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[nightcxty]

VS studios @ NC music awards

[thelensofyashunews]

Megan Thee Stallion Releases Long-Awaited, New Album “MEGAN” 

Today, three-time, Grammy award-winning artist, entrepreneur and philanthropist Megan Thee Stallion unveiled her new album, MEGAN, which includes collaborations with Victoria Monet, GloRilla, UGK, Big K.R.I.T., Kyle Richh and Yuki Chiba.

With the album, Megan continues to showcase her versatility and global reach as a musician, teaming up with Japanese hip-hop artist Yuki Chiba on “MAMUSHI.” The pair recorded the song during the Houston native’s trip to Tokyo earlier this year. 

Megan also secured an appearance from Bun B and a posthumous verse from the late-great Pimp C for a special UGK collaboration on “PAPER TOGETHER.” It’s a full-circle moment for Megan, who grew up listening to the Port Arthur duo and has called Pimp C one of her favorite rappers. 

The self-titled album also includes previously-released songs like “COBRA,” “BOA,” and “HISS” – the latter of which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 earlier this year and became the first-ever, solo female rap song to debut No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200. 

The announcement also comes as Megan extends her prolific “Hot Girl Summer Tour” with a new date in Atlanta, GA at State Farm Arena on July 2 and a domestic finale in Charlotte, NC at PNC Music Pavilion on July 3. Tickets for the newly-added dates are available for purchase at store.megantheestallion.com. 

To date, Megan’s tour has sold over 280,000 tickets and sold out 23 shows. Over the course of the tour, she has brought a wide array of special guests at select stops, including Cardi B, Latto, Flo Milli, Bun B, Paul Wall, Slim Thug, Monaleo, Lil Keke and Z-Ro.  

Rolling Stone highlighted Megan’s tour in a review, writing “few artists, like Megan, can rip into double-time rhymes without missing a beat, all while moving all over the stage, dancing.” Meanwhile, Billboard noted that “Meg’s showmanship shouldn’t be questioned. She embodies the value of playing the long game and why, sometimes, good things come to those who wait.” 

“MEGAN” will mark Megan’s first studio album since Aug. 2022, when she released “TRAUMAZINE” that included collaborations with Dua Lipa, Key Glock, Jhené Aiko, Rico Nasty, Latto, Lucky Daye, Pooh Shiesty as well as Houston staples such as Sauce Walka, Big Pokey and Lil Keke.  

[black-arcana]

IN THIS MOMENT Announces 'The Godmode Tour Part 2', BLABBERMOUTH.NET Presale

IN THIS MOMENT will embark on "The Godmode Tour Part 2" this fall. Support on the trek, which will kick off on November 8 in Asheville, North Carolina and end on December 7 in Manchester, New Hampshire, will come from KIM DRACULA, NATHAN JAMES and MIKE'S DEAD.

A special BLABBERMOUTH.NET presale will begin on Wednesday, August 14 at 2:00 p.m. EDT and end on Thursday, August 15 at 10:00 p.m. local time. When prompted, type in the presale code " ITMBBM24" to access tickets before the general public. Check back here on Wednesday for ticketing links to individual shows. General on-sale will be Friday, August 16 at 10 a.m. local time.

Tour dates:

Nov. 08 - Asheville, NC - Thomas Wolfe Auditorium Nov. 09 - Roanoke, VA - Berglund Center Nov. 11 - Huntsville, AL - Mark C. Smith Concert Hall Nov. 12 - Atlanta, GA - Coca-Cola Roxy Nov. 13 - Orlando, FL - House Of Blues Nov. 15 - Shreveport, LA - Shreveport Municipal Auditorium Nov. 16 - Houston, TX - Bayou Music Center Nov. 17 - Corpus Christi, TX - Concrete Street Pavilion Nov. 19 - Kansas City, MO - The Midland Theatre Nov. 20 - East Moline, IL - The Rust Belt Nov. 22 - Prior Lake, MN - Mystic Lake Casino Showroom * Nov. 23 - Rockford, IL - Hard Rock Live Rockford # Nov. 24 - Milwaukee, WI - The Rave / Eagles Club Nov. 26 - Madison, WI - The Sylvee Nov. 27 - Gary, IN - Hard Rock Live Northern Indiana & Nov. 30 - Columbus, OH - Kemba Live!# Dec. 01 - Windsor, ON - The Colosseum & Dec. 03 - Toronto, ON - History Dec. 05 - Cleveland, OH - The Agora Dec. 06 - Reading, PA - The Santander Arena Dec. 07 - Manchester, NH - SNHU Arena

* KIM DRACULA only # KIM DRACULA, MIKE'S DEAD only & NATHAN JAMES, KIM DRACULA only

IN THIS MOMENT's latest album, "Godmode", arrived back in October via BMG. The LP was produced by Kane Churko (ROB ZOMBIE, DISTURBED, PAPA ROACH) and Tyler Bates. Bates produced, wrote songs for, and played multiple instruments on albums by MARILYN MANSON, BUSH and ALICE IN CHAINS guitarist Jerry Cantrell. He is best known, however, for scoring the box office smash "300", the Emmy Award-winning Showtime series "Californication", the "Guardians Of The Galaxy" and "John Wick" film franchises. IN THIS MOMENT's song "I Would Die For You" appeared on the soundtrack for "John Wick: Chapter 4", for which Bates wrote the score.

With a Grammy nomination ("The In-Between", 2021),platinum and gold record sales, multiple Top 25 entries on the Billboard Top 200 ("Black Widow" and "Ritual"),hits including "Whore", "Blood" and "Adrenalize" and career streams of more than 1.3 billion, you'd think IN THIS MOMENT might rest on their laurels. Instead, they've created "Godmode", 10 dynamic songs that mark a new high for the quintet, further cementing their legacy in the heavy music world. Proof positive is in "Godmode"'s first single, the industrial-heavy yet ultra-melodic "The Purge", and its darkly cinematic video directed by Jensen Noen (BRING ME THE HORIZON, DEMI LOVATO). From the portentous start of the '90s-tinged "Godmode" with Maria Brink's powerful primal scream to the pitch-perfect cover of Bjork's 1995 "Army Of Me" to the impassioned pain to partnership in "Everything Starts And Ends With You", "Godmode" is a cut above.

The L.A.-based band's eighth album finds vocalist Maria Brink and guitarist Chris Howorth writing the most powerful songs of their career.

