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50 Cent Blast Virgil Abloh Over Pop Smoke’s Album Art

The artwork for Pop Smoke‘s posthumous debut album, Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon, was revealed yesterday and fans on social media quickly rejected the creation done by Virgil Abloh. In fact, 50 Cent, who is involved in the project, had some words for the fashion designer as well following the fiasco.

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After promoting the upcoming album via Instagram last night (June 29), 50 questioned who did the cover and once he found out, he shared his thoughts. “Man who did this cover,” Fif wrote in the comment section of his own post. He then wrote a follow-up message: “OK fuck Virgil he’s our of here lol.”

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The Queens, N.Y. native also wrote Virgil via IG this morning (June 30), saying that the cover needs to be redone. “Hey Virgil we need new album art, they ain’t going for this bullshit,” he said. “Love ya work let’s get to it. Steven i told you this shit was eww let get it right!”

Hours after the artwork was made public, Steven Victor, founder of Victor Victor Worldwide—the label Pop was signed to prior to his passing—took the fans’ reactions into account and said that a change is going to be made.

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“H E A R D Y O U,” Steven tweeted. “B R B. MAKING A CHANGE. POP WOULD LISTEN TO HIS FANS !.”

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He later wrote in a since-deleted Instagram post, “As pop’s label & as his friends/family, it is our obligation to bring his vision to life he wanted virgil to lead creative, we fulfilled his wishes however, unfortunately, he’s not here to give his final approval his fans, are. You know why you love pop your voices are loud and clear he loved his fans and listened to his fans pop and we at victor victor h e a r d you l o u d and clear – changes will be made see you July 3rd 2020.”

Virgil has removed the image from his social media as well.

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Pop Smoke‘s posthumous debut album, which features appearances from Quavo, Lil Baby, DaBaby, Future, 50 Cent, Roddy Ricch and more, is expected to be delivered on Friday (July 3).

 

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Radhika Vekaria’s new single “Liberate”

Radhika Vekaria’s new single “Liberate” is a gentle and pensive number hosting a bevy of emotions. I hear this song as a musical prayer; it is no coincidence that a significant portion of its lyrical content invokes the Maha Mritjunjaya mantra. Synthesizing Indian and modern pop influences into a greater whole has always been at the forefront of Vekaria’s art, and “Liberate” illustrates her growing confidence in this endeavor. By the song’s end, any arbitrary lines of distinction dividing these worlds blur and all voices become one.

URL: https://www.radhikavekaria.com/

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I feel confident saying it’s the only song with pop inclinations where you will hear the Maha Mritjunjaya mantra. Her adherence to Eastern spirituality is an integral component of her life and art. Finding a way to marry those concerns with the structure of a Westernized pop song is one of the central gifts of Vekaria’s art and never fails her during this track. It doesn’t pull “Liberate” in obscure directions. I don’t believe you need to be conversant with the language nor the philosophy underpinning her beliefs for “Liberate” to have its desired effect on listeners.

It’s a song about transcendence, about enduring the slings and arrows of life’s outrageous fortune, yet rising above it all at peace and victorious in the end. I feel confident, as well, in saying that Vekaria would identify her biggest challenge as overcoming her personal foibles – the doubts and fears that plague each of us. They dwarf whatever challenges the world and others may direct towards her. “Liberate” testifies to this ongoing struggle with eloquence and a well-honed sense of drama.

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Yet that drama is never overwrought. She tempers each line of “Liberate” with a presiding intelligence and equanimity of spirit that keeps the number on an even keel from beginning to end. It does have emotional and musical high points, without question, and she orchestrates those moments for maximum effect and never overindulges herself scaling those heights. “Liberate” is a measured performance from its first seconds through its final notes.

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The blending of spiritual-minded language and straightforward lyrics never proves daunting. This is especially true when she blends these two seemingly disparate languages near the song’s conclusion. It’s here where “Liberate” truly achieves the dimensions of a prayer as the fervency of Vekaria’s voice reaches deeper into us. Her intensity and the surrounding whirlwind of sound combine to end the single on a rousing note.

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I feel she’s shared something special with us. Perhaps it is an intimate glimpse into her heart, into the bedrock of her life, but it is special. That intimacy is never embarrassing. Instead, it empowers us to surge forward into our own lives with the same dedication that she shows to self-understanding – and, more importantly, finding peace with one’s self. There is no question that “Liberate” points the way toward such self-realization. It’s inarguably one of Radhika Vekaria’s finest songs yet and shows why she’s one of the most vital artists working in modern music. We’re lucky to have her.

Skyler Voss

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Kate Middleton’s Mother’s Day Photo Sparks Mystery – Royal Apology Unravels Conspiracy Theories

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Kate Middleton’s Mother’s Day Photo Sparks Mystery – Royal Apology Unravels Conspiracy Theories

Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, found herself in the midst of controversy this Mother’s Day after an edited family photo she shared raised eyebrows and fueled conspiracy theories. The viral picture depicted the Duchess with her children, accompanied by a caption expressing gratitude for the overwhelming support received over the past two months.

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Facing mounting backlash and widespread speculation, Middleton took to Twitter to issue a statement admitting to the photo manipulation. “Like many amateur photographers, I do occasionally experiment with editing,” she confessed. “I wanted to express my apologies for any confusion the family photograph we shared yesterday caused. I hope everyone celebrating had a very happy Mother’s Day.”

The apology comes at a time when the Princess of Wales’ activities have become the focal point of numerous conspiracy theories. Speculation intensified following her abdominal surgery in January, with rumors circulating about her health status. Palace officials confirmed the success of the surgery and announced Middleton’s temporary withdrawal from public engagements to facilitate her recovery.

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As days pass without Middleton making public appearances, the rumors surrounding her health have gained traction. Stay tuned for updates on Kate Middleton’s situation as we closely follow the unfolding events on Honk Magazine.

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