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Black America Web
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Drake Makes History As First Ever Artist With 10 Diamond Records, Social Media Reminds Haters
Source: Prince Williams / Getty Drake set a wild new record; he's now the only artist with 10 diamond-certified tracks under his belt. The RIAA confirmed that both 'Hold On, We're Going Home' and his breakout banger 'Best I Ever Had' have officially gone diamond, meaning each has moved over 10 million units. That puts him at the top, passing every other artist in the game when it comes to diamond hits. Once the news hit Instagram, the reactions were all over the place. Some fans gave him his flowers, with one person writing, 'You can't hate on this… greatness right here.' But the Kendrick vs. Drake debate popped right back up. A Kendrick fan jumped in saying, 'Nobody said Drake didn't have hits, we just saying Dot raps better. The machine behind Drake been running strong for years.' While everyone's talking numbers, Drake's already back in the lab. He told Adin Ross during a stream on Kick that he's cooking up something new, calling the next project a 'slap.' His post on IG with the caption 'Iceman' had fans guessing that it might be tied to the name or vibe of his next drop. If true, it'll be his first solo album since For All the Dogs in 2023. On top of that, he's linking up with Kai Cenat for a new music video for 'SOMEBODY LOVES ME.' They're running a contest where fans can submit their ideas for a chance to win $15K and get featured in the final cut. Drake even popped up at Cenat's 'Streamer University' event last weekend, keeping his finger on the pulse of what's hot online. At this point, Drake isn't just breaking records, he's rewriting the rules. Drake Makes History As First Ever Artist With 10 Diamond Records, Social Media Reminds Haters was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
The South African
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The South African
Kendrick Lamar smashes touring records with 'Grand National Tour'
Kendrick Lamar has done it again. The Compton-born rapper, already a legend, just made history with his 'Grand National Tour'. Kendrick has become the first rapper to have multiple tours in the top five highest-grossing hip-hop tours of all time. 'The Grand National Tour' has already grossed over R2.19 billion, overtaking his own 'Big Steppers Tour', which earned R2.16 billion in 2023. Industry experts now predict it will rake in over R6.8 billion by the end, smashing Drake's previous record and setting a new bar for the genre. Kendrick Lamar kicked off the tour in Minneapolis, where he and SZA pulled in a record R177 million from just one night. Houston saw another record: R184 million in a single show. Seattle? An eye-watering R288 million, with nearly 61,000 fans in attendance. It was the the largest crowd yet, according to Hot New HipHop. The tour isn't just about Kendrick, as SZA, his co-headliner, also brings her own magic. Their chemistry on stage is electric, and together, they've dominated the charts. SZA's SOS album even dethroned Michael Jackson's record for the longest-running #1 album in Billboard history. Fans have been treated to unforgettable duets, including 30 for 30 and Luther , as well as Kendrick's viral diss tracks Euphoria and Not Like Us . Kendrick Lamar enjoys immense popularity in South Africa, consistently ranking among the country's most-streamed international artists. According to Spotify's 2024 data, Kendrick was one of the top-streamed artists in South Africa. Kendrick Lamar's influence is further underscored by his streaming dominance. He surpassed 5 billion Spotify streams globally in just the first four months of 2025. This demonstrated his enduring relevance and reach among South African listeners and beyond. At SoFi Stadium, Kendrick reflected on the journey. 'They always claim you're the most subdued audience across the globe. I swear they say that,' he told the crowd. 'But for the last two nights, I believe we have transformed their entire viewpoint worldwide.' With the tour's momentum, the world is watching. Kendrick Lamar makes history, one sold-out stadium at a time. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Standard Chartered Doubles Down On $500K Bitcoin Target, Citing 'Wider Range Of Institutional Buyers'
Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. Standard Chartered has suggested it is more confident in its $500,000 Bitcoin price prediction. Standard Chartered Global Head of Digital Assets Research Geoffrey Kendrick highlighted that 13F data showed that several government entities increased MicroStrategy exposure in Q1. The $500,000 price point is symbolic for several Bitcoin proponents. Ambitious price predictions are commonplace in the world of cryptocurrencies, but they do not often come from prominent traditional financial institutions. Analysts at Standard Chartered predicted in February that Bitcoin would exchange hands for a staggering $500,000 per coin by 2028, reasoning that the supportive regulatory environment created by the Trump administration would improve access to the asset and bolster demand. Fast-forward three months, and the British multinational bank is doubling down. Don't Miss: — no wallets, just price speculation and free paper trading to practice different strategies. Grow your IRA or 401(k) with Crypto – . Standard Chartered has suggested in a Tuesday note that it is more confident in its $500,000 Bitcoin price prediction following recent 13F filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. 