People are boycotting Lush after the UK CEO gifted police care packages
People are wanting to boycott Lush over actions made by its U.K. CEO Mark Constantine. Constantine recently took to social media to showcase that he was giving presents to police. This move has drawn a ton of criticism due to its insensitive nature regarding ongoing, worldwide protests for Black Lives Matter and against police brutality. ...
The Ghost Inside bassist addresses backlash over use of racial slur
On June 4, Bracewar drummer Rashod Jackson took to Twitter to call out the Ghost Inside‘s bass player Jim Riley. Jackson shared a tweet from the Ghost Inside about a new shirt with profits going to the NAACP. The Bracewar drummer alleged that TGI’s “bitch ass bass player” used a racial slur about a tour...
This is how Liquid Death is helping bands struggling amid the pandemic
Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, many tours and concerts have been canceled worldwide. Since the live music industry is at a temporary standstill, musicians are losing income due to the inability to tour. Now, the canned water company Liquid Death is looking for your help to support struggling musicians during this time. The company...
Protesters are blaring Judas Priest’s “Breaking The Law” over police radios
Protesters in New York City have reportedly been hijacking police radios and blaring Judas Priest‘s “Breaking The Law.” NYC has been a hub for both peaceful Black Lives Matter protests and riots over the killing of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police. According to US Protests: News & Updates Twitter account, protesters have...
This is how you can honor Breonna Taylor’s birthday and help her family
Breonna Taylor would have been 27 years old today (June 5). Taylor was an EMT in Louisville, KY and worked at two different hospitals during the coronavirus pandemic. “Breonna Taylor was full of life and loved social gathering with her friends and especially her family,” her obituary reads. “She loved life and all it had...
Republic Records will stop using the term “urban” to describe genres
Republic Records is currently one of the most powerful labels in North America. This week, Universal Music Group, which owns Republic, announced its pledge to donate $25 million to social justice organizations in support of Black Lives Matter. Now, Republic is taking a progressive step towards eliminating terms that show marginalization in music. The label...
Here’s why Billie Eilish created a film on the effects of body shaming
Back in March, Billie Eilish kicked off her WHERE DO WE GO? tour in Miami before coronavirus caused the remaining dates to be postponed. Included in her powerful live set was a short film where Eilish tackles anti-body shaming. Due to the tour postponement, the singer released the full film back in May for everyone...
Sony Music pledges $100M to social justice and anti-racism initiatives
Sony Music is pledging a $100 million fund towards social justice and anti-racism organizations with immediate donations for organizations fighting for equal rights happening. CEO and Chairman of Sony Music Group Rob Stringer says in their announcement that they’re taking “action accordingly with our community fully involved” in how funds are being distributed. Read More: ‘Riverdale’...
Kanye West creates a college fund for George Floyd’s daughter
This week, Kanye West was seen getting involved with the ongoing protests surrounding the tragic killing of George Floyd. West joined thousands of Black Lives Matter protesters in his hometown of Chicago on June 4. As well, West is donating $2 million to the families of Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor. According to various reports,...