Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic It makes her happy, in case you were wondering — this Rock & Roll Hall of Fame honor that was announced Thursday for Sheryl Crow, making her part of the class of 2023 that is set for induction this November in New York. The singer-songwriter says she is pleased to be going in alongside her old pal Willie Nelson, with whom she just sang for his 90th birthday party at the Hollywood Bowl, along with fellow female powerhouses of contemporary music like Kate Bush (who she grew up on) and Missy Elliott (whose production skills she particularly admires). Never mind those who rode into the hall before her: A scan of the plaques on the walls in Cleveland may read like a discography of people Crow has already sung with over the last three decades.
DJ Felix Hall steps down from NTS and removed from line-ups after sending death threats and anti-Palestinian abuse
13.04.2023 - 21:15 / nme.com
Mixmag reports, multiple DJs have spoken out about their alleged abusive experiences with Hall, who is the son of the late Terry Hall of The Specials.On Tuesday (April 11), New York-based artist Rainstick (real name Anthony Lowe) shared a statement on Instagram in which he accused Hall of sending “completely unprovoked, violent zionist messages, including vile death threats against my family”.“I learned that he also menaced at least two other people – female musicians of colour – with zionist messages, and that this may be a pattern of anti-Palestinian behaviour,” Lowe continued.In a statement obtained by Mixmag, Lowe said: “I have never before had a personal issue with Felix Hall. The issue is the bigotry, racism and violence he has displayed (and then tried to hide), and the greater dangers they represent.”Several other artists have since come forward to detail their experiences with Hall, including North African DJ Marwa Belhaj Youssef.
Taking to Instagram, she posted a screenshot of an Israel flag emoji she had received in a message from Hall two days before Lowe’s statement.Youssef told Mixmag that she’d “never had a conversation with Hall” prior to receiving the message, and was “totally shocked” at him contacting her in such a manner. “He is a danger for this scene which should be a safe space for all of us,” she explained.Four years later I’m finally speaking up about my experiences with Felix Hall pic.twitter.com/IRgpL4g9Wq— MACHETE / 777
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Ed Sheeran copyright trial kept him from grandmother’s funeral: ‘So upset’
threaten to be “done” with music if he’s found liable, a disillusioned Ed Sheeran’s much-publicized copyright infringement trial is also taking a toll on his personal life.The trial — in which Sheeran is facing a lawsuit for allegedly ripping off Marvin Gaye’s classic “Let’s Get It On” — forced the four-time Grammy winner to miss his beloved grandmother’s funeral in Ireland on Wednesday.“I am very sad that our son Edward is unable to be here today,” Sheeran’s father John said in a eulogy for his 98-year-old mother, Anne “Nancy” Sheeran. “He’s so upset that he cannot be present — he has to be thousands of miles away in a court in America defending his integrity.
Greg Lauritano Launches Below-The-Line Management Company, Adrenaline
EXCLUSIVE: Producer Greg Lauritano has today announced the launch of Adrenaline, a new below-the-line and alternative media management company that will rep clients for film, television, commercials, music videos and alternative media.
Serena Williams and Karlie Kloss are pregnant! Stars both announce baby news at Met Gala
As the stars turned out in force for 2023's Met Gala in New York – many wearing wedding dresses – two chose the glitzy event to announce their pregnancies.Tennis star Serena Williams, 41, debuted her baby bump on the cream carpet, telling Vogue magazine: “There’s three of us here. I’m good, I’m really good now.
Kristen Doute, Tayshia Adams, Jill Zarin and More Reality Stars to Compete on Amazon Freevee’s New Series ’The GOAT’
Reality television stars from Bravo, ABC, CBS, TLC and more are set to compete on Amazon Freevee’s upcoming series The GOAT.
JPEGMAFIA and Danny Brown announce 2023 ‘Scaring The Hoes’ tour
JPEGMAFIA and Danny Brown have announced they will be going on a North American tour this summer in support of their joint album ‘Scaring The Hoes’.The run of dates is due to begin in Nashville, Tennessee on July 25. From there, the two rappers will embark on a 20-city stint throughout the US.
Harry Belafonte Dead at 96: Singer and Civil Rights Activist’s Cause of Death Revealed
Harry Belafonte died on Tuesday, April 25. He was 96.
