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YNW Melly on trial: Detective focuses testimony on messages showing conflicts with mom
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: Detective focuses testimony on messages showing conflicts with momMiramar Detective Mark Moretti was back on the stand on Wednesday. He is the prosecution’s final witness during the trial of Florida rapper YNW Melly in Broward County.
YNW Melly defense asks judge to exclude messages, questions use of tech
Read full article: YNW Melly defense asks judge to exclude messages, questions use of techA Miramar police detective is set to return to court for a third day of testimony on Wednesday during the trial of Florida rapper YNW Melly for the murders of two of his fellow YNW Collective rappers over four years ago.
‘Everybody will die’: Prosecution dives into combative messages between YNW Collective rappers
Read full article: ‘Everybody will die’: Prosecution dives into combative messages between YNW Collective rappersFlorida rapper YNW Melly’s Spotify monthly listeners have been increasing during his trial for the murders of Christopher “Juvy” Thomas Jr. and Anthony “Sakchaser” Williams on Oct. 26, 2018, in Broward County.
YNW Melly on trial: Prosecution presents final witnesses
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: Prosecution presents final witnessesFlorida rapper YNW Melly’s Spotify monthly listeners have been increasing during his trial for the murders of Christopher “Juvy” Thomas Jr. and Anthony “Sakchaser” Williams on Oct. 26, 2018, in Broward County.
YNW Melly on trial: Florida rapper’s Spotify listeners increase to over 12M
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: Florida rapper’s Spotify listeners increase to over 12MFlorida rapper YNW Melly’s Spotify monthly listeners have been increasing during his trial for the murders of Christopher “Juvy” Thomas Jr. and Anthony “Sakchaser” Williams on Oct. 26, 2018, in Broward County.
YNW Melly on trial: Rapper Fredo Bang releases ‘Free Melly’ song mentioning subpoena
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: Rapper Fredo Bang releases ‘Free Melly’ song mentioning subpoenaLeondra Phillips has been grieving her 19-year-old son since his murder in 2018. For three weeks, she has been attending the Broward County murder trial of Florida rapper YNW Melly. On Thursday, she was finally able to testify.
YNW Melly on trial: Grieving mother testifies on video last showing son alive
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: Grieving mother testifies on video last showing son aliveLeondra Phillips has been grieving her 19-year-old son since his murder in 2018. For three weeks, she has been attending the Broward County murder trial of Florida rapper YNW Melly. On Thursday, she was finally able to testify.
Testimony in YNW Melly’s double murder trial continues for 3rd week
Read full article: Testimony in YNW Melly’s double murder trial continues for 3rd weekA shooting reconstruction expert testified against Florida rapper YNW Melly in Broward County court saying two YNW Collective rappers were shot from inside the Jeep where they died.
YNW Melly on trial: Shooting reconstruction expert says ‘Juvy’ was shot at close range
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: Shooting reconstruction expert says ‘Juvy’ was shot at close rangeA shooting reconstruction expert testified against Florida rapper YNW Melly in Broward County court saying two YNW Collective rappers were shot from inside the Jeep where they died.
YNW Melly on trial: Medical examiners testify about gunshot wounds
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: Medical examiners testify about gunshot woundsDuring the third week of Florida rapper YNW Melly’s trial for the two murders of his fellow YNW Collective rappers, the prosecution started to focus on the fatal wounds.
YNW Melly on trial: Defense says gang signs not indicative of membership
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: Defense says gang signs not indicative of membershipFlorida rapper YNW Melly left a trail of photographs, videos, and messages that a Broward Sheriff’s Office detective said were evidence of gang affiliation.
YNW Melly on trial: Prosecution alleges G-Shine Bloods gang affiliation relates to murders
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: Prosecution alleges G-Shine Bloods gang affiliation relates to murdersFlorida rapper YNW Melly left a trail of photographs, videos, and messages that a Broward Sheriff’s Office detective said were evidence of gang affiliation.
