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See - Sada Elbalad
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Kesha Finally Drops Her First Independent Album "Period": Stream It Now
Yara Sameh Kesha, at last, is a free artist, period. After years of working toward this moment, the singer-songwriter has dropped her first-ever independent album, "." ("Period"), featuring 11 fun-fueled pop tracks. Led by singles 'Joyride,' 'Yippee-Ki-Yay,' 'Delusional,' 'The One' and 'Boy Crazy,' the LP marks her first full-length release under her label, Kesha Records. Leading up to the album's release, Kesha has been candid about how emotional and empowering the process of assuming control over her artistry has been. The singer was under contract to Kemosabe Records, despite her years-long legal battle with label owner Dr. Luke, whom she accused of drugging her and sexually assaulting her at a 2005 party in 2014. The producer has always vehemently denied the allegations, and the two parties settled in 2023. In March 2024, Kesha was finally released from her deal with Kemosabe. In a recent interview with Billboard , the artist said she feels like she's experiencing a "homecoming" with her first album. 'I really do feel like it's been a homecoming in a lot of ways — not only legally, to the rights of my voice, but to letting go of that internalized shame, of letting all that go and coming home to my own body, my joy, myself,' Kesha noted. 'And part of that has been healing my relationship with the records that I've put out that were difficult to make — that were perceived in a way that wasn't the way I intended, that were tied to events that I don't stand for.' "Period" marks Kesha's sixth studio album, and her first since 2023's "Gag Order". She's scored four top 10 albums on the Billboard 200 throughout her career, including No. 1 hits "Animal" (2010) and "Rainbow" (2017). Stream Kesha's "." ("Period") below. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
Fox News
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Kesha changes cover art for 'Delusional' single after fan backlash over AI image
Kesha unveiled the new cover artwork for her single "Delusional" after facing backlash from fans for initially using an AI-generated image. In a November post on X, formerly Twitter, the 38-year-old singer announced the release of "Delusional" along with a photo of the AI-created cover, which featured a pile of brown handbags scattered on a street crosswalk. The title of the song was scrawled in black paint on the bags, with some markings deliberately misspelled. After Kesha's post sparked controversy with fans who expressed their dismay and disappointment over her use of AI in lieu of a human artist, the "TikTok" hitmaker took to Instagram May 20 to share the new cover, featuring an image of herself taken by photographer Brendan Walter. In the caption, Kesha explained why she had decided to change the single's cover. "When making the single art for my song Delusional, I wanted to make the point that it's DELUSIONAL that the world expects artists to continue making art when we are so undervalued," she wrote. "I tried to echo my ideas in the form of a political single cover," Kesha continued. "I've realized that living in alignment with my integrity is more important than proving a point." "So I've decided to change the cover art for this song," the pop star added. "She's one of my favorites." "DELUSIONAL Single art brought to you by my incredible team of humans." Kesha went on to credit Walter along with members of her beauty team, including Britney Tokyo, Eduardo Ponce and Leo Chaparro, her creative director Matthew Daniel Siskin, her stylist Marta Del Rio and her videographer Jake Chamseddine. "Thanks to my crew for helping me live out here in my highest and c------- potential," Kesha wrote. "I've realized that living in alignment with my integrity is more important than proving a point." "AI is a pandoras box that we as a society have collectively opened, and I think it's important that we keep human ramifications in mind as we learn how to use it as a tool and not as a replacement," she added. "Just me healing, in real time," Kesha concluded along with a kiss emoji. The new cover artwork for "Delusional" featured an image of Kesha sitting with her arms and legs zip-tied to a black leather chair. She wore her long blonde hair down with several strands covering her face and flashed a wide smile. A large pink dot was superimposed on a corner of the image. "Delusional" was the second single that Kesha released from her upcoming sixth studio album "Period." On July 4, 2024, Kesha released the album's first single "Joyride," The song marked Kesha's first release under her independent label Kesha Records, which she launched in September 2024. It was also her first release after she parted ways with her former labels RCA and Kemosabe Records in December 2023. In June 2023, Kesha settled her decade-long legal battle with her former producer Dr. Luke, who owns Kemosabe Records. Kesha has released two additional singles leading up to "Period's" debut, including the country pop song "Yippee-Ki-Yay," featuring rapper T-Pain, and the pop anthem "Boy Crazy." The pink dot has been featured on all the singles' covers and has become the logo for the album. "Period" is slated to be released on July 4. This summer, Kesha will embark on a tour in support of the album. She is co-headlining with the pop rock band Scissor Sisters, who reunited after seven years in 2024. The tour kicks off July 1 in West Valley City, Utah. In spring 2026, Kesha will continue solo with a European leg of the tour, which will conclude in Dublin, Ireland.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kesha changes cover art for song Delusional amid AI controversy
Kesha has changed the cover art for her single Delusional after receiving backlash over the original AI-generated image. In November, the popstar dropped the second single from her upcoming sixth studio album, Period. The accompanying AI-generated cover art featured a pile of what appears to be brown leather Hermès Birkin handbags spray-painted with the song's title. But following criticism from fans for using AI rather than tapping artists or creators, Kesha took to Instagram on Tuesday to announce that she has changed the cover art to a photo taken of her by Brendan Walter. "When making the single art for my song Delusional, I wanted to make the point that it's DELUSIONAL that the world expects artists to continue making art when we are so undervalued. I tried to echo my ideas in the form of a political single cover," she explained. "I've realized that living in alignment with my integrity is more important than proving a point. So I've decided to change the cover art for this song. She's one of my favorites." The new image shows Kesha appearing to be nude except for a pair of tights as she sits in a chair with her ankles zip-tied together. Accordingly, the Tik Tok hitmaker made a point of crediting the "incredible team of humans" who worked on the project, including stylist Marta Del Rio and make-up artist Leonardo Chaparro. To conclude the message, Kesha admitted she is still grappling with the impact of new technologies. "AI is a pandoras box (sic) that we as a society have collectively opened, and I think it's important that we keep human ramifications in mind as we learn how to use it as a tool and not as a replacement," the 38-year-old commented, adding: "Just me healing, in real time." Period is set to be released on 4 July.
