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Metallica are among investors in a $13.7million (£10.8million) funding round for the new artist-to-fan platform Medallion.The heavy metal veterans supported the platform – which allows artists to have a dedicated hub for releases, concerts, merchandise and more – for its Series A round.The round, co-led by Dragonfly and Lightspeed Faction, was secured with the support of Metallica’s Black Squirrel Partners alongside fellow musicians like Guy Lawrence of Disclosure, Jungle, Tiga and more. Various other tech investors included Coinbase Ventures, Infinite Capital and J17.Other music industry investors include Bill Silva Entertainment, Foundations Artist Management, Mt Joy, Method and TAG Music.Medallion, which launched in 2022, enables artists to cultivate a community-focused digital environment that allows for better fan engagement.As we continue to build the best direct-to-fan platform for music artists, we are thrilled to announce our $13.7 million Series A financing, led by @dragonfly_xyz and @lightspeedvp @FactionVC.
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Ariana Grande has dropped a teaser for her upcoming single ‘yes, and?’. Check it out below.The new trailer for the long-awaited track was shared by the singer earlier today (January 11), and in it, it sees her take aim at her biggest critics.In the clip, a number of critics are seen together in an elevator, making catty comments about Grande and agreeing on how they aren’t fans of her newer work as they still miss the earlier days of her career.“You know I think I liked her better when her ponytail was a few centimetres higher,” one says, while another agrees, saying: “Right, and I mean, who cares if she’s happy? I don’t want happy.
Mogwai have shared a trailer for their new documentary If The Stars Had A Sound. Check it out below.Arriving yesterday (January 10), the new trailer comes as the first preview to the upcoming documentary about the Scottish band – which is set to follow them from their inception to the present day.Filmed and directed by Antony Crook and produced by Kyrie MacTavish (Super Special, Anna and the Apocalypse), along with Blazing Griffin and Adler Entertainment, the post-production stage of the project is now complete, and set for release later this year.Scheduled to make its debut in the Spring, the world premiere of If The Stars Had A Sound will take place at South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, Texas, this March.“Over 25 years and 10 studio albums – using brute sonic force mixed with subtlety and grace – Mogwai have defined their own musical genre and built a loyal following by staying true to their sound and true to their roots,” reads a press release for the documentary.“The film takes us on a journey from their very beginnings, in the mid-1990s, to the band writing and rehearsing their tenth studio album in their hometown of Glasgow, Scotland in 2020 – a record made during lockdown,” it adds.
Steven J. Horowitz Senior Music Writer Jennifer Lopez has officially returned with the release of her new single “Can’t Get Enough” and its accompanying music video.
Owd Tatts Pub in Butler Green, Chadderton, has been proposed as the new site for ‘a small, local food store’ in plans submitted to Oldham Council this week. The development would see the “eyesore” pub building demolished after it has stood derelict for over four years.
21 Savage has unveiled a new trailer for his upcoming biopic – starring appearances from Donald Glover and Caleb McLaughlin. Check it out below.The forthcoming project is titled American Dream: The 21 Savage Story and is set to follow the life and career of the rapper, as well as the struggles he has faced along the way.In the new trailer, three generations of 21 Savage are depicted, each “in the heat of a personal crisis” at that stage in his life.
James Morrison's partner, Gill Catchpole, was reportedly searching for a new home just days before her tragic passing at the age of 45.The couple, who share two daughters, Elsie and Ada, have been together for around twenty years. Confirming Gill's death, a family friend told The Sun: "Gill was found dead on Friday at the family’s home in Whitminster. "James is devastated and is being supported by his family.
Paramore are reportedly gearing up for a new era and a record deal.The upcoming new chapter for the pop punk icons comes after fans were left concerned that news of a breakup may be imminent, following their social media presence being wiped clean.Last month, the trio – comprised of frontwoman Hayley Williams, guitarist Taylor York and drummer Zac Farro – took down all posts and images from their X, Facebook and Instagram profiles, while their official website displayed a 404 error message.Shortly beforehand, the band also said there was a “level of uncertainty” about their future, following the completion of their ‘This Is Why’ tour and recently-fulfilled obligations to their label.Now, however, it has been reported by Variety that the band have no plans to call it quits any time soon, but instead are looking for a ‘fresh start’ online since parting ways with their Atlantic record label.‘This Is Why’ marked their final album to be released with the esteemed label, and as of now, it remains uncertain whether the band intend to sign a new record deal or plan to stay independent for their future releases.Further speculation about the band came last week, when Williams and co. confirmed that they would be pulling out of their headline performance at the ALTer Ego Festival.They were set to play the set for iHeartRadio in Los Angeles on January 13, but announced on Friday (January 5) that they will be replaced by Fall Out Boy.
Singer James Morrison 's wife Gill Catchpole was house hunting just days before her tragic death aged 45.
Joseph Lelyveld, who won the 1986 Pulitzer Prize for nonfiction for his book, Move Your Shadow: South Africa, Black and White, and was a former executive editor and foreign correspondent for The New York Times, died on Friday at his Manhattan home.
Steven J. Horowitz Senior Music Writer Think you’ve got what it takes to hold your own alongside Billy Corgan? Now is your chance to prove it. Smashing Pumpkins have announced an open call on social media for an additional guitarist to join the band.
RuPaul’s Drag Race is premiering it’s new season THIS Friday night (January 5)!
Travis Barker is bringing in the new year with style.
Sabrina Carpenter had a lot of people in shock with the racy lyrics she used to end her performance during the Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve show.
John Mayer has gone viral after taking part in a New Year’s Eve interview, live from a cat bar in Japan.The moment took place during a live interview for the CNN New Year’s Eve broadcast over the weekend, when the singer, songwriter and guitarist tuned in live from a bar filled with cats in Tokyo.Mayer had been spending time in Japan to perform three shows at the Blue Note jazz club in Tokyo between December 29 and 31, and following his final gig had visited a venue called Cats In The Box.However, during the interview it was co-host Anderson Cooper who fell into hysterics as he was not expecting the musician in the unconventional interview location.“It’s a place you can come, enjoy a drink or two and talk to cats. It’s a cat bar.
Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly are stepping out on New Year’s Eve!
Shopping centres have been packed this week as people rushed to get their hands on a bargain or two in the Boxing Day sales. But there will be more chances to browse the shops this bank holiday weekend as we bring in the new year.
Going for a walk on New Year’s Day is an annual tradition. For those who’ve had a heavy night of partying it's a chance to blow the cobwebs away and a hearty walk outside can leave you feeling invigorated - setting you up for the year ahead.
The first teaser for the new season of 9-1-1 has been released as the show moves from Fox to ABC for its Season 7, starting March 14. And the brief clip proves once again that nowhere is completely safe.
EXCLUSIVE: With the 10th edition of the College Football Playoff set to cap off a high-rated season starting on New Year’s Day, Disney says advertising inventory is nearly sold out for the semifinals and championship.