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Express Tribune
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
David Guetta sends song to Benson Boone for possible collaboration
French DJ and record producer David Guetta has revealed that he recently sent rising pop star Benson Boone a song, opening the door for a potential musical collaboration between the two artists. The revelation came during backstage coverage at the American Music Awards (#AMAs), where Guetta briefly discussed his latest projects and future plans. 'I sent him a track because I think his voice and energy would bring something really special to it,' Guetta said. 'Benson is super talented, and I've been following his journey for a while now.' Guetta, a two-time Grammy Award winner known for hit collaborations with artists like Sia, Usher, and Nicki Minaj, continues to blend electronic dance music with pop and R&B to global acclaim. A track featuring Benson Boone could introduce the young American singer-songwriter to a new audience while bringing a fresh emotional edge to Guetta's high-energy production style. Benson Boone has been rapidly gaining attention in the music scene with viral hits like 'Beautiful Things' and his debut album Fireworks & Rollerblades. Boone's powerful vocals and emotionally charged lyrics have earned him a growing fanbase and critical praise. While neither artist confirmed a release date or official project, the news has sparked excitement among fans on social media, who are eager to hear what the two artists might create together.
Observer
12-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Observer
Wooooo Hooooo: It's the Weekend!
Strange... but the 'Black-Eyed Peas,' a group of musicians with their origins in the mid 1990's wrote a song that somewhat rearranges our week. 'I Got a Feeling,' launched in 2009 and was a stunning success, topping the Billboard Charts for 26 consecutive weeks, a record at the time. The group was originally put together by William Adams Jr, Alan Limbo, Mooky Mook, Dante Santiago and DJMotiv8, as a concept group, exploring musical diversity with jazz and rhythm; and blues influences. That first iteration, while having a loyal following, a distinctive, almost retro style, was very different from the 'gansta-rap' style of the day, but their first album was never released and they, in musical parlance, stalled. Of the originals, William Adams Jr, was to achieve prominence across the wider entertainment industry as ' and Alan Pineda Limbo, re-identified himself as ' To join the two were Jaime Luis Gomez, otherwise known as 'Taboo.' I guess 'strange' doesn't really say it all, does it? Changing what appear to be perfectly good names, given by their parents, to a confusing litany of identifiers... oh well. However, the same sophistication that had earmarked their earlier venture, this time around found an appreciative audience, perhaps in the new social awareness of black America and prominent soloists Macy Gray and Kim Hill were guest artists across several of their releases between 1995 and 2002. Then Stacey May 'Fergie' Ferguson joined them, offering her unique voice, the antonym to their diversity, the missing piece of their puzzle, and they went stratospheric! Fergie's soulful 'Where Is the Love,' led the charge; 'Shut Up,' consolidated their musical 'creds,' culminating in a Grammy in 2005, their unique 'Don't Phunk With My Heart,' and 'Don't Lie,' and 'My Humps,' created a legacy that would endure until 2011. Anyway, back to 'I Got a Feeling.' It's a cracking tune and everyone, if nothing else, can sing along to the repetitive words and melodies, not always at the right time, or in the right tune, but IGaF inspires smiles, joy and celebration, with its falsetto 'Woooooooh hoooooooo,' and 'tonight's gonna be a good night.' But why has it always piqued my fancy? Because it restyles and remodels the week. Amidst all the repetition and 'Tonight's gonna be a good night-ing,' they sing, 'Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Saturday to Sunday,' doing what many of us have always asked for... two Saturdays in a week, or a weekend! Apart from its catchy lyrics, its 100% weekend and party vibe, very few people know that it was inspired by David (Ravy Davy) Guetta, the French-born icon of dance-pop collaboration, whether as a producer or DJ, they say, 'everything Guetta, turns to gold.' Guetta, in 2009, worked around several 'beats,' or unfinished tunes, with and when the American came up with 'tonight's gonna be a good night,' as the hook, Guetta immediately recognised its potential and the most downloaded tune in America's history was born. for his part, recognised that young people were looking for, if not escape, then stimulation, joy, noise and dedicated it to 'the party people, who just want to go out, to lose themselves, to escape and have fun.' He felt that with times being hard and drugs meaning trouble with a capital 'T,' here was something to embrace. He was surely right and even Guetta, who two years later was to release the greatest dance anthem ever, with Kelly Rowland, 'When Love Takes Over,' credits the Black-Eyed Peas collaboration with setting the standard, musically and socially. I'm no great 'muso' or music afficionado, but this tune has relevance to so many of us. It's liberating! It helps us to understand that we can see our lives and our weekends, in different ways. We do have the power, not only to embrace change, but to make it happen, to work hard and play harder. So often, we do know what we want and where we are headed, but we are rarely bold enough to embrace the destination and so, the journey.
