Drake Sues UMG and Spotify Over Kendrick Lamar’s Hit Song ‘Not Like Us’
Canadian rapper Drake has taken legal action against his record label, Universal Music Group (UMG), and music streaming giant Spotify, accusing them of unethical practices to promote Kendrick Lamar’s hit single Not Like Us. The lawsuit, filed on November 25, 2024, marks a dramatic escalation in the long-standing rap rivalry between Drake and Lamar. Allegations of […]
Wicked, Is Projected To Have The Top-Grossing Opening Weekend
New Hollywood film, Wicked, is projected to have the top-grossing opening weekend of any Broadway musical adaptation ever in the UK and Ireland, as well as North America. According to data firm the Boxoffice Company, the adaptation of the hit musical is expected to rake in $114m on its opening weekend in North America. In the UK and Ireland, the film is forecast to earn $17.6m this weekend, making it the top-grossing opening weekend of 2024. In North America, where Gladiator II also opened last Friday, this was the strongest weekend at the box office before the Thanksgiving holiday since 2013, the Boxoffice Company said. Final figures will be released today. READ ANOTHER STORY HERE: https://thebeat97.fm/federal-government-assures-nigerians-of-low-sulphur-fuels-and-cng/
Tems, Rema, and Seun Kuti to Perform at Coachella 2025
Nigeria will have strong representation at the 2025 Coachella music festival, with Tems, Rema, and Seun Kuti set to take the stage. The annual festival, held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, is one of the world’s most renowned music events and will run from April 11 to April 20. Tems, who wowed audiences […]
Denzel Washington Joins Family to Celebrate Premiere of ‘The Piano Lesson’
Denzel Washington took a break from promoting Gladiator II to support his family at the premiere of Netflix’s The Piano Lesson on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at the Egyptian Theatre in Los Angeles. The event was a family affair, with Denzel joined by his wife, Pauletta Washington, and three of their children: Katia, John David, and […]
Beyoncé to Headline NFL Christmas Halftime Show
Famous American singer, Beyoncé is set to headline the 2024 National Football League’s Christmas programming. The 43-year-old singer in a post on her Instagram page, announced that she will be performing during the halftime show of Houston Texans vs Baltimore Ravens NFL game. Beyoncé’s performance at the match-up between Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens is […]
Davido promises ₦300 Million Donation for Orphanages
Nigerian music superstar Davido, known for his philanthropic efforts, has announced plans to mark his upcoming birthday with a ₦300 million donation to orphanages and a charity focused on combating drug abuse and addiction among youth. Davido shared the news on Monday via X, stating, “Once again, my birthday this year, we are donating to […]
South Korean Actor, Song Jae-Rim Dies at 39
South Korean actor Song Jae-Rim, renowned for his role in the K-drama The Moon Embracing the Sun, was found dead at his Seoul apartment on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at the age of 39. Seoul’s Seongdong Police Station confirmed the incident, noting, “Currently, there is no evidence of foul play.” A two-page letter was reportedly […]
Bruno Mars Breaks Spotify Monthly Listener Record Twice
Bruno Mars has achieved a new milestone in his music career, surpassing The Weeknd’s record of 120 million monthly listeners on Spotify. The Weeknd, who became the first artist to reach 100 million monthly listeners and later set the bar at 120 million, has now been overtaken by Mars. This accomplishment follows Bruno Mars’s first […]
Reekado Banks Drops a New Single ‘Solo’
Reekado Banks has dropped a new single, ‘Solo’. The Afrobeats singer, who is well known for chart-topping records like ‘Ozumba Mbadiwe’, announced this on his Instagram page yesterday. READ ANOTHER STORY HERE: https://thebeat97.fm/super-eagles-players-arrive-camp-for-afcon-qualifier/
Kizz Daniel Features Adekunle Gold on the new hit single ‘Pano Tona’
Kizz Daniel’s new single, ‘Pano Tona,’ produced by Philkeys, Blaise Beat, and Reward Beats, features Adekunle Gold and showcases a seamless blend of their distinctive musical styles. The song combines Kizz Daniel’s melodic sound with Adekunle Gold’s Afro-fusion vocals, resulting in an upbeat track with a rhythmic chorus that stands out in both artists’ catalogs. […]