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Lana Del Rey Provides Us Another To-Die-For Album

Music Observer Staff on January 2, 2023

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Lana Del Rey shared her latest album Did You Know That There’s a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd. She also revealed her theme song.

The album follows Blue Banisters. Furthermore, the musician will release it on March 10 via Interscope.

Additionally, the cover features a list of contributors to the album. It includes producers Jack Antonoff, Drew Erickson and Zach Dawes. Guests such as Jon Batiste, Father John Misty, Tommy Genesis and engineer Laura Sisk also feature on the cover.

Lana Del Rey announced new records in 2021. These include Chemtrails Over the Country Club and Blue Banisters. When she released the second LP, the musician broke records for most No. 1 albums on Billboard’s Alternative Albums chart.

Recently, Lana Del Rey released “Watercolor Eyes” for Euphoria – a Netflix series. She also covered Father John Misty’s “Buddy’s Rendezvous.”

Furthermore, Del Rey shared an update on a recent piece of music and a manuscript for a book she was working on earlier this fall. In several deleted clips, she claimed someone stole more hard drives, two camcorders, and a laptop from her car.

The incident led to several leaks of her unfinished tracks. Also, she has lost the manuscript for the supposedly new book.

Del Rey Career

The industry recognizes Del Rey’s music for its cinematic caliber and its navigation through tragic love, attraction and sadness. Additionally, she cites contemporary pop culture and Americana from the 1950s to 1960s.

Additionally, the singer received multiple awards and nominations throughout her career. It includes a Satellite Award, two MTV Europe Music Awards, and two Brit Awards. In addition, she secured six Grammy Awards nominations and a Golden Globe Award nod.

Variety gave her honor at the Hitmakers Awards. They named her “one of the most influential singer-songwriters of the 21st century.”

Following several projects, Del Rey’s spotlight debut finally came in 2011. The popular success of her single “Video Games” brought the breakthrough.

After that, she signed a recording contract with Interscope and Polydor.

Her second album, Born to Die (2012), bagged critical and commercial acclaim. In 2014, she released her third album, Ultraviolence (2014). It featured more use of the guitar instrument. Moreover, it debuted at No. 1 on the US Billboard 200.

During her fourth (Honeymoon, 2015) and fifth (Lust for Life, 2017) albums, the crowd saw a comeback to the charismatic convention of her early releases. Meanwhile, her sixth album, Fucking Rockwell! (2019), navigated soft rock.

She collaborated on soundtracks for visual media. Furthermore, she wrote and performed in the musical short Tropico. And it earned critical acclaim. She also dropped “Young and Beautiful” for The Great Gatsby, a romantic drama.

And the rest is history.

Billie Eilish Discusses How It is Growing Up in the Public Eye

Music Observer Staff on January 2, 2023

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The first person born in the 21st century to bag an Oscar is Billie Eilish.

As per the 20-year-old musician, she had impostor syndrome. Additionally, growing up in the spotlight for her was a “bruising experience.”

The BBC has listed Billie as one of the women on the BBC 100 Women list. Each year they identify the 100 inspirational and empowering women around the world. And this year’s list recognizes the evolution since the list was born ten years ago.

“I was doing an interview earlier today,” she said while pulling her hair free from two tight buns. “And I was saying that when a new person comes into my life – any sort of romantic thing – you guys are the first thing I mention. ‘Just so you know, this comes with me!”

And the public goes wild.

But now, Billie is sitting with the BBC 100 Women for an interview that she will soon speak about on stage during a concert. This interview discusses her career, that’s not even a decade old.

Born as Billie Eilish Pirate Baird O’Connell, the singer grew up in Los Angeles as the child of an actor and musician. Note that her parents were extras on shows like Friends and The West Wing. The “I’m a Bad Guy” singer was also homeschooled with her older brother Finneas O’Connell.

Her brother also lives in the music industry as a guitarist, singer, and songwriter.

