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JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE
Justin Randall Timberlake is often referred to as the ‘Prince of Pop’ due to his incredible career as a singer, songwriter, record producer and actor – and this has made him one of the most influential entertainers of his generation. His latest album titled Everything I Thought It Was features catchy beats and lyrics including the electro-funk leaning track F**kin’ Up the Disco. Some have criticised the album however, claiming that it may have been lifted from his previous works. Nevertheless, Selfish – which is a song from Timberlake’s new album – has made it to the top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, proving that the world still loves his music. The Forget Tomorrow World Tour (Justin’s upcoming tour) is expected to be his fastest and highest grossing yet with an anticipated collection of US$ 140 million from 70 shows worldwide. The tour, which has been promoted on Saturday Night Live and The Tonight Show, kicked off recently and is expected to run until mid-December with over one million tickets already sold in North America alone. Timberlake is breaking records with this tour, and also making a strong comeback with his new album and concerts.
KANYE WEST
Kanye West’s latest album Vultures 1 is a masterpiece. It debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking his 11th consecutive chart topping album and breaking the record for the most No. 1 debuts by any artiste. The success of this album follows a collaboration between West and Ty Dolla Sign. Together, they created an addictive and soulful album that has left fans wanting more.
21 SAVAGE
Famous rapper 21 Savage has gained numerous chart toppers and continues to make headlines in 2024. He collaborated with Drake in producing the album Her Loss, which earned him nominations for Best Rap Song, Best Rap Performance and Album of the Year at the 2024 Grammys. His recent success is a testament to his talent and dedication, and the unwavering support of an international fan base.
NSYNC
NSYNC, which was an iconic boy band in the late ’90s and early 2000s, has seen the reunion of all its members including Justin Timberlake, Lance Bass, Joey Fatone, JC Chasez and Chris Kirkpatrick. Following a 21 year break, NSYNC released their first hit single Better Place. It is also featured in the animated movie Trolls Band Together, which stars Timberlake. Fans are eager for a possible NSYNC reunion tour, following their recent appearances and performances. However, no announcement of a tour has been made public yet.
YG MARLEY
YG Marley, the grandson of legendary reggae icon Bob Marley, made an impressive debut with his single Praise Jah in the Moonlight. The track had garnered over 1.3 million streams within the first month of its release, indicating that the Marley family legacy is in safe hands. YG Marley’s unique style and powerful lyrics have earned him a name in the music industry, and this is only the beginning of a seemingly promising musical career.