Mariah Carey announces the death of her mother and sister on the same day.
Grammy award winner, Mariah Carey has announced a profound family tragedy, revealing that her mother, Patricia, and her sister, Alison, passed away on the same day. In a statement, Carey expressed her heartbreak over her mother’s recent death and the additional sorrow of losing her sister on the same day. She wrote, My heart is broken that I’ve lost my mother this past weekend. Sadly, in a tragic turn of events, my sister lost her life on the same day.” She noted that she had been able to spend the last week with her mother and thanked everyone for their support and privacy during this difficult time. Alison Carey, who had been estranged from Mariah, died at 63 in hospice care in Greene County, N.Y., after facing severe health issues related to organ function and substance abuse. Fans have expressed their condolences on social media following the news.
Mariah Carey says her mother and sister have died on the same day:
“My heart is broken that I’ve lost my mother this past weekend. Sadly, in a tragic turn of events, my sister lost her life on the same day.” pic.twitter.com/KLrAoKtzHo
— Pop Base (@PopBase) August 26, 2024
Nicki Minaj reveals the release date for the deluxe edition of Pink Friday 2.
Acclaimed rapper, Nicki Minaj is set to make a major splash once again with the deluxe edition of her hit album Pink Friday 2. Dubbed Gag City Reloaded, this expanded version will be released on September 13. Minaj shared the news through a social media post featuring personal photos with her husband, Kenny. The deluxe album’s launch will coincide with the second leg of Minaj’s world tour. Recently, Minaj announced that Gag City Reloaded will include additional tracks, including “Anxiety” which she had earlier previewed. She also revealed that there were plans to perform 2-3 of these new songs during her PF2 #GagCityReloaded TOUR. Her fans, known as the Barbz, have expressed major excitement about the upcoming release and the chance to hear fresh material live.
🚨 Nicki Minaj announces the deluxe version of ‘Pink Friday 2’, ‘Gag City Reloaded’ out September 13th. pic.twitter.com/TfoY5Tfzb5
— Pop Base (@PopBase) August 26, 2024
Niniola set to release her new album, “Press Play” on September 13.
Afro house artist, Niniola is set to release her eagerly awaited album, “Press Play,” on September 13th, marking her first full-length project in four years. Known for her influential yet often underappreciated role in the music industry, Niniola’s upcoming album follows her recent collaboration on the single “Formula” with Pheelz. She has generated substantial buzz on social media with the announcement of “Press Play,” though details about the album remain largely undisclosed. To build anticipation, Niniola will drop a pre-release single titled “PEPPER DEM” this Friday. Fans are eagerly awaiting both the single and the album, promising an exciting return for the artist.
🚨 NEW NINIOLA ALBUM
💿 PRESS PLAY— Out September 13 🤩 pic.twitter.com/GmQP3YQ03E
— 𝗔𝗟𝗕𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 📀 (@AlbumTalksHQ) August 27, 2024
Halsey announces new confessional concept album, The Great Impersonator.
American popstar, Halsey has announced the release of the first single from their fifth studio album, The Great Impersonator, set to drop on June 4. The pop star took to social media to reveal the new album and its cover art, expressing excitement about this new phase. In a teaser trailer shared on August 27, Halsey described the album as a “confessional concept album” and hinted at a time-travel theme, exploring different musical styles from past decades. The album reflects Halsey’s journey through her battle with lupus and a rare T-cell lymphoproliferative disorder, prompting her to ponder her identity and legacy. Fans have also received personal letters and clues about the album via a newly-launched website, For My Last Trick. The full tracklist are yet to be announced.
Halsey announces new album, ‘The Great Impersonator.’
It’s described as a “confessional concept album.” pic.twitter.com/GvDJ0z27Bg
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) August 27, 2024
Travis Scott drops beautiful visual for “Drugs You Should Try It”.
On August 18, Travis Scott dropped a visually striking video for “Drugs You Should Try It,” marking the 10th anniversary of his mixtape Days Before Rodeo. The video begins with a tribute to Virgil Abloh, showcasing a neon-lit smoking cowboy sign. Scott’s journey through the video depicts him free-falling into a pool of despair, exploring the depths of his psyche. Viewers are encouraged to play the track at maximum volume for the best experience. The video features slow-motion shots of Scott jumping shirtless under the night sky, smoking a joint, and rapping under a red light while submerged in cold water. The mixtape, originally released in 2014 with tracks like “Don’t Play” and “Mamacita,” was re-released on August 23 on streaming platforms.
TRAVIS SCOTT
DRUGS YOU SHOULD TRY IT
(MUSIC VIDEO) 🎥🚨OUT NOW🚨pic.twitter.com/1Csfmb8epx
— NFR Podcast (@nfr_podcast) August 27, 2024
