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Ziggy Marley, Oscar-nominated Yalitza Aparicio And Brazilian Stars Natiruts Encourage The Union Of The Americas In “América Vibra”
“No queremos hambre, nosotros somos vida. No queremos armas, nosotros somos paz. No queremos odio, nosotros somos amor,” Yalitza Aparicio recites in “América Vibra”
Kicking off the year with a powerful song and crying out for a better 2021, Brazilian band Natiruts invited one of the world’s greatest names in Reggae, Ziggy Marley, and Oscar-nominated Mexican actress Yalitza Aparicio to collaborate in “América Vibra.” More than a Reggae anthem, the song is a manifesto that calls on the peoples of the Americas to unite, demanding a world with more justice and love. At a time when duality and walls – both physical and structural – set us apart, “América Vibra” makes an urgent request for the bridging of barriers.
The song released on Wednesday 20th January, a symbolic day that marked an important change for the world, and the single radiates a desire for a more egalitarian continent.
Ziggy Marley says: “It’s a great pleasure to collab with Natiruts and Yalitza on this song “América Vibra”. My lyrics is talking about realizing what’s going on with the environment and wanting to see some justice in the world. If we don’t do anything, nothing is going to happen, so we have to do something. I have to do something, you have to do something – that’s what we’re talking about. If the future is not right, I will make it right. We can’t wait for somebody else to do it, we have to do it. We have to take care of the planet, take care of each other and just build a better world together. América vibra!”.
Composed by Alexandre Carlo and Ziggy Marley, and performed in Portuguese, English and Spanish, “América Vibra” is backed by an award-winning team: Felipe Tichauer, with 26 nominations for the Latin Grammy and the Grammy under his belt, is in charge of mastering; and mixing is handled by 10-time Grammy nominee Tony Maserati, one of the most successful sound engineers in the world, who has worked with artists such as Beyoncé, Ariana Grande, and Adam Lambert, among others. The song also features exclusive cover art by Kobra, one of the most renowned muralists of our day, with works in five different continents.
Directed by Rick Brombal, the music video is an exciting profusion of iconic images from the Americas (Brazil, Mexico, and the U.S.), encircled by nature, as in a kind of oasis, free from the hostile environment that surrounds them. In unison, Natiruts, Ziggy Marley, and Yalitza Aparício make an appeal for the union of peoples.
Natiruts lead singer Alexandre Carlo spoke about the context that led the band to vibrate for a fairer America: “There are invisible walls in society, created mainly by human relationships and experiences in the past that still affect our daily lives. In the case of Brazil, and especially the Americas, the main relationship that gives rise to these invisible walls is the colonization process, which favored some and greatly disfavored others.” He emphasizes the meaningful role of music in this process: “Music is a very important tool, because it changes the vibration frequency, people’s energy, it leads the hopeless to believe in their own potential. In this sense, music becomes quite important to tear down these invisible walls, and that is what our song proposes, and we hope that it can captivate the hearts and minds of many people, not only in Brazil, not only in the Americas, but in the entire world.”
“The importance of ‘América Vibra’ is to show that music has no boundaries and it’s a way to send messages of peace, just as unity makes us stronger in the face of adversity. When there’s respect among people, you can witness a real transformation,” actress Yalitza Aparicio explained. “I was thrilled when Sony invited me to participate, because I’ve always been a fan of reggae, I never believed that Ziggy and Natiruts could choose me to collaborate with them. I accepted immediately, albeit with fear, as being a part of this industry makes us targets to all kinds of criticism. I try to focus on the purpose of each project, because, as you know, I’ve always accepted the challenges that come to me, especially when they’re accompanied by such a strong and hopeful message,” she concluded.
In the future, the song will be part of the worldwide release of Natiruts new original project, which will be available on all digital platforms by early April. A well-established band that’s been around for more than 25 years, Natiruts’ compositions have the ability to speak of hope and positivity without falling into the trap of detachment.
Carrie Underwood To Release “My Savior” Album Of Gospel Hymns On March 26
Seven-time GRAMMY Award winner Carrie Underwood will follow the extraordinary success of her recent Christmas album, My Gift, with an album of gospel hymns, titled My Savior. The new album will be released on CD and Digital March 26, 2021, just prior to the Easter holiday, and on vinyl April 30. My Savior is co-produced by Underwood and GRAMMY® Award winner David Garcia, with whom she co-produced her critically acclaimed 2018 album Cry Pretty, her seventh album to be certified Platinum or Multi-Platinum by the RIAA.
