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CBS News
a day ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Philadelphia police beef up security for 2025 Roots Picnic, days after Fairmount Park mass shooting
Security top of mind ahead of Roots Picnic weekend after mass shooting in Fairmount Park Security top of mind ahead of Roots Picnic weekend after mass shooting in Fairmount Park Security top of mind ahead of Roots Picnic weekend after mass shooting in Fairmount Park Philadelphia police are beefing up security now that the Roots Picnic weekend has arrived. The two-day hip hop and R&B festival at the Mann Center in Fairmount Park draws tens of thousands of people annually. This year, heightened security is in place after a mass shooting in the same area that left two people dead and nine others injured on Memorial Day. Police are planning to deploy uniformed and undercover officers at the Roots Picnic. They are also working to prevent large, unsanctioned gatherings at the event. "We have a whole bureau of people in our intelligence bureau who do nothing but watch social media," Deputy Police Commissioner Frank Vanore said. "We have these incidents where these car groups like to meet up, so we're constantly monitoring social media and reacting to what we see there." Some festivalgoers said they welcome the extra police presence. "I'm glad that Philly is taking that cautious effort to make sure we have a heightened police presence because we do want people to feel safe there," Peter Jordan from Richmond, Virginia, said. This year's lineup includes several notable artists, including Philadelphia native and rap legend Meek Mill. Lenny Kravitz, Maxwell, GloRilla, Miguel and Tems will also take the stage. "It's my second year going," Jaden Gibson from West Philadelphia said. "I'm excited to see some new faces there." Eventgoers said they look forward to the music and the vibes. "I'm super excited," Robert Schwartz, co-founder of ACX1 Studios in Atlantic City, New Jersey, said. "It was supposed to rain. It's going to be a beautiful weekend. So many talented, amazing artists."
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
D'Angelo Cancels 2025 Roots Picnic Performance Due to ‘Unforeseen' Medical Issue
D'Angelo has dropped out of the 2025 Roots Picnic in Philadelphia, citing medical complications related to a previous surgery. On Friday (May 23), the iconic R&B artist announced through social media that he will no longer headline the Roots Picnic, scheduled for May 31 and June 1 at Philly's The Mann in Fairmount Park. The decision was made following medical advice related to an 'unforeseen' delay in his surgical recovery. More from Billboard D'Angelo, Meek Mill, Lenny Kravitz & GloRilla to Headline 2025 Roots Picnic Sophie Turner Shows Support for Ex-Husband Joe Jonas' New Album Sacha Jenkins, Influential Hip-Hop Journalist and Filmmaker, Dies at 54 'It is with the deepest of regrets that [I] must cancel my performance at the Roots Picnic in Philadelphia next weekend,' D'Angelo wrote in a statement shared through the Roots Picnic's Instagram page. 'But, due to an unforeseen medical delay regarding surgery [I] had earlier this year, [I've] been advised by my team of specialists that the performance this weekend could further complicate matters.' The festival added its support in the post's caption. 'Due to a longer-than-expected surgical recovery, @thedangelo won't be able to join us at Roots Picnic this year. We're sending love and keeping him in our thoughts as he continues to heal!' organizers wrote. The 17th annual Roots Picnic will still go forward with a stacked lineup including headliners Meek Mill and Lenny Kravitz. Other performers include GloRilla, Miguel, Tems, Latto, Kaytranada, and Jeezy. D'Angelo was originally slated to perform alongside festival curators The Roots. Stepping in as his replacement is fellow neo-soul icon Maxwell, the festival announced Friday on Instagram. 'It is nearly impossible to express how disappointed [I am] not to be able to play with my Brothers 'The Roots,'' D'Angelo added. 'And even more disappointed to not see all of You.' The singer closed the message by thanking fans for their continued support, hinting at new music on the horizon. [I'm] currently in the Lab & can't wait to serve Up what's in the Pot!' he wrote. 'LOVE U All and will see you very soon!' he wrote. D'Angelo last performed at the Roots Picnic in 2016, during the festival's first-ever New York City edition. The appearance followed the release of his acclaimed third album, Black Messiah, which reached No. 5 on the Billboard 200 in January 2015. 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
