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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
HarbourView Buys Royalty Rights From 'Say My Name,' 'Stay With Me' Producer Rodney 'Darkchild' Jerkins (Exclusive)
HarbourView Equity Partners has acquired the rights to the producer royalty income streams of Grammy-winning producer-songwriter Rodney 'Darkchild' Jerkins, the company confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter on Wednesday. The acquisition marks another notable deal around Jerkins' catalog, following the producer selling his publishing catalog to Recognition Music Group (formerly Hipgnosis Songs Fund) back in 2020. HarbourView declined to share financial details of the acquisition. Chapter Two, a Swedish music company specializing in music rights transactions, helped facilitate the deal, HarbourView said. More from The Hollywood Reporter Trump Pardons Rapper NBA Youngboy, Who Was Sentenced for Gun-Related Charges Fifth Harmony, Minus Camila Cabello, in Talks to Reunite (Exclusive) Smokey Robinson Files $500M Countersuit After Being Accused of Sexual Assault With the purchase, HarbourView is getting Jerkins' recorded royalties on iconic hits like Brandy and Monica's 'The Boy Is Mine,' Whitney Houston's 'It's Not Right but It's Okay,' Destiny Child's 'Say My Name,' Lady Gaga's 'Telephone' featuring Beyoncé, Justin Bieber's 'As Long As You Love Me,' and Sam Smith's 'Stay With Me.' Jerkins is set to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame next month. 'At HarbourView, our mission is to curate a canon of work that represents the very best of global culture which is why it is essential that the contributions of legendary creators like Rodney Jerkins continue to be recognized, preserved, and celebrated,' Sherrese Clarke, HarbourView's founder and CEO, said in a statement. 'We are honored to welcome him to the HarbourView family and humbled by his decision to join us.' Prior to the Darkchild deal, HarbourView had acquired rights from major artists, writers and producers, including T-Pain, Pat Benatar, Kane Brown, Luis Fonsi, James Fauntleroy, Wiz Khalifa and Christine McVie of Fleetwood Mac, among others. Fox Rothschild was HarbourView's legal counsel in the acquisition, while Pamela L. Klein of Rossi Baldivia Klein Fine & Spector, P.C. represented Jerkins. 'HarbourView truly understands the value of music and the people who create it,' Jerkins said. 'Music creators deserve respect and clarity when it comes to selling their life's work, and working with both HarbourView and Chapter Two has made that process feel seamless.' Michael Traore, Chapter Two's CEO, called the deal 'a clear sign that creators are realizing the true value of their work faster and more transparently than ever before.' Traore said, 'Rodney is setting a new benchmark in the industry, and we thank HarbourView for their vision in working with us.' Best of The Hollywood Reporter How the Warner Brothers Got Their Film Business Started Meet the World Builders: Hollywood's Top Physical Production Executives of 2023 Men in Blazers, Hollywood's Favorite Soccer Podcast, Aims for a Global Empire
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Anti-Defamation League CEO: Ye's Stunt Exposed Tech Platforms' Antisemitism Problem
Our culture has long been vulnerable to celebrities and influencers who popularize hate. From Father Charles Coughlin in the 1930s to Mel Gibson in the 2000s, each has taken advantage of their platform to spread conspiracy theories or antisemitic tropes to the masses. But the rapper and internet celebrity Kanye West, or 'Ye,' remains in a category all his own. Unlike others before him, Ye has never tried to mask his hatred of Jews or couch his beliefs in timeworn antisemitic conspiracy theories. While he once seemingly attempted an apology to the Jewish community, Ye has doubled and tripled down on his antisemitic rants – again and again and again. Ye, who makes no secret of his hatred for the Jewish people, infamously threatened to go 'death con 3 on JEWISH PEOPLE.' His latest apology, issued last week, came as a short burst of tweets less than 9 hours after an antisemitic extremist gunned down a young couple outside of the Capital Jewish Museum. More from The Hollywood Reporter HarbourView Buys Royalty Rights From "Say My Name," "Stay With Me" Producer Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins (Exclusive) Trump Pardons Rapper NBA Youngboy, Who Was Sentenced for Gun-Related Charges Fifth Harmony, Minus Camila Cabello, in Talks to Reunite (Exclusive) 'I'm done with antisemitism,' he wrote. But I'm not buying it. Ye's pattern of recidivist antisemitism has continued since 2022, so no one should be surprised by his latest antisemitic stunt: the release of a new music video, outrageously titled 'Heil Hitler,' and companion song titled 'WW3,' which glorified the architect of the Holocaust and dredged up a