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What’s In A Name? Swedish Country Artist and Fitness Guru Miqael Persson Rebrands and Finds Healing with “Walking Medicine”

The chart-topping Swedish singer and songwriter known has Hicks has changed his stage name to miQa.El. His latest single drops on November 11th.

STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN –October 20th, 2022 – Chart topping Swedish country music icon Hicks (Miqael Persson) has made his way to international success with quintessential country songs that have received acclaim from listeners and music industry icons both. With more than 160K Spotify streams (over 60 million for songs he wrote!) and several #1 radio chart-toppers to his credit, as well as Gold and Platinum status for his songs at home, Hicks is no more…

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Persson is starting a new era in his musical journey by rebranding to new stage name, ‘miQa.El’, while also releasing his lively new single, ‘Walking Medicine’. The song is a milestone for miQa.El, as it signifies his decision to start over in life and create new and meaningful experiences in all areas of life, which includes his music.

“I felt it was time for a change,” says Persson. “It has been a lot of pain and a lot of decision making, but I decided to put Hicks on the shelf…despite all the chart success, awards and attention. It feels like I’m starting over with everything in life. Feels very exciting.”

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“Walking Medicine” hits radio on October 24th, with retail to follow on November 11th.  A concept music video will drop the same day as the retail release.

ABOUT MIQA.EL:

With major chart success across US, UK and parts of EU, miQa.El is a unique artist with many awards and accolades. As Hicks, he was named Europe’s Best Country Artist at the British CMAs.  Additional awards included Best International Country Artist, Best Video, Best Song and many more. In addition to writing notable songs for his own discography, miQa.El has also written songs for many celebrated artists across the globe, including Jimi Jamison (Survivor), Bobby Kimball (Toto), Little River Band, Giant (Dann Huff), W.E.T, Eclipse, Work Of Art, First Signal Grammy Nominee Toby Hitchcock, along with renowned Swedish artists such as Barbados, Magnus Carlsson, Dogge Doggelito, Micke “Syd” Andersson, Pernilla Wahlgren, Brandsta City Släckers and many more.

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More details about miQa.El and his new single ‘Walking Medicine’ can be seen at www.facebook.com/TherealmiQa.El.

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50 Cent Drops Bombshell, Drake Ready to Strike Back Amid Kendrick Lamar Feud

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50 Cent Drops Bombshell, Drake Ready to Strike Back Amid Kendrick Lamar Feud

In the electrifying world of hip-hop, tensions are flaring as titans clash. The latest battleground? Kendrick Lamar’s blistering diss track, “6:16 In LA,” aimed straight at Drake’s OVO empire. As the rap world braces for impact, none other than the legendary 50 Cent steps into the ring with some explosive predictions.

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A connoisseur of the rap game, 50 Cent is no stranger to controversy. From squabbles with Diddy to dissecting the beef du jour, Fif is always in the know. Now, amidst the fiery exchange between Kendrick and Drake, he’s stoking the flames with his latest insights.

Kendrick Lamar set the stage with “Euphoria” before dropping the bombshell “6:16 In LA” – a calculated strike aimed squarely at Drake’s throne. As fans dissect every bar, 50 Cent wasted no time in weighing in. Taking to social media, he ignited speculation by hinting at Drake’s retaliatory arsenal.

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In a tweet that set the internet ablaze, Fif declared, “Oh shit it’s lit Kendrick went again, I heard Drake got a [bomb] waiting.” The rap world holds its breath, anticipating Drake’s next move. Could it be mere days away? Or will Drizzy take his time, as Kendrick did before him?

As the countdown to the next lyrical volley begins, fans are divided. Some expect fireworks by the weekend, while others preach patience. Regardless, the tension is palpable, and only time will reveal the true victor in this rap saga.

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Now, it’s your turn to weigh in. Do you believe Drake is armed and ready with a counterstrike? Was Kendrick’s diss everything you hoped for? Sound off in the comments below.

And remember to stay locked to Honk Magazine for all the latest developments in the ever-evolving world of music. We’ve got you covered with updates on your favorite artists and their next moves.

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Level Up with Megan Thee Stallion, Hip-Hop’s Gamer Queen Teases New Music in Epic Video Game Style

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Level Up with Megan Thee Stallion, Hip-Hop’s Gamer Queen Teases New Music in Epic Video Game Style

Megan Thee Stallion doesn’t just start trends; she sets them on fire. After igniting the rap scene at the start of 2024 with her fierce single “HISS,” she’s back in the spotlight with a tantalizing teaser for what’s to come. Move over Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake; Megan’s throwing down the gauntlet once more.

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In “HISS,” she took aim at her detractors, with Nicki Minaj finding herself in the crosshairs. Megan’s punchy lyrics, particularly about “Megan’s Law,” landed with such force that even Minaj’s response track fell flat. Victory was rightfully hers.

Now, she’s revving up for the next chapter. Megan took to Instagram, teasing fans with a cryptic message: “😈🐍🎮 Are you ready to play?” Accompanied by two renditions of herself in classic video game style, reminiscent of old PlayStation fighting games, fans went wild. Comments flooded in, with one fan even admitting, “this eats so bad i’m inspired to change my concert outfit 😭.”

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Speculation soared: could these images be a sneak peek at Meg’s upcoming album artwork? Or is she simply playing with our anticipation for another single release?

While excitement builds, Megan faces challenges offstage as well. Recently, she confronted a lawsuit from a former photographer, who made sensational claims against her. Megan swiftly refuted these allegations, denouncing them as a “salacious” money grab. In a powerful display of solidarity, fellow celebrities rallied behind her, with 50 Cent even suggesting the accuser deserved a punch in the head.

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As we eagerly await Megan’s next move, one thing’s for sure: she’s leveling up in both music and resilience. Are you ready to join her on this electrifying journey? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

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