by R. Martin | Feb 4, 2020 | Entertainment, Events, MUSIC, NEWS
Metal fans light up social media today after Slipknot announce that they are hitting the road once again on their 2020 Knotfest Roadshow. The band officially tweeted today that pre-sale tickets are now live. The tour stretches across North America starting on May 39- Syracuse, NY, and wrapping up June 25- The Woodlands, TX hitting major cities all across the US.
Last year Slipknot teamed up with Volbeat, Gojira, and Behemoth. For this year, Slipknot is bringing in some of the biggest heavy hitters in modern rock as A Day To Remember, Underoath, and CODE ORANGE join the multi-platinum GRAMMY award-winning band for the tour. After last year’s success, Slipknot is aware of the pressure to deliver once again:
“We set a precedent last year — Knotfest is a showcase where you never know what to expect,” Slipknot frontman Corey Taylor said in a statement. “This year is no exception. The bands we have represent all corners of our musical world, just like we do. And they’re exciting as hell. I can’t wait to watch and enjoy them along with the rest of the fans.”
With such a powerhouse line up, Knotfest Roadshow 2020 promises to be the best tour of the year. I can not hide my excitement for this tour, and if you are just as excited here are the tour dates:
- May 30- Syracuse, NY @ St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview
- May 31- Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Center
- June 2- New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden
- June 4- Quebec City, QC @ Centre Videotron
- June 5- Montreal, QC @ Centre Bell
- June 6- Toronto, ON @ Budweiser Stage
- June 8- Clarkston, MI @ DTE Energy Music Theatre
- June 10- Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena
- June 12- Memphis, TN @ FedExForum
- June 14- Orlando, FL @ Amway Center
- June 15- West Palm Beach, FL @ iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
- June 17- Charlotte, NC @ PNC Music Pavilion
- June 18- Alpharetta, GA @ Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
- June 20- Birmingham, AL @ Oak Mountain Amphitheatre
- June 22- Dallas, TX @ Dos Equis Pavilion
- June 23- Austin, TX @ Germania Insurance Amphitheatre
- June 25- The Woodlands, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
For more information visit the official website: https://www.knotfestroadshow.com/
by R. Martin | Feb 4, 2020 | Entertainment, MUSIC, NEWS
The Cincinnati Music Festival has been the hottest ticket for the biggest and Brightest R&B, soul, and Funk legends to perform. Held each summer at Paul Brown Stadium, The Cincinnati Music Festival has attracted more than 80,000 attendees annually. This year the festival aims to continue the momentum by announcing Janet Jackson as one of the headlines. Joining her on the stage is none other than Snoop Dog, alongside Charlie Wilson, and The O’Jays.
The festival was originally called the Ohio Valley Jazz when it was first held in 1962, starting as an all-jazz concert. The festival quickly evolved in a two-day festival featuring amazing artists in R&B, Jazz, soul, and Hip-Hop.
The two-day and night festival will also provide other heavy hitters with the following lineup:
Thursday 7/23
- BJ the Chicago Kid
- Biz Markie
- Fashion Show by Shingo
- DJ Vader
Friday 7/24
- Charlie Wilson
- Snoop Dogg
- Fantasia
- Tony! Toni! Tone!
- Jonathan Butler
Saturday 7/25
- Janet Jackson
- The O’Jay’s
- Tank
- PJ Morton
- Kirk Whalum
For a full list, along with ticket visit the official site: https://www.cincymusicfestival.com/
by R. Martin | Feb 3, 2020 | Entertainment, Events, MUSIC
What makes the Superbowl such a huge event is the ability to bring something for everyone, and Superbowl LIV was no different. For the die-hard sports fans, it provides a perfect stage for the blow-off game of the season. As for everyone else, we get a chance to get sucked into the spectacle of the whole night. Including, of course, the Half-Time show. Taking the stage this year was none other than Shakira and Jennifer Lopez, a.k.a J.LO a far cry from Al Hirt, and marching bands from the University of Arizona and Grambling State University who perform for Super Bowl I in 1967.
Each performer brought their A+ game to the show, both highlighting their greatest hits from their long amazing careers.
Shakira started her performance by quickly reminding the audience that she found the secret to eternal youth because she has somehow not aged a day. Her music remains just as timeless, providing the perfect nostalgia hit, along with empowering messages. Shakira’s playlist included:
- She Wolf
- Empire
- Whenever, Wherever
- I Like It Like That, ft. Bad Bunny
- Chantaje
- Hips Don’t Lie
- Waka Waka
Jennifer Lopez kept the momentum going with her performance, which calls for unity. All of J.LO’s songs fill you with pride for your heritage. The performance comes together with the striking visual of J.LO, along with her daughter, performing a rendition of “Born in the USA,” by Bruce Springsteen, while holding the Puerto Rican flag.
