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Hypebeast
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Childish Gambino Previews New Track 'Is It Love?' Featuring Ravyn Lenae
Summary Childish Gambinorecently teased a new song titled 'Is It Love?' featuringRavyn Lenaeon Gilga Radio, a platform created byDonald Gloverhimself as a space to debut and promote his musical projects. Although Glover had hinted at retiring the Childish Gambino moniker for years, he confirmed in mid-2024 — around the release ofBando Stone and the New World— that the persona was no longer fulfilling and would officially conclude with that album. However, the release of this snippet has sparked speculation that the Childish Gambino moniker may not be retired just yet — or that the track could be part of theBando Stonesoundtrack. The preview runs just under two minutes and features soothing R&B vocals layered over soft acoustic instrumentation. Lenae's ethereal, distinct voice adds a neo-soul quality to the track, complemented by jazzy drum patterns, warm keyboard chords, and ambient synthesizers. Its relaxed, soulful tone carries a similar vibe to 'Steps Beach,' a previously released track from theBando Stoneand the New Worldsoundtrack. The track adds another layer to Glover's evolving creative universe, leaving fans curious about what's coming next. Listen to the snippet, originally premiered on Gilga Radio, below. CHILDISH GAMBINORAVYN LENAE NEW SONG 🚨PREMIERED ON GILGA RADIO 🚨 — NFR Podcast (@nfr_podcast)July 7, 2025
Al Arabiya
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Arabiya
Young Thug Performs for the First Time Since Leaving Jail, Teams With Travis Scott and T.I.: Photos
Atlanta rapper Young Thug has returned to the stage for the first time since he was released from custody late last year. He was indicted on gang and racketeering charges in one of the most high-profile RICO cases in recent history. On Sunday, Young Thug launched into his highly anticipated headlining set at the Summer Smash in Bridgeview, Illinois, marking his first public concert since March 2022. Rappers Travis Scott, Ken Carson, and T.I. joined him on stage at the festival. On May 9, 2022, the rapper was indicted and arrested. More charges were added in a subsequent indictment that August. The second indictment accused Young Thug and twenty-seven others of conspiring to violate Georgia's Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, known as RICO. The rapper was also accused of participation in criminal street gang activity, as well as drug and gun charges. In October 2024, he pleaded guilty to gang, drug, and gun charges and was released from jail, though he could be put back behind bars if he violates the terms of his sentence. Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Lamar Williams, is known for his eccentric style, mumble rap, and squeaky high-pitched vocals. He shot to popularity with breakout hits including 'Stoner' and 'Best Friend.' He also co-wrote the hit 'This is America' with Childish Gambino, making history when it became the first hip-hop track to win the song of the year Grammy in 2019. Sunday's Summer Smash performance was just the beginning of Young Thug's return to the stage: He's on the bill for the Belgian festival Les Ardentes and Switzerland's Openair Frauenfeld, both scheduled for next month. He's also scheduled for ComplexCon in Las Vegas in October.
