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2023 Grammy Awards - Black History Made

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 05: (L-R) Beyoncé and Shania Twain attend the 65th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 05, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

By Naomi Richard (written for The Austin Villager Newspaper)

History was made and celebrated during the 2023 Grammy Awards held live from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, with host Trevor Noah on February 5, 2023 and aired on CBS.

Beyoncé now holds the record for most Grammy Awards received by one artist. In this year’s Grammy Awards, Beyoncé broke the record for most lifetime Grammy wins now with 32. This year with her wins for dance/electronic music recording, traditional R&B performance, best R&B song and dance/electronic music album, Beyonce surpassed the late classical conductor Georg Solti, who won 31 Grammys.

Viola Davis now joins the elite group of EGOT winners with her victory at the Grammy awards. Known as US entertainment’s grand slam, the acronym EGOT signifies a recipient of an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar and a Tony award. Davis won her first Grammy this year for her audiobook recording of her memoir, Finding Me.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 05: Viola Davis accepts the Audio Book, Narration and Storytelling Recording award for Finding Me during the 65th GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony at Microsoft Theater on February 05, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

The 65th Annual GRAMMY Awards® also included a historic segment celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop while showcasing the genre's rich history and continued global influence.

Included in the Hip Hop tribute were dynamic performances by Big Boi, Busta Rhymes with Spliff Star, De La Soul, DJ Drama, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Missy Elliott, Future, GloRilla, Grandmaster Flash, Grandmaster Mele Mel & Scorpio/Ethiopian King, Ice-T, Lil Baby, Lil Wayne, The Lox, Method Man, Nelly, Public Enemy, Queen Latifah, Rahiem, Rakim, RUN-DMC, Salt-N-Pepa, Spinderella, Scarface, Swizz Beatz, and Too $hort. LL COOL J introduced the segment, performed and give a dedication to hip hop. Questlove served as producer and musical director.

"For five decades, Hip Hop has not only been a defining force in music, but a major influence on our culture," said Harvey Mason jr., CEO of the Recording Academy. "Its contributions to art, fashion, sport, politics, and society cannot be overstated. I'm so proud that we are honoring it in such a spectacular way on the GRAMMY stage. It is just the beginning of our year-long celebration of this essential genre of music." The all-star performance was part of Paramount Global's companywide initiative to honor the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop.

Other Grammy® performers included Bad Bunny, Mary J. Blige, Brandi Carlile, Luke Combs, Steve Lacy, Lizzo, Kim Petras, Sam Smith, and Harry Styles.

A diverse roster of presenters included First Lady Jill Biden, GRAMMY® winner Cardi B, actor, producer, writer, and host James Corden, Billy Crystal, Viola Davis, actor Dwayne Johnson, three-time GRAMMY winner Olivia Rodrigo, and five-time GRAMMY winner Shania Twain.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 05: (L-R) Black Thought, Kirk Franklin, and Posdnuos attend the 65th GRAMMY Awards on February 05, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

Our Texas own Gospel superstar Kirk Franklin along with Maverick City Music won Gospel Performance/Song for “Kingdom,” Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song for “Fear Is Not My Future, Best Gospel Album “Kingdom Book One Deluxe,” and Best Contemporary Christian Music Album for “Breathe.”

GRAMMY® Award-winning artists Dr. Dre, Missy Elliott and Lil Wayne, and music executive Sylvia Rhone were honored during the Recording Academy® Honors Presented By The Black Music Collective event taking place during GRAMMY® Week. All four honorees will be receiving the Recording Academy Global Impact Award for their personal and professional achievements in the music industry.

Lizzo won the Grammy’s Record of the Year for her single “About Damn Time,” beating out ABBA, Adele, Beyoncé, Brandi Carlile, Doja Cat, Harry Styles, Kendrick Lamar, Mary J. Blige, and Steve Lacy! In her acceptance speech, Lizzo recognized artists who inspired her including Prince and Beyoncé.