Moreover, since she was four, writing songs has become her hobby. And her rise to the industry connotes a story of an icon.

Spotlight Growth for Billie

In 2015, Billie – then 14 years old – posted ”Ocean Eyes” on SoundCloud for her dance teacher to hear. Finneas wrote the song. And when she woke up, everything came in. She received a record deal and a set of meetings with older men.

“I look back fondly for the most part. But you know, it was so funny to be a 14-year-old girl with my 17-year-old brother. And, you know, just doing hundreds of meetings constantly,” Billie said in the interview with BBC.

“It was a lot of meetings with people that didn’t know how to talk to 14-year-old girls.”

Billie rose to fame, and her social media handles exploded. She now boasts 100 million followers on Instagram and over 60 million on TikTok. A post from Billie and the global fanbase would consistently bomb it with commentary.

According to her, she’s well aware of the intoxication and acidity of the comments. This is because she has been in so many herself. And it’s petrifying to be the subject of millions of conversations.

And as a domino effect, global fame precedes global interest from a few giant media outlets. The media analyzed and reiterated everything she said – these are people twice her age. It includes statements from the little to more serious personal matters such as living with depression and suicidal thoughts.

She said it’s a bruising event to grow up under the scrutiny of the public. Furthermore, defending statements you released when you were a teenager is challenging.

The Weeknd to Sing ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ Track

Music Observer Staff on December 19, 2022

The Weeknd is about to join the alien empire in Avatar: The Way of Water. He will soon be given an honorary title among the Na’vi, another planetary species.

Grammy-winning singer Abel Tesfaye, known professionally as The Weeknd, has created a tune for the upcoming Avatar sequel. An excerpt of his new work was revealed online Sunday with words of anticipation and led to his theatrical debut on December 16th.

A listening pleasure that fits perfectly into the fantastical world of James Cameron’s visionary film series.

Music and science fiction collided. Jon Landau, the producer of his popular 2009 Avatar movie and its upcoming sequel, recently welcomed the acclaimed musician to join the film family on his social media.

Audiences can expect special treatment coming out of theaters: The Weeknd is contributing an original song for the closing credits of Disney’s upcoming film, according to Entertainment Weekly.

Cameron’s highly anticipated Avatar sequel, Avatar:The Way of Water is about to be released. This time, original heroes Jake and Neytiri take their children in tow and venture into the ocean world to build a life together.

Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldanha return to take the audience back to the enchanting landscape of Pandora.

Though the fate of Pandora and its diverse peoples is in jeopardy even before the first film, a familiar face – Colonel Quaritch (played by Stephen Lang) – returns to reignite tensions between the humans and the Na’vi.

Living now within an avatar body, it remains to be seen what conflict this bold move may spark against interplanetary powerhouse RDA (Resources Development Administration).

Avatar: The Way of Water

Cameron says the sequels are “one big contiguous saga when you see it all, but each film has its own off-ramp and finale that rounds it all out,” he said in an interview with EW last month.

“The best metaphor is really good episodic TV. The key to The Way of Water is to get you on the side of the characters, so you actually care about what happens next in their journey,” he added.

Cameron wryly revealed that after 15 years, Jake and Neytiri are embracing a more mature outlook on life.

“What we saw in the first film were people who were fearless,” Cameron stated.

“Jake would throw himself off his ikran onto a leonopteryx, but is a father of four going to do that? I’m thinking probably not because they have a duty to survive. It doesn’t mean he’s a coward, but it means his priorities change. He’s trying to keep his kids alive and trying to adjust his own life.”

An Array of Sequels

Cameron is planning an extraordinary series of Avatar follow-ups, cementing his legacy as a visionary in the filmmaking world.

With four films already released (Avatar: The Way of Water) or in production, Cameron is determined to make his fifth movie a success. Showing his dedication and realism simultaneously, he has scheduled its debut for 2028.

If Avatar’s third installment is in the offing, the filmmaker is ready to conclude this much-loved franchise. But if viewers sample his latest offering – Avatar: The Way of Water – that could open a new chapter for these fantasy adventures.

