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Gracie Abrams announces debut album ‘Good Riddance’, with new single out this week

Gracie Abrams has announced details of her debut album ‘Good Riddance’, which is due to be released on February 24.

Watch: Five things we learned from our In Conversation video chat with Gracie Abrams

The musician, who has been working with The National‘s Aaron Dessner on her new music, revealed the news on social media, sharing a statement alongside the cover art.

“It’s difficult to imagine these songs living anywhere other than my most secret places, but Aaron reminded me that holding space for brutal honesty in songwriting is kind of the whole point.”

She continued: “I feel an unbelievable amount of gratitude for the opportunity to have made this album. Writing this record allowed me to grow up in ways I needed to.

“It forced me to reflect and be accountable. It allowed me to walk away from versions of myself that I no longer recognized. It allowed me to let go.”

You can pre-save ‘Good Riddance’ here.

MY DEBUT ALBUM “Good Riddance” OUT FEBRUARY 24TH… “Where do we go now?” out January 13th… https://t.co/F6Ibt0HcQV pic.twitter.com/xKBmID1Ddv

— Gracie Abrams (@gracieabrams) January 9, 2023

Abrams also announced that she would be releasing new single ‘Where do we go now?’ this Friday (January 13).

In response to the news about the album and single Dessner shared his own post on Instagram, writing: “Working with her has been one of the most natural and effortless collaborations I’ve ever experienced.”

“Every day I would start a new “sketch”, an instrumental idea that I would develop and record,” he added. “While I was doing this, Gracie would sit on the couch or pace around the room, sometimes directing me if she heard something different, while writing the words and melodies to what I was simultaneously recording. In this way, we often made two or three new songs a day, more than that, we learned to trust each other’s instincts and became close friends.”

The musician previously spoke to NME backstage at Lollapalooza 2022, where she discussed her songwriting process and what it’s like to work with Dessner.

“Aaron is who I’ve been working with the most the past year,” she said. “What I appreciate so much about him is that he really leans into creating a world with the projects we’re working on right now. I have gotten super lost in those worlds, and I love what that feels like. Anytime I get close to that feeling, it’s worth spending some time there for sure.”

In other news, Abrams is due to join Taylor Swift on the US leg of ‘The Eras Tour’ later this year. Find any remaining tickets here.

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BTS’ Jin shares message saying he’ll “be back soon” from military service

BTS member Jin has shared a video message saying he’ll “be back soon” after he recently enlisted in the military service.

READ MORE: The life-changing magic of falling down the BTS rabbit hole

Last month, the 30-year-old became the first member of the boyband to begin his military service after entering a boot camp in Yeon-cheon, South Korea. Under South Korean law, all able-bodied male citizens must serve a military term of 18-21 months.

In the message, which he filmed before he departed for basic training and you can watch below, Jin said: “Hello everyone, this is Jin of BTS. I won’t be a civilian by the time the video is out. But I am here in front of the camera, because I wanted to leave you something, even if it is just leaving a message.

“Whenever I am available I wish to leave these videos and records once every few months to share with you as much as possible, even if it’s just checking in briefly,” he added. “I may not be by your side at this very moment, but I’ll go looking for you soon, so if you just wait a little bit. I’ll be back soon. That’s all for today. Next time when I have the chance, I’ll be back with another video.”

In the weeks prior to Jin’s enlistment, both the idol and his agency asked fans multiple times to refrain from visiting the boot camp site during his military entrance ceremony. “Please note that we will not be holding any kind of official event on the day of his recruitment,” said the agency, adding that the event “is a time to be observed by military personnel and their families only”.

Nevertheless, police officers in Yeon-cheon prepared for Jin’s arrival at the military base by setting up several road closures and deploying an ambulance on-site in case of overcrowding.

Men are usually required to enlist by the age of 28, though the Order of Cultural Merit awarded to BTS by former president Moon Jae-In in 2018 allows the seven members of the boyband to enlist at 30 instead.