The evening closed with a performance by DJ Khaled performing “God Did” with musical collaborators Fridayy, Jay-Z, John Legend, Lil Wayne, and Rick Ross. For a complete list of 2023 Grammy Award Winners visit www.grammy.com.

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hstourarchive · 11 months

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Harry on stage at CBS Arena, Coventry - May 23

#Harry Styles #love on tour

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mr-styles · 1 year

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A look inside Crypto[dot]com Arena during setup for Sunday's Grammy Awards (press pic by Francis Specker/CBS)

#harry styles #Grammys 2023

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thestylesindependent · 11 months

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When it comes to audience engagement for Harry Styles… again, no notes. He had a dedicated segment of the show where he took a moment to appreciate the signs people were holding up, which led to some conversations about birthdays, upcoming weddings and even naming babies after him (the expectant mother was due to give birth on the day of the show, to which Harry questioned whether being at the show was a “good idea” before offering to bring her water, a chair or a blanket).

He also played his latest single ‘Satellite’, as well as ‘Late Night Talking’ and ‘Fine Line’. A poignant moment came during ‘Sign of the Times’ when fans had arranged pink and red lights to be shone during the song as a tribute to the victims of the Manchester Arena bombing in 2017. Harry commented on the “beautiful” display.

A brilliant show and one not to be missed if you enjoy pop music as Harry Styles’ show is a masterclass in how it’s done.

#harry styles #lot: coventry #may 2023

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CBS is embracing the Piano Man.

Ahead the Super Bowl, the network announced it would stream Billy Joel’s 100th concert at Madison Square Garden on Sunday, April 14 at 9 pm ET/PT. The two hour special, titled The 100th: Billy Joel at Madison Square Garden — The Greatest Run Of All Time, marks the first time a Billy Joel concert will air on a broadcast network. It will be filmed at his March 28 show, and will also be available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+.

The news comes as Joel is set to end his MSG residency this July with his 150th career performance at the New York arena. His first came in late 1978, when Joel, who was touring on behalf of his 52nd Street album, headlined the venue for his first time. In early 2014, he began a monthly residency as MSG’s first “music franchise,” and has sold out every show since. He’s shrewdly changed up his set list from performance to performance, and recruited special guests like Tony Bennett, Bruce Springsteen and Olivia Rodrigo.

The final show of his residency is set for July. It will be his 104th show in the series, and his 150th performance there. “I’m kind of flabbergasted that it lasted as long as it did,” Joel said at a news conference last year. “My team tells me that we could continue to sell tickets, but 10 years, 150 shows — all right already!” All told, the record-setting residency is expected to gross more than $250 million, according to Pollstar. Joel has no plans to retire, however; in fact, he’s scheduled to criss-cross the country later this year, headlining baseball stadiums with opening acts like Stevie Nicks, Sting and Rod Stewart.

The televised concert announcement arrives a week after Joel premiered his new single, Turn the Lights Back On, live at the Grammy awards, also on CBS. The romantic ballad, produced by Freddy Wexler, was the 74-year-old singer’s first original song in 17 years. Sample line: “I’m late / But I’m here right now / And I’m trying to find the magic.” Despite prolific stage work, the last time Joel shared new music was way back in 2007, when he released the love song All My Life and protest tune, Christmas in Fallujah.

The CBS/Paramount concert special is a co-production of Sony Music Entertainment and Enliven Entertainment. Steve Cohen, Barry Ehrmann and Paul Dugdale will serve as executive producers, with Dugdale also set to direct. Sony Music Vision is the distributor. It follows other popular televised concert events, including those featuring Elton John, Adele and Taylor Swift.

#dugdale #billy joel

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bighermie · 8 months

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NEVER FORGET: CBS Breaks the News on Election Night that a Water Pipe Burst in State Farm Arena and Voting Will Be Delayed - WE ALL KNOW WHAT HAPPENED NEXT! (VIDEO) | The Gateway Pundit | by Jim Hoft

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Harnessing Innovation: New Frontiers in Credit Repair Payment Processing

Article by Jonathan Bomser | CEO | Accept-Credit-Cards-Now.com

In the ever-evolving digital landscape, the demand for streamlined and secure payment processing solutions has never been more critical. Businesses, especially those in credit repair, are constantly exploring innovative ways to refine their payment processes, elevate customer interactions, and maintain compliance in the ever-shifting financial terrain. Enter Credit Repair Payment Processing—a nucleus of transformation poised to reshape the industry. Let's embark on an exploration of the exhilarating domain of credit repair payment processing and witness how it charts the course for the future of financial services.

