Dionne Warwick on her Twitter fame, tour plans and collaborating with artists like Chance the Rapper
The legendary singer tells Wesley Lowery her niece pushed her onto the social media platform, where her tweets have become a sensation. See Lowery's profile of Warwick on 60 Minutes Plus, streaming now on Paramount Plus.
cbsnews.comChance the Rapper says Chicago singer Jeremih is being released from the hospital
When news broke on Nov. 14, Chance the Rapper, among other musicians, took to social media to ask for his fans’ support, writing: “Please if you can, take a second to pray for my friend Jeremih. He is like a brother to me, and he’s ill right now. I believe in the healing power of Jesus, so if you can for me, please please say a prayer over him.”
chicagotribune.comWATCH: Chance the Rapper displays his ultimate love for Houston at the rodeo
HOUSTON – If you missed night three of the Houston Rodeo, you missed a good show. Chance the Rapper made his rodeo debut on Friday and fans online are saying it’s one of the best concerts they’ve ever attended. Houston loves you, I love you, keep doing you man. During his set, the rapper performed a cover of “Barre Baby” by legendary Houston rapper Big Moe who passed away in 2007. Favorite part of the night was @chancetherapper shouting out Big Moe, DJ Screw and @theestallion 🔥 — alexis (@alexxisxo_) March 7, 2020The rapper displayed a deep love for Houston and received it right back.
18 interesting things to know about this year’s Houston Rodeo performers
RELATED: Here are some of the new features coming to Rodeo Houston 2020Here’s a list of facts Rodeo officials shared about the performers on the lineup:Midland’s Cameron Duddy collaborated with Bruno Mars for his “24K Magic” music video. The youngest Houston Rodeo solo entertainer Khalid is 22-years-old and the oldest Houston Rodeo solo entertainer is Willie Nelson, 86. Houston Rodeo “Go Tejano Day” performer, Ramon Ayala, began playing the accordion at just six years old. Luke Bryan is signed on as a judge for the 2020 season of the reality singing competition “American Idol.”Did you know most of these? Test your knowledge about all the music entertainers at this year’s rodeo and learn more about them in our rodeo quiz.
Houston Concert Watch 2/5: Yola and More
Pick of the Week:YolaHeights Theater 02.07Blending country, folk and soul music, Yola crafted one of the best-reviewed albums of 2019. The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter is scheduled to perform on Friday at the Heights Theater, marking her first performance in Houston. Highly SuspectRevention Music Center 02.08Grammy-nominated rockers Highly Suspect refuse to be pigeonholed. Highly Suspect is scheduled to perform at Revention Music Center on Saturday in support of their latest release, MCID. On tour in support of ELLEVATION, Varner will bring her sultry vocals the Bronze Peacock at House of Blues on Monday.
houstonpress.comChance the Rapper to Take the Rodeo Stage March 6
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo welcomes Chance the Rapper on Friday, March 6. The singer, actor and hip hop artist is another of a rather eclectic lineup on non-country artists this year that includes Khalid, Marshmello, Gwen Stefani and Lizzo among others. In December, the artist canceled his entire 2020 tour including a January date at the Toyota Center, citing the desire to spend more time with his family after the birth of his second daughter. As a result, this may be your only opportunity to catch him in Houston for a while. Tickets for Chance the Rapper will go on sale Thursday, Feb. 6, at 10 a.m. on the Houston Rodeo website.
houstonpress.comChance the Rapper hosts 'Saturday Night Live', talks support of Chicago teachers strike
CHICAGO, Illinois -- Chicago native Chance the Rapper returned to Saturday Night Live this weekend, this time as host as well as musical guest.During his opening monologue, wearing a red, Chicago Teachers Union sweatshirt, the rapper sent messages of support to the striking teachers. "To the teachers in Chicago, I know you guys are on strike right now, I just want you to know I fully support you," the rapper said.He also created some very funny raps about the city's nickname. Watch the video above to see more.Chance first hosted the late-night comedy show back in 2017.
abc13.comChance the Rapper advocates for Chicago teachers
(CNN) - Chance the Rapper donned a red Chicago Teachers Union sweatshirt while hosting "Saturday Night Live" in a show of support to the teachers who have been on strike. Chicago teachers have been on strike since October 17 demanding more support staff, higher raises and limits to class size. Chicago Public Schools is the third biggest school district in the country. Michelle Gunderson, a public school teacher and trustee for the teacher's union, tweeted during SNL that the bargaining team was working but took a break to watch the rapper. Several SNL cast members were seen at the end of the show wearing Chicago Teachers Union T-shirts.