"We're always striving for reinvention and growth. It's been 10 years since our 'Blood' album, and there's been a lot of transitions happening, this year particularly, but it all felt so meant to be," explains Brink. Top talent aided and abetted IN THIS MOMENT; Spencer Charnas from ICE NINE KILLS guests on the pointed and pained "Damaged", and several songs were co-written with Tyler Bates, the award-winning producer and composer of numerous film, television, and video game scores. In fact, the initial collaboration with Bates, the moody, haunting mid-tempo winner "I Would Die For You" ended up both on the "John Wick: Chapter 4" soundtrack and as the last cut on "Godmode".

IN THIS MOMENT, a touring juggernaut who've slayed stages worldwide at Ozzfest, Warped Tour, Download, Knotfest and Rocklahoma, put out "Mother" in 2020, during the pandemic, giving fans something to hold on in during that bleak time, and earning "The In-Between" the band's first Grammy nod. It was 2021 when Howorth and Brink first wrote with Bates on "I Would Die For You". Following that collaboration, the duo were writing organically, for pleasure, not focused on the next album. As the pandemic waxed and waned, Howorth learned programming, and created music around synthwave sounds, which Brink leaned into. Her lyrical ideas arose both from soul-searching and "humanity and so much crisis and so many heart-wrenching things in the world. That negativity and darkness is how songs like 'The Purge' came about," Brink explains.

The end result is that when IN THIS MOMENT went into the studio in January 2023, the easy flow had allowed them to compile the most songs they'd ever written at one time, songs the entire band loved. Longtime producer Kevin Churko helped shape ITM's sound starting in 2008, but for "Godmode", his son, Kane Churko, was at the helm.

"Kane's got all the strengths that his father taught him —everything, all the bells and whistles, but he's got some new tricks because he's a younger generation, he's hungry," says Brink.

Kane was the perfect match for IN THIS MOMENT's inspired songs.

"During the pandemic, just writing versus writing with a pressure that music has to be for an album, allowed us the freedom to make the record we made," says Howorth. "Godmode"'s songs gained even more strength in the studio, with Kane shaking up the band's usual m.o. even further.

"Having some songs by Tyler influenced us as well," Brink explains. "It was scary for the band, but it ended up flowing just so beautifully. We felt very experimental."

That flow gave the album its name and theme. "Godmode" isn't religious, rather it's an expression for a triumphant flow state where all comes together seamlessly, coalescing into an ultimate form. As Brink sings in "Godmode", "You got me feeling so high / You lift me off of my feet yeah / You got me feeling like, feeling like / I'm in Godmode." In video games — Howorth plays the game "Destiny" — "God mode" also refers to a code that makes a player invincible.

"There's a spontaneity in this album that you can hear. It's a little more visceral. And that we're not with Kevin, who has done all our albums except for our very first, fans will hear those differences too, which is really cool and exciting for us," Howorth says.

"We had all this built-up energy from the last three years, we felt angst, we felt we had a lot to release," furthers Brink. "And we were letting it loose organically, while also playing with different time signatures and interesting things like that." "We use an 8-string on the album, which we haven't done before," Howorth says. "We did some different tunings, and it can definitely be freeing from guitar standpoint, the way we did things this time. Working with Kane was different and more off the cuff, being in the studio, getting creative and just trying a bunch of different stuff on every song. It was a really good experience."

As fans of Brink's lyrics know, life in and around IN THIS MOMENT hasn't always been easy. As Brink recalls, "When I met Chris, I was just a starry-eyed girl with huge dreams. And he was in a PANTERA-like metal band!" She told Howorth she wanted a heavy lineup that could sell platinum and win Grammys. The band had an early manager who told them it would never happen. But his dismissiveness only fueled IN THIS MOMENT's fire, energy and fight. "We're just relentless," says Brink. "Anything's possible if you really put your mind and energy into it."

For "Godmode", that energy also went into the "The Purge" video, where director Noen brought his artistry and next-level talent to Brink's storyboard ideas. The larger-than-life video themes and sets have been translated into IN THIS MOMENT's live stage show, literally. And summer 2023 saw the band on its first arena co-headlining tour with full pyrotechnics.

"Our whole lives we've talked about being in an arena and having fire and a full show," Brink says. "And now we're doing it and it's just so beautiful."

IN THIS MOMENT certainly have nothing to prove, the lineup's authority assured live on record and onscreen. Yet, "Godmode"'s energy and scope is visceral.

"With our new ideas and excitement and Kane's energy of wanting to prove himself to everybody, we were able to show that we're heavy and just as impactful as every other new band coming out right now," says Howorth. "We can punch you right in the face, that energy is in there big, time. I think our fans are really gonna like this album, because it's taken us back a little bit where it began, but it's also more instinctive, and heavier than anything we've done a long time," concludes Howorth.

Brink, a private person, nonetheless gives and takes much strength from ITM's millions of fans. The healing is on both sides.

"It's amazing if my songs help people feel empowered. When humans share painful things that we went through and how we heal from it, we can help each other and pass that energy on," she says. "Honestly, the most beautiful thing about being in a band is being able to have that connection with strangers who become kindred spirits. Sure, I have urges to wear 'masks' and hide from everything and wear makeup, but I like to share and be honest and vulnerable. The sky's the limit," Brink concludes. "You just have to keep dreaming, keep expanding, keep pushing yourself to that next level. I feel like something is shifting right now in the band; this is such a special moment for us with 'Godmode'."

Photo credit: Joe Cotela

[dojae-huh]

Fact Check era was a real banger, actually. Especially the award shows. Overall, it was a successful power move after SM's inner struggle (which messed up 127's 2022 era, Ay-Yo delay) and before the enlistment period.

We thought 127 will continue, but no, they decided to take a pause. No 127 without Taeyong. The plan is evident now with Jae's earlier enlistment, 4 solos in one year, Yuta spending half a year in Japan (filming a series and doing his fancon tour), and Tae being on the album. Walk was a "We have our own pace" promise of coming back. An album for the fans, not for promotion (like Neozone and Fact Check were). A quick visit to LA and a few interviews to give something to the NA market, remind about 127 to k-pop audience there.

Jae's album had a short promotion, however, he spent a lot of time in Spring on filming a new tv-series. Do's solo career had a focus on him as a singer, while in Jae's case his actor side was given more focus (consider that he has a movie and a tv-series back to back after failed attempts (postponed tv-series, cancelled movie remake, and what happened to the musical?). And even his MV was focused on acting. Different priorities. It was more important for Jae to re-connect with his audience (hence lots of fanmeets) and re-introduce himself on tv (aperitif before his army band appearences).

Don't forget that 127 took "Best artist" and "Best performance" at Dream awards in August.

