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Vito Schnabel Gallery will exhibit Lola Montes’ Cirica, inspired by Sicily’s Homeric myths. Its title is derived from the island’s Cirica peninsula, where fishermen assemble to collect antique shards of Roman and Greek ceramic from the sea. According to mythology, Circe, daughter of Helios, lived in Cirica, and she was the enchantress of Ulysses who transformed

Numero Group have announced We Blame Chicago, a 5xLP box set collecting the work of the St. Louis band 90 Day Men. Out January 19, the set compiles the band’s three studio albums, remastered by Heba Kadry, along with a previously unreleased John Peel session recorded in 2001, EPs, singles, and outtakes. The release comes

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

Growing up in Melbourne, Australia, Angie McMahon took up piano and trumpet as a child and got her first big break in 2013 after winning a competition to support Bon Jovi on tour. After spending years playing in a local soul project called The Fabric, she released her debut single, ‘Slow Mover’, in 2017, and

boygenius were the musical guests on last night’s episode of Saturday Night Live, which was hosted by Timothée Chalamet. Donning their signature suits, the trio of Phoebe Bridgers, Julien Baker, and Lucy Dacus performed ‘Not Strong Enough’ and ‘Satanist’ from the record. They also joined Chalamet in dressing like Troye Sivan in a sketch called

The 2024 Grammy nominations have been announced. SZA scored the most nominations with nine overall, including Album of the Year, Record of the Year, and Song of the Year. Phoebe Bridgers follows with seven nods – six with boygenius and one for her SZA collab ‘Ghost in the Machine’ – alongside Victoria Monét and mixing

Renting a property can be an exciting and daunting experience for tenants. While it offers the opportunity to have a place of their own, there are certain things that tenants should be aware of before signing a lease agreement.  In this blog post, we will discuss four important things that every tenant should know before

Embarking on a date is like stepping into a world of possibilities, and the right fragrance can be your invisible companion, leaving a lasting impression. Natural perfumes, with their alluring and subtle notes, are gaining popularity among those who seek a unique olfactory experience. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you choose the perfect natural

“I think the indie rock world really feeds off trauma,” Jilian Medford said in press materials for her new album, SUCKER. “If you’re not going through something terrible, people are like, ‘What’s the story?’” Even if it becomes relatively clearer by the time of release, promoting it can be exhausting: Medford’s previous effort as IAN SWEET, the

String Machine have surprise-released a new EP, Turn Off Anything on Again. It features three new songs: ‘Misfire’, ‘Out Loud’, and ‘I See You the Same’. Take a listen below. Turn Off Anything on Again marks the band’s first release since last year’s Hallelujah Hell Yeah. “We took a little break from shows to get

In the digital age, a revolutionary form of currency has emerged, known as Bitcoin. Conceived in 2008 by an anonymous entity named Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin heralded the beginning of a new era in finance. As the world’s first decentralized digital currency, it operates without a central bank or single administrator. But beyond its technical brilliance,

Sheer Mag have announced their third LP and first for Third Man Records, Playing Favorites. The follow-up to 2019’s A Distant Call is set to land on March 1, 2024, and features the previously unveiled song ‘All Lined Up’. The title track is out today alongside a video directed by Craig Scheihing. Check it out

On November 17th, a solo exhibition of Japanese artist Yuichiro Ukai will be presented at Venus Over Manhattan under the direction of Kyoto gallerist Yukiko Koide of Yukiko Koide Presents. This presentation of 15 new works by the artist marks Ukai’s first solo exhibition with the gallery and follows the American Folk Art Museum’s recent

Laura Jane Grace has announced a new album, Hole in My Head, marking her first solo release since 2021’s At War With the Silverfish EP. It’s to arrive on February 16 via Polyvinyl. Today’s announcement comes with the release of the title track, alongside a music video directed by Gilbert Trejo. Check it out below.

The intersection of cryptocurrency and online gaming has spawned a novel ecosystem where blockchain-based casinos are carving a niche for themselves. These platforms are leveraging the unique attributes of blockchain technology – decentralization, transparency, and security – to reinvent the wheel of online slot gaming. The Advent of Decentralized Gaming Traditional online casinos are centralized

Movies have always been a significant part of our culture, offering entertainment, insight, and a way to see the world through different lenses. Writing a movie review is more than just sharing opinions; it’s about conveying a comprehensive understanding of the film’s elements to potential viewers. Here’s a detailed guide on how to craft an

Gaming is much more accepted as a pastime now compared to not too long ago. But it can still receive criticism from some people for being a waste of time or childish. There’s no need to have any excuse for playing games other than it’s fun, but there are also plenty of other benefits. From

Yaeji has released a new single, ‘easy breezy’, alongside an accompanying self-directed video. Check it out below. In a statement about the song, Yaeji explained: “Easy Breezy” feels like a sequel that weaves a thread through my past releases (and my past selves). “Learning to let go” – something i learned from “For Granted” “진정한

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

Today, the 4th of November, Hauser & Wirth opened ‘Westward Ho!,’ its first solo exhibition with Allison Katz, whose work explores the intersections between autobiography, art history, information systems, and commodity culture. On view at Hauser & Wirth’s West Hollywood in Los Angeles, this presentation showcases new paintings, some of which were made during Katz’s

Adam Johnstone, lead guitarist for the Melbourne power-pop grup Romero, has died. Johnstone’s brother and bandmate Dave shared the news in a statement on the band’s Instagram, revealing that Adam passed away last month at 32 after a battle with cancer. Read the post in full below. Adam and Dave formed Romero in 2019 alongside

The youngest member of BTS finally ventures out on his own. By Lucy Ford November 3, 2023 When Jung Kook released his first solo single “Seven” back in July, he went somewhere he’d never gone in his more than decade-long career with South Korean group BTS – he went explicit. The collaboration with rapper Latto

CBD (Cannabidiol) has gained significant popularity for its potential therapeutic benefits, and one of the most sought-after CBD products is CBD creams. These creams offer a convenient way to harness the potential of CBD for localized relief from various issues such as pain, inflammation, and skin conditions. However, with the plethora of CBD creams available

Chronic conditions can be life-altering, impacting the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. From chronic pain to anxiety disorders, these conditions often require ongoing management and relief. While traditional treatments exist, an alternative and increasingly popular approach to managing chronic conditions is the use of CBD (cannabidiol) gummies. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll

The Max Payne creator’s latest is a meta-masterpiece worth getting lost in. By Scott Meslow November 3, 2023 At a glance, Alan Wake II might seem like the kind of story you’ve seen a few dozen times already. A corpse has been discovered in Washington State. A couple of FBI agents — one gruff and

St. Vincent covered Kate Bush’s ‘Running Up That Hill (A Deal with God)’ at the 38th Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame induction ceremony, which took place at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center last night. Watch the performance below. Outkast rapper Big Boi, who called himself Bush’s “biggest fan,” delivered her induction speech. “I know what some