YNW Melly on trial: Text messages show conflict, request for gun, prosecutor says
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: Text messages show conflict, request for gun, prosecutor saysText messages recovered from a cell phone that prosecutors said belonged to Florida rapper YNW Melly show there was a conflict and a request for a gun before the murder of two YNW Collective rappers in Broward County.
YNW Melly on trial: Judge allows prosecution’s gang expert to testify while wearing ski mask despite juror’s complaint
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: Judge allows prosecution’s gang expert to testify while wearing ski mask despite juror’s complaintThe judge allowed a Broward Sheriff’s Office detective to hide his identity while testifying in court on Thursday during the trial of Florida rapper YNW Melly.
YNW Melly on trial: Judge sanctions prosecution over evidence discovery violation
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: Judge sanctions prosecution over evidence discovery violationAn FBI expert’s analysis of mobile phone data took center stage on Thursday during the trial of Florida rapper YNW Melly for the two murders of his fellow YNW Collective rappers.
YNW Melly on trial: FBI cell phone data expert, BSO DNA analyst testify
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: FBI cell phone data expert, BSO DNA analyst testifyAn FBI expert’s analysis of mobile phone data took center stage on Wednesday during the trial of Florida rapper YNW Melly for the two murders of his fellow YNW Collective rappers.
YNW Melly on trial: Judge denies defense’s motion for mistrial, juror hospitalized
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: Judge denies defense’s motion for mistrial, juror hospitalizedA judge who is presiding over the trial of Florida rapper YNW Melly announced on Tuesday morning that he was ruling against the defense’s motion for a mistrial.
YNW Melly on trial: Circumstantial evidence battle ensues during 1st week
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: Circumstantial evidence battle ensues during 1st weekFlorida rapper YNW Melly was in Broward County court on Wednesday, during the third day of his trial for the 2018 murders of two of his YNW rapper friends ages 19 and 21.
YNW Melly on trial: Defense moves for a mistrial alleging ‘prejudicial fiasco’
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: Defense moves for a mistrial alleging ‘prejudicial fiasco’Florida rapper YNW Melly was in Broward County court on Wednesday, during the third day of his trial for the 2018 murders of two of his YNW rapper friends ages 19 and 21.
YNW Melly on trial: Experts testify on evidence of 2 murders in Broward
Read full article: YNW Melly on trial: Experts testify on evidence of 2 murders in BrowardFlorida rapper YNW Melly was in Broward County court on Wednesday, during the third day of his trial for the 2018 murders of two of his YNW rapper friends ages 19 and 21.
New this week: 'Sex and the City,' Juice Wrld and Will Smith
Read full article: New this week: 'Sex and the City,' Juice Wrld and Will SmithThis week’s new entertainment releases include a double album from Alicia Keys and a posthumous one from Juice Wrld, Sandra Bullock playing an ex-con in the Netflix film “The Unforgivable” and Will Smith testing himself in a wildlife documentary series.
Drake, Pink, The Weeknd win big at Billboard Music Awards
Read full article: Drake, Pink, The Weeknd win big at Billboard Music AwardsIt was a family affair at the Billboard Music Awards: Pink twirled in the air in a powerful performance with her daughter, and Drake was named artist of the decade, accepting the honor alongside his 3-year-old son.
Grammys overhaul process for picking nominees for top awards
Read full article: Grammys overhaul process for picking nominees for top awardsThe Grammy Awards have changed its tune and voted to remove its nomination review committees — groups that determined the contenders for key awards at the coveted music show.
Billboard Awards: 16 nods for Weeknd, 6 for Morgan Wallen
Read full article: Billboard Awards: 16 nods for Weeknd, 6 for Morgan WallenThe Weeknd was snubbed by the Grammys but he’s the leading nominee at the 2021 Billboard Music Awards, where rappers Pop Smoke and Juice WRLD earned multiple posthumous nominations, including top artist.
