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Justin Timberlake releases new album

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justin timberlakeJustin Timberlake celebrated the release of his first album since 2006 with a lively show in Los Angeles, whetting fans’ appetites by confirming media reports that he would release more new music soon.

At an intimate album release party for “The 20/20 Experience” on Monday, Timberlake took the opportunity to clear up media reports that he would be releasing a second volume of music later this year.

“I’ve got to clear up the rumors. This whole thing about this only being the first part … is true. There is another half. I’m not giving you a release date,” the singer said. Earlier in the day, media outlets reported that Roots drummer Questlove said in an interview that Timberlake would release a second volume of music in November this year. “The 20/20 Experience” marks the singer’s return to the musical spotlight after taking time out to focus on his acting career, starring in films such as “The Social Network” and “Friends with Benefits.” Timberlake, 32, sang a few of his latest hits and earlier songs for the audience, and answered questions from fans about his new record, including why it took him six years to release a new album after his hugely successful 2006 “FutureSexLoveSounds,” which featured the hit single “Sexyback.” “I definitely enjoy all the entertaining but music is definitely the most special thing to me, and that’s probably why I wait so long in between records, because for me, no pun intended, it’s an experience,” the singer said in an interview with Ryan Seacrest between songs. Timberlake has successfully transitioned from child star and member of boyband N’Sync to bona fide actor and solo singer. The album marks a new chapter in the singer’s life, following his marriage to actress Jessica Biel in October 2012. Timberlake sang three songs from the new album – romantic ballad “Mirrors,” smooth R&B track “Suit & Tie” and the Latin-infused “Let the Groove Get In” – showcasing the range of influences he explored on “The 20/20 Experience.” But it was the album’s closing track, “Blue Ocean Floor,” that Timberlake called the most “unique” on the album and inspired by British rock band Radiohead. “I’m a huge Thom Yorke (Radiohead frontman) fan, and I was listening to some ‘OK Computer’ and ‘Kid A’ and this song just happened. This is probably the most unique so far and probably took me out of my comfort zone,” the singer said. Timberlake also played some of his most popular hits, including a medley of “Like I Love You,” “My Love” and his breakup song “Cry Me A River.” The new album has been at the top of the iTunes album charts since it became available to stream and pre-order last week and is set to debut at the top of the Billboard 200 album chart next week. Audience members on Monday took note of the singer’s penchant for formal wear, turning up in suits and dresses for the speakeasy-themed album release party at the historic El Rey Theater in Los Angeles.

Fan Amanda Wall, 18, and her mother Camille won tickets to the intimate gig on Seacrest’s radio show and traveled from Atlanta to attend the singer’s album launch.

“I’ve been a big Justin Timberlake fan, he’s been my crush since I was 7, so this is huge,” Amanda Wall told Reuters.

The singer will embark on a “Legends of the Summer” North American tour with rapper Jay-Z, kicking off in July.

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Additions to the selection of the 77th Festival de Cannes

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As announced at the press conference on April 11, here are the films that complete the Official Selection 2024.

UN CERTAIN REGARD

 

WHEN THE LIGHT BREAKS
Rúnar Rúnarsson

NIKI
Céline Sallette
1st film

FLOW
Gints Zilbalodis

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When the light breaks by Rúnar Rúnarsson will open the Certain Regard section on Wednesday May 15.

CANNES PREMIERE

 

VIVRE, MOURIR, RENAITRE
Gaël Morel

MARIA
Jessica Palud

SPECIAL SCREENINGS

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SPECTATEURS
Arnaud Desplechin

NASTY
Tudor Giurgiu

LULA
Oliver Stone

AN UNFINISHED FILM
Lou Ye

OUT OF COMPETITION

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LE COMTE DE MONTE-CRISTO
Alexandre De La Patellière et Matthieu Delaporte

COMPETITION

 

LA PLUS PRÉCIEUSE DES MARCHANDISES
Michel Hazanavicius

TREI KILOMETRI PANA LA CAPATUL LUMII
(Trois kilomètres jusqu’à la fin du monde)
Emanuel Parvu

THE SEED OF THE SACRED FIG
Mohammad Rasoulof

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Coachella 2024: DJ Snake (Hip Hop Set) and TroyBoi Play Surprise Sets at Do LaB Stage

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Do LaB kicked off its return to Coachella Weekend Two on Friday, April 19 with a couple standout surprise performances and a full lineup of electronic and crossover talent. Check out highlights from the first day of Weekend Two at the Do LaB stage below.

  • Prolific French DJ and hitmaker DJ Snake performed a special hip-hop set as the headlining surprise guest of the night.
  • Versatile trap and hip-hop influenced fan favorite TroyBoi performed as the other Do LaB surprise set of the night.
  • Additional previously announced day one programming featured acts like Juelz, HoneyLiv, CocoRosie, Alleycvt, Yung Singh, and more.

Stay tuned for notifications on announcements, surprise sets, and more by visiting the link here. Set times for the remainder of the weekend can be found here, along with more general info on Do LaB in the press release here. Additional photo selects from each day can be found here (photographer name listed in file name for photo credits).

The Do LaB stage at Coachella provides a preview of the brand’s flagship boutique festival, Lightning in a Bottle. The five day Lightning in a Bottle experience fuses a top tier musical lineup, immersive art installations, cause-driven educational programming, and a variety of yoga and movement programming within a sprawling lakeside venue in beautiful Buena Vista Lake, California.

Taking place over Memorial Day Weekend on May 22-27, LIB 2024’s musical programming highlights include Skrillex, Labrinth, Lane 8, James Blake, M.I.A., Skream, Tycho, ISOxo, Tipper, Fatboy Slim, CloZee, Nora En Pure, Bob Moses, Honey Dijon, Damian Lazarus, and several more.

More info on LIB can be found on their website here and in the official press release here, along with the media application here.

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DaBaby says he went from getting $300K for a feature to $150K after recent controversy

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American rapper, DaBaby has revealed that he now gets half of what he used to get paid for a feature verse after a recent controversy.

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Napoléon by Abel Gance (1st period) opening Cannes Classics at the 77th Festival de Cannes

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Napoléon by Abel Gance (1st period) opening Cannes Classics at the 77th Festival de Cannes

A legend known to cinephiles the world over, a major work of the silent era, one of the most monumental restorations in the history of filmmaking will be unveiled on May 14 as a world premiere: Napoléon by Abel Gance (1st period), in a version resulting from a colossal, passionate effort by the Cinémathèque française, with the support of the CNC.

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