few more antisemitic tropes for good measure. What's worse? Thanks to the power of technology, literally millions of people streamed the new song as it made the rounds — predictably and virally — on social media platforms like Spotify and SoundCloud. While Ye's Hitler-glorifying lyrics stood in clear violation of their policies against hate speech, most social platforms failed to act when the video first hit their algorithms. Some, shamefully, still haven't acted at all. This inertia has consequences. When phrases like 'Heil Hitler' are made more popular, our cultural safeguards against overt antisemitism crumble and the guardrails against other forms of hate give way. Ye's descent into Hitler fandom isn't happening in a vacuum. With antisemitic beliefs already at their highest levels in decades, and with Jewish communities around the world facing a tsunami of antisemitic harassment and vandalism, especially post-Oct. 7, his comments about Jews and praise for Hitler are reaching a younger, more susceptible audience. A recent ADL survey found that 46 percent of the world's adult population harbor deeply entrenched antisemitic attitudes, more than double compared to just a decade ago. And in a startling shift from previous findings, U.S. polling data in 2024 revealed that millennials and members of Generation Z are more likely to harbor antisemitic tropes than older Americans. Social media grants to unhinged antisemites, racists and bigots like Ye the kind of massive global audience that Hitler's propaganda minister Josef Goebbels could only have imagined. To put this into perspective, Ye has 33.5 million followers on X (formerly Twitter); the global Jewish population currently is estimated at 15.8 million. The damage that's being done by these powerful high-tech companies as they attempt to grapple with problems they themselves created is immeasurable. This moment is made even worse by the backsliding of certain platforms like X and Meta on their approaches to addressing antisemitism. Meta no longer proactively removes hate speech without first receiving a user report. Mark Zuckerberg has called this 'a trade-off.' I would call it an abdication. Protections that were in place several years ago and could have mitigated the reach of something as vile as Ye's 'Heil Hitler' have been dismantled on these prominent platforms. We've seen the results in the data: Jewish members of Congress have faced a nearly fivefold increase in antisemitic harassment on Facebook since the start of the year, thanks most likely to the controversial changes to Meta's moderation policies in January. Our latest report card gave X an 'F' for how it handled reports of obvious and explicit antisemitic content. These kinds of changes create an online environment for antisemitism to not only survive but thrive on these platforms. Released on May 8, which was also the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany's defeat, Ye's Hitler video has racked up an eye-popping 10 million views on X as of this writing. Meanwhile, Spotify only took down the song following public pressure but has yet to answer for allowing major podcasts to platform Holocaust deniers and amplify virulent antisemites. Another pro-Nazi song from Ye, 'WW3,' still remains available on the platform. As a result, the hardcore bigots are taking a victory lap. Far-right influencers shared the video on their pages. Andrew Tate, the prominent far-right misogynist, posted a video of himself playing the song in his car. That video currently has more than three million views. Social platforms that cater to teenagers and potentially even younger children should make every effort to protect users from experiencing harassment and hate speech. Ye's song comes at a time when knowledge about the history of the Holocaust is fading. An estimated one in five survey respondents, said in a recent poll that they are unaware of the Holocaust; less than half recognize its historical accuracy. There's no doubt his words and actions have consequences. In 2022, ADL documented at least 30 antisemitic incidents that directly referenced Ye after his antisemitic outbursts made headlines. It took a decade just to get Facebook to recognize it had a Holocaust denial problem. Social media companies need to stop backsliding on their responsibility to fight hate today. They must step up, before it is too late. Jonathan A. Greenblatt is CEO and National Director of the Anti-Defamation League. Best of The Hollywood Reporter How the Warner Brothers Got Their Film Business Started Meet the World Builders: Hollywood's Top Physical Production Executives of 2023 Men in Blazers, Hollywood's Favorite Soccer Podcast, Aims for a Global Empire
The Review Geek
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Review Geek
Novelists – CODA
