Join us at the Margaret Williams Theater on Saturday, April 27 for a special musical tribute to retired art professor and celebrated artist, Ben Jones. The Spirit of Life Ensemble, led by Daoud-David Williams, will take the stage in honor of Jones’ remarkable career. The show will feature guest performances by the NJCU Jazz Orchestra, vocalist Antoinette Montague, and spoken word artist Rashad Wright.
Music lovers, rejoice! Amazon is offering a massive discount on the Beats Studio3 Wireless Headphones, bringing them down to just $159 from their original price of $350. That’s a massive 55% off, saving you a whopping $191. This deal matches the lowest price these headphones hit during Amazon’s Prime Day sale in July and is the cheapest we’ve seen since then.
Louis Theroux is crafting a three-part documentary delving into the rise and controversies surrounding boy bands in the 1990s and early 2000s, featuring insights from former members of Damage and East 17.
Grammy-winning singer Billie Eilish credits her song ‘Lunch’ for helping her understand her attraction to girls. Eilish opened up about her journey of self-discovery in a recent interview with Rolling Stone, explaining that the song played a pivotal role in her realization. The track is part of her upcoming album, ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft,’ set to release on May 17th. Eilish had previously dated men, including Jesse Rutherford, but they broke up in May 2023 and remain good friends.
Oscar-winning music composer AR Rahman belatedly congratulated Taylor Swift on the release of her new album, ‘The Tortured Poets Department,’ on Wednesday. Swift’s album broke records upon its April 19th release, becoming the most-streamed album in a single day on Spotify with over 313 million streams in under 12 hours. Rahman, a fan of Swift, tweeted his well wishes and shared a link to her Spotify page.
Grammy-winning hip-hop star Megan Thee Stallion has added a date at San Francisco’s Chase Center on June 23rd to her highly anticipated ‘Hot Girl Summer Tour.’ The tour, which has already sold over a quarter-million tickets and boasts sold-out shows across the country, will feature special guest GloRilla, known for hits like ‘Tomorrow 2’ and ‘FNF.’ The Chase Center show marks the final stop on the tour’s U.S. leg, with Megan Thee Stallion then heading overseas for international dates beginning July 4th.
Taylor Swift’s musical shift towards commercialization has diminished her relatable persona. Amidst the release of “The Tortured Poets Department,” a critic ranks her albums from worst to best.
MTV has announced that its annual Video Music Awards (VMAs) will be held at the UBS Arena in Queens, New York, on Tuesday, September 10th. This will be the first time the VMAs have been held in New York since 2013, when they were held at Radio City Music Hall. The move to UBS Arena is a reflection of the venue’s state-of-the-art facilities and its ability to accommodate large-scale events. The VMAs are one of the most prestigious music awards shows in the world and are known for their elaborate performances and controversial moments. The 2023 VMAs are expected to feature some of the biggest names in music, as well as a host of special guests.
At 22, Billie Eilish is one of the most successful musicians in the world. But she’s also been through a lot in the past few years, including the death of her close friend XXXTentacion, her own struggles with mental health, and the intense scrutiny of the media. In this interview, Eilish opens up about her new album, “Hit Me Hard and Soft,” her experiences with trauma and healing, and her hopes for the future.
Todd Rundgren, a musical chameleon, has left an indelible mark on the music industry with his prolific output as a solo artist, producer, and member of various bands. With 27 solo albums under his belt and an impressive roster of collaborations, Rundgren’s creativity knows no bounds. His current Me/We Tour is a testament to his commitment to giving fans a unique and immersive musical experience, featuring deep cuts and rarely performed gems. From his humble beginnings as a music-enthralled child to his mastery of production, Rundgren’s journey underscores the importance of following one’s artistic vision, regardless of the zeitgeist.