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Seamless Credit Card Acceptance

The capacity to seamlessly accept credit cards stands as a fundamental prerequisite for businesses, including credit repair companies. Traditionally involving intricate setups and convoluted procedures, cutting-edge technologies have ushered in a new era. The services of credit and debit card payment processors are now more straightforward, swift, and convenient. With an adept credit card payment processing system, credit repair enterprises can effortlessly assimilate card payments into their operations, allowing them to concentrate on their core mission—assisting individuals in repairing their credit.

Innovative Strides in High-Risk Merchant Processing

Credit repair often finds itself in the high-risk classification due to inherent uncertainties tied to the process. High-risk merchant processing becomes the linchpin in this scenario. Armed with the right payment processing solution, credit repair companies can confidently navigate the challenges posed by high-risk environments. Modern high-risk payment gateways are tailored to furnish enhanced security, fraud protection, and compliance features, ensuring that credit repair businesses can operate with peace of mind.

E-commerce Payment Processing Opportunities

In the contemporary digital landscape, an online presence is non-negotiable for business expansion. Credit repair companies, recognizing this imperative, require reliable e-commerce credit card processing solutions to thrive. These solutions seamlessly integrate with e-commerce platforms, empowering credit repair businesses to broaden their horizons and tap into the expansive online market. The right e-commerce payment processing solution allows credit repair companies to offer a flawless online payment experience, bolstering customer satisfaction and loyalty.

The Gateway to Success: Credit Repair Payment Gateway

A credit repair payment gateway serves as the virtual cashier, facilitating secure and efficient transactions between credit repair businesses and their clients. Today's payment gateways boast advanced features such as real-time transaction monitoring, fraud detection, and multi-currency support. By incorporating a dependable credit repair payment gateway, businesses can create a seamless and trustworthy payment experience for their customers.

Navigating Challenges: CBD Merchant Account and Payment Processing

With the CBD industry's surge in popularity, many credit repair businesses are diversifying to include CBD-related services. However, securing a CBD merchant account and establishing CBD payment processing can be intimidating. Innovative solutions have emerged to simplify this process. Partnering with a specialized payment processor enables credit repair companies to seamlessly accept payments for CBD products while staying compliant with evolving regulations.

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Merchant Processing for a Brighter Tomorrow

In the fiercely competitive arena of credit repair, staying ahead is pivotal. Modern merchant processing solutions are designed to be versatile and adaptable, catering to the unique needs of credit repair businesses. Whether it involves accepting credit cards for credit repair or CBD products, a robust merchant processing system can be tailored to specific requirements, empowering businesses to remain competitive in a dynamic market.

As we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of credit repair, one thing is evident—Credit Repair Payment Processing takes center stage in innovation. By embracing avant-garde solutions like high-risk merchant processing, e-commerce payment processing, and CBD payment processing, credit repair businesses can unlock new avenues for growth and success. The era of seamless, secure, and efficient payment processing has dawned, calling on credit repair businesses to harness the power of innovation and elevate their services to unprecedented heights.

The journey toward harnessing innovation in credit repair payment processing holds immense promise. Businesses investing in the right payment processing solutions—a robust credit repair payment gateway, high-risk merchant account, and versatile e-commerce credit card processing—are poised to thrive in this ever-changing landscape. It's not merely about accepting credit cards; it's about embracing the future of financial services and delivering unparalleled experiences for clients. So, are you ready to propel your credit repair business into new frontiers with innovative payment processing? The choice is yours, and the future is radiant.