“The market could be telling us we’re done in three months, or we might be semi-done, meaning: ‘OK, let’s complete the story within movie three, and not go on endlessly,’ if it’s just not profitable,” Cameron said in an interview with Total Film.

“We’re in a different world now than we were when I wrote this stuff, even,” he continued. “It’s the one-two punch — the pandemic and streaming. Or, conversely, maybe we’ll remind people what going to the theater is all about. This film definitely does that. The question is: how many people give a s— now?”

Previous Installments

In the first Avatar installment, Sam Worthington stars as Jake Sully – an able-bodied Marine veteran in a wheelchair who embarks on an intergalactic journey to Pandora.

There, he finds himself immersed amongst the Na’vi natives of this distant moon and discovers his role within their society amidst increasing tensions between them and Earth’s colonists.

Set on the breathtaking and diverse planet of Pandora, Avatar follows Jake as he embarks on an incredible journey.

Through his company’s “Avatar Program,” he merges with a human/Na’vi hybrid body to explore the environment with unparalleled freedom – leading him straight into a passionate romance between himself and Neytiri (played by Zoe Saldaña).

With their intertwined destinies in play, they must fight for survival against clouded colonialist motives from RDA forces – making it one wild ride.

Avatar dazzled moviegoers when it premiered in 2009 and shattered expectations to become the most successful film ever.

Its record was challenged by Avengers: Endgame, but Avatar has proven its staying power with additional showings that cemented its place at the top of box office success stories.

Avatar: The Way of Water invites fans to dive back into the incredible world of Pandora years after Jake and Neytiri’s union. Through this journey, we’ll explore their new lives as they strive to keep a balance between family life and preserving harmony on the planet they call home.

Get ready for a wave of epic adventure. Avatar: The Way of Water rocks theaters this December 16, so check out the trailer to get just a taste.

Kanye West Reveals His Interest in Nazism and Like for Hitler

Music Observer Staff on December 19, 2022

In another controversial instance, Kanye West took things a notch. After his anti-Semitic comments, West praised Adolf Hitler – a dictator.

In a lengthy interview on Thursday, the rapper shared his sentiments with scandalous conspiracy theorist Alex Jones. Jones recently received a court order to pay $965 million in damages for spreading false statements about the Sandy Hook mass shooting in 2012.

Kanye’s statements started following Jones, offering him an opportunity to step away from his anti-Semitic remarks on social media.

“You’re not Hitler; you’re not a Nazi, you don’t deserve to be called that and demonized,” he said.

“I see good things about Hitler also,” he added.

“This guy that invented highways invented the very microphone that I use every day as a musician. You can’t say out loud that this person ever did anything good, and I’m done with that. I’m done with the classifications. Every human being has something of value that they brought to the table, especially Hitler.”

But Hitler didn’t develop highways or the microphone. So perhaps the statement about highways is a mazed reference to the Autobahn – a road project in Germany that started ahead of the Nazis’ rise to power.

We can’t decipher where the microphone statement came from. But, as many know, Emile Berliner invented that technology while working with Thomas Edison in the 19th century.

At one point in the interview, Jones stated that he doesn’t like Nazis. Kanye then replied, “I like Hitler.”

“I don’t like the word ‘evil’ next to Nazis,” he stated. It came after Jones said, “CNN says white people are evil Nazis,” stirring up laughter from the host.

“I love Jewish people, but I also love Nazis,” Kanye added.

Kanye and Nazism

Throughout the interview, Kanye sported a black hood on his face. Furthermore, he mostly talked about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, mocking the newly re-elected politician. Netanyahu is a long-time ally of former President Donald Trump.

However, in recent times, the prime minister slammed Trump for meeting with Kanye and his white supremacist ally Nick Fuentes.

Kanye carried a net and a Yoo-Hoo chocolate milk can to try and ridicule Netanyahu.