My Savior, which will consist of covers of traditional gospel hymns Underwood grew up singing, is a spiritual companion to Underwood’s first-ever Christmas album. “It’s been such a blessing to make music like this, inspirational music that is near and dear to my heart,” says Underwood. “These two albums have been on my musical bucket list since the beginning of my career and were planned long before the events of the past year, but somehow it feels like the perfect time to share these beloved songs with the world.”
Underwood’s co-producer on My Savior, David Garcia, is a multi-platinum selling, four-time GRAMMY Award-winning record producer and songwriter. With his early roots in Christian music, over the past decade he has achieved chart-topping success across multiple genres of music with over 20 #1 songs to his credit. He has twice been named ASCAP’s Christian Music Songwriter of the Year (2015 and 2019), has written three ASCAP Award winners for Christian Music Song of The Year, as well as won nine Dove Awards. In addition to co-producing the Cry Pretty album, Garcia and Underwood’s collaborations include co-writing tracks such as her #1 hit “Southbound” (with Josh Miller), “Drinking Alone” and “Love Wins (both with Brett James), all of which have been certified Gold by the RIAA, as well as the original tracks “Let There Be Peace” and “Sweet Baby Jesus” (both with Brett James) on My Gift, among others.
Released September 25, 2020, My Gift topped charts throughout the holiday season. It debuted at #1 across multiple global charts, including Billboard Country, Christian and Holiday charts, marking Underwood’s eighth straight album to debut #1 on the Billboard Country chart. The album went on to claim the #1 spot on that chart for six non-consecutive weeks (four consecutive weeks). The album remained at #1 on the Christian chart for 14 weeks and debuted #1 on the UK country chart (her fifth #1 on the chart) and #1 on the Canadian country chart. My Gift consistently remained in the Top 5 on the Billboard Holiday Album Chart throughout the season, including #1 for six non-consecutive weeks. It reached #5 on the all-genre Billboard Top 200 and appeared in the Top 10 for six non-consecutive weeks. Additionally, My Gift was the #1 selling album for 2020 in all genres at Amazon.
Five songs from My Gift appeared on the Top 40 Holiday Radio Music Chart: “Hallelujah” (duet with John Legend), which was the third most played current title across all radio stations running holiday music in 2020; “Little Drummer Boy” (featuring her 5-year-old son, Isaiah Fisher); “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas;” “Let There Be Peace” and “Mary, Did You Know?” Underwood became the first woman to replace herself at #1 on Billboard’s Hot Christian Songs chart when “Hallelujah” sent her Amazon Exclusive “Favorite Time of Year” to the #2 spot, marking her third #1 on that list. Additionally, for three straight weeks, she held the top three slots on the list, with her recording of “Silent Night” at #3, making her the first artist to hold the top three positions on Hot Christian Songs for multiple weeks.
My Gift featured a combination of beloved traditional favorites celebrating the spiritual nature of the holiday, as well as several new originals, including the two written by Underwood, Garcia and James. GRAMMY® Award-winning producer, mixer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Greg Wells produced and arranged the album.
New Documentary on Acclaimed British Singer-Songwriter Paloma Faith Announced
BBC Music TV today announces Paloma Faith – As I Am, a one hour film for BBC Two and BBC iPlayer, which follows over a year in the life of the singer-songwriter, Paloma Faith.
Paloma has had number ones all over the world, multi-million albums sales, headlined Glastonbury and sung to tens of thousands every week, but in recent years, she has taken on her toughest challenge yet – having a baby.
With unlimited access to Paloma as a woman, a mother and an international pop-star in the public eye, this film follows Paloma on an emotional journey, as she balances the demands of a vital make-or-break tour with writing a new album, launching an acting career and being a first time mum.
The film observes Paloma’s life, both front and backstage, in the midst of a pivotal year in her career. It features appearances and contributions from Rag’n’Bone Man, Ty Taylor and Jonas Blue as well as her band, management and family members. We see her struggling with choices every mum will be familiar with, whilst embarking on enormous career challenges in a cut-throat business.
Paloma not only returns to work after having her baby, but also to huge expectations to break Australia and America. At every turn, we ask ‘Will Paloma pull it off? Will she be successful and if so, what sacrifices will she be forced to make?’
