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Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Kanye West‘s new Gap deal isn’t only huge for budget-conscious consumers … Daymond John says it could also be a game changer for Gap’s corporate culture …if it’s smart, at least. The “Shark Tank” star helped us follow the money on the Yeezy Gap 10-year deal … breaking down how
With so much good music being released all the time, it can be hard to determine what to listen to first. Every week, Pitchfork offers a run-down of significant new releases available on streaming services. This week’s batch includes new albums from Arca, HAIM, MIKE, Jessie Ware, and Quin Kirchner. Subscribe to Pitchfork’s New Music
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Mario says police can exercise restraint when they want to, but most cops just don’t … a lesson he’s already learned first hand. The singer joined us Thursday on “TMZ Live” and recounted his recent run-in with police in Miami, when guns were drawn and an intense standoff was diffused
This year’s edition of Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival in Manchester, Tennessee has been canceled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Originally rescheduled to September 24—27, 2020, the fest is now expected to return June 17—20, 2021. Ticketholders for 2020 will be able to roll their ticket over to next year, or request a refund. The 2020 edition of
Exclusive Tekashi 6ix9ine‘s Instagram page will stay up and running despite renewed uproar over his criminal record — because the platform feels he hasn’t violated their rules. Here’s the deal … 6ix9ine ran into some legal trouble even before he hit it big. When he was younger — age 18 — he pled guilty to
Okayplayer and OkayAfrica released a statement today announcing that the organizations have “severed all ties” and accepted the resignation of CEO and publisher Abiola Oke. “We take the allegations that have surfaced very seriously, and we stand with the brave women who came forward.” The company’s statement claims that an outside advisor will “review and
Breaking News Panic! at the Disco frontman Brendon Urie is not having it after one of his songs was played at President Trump‘s rallies … and he’s telling the campaign to kick rocks. Brendon went off on the Prez and his campaign after one of his most famous tracks — the 2018 hit “High Hopes”
Sigur Rós frontman Jónsi has announced his first solo album in a decade. Shiver arrives October 2 via Krunk. The new LP includes guest spots by Robyn and Cocteau Twins’ Liz Fraser, with production by A.G. Cook and Jónsi. Below, check out the tracklist and a video for new single “Swill,” directed by Barnaby Roper
Exclusive Lil Yachty got into a scary car wreck in Atlanta after his car and Mother Nature clashed … which left his sweet ride totaled, but he’s gonna be okay. The rapper was driving on Georgia State Route 400 Monday during some nasty rain and spun out, smashing into a barrier along the shoulder. Our
This Heat will release their discography digitally for the first time. The titles include the British experimental rock band’s two studio albums (1979’s This Heat and 1981’s Deceit), the 1980 Health and Efficiency EP, and a series of live albums (Repeat and Metal, Made Available, and Live 80/81). The records will come to streaming on
Exclusive George Floyd‘s death has not only sparked nationwide protests against police brutality and racism, it’s also fueled donations to charities and organizations … especially The Bail Project. Joseph Pate — spokesperson for the national nonprofit, which pays bail for people in need — tells TMZ … it has received more than $15 million from
Sacramento rapper Bris was shot dead on June 21, Sacramento County Coroner records confirm. He was 24. According to Sacramento Police, officers responded to a report of shots fired on June 21 at approximately 12:42 a.m. near Franklin Boulevard and Fruitridge Road. Upon arrival at the scene, officers located the rapper, born Christopher Treadwell, who
Breaking News Dolphins top draft pick Tua Tagovailoa is quickly learning the perks of being an NFL superstar — ’cause the QB just got noticed by his celebrity crush, Shania Twain!!! The rookie was doing a rapid-fire Q&A with the team when he was asked a bunch of questions … and Tua made sure to
Global Citizen and the European Commission have announced an upcoming televised concert titled “Global Goal: Unite for Our Future.” The virtual event will take place June 27, and feature performances by Quavo, Christine and the Queens, J Balvin, Usher, Coldplay, Jennifer Hudson, Miley Cyrus, Shakira, and more. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson will host. According to
