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The Weeknd previews a new record off his forthcoming studio albums.

Canadian singer, The Weeknd is set to drop the first single, “Dancing in the Flames,” from his upcoming album Hurry Up Tomorrow this Friday. The song was first showcased during his “One Night Only” show in São Paulo, Brazil, last Saturday. The single will be accompanied by a music video filmed entirely on the newly announced iPhone 16 Pro. The video was directed by Anton Tammi with Erik Henrikkson as the director of photography, promising a unique visual experience. Following the single’s release, The Weeknd will travel to Australia next month for the final leg of his “After Hours” tour. Fans are eagerly awaiting both the new track and video, as well as the conclusion of his global tour, which has been a major highlight in the pop star’s career.

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Nicki Minaj rants on X following Lil Wayne’s Super Bowl exclusion.

After Kendrick Lamar was announced as the 2025 Super Bowl headliner, fans and hip-hop personalities expressed shock over Lil Wayne’s exclusion. Among them was Nicki Minaj, who took to social media, suggesting Wayne was unfairly overlooked for a performance spot in New Orleans. Without naming names, Minaj’s tweets appeared to criticize Roc Nation, hinting at Jay-Z’s involvement in the decision. In a pointed tweet, she referenced Colin Kaepernick’s protest against the NFL and Jay-Z’s subsequent partnership with the league, implying a sellout. The backlash continued as Master P, DJ Akademiks, and Boosie Badazz defended Wayne, accusing Jay-Z of holding a grudge against Drake, possibly stemming from his past feud with Kendrick Lamar. This situation has sparked intense debate about fairness and politics in music industry decisions

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Voice of “Darth Vader”, James Earl Jones has died at age 93.

Acclaimed actor, James Earl Jones, the award-winning actor famed for his deep bass voice as Darth Vader in “Star Wars,” has died at 93. According to Deadline, Jones passed away at his home in Dutchess County, New York, as confirmed by his representatives at Independent Artist Group. Known for his commanding presence on stage, screen, and as a voice actor, critic David Thomson called Jones’s voice “one of the great basses of our time.” His death has led to a wave of tributes from actors and fans across the entertainment world. Jones’s illustrious career earned him an EGOT status with three Tony Awards, two Emmys, a Grammy, and an Honorary Oscar. Besides Darth Vader in “Star Wars,” Jones is also cherished for voicing Mufasa in “The Lion King,” cementing his legacy as an iconic voice in film history.

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Destin Daniel Cretton set to reportedly direct Spider-Man 4.

The director of “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” Destin Daniel Cretton, is reportedly in talks to direct “Spider-Man 4,” ending speculation about who would helm the next installment of the blockbuster franchise. Variety reports that a source close to the “Shang-Chi” sequel’s production has revealed that “Spider-Man 4” is now a top priority for the studio. Cretton is still developing the sequel to “Shang-Chi.” While plot details remain under wraps, the conclusion of 2021’s “Spider-Man: No Way Home” featured Doctor Strange casting a spell that erased the world’s memory of Peter Parker being Spider-Man, meaning MJ (Zendaya) and Ned (Jacob Batalon) no longer remember him. Reports confirm Tom Holland will return for the next Spider-Man film, although Sony and Marvel have yet to officially announce the news.

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Tory Lanez’s prison recording equipment allegedly confiscated.

Authorities have reportedly seized Tory Lanez’ recording equipment during a raid on his prison cell. TMZ Hip-Hop first reported the news on September 9, 2024, with Ceasar McDowell, a key member of Lanez’s legal team, confirming the incident. Lanez, who is currently serving time at the California Correctional Institution for shooting Megan Thee Stallion, has recently released several songs from his series “Prison Tapes,” including “Basement” and “Appellate Court.” As a result, Lanez’ “Prison Tapes” might be put on hold. According to reports, inmates are “strictly forbidden from having recording devices for various reasons.” Following the news of the confiscation, internet users were quick to speculate, suggesting it was a move orchestrated by Jay-Z and Roc Nation.

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