...
- 2/26/2023
- by Melissa Romualdi
- ET Canada
The 2023 NAACP Image Awards winners list is full of big names, including Beyoncé, Angela Bassett, and the cast of "Abbott Elementary." The annual award show announced this year's pool of nominees on Jan. 12, recognizing talent, creativity, and trailblazers across film, television, music, streaming, podcasts, literature, and social justice. "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" led the pack with a whopping 12 nominations, snagging wins for the dynamic cast, soundtrack, and Rihanna's original end-credits song, "Lift Me Up," as well as wins for filmmaker Ryan Coogler, costume designer Ruth Carter, and hairstylist Camille Friend.
Trailing behind the Marvel blockbuster was Gina Prince-Bythewood's film "The Woman King" and "Abbott Elementary" leading the TV race; both projects earned nine nominations each. Other notable individuals among the winners list include Beyoncé, Keke Palmer, Quinta Brunson, Viola Davis, Nia Long, Will Smith, Chris Brown, Jennifer Hudson, Tems, Silk Sonic, Kid Cudi, Quavo, and Offset.
This year,...
Trailing behind the Marvel blockbuster was Gina Prince-Bythewood's film "The Woman King" and "Abbott Elementary" leading the TV race; both projects earned nine nominations each. Other notable individuals among the winners list include Beyoncé, Keke Palmer, Quinta Brunson, Viola Davis, Nia Long, Will Smith, Chris Brown, Jennifer Hudson, Tems, Silk Sonic, Kid Cudi, Quavo, and Offset.
This year,...
- 2/26/2023
- by Njera Perkins
- Popsugar.com
The 54th NAACP Image Awards, which aired on CBS from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium Saturday night, has wrapped. Queen Latifah hosted the proceedings, which honored the best in Black entertainment for the proceeding year. Inclusive awards that they are, the Image Awards often give a hat-tip to performers of color who aren’t Black, though: Tenoch Huerta Mejía won Best Supporting Actor for “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” which also won Outstanding Motion Picture.
That film received another big award in the form of Best Supporting Actress for Angela Bassett, who is by far now the frontrunner for the Academy Award. It was one of two awards of the night for Bassett, as she also won Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series for her role in “9-1-1.”
Among other notable winners, Will Smith won Best Actor for his role in “Emancipation.” And “P-Valley” won Outstanding Drama Series, along with Nico...
That film received another big award in the form of Best Supporting Actress for Angela Bassett, who is by far now the frontrunner for the Academy Award. It was one of two awards of the night for Bassett, as she also won Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series for her role in “9-1-1.”
Among other notable winners, Will Smith won Best Actor for his role in “Emancipation.” And “P-Valley” won Outstanding Drama Series, along with Nico...
- 2/26/2023
- by Christian Blauvelt
- Indiewire
The 2023 NAACP Image Awards continued their week–long celebration Friday with a non-televised dinner where winners in a number of categories were honored.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and Abbott Elementary were among the top winners from night five, with each project winning three awards. The Best Man: The Final Chapters and P-Valley each won two awards.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever leads this year’s NAACP Image Awards nominees with 12 nods, with Abbott Elementary landing nine nominations. P-Valley was nominated for six awards.
During the dinner at the L.A. Live Event Deck hosted by actress Bresha Webb, the Activist of the Year Award was presented to civil rights advocate Dr. Derrick Lee Foward, president of the NAACP’s Dayton, Ohio unit and vice president of the Ohio NAACP. The dinner also recognized the Youth Activist of the Year: Bloomington-Normal NAACP Youth Council president Bradley Ross Jackson, who helped organize a...
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and Abbott Elementary were among the top winners from night five, with each project winning three awards. The Best Man: The Final Chapters and P-Valley each won two awards.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever leads this year’s NAACP Image Awards nominees with 12 nods, with Abbott Elementary landing nine nominations. P-Valley was nominated for six awards.
During the dinner at the L.A. Live Event Deck hosted by actress Bresha Webb, the Activist of the Year Award was presented to civil rights advocate Dr. Derrick Lee Foward, president of the NAACP’s Dayton, Ohio unit and vice president of the Ohio NAACP. The dinner also recognized the Youth Activist of the Year: Bloomington-Normal NAACP Youth Council president Bradley Ross Jackson, who helped organize a...
- 2/25/2023
- by Hilary Lewis
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Baz Luhrmann's remixed version of the life and times of Elvis Presley feels like the exuberant director's version of a comic book movie (an opinion /Film's Rafael Motamayor agreed with in his review). "Elvis" has garnered a whopping eight Oscar nominations this year and the jam-packed soundtrack was also Grammy nominated for Best Compilation Soundtrack. Featuring songs from Tame Impala, Eminem, Kacey Musgraves, Yola, and Elvis Presley himself, one of the most surprising additions to the soundtrack comes from an obscure song choice from Stevie Nicks. The whimsical cover "Cotton Candy Land" appears in the opening scene, setting the stage for Luhrmann's dreamlike biography.