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cuberol · 7 months

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Esto me lleva a pensar que menos rolear, cualquier cosa con tal de seguir diciendo que forman parte de este hobby // Hace ya bastantes años que empezó, y si te quejabas la respuesta era "¡Es que rolear no lo es todo!". Eso de socializar, usted ya me entiende. Los chats de ForoActivo dieron un empujoncito y Discord, ya ni te cuento. Que no digo que bien utilizados sean buenas herramientas, pero cuando la gente se pasa las horas charlando y el foro muerto de asco sin un triste post de rol... mal.

Que levante la mano quién no haya disfrutado de una buena conversación o de hacer el tonto en aquella nostálgica chatbox de Foroactivo. Sí, yo el primero. Pero por desgracia, como bien comentas anon, eso también se ha quedado perdido en las arenas del tiempo. (que no se note que soy fan del Príncipe de Persia; sí desde el 89 y en MS-DOS)

La sana conversación entre pipiolos del rol emocionados con las posibilidades de rolear juntos ha desfasado tanto que, sinceramente, yo no entro de nuevo ni a una CB o ni a un server de Discord aunque me paguen. Y esto, debo decir, empezó con la creación de programas como el Skype, luego los grupos de Whatsapp y, finalmente todas las redes sociales que, bien sabemos, rara vez se usan de manera constructiva.

No me he negado nunca a dar mi contacto cuando he pasado un tiempo roleando con una persona con la que, aparentemente, parece que tengo en común bastantes más cosas más que el rol. Ni siquiera yo me pego el día entero roleando o hablando de rol. Pero sí, es justo como dices, he acabado cansado de ver cómo los chats se llenan de chorradas que ni son divertidas ni aportan nada más que ese juego social que, un friki viejo como yo, prefiere reservarse para los que sí son colegas de verdad. Ya sabes, ahora todo el mundo es tu amigo si te saluda y tu enemigo si no lo hace así que... ¿de verdad es necesario complicarse así?

Dejemos las cosas complejas para las tramas de nuestros personajes y para el día a día: quedémonos con nuestros post de rol y esos mps intercambiados con ese nuevo compañero que acabas de conocer y que, con suerte, en el futuro será con quien quieras compartir esa jarra de hidromiel.

Para postureo y salseo, por desgracia, ya están los programas del corazón. Y francamente, la vida de las personas fuera de mi grupo no podría importarme menos.

Lo que sí me importa es que me posteen y que las tramas avancen sin necesidad de saber si la persona con la que roleo está más o menos gorda que yo o si se ha visto el último capítulo de Jujustsu Kaisen. Las cosas en orden, por favor ;P

#rol #rolers #rol online

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Meet The First-Time GRAMMY Nominee: Måneskin On Redefining Success, Staying Inspired & Honoring Italy

The Italian quartet first exploded onto the scene with a viral cover of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, but Måneskin have continued to exalt and evolve vintage rock thrills on their own terms — all on the way to their first GRAMMY nomination. (posted on 19.01.2023)

A dizzy smile spreads across Måneskin vocalist Damiano David’s face as he attempts to capture the group’s fervent energy in words.

"Going into a room where there's silence and going out with a song. Stepping on stage and then the crowd screams for you. Doing interviews where you can talk about how you think about music," he says. "It's such an open art language, such an open world."

While Måneskin’s inimitable swagger have led to a recent international meteoric rise, the Italian quartet have tapped the glitter and grime of rock’s glory days since forming as teens in 2016. Just a year later, the group made a massive leap, winning the Italian edition of reality competition show "X Factor." But it was Måneskin’s hard rock take on Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons’ "Beggin'" was inescapable following their 2021 Eurovision win — a smash success that led many eager new fans to dig into Måneskin’s catalog of chart-topping albums in their native Italy.

That prowess, ability to connect with the full spectrum of listeners, and a raucous live show netted Måneskin a GRAMMY nomination for Best New Artist at the 2023 GRAMMYs, which take place Sunday, Feb. 5, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and will broadcast live on the CBS Television Network and stream live and on-demand on Paramount+ at 8-11:30 p.m. ET / 5-8:30 p.m. PT. They are also a living rebuke to those questioning rock’s staying power, whose grandiose energy and adventurous fashion begs for a yet wider audience.

