Jenna Bush Hager Pulls Off April Fool’s Day Prank on 'Today' Show April 1, 2026, marked a chaotic yet humorous episode of Today With Jenna & Sheinelle as host Jenna Bush Hager orchestrated a surprise April Fool’s Day prank on her co-host Willie Geist. The segment, which aired on the morning news show, began with a discussion of unrelated topics, including Lamar Odom’s new documentary and Raye’s album, before escalating into a comedic mishap involving a $20,000 cake. Geist, who had joined Hager for the second day of the week’s episode, was initially taken aback when Hager walked over to assist in moving a cake across the set. The cake, described as a viral sensation on social media, was said to be a one-of-a-kind creation priced at $20,000. As Hager reached for the dessert, it slipped from the tray, splattered across the studio floor, and caused her to lose her balance. The incident left the set in stunned silence before Today Digital Executive Editor Arianna Davis Santana quipped, “Well, there goes the one cake, $20,000.” Geist, however, quickly realized the prank was in motion. He pointed at Hager, declaring, “I knew it,” to which she responded with a playful question: “You knew it?” The moment was further amplified when Geist exclaimed, “April Fools!” after helping Hager up. Hager later admitted she had not planned the fall, though she revealed her children had already pulled pranks on their family ahead of the holiday. The prank’s setup was revealed to be a cleverly staged act. A Jenna & Sheinelle crew member had stripped and re-iced the cake within 45 minutes, creating the illusion of a rare, high-value dessert. Geist humorously remarked that the effort was “worth it,” acknowledging the skill required to execute the trick.#today_show #jenna_bush_hager #lamar_odom #raye #willie_geist
RAYE: THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE. Album Review | Pitchfork The British singer’s second album is all curated melancholy and aestheticized heartache, winding its way through jazz, orchestral pop, and R&B with melodramatic flair. Rock bottom, for RAYE, has immaculate production value. On THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE., her second record, she renders despair beautiful in Parisian noir, adorned in a crimson dress, waterproof mascara, and Jimmy Choos that click-clack on wet cobblestone. The British singer narrates her heartbreak with a Bridget Jones charm: She’s seven Negronis deep, listening to Édith Piaf, indulging in a piece of chocolate cake. Even the thunder arrives on cue, accompanied by the London Symphony Orchestra. This is curated melancholy, a 73-minute melodrama where sorrow is filtered through an Old Hollywood lens until it sparkles. “I’ll be sad and beautiful,” she pledges on “Winter Woman.”, and for the duration of the record, she never breaks character. There’s a reason behind this drama queen’s theatrics. Before My 21st Century Blues made RAYE the first woman to win Songwriter of the Year at the BRIT Awards, she spent seven years at Polydor watching her songs get shelved or handed to others. She’d had success with some singles, but claimed her label wouldn’t let her release a full album—so she left, and released her debut independently. Finally she held the microphone; this follow-up is the sound of someone who has decided she will never hand it back. In a pop industry that rewards front-loaded hooks, TikTok-ified bridges, and short runtimes, RAYE chooses to be inconvenient. She lets 17 tracks sprawl across four season-themed acts, favoring slow builds, spoken-word tangents, and four-, five-, six-minute songs that save their plot twists for the end. Some listeners might skip ahead. Their loss.#brit_awards #raye #pitchfork #polydor #london_symphony_orchestra
RAYE unveils seasonal track list for new album, criticizes leaker RAYE has shared the track list for her upcoming album, This Music May Contain Hope, which is set to release on March 27. The project is organized into thematic sections representing the four seasons, with winter, spring, and summer each featuring four tracks, while autumn includes five. The album’s Instagram reveal included a detailed breakdown of the songs, alongside acknowledgments of notable collaborators. Among the featured artists are Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Al Green, Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer, and RAYE’s own family members. The track “Fields” includes a contribution from her grandfather, Michael, a former songwriter who was brought onstage by RAYE during her 2024 award win. Two of her sisters, Abby-Lynn Keen and Lauren Keen, also appear under the names Absolutely and Amma, respectively. The album’s track list includes a mix of introspective and energetic songs, such as “Intro: Girl Under The Grey Cloud,” “I Will Overcome,” and “Beware.. The South London Lover Boy.” Collaborations with Zimmer and Green are highlighted in tracks like “Click Clack Symphony” and “Goodbye Henry,” while the emotional “I Hate The Way I Look Today” and the dramatic “WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!” add depth to the collection. RAYE’s Instagram post also included a personal message directed at someone who allegedly leaked the track list. She wrote, “To the mean person who leaked track list you rlly suck (big thumbs down).” The post concluded with a list of all 17 tracks, emphasizing the album’s seasonal structure and its blend of personal and collaborative storytelling.#hans_zimmer #al_green #this_music_may_contain_hope #raye #michael
RAYE – “Click Clack Symphony.” (Feat. Hans Zimmer) 9:38 AM EDT on March 20, 2026 RAYE is set to release her new album THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE. on March 27, 2026, with the third single “Click Clack Symphony” featuring Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer. The track, which RAYE has already performed live this year, blends percussive clatter with a grand symphonic arrangement. Her rapid-fire vocals flirt with hyperpop influences, paired with spoken-word segments that convey a message of urgency and liberation. The song’s title is a nod to the sound of high heels, a metaphor for moments when friends or family must gently push someone out of their comfort zone. RAYE describes the track as an invitation to “get out of the house and start living again,” emphasizing the role of loved ones in helping others navigate difficult times. She explains, “Thank goodness for those people in our lives that help us in our dark times.” The album follows the release of lead single “WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!” and the ballad “Nightingale Lane,” which showcased RAYE’s signature blend of manic energy and soulful storytelling. THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE. marks her latest chapter as a retro-inspired artist with a growing global following. The release is scheduled through Human Re Sources, the label behind RAYE’s work. The album’s themes of resilience and connection align with her previous projects, reinforcing her role as a voice for introspection and reinvention in contemporary music. The article also highlights other music releases, including Prism Shores’ “Magical Thinking,” U.S. Girls’ “You’ve Got Everything – But A Smile (Theme From Dead Lover),” and Daughn Gibson’s upcoming album Lake Mary.#hans_zimmer #raye #this_music_may_contain_hope #human_re_sources #prism_shores
