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Dominic Tinio has been helping restore Black Rock for over two decades now. And after this year’s torrential rainstorms that left revelers trapped in the mud, he has his work cut out for him. By Gabriella Paiella September 14, 2023 DA cleaning up after 2023’s Burning Man.Courtesy of DA Once the last of the wooden

Drake and SZA have joined forces for a new song, ‘Slime You Out’. Drake worked on the track, which marks his first collaboration with SZA, with producers Bnyx, Noah “40” Shebib, Dalton Tennant, and Noel Cadastre. Listen to it below. In 2020, on 21 Savage and Metro Boomin’s track ‘Mr. Right Now’, Drake rapped, “Said

The field of broadcasting has experienced progress over time. From the days of telegraphs and radio waves to the age of digital streaming, broadcasting technologies have evolved significantly. This article explores the history and growth of broadcasting technologies, emphasizing how these advancements have transformed the media landscape. The roots of broadcasting can be traced back

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom has survived countless reshoots and WB regime changes to push ahead for a Christmastime release date. By Grant Rindner September 15, 2023 Patrick Wilson and Jason Momoa in Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures Superhero movie fans aren’t exactly known for their patience, and those waiting to

The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We reads as a dramatic title, but stress the second to last word and you hear the beginning of a question. The songs on Mitski’s seventh album sound like that, too: bold yet tentative, elegant yet knotty, drawing you in with their organic beauty until you realize you’re

Deeper is a Chicago four-piece whose origins date back to 2014, when vocalist/guitarist Nic Gohl, guitarist Mike Clawson, drummer Shiraz Bhatti, and bassist Drew McBride decided to continue using the name following the dissolution of a previous iteration of the band. After landing a deal with Fire Talk Records, Deeper released their self-titled debut LP

J Balvin, Usher, and DJ Khaled have joined forces for a new song, ‘Dientes’. Mura Masa, Fred Ball, DJ Luian, Mambo Kingz, Tainy, and Michael Brun co-produced the track, which interpolates Usher’s 2004 hit ‘Yeah!’. It arrives alongside an accompanying visual, which you can check out below. J Balvin’s most recent album was 2021’s Jose.

Donald is putting the iconic Star Wars character’s cape on again, this time with full creative control. September 14, 2023 Donald Glover is officially making a Lando Calrissian movie with his brother Stephen.Courtesy of Lucasfilm The sibling duo of Donald and Stephen Glover have crafted plenty of iconic characters together, from Atlanta’s perpetually exasperated Paper

Introduction Embroidery is an ancient artform that involves decorating fabric using a needle and thread. The threads used in embroidery come in a variety of materials, each with their own properties and uses. Choosing the right thread material is key for any embroidery project. The six most common types of embroidery threads are cotton, polyester,

IAN SWEET has unveiled a new song, ‘Emergency Contact’, taken from her upcoming LP SUCKER. Following lead single ‘Your Spit’, the track comes with an accompanying video directed by Brittany Reeber and starring Saturday Night Live‘s Martin Herlihy. Watch and listen below. “‘Emergency Contact’ is biting and sarcastic at its core. It’s a protection song

All casino games have a string of superstitions associated with them – some more than others. In particular, the popular game of Bingo has a fair share of superstitions. Delving further into the world of Bingo superstitions, it’s evident that many of them are purely just our minds trying to seek patterns in randomness. Carry

The latest clip from Scorsese’s upcoming opus pretty much confirms Leonardo DiCaprio and Lily Gladstone are locks for the Oscars. By Grant Rindner September 13, 2023 Lily Gladstone and Leonardo DiCaprio’s performances in Killers of the Flower Moon are already garnering Oscar buzz.Courtesy of AppleTV+ Apple TV released a second trailer for Martin Scorsese’s Killers

In 2019, Texas saw 731 fatalities in intersection accidents – and that’s at intersections alone. When you consider all other accident-prone areas, the numbers rise tremendously. Over the past few decades, vehicle manufacturers and city planners have put various measures in place to prevent accidents, but they still happen. This begs the question, what’s causing

Fresh off her performance at the MTV VMAs, Olivia Rodrigo has announced a world tour in support of her new album GUTS, which came out on Friday. The trek kicks off next February and will run through August, with dates across North America and Europe and featuring support from the Breeders, Chappell Roan, PinkPantheress, and