13F filings are quarterly reports that institutional investment managers with over $100 million in assets are required to file with the SEC. 'The latest 13F data from the US Securities and Exchange Commission supports our core thesis that Bitcoin will reach the USD 500,000 level before Trump leaves office as it attracts a wider range of institutional buyers,' Standard Chartered Global Head of Digital Assets Research Geoffrey Kendrick wrote. Kendrick said that the recent filings appeared 'disappointing at first glance' as the State of Wisconsin Investment Board revealed that it had dumped its 3,400 BTC-equivalent holdings in BlackRock's spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (NASDAQ:IBIT). At the same time, Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund Mubdala Investment Company only bumped up its 4,700 BTC-equivalent holdings in IBIT to 5,000 BTC Trending: New to crypto? on Coinbase. But while Bitcoin ETF ownership data disappointed, MicroStrategy (NASDAQ:MSTR) holdings data 'was very encouraging,' Kendrick said. MicroStrategy is a business intelligence firm turned Bitcoin treasury company widely regarded as a proxy for the leading digital asset. Kendrick highlighted that 13F data showed that several government entities increased MicroStrategy exposure in Q1. These include Norway's Government Pension Fund, the Swiss National Bank and South Korea's National Pension Service and Investment Corporation, which each increased their holdings by an equivalent of 700 BTC. U.S. retirement funds in California, Kentucky, New York and North Carolina also added a combined 1,000 BTC-equivalent shares to their holdings. Meanwhile, France's investment arm Caisse des Dépots et Consignations and the Saudi Central Bank dipped their toes for the first time with 2,404 shares worth $692,000 and 89 shares worth $25,600, respectively. 'We believe that in some cases, MSTR holdings by government entities reflect a desire to gain Bitcoin exposure where local regulations do not allow direct BTC holdings,' Kendrick noted, adding, 'MSTR holdings point to widening structural demand.' The $500,000 price point is symbolic for several Bitcoin proponents and not just because it is a very large number. In November, Bitwise investment chief Matt Hougan said the $500,000 price point marked the point where Bitcoin would be 'mature.' He explained that a mature Bitcoin would share gold's $20 trillion market cap equally, which is how he arrived at the figure. 'Until then, it's still early,' he wrote at the time. SkyBridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci expressed a similar sentiment last week. He said Bitcoin would be considered an asset class when it hit $500,000. At last look, Bitcoin is trading at $106,000, up roughly 1% on the day. Read Next: A must-have for all crypto enthusiasts: . 'Scrolling To UBI' — Deloitte's #1 fastest-growing software company allows users to earn money on their phones. Image: Shutterstock Send To MSN: 0 This article Standard Chartered Doubles Down On $500K Bitcoin Target, Citing 'Wider Range Of Institutional Buyers' originally appeared on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Perth Now
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Fat Joe dubs Kendrick Lamar and SZA the next Ja Rule and Ashanti
Fat Joe has dubbed Kendrick Lamar and SZA as the next Ja Rule and Ashanti. The rap legend believes the regular collaborators - who have released tracks such as 2017's 'Doves in the Wind' and December's '30 For 30' from SZA's reissue of 'SOS' ('LANA'), as well 'Luther' and 'Gloria' on Kendrick's latest LP 'GNX' - are the "greatest duo of all time" like the noughties hip-hop and R'n'B stars. Speaking on his podcast 'Joe and Jada', he said of the pair: 'What you don't know is that they're going to be best friends and all that forever. Right now, they got about six or seven songs. They are number one. They could take the spot, 100 percent. They are fire together. I'm just saying if it ever gets rocky… [If it doesn't] then they're going to take the slot." He added: 'They're on their way. They call Ja and Ashanti the greatest duo of all time, I'm just saying SZA and Kendrick are solo artists.' SZA recently said she wants to do a full album with the "genius" Kendrick. Speaking on 'Sherri', the artist - whose real name is Solána Rowe - said: "I would love that. "I think that would be amazing. He's such a genius. And a part of his genius is like him being so elusive and so mysterious and I love it." When it came to 'GNX', SZA had no idea what tracks her vocals would end up on, but she did approve her takes. She explained: "I don't know what's going on as much as you don't know what's going on. "When 'Luther' came out, I said, 'OK, that's the vocals we're using, period.' Same with 'Gloria.' I said, 'OK.'" SZA feels like she is 'thrust into the spotlight' whenever she works with Kendrick, but praised the star for remaining 'grounded'. She continued: "That's also part of the fumbling and finding. "He's a huge part of my fumbling and finding era because I'm trusting his expertise and being thrust into these moments and spotlight and saying yes. He's so good at saying yes, but staying grounded. So I'm just like, 'Teach me, sensei, what you know.'" The pair hit the road for their 'Grand National Tour' in April, with the run set to conclude August 9. After wowing at the Super Bowl Halftime Show in New Orleans in February, the collaborators will be bringing their 'Grand National Tour' to Glasgow, Birmingham, London and Cardiff in July. The UK run will begin on July 8 at Glasgow's Hampden Park and wrap at London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on July 22.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
