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Niontay: Underground Rap’s Rockstar
Niontay needs no introduction — his early-career co-signs say it all.At just 26 years old, the 10K rapper has garnered support and collaborations from Earl Sweatshirt and MIKE, the latter of whom has played a key role in the kickstart of the rapper’s uprising from the confines of the East Coast underground."MIKE put a battery in my back before I even released music," Niontay told Hypebeast, the pair boasting five studio tracks as a unit.Now, with two studio albums under his belt — fresh off the release of Fada<3of$ at the end of April — the Milwaukee-born, Florida-raised, Brooklyn-based rapper has established a tight-knit, symbiotic network of creative collaborators, including MAVI and Sideshow with Tony Seltzer on production.What he hasn’t established, per se, is a signature sound — be...
Kevin Smith Explains the One Thing About Dogma He’d Change
The filmmaker tells Consequence what he'd add to his fourth film, "if I could George Lucas it and go add a thing." Kevin Smith Explains the One Thing About Dogma He’d Change Liz Shannon Miller
Ryan Castro Represents the Caribbean With ‘SENDÉ’
Colombian powerhouse Ryan Castro is preparing to launch his sophomore album, returning to his roots in the Caribbean on SENDÉ. The highly-anticipated record sees Castro at his best, continuing his journey into reggaeton while exploring his beginnings in reggae, dancehall, and rap. SENDÉ follows the artist's double-platinum debut album released last year. Inspired by his time living in Curaçao, SENDÉ tells a deeply personal story of Castro's musical exploration. Written and recorded in Curaçao, the 18-track album is packed with exciting collaborations, from Peso Pluma to Manuel Turizo. Before the world gets a listen, we sat down with Ryan Castro to learn more about his sophomore album, his time living in Curaçao, and more. What is the meaning of the album title, SENDÉ?The real meaning of S...
Best New Tracks: Clipse, Miley Cyrus, Ovrkast., and More
As the week in music comes to a close, Hypebeast has rounded up the best projects for the latest installment of Best New Tracks.Albums land from Miley Cyrus, Ovrkast., Obongjayar, Aesop Rock, GoldLink, PlaqueBoyMax and Benji Blue Bills x BNYX, with Leon Thomas expanding on his MUTT album with its deluxe edition.Singles, on the other hand, come from MAVI x Earl Sweatshirt, XXXTentacion x Juice WRLD, Bas x The Hics x Saba, Lorde, Samara Cyn x Smino, Clipse, IDK x No ID, Lil Tecca, LUCKI, girl in red and Justine Skye x Kaytranada.Miley Cyrus – Something BeautifulMiley Cyrus has lifted the veil on her latest longform release – an audiovisual offering entitled Something Beautiful. Bolstered by its strong high-fashion component and imminent Tribeca Film Festival premiere, the project is an immer...
Welcome to ‘Mountainhead’: Where Our Digital Future Gets a Hilarious, Harrowing Reality Check
WARNING: Spoilers ahead.Jesse Armstrong had no intention of revisiting the world of the super rich following the end of Succession. “This is a fair question,” the creator, writer and director pointed out. But in 2025, when the world has become heavily reliant on technology and its advancement, he couldn’t help but still be intrigued. About two years after the final episode of Succession aired, Armstrong is back with the Max original film, Mountainhead.Its genesis began with Armstrong’s book review about Sam Bankman-Fried, the FTX founder who was jailed for fraud, conspiracy and money laundering. Armstrong was in the midst of his research about the disgraced crypto poster boy, and the deeper he got into the rabbit hole, the more he remembered Alexander Skarsgård’s big tech Succession charac...