Paloma says: “I was very reluctant to let a camera into the very personal experience of working as a first time mum but Jane Mingay who made the film is also a mother and a friend so I felt safe. The result is very telling, exposed and at times emotional for me to watch. Also, I hope it’s a testament to all working mothers out there. As a feminist, I don’t believe in aiming for patriarchal ideals in order to be a success. I believe in embracing our feminine strengths and abilities in order to try and navigate success in a male dominated and judged world. The film I hope gives some insight into this.”
Jan Younghusband, Head of Commissioning, BBC Music Television says: “Paloma Faith – As I Am, from first time director Jane Mingay, shines a light on Paloma’s incredible achievements in her career to date, whilst also taking an honest look at the reality of balancing the commitments of parenthood with a demanding career. It’s a warm and often moving film and I’m delighted that we’ll be able to bring Paloma’s inspiring story to viewers on BBC Two.”
Paloma Faith – As I Am is a 1 x 60 film produced by Andy Glynne for Mosaic Films and directed by Jane Mingay. It was commissioned by Patrick Holland, Controller, BBC Two and Jan Younghusband, Head of Commissioning, BBC Music TV. It will be shown on BBC Two in the coming weeks.
The programme is also amongst a wide range of upcoming music programming on BBC TV.
Later…with Jools Holland returns to BBC Two, with two new series over the coming months to keeping viewers supplied with live musical performances as challenging times continue. Last year saw the highest average audience for Later…with Jools Holland in over 10 years and featured new performances from artists including Fontaines D.C., Jacob Collier and Laura Marling. The new series of Later… follows the success of Jools’ Annual Hootenanny on New Year’s Eve 2020, which attracted 4.56 million viewers – the highest audience for the show on record. The programme featured new and archive performances from artists including Celeste, Róisín Murphy and Ella Eyre.
Elsewhere in the coming months, BBC One, along with BBC Radio 2, raises the curtain with a very special show direct from the West End, the US and beyond. A glittering cast of UK and international stars, including Idina Menzel, Nicole Scherzinger, Amanda Holden and Sheridan Smith perform songs from the musicals at the London Palladium in Musicals: The Greatest Show. The programme forms the centrepiece of Radio 2 Celebrates Musicals, three days of programmes featuring the music of stage and screen for people to enjoy from the comfort of their own homes. To accompany this, in January and February, BBC Four will be broadcasting West Side Stories: The Making of a Classic, Sings Musicals, Imagine – Cameron Mackintosh: The Musical Man, and Imagine – Andrew Lloyd Webber: Memories.
This coming Friday 22 January, BBC Four celebrates the legendary Neil Diamond in the week of his 80th birthday with Neil Diamond at the BBC – a brand new compilation film which looks back at some of Diamond’s best BBC moments. That same evening, audiences will have another chance to view his set from Glastonbury 2008 as well as from the Electric Proms, which took place at London’s Roundhouse in 2010.
Viewers can also catch up on BBC Music TV’s recent highlights on BBC iPlayer, including David Bowie: The Last Five Years (BBC Four), Dolly Parton’s 2014 Glastonbury performance (BBC Four), Idris Elba meets Paul McCartney (BBC One), Paul McCartney at the Cavern Club (BBC One), The Story of…Pulp’s Common People (BBC Four), Take That: We’ve Come A Long Way (BBC One), TOTP: The Story of 1987 (BBC One), Aretha Franklin: Respect (BBC One), Amazing Grace (BBC Two), TOTP Christmas and New Year specials (BBC One), featuring Ella Henderson, Becky Hill, Clean Bandit, Mabel and Arlo Parks, The Nine Lives of Ozzy Osbourne (BBC Two), Whitney: Can I Be Me? (BBC Two), Whitney at the BBC (BBC Four) and more.
Coming soon to BBC Two is Billie – an arresting and powerful film about Billie Holiday, which features journalist Linda Lipnack Keuhl’s never-seen before recorded interviews with the star. Also coming soon to BBC Four is Hip Hop: The Songs That Shook America, a 6-part series exploring some of the groundbreaking songs that had an impact on the evolution of American music and culture, with another chance to see Hip Hop at the BBC (BBC Four), Hits, Hype & Hustle: An Insider’s Guide to the Music Business (BBC Four).