Still divisive, Dr. Luke resurges at Grammys — as Tyson Trax
Read full article: Still divisive, Dr. Luke resurges at Grammys — as Tyson TraxDr. Luke appeared as Tyson Trax on the Grammy ballot for Doja Cat's Say So," which he produced and co-wrote. But not all of the academy members may have been aware they were voting for Dr. Luke when they completed their ballots this year. Ad“I didn’t know that Tyson Trax was Dr. Luke. AdTogether, Martin and Dr. Luke crafted hits for Kelly Clarkson, Katy Perry, Pink and Kesha, who he signed in 2005. Eventually Dr. Luke stepped into the forefront, helming successes for Miley Cyrus, Pitbull, Nicki Minaj and Flo Rida, logging 17 No.
Billboard: Interscope Geffen A&M named No. 1 label of 2020
Read full article: Billboard: Interscope Geffen A&M named No. 1 label of 2020Interscope Geffen A&M (IGA), the home to Eilish, Lady Gaga and Lamar, has been named the No. (AP Photo)NEW YORK – Interscope Geffen A&M — the home to Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar and Lady Gaga — has been named the No. Billboard announced Thursday that the label, which is also known as IGA, tops its year-end chart for the first time since 2013. IGA is also the top Billboard 200 label with 68 albums released during the tracking period, 25 of which hit the Top 10. Warner Music Group’s Atlantic Records was 2019’s top Billboard 200 label.
Bad Bunny is Spotify's most-streamed artist of 2020
Read full article: Bad Bunny is Spotify's most-streamed artist of 2020The Puerto Rican superstar is the music platform’s most-streamed artist of the year with 8.3 billion streams globally. With more than 3.3 billion streams, Bad Bunny’s sophomore solo album “YHLQMDLG” tops Spotify’s list of most-streamed albums globally. The album’s single, “Blinding Lights,” is Spotify’s most-streamed song of the year with 1.6 million streams globally. In the U.S., late rapper Juice WRLD was the most-streamed artist on Spotify. His album “Legends Never Die” was the platform’s most-streamed album in the U.S., while Ricch’s “The Box” was the country's most-streamed song.
The Weeknd criticizes Grammys over nominations snub
Read full article: The Weeknd criticizes Grammys over nominations snubThe Weeknd, who was nominated for eight American Music Awards, was completely shut out of the Grammys, earning zero nominations despite having a No. “I set out to make an R&B album,” he wrote on Instagram. It is not being acknowledged as an R&B album, which is very strange to me.”Bieber was nominated in the categories for best pop solo performance, best pop duo/group performance, best pop vocal album and best country duo/group performance. The singer said he loves pop music, but he wants to be respected for his work. “I grew up admiring R&B music and wished to make a project that would embody that sound,” he said.
12 Grammy facts: BTS and Dr. Luke in, The Weeknd out
Read full article: 12 Grammy facts: BTS and Dr. Luke in, The Weeknd outAnd it earned him his first Grammy nomination in six years. 3 spot on the pop charts — is up for best rap song and best rap performance. And Anderson .Paak's “Lockdown," about police brutality and racial injustice, is up for best melodic rap performance and best music video. JAY-Z, THE SONGWRITERS, SHINESHappy wife, happy life: Jay-Z has lent his songwriting hand to his wife Beyoncé and he's earned Grammy nominations for it. PAUL McCARTNEY, THE ART DIRECTORPaul McCartney scored his 79th Grammy nominations this year — as an art director.
And the Grammy nomination goes to ... Megan? Harry? Weeknd?
Read full article: And the Grammy nomination goes to ... Megan? Harry? Weeknd?Others who may earn nominations include Lewis Capaldi, Summer Walker, Morgan Wallen, Doja Cat, BLACKPINK, Ingrid Andress, Snoh Aalegra, Skip Marley, Mickey Guyton and CNCO. Ricch should also earn nominations for his guest appearance on DaBaby’s international hit “Rock Star,” helping him become the show’s overall top nominee. ________FOLKS LOVE FOLKLORETaylor Swift’s last two albums, “Lover” and “reputation,” didn’t earn nominations for album of the year. The seven-member group’s hit “Dynamite” could snag a nomination for best pop duo/group performance, and their latest album could compete for best global music album. 3 on pop charts, should earn a nomination for best country performance and best country song.