"This combination is really magical. It gives us the opportunity to play something that doesn't exist so much in the charts," says guitarist Thomas Raggi. "We are rock, of course, in attitude, in the music, but we can reach really different people from different places and different ages."

Global success hasn't changed Måneskin much, as their new record, Rush!, teases. Due Jan. 20, the album only reinforces their bombast via singles like grimy party-starter "Mammamia" and the slinky and suave "Supermodel" — not to mention a guest appearance from Rage Against the Machine’s Tom Morello on the recently released "Gossip."

GRAMMY.com caught up with Måneskin — David, Raggi, bassist Victoria De Angelis, and drummer Ethan Torchio — to talk about the shock of their GRAMMY nomination, how they’ve evolved into their upcoming new album, and trying to find good espresso everywhere on tour.

This conversation has been edited for clarity.

I want to wish you congratulations on your first GRAMMY nomination. After winning "X Factor" and earning various accolades, has this sort of honor started to feel natural?

Victoria De Angelis: Not really natural, but very cool. It's the craziest thing you can possibly think of.

Damiano David: Of course, when we started, we only thought the biggest thing that could happen was being big in Italy. And then everything happened, so of course our dreams got bigger and of course we thought about it as a possibility in the remote future. Not, like, now. [Laughs.]

That's such a beautiful sentiment. The bigger doors start opening to places that you never could imagine. I can imagine that puts a whole new spin on what it is to be a band, what it is to be a musician.

De Angelis: It really does. Especially touring and everything, even six months makes so much difference. We look back at the things we did six months before and we say, "Okay, now we can add this, we can change this." It's constantly developing. So that's really inspiring and keeps us in a creative process all the time.

David: We've had so many crazy things happen these last two years. We played for the Stones. We played with Iggy Pop. We met like 50 percent of our childhood idols. At the end, wrapping it all up with the GRAMMY nomination, it's a pretty huge deal. The whole journey has been remarkable and we're gonna think about it for a long time.

It seems that you’ve remained remarkably close-knit as a band, which must be so important in the midst of that. How have you remained creatively inspired by one another and that you are constantly pushing yourselves as musicians through all the fame and success?

Ethan Torchio: Fame and success, it's just a coincidence. We don't really focus on that. It's part of our life, part of our journey. But it's an important point: We've always been friends with each other, and we've shared half of our lives together.

David: It's very important to us to be close because, otherwise, this project wouldn't be what it is now. We are four [individuals], and we are very human and curious about ideas. It's not just about what we are or we feel inside, it's also what we live outside. I truly think that [embracing] the new and something that has not been created before is part of our mindset.

De Angelis: As you said, being four, we actually inspire one another even more. We are very different personalities and also have very different taste. And being four, the amount of music we can discover, it happens every day. And also we love to go see shows, so maybe some of us go to one show and then we are like, "Hey, I got this idea from this show." Being four, it keeps us in this creative environment where everyday there is something new.

Touring constantly and being away from home can make you question your identity. How do you keep tied to your roots?

David: It's still pretty easy for us because even if we travel so much, we still live in Italy. When you move from your country and you live in another country for five, 10 years, then you start changing the way you live. But now we kind of bring this huge Italian suitcase with us. We're still asking for espresso everywhere. [Laughs.] With very bad results. How we interact between us and with people, our clothes, our style in general, it's always Italian in a certain way.

It's a difficult needle to thread, needing to mold to a comfortable stance wherever you are while also standing out. Being nominated for a GRAMMY must be an extraordinary test of that balance, so it's amazing to hear that you're still like keeping so true to yourselves.

De Angelis: I think that's always been kind of easy for us in some way, because we've always had such a strong and clear idea about our identity and what we like to do. Just look at this: [points to her shirt, which reads Italians Do It Better]. We've been lucky to never experience this kind of issue. On the other hand, what we experienced is that we had a very clear idea and then maybe it was hard to keep it safe and not let other people get into it or change it. But when it comes to what we stand for, we're always very sure about that.