"Cotton Candy Land" was recorded by Presley for the 1963 musical "It Happened At the World's Fair" (not to be confused with the found footage horror film "We're All Going to the World's Fair"). The song was never released as a single, allowing for the classic...
"Cotton Candy Land" was recorded by Presley for the 1963 musical "It Happened At the World's Fair" (not to be confused with the found footage horror film "We're All Going to the World's Fair"). The song was never released as a single, allowing for the classic...
- 2/7/2023
- by Drew Tinnin
- Slash Film
The 2022 film "Elvis" continues to receive accolades, having recently been nominated for eight Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor for star Austin Butler. The story of Elvis Presley was directed and co-written by Baz Luhrmann, focusing on the life of the iconic performer, of course, and his nefarious manager Colonel Tom Parker, played by Tom Hanks. But there are so many moments where actors with smaller parts shine. Olivia DeJonge is a standout as Priscilla Presley, despite not having a ton of screen time. Yola's work as Sister Rosetta Tharpe made me want to pause and rewind fairly consistently.
The fact that performers with only a small amount of screentime stood out so much wasn't an accident, according to a discussion Luhrmann had with the film's composer, Elliott Wheeler, on a Warner Bros. Pictures YouTube video called "Baz Luhrmann's Elvis: The Story of the Score." During the chat,...
The fact that performers with only a small amount of screentime stood out so much wasn't an accident, according to a discussion Luhrmann had with the film's composer, Elliott Wheeler, on a Warner Bros. Pictures YouTube video called "Baz Luhrmann's Elvis: The Story of the Score." During the chat,...
- 2/6/2023
- by Jenna Busch
- Slash Film
Renaissance and Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers have earned Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar some big nominations in the NAACP Image Awards’ music categories this year. On Thursday, the organization announced the nominees for this year’s awards show, and Bey and K-Dot lead with five nods each.
Following closely behind are Chris Brown and Tems with four nods, and Drake, who has three.
Mr. Morale and Renaissance are up against Chris Brown’s Breezy, Pj Morton’s Watch the Sun, and Ari Lennox’s age/sex/location for the Outstanding Album category.
Following closely behind are Chris Brown and Tems with four nods, and Drake, who has three.
Mr. Morale and Renaissance are up against Chris Brown’s Breezy, Pj Morton’s Watch the Sun, and Ari Lennox’s age/sex/location for the Outstanding Album category.
- 1/12/2023
- by Tomás Mier
- Rollingstone.com
The 54th NAACP Image Awards is ready to dole out shiny new trophies to honor the trove of outstanding achievements and performances of people of color across television, music, streaming, podcasts, literature and film, and the promotion of social justice through their creative endeavors.
This year’s annual show will be the first with an in-person audience since the show was hosted in February 2020, also at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium. It’s also the first to include three new categories within the motion picture, television + streaming categories — Outstanding Hairstyling, Outstanding Make-Up and Outstanding Costume Design.
“Throughout the past year, we’ve witnessed Black artists showcasing our history and uplifting values of progressive change, while redefining genres and bringing our stories to the forefront of entertainment in so many innovative ways,” Derrick Johnson, president and CEO of the NAACP, said in a statement. “Black voices are necessary to continually inspire audiences around the world.
This year’s annual show will be the first with an in-person audience since the show was hosted in February 2020, also at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium. It’s also the first to include three new categories within the motion picture, television + streaming categories — Outstanding Hairstyling, Outstanding Make-Up and Outstanding Costume Design.
“Throughout the past year, we’ve witnessed Black artists showcasing our history and uplifting values of progressive change, while redefining genres and bringing our stories to the forefront of entertainment in so many innovative ways,” Derrick Johnson, president and CEO of the NAACP, said in a statement. “Black voices are necessary to continually inspire audiences around the world.
- 1/12/2023
- by Alex Nino Gheciu
- ET Canada
The NAACP today revealed the nominees for its 54th annual NAACP Image Awards, with Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and The Woman King leading the film side and Abbott Elementary and the now-ended Black-ish topping TV.
The group also set up an all-female race for its Entertainer of the Year award. The five-way tussle for that marquee category will be among Angela Bassett, Mary J. Blige, Quinta Brunson, Viola Davis and Zendaya.
The hardware will be handed out during the February 25 ceremony that will air live on BET.
The Black Panther sequel scored 12 noms to lead the pack, with The Woman King second at 10. Abbott Elementary, fresh off its Golden Globe triumph, scored nine nominations to Black-ish‘;’s seven. ABC topped all networks/distributors with 28 noms.