“I just heard about this guy two weeks ago, and I thought he had a funny name,” he stated.

Although Kanye’s remarks sent a bombshell to the crowd and made Jones uncomfortable, it’s not the first time the mogul’s name has been linked to Hitler. In October, CNN reported that the Fuhrer fascinated the rapper. He even contemplated naming an album after him.

“He would praise Hitler by saying how incredible it was that he was able to accumulate so much power and would talk about all the great things he and the Nazi Party achieved for the German people,” an anonymous business exec who partnered with the mogul said.

According to the exec, Kanye didn’t hide his reading of Hitler’s 1925 manifesto Mein Kampf. Moreover, he openly talked about his “admiration” for the Nazis’ propaganda use.

Additionally, the source said Kanye’s closest friends know his fascination with Nazism. Another four unidentified sources stated that he intended to name his 2018 album Hitler ahead of changing it to Ye.

Eric “88Fingaz” Parham is the Modern Day Music Producer to the Stars

Music Observer Staff on December 14, 2022

Establishing a respectable name in the music industry necessitates a lot of hard work, self-sacrifice, and genuine musical talent. And talent can only be highlighted with the help of a gifted music producer who brings out the best in an artist. One such music producer is Eric “88Fingaz” Parham, who is now hailed as a music producer to the stars as a result of his exceptional work with various artists. Not only is he helping them come up with beautiful songs, but he is also instrumental in launching them to stardom.

When it comes to music, no one is as passionate as 88Fingaz. He has been around long enough to see several generations of gifted music artists become highly successful. He knows what keeps music fans hooked, what excites them, keeps them coming back for more, and what kind of music artist will make them stay. To say that 88Fingaz is a veteran music producer is just about right, as he has seen how the music business evolved throughout the years. Without question, he is an asset that has kept the music industry exciting over the past years.

His most recent work involves collaborating with Darius “Deezle” Harrison to co-produce LALoveTheBoss’ project. LALoveTheBoss is one of the most influential artists in the industry today who is a popular actress, influencer, fitness motivator, and entrepreneur. Her single “Get Money,” released last October, was produced by no other than 88Fingaz and Jazze Pha. Darius “Deezle” Harrison was an executive producer in LaLoveTheBoss’ recent single. The three-time Grammy Award winner also produced Lil Wayne’s single “Lollipop,” co-produced Chris Brown’s single, “Time For Love,” and co-authored Drake’s single, “In My Feelings.”

“Get Money” has become such a hit song that 88Fingaz and Bossmade records CEO ALEASE Garrett recently confirmed that the single will go national over the radio come January 2023. The single is expected to top music charts worldwide in the next few months as it continues to generate praise from music fans.

The upcoming year is also expected to be quite a remarkable journey for 88Fingaz as he is teaming up with Jamari Harcum, who invited him on board the Chaka Kahn project. Harcum is the Project Manager for Universal Music Group.

Additionally, 88Fingaz is slated to have a project with RSVP, an emerging R&B group made up of Ray J, Sammie, Bobby V, and Pleasure P. 88Fingaz will be working closely with Deezle as his production partner.

After spending many years of his career helping emerging artists get recognized for their music, 88Fingaz feels his time has come to also showcase his gifts. According to the music producer, he is currently working on various projects, including music for films. He is also very proud to share that he is collaborating with this generation’s most underrated yet hottest writers and collaborating with various producers at the same time.

Having amassed a lot of achievements over the years, which include lining in #1 on iTunes, #1 on Amazon, and #1 on Digital Radio Tracker Charts, 88Fingaz’s works can be expected to hit the charts once again in the near future.

10 Artists Who are Taking Rap to the Next Level

Music Observer Staff on December 12, 2022

Many artists have pushed the boundaries of music over the years, especially in rap. Today, the genre is no longer just limited to the music scene but is a lifestyle and culture that many individuals across the globe embraced as a way of life. Much of this is attributed to the many rappers in the industry who have paved the way for those who came after them. Here’s a list of rap icons who pushed the genre forward and inspired generations of budding artists.

