Pharrell wants “transparency, honesty and justice” after cousin shot by police

Pharrell is calling for “transparency, honesty, and justice” following the death of his cousin in a shooting incident by police. In a social media post to Instagram, Pharrell revealed that his cousin Donovan was recently killed following a series of shootings on Virginia Beach in the US. Pharrell wrote: “The loss of these lives is …

Blink-182’s new album to feature Grimes, Lil Uzi Vert and Pharrell

Blink-182 are “slowly finishing up” their new album, which will feature Grimes, Lil Uzi Vert and Pharrell. According to drummer Travis Barker, the follow-up to the band’s 2019 album ‘NINE’ features those acts anf is “60 per cent done,” after he confirmed last month that the album would arrive in 2021. “There’s a lot of …

What So Not Puts a High-Energy Spin on Run The Jewels, Pharrell Williams, and Zack de la Rocha’s “JU$T”

Last summer, cutting edge hip-hop duo Run The Jewels released their much-anticipated fourth LP, RTJ4, to critical acclaim. A standout track from the album was, of course, a collaboration with Pharrell Williams and Rage Against The Machine frontman Zack de la Rocha titled “JU$T.” Now, Australian bass master What So Not has released his take on …

Bono, Halsey & Pharrell Williams all cast in ‘Sing 2’

Bono, Halsey, Pharrell Williams are among those who’ve been announced as part of the cast for the forthcoming animated film, Sing 2, Variety reports. The sequel to 2016’s Sing is set for cinematic release in December 2021, and is produced by Illumination, the same studio behind the Despicable Me and The Secret Life of Pets franchises. Letitia Wright, …

Pharrell Williams announces charity to aid underrepresented entrepreneurs

Pharrell Williams has unveiled a new non-profit initiative, Black Ambition, which will support Black and Latinx entrepreneurs. The musician’s charity is said to be committed to levelling the playing field for non-white entrepreneurs by providing them with funding, opportunities, mentorships and access. As part of the launch on Tuesday (December 1), Williams announced two prize …

Black Coffee enlists Pharrell Williams and Jozzy for ’10 Missed Calls’ – Dancing Astronaut

by: Mitchell Rose Nov 20, 2020 South African DJ/producer Black Coffee has unveiled the fourth single from his upcoming album, Subconsciously. Titled “10 Missed Calls,” the low-key pop instrumental features two Grammy Award winners: up-and-comer Jozzy and the incomparable Pharrell Williams, each of whom trade off vocal duties over Black Coffee’s piano work. “10 Missed …

Run The Jewels enlist Pharrell Williams, Zack De La Rocha, 2 Chainz for ‘Holy Calamavote’

by: Jessica Mao Oct 17, 2020 Run The Jewels are bringing their Get Out the Vote initiative, Holy Calamavote, to fans on October 17. Airing commercial-free via Adult Swim, Holy Calamavote will feature guests Pharrell Williams, 2 Chainz, Zack De La Rocha, Mavis Staples, Josh Hommes, and more. The voter encouragement event will also provide …