“This year’s nominees have conveyed a wide range of authentic stories and diverse experiences that have resonated with many in our community, and we...
The group also set up an all-female race for its Entertainer of the Year award. The five-way tussle for that marquee category will be among Angela Bassett, Mary J. Blige, Quinta Brunson, Viola Davis and Zendaya.
The hardware will be handed out during the February 25 ceremony that will air live on BET.
The Black Panther sequel scored 12 noms to lead the pack, with The Woman King second at 10. Abbott Elementary, fresh off its Golden Globe triumph, scored nine nominations to Black-ish‘;’s seven. ABC topped all networks/distributors with 28 noms.
“This year’s nominees have conveyed a wide range of authentic stories and diverse experiences that have resonated with many in our community, and we...
- 1/12/2023
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
The 2023 NAACP Image Awards nominees have been revealed.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and The Woman King were among the leading film nominees with 12 and nine nominations, respectively. Black Panther star Angela Bassett and Woman King star Viola Davis were each nominated for the NAACP Images Awards’ top prize of entertainer of the year.
Other films that scored multiple nominations include Till, which landed six nods, and Emancipation, with five nods.
ABC’s Abbott Elementary received the most nominations in the TV and streaming categories with nine nods. Star Quinta Brunson is also up for entertainer of the year.
Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar scored the most nominations in the music recording categories with five each.
“This year’s nominees have conveyed a wide range of authentic stories and diverse experiences that have resonated with many in our community, and we’re proud to recognize their outstanding achievements and performances,” said NAACP...
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and The Woman King were among the leading film nominees with 12 and nine nominations, respectively. Black Panther star Angela Bassett and Woman King star Viola Davis were each nominated for the NAACP Images Awards’ top prize of entertainer of the year.
Other films that scored multiple nominations include Till, which landed six nods, and Emancipation, with five nods.
ABC’s Abbott Elementary received the most nominations in the TV and streaming categories with nine nods. Star Quinta Brunson is also up for entertainer of the year.
Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar scored the most nominations in the music recording categories with five each.
“This year’s nominees have conveyed a wide range of authentic stories and diverse experiences that have resonated with many in our community, and we’re proud to recognize their outstanding achievements and performances,” said NAACP...
- 1/12/2023
- by Hilary Lewis
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Austin Butler never planned to play Elvis Presley in a movie. The "Elvis" star hadn't even been told he resembled the late Rock 'n' Roll singer until a month before he learned about director Baz Luhrmann's ambitious film - a dramatic never-before-told Presley story (which premiered on June 24) starring an ensemble cast comprised of Tom Hanks, Olivia Dejonge, Kelvin Harrison Jr. Alton Mason, and Yola. However, as fate would have it, a series of chance events eventually helped Butler land the role of a lifetime - one that landed him his first-ever Golden Globe win.
"The bizarre thing was I never had anybody say, 'You look like Elvis, you should play Elvis,' or any of that."
"It was fate," Butler previously told Popsugar. "The bizarre thing was I never had anybody say, 'You look like Elvis, you should play Elvis,' or any of that. Then [there were] two moments...
"The bizarre thing was I never had anybody say, 'You look like Elvis, you should play Elvis,' or any of that."
"It was fate," Butler previously told Popsugar. "The bizarre thing was I never had anybody say, 'You look like Elvis, you should play Elvis,' or any of that. Then [there were] two moments...
- 1/11/2023
- by Njera Perkins
- Popsugar.com
It was a glamorous night at the 2022 American Music Awards on Sunday (November 20) as the biggest stars in music gathered at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Wayne Brady hosted the 50th Annual edition of the AMAs, which aired live on ABC. In an evening of electric performances and heartfelt acceptance speeches, Taylor Swift won all six of her nominations, including Artist of the Year, while Lionel Richie was honored with the Icon Award. The night also saw a number of memorable performances from the likes of Pink, Stevie Wonder, Charlie Puth, Yola, Annita, Ari Lennox, Melissa Etheridge, Carrie Underwood, Lil Baby, and many more. Here are some of the biggest moments from the ceremony. Dove Cameron Makes AMAs Debut Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for dcp Schmigadoon! star Dove Cameron took to the AMAs stage for the first time, performing her hit song “Boyfriend.” Earlier in the evening, she picked...
- 11/21/2022
- TV Insider
Lionel Richie received one of the most prestigious honors at the 2022 American Music Awards: the icon award. Every year, the noble honor is handed out to artists whose "body of work has marked a global influence over the music industry," according to an AMAs press release. Considering that Richie collecting the award now makes him the only artist in American Music Awards history to be featured on the stage every decade since its 1974 inception, it sure seems he deserves the accolade.
The icon award makes 18 AMAs wins for Richie, and he couldn't be more grateful. "I'm immensely grateful for a career that has taken me to places I never imagined that I'd go, from arenas worldwide to studio sets to the Ama stage," he said in a press release. "I can recall one of the first times I got to perform at the AMAs. It was to sing 'We Are...
