Jhené Aiko finally got to live out her fantasy of being a Disney princess, in her brand new music video for “Lead The Way.” Anew single taken from the official soundtrack for new animated film Raya and the Last Dragon.
In the new visual, directed by one of Raya and the Last Dragon directors, Carlos López Estrada Jhene heads to the magical kingdom of Kumandra to deliver a ballad that written by Jhené and Oscar-nominated composer James Newton-Howard focusing on bringing a community together to fight the toughest battles and come out on top.
“The number one thing was, I heard ‘dragon,’ and I love dragons…I have a big dragon tattoo on my back. I was born in ’88, which is the year of the dragon. And I just think it’s a beautiful, mystical creature that is just so many things, symbolizes so many things for me, personally,” said Jhené during a recent interview on Apple Music. “I’ve always had this little fantasy of being a Disney princess, voicing one, or like being the character. And so this was the closest that I’ve gotten, so I was pretty excited.”
This video comes a little over a week from the Grammy awards where Jhene is currently up for three 2021 Grammy nominations, with her third solo album Chilombo snagging two nods for album of the year and best progressive R&B album and her John Legend collaboration “Lightning & Thunder” going for best R&B performance.
Be sure to check out Jhené Aiko’s new video for “Lead The Way” down below.
As promised Scary Hours 2, was dropped at midnight this is the first time in seven months we’ve got any music from Champagne Papi and trust it didn’t disappoint.
While fan await the release of Certified Lover Boy, this sequel to his 2018 two-pack, features three tracks ”What’s Next,” “Wants and Needs” with Lil Baby, and “Lemon Pepper Freestyle” featuring Rick Ross that’s more than enough to hold us over til CLB hits streaming services. Along with new music was an accompanying video for “What’s Next.” directed by Theo Skudra.
Midnight also included the return of OVO Sound Radio and the launch of his 24-hour curated station SOUND 42 on SiriusXM, which his manager Oliver El-Khatib dubbed the “most comprehensive music program in the world.” During OVO Sound Radio, the Canadian superstar provided an update on the long-awaited project, which was delayed due to his injury.
Drake in “What’s Next,” directed by Theo Skudra
“I’m just grateful to be back on my feet. I went through a little bit of a tough stretch with an injury and I’m back in tip-top form,” he said. “CLB is currently being cheffed in every way possible…I’m back in the studio with 40 tough. I’m just really excited about the music that we’re making and I feel like I’ve locked into a zone where I’m really trying to execute on a project that’s fulfilling for my soul.”
Drake is now gearing up for his sixth studio album Certified Lover Boy, however, there is still no release date. “I don’t have an exact date, but just know that it’s in a pot and it’s coming soon.”
As the streaming wars continues to rage on the newest member to enter the arena is Paramount+. Replacing CBS All Access on March 4th, this streaming service combines all channels under the Viacom company umbrella like CBS, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Nickelodeon and Paramount Network, plus its Paramount Pictures movie studio.
Subscription will cost $5.99 a month with ads, $10 a month, ad-free, or $99 a year for a limited time offer. Launching Thursday Paramount Plus will have a library of more than 30,000 episodes and 2,500 movies, plus 36 original series debuts this year. Among those originals will be a revival of Frasier, the 1990s sitcom; a CG-animation update of Nickelodeon’s Rugrats to tap millennial nostalgia.
#ParamountPlus is bringing back your favorite babies: The Rugrats. The new series features the original voice cast with an updated animation style. pic.twitter.com/2vmzPUhmXc
A new studio dedicated to the Avatar: The Last Airbender means that the fantastic universe will expand into new series, short-form content, spin offs, and theatrical films.
If you’re already a CBS All Access subscriber, your membership transfers over to Paramount Plus, even if you’re currently paying for its $6-a-month tier. On Thursday, the CBS All Access app is set to automatically update and transform into the Paramount Plus app.
Whether you are currently on CBS All Access’ $10-a-month ad-free tier or on its $6-a-month tier with ads, you will be able to access and stream everything on Paramount Plus — the only difference is whether you continue to see ads or not.
The NBA All-Star Weekend is right on the horizon and fans can look forward to most of the events that they’ve come to enjoy all in one night. Unfortunately due to Health and Safety Protocols regarding the current COVID-19 Pandemic, the Celebrity game will not be taking place this year. Nevertheless, we’ll still be able to bare witness to the Taco Bell Skills Challenge, Mountain Dew 3-Point Contest, and AT&T Slam Dunk Contest on alongside the Rising Stars and All-Star Game.
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Robert Covington, Portland Trailblazers
Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavericks
Chris Paul, Phoenix Suns
Julius Randle, New York Knicks
Domantas Sabonis, Indiana Pacers
Nikola Vucevic, Orlando Magic
For this year’s NBA Skills Challenge, we have a variety of players from both Conferences. All participating players are definitely versatile players, but the difference maker for this particular challenge is pace and efficiency. Who’ll be able to transition smoothly from one obstacle to the next with minimal complications? Some typically believe going into it that the Guards/Wings would have the advantage, but we’ve seen in years past that the Front Courts of the NBA can win. The Taco Bell Skills Challenge will begin at 6:30PM ET before the All-Star Game.
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Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns, 3PT%: 37%
Jaylen Brown, Boston Celtics, 3PT%: 39%
Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors, 3PT%: 41%
Zach LaVine, Chicago Bulls, 3PT%: 43%
Donovan Mitchell, Utah Jazz, 3PT%: 38%
Jayson Tatum, Boston Celtics, 3PT%: 36%
Some of the biggest names in basketball will be participating in this year’s Mountain Dew 3-Point Contest, all prolific in hitting shots from deep. Celtics duo Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum will represent Boston and the Eastern Conference alongside two-time Dunk Contest Champion and Chicago Bulls Guard Zach LaVine, who hopes to add 3-Point Champion to his list of accomplishments. For the Western Conference, former 3-Point Champion and Phoenix Suns’ Guard Devin Booker will be representing the Western Conference alongside the Utah Jazz’s Donovan Mitchell and fellow former 3-Point Champion Stephen Curry. The Mountain Dew 3-Point Contest is to take place upon completion of the Taco Bell Skills Challenge before the All-Star Game.
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Last but certainly not least, we have the fan favorite AT&T Slam Dunk Contest. With this year the NBA has chosen only 3, compared to last year’s 4, young talents in:
Obi Toppin, New York Knicks
Anfernee Simons, Portland Trailblazers
Cassius Stanley, Indiana Pacers
Besides the obvious excitement that the Dunk Contest provides, another aspect about this year is that some fans may not know of the abilities that these participants possess in regards of getting up and throwing down. Fans will surely be in store for an electrifying competition. The AT&T Dunk Contest will take place at the Halftime break during the All-Star Game.
The events of the NBA 2021 All-Star Weekend in One Day comes this Sunday, March 7. Be sure to tune in, full coverage beginning at 5PM ET on TNT.
New Balance has lifted themselves into the highest echelon with their dynamic new silhouettes and awesome collaborations. 2020 saw them work with Jaden Smith, add Jamal Murray to their basketball roster, Joe Freshgoods and a host of other strides in their lifestyle categories. In 2021, New Balance looks to be taking off to a world gone mad with their team up with A Bathing Ape.
This upcoming collab looks to come in two colorways, one dressed in their classic green camo with 3M shark teeth on the heel, and the other a subdued white camo. Look for these to drop some time in April. Stay tuned to Sneaker Reporter for more news.
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