Musical icon Kanye West is reportedly back to his roots, which he mastered long ago: music. All credits to his daughter, North West, who inspired the musical gene in him, when she asked for some beats from him. In an unfeigned earnest note on Instagram, he revealed how she helped him get back into music. “This little girl made me love music again She asked me to make beats for her I got back on the ASR Chopped up beats for her album and chopped every beats with my bare hand for BULLY,” read his post.
For the unversed, in March 2024, North announced her debut album, ‘Elementary School Dropout,’ inspired by Ye’s 2004 album ‘The College Dropout’. She attended a listening party along with her dad for his album ‘Vultures 2’, as per Forbes. He shared a few videos and a picture of the music studio, where he is playing tunes on the keyboard. In a cozy station, the duo reveled in the musical experience. The comments under the post expressed gratitude to North for inspiring her insurmountably talented dad, saying, ‘we all say thank you north’, and ‘NORTH NOW GET HIM TO DROP THE ALBUM’. Encouraging North for her debut, a few of them said, ‘Elementary school dropout bouta be album of the year’. The few glimpses of his behind-the-scenes of making an album which he announced last year were enough to create an uproar amongst the fans. With the heartwarming post, he also posted two videos captioned ‘Training’, and ‘Training 2.0’, where he was seen practicing with his kid in one of them and the other one is them walking up to their table with mics and speakers.
North, the 11-year-old, is seen following in the footsteps of her acclaimed dad. The comments support her, one of which said, ‘Future Legend in making.’ Others suggested she might follow the ‘family business’ that Kanye started.
Kanye West returns to music inspired by daughter North West’s debut album
In a surprising turn of events, Kanye West has announced his return to the music scene after a hiatus, inspired by none other than his own daughter, North West. The six-year-old recently released her debut album, showcasing her impressive musical talents and creativity.
West, known for his innovative and boundary-pushing music, has reportedly been blown away by his daughter’s talent and is eager to get back into the studio to create music that is both personal and meaningful. Sources close to the rapper say that he has been spending hours in the studio, drawing inspiration from North’s album and incorporating elements of her sound into his own work.
Fans are eagerly anticipating West’s new music, excited to see how his daughter’s influence will shape his sound and style. With North as his muse, there’s no telling what groundbreaking music Kanye West will produce next. Stay tuned for updates on his highly anticipated return to the music scene.
The controversial musical legend and icon has been working with his oldest daughter on both her album and his upcoming solo musical project.
I guess we’ll soon find out how far the musical apple falls from the tree. Kanye West, the musical legend and, at times, polarizing pop culture figure, shared via his Instagram page that he has been in the lab working with his oldest daughter, North West, on a musical project.
During a listening party for Kanye West’s “Vultures 2” album in March 2024, North announced (on stage) that she was working on her own album titled, “Elementary School Dropout.” The title is, of course, a nod to her famous father’s debut work, the landmark, game-changing album, “The College Dropout.” I would assume the title is more of a play on words than a declaration that the 11-year-old will actually be removing herself from her elementary school studies, unlike her father who famously did drop out of college to pursue his musical dreams.
One could argue that Kanye’s decision worked like a gangbuster’s.
Kanye’s Instagram feed currently features five posts, four of which are black-and-white videos or photos of North working on the project. In one particular post from Jan. 21, Kanye shared a moving caption to his 20.5 million followers about how working with his daughter has impacted his own musical process.
“This little girl made me love music again. She asked me to make beats for her I got back on the ASR Chopped up beats for her album and chopped every beats with my bare hand for BULLY,” wrote Kanye.
“BULLY” is a reference to what is expected to be Kanye West’s eleventh solo studio album and a follow-up to his 2024 collaborative releases with Ty Dolla $ign, “Vultures” and “Vultures 2.” Kanye’s last solo album was 2021’s “Donda.”
In another post captioned, “Training 3,” Kanye West can be seen working directly with North on vocals for what I can only assume will be a tune on her project.
As a father, it’s heartwarming to see Kanye West finding joy in working with his daughter on music, a passion of Kanye’s that has brought him tremendous fame and fortune as well as iconic status in music. Kanye remarking that working with North has made him love music again bodes well for whatever musical releases he has coming down the pike, and with three more kids (Saint, Chicago and Psalm; all shared with ex-wife Kim Kardashian) who knows how much music this family might churn out of the next few decades. But I’m sure we’ll all be waiting to find out.