The icon award makes 18 AMAs wins for Richie, and he couldn't be more grateful. "I'm immensely grateful for a career that has taken me to places I never imagined that I'd go, from arenas worldwide to studio sets to the Ama stage," he said in a press release. "I can recall one of the first times I got to perform at the AMAs. It was to sing 'We Are...
- 11/21/2022
- by Noelle Devoe
- Popsugar.com
The 2022 American Music Awards were handed out live on ABC on Sunday night, November 20, during an 8:00pm ceremony hosted by Wayne Brady, with some categories announced earlier in the day at 11:00am Pacific/2:00pm Eastern via livestream on Twitter and Discord. Scroll down for the complete list of winners.
Similar to the Billboard Music Awards, the Ama nominees were based on fan interactions with music like record sales, streaming performance, and radio airplay. But winners were chosen by fans voting online. Bad Bunny came into these awards with a leading eight nominations, followed by Beyonce, Drake and Taylor Swift with six each. Right behind them with five nominations were Adele, Harry Styles and The Weeknd.
Slated for the prime time telecast were performances by Anitta, Ari Lennox, Bebe Rexha, Carrie Underwood, Charlie Puth, Dove Cameron, GloRilla, Imagine Dragons, Jid, Lil Baby, Pink, Stevie Wonder, Yola, and House DJ D-Nice.
Similar to the Billboard Music Awards, the Ama nominees were based on fan interactions with music like record sales, streaming performance, and radio airplay. But winners were chosen by fans voting online. Bad Bunny came into these awards with a leading eight nominations, followed by Beyonce, Drake and Taylor Swift with six each. Right behind them with five nominations were Adele, Harry Styles and The Weeknd.
Slated for the prime time telecast were performances by Anitta, Ari Lennox, Bebe Rexha, Carrie Underwood, Charlie Puth, Dove Cameron, GloRilla, Imagine Dragons, Jid, Lil Baby, Pink, Stevie Wonder, Yola, and House DJ D-Nice.
- 11/21/2022
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
Schmigadoon!‘s own Dove Cameron took the American Music Awards stage for the first time on Sunday, treating viewers to a debut performance of her hit song “Boyfriend.”
Cameron earned her first American Music Award nomination this year for New Artist of the Year, a category she won earlier in the broadcast.
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“Every award that I ever win will always first and foremost be dedicated...
Cameron earned her first American Music Award nomination this year for New Artist of the Year, a category she won earlier in the broadcast.
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“Every award that I ever win will always first and foremost be dedicated...
- 11/21/2022
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
Pink showed her hopeless devotion to the late, great Olivia Newton-John with a special performance at the 2022 American Music Awards on Sunday.
After opening the ceremony with the high-energy debut of her new single “Never Gonna Not Dance Again,” Pink returned to the AMAs stage later in the broadcast for a tribute to Newton-John, who died in August at the age of 73.
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After opening the ceremony with the high-energy debut of her new single “Never Gonna Not Dance Again,” Pink returned to the AMAs stage later in the broadcast for a tribute to Newton-John, who died in August at the age of 73.
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- 11/21/2022
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
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Taylor Swift swept the 2022 American Music Awards Sunday night, winning all six awards for which she was nominated including the top prize of artist of the year.
Three of her awards came for her work on her re-recorded Red (Taylor’s Version), including the 10-minute short film music video of “All Too Well,” starring Sadie Sink and Dylan O’Brien.
During her favorite pop album acceptance speech, Swift said she “never expected or assumed” her re-recorded albums would mean anything to fans, as she recalled and thanked those who helped her spend “hours and hours in the studio, meticulously re-creating” Red. She thanked the artists who joined her for the re-recorded version of her 2012 album, her “All Too Well” video stars and “I Bet You Think About Me” director Blake Lively and co-star Miles Teller.
Swift later returned to the stage to accept the...
Taylor Swift swept the 2022 American Music Awards Sunday night, winning all six awards for which she was nominated including the top prize of artist of the year.
Three of her awards came for her work on her re-recorded Red (Taylor’s Version), including the 10-minute short film music video of “All Too Well,” starring Sadie Sink and Dylan O’Brien.
During her favorite pop album acceptance speech, Swift said she “never expected or assumed” her re-recorded albums would mean anything to fans, as she recalled and thanked those who helped her spend “hours and hours in the studio, meticulously re-creating” Red. She thanked the artists who joined her for the re-recorded version of her 2012 album, her “All Too Well” video stars and “I Bet You Think About Me” director Blake Lively and co-star Miles Teller.
Swift later returned to the stage to accept the...