Track List Say My Name Coda All For Nothing Maldicion De La Bruja In Heaven Adam And Eve Sleepless Nights 78 Rue CRC K.O Novelists revitalise the rock scene with an album showing technical chord progression and rhythm. It is a rare piece of artistry which plays out as a juggernaut, and this band prove their heading to the top without pretentiousness. The songs are all tightly weaved and they soar as a result, breaking conventions especially musically and the lyrics convey despair in such a manner that it is easy to feel them and to relate. Chugging guitar moments grab the attention, putting the volume up to breaking point, and when things get subtle, its majestic. Subtlety is not a consistent basis on CODA either, as rapidly the tracks measure up to a loud sequence that grows and grows until it snaps. The beauty of these songs comes from a seriously talented unit, which do not lose momentum or swagger – they only get better and neater throughout the album. Say My Name in particular is sublime. The band have worked tirelessly here, opting for the big and bold, which provides a wonderful atmosphere and backbeat. It helps too that the vocals are superb. It is a sure sign of a quality act. Sleepless Nights begins with a quiet edge until the soaring guitars and percussion cuts in, making for a loud but satisfying experience. The lyrics convey endless disarray and disappointment. CRC meanwhile, proves the band can mean business. It's a no-nonsense approach, biting down on love and its dark side. The instrumentals blow minds and hearts, while the lyrics show hatred towards the regime. Ultimately, Novelists is a talented band making waves. CODA is their best work and their most honest collection, making for an easy recommendation.
Newsweek
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Tina Knowles Talks Beyoncé 'Rivalry' With Solange—'She Wasn't Listening'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Tina Knowles spoke out about a "rivalry" between daughters Beyoncé and Solange Knowles on a recent podcast. The Context Tina Knowles and ex-husband Mathew Knowles got married in 1980 and welcomed Beyoncé in 1981 and Solange Knowles in 1986. Beyoncé skyrocketed to fame in the 1990s as the lead singer of the Destiny's Child—whose hits include "Say My Name" and "Survivor"—and later went on to achieve massive success as a solo artist too. Today, she has more Grammy nominations (99) and more Grammy awards (35) than any other artist in history. Solange Knowles is also a talented singer-songwriter and released several albums of her own. She was a backup dancer for Destiny's Child and launched a record label called Saint Records in 2013. In 2016, she won a Grammy for her song "Cranes in the Sky," which took home Best R&B Performance. Solange Knowles (L) and her sister Beyoncé Knowles (R) pose for a portrait during a photo shoot on June 28, 2001 in Atlanta, Georgia. Solange Knowles (L) and her sister Beyoncé Knowles (R) pose for a portrait during a photo shoot on June 28, 2001 in Atlanta, To Know During a special live episode of IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson, which was released on Friday, Tina Knowles promoted her new book Matriarch and spoke out about her children. She told host Michelle Obama that things between Beyoncé and Solange once got so tense that she "took them to therapy." Newsweek reached out to Beyoncé and Solange Knowles' representatives via email for comment. "Beyoncé just wanted a little sister so bad, and she just loved Solange and adored her," Tina Knowles said, before noting a change in the "Texas Hold 'Em" singer. "But by the time she got to be 10, she was in that group, and all of a sudden, I just started noticing that the girls in the group would say, 'Shut up, Solange,' because Solange would be in there trying to run things, trying to teach them choreography." "Trying to keep up," Obama chimed in. "Trying to keep up with her sister," Tina Knowles agreed. "Beyoncé started letting them say, 'Shut up, Solange. Be quiet, Solange. Mama, come get Solange.' You know? And I was like, 'This is Solange's house. Y'all are in her house.'" "Don't you love Tina?" the former first lady asked the audience through laughter. Tina Knowles proceeded to tell listeners that she enlisted the help of an outside source when what she was telling them wasn't getting through. "She took these people to therapy. I love that," Obama said. "I did. And you know, I remember some of my relatives saying, 'You're going to make them kids crazy.' But I wanted them to be close, and I didn't want there to be this rivalry, and I didn't want it to be that Beyoncé was not ride or die for her sister first. You don't let somebody do your sister like that," the fashion designer continued. "So I took them to therapy, and I found this young man that was amazing, and he explained it all to Beyoncé because I had been explaining it to her but she wasn't listening." Tina Knowles added that "things got immediately better with them," and while "Beyoncé hated