Play the Music and Light the Lights: “The Muppet Show” Streams February 19 Only on Disney+
The long wait for Muppet fans is almost over! “The Muppet Show,” Jim Henson’s iconic variety series that started it all, will begin streaming Friday, February 19 exclusively on Disney+. In addition to the first three seasons, fans will be able to enjoy seasons 4 and 5, which have never previously been released on home entertainment.
“The Muppet Show” stars Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo, the Swedish Chef, and more in a groundbreaking twist on the classic variety show, blending original songs, sketch comedy, and guest stars into a prime-time hit for all ages.
“It’s going to be great to welcome back longtime fans, and to give a new generation of fans a chance to see how we got our start, how Miss Piggy became a star and so much more,” said Kermit the Frog. “Today, I’m proud to say: ‘It’s time to play the music, light the lights and meet the Muppets on Disney Plus tonight!’ And as for Statler and Waldorf, the two old guys in the balcony, I can only add: ‘Sorry, guys, but… .here we go again.”
Originally premiering in 1976, some of Hollywood’s brightest stars stopped by “The Muppet Show” for unforgettable comedy and chaos including Steve Martin, Elton John, Liza Minnelli, Alice Cooper, Julie Andrews, Bernadette Peters, Diana Ross, Gladys Knight, Gene Kelly, and Mark Hamill.
With all five seasons of “The Muppet Show,” Muppet favorites like “Muppet Treasure Island” celebrating its 25th anniversary next month, and new hits like “Muppets Now,” Disney+ is now the most sensational, inspirational, celebrational, Muppetational streaming service on Earth.
The Common Types of Personal Loans: A Basic Guide
What is a personal loan? If you find yourself in a financial bind, this might be a question you have wondered once or twice.
In a nutshell, a personal loan is money you borrow from a lender that is paid back in a series of installments. You will have to pay interest on the loans and you might be charged additional fees. There are many different types of personal loans that you can use, depending on your situation and the amount you need.
Unlike other loans, personal loans are relatively easy to secure and they are funded quickly, giving you the money you need to handle an emergency situation or an unexpected expense. If you are wondering about the types of personal loans that are available, this short and simple guide is for you.
Unsecured Loans
An unsecured loan is a loan you secure without any collateral. You qualify for the loan based on your creditworthiness. If you are wondering if an unsecured loan is for you, consider getting guidance from bonsaifinance.com.
Secured Loans
One of the most popular personal loan options is a secured loan. This is a loan you qualify for based on the collateral you put up. Collateral can be anything from the title to your car to real estate.
Personal Lines of Credit
A common personal loan type is a personal line of credit. This type of loan is similar to a credit card, you have a limit you can withdraw from during a certain draw period.
As long as you pay the balance, you can continue to borrow. When the draw period is up, you have to pay any outstanding balance on the account.
Debt Consolidation Loans
If you want to consolidate your debt, consider getting a personal loan. A debt consolidation loan is useful for combining your high-interest debt into one low-interest payment. These loans are ideal for unsecured debt, such as credit cards, payday loans, medical bills, and more.
Payday Loans
A payday loan is a type of loan that is an advance on your paycheck. You apply for the loan and repay it by an automatic withdraw on or around your payday. These loans are typically high-interest and are ideal for emergency situations.
Credit Card Cash Advances
A credit card advance is a type of loan you can get without being approved. If your credit card has a cash advance feature, you can borrow up to your limit by withdrawing the funds from a bank or an ATM. If your card doesn’t have a cash advance, consider contacting customer service.
These Are the Common Types of Personal Loans
These are the common types of personal loans that are available.
Depending on your situation, you may need an unsecured or secured loan. You can also apply for a personal line of credit or a debt consolidation loan. Payday loans and credit card cash advances are also valid options when you need funding.
These are the most common types of loans you can apply for.
The Beatles’ 1965 Demo for ‘Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown)’ With a George Harrison Sitar Intro
Here’s a stunnng clip of the original audio from The Beatles‘s 1965 demo for their iconic song Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown), featuring a beautiful sitar intro by George Harrison.
Why social poker is so popular
Poker is an international, multi-billion-dollar industry that is only getting bigger. From the world renowned, televised tournaments in which huge jackpots are up for grabs, to smaller games between friends for a few spare coins, it all adds up to a hefty amount of money. Loads of different websites offer players the chance to rise up the ranks and play for more cash and bigger prizes.
