Author: Amanda Collins
The wedding bells are ringing louder and louder for Selena Gomez, who just checked off a landmark occasion from her bridal to-do list ahead of her and Benny Blanco‘s nuptials: the bachelorette party. In a Thursday night (Aug. 28) post on Instagram, the singer-actress gave fans a peek inside the action-packed celebrations she and her closest girlfriends enjoyed in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, leading up to the big day. Spending lots of time by the beach, Gomez sported a white bikini and a “Bride to Be” veil in some of the snaps. The group also enjoyed a couple of dinners…
Melding a spirited rock appeal with an evident Drum ‘n’ Bass influence, “The Grand Ah-Whoom” is a recent track from Creatures of the Edge, the project of musician Justin Sanfilippo. The track’s rhythmic undercurrent initially involved a DnB loop, and Sanfilippo later recorded the final drum track using an actual kit — resulting in a rhythmic appeal that’s enjoyably organic, while still drawing from its original DnB inspiration. An enthusiastic array of guitars, synths, and keys complement this instrumental standout, which doesn’t utilize any loops or samples. The track, which was initially composed 15+ years ago, also draws from a…
BAFTA winning actor Michael Ward has appeared in court on charges of rape and sexual assault, with a judge granting him conditional bail. The actor, who played Jamie in the series Top Boy, appeared at Thames magistrates court on Thursday (August 28), charged with two counts of rape and three counts of sexual assault. The charges relate to one woman, and are alleged to have taken place in January 2023. Ward spoke to confirm his name, address, and date of birth, and did not enter any plea in relation to the charges. He was granted conditional bail, and is due…
The Needle Drop’s Anthony Fantano has spoken out after winning his defamation lawsuit against Falling In Reverse’s Ronnie Radke. In 2024, the singer filed the suit against the YouTube music critic, claiming that in a video posted the previous year under the title ‘This Guy Sucks’, Fantano had “acted in malice” and “engaged in fraud”. In May, a judge in Connecticut ruled in Fantano’s favour, dismissing the suit under the state’s anti-SLAPP statute on matters of public concern. Radke was also ordered to pay Fantano’s legal fees. In a 16-minute video posted to his YouTube channel this week, Fantano publicly addressed…
Phatwell breaks new ground with his new release “Don’t Believe in Angels” An electrifying blend of Pop sensibility and EDM energy, that comes to life in its epic polished production. The production shines in its electro melodies that intertwine with euphoric drops to craft an atmosphere that’s both danceable and emotionally charged. For the writing the song narrates a heartfelt confession that’s skeptical of fairy-tale love, that offers raw honesty while also packing mainstream appeal, that really comes to life in the major chorus. Musically, Phatwell’s signature attention to melodic layering in the pop-centric chord progressions to give way to…
Venezuelan artist Ann Romes shares her brand new single 2, a super smooth and sensual piece of Contemporary R&B music. What I like the most about this song is its warmth and how smooth and soothing Ann Romes’s vocals are, soaring beautifully over the chilled out production. 2 is a song about embracing one’s sensuality and showing that women can talk about their sexuality without shame. A sultry, raw and sexy piece of music that pairs Ann’s gorgeous vocals with a sensual beat nicely intertwined with lush piano keys, steady rhythms and a memorable sax solo that enhances the song’s warmth…
Esther Boateng isn’t just back, she’s brighter than ever with her new single “i’m not okay but i’m still here” The song bursts with effervescent energy, blending buoyant Afrobeat drum patterns with glossy pop production to create an irresistible groove. Despite the title’s candid emotional admission, the track radiates invincibility with each beat, celebratory grooves, and lively melodies that feel like a declaration of survival and unwavering strength. Boateng’s vocal delivery dances between vulnerability and confidence, riding the upbeat production with effortless charm. For fans craving a song that channels emotional honesty through sun-lit rhythms, this is your new anthem,…
The Inbetweeners star Simon Bird has been announced one of the cast members of the new Star Wars film, titled Starfighter. An official press release from the official Star Wars website on Thursday (August 28) marked the start of production on the movie, which was already announced as starring Ryan Gosling and being directed by Shawn Levy. It is set five after the previous Star Wars film, The Rise Of Skywalker. In the release, the film was described as being “an all-new standalone adventure” and “an entirely original story set in a period of time never before explored in Star…
During the filming of Norman’s Rare Guitars, the Netflix documentary about a Los Angeles strip-mallinstitution where Tom Petty and Bob Dylan once rummaged through a box of Rickenbacker pickups, thestar became ill. Norman Harris, 76, who founded his namesake store in 1975, had a rare appendiceal cancer, suffered two heart attacks and endured extensive surgery. “I hope I’m still around to be doing this years from now,” the veteran used guitar salesman, who is simultaneously intense andlaid-back, said onscreen. “But if not, sayonara.” Since the film arrived last December, Harris has resumed his workload: wheeling and dealing with celebrity customers…
Noah Baumbach’s latest comedy-drama has George Clooney playing a famous movie star questioning his life choices. It might seem a little on-the-nose but Jay Kelly is easily one of the Hollywood heavyweight’s most enjoyable performances to date. Clooney’s Kelly is heavily reliant on the constant support of his entourage, headed up by long-suffering friend and manager Ron Sukenick (Adam Sandler). After an awkward encounter with an old acquaintance (Billy Crudup) goes drastically wrong, Kelly ditches his film commitments and takes off on an impromptu trip to Europe to spend quality time with his youngest daughter Daisy (Grace Edwards). However, she’s…