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Barack Obama is sharing the music he's been rocking out to and the books he's been reading this summer, including songs by Charli XCX and Shaboozey.

Barack Obama reveals summer 2024 playlist, book recs: Charli XCX, Shaboozey, more

Looks like Barack Obama is having a lit summer. On Monday (Aug. 12), the former president unveiled the picks for his 2024 Summer Playlist. With stars such as Beyoncé, Shaboozey, Tems, Rema, Tommy Richman, Billie Eilish, 2Pac, Moneybag Yo, and Willow, Obama continues to show off his versatility. “With...

Barack Obama Unveils 2024 Summer Playlist

The summer months are sadly dwindling down as the crisp fall breeze begins to roll in, but it certainly wouldn’t be the changing of the seasons without Barack Obama unveiling his summer 2024 music playlist. The concept of the former president revealing his favorite songs has long become a...

‘An eclectic mix’: Barack Obama shares his 2024 summer playlist, but one Billboard chart-topper is curiously missing

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	MTV has bumped the date of the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards from Tuesday Sept. 10 to Wednesday Sept. 11 to avoid conflicting with the planned U.S. Presidential debate between vice president Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump.Lainey Wilson Introduces Miley Cyrus With Rousing Hannah Montana Cover at 2024 Disney Legends Ceremony




	The conflict with the debate would have posed an image problem for MTV, which has made boosting voter turnout and civic engagement a part of its brand since the 1992 election, in which Bill Clinton unseated George H.W. Bush. Also, the intense interest in the first (and conceivably...

MTV Bumps Date of 2024 VMAs; Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan & More to Perform

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Actor Bob Denver, who passed away in 2005, will forever be remembered for his leading role on the classic 1960s sitcom Gilligan’s Island. Denver also played another famous TV character: the beatnik-type Maynard G. Krebs on The Many Loves of Dobie Gillis.

TV's 'Gilligan Island' Stars Dawn Wells and Bob Denver and Their Controversy Behind the Scenes

In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

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Have you ever wanted to watch Wonder Woman cover a KISS song?. That's exactly what happened in 1980 when Lynda Carter, still riding high off the success of her starring role in the Wonder Woman TV show, appeared in Lynda Carter Encore!, her second TV variety special. During a particularly...

Revisiting ‘Wonder Woman’ Lynda Carter’s Bonkers KISS Tribute

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Family call for $3m in licensing fees stemming from Trump’s frequent use of the Hayes-penned Sam & Dave track Hold On, I’m Comin’

Family of Isaac Hayes threaten Donald Trump with lawsuit over use of song in rallies

On August 9, Imane Khelif became the first Algerian woman to bring home a gold medal in a boxing event during the 2024 Paris Olympics. But just days before her victory, the athlete’s identity became the subject of intense public scrutiny from notable TERFs, right-wing pundits, and anti-trans politicians alike, who falsely accused the cisgender boxer of being transgender and “male.” Whether knowingly or not, these attacks from the likes of J.K. Rowling and Elon Musk regurgitated talking points from a group of anti-trans conspiracy theorists colloquially known online as “transvestigators.”

How “Transvestigation” Crawled Out of the Worst Corners of the Internet Into the Mainstream

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Atlanta, August 5, 2024 - Latto, the rising star of Atlanta's hip-hop scene, recently celebrated the release of her third studio album, Sugar Honey Iced Tea, in a manner that left fans both entertained and amused. The album, which debuted at No. 1 on the Apple Music album chart, is already being hailed as a testament to Latto's growth as an artist.

Latto’s Giant Inflatable Booty Greets Guests At Album Release Party

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“Lifetimes” singer Katy Perry will be honored at the 2024 VMAs!. Perry is being recognized with the coveted Video Vanguard Award. Other big names to receive the award include Michael Jackson, Madonna, Beyoncé, Rihanna, Justin Timberlake and Jennifer Lopez. Perry will also be performing a medley of her...