Mining Metal: Best Underground Metal Albums of May 2025
Highlighting standout underground metal releases each month. Mining Metal: Drouth, Kal-El, Obstruktion, Orphaned, Ossuary, Psudoku, Skaphos, and Weeping Sores Langdon Hickman and Colin Dempsey
Concorso D’Eleganza Villa D’Este 2025 Brought out the World’s Most Important Cars
SummaryConcorso D'Eleganza Villa D'Este was held in Lake Como, Italy this past weekendThe event brought together classic cars, heritage racers, restomods and conceptsJudges chose winners based on their authenticity, preservation, overall design coherence and moreThis weekend saw one of the most prestigious events in Cernobbio, Italy: Concorso D'Eleganza Villa D'Este. Beyond the stunning backdrop of Lake Como, the three-day event brought together some of the world's most important and historic cars ever made.Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este featured a curated display of classic and concept cars, selected for their historical significance, design, and rarity. The event was organized by BMW Group Classic and the Grand Hotel Villa d’Este, taking place within the hotel’s grounds and adjacent Vi...
Best New Tracks: Playboi Carti, The Alchemist, Feid and More
As the week in music comes to a close, Hypebeast has rounded up the best projects for the latest installment of Best New Tracks.Albums come from The Alchemist and PlaqueBoyMax, with singles landing from Playboi Carti, Rich Brian x Ski Mask The Slump God, Burna Boy x Travis Scott, Turnstile, YG x Shoreline Mafia, Feid, Maxo, AKTHESAVIOR x Leon Fanourakis x Taka Perry x Yeek x Denzel Curry, Larry June x Cardo Got Wings, and Joey Purp x Theolonius Martin.The Alchemist – Mixed Fruit Series Vol. 1: Pineapple GingerWhile not on streaming services, The Alchemist unveiled his fully instrumental Mixed Fruit Series Vol. 1: Pineapple Ginger. Spanning 15 tracks, the offering is a fully solo LP from Alc.PlaqueBoyMax – ATLANTAThe streamer continues his come-up with his second EP of 2025: 5$TAR SESSIONS...
Heavy Song of the Week: Sinsaenum Honor Late Drummer Joey Jordison on “In Devastation”
The extreme metal supergroup also announced a new album of the same name that arrives August 8th. Heavy Song of the Week: Sinsaenum Honor Late Drummer Joey Jordison on “In Devastation” Jon Hadusek
2025 Mercedes-AMG G 63: Understanding the Cult of GELÄNDEWAGEN
There are very few cars on the market that have an indestructible image to it, one so strong that a cult following builds and lives on for generations. The G-Wagon is one of those vehicles.We recently got our hands on a 2025 Mercedes-AMG G 63 for a week long review. We are more than familiar with the exterior appeal of it, its timeless style, and the history of its origins as a military transport. We could examine it on the freeways of OC, the streets of LA and even a bit of off-road dirt track till the cows come home. What we can't do however is act like we've ever owned one, or express the feeling of being part of a cult following for one. Because of this, we asked a few of our friends who currently or previously owned one to focus on three core aspects of G-Wagon ownership: the design, ...
Takashi Murakami Heals With History in ‘Stepping on the Tail of a Rainbow’
On a rainy mid-May morning, Takashi Murakami arrived at the Cleveland Museum of Art to inaugurate Stepping on the Tail of a Rainbow, one of his biggest American exhibitions in 20 years. With more than 100 paintings and sculptures, the exhibition offers not only a more complete understanding of the famed Japanese artist today but also brings his converging timelines and aesthetics full circle.The exhibition was originally presented at Los Angeles’s The Broad in 2022, and since then it's been expanded with new works — most notably, a replica of the ancient Yumedono temple in the museum’s atrium.While the sounds of hammers and drills reverberated through the still-unopened exhibit, Murakami was calm and focused, seated in a quiet dining room in the back of the museum. As what some might call ...
Nathan Fielder’s The Rehearsal Tackles Autism — Thanks to a Consequence Article
On the latest episode of the HBO series, Fielder's quest to fix aviation safety takes a personal turn. Nathan Fielder’s The Rehearsal Tackles Autism — Thanks to a Consequence Article Sam Rosenberg
