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  • Sam Hunt Announces Lipstick Graffiti Tour [FULL SCHEDULE]

    Calling Sam Hunt a country artist is an oversimplification.Inspired by Usher and Boyz II Men as a kid, The former Division I college football player blends hip-hop and R&B into his sound."I do think I'm country," Hunt told "Rolling Stone Country," "but your definition of that word might be different from my definition. In my opinion, country music, the sound of country, has always evolved. But the one thing that has not changed is the story element. And I think country songs are truthful songs about life written by country people."The 29-year-old is hitting the road this winter for his Lipstick Graffiti Tour, with stops in most regions of the country.

  • Beyoncé's Backup Singer Javon Lee Accuses 'Drunk in Love' Singer of Stealing His Song for 'XO' [LISTEN]

    Word on the Web is Beyoncé is in hot water after being accused of stealing a song from her backup singer. According to Javon Lee, the "Drunk in Love" songstress stole his melody to create the hit song "XO."As reported by "TheGrio," Lee filed a suit claiming the track infringes upon his copyright and wants $3 million in damages. His track "XOXO" was released six months prior to Beyoncé's December 2013 "XO" debut.In the legal filings, he writes that "I am seeking the earnings she has made from the copied record. Also live performances, etc. I would like money compensation of $3 million, or whichever is greater."

  • Trina Releases New Video for 'F--k Love' Featuring Tory Lanez After Putting French Montana on Blast During Radio Interview [WATCH]

    Back in September, Trina released her new song "F--k Love" and now the cut is getting visual treatment with a guest appearance by Tory Lanez, who covered hook duty. Just last week, Trina threw more shade at French Montana after the rapper denied having a relationship with the Miami femcee on "The Wendy Williams Show."In the nearly four-minute video, Trina gets dolled up in her mansion before saying rest in peace to love once and for all, as noted by "Rap-Up." She then rides into the woods in her Rolls-Royce, parks the car in a secluded area, pulls out a shovel and starts digging up a hole.Once she is done, she lights an unidentified object on fire and laughs as the flames rise up.

  • Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood 'Fighting' Over New Song on 'Man Against Machine'

    Trisha Yearwood and Garth Brooks are one of music's exemplary couples — drama is typically at a minimum with these two.But the gloves appear to be off after Brooks used a song on his new "Man Against Machine" album — due tomorrow, Nov. 11 — that Yearwood coveted for her own collection."It's called 'Tacoma,'" she told The Boot. "It should be mine. It's one of those things where, usually when another artist records a song, you're like, 'OK, it's over,' but even if that's a single, if that's a big hit for him, I'm still going to record that song one day. It's my song."Brooks made "Tacoma" the final song on the new album, a spot he typically reserves for his favorite tune."I think it's just to add insult to injury," Yearwood said. "He knows how much I love it! ... We're not fighting over it, but I really do love that song, and I would love to record it myself some day."

  • José González Announces 2015 Tour [FULL SCHEDULE]

    José González just announced an ambitious 2015 international tour that will take him through several European countries before landing back in the U.S. for a Philadelphia show April 6.The "Heartbeats" singer only has two albums to his name over the course of an 11-year career, but he is adding a third in 2015."Vestiges & Claws" will be out Feb. 17 on Mute.

  • The Who Release 'Immersive App' with 3-D Experience; Oculus Rift Version Coming Later This Year

    The Who may be one of the oldest surviving vestiges of rock 'n' roll, but they are currently outclassing the group of current bands when it comes to technology.Roger Daltrey and Co. signed off on The Who Immersive App, which coincides with their just-released anniversary compilation "The Who Hits 50!"From Billboard: "The Who Immersive App is centered on a 3-D virtual world that features key events and landmarks from The Who's 50-year history, including some of the iconic visuals conjured by Pete Townshend's songs, such as a pinball and a magic bus. The app's 16-strong staff includes Jamie Daltrey — son of Who frontman Roger Daltrey — who has been closely involved in the app's development, gathering rare band artifacts from his father and from Trinifold."An Oculus Rift Virtual Reality version — available later this year — will allow fans to shift their view 360 degrees via headset technology and isolate various aspects of the band's greatest hits. For instance: Turn your head left to isolate Daltrey's vocals on "Who Are You," turn your head right to zero in on John Entwistle's bass line.