‘Pump Rules’ Star Ariana Madix Says She’s ‘Never Felt Hotter’ in New Revenge Looks After Tom Sandoval Split
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Ariana Madix’s New Man Daniel Wai Promises to ‘Take Care’ of Her After Tom Sandoval Drama: ‘Will Do!’
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Netflix Readies ‘Rana Naidu’ Season 2 In India Push; BBC Expands ‘The 1% Club’; ‘Star Academy’ Opens In Israel; Podcaster Joins Australian Directors’ Guild — Global Briefs
Netflix Orders Season 2 Of ‘Rana Naidu’
Fox News Ignores Dominion, Mentions Goose Rescue and Biden Taxes on Website After Settlement
on the network’s official website there wasn’t a single mention of the settlement. As of this writing, readers instead are being treated to stories about Joe Biden’s taxes, Tucker Carlson’s interview with Elon Musk, Ray Romano’s heart surgery, and yes, that story about a goose rescue.Former Illinois congressman and now CNN Senior Political Commentator Adam Kinzinger was among those pointing out the omission on Twitter.“Just looked at Fox News, no mention of the settlement on their website,” Kinzinger wrote.Just looked at Foxnews, no mention of the settlement on their website.
Ariana Madix Packs on the PDA With Daniel Wai at LAX After Kissing and Holding Hands at Coachella
Bring on the PDA! Ariana Madix was spotted giving Daniel Wai a goodbye smooch at LAX following their cozy outing at Coachella over the weekend.
Andrew Lloyd Webber details tragic final moments with late son Nick, 43, before his death
New York Times just before the final Broadway show of Phantom of the Opera - and naturally, the "bereft" father dedicated it to his son. Saying that he felt "wrong in my bones" to be discussing Broadway days after his son's death, he lamented: "Nothing's worse for a parent than the death of a child. "He began his essay with the words: "An apple a day, if well aimed, keeps the doctor away.
Ariana Madix Seen Making Out With Personal Trainer At Coachella Following Tom Sandoval And Raquel Leviss Cheating Scandal
Ariana Madix has moved on after her split from her cheating ex Tom Sandoval.
Ari Aster’s Surreal Odyssey ‘Beau Is Afraid’ Lands A24’s Best Limited Opening Since ‘Uncut Gems’ – Specialty Box Office
Beau Is Afraid posted the top per-screen average of the year so far and the best limited opening for distributor A24 since Uncut Gems, grossing an estimated $320,396 at four locations in New York and LA for a hefty per-screen average of $80K+ in sold-out shows on both coasts. (Uncut Gems with Adam Sandler had a $105k PSA on five screens in 2019 — a limited-opening record at the time.)
‘Vanderpump Rules’s’ Scheana Shay sizzles at Coachella despite Raquel Leviss’ restraining order against her
"Vanderpump Rules" star Scheana Shay was spotted at one of the hottest music festivals under the sun, Coachella, regardless of a restraining order against her. Shay appeared to not have a care in the world as she flaunted her toned physique in a two-piece white bikini ensemble. She donned a fishnet skirt and her bikini top had tassels, while she wore matching white platform heels.
Anthony Michael Hall turns 55: Brat Pack members then and now
Anthony Michael Hall, star of "Weird Science" and "Halloween Kills," turned 55 on Friday. Hall rose to fame as a member of the infamous Brat Pack, a group of young actors who frequently appeared in movies together throughout the 1980s, including "St.
Jerry Hall reportedly banned from giving ‘Succession’ writers ideas in Rupert Murdoch divorce settlement
Succession as part of her divorce settlement from Rupert Murdoch.The HBO series, which stars Brian Cox as Logan Roy, is partially inspired by the Murdoch family, along with other media mogul families like the Redstones and Mercers. “The amazing thing about this stuff is that it’s everywhere,” show creator Jesse Armstrong told The New York Times in 2019.“Sumner Redstone’s family. The Mercers.
Howie Mandel Addresses Lala Kent’s ‘Criticism’ Over His Interview With Tom Sandoval: I ‘Never Felt This Kind of Vitriol’
Defending his approach. Howie Mandel had no regrets about his conversation with Tom Sandoval about infidelity — and he doesn’t care what critics like Lala Kent think.
Andy Cohen Gave Tom Schwartz PR Advice After That Disastrous WWHL Appearance!
Where should Tom Schwartz send the bill?!