Jay Z Relaunches Tidal Streaming With Many Artists Partnering With Him Including Beyonce, Kanye West, Madonna, Daft Punk and Nicki Minaj

Today, Jay Z threw a launch event in New York City to celebrate the re-launch of Tidal, the streaming service he recently purchased. Win and Regine from Arcade Fire, Kanye, Beyoncé, Daft Punk, Jack White, Nicki Minaj, Madonna, Rihanna, Usher, Alicia Keys, J. Cole, and many more artists were all on hand for the launch. It was announced that they are all co-owners of the service. After a speech from Alicia Keys, they all signed a declaration.

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J. Cole Announces “Forest Hills” Tour

After releasing his 2014 Forest Hill Drive album last fall, J. Cole is planning to hit the road in 2015. The North Carolina rapper will be joined by Bas, Cozz and Omen as support acts from Dreamville, stopping off in the likes of Nashville, New Orleans, San Antonio, Eugene and many other cities, with more still to be announced. “The real is back” according to Jermaine, and fans should be expecting something special from the live shows.

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