"The evening concluded with warm congratulations to all the winners, especially to aespa and NC 127, who continue to push the boundaries of music and performance in South Korea and beyond. These victories only strengthen their position at the top of K-Pop."

They were headliners on two big events. 260k of fans came to the concerts in Japan alone during Unity. And the final stop was Tokyo Dome. So many 127 neos are BAs or friends of houses (7/8, heh), which also gives the group visibility through individual activities.

It's not as doom and gloom as some fans want to portray.

[dteamain]

george: streams 6 days of squidcraft in a row flys out to NC immediately after to film banter podcast for 3 days straight flys right to the streamer awards, picks up chipotle sponsor and films content for it joins sylvees cat cafe stream, films nrg content with sap, flys to the bahamas for vacation still streams mcc from his hotel room, flys back to dteam house and does irls with munchymc and crew, does some fan meet ups, flys with sapnap to meet dream in LA streams slutsmp, joins fear& podcast, flys back to NC to film more banter,

sapnap: 6 days of squidcraft in a row flys out to NC immediately after to film banter podcast for 3 days straight flys right to the streamer awards, picks up chipotle sponsor and films content for it joins sylvees cat cafe stream, streams mcc, does irls with munchymc and crew at some point films and edits a youtube vid, does flys with george to meet dream in LA more nrg stuff, flys back to NC to film more banter, streams with karl, streams LOL event

dream: 6 days of squidcraft in a row, streams super hot, records and edits and uploads youtube video at some point, merch company things, has all his friends over at his house, does irls with them, does a merch warehouse tour for them, flys to LA to work on music has been in LA for month working on music, drops the usmp announcement and video

some redditer who saw pictures of dream at a party twice: dteam is so lazy and spoiled are they even content creators anymore

[jamieroxxartist]

Episode #1419 of 🎨#JamieRoxx’s www.PopRoxxRadio.com 🎙️#TalkShow and 🎧#Podcast w/ Featured Guest:

Pam Ross Music #PamRoss ( #Americana )

Pop Art Painter Jamie #Roxx (www.JamieRoxx.us) welcomes Pam Ross (Americana) to the Show!

● WEB: www.pamrossmusic.com ● IG: @pamrossmusic ● FB: @pamrossmusic ● YT: @pamross5567

Pam Ross, known for her distinctive blend of rock, Americana, and country music, is thrilled to announce the release of her new single, “Doublewide,” on August 9th, 2024. This track is the lead single from her forthcoming LP, “Outside the Box,” and comes with an accompanying music video. Recorded at Goodluck Studio and mixed in Nashville by Marc Frigo, “Doublewide” exemplifies Pam’s ability to create music that resonates deeply with her audience.

Pam Ross shares, "I just want people to enjoy my music. I hope they sing along, and it makes them feel something inside when they listen. Be it happy, sad, warm and fuzzy, angry…something. Music should provoke emotion and I hope I do that for people."

The forthcoming album, “Outside the Box,” will feature seven tracks that continue to blend Pam's roots rock style with heartfelt storytelling. Fans can look forward to experiencing the full album’s release later this year.

Pam Ross has built a reputation for her unique musical style, known as “Pam Music,” which effortlessly blends rock, Americana, and country. She has received numerous accolades, including Musician of the Year at the 2023 Whos Hoo Country Music Awards and Fan Favorite at the 2023 Independent Music Network Awards. With over 350K streams on Spotify, Pam’s music continues to touch the hearts of listeners around the world.

Born in Pittsburgh, PA, and later establishing her career in Houston, TX, Pam moved to Nashville, where she gained recognition as a talented songwriter. Currently residing in Fuquay Varina, NC, Pam continues to create and perform music that resonates with her ever-growing audience.

● Media Inquiries: ● FB: MTS Management Group/MTS Records ● ​ WEB: www.mtsmanagementgroup.com

[sunnydaleherald]

The Sunnydale Herald Newsletter, Saturday, January 20th

DR. KRIEGEL: Of course we're still going to have to watch your mother carefully, and, uh, have her back in here for some follow-up testing, (Buffy nods) but, uh, overall I'd consider the procedure a complete success. (Smiles all round. Everyone hugs each other. Giles and Xander start to hug, then settle for a handshake instead.) BUFFY: (hugging Riley) Oh my goodness, doctor, thank you, thank you so much. DR. KRIEGEL: Please, it's my pleasure. (Buffy hugs him and he yells in pain as she forgets her slayer-strength. She gasps and pulls back.) BUFFY: Sorry. Sorry!

~~Into the Woods~~

[Drabbles & Short Fiction]

Freed by apachefirecat (Angel/Cordelia, PG-13/T)

Hidden Talent by Bobbie23 (Giles/Jenny, M)

When Waking Up is a Nightmare by LiraelClayr007 (Buffy, T)

Special by Pinkperson (Buffy/Angel, M)

L'anniversaire de Buffy by MissKitty28 (Buffy/Spike, G)

L'anniversaire de Buffy by Miss Kitty (Buffy/Spike, G)

Something New by Spikelover4ever (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

[Chaptered Fiction]

Lost Angels, Chapter 23 by StillRose (Xander/Spike, Supernatural crossover, E)

The More the World is Changing, the More it Stays the Same, Chapter 4 by the_widow_twankey (Angel/Spike, M)

Easy Street, Chapter 10 by Storm_Arke (Faith/Daryl Dixon, The Walking Dead crossover, T)

They Know Exactly What We're Here For, Chapter 4 by MadeInGold (Angel/Riley/Spike, M)

Sisters, the adventures of Sam and Buffy Carter - Year 1, Chapter 11 by FPBarbieri (Buffy, Stargate crossover, G)

Back undead and little again, Chapter 2 by AnkiKind (Angel & Spike, M)

Straight to the Heart, Chapter 2 by QuillBard (Buffy/Faith, M)

Something Borrowed, Chapter 1 by Geliot99 (Buffy/Spike, M)

Jojo's Bizarre Adventure: Shadowed Suspicion Volume X, Chapter 1 by arcanedreamer (Ensemble, Jojo's Bizarre Adventure crossover, T)

Twos Company, Chapter 1 by Serenitey (Buffy/Spike, M)

Phase 1, Chapter 1 by Rutkowski (Willow/Tara, multiple crossovers, T)

Choose your own Award, Chapter 10 by Narsil (Xander, multiple crossovers, T)

Untitled Giles miniseries, Chapter 5 by iobsessoverfictionalmen (Giles/reader, Wonder Woman crossover, warnings: violence, cursing, insults, lying, and attempted manipulation)

Amara Time, Chapter 15 by Joan963z (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