The Weeknd and Roddy Ricch lead AMA nominations with 8 each
Read full article: The Weeknd and Roddy Ricch lead AMA nominations with 8 eachIn this video grab issued Sunday, Aug. 30, 2020, by MTV, The Weeknd performs "Blinding Lights" during the MTV Video Music Awards. (MTV via AP)LOS ANGELES – The Weeknd and Roddy Ricch are the leading nominees for this year’s American Music Awards with eight apiece. Many, like the BET Awards, Country Music Awards and MTV Video Music Awards, have opted for a mix of live and pre-taped performances. Billie Eilish, an awards favorite since her sweeping wins at the Grammy Awards, scored two nominations, for favorite alternative rock artist and favorite social artist. Dan + Shay earned three nominations, including for favorite country duo or group, where they’re up against Florida Georgia Line and Old Dominion.
Post Malone owns Billboard Awards, Legend shines onstage
Read full article: Post Malone owns Billboard Awards, Legend shines onstagePost Malone accepts the top artist award at the Billboard Music Awards on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)NEW YORK – Walking into the show with 16 nominations, Post Malone won nine honors at the 2020 Billboard Music Awards, where John Legend gave a heartfelt performance that was dedicated to his wife. Garth Brooks accepted the Icon Award from Cher, who called the country star “a true music legend and my friend." Guitar rock legend Eddie Van Halen, who died last week, was honored as the show aired a clip of his Billboard Awards performance from 2015. This year’s Billboard Awards were originally supposed to take place in April but were postponed because of the pandemic.
Sweet 16: Post Malone leads Billboard Awards nominations
Read full article: Sweet 16: Post Malone leads Billboard Awards nominationsPost Malone is the sunflower of the 2020 Billboard Music Awards. Malones nominations include top artist, top male artist, top rap artist and top streaming songs artist. (Photo by Ben Hider/Invision/AP, File)NEW YORK – Post Malone is the sunflower of the 2020 Billboard Music Awards. Malone’s nominations include top artist, top male artist, top rap artist and top streaming songs artist. The 2020 awards show was originally supposed to take place in April but was postponed because of the coronavirus.
MTV VMAs honor Chadwick Boseman; The Weeknd, DaBaby perform
Read full article: MTV VMAs honor Chadwick Boseman; The Weeknd, DaBaby performNEW YORK The 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, a night highlighting music and pop culture, kicked off with heartfelt words in memory of Chadwick Boseman, as host Keke Palmer told viewers the event was dedicated to the Black Panther icon. Moments after, the Weeknd brought his Blinding Lights" music video where he is bruised and blooded in a red suit to life. DaBaby, backed by the dance crew Jabbawockeez, also performed, running through several of his hits, including Rock Star." The shifts artists have made because of the pandemic are reflected in two new categories: best music video from home and best quarantine performance. Megan Thee Stallion who topped the charts this year with the Beyonc-assisted Savage" and WAP," her viral song with Cardi B earned multiple nominations, including one for artist of the year.
The Weeknd, Roddy Ricch, Maluma, CNCO to perform at MTV VMAs
Read full article: The Weeknd, Roddy Ricch, Maluma, CNCO to perform at MTV VMAsFILE - The Weeknd performs on day three at Lollapalooza in Grant Park in Chicago on Aug 4, 2018. The Weekend, nominated for six MTV Video Music Awards will perform at the awards show on Aug. 30. (Photo by Rob Grabowski/Invision/AP, File)
The Weeknd, Roddy Ricch, Maluma, CNCO to perform at MTV VMAs
Read full article: The Weeknd, Roddy Ricch, Maluma, CNCO to perform at MTV VMAsFILE - The Weeknd performs on day three at Lollapalooza in Grant Park in Chicago on Aug 4, 2018. The Weekend, nominated for six MTV Video Music Awards will perform at the awards show on Aug. 30. (Photo by Rob Grabowski/Invision/AP, File)NEW YORK Chart-topping Grammy winners The Weeknd and Roddy Ricch are set to perform at the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards this month. MTV announced Tuesday that Colombian singer Maluma and Latin boy band CNCO will also perform at the Aug. 30 event, which was originally to take place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. This years VMAs introduces two new categories reflecting the current pandemic times: best music video from home and best quarantine performance.