Katy Perry Set to Receive VMA Video Vanguard Award

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Dylan Gurley, a young transgender woman who would have been 21 years old on August 18, was killed in Texas on July 23. According to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, police found Gurley with “traumatic injuries” in a home in Denton, Texas at around 11 p.m. that night. She was taken to the Medical City Denton hospital and died roughly 40 minutes later. The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office listed Gurley’s official cause of death as “blunt and sharp force injuries with strangulation,” according to the Star-Telegram, suggesting that she may have been beaten and cut as well as strangled.

Dylan Gurley, a Beloved 20-Year-Old Trans Woman, Was Killed In Texas

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The hordes of girlies eager to claim their spot for their hero Sabrina Carpenter were already positioning themselves to pounce when the matriarchal deity Grace Jones made her entrance to “Nightclubbing” on the Lands End stage early Saturday evening — atop a flowing, 40-foot ball gown that looked vaguely like a 1980s Keith Haring painting.

A 76-year-old Grace Jones made the greatest stage entrance in Outside Lands history

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WATCH: Sabrina Carpenter Exits Stage Screaming After Freak Firework Fluke

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	Order up! Chappell Roan is serving fans a behind-the-scenes look at her “Hot to Go!” music video in honor of the track’s one-year anniversary, posting footage from the shoot in her hometown of Springfield, Missouri on YouTube Wednesday (Aug. 14).Watch Chappell Roan Scold VIP Section for Being ‘Too Cool’ to Do Her ‘Hot to Go!’ Dance






	The clip opens with Roan fielding questions from an over-curious stranger passing by the video shoot, who doesn’t recognize her and repeatedly asks her if she’s in a rock band. “I’m just a singer, nothing crazy,” she tells him, not knowing then just how astronomically her...

Chappell Roan Shares ‘Hot to Go!’ Behind-the-Scenes Video in Honor of the Song’s One-Year Anniversary

Bob Dylan, a towering figure in music history, has left an indelible mark on the world with his groundbreaking and influential songs. Known for his poetic lyrics and distinctive voice, Dylan’s music has spanned over six decades, shaping genres from folk and rock to blues and country. His songs often address profound themes of social justice, love, and existential reflection, resonating deeply with listeners across generations. As we explore the top 10 best Bob Dylan songs of all time, we dive into a collection that showcases his evolution as an artist and his impact on the music landscape. From the protest anthems of the 1960s to introspective ballads of the later years, each track on this list not only highlights Dylan’s remarkable songwriting prowess but also his ability to capture the zeitgeist of his era. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to his music, this selection provides a compelling glimpse into the artistry of one of the greatest songwriters of all time.

10 Best Bob Dylan Songs of All Time

Beastie Boys members Ad-Rock and Mike D. recently revealed a surprising discovery, learning that the music on their gold record for Paul's Boutique was not music from the album at all. The two living Beastie Boys members were guesting on the Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend podcast when they dropped...

Beastie Boys Reveal What’s REALLY on Their ‘Paul’s Boutique’ Gold Record

Beastie Boys demand a recall of all gold and platinum plaques after finding their “Paul’s Boutique” award was a fake featuring Barry Manilow songs. Beastie Boys members Ad-Rock and Mike D are calling for a recall of all gold and platinum plaques for verification after a surprising discovery.

Beastie Boys Demand Recall Of All Gold Records After Barry Manilow & “Paul’s Boutique” Debacle

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Sabrina Carpenter has revealed that she was “alone” in wanting to release ‘Espresso’ as the lead single from her upcoming sixth album, ‘Short N’ Sweet’. ‘Espresso’ released on April 11, has fast become one of Carpenter’s signature songs, reaching Number Three on the Billboard Hot 100 and topping the charts in the UK and 15 other countries. Today (August 6) it reached one billion streams, becoming the third fastest song on the platform to reach that figure. Even Adele described it as “my jam” – high praise indeed.

Sabrina Carpenter says she “was completely alone in wanting to release ‘Espresso'”

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Obama's Playlist Pink Pony Snubbed Chappell Roan. X Users Reacted As You'd Expect.

It wouldn’t be summer without another playlist from former President Barack Obama. Obama’s annual track lists are known for including enough charting bops to make the...

Obama's Playlist Pink Pony Snubbed Chappell Roan. X Users Reacted As You'd Expect.

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