The Independent
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Young Thug performs for the first time since leaving jail, teams with Travis Scott and T.I.: Photos
Atlanta rapper Young Thug has returned to the stage for the first time since he was released from custody late last year. He was indicted on gang and racketeering charges in one of the most high-profile RICO cases in recent history. On Sunday, Young Thug launched into his highly anticipated headlining set at the Summer Smash, in Bridgeview, Illinois, marking his first public concert since March 2022. Rappers Travis Scott, Ken Carson and T.I. joined him on stage at the festival. On May 9, 2022, the rapper was indicted and arrested. More charges were added in a subsequent indictment that August. The second indictment accused Young Thug and 27 others of conspiring to violate Georgia's Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, known as RICO. The rapper was also accused of participation in criminal street gang activity, as well as drug and gun charges. In October 2024, he pleaded guilty to gang, drug and gun charges and was released from jail, though he could be put back behind bars if he violates the terms of his sentence. Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Lamar Williams, is known for his eccentric style, mumble rap and squeaky, high-pitched vocals. He shot to popularity with breakout hits including 'Stoner' and 'Best Friend." He also co-wrote the hit 'This is America' with Childish Gambino, making history when it became the first hip-hop track to win the song of the year Grammy in 2019. Sunday's Summer Smash performance was just the beginning of Young Thug's return to the stage: He's on the bill for the Belgian festival Les Ardentes and Switzerland's Openair Frauenfeld, both scheduled for next month. He's also scheduled for ComplexCon in Las Vegas in October. ___
ABC News
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- ABC News
Bliss n Eso guest program rage
Dropping by to Tear The Roof Off the rage studio this weekend are hip-hop legends Bliss n Eso. With a career spanning over 25 years, the Sydney trio have well and truly earnt their place as Aussie hip-hop royalty with multiple ARIA nods, chart topping records, and more tours than we can count. And they're showing no signs of slowing down - just this year alone they've already released their eighth studio album , The Moon (The Light Side) , are currently on a massive Party On The Moon national tour, and recently announced they'll be releasing yet another record, The Moon (The Dark Side) , this October. Just in case they weren't busy enough, we figured we'd throw a rage hosting into the mix too! It'll be the third time on the red couch for the Bliss n Eso, with their most recent visit all the way back in 2013. So, with over a decade between hostings, they've got a lot to catch us up on and even more music videos to a sample of what they've lined up: KENDRICK LAMAR – Humble LUPE FIASCO ft. JILL SCOTT – Daydreamin' CYPRESS HILL – Insane In The Brain THE STREETS - Blinded By The Lights CHILDISH GAMBINO – This Is America Tune in this Saturday May 31 as Bliss n Eso guest program rage from 10:30am and 11:50pm on ABC TV.
Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Iconic music festival site that hosted The Wiggles, Black Eyed Peas and Silverchair finds new owner after two-year ordeal
After sitting on the market for nearly two years, the original site of Victoria's iconic Falls Festival has finally found a buyer. The 59-hectare patch of land nestled in the Great Otway National Park at Lorne – which played host to some of the biggest names in music over its 25-year history – has officially been sold, with plans already on the table. From 1993 to 2018, the regional Victorian property – located 140km from Melbourne - became synonymous with summer fun, drawing over 15,000 festivalgoers each year. Legendary acts like Blondie, Iggy Pop, The Wiggles, The Black Eyed Peas, Childish Gambino, Paul Kelly, Silverchair and John Farnham all graced its stage over the decades. But in 2019, the party was put on hold after the Black Summer bushfires and the COVID-19 pandemic later forced a pause on festivities. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. In the years that followed, the Falls Festival shifted locations, with editions held in Byron Bay, Melbourne, and Fremantle. In 2023, the Lorne property hit the market with a $4million price tag but failed to find a buyer. It was re-listed in February this year at a reduced price guide from $2.25million to $2.5million. This time, the deal went through – though the final sale price remains under wraps. The sale included a total of 68 hectares across three lots – two cleared parcels described as 'blank canvases', and the main festival site, complete with a stage, manager's cottage, toilets, and several outbuildings. Listing agent Jason Hellyer from Ray White Rural confirmed the sale had been finalised. He told Domain the new owners are still determining what they will be doing with the site. In 2023, it was reported that Falls Festival's highly-anticipated New Year's Eve event had been cancelled. 'After an impressive 28 years ringing in the New Year with some of the world's biggest acts, the Falls team are today switching on their OOO's and taking this New Year's season off to rest, recover and recalibrate,' a statement read. 'We send huge love and appreciation to all our patrons for their ongoing support and for the great vibes they bought to the 2022/2023 events.' However, Falls producer Jessica Ducrou hinted the festival isn't over for good, but just on hiatus for now. 'The past few years has seen unprecedented change in the live music space, both front of house and behind the scenes,' she said, according to Triple J. 'While Falls' reboot in 2022/23 was full of amazing moments and we were thrilled to reconnect with our Falls Fam, our team needs a break. 'We'll take time off to enjoy the holiday period and allow some space to re-imagine how Falls will look in the future.'
