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Cover Of The Beatles 'Hello, Goodbye' Used In Mercari Super Bowl Ad

Source RTT MUSIC NEWS Japanese e-commerce company Mercari has used a cover of The Beatles' "Hello, Goodbye" for their Super Bowl commercial. The ad, titled "Get Your Unused Things Back in the Game," shows a couple opening their wedding presents to find two similar hot-air popcorn makers as gifts. The man calls up the Mercari app and takes a picture of one of the poppers. The commercial ends with the extra popcorn maker being used by three roommates as they watch a game.

Billboard Music Awards to Air in May

Source- RTT Music News Dick Clark Productions and NBC announced Monday that this year's Billboard Music Awards will air live on Sunday, May 23. The BBMAs, produced by dick clark productions, will begin at 8 p.m. ET on NBC. More details on the 2021 BBMAs, such as the host, musical performers, nominees and Covid-19 safety protocols, will be announced later. The 2020 Billboard Music Awards ceremony, which was originally scheduled to be held in May last year, was postponed to

Bob Dylan Sued By Collaborator's Wife After Sale Of Catalog

Source: RTT Music News Bob Dylan has been sued by the wife of collaborator Jacques Levy after the sale of the legend's catalog to Universal Music. In December 2020, Dylan sold the music publishing rights of his entire songwriting catalog to Universal Music Publishing, a deal reportedly valued at more than $300 million. However, according to court documents obtained by the New York Post, Levy's wife Claudia has filed a lawsuit seeking $7.25 million as she alleges that Lev

Remembering Larry King Who Died Today at Age 87

Larry King, the legendary talk show host passed away today at age 87. Larry was one of the best in the business. During his 6 decades on the air, he has interviewed them all. From former Presidents, to celebrities, to world leaders to prisoners. That included 25 years with a nightly show on CNN - Larry King Live that ran from 1985 to 2010. His interviews were detailed and always conducted without bias. He had the ability to get to the hearts of everyone he interviewed. He ne

In Covid Times How Do We Create a Balance Between Safety and Socialization?

While safety is front of mind for us all, keeping socially distant at all times may not be an option for everyone, especially for those who require after-school or in-home childcare. Many families rely on outside help for their unique household. To help strike a balance between safety and socialization, the team at Bankrate.com created the guide Healthy Boundaries for Families During COVID-19. It includes tips for how to maintain hygiene while participating in in-person v

A New Day

Today, I woke up lighter, not physically but mentally lighter. I wasn't anxious to turn on the news to find out what additional horrors were playing out in our country but rather breathe a sigh of relief that we are now in the hands of capable, stable, trustworthy, knowledgeable leaders that will protect us and our democracy. A revolt at the Capitol, attempted takeover of our government resulting in the death of five people really pushed us to the brink of disaster. It is ama

Pre Inauguration Virtual Concert Planned

SOURCE: RTT MUSIC NEWS James Taylor and Carole King are among the lineup of artists who are slated to perform at a pre-inauguration virtual concert for President-elect Joe Biden. Titled "We the People," the event will be hosted by Debra Messing and Keegan Michael Key. It will be held at 8 pm ET on Sunday, January 17, three days ahead of Inauguration Day on the 20th. Other artists featured in the lineup include Pop/Rock band AJR, Fall Out Boy, and will.i.am of the Black Eyed

Justin Timberlake, Jon Bon Jovi & More To Perform At Biden Inauguration

SOURCE: RTT NEWS Justin Timberlake, Jon Bon Jovi, Demi Lovato and Ant Clemons are set to perform during a television special for the night of President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration on January 20. Tom Hanks will host the primetime television event, titled "Celebrating America." A known Biden supporter, Hanks appeared with the Democratic leader during his virtual fundraisers. The Presidential Inaugural Committee announced Wednesday that the event will be broadcast live on

Music of the Past Makes the Present Easier

As we are surrounded by very disturbing news stories all the time these days, sometimes we just take a breath and say, "I need a break." I know that I do. Listening to the music that I grew up immediately lightens my mood. Every song takes me back to a specific time in my life. It's a good feeling to remember the days that weren't so complicated. If I hear a current song, there is something missing. There are no memories. I could feel good, bad or indifferent about a current

Tom Hanks Shows Off 'Horrible Haircut' For Role In Elvis Biopic

Source RTT Music News Tom Hanks has displayed his new haircut to portray the role of Colonel Tom Parker in the new Elvis Presley biopic. Thomas "Colonel Tom" Parker was the late rock star's manager. The Hollywood hero took off his baseball cap during "The Graham Norton Show" after saying, "let me show you the horrible haircut I have to have in order to play Colonel Tom Parker." Hanks said he is acting in the film directed by Baz Luhrmann, which is currently shooting in A

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