- 11/21/2022
- by Hilary Lewis
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The 50th American Music Awards are almost here, and the fan-voted prizes will face fierce competition. TV personality Wayne Brady will host the live show with performances from Carrie Underwood, Yola, Anitta, David Guetta, bebe Rexha, Imagine Dragons and more. P!nk will also dedicate a performance to the late Olivia Newton-John.
Bad Bunny leads the nominees with eight total nods including the Artist of the Year, Favorite Touring Artist, Favorite Male Pop Artist and Favorite Male Latin Artist categories. Beyoncé follows close behind with six Ama nominations for Artist of the Year, Favorite Female Pop and R&b Artist, Favorite R&b Song and Favorite Pop and R&b Album. She, Taylor Swift and Drake — both of whom have also been nominated for Artist of the Year — have all tied in their six nods. Harry Styles, The Weeknd and Adele also trail closely behind with five nominations each, completing...
Bad Bunny leads the nominees with eight total nods including the Artist of the Year, Favorite Touring Artist, Favorite Male Pop Artist and Favorite Male Latin Artist categories. Beyoncé follows close behind with six Ama nominations for Artist of the Year, Favorite Female Pop and R&b Artist, Favorite R&b Song and Favorite Pop and R&b Album. She, Taylor Swift and Drake — both of whom have also been nominated for Artist of the Year — have all tied in their six nods. Harry Styles, The Weeknd and Adele also trail closely behind with five nominations each, completing...
- 11/21/2022
- by Dessi Gomez
- The Wrap
Pink is remembering Olivia Newton-John by covering her greatest hits.
The Hollywood Reporter writes that the singer is set to perform a the 2022 American Music Awards with a special performance dedicated to the late 10-time American Music Award-winner.
She died last year in August after a year-long battle with breast cancer.
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Pink was previously announced as a musical performer for the show to promote her new music including “Never Gonna Not Dance Again”, but she will take the stage after that performance for her tribute.
Other performers announced for the night include Stevie Wonder who will be joined by Charlie Puth and Ari Lennox for a performance honouring Icon Award recipient Lionel Richie. The trio will perform some of the singer’s greatest hits.
David Guetta and Bebe Rexha will also hit the...
The Hollywood Reporter writes that the singer is set to perform a the 2022 American Music Awards with a special performance dedicated to the late 10-time American Music Award-winner.
She died last year in August after a year-long battle with breast cancer.
Read More: Pink Accepts ‘Shut Up And Sing’ Challenge Following Backlash From Haters, Teases ‘Heated’ New Song
Pink was previously announced as a musical performer for the show to promote her new music including “Never Gonna Not Dance Again”, but she will take the stage after that performance for her tribute.
Other performers announced for the night include Stevie Wonder who will be joined by Charlie Puth and Ari Lennox for a performance honouring Icon Award recipient Lionel Richie. The trio will perform some of the singer’s greatest hits.
David Guetta and Bebe Rexha will also hit the...
- 11/14/2022
- by Anita Tai
- ET Canada
The 2022 American Music Awards will feature a tribute to 17-time Ama winner Lionel Richie, and P!nk will honor 10-time Ama winner Olivia Newton-John with a special performance of one of Newton-John’s most popular songs. Olivia Newton-John passed away on August 8, 2022 after a lengthy battle with breast cancer.
Two-time Ama winner Stevie Wonder and two-time Ama nominee Charlie Puth will perform a medley of Richie’s songs. Singer/songwriter Ari Lennox will also take part in the tribute to this year’s Icon Award recipient.
Additional just-announced performers include Anitta, David Guetta, Dove Cameron, GloRilla, and Lil Baby. Carrie Underwood, Imagine Dragons, J.I.D, Yola, and house DJ D-Nice were previously confirmed to take the stage during the 50th anniversary of the American Music Awards.
GloRilla will make her AMAs performance debut just days after the release of her new EP, Anyways, Life’s Great…. Ama winner David...
Two-time Ama winner Stevie Wonder and two-time Ama nominee Charlie Puth will perform a medley of Richie’s songs. Singer/songwriter Ari Lennox will also take part in the tribute to this year’s Icon Award recipient.
Additional just-announced performers include Anitta, David Guetta, Dove Cameron, GloRilla, and Lil Baby. Carrie Underwood, Imagine Dragons, J.I.D, Yola, and house DJ D-Nice were previously confirmed to take the stage during the 50th anniversary of the American Music Awards.
GloRilla will make her AMAs performance debut just days after the release of her new EP, Anyways, Life’s Great…. Ama winner David...
- 11/14/2022
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
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Pink will hit the stage at the 2022 American Music Awards to pay tribute to the late singer-actress Olivia Newton-John.
Pink, who had previously been announced as a performer at the Nov. 20 show, will take the stage for a second time with a performance dedicated to the life and career of 10-time Ama winner Newton-John. Newton-John died in August after a yearslong battle with breast cancer.