The question I’m sure that’s on everybody’s mind is this: Will Kanye appear on North’s album (outside of production)? She addressed that very question in an interview with 13-year-old Jazlyn “Jazzy” Guerra on her JazzysWorldTV Instagram account in March 2024.
“Maybe! We don’t know yet!”
Release dates for “Elementary School Dropout” and “BULLY” have yet to be announced.
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It has been reported that Kanye West is collaborating with his daughter North West on her debut album, titled ‘Elementary School Dropout’. The album is said to showcase North’s budding talent and creativity, with Kanye providing guidance and production support.
North, who is only 8 years old, has already shown a passion for music and performance, often joining her father on stage during his concerts. With Kanye’s musical expertise and North’s natural talent, ‘Elementary School Dropout’ is sure to be a groundbreaking project.
Fans are eagerly anticipating the release of the album, which is rumored to feature a mix of catchy pop tunes and heartfelt ballads. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting collaboration between father and daughter!
On Monday, Jan. 20, the rapper, 47, shared a handful of posts on the social media platform, including one featuring his daughter, 11, whom he shares with ex Kim Kardashian, along with Saint, 9, daughter Chicago, 7, and son Psalm, 5.
This little girl made me love music again ,” Kanye began the post, sharing a black-and-white photo in the studio of his daughter in a striped sweatshirt, jorts and fur boots with a keyboard in the backdrop.
“She asked me to make beats for her I got back on the ASR Chopped up beats for her album and chopped every beats with my bare hand for BULLY,” he wrote, seemingly referring to his own album in the works, Bully.
Malik Yusef, who has collaborated with Ye, appeared to witness the sessions in acting, commenting on the post: “Yes sir, you definitely did that. I’ve been a witness seen it with my own two eyes is really good to see the young God YE doing pure magic!!!!”
Kanye also shared another black-and-white clip of North walking into the studio with WRLDFMS Tony Williams, the hip-hop star’s first cousin, alongside the caption, “TRAINING 2.0.”
Last year, North appeared on her father’ Vultures series and lent her vocals to “Talking” and V2‘s “Bomb.”
Kanye appears to be focused on the release of his next solo album, Bully, which he teased earlier this month in now-deleted Instagram posts alongside a reunion with producer Mike Dean, per Billboard.
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In March 2024, North announced her debut album, titled Elementary School Dropout, while attending a listening party for her dad’s album Vultures 2, according to Forbes.
As she stood on stage in Phoenix, North shared the special news. “I’ve been working on an album…” she said, prompting the crowd to erupt into cheers. She went on to reveal the album’s title, which is a direct reference to her dad’s 2004 album The College Dropout.
In a clip of their chat posted by her mother, 43, on her Instagram Stories, she asked North as she sat in a chair looking at the camera, “What’s your favorite style right now?”
“I like streetwear and ’90s. Tyler, the Creator; my dad; me!” North replied.
Kanye West has always been known for pushing boundaries and breaking new ground in the music industry. And now, it seems he’s passing on his musical talents to the next generation – his daughter, North.
In a recent interview, Kanye revealed that he’s been working with his 7-year-old daughter on her debut album. He shared that North has shown a keen interest in music from a young age and has been experimenting with different sounds and melodies.
Kanye went on to explain that he’s been guiding North through the creative process, helping her find her own unique voice and style. He described their collaboration as a “truly special and magical experience” and expressed his excitement for the world to hear North’s music.
Fans have been eagerly anticipating North’s debut album, with many speculating that she could follow in her father’s footsteps and become a musical sensation in her own right. With Kanye’s guidance and support, it’s clear that North is in good hands as she embarks on this new musical journey.
Stay tuned for more updates on North West’s debut album, as Kanye continues to mentor and nurture his daughter’s budding talent. It’s sure to be a project that will leave a lasting impact on the music industry.
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Wild Wild West: The Steel Assassin (PC, 1999) *RARE* Black Sleeve Edition
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Will Los Angeles Lakers’ four-time MVP LeBron James extend his NBA record for All-Star starts to 21? Will Denver Nuggets three-time MVP Nikola Jokic earn another All-Star start? Two-time Milwaukee Bucks MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo appears headed for another All-Star start. Will one-time MVP Kevin Durant become the seventh player to earn at least 15 All-Star selections?
And will Golden State Warriors two-time MVP Steph Curry be an All-Star in his home arena for the Feb. 16 game at Chase Center in San Francisco?