Afterburn, Chapter 6 by Melme1325 (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

New Beginnings, Chapter 2 by slinky (Lucifer crossover, NC-17)

Early One Morning, Chapter 9 by all choseny (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

Love Lives Here, Chapter 11 by Passion4Spike (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

Pack My Box with Five Dozen Liquor Jugs, Chapter 20 by honeygirl51885 (Buffy/Spike, NC-17)

A Waxy Gent Chuckled Over My Fab Jazzy Quips, Chapter 20 by violettathepiratequeen (Buffy/Spike, PG-13)

Coming Through, Chapter 1 by hulettwyo (Buffy/Spike, Adult Only)

[Images, Audio & Video]

Artwork: What if there were tattoos by JSBirsa (Buffy & Spike, worksafe)

Manip: SuSuSunnydale, here's to the fools who love, Chapter 9: The Proposal by loveisntbrains (PG)

Artwork: Buffy and Spike kissing by spikedru

Manip: happy birthday Buffy Summers by l0veisntbrains (Buffy/Spike, worksafe)

Crafts: Time for another fanbinding! by kitty-bandit

Fanvid: Buffy Summers | Beautifully Strange [BTVS] by Light

Fanvid: Buffy & Spike - Scandalous by RatCat92

Fanvid: Buffy and Giles || Light by Lucy Whiskers

Fanvid: ATS || Wesley+Fred/Illyria || Breathe Me || HD by Narcia Lily

Fanvid: Buffy and Spike - Tonight by Nina Mironovitch

Fanvid: Faith/Buffy - Get Him Back by robotgutz

Fanvid: Buffy Summers | all‐american bitch by ceoazula

Fanvid: Believe in Buffy The Vampire Slayer - Contemporary Video by thunderchild27

Fanvid: Buffy is Damaged - Contemporary Music Video by thunderchild27

Fanvid: Forever May Not Be Long Enough - Spuffy - Contemporary Video by thunderchild27

Fanvid: btvs & ats [пото��у что когда я люблю тебя — я права] by zle

Fanvid: BTVS Willow Hayloft 2 by Just A True Believer

Fanvid: Buffy and Damon Being Snarky to Each Other by Bobblehead89 (The Vampire Diaries crossover)

Fanvid: Spike Tribute (Kryptonite Reloaded) by Gamster's World

Stop motion video: Amiga date cuenta!!! by Alberto Ramírez Clar (with funko pops)

Stop motion video: Buffy y Angel van en busca de ayuda by Alberto Ramírez Clar (with funko pops)

Stop motion video: Discusiones by Alberto Ramírez Clar (with funko pops)

Music: Buffy The Vampire Slayer Rescore: Season 1 Episode 7 "Angel" by David Müller

Music: Buffy The Vampire Slayer Theme [Minecraft Note Block] by brandon plays

Music: Walk Through The Fire - Buffy Theme (Medium Piano Tutorial) | Sheet Music + MIDI file by Piano Diaries

[Reviews & Recaps]

Podcast: Episode 11 now available! Season 1 The Sunnydale Diaries by humdoy

Video: Bargaining-Slayer Sunday by Jane Talks Buffy

Video: The #btvs Twisted Guide S02E05: Reptile Boy by Twisted View

Video: Buffy Season 6: Entropy and Seeing Red by Revisiting the Buffyverse

Video: Buffy The Vampire Slayer by FAVORITE OLE SIT-COM

Video: Buffy the Vampire Slayer HONEST Trailer-RAW Reaction ... was HONESTLY Funny... But... by Examining Kubrick Craven Halloween

Video: A New Chapter: Buffy Season 4 (Deepdive/discussion) by Revisiting The Buffyverse

Podcast: Once more with feeling - 5x15 I Was Made To Love You by Nerd Subculture Podcast

[Fandom Discussions]

Watching Helpless and this vampire assumes that if he turns Buffy and leaves her in a room with her mother she’ll eat her by Aphony Cree

the way the heaven reveal in buffy was dealt with in once more with feeling was pretty good by dragonmickie

the problem is i can't hate xander by grinchwrapsupreme

Imagine the series if Kendra was the main Slayer by itzniaok and nevergonnabemuchmorethanweather

drusilla as a potential slayer by spikedru

Buffy would make an excellent paramedic by creamcheesy

Blood Vengeance by myboyknows

Could Dark Willow be foreshadowed as early season 3? continued by NoShip

It makes you wonder about the morals of Buffy and Spike continued by multiple posters

Article - "Warren Mears and the Slaying of Incel Culture" by Joan the Vampire Slayer

Wesley and Fred- Too Manipulative? continued by multiple posters

Spike in season 8 if the show had continued what direction they would take him continued by sybil and Stoney

BtVS rewatch: SEASON 7 continued by sybil and war and peaches

Do you think The Groosalugg became an acolyte of Jasmine? by AndrewHeard

Was a Bangel a bit rushed? by Unable_Earth5914

Genuine question: who the hell invited Spike in Hells Bells?? by tinysleepycryptid

uuuuh i just watched seeing red for the first time and i have thoughts by likeshinythings

Are the comics worth getting/reading? by Queasy-Bluebird5843

A long rant about Spike and Spuffy in s6 by funishin

Angel in Buffy season 3 is one of the most boring characters on the show by jdpm1991

Xander’s dad sucks holy crap by Eagles56

Video: Making Riley Finn Interesting (Buffy) by Pensive Whiskers

[Articles, Interviews, and Other News]

Video: The Master - An Interview With Mark Metcalf by Beer with Buffy

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[camplofi]

BSOTS 180 - In Conversation With Douglas Whitfield (pt. two)

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This episode's track list (title / artist / source / license):

1.  The Comet (Featuring Shred Lexicon & The Real Munch) by Headsnack [blocSonic] (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0) (2023)

2.  Infornography by Revolution Void [Free Music Archive] (CC BY-NC 3.0) (2006)

3.  Rich People by Carsie Blanton [Bandcamp] (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0) (2022)

4.  Truth Serum by CM & The Silent Partner [blocSonic] (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0)  (2021)

5.  Kaikou (Bittersweet) by Satori [Upitup] (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0) (2023)

The Free Music Friday to beat them all is finally upon us.  Happy Netlabel Day, everybody!

Serious gratitude and respect going out to Creative Commons Community Music Awards co-founder Douglas Whitfield for getting in touch with me last month to have this conversation about CC licenses, netlabels, and so much more.  In part two of the interview, he talks about the CC Listening Parties that he co-hosts on YouTube alongside Donnie Ozone, an event that grew out of the artistic standstill caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.  In addition, he shares some ambitious plans for a CC Community Music Hall Of Fame slated to premiere in 2026.