1. Jay-Z

Shawn Corey Carter, known to most as Jay-Z, is a professional musician, rapper, record producer, and entrepreneur. He founded the Manhattan-based talent and entertainment agency Roc Nation, which hosts a stellar community of top-level artists.

Jay-Z played an instrumental role in the rap industry. In fact, many have called him one of the time’s most influential hip-hop artists. His songs, performances, and reputation have become an icon for many other rappers to aspire towards.

IG Handle: @jayzz_official

2. Daniel Thomas

Daniel StrongWalker Thomas is a Boston-based producer and executive producer. He worked with Nataanii Means the son of legendary American Indian Movement leader Russel Means on a track called “I Remain” and produced the controversial track “Light Em Up,” featuring artist Nicademus of the Delaware Nation and SavGod of the Comanche people.

As the director of the American Indian Movement support chapter AIM NE Woodlands, Daniel uses his music to bring awareness to the reality of the American Indian. He commits a good portion of his profit to the organization’s cause.

IG Handle: @StrongWalker360

3. Foxy brown

Foxy Brown is an American rapper who signed with Def Jam in 1996. Her debut album Ill Na Na made waves across the music industry, becoming a platinum record with seven million copies sold worldwide.

Foxy’s second album reached the top of the Billboard 200, making her the second female artist to top the chart after Lauryn Hill. She also won a Grammy award for her song “Na Na Be Like.”

IG Handle: @foxybrown

4. Mic Geronimo

Mic Geronimo is a rapper widely known for his work with artists like Jay-Z, Ja Rule, DMX, Puff Daddy, and many more. He was part of the creation of “Nothin’ Move but the Money,” one of the most iconic rap songs of the century. In addition, he was acquainted with Irv Gotti of Murder Inc. Gotti, who helped him record his first single entitled “Shit’s Real,” which became a classic underground music hit.

IG Handle: @micgeronimo

5. Lupe Fiasco

Wasalu Muhammad Jaco, known professionally as Lupe Fiasco, is an American rapper, singer, record producer, and entrepreneur who is recognized as a hip-hop icon. His big break came in 2006 when he released his first album Lupe Fiasco’s Food & Liquor, which gained him firm traction in the industry from then on. Lupe Fiasco is also the frontman of the rock band Japanese Cartoon.

IG Handle: @lupefiasco

6. Mr. Hudson

Benjamin Hudson McIldowie, professionally known as Mr. Hudson, is a musician from Birmingham, England.

He started his career in 2006 as the lead singer of the music group Mr. Hudson and the Library. In 2008, he embarked on his solo career and signed with Kanye West’s GOOD Music label. At present, Mr. Hudson writes songs and produces professionally, apart from his performance work.

IG Handle: @mrhudson

7. Curtis Mayfield

Curtis Mayfield was an American singer and songwriter. He was a pillar in the musical movements that became the foundation of Soul and Afro-American music. He was part of The Impressions, inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame during the civil rights movement in the 1950s to 1960s.

Mayfield’s songs became some of the most socially impactful tracks, sparking a culture of creating music that spread awareness about prevalent social issues.

IG Handle: @curtislmayfield

8. Memphis Bleek

Memphis Bleek started as a protégé of fellow New York-based rapper and performer Jay-Z. He was one of the foundational artists behind tracks like “Round Here,” “My Mind Right,” “Like That,” “Infatuated,” and many others.

Later on, Memphis Bleek started his own label called Get Low Records in 1998. In 2016, he moved on to create Warehouse Music Group. The artist has four albums, with two later becoming certified Gold albums.

IG Handle: @memphisbleek

9. Beanie Sigel

Dwight Equan Grant, also called Beanie Sigel, is an American rapper from South Philadelphia. He worked alongside Jay-Z and Roc-A-Fella Records, creating top tracks that gained a strong following and massive momentum.

