Just a month ago in November, Adele shut down Radio City Music Hall in New York City and packed the entire venue out. Last night (December 14th), the NBC network finally aired the entire special on TV for those who were unable to witness the show live in person.
The First Week Sales For G-Eazy, Rick Ross, Kid Cudi & More Are In!
I’m sure it comes as no surprise, but Adele’s 25 is number one on the Billboard 200 for the third week in a row. The record-breaking album sold yet another 728k this week, making it the first time an album has sold more than 650k in each of its first three frames since Nielsen began tracking sales in 1991. As for debuts, both G-Eazy and Rick Ross landed in the top 10 with their new releases this week, coming in at numbers 5 and 6, respectively. The former’s When It’s Dark Out sold a very solid 132k units, while Ross’ Black Market moved 69k. Though they didn’t make the top 10 other debuts this week include Curren$y’s Canal Street Confidential at number 30 with 20.7k, J. Cole and Dreamville’s Revenge Of The Dreamers II at number 29 with 21k, Kid Cudi’s Speedin’ Bullet To Heaven at number 36 with 19k and Jeremih’s Late Nights with 18k. Check out this week’s full top 10 below.
Adele Announces North American Tour Dates
Adele is gearing up to hit the road in support of her record-breaking album, 25. Kicking off in July, the UK songstress will hit every major city at least two times to account for demand, and will tour through November. Can you imagine how much strain that is on one’s vocal cords? And this isn’t even the UK leg! Tickets will go on sale this Friday on Adele’s website. In the meantime, check out the full list of dates below!
Will Smith: “I Have A Bunch Of Songs. I Don’t Know If I’ll Do An Album.”
Will Smith has been doing more interviews than usual lately. The legendary rapper/actor recently talked about his marriage and that he’s thinking about entering politics. Now in a recent interview, Will talks about the music industry, his love for Adele’s music, and how he has some tracks in the vault. Hit the jump for more.
Lionel Richie Reveals Plans For Upcoming Collaboration With Adele
Lionel Richie recently revealed that not only is he a huge fan of Adele but he loves her comeback single ‘Hello.’ Richie had his own hit record titled ‘Hello’ back in the ’80s, which has gotten a ton of attention since the release of Adele’s single. The similar records have even been turned into a viral mash-up video, that features Adele hanging up the phone on Richie. ENews caught up with Richie after an event to ask him about being thrown back into the spotlight thanks to Adele. Talking about the mash up he said, “Wasn’t that hilarious? Hilarious!” then he went on to reveal that the mash-up inspired a future collab with the British Beauty. Hit the jump for more.
The Adele And Drake Collaboration Just May Happen
For all of the hopefuls, the Adele and Drake collaboration may happen sooner than we think; at least that is what it looks like since we know Adele is down for the cause, and Drake not only confirms his interest but he adds confirmation to the confirmation. Find out more after the jump.