5 Must-See Anna Kendrick Movies, Ranked from Least to Greatest
A Simple Favor star Anna Kendrick is on everyone's mind in the lead-up to the release of the sequel, Another Simple Favor. Kendrick has been a delightful presence on movie screens since she debuted in the 2003 indie comedy Camp. She's also prolific, having appeared in over 40 movies since then, including three Pitch Perfect movies and the action movie The Accountant with Ben Affleck. So, which movies are the most fun for Kendrick fans to stream? Check out Watch With Us' recommendations below. This campy, glamorous thriller became a sleeper hit due to the excellent performances from Kendrick and co-star Blake Lively. In A Simple Favor, neighbors Emily (Lively) and Stephanie (Kendrick) form a friendship that quickly goes off the rails after Emily disappears while supposedly on a business trip. Stephanie, a widowed single mom and vlogger, gains fame and notoriety while sharing her quest to track Emily down on her vlog. The twists in this film are like something out of a soap opera — and we mean that in the best way. Complete with evil twins and faked deaths, there's nothing too shocking for A Simple Favor, so expect the unexpected. The chemistry between Lively and Kendrick is totally worth the hype. Watch A Simple Favor on Netflix. One could argue that Kendrick truly became a household name in this aca-mazing musical comedy film. She stars as Beca, a cynical music producer who gets roped into joining an a cappella singing group at college. Much to her surprise, she soon forms deep friendships with the 'awesome nerds' in the group. With catchy songs and a fantastic supporting cast, it's no wonder Pitch Perfect became a three-movie franchise. 'Pitch Perfect' Cast Reunions Through the Years: See Their Cutest Moments , Anna Camp, Brittany Snow, Skylar Astin and Ben Platt all sparkle in this hilarious musical coming-of-age story, but none as much as Kendrick herself. It's the perfect vehicle for her impressive singing voice, comedic timing and emotional awareness. Rent Pitch Perfect on Amazon Prime Video. Kendrick was nominated for a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her work in this Jason Reitman comedy-drama. Up In The Air stars George Clooney as corporate 'downsizer' Ryan Bingham, who travels around the country to (gently) fire people. He leads a nomadic existence, never putting down roots or forming any real connections with anyone. Kendrick's character, Natalie, is an ambitious mentee of Ryan's, who is convinced that the company could save money by having all those firing meetings via video conferencing. Ryan teaches Natalie to be more empathetic to the people she's firing, while Natalie forces Ryan to reconsider his unattached lifestyle. Vera Farmiga is equally magnetic as another professional traveler with whom Ryan has an affair. Despite its title, Up In The Air is a grounded film with characters who feel real and lived-in. Watch Up In The Air on Paramount+. This underrated musical film stars Kendrick and Broadway's Jeremy Jordan in an in-depth exploration of a doomed marriage from two different perspectives. Kendrick shows off her fantastic vocal chops yet again as Cathy, an aspiring actress mourning the end of the relationship. Jordan plays Jamie, a writer thrilled to be falling in love with a new woman. Told in a non-linear narrative, The Last Five Years alternates between two perspectives. Jamie's story starts when he and Cathy first meet and proceeds through their crumbling marriage, while Cathy's story begins at their divorce and moves backward as she remembers their initial courtship. Best Movies for Valentine's Day If You Just Went Through a Breakup: From Revenge to Major Eye Candy Kendrick and Jordan make a flawed, believable pair in this slightly unusual musical. Anyone who's ever had a bad breakup will relate. Watch The Last Five Years on Peacock. Kendrick's directorial debut is a powerful thriller based on the true story of serial killer Rodney Alcala, who is also known as 'The Dating Game Killer.' Alcala actually did appear on and win the popular game show The Dating Game in 1978. Kendrick's character Sheryl is based on the real-life bachelorette Cheryl Bradshaw, who unwittingly went on a date with the serial killer. Woman of the Hour is a searing look at the inherent sexism in the entertainment industry. Sheryl, an aspiring actress, finds The Dating Game vapid and creepy. She puts aside her discomfort, hoping that it will jump-start her career, and ends up in serious danger because of it. Alcala's misogyny is brushed off as nothing more than 'macho' behavior. It's a perfect encapsulation of the casual danger women can face from angry men. Kendrick's skill as both a director and a performer is apparent in every frame of the tense, intelligent thriller. A must-see for true crime fans and Kendrick fans alike, Woman of the Hour is her best work yet. Watch Woman of the Hour on Netflix.
