Jonathan Butler: A life in song
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Metro
6 hours ago
- Metro
Lil Nas X taken to hospital by police after roaming LA streets partially nude
Rapper and pop star Lil Nas X was seen wandering Los Angeles in nothing but a pair of underwear, reportedly prompting onlookers to call the police. The 26-year-old artist was taken to hospital following what police described to paramedics as a 'possible overdose,' according to a report from TMZ. The singer, best known for his Grammy-winning hit Old Town Road, was allegedly seen in the Studio City area during the early hours of the morning. Several bystanders reportedly contacted authorities after spotting a man wandering the streets wearing only underwear and cowboy boots. One passerby is said to have filmed the encounter, claiming Lil Nas X mentioned he was on his way to a party before placing a traffic cone on his head. Police then called for medical support, with paramedics transporting him to hospital, according to TMZ. Born Montero Hill in Atlanta, Lil Nas X shot to fame in 2018 with Old Town Road, a genre-blending country-rap track that went viral on TikTok before dominating global charts. The single set a Billboard Hot 100 record by holding the No.1 spot for 19 consecutive weeks, only being overtaken by Billie Eilish's Bad Guy. His debut album Montero (2021) cemented his reputation as one of pop's boldest voices, mixing flamboyant visuals with confessional lyrics. Lil Nas X has since earned two Grammy Awards, five Billboard Music Awards, and five MTV Video Music Awards, along with multiple nominations at the Grammys and Brit Awards. Earlier this year, Lil Nas was rushed to hospital while suffering from partial facial paralysis. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video In a shocking video from his hospital bed, he said: 'When I smile, this is me doing a full smile right now by the way… it's like, what the f**k.' Lil Nas continued: 'I can't even laugh right, bro. What the f**k! Oh my God. So… oh my God, bro. So… yeah.' More Trending In the caption, he added: 'Soooo lost control of the right side of my face.' He later gave an update, showing that he was recovering well and beginning to be able to smile again. Fans are now awaiting further updates on his health and wellbeing. As the situation remains unconfirmed beyond initial reports, the circumstances of the incident are still unclear. View More » A rep for Lil Nas X did not immediately respond to Metro's request for comment. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Man charged with the murder of prominent rapper acquitted in surprise verdict MORE: Menendez brothers parole hearing: Everything you need to know about the case MORE: Iconic rock band warn they'll 'never play many cities again' in devastating tour update
The Independent
7 hours ago
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Ciara reinforces her passion for music with 'CiCi.' The album is her first since 2019
Ciara will deliver a new bundle of joy on Friday, but it's not the fifth child her husband publicly flirts with her about. 'It's time. Honestly, I've been working on this album for almost five years,' said the R&B-pop superstar. 'I put a lot of blood, sweat, and tears, as they would say, into this project … I literally gave birth to two babies while I was making this project, too. So, a lot has happened.' Expanding her 2023 seven-track EP 'CiCi,' it's the Grammy winner's first album since 2019's 'Beauty Marks,' her first as an independent artist. 'I was still actively putting out music on the project. So, it's not like I was five years chillin',' said the 'Level Up' artist. 'If I ever stop loving the process and experience, then I'll stop. But I have so much passion for it and I just feel so fortunate that 21 years later, from my first album 'Goodies' to now, that I still have the same excitement I had as a little girl.' Her eighth studio album, 'CiCi' includes songs from the EP such as 'How We Roll,' her 2023 Chris Brown collaboration which reached No. 1 on Billboard's R&B digital song sales charts, 'Forever' with Lil Baby and the sensual bop, 'Low Key.' But the 14-track full-length record, with writing and production from Theron Thomas and J.R. Rotem, separates itself with appearances from Tyga, BossMan DLow and Busta Rhymes. Latto also joins her on 'This Right Here,' an anticipated reunion with Jazze Pha who executive produced her 2004 debut, hitting No. 3 on the Billboard 200. One of the preeminent stage performers in her class and lauded for her dancing, Ciara owns smashes like 'Goodies' which topped the Billboard 100, 'Oh' featuring Ludacris, 'Body Party,' and 'Promise.' Four albums reached the Billboard 200 top 10, including 2006's 'Ciara: The Evolution' which hit No. 1. Family first, but still in love with music In an era where music is often released rapidly, Ciara's leisurely pace has been questioned by fans and critics, wondering if she's traded her love for music for a perceived socialite lifestyle with her Super Bowl-winning husband, Russell Wilson. 'I feel like I don't have to explain anything to anybody,' said the 'Ride' singer, who's recently released collaborations with several Asian artists. 'Not every year has been about music. And sometimes, it's been about me just growing as a human. Sometimes, it's been about me finding my way obviously as a mom, and then I have family now and my husband, being there for him. These are all real things.' It's a perception she aims at on 'Run It Up' with BossMan Dlow, singing, 'No matter how many points I put up on the board, you know they gon' hate / I'm in a league of my own, I'm a wife and a mom / … You ain't gotta worry, you know that we straight.' 