Once again, there's great music to accompany the conversation, including a single from Headsnack that blocSonic is releasing for this year's Netlabel Day.  Other musical selections include the cabaret protest stylings of Carsie Blanton, the jazz meets electronic music musicianship of Revolution Void, the unbeatable hip-hop combination of CM & The Silent Partner, and a gorgeous after hours instrumental from Satori (taken from the new 20th Anniversary Compilation from Upitup Records).

Thank you so much for listening and I hope that you found this interview as informative as I did.  Don't forget to head on over to the Netlabel Day site and discover some great music!

blocSonic artists mentioned in this episode include:

Ant The Symbol Louis Lingg & The Bombs MVMX Pot-C Viktor Van River

Other key info: CCCMA Listening Party Season 1, Episode 1 Bandcamp Daily:  Exploring Japanese Netlabel Deep Cuts clongclongmoo Ryno The Bearded Lorenzo's Music

BSOTS theme music by Cy Tru (edited by Macedonia).  ID drops courtesy of Kahlief Adams of Spawn On Me and Mr. Fitz of Techniken Defunkus.

The content of this show has been released under a CC-BY-SA license.  All works within this show retain their original releases.  See the show notes at bsots.com for more information.

Another BSOTS podcast episode for the people...

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Eric Nolan Grant

Happy Birthday to Eric Nolan Grant, singer who is a member of the famed, multi-award winning R&B group, The O'Jays. He joined the group in 1995. In 1997 Eric performed on his debut O’Jays’ album ‘Love You To Tears’ which hit the R&B charts. In 2001 the O’Jays released their “For The Love” album which was a chart-topper that received a Grammy nomination in 2002. In September 2003, Eric appeared in his debut film “The Fighting Temptations” starring Cuba Gooding, Jr.and Beyonce Knowles receiving a Gold Record Award for his contribution to the movie’s soundtrack. Later in 2003, Eric received an Honorary Doctorate of Arts from Shaw University in Raleigh, NC. In 2004 The O’Jays recorded the album ‘Imagination’ under the Music World label. In 2004, Eric as a member of the O'Jays, was inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in Sharon, Pa. and in 2005 the prestigious Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland Ohio. "For the Love Of Money" became the theme song to the hit reality TV show “The Apprentice”, starring Donald Trump, which Eric performed live at the taping of the show’s season finale. In 2006, the O'Jays performed at the ESPY awards, hosted by Lance Armstrong. In 2008, Eric appeared on the PBS Special (also published as a DVD) 'Love Train: The Sound Of Philadelphia” as the O’Jays performed in the artist showcase. In 2009, Eric as one of the O’Jays ; was awarded BET’s ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’, performed at the ‘US Open: Opening Ceremony’ and toured in South Africa. On January 29, 2011 The O’Jays received the “Trumpet Lifetime Achievement Award”. Some of Eric's most notable television appearances also include: The Oprah Winfrey Show, The David Letterman Show, The Jimmy Kimmel Show, The View, BET Awards Show, The Monique Show, Unsung , PBS Capitol on the 4th as well as many others including appearances on news shows around the country. Some of the major performances/venues include; The Essence Music Festival, The Jamaica Jazz Festival, The Macys Music Festival, Capitol 4th Concert, Kentucky Derby, Kodak Theater, Waldorf Astoria, The Apollo Theater, Democratic National Convention to name a few

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Cary duo, The One Eighties, return with their first song since releasing their debut album Minefields in 2023. “Backseat Devil” will be out January 17, 2025 (Pre-save HERE). The duo labored for two years over Minefields in a feat they call “tamed extravagance,” melding unlikely combinations of acoustic guitars with ‘80s synths, orchestral strings, and space-country tones, but with their forthcoming single “Backseat Devil,” it sees them doubling back toward the naked simplicity of their Americana roots.  Exploring themes of alienation, regret, and personal growth, this song can be described as hopeful melancholia inspired by old-time “highway” country, roots rock, and the echoes of Appalachia. Conceptually, the song is about trying to leave something behind, but not being able to fully let go. “Maybe there is a nagging guilt about how you left it,” says Cook. “But whatever it is, it’s there in the backseat haunting you no matter how much you try to outrun it.” For “Backseat Devil” they enlisted the help of well-known session players including award-winning drummer Fred Eltringham (Sheryl Crow, Kacey Musgraves, Carrie Underwood), pedal steel player Whit Wright (American Aquarium, Thomas Rhett Akins), bassists Bill Corbin (American Aquarium) and Casey Toll, Charles Cleaver on organ and accordion, and Maigan Kennedy on soprano harmonies and cello.  Most of the tracking and mixing was done at the duo’s home studio in Cary, NC with final mastering done by Steve Fallone of Sterling Sound (Taylor Swift, War on Drugs, Nora Jones). Cook and Brand garnered high praise with their former band New Reveille from The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Billboard, and CMT, when they were just starting to make waves. But like many a common tale, their record label closed down, the pandemic hit, and the band went their separate ways. The chronically indecisive pair then pulled a “one-eighty” and changed course, driven by the challenge of setting out on their own.  Even though the duo had to start over, with Minefields, they’ve reemerged with exceptional reviews.  Americana UK said the album “…features gorgeous, sweeping sonic layers over powerful, hypnotic percussion; The haunting melody of Brand’s vocal floats perfectly with Allyn Love’s swooning pedal steel guitar and keys from Charles Cleaver, which both add to the dreamy atmosphere.”  B-Sides & Badlands said, “When listening to The One Eighties’ debut album, it’s hard not to imagine it orbiting the very same sun as Kacey Musgraves’ transcendent Golden Hour…Like Musgraves, The One Eighties stretch the limits of their craft, bending styles like light through a prism…Each musical swerve is like a rubber band snapping. And you get the sense that the creative pair are blooming right before your ears. It might be their debut outing, but there’s a masterclass of musicianship on display many new artists rarely achieve. It’s magnificent to behold.”  Hollywood Digest said “…one of the most complete and exciting releases of 2023 among the alternative country and indie pop/rock undergrounds. Bursting at the seams with originality but connected to an iconic blend of influences that seems to impart something wholly unique around every turn, The One Eighties’ Minefields is a must-listen.”  Melody Maker said, “Surprisingly engaging and consistently more complex and involved than anything else I’ve heard under the alternative country scene as of late, The One Eighties’ Minefields is a masterpiece in every department.” Outside of their main musical pursuits, Cook and Brand recently launched Foxriot, an award-winning film and video scoring company with successful projects under their belts for IBM, UNC, Duke University, Carolina Performing Arts, and more.  Part of the goal for Foxriot was to help provide more of a financial foundation for The One Eighties to be able to get out into the world. Look for The One Eighties to tour and release new music throughout 2025. THE ONE EIGHTIES Website | Instagram | Facebook | X | Spotify | YouTube | Threads | TikTok Read the full article

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Kamala & Tim

Kamala Harris has soared in the race shakeup. Whether skillfully debating taunts and personal attacks, advocating for fundamental freedoms and justice for all people, especially women, or at home with her family, Kamala gives America’s place on the world stage the authenticity and intelligible policy positions we need. She has the vitality to blaze a trail for brighter days. I will be casting my vote for Kamala and Tim in the 2024 Presidential Election.

