News on your favorite shows, specials & more!

CITIZEN


BIO:
Public Citizen serves as the people’s voice in the nation’s capital. Since our founding in 1971, we have delved into an array of areas, but our work on each issue shares an overarching goal: To ensure that all citizens are represented in the halls of power.

Latest Articles


Video: French Montana Drops New Music Video For 'Too Fun' Featuring Brooklyn Drill Co Photo Video: French Montana Drops New Music Video For 'Too Fun' Featuring Brooklyn Drill Collective 41
by Michael Major - February 28, 2024

3x Grammy-nominated, Diamond-certified recording artist, humanitarian, and entrepreneur French Montana has released the music video for his hit new single “Too fun” ft. Brooklyn drill collective 41, off his brand new Album Mac & Cheese 5, the fifth and final chapter to his Mac & Cheese mixtape serie...

Citizen Reminisce on Old Memories on New Track 'When I Let You Down' Photo Citizen Reminisce on Old Memories on New Track 'When I Let You Down'
by Michael Major - September 12, 2023

Citizen take a trip down memory lane on fast new single “When I Let You Down.” “When I Let You Down” is the third release from Citizen’s forthcoming LP Calling The Dogs. It follows the band’s previous singles 'If You're Lonely” and 'Hyper Trophy.' Citizen’s world tour in support of the new record ki...

Citizen Releases New Super-Charged Anthem 'Hyper Trophy' Photo Citizen Releases New Super-Charged Anthem 'Hyper Trophy'
by Michael Major - August 22, 2023

'Hyper Trophy” follows the band’s last single 'If You're Lonely,” which served as a compelling introduction to Citizen’s forthcoming LP Calling The Dogs. The album is the band’s most poignant body of work yet, as the record addresses themes of self-reflection, personal growth, and resilience. On Cal...

Citizen Returns With New Single 'If You're Lonely' Photo Citizen Returns With New Single 'If You're Lonely'
by Michael Major - July 18, 2023

Citizen is back with a sensational new single, 'If You're Lonely,” marking the first release from their forthcoming fifth album Calling The Dogs. The accompanying video for “If You’re Lonely” is captured through a nostalgic lens as it finds the band playing out of their garage while the suburban cha...

Citizen Cope Shares Soothing 'Dancing Lullaby (Let's Give Love A Try)' Photo Citizen Cope Shares Soothing 'Dancing Lullaby (Let's Give Love A Try)'
by Michael Major - June 09, 2023

Featuring a classic reggae inspired arrangement complete with a lyrical shout out to Bob Marley, the track futhers Cope’s message of positivity and strength through struggle. Here, the track is a tribute to resilient women artists who inspire Cope, containing mentions of Maya Angelou, The I Threes, ...

Citizen Cope Shares 'Ms. Prado (Rest My Eyes On You)' Single Photo Citizen Cope Shares 'Ms. Prado (Rest My Eyes On You)' Single
by Michael Major - April 04, 2023

A sparse, yet soulfully textured track displaying Cope’s signature croon, the song sees the narrator yearning for his partner amongst building guitars and displaced, echoing drum hits. It comes as Cope’s classic 2004 record The Clarence Greenwood Recordings approaches platinum status despite never f...

Vir Das to Premiere His New Comedy Special on Netflix Photo Vir Das to Premiere His New Comedy Special on Netflix
by Michael Major - December 14, 2022

Das’ fourth special with the streamer, which he also directed, is the story of travelling the world, carrying your country with you, and the notion of home. The backdrop is the aftermath of his 2021 “Two Indias” monologue he recited after a standup show at The Kennedy Center in Washington DC which w...

Billy Porter, Mariah Carey & More Will Perform on ABC's Global Citizen Festival Broad Photo Billy Porter, Mariah Carey & More Will Perform on ABC's Global Citizen Festival Broadcast
by Michael Major - September 22, 2022

Presenters will include Berla Mundi, Joselyn Dumas, Michaela Coel, Nomzamo Mbatha and Sabrina Dhowre Elba. Global Citizen Festival: NYC will feature performances by Metallica, Charlie Puth, Jonas Brothers, MÅNESKIN, Mariah Carey, Mickey Guyton and Rosalía with Angélique Kidjo and Billy Porter, and b...

Ceremony Release New 'Vanity Spawned By Fear' 12' Photo Ceremony Release New 'Vanity Spawned By Fear' 12'
by Michael Major - April 12, 2022

Vanity Spawned By Fear is the legendary, acclaimed punk band’s first standalone single of their career: an infectious take on new musick, glam, and moody synth! Vanity Spawned by Fear is available now digitally, and in a limited edition, one-time-only vinyl pressing. Watch the new music video and ch...

Neil Young Announces Next Set of Titles From His Official Bootleg Series Photo Neil Young Announces Next Set of Titles From His Official Bootleg Series
by Michael Major - March 25, 2022

The next three installments in the bootleg series include Royce Hall, 1971 was recorded January 30 on the UCLA campus, a solo acoustic gig. Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 1971 – also solo acoustic -- is the last US show of Young’s 1971 solo tour. Citizen Kane Jr. Blues (Live at The Bottom Line), from Ne...

Christine and the Queens Surprise Release 'Joseph' EP Photo Christine and the Queens Surprise Release 'Joseph' EP
by Michael Major - September 27, 2021

The EP features two new songs performed during her appearance at Global Citizen Live last weekend. The songs are cover versions of George Michael’s “Freedom” and “Comme l'oiseau” by Michel Fugain & Le Big Bazar....

