Rita Ora & Taika Waititi To Host "MTV EMAs" 2022

MTV today confirmed award-winning global superstar Rita Ora and Academy Award®-winning and GRAMMY Award-winning writer, director, and actor Taika Waititi will host the “MTV EMAs” 2022, taking place in Düsseldorf, Germany on Sunday, November 13th.

“We’re excited to host this year’s MTV EMAs and celebrate the best musicians and performances from around the world,” said Rita Ora and Taika Waititi. “We look forward to sharing the evening with all of these talented artists.” 

Added Ora, “I’m thrilled to be back hosting, and sharing the stage with Taika makes it all the more special. We’ve got it all at this year’s EMAs, fun surprises, fantastic fashion, comedy, and above all amazing music! We can’t wait for audiences to share these moments with us.”

“Rita Ora is a long-time MTV/EMA favorite and together with the multi-talented Taika Waititi, we’re absolutely certain this powerhouse duo will set the stage for one electrifying night of global music celebration,” said Bruce Gillmer, President of Music, Music Talent, Programming and Events at Paramount, and Chief Content Officer of Music for Paramount+. 

WATERWALK RECORDS closes out the year with compelling worship releases from of Mercury’s Nathan Huang and newcomer Cherise Katriel

WATERWALK RECORDS, a label under Sony Music, focused on bringing fresh Christian music to a new, streaming generation, announces its latest batch of releases committed in delivering the breadth and richness of God’s teachings. 

Amplifying their spiritual journey through songs that resonate on a personal level, the label’s roster of faith-based music acts continues to inspire listeners to seek enlightenment in the face of adversity, and to believe in the higher being’s immeasurable grace and healing power.

Newly signed artist Cherise Katriel marks her official debut with the release of “Walang Katulad,” a stripped-down pop ballad that sings praise about God’s infinite and unconditional love. Produced by Jungee Marcelo, Katriel’s worship track aims to “shift your heart into gratefulness for God’s love.” 

It's Beginning To Look Like 'A Very Backstreet Christmas' As BackstreetBoys' First Ever Christmas Album Is Out Now!

The Backstreet Boys have released their highly anticipated and very first Christmas album ‘A Very Backstreet Christmas’ via BMG. The album was executive produced by legendary producer Tommy Brown (Ariana Grande, Blackpink, Justin Bieber).  Listen here!

‘A Very Backstreet Christmas’ features numerous timeless holiday classics including “White Christmas”, “Silent Night”, “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas” and “Last Christmas,” which the boys released last month giving fans an early taste of what Christmas with the Backstreet Boys will look like this year. And on November 1st, they will release the official video for “Last Christmas.” The album also features three all new original holiday songs “Christmas In New York,” “Together,” and “Happy Days.” See below for the full tracklisting. Exclusive formats include a 15-track CD at Target which includes two bonus tracks “Feliz Navidad” and “It’s Christmas Time Again” and limited edition red-vinyl on the group’s official store.

Launch new track ‘I Ain’t Quite Where I Think I Am’

 

Photo credit: Zackery Michael

 

Arctic Monkeys have launched ‘I Ain’t Quite Where I Think I Am’, a new track from their forthcoming album ‘The Car’, released this coming Friday, the 21^st of October. 

The video for ‘I Ain’t Quite Where I Think I Am’ was directed by Ben Chappell & Zackery Michael and filmed at the band’s recent King’s Theatre show in Brooklyn. 

 

Watch the video for ‘I Ain’t Quite Where I Think I Am’ HERE

Stream ‘I Ain’t Quite Where I Think I Am’ HERE

‘The Car’ is available to order now via the AM Store.   

 

Watch the video for ‘Mirrorball’ HERE

Watch the video for ‘Body Paint’ HERE

 

Still from the ‘I Ain’t Quite Where I Think I Am’ video 

 

The band’s forthcoming sold out UK and Irish live dates are as follows: 

 

May 

29        Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol 

31        Building Society Arena, Coventry 

 

June 

2          Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester 

3          Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester

5          Riverside Stadium, Middlesbrough 

7          Carrow Road Stadium, Norwich 

9          Hillsborough Park, Sheffield 

10        Hillsborough Park, Sheffield 

12        Swansea.com Stadium, Swansea 

14        The Ageas Bowl, Southampton 

16        Emirates Stadium, London 

17        Emirates Stadium, London 

18      Emirates Stadium, London

20        Malahide Castle, Dublin 

25        Bellahouston Park, Glasgow 

 

The Hives and The Mysterines are special guests for these shows. A full list of all forthcoming dates, including recently announced touring in the US and Europe, can be found HERE. 

 

 

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New Zealand-based singer-songwriter Mitch James finds unexpected success with vibrant pop single “motions”

Fresh off performing at the New Frontier Theatre in the Philippines, the chart-topping international artist is set to release his sophomore album, patience next month

New Zealand-based singer-songwriter Mitch James is currently making waves in the Philippines with the unexpected success of his catchy, breezy pop track “motions.” The sleeper hit, which showcases the inevitability of “losing yourself on the way of finding yourself,” sits comfortably at the third spot of RX 93.1’s Monster Top 5 charts and has been gaining consistent airplay on various top 40/mainstream radio stations all over the country.

TERA, PH's Latest Pop Artist: Ready To Be Someone Different

Merlion Events Production Inc. and Tyronne Escalante Artist Management has teamed up once again to produce another entertainment powerhouse artist in the name of ‘Tera.’

Tera, which means Earth in Latin, is ready to break new ground in the country’s entertainment industry with her latest single, “Higher Dosage.” The self-composed alternative pop single deals with darker themes such as alcohol and illegal substances, and moreover, how people deal with their problems.

Stormzy, Gayle, OneRepublic, Kalush Orchestra, Spinall, Äyanna & Nasty C To Perform At MTV EMAS 2022

MTV today announced Stormzy, GAYLE, OneRepublic, Kalush Orchestra, SPINALL, Äyanna and Nasty C have been added to the performance lineup for the “MTV EMAs” 2022.  They will join previously announced performers Ava Max, Bebe Rexha, David Guetta, Gorillaz, Lewis Capaldi and Muse. The “MTV EMAs” 2022, hosted by Rita Ora and Taika Waititi, will broadcast live from the PSD Bank Dome in Düsseldorf, Germany on Sunday, November 13th. 

GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter Julian Lennon, world-renowned model and activist Leomie Anderson, and British singer-songwriter and TikTok Star Sam Ryder will present awards during the “MTV EMAs.”  Additional presenters to be announced.