Beanie Sigel’s first album, The Truth, would become a commercial success, selling 155,000 copies in its first week alone. He also produced one top-five track on the Billboard 500, a song entitled “Anything.”

IG Handle: @beaniesigelsp

10. Otis Redding

Considered one of the greatest singers in history, Otis Ray Redding Jr.’s influence on Soul, R&B, and Hip-hop is unmistakable. He released his debut album, Pain in My Heart, in 1964 and achieved his first major hit with his single “Respect” the following year.

Over the years, Redding released successful albums and singles, becoming one of the most popular soul artists of the time. He died tragically in a plane crash on December 10, 1967, at 26.

IG Handle: @otisredding

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United Market Launches Distribution Powered by Vydia

Music Observer Staff on December 12, 2022

United Market has already proven itself to be groundbreaking technology, causing a major shift within the music industry. Co-founded by Grammy-winning producer Mike WiLL Made-It, United Market serves as a tech-enabled A&R for both producers and artists. Their track record speaks for itself as they were responsible for the production behind some of the biggest songs from 2022.

If the game-changing collaboration software they offered wasn’t enough, they now provide distribution powered by Vydia. This is their latest step to empower music producers and artists worldwide. The two companies alignment was a match made in Heaven, as they are giving music producers and artists the best opportunity to achieve success.

“Vydia’s vision of giving artists and producers the power to take control of their career aligns with what we’re doing. Technology is taking over the music industry and what we are building here at United Market is one step closer to empowering musicians worldwide,” said co-founder Mike WiLL Made-It.

Now, partnered with United Market, they will also help musicians on the platform succeed– allowing members to collect royalties anywhere their music is streamed. Vydia has partnered up with and helped launch labels with some of the top artists and execs in the world, such as Russ, Snoop Dogg, and Post Malone’s manager Dre London. With such a star-studded lineup, Vydia has some of the best offerings to artists and producers to collect their royalties from all monetizable platforms.

United Market is also an invite-only platform and has amassed over ten thousand members in less than a year, and the waitlist for their revolutionary 2.0 version keeps growing. Artists and producers are flocking to the platform by the thousands to gain access to life-changing placement and sync opportunities, and the chance to collaborate with musicians globally to get more records done.

But what does this partnership mean for United Market’s members? Well, for starters, artists and producers that distribute their music through the United Market will retain 100% of their masters! At a time when musicians are constantly giving up equity in their work, they have a chance to own their masters and earn more money distributing through the United Market. United Market works closely with some of the top sports organizations in the world and some of the largest music labels. So, members who distribute through United Market will also have opportunities to have their songs played at local sporting events, private events, and more. Thus allowing members to have more chances than ever to succeed in the music industry.

By distributing with United Market, members get playlist pitching, sync opportunities, brand partnerships, and access to top production talent. United Market takes distributing a step further by helping musicians increase their revenue. Through the partnerships, members will also be able to collect royalties from all DSPs, qualify for advances, and get their music added to YouTube’s creator hub for use in videos.

Combining a distribution powerhouse with the #1 collaborative platform for musicians sounds too good to be true. But for United Market members, this offering is real, and this is the next step United Market is taking to give them the recipe for success.

This Vydia partnership comes as another announcement from the United Market team as they’re currently invite only. Apply to join the United Market’s global network and gain exclusive industry opportunities.

Stevie Nicks Honors Late Fleetwood Mac Member Christian McVie

Music Observer Staff on December 12, 2022

On Wednesday, Fleetwood Mac’s Christine McVie died. She was 79. Now, bandmate Stevie Nicks mourns her death.

The 74-year-old took to social media to share a handwritten letter. In the note, she honors her friend and musical partner of multiple decades.

“A few hours ago, I was told that my best friend in the whole world since the first day of 1975 had passed away,” Nicks said. “I didn’t even know she was ill until late Saturday night.”

According to Nicks, since knowing that McVie was sick, she had contemplated Haim’s lyrics to “Hallelujah.” The song constitutes a friend that grieves the loss of another.