Prior to his enlistment, Jin made his solo debut with his single ‘The Astronaut‘, which he wrote in collaboration with Coldplay. The track was among several solo releases by BTS members this year, which also include J-hope and RM‘s respective debut studio records ‘Jack in The Box‘ and ‘Indigo‘.

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Twenty One Pilots announce ‘Vessel’ 10th anniversary vinyl box set

Twenty One Pilots have announced the release of a 10th anniversary vinyl box set to celebrate their third studio album ‘Vessel’.

READ MORE: Twenty One Pilots on the cover: “I hope our fans will hang on for the ride” 

‘Vessel’ was the first Twenty One Pilots album to be released by Fueled By Ramen and it features the songs ‘Ode to Sleep’, ‘Holding on to You’, ‘House of Gold’, ‘Car Radio’, ‘Guns For Hands’, and ‘Trees’, which were all on their previous album ‘Regional At Best’ but were re-recorded.

The limited one-time pressing includes a candy-style deluxe box set with a double-LP with printed sleeves and tri-fold jackets as well as a lenticular insert and faux-Polaroid photos.

Side A and Side B will include the original album track list, while Side C features four live tracks recorded during a hometown gig at The LC Pavilion in Columbus, Ohio. Side D includes songs initially released on ‘Regional At Best’: ‘Forest’, ‘Glowing Eyes’, ‘Kitchen Sink’ and ‘Lovely’.

In addition to the 10th anniversary box set, the band have also announced a ‘Vessel’ 10-year merch collection, inspired by the album’s artwork. The collection includes t-shirts, hoodies, and sweatshirts and can be purchased here.

The box set will be released on February 3 and is available to pre-order here.

Twenty One Pilots’ ‘Vessel’ 10th anniversary box set. CREDIT: press

Twenty One Pilots celebrated the anniversary of their debut album yesterday (January 8) with a special livestream on YouTube. The three-hour stream included archived never-before-seen footage, shared memories, games and spontaneous ukulele performances of tracks.

In addition to the stream, the band collected donations for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Over the course of the broadcast, they raised over $45,000 (£37,000).

Earlier this month, Twenty One Pilots appeared to wrap their latest album cycle, ‘Scaled And Icy‘.

Frontman Tyler Joseph took to Instagram on January 1 to reflect on the period writing the band’s sixth album, which was released during the COVID pandemic when touring was limited.

The singer ended his post with: “And that concludes ψ”. The symbol “ψ” is Psi, the 23rd letter of the Greek alphabet, aka “psuche” (meaning mind or soul) from which the term “psyche” arose.

However, Twenty One Pilots weren’t explicit in the post about it being the end of an era, nor did they say anything about a new album that would lead fans to assume the closure of a chapter.

Elsewhere, the band shared a mash-up of the Stranger Things theme tune and their 2016 song ‘Heathens’ last summer – check out the performance here.

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Union Los Angeles x Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG Coming In 2023

As one of the most respected purveyors of exclusive products, Union has served as one of Jordan Brand’s most elusive and effective collaborative partners, beefing up the brand’s calendar of releases alongside the likes of A Ma Maniere, Travis Scott and Off-White. Presiding at the intersection of fashion and functionality, the LA-based establishment’s go-to relationship with Jumpman has since proffered a slate of revered propositions including the Union x Air Jordan 1, a duo of Air Jordan 4’s and most recently, the collaborative Air Jordan 2 “Grey Fog”.

Thanks to confirmation from trusted sneaker source MrUnloved1s, the recently previewed AJ 1 KO Low won’t be the only Union-based effort laying claim to Jordan’s first signature silhouette in 2023 with an Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG confirmed to be in the works.

While no potential mock-ups or first-look images have been made available just yet, the upcoming 1985-harkened effort is expected to remain quite disparate in its chosen aesthetic and color palette from the model’s 2018 release and the upcoming duo of yellow and blue canvas-covered solutions.

While we sit tight on further release date information and official images, enjoy a first look at the detachable Swooshes affixed to the Union LA x Air Jordan 1 KO Low.

