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Nick Offerman Thanks His Mustache for His Hollywood Journey
Sporting perhaps the most recognizable mustache in all of Hollywood, Nick Offerman earned a place in fans’ hearts with his iconic portrayal of Ron Swanson over seven beloved seasons of Parks and Recreation. Beyond his time as the Pawnee government bureaucrat and occasional appearance as Duke Silver, however, Offerman believes many hold a misunderstanding of his true character, often muddled by the inability of some to appreciate the dichotomy between Swanson and the actor himself. In the hopes of giving his closer followers a better idea of who he is, and to help us all inch towards decency one humorous question at a time, Offerman has joined HYPEBEAST to discuss his latest fan-engaging newsletter Donkey Thoughts, the preparation he made to portray a former porn star in Pam & Tommy, hi...
‘Bridgerton’ Season 2 Breaks Netflix Opening Weekend Viewing Record
Bridgerton season two has set a new opening weekend viewing record on Netflix, according to The Hollywood Reporter. In the three days following its premiere on March 25, Bridgerton season two accumulated 193 million hours of viewing time across the globe, which is the highest for an English-language series on the platform in its first three days, the outlet reported. Additionally, the second season of the Shondaland series ranked in the top 10 in 92 of the 93 countries that track rankings on the streamer. Notably, Bridgerton‘s season two opening is the second-highest viewing time for all Netflix series, behind part five of Spain’s Money Heist, which reached 201.9 million hours in its first three days. Meanwhile, Birdgerton season one amassed 32.3 million hours in t...
Watch Andrew Garfield in FX’s True Crime Series ‘Under the Banner of Heaven’
FX has unveiled the first trailer of its upcoming true crime series Under the Banner of Heaven, which stars Oscar nominee Andrew Garfield. The miniseries is based on Jon Krakauer’s 2003 nonfiction book of the same name and sees Garfield as Detective Jeb Pyre, a Mormon detective whose faith is shaken when his investigation of the grisly 1984 murder of Brenda Wright Lafferty, portrayed by Daisy Edgar-Jones, and her 15-month-old baby seemingly uncovers a relation to the Church. Joining Garfield and Edgar-Jones in the main cast are Sam Worthington, Denise Gough, Wyatt Russell and Billy Howle. Dustin Lance Black serves as screenwriter while David Mackenzie serves as director and co-executive producer alongside Black, Ozark’s Jason Bateman, Brian Grazer, Ron Howard and more. Watch the trailer ab...
Interpol and Spoon Announce Tour
Interpol and Spoon have announced the Lights, Camera, Factions Tour. The dates take place across North America in August and September with opening band the Goon Sax. Find the band’s schedules below. Interpol have finished their forthcoming seventh studio album. Spoon recently released their new album Lucifer on the Sofa. Read Pitchfork’s features “How Spoon Beat the Devil” and “Interpol’s Paul Banks on the Music That Made Him.” All products featured on Pitchfork are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Interpol + Spoon: Lights, Camera, Factions Tour Interpol: 04-25 Dallas, TX – The Factory in Deep Ellum @!04-26 Austin, TX – ACL Live at the Moody Theater @!04-28 Tempe, AZ ̵...
Louie Vega Announces New Album Expansions in the NYC
Louie Vega, the veteran New York DJ and producer best known for his group Masters at Work, has announced his new album Expansions in the NYC. The album is a manifestation of Expansions NYC, the club night Vega started in 2019, and features contributions from Robyn, Moodymann, Honey Dijon, and more. It’s due out April 29 via Nervous. Check out the full tracklist below. “In the past few years I’ve found new inspiration both from the musicians I’m working with and the audiences coming to see me at my DJ shows,” Vega said in a statement. “So for me this album represents new beginnings, bringing together a beautiful mosaic of artistic perspectives to express musically what we call Expansions in the NYC.” Vega’s LP Louie Vega Starring…XXVIII was nominated for Best Dance/Electronic Album at...
Deftones Cancel Shows in Ukraine and Russia
Deftones have canceled their summer dates in Ukraine and Russia, the band announced today (March 29). “With deep regret, we will be cancelling our Ukraine and Russia shows in July,” Deftones wrote. “We’re hoping we’ll be able to return to play soon. We hope everyone is safe.” Since Russia began its invasion of Ukraine in late February, several artists have canceled dates in both countries, including Nick Cave, Björk, and My Chemical Romance. Deftones’ spring tour of North America with Gojira is set to begin in Portland, Oregon next month. Read Pitchfork’s feature “Innovative, Spirited, Resilient—Ukraine’s Electronic Scene Stands Tall.”
