Kanye West is retiring from professional music, Odumodublvck and Travis Scott link up in London, F1 announces six sprint race venues for 2025. Stay in the know with our Rave News Digest, which summarizes five of the hottest global news stories you need to catch up on, saving you time and energy. Consider it your daily news fix.
1. Kanye West is retiring from professional music
Kanye West says he is retiring from music in Rich The Kid’s IG story 😳 pic.twitter.com/M2GNPtxb38
— The Wave (@_thewavetv) July 9, 2024
Music icon Kanye West has sent shockwaves through the industry after hinting that he is retiring from professional music. The news came to light through a screenshot of a text conversation shared by rapper Rich the Kid. In the exchange, Kanye West, also known as Ye, declared, “I am retiring from professional music. Not sure what else to do.” The cryptic message has left fans and industry insiders alike speculating about the reasons behind this potential career shift.
Known for his groundbreaking contributions to hip-hop and contemporary music, West has been a dominant force in the industry for over two decades. His innovative sound, coupled with his outspoken personality, has solidified his status as a cultural icon. While the news of a potential retirement is still developing, fans are eagerly awaiting further clarification from West.
2. Odumodublvck and Travis Scott link up in London
Odumodublvck linked up with Travis Scott in London 🇬🇧🤝🏾
— WeTalkSound (WTS) (@wetalksound) July 11, 2024
Nigerian music sensation, Odumodublvck has sent ripples through the global music scene after a recent encounter with American superstar, Travis Scott in the heart of London. The unexpected meeting has ignited speculation about a potential collaboration between the two artists.
Photos and videos of the duo together have been circulating rapidly across social media platforms, leaving fans buzzing with excitement and anticipation. The images capture the two artists in animated conversation, hinting at a possible musical synergy. While neither artist has officially confirmed any collaboration plans, the mere possibility of a joint project has sent a wave of anticipation through the music industry.
3. South Africa: DJ Oscar Mbo enters clothing industry with his ‘Have A Groovy Day’ brand
Oscar Mbo Announces Upcoming EP ‘Have A Groovy Day’ – https://t.co/uIi17w3cYv #News #Amapiano
— Youth Village SA (@YouthVillageSA) July 8, 2024
Popular DJ and music producer, Oscar Mbo is expanding his creative horizons by venturing into the fashion industry with his new clothing line, “Have A Groovy Day.” Known for his infectious beats and energetic performances, Mbo is now bringing his unique style and flair to the world of apparel. The “Have A Groovy Day” brand promises to offer a fresh and vibrant collection that reflects Mbo’s personality and music.
“I have always had a passion for clothes but I wanted to equip myself before I entered the fashion industry, hence my entry is with my own line of merch as I grow more into design. I’m giving myself time to grow over the years and am hoping to have a full line in the near future,” he said
4. Rema becomes third most streamed Afrobeats artist of all time
— MAVIN (@MavinRecords) July 9, 2024
Rema has reached a major milestone in his music career, becoming the third most streamed Afrobeats artist of all time. According to reports from Mavins Records, Rema has amassed an impressive 8.4 billion streams. This is across eight different platforms, solidifying his status as one of the genre’s biggest stars. This achievement cements Rema’s position as one of the most listened-to Afrobeats artists globally. He now trails only Wizkid and Burna Boy in total career streams.
Rema’s rise is by a string of hit singles that resonate with music fans globally. Some of his most popular tracks include “Dumebi,” “Calm Down,” and “Woman.” The 22-year-old artist, who is under Mavins Records, is one of the leading voices in the Afrobeats scene. He is known for blending elements of Afrobeats, R&B, and trap music. Rema released his sophomore album on Thursday, which is likely to boost his stream numbers.
5. F1 announces six sprint race venues for 2025
BREAKING: F1 has announced the six venues that will host Sprint events for the 2025 season 👇 pic.twitter.com/LFJlmmizhG
— Sky Sports F1 (@SkySportsF1) July 11, 2024
Formula 1 has announced the six grands prix which will host events in the sprint format in 2025. The races, which feature a shorter race on the Saturday before the main event on Sunday, start with the second grand prix of the season in China on 21-23 March. The others are Miami on 2-4 May, Belgium on 25-27 July, the US Grand Prix in Austin on 17-19 October, Brazil on 7-9 November, and the penultimate race in Qatar on 28-30 November.
China, Miami, Austin, Brazil, and Qatar are also sprint events on this year’s schedule. Belgium hosted a sprint previously in 2023. The 2025 F1 season starts in Australia on 14-16 March.
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