Ok I’m waiting on the leaks just like y’all, but I can confirm 3 Union Jordan 1s this year. Two AJKO OG lows and one Jordan 1 OG high.

No it doesn’t look anything and I mean anything like the mock ups these blogs and meme accounts are pushing.

— Aviator (@MrUnloved1s) January 7, 2023

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This Nike Air More Uptempo Shatters Backboards

In 2015, the “Shattered Backboard” colorway successfully entered the pantheon of legendary sneaker colorways thanks to the limited release of the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG. Inspired by Jordan’s in-game stunt from an exhibition game in Trieste, Italy, the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG “Shattered Backboard” spawned a full family of releases while inspired the Nike, Inc. brand to pursue other styles in that manner.

This Spring/Summer 2023, the white, black, and orange come together once again, lending itself to the Air More Uptempo — the iconic sneaker often associated with Jordan’s teammate Scottie Pippen. Featuring a white leather base, this air More Uptempo features a black outsole and big AIR overlay, with bright orange touches on the surrounding accents.

This Air More Uptempo is hitting Nike.com and partnering retailers later this year; see the official images ahead for a closer look.

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Watch Skrillex, Fred Again, & Four Tet’s Entire 4 Hour B2B Set in London Last Weekend

Skrillex has not only been actively releasing new music but he’s also been enjoying DJing and playing out more in this new year. Just this past weekend, he took to the stage in London for three consecutive nights with fellow producers and collaborators Fred Again.. and Four Tet. Luckily for all of us who couldn’t make it, a fan recorded the entire 4 hour set and uploaded it to YouTube. Stream it below and make sure to catchy any/all of these heavyweight producers when the come to a city hear you.

‘Watch Skrillex, Fred Again, & Four Tet’s Entire 4 Hour B2B Set in London Last Weekend

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Tom Brady To Be Heavily Pursued By This Team

Tom Brady is going into the playoffs with a chip on his shoulder. He is the best player in the history of the sport, however, he didn’t have the best season. At times, he simply looked pedestrian. As a result, it felt like the Buccaneers had no chance of winning the title.

Although, Tom Brady knows how to get it going when it matters most. His team is poised for a playoff run and with the Dallas Cowboys as their first opponent, they want to make a big statement. Overall, they should be favored, even if the Cowboys were good down the stretch. After all, these are the Cowboys we are talking about here.

Tom Brady #12 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers warms up prior to the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on January 8, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)

What Will Tom Brady Do?

Tom Brady has a big decision to make in the offseason. Of course, he will be a come an unrestricted free agent. This means he can either retire or simply go to another team. As you can imagine, there are plenty of teams out there who would want to pursue the NFL legend.

According to a report from Albert Breer, it was revealed that one team who will look closely at Brady is the Las Vegas Raiders. They are going to be trading Derek Carr which means they need a quarterback. Brady fits that bill perfectly, although if they don’t land him, they will settle for Jimmy Garoppolo.

The #Raiders are actively looking into signing pending free-agent QB Tom Brady.

“I can tell you, unequivocally, it is a fact. The Raiders are looking into signing Tom Brady.” – @AlbertBreer

Breer adds that the Raiders are also looking at Jimmy Garoppolo. pic.twitter.com/4c83Y26HN0

— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) January 9, 2023

Going to the Raiders would probably be a hard sell for Tom Brady. After all, he is someone who wants to win. The Raiders do not have the pieces to go out and win a title, so bringing in Brady wouldn’t exactly move the needle.

Let us know what you think Brady should do, in the comments down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news from around the NFL world.

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Rarelyalways Announces Debut Album Along With “LET’S” Single

Rather than waiting until New Music Friday, this week we’ve got some tracks to share with you on Monday. Coming through with “LET’S” is London-based artist Rarelyalways, whose latest arrival is sure to help start your week on a high note.

The single arrived earlier today (January 9), along with another titled “Voice note 0142.” Together, these form the preview for the rising star’s debut album, Work, due out later this year.

Along with “LET’S,” Rarely collaborates with director MadeInEden on the accompanying music video. In the clip, he engages in a pillow fight on a snowy rooftop in London.