'I go from the stage to the classroom. I go from the classroom to the football field to support my husband. Then, I got on my schedule we're gonna go school shopping tomorrow,' said the 39-year-old who wrote on every song. 'That's how my life is, but I would not have it any other way.' 'CiCi' reunites with Jazze Pha Other standout tracks include the previously released slow jam 'Ecstasy' which she later remixed with Normani and Teyana Taylor, and the feel good 'Drop Your Love,' sampling 'Love Come Down' from Evelyn 'Champagne' King. She continued her two-step groove on 'This Right Here,' recreating the nostalgic magic with Pha and resurfacing his memorable 'Ci-araaa!' ad-lib. 'It's always been love with Jazze and I … there was behind-the-scenes type of stuff that was beyond he and I,' referring to the producer who crafted her megahit '1,2 Step' with Missy Elliott. ' People want the classic him. They want me to be me, too, in that moment. And so, I feel like we accomplished that.' Not forgetting to live Becoming one of the first celebrities to gain Benin citizenship as part of a recent law by the small West African nation granting rights to descendants of enslaved people, Ciara hopes to shed light on the country, as well as the continent which has exploded globally in the music market thanks to Afrobeats. She's also expanding her Why Not You Foundation, the nonprofit founded with Wilson in 2014 to help disadvantaged youth with educational and personal development resources. With Why Not You centers already in Atlanta and Pittsburgh, they plan to expand in the New York-New Jersey area. Wilson signed with the New York Giants during the offseason. 'Success to me is yes, putting out music. Being the best artist I can be, hopefully being known as one of the best to ever do it … But it's not solely in that,' she said. 'People lose themselves because they didn't live. I don't want to be that girl – I'm not going to be that girl." ___ Follow Associated Press entertainment journalist Gary Gerard Hamilton at @GaryGHamilton on all his social media platforms.
Metro
11 hours ago
- Metro
All Points East announce ‘one hell of a replacement' after Doechii pulls out
Music festival All Points East has announced the replacement for Doechii, who pulled out of the festival just days before it was set to kick off this weekend. Fans have been left devastated after the Victoria Park, London, festival announced that she would not be performing on Saturday, August 23. 'We're very sorry to announce that Doechii, 27, will no longer be performing at her upcoming shows,' a statement on Instagram read. 'She is an incredible artist, and, like all of her fans, we were hugely excited to see her on stage. All Points East has an amazing line-up including RAYE, Tyla, JADE, Jyoty, Nao and many more, and it's set to be a truly unforgettable day.' The Grammy winner has also pulled out of Paris' Rock En Seine on Thursday and Bristol's Forwards on Sunday. Now, the festival has confirmed that FKA twigs will headline the West Stage on Saturday, August 23, in the slot Doechii was previously scheduled to fill. A statement from the festival reads: 'One of the most brilliant and visionary artists of her generation, twigs' addition makes this already incredible female-led line-up even more special. 'twigs joins a masterful billing that includes a London-exclusive performance from Tyla, plus JADE, Jyoty, Nao, Montell Fish, Cat Burns and many more. This follows the announcement that Doechii will no longer be able to perform at the festival.' Festival goers have taken to the comments of All Points East Instagram announcing the news to share their enthusiasm. rikos666 wrote: 'Still gutted about Doechii. But FKA twigs is one hell of a replacement, so fair play. Have seen her twice this year and been blown away.' User jake_sytc agreed: 'Whoever is responsible for this deserves a good bonus x' fancy_panther chimed in: 'You really came through with this!' while outrojason shared their excitement with: 'OMG YES WE MISS YOU DOECHII BUT WE STILL WON!' More Trending Thousands are expected to attend the festival this coming weekend, with crowds packing the park for performances by acts like Chase & Status and Cleo Sol this past weekend. The event, which launched in 2018, has quickly become one of the most anticipated music events in London, and many fans reacted with dismay when Doechii's cancellation was announced this week. The Instagram post announcing the news was flooded with comments like boluberry3m's admission: 'I just fell to my knees in M&S,' as abi_afro added: 'I was willing to fight the dust for Doechii 💔' 'The whole reason I'm coming!! 😭 who's replacing her ??,' asked jessdudfield. This is a breaking news story, more to follow soon… Check back shortly for further updates. If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. For more stories like this, check our entertainment page. Follow Entertainment on Twitter and Facebook for the latest celeb and entertainment updates. You can now also get articles sent straight to your device. Sign up for our daily push alerts here. MORE: This European festival could cure your Glastonbury 2026 late night blues MORE: Band 'devastated' after being forced to pull out of Reading and Leeds MORE: Boardmasters festival responds to claims of spiking and sexual assault after harrowing posts
