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Brooklyn-based harpist and songwriter Rebecca Kitba Bryson El-Saleh, who records as Kitba, has announced their self-titled debut LP. It’s out July 21 on Ruination Record Co., and its lead single, ‘My Words Don’t Work’, is out today. Check it out and find the album cover and tracklist below. “I tried not to put this on

Grizzly Bear’s Christopher Bear and Daniel Rossen have reunited to score Celine Song’s new A24 film Past Lives. Set for release on June 9 via A24 Music, the soundtrack features ‘Quiet Eyes’, an original song written and performed by Sharon Van Etten and Zachary Dawes. Today, they’ve shared two songs from it, ‘Why Are You

In May, a new report from The Hollywood Reporter shed some interesting light on who we can expect to be the next Man of Steel. Nicholas Hoult, Jacob Elordi, and more frontrunners. By Lucy Ford May 16, 2023 There’s so much whiplash in the DC Universe that you’d be forgiven for believing Superman has turned the

You’ve heard of the record, now get ready for The Album, the debut – uh, sorry, (checks notes) sixth studio full-length by the Jonas Brothers. If that strikes you as kind of a placeholder title, wait till you hear the actual songs, which are so asinine and largely void of personality you’d probably be inclined to dismiss

Twin Princess, the Philadelphia outfit led by singer-songwriter Pauli Mia that fuses synth-pop with doom country, has shared a new single called ‘Violets’. It’s lifted from their upcoming debut LP Blood Moon, which arrives on May 26. Take a listen below. “‘Violets’ is a song to dance to when you’ve found yourself alone at the

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky in Los Angeles, California on March 15, 2023.Courtesy of thecelebrityfinder/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images via Getty. Even before the official name reveal, the hip-hop power couple were leaving clues everywhere. By Grant Rindner May 15, 2023 Wu-Tang has never been more for the children than it is right now. Rihanna hasn’t been shy about

Horse Jumper of Love have shared a new song called ‘Singing by the Sink’. It’s taken from their upcoming mini-album Heartbreak Rules, which is out this Friday (via Run for Cover) and has already been previewed by the title track. Give it a listen below. “I was inspired by my grandmother singing old Greek folk

A car is a significant investment no matter which way you slice it. You’re going to love driving it (hopefully) and it’s going to be part of a lot of big moments and great memories for you and your family. However, there are plenty of expenses associated with owning a car.. Additionally, at a certain

Beverly Glenn-Copeland has announced The Ones Ahead, his first new album in almost 20 years. The follow-up to 2004’s Primal Prayer is set for release on July 28 via Transgressive. Along with the announcement, Glenn-Copeland has shared the lead single ‘Africa Calling’, which you can check out below. “In the ‘80s I had the honour

Yasujiro Ozu (1903-1963) was one of those rare directors who seemed incapable of making a truly awful film. Granted, a sizable portion of his early career in the 1920s and ‘30s has been lost—swept away by the cataclysms that wiped out an estimated 96% of Japanese silent cinema1—so we have no access to Wife Lost

Kelly AuCoin, David Costabile, Damian Lewis, Daniel K. Isaac, in Billions.Courtesy of Jeff Neumann for Showtime via Everett Collection. From Billions to Severance, some of your favorite shows are already seeing significant delays due to the WGA strike. By Grant Rindner May 12, 2023 The ongoing writers strike may seem, at first glance, like a

Music can transport us to different worlds, evoke emotions, and even help us focus during daily tasks. The right earphones can make all the difference when fully immersing yourself in your favorite tunes. High-quality earphones improve sound clarity, reduce strain on your ears, and provide a more enjoyable listening experience. This blog will explore how

Cashmere jumpers are a luxurious and timeless wardrobe staple that every fashion-conscious individual should consider adding to their collection. Cashmere jumpers are made from the soft, fine undercoat of cashmere goats renowned for their luxurious softness, warmth, durability, and versatility. Whether you’re dressing up or down, a cashmere jumper can elevate your outfit and provide

