2ŁØT are one of those brilliant bands blending R&B and electronic music into soulful blends that share music DNA with brilliant UK groups like Rudimental and Jungle. I call it “electrosoul”, and it fills dancefloors with delicious funkiness. On top of that, 2ŁØT have the honourable goal of social advocacy, including criminal justice reform and
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Based in the Thai province of Phetchabun, the multi-generational Khun Narin ensemble made their official global debut back in 2014 with Electric Phin Band. The group’s first release on Los Angeles label Innovative Leisure featured four tracks and 40 minutes of live performance centered around a plugged-in version of a phin, a lute that comes
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The release of Hangar 18 Files arrives at a critical cultural tipping point, capturing the exact moment the public demands absolute transparency regarding non-human intelligence. With congressional hearings, official military leaks, and whistleblower testimonies dominating global headlines, the long-awaited Disclosure Day is no longer a matter of science fiction—it is an unfolding reality. This film
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It’s the shortest text we’ve covered so far, and the oldest of its kind in the world. Referred to as a trauma-informed document by one constitutional scholar (there’s your clue), it was born of a major screw-up in the aftermath of the American Revolution that left laws unenforceable and foreign policy a hot, hot mess.
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It’s June 30th, which means two things. One: it’s the fifth Tuesday of the month, which is usually a quieter time for new releases—but there are some stellar titles included in that smaller batch. Two: it’s the last day of Pride Month. We read queer all year around here, but this is an excellent excuse
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July is Disability Pride Month, so today, I’m highlighting seven new books out in 2026 that are about queer disabled people. We’ve got poetry, romance, fantasy, memoir, and essays to choose from. This isn’t a complete list, but it’s a place to start. This is an aspect of queer book publishing that still has a
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Zando Penguin Audio Love gets dangerous in Brynne Weaver’s Ruinous Love Trilogy. In Leather & Lark, a fake marriage traps enemies in undeniable desire, blurring the line between pretense and something real. Scythe & Sparrow brings a broken doctor and a chaotic performer together, where healing hearts and buried secrets collide. Press play and fall
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Following its spectacular world premiere at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, the highly anticipated “glitter, sex, and violence” opera from the director of ‘Drive’ and ‘The Neon Demon’ prepares for its North American theatrical rollout. Independent film distributor NEON has officially announced the nationwide theatrical release of Her Private Hell, the stunning new feature film
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The 2026 BET Awards delivered one of the most memorable red carpets in recent memory. From archival fashion moments to custom creations, the night was a masterclass in celebrity dressing. Read on for the most attention grabbing looks, based on your likes: In no particular order… Muni Long in Sergio Hudson Muni Long made a
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At Clive Davis’ funeral Monday, Alicia Keys paid tribute to the late, legendary record executive with a eulogy she titled, “A Letter to the Man Who Believed First.” The emotional speech found Keys recalling her first audition for Davis and expounding upon the endless support and friendship he offered her during their years working together.
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Back in 2013, we took it upon ourselves to remind music fans that it’s our duty to remain at least somewhat civilized when we attend concerts. We weren’t asking people to stop drinking, dancing, and having fun. We just wanted them to stop acting in super obnoxious ways that annoyed everyone around them. Sadly, the
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Police are still investigating the discover, asking anyone with information to come forward The body of a newborn was discovered in a portable toilet at the Electric Forest Festival in Rothbury, Michigan this weekend. According to the Michigan State Police, an employee of the restroom vending company discovered the body “during routine maintenance” on Sunday
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Before discussing Anne Hellman’s new novel, The Indecipherables, an understanding of Alfred Hitchcock’s concept of “pure cinema” is in order. In a 1964 interview for the CBC television series Telescope, Hitchcock conflates “pure cinema” with the editing technique called montage, which is when “complementary pieces of film [are] put together, like notes of music, [to]
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Trumpets of Michel-Ange Vol. 2 Ibrahim Maalouf Mister Ibe 12 June 2026 Joy radiates from Trumpets of Michel-Ange Vol. 2, the newest release from acclaimed trumpeter Ibrahim Maalouf. It celebrates music and community, full to bursting with collaborators of many stripes and bright melodies, led by Maalouf‘s signature quarter-tone trumpet, an invention of his father’s
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Few things can turn a quiet afternoon into a full-blown competition faster than a deck of cards and a group of Filipinos. One moment, everyone is casually chatting. Next, someone is celebrating a winning hand while another player insists they were “one card away” from victory. That’s the magic of Pusoy. For generations, this beloved
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