Ayra Starr to collaborate with Khalid on his upcoming single, Make It Up To You.
Grammy-nominated singer Khalid has announced a new collaboration with Afrobeats star Ayra Starr on his upcoming single, Make It Up To You, set to release on December 6, 2024. The track marks an exciting new direction in Khalid’s musical journey, blending his smooth R&B vocals with Ayra Starr’s vibrant Afrobeats style. Khalid shared the news on social media, posting a photo with Ayra Starr and captioning it, “Make It Up To You @ayrastarr 12/6,” a post that was quickly shared by Ayra Starr as well. The collaboration is expected to bring a fresh sound to Khalid’s discography. Ayra Starr, fresh off joining Coldplay on tour and the release of her 2024 album, The Year I Turned 21, has already made waves with features from artists like Coco Jones, Asake, and Givēon, further heightening anticipation for the track.
KHALID X AYRA STARR
“MAKE IT UP TO YOU” OUT FRIDAY 6TH 🧡 pic.twitter.com/4Ai8jxi4cP
— 49th. (@the49thstreet) December 2, 2024
Spotify has announced that its 2024 Wrapped will go live tomorrow.
Music fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating Spotify Wrapped 2024, the annual feature that reveals personal listening habits from the past year. Wrapped has become a highly anticipated social media event, showcasing user data through fun graphics, playlists, and insights like top artists, song playtime, and listening streaks. This year, Spotify has teased fans with playful messages, asking, “Are you #SpotifyWrapped ready?” Many users are even sharing strategies online to manipulate their listening habits for a coveted spot in Spotify’s top rankings. Spotify confirmed that Wrapped data is tracked from January through October, debunking rumors that data collection stops in October. The feature goes live on December 4, offering users a personalized experience, with highlights including “music aura” categorizations and a comparison to global trends. Wrapped continues to be one of the most engaging year-end promotions in the music world.
The #SpotifyWrapped2024 will go live on Wednesday 4th of December. pic.twitter.com/4E9XnBxA92
— 49th. (@the49thstreet) December 2, 2024
Wizkid thrills with a beautiful performance at the 2024 British Fashion Awards.
Afrobeats star, Wizkid delivered a mesmerizing performance of his new song “Troubled Mind” at the 2024 British Fashion Awards, held at London’s Royal Albert Hall. The Grammy-winning artist captivated the audience with a deeply emotional rendition of the track, which opens his latest album Morayo. Among the star-studded crowd were influential figures from the fashion world, including British-Nigerian designer Tolu Coker, Dior’s Kim Jones, and Tom Ford. Irish designer Jonathan Anderson took home the Designer of the Year award for a second consecutive year, while Rihanna and A$AP Rocky were also in attendance. Rocky was honored with the Cultural Innovator award, further adding to the event’s glamour. The night celebrated both fashion and music, marking another milestone in Wizkid’s successful career.
Wizkid becomes the first African Artiste to perform at the British Fashion Awards at London's most iconic venue, Royal Albert Hall in the UK.
He also closed out the event. pic.twitter.com/C6EEu28NaC
— Africa Facts Zone (@AfricaFactsZone) December 3, 2024
Anya Taylor-Joy to star in new Apple TV+ limited series, Lucky.
Academy Award winner, Anya Taylor-Joy will star in and executive produce the limited series Lucky for Apple TV+, based on Marissa Stapley’s bestselling novel. The series follows a young woman, portrayed by Taylor-Joy, who left a life of crime behind years ago but must confront her darker past one final time in a desperate bid to escape. Jonathan Tropper and Cassie Pappas are adapting the book and will serve as co-showrunners and executive producers. Reese Witherspoon and Lauren Neustadter will executive produce for Hello Sunshine, with Taylor-Joy producing through her Ladykiller Films banner. Lucky marks Taylor-Joy’s return to TV after her acclaimed role in The Queen’s Gambit, for which she won a Golden Globe and earned an Emmy nomination. She is also starring in the upcoming Apple Original Film, The Gorge. Apple Studios will produce the series.
Anya Taylor-Joy will star in & exec produce a new limited series ‘LUCKY’ for Apple TV+
The series follows a young woman who was raised in a life of crime but has left that world behind. However, she must return to her criminal side one more time in an attempt to escape her past.… pic.twitter.com/3aAaovWohs
— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) December 2, 2024
Loki actor, Jack Veal reveals that he is homeless in a viral video.
17-year-old actor, Jack Veal, known for playing Kid Loki in Marvel’s Loki series, has gone viral after sharing a TikTok video detailing his struggles with homelessness. In the emotional clip, Veal revealed he is living in a broken-down trailer with no electricity, two hours from his workplace. He described a difficult upbringing marked by physical and emotional abuse, financial exploitation, and mental health challenges, including autism, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and psychosis. “I’m a famous actor, I’m 17, and I’m homeless,” he stated, showing viewers his limited living conditions, including a makeshift bed and a power bank for his phone. Veal also claimed social services denied him assistance. Fans were shocked, with many rallying to support him through fundraisers and sharing his story. A repost of his video on Twitter has already surpassed 1.1 million views.
‘LOKI’ actor Jack Veal has revealed that he is currently homeless after receiving physical and emotional abuse from his family at home. pic.twitter.com/XevPTtOnnc
— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) December 3, 2024