Lucky No.7: Taylor Swift nabs 7th No.1 album with 'folklore'
Read full article: Lucky No.7: Taylor Swift nabs 7th No.1 album with 'folklore'1 on Billboard's 200 albums chart this week, marking the best first-week sales of the year and giving the pop star her seventh No. (Republic Records via AP)NEW YORK To no one's surprise, Taylor Swift's surprise album folklore" is dominating the music charts. Swift's Lover" album, released last August. Swift dropped folklore" in a surprise form, announcing the album's release a day before it came out on July 24. A digital version of folklore" came with a purchase of one of the merchandise items, counting as an album sale for Swift.
Gaga, Grande top MTV VMA noms; quarantine categories added
Read full article: Gaga, Grande top MTV VMA noms; quarantine categories addedLady Gaga and Ariana Grande both scored nine VMA nominations each, including video of the year for their No. Rain on Me is also competing for song of the year, best collaboration, best pop, best cinematography, best visual effects and best choreography. The 2020 MTV Video Music Awards will air live on Aug. 30 from the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Gaga and Grande both scored nine nominations each, including video of the year for their No. Rain on Me is also competing for song of the year, best collaboration, best pop, best cinematography, best visual effects and best choreography.
Juice WRLD's posthumous album dominates Billboard charts
Read full article: Juice WRLD's posthumous album dominates Billboard chartsThis cover image released by Grade A/Interscope shows "Legends Never Die," a release by the late rapper Juice WRLD. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart this week. (Grade A/Interscope via AP)NEW YORK Rapper Juice WRLD's first posthumous album Legends Never Die" is alive and well on the music charts. Juice WRLD, born Jarad Anthony Higgins, died of an accidental overdose of oxycodone and codeine in Chicago in December. The album also logs the biggest one-week sales for any album released this year.
Dr. Luke rebounds, thanks to Saweetie, Doja Cat, Juice WRLD
Read full article: Dr. Luke rebounds, thanks to Saweetie, Doja Cat, Juice WRLDHes returned to the charts in 2020, working on songs for rising and established rap stars, including Lil Wayne, Juice WRLD, Saweetie and Doja Cat. Dr. Luke marked a major comeback this year with the success of the Billboard Hot 100 No. Label representatives for Saweetie, Juice WRLD, Lil Wayne and Cat didnt immediately reply to emails seeking comment. Months later, Kesha accused him of sexual assault during their yearslong partnership (Dr. Luke has vigorously denied the allegations.) Outside of rap in 2020, Dr. Luke has produced music for pop singer Kim Petras, using the pseudonym MADE IN CHINA.
New this week: 'Psych,' The Chicks album, '30 Rock' reunited
Read full article: New this week: 'Psych,' The Chicks album, '30 Rock' reunitedHeres a collection curated by The Associated Press entertainment journalists of whats arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. In her review, AP Film Writer Lindsey Bahr called it essential to Miranda disciples. After the film's June debut was postponed in solidarity with Black Lives Matter protests, it lands on Hulu on Friday. AP Film Writer Jake CoyleMUSIC The Chicks: After changing their name and recording their first album in 14 years, Grammy-winning country trio The Chicks will release their new album, Gaslighter, on Friday. AP Music Editor Mesfin FekaduTELEVISIONThe documentary Showbiz Kids promises a candid look at the high risk, high reward careers of child actors, with perspective from those who have been there.