She & Him Announce Brian Wilson Tribute Tour
She & Him, the duo featuring M. Ward and Zooey Deschanel, have announced their Melt Away Tour: A Tribute To Brian Wilson, in which they’ll play original songs as well as classics written by the Beach Boys founder. The tour kicks off June 13 in Denver, Colorado; check out the full list of dates below. Last year the duo covered the Beach Boys’ 1967 Wild Honey single “Darlin’.” In 2019 they set out on a Christmas tour, performing selections from their two collections of holiday music: 2011’s A Very She & Him Christmas and 2016’s Christmas Party. Read about She & Him in “The Surprise Endurance of Twee” on the Pitch. All products featured on Pitchfork are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commiss...
‘Black Ink Crew’ Recap: Suzette’s Illegal Butt Injections Force Ceaser To Make A Tough Decision
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Marcus Ingram / Getty Last week on Black Ink Crew, Ceaser’s struggle press conference came back to bite him in the a**. This week, his girlfriend’s fake booty will force him to make a tough decision that could affect his business. Ceaser Is Still Down In The Dumps About Cheyenne As expected, Ceaser is still in his feelings about not being able to see his daughter because the court held him in contempt because of his press conference. To stay out of jail, he had to sign a restraining order. After confiding in Teddy, Ceaser calls his mom to vent, and she expresses sadness that her son can’t see his daughter. Like a great mom, she tells her son she will pray for him and that it will all work out eventually, and Ceaser concludes it will all work out for...
Drake Pulls A 1986 Michael Jordan Rookie Card Fresh Out The Pack
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: VALERIE MACON / Getty Is there anything Drake can’t do? Last night the freshly braided 6 Gawd went on IG Live with Goldin Auctions founder Ken Goldin to open up some boxes of sports cards from the 1980’s and amongst them was a box of 1986 Fleer Basketball cards which is known for having the holy grail amongst it’s collection: Michael Jordan’s rookie card. Opening the box in search of the holy grail, Drizzy struck gold on the first try as he pulled the G.O.A.T’s rookie card from the first pack he opened and went bananas as soon as he realized what he just did. Valued at over $700,000, Goldin Auctions sold two 1986 Fleer Michael Jordan Rookie cards for a record-setting $738,000 USD each this past February. Related Stories After going through the box, Drizzy...
Will Packer Addresses Will Smith Oscar Slap Controversy After Initially Joking About It
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Handout / Getty Will Packer was supposed to be basking in the glow of producing a lavish event in the 94th Academy Awards, which was marked by the smacking of host Chris Rock by Will Smith. Packer, who initially made what some took as a joke regarding the shocking incident, explained to critics who blasted him for the comment. In the aftermath of the slap seen around the world, Packer took to Twitter and joined in with the chatter that has persisted since the conclusion of the Oscars ceremony. Related Stories “Welp…I said it wouldn’t be boring #Oscars,” Packer tweeted shortly after the Oscars, prompting a flurry of responses both in agreement and anger at the moment. One user wrote, “Making jokes about an assault that happened during your show isn’t the c...
Will Smith And Chris Rock’s Tense History Explained
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Will Smith Chris Rock Fight Oscars / Will Smith Chris Rock Fight Oscars Long before the 2022 Oscar slap that was heard around the world echoed from Will Smith’s hand on Chris Rock’s cheekbone there was tension brewing between the two black entertainment stars. 2009 – Chris Rock produces Good Hair [embedded content] Chris Rock’s dig at Will’s wife Jada Pickett-Smith wasn’t his first on the Oscar stage but it may very well be his last. Will and Chris’ entanglement goes back years. 2016 – Chris Rock comes for Jada during the Oscars the first time [embedded content] In 2016, when the comedian was last a host for the Academy Awards he directed some jokes toward the Smiths for boycotting that year’s show over Will not being nominated for his film “Concussi...
JAMES CORDEN Honors TAYLOR HAWKINS On ‘The Late Late Show’
James Corden has paid tribute to late FOO FIGHTERS drummer Taylor Hawkins, calling him a “bright light” who “lit up every room he ever walked into.” The 43-year-old host of “The Late Late Show With James Corden” made his comments during last night’s episode of the late-night show which he has been hosting since 2015. “We were all shocked and saddened on Friday when we heard the tragic news that Taylor Hawkins had passed away,” James said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET). “You have read things about Taylor and everything you read was true. He was a bright light. He lit up every room he ever walked into. He was so joyous and full of light and love and all the things that you want in a human being. I have such fond memories of an...
