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  • Miss America pageant’s operating company files for bankruptcy

    According to Bloomberg, Miss America Competition LLC owes an estimated four million dollars. The company seeks protection from its creditors, based on a filing made in the United States Bankruptcy Court District of Florida (West Palm Beach Division) on November 22. The business has faced difficulties maintaining cultural relevance in a post-feminist world. The Miss America pageant, as of now, is still scheduled between December 31, 2024, and January 5, 2025. Madison Marsh of Colorado will crown her successor, as the court ruled the pageant could continue operation with the ongoing litigation.

  • Les Brown’s ‘The Next One’: An experimental music journey 

     

    Les Brown is back with ‘The Next One’, a bold new album that embodies his signature philosophy: music is like Forrest Gump’s box of chocolates—“You never know what you’re going to hear.” True to form, this album takes listeners on a genre-defying adventure, blending sounds, styles, and emotions into a one-of-a-kind auditory experience.

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    Known for his boundary-pushing approach, Brown masterfully mixes music genres, geographic influences, languages, and instruments, creating tracks that evoke everything from playful joy to introspective curiosity. The four preview tracks alone feature an eclectic range of styles, from funky grooves to hypnotic ambient soundscapes, offering something for everyone. Whether it’s the pulse of a new wave, the intricacy of jazz, or the vast sonic landscapes of psychedelia, each track is a new flavor to savor.

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    “I write music to capture the feeling of stepping into a mysterious but inviting space,” says Brown. “It’s about discovery—hearing something unfamiliar and thinking, ‘Wow, that’s interesting!’” His goal is simple: to delight, intrigue, and inspire without pretense.

    *The Next One* is also part of an ambitious trilogy, with Brown teasing that he’s only just begun to explore the depths of his creativity. This album invites fans to join him on a journey of fun and experimentation, where every track feels like an open door to a new adventure.

    Les Brown’s *The Next One* isn’t just an album—it’s an experience, one that music lovers won’t want to miss.

  • The James McGowan Ensemble releases 17-Track Album ‘Reaching Out’

    The James McGowan Ensemble, a dynamic 13-piece collective based in Canada’s National Capital Region, is proud to announce the release of its new 17-track album, ‘Reaching Out’. Blending jazz-fusion, classical elements, and spoken-word poetry, this ambitious project is a testament to the ensemble’s creative synergy and artistic depth.

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    At the heart of the ensemble is Modasaurus, James McGowan’s critically acclaimed jazz-fusion quartet, featuring Alex Moxon (guitar), JP Lapensée (bass), and Jamie Holmes (drums). Modasaurus’ intricate interplay is beautifully complemented by Quatuor Despax, a Gatineau-based string quartet renowned for its versatility and emotive performances.

    Adding to the rich sonic landscape are four exceptional horn players: Petr Cancura (tenor sax), Mike Tremblay (soprano sax), Mark Ferguson (trombone), and JUNO Award-winning trumpeter Ed Lister. The ensemble’s unique dimension is further heightened by spoken word poet Jamaal Amir Akbari, former Ottawa English Poet Laureate, whose evocative poetry adds profound narrative layers to the music.

    The album showcases James McGowan’s mastery as a pianist, composer, and producer, bridging genres and pushing boundaries. A music educator and award-winning faculty member at Carleton University, McGowan received a prestigious Canada Council for the Arts grant to bring ‘Reaching Out’ to life, following the success of its introspective companion album, ‘Reaching In’.

    ‘Reaching Out’ delivers a transcendent listening experience, reflecting themes of connection, community, and the human spirit. The album is now available on all major streaming platforms.

  • Drake announces 2025 Australian tour ‘Anita Max Wynn’: No venues announced yet

    It will be the global superstar’s first tour in Australia since eight years ago in 2017.

    Recently, Drake—one of the world’s largest artists of all time—visited famous streamer xQc to confirm his upcoming Australian tour in early 2025. The tour has been scheduled to stretch through at least thirty days—beginning on February 9 until early March.

    Particularly, Drake said, “February 9—for anybody that’s watching from Australia—I’m coming back to Australia for the first time in eight years. Coming back to Australia on tour. Melbourne, Sydney, Gold Coast… February 9 until like… March something.”

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  • J Cole announces Dreamville Festival 2025’s dates

    Today, J Cole announced the return of his lucrative Dreamville Festival, which rakes in more than $145 million. In 2025, the annual event will return to Raleigh, North Carolina from April 5 through April 6. According to the organisers, 100,000 attendees enjoyed themselves. The popular American rapper has yet to unveil his 2025 lineup, but tickets are to go on sale on December 11. We’re told a portion of the proceeds are to go to Dreamville Foundation and Dix Park Conservancy non-profit organisations.

