Austin-based Afro-rockers, queer band and Gen Z siblings, We Don't Ride Llamas, are officially returning to SXSW in 2023 with not one, but two, official showcases -- plus a bonus unofficial showcase. The official showcases are at Latchkey on Wednesday, March 15th and Sheraton BackYARD on Thursday, March 16th.
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On the heels of his recent Coachella performance announcement, Colombian-American singer songwriter ¿Téo? drops new single “A Mi Cama” from his upcoming new album Luna. Out now, the song was produced by Colombia-based producer, Golden and executive producer, Blanda.
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Born in Atlanta but based in LA, Colombian-American Mateo Arias, who performs and records under the name ¿Téo?, has unveiled a new song, “In the Essence.” Produced by John Blanda, and co-written by Arias and Maesu, the sensual track is further evidence of Arias’ unique blend of bossa nova, hip-hop and alternative music.
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The actor feeds Jennifer their favorite popcorn and reveals what dishes he cooks while still staying in impeccable shape. Jonathan also tells Jennifer about his role as a fighter pilot in his new film “Devotion” and shares that he’s “got the itch” to get his pilot license after racking up 27 hours in the sky. Watch videos from the show now!
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Casey Bishop EP, the self-titled debut EP from 17-year-old Florida-born singer Casey Bishop is out now via 19 Recordings/BMG. Produced by Chris Greatti (Yungblud, Poppy), the EP infuses punk energy and skyscraping rock ambition with alt-pop melodies. Over the course of six tracks, Casey delivers a full range of emotions with her lyrics.
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Nicky Jam (Bad Boys for Life) is set to star in the project, as well as produce as through La Industria, Inc., which he founded Brooks McLaren and D.J. Cotrona are attached to pen the screenplay. The two have already appeared on the famed Black List for their action-fueled script Fight or Flight.
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The six-track EP infuses punk energy and skyscraping rock ambition infused with alt-pop melodies. The Florida-born singer delivers a full range of emotions with her vulnerable and relatable lyrics. Alongside the announcement, Casey shares her new energetic single “Don’t Talk!,” co-written with Willow Smith.
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Grammy-winning hip hop icon Missy Elliott will make her debut on the Emmy-, GLAAD, and NAACP Image Award-nominated series, Craig of the Creek. Additionally, Grammy-winning singer, Anderson .Paak will return for season two. Willow Smith is also on board to join the adorable bears and reprise her role as Unica, magical unicorn and forest protector.
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Listen to the new track. Co-written by Willow Smith and produced by Chris Greatti (Yungblud, Poppy), “Bad Dream” infuses pop with aggressive rock energy. Casey Bishop won over millions of hearts while competing on Season 19 of ABC’s American Idol. Her impressive vocal range earned her a unanimous “yes” from the season's judges - Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, and Katy Perry
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iHeartRadio has announced additional performers for the 2022 “iHeartRadio Music Awards” including Olivia Rodrigo, Silk Sonic, Lil Nas X, Billy Porter, The Kid LAROI, David Guetta, Avril Lavigne, Shaun White, All Time Low, Willow Smith, Robin Thicke, Nicole Scherzinger, Gina Torres, Oliver Hudson, Lainey Wilson, Dove Cameron, and more.
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Grammy and Academy Award-winning singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist H.E.R. announced a new leg of her wildly successful 2021 BACK OF MY MIND tour. She will also add acting to her resume when she joins the all-star cast of “The Color Purple” musical film adaptation as ‘Squeak.’ Check out the full list of tour dates now!
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Twenty-one year old Icelandic-Chinese singer-songwriter, musician, cellist, guitarist and pianist Laufey makes her late night debut last night on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Laufey ended a whirlwind 2021 with an entirely sold-out tour. Watch the captivating performance of “Like The Movies” below.
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Today, the full list of nominees for the “53rd NAACP Image Awards” were announced. Nominees included Ariana DeBose, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Encanto, Cynthia Erivo, Audra McDonald, Respect, Taraji P. Henson, Tituss Burgess, Jennifer Hudson, Billy Porter, Denzel Washington, and more. Check out the full list of nominees now!
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“Bubble Rockstress” Alexa Villa shares the Spanish language version of her recent single, “Call Me Crazy.” This marks the debut Spanish language release from Villa, who has ancestral ties to Mexico and Spain. Listen to the new single now!
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Tonight, NBC will air its sixth live musical production. Following in the footsteps of The Sound of Music, Peter Pan, The Wiz, Hairspray, and Jesus Christ Superstar, the peacock network will be presenting Annie. Based on Harold Gray's comic strip titled Little Orphan Annie, this musical tells the story of a little orphan with equal measures of pluck and positivity who charms everyone's hearts, despite a next-to-nothing start in New York City in the year 1933.
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Amazon Prime has released the trailer for A Man Named Scott, a new documentary based on the life of Kid Cudi. The documentary features appearances by Kanye West, Timothée Chalamet, Shia LaBeouf, Willow Smith, Jaden Smith, Lil Yachty, and Pharrell Williams. It was directed by Robert Alexander.
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Watch the trailer for the new season of Steve Harvey's talk show, including new guests Ludacris, Lil Jon, Michelle Williams, Mike Tyson, Jackie Chan, Dwayne Wade, Earth, Wind & Fire, Cynthia Bailey & Mike Hill (from “The Real Housewives of Atlanta”), Diamond Jack (from Netflix’s “Love is Blind”), and many more.
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In support of the single, Villa will perform at El Cid in Los Angeles on August 16. “Call Me Crazy” will be featured on Villa’s upcoming Good Girl EP, which is planned for release in the coming months.
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Laufey—twenty-one year old Icelandic-Chinese singer-songwriter, musician, cellist and pianist—recently announced her forthcoming debut EP, Typical of Me, and shared a new track entitled “Best Friend,” which has already received support from the likes of Billboard and NPR Music.
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Jada Pinkett Smith will star in the upcoming film REDD ZONE for Netflix, which is being produced by Westbrook Studios.
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