As a leap year February comes to a close, we bring you a mix of exciting, dramatic, and unhappy news in our Weekly News Roundup. This week saw multiple exciting co-headlining tours, more Kanye drama, and the tragic passing of beloved comedian and Curb Your Enthusiasm co-star Richard Lewis.
The National and The War on Drugs will head out together in September, while folk legend Bob Dylan and country icon Willie Nelson will embark on their summer “Outlaw Music Festival Tour” with guests like Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, John Mellencamp, Billy Strings, Brittney Spencer, and Celisse.
Esteemed pop producer Jack Antonoff took shots at Mr. West in a recent interview, stating that he “needs his diaper changed so badly.” The producer/artist said that it has been a long time since he would’ve considered collaborating with the rapper, and this is not the first time he has made his distaste clear, calling him a “little bitch” in 2022.
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The National and The War on Drugs Announce Co-Headlining Tour: They’re calling it the “Zen Diagram Tour,” and it kicks off in September. The duo will be hitting major cities all over North America, with support from Lucius at nearly every show.
Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson Join Forces for 2024 “Outlaw Music Festival Tour”: Two of the most important songwriters of all time will embark on a Summer U.S. tour with support from many incredible guests like Robert Plant, Allison Krauss, and John Mellencamp.
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Richard Lewis, Comedian and Curb Your Enthusiasm Actor, Dead at 76: The celebrated stand-up comedian known for his role on Larry David’s Curb Your Enthusiasm passed away from a heart attack on Tuesday, February 28th. David paid tribute to his lifelong friend and co-star in a statement shortly after he passed.
Jack Antonoff: Kanye West “Needs His Diaper Changed So Badly”: The producer/artist’s comments came amid an interview in which he discussed times he has come to the defense of frequent collaborator Taylor Swift. “It’s been a long time since I would’ve taken Kanye’s call,” he said.
11-Year-Old Guitarist Goes Viral with School Performance, Wows Rock World: Watch: Cole Parsons, an 11-year-old guitarist from West Virginia, became a viral sensation after posting a video of him playing guitar at school. Parsons has since appeared on local TV stations, and received praise from members of Mötley Crüe, 3 Doors Down, and more.