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Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor Adam Blackstone is riding a career high. For years he has been the musical mastermind behind live shows for Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys, Maroon 5 and Eminem. This weekend, he picked up an Emmy Award for outstanding music direction for his work on “The Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show Starring Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, 50 Cent.” And just last week, he kicked off a residency, “The Legacy Experience,” at new Los Angeles music venue the Sun Rose. Blackstone never really saw himself as a frontman until COVID made him stop and think about his legacy. “People trust me to curate,” he says. “I saw a couple of my friends pass away during COVID, and I had heard someone say, ‘I don’t want to die with a laptop full of ideas.’”

Eurovision runner-up Sam Ryder has announced that his debut album, There’s Nothing But Space, Man!, will be released this autumn.The British singer rose to fame after he came second behind Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, giving the UK its best result in more than 20 years.He achieved the success with his uplifting pop song Space Man and the track features on the new album, which is due to be released on November 18.‘This year for myself and our team has been one filled with so many blessings, opportunities and dreams coming to fruition,’ reflected Sam.‘To create a body of work throughout this time representing aspects of our journey feels like the highest honour and a beautiful way to redirect the flow of energy back to the people who are making this whirlwind possible – you.’He added: ‘Biggest thank yous, and I hope you enjoy it!’The 14-track offering will also include his single Somebody and his collaboration with David Guetta and Sigala, Living Without You.The singer has also announced a string of tour dates for 2023 which will see him play across the UK, including shows in London, Manchester, Belfast, Cardiff and Glasgow.When the world went into lockdown in March 2020, the Essex native began uploading covers to TikTok and caught the attention of global stars including Justin Bieber and Alicia Keys.He later signed to the Parlophone record label, part of Warner Music Group, and released his debut EP, The Sun’s Gonna Rise, in 2021.He was selected to compete for the UK in the Eurovision Song Contest by the BBC and global music management company TaP Music, which counts Lana Del Rey and Ellie Goulding among its clients.His performance at the competition in Turin, Italy, in May won over

When Alicia Keys sings her 2021 hit, «Come for Me,» she does not mean it literally. The famed singer-songwriter responded to a viral video that showed a fan aggressively kissing her on the cheek during her concert in Canada this week and revealed it was just as shocking for her as it looked. Keys was walking through the crowd at Vancouver’s Rogers Arena for her «Alicia + Keys World Tour» on Monday when a concertgoer leaned over the railing, grabbed the singer's face and planted a kiss on her cheek.  posted the video to Instagram Wednesday with the caption, «GET ALICIA KEYS OUTTA THERE RIGHT NOW!!!» To which Keys responded, «Trust me, I was like what the F***!!! Don’t she know what time it is???» A post shared by HOLLYWOOD UNLOCKED (@hollywoodunlocked)The now-viral moment happened while the GRAMMY Award-winning singer was performing “Empire State of Mind,” her 2009 collaboration with JAY-Z.

Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani are about to face off on  for the first time as a married couple — but they've had plenty of adorable moments since first pairing up on the singing competition!Gwen returns to the show this fall for season 22 — coming back as a coach for the first time since her first-ever victory in season 19, as well as the first time since she tied the knot with Blake in July 2021. But according to ET's exclusive new promo, her hubby, 's most-decorated winner, isn't going to let his wife have any freebies!The pair first met when Gwen joined the show as a season 7 coach in 2014. Both were going through divorces, and by the time Gwen returned for season 9 the following year, they were an official couple.

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorSwizz Beatz and Timbaland have hauled short-form music video app Triller into court, with the pair of artists alleging Triller must pay them $28 million after acquiring Verzuz, their livestreaming rap-battle show.The duo founded the popular Verzuz virtual battle series in March 2020, then less than a year later agreed to sell it to Triller for undisclosed terms. Swizz and Timbaland received equity in Triller, part of which they said would be allocated among 43 artists who had appeared on Verzuz, including John Legend, Alicia Keys, 2 Chainz, Rick Ross, Too $hort, Patti LaBelle and Gucci Mane.According to the lawsuit, after Triller failed to make a large payment to Swizz (Kasseem Daoud Dean) and Timbaland (Timothy Mosley) in January 2022, the company agreed to a settlement requiring Triller to pay them $18 million ($9 million each) by March 20, with $1 million per month for the following 10 months.

Timbaland and Swizz Beatz have sued Triller for $28million (£23m) over claims of non-payment after the recent sale of their popular VERZUZ series.VERZUZ is the popular entertainment series that pits producers, songwriters and artists against each other in a rap battle style format.Kicking off in March 2020 after Timbaland and Swizz Beatz issued challenges to one another, artists that have taken part so far have included T-Pain, Alicia Keys, John Legend, Brandy, Monica, Rick Ross, DMX, Snoop Dogg, D’Angelo and many more.Last year, the rights for the series were sold to Triller, who livestream the events on their app.In a new lawsuit seen by Billboard, Timbaland and Swizz Beatz claim that Triller owe them £23m and have been defaulting in previously agreed payments.The suit goes on to claim that while the pair received payments as planned in January and April 2021, a payment that was due in January of this year has still not arrived.A new payment plan was then reportedly agreed, but the money from that has still not come through.Speaking about VERZUZ previously to NME, Timbaland said: “Well, it’s not really a battle – it’s a celebration of our heroes in music, the ones who make us feel a certain type of way.

