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Day: February 11, 2024

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Beyoncé announces ‘Act II’; shares two new songs following Super Bowl commercial

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Beyoncé has officially announced ‘Act II’ to her highly acclaimed ‘Renaissance’ album. Following her appearance during the Verizon Wireless Super Bowl commercial, Beyoncé released an official trailer which seemingly introduces a possible country era. The album ‘Act ii’ is set to be released on March 29th. Additionally, she releases two songs from the project called “TEXAS HOLD ‘EM” and ‘16 CARRIAGES’. The album ‘Act ii will be released on March 29th. 

In true Beyoncé fashion, she hinted at the release of new music during her Super Bowl Ad with Verizon Wireless.At the end of the Ad, Beyoncé hinted at the possible release of new music. “Okay, They ready.. drop the new music.” Immediately after the airing of the commercial, Beyoncé posts a caption-less trailer via Instagram in which officially announced her upcoming album. The Texas inspired theme served as a direct hint to the sound of the upcoming album. Additionally, the trailer includes a snippet of the now released ‘TEXAS HOLD ‘EM.’ The trailer ends with the official announcement of the upcoming album. You can watch the trailer below.

Beyoncé told us a week ago

Furthermore, Beyoncé seamlessly hinted at the album’s genre a week ago. During her appearance at the 2024 Grammy awards, Beyoncé’s fashion for the night was highlighted. Her outfit of choice was a custom Louis Vuitton jacked with a matching skirt which was designed by Pharrell Williams. The outfit was accompanied by a cowgirl hat. Additionally, Beyoncé showed off her full look on instagram with another pair of matching bottoms. Beyoncé’s look stood out as many wore long gown. This can be viewed as a hint to an almost fully confirmed album genre. You can view the look here 

Furthermore, fans have continued to express their excitement for her upcoming album. The news of the release quickly became a trending topic on X. Noticeably, both “TEXAS HOLD ‘EM” and “16 CARRIAGES” seamlessly solidify the heart of the upcoming ‘Act ii’ project. Are you excited for Beyoncé’s upcoming album? You can stream her two new songs “TEXAS HOLD ‘EM” and “16 CARRIAGES” down below.

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Top 5 moments from Usher’s Super Bowl LVIII halftime performance

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Usher is just getting started amid his Super Bowl Halftime Performance. Earlier today,(Feb 11) he performed his record breaking Super Bowl halftime performance. Significantly, Usher becomes the first artist in Super Bowl history to play a set timed at 15 minutes. This is two more above the normal allotted time to the halftime show act. Here are the top 5 moments from Usher’s performance at Super Bowl LVIII.

Usher Showed Love to HBCU’s

If you are an Alumnus of an Historically Black College University, you may have noticed the white and navy blue hue worn by the featured band. For the band elements, Usher teams up with Jackson State Universities band also known as ‘The Sonic Boom of the South.’ Jackson State University is a Historically Black College located in Jackson, Mississippi. Aside from academics, their band is known for their crisp sound along side their popularly known dance line, ‘Prancing J-Settes.’ Jackson State’s band undeniably complimented Usher’s performance. You can follow ‘The Sonic Boom of the South.’ Here

Representation of the Divine Nine (NPHC)

Usher shows love to the Divine Nine fraternities and sororities of the National Pan-Hellenic Council. During his performance of ‘Love In This Club,’ Usher danced along side two members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated. The two members that were featured alongside Usher during the performance are Havier Daivon (@havierdaivon) and D.J. Hill (@the_dhill). 

He brought out tons of special guests 

Furthermore, he seized the moment by including a host of special musical guests. Alicia Keys joined Usher in a performance of her song ‘If I Ain’t’ Got You’ and well as their 2004 collaboration ‘My Boo’. Seamlessly, he transition into more of his ‘Confessions’ era performing ‘Confessions, Pt. II’ along side Jermaine Dupri. He also featured H.E.R as she played the iconic guitar solo to ‘You Got It Bad.’ During the brief performance of ‘Yeah,’ Lil John and Ludacris joined him. Additionally, Will.i.am reunited with Usher on the Super Bowl Stage with their collaborative song ‘OMG.’

From the A to Las Vegas: Usher leaves another mark in Las Vegas 

Moreover, Usher has undeniably left his mark in Las Vegas. Last year, he ended his year long highly acclaimed residency. Conveniently, Usher made his return to the big stage in Las Vegas. The set’s beginning theme encapsulated Las Vegas with burlesque themed costumes. This can be seen as an official sign off as he is gearing up for his upcoming ‘Past Present Future’ tour. The tour kicks off this coming August in Washington, DC at Capital One Arena.

Usher performed the hits! 

Furthermore, he was sure to include the various sounds of his timeless catalogue. From his iconic ‘Confessions’ era on down to his ‘Raymond vs Raymond’ album, his set list was blended seamlessly. Overall, his performance was truly one for the books. Fans even went to call the event the ‘Usher Bowl’. You can view the full setlist down below.

1. My Way ( snipet)

2.Caught Up 

3. You don’t have to call 

4.Superstar 

5.Love In This Club 

6. If I Ain’t Got You/My Boo (Featuring Alicia Keys)

7. Confessions/ Confessions, pt.II

8. Nice and Slow

9. Burn

10. You got it bad (Featuring H.E.R) 

11. Bad Girl 

12. OMG (Featuring Will.i.am)

13. Turn Down for What( Snipet with Lil Jon)

14.Yeah (Featuring Lil Jon and Ludacris)

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