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5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Wu-Tang Clan's hip-hop legacy gets unleashed during one last victory lap at Crypto.com Arena
When Wu-Tang Clan and Run the Jewels took over the Arena in downtown L.A. on Sunday night, it wasn't just a concert — it was a cultural earthquake. Crammed full of rap royalty, fans were packed together tighter than a '36' Chain" in a charged celebration of hip-hop's powerful lasting impact. The stop was part of the group's Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber farewell tour that began June 6 in Baltimore and concludes July 18 in Philadelphia, comprising 27 shows. The tour features Wu-Tang's surviving members — RZA, GZA, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Method Man, Inspectah Deck, U-God, Masta Killa and Cappadonna — along with Ol' Dirty Bastard's son, Young Dirty Bastard, and DJ Mathematics. The night began with an fierce performance from Run the Jewels, who set the tone with their explosive energy and charisma. Killer Mike and El-P, self-described as the new PB&J, commanded the stage effortlessly as they tore through their set list, kicking off with "Legend Has It" and moving into iconic hits like "Gold," "Lie, Cheat, Steal," "Ooh La La" and "Close Your Eyes." The crowd was electric, rapping every word in unison while raising hand pistols and fists in solidarity. The duo's sharp-witted lyrics, relentless rhythm and uncontainable passion ensured that their performance would be etched in memory as one of the highlights of the evening. By 9 p.m., it was officially time for Wu-Tang Clan to 'Bring Da Ruckus,' and it did so with the fiery conviction of a team that defined an era in hip-hop. Arguably one of the most influential groups in music history, Wu delivered a performance that was both nostalgic and invigorating. Each member's unique style and lyrical prowess shone brightly as classics like "C.R.E.A.M.," "Protect Ya Neck," 'Method Man,' 'Can It Be All So Simple' and Triumph' reverberated through the arena, igniting waves of energy throughout the audience. The powerful bass lines and raw, unfiltered sound reminded everyone why Wu-Tang Clan remains one of the most significant outfits in hip-hop. Every hit Wu performed was like a time machine, taking the crowd on a ride through decades of influence, innovation and street-born poetry. The chamber members didn't just perform, they took victory laps in front of a crowd that knew every word. You could feel the respect and weight of history in every moment. Adding a poignant touch to the evening, YDB took the stage to honor his late father, Ol' Dirty Bastard, with renditions of his hits "Shimmy Shimmy Ya" and "Got Your Money." The crowd rapped along passionately, creating a collective moment of tribute. The show also featured an unexpected twist, with multiple interludes promoting RZA's latest action thriller, "One Spoon of Chocolate," as well as the "Purple Tape Files" doc produced by him and Raekwon, blending entertainment with strategic promotion. Smart? Probably — even if it did seem oddly shoehorned in the middle of the show. Sunday at was much more than a gathering of two legendary crews sharing a stage. It was a historic celebration that lighted up Los Angeles with the full force of hip-hop excellence. From the thundering beats to the infectious energy of the crowd, every moment served as an in-your-face reminder that music shapes, inspires, and unites. And the performances? Those were a living testament to hip-hop's enduring role in culture, and the audience left buzzing with the echoes of greatness that had filled every corner of the arena — Wu-Tang forever. Get notified when the biggest stories in Hollywood, culture and entertainment go live. Sign up for L.A. Times entertainment alerts. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Wu-Tang Clan's hip-hop legacy gets unleashed during one last victory lap at Crypto.com Arena