Pretentious Ambition

Meg is reworking something: She hates Harry. When did she realize she was used for wombed monetization, when he paid her? Was it at the Women’s Empowerment Reception at the Royal Aeronautical Society, Royal Ascot races, Polo Club matches, Wimbledon matches, movie premieres, concerts, Netflix miniseries, Bondi Beach, Australian Geographic Society Awards, a speech on women’s suffrage in New Zealand, British Ambassador’s Residence Party, at the Kennedy Human Rights Awards, her Archewell Audio Podcasts, her published father-and-son children’s book, Gloria Steinem chat, 2018 British Fashion Awards, King of Morocco meeting, baby shower at The Mark Penthouse in New York, visiting the site where 19-year-old student, Uyinene Mrwetyana, was raped and murdered when she picked up a box at the post office in Cape Town, which, as FedEx actress, must’ve been improv theatre, at the Mountbatten Festival of Music, kissing Harry in Colombia then big geographical avoidance, wheelchair exploitation, grandad lies, amusing dog tags, jarring teen and tween products or her standby tiara wedding?

Years ago, a YouTube video of silk: Inside the Suits’ fashion closet with actress, Meghan Markle.

The physical task is her pomposity. Must be before any regal training. At 1:07, she displays the rooted Californian “quintessential” and then fucked him:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWZonwIYmMI

Cohorts of Commonplace

Little fictionalization of a swoony royal wedding that hinted at groundedness. America hated it. 2018 shootings: May 16, 2018, Justin Painter shot his three young children in Ponder, Texas. May 20, 2018 one man was killed in Hazlehurst, Mississippi. June 10, four people were shot outside a graduation party in Kannapolis, NC. On June 14, a 15-year-old was shot in Tracy, California. June 24, one man shot in the back in Gary, Indiana. July 4, three people killed in Gary, Indiana. July 10, 2018, a father killed his three young children in Prices Corner, Delaware. August 12, 2018, a father shot his three children in Clearlake, California. October 8, teen was shot and killed in Española, New Mexico. December 28, 2018, boyfriend killed his girlfriend, her young children, and her mother in Saint Charles, Missouri.

Mosque Morgue

March 15, 2019, Brenton Harrison Tarrant murdered 51 worshippers, injuring 89 in Christchurch, NZ. The Al Noor Mosque and the Linwood Islamic Centre. Youngest victim was three years old. Inspired by these mosque shootings, on August 10, 2019, Philip Manshaus, a 21-year-old Norwegian man, shot and killed his teenage sister while she was in her bed, firing three bullets into her head and one into her chest, then opened fire at the Al-Noor Islamic Centre in Norway.

Aqua

On Twitter mouthparts, Harry is Oasis musician, Liam Gallagher. He uses a faux accent that is technically British to compose a blend of tipsy, thorny, anger-fueled noise. They’re crass to me and then you remember he’s married:

Fuck me i think I've just done my first SLUT DROP c'mon.

Just had RKID on the phone begging for forgiveness bless him wants to meet up what Dya reckon meet up or fuck him off.

blimey green pedophilia. google.

Divorce

The youngest suicide on record was incorrect: In 2017, Gabriel Taye at Carson Elementary, with a necktie, hanged himself. He was 8. The youngest was Samantha Nicole Kuberski who hanged herself with a belt from a crib back in 2009. She was 6.

Jayden Lalchan of Princes Town, Trinidad, 15, just hanged himself. On October 7, 20-year-old Rani Pradhan set herself on fire, dying at MKCG Medical College & Hospital in Odisha, India.

Staged marriage, long-distance divorce.

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Superstar Mexican Act Fuerza Regida Announces "Pero No Te Enamores Tour," Their Summer 2024 Tour

Led by their smooth-voiced singer Jesús Ortiz Paz, regional Mexican outfit Fuerza Regida has been climbing charts on both sides of the border. Today, the Platinum-selling grupo announces "Pero No Te Enamores Tour," their next headlining tour. Produced by Live Nation and kicking off on June 6th in Austin, TX, the "Pero No Te Enamores Tour" takes the group across North America for a series of dates, including shows in Atlanta, New York, Houston, and more, before closing with a show in Inglewood, CA. The 5-man group saluted their hometown fans with a special mural in their native San Bernardino, CA, displaying the tour artwork and dates in the center of the city.

TICKETS: General onsale tickets will be available beginning on Friday, April 12 at 10am local time at livenation.com.

VIP:  Fans can also purchase VIP Packages, which may include premium tickets, access to the VIP after party with members of the band, Soundcheck, Meet & Greet + group photo with Fuerza Regida, Pre-show VIP Lounge, specially designed VIP gift item & more. VIP package contents vary based on offer selected. For more information, visit vipnation.com.

Fuerza's upcoming nationwide tour is their latest step on the road to world domination, following a 2023 full of new commercial heights and well-deserved accolades. The group shared their biggest album to date, Pa Las Baby's Y Belikeada, which peaked at #2 on Billboard's Latin Albums chart and reached the Top 15 of the Billboard 200. The album generated billions of streams across platforms, led by hits like "TQM" (peaked at #34 at the Billboard Hot 100), "Sabor Fresa" (#26 on the Hot 100), and "HARLEY QUINN" (#40 on the Hot 100), their collaboration with Marshmello that became their first-ever #1 hit on the Latin Airplay chart. The success of Pa Las Baby's Y Belikeada propelled Fuerza Regida to two Billboard Music Awards in 2023, plus the #1 spot on Billboard's Top Duo/Group year-end artist chart.

Most recently, Fuerza released their EP, Dolido Pero No Arrepentido, which arrived just in time for Valentine's Day. The album debuted at #2 on Billboard's Latin Albums chart, and all six songs from the EP reached Billboard's Hot Latin Songs chart. The upcoming tour will feature the first performances of songs from the new EP. 

