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Plugin Boutique has launched a limited time promotion on the Kontakt Player-powered instruments from Dream Date Designs.Dream Date Designs builds products and interactive experiences for audio creatives in search of sonic innovation and musical exploration. With an aesthetic for precise imperfection we specialize in solutions on the cutting edge of creative flow to increase the opportunity for artistic inspiration.On sale from $19 USD, the sale includes the following products:Groei: A drag and drop capable 4-voiced drum machine with per voice sequencing, highly unique and creative included sound library and powerful built in effects section.Glasis: A 1950’s glass xylophone enhanced for…

The Blues Brothers are back — this time, in graphic novel form. Dan Aykroyd’s family and the estate of the late Judy Belushi-Pisano have announced The Blues Brothers: The Escape of Joliet Jake, the first official Blues Brothers graphic novel. The project marks the first step in a broader plan to expand the Blues Brothers universe through new TV shows, films, live events and music. The book is being written by Stella Aykroyd, Luke Pisano and James Werner, with illustrations by Brazilian artist Felipe Sobreiro. It is described as a “love letter and a sequel to the original Blues Brothers…

Two decades since it took over the global charts, Shakira and Wyclef Jean have reunited up for a special anniversary performance of “Hips Don’t Lie” on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Appearing on the Tuesday (May 6) episode with guests Nate Bargatze and Lorraine Bracco, the pair closed out the episode with a faithful and nostalgic rendition of the track. With Shakira in a red dress and Jean in a white hat, the pair were joined by a handful of dancers as they and some…

ASAP Rocky has a difficult time trusting after the conclusion of his “traumatic” gun assault trial in February. The Harlem native was acquitted on two counts of first-degree assault stemming from a 2021 confrontation between him and his childhood friend, Terrell ‘A$AP Relli’ Ephron, in Hollywood. While Rocky maintained his innocence, with his defense lawyers claiming that he was carrying a prop gun, Ephron alleged that shots were fired, injuring his hand. Supported by his longtime partner, Rihanna, and other close family members during the four-week trial, the jury ultimately sided with Rocky.But in a new Variety cover story, Rocky…

Applied Acoustics Systems has launched a new collection of 105 presets for the Multiphonics CV-3 software synthesizer.Created by sound designer Cipryan Bot, Patch Alchemy features unique patches that transmute atmospheric textures, shimmering synths, and organic tones into gold for your productions.Patch Alchemy bridges the gap between classic instruments and futuristic ones, harnessing the full power of Multiphonics’ physical modeling capabilities.Tailored for soundscape exploration, each patch offers a refined blend of expressive character and modular precision. Use performance-ready macros to reshape and animate your sounds in real time—and let Patch Alchemy be your spellbook for musical transformation.Available for Multiphonics CV-3 and…

Almost two years on from their last tour of the country, Big Thief will be hitting the road for a newly-announced run of North American dates. Dubbed the Somersault Slide 360 Tour, the 20-date run of shows will launch in Sacramento, CA on Sept. 17 and traverse the U.S. and Mexico over the next two months before wrapping up in Houston, TX on Nov. 7. These dates also include a previously-announced performance at New York’s Forest Hills Stadium in October. The band have, however, made an effort to assuage the fears of fans who may worry about missing them on…

A concert that Kehlani was supposed to headline in Central Park in June has been canceled. New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ office has announced that the SummerStage concert has been canceled because of security concerns directly tied to her previous support for Palestine. “We write to advise you that we have security concerns about this event, given the controversy surrounding Kehlani’s scheduled performance at Cornell University (causing University officials to cancel the appearance), the security precautions needed for an event like this in Central Park, and the security demands throughout the City for other Pride events during this same…

Smokey Robinson and his wife have been hit with an explosive new lawsuit that seeks $50 million in damages over claims that the legendary Motown singer repeatedly raped four housekeepers over nearly two decades. In the suit, filed on Tuesday (May 6) in Los Angeles County Superior Court, four anonymous women say William “Smokey” Robinson Jr. had a habit of forcing housekeepers to have sex with him in the bedroom of his residence, located in the Chatsworth neighborhood of Los Angeles, between 2007 and 2024. “Plaintiffs did not consent to defendant Smokey Robinson’s sexual contact or touching,” wrote John W.…

Playboi Carti claims that he’s banned from the Met Gala.The rapper broke the news on Instagram with a post showing off what appeared to be his Met Gala fit. “MET GALA BANNED ME FELT LIKE WE GOT KICKED OUT OF PROM BUT WE GOOD [GIO] WITH ME IM A HAPPY MAN F*CK EM,” he wrote.Carti’s alleged ban echoes Luka Sabbat’s claim that he’s also barred from the event for smoking. In 2019, Sabbat posted a selfie smoking a cigarette at the venue, violating the event’s no-smoking policy.Donald Trump has also been revealed to be banned from the event — but…

Nathan Jerde, the drummer of Chicago indie-rock outfit The Ponys, has padded away, it has been confirmed. News of Jerde’s passing was confirmed by the band on social media on Monday (May 5). “It’s with the heaviest of hearts that we let you know our friend, our band mate, and our brother left this world today,” The Ponys wrote.  “Nathan was an amazing drummer and possessed savant like art skills. Nathan loved goofing around, and had the sweetest of hearts. We traveled the world together. We ate amazing meals together and we met lifelong friends together. We fought like brothers…