Are you already missing the warm sun, sandy shores, and the feeling of the ocean breeze against your skin? While the colder seasons may be approaching, it doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to your beach body. In fact, now is the perfect time to start preparing for next summer! With a few key

Last Saturday in New York, Gunna took the stage for the first time since getting released from jail and delivered one of the year’s best rap performances. Photography by BANVOA September 12, 2023 Since his release from prison amidst the ongoing YSL trial, Gunna has opted to let his music and the work do the

Vagabon has unveiled one more single from her new album, Sorry I Haven’t Called, ahead of its release this Friday. ‘Lexicon’ follows previous offerings ‘Carpenter’, ‘Can I Talk My Shit?’, and ‘Do Your Worst’. Check it out via the accompanying video below. “I wrote the song, the verses, the chorus, all of the bridge, and

“I want it to be, like, messy,” Olivia Rodrigo declared a few seconds into her debut album SOUR, abruptly replacing the orchestral strings that open ‘brutal’ with a jagged alt-rock riff. It’s a bold aesthetic for the pandemic’s biggest breakout pop star to lean into, but it stretched through the rest of the album, which

Throughout the week, we update our Best New Songs playlist with the new releases that caught our attention the most, be it a single leading up to the release of an album or a newly unveiled deep cut. And each Monday, we round up the best new songs released over the past week (the eligibility period begins

Beyoncé described Kevin JZ Prodigy as the “heartbeat” of her world tour. Here, the artist talks about bringing his influence to the masses via Renaissance. By Heven Haile September 7, 2023 Photographs: Getty Images; Collage: Gabe Conte About midway through the Renaissance World Tour show, Philly ballroom commentator and artist Kevin JZ Prodigy reintroduces Beyoncé

Teeth whitening has been a popular trend in recent years, with more and more people seeking a brighter, whiter smile. While it used to be a luxury reserved for celebrities and the wealthy, teeth whitening has become more accessible and affordable to the general public. With the rise of social media and the emphasis on

The Natvral is the solo project of Kip Berman, who led the Pains of Being Pure at Heart for more than a decade before the indie-pop band broke up in 2019. Berman started Pains after moving to New York, and their last collection of original material, 2017’s The Echo of Pleasure, came out shortly before he

Music, an art form that transcends cultural boundaries and speaks to the depths of the human soul, has long been recognized for its profound impact on our emotions and mental well-being.  However, the therapeutic potential of music extends beyond just soothing the mind; it can also play a significant role in regulating hormonal health.  In

Neeson’s latest film, Retribution, is further proof that he’s still relying on his particular set of skills, with diminishing returns. By Jake Kring-Schreifels September 7, 2023 Photographs: Everett Collection; Collage: Gabe Conte Liam Neeson never planned on becoming Hollywood’s most reliable Dad Movie action star. Throughout the first three decades of his illustrious stage and

The Hermès Birkin bag is one of the world’s most iconic and coveted luxury handbags. Because of its impeccable construction, valuable materials, and timelessly elegant design, this purse is seen on the arms of celebrities and influencers and is considered a wise investment. In this article, we’ll explore the popularity of Hermès Birkin and the

Art curator Vittoria Beltrame has teamed up with Daa Art to host a new group exhibition titled Echoes of Belonging. The artists showcased will include Daisy Clarke, Ranny Cooper, Malgorzata Drohomirecka, Suzanna James, Yves Leather, Aoibhin Maguire, Sarah-Athina Nahas, Nora Neagoe, Phillip Reeves, and Diana Zrnic. Talking about the exhibition Beltrame said: “Daa Art and I are thrilled

Chvrches have shared ‘Talking in My Sleep’, a previously unheard track that will appear on the 10th-anniversary reissue of the group’s debut album, The Bones of What You Believe. Listen to it below. “It feels quite strange that Bones is almost a decade old,” Lauren Mayberry said in a statement. “In some ways, it’s like

And big stars showed up. By Grant Rindner September 8, 2023 Paul Mescal attends the 2nd Soho House Awards, which yes, are a real thing, at DUMBO House on September 07, 2023 in New York City.Courtesy of Arturo Holmes via Getty Images The Grammys claim to be “Music’s biggest night,” and the Academy Awards still