Stay tuned for much more information about Fuerza Regida in the near future.

 

"Pero No Te Enamores Tour" dates:  *Not A Live Nation Date

Jun 06        Austin, TX        Moody Center Jun 09        Edinburg, TX        Bert Ogden Arena Jun 14        Oklahoma City, OK    Paycom Center Jun 15        Ridgedale, MO        Thunder Ridge Nature Arena Jun 16        Kansas City, MO    T-Mobile Center Jun 21        San Diego, CA        Viejas Arena Jun 22        Phoenix, AZ        Footprint Center Jun 29        Portland, OR        Moda Center Jun 30        Seattle, WA        Climate Pledge Arena Jul 06        San Jose, CA        SAP Center Jul 07        Fresno, CA        Save Mart Center at Fresno State Jul 13        Houston, TX        Toyota Center Jul 20        Dallas, TX        Dos Equis Pavilion Jul 26        Atlanta, GA        State Farm Arena Jul 27        Tampa, FL        Amalie Arena Jul 28        Sunrise, FL        Amerant Bank Arena Aug 02        Greensboro, NC    Greensboro Coliseum Complex Aug 04        Belmont Park, NY    UBS Arena Aug 16        Milwaukee, WI        Fiserv Forum Aug 17        Indianapolis, IN    Gainbridge Fieldhouse Sep 01        Tinley Park, IL        Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre Sep 06        Salt Lake City, UT    Delta Center Sep 08        Denver, CO        Ball Arena Sep 15        Las Vegas, NV        T-Mobile Arena Sep 20        San Antonio, TX    Frost Bank Center Sep 21        El Paso, TX        UTEP Don Haskins Center Sep 28        Anaheim, CA        Honda Center Sep 29        Palm Desert, CA    Acrisure Arena Oct 05        Sacramento, CA    Golden 1 Center Oct 11        Leon, MX        Mega Velaria* Oct 12        Mexico City, MX    Plaza De Toros* Oct 31        Monterrey, MX        Arena Monterrey* Nov 1        Monterrey, MX        Arena Monterrey* Nov 2        Torreon, MX        Coliseo Centenario* Nov 7        Oaxaca, MX        Auditorio GNP* Nov 9        San Luis Potosi, MX    El Domo Nov 16        Inglewood, CA        Intuit Dome

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Get ready for the release of 'Sticky', the new single from the talented and award-winning pop artist 'Yassie'….

Nashville's Pop star, Yassie, continues to reign in the genre with her latest single, "Sticky," set to release on September 6th across all streaming platforms. The track is a vibrant homage to the classic R&B/Pop sound of the late '80s and early '90s. Yassie's distinctive southern flair offers a taste of the leisurely, romantic vibes that have become her trademark. Her confident delivery of lyrics will make you smile and groove along with her. Experience the video promo for "Sticky" and immerse yourself in the track's charm.

"Sticky" provides a preview of Yassie's highly anticipated album "Reflection," set for release in late September 2024. It's poised to be a groundbreaking project that captures the spirit of Nashville's eclectic music scene and is expected to make a significant impression on its audience.

Yassie's journey from the heartbreak of losing her mother to cancer at a young age to her rise to fame in the music industry is nothing short of remarkable. Her chart-topping single "Vibe With Me" has been played on radio stations nationwide and even in the UK, including 100.3 R&B in Raleigh, NC, 93.9 The Dream in Las Vegas, Choice 107 in Columbia, SC, Dominion Global Radio in Houston, TX, Easy R&B in London, England, Jammin 103.9 in Little Rock, AR, Love 101 in Indianapolis, IN, Magic 93.3 in Denver, CO, Majic 102.3 in Dallas, TX, Pure Sounds Radio in Chicago, IL, Quiet Storm 95.7 in Savannah, GA, and Z102 in Columbus, GA.Yassie's dulcet tones have captivated new listeners everywhere. Her success led to more than twenty performances in the summer of 2023, including singing the national anthem for the Memphis Grizzlies' G League team, The Memphis Hustle, and earning multiple awards and nominations, solidifying her status as a pop music sensation. 

The anticipated release of "Sticky" and the forthcoming album "Reflections" mark Yassie's further expansion into musical creativity. Her artistic voyage transcends musical limits, placing her creative evolution in the spotlight. Her single "Vibe With Me" gained recognition by featuring in several films on Tubi and Peacock throughout 2023-2024. Looking ahead to 2025, Yassie aims to showcase her versatility by venturing into acting.

Yassie is also preparing for the eagerly awaited release of her second single, 'Trippin,' from her album 'Reflection,' which is scheduled for release on September 28th. This coincides with her interview on 'Perspectives with Alana McLaughlin,' set to air on the Fox 17 WZTV network, as well as on My30 and The CW Nashville. To stay updated on all her latest activities, be sure to follow her on Instagram at @Yassie_Official.

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MS. LAURYN HILL & THE FUGEES ANNOUNCE “THE MISEDUCATION ANNIVERSARY TOUR”

