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Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin Introduces Team Ninja’s Signature Action to the Legendary Series
When people think of Final Fantasy, they most certainly don’t think of the brutal combat systems that Team Ninja is known for. But with Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin’s release last month, that’s exactly what fans got. The unique combination of style, gameplay and worldbuilding provides a very different experience than any other Final Fantasy game (and pretty much any other Team Ninja title, for that matter), giving Stranger of Paradise a vibe all its own. It’s the Final Fantasy prequel no one asked for, but it still works surprisingly well. Along with that interesting world comes an equally fascinating soundtrack. Composer Naoshi Mizuta put together a score that perfectly encapsulates the combination of the game’s dark atmosphere and Final Fantasy magic, blending the cinematic...
Harry Styles Rocked Out at Coachella in a Rainbow Sequin Jumpsuit: Here’s Where You Can Buy a Similar Jumper for Cheap
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Rainbow sequin jumpsuits are trendy again, thanks in part to Harry Styles. The “As It Was” singer sported a custom Gucci jumpsuit for his headlining set at Coachella last weekend. Since then, the demand for “rainbow sequin jumpsuits” skyrocketed by 3,233%, according to Pretty Little Thing. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news And it’s not just the e-comm space that saw a huge bump. Styles’ jumpsuit went viral on TikTok with the #harrystylescoachella hashtag raking in over 18.4 million views and #harrystylesout...
Here’s Where to Get the Chloe Bailey Approved, Festival-Ready Smart Sunglasses
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Festival season is in full swing, and Ray-Ban took to Coachella over the weekend to set up a high-tech activation in celebration of the company’s new Stories Wayfarer. The activation, fittingly called “Ascension,” had festival attendees lining to up experience the immersive maze, in which participants put on the pair of smart glasses — which allow you to listen to music, capture content and more — and take a journey through the Mojave desert via a “dreamscape of energizing sound, light and color.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest...
‘American Idol’ Contestant Turns Radiohead’s ‘Creep’ Into a Vocal Workout: Watch
A long time ago, in what feels like a galaxy far far away, Radiohead had a grunge-era breakthrough with “Creep,” a belter that sounds fresh as a daisy to this day. “Creep” allowed the Oxford alternative rockers to move away from On A Friday, their earlier incarnation, but it was a one-and-done. With their followup album, 1995’s The Bends, the Brits had sonically moved a light-year ahead. “Creep” is an iconic song in the band’s catalog, it’s rarely performed live and sounds like nothing that came from Thom Yorke and Co. before or since. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The version we heard Monday night (April 18) on ABC’s American Idol also sounded like nothing we heard before or since. Christian Guardino, the 21-year-old with the impressive...
Here Are 7 Things You Missed at Revolve Festival 2022
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Fashion retailer Revolve teamed up with Los Angeles hospitality company The h.wood Group last weekend to bring some of today’s biggest stars to the desert for Coachella’s most coveted party. Besides some star-studded performances — including a surprise appearance from Post Malone — guests were treated to some exclusive, immersive experiences that doubled as both a moment to try a new product or take a sweet Instagram photo. Billboard was on-site at the big event, so see below for eight of our favorite Revolve Festival moments that made it the ultimate Coache...
Best Stoner Movies of All Time
Getting toasty stoned and streaming a flick is a marriage that was made in Hollywood heaven ages ago. The ritual of sparking a joint and watching a movie can be cathartic and watching stoned people navigate the world high on THC is equally as entertaining on the silver screen as it can be in real life. With that, we’ve pulled our nine favorite stoner movies from the archives in which marijuana is the muse. Pineapple Express (2008) When the star of this film is a government-classified strain of weed, you know you’re in for some good shit. In this genre-crossing comedy, Seth Rogen and James Franco star as two stoners who, high on a rare batch of bud, witness a murder and are then chased by bad guys. Described on Rotten Tomatoes as an “action/buddy/stoner” movie, the absurdity of the plot is ...
