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SZA Named Vans’ First Artistic Director in Multiyear Creative Partnership
SZA has joined Vans as its first artistic director. On Thursday, the footwear company announced a multiyear creative partnership with the five-time Grammy winner. As part of her new role as artistic director, SZA will be working closely with the company and exploring her creative talents outside of music. She will be in charge of reimagining and overseeing the brand’s upcoming campaigns and co-creating and designing exclusive production collections, which will include new pieces and shoe styles
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Jordan Brand Drops New Air Jordan Mule Loafer Silhouette
Jordan Brand is stepping into new territory with the release of the Air Jordan Mule Loafer “Black/Metallic Silver.” The shoe features a sleek, all-black upper crafted from glossy leather paneling, complete with detailed stitching that gives it a premium, almost formal appearance. Adding a subtle touch of elegance, a metallic silver badge is integrated into the design. True to its mule style, it’s a laceless, open-back silhouette, offering easy slide-in comfort. Underneath, the Air Jordan Mule
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R&B Legend Carl Carlton Dies at 72
Carl Carlton, the Detroit-raised vocalist whose blend of R&B, soul, and funk left an unmistakable mark on music, has died at 72. His son, Carlton Hudgens II, shared the news in a Facebook post on Sunday, Dec. 14th, writing, “RIP Dad, Legend Carl Carlton, singer of ‘She’s a Bad Mama Jama.’ Long hard fight in life, and you will be missed.” Billboard has not yet independently verified the announcement. Born Carlton Hudgens, the singer reportedly suffered a stroke six years ago. Carlton began perf
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Eminem’s ‘Lose Yourself’ Hits No. 1 on a Billboard Chart for the First Time
Eminem changed what was possible with rap music more than 20 years ago when he released “Lose Yourself,” which would go on to become one of his biggest hits and one of the most successful hip-hop tracks of all time. The cut won several Grammys and became the first rap tune to win Best Original Song at the Academy Awards. Ever since, fans throughout the world have continued to consume “Lose Yourself” in huge and consistent numbers, keeping it on multiple Billboard charts week after week. Decade
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Kendrick Lamar Pauses Show to Sing Happy Birthday to 9-Year-Old Fan
Kendrick Lamar delivered one of the most touching moments of his career during his performance at Spilt Milk Festival in Canberra on December 13. Midway through his set, the Grammy-winning rapper abruptly paused the show after noticing a sign held high in the crowd. It belonged to Kalina, a 9-year-old fan celebrating her birthday. Instead of continuing the performance, Lamar addressed the crowd and led thousands of fans in a heartfelt rendition of “Happy Birthday.” Moments later, Lamar went a s
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Eleven Killed after Gunmen Target Jewish Festival at Sydney’s Bondi Beach
Two gunmen opened fire at Sydney’s Bondi Beach on Sunday, killing 11 people and wounding multiple others in a “terrorist incident” during a gathering for the Jewish festival of Hanukkah. Emergency responders rushed another 29 people to various hospitals from the beach, one of the biggest tourist draws in Australia’s largest city, said New South Wales police. One of the alleged shooters was killed, and the second was in a critical condition, police said. Police declared the shooting a “terrorist
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