Talk to me a little bit about that process, then. You all seem to find clever ways to reimagine classic genres and scenes while still honoring their essence.

David: We've been very, very lucky because our only rule has always been being true to what we like — even if we are very, very different one from each other. Vic [De Angelis] and Thomas Raggi especially have a very rock and roll classic background. I'm more into mainstream and low-tempo music. And Ethan [Torchio] actually listens to everything, from very mainstream music, classical music, to crazy experimental [music].

We've always tried to keep the balance between the four of us, and especially in the next album. We really wanted to embrace the difference between the four of us. It has created a personality for the group that also made the four of us very recognizable. People can feel represented from [each of the] four of us and from the group. Every achievement that we get, for us it's not, "Okay, we want this so we have to keep doing the same thing." It's more like, "Okay, we want this because this is our mindset. We have to keep this mindset, not because it makes you win awards but because it makes you recognizable and it gives you an identity and it puts you in a specific place in the market and in the industry.

I'm curious whether your writing and recording processes changed much on your new album, Rush! With first albums, sometimes a band will throw everything at the wall to see if it sticks. On the second one, they might shift things based on audience reaction, and then the third record can either attempt to capture a true self again or push to try even more new things.

De Angelis: It was 50-50, because some of the songs we actually wrote a while ago. There's a song we wrote three years ago, for example, on the record. The whole record was written in different moments. Some of the songs we wrote in the countryside in Italy; we went to this home studio and just jammed all together. And then others we wrote here in L.A., but then we also kept doing them in Japan and in Brazil while we were on tour.

So it's been really crazy. We can hear the moment we wrote the song and the emotion we had in the moment. And it portrays this whole journey we've been through. I think it's cool that we didn't only write it in one month, but it was through the years. It shows the different faces of our personalities and development.

I wanted to ask about the song "Kool Kids", which you recently debuted live. The lyrics have this self-aware edge, where you poke at the idea of whether rock is dead — I'm sure because you’ve been bombarded by that question nonstop.

David: We talk about rock and roll because it's a part of what we do, but I think that you can apply this kind of thought to every music genre. There's no music genre that is actually ever gonna die because trends are constantly changing. The music is developing and sometimes things become other things or change slightly because of the age where they're living. But I think that what we do [is] a new way to do rock and roll, but it's not the way to do it. There's many different ways to do it. You can be super classic, you can do rock and roll music even without analog instruments and go full electro while creating rock and roll structures.

Raggi: Nothing really ends. Nothing really starts. Everything changes.

De Angelis: It's always in development. The motion that rock music created and that pushes us to do it is just that sense of rebellion towards the norms, or when people try to put you in boxes or limit you. This kind of human feeling will always exist. And that's the reason why all these musicians through the past years have been making this kind of music — to oppose something and to talk about it.

Why was music the path you chose to express that perspective?

De Angelis: I think we all started as kids so we didn't even think it did that much. It was just something in us that we had to get out in some way, to express. It just came natural for us to do it as music. When we started playing together we were like 14 years old. We were struggling, all of us individually, to find other kids that were as passionate about it and wanted to invest all their time in this.

It was crazy that we were 13 years old and wanting to be, like, six hours in a rehearsal room every day instead of going out with friends or whatever. But for us it was such a fulfilling experience when we got in the rehearsal room that we just went full in and didn't care about anything else. It just took over us. It was just something so pure that we felt in that moment. The passion came out because we felt we were being ourselves and expressing what we had inside that couldn't come out in other ways. Since then, it has developed in so many ways that it's just who we are nowadays. We couldn't even imagine who we would be without the music.

Raggi: I remember also when I saw my first guitar outside of that guitar shop. No one in my family plays instruments or stuff like that. It was something that just called to me.

Another thing you are all known for is your sense of style. You always go big! Do you have plans for the GRAMMYs red carpet yet?

De Angelis: We're gonna surprise you. [Laughs.] We won't be boring. Promise.