“I thought I might possibly get to sing it to her, and so, I’m singing it to her now,” she elaborated.

Nicks continued: “See you on the other side, my love. Don’t forget me.”

McVie’s family broke the news of the musician’s death on Wednesday morning. She died at a hospital in England following “a short illness.”

McVie boosted her career as a crucial member of Fleetwood Mac. In 1970, she joined the band after tying the know with the band’s bassist John McVie.

McVie Contributions

A few years into the ’70s, Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham entered the picture. Together, they released albums that turned into smash hits. It includes their self-titled album in 1975, Rumours in 1977, and Tusk in 1979.

McVie’s contributions to the band were pivotal factors in their success. She played the keyboard, often sang as lead, and served as the band’s most profuse songwriter. Notably, she wrote “Everywhere,” “Don’t Stop,” and “Little Lies.”

Fleetwood Mac’s members honored McVie as “truly one-of-a-kind, special and talented beyond measure” in a joint statement.

Additionally, another bandmate Mick Fleetwood paid tribute to McVie on social media.

He stated: “Part of my heart has flown away today.”

“This is a day where my dear sweet friend Christian McVie has taken to flight,” he stated. “And left us earthbound folks to listen with bated breath to the sounds of that ‘song bird’… reminding one and all that live is all around us to reach for and touch in this precious life that is gifted to us.”

Fleetwood Mac

Guitarist Peter Green, drummer Fleetwood, and guitarist Jeremy Spencer founded the band. John then joined the band for their debut album. And in 1968, Danny Kirwan entered the group as a third guitarist.

Fleetwood Mac topped the charts in the UK with “Albatross.” Other hits like “Oh Well,” “Man of the World,” and “The Green Manalishi” contributed to their success.

However, during the early 1970s, all three guitarists left the band one by one. That’s when guitarists Bob Welch, Bob Weston, and vocalist Dave Walker entered the picture.

But Welch, Weston, and Walker also exited the band by 1974. They had no male lead vocalist or a guitarist. So, Fleetwood scouted studios in Los Angeles and found Buckingham and Nicks.

He then tapped Buckingham to be in the band. She agreed with the condition that Nicks could join too.

Jennifer Lopez Reveals Newest Album This is Me… Now

Music Observer Staff on December 12, 2022

Jennifer Lopez revealed her latest album after nine years. The album is titled This is Me… Now. Furthermore, it is set to drop sometime in 2023.

The title serves as a play on her third studio LP, This is me… Then. It commemorates its 20th anniversary today.

Moreover, JLo announced the tracklist for the latest album. You can find it below.

This is Me… Now contains 13 songs. In addition, it includes a song called “Dear Ban pt. II” – perhaps a follow-up of her track in 2002 titled “Dear Ben” about her now-husband Ben Affleck.

During her announcement on social media, Lopez posted a clip in which her This is Me… Then album cover transformed into a today-old photoshoot of her posing. So it may perhaps be the new album cover.

In 2014, she released her album, A.K.A. Afterward, she only dropped standalone singles such as “Dinero,” starring Cardi B and DJ Khaled and “Us,” featuring Skrillex. Moreover, she teamed up with Maluma and Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Two years previously, JLo sang at the Halftime Show of the 2020 Super Bowl alongside Shakira. Additionally, she performed at the inauguration of Joe Biden, sang in tribute to Motown in 2019 at the Grammys, and bagged the Video Vanguard Award at the MTV VMAs 2018.

Aside from her career as a musician, Lopez buzzed like a bee in the film industry, acting in several movies for the past few years. It includes Hustlers, Marry Me, and Second Act.

In addition, in 2019, she hosted a Saturday Night Live episode – the third time in her career. She received a seat in TIME’s yearly roster of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2018.

This is Me… Now

01 – This is Me… Now

02 – To Be Yours

03 – Mad in Love

04 – Can’t Get Enough

05 – Rebound

06 – not. going. anywhere.