In addition, a slew of other performers were revealed Monday. Stevie Wonder will be joined by Charlie Puth and Ari Lennox for a tribute to Lionel Richie, previously announced as this year’s Icon Award recipient. They will sing a medley of Richie’s hit songs.
David Guetta and Bebe Rexha will make their U.S. television performance debut of their hit “I’m Good (Blue).”
A trio of artists will make their debuts on the Ama stage:...
Pink will hit the stage at the 2022 American Music Awards to pay tribute to the late singer-actress Olivia Newton-John.
Pink, who had previously been announced as a performer at the Nov. 20 show, will take the stage for a second time with a performance dedicated to the life and career of 10-time Ama winner Newton-John. Newton-John died in August after a yearslong battle with breast cancer.
In addition, a slew of other performers were revealed Monday. Stevie Wonder will be joined by Charlie Puth and Ari Lennox for a tribute to Lionel Richie, previously announced as this year’s Icon Award recipient. They will sing a medley of Richie’s hit songs.
David Guetta and Bebe Rexha will make their U.S. television performance debut of their hit “I’m Good (Blue).”
A trio of artists will make their debuts on the Ama stage:...
- 11/14/2022
- by Kimberly Nordyke
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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On the heels of being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Lionel Richie has been tapped to receive the Icon Award at the 2022 American Music Awards.
Richie, who was inducted into the Hall of Fame on Saturday Night, will be honored with the award at the Nov. 20 Ama ceremony. Dick Clark Productions and ABC said this honor will give Richie — a 17-time Ama winner — the distinction of being “the only artist in history to be featured on the AMAs stage in every decade since the show’s inception.’
The Icon Award recognizes “an artist whose body of work has marked a global influence over the music industry.” As part of the honor, Richie will take the stage to accept the award and look back on his catalog of hit songs and Ama achievements over the years.
“I’m immensely grateful...
On the heels of being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Lionel Richie has been tapped to receive the Icon Award at the 2022 American Music Awards.
Richie, who was inducted into the Hall of Fame on Saturday Night, will be honored with the award at the Nov. 20 Ama ceremony. Dick Clark Productions and ABC said this honor will give Richie — a 17-time Ama winner — the distinction of being “the only artist in history to be featured on the AMAs stage in every decade since the show’s inception.’
The Icon Award recognizes “an artist whose body of work has marked a global influence over the music industry.” As part of the honor, Richie will take the stage to accept the award and look back on his catalog of hit songs and Ama achievements over the years.
“I’m immensely grateful...
- 11/7/2022
- by Kimberly Nordyke
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Imagine Dragons and P!nk are among the first batch of performers set to take the stage during the 2022 American Music Awards. Carrie Underwood, J.I.D, Tems, Wizkid, and Yola have also been confirmed to perform on this year’s awards show hosted by Wayne Brady.
The 2022 American Music Awards will take place at L.A. Live on Sunday, November 20th and will air live beginning at 8pm Et/Pt (tape-delayed on the West Coast). D-Nice has been tapped to handle DJ duties throughout the broadcast.
ABC released the following details on the Ama performers:
● Eight-time Ama nominee P!Nk will perform her brand-new single, “Never Gonna Not Dance Again.” Set to be released on Nov. 4, the world premiere TV performance will give fans an exciting preview of her new music!
● Country superstar, 17-time Ama winner and all-time Favorite Country Album record-holder Carrie Underwood will perform her hit track...
The 2022 American Music Awards will take place at L.A. Live on Sunday, November 20th and will air live beginning at 8pm Et/Pt (tape-delayed on the West Coast). D-Nice has been tapped to handle DJ duties throughout the broadcast.
ABC released the following details on the Ama performers:
● Eight-time Ama nominee P!Nk will perform her brand-new single, “Never Gonna Not Dance Again.” Set to be released on Nov. 4, the world premiere TV performance will give fans an exciting preview of her new music!
● Country superstar, 17-time Ama winner and all-time Favorite Country Album record-holder Carrie Underwood will perform her hit track...
- 10/31/2022
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
The first time that brothers Alejandro and Estevan Gutiérrez sat down to play guitar together, something just clicked. The two had been living in different places when Alejandro invited Estevan to visit him in Zurich.
“We were just hanging out in my apartment and we just played together,” Alejandro says, on a Zoom with his brother from a Berlin hotel room. “It happened right then in that moment. I remember my flatmate came into the room. He was hearing what we were playing, like, ‘Who is that? Who is that band?...
“We were just hanging out in my apartment and we just played together,” Alejandro says, on a Zoom with his brother from a Berlin hotel room. “It happened right then in that moment. I remember my flatmate came into the room. He was hearing what we were playing, like, ‘Who is that? Who is that band?...