“Got rid of the bronze, ‘cuz your rare like gold / Weighed up the cons, still pursuing goals,” he raps. “I ain’t finna front, this ain’t the real one, hold / I trust, ain’t gotta look thru your phone.”

A press release reveals that the artist’s early musical influences came from the time he spent drumming alongside his father. Rarely went on to attend the prestigious BRIT School, where he fine-tuned his skills before landing gigs in South London.

His sound has been described as “the intersection of hip-hop and experimental jazz wrapped in an ominous, abstract style.”

Rarelyalways’ debut album is set to debut on March 10. Both of today’s new arrivals will appear on the tracklist, alongside unreleased songs like “Msg” and “Fire.”

From the looks of the project’s Apple Music page, no features will appear on the 14-track effort.

Stream Rarelyalways’ “LET’S” and “Voice note 0142” below. Afterward, tell us your thoughts on the new tracks in the comments.

Quotable Lyrics:

Got rid of the bronze, ‘cuz your rare like gold
Weighed up the cons, still pursuing goals
I ain’t finna front, this ain’t the real one, hold
I trust, ain’t gotta look thru your phone

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Kanye West Spotted With Mystery Woman Amid “Missing” Rumors

Kanye West drove around Beverly Hills in his Maybach with a mystery woman on Sunday. TMZ published photos of the rapper, amid rumors that he’s been “missing” for several weeks.

In the car, West was driving alongside an unidentified woman. After their ride, West and the girl entered the Waldorf Astoria hotel.

ANAHEIM, CA – JUNE 03: Rapper Kanye West performs onstage at the Power 106 Powerhouse show at Honda Center on June 3, 2016 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/FilmMagic)

West’s status as “missing” came as a result of his former business manager, Thomas St. John. The alleged disappearance occurred after West’s antisemitic remarks and other erratic behavior.

St. John is currently suing West for $4.5 million in damages after West abruptly ended their partnership. West had reportedly agreed to pay him a monthly retainer of $300,000 to be his business manager and the Chief Marketing Officer of the Donda brand.

His ex-wife, Kim Kardashian, recently spoke about co-parenting with West during an interview with Angie Martinez. On her IRL Podcast, Kardashian admitted that it’s been “really fucking hard.”

“If they don’t know the things that are being said or what’s happening in the world, why would I ever bring that energy to them?” she said. “That’s really heavy grown-up shit that they’re not ready to deal with. That they are not ready to deal with and when they are, we’ll have those conversations.”

In addition to being out with a new girl, West also made a stop at a local church in recent days. However, this only stems from a tweet sharing an image of West on Saturday.

The tweet claimed “eagle-eyed fans of Ye spotted the rapper at church after some time of missing rumors.”

Check out TMZ’s picture of Ye with the mystery woman here.

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Nike Air Max 97 “Gold Bullet” Release Date Revealed

If you became a sneakerhead in the 90s, you probably got to enjoy the initial Nike Air Max 97 offerings. Overall, this is an iconic Air Max sneaker as it contains some distinct aesthetics that are hard to miss. Over the years, the shoe has grown in popularity and remains huge amongst streetwear enthusiasts.

In 2017, the shoe celebrated its 20th anniversary which led to a resurgence. Since that time, Nike has been able to keep up the momentum. In 2022, the 25th anniversary brought about the return of some monumental offerings, including the “Silver Bullet.”

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A Nike Air Max 97 Classic

Subsequently, another classic Nike Air Max 97 will be returning. Below, you can see the official images for the Air Max 97 “Gold Bullet.” This was a phenomenal twist on the OG “Silver Bullet” and it remains popular, to this day. Just looking at these photos, you can’t help but marvel at this creation.

Firstly, the sneaker lives up to its name by containing numerous rows of gold throughout the upper. Secondly, the midsole offers some contrast as we get white with a translucent Air Max unit. Lastly, black and red are placed throughout, specifically on the Nike branding.