'Rhythm + Flow' Champ D Smoke Reveals Why Cardi B Got Lawyers Involved During '
D Smoke is on cloud nine after being named the first-ever winner of Rhythm + Flow! D Smoke, formerly a Spanish and music theory teacher at Inglewood High School, may have won the competition, but the journey certainly wasn't an easy one. on Thursday, who explained why he, Cardi and Chance believed D Smoke was the "clear" winner over fellow finalists Flawless Real Talk, Londynn B and Troyman. And according to D Smoke -- who already released an EP, Inglewood High, late Wednesday following the win -- that's exactly what he plans to do. replied, with D Smoke saying, "Well played, Tip.
Chance the Rapper Dishes on Calling Barack Obama & Hanging With Kanye West In Hilarious New
Chance the Rapper has some friends in high places -- although he has to jump through some hoops to actually chat with them). "I don't have his number, but I have a number for him," Chance said. The Late Late Show airs weekdays at 12:30 a.m. ET/PT on CBS. Check out the video below for some great recent "Carpool Karaoke" moments. Celine Dion Recreates Iconic Scene From 'Titanic' and Sings 'Baby Shark' Cover During 'Carpool Karaoke' Embed Code RestartRELATED CONTENT:Chance the Rapper and Wife Kirsten Welcome Baby No.
Chance the Rapper postpones tour to raise family
CHICAGO - Chance the Rapper is pushing back his tour until next year. But, before you freak out, he has a really, really good reason: his family. The rapper became a father to another baby girl, Marli, just last week, in a revelation posted on Instagram by his wife Kirsten Bennett. Chance's "The Big Day" tour was scheduled to kick off September 14 in San Francisco, hitting 34 cities. Now, the tour will kick off January 15, though the Chicago show and his festival commitments are still on.
Kanye West brings Sunday Service to his hometown of Chicago
Jerritt Clark/Getty Images via CNN(CNN) - Kanye West decided to grace his hometown of Chicago with Sunday Service this weekend. The rapper held his signature hip-hop and gospel pop-up event on Chicago's Northerly Island for a crowd of eager fans. For those who missed it, you can watch a replay of the Chicago event on the Sunday Service website. For the unacquainted, West has been taking Sunday Service on the road in performances across the country. Chicago's Sunday Service comes just weeks ahead of an anticipated new album from West.
Chance the Rapper and Wife Kirsten Welcome Baby No. 2
Chance the Rapper and his wife, Kirsten, are officially parents of two! "Our sweet baby girl, Marli, is here," she wrote. "New baby droppin September," the 26-year-old rapper wrote on Instagram, alongside a screenshot of a message that read: "We pregnant again. The rapper shared a cute childhood throwback of Kirsten, explaining that the picture was taken on the day they met. Watch the video below for more:RELATED CONTENT:Chance the Rapper Marries Kirsten CorleyChance the Rapper Explains the Sweet Way He Met His FianceeBackstreet Boys Found Out Chance the Rapper Used to Collect Their Action Figures (Exclusive)
Cardi B Unveils First Teaser for Netflix's 'Rhythm + Flow' Series -- Watch!
Cardi B, Chance the Rapper and T.I. During Cardi's headlining set at the 2019 Made in America Festival in Philadelphia on Sunday, the "Money" rapper unveiled the first teaser for Netflix's first-ever music competition series, Rhythm + Flow. "I think what sets it apart is, we're actually looking for rap artists, you know what I'm saying?" Like, people do, like, music, talent, all these dancing things, we're looking for rap artists, hip-hop artists. I'm looking for the next Cardi B."
Taylor Swift to perform on 'Good Morning America' from Central Park the day before her album release
NEW YORK -- Taylor Swift fans will not be able to calm down on August 22. That's because she's performing live on "Good Morning Ameria" from New York's Central Park.Swift herself made the announcement in a short video that played in Times Square during "GMA" on Wednesday.The surprise announcement comes as the "Good Morning America" Summer Concert Series is well underway. Still ahead are concerts with Pitbull, Chance the Rapper and more.Details have not yet been revealed about how to attend Swift's big concert, but for some of the other Central Park concerts this summer, you can request free tickets here The concert will come just one day before Swift's new album, "Lover," gets released on August 23 . The new album includes singles "Me" and "You Need To Calm Down."
abc13.comMalia Obama rocks out at Lollapalooza music festival
Malia Obama rocks out at Lollapalooza music festival After turning 16 last month, the president's oldest daughter made new friends at the Lollapalooza Music Festival in Chicago. Accompanied by the Secret Service, Malia stayed through Chance the Rapper's finale. Gayle King reports.
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