“Cosmic Love,” a new, one-of-a-kind dating show from Amazon Studios, four sexy contestants from across the United States embark on a star-crossed journey to find their perfect match, guided by their hearts — and their astrological birth charts.“They say love doesn’t come with instructions but actually your birth chart is a little instruction manual to yourself,” Ophira and Tali Edut, otherwise known as the AstroTwins, explained to The Post. The show’s astrologers and best-selling authors — who have worked with a number of A-listers including Beyoncé, Emma Roberts, Alicia Keys, Karlie Kloss and Sting — counsel the singles throughout the season by way of the mysterious and mystical Astro Chamber.

winning five gramophones for her instant-classic debut, 2001’s “Songs in A Minor,” when she was just 21.The Recording Academy kept on falling for Keys, who went on to earn 10 more of its prestigious prizes. But the now-41-year-old star — who will headline two hometown shows at Radio City Music Hall on Thursday and Friday — has one very special Grammy that she didn’t technically win: She picked it up when John Mayer shared his Song of the Year trophy with her after his “Daughters” beat out her “If I Ain’t Got You” in 2005.“When he was onstage, [he said that] he just felt like I deserved that for ‘If I Ain’t Got You,’ ” Keys — who has also hosted the Grammys twice in her career — told The Post.

Beyoncé is sharing how grateful she is with Madonna for their recent collaboration, after the release of the singer’s new ‘Break My Soul’ remix, using the iconic melody from the popular song ‘Vogue.’“Thank you, Queen,” Beyoncé wrote in a heartfelt note for Madonna, sending her white roses to show her appreciation. She continued, “I’m so grateful for you.

Beyoncé has united with Madonna for a supercharged remix of her hit, “Break My Soul.”

Pop music fans can now hear two queens of the genre on the same track.Beyoncé, 40, released a collaboration with pop icon Madonna, 63, on Friday, her latest in a string of remixes.She had already performed remixes of the song Break My Soul withWill.I.Am, Terry Hunter, Honey Dijon and Nita Aviance. Remix:Beyoncé, 40, released a collaboration with pop icon Madonna, 63, on Friday, her latest in a string of remixes (pictured 2021)While it is technically a new song, Varietyreported that Madonna didn't seem to record anything new for the remix.

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Courtney Cox wished her boyfriend a Happy 46th Birthday on Sunday.The 58-year-old actress posted several pictures of herself and musician Johnny McDaid on Instagram with the message, 'Happy birthday to my multitalented Johnny! He may be getting older (kinda) but watching him play never does. I love you J.'Photos of the loved-up couple included several fun selfies, as well as one with a sleeping Courteney and scenes from a convenience store and a picnic with singer Ed Sheeran, 31.

Eva Longoria glow in her swimwear while in Capri, Italy and then in Marbella, Spain! Now, Alicia Keys was spotted in Venice, Italy on holiday with her entire family.The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter was photographed with her husband, Swizz Beatz and their two sons, Egypt Daoud and Genesis. Swizz Beatz’s kids from a previous marriage, Prince Nasir, Kasseem Jr., and Nicole, also joined them for this family getaway.

Alicia Keys was seen enjoying vacation time with her family amid the holiday weekend on Saturday.The singer, 41, looked stunning in a two-piece swimsuit as she stayed cool in the water with her two kids, Egypt and Genesis.The family relaxed on a boat when they weren't soaking up the crystal blue water near the island of Formentera, Spain. Summer days: Alicia Keys, 41, showed off her fit summer body while enjoying the water in Formentera, SpainThe songstress donned a bikini which showed off her toned abs as she had some fun in the water.The top piece was a plain yellow mustard color, with the bottom piece containing striped colors of blue and yellow.

Paul McCartney, Billie Eilish and Finneas are some of the acts added to a special TV programme that aims to raise awareness about and funds for Ukraine.NBC’s Ukraine: Answering he Call airs this Sunday (July 3) with appearances from a range of entertainment guests including Alicia Keys, Jon Batiste, Kristen Bell, Brandi Carlile and Julianne Moore. Sheryl Crow is another fresh addition.The show, which also airs on US channels MSNBC and CNBC, is an hour-long event that will give viewers the chance to help families by donating to the International Rescue Committee, an organisation that helps people affected by humanitarian crises to survive, recover and rebuild their lives.Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky will address Americans during the special and will encourage them to use their voices to fight for peace.

Selome Hailu To raise funds and awareness for the war in Ukraine, NBC will air primetime special “Ukraine: Answering the Call” featuring an address from president Volodymyr Zelenskyy on July 3 at 7 p.m.“Ukraine: Answering the Call” aims to respond to previous comments from Zelenskyy, who has challenged Americans to speak up about the war. The hour-long special will also feature appearances from José Andrés, Jon Batiste, Kristen Bell, Brandi Carlile, Brian Cox, Jeff Daniels, Vera Farmiga, Lena Headey, Alicia Keys, Simu Liu, Julianne Moore, Brad Paisley and Rosie Perez.

Associated Press reported.Williams reportedly passed away June 17 at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, New York, following a long battle with a non-COVID-related illness.Born on Jan. 13, 1939, in Fernandina Beach, Florida, he was a long-time New York City resident and is perhaps best known for the R&B classic “Everybody Plays the Fool,” which he collaborated on with Rudy Clark and J.R.

NBC has set Ukraine: Answering The Call, a one-hour primetime special aimed at education and raising funds for those whose lives have been shattered by the escalating war in the country.

Alicia Keys is a proud mama! The pianist, singer, and songwriter took to social media to share a video of her 11-year-old son Egypt Daoud Dean playing the piano in front of 17,000 people. According to Keys, she was nervous before exposing her son to a big crowd; however, after witnessing his performance, she realized she had nothing to worry about.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorGabriella Sarmiento Wilson, the Grammy- and Oscar-winning singer-songwriter known as H.E.R., is suing MBK Entertainment, the record label owned by her longtime manager Jeff Robinson, for the rights to her music catalog. H.E.R.