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Readers' Review: Half-A-Mil's 'Courtesy of Half-A-Mil'
If you’ve been paying attention to the West Coast in the past decade, you’d be hip to the thriving beat scene, and if you aren’t, you can’t deny the steady flow of genre-bending, trunk-rattling, hip-hop coming from the West Coast. This is a producers’ market, and an emcee’s playground. Out of this flourishing community comes two of the best, and most prolific creators in California, Hit-Boy and Dom Kennedy. Test my words by looking through the discography of both artists. It’s safe to say Hit-Boy has the sound on lock through the early 2010s, even grabbing a Grammy for “N**gas in Paris,” while Dom Kennedy has been pumping out all kinds of records, effectively running the LA indie scene with an iron fist. Of course, an iron fist dressed in a Gucci oven mitt, because Dom makes what I affectionately call “Barbecue Music.” You know what barbecue music is, that smooth vibe that also keeps the party going at peak pace. If you aren’t catching my drift right now, I’m not sure I want to be at your next cookout.
By Chuck Knight8 years ago in Beat
Taylor Swift Fans Left A 'Blank Space' In Trial Jury
Selecting an eight-panel jury for the trial of DJ David Mueller vs. Taylor Swift wasn't the easiest process, and fans of the pop star's music were the least likely to be selected. Potential jurors were given a 15-page questionnaire that honed in on their interest in the singer.
By Rachel Carrington8 years ago in Beat
'Who Is That Girl?': Justin Bieber Gets An Embarrassing Rejection After Sliding Into A Gym's DMs
Grammy Award-winning singer Justin Bieber shouldn't have much trouble finding a date, but his recent attempt at a seduction via direct message backfired spectacularly.
By Rachel Carrington8 years ago in Beat
Coldplay's Chris Martin Performed An Incredibly Moving Tribute To Linkin Park's Chester Bennington
When Chester Bennington, the frontman for Linkin Park, died on July 20, 2017, it left a hole in the music industry. Two weeks later, the tributes are still coming in — most recently from Coldplay's Chris Martin.
By Rachel Carrington8 years ago in Beat
'It's Just People Saying Mean Things': Ed Sheeran Is Done With Twitter Because Of Trolls
Twitter has long been known for its trolls — people who use the social media outlet for nothing other than denigrating others. These keyboard attackers constantly spread a stream of hate that even the toughest of people may find difficult to stomach on a daily basis.
By Rachel Carrington8 years ago in Beat
Mike Shinoda of Linkin Park Announces Public Chester Bennington Memorials
It's been a week since Chester Bennington of Linkin Park. It's been a week that family, friends, and fans had begun the mourning the loss. Today, Linkin Parks Mike Shinoda finally spoke out since the loss of his friend, family member, and bandmate. He came out to thank everyone for the privacy that the band and family members have been given since the death of the 41 year old lead singer.
By Dustin Murphy8 years ago in Beat
Jared Leto's Emotional Tribute to Linkin Park's Chester Bennington Will Break You Heart
The passing of Chester Bennington has been a hard pill to swallow for many. It's one that has caused anger, hurt, heart break, and sadness from those who let him into their lives through his music, his friendship as well as the knowledge of his own personal struggles. Among many celebrities that have reacted, recently Thirty Seconds to Mars singer and Suicide Squad actor Jared Leto reflected upon the singers passing. This has even been one of the sincerest and nicest reactions since the recent reaction by Brian Welch of KoRn.
By Dustin Murphy8 years ago in Beat
Ariana Grande Puts The Manchester Victims First And Will Play A Benefit Concert [UPDATED]
Update (May 30): Ariana Grande has posted a message to Twitter, saying, "[T]here is nothing I or anyone can do to take away the pain you are feeling or to make this better. However, I extend my hand and heart and everything I possibly can give to you and yours, should you want or need my help in any way." She will be giving a benefit concert in Manchester "to raise money for the victims and their families." The concert happened on June 4, and Grande was joined by Coldplay, Pharrell, Justin Bieber, Katy Perry and Miley Cyrus, CNN reports.
By Rachel Carrington8 years ago in Beat
Why Miley Cyrus Became Emotional During Her Billboard Music Awards Performance Of 'Malibu'
#MileyCyrus has built a reputation as a singer who isn't afraid to get the crowd's attention with provocative antics, but it seems like that may be coming to an end. She recently expressed regret over the controversial video for her hit single "Wrecking Ball":
By Rachel Carrington8 years ago in Beat
A 'Royals' Embarrassment: Lorde Compares Taylor Swift Friendship To 'An Autoimmune Disease'
Now, I'm no Hollywood starlet, but I am pretty sure when you're a multi-millionaire pop-star, comparing your relationship with other equally privileged members of the glitterati to an autoimmune disease is a good way to lose fans fast. Given your luxurious lifestyle and standing in the community, making light of those who are afflicted or less fortunate than you isn't exactly a clever move. We are of course talking about a recent interview with "Royals" singer #Lorde and a major case of foot in mouth!
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Beat