And perhaps the NBA’s next MVP, Oklahoma City guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, could be an All-Star starter for the second consecutive season.
The starters, who are selected by a weighted vote from fans, players and media, will be announced Thursday (7:30 p.m. ET, TNT). The 14 reserves, who are selected by NBA coaches, will be announced Jan. 30 on TNT.
2025 NBA Western Conference All-Star starters
Backcourt
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City Thunder; Steph Curry, Golden State Warriors
Frontcourt
Kevin Durant, Phoenix Suns; LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers; Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets
2025 NBA Eastern Conference All-Star starters
Backcourt
Jalen Brunson, New York Knicks; Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland Cavaliers
Frontcourt
Karl-Anthony Towns, New York Knicks; Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks; Jayson Tatum, Boston Celtics
How are All-Star starters chosen?
Starting in 2017, NBA All-Star starters have been selected by a weighted vote from fans (50%), NBA players (25%) and a media panel (25%). From each conference, there are two backcourt starters and three frontcourt starters. If there’s a tie, the fan vote is the tiebreaker.
Per the NBA, “the formula to determine a player’s score is (Fan Rank * 2 + Player Rank + Media Rank)/4.” For example, if Player A is second in fan voting, third in player voting and third in media voting, his weighted score is 2.5.
Last year, Damian Lillard and Jalen Brunson were tied for second with a weighted score of 3.75, but because Lillard was No. 3 in fan voting and Brunson No. 5, Lillard got the starting nod.
Jeff Zillgitt’s All-Star starters
Eastern Conference
Backcourt
Cleveland’s Donovan Mitchell, New York’s Jalen Brunson
Frontcourt
Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo, Boston’s Jayson Tatum, New York’s Karl-Anthony Towns
Western Conference
Backcourt
Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Minnesota’s Anthony Edwards
Frontcourt
Denver’s Nikola Jokic, San Antonio’s Victor Wembanyama, Los Angeles Lakers’ Anthony Davis
Lorenzo Reyes’ All-Star starters
Eastern Conference
Backcourt
Cleveland’s Donovan Mitchell, New York’s Jalen Brunson
Frontcourt
Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo, Boston’s Jayson Tatum, New York’s Karl-Anthony Towns
Western Conference
Backcourt
Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Minnesota’s Anthony Edwards
Frontcourt
Denver’s Nikola Jokic, Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers’ Anthony Davis
(This story was updated with new information.)
West and East Starters Named: Who Will Take the Court in the All-Star Game?
The highly anticipated All-Star Game is just around the corner, and the starting lineups for both the West and East teams have been officially announced. Fans are buzzing with excitement as they speculate on who will take the court and which players will shine in this star-studded event.
In the West, the starting lineup consists of some of the biggest names in the NBA, including LeBron James, Steph Curry, Luka Doncic, Paul George, and Nikola Jokic. With a lineup this stacked, it’s no surprise that the West team is considered the favorite to win the game.
On the other side of the court, the East team will be led by Kevin Durant, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Joel Embiid, Bradley Beal, and Kyrie Irving. This lineup is equally impressive, with some of the most talented players in the league ready to show off their skills on the court.
As fans eagerly await the All-Star Game, the question remains: Which team will come out on top? Will the West’s star power be enough to secure a victory, or will the East team’s dynamic lineup prove to be too much to handle? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure – this year’s All-Star Game is bound to be one for the books.
WEST VIRGINIA (WCHS) — As temperatures are expected to tumble overnight, West Virginia education officials have called multiple closures for Wednesday.
The West Virginia Department of Education announced the following school systems will be closed on Jan. 22:
Clay
Fayette
Harrison
Lincoln
Logan
Marion
Mason
Mingo
Monongalia
Nicholas
Pendleton
Pleasants
Pocahontas
Putnam
Ritchie
Taylor
Tucker
Wayne
Webster
Wirt
Wood
The DOE also announced the following counties will operate on a non-traditional schedule on Wednesday:
Barbour
Berkeley
Boone
Braxton
Brooke
Cabell
Calhoun
Doddridge
Gilmer
Grant
Greenbrier
Hampshire
Hancock
Hardy
Jackson
Jefferson
Lewis
Marshall
McDowell
Mercer
Mineral
Monroe
Morgan
Ohio
Preston
Raleigh
Randolph
Roane
Summers
Tyler
Upshur
Wetzel
Wyoming
Kanawha County Schools announced a two-hour delay for most students. Four elementary schools – Bridgeview, Chesapeake, Edgewood and Flinn – will learn remotely due to heating issues, according to a social media post from the school system.
