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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Drake Joins Smiley On New Single 'Over The Top'

Drake joined Smiley on a new single, "Over the Top," which was released via OVO Sound last week.

Drake joined Smiley on a new single, "Over the Top," which was released via OVO Sound last week. Tay Keith produced the track.

Drake, who had cited Smiley as an "inspiration," specifically with regard to his 2018 album Scorpion, teamed up with him on his 2019 song "Organization."

A day after finding out Smiley was one of the most-nominated artists for the 2019 Grammys, Drake uploaded a video of himself shirtless in the pool, sipping a drink and cooling down to the intro track off Smiley's A Tape to Remember.

In a recent interview with Compex Canada, Smiley revealed how he got into contact with Drizzy. "A long time ago, it was 2014 or something like that. He heard those songs and I guess he paid close attention," Smiley said.

"And then when I took a break and I came back, I dropped this one song called 'Hit' . That was the first time I'd ever seen that Drake knew who I was or anything; one of his boys posted my song, and he commented under it and said, 'Smiley = G.O.A.T.' And then that's when I was like, 'Oh f**k, this guy knows who I am and shit.' So then, probably a couple of days later, he followed me on Insta."

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Chloe Bailey To Star In Creator+ Psychological Thriller 'Jane'

Chloe Bailey of Chloe x Halle has been cast in the debut feature film from new film studio and streaming platform, Creator+.

The 23-year-old R&B singer will star in the psychological thriller, Jane, which will explore the themes of social media anxiety and mental health from the perspective of a high school student.

Produced by and starring Madelaine Petsch of "Riverdale" and directed by Sabrina Jaglom, the film also features Chloe Yu, "Shrill" actor Ian Owens, and Oscar-winner Melissa Leo, among others.

"Mental wellness and anxiety issues for young adults are more prevalent than ever," Petsch shared in a recent press release. "'Jane' resonated with me because it grapples with the perils of these uncomfortable and often taboo topics."

(Photo: Robin Harper)

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BBC One Announces Upcoming Special 'Billie Eilish: Up Close'

BBC One have announced that a special interview and live performance program featuring Billie Eilish will air later this week.

The special, titled "Billie Eilish: Up Close," will see the teenage sensation making her debut in Radio 1's Live Lounge performing new music and an incredible cover.

In this 45-minute entertainment special filmed in Billie's home town of Los Angeles, Billie will talk to BBC Radio 1 DJ Clara Amfo about her latest album Happier Than Ever, her extraordinary rise to fame, looking back at her remarkable success, the effect it has had on her life and her role as an inspiration for young people all over the world.

"Billie Eilish: Up Close" will be broadcast on BBC One on July 31 at 10:30 pm BST and will also be available to watch on BBC iPlayer. The special is produced by So Television and directed by James Merryman. Graham Stuart and Andy Rowe are the Executive Producers.

Later, the Grammy winner will make her debut for the Radio 1 Live Lounge and perform a selection of tracks.

Happier Than Ever is scheduled for release on Friday.

(Photo: Kelia Anne MacCluskey)

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Star-Studded Lineup Revealed For 'We Love NYC: The Homecoming Concert'

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, music industry legend Clive Davis, and Live Nation and NYCEDC chair Danny Meyer on Tuesday announced the all-star lineup for the "WE LOVE NYC: The Homecoming Concert."

The concert, produced by New York City, Clive Davis and Live Nation on the Great Lawn in Central Park on August 21, will feature an array of music icons and contemporary artists.

The lineup includes Bruce Springsteen, Patti Smith, Elvis Costello, Paul Simon, The Killers, Jennifer Hudson, Kane Brown, Earth, Wind & Fire, Journey, Wyclef Jean and more.

Eighty percent of tickets will be available for free, and proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required for entry.

Citi cardmembers will have access to purchase presale VIP tickets beginning July 29 at 10 am EDT until August 1 at 10 pm EDT through the Citi Entertainment program. For all presale details, visit citientertainment.com.

Additionally, Citi will be giving away 1,000 general admission tickets to Citi cardmembers on a first-come, first-served basis beginning August 2 at 10 am EDT.

Free tickets, as well as VIP tickets for purchase, will be released to the public in batches at nyc.gov/HomecomingWeek starting on August 2 at 10 am EDT.

Additional free and VIP ticket release dates and times are as follows:

Tuesday, August 3 at 7 a.m. EDT Wednesday, August 4 at 9 p.m. EDT Thursday, August 5 at 7 a.m. EDT Friday, August 6 at 10 a.m. EDT

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