Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorThree songs from the posthumous 2010 Michael Jackson album “Michael,” which some fans have long insisted were not sung by the late artist, have been removed from streaming services.A statement from Jackson’s estate and Sony Music, which acquired the rights to unreleased material from the singer’s vaults in a blockbuster $250 million deal in 2010, says the songs were removed in an effort to “move beyond” the controversy but effectively maintains that the vocals were not faked: “Nothing should be read into this action concerning the authenticity of the tracks,” it emphasizes.“The Estate of Michael Jackson and Sony Music decided to remove the tracks ‘Breaking News,’ ‘Monster’ and ‘Keep Your Head Up,’ from the 2010 album ‘Michael’ as the simplest and best way to move beyond the conversation associated with these tracks once and for all,” the statement, issued Tuesday, reads. “The album’s remaining tracks remain available.
Jason Derulo Has the Best Father’s Day Recs for Gamer Dads
17.06.2022 - 00:03 / variety.com
Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. From sound engineers and screenwriters to celebrity makeup artists and stylists, Variety’s series “Ask an Insider” asks top professionals within the entertainment industry to share their must-have essentials, for work … and for play.
In this installment, singer-songwriter (and new dad) Jason Derulo shares some of his favorite tech and gaming gadgets to gift dad this Father’s Day.Like most people during the pandemic, Jason Derulo found himself confronted with an unusual amount of free time. The 32-year-old artist, used to constant travel and a jam-packed performance schedule, was forced to hunker down at home and find new hobbies to keep him busy.And busy, he became: He began experimenting on TikTok, eventually becoming the 12th-most followed artist on the platform with more than 52 million followers; he signed a deal with Atlantic Records, marking a new phase in his career; he started a podcast; released a graphic novel; and launched a Vodka line.
And last May, amid the craze, he became a father after welcoming a baby boy names Jason King into the world. “You always hear people say, ‘You don’t know love until you have kids,’ and now, I agree, now I understand those people that can basically show you every picture that they’ve ever taken of their kid — like, damn,” he tells Variety with a laugh.
“But now I know, I understand and I get it. He came in and changed my life.”This Sunday will be the second Father’s Day that Derulo will be celebrating as a new dad.
He says his son will be visiting him in Denmark, where he’s playing a couple of shows. But in honor of the special
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Jena Frumes is speaking out in response to a nasty comment she received on Instagram.
Jena Frumes Claims Jason Derulo Cheated on Her in Fiery Clapback
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Jason Derulo’s Ex Jena Frumes Claims Singer ‘Constantly’ Cheated!
Jason Derulo‘s ex-girlfriend Jena Frumes won’t stand for anyone blaming her for the demise of their relationship!
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Ketanji Brown Jackson Sworn in as First Black Woman on the Supreme Court
Jordan Moreau Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson was sworn in to the Supreme Court on Thursday, making history as the first Black woman to serve as a Justice. But the historic moment comes at a fraught time for the Court and the United States, as many Americans are still furious and reeling after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v.
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American Black Film Festival Names 2022 Best of Fest Award Winners
Angelique Jackson The American Black Film Festival has announced this year’s Best of ABFF award winners, with “Our Father, the Devil” and “Feel Like Ghosts” among the top honorees.After two years of virtual programing, ABFF returned to Miami Beach for its 26th edition, with live events held June 15-19. The 2022 winners were announced by Emmy nominee Dondré Whitfield, who hosted the ceremony on the final day of ABFF’s in-person program, with a virtual presentation of the event now available to view on its custom-designed online platform, ABFF PLAY, where the festival continues until June 30.The Best of ABFF Awards includes winners in the official film selection categories — narrative and documentary features, web series and the 25th HBO Short Film Award Showcase, decided by a jury led by Michael Quigley, Warner Bros.
If Black Culture Drives Pop Culture, Where Are the Black Senior Music Executives? (Guest Column)
Tiffany Red Tiffany Red is a Grammy-winning songwriter and songwriter advocate who has written hits for Jennifer Hudson, Fantasia, Jason Derulo and Zendaya, among others. She is founder and executive director of the 100 Percenters, a 501 c3 organization with the stated goal of advocating “for all music creatives with a focus on BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) and marginalized creatives.” She has spoken at length about the challenges faced by songwriters; this is her second Juneteenth essay for Variety.I think we can all agree that black culture drives pop culture.
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Fans savagely call to 'keep James Corden away from Eurovison' as he announces return to UK
Eurovision fans are pleading with the BBC to keep James Corden ‘away’ from the song contest should it be held in the UK. On Friday, we learned the 2023 Eurovision could be held in the UK, as Vladimir Putin continues his devastating invasion of winners Ukraine. While there is no definite yet, the BBC have confirmed they are considering the request to host the competition, which in 2022 saw Sam Ryder clinch the UK’s best result in years.
Emma Roberts Says Son Rhodes Was ‘Best Spot’ of Her Day While Filming ‘Abandoned,’ Talks Playing a Mom for 1st Time
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Hugh Jackman tests positive for COVID second time, one day after the Tony Awards
Tony Awards. Jackman, who has been starring in Meredith Wilson’s “The Music Man” on Broadway, announced that he tested positive on Instagram Monday and said standby actor Max Clayton will step into the role of Harold Hill in his place. “I wanted you guys to hear it from me first that unfortunately, this morning I have frustratingly tested positive for COVID again, so my incredible standby Max Clayton is going to go on for me,” he said in a video statement.The 53-year-old actor and his Broadway co-star Sutton Foster performed a number from “The Music Man” at the Tony Awards Sunday.