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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, […]
Universal Music Group pledges $25 million for a social justice task force
After calls from the Weeknd for major labels and streaming services to donate to organizations involved in social justice and ending racism, Universal Music Group is revealing a $25 million “Change Fund” and a Task Force for Meaningful Change (TFMC). According to Rolling Stone who obtained a letter to colleagues from the company, several executives are addressing six areas of focus […]
10 black-owned fashion brands to support instead of Dolls Kill
Alternative fashion store Dolls Kill is currently being boycotted due to an insensitive post from the founder appearing to support police brutality. This isn’t the first time they’ve had claims of racism against them, though, as the company has had several instances of displaying unapologetic cultural appropriation. They’ve also been accused of being anti-sex worker […]
blackbear was unable to delay his new song but is donating sales to BLM
Numerous artists are delaying their singles and albums amid growing protests around the United States and across the globe over the killing of George Floyd. blackbear notes he was unable to pull his release from streaming services in time, but others have been able to delay their releases for today. Read More: These artists and labels […]
These artists and labels are donating their no-fee Bandcamp sales to BLM
Tomorrow marks another day of Bandcamp‘s initiative to put money in the pockets of artists during the coronavirus pandemic by getting rid of their fees but many artists and labels are deciding to donate all of their profits to Black Lives Matter initiatives. The company even has a full list of participants which you can find here to start considering […]
See how a Paramore fan used ‘Riot!’ to honor police brutality victims
This week, Paramore has shown their support for Black Lives Matter and the George Floyd protests. On June 1, the band announced they are donating $25,000 to various organizations and that they stand in solidarity with the movement. Now, a Paramore fan has taken their 2007 album Riot! and transformed its artwork and tracklisting to […]
Vans gives $200K to civil rights funds in solidarity with Black Lives Matter
As many companies are showing their solidarity to the Black Lives Matter protests through donations, Vans are joining in with a pledge to put their money towards the movement. Yesterday, the footwear company released a statement taking a stance with the black community while putting $200,000 collectively towards social justice organizations. Read More: See Machine Gun Kelly and Travis […]
This petition is trying to stop the George Floyd challenge on TikTok
Amid protests revolving around the death of George Floyd, TikTok was accused of censoring posts from users writing the hashtags #BlackLivesMatter and #GeorgeFloyd. The video-sharing platform blamed the problem on a glitch, but many users don’t believe that’s the true reason. Now, an insensitive “George Floyd TikTok Challenge” is sparking outrage. A new petition has emerged that […]
See Machine Gun Kelly and Travis Barker join protesters in RATM cover
After spending his time this week joining Black Lives Matter protesters on the streets, Machine Gun Kelly linked up with Travis Barker for a cover of Rage Against The Machine‘s “Killing In The Name.” The black and white video released today (June 4) shows footage of the duo recording the track spliced between shots composed from the ongoing protests in honor of George […]
Jordan Peele and more Hollywood figures stand behind John Boyega
As protests over the killing of George Floyd make their way across the globe, Star Wars actor John Boyega was seen joining the Black Lives Matter movement in London. For the actor, he says he doesn’t care if he loses his career for doing so. Now, Get Out and Us director Jordan Peele and many others are standing in solidarity with […]
Gerard Way urges fans to continue learning about Black Lives Matter
As the world continues to protest the death of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and countless other black citizens at the hands of police, Gerard Way has joined other musicians in coming forward in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement. Like bandmate Frank Iero did earlier this week, the My Chemical Romance frontman […]
FEVER 333 demand the music industry do more for Black Lives Matter
FEVER 333 are taking to the streets with protesters amid the Black Lives Matter protests sparked by the police killing of George Floyd. All proceeds from their livestream performance are going towards Black Lives Matter and the Minnesota Freedom Fund. Read More: Lili Reinhart reveals she’s bisexual while urging fans to join BLM protests The band has been […]
N.W.A.’s “Fuck Tha Police” streams surge amid Black Lives Matter protests
N.W.A.’s “Fuck Tha Police” has seen a resurgence amidst the ongoing protests over the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police. As the Black Lives Matter movement continues, N.W.A.’s iconic track has become one of the top protest songs. So much so that “Fuck Tha Police” is seeing a massive jump on […]
Lili Reinhart reveals she’s bisexual while urging fans to join BLM protests
Riverdale actress Lili Reinhart is using her platform to urge people to join the Black Lives Matter protests across the United States while revealing she is bisexual in honor of June’s Pride Month. On her Instagram account, she’s coming out while sharing that she’s joining the protests today and calling on fans and followers to do the same. Read More: […]
Artists react to updated charges for police in George Floyd killing
Today (June 3), Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is updating the charges laid against Derek Chauvin from third-degree murder to second-degree murder as well as charging the other three officers involved in George Floyd‘s death. More than a week after George Floyd was killed, charges have been laid against all four officers involved as protests […]
‘Riverdale’ star Vanessa Morgan criticizes the show’s black storylines
Protests worldwide have continued to take place in support of Black Lives Matter and the demand for change following the tragic death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police. Now, Riverdale star Vanessa Morgan is using her platform to spread awareness about the institutional racism found in Hollywood. In a note shared on […]
Spotify’s George Floyd tribute only needed one track to stand in solidarity
Like many individuals and companies within the music industry, Spotify took part in Blackout Tuesday this week. The day was created to promote reflection and support for the Black Lives Matter movement. For Spotify, the company decided to use its platform as a way to show its support for the movement. Along with blacking out playlists […]
Dolls Kill addresses Black Lives Matter support after owner’s protest post
Earlier this week, people began calling for a boycott of fashion brand Dolls Kill following the owner’s comment on the Black Lives Matter protests. Shoddy Lynn shared an image of her storefront in Los Angeles surrounded by police with a caption allegedly in support of the officers. Now after the continued backlash, the brand is […]
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