Music
Drake’s Toronto Nightmare, Booed Off Stage at Limp Bizkit Concert
Drake’s 2024 just hit another low. The Toronto native faced a surprising reception at a Limp Bizkit concert in his hometown on July 24. The iconic nu-metal band, currently on their Loserville tour, found themselves playing host to an unexpected guest – and an even more unexpected reaction.
During the concert, frontman Fred Durst announced Drake’s presence, expecting a warm welcome. Instead, the crowd erupted in boos. “I thought Drake was your homie,” Durst said, trying to quell the audience’s reaction. “Drake’s my homie.” He even dedicated the next song to the rapper, but the gesture did little to sway the audience’s mood.
Social media quickly lit up with reactions to the incident. One user on X commented, “I doubt many Drake fans and Limp Bizkit fans are synonymous with one another.” Another noted the irony, saying, “I wasn’t expecting them to like him, but it’s still funny that it happened in Toronto.” A third user humorously added, “Welp, guess Drake is gonna take a selfie with oversized pants, a Korn T-shirt, and a box of biscuits,” poking fun at the rapper’s potential petty response.
This hometown rejection adds to a string of challenges for Drake this year. His feud with Kendrick Lamar saw Lamar’s “Not Like Us” become the year’s biggest hit, overshadowing Drake’s musical efforts. Despite contributing to Camila Cabello’s latest album, Drake hasn’t released a chart-topping hit in 2024. Even his diss tracks aimed at Lamar fell flat with the public.
Drake’s recent appearance on producer Gordo’s album, DIAMANTE, offers a glimpse of his latest musical direction, reminiscent of his 2022 house music pivot in Honestly, Nevermind. With new music reportedly on the way, the rapper is likely to release an album before the year ends in an attempt to reclaim his spot in the spotlight. But after being booed in his own backyard, he might need to start winning back his home fans first.
Artist Spotlight
Cali Tucker Unwraps Christmas Magic With Her New EP “Santa Baby”
Cali Tucker is back in the spotlight this season with “Santa Baby,” a beautifully made holiday EP that captures the heart, warmth, and timeless glow of Christmas classics. Cali is known for singing the National Anthem at NASCAR’s Pennzoil 400 in front of 80,000 fans and more than three million people at home. She brings the same powerful presence and emotional depth to this holiday project.
“Santa Baby” is a great holiday release for music lovers, bloggers, and new artist discovery sites. It has six tracks and lasts 20 minutes. It mixes nostalgia with Cali’s signature smooth vocals. Each song shows off her talent, but “O Holy Night” and “The Christmas Song” are two that stand out as favorites. Both performances show off her range, control, and ability to bring classic songs into modern emotional spaces without losing their original charm.
“O Holy Night” stands out as the EP’s spiritual center, with a glowing performance full of dynamics, warmth, and a cinematic stillness that draws people in. Cali gives the song both respect and a unique touch, breathing new life into a well-known hymn. “The Christmas Song,” on the other hand, makes you feel like you’re sitting next to a fire. It’s soft, heartfelt, and full of stories that make you feel nostalgic. Cali’s voice flows effortlessly through every note, making it impossible not to feel the magic of the season.
The whole EP flows easily and has a mix of fun sparkle, soulful warmth, and classic Christmas music. “Santa Baby” is the perfect song for the season, whether people are making holiday playlists, looking for new Christmas music, or discovering new vocal talents. This EP adds a new but familiar sound to today’s holiday music scene. It has a comforting feel and is easy to listen to repeatedly.
Artist Spotlight
Kalpee Honors Heritage and Heart on His Emotion-Rich New EP Dougla Boi
Kalpee is back with Dougla Boi, a beautiful new EP that is both personal and powerful. It gives listeners a close look at the layers of identity, heritage, and emotion that make him who he is. The Trinidad and Tobago artist is confident in his own space, which is rooted in New Calypso and polished with hints of dancehall, R&B, and afrobeats. In this space, genre bends, but emotion leads.
Named after the Trinidadian word for someone of mixed African and Indian heritage, Dougla Boi is honest, proud, and warm about the complexities of culture. Kalpee opens a window into the dualities that define him across six tracks, turning personal truth into universal resonance. The EP is just under 19 minutes long, but every second is carefully planned to take listeners on a journey through courage, joy, healing, and the quiet strength that comes from accepting all parts of yourself.
The first single, “Under,” stands out right away for its calming yet emotionally charged experience. Kalpee’s voice flows over a beat that sounds both new and old, fitting the EP’s theme of bringing cultures together. It’s one of the best examples of how he can mix soft and hard sounds, which is what makes his New Calypso sound so unique.
“Everybody,” which features Full Blown, is another excellent song that has already done very well. It has a happy vibe and an infectious bounce, making it one of the EP’s most replayable songs. “Everybody” captures the spirit of community and shared experience, which is what Kalpee means when he says that identity is not a box but a rhythm.
Connect with Kalpee: Instagram
-
Artist Spotlight3 days agoStephani Ezatoff Brings New Life to a Gospel Treasure with “Precious Lord Take My Hand”
-
Artist Spotlight3 days agoChaidura Breaks Free with “Heaven”
-
Artist Spotlight3 days agoCali Tucker Unwraps Christmas Magic With Her New EP “Santa Baby”
-
Artist Spotlight3 days agoKalpee Honors Heritage and Heart on His Emotion-Rich New EP Dougla Boi
-
Artist Spotlight3 days agoAlicia DelMarie steps into a fierce new era with her stylish single “Vogue”
-
Artist Spotlight5 days agoMike Shouse shares a daring 30-key adventure with new single “Smiley Faced Emoji”
-
Artist Spotlight5 days agoReeToxA sparks raw emotions with new grunge anthem “Amber”
-
Artist Spotlight5 days agoBailey Perrie channels the 2000s pop-punk style in electrifying new single “Livin On A Prayer”

