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It’s been proven time and time again that sales promotions have a major impact on consumer purchase behavior. Research shows that when it comes to making a buying decision, 36% of consumers would opt to purchase promotional items, encouraging marketers and retailers to invest more in these enticing offers. From the persuasive element to the

The Apple TV+ show, which stars Idris Elba, is a fun way to kill time between seasons of Severance—until the writers try to land the thing. By Kate Lindsay August 11, 2023 Aidan Monaghan Ever since my boyfriend went out of town last week and I turned to my television for company, I have been

In this segment, we showcase the most notable albums out each week. Here are the albums out on August 11, 2023: Noname, Sundial Noname is back with her first album in five years. Sundial, the follow-up to the rapper’s sophomore LP Room 25, clocks in at just over half an hour and features collaborations with

Sigrid is back with a new single called ‘The Hype’. The Norwegian singer-songwriter co-produced the song with longtime collaborator Askjell. Check it out below. “We’ve all been there, when you wonder if you’ve lived up to the expectations,” Sigrid explained in a statement. “I thought about the term Hype, in love and at work, and

IAN SWEET have announced the follow-up to 2021’s Show Me How You Disappear. It’s called SUCKER, and it’s set to drop on November 3 via Polyvinyl. Lead Single ‘Your Spit’, which was co-produced by Alex Craig and Strange Ranger’s Isaac Eiger, arrives with a music video directed by Brittany Reeber and featuring cameos from Saturday

The New Hollywood auteur, who died this week, made an indelible mark on queer film history with The Boys in the Band and Cruising. By Kyle Turner August 10, 2023 Photographs: Everett Collection; Collage: Gabe Conte “You are a real card-carrying cunt.” That line comes from Michael, a self-excoriating character in William Friedkin’s 1970 film

thanks for coming, the songwriting project of Water From Your Eyes’ Rachel Brown, has announced a new EP titled What Is My Capacity to Love?. Following their 2022 compilation You Haven’t Missed Much, the EP comes out September 29 via Danger Collective. Listen to the new single ‘Loop’ below. Speaking about the new track and

Robbie Robertson, best known as the lead guitarist and songwriter of the Band, has died at the age of 80. According to a statement from his management, the musician passed away in Los Angeles after a long illness. “Robbie was surrounded by his family at the time of his death, including his wife, Janet, his

A conversation with the author, whose novel White Tears was input as source material for a controversial site called Prosecraft this week. By Chris Gayomali August 9, 2023 Photograph by Clayton Cubbitt; Collage: Gabe Conte On Monday, Hari Kunzru, the Brooklyn-based author behind celebrated novels like White Tears and Red Pill, became the center of

Sixto Rodriguez, the Detroit musician who was the subject of the Oscar-winning documentary Searching for Sugar Man, has died. “It is with great sadness that we at Sugarman.org announce that Sixto Diaz Rodriguez has passed away earlier today,” a statement on his official website reads. “We extend our most heartfelt condolences to his daughters –

Mykki Blanco has announced a new EP, Postcards From Italia, which drops September 22 via Transgressive. Their first new music since 2022’s Stay Close to Music, the 6-track project was once again produced alongside FaltyD and includes the new single ‘Holidays in the Sun’. Give it a listen below. “’Holidays in the Sun’ was created

Festivals and fairs during the entire year. Never-ending events, and every single day filled with something new and experiences you will never get to forget. Even though it sounds practically impossible that there is a place on Earth where every day is celebrated, you are absolutely wrong. In Michigan, you never get to live the

The Watchmen, The Good Place, and Master of None writer weighs in on why this strike could determine the fate of Hollywood. By Frazier Tharpe August 8, 2023 Photograph: Getty Images; Collage: Gabe Conte As the Hollywood writers strike rages on—and with the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) having joined the WGA in the fray in

Do you wish to have the perfect outfit for every occasion while traveling? Are you tired of carrying around heavy suitcases during your travels? If your answer to these questions is YES, you have come to the right place. In this blog, we will dive into the world of travel capsule wardrobes. It is the

Bena Rose Bruce has announced a new EP called Lighting Up. Following her latest album Deep Is the Way, which arrived in January, the EP features reimagined versions of four album tracks, plus the recently released title track. It’s out on September 1. Along with the news, the singer-songwriter has enlisted the Budapest Art Orchestra

Supernatural horror has enjoyed a significant resurgence in America over the last fifteen years. Following an era of horror cinema defined by franchise remakes and “torture porn” films such as the original Saw series (2004–2010), ghosts, demons and haunted houses came back into vogue with the release of Paranormal Activity (2009), Insidious (2010), Sinister (2012)

He was a rising TikTok star when his playful pitch to join Saturday Night Live went massively, disastrously viral. “I was not able to do anything to move my life forward for an entire year,” Novak tells GQ. And then a new wave of fans began clamoring for his return. By Kate Lindsay August 7,

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, Barbiehood has evolved from the archetype of the blonde-haired, blue-eyed woman. That’s a credit to the undertaking of rappers like Nicki Minaj. By Heven Haile August 6, 2023 Photograph: Getty Images; Collage: Armando Zaragoza Kent Theater, Brooklyn. Five minutes until Barbie starts. Here, girlhood is sacred. Unsupervised tweens in hot-pink bobs record TikToks in

John Gosling, former keyboardist with the Kinks from 1970 through 1978, has died at the age of 75. The band confirmed the news on their social media pages, writing: “We are deeply saddened by the news of the passing of John Gosling. We are sending our condolences to John’s wife and family.” “Condolences to his

Pinkshift have announced a new EP, suraksha, with the new single ‘home’. Featuring the previously released track ‘to me’, the EP arrives October 13 via Hopeless Records. Check out ‘Home’ below. surakṣā (or सुरक्षा) is a Hindi word borrowed from Sanskrit that means “protection” or “security.” “I grew up listening to Bollywood and Indian classical

Vaping is a hobby that you can get quite surprisingly involved in. While you can start off by buying relatively simple, disposable vapes with one pound e-liquids from online stores (and that’s always the most recommended option), if you really want to get into it, you can.  People make their own custom devices, and you

The New York rapper got shot seven times last summer. Now he’s back with a new outlook on life and his career. By Jordan Coley August 4, 2023 “You wanna go more gangsta love, white love, or Black love?” Lil Tjay is scavenging his phone for the right vibe from his new album, 222, to

Open Mike Eagle has announced a new project titled Another Triumph of Ghetto Engineering. Following last year’s Component System With the Auto Reverse, the record comes out August 16. Lead single ‘WFLD 32’ features Eshu Tune (aka Hannibal Buress), Still Rift, and Video Dave. Check it out below. Another Triumph of Ghetto Engineering also includes

Car maintenance is crucial in ensuring the longevity and safety of vehicles. Regular upkeep and adherence to essential maintenance tasks are vital for preventing breakdowns, costly repairs, and potential safety hazards. This blog post will discuss the top car maintenance tasks that should never be overlooked. Oil Changes Regular oil changes are crucial for maintaining

In an interview with GQ, comedian Kyle Gordon talks about the rousing success of his fake ‘90s Eurodance hit. By Gabriella Paiella August 4, 2023 Everybody movement! What, exactly, makes a song the song of the summer? It can never be forced. It must simply float into the ether and, through a mystical combination of

Halle, half of the sister duo Chloe x Halle, has released her debut solo single, ‘Angel’. Produced by Theron ‘NeffU’ Feemster, the track arrives with an accompanying video directed by Wendy Morgan. Check it out below. “This song for me is so very special and near and dear to my heart,” Halle said in a