Elton John, Jennifer Lopez, Lizzo, & More Set for GLOBAL CITIZENS FESTIVAL Stream on Photo Elton John, Jennifer Lopez, Lizzo, & More Set for GLOBAL CITIZENS FESTIVAL Stream on ABC
by Michael Major - September 21, 2021

Other performances will include Camila Cabello, Billie Eilish, Shawn Mendes, Doja Cat, Kylie Minogue, Adam Lambert, Steve Wonder, Demi Lovato, Chloe x Halle, and more....

WATCH: H.E.R. and Tauren Wells Debut Visual for Duet 'Hold Us Together (Hope Mix)' Photo WATCH: H.E.R. and Tauren Wells Debut Visual for Duet 'Hold Us Together (Hope Mix)'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 30, 2021

Today, acclaimed artists H.E.R. and Tauren Wells premiered the video for their popular new duet, “Hold Us Together (Hope Mix)”. The video was directed by director / artist, child. In March, the two artists released the “Hope Mix” of “Hold Us Together,” originally recorded by H.E.R. for the soundtrac...

Global Citizen Announces 'VAX LIVE: The Concert to Reunite the World' Photo Global Citizen Announces 'VAX LIVE: The Concert to Reunite the World'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - April 13, 2021

Airing and live streaming on Saturday, May 8, on ABC, ABC News Live, CBS, YouTube, iHeartMedia broadcast radio stations and the iHeartRadio App, “VAX LIVE” will start at 8:00 p.m. EDT/7:00 p.m. CDT....

Citizen Queen Release 'Call Me Queen' Frank Pole Remix Photo Citizen Queen Release 'Call Me Queen' Frank Pole Remix
by Sarah Jae Leiber - January 06, 2021

Welcome to the new era of vocal quintet Citizen Queen. Today, the group is excited to officially release Frank Pole Remix of their first original song “Call Me Queen,” a powerful pop/R&B rallying cry, wrapped firmly in self-empowerment and swagger via RCA Records. ...

French Montana and VEVO Release Performance Video for 'YOU DESERVE AN OSCAR' Photo French Montana and VEVO Release Performance Video for 'YOU DESERVE AN OSCAR'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - December 18, 2020

Vevo announces French Montana as the next artist in their Ctrl.At.Home series with a performance of “YOU DESERVE AN OSCAR” premiering today. 'YOU DESERVE AN OSCAR' follows the previously released 'FTMU.'...

Hip Hop Artist YUNG Citizen Champions Message Of Injustice And Inequality With Latest Photo Hip Hop Artist YUNG Citizen Champions Message Of Injustice And Inequality With Latest Song & Music Video, 'Brown Butta'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 17, 2020

Citizen Music Group wants you to know and follow Christopher 'YUNG Citizen' Williams, Charlotte (N.C.) native, and you will discover someone deeply passionate and committed to raising awareness to the injustices and social inequities that exist in society today. ...

French Montana and VEVO Release Performance Video for 'FTMU' Photo French Montana and VEVO Release Performance Video for 'FTMU'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - December 16, 2020

Vevo announces French Montana as the next artist in their Ctrl.At.Home series with a performance of “FTMU” premiering today....

Elton John, Sesame Workshop, Black Lives Matter, & More to Be Honored at GLOBAL CITIZ Photo Elton John, Sesame Workshop, Black Lives Matter, & More to Be Honored at GLOBAL CITIZEN PRIZE Awards
by Sarah Jae Leiber - December 15, 2020

International advocacy organization Global Citizen today announced the winners of the 2020 Global Citizen Prize. ...

Citizen Queen Releases First Original Song 'Call Me Queen' Photo Citizen Queen Releases First Original Song 'Call Me Queen'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 11, 2020

Welcome to the new era of vocal quintet Citizen Queen. Today, the group has officially released their first original song “Call Me Queen,” a powerful pop/R&B rallying cry, wrapped firmly in self-empowerment and swagger via RCA Records....

John Legend to Host the NBC GLOBAL CITIZEN PRIZE AWARDS Photo John Legend to Host the NBC GLOBAL CITIZEN PRIZE AWARDS
by Sarah Jae Leiber - December 08, 2020

NBC will air the two-hour special “Global Citizen Prize Awards” on Saturday, Dec. 19 at 8 p.m. ET/PT, hosted by John Legend, the EGOT-winning, critically acclaimed multiplatinum singer-songwriter and coach on “The Voice.” ...

Peel Reveal New Single 'Citizen X' Photo Peel Reveal New Single 'Citizen X'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 05, 2020

Peel’s innovative and emotional debut masters the integration of melodic synths and psych as it shape-shifts from one song to the next....

TikTok Stars Avenue Beat To Discuss Voting On @ASCAP Instagram Live Photo TikTok Stars Avenue Beat To Discuss Voting On @ASCAP Instagram Live
by A.A. Cristi - September 21, 2020

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) announced a few days ago, the launch of the ASCAP Citizen campaign, powered by HeadCount, urging ASCAP's more than 775,000 music creator members and their fans to make sure their votes are counted on Election Day 2020.  ...

HeadCount & Global Citizen Announce JUST VOTE Photo HeadCount & Global Citizen Announce JUST VOTE
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 08, 2020

International advocacy organization Global Citizen and voter registration organization HeadCount today announced the launch of the Just Vote campaign....

Citizen Schraider is Not Stopping Any Time Soon Photo Citizen Schraider is Not Stopping Any Time Soon
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 26, 2020

Citizen Schraider with his energy and unique style, he will soon be a household name for hip hop....











Videos

Recommended For You