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31.05.2023 - 08:33 / foxnews.com
By most standards, the national anthem is not an easy song to sing. And some singers seem to struggle with it more than others. When it comes to "The Star-Spangled Banner," the moving song written by Francis Scott Key during the War of 1812 that became America's official anthem in 1931, most people want to hear a traditional performance.
It's not seen as a number open to interpretation. However, Jewel added her own spin when she performed over the weekend at the Indianapolis 500. The folk-pop singer, known for hits like "You Were Meant for Me" and "Foolish Games," is undeniably talented, but when she sang the anthem, she made it sound more like her own song.
She accompanied herself on an acoustic guitar, and it sounded very much like something that could be on one of her albums. After the performance, viewers reacted strongly on social media, with one person writing, "Jewel, quit butchering an iconic song trying to make it your own interpretation." Another person claimed the rendition was "to the point of being disrespectful," and yet another called it "ABSOLUTELY DREADFUL!" Others were more constructive with their feedback, like the person who told her, "You have a beautiful voice, and it was beautifully sung. But the original sound and rhythm of the anthem has a very special place and meaning in our country, especially to many of those older than you.That's why there is so much criticism.
Best to you!" Some were clear but not cruel, like the person who wrote, "No. Never change the natural rhythm and pace of the National Anthem. Bad idea." While many Indy 500 viewers were displeased by Jewel's performance, she's hardly the first artist to receive this kind of criticism.
Lover. With its infectious uptempo beats, the song had the potential to change the world and become another massive hit for Swift.
Sierra Boggess will reprise her role as ‘Mary’ in the Broadway production of Harmony, the new musical by Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman that premiered Off Broadway last spring.
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Embattled country musician Jimmie Allen is being sued by a second woman who is accusing him of sexual assault. And the details of this new case against the recording artist are very, very concerning — to say the least. As we reported last month, the country
Jimmie Allen has been hit with a sexual assault lawsuit for the second time in just one month.
Jimmie Allen is being accused of sexual assault for the second time in two months.
Elizabeth Wagmeister Senior Correspondent Country star Jimmie Allen is being sued for sexual assault by a new accuser, who claims she filed a police report after Allen secretly filmed her during sex. This is the second woman to come forward publicly with sexual assault allegations against the Grammy-nominated country singer. The new lawsuit, filed Friday in Tennessee federal court, comes less than one month after Allen was accused of rape and repeated sexual abuse by a woman who worked on his former management team. Those accusations, first reported by Variety, resulted in Allen being dropped by his publicist and suspended by his label, agency and management. In the new lawsuit, obtained by Variety, the woman — who is identified as “Jane Doe 2” – alleges that she was randomly approached by Allen on a plane last year, and after that first meeting, the country singer pursued her and engaged in daily communication over the phone. After two months of constant, long-distance conversation, they agreed to meet in Las Vegas where, according to the lawsuit, she was sexually assaulted.
Jenelle Riley Deputy Awards and Features Editor Paul Walter Hauser has made hamburgers the latest red carpet accessory.The actor has found himself making the rounds lately thanks to his stunning turn as serial killer Larry Hall in Apple TV Plus’ limited series “Black Bird,” a role that has already netted him a SAG Award nomination and wins from the Golden Globes and the Critics Choice Awards. After Jamie Lee Curtis asked him to bring her a burger to the next event, Hauser showed up at the Critics Choice Awards with a patty – only to learn Curtis couldn’t attend due to COVID. He later proposed to her with a smashburger at the AARP Movies for Grownups Awards and brought 20 burgers to the SAG Awards, where he handed them out to the likes of Adam Sandler. When Hauser’s name was called amongst the nominees in his category, he perfectly timed a blissful bite on camera.So when Hauser joined us as a guest on this week’s episode of the Variety Awards Circuit podcast, we wanted to get his opinion on one of our favorite hamburgers in town, from the Corner Deli – which is located inside a gas station next to our offices. Listen below for his full review.
Trey Songz, real name Tremaine Aldon Neverson, has been hit with a $10 million lawsuit accusing the R&B artist of sexual battery and assault. Confirmed by court records obtained by Rolling Stone, a Jane Doe alleges he groped and exposed her breast at a pool party. A video of the incident was released back in April 2022 on TMZ.
This article contains major spoilers for the ‘Barry’ finale.Critics and fans alike have praised the final-ever episode of Barry, with some even hailing it as the “true best show on television”.Created by Alec Berg and Bill Hader, the dark comedy/drama follows the story of hitman and aspiring actor Barry Berkman (Hader) as he attempts to escape his violent past.
Jewel honored America over Memorial Day weekend at the Indy 500. The 49-year-old country singer, whose full name is Jewel Kilcher, put her own twist on the "Star Spangled Banner" at the race car event, playing an acoustic guitar during the performance.Wearing an all-white jumpsuit, a white cowboy hat, and a black-and-white checkered scarf around her head, Jewel gave a slowed-down, passionate performance.But the cover of the historic song left fans divided online.«I’m sorry, but the National Anthem should NEVER, be changed up like this.
Singing the American national anthem is no easy feat.
SPOILER ALERT: The following story contains details from the series finale of HBO‘s Barry.
Jimmy Buffett is sharing a health update for his loyal fan base after he was hospitalized for an unnamed medical issue. On Friday evening, Buffett shared a statement to his social media accounts.
Jimmy Buffett has shared a health update after being hospitalized for an undisclosed illness.
WNBA star Brittney Griner stood for the national anthem Friday before her team’s game against the Los Angeles Sparks.
Jimmy Buffett, the beloved “Margaritaville” singer who canceled a string of performances last fall due to an unspecified illness, has pulled out of a stadium concert planned for tomorrow after being newly hospitalized this week.
Jimmy Buffett has an upsetting message for his many loyal fans. The popular singer has revealed that he's unable to go through with a scheduled concert this weekend in Charleston, South Carolina, because he's been hospitalized for an issue that required "immediate attention." In a statement he shared on Twitter, he wrote, "These few words from Mark Twain about life changes, seemed perfect to pass on at this time.
Jimmy Buffett has been forced to cancel a performance after being hospitalised for an undisclosed health issue. The Margaritaville singer was set to perform in Charleston, South Carolina on Saturday, however, he announced on Facebook that the show would have to be rescheduled due to his health. The 76-year-old performer explained that he had recently been for a check-up and ended up having to go to the hospital for immediate medical attention.
Jimmy Buffett is focusing on his health. The 76-year-old musician shared on Thursday that he has been forced to reschedule his concert in Charleston, South Carolina, which was originally set to take place on Saturday, May 20 at the Credit One Stadium.The «Margaritaville» singer shared a note with his fans on his website about the reason for the delay to the show, writing, «I had a sudden change of plans this week that affected us all.