Gold Bullet – Image via Nike

For those of you out there who already have a pair of these, this release will be a bit redundant. However, if you are just getting into sneakers and you want an iconic shoe in your collection, then these will be a must-cop. Over the coming months, we’re sure Nike will continue to reveal new Air Max 97s.

Release Details

If you are trying to cop these, you will be able to do so as of Friday, January 13th for a price of $185 USD. Let us know what you think of these kicks, down in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news from around the sneaker world.

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Dr. Dre Slams Marjorie Taylor Greene for Using “Still D.R.E.”

Dr. Dre called out congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene in a statement provided to TMZ on Monday morning. The legendary producer is upset about her use of his song, “Still D.R.E.,” in a promotional video.

“I don’t license my music to politicians, especially someone as divisive and hateful as this one,” the artist told TMZ after its release.

INDIO, CA – APRIL 15: Rapper Dr. Dre performs onstage during day 3 of the 2012 Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival at the Empire Polo Field on April 15, 2012 in Indio, California. (Photo by Christopher Polk/Getty Images for Coachella)

In the clip, Greene walks in slow motion throughout the halls of Congress. It further shows shots taken on the House floor of Greene appearing to text with “DT,” referring to Donald Trump. It ends with news coverage of Greene taking a selfie with newly-elected Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy.

“It’s time to begin.. and they can’t stop what’s coming,” Greene captioned the video.

Much of the response to the video was negative.

One user wrote: “My money’s on Dr. Dre’s lawyers stopping you from infringing on his copyright.”

“This is the lamest ad I’ve seen in my lifetime,” another user posted.

“Still D.R.E.” released as the lead single from Dre’s multi-platinum second studio album, 2001. It originally peaked at number 93 on the Billboard Hot 100 but reentered the chart in 2022, around the time of Dre’s Super Bowl halftime appearance. Then, it reached as high as number 23.

Dre is far from the first artist to voice their frustration with politicians using their music in recent years. Neil Young, Bruce Springsteen, R.E.M., and more all complained about Donald Trump using their music for his presidential campaigns over the years.

Check out Marjorie Taylor Greene’s video featuring “Still D.R.E.” below.

It’s time to begin.. and they can’t stop what’s coming. pic.twitter.com/NoCNg3ujAT

— Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (@RepMTG) January 9, 2023

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Young Thug’s Jury Selection Begins Today In RICO Trial

The day felt like it would never come, but finally, YSL’s RICO Trial is officially underway. Since Young Thug, Gunna, and a slew of other affiliates were arrested in the spring of 2022, the hip-hop community has been eagerly waiting to watch the case play out in court.

Many – including the DS4EVER rapper – have taken plea deals to secure their freedom. Thugger, however, has remained in custody from day one. According to previous reports, the only deals put on the table for him would still result in life in prison.

As France24 reports, jury selection began earlier today (January 9) in the city of Atlanta. The process will likely be a lengthy one, as final members must be impartial to the situation.

The trial itself is due to last much of this year as prosecutors attempt to prove that Young Thug’s record label is a crime ring front. The defence has vehemently denied these allegations. They insist that YSL (Young Stoner Life Records) is “a music label and vague association of artists.”

One element of this case that’s specifically raising eyebrows is the use of the So Much Fun hitmaker’s lyrics in the courtroom. Earlier this month, a video of a judge awkwardly reciting bars from “Slime Shit” began circulating online.

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— “You stupid ass lil boy” (@DuxJones) January 6, 2023

According to TMZ, other songs we may hear from prosecutors are “Take it to Trial,” “Ski,” and “Slatty.”

Elsewhere it’s been noted that the state could call over 300 witnesses, including Lil Wayne. It remains unclear what other famous faces may appear in court, though Thugger’s far-reaching influence has connected him with much of the industry over the years.

The Atlanta native has pleaded not guilty to his charges, and his attorney seems confident in his ability to clear his client’s name.

Read about the questions for potential jurors in the YSL RICO case here. Afterward, tell us what you think Young Thug’s ultimate fate will be in the comment section.

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