How to Watch Destiny’s Child’s Michelle Williams & Beyoncé ’s Mom in ‘Wrath: A Seven Deadly Sins Story’
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Spending the weekend at home? Lifetime has you covered. Destiny’s Child alum Michelle Williams stars with Beyoncé ’s mom, Tina Knowles-Lawson, and Romeo Miller in Wrath: A Seven Deadly Sins Story, premiering Saturday (April 16) on Lifetime. Williams plays Chastity Jeffries, a single lawyer who thinks she’s found everything she’s looking for in a partner when she meets Xavier Collins (Antonio Cupo), a handsome and intelligent fellow lawyer, whose affection turns to obsession. Xavier’s jealousy leads to suspicious actions and dangerous threats, prompting Chast...
First Out: New Music From Phoebe Bridgers, Conan Gray, 100 Gecs & More
Tax season got you down? Cheer yourself up with some new tunes from your favorite queer artists. Billboard Pride is here to help with First Out, our weekly roundup of some of the best new music releases from LGBTQ artists. From Phoebe Bridgers‘s surprise new single, to the start of Conan Gray‘s new era, check out just a few of our favorite releases from this week below. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Phoebe Bridgers, “Sidelines” [embedded content] It seems odd to think that “Sidelines” is Phoebe Bridgers’ first track since she unveiled Punisher back in 2020 — the indie singer’s whole career has transformed since then as she ascended to superstardom. But “Sidelines” proves that while the circumstances may have changed for Br...
Need a New Phone? This Limited Deal Gets You a Free Samsung Galaxy S22
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Shopping for a new phone, but haven’t settled on a design yet? A free phone might make the decision a lot easier. The Samsung Galaxy S22 series is currently free, thanks to a new promo deal. The S22 is one of the most popular phones of the year, and it’s only been out for a couple of months. Originally released in February, the S22 sold over 1 million pre-orders the first week after release — more than double that of the S21. Samsung’s Galaxy S22 is equipped with a 50MP rear camera, a 4Nm processor (Samsung’s fastest and most-powerful chip yet) and a 6.1-inc...
David Bowie Documentary ‘Moonage Daydream’ Is Coming to Theaters, HBO
An all-new documentary celebrating the life of late British rockstar David Bowie is nearing completion and will be released by NEON and Universal Pictures Content Group, the companies announced Wednesday (April 13). Titled Moonage Daydream, the film will be released by NEON in the U.S., while Universal Pictures Content Group has international distribution rights. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news No theatrical release date has been announced, though the film is slated to premiere on HBO and HBO Max in spring 2023 via HBO Documentary Films. Theatrical engagements for Moonage Daydream — which marks the first film under a multi-picture deal between Morgen and BMG for IMAX Productions — will include IMAX screenings in select markets. Five yea...
Coachella Isn’t Sold Out Yet: Here’s Where You Can Buy Tickets
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Coachella was canceled last year due to the pandemic, but the annual music festival is back in full swing and it’s not too late to buy tickets. The 2022 Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival kicks off in Indio, Calif., on Friday (April 15). The Weeknd and Swedish House Mafia, Harry Styles and Billie Eilish will headline the festival. Additional performers include Phoebe Bridgers, Megan Thee Stallion, 21 Savage, Anitta, Giveon, Lil Baby, Big Sean, Daniel Caesar, Doja Cat, Run the Jewels, Karol G, Nicki Nicole, Nathy Peluso, Omar Apollo, Maggie Rogers, Ar...
Armadillo, Miss Teddy Sent Packing on ‘The Masked Singer’
It was double the fun on The Masked Singer Wednesday (April 13) night, as two masks were sent packing, including one Grammy Award-winning star of the stage. Season 7, Episode 6, of Fox’s surprise hit was aptly-titled” “The Double Mask-Off.” That’s exactly what we got. Armadillo, with his hard exterior, was always going to be tough to crack. But he was given the boot after singing the classic hymn “Amazing Grace.” Under that hard exterior was, well, a hard man, Duane Chapman, also known as Dog the Bounty Hunter. Perhaps producers could have made our task easier and dress him in a canine costume? Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The TV tough guy had previous sung old school numbers “Secret Agent Man” by Johnny Rivers, and the Bobby F...