Writer: Lior Phillips

Photo: Tommaso Ottomano

#måneskin #maneskin #my posts 💫#grammys 2023 #article #interview #s

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THE KILLERS perform Shot at the Night ∞ CBS Arena, Coventry, UK ∞ May 28th, 2022

#the killers #brandon flowers #musicedit #musicgifs #dailymusicians #dailymusicedit #flashing gifs #*#live performance #itm tour #fi's gifs #tall

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hstourarchive · 11 months

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Harry on stage at CBS Arena, Coventry - May 23

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TEN toes of pleasure

Gosh, but i let this set way too long. Meant to clean these up over the break, but... well, i just didn't? Honestly, they're a little pain in the butt, but what can you do about it?

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i remember finding this one well more frustrating than it really needed to be, and not really managing to nail the theme that well? Everything just seems so washed out, and the level has a much emptier feel than Joja's usual. i honestly feel pretty hit-and-missy on Joja as a creator. Like, they put the work in, and when they manage to nail it, the look of their levels is fantastic; but it doesn't seem like they have a great idea of how to set up a proper difficulty curve, their checkpoints are... they could be placed better, and i usually wind up at the end of the level just kind of wanting things done wiv? Like a well presented meal that's really too much to stomach.

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This one's a keeper tho'. i'd always been familiar wiv taxok20 through their music, so it was a bit of a surprise that they did gameplay levels, and did them so well. This level just oooooozes wiv charm and good humour, tons of neat details and characters; and i will never not appreciate when creators try to make their levels bilingual. It's not easy to juggle a second language, and that deserves respect. i wish i could use Japanese characters when inputting text in LBP3, but it won't register the keyboard even when i have system language set to Japanese, maybe on account of it being a US copy?

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An earlier effort from taxok20, and it definitely shows. It's not a bad level, and i definitely had fun wiv it; but it's a lot clunkier than their later work, and you don't really get the charming vibe we found in Welcome to the Halloween. Still, we all gotta start somewhere.

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i don't know what, if anything, i was expecting wiv this one, but gosh is it nice to look at. There's an oddly LBP2 feel to the whole affair, and i found myself just enjoying it throughout. Would have been a good pick for LittleBite-sizedPlanet, honestly.

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We'll actually be talking about the follow up to this one next week, and the LBsP breakdown for this should be somewhere in here. Search the LBsP tag and that should turn it up? i hope? i know tumblr search is pretty pants.

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A neat idea, and i really like the way the sandworm moves, but boy howdy was it a pain in the butt to actually engage wiv. i understand the need for a larger arena, just to keep track of where the thing is, but it makes things really hard to track, too. This is another Song 2 level, so i am doing this purely from memory, since i don't feel like digging out the media player to watch the archived file (i realize it's not really digging anything out, it's just that my laptop is VERY slow, and i have zero time this morning. Trying to do too many things at once).

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This one's exactly what it says on the tin. It is unfinished. It has skellingtons. It is a level. Mineplanet is a fantastic kid, and i've known them pretty much forever now. Since they were an actual kid (well, teen, but that's pretty kid from this perspective), and i just hope to hell that life smiles on them. i mean, i hope that for most everyone, but this is a more personal hope, you know?

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The set pieces in this one are so well done! Even if it's a bit limited, i still had a heckin' good time going through it. CB's great in just about everything i've seen them do, but it's nice that they're trying styles outside their previous usual wheelhouse. Nicer still that they're succeeding at them.

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This one's a bit more hit-and-missy. Some of the dioramas do look really cool, but then you've got a few in there that just feel like filler added because trickyomicky had to have one for each biome. Still, i appreciate the ambition, and the difficulty of nailing down that many different ideas well. i'll be interested in seeing if this one gets filled out to cover the full series as promised.

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i'll be honest, all i remember of this one was that it looked nice, and i didn't very much enjoy playing it.

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i'm hecking sorry it took so long to get these up; and i know we've still got 351~365 to go, and it's gonna take a bit of time. So damn much to do, and no time to do it in, that's for sure. Take care, y'all! i love ya lots, but i gotta run!

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