07 – Dear Ben pt. II

08 – Hummingbird

09 – Hearts and Flowers

10 – Broken Like Me

11 – This Time Around

12 – Midnight Trip to Vegas

13 – Greatest Love Story Never Told

JLo

Now Mrs. Affleck, the star started appearing in the sketch comedy TV show In Living Color in 1991 as a Fly Girl dancer. Her first leading role in 1997’s Selena earned her the title of the first Hispanic actress to gather more than $1 million for a movie.

Afterward, she starred in films such as 1997’s Anaconda and 1998’s Out of Sight. After that, she worked her way to establish herself as the highest-paid Hispanic actress in Hollywood.

In 1999, Lopez began her music career with her debut studio album On the 6 (1999). She aided in the propelling of the Latin pop movement in American music.

After she released her second studio album J.Lo and her film, The Wedding Planner, in 2001, she bagged the title of the first woman to rank number one on the charts and in cinemas in the same week.

J to the L-o! The Remixes, her 2002 release, became the first remix album in history to open on top of the US Billboard 200. Within that year, she dropped This is Me… Then and portrayed a role in Maid in Manhattan.

From there, everything fell into place.

Our Violet Room’s Ode to Tim and Danny Release Is a Hauntingly Tender Halloween-Themed Folk EP

Music Observer Staff on December 9, 2022

Matthew Birch has released his Halloween-themed EP, Ode to Tim and Danny. The project, produced by Our Violet Room, includes three songs, “Oz,” “Waltz,” and “The Bird Song,” and is inspired by Matthew Birch’s love for Tim Burton and Danny Elfman. Matthew is a huge fan of their work and combined their styles to create a timeless EP with a cinematic vibe to give the listener the feel of Halloween.

“Oz” and “Waltz” are indie-haunting tracks that leave you with an eerie feeling fit for the Halloween season, while “The Bird Song” is a hunting indie-folk cinematic song/score with a Halloween/autumn theme that feels straight out of a Danny Elfman movie. Ode to Tim and Danny is available on all streaming platforms, including Spotify, SoundCloud, and Apple music.

Matthew Birch’s unique music style, evident in the EP, helped cement his spot in the indie music scene, attracting massive attention and praise. His music is indie with a cinematic twist. He creates thoughtful, well-made emotional art that inspires the listener and enhances a film’s story and emotion.

Matthew looks at every song as a little movie score. He believes each track has a special story to tell, and as such, strives to write music that heightens the emotion, creating an aural mood for each scene. His music has been featured on top films and TV shows worldwide, including FreeForm’s Good Trouble series and Magnolia feature film, which was his first placement. Three of Matthew’s songs were used in the movie that came from a personal connection.

Matthew’s journey to the top hasn’t been easy. His licensing deals came from a lot of hard work, rejection, and continued belief in music. When he started writing music, Matthew believed he had it all, and it was hard to come to terms with the truth. He reached out to a producer he loved to see if she wanted to work with him. But the note he got back was not what he wanted to hear at the time.

The note said he was just not ready and needed to work more on his craft. For the longest time, Matthew thought he was pretty good at his work, and having someone tell him that it needed work was a hard pill to swallow. But he wasn’t ready to surrender his passion. He went back to the drawing board, started playing any open mic he could, and practiced writing better melodies and lyrics. After two years, Matthew sent his music back to the same producer, and she said, “Yes.”

Matthew now works with Synchaudi, which sends out his songs to all the TV shows and companies they partner with and then looks for songs that will fit their narrative. Matthew’s music and sound have been compared to that of Bob Dylan, Coldplay, Hans Zimmer, Sufjan Stevens, and Bon Iver for its lush atmosphere, emotional and timeless lyrics, and cinematic arrangements.

As Matthew and the band prepare for their next project, their goal is to continue creating beautiful and thoughtful music that will warm and inspire listeners’ hearts. Matthew is also looking to have more of his songs on TV and in movies.