- 10/28/2022
- by Jon Freeman
- Rollingstone.com
This past July, 39 people died, and thousands were left homeless after record floods descended upon communities in eastern Kentucky. On Oct. 11, Chris Stapleton, Dwight Yoakam, and Tyler Childers — all of them natives of the Bluegrass State — will come together for a benefit concert to aid victims, their families, and first responders.
Dubbed “Kentucky Rising,” the concert will be held in Lexington, Kentucky, at Rupp Arena, with 100 percent of net proceeds going to the “Kentucky Rising Fund,” which, according to a release, will “strategically support both immediate needs and long-term recovery projects.
Dubbed “Kentucky Rising,” the concert will be held in Lexington, Kentucky, at Rupp Arena, with 100 percent of net proceeds going to the “Kentucky Rising Fund,” which, according to a release, will “strategically support both immediate needs and long-term recovery projects.
- 9/12/2022
- by Joseph Hudak
- Rollingstone.com
Baz Luhrmann’s “Elvis” is now streaming on HBO Max, complete with a star-studded cast, glittery and glamorous sets and a flamboyant soundtrack to match. Austin Butler, who stars as the King of Rock and Roll, sang quite a few Elvis songs himself (mixed with the vocals of The King himself).
But as is customary with a Baz Luhrmann film, the songs in “Elvis” aren’t exactly straightforward. The soundtrack features a number of contemporary artists incorporating various Elvis songs into new work, such as like Swae Lee and Dilpo sampling “That’s All Right” for their new song “Tupelo Shuffle” and CeeLo Green and Eminem using the opening of “Jailhouse Rock” in their “The King and I.” Kacey Musgraves lays her velvety voice over “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” and Stevie Nicks and Chris Isaak sing “Cotton Candy Land.” Still other artists like Doja Cat came up with songs like “Vegas,...
But as is customary with a Baz Luhrmann film, the songs in “Elvis” aren’t exactly straightforward. The soundtrack features a number of contemporary artists incorporating various Elvis songs into new work, such as like Swae Lee and Dilpo sampling “That’s All Right” for their new song “Tupelo Shuffle” and CeeLo Green and Eminem using the opening of “Jailhouse Rock” in their “The King and I.” Kacey Musgraves lays her velvety voice over “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” and Stevie Nicks and Chris Isaak sing “Cotton Candy Land.” Still other artists like Doja Cat came up with songs like “Vegas,...
- 9/4/2022
- by Dessi Gomez
- The Wrap
Chris Isaak and Indigo Girls will soon have their work recognized with Lifetime Achievement honors from the Americana Music Association. The “Wicked Game” singer-songwriter and the folk duo will be honored along with Fairfield Four, Don Williams, and Al Bell at the 2022 Americana Honors and Awards ceremony in Nashville on Sept. 14.
Isaak will be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award for Performance, thanks to his radio hits, numerous film and TV appearances, and unflagging rockabilly cool. Indigo Girls Amy Ray and Emily Saliers will get the Spirit of Americana Award,...
Isaak will be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award for Performance, thanks to his radio hits, numerous film and TV appearances, and unflagging rockabilly cool. Indigo Girls Amy Ray and Emily Saliers will get the Spirit of Americana Award,...
- 8/23/2022
- by Jon Freeman
- Rollingstone.com
In the wise words of Cyndi Lauper, “Girls just wanna have fun.” Right, Brandi Carlile? The Americana star announced that she’s taking an all-female lineup led by Maren Morris, Sara Bareilles, and Wynonna on her fourth annual Girls Just Wanna Weekend in Mexico next January.
“We asked you what artists you wanted to see on the Girls Just Wanna Weekend stage and we listened!” Carlile wrote on Instagram. “This will be the party to beat all parties. Ladies Of The 80’s brings on the apocalypse! See you in the hot tub misfits,...
“We asked you what artists you wanted to see on the Girls Just Wanna Weekend stage and we listened!” Carlile wrote on Instagram. “This will be the party to beat all parties. Ladies Of The 80’s brings on the apocalypse! See you in the hot tub misfits,...
- 7/13/2022
- by Tomás Mier
- Rollingstone.com
No discussion of Baz Luhrmann’s films – and his maximalist, hyper-sensory style – is complete without mentioning their equally more-is-more approach to music. With the help of his longtime music supervisor Anton Monsted (who started out as his assistant on 1996’s “Romeo + Juliet”), the Australian director has become synonymous with era-defying, genre-compounding pop soundtracks that infuse his films’ historical settings with contemporary sensibilities.
That trademark first emerged in the 90’s-grunge soundtrack of “Romeo + Juliet” and eventually evolved into the mash-up mania of this year’s “Elvis.” Like “The Great Gatsby” and “Moulin Rouge!” before it, the box office hit blends the King’s classic tunes with reimagined and original songs by some of today’s biggest artists.