  • Listen to Nigerian artist King Perryy’s home-focused EP: Niggas from the South

    Approximately two weeks ago, Nigerian artist King Perryy released a sheeny seven-track project spotlighting some top-drawer artists emerging from the Southern part of Nigeria. Hence, the name ‘Niggas From the South’. Paired with tunes cooked by local Nigerian producers, the gentlemen carol about getting to it on ‘Hustle’, solving problems and receiving what one deserves on ‘Gbege’, and chopping life as Port Harcourt boys on ‘Confirm Parole’.

    Listen to the curated extended play below to focus on the country’s acclaimed underdogs like Erigga, KAESTLYLE, PsychoYP, Timaya, Ajebo Hustlers, DanDizzy, Jeriq and more.

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  • Sexyy Red transforms Wendy’s into Sexyy’s for ‘Fake Jammin’ video: Watch

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    Last night during a livestream with legendary streamer Kai Cenat, Sexyy Red unleashed the official music video for her track ‘Fake Jammin’. From the walls of a common beauty supply store to the big stage at a concert venue, the ‘Get It Sexyy’ rapper sings about women beefing about men, people loving her Midwest /Country girl accent, not needing lubricant, being conceited, and more. Check out the official music video below and watch the playback of Kai Cenat’s livestream. It is taken from the St Louis-bred superstar’s breakout mixtape, ‘In Sexyy We Trust’.

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  • Odeal sips tea in Paris for the ‘Blame U’ official lyric video: Watch

    As the artist sips tea from a white porcelain cup and stands outside a well-known shoppe-slash-restaurant called A La Pinte Du Nord in Paris, Odeal shares his mind with two famous friends (Nigeria-born superstar producer London and fellow Nigeria-born wardrobe stylist, Twizei) by performing the lyrics to ‘Blame U’ from his latest project ‘Lustropolis’. The lady, who lives rent-free in his psyche, has been described as a drop-dead gorgeous person but she can’t seem to find her footing to become and remain happy. It’s not her fault, though.

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    Later in the song, he says he can bet there’s someone somewhere hoping she isn’t having the time of her life without him. Sadly, that person is him. The South East London-based artist claims that the mystery woman makes him happier, but she left him with no purpose.

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    Next, Odeal shares a private conversation with his friends assuring him he’s wasting his time trying to keep their relationship. The Love Renaissance signee sings about her being the best and worst part of his life, yet he is upset that she found it easy to detach from him. Check it out to learn the emotional complexities of their relationships and learn the lyrics to the song.

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    If you haven’t yet, stream the project on your platform of choice.

  • Hear Nigerian artist Lifesize Teddy’s new single ‘Many Men’

    Produced by Ragee, Nigerian artist Lifesize Teddy takes the treble-heavy production to let listeners know she’s a highly sought-after hot gyal. Over the catchy hook, the Bonny Island-bred singer lists what many men want to do to her like, “do shakara”, “blow her cana”, and “talk de matta”. And by the looks of it, Lifesize Teddy enjoys the attention from the pack of men she attracts. Listen to the uptempo, log drum-soaked track below or check out the official performance video.

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  • Trey Songz ordered to pay injured cop $11 million

    According to TMZ, Trey Songz was ordered to pay Tyrelle Dunn, the injured police officer $11 million linked to his 2021 battery case. The incident allegedly occurred when the famous artist celebrated his thirty-seventh birthday in Las Vegas, Nevada, where the singer met Dunn’s wife. Dunn sued Trey Songz for his pain and suffering, punitive damages, and medical expenses.

    A report on iHeart.com explained, “Songz allegedly brought a group of women to his hotel room at The Cosmopolitan. In his lawsuit, Dunn claimed that his wife was in that group and was allegedly held against her will. She reportedly screamed for help while she was inside the room. Dunn tried to save his wife but Songz and his security guards allegedly attacked him. As a result, he suffered from multiple injuries including scarring that prevented him from working and fractured eye sockets. 

    Dunn filed a civil lawsuit against Songz after a judge cleared the singer after the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department investigated the situation and decided not to file charges. According to Songz’s legal team, there was insufficient evidence and inconsistencies found during witness testimony. The case was closed but LVMPD said they would reopen it if more evidence surfaced. Songz never responded to Dunn’s lawsuit, which led to a default judgment against the singer.”

    At the time of the report, the troubled performer did not release a statement.