CTV News
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Lenny Kravitz to play Halifax festival this summer
Lenny Kravitz performs during the second weekend of the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival on Sunday, May 4th, 2025, at Fair Grounds Race Course in New Orleans. (Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP)
Global News
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Global News
Lenny Kravitz joining big name acts coming to Halifax this summer
Grammy-award winning musician Lenny Kravitz will be headlining the second day of a Halifax outdoor music festival this summer, joining other big name acts like Nickelback and The Killers. Halifax Music Fest, which runs June 27 to 29, will be set up at Garrison Grounds at Citadel Hill — in the heart of downtown Halifax. The president of Sonic Concerts, which is putting the festival on alongside Mighty Quinton Concerts, said it's been a long-awaited announcement. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'There's been a lot of buzz about the festival, and we're grateful to everyone for sticking with us while we finalized plans,' Louis Thomas said in a statement. 'We're really looking forward to seeing Halifax light up with music, and we're proud to be welcoming both artists and fans to our vibrant city.' Story continues below advertisement Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. In addition to Lenny Kravtiz, the line-up for June 28 includes Canadian pop-rock singer Amanda Marshall and Canadian song-songwriter Terra Lightfoot. As previously announced, June 27's line-up includes Nickelback, The Glorious Sons, Big Wreck, and Tenille Townes. June 29 will see The Killers, Alvvays, Lights, and Said The Whale take the stage.
Daily Mail
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Huge Britney Spears rumor finally put to bed after 25 years
Britney Spears fans have finally learned the truth behind her iconic Oops!... I Did It Again album cover. After 25 years of speculation that the famous artwork was photographed at Lenny Kravitz 's Miami house, the rumor has been dispelled once and for all thanks to photographer Mark Seliger's executive producer. Speaking to Page Six, Ruth Levy revealed: 'I can confirm the album cover was not shot at Lenny's house.' Instead, the publication claims that the actual location of the photoshoot was Quixote Studios in West Hollywood, California. And although Lenny's house wasn't used for the shoot, he was there at the time along with his then 12-year-old daughter, Zoe Kravitz. In 2019, Zoe, now 36, shared a throwback snap of the moment she met Britney, 43. She looked delighted in the image as she posed with the singer. 'This is important,' Zoe captioned the upload, which saw her smiling for the camera with Britney as she took a quick break for her hectic work schedule for the day. For the past 25 years, fans have speculated whether the artwork was shot at Lenny Kravitz's home in Miami Britney was at the height of her fame as an 18-year-old back in 2000 after having gained worldwide recognition with her hit single Hit Me Baby One More Time the year before. Proving that she was accompanied by her dad Lenny on the set of Britney's shoot, the year before Zoe shared a snap of him posing with Britney from the same day. She also labelled it: 'This is important @lennykravitz.' Britney went on to release seven more albums after Oops, with her latest being Glory in 2016. Known as the Princess of Pop, her work inspired other pop stars including Katy Perry and Meghan Trainor, she was honored wit the Billboard Millennium Award in 2016. Earlier this month, the model who made an appearance as Britney's astronaut lover in her Oops!...I Did It Again music video opened up about working with the singer. Eli Swanson, 49, became widely known for his role in the clip which was released 25 years earlier in April 2000. When he initially auditioned for the part in the music video, Eli was not aware that he would be working with Britney. Speaking to People, he said: 'The next day, I received the call time and details. When I arrived, I discovered what the project was, which was exciting.' The model, who is now working as a doctor, had nothing but positive words for Britney and the experience he had while on set. 'When I met her for the first time, she was very sweet,' he gushed. 'She had her little dog and her mom with her. 'It was cool to meet her. She was very, very nice... very humble.' At one point while filming a scene, he remembered that a piece from one of the cameras had fallen and hit the songstress in the head. But Eli explained the performer maintained her professionalism and 'took it like a champion.'