therapy," Solange "loved" it. "Solange kept going. And eventually her therapist passed away and so she stopped going as a kid, but it was just great for them," the House of Deréon founder said. "I used to have to have a Solange day for her because when the kids are not really close together, I think it's way harder. When they're really close together, it's different, but I just didn't want that rivalry. And they have been close ever since." In 2023, Mathew Knowles took to Instagram to speak out about his musically gifted daughters. "When Beyoncé and Solange showed an interest in music at a very young age, Tina and I (who were already corporate professionals and entrepreneurs) didn't attempt to downplay their passions," he said. "Rather, we encouraged them, we guided them, we supported them. As long as they took it seriously and strived to be the best they could, we were happy with whatever career path they chose." He added: "The world needs more people who are connected to their inner ambitions and passions, and are surrounded by those who nurture them. It'll make the world a better place for us all." What People Are Saying In the comments underneath the interview on Spotify, fans praised Tina Knowles and Obama's conversation, as well as he businesswoman's new book. Tamika Patrice wrote: "Love love love the energy, essence and pride these two beautiful Black women embody and radiate to the world. ❤️❤️❤️" aliwanwan said: "Such a wonderful interview. Mama T definitely has her own story to tell and I can't wait to grab a copy for my own mom to read." KariG shared: "For someone so private all this time, this is amazing for her to share. It's beautiful. Can't wait to read! ❣️" Stan posted: "I got the book today! Can't wait to start reading it and learning all about this well spoken and intelligent woman and her journey from beginning to now!" CupcakeGirl added: "I love this interview!" Beyoncé praised her mom too, writing via Instagram on May 1: "The Mama T was that good?? Ha. You deserve it, I'm so proud!" What Happens Next Matriarch was released on April 22 and is currently available for purchase online and in stores. Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Tour kicked off in April in Los Angeles and concludes in Las Vegas in July.
News18
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Bebe Rexha Responds To Azealia Banks' Body-Shaming Comments After Met Gala
Last Updated: The two have been in a heated exchange on social media since Bebe Rexha's Met Gala appearance. Bebe Rexha has frequently been subjected to body-shaming, and this time, the pop singer is voicing her frustration with the constant scrutiny of her weight and health. Her recent Met Gala appearance sparked an online debate, but it was Azealia Banks' harsh comments that really set Rexha off. The singer made her Met Gala debut in a Christian Siriano gown, perfectly aligning with the event's theme, but it was Banks' criticism that angered Rexha the most. Azealia Banks' Body-Shaming Comments The 33-year-old rapper shared a picture of the Say My Name hitmaker from the Met Gala 2025 and dropped a scathing remark. 'Sis gives me – hormonal birth control implant or something. It's giving Implanon/nuvaRing she needs removed or depo shot that needs to stop happening (I'm not even trying to play her)," the post read. While fans were quick to call out the rapper's criticism, Bebe Rexha also responded, asking Banks to seek some help. 'And you might wanna jump on some type of therapy, sis. Lexapro worked great for me. Something that helps with the deep-rooted sadness and chaos you keep projecting. Healing looks good on everyone. Try it," Rexha wrote in a tweet. In a now-deleted tweet, the singer expressed going through mental fatigue upon seeing such body-shaming comments about her body, further reiterating her diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome. 'I'm tired of people commenting on my weight. I have PCOS and struggle with infertility. I got pregnant, and it didn't work out, and I've been carrying that pain in silence. I never owed anyone that truth, but maybe now you'll think twice before commenting on anyone's body," she tweeted. In the midst of the back-and-forth between Bebe Rexha and Azealia Banks, the latter shared her personal health journey. Banks revealed, 'Lexapro LITERALLY made me fat!!! I'm not kidding. And it made depression even worse. I took SSRIs for years and quit in 2019. First citalopram (Celexa), then escitalopram, and then stopped and switched to an ashwagandha + maca + turmeric combo." She went on to advise Rexha to focus on addressing her weight loss concerns. It's important to note that Bebe Rexha has been open about her health struggles. In 2019, she bravely shared with her fans that she was battling bipolar disorder, further shedding light on the personal challenges she faces alongside her ongoing career. First Published: May 08, 2025, 17:32 IST