Photographs: TikTok; Collage: Gabe Conte TikTok stars like TJ Mack creator Brian Jordan Alvarez—plus the brothers themselves—weigh in on how the guys hacked the algorithm and boosted the app’s up-and-coming talent along the way. By Kate Lindsay May 12, 2023 For one week late in March, the Jonas Brothers were the TikTok For You page. They

Juilliard Extension is pleased to celebrate the success of the Introductory Ballroom Dance Workshop that took place on Sunday, April 23. Participants had the opportunity to learn ballroom dancing from the world-renowned dance duo, Denys Drozdyuk and Antonina Skobina. The workshop was designed to help students learn and improve the basic ballroom dance techniques and

Washington singer-songwriter Margo Cilker has announced her sophomore album, Valley of Heart’s Delight. The follow-up to 2021’s Pohorylle is set to arrive on September 15 via Fluff & Gravy Records. Check out its lead single and opening track, ‘Lowland Trail’, below. Speaking about the new album, Cilker said in a press release: I wrote these

New York Daily News/Getty Images Federal prosecutors say the New York congressman used campaign funds for “luxury designer clothing and credit card payments.” By Eileen Cartter May 10, 2023 George Santos, the checkered first-term Republican congressman from New York, pleaded not guilty to 13 criminal charges including wire fraud and money laundering on Wednesday, stemming

Photograph: Getty Images; Collage: Gabe Conte The anachronistic ceremony enthroning King Charles took on an uneasy quality under the flattening, exacting lens of the internet. By Kate Lindsay May 11, 2023 The Coronation of King Charles was always going to land with a thud. While Queen Elizabeth acceded the throne in 1953 at just 25,

Beyoncé kicked off her Renaissance World Tour at Friends Arena on May 10, 2023 in Stockholm, Sweden.Courtesy of Kevin Mazur via Getty Images for Parkwood. The pop diva opened her anticipated international show in Stockholm last night and has fans wondering—is it a farewell tour? By Grant Rindner May 11, 2023 The biggest blockbuster of

The longtime actor talks about his directorial debut, Shortcomings, what real creative freedom looks like, and why he’s been working out so much. By Yang-Yi Goh Photography by Kristen Jan Wong May 12, 2023 In January, the actor Randall Park premiered his directorial debut, Shortcomings, at Sundance. Adapted from Adrian Tomine’s celebrated 2007 graphic novel of the

Miya Folick has dropped another single from her upcoming album Roach. This one’s called ‘Cockroach’, and it comes with a visual by Noah Kentis. Check it out below. “I love this song and I am addicted to it,” Folick remarked in a press release. “I wrote the melody and lyrics for ‘Cockroach’ driving home from

Remi Wolf has released ‘Prescription’, her first new single of 2023. Inspired by a conversation she had with filmmaker Boots Riley, Wolf co-produced the song with Solomonophonic and Knox Fortune. Check it out below, along with a 7-minute edit of the track. “A few months ago, Boots Riley called me and we spoke about his

In recent years, Chris Lake has become one of the most recognised names in the world of electronic music, having collaborated with the likes of Steve Aoki, Green Velvet, and now Aluna for his latest single, Beggin’. Chris joined us for an interview to talk about the song, the music industry, and his advice to promising

As the summer approaches, you may be thinking about spending some time with the kids at the pool, or going to the beach with your friends. Regardless of your reason, you may want to look your best, even for a day spent submerged in the water. Finding a new bikini can be a bit of

Brandy Clark has released a new song, ‘Northwest’, which will appear on her forthcoming self-titled album. It follows the previously shared singles ‘She Smoked In The House’ and ‘Buried’. Listen to it below. “Being born and raised in the western Washington, it was all I knew until I moved to Nashville in my early 20s,”

The Museum 54 in Tribeca, New York City hosted a 3-day pop-up exhibition titled “Ways of Seeing,” which explored female identity from a subjective viewpoint. Throughout history, artists of various mediums have portrayed women as objects existing only in the spiritual or ideal realm. The exhibition’s curator, Yahan Wang, and the team of Museum 54

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