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Jay-Z’s Blueprint Night at the Bronx: Eminem and Pharrell Surprise at Yankee Stadium
music8 days ago

Jay-Z’s Blueprint Night at the Bronx: Eminem and Pharrell Surprise at Yankee Stadium

Jay-Z’s second Yankee Stadium show focused on The Blueprint era, with Eminem joining to perform “Renegade” (the first live duet since 2010) and later rapping “Lose Yourself,” as Jay-Z closed the Blueprint segment with “Blueprint (Momma Loves Me).” Bronx-born Slick Rick opened with a take on “La Di Da Di,” and Pharrell Williams popped in for the encore to perform “Excuse Me Miss,” “Allure” and his own “Frontin.” The run wraps with an “Extra Innings” night Sunday before the tour hits London, Paris and Los Angeles.

Beyoncé Drops Surprise Song Morning Dew (Donk) Ahead of B’Day Reissue
music17 days ago

Beyoncé Drops Surprise Song Morning Dew (Donk) Ahead of B’Day Reissue

Beyoncé surprise-released a new track, Morning Dew (Donk), her first new music in two years. Co-written by Beyoncé with Pharrell Williams, The-Dream, and Darius Dixon and produced by Beyoncé and Williams, the song serves as a direct nod to her BeyHive and starts a 60-day countdown to the 20th anniversary reissue of her 2006 album B’Day, set for September 4, 2026. A lyric video uses vintage footage shot by Cliff Watts; additional details about the reissue have not been announced.

Pharrell Williams Unveils Lego Biopic 'Piece by Piece' with Star-Studded Minifigures
entertainment2 years ago

Pharrell Williams Unveils Lego Biopic 'Piece by Piece' with Star-Studded Minifigures

Pharrell Williams and director Morgan Neville have teamed up for "Piece by Piece," a biopic told through Lego animation. The film, which debuts on October 11, chronicles Williams' rise in the music industry and features Lego versions of stars like Gwen Stefani and Jay-Z. The innovative project aims to inspire viewers of all ages with its unique storytelling and vibrant visuals.

"Halle Bailey Joins Star-Studded Cast in Pharrell and Gondry's 1970s Musical"
entertainment2 years ago

"Halle Bailey Joins Star-Studded Cast in Pharrell and Gondry's 1970s Musical"

Halle Bailey is set to star in an untitled Pharrell Williams and Michel Gondry musical project at Universal Pictures, alongside Kelvin Harrison Jr. and Da’Vine Joy Randolph. The coming-of-age musical is set in Virginia Beach in 1977 and is inspired by Williams’ childhood neighborhood. The project will be directed by Michel Gondry and produced by Williams and Mimi Valdés. Bailey, known for her role in Disney’s "The Little Mermaid" and as part of the duo Chloe x Halle, is making her mark as a rising star in both acting and music.

Pusha T Criticizes Pharrell and Chad Hugo's Legal Battle Over Neptunes Trademark
music2 years ago

Pusha T Criticizes Pharrell and Chad Hugo's Legal Battle Over Neptunes Trademark

Pusha T expresses dismay as Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo, known as The Neptunes, are embroiled in a legal battle over ownership of the trademark. Pharrell filed for ownership in 2022, which is now being disputed by Hugo and his attorneys, who claim that the duo had always agreed to split everything equally. Pharrell's representatives deny acting in bad faith, stating that they have reached out to share ownership with Hugo, but Hugo's legal team insists that this was a land grab in a long-standing dispute.

"Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo's Legal Battle Over 'Neptunes' Trademark"
entertainment2 years ago

"Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo's Legal Battle Over 'Neptunes' Trademark"

Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo, known as "The Neptunes," are in a legal dispute over trademarks associated with their name. Hugo's attorneys accuse Williams of trying to fraudulently seek sole control of the trademarks and impose onerous business terms. Williams' attorneys deny malicious intentions and state they have reached out to share ownership with Hugo. The lawsuit relates to three trademark applications, but legal action could expand to include others. This marks the first public dispute between the legendary producing duo, who have been behind numerous hits from the early 2000s.

"Legal Battle: Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo Clash Over Neptunes Trademarks"
entertainment2 years ago

"Legal Battle: Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo Clash Over Neptunes Trademarks"

Chad Hugo has accused his longtime friend and production partner Pharrell Williams of "fraudulently" attempting to secure trademarks for the Neptunes without involving him, in violation of their agreement to share everything equally. Hugo's legal team filed a federal action alleging that Williams and his company filed trademark applications without consulting Hugo, while Williams' representatives claim they have repeatedly reached out to include Hugo in the ownership and administration of the trademarks. The dispute arises as the duo, known for producing and writing major hits, continues to work together and was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2022.

"Legal Battle: Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo Fight for Neptunes Name Rights"
entertainment2 years ago

"Legal Battle: Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo Fight for Neptunes Name Rights"

Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo, the songwriting/production duo known as the Neptunes, are in a legal dispute over the group's name, with Hugo's attorneys accusing Williams of fraudulently seeking sole control over the Neptunes' trademarks in violation of their agreement to split everything equally. Williams' representatives claim they have reached out to share ownership and administration of the trademark with Hugo, but Hugo's attorneys allege that Williams filed trademark applications without Hugo's input and insist on proper control and compensation for Hugo.

"Legal Battle: Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo Clash Over Neptunes Name Rights"
entertainment2 years ago

"Legal Battle: Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo Clash Over Neptunes Name Rights"

Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo, the duo behind the music production team Neptunes, are in a legal battle over the rights to the Neptunes name. Hugo's lawyers have accused Williams of attempting to register trademarks for the name without consulting Hugo, violating their agreement to split everything equally. Williams' representation stated that they have reached out to share ownership and administration of the trademark, but legal filings claim that Williams knowingly filed trademark applications on his own.