Yahoo
24-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Inspiration Burned Bright for These Local Artists During the L.A. Fires
Art was on the forefront of events this past weekend and after the L.A. wildfires, focusing on community and creativity made for a restorative and reflective experience. Los Angeles magazine has been spotlighting both all month long. Our February issue honored those who fought to save homes and lives via three powerful print covers made by revered artists, including Mr. Brainwash, Robert Vargas, and Guerin many more creators were inspired to depict the courage, community, and love that came out of so much devastation. As L.A. fights to rebuild and groups come together to continue to raise funds to help those who lost everything, we spotlight more talents here, all of whom are using their platforms and skills to convey the resilience of our Guetta aka "HEROES" (2025)'Seeing the bravery of the firefighters and the way communities came together in the face of devastation moved me deeply,' says Jaques Guerry, aka TK, about his work. ' I wanted to capture the human spirit that rose against them. Through this piece, I aimed to honor those who risked everything to protect others and to remind people of the strength found in unity and the love for one's city during times of crisis.'Guetta, who describes his work as a blend of 'surrealism, edginess, and a touch of pop art,' is the son of famed street artist Mr. Brainwash, and he shares a love for unconventional concepts and elements that challenge conventional artistic norms. 'My dad is the reason I became an artist in the first place,' he says. 'Growing up, I spent countless hours in his studio, assisting him with everything from spray-painting graffiti to working with oil paints. Those early experiences not only exposed me to different artistic techniques but also instilled in me a deep passion for creative expression. While I strive to develop my own distinct style and artistic voice, there is no denying that my father's influence played a crucial role in shaping my journey.'Guetta is currently working on his next art show, to be held at Art Angels Gallery on May 29. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of this painting will go towards helping those who were affected by the fire. See more and bid on the print at Annie Rob () "LOVE LETTER TO LA" (2025) "When I heard about the fires, the first thing I did was contact all my loved ones to ask how they were doing and to see if there was anything I could do to help. Some let me know they evacuated, and unfortunately, a few did lose their homes," Rob says. "I felt powerless because I knew that people did not just lose material things but much more along with their homes, things that are irreplaceable and hold special memories."Rob hopes to honor those on the frontlines and also to bring hope to those that lost their homes with this piece. "I know money cannot replace all that was lost but I wanted to at least try to do something, whatever I could," she says. "I felt this art piece could resonate with those that are affected by the fire but also help raise funds for the community, and the organizations LAFD Foundation and MUSICARES.""This piece is a meditation on intimacy and vulnerability, expressed through the combination of natural beauty and human emotion," she shares in her statement. "The seascape serves as the foundation, with crashing waves under a dramatic sky rendered in a soft, traditional painting style. The ocean's vast, dynamic power mirrors the depth and complexity of human feelings.""Its placement against the dynamic ocean speaks to the urgency of expressing love and gratitude, especially in times of hardship," she adds. See more of her thought-provoking work on on Instagram. Cesar Aguilar aka "LA, Hope is Here" (2025)The L.A.-born and raised Latino artist and musician favors abstract and surrealist expression and experimenting with new mediums. He is known for finding beauty in imperfection and highlighting both in his work via his multi-arts group at skillset in art composition includes murals and scenic art creation, as well as ceramics and musical composition via the group Unsound Sunday."I painted this piece to capture the catastrophic events and honor the brave firefighters on the front lines," shares Aguilar. "One firefighter, holding flowers, symbolizes hope, growth, and the unity that our community is bringing to LA. Another, exhausted yet resilient, holds a balloon representing life and the heroes who are saving lives and supporting those affected by the fires." Buy it via Moby Arts L.A. "Significance of Salvage" (2025) Smith focused on "re-use, abundance, and transformation" in the wake of the fires. "I lost a lot and gained so much," she says, including "a majority of my supplies and inventory of artwork I've been working on for years." But the artist says she also gained something: "the confidence to try something new and exciting."Creating work from salvaged materials that would otherwise get discarded, Smith brings new life to stuff like used paper and old egg cartons. She creates new textures and paper materials, playing with the abundance. Though no burn remnants were used here, the conceptual focus on material items and their value is significant post-fire. "These collages are a symbol of what is possible if we just slow down and intentionally create," she says in her work statement. "They bring a calming feeling with space and a reminder of nature. I focused on that during a chaotic time, and it helped me ease my anxiety. I believe art has the power to heal." Read about 10 more essential L.A. artists inspired by Los Angeles
