Kanye West News

Avant-garde rapper and producer IDK has unveiled a new video for 'Lilly' from his most recent album Is He Real?. 'Lilly,' directed by Matt Zolly, incorporates IDK's vivid lyricism with elements of art, imagery and tragedy all rolled into one cinematic visual.

Rising singer and multi-instrumentalist Christian Lalama is back with his latest single “Miss Me” (Atlantic Records) available today at all digital music retailers and streaming services. The young recording artist embraces a more evolved sound on his newest catchy release which arrives alongside a companion video, streaming now via his official YouTube channel - watch below!

The United Palace - one of five famed 'Loews Wonder Theatres' - is approaching their 90 year mark and there's no better time to officially introduce New Yorkers to the newly renovated and reimagined theater in the culturally rich neighborhood of Washington Heights, New York.

On the heels of winning her fourth Grammy Award, Angélique Kidjo concludes her Perspectives series with Daughter of Independence on Saturday, March 14 at 8:00 p.m. in Stern Auditorium/ Perelman Stage.

 HBO Max has acquired U.S. rights to Impact Partners' and Jane Doe Films' widely acclaimed On The Record following the film's premiere at this year's Sundance Film Festival, marking the streamers first festival acquisition. The film received high praise from critics across the board, enjoyed three standing ovations following its premiere screening, and has been lauded by The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, and multiple outlets as one of the top films coming out of this year's festival.

New shows on sale at bergenPAC: Michael Franti & Spearhead on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020 at 8 p.m.; Vic DiBitetto on Friday, Nov. 6, 2020 at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, Feb. 7, 2020 at 11 a.m. at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling bergenPAC's Box Office at (201) 227-1030.

Internationally acclaimed harpist Kirsten Agresta Copely today announced the release of Around The Sun, an all-original new age harp album. This CD takes listeners on a journey through a 365-day cycle from “Daybreak” to “Winter's Bone” with beautiful, introspective melodies and ambient soundscapes. This marks Kirsten's third solo album and first as composer.

Tame Impala (Kevin Parker) will release his fourth studio album, The Slow Rush on February 14 (Interscope). Today he releases the music video for the single, a?oeLost In Yesterday.a??

Liverpool's Epstein Theatre promises a month of critically acclaimed drama, classic hits, award-winning comedy, magic with a twist and the return of an acclaimed show born at The Epstein.

Multi-faceted artist, composer and experimental producer Wuh Oh aka Peter Ferguson has released his highly anticipated new single 'How Do You Do It?'.

THE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, PURCHASE COLLEGE (The PAC), along with Gala Committee Co-Chairs Umran Beba (SVP, Chief Diversity and Engagement Officer for PepsiCo) and Michelle Ifill (Retired, Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Verizon Corporate Services Group, Inc), are celebrating 42 years of world-class music, dance, theatre, film, comedy and family programming, with a very special evening starring audience-favorite Black Violin.

This February and March, Tasmanian avant-pop artist Costume presents the Dream Palace Tour a?" his highly anticipated first performances after an acclaimed, packed-out debut at DARK MOFO 2019 and the release of Costume's debut album Pan, recorded in Iceland at the iconic Greenhouse Studios (Björk, The xx, Anohni, Kanye West).

Mark Wahlberg talked with Ellen about his family's dog, and how the Pomeranian's scheduled arrival accidentally made Mark's wife believe Kim Kardashian West and Kanye West were coming over for dinner. The actor also chatted about his daughter's expensive hobby.

The full programme of events and performances which make up The Bunker's final season has now been announced. The eight-week Takeover Season will feature over 80 artists, 70 performances and a host of workshops, lectures and events, before The Bunker closes due to proposed redevelopment at the end of March 2020. For this Takeover Season, a different artist will curate each week, taking over the space and the programme as well as the bar and the box office, determining their own rules of engagement for the tenure.

Scott Bradlee shares on going from a creative kid to living his dream as the creative head of Postmodern Jukebox in his book 'Outside the Jukebox: How I Turned My Vintage Music Obsession into My Dream Gig.' His interview gives a candid and inspiring look into moments, conversions, and reflections in his long career growing the success of Postmodern Jukebox.

Mykki Blanco has teamed with Gucci and Dazed to create a special one-off live performance video for her track, “Lucky (Live In London)” which she dropped in late December. This collaboration marks the first installment of #GucciGig experiences. Mykki worked with directors Diana Kunst and Mau Morgó to create the clip. This special performance of new song “Lucky” was delivered with a 3-piece string section and movement choreographed by Tom Heyes. This song was produced by FaltyDL who also made an appearance on keyboards. Of the partnership, Mykki notes: 'I was thrilled when Gucci and Dazed asked me to be a part of their #GucciGig series, creating an original video that feels parts performance art, fashion film and live performance. Special projects like this are always a lot of fun and with two creative entities like Gucci and Dazed that support originality at their forefront.' 

Tame Impala (Kevin Parker) will release his fourth studio album, The Slow Rush on February 14 (Interscope), and today he releases the single, “Lost In Yesterday.” “Lost In Yesterday,” is a deep dive into the addictive nature of nostalgia propelled by loopy, driving disco. An examination of time's distorting effect on memories, on “Lost In Yesterday,” Parker realizes that even the most disdainful times can take on a rosy tinge the further they recede in the rearview. Looking back can be a tough habit to break, but the track's compulsive bassline, sprinkles of electronic stardust and chorus catharsis ensure the focus is firmly on the future.

In celebration of the music festival's 20th anniversary, YouTube Originals today announced it is partnering with Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival for a feature-length documentary “Coachella: 20 Years in the Desert” set to premiere March 31. The announcement comes on the heels of Coachella's official 2020 lineup and with news that YouTube is back as the exclusive live stream partner for both weekends of the festival.

Kanye West presented his new opera, Mary, at Lincoln Center this past weekend. The opera previously debuted in Miami last weekend, as BroadwayWorld previously reported.

City Winery Chicago has released its schedule (1200 W. Randolph St) for the month. All City Winery Chicago events are open to all ages and start at 8:00 p.m., unless noted.  Tickets can be purchased by calling 312-733-WINE (9463) or by visiting www.citywinery.com/chicago.