  • Robert Earl Keen Band to Release Christmas Album 'Santa Is Real' [TRACKLIST]

    The Robert Earl Keen Band used to treat Christmas tunes as a solemn addition to their show."Originally, it was a more somber affair," Keen told The Boot. "We'd perform these delicate instrumental Christmas songs, dressed in black suits, as background music to set the mood for the show."But things quickly changed for the better."After a few shows, we decided we needed to step it up and do something more upbeat," he said. "So we let loose a little and dressed up in hillbilly outfits and performed Bob Wills-y type versions of Christmas carols. People dug it. It went so well that after the set, Robert said, 'You guys need to make a record.' So we did!"Now, the REK Band has an instrumental Christmas album, "Santa Is Real," out this winter.

  • Bobby Shmurda Drops 'Bobby Bitch' Video [WATCH]

    Bobby Shmurda dropped his "Bobby Bitch" single a few weeks back after a memorable performance with The Roots on "The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon."The kid spun a violent tale with a high body count. Take notes:"And I'm down to catch a body, bitches, hit that hommy switch "And I bet that all these hollow tips gon' make his body twitch "But if I hit you with the shotty, bitch, I bet that body flip "Rasha caught him with them zombie tips and made his body spin"Now we finally have the video for Shmurda's tale of gore. Observe the badassery below:

  • Take That Announce 2015 UK Tour as Trio [FULL SCHEDULE]

    Take That is one of Britain's all-time greatest pop groups, with five straight No. 1 albums and 54 international No. 1 hits.The former five-piece is now a trio with a new record, III, due Dec. 1. Gary Barlow, Howard Donald and Mark Owen will be taking their revised show on the road for a 24-date U.K. tour in 2015."We've always been very proud of our live shows and are very excited to be touring again next year," the group said in a statement, according to Hello. "Playing live is something we love the most about what we do and we're looking forward to putting on the most amazing show we can."

  • Chance the Rapper Plays Cartoon Bob Marley in Adult Swim's 'Black Dynamite' [WATCH]

    Chance the Rapper and Erykah Badu recently appeared in cartoon form as Bob and Rita Marley in an episode of Adult Swim's "Black Dynamite."The show, a spinoff of the one of the greatest films ever made, is full of NSFW brouhaha and graphic language. You can watch the unofficial stream below, via Pitchfork, or check out the official stream with a cable/satellite subscription.

  • Run the Jewels Lead Explicit Chant Against Sun Kil Moon at Fun Fun Fun Fest [WATCH]

    Fun Fun Fun Fest was just that Saturday, Nov. 8, when El-P and Mark Kozelek met prior to sets by Run the Jewels and Sun Kil Moon.Here was the encounter from El-P's perspective, according to Stereogum:"So I introduced myself and said, 'Hey, I'm a fan. We're the guys that are going to be interrupting your set today with how f--king loud our crowd is.' [...] And he said, 'What's your name?' And I said, 'Run the Jewels,' and — I swear to God — he said, 'Suck my d--k, Run the Jewels.' And I said, 'Suck my d--k, Sun Kil Moon.' And I'm actually a fan of this dude's record."El-P then asked the crowd to chant, "Suck my d--k, Sun Kil Moon." Before moving onto the next song, El-P reiterated, "We mean that with all due respect. I'm actually a fan of your music."

  • Adele's Manager Is Pro-Spotify: 'Streaming Is the Future'

    Adele's manager Jonathan Dickins is a music industry power mover who also represents Jack Penate, Jamie T, London Grammar and Paul Epworth, among others.The 42-year-old Brit recently shared his thoughts on Spotify and other streaming services in lieu of Taylor Swift's decision to ditch that model."Streaming is the future, whether people like it or not. Within five years it will be ubiquitous," he said at a Dublin Web Summit conference that also featured pro-Spotify speaker Bono, according to "Billboard."

  • Justin Bieber Shows Up at NFL Team's Bible Study, Offers No Explanation

    Justin Bieber does what he wants. If that includes going to an NFL team's bible study Saturday night, Nov. 8, then so be it.The "Boyfriend" singer was spotted in New York last night apparently brushing up on his religious knowledge with members of the Pittsburgh Steelers.Twitter provided photo evidence, according to "Billboard."

  • Billy Currington Releases New Single 'Don't It' from 2015 Album [LISTEN]

    Billy Currington is pushing past 40, but the country star landed two more No. 1 hits this year, and he is hungry for more."Don't It" is the first offering from his untitled 2015 album."I'm excited to give fans a taste of my new album with 'Don't It,'" he said, according to The Boot. "This song was one of the first I cut, and the sound really guides the direction of the new project. Next spring, I'll hit the road with new music and look forward to playing it live!"The tune, a new single, has a bit too much of a high school vibe for a man old enough to have multiple kids in college, but that formula has worked for him recently.
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