The MTV Video Music Awards are known for creating viral moments meant to shock or amaze. But this year’s show was a much more grown-up affair that was full of important speeches, exciting performances and pop culture events. Several award presenters called for equality, including the mother of a woman who was killed while protesting … Continue reading
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Rihanna, Kendrick, Metallica play at Global Citizen fest
NEW YORK (AP) — Rihanna ran through her pop and R&B hits, Eddie Vedder partnered with Chris Martin and Kendrick Lamar was enthusiastic and energetic during his hour-long set at the Global Citizen Festival in New York. Metallica, Ellie Goulding, Usher and Yandel also performed familiar songs Saturday at the free event on the Great … Continue reading
Will Kendrick Lamar make history at the Grammys?
NEW YORK (AP) — Kendrick Lamar has a chance to become the first rapper to win album of the year since Outkast took the prize in 2004 for “Speakerboxxx/The Love Below.” He could also be the first rapper OF ALL-TIME — said in Kanye voice — to win song of the year. But if you … Continue reading
Adele, Kendrick Lamar to perform at Grammys
NEW YORK (AP) â Hello, it’s Adele, and she’s performing at next month’s Grammy Awards. The Recording Academy told The Associated Press on Wednesday that the British singer, leading nominee Kendrick Lamar, the Weeknd and Little Big Town will perform at the Feb. 15 show. Adele returned to music in top form with “25,” … Continue reading