When Wu-Tang Clan and Run the Jewels took over the Arena in downtown L.A. on Sunday night, it wasn't just a concert — it was a cultural earthquake. Crammed full of rap royalty, fans were packed together tighter than a '36' Chain' in a charged celebration of hip-hop's powerful lasting impact. The stop was part of the group's Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber farewell tour that began June 6 in Baltimore and concludes July 18 in Philadelphia, comprising 27 shows. The tour features Wu-Tang's surviving members — RZA, GZA, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Method Man, Inspectah Deck, U-God, Masta Killa and Cappadonna — along with Ol' Dirty Bastard's son, Young Dirty Bastard, and DJ Mathematics. The night began with an explosive performance from Run the Jewels, who set the tone with their explosive energy and charisma. Killer Mike and El-P, self-described as the new PB&J, commanded the stage effortlessly as they tore through their set list, kicking off with 'Legend Has It' and moving into iconic hits like 'Gold,' 'Lie, Cheat, Steal,' 'Ooh La La' and 'Close Your Eyes.' The crowd was electric, rapping every word in unison while raising hand pistols and fists in solidarity. The duo's sharp-witted lyrics, relentless rhythm and uncontainable passion ensured that their performance would be etched in memory as one of the highlights of the evening. By 9 p.m., it was officially time for Wu-Tang Clan to 'Bring Da Ruckus,' and it did so with the fiery conviction of a team that defined an era in hip-hop. Arguably one of the most influential groups in music history, Wu delivered a performance that was both nostalgic and invigorating. Each member's unique style and lyrical prowess shone brightly as classics like 'C.R.E.A.M.,' 'Protect Ya Neck,' 'Method Man,' 'Can It Be All So Simple' and Triumph' reverberated through the arena, igniting waves of energy throughout the audience. The powerful bass lines and raw, unfiltered sound reminded everyone why Wu-Tang Clan remains one of the most significant outfits in hip-hop. Every hit Wu performed was like a time machine, taking the crowd on a ride through decades of influence, innovation and street-born poetry. The chamber members didn't just perform, they took victory laps in front of a crowd that knew every word. You could feel the respect and weight of history in every moment. Adding a poignant touch to the evening, YDB took the stage to honor his late father, Ol' Dirty Bastard, with renditions of his hits 'Shimmy Shimmy Ya' and 'Got Your Money.' The crowd rapped along passionately, creating a collective moment of tribute. The show also featured an unexpected twist, with multiple interludes promoting RZA's latest action thriller, 'One Spoon of Chocolate,' as well as the 'Purple Tape Files' doc produced by him and Raekwon, blending entertainment with strategic promotion. Smart? Probably — even if it did seem oddly shoehorned in the middle of the show. Sunday at was much more than a gathering of two legendary crews sharing a stage. It was a historic celebration that lighted up Los Angeles with the full force of hip-hop excellence. From the thundering beats to the infectious energy of the crowd, every moment served as an in-your-face reminder that music shapes, inspires, and unites. And the performances? Those were a living testament to hip-hop's enduring role in culture, and the audience left buzzing with the echoes of greatness that had filled every corner of the arena — Wu-Tang forever.
News.com.au
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
‘Their own little groups': TikToker slams Sydney culture
A UK expat has been slammed for warning people against moving to Sydney, saying his negative experience of Australia made him return home within six months. TikToker Dan Lezar, who appeared in the Netflix series Cheat: Unfinished Business, said he made 'the mistake' of not 'living by the beach', which meant he was unable to live the 'Aussie dream'. Instead, Mr Lezar lived in Newtown in Sydney's inner west, where he had come to play cricket. 'I've never struggled with mental health until I went there,' Mr Lezar said. 'It's so hard when you don't live in the same area. Everyone has their own little cliques, their own little groups, so it's very hard to break into that. 'It would take me like 30, 40 minutes to get anywhere near a beach.' Mr Lezar said that while some people go to Australia to 'find themselves', he 'lost' himself. 'My issue was where I was living, it felt like I was back home, there wasn't a lot to do, yet I was on the other side of the world with no friends,' he said. He also said that when it was sunny, the beaches would be 'so packed' you didn't want to be there. The Netflix actor is from a small town in South Wales, in the UK and said rent prices shocked him. Mr Lezar revealed he was paying $350 a week for a room in Newtown while friends in Bondi were paying up to $500 a week in rent. 'If you are not from London and you go to Sydney you realise how expensive it is,' he said. Many in the comments were quick to slam his take. 'Why are people so obsessed with living by beach? Especially in Sydney? There is so much more to our amazing country than Sydney,' one commenter wrote. Across 2023-24, the net overseas migration from the UK to Australia was 446,000, down from 536,000 a year earlier, according to the ABS.
