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Kesha has shared the studio version of “Joyride,” her first single of 2024 and first to be released on her own label, Kesha Records. Below, check out a lyric video for the song, which she debuted live in June at Brooklyn’s Planet Pride. Kesha co-wrote the track with Zhone and Madison Love.

Listen to Kesha’s New Song “Joyride”

After weeks of teasers and speculation, Quavo and Lana Del Rey have finally released their new song “Tough.” It comes with a music video, directed by the musicians and Wyatt Spain Winfrey, in which Quavo and Del Rey slow dance together while singing along to the song, play guitar on a cottage porch, and bask in the foliage of a rural landscape. Watch the pastoral “Tough” video below.

Quavo and Lana Del Rey Share Video for New Song “Tough”: Watch

Milan Records will release a new album from the late Ryuichi Sakamoto, Opus, on August 9. Leading the album is a new, solo piano version of the Yellow Magic Orchestra classic “Tong Poo.” Listen to it below. Opus captures Sakamoto’s final concert performance, which his son, Neo Sora,...

New Ryuichi Sakamoto Album Opus Announced: Listen to New Version of “Tong Poo”

Rema is releasing a new album this week. Heis, the Nigerian pop artist’s first project since 2022’s Rave & Roses, is out on Thursday, July 11. Below, check out his new song “Hehehe,” as well as the Heis artwork. Rema recently returned with Shallipopi collaboration “Benin...

Rema Announces New Album Heis, Shares New Song “Hehehe”: Listen

Clairo has released Charm’s opening track, “Nomad.” It’s the second preview of the new album, following lead single “Sexy to Someone.” Listen to Clairo’s new song below. Clairo co-produced Charm, her third studio album, with El Michels Affair’s Leon Michels. The album is...

Listen to Clairo’s New Song “Nomad”

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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In 2022, DaBaby was charged with felony battery and accused of sucker-punching a Los Angeles County rental property owner during an unauthorized music video shoot. The rapper has now agreed to plead guilty to misdemeanor simple battery, TMZ reports and Pitchfork can confirm. As a result of the plea deal, DaBaby has also been sentenced to one day in a Los Angeles County jail (which he has served), given a year of probation, and ordered to pay $10,000 in restitution to the victim.

DaBaby Pleads Guilty to Misdemeanor Simple Battery in Los Angeles County

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Virginia Wendy Williams fans, this is your July 2024 update on the former talk show host. Her best friend of 44 years, Regina Schell, has shared recent concerns with TV Show Aces and says she has not seen or talked to Wendy in more than a year.

Wendy Williams fans are worried after her best friend claims not to have heard from her in a year

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Kendrick Lamar is celebrating Independence Day with the music video for his chart-topping Drake diss song, “Not Like Us.” Watch the video, directed by Lamar and his pgLang co-founder, Dave Free, below. The triumphal “Not Like Us” visual opens with Lamar rapping a bit of a new track...

Kendrick Lamar Takes His Victory Lap With New “Not Like Us” Video: Watch

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What does it mean to be selfish? According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the definition of selfish is the lack of consideration for others; someone concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure. You know, people who will do for themselves before they will do for others. People who put their own priorities above everyone else. Do you know people who fit that definition? I am sure we all know at least one, I have known man over the years. Let’s learn what Signs are the most likely to be selfish.

The Top 5 Most Selfish Zodiac Signs

Kinky Friedman, the tongue-in-cheek humorist and alt-country musician of the Texas Jewboys, has died, bandmate Little Jewford confirmed to The New York Times. “Kinky Friedman stepped on a rainbow at his beloved Echo Hill surrounded by family & friends,” reads a statement posted to the late artist’s social media. “Kinkster endured tremendous pain & unthinkable loss in recent years but he never lost his fighting spirit and quick wit. Kinky will live on as his books are read and his songs are sung.” Friedman was 79.

Kinky Friedman, Alt-Country Musician and Celebrated Humorist, Dies at 79

Jessie Ware and the xx’s Romy have shared a new song together. “Lift You Up,” produced by Stuart Price, is the first collaboration between the British artists. The two also premiered the track onstage at Glastonbury. Check out the new song, plus footage of the Glastonbury performance, below.

Jessie Ware and the xx’s Romy Share New Song “Lift You Up”: Listen

I don’t know about you but summer is definitely my favorite season and I am definitely a sun worshipper. Living in the Pacific Northwest, we do not see enough of it so when it is here, that is where you will find me. Everything I do I do outside when the sun is out and the weather is warm. I wonder who else feels this way. I wonder what Zodiac Signs love the Sunshine. Want to find out? Let’s do a little research.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Love Sunshine

Conflicts are inevitable in life as we have different opinions. Some zodiac signs are good at arguing while others strive to create harmony and avoid arguments. Yet, conflict resolution is a crucial skill at home and work. It helps people live peacefully and in unity.

5 Zodiac Signs Who Are Most Likely to Win Arguments

Queens of the Stone Age have canceled their European tour to allow Josh Homme to fly home for emergency surgery. The band did not reveal the nature of the surgery, but Homme disclosed in 2023 that he had undergone successful treatment for cancer. In a statement, the band said this morning (July 9), “QOTSA regret to announce that Josh Homme must return to the United States immediately for emergency surgery. Every effort was made to push through and play for you, but it is no longer an option to continue.”

Queens of the Stone Age’s Josh Homme to Undergo Emergency Surgery, Band Cancels European Tour

The staff of Pitchfork listens to a lot of new music. A lot of it. On any given day our writers, editors, and contributors go through an imposing number of new releases, giving recommendations to each other and discovering new favorites along the way. Each Monday, with our Pitchfork Selects playlist, we’re sharing what our writers are playing obsessively and highlighting some of the Pitchfork staff’s favorite new music. The playlist is a grab-bag of tracks: Its only guiding principle is that these are the songs you’d gladly send to a friend.

Buscabulla, Remble, Suuns, and More: This Week’s Pitchfork Selects Playlist

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The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

Rod Argent—the primary songwriter, keyboardist, and founder of the wildly influential 1960s rock group the Zombies—will immediately retire from touring following a stroke. Argent and the Zombies’ team at the Rocks Management announced the news today, writing, in a statement, that Argent’s stroke occurred not long after he returned home to London from a tour with his band. The stroke led to an overnight hospitalization, with Argent’s doctors advising “several months of rest and recuperation.” Find the full statement here.

The Zombies Founder Rod Argent to Retire From Touring Following Stroke

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10 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Charli XCX, Tems, Kaytranada, and More

With so much good music being released all the time, it can be hard to determine what to listen to first. Every week, Pitchfork offers a...

10 New Albums You Should Listen to Now: Charli XCX, Tems, Kaytranada, and More

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