Barack Obama Unveils Summer Playlist: Combination of Expected (Kendrick, Beyonce) and Surprises (Wet Leg!)

Wet Leg have spoken about the “really cool” experience of seeing Harry Styles cover their single ‘Wet Dream’.The pop star recorded a live version of the song in May as part of a special Live Lounge session on BBC Radio 1. It came after Wet Leg – aka Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers – were announced as the support act for Styles’ 2023 Australian/New Zealand tour.During a new interview with Apple Music 1, Teasdale recalled first hearing the ‘Harry’s House’ star’s spin on the track when the duo were in a splitter van on the way to a live show.“We were just on our phones, doing a good scroll sesh, and then gradually, one by one, we were like, ‘Oh my God, have you seen this? Oh my God, this appeared on the internet, and it’s Harry Styles covering ‘Wet Dream”,” she remembered.“Hester always describes it as [being like] we were watching intergalactic television like on Rick and Morty.

Beyoncé has earned her fourth number one album this week with ‘RENAISSANCE‘ while The Cribs have entered the top 40 with reissues of their first three releases.Beyoncé’s ‘RENAISSANCE’ is her first number one album in six years and outsold its nearest competition by three to one, according to The Official Charts Company.Bey’s other number one albums include her debut album, ‘Dangerously in Love’ (2003), ‘4’ (2011)and ‘Lemonade’ (2016). As a member of Destiny’s Child, Beyoncé boasts another chart-topper with ‘Survivor’ reaching number one in 2001.‘RENAISSANCE’ also tops the Official Vinyl Albums Chart while lead single ‘Break My Soul’ becomes Beyoncé’s highest-charting solo hit on the UK Official Singles Chart in 14 years.Elsewhere in the charts, the reissues of The Cribs first three full-length albums all enter the top 40.

Beyoncé claims her fourth solo UK Number 1 album with RENAISSANCE this week, marking her first chart-topper in six years. 

Barack Obama has officially turned 61-years old, and his wife Michelle Obama just honored him in the sweetest way.MORE: Barack Obama shares his 2022 Summer playlist full of all the hitsShe took to Instagram very first thing in the morning to pay tribute to her husband of thirty years, with an unbelievable portrait of a young Barack.The former President, whose big 60th birthday party was canceled last year due to the pandemic, celebrated his special day by making the heartfelt announcement that the Water Garden at the Obama Presidential Center, which is in Chicago's South Side, will be named in honor of his mother, Ann Dunham.WATCH: The former President meets the QueenMORE: Malia Obama steps out in sporty look in LA following birthday celebrationsMichelle's celebratory post to her husband sees him leaning on a balcony sporting a multi-printed shirt looking beyond the camera in what seems to be a tropical destination.In her caption, she wrote: "Happy birthday to my honey! Life with you just keeps getting better every year."The attorney then endearingly added: "You always make me proud," before adding a sweet "I love you" and a gushing emoji.A post shared by Michelle Obama (@michelleobama)The heartwarming birthday postFans were quick to inundate the comments with celebratory messages to the father-of-two, writing: "Our forever President!" and: "Happy Birthday to my favorite President!!" as well as: "Happy birthday to the best President," plus: "Mr.

Michelle Obama's birthday message for Barack Obama was truly sweet as honey. The former first lady shared a tribute to her longtime husband on Thursday, commemorating his 61st birthday.«Happy birthday to my honey!» she wrote. «Life with you just keeps getting better every year.»The mother of two added, «You always make me proud.

Malia Obama knows how to practice self-care. The 24-year-old was spotted heading out to a spa day in Los Angeles last week, and she looked like the perfect mix of her dad Barack Obama and mom Michelle Obama. The former First Daughter looked effortlessly cool in a ribbed tank top, AMV Camp shorts, green socks, and New Balance trainers.Brad Pitt gives his opinion on Shiloh Jolie-Pitt’s viral dance movesAngelina Jolie reveals where daughter Zahara will attend collegeWho is Sasha Obama’s boyfriend, Clifton Powell Jr.?Unlike their parents, Malia and her little sister Sasha Obama do not have social media accounts available to the public.

Beyoncé’s chart RENAISSANCE continues in abundance today – as her seventh solo record sets its sights on becoming her fourth UK Number 1 album. 

NBA legend, Bill Russell. The 11-time NBA champion as a player, coach with the Boston Celtics and one of the most important figures in NBA history, died at the age of 88, his family announced Sunday, with his wife Jeannine by his side. His family announced the sad news in a statement shared to Twitter, where they reflected on Russell's lasting legacy and his accomplishments both on and off the court.«Bill’s two state championships in high school offered a glimmer of the incomparable run of pure team accomplishment to come: twice an NCAA champion; captain of a gold-medal-winning US Olympic team; 11 times an NBA champion; and at the helm for two NBA championships as the first black head coach of any North American professional sports team,» the statement read.