Daily Mirror
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Love Island star says Netflix show changed his life after 'tough' time
Love Island star Biggs Chris candidly opened up on enduring a tough time in recent years following the heartbreaking split between himself and the mother to his child, Ziyon Biggs Chris has candidly revealed how taking part in a brand new Netflix show has 'changed his life' for the better, after enduring a tough time in recent years. The reality star and influencer's appearance on Netflix's Cheat: Unfinished Business saw him come face to face with his ex-girlfriend Rebecca Gormley, who he met while on the winter version Love Island in 2020. The pair didn't spark up romance until after leaving the villa and the pair dated for some time before eventually splitting in the summer of 2021. They remained amicable, despite allegations of cheating on both sides. Biggs, 33, moved on to have a new relationship and started a family with his ex-girlfriend, Summer Hawkins. But, the pair sadly split weeks before his son Ziyon was born in December 2023. Following the split from the mother of his child, Biggs took part in Netflix show Cheat, Unfinished Business, in which he came face to face with his Love Island ex Rebecca to make a confession. In the show, he admits to cheating on her but, the TV star has revealed in an exclusive interview with the Mirror that Rebecca was the one who approached him about doing the show – which made him think she was also going to admit to being unfaithful. Biggs revealed: "Rebecca messaged me asking if I would do a TV show and I was like, 'yeah, why not? Sounds good, let's do it.' Then I found out what it was." He added: "So it never had an official name, but they were either gonna call it Second Chance or Cheat Unfinished Business, so I knew it was gonna be about cheating or working something out. So I thought Rebecca... there was always something between us, you get me, there was always something there lingering up throughout all these years. "And I thought she was coming on to admit that she cheated because there was speculations that she cheated. So I thought, 'you know what, let me use this opportunity to tell you that I cheated and let's build from that, let's see if we could, like, fix it from there'. But yeah, then obviously, the madness happened." During the show, Biggs comes face to face with Rebecca and admits he was unfaithful towards the end of their relationship. And, after Rebecca admitted she was "struggling to move on" from Biggs' admission, the pair's relationship ended for good – and, sadly, on bad terms, despite remaining friends in the three years after their split. During the series, Rebecca sparked up chemistry with another participant, Craig, which sparked fury in the group and amongst viewers. The pair were flirting in secret, unbeknownst to Biggs and Craig's ex Jazz, and things got messy when it was revealed to Biggs during a 'reckoning' that Rebecca had been flirting with Craig. Since the show, Biggs revealed he and Rebecca are no longer on speaking terms. "We don't speak, we've not spoke since," Biggs revealed. Although Biggs' relationship with Rebecca didn't end up in the outcome he initially wanted, the reality star and property mogul managed to take some really positive lessons from his time on the show and said dating expert Paul C Brunson, who was on the Netflix show to help coach the couples, has changed his life. Speaking of Paul, the star gushed: "He's changed my life, like, literally, I've told him that he's changed my life. The way I think, because I'm not... So, the mistake I made in the relationship with Rebecca was not being honest, so she liked to party, and I just wanted to build, so I didn't voice that enough. So I would just party with her, party with her, and then at the back of my mind, I'll be counting the days, like, [until] I'd leave, does that make sense? But if she had no idea, I'd just hated complaining, but that's a mistake. Now, Paul has taught me that if you're feeling something, say it, don't hold it in, say it, and, like, talk about it." Biggs has since taken the lessons he's learned from the experience into his current romance with Emily. The pair now live together and Biggs prefers to keep his romance on a much lower profile than his previous relationships as he's learned some difficult lessons throughout the years. He told us: "I'm happy in my life now. Things are finally going the way it's supposed to. It's been a... it's been a tough couple... it's been a tough – the past two years have been tough. Especially like with my baby mum leaving, like walking out, and now I'm having to fly to see my son. But you know what? Everything happens for a reason." Biggs added that despite the heartache around his split with the mother of his child, his son, Ziyon is "the best thing that ever happened to me". He revealed: "I've always wanted a family. That was my number one goal. Even though it might not look like it, the way I've got this player image. But it's just my number one goal was to have a family and build together." And as for his new romance, he's determined to keep things private – despite sharing the occasional glimpse of his stunning girlfriend on TikTok. He explained: "I'm saying I want to keep it private, even though it's all over TikTok and that, but I'm protecting this relationship. I don't want to make the same mistake, for example, with my ex, Summer, I exposed her to that life, and now, it's like I created a monster, and that's what my dad's been trying to prevent, like, he's always been saying to me, 'like, try and keep your relationship private, because you're exposing them, and then, they take it and run'. Because [when] I met Summer, my baby mum, she was a teacher, so she was this nice, quiet teacher, I exposed her to this world, and now, I've created a monster. "My goal was to never date an influencer, like, I'm not dissing influencers, but I'm an influencer, but it's just, it's good to keep it private, post here and there, but I won't make that my main priority now." Now Biggs is blissfully happy in his romance, he has vowed against doing anymore dating shows – but is still up for doing more reality TV. He revealed: "I wouldn't do any dating shows, but I'd be happy to do, like, Big Brother, or any cool shows that, or any property shows. I'm really big on properties, so I would do something like that, but dating shows, I feel like I've passed, and I got what I needed, you get me, I've got the relationship and help I needed from it, so, yeah."