5x Grammy winner and one of the most notable hip hop, R&B, and fashion/style icons of all time, Ms. Lauryn Hill is continuing where she left off – once again reuniting with The Fugees, to co-headline an extension of The Miseducation Anniversary Tour in honor of the landmark album that was just named the best album of all time by Apple Music. The tour will feature music from The Miseducation of Ms. Lauryn Hill, The Score and more. Kicking off August 9th in Tampa, the 21-date tour will include US shows in Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles and more along with international dates in London, Manchester, Paris and Amsterdam. The Fugees will co-headline all dates and YG Marley will be joining as support. Ticketing information for the new dates and routing can be found below. U.S. TICKETS & PRESALES: Tickets will be available starting with a Citi presale (details below) beginning Tuesday, June 25. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, June 28 at 10:00 AM local time at LiveNation.com. - CITI PRESALE: Citi is the official card of U.S. dates of The Miseducation Anniversary Tour. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, June 25 at 10:00 AM local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com. EUROPEAN TICKETS & PRESALES: Tickets for shows in Europe/UK will be available starting with a Mastercard presale (details below) beginning Wednesday, June 26. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, June 28 at 10:00 AM local time at LiveNation.co.uk. - MASTERCARD PRESALE: Mastercard cardholders have special access to presale and tickets in France & the Netherlands starting on Wednesday, June 26 at 10:00 AM local time. Preferred ticket access is available to Mastercard cardholders in the UK starting on Friday, June 28 at 10:00 AM local time. Visit www.priceless.com/music to find out more. VIP PACKAGES: Fans can also purchase VIP Packages, which may include premium tickets, individual photo op with Ms. Lauryn Hill & Fugees, pre-show VIP Hospitality Lounge, autographed poster, specially designed gift item & more. VIP package contents vary based on offer selected. For more information, visit vipnation.com or vipnation.eu. $2 from each ticket sold will go to the MLH Fund to benefit a list of local and worldwide organizations benefiting initiatives concerning Mental Health, Women’s Wellness, Community Small Business Development, Education and more throughout the diaspora. The impact that The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill had on music, fashion, and American and world culture is immeasurable and continues to influence the world's biggest artists. Entered into the Library of Congress in 2015, Ms. Hill and her Diamond-certified album achieved numerous firsts including being the first ever Hip Hop album to receive an Album Of The Year Grammy Award, being the first woman to be nominated for 10 Grammy awards in one year and being the first woman to win 5 Grammys in one night. UPCOMING LIVE DATES Fri Aug 09 - Tampa, FL - MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre Sun Aug 11 - West Palm Beach, FL - iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre Fri Aug 16 - Atlanta, GA - Lakewood Amphitheatre Sun Aug 18 - Charlotte, NC - PNC Music Pavilion Wed Aug 21 - Philadelphia, PA - TD Pavilion at The Mann Fri Aug 23 - Bristow, VA - Jiffy Lube Live Sun Aug 25 - Mansfield, MA - Xfinity Center Wed Aug 28 - Cincinnati, OH - Riverbend Music Center Fri Aug 30 - Milwaukee, WI - American Family Insurance Amphitheater Sat Aug 31 - Tinley Park, IL - Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre Wed Sep 04 - Huntsville, AL – The Orion Amphitheater* Fri Sep 06 - Dallas, TX - Dos Equis Pavilion Sat Sep 07 - Houston, TX - The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman Fri Sep 13 - Mountain View, CA - Shoreline Amphitheatre Sun Sep 15 - Chula Vista, CA - North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre Tue Sep 17 - Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood Bowl Fri Sep 20 - Wantagh, NY - Northwell at Jones Beach Theater Sat Sep 21 - Holmdel, NJ - PNC Bank Arts Center Sat Oct 12 - Manchester, UK - Co-op Live Mon Oct 14 - London, UK - The O2 Fri Oct 18 - Paris, France - Accor Arena Tue Oct 22 - Amsterdam, Holland - Ziggo Dome *Not a Live Nation Date   Read the full article

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MS. LAURYN HILL & THE FUGEES ANNOUNCE “THE MISEDUCATION ANNIVERSARY TOUR”

5x Grammy winner and one of the most notable hip hop, R&B, and fashion/style icons of all time, Ms. Lauryn Hill is continuing where she left off – once again reuniting with The Fugees, to co-headline an extension of The Miseducation Anniversary Tour in honor of the landmark album that was just named the best album of all time by Apple Music. The tour will feature music from The Miseducation of Ms. Lauryn Hill, The Score and more. Kicking off August 9th in Tampa, the 21-date tour will include US shows in Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles and more along with international dates in London, Manchester, Paris and Amsterdam. The Fugees will co-headline all dates and YG Marley will be joining as support. Ticketing information for the new dates and routing can be found below. U.S. TICKETS & PRESALES: Tickets will be available starting with a Citi presale (details below) beginning Tuesday, June 25. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, June 28 at 10:00 AM local time at LiveNation.com. - CITI PRESALE: Citi is the official card of U.S. dates of The Miseducation Anniversary Tour. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, June 25 at 10:00 AM local time through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com. EUROPEAN TICKETS & PRESALES: Tickets for shows in Europe/UK will be available starting with a Mastercard presale (details below) beginning Wednesday, June 26. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general onsale beginning Friday, June 28 at 10:00 AM local time at LiveNation.co.uk. - MASTERCARD PRESALE: Mastercard cardholders have special access to presale and tickets in France & the Netherlands starting on Wednesday, June 26 at 10:00 AM local time. Preferred ticket access is available to Mastercard cardholders in the UK starting on Friday, June 28 at 10:00 AM local time. Visit www.priceless.com/music to find out more. VIP PACKAGES: Fans can also purchase VIP Packages, which may include premium tickets, individual photo op with Ms. Lauryn Hill & Fugees, pre-show VIP Hospitality Lounge, autographed poster, specially designed gift item & more. VIP package contents vary based on offer selected. For more information, visit vipnation.com or vipnation.eu. $2 from each ticket sold will go to the MLH Fund to benefit a list of local and worldwide organizations benefiting initiatives concerning Mental Health, Women’s Wellness, Community Small Business Development, Education and more throughout the diaspora. The impact that The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill had on music, fashion, and American and world culture is immeasurable and continues to influence the world's biggest artists. Entered into the Library of Congress in 2015, Ms. Hill and her Diamond-certified album achieved numerous firsts including being the first ever Hip Hop album to receive an Album Of The Year Grammy Award, being the first woman to be nominated for 10 Grammy awards in one year and being the first woman to win 5 Grammys in one night. UPCOMING LIVE DATES Fri Aug 09 - Tampa, FL - MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre Sun Aug 11 - West Palm Beach, FL - iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre Fri Aug 16 - Atlanta, GA - Lakewood Amphitheatre Sun Aug 18 - Charlotte, NC - PNC Music Pavilion Wed Aug 21 - Philadelphia, PA - TD Pavilion at The Mann Fri Aug 23 - Bristow, VA - Jiffy Lube Live Sun Aug 25 - Mansfield, MA - Xfinity Center Wed Aug 28 - Cincinnati, OH - Riverbend Music Center Fri Aug 30 - Milwaukee, WI - American Family Insurance Amphitheater Sat Aug 31 - Tinley Park, IL - Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre Wed Sep 04 - Huntsville, AL – The Orion Amphitheater* Fri Sep 06 - Dallas, TX - Dos Equis Pavilion Sat Sep 07 - Houston, TX - The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman Fri Sep 13 - Mountain View, CA - Shoreline Amphitheatre Sun Sep 15 - Chula Vista, CA - North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre Tue Sep 17 - Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood Bowl Fri Sep 20 - Wantagh, NY - Northwell at Jones Beach Theater Sat Sep 21 - Holmdel, NJ - PNC Bank Arts Center Sat Oct 12 - Manchester, UK - Co-op Live Mon Oct 14 - London, UK - The O2 Fri Oct 18 - Paris, France - Accor Arena Tue Oct 22 - Amsterdam, Holland - Ziggo Dome *Not a Live Nation Date   Read the full article