In honor of Luhrmann’s latest, TheWrap presents a ranking of his films by soundtrack. (Note: “Australia” and “Strictly Ballroom” do not have long enough soundtracks to merit inclusion.)
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That trademark first emerged in the 90’s-grunge soundtrack of “Romeo + Juliet” and eventually evolved into the mash-up mania of this year’s “Elvis.” Like “The Great Gatsby” and “Moulin Rouge!” before it, the box office hit blends the King’s classic tunes with reimagined and original songs by some of today’s biggest artists.
In honor of Luhrmann’s latest, TheWrap presents a ranking of his films by soundtrack. (Note: “Australia” and “Strictly Ballroom” do not have long enough soundtracks to merit inclusion.)
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- 7/1/2022
- by Dessi Gomez, Harper Lambert, Natalie Oganesyan, Charna Flam and Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
Renowned music producer Dave Cobb was working on a film job where he recreated the music of one singing icon — Tammy Faye Bakker — when he got the assignment to do the same for an even more significant vocalist, high a bar as that may have been: Elvis Presley. Truly, both figured into his youth, growing up as a Pentecostal kid in the Southeast. But even if one were to consider these singers on the same plane, “Elvis” would require quite a lot more out of him than “The Eyes of Tammy Faye,” as workloads go, due to the sheer amount of Presley catalog being recreated. Ultimately, he wound up working on 80 different tracks for the Baz Luhrmann film.
He admits he was intimidated by the task, although probably not as much as a producer whose parents hadn’t constantly played Elvis records from the time of his birth might have been.
He admits he was intimidated by the task, although probably not as much as a producer whose parents hadn’t constantly played Elvis records from the time of his birth might have been.
- 7/1/2022
- by Chris Willman
- Variety Film + TV
Baz Luhrmann’s box-office-topping new movie Elvis does manage to show the powerhouse singer Big Mama Thornton (played by Shonka Dukureh) performing “Hound Dog,” a song she recorded in 1952, four years before Elvis Presley. But it leaves out two very significant players: songwriters Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, who wrote “Hound Dog” as teenagers for Thornton, and went on to write “Jailhouse Rock,” “You’re So Square (I Don’t Care),” “Trouble,” and other hits for Presley himself.
Leiber died in 2011, but Stoller is thriving at age 89 — and he tells...
Leiber died in 2011, but Stoller is thriving at age 89 — and he tells...
- 6/30/2022
- by Brian Hiatt
- Rollingstone.com
It wasn’t until 2018 that Sister Rosetta Tharpe was inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, acting as a much-needed if inadequate corrective of sorts to the lack of recognition the industry has given Black women. But we still have a long way to go. Yola — who recently played the queer gospel legend in Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis — sat down with Rolling Stone to discuss Tharpe’s legacy.
“We have to give Black America their flowers for being the home of another foundational genre of American and contemporary music,...
“We have to give Black America their flowers for being the home of another foundational genre of American and contemporary music,...
- 6/27/2022
- by Delisa Shannon
- Rollingstone.com
Elvis Review — Elvis (2022) Film Review, a movie directed by Baz Luhrmann, written by Baz Luhrmann, Sam Bromell and Craig Pearce and starring Tom Hanks, Austin Butler, Oliva DeJonge, Helen Thomson, Richard Roxburgh, Kelvin Harrison Jr., David Wenham, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Luke Bracey, Dacre Montgomery, Leon Ford, Gary Clark Jr., Yola, Natasha Bassett, Xavier [...]
Continue reading: Film Review: Elvis (2022): Baz Luhrmann Brings a Legend Back to Life in a Terrific, Moving Film...
Continue reading: Film Review: Elvis (2022): Baz Luhrmann Brings a Legend Back to Life in a Terrific, Moving Film...
- 6/25/2022
- by Thomas Duffy
- Film-Book
Tame Impala have dropped a psych-rock reimagining of Elvis Presley’s 1970 track “Edge of Reality,” which features vocals from the group’s frontman Kevin Parker. The song appears on the soundtrack to Baz Luhrmann’s new film, Elvis.
Elvis (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) features numerous contributions from contemporary artists, including the previously-released Kacey Musgraves’ “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” Doja Cat’s “Vegas”, and Eminem and CeeLo Green’s “The King and I.” Jack White, Swae Lee, Diplo, Stevie Nicks, Chris Isaak, and Yola also have songs on the...
Elvis (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) features numerous contributions from contemporary artists, including the previously-released Kacey Musgraves’ “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” Doja Cat’s “Vegas”, and Eminem and CeeLo Green’s “The King and I.” Jack White, Swae Lee, Diplo, Stevie Nicks, Chris Isaak, and Yola also have songs on the...
- 6/24/2022
- by Emily Zemler
- Rollingstone.com
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