After a lot of promo and hype, LL Cool J‘s Rock The Bells seem to have cancelled their highly anticipated Rock The Bells Resort, scheduled for April 23-26, 2024, in Cancun, Mexico. Although no public announcement was made, the event’s official website now reads:
Due to unforeseen circumstances we are canceling the Rock The Bells Resort. It’s important to us that we give our fans the most amazing experience possible. We do it well or not at all. Stay tuned.
Brooklyn-based MC, Talib Kweli, who has been labelled as one of the most lyrically-gifted, socially aware, and politically insightful rappers to emerge in the last 20 years, has given us, hip-hop lovers, a seven-track album for Christmas.
Titled Holy Daze, the record has a few gems that’s definitely worth checking out. As a matter of fact, aside from track-six, which is a beautiful instrumental, and track number 7, which comes across as the project’s outro, all the other songs are solid hip-hop records. Additionally, all the beats are considered authentic rap rhythms.
Producers that have worked on this record are: Juni Ali, Nottz, Oh No, and the man himself, Talib Kweli. As of this writing, Holy Daze is only available on Bandcamp, and Kweli‘s own website kweliclub-dot-com.
Arrested Development, the hip-hop pioneers credited for bringing a fresh spiritual sound to the genre, will close out 2023, the indelible year of hip-hop’s 50th anniversary, with back-to-back Billboard Live performances.
Billboard Live is a restaurant and live music venue, located in various cities in Japan. That said, Arrested Development will do sets in Yokohama on December 28th, Tokyo on December 30th and 31st, and Osaka on January 3rd.
Yasiin Bey, formerly referred to as Mos Def, one-half of the hip-hop duo Black Star, will be performing at La Cigale – 120 Boulevard de Rochechouart – in Paris, France, on Thursday, January 18th.
The unusual show will see Bey doing songs by British-American rapper and record producer MF Doom, effectively paying tribute to him. Doom, who is known for his intricate wordplay, signature metal mask, and “supervillain” stage persona, was a major figure in underground hip-hop before he passed away in 2020. Click here for tickets.
As he wraps up 2023 with back-to-back shows at Dolby Live – the indoor amphitheater on the grounds of the Park MGM casino hotel in Paradise, Nevada – Bruno Mars is letting his fans and supporters in the region know that he will be back in a few weeks.
He, via his marketing team at Atlantic Records, made the announcement on December 15. That said, below are the new confirmed dates, all scheduled for February, 2024.
FEB 01
Thursday 09:00 PM
Las Vegas, NV Dolby Live
FEB 02
Friday 09:00 PM
Las Vegas, NV Dolby Live
FEB 05
Monday 09:00 PM
Las Vegas, NV Dolby Live
FEB 07
Wednesday 09:00 PM
Las Vegas, NV Dolby Live
FEB 09
Friday 09:00 PM
Las Vegas, NV Dolby Live
Scola, Black, Smoke, Sisqo, Nokio, Jazz, and Tao – collectively known as Dru Hill – will join Ginuwine for a 90s R&B Rewind concert, on Sunday, January 14, 2024, at The Theater (Virgin Hotels) in Las Vegas.
Starting at 7:00 PM local time, the event’s objective is to bring the audience back to what is considered one of the best decades in soulful rhythm-and-blues. Click here to buy tickets.
HDQTRZ Mastering Studios, a leader in audio mastering for over three decades, is thrilled to announce a significant leap in audio quality with the introduction of high definition audio masters. This groundbreaking advancement is a response to the latest technological upgrades in major streaming platforms, bringing an unprecedented level of clarity and detail to music streaming.
Earle Holder, the esteemed owner of HDQTRZ Mastering Studios, expressed his excitement about this evolution. “For many years, the quality of streaming platforms couldn’t match the richness and depth of high-fidelity recordings,” Holder said. “Apple’s streaming service initially led the way, closely followed by Tidal in embracing higher-quality audio. Now, as other platforms have caught up, we’re proud to be at the forefront, offering our clients the best sounding masters that truly showcase the intricacies of each song.”
This move marks a significant milestone in HDQTRZ Mastering Studios‘ commitment to innovation and excellence. The new high definition audio masters provide an unparalleled listening experience, revealing every nuance of the music. From the subtlest note to the most complex harmony, the clarity of these masters ensures that every element of a song is heard as the artist intended.
The introduction of high definition audio masters by HDQTRZ is not just an upgrade; it’s a revolution in how music is experienced. Music enthusiasts can now enjoy a richer, more immersive listening experience, whether they’re streaming at home or on the go.
HDQTRZ Mastering Studios continues to set the standard in the audio mastering industry, constantly pushing the boundaries to provide clients with the highest quality audio. This latest initiative underscores their unwavering commitment to delivering the best in audio mastering services.
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