Daily Mail
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Future of Cheat: Unfinished Business 'already decided' - just days after Netflix dating show was released
The future of Cheat: Unfinished Business has reportedly been decided - just 10 days after the dating show was released on Netflix. The nine-part series, co-presented by Amanda Holden and relationship expert Paul Carrick Brunson, sees eight ex-couples who broke up because of infidelity head to a Spanish retreat to work out their differences. It only hit the streamer on April 30 - but it has proved massively popular already, in the list of the platform's top 10 most-watched programmes in 22 countries, including the UK and US. Fans of the reality show, filmed between May and June last year, will be delighted to know the dating programme is reportedly set to return for a second series. And Netflix bosses have said host Amanda, known as a judge on Britain's Got Talent and for co-hosting Heart Breakfast on weekdays with Jamie Theakston, is a big part of the appeal. A source told The Sun: 'Netflix know she is in huge demand and want to make sure that if a second series gets commissioned, she is available to take the reins once more. 'There was always the hope Cheat had the potential for a sequel, but since it dropped it's got a great response so another season is a no-brainer. 'But in the current climate where competition is fierce, particularly among dating shows, these decisions can go either way. Producers of the show are confident, however.' The dating show is different to the kinds of programmes Amanda normally makes - but it is a change she has adjusted to well, according to TV execs. Viewers also seem to appreciate the variation in format compared to other dating shows. Bosses think Amanda's dynamic with co-host Paul is a massive part of the show's appeal. MailOnline has contacted Netflix for comment. However, accommodating her availability might prove the biggest challenge to a second series, with the 54-year-old presenter boasting a busy and ever-growing presenting schedule. She and comedian friend Alan Carr are set to film a fourth series of their home renovation programme. The show was first known as Amanda and Alan's Italian Job, which saw the pair redo rundown homes in Sicily and Tuscany, before heading to Spain for the Spanish Job last season - ahead of going to Greece for the new series. A Spanish Christmas Special has also already been filmed and will air during this year's festive season. The double act presenters have also signed a deal with Netflix for a new collaborative programme, the nature of which is still to be revealed. Amanda is also set to host new BBC teatime quiz show The Inner Circle, which will see contestants take on a series of general knowledge and strategic thinking rounds to compete for a cash prize. They must decide which of their opponents they would be prepare to ally with to get closer to the prize - but it is possible their chosen teammate could turn on them for their own advantage. Members of the public will take part in the 25 episodes, the release date of which is still to be confirmed, with six additional specials with celebrity guest contestant also set to be filmed. The success of Amanda's Netflix dating show is a major contrast to Holly Willoughby's new programme on the streamer, Celebrity Bear Hunt - which faces the axe. The second series of the jungle adventure show, which was held in Costa Rica, is yet to be approved despite several meetings. It has been reported that the show, which proved to be a hit with viewers and critics, needs to have mega-budget cuts if it is to return with hosts Holly, 44, and Bear Grylls, 50, likely to face pay cuts. A cheaper location is also being sought, as well as plans for fewer expensive celebrities after the likes of Spice Girl Mel B and tennis player Boris Becker were among the 12 stars in the first series. Other celebrities that took part included Lottie Moss, Danny Cipriani, Big Zuu, Joe Thomas, Kola Bokinni, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, Leomie Anderson, Shirley Ballas, Steph McGovern and Una Healy. A source told the Sun: 'It got excellent reviews and was a brilliant production. Bosses were happy with its performance. 'Yet if it is recommissioned, cuts will 100 per cent be made and this could include talent salaries — both Holly and Bear as well as the celebs. 'All measures are being explored. As to location, think Clacton or Croatia, not Costa Rica.' MailOnline contacted Netflix, Holly Willoughby and Bear Grylls' representatives for comment at the time.