NBA legend, Bill Russell. The 11-time NBA champion as a player, coach with the Boston Celtics and one of the most important figures in NBA history, died at the age of 88, his family announced Sunday, with his wife Jeannine by his side. His family announced the sad news in a statement shared to Twitter, where they reflected on Russell's lasting legacy and his accomplishments both on and off the court.«Bill’s two state championships in high school offered a glimmer of the incomparable run of pure team accomplishment to come: twice an NCAA champion; captain of a gold-medal-winning US Olympic team; 11 times an NBA champion; and at the helm for two NBA championships as the first black head coach of any North American professional sports team,» the statement read.

the honour falls to the UK and we have the opportunity to celebrate Sam Ryder coming second in this year’s event. The Eurovision host city will be decided in the coming months with London, Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool and Sheffield joining Leeds in campaigning to be the competition’s venue. In order to be chosen to hold the competition, cities must demonstrate that they have a 10,000-seater venue and are located within close proximity to an international airport.

Barack Obama has unveiled his favorite songs of the summer! The former president is sharing his 2022 summer playlist, which includes new hits and old classics. Some of his highlights in Spanish include Rosalia’s ‘Saoko,’ and even ‘Ojitos Lindos’ by Bad Bunny & Bomba Estereo.

Bruce Springsteen joined Bleachers on stage in New York last night (July 26) to perform ‘Chinatown’ – check out the fan-shot footage below.The Boss teamed up with the Jack Antonoff-led band on the track in late 2020. That December, the two New Jersey acts recorded a stripped-back rendition of the song on the roof of Electric Lady Studios in New York City.During the latest show of their 2022 North American tour, Bleachers surprised the crowd at NYC’s Radio City Music Hall by inviting Springsteen to join them once again for ‘Chinatown’, per Spin.The live collaboration marked the first time band had played the cut in its fully-electric form with The Boss.

Barack Obama has taken to Instagram to share his 2022 summer playlist and it is safe to say he has an immaculate taste in music - perhaps thanks to the help of his daughters Malia and Sasha.MORE: Michelle Obama shares heartfelt message to daughter Malia on her birthdayBarack started the tradition six years where he would reveal the songs that he has had on repeat during the season, giving fans an inside to what he bops to in the heat, and also allowing them to take a listen before the summer comes to an end.The father of two has made annual lists of his favourite songs since his time in office ended in 2016. He also provides fans with a Summer reading list and then at the end of the annual he showcases a large list of tunes that he enjoyed year round. WATCH: The former President was full of praise about his meeting with Her Majesty He shared the list of 44 songs and captioned the post: “Every year, I get excited to share my summer playlist because I learn about so many new artists from your replies—it’s an example of how music really can bring us all together.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorThree weeks after postponing his “Wonder” world tour to focus on his mental health, Shawn Mendes announced on Wednesday that he’s canceling the tour altogether.“As you guys know, I had to postpone the past few weeks of shows since I wasn’t totally prepared for the toll that being back on the road would take on me,” he wrote in social media posts. “I started this tour excited to finally get back to playing live after a long break due to the pandemic, but the reality is I was not at all ready for how difficult touring would be after this time away.

nominated for the Mercury Prize and now they’ve discovered Barack Obama has been rocking out to their tunes. Y’know, just a casual week. The former president has a tradition of revealing what songs have been the soundtrack to his summer and this year, he featured stars like Beyonce (Break My Soul), Harry Styles (Music For A Sushi Restaurant), Nina Simone (Do I Move You?), and Bruce Springsteen (Dancing in the Dark).

Phoebe Bridgers‘ recent London show featured a surprise cameo from The 1975 frontman Matty Healy, who joined the singer-songwriter during her closer ‘I Know The End’.Bridgers performed at the O2 Academy Brixton last night (July 26), as part of her UK and European ‘Reunion Tour’. As is customary for Bridgers’ shows, her main set closer was the final song on her 2020 album ‘Punisher’, ‘I Know The End’.During the section of the song with prolonged screaming, support act Sloppy Jane returned to the stage to join in – accompanied by Healy, who was watching the show from side-stage.

Another summer, another playlist.

Barack Obama, is unveiling his annual «Summer Playlist.» Obama took to Twitter Tuesday, to share this year's compilation, featuring a diverse mix of artists and music.Obama's playlist features some of the summer's biggest hits, including Beyoncé's «Break My Soul,» Harry Styles' «Music For a Sushi Restaurant» and Bad Bunny's «Ojitos Lindos» featuring Bomba Estéreo. A few of the classics made the list as well, like, Bruce Springsteen's «Dancing in the Dark,» Prince's «Let's Go Crazy,» Miles Davis' «Blue in Green,» and more.It's no surprise Springsteen made the list, with Obama and «The Boss» co-hosting a podcast together last year, titled, , in which the pair discuss their friendship, race and racism and their enduring love for America.A longtime fan of Kendrick Lamar, Obama also included the track, «Die Hard,» from the rapper's new album, .«With so many folks getting together with family and friends, there's a lot to celebrate this summer,» Obama tweeted.

Barack Obama has diverse taste in music.