Cosmopolitan
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Kesha Changed Her AI 'Delusional' Cover Art After Being Slammed by Fans
Kesha is officially a free woman creating art on her own terms, and she heard her fans' call when they criticized her for using AI to generate the original cover art for her single 'Delusional.' Since releasing the song last November, the hitmaker has updated its cover art with a new photo, which aligns with the bubblegum pink dot aesthetic for her upcoming album, PERIOD. 'When making the single art for my song 'Delusional,' I wanted to make the point that it's DELUSIONAL that the world expects artists to continue making art when we are so undervalued,' she wrote on Instagram alongside the new cover art lensed by Brendan Walter. She continued, 'I tried to echo my ideas in the form of a political single cover. I've realized that living in alignment with my integrity is more important than proving a point. So I've decided to change the cover art for this song. She's one of my favorites💕.' In the new single artwork, the 'BOY CRAZY.' singer is seen screaming as she's tied to a chair with black zip-ties. The original cover art featured a pile of fake Hermés Birkin bags piled on top of each other, and ost of them included the word 'Delusional' spray-painted with black paint. At the time, fans called Kesha out for utilizing AI to create her initial vision. 'The AI-generated nature of the artwork itself can be seen as a commentary on artificiality and the loss of authenticity. This aligns with the theme of delusion, where perceptions are often skewed and detached from reality. . . .also ai lol,' one fan wrote. Another added, 'I honestly adore you so much - your bravery, your artistry; I think you're incredible. But I'm pleeeeeeading with you to redo this cover. You know as well as anyone that artists need to be paid for their work. Please do not use AI 💖💖💖.' As she posted her new cover, Kesha highlighted the 'incredible team of humans' who came together to create it. She added, 'Thanks to my crew for helping me live out here in my highest and cuntiest potential.' She then encouraged fans to use AI as a tool rather than a replacement for certain human-made tasks. 'AI is a pandoras box that we as a society have collectively opened, and I think it's important that we keep human ramifications in mind as we learn how to use it as a tool and not as a replacement,' she said as she revealed she was 'healing in real time.'
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kesha Updates Artwork for ‘Delusional' Single Following AI Criticism
Months after receiving backlash for utilizing AI-generated imagery for her 'Delusional' single, Kesha has announced new artwork for the track. First released in November 2025, 'Delusional' was issued as the second single from Kesha's forthcoming sixth album, . (Period). However, the track's original artwork – which depicted a number of handbags with the word 'delusional' spray painted on them, often incorrectly – was swiftly criticized for its use of generative AI. More from Billboard Lady Gaga Wins 2025 Sports Emmy for 'Hold My Hand' Pre-Super Bowl Tribute to Disaster Victims A$AP Rocky Teases New Song at Cannes During 'Highest 2 Lowest' Premiere 50 Cent Posts AI Picture of Himself Wearing 'Free Diddy' Shirt Kesha did not respond to the backlash, or address fans' requests to commission an actual artist to create new imagery for the single. However, on Tuesday (May 20), she took to social media to share new artwork for the single, along with an explanation for the update. 'When making the single art for my song 'Delusional,' I wanted to make the point that it's DELUSIONAL that the world expects artists to continue making art when we are so undervalued,' she explained. 'I tried to echo my ideas in the form of a political single cover. I've realized that living in alignment with my integrity is more important than proving a point. 'So I've decided to change the cover art for this song. She's one of my favorites.' Kesha also made a point to individually thank the creative team behind the artwork, including the photographer, videographer, stylists, and more. 'Thanks to my crew for helping me live out here in my highest and c–tiest potential,' she added. In closing her social post, Kesha also addressed the elephant in the room, directly shifting her focus to the work of AI and the toll it can take on real creatives in the process. 'AI is a Pandora's box that we as a society have collectively opened, and I think it's important that we keep human ramifications in mind as we learn how to use it as a tool and not as a replacement,' she explained. 'Just me healing, in real time.' The updated artwork arrives less than two months from the release of . (Period) on July 4 via her own Kesha Records label. It also arrives as her first LP since the 2023 settlement of a yearslong legal battle with Dr. Luke over Kesha's claims that he drugged and raped her in 2005, after which he sued her for defamation while calling the allegations 'false and shocking.' 'I'm really excited for the world to hear this, because I've been in control of everything,' she revealed on The Jennifer Hudson Show recently. 'It's been all of my vision, all of my words, a lot of hard work, a lot of joy,' she continued. 'Really coming back home to myself and feeling what freedom really looks like, feels like, sounds like.' Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