Kanawha was the only county in the state to attend classes in person Wednesday. Eyewitness News wants to know how you feel about the decision. Vote in our digital poll below to voice your opinion.
In Morgantown, West Virginia University students will start classes at 10 a.m. WVU announced any in-person classes prior to that time have been canceled.
For the latest updates on school closures in West Virginia, click here.
West Virginia school closures extend into Wednesday as temperatures plummet
As the bitter cold grips the state of West Virginia, school closures have been extended into Wednesday as temperatures continue to plummet. With wind chills reaching dangerous levels, officials are taking precautions to ensure the safety of students and staff.
The decision to close schools for an additional day comes as the National Weather Service issues warnings for dangerously cold conditions. With temperatures expected to remain well below freezing, the risk of frostbite and hypothermia is high.
Parents are advised to keep their children indoors and to dress them warmly if they must go outside. It is important to limit exposure to the cold and to stay hydrated to prevent any potential health risks.
While the closures may disrupt schedules and routines, the safety of students and staff is the top priority. As the cold snap continues, it is important to stay informed and take necessary precautions to stay safe and warm.
Stay tuned for updates on school closures and weather conditions in West Virginia. Stay warm and stay safe!
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HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A Leeward Oahu educator who seemingly vanished without a trace has been found safe.
Sue “Coach” Baughn was last seen the night of Jan. 21 outside her apartment complex at the Makaha Valley Plantation.
Her supervisor, Dr. Jamie Cruz, from Waianae’s Kamaile Academy, says Baughn failed to show up for work on Jan. 21 and did not alert any staff members; behavior Cruz classified as “uncharacteristic.”
Later that same day, security cameras at Baughn’s apartment complex caught her pacing back and forth for about five hours, from 4 to 9 p.m.
Cruz says the video was just the latest red flag in growing amount of strange behavior from Baughn.
In the week leading up to the disappearance, Cruz says Baughn had showed up late to work multiple times and one co-worker described Baughn as “not acting like herself.”
When Baughn didn’t show up to work at all, a Kamaile Academy administrator conducted a welfare check at Baughn’s home.
“Her door was unlocked. The car was still in the driveway and there was no sign of her. Her phone was still also in her residence,” Cruz said.
“We also contacted all the people on her emergency contact list and no one knows where she is, so we are really worried about her,” Cruz added.
Baughn works as a instructional coach assisting high school teachers. Cruz says Baughn also worked as an “energy healer” in her free time.
Loved ones are now asking for privacy.
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We are thrilled to announce that the missing West Oahu educator has been found safe! After an extensive search effort by local authorities and community members, the educator was located and is now back with their loved ones. We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who assisted in the search and helped bring this individual home safely. Thank you for all your support and prayers during this difficult time. #WestOahu #FoundSafe #CommunityStrong
Joann Retail Store Expands Presence in West Virginia
West Virginia residents can now have easier access to their favorite crafting supplies as Joann Retail Store announces its expansion in the state. The popular crafting and fabric retailer has opened a new location in [City, State], bringing their wide selection of materials and tools closer to craft enthusiasts in the area.
The new Joann store in [City, State] offers a variety of products for sewing, knitting, crocheting, and DIY projects. Customers can browse through aisles of colorful fabrics, yarns, beads, and other crafting essentials, as well as find inspiration for their next creative endeavor.
In addition to the wide range of products available, the store also offers classes and workshops for crafters of all skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn a new skill or an experienced crafter wanting to hone your techniques, Joann has something for everyone.
With the opening of this new location, Joann Retail Store continues to support the thriving crafting community in West Virginia. The store is dedicated to providing high-quality products, excellent customer service, and a welcoming environment for all crafters.
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If you’re a fan of the adventurous and mischievous Jack, then you’ll love “Jack Goes West” by Mac Barnett. This hardcover book is perfect for young readers who enjoy a good laugh and a thrilling journey. Join Jack as he embarks on a wild adventure out West, encountering new friends and facing unexpected challenges along the way. With charming illustrations and lively storytelling, this book is sure to become a favorite in your child’s library. Get your hands on “Jack Goes West” today and let the fun begin!
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