J.LO also brought her A-game with her own throwback playlist:
- Jenny from the Block
- Get Right
- Waiting for Tonight
- Love Don’t Cost a Thing
- Mi Gente, ft J Balvin
- On the Floor
- Born in the USA, ft. daughter Emme Maribel Muniz
- Let’s Get Loud
The hook throughout the week leading to the big event was two of the biggest Latina artist are coming together to light up the stage. With such a statement, the pressure was truly on for both Shakira and J.LO. While it is easy to say that they played it safe playing their greatest hits. It says a lot about their talent and the longevity of their music that despite not being the first time you heard these songs, you still feel the same excitement whenever performed.
by R. Martin | Jan 29, 2020 | Uncategorized
We are four days removed from the tragic death of Kobe Bryant. The 41 year old NBA legend tragically died on January 26, 2020 after a helicopter accident alongside his daughter Gianna “Gigi” Bryant age 13. Their untimely death has shaken up the world as numerous tweets and stories have poured the internet landscape with tributes, and condolences to the Bryant family.
A Legendary Legacy
Kobe Bryant was born on August 23, 1978, the son of former NBA star Joe Bryant. He attended Lower Merion High School in Pennsylvania, during his time in school he was recognized as the top high-school basketball player in the country. After graduation, he was declared for the 1996 NBA draft and was selected by the Charlotte Hornets with the 13th overall pick.
Bryant was soon traded to the Lakers where he played his entire 20-season professional career as shooting guard. As a rookie, Bryant became famous as a high-flyer leading to his 1997 Slam Dunk Contest victory, and he was named an All-Star by his second season. Kobe Bryant alongside his teammate Shaquille O’Neal worked together to lead the Lakers to three consecutive NBA championships from 2000-2002.
Bryant led the NBA in scoring during the 2005-06 and 2006-07 season. In 2006, Bryant scores a career-high 81 points, the second-most points scored in a single game in league history (behind Wilt Chamberlain). Bryant led the team to two consecutive championships in 2009-2010 and was named NBA Finals MVP on both occasions. Bryant was the first guard in NBA history to play 20 seasons. He was also awarded All-Star MVP. His amazing talent also earned him two gold medals as a member of the U.S national team at the 2008 and 2012 Summer Olympics games. Outside of the NBA, Bryant won the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film for his short film, Dear Basketball.
At age 34 Bryant tore his Achilles tendon in 2013. Despite being able to recover, he would soon suffer season-ending injuries to his knees and shoulder. Bryant would officially retire after the 2015-16 season.
Family Life
Kobe Bryant married his longtime girlfriend Vanessa in 2001. The pair would have four daughters Gianna Maria- Onore Bryant, Natalia Diamante Bryant, Bianka Bella Bryant, and Capri Kobe Bryant. Tragically Gianna Maria- Onore Bryant also passed away alongside her father.
Honoring the Legend
Following Kobe Bryant’s death, the NBA legend was quickly honored during the GRAMMY award, and The WWE PPV Royal Rumble both events aired the same day as the tragedy. Many news networks also showed their respects toward the legend. Social Media was also filled with many fans also paying tribute. His long time friend Shaquille O’Neal was heavily affected by his sudden death, “I haven’t felt a pain that sharp in a while,” O’Neal said during a TNT tribute to Bryant on the Staples Center floor, where he was joined by Dwyane Wade, Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, Ernie Johnson, Reggie Miller and Jerry West. O’Neal continued:
“We, our names will be attached together for what we did. People always ask about our relationship, and I tell them it’s just like me and Charles [Barkley]. You got two strong-minded people that are going to get it done that way … going to say certain things, but the respect will never be lost, but when it comes to being inside the lines and winning, that is what me and him, that is what we did.”
The long-running NBA 2k franchise honored Bryant with a loading screen Memorium.
The tragedy of Kobe Bryant’s untimely death has had a massive impact throughout all media. His career will go down as one of the greatest of all time. However, it isn’t just his career that made Bryant such an icon. He was the official ambassador for After-School All-Star (ASAS), an American non-profit organization that provides comprehensive after-school programs to children in thirteen US cities. Bryant and wife also founded the Kobe and Vanessa Bryant Family Foundation (KVBFF). In order to assist the homeless. Above all Kobe Bryant will be remembered as a family man and a proud father.
We all here in the Sloppy Vinyl family also wish to send our best wishes.
by R. Martin | Jan 29, 2020 | Entertainment, MUSIC, NEWS
During the press release for the upcoming iHeart music awards, Usher was announced not only as one of the performers but also as the host. The award show is set to air Sunday, March 29, 2020, live from The Shrine Auditorium in CA Los Angeles. The award show will also air on Fox Channel. In an official statement, Usher talked about his hosting opportunity, “I’m so excited to host the 2020 iHeartRadio Music Awards and help celebrate the music that I and millions of other music lovers listened to this past year. It’ll be like hanging out with old friends.”
Usher is also set to perform along side Justin Bieber, Lizzo, and Halsey. Some of the nominees for this year awards include Ariana Grande, Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, Camila Cabello, Cardi B, Daddy Yankee, Dan+ Shay, Drake, ED Sheeran, El Fantasma, Halsey, J Balvin, and Jonas Brothers.
If you want to participate in selecting the winners, and for a complete list of all the nominations you can vote online on: https://news.iheart.com/featured/iheartradio-music-awards/ Voting started January 8 and runs to Monday March 23.