Dennis Quaid threw a block party Saturday … and a legendary musician provided essential backup. Dennis, whose job description can fairly read, “Actor/Musician,” had all the trappings for his Brentwood neighbors … food, drink and music. Dennis and his band performed, with a special guest … Robby Krieger from The Doors played guitar for the
On Thursday, Noname released her new single, “Song 33.” It was widely speculated that Noname was responding to J. Cole’s song “Snow on Tha Bluff.” “He really ’bout to write about me while the world is in smokes,” she rapped on the new song. “When his people in trees, when George was begging for his
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Emile Hirsch is hoping the abandoned bus made famous by his 2007 film, “Into The Wild,” lands in a safer location than the Alaskan wilderness … and he’s got the perfect spot. Emile played the main character, Chris McCandless, and tells TMZ … if it were up to him, he
Thurston Moore has announced a new album that’s due in the fall. It’s called By the Fire, and it’s out September 25 on his Daydream Library Series label. He’s shared a song from the record, “Hashish,” which you can hear below. My Bloody Valentine’s Deb Googe contributed bass and backing vocals to By the Fire,
Exclusive Jay-Z, Beyonce and the kids hopped aboard a private jet Friday for the Hamptons, but not before Bey released a new song — “Black Parade” — on Juneteenth. Bey and Jay were decked out in face masks and super comfy sweatsuits. She’s carrying Rumi Carter, and Jay’s with Sir Carter. Blue Ivy was also
City Girls have shared a new song and announced a new album called City on Lock that’s coming later tonight. Watch the video for “Jobs” and check out the tracklist to City on Lock below. City on Lock arrives nearly two years after the duo’s breakout albums Period and G I R L C O
Rapper Tray Savage, a member of Chief Keef‘s record label, is dead … TMZ has learned. Tray was shot and killed Friday on the South Side of Chicago … according to sources. We’re told the rapper was driving in the Chatham neighborhood around 11 AM when someone opened fire, striking Tray in the shoulder and
On May 26, the day after George Floyd was killed, 12-year-old Keedron Bryant shared a powerful video where he sang a cappella, “I’m a young Black man/Doing all that I can/To stand.” The song’s lyrics were written by Keedron’s mother Johnetta Bryant. Sharing the video, Bryant wrote, “Just singing what’s on my heart… hope this
Exclusive Danielle Bregoli — AKA Bhad Bhabie — is returning to her regularly scheduled program in the music biz, ’cause she’s out of rehab and ready to get back to work. Sources close to Bhad Bhabie tell TMZ … the 17-year-old rapper was released Wednesday after completing a 30-day rehab program. We’re told she feels
Kraftwerk are releasing the original German-language versions of their classic albums on digital streaming platforms for the first time ever, as the Quietus points out. On July 3, original versions of Trans Europa Express, Die Mensch-Maschine, Computerwelt, Techno Pop, and The Mix, will be available to stream. Additionally, the group will release a Dolby Atmos/HD
Machine Gun Kelly and Megan Fox have reached the sleepover stage of their relationship … which continues to move at warp speed. The actress was leaving the “Bloody Valentine” rapper’s Los Angeles house Wednesday, and they looked super comfortable with each other — almost like an old married couple — as he walked her out
The organizers of Woodstock 50 have filed suit in the Supreme Court of the State of New York against Dentsu, a Japanese firm that had agreed to finance the doomed festival scheduled for August 2019 but officially canceled in July, Variety reports. The festival alleges that Dentsu Group, Dentsu Aegis Network, and MKTG conspired with
Exclusive 2 Chainz‘s got more drama over his ATL joint, and this time it’s beef with the keepers of Pablo Escobar’s name … who are suing the rapper over the restaurant’s name. Pablo Escobar‘s family company, Escobar Inc., is suing 2 Chainz for at least $10 million … claiming his Escobar Restaurant and Tapas —
Lil Uzi Vert has joined rising Alabama rap star NoCap on a new song called “Count a Million.” It’s the first new track from NoCap’s forthcoming mixtape Steel Human, and his first piece of new music since 2019’s The Hood Dictionary. It’s also NoCap’s first release since being released from jail; back in September, he
Demi Lovato practiced some serious social distancing out in Joshua Tree … renting the famous “invisible house” for a romantic getaway with her boyfriend. The singer spent the weekend in the desert with BF and actor Max Ehrich … sparing no expense in one of America’s most iconic vacation homes, which goes for a cool