All this could lead you to believe that poker is only worth playing if money is involved. That is not true. Outside of the games that play for cash prizes there is a lively social poker scene. In a nutshell, social poker is played for competitive fun and there is no money staked by players. It is a huge industry in itself with hundreds of different operators adding the game to its library over the past decade. It is also possible to play it in person, as long as there is no prize pot.
One reason why social poker is so popular is its ability to offer new players a risk-free experience during their first time playing. Even the best poker players on the planet had to start somewhere. Social poker provides the chance for novices, so players can search pa online poker and learn the ropes without the risk of having to stake their own money as players may be put off if in their inaugural match they are out of the running early on. If this happens in social poker, at least they haven’t lost any real cash.
Social poker is also popular as it can be used to convince first time players to give the game a go. Unfortunately, poker and iGaming in general still carry a slight stigma that could put some of your friends off trying it out. However, without the pressure of having to stake their own money, those who are cautious of trying poker out could much more easily be persuaded to give it a go. Once they get that first taste, they are sure to want to keep playing with their friends.
Social poker can also play a key learning role for intermediate players interested in playing new variants of the game. Someone could be the best Texas Hold’em player on the planet but have absolutely zero experience in other forms. This is where social poker comes in, as it offers players a chance to learn stud poker, H.O.R.S.E. and many more without the anxiety of losing their own money looming large.
As well as giving players opportunities to learn, social poker is also popular thanks to the more laid-back atmosphere it offers. We all know that playing for even a small amount of money can make poker a rather intense affair. For those looking for a more chilled hobby, social poker is ideal. The operators that host social poker often encourage players to chat along during the game. In this way, it can also be a great way to meet likeminded people online.
Are Free Spins the best bonuses you can get in online slots?
Bonuses are really an essential part of playing at online casinos. A good bonus can enhance your odds against the casino and raise the odds of you winning. However, there are a variety of different bonuses that could be presented including free spins, matched deposits, and credits. Free spins are extremely well known since you get to have fun for no cost, but are they the best bonuses you are able to get in internet slots like 100 Joker Staxx? Let’s see.
How Do Bonuses Work?
Before selecting a casino bonus, it is crucial to find out exactly how they work. Although the bonus process, terms, and wagering requirements will differ from casino to casino, the vast majority of online casinos deliver great incentives to customers and there are certain to be additional bonuses for new players.
If you receive a bonus, you receive extra cash in addition to the deposit you are making. For example, if there was a hundred percent casino bonus on the £100 pounds you’re planning to begin with, a balance of £200 will be in your account on the casino site.
You are going to find numerous types of casino rewards, and many of them come with completely free spins on top. So you may not even need to choose between extra credits and cash or even the free spins.
When you are able to get both, then you will have a lot more time to play, not to mention, a lot more chances to win. Nevertheless, you do have to recognise the wagering requirements first, and this is exactly where free spins may just win out in terms of which kind of bonus is actually best.
Wagering Requirement Rules
The great bulk of casino bonuses have wagering requirements as part of their conditions and terms. To put it simply, the wagering requirement is exactly what the player has to pay before they are able to withdraw any winnings won using the extra money. Most casino bonuses have a wagering requirement of between forty to sixty times the initial stake.
So if you claim a £50 bonus with a wagering requirement of 50x, you will have to pay in £2,500 before you’re in a position to withdraw the winnings. So it may not be the ‘easy money’ you believed it was.
Apart from checking out the wagering requirements, players should look at the terms and conditions. All casinos have different rules about using the bonuses. At a few sites, players are not permitted to enjoy live casino video games with the additional money, for instance.
Not just that, but some slots may be restricted. And it is crucial to be mindful that most extras have a wagering limit, which means you are not permitted to bet more than a specific amount per spin.
Free Spins
Even though there are still going to be rules and regulations which relate to the free spins, they are usually a lot less strict than all those relating to the extra money and the matched deposits that casinos provide. So if you have a decision to make and free spins is actually among the options, this may indeed be the very best course to take.
Legendary Tom Jones covers Todd Snider’s “Talking Reality Television Blues”
The legendary Tom Jones recently shared his cover of Todd Snider’s “Talking Reality Television Blues” which you can listen to below.
The song was first released on Snider’s critically acclaimed album Cash Cabin Sessions Vol. 3 which came out in 2019, and Jones’ cover will appearing on an album he has coming this Spring.
As to Jones covering him, Snider says, “Tom Jones is as great as a singer as there has ever been,” adding, “I prefer his version of the song to my own.”