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Boomerang Nightclub Is Breathing New Life Into Hong Kong’s Clubbing Scene
Having only been open for less than two years, Boomerang is cementing itself as a top clubbing destination within Hong Kong’s nightlife sector. Flaunting a luxurious interior, top-notch live production and Hong Kong’s brightest rising talents behind the decks, Boomerang officially returned on May 19th after being shut down in January of this year. Now, the surging nightclub is setting the stage for an impressive latter half of 2022 while gearing up for an explosive summer season over the next few months. Boomerang Nightclub. c/o Press Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles The lavish nightclub is backed by Remembaasia, a renowned artist management company and agency in the region. Remembaasia’s longstanding position in the scene and expertise in nightlife have helped the venue rise ...
Cardi B Goes Casual in $31 Shorts Set: Here’s Where You Can Buy It Online
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. You don’t need to spend a fortune to dress like Cardi B. From luxury to budget-friendly, when it comes to style, the Bronx native doesn’t care about the price. Cardi has been in promo mode for her new single “Hot Shit,” but she kept it casual in an affordable outfit on Thursday (June 30) as she sang along to Beyoncé’s “Break My Soul” single while on Instagram Live (a can of Cardi’s Whip Shots can also be seen in the footage). Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The mother of two dressed down in a cute, yellow...
Christian Bale’s “Thor” Marvel Villain Is Inspired By Aphex Twin
The next major Marvel villain was inspired by electronic music’s most enigmatic artist. Next week, nerds and pop culture enthusiasts alike will flock to theaters for the release of the fourth entry in the Thor saga, Thor: Love and Thunder. This time around, director Taika Waititi has recruited the help of Academy Award-winning actor Christian Bale to play the role of Gorr the God Butcher, the movie’s primary antagonist and one of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s most menacing villains. Bale has now revealed that the character was inspired by the legendary Aphex Twin, whose music video for 1997’s “Come to Daddy” features an iconic scream sequence. Unfortunately for fans of the mysterious IDM icon, Bale’s request was denied since the imagery, he...
David Bowie Barbie Doll Marks 50th Anniversary of ‘Hunky Dory’: Where to Buy the Collector’s Item Online
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. David Bowie is getting the Barbie treatment in honor of the album that changed his career. The Barbie Signature Collection released its second, limited-edition Barbie as Bowie doll to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Bowie’s Hunky Dory album on Wednesday (June 29). Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The dapper doll is decked out in a replica of Bowie’s iconic powder-blue suit worn in the “Life on Mars?” music video produced and directed by Mick Lock. Capturing Bowie’s unique style, the outfit is accessorize...
New Study Suggests Dance Music Is Good For Your Cognitive Health
Sad boi emo songs ain’t got nothin’ on dance music. A recent study published in Scientific Reports suggests that dance music can be beneficial to your cognitive health. They studied 51 young adults with an average age of 20, examining the effect of “groove rhythms” on the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, the part of the brain responsible for the executive function that dictates our everyday movements and decisions. Conducted by a group of Japanese researchers, the study added that the music doesn’t necessarily have to be electronic dance music, but rather a song with a simple groove that makes you want to get up and dance. “The results were surprising,” Dr. Hideaki Soya, the study’s lead author, told ScienceDaily. “We found tha...
League of Legends Quietly Reveals Porter Robinson Collaboration
League of Legends quietly revealed that one of their superstar fans would be involved in the game’s upcoming event. On July 14th, fans will be able to participate in the newest entry in the long-running “Star Guardian” in-game event series. As expected, fans of the wildly popular multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game were excited to learn more about the unfolding story and what content they can get their virtual hands on. However, the description of the trailer video contained an eyebrow-raising name, per AFK Gaming. With accompanying text reading, “A new day is just over the horizon,” LoL‘s developer Riot Games included a link to Porter Robinson‘s official website. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles The des...
When & How to Watch the 2022 Daytime Emmys for Free
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. The stars are aligning for the 49th annual Daytime Emmys. Returning in-person for the first time in two years, the big show airs Friday night (June 24) at 9 p.m. on CBS and Paramount+. Entertainment Tonight’s Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner will host the ceremony, which will broadcast live from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, Calif. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Nominees include Kelly Clarkson, who will face off against Drew Barrymore, Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest, and Hoda Kotb and Jenna ...
Listen: EA Sports’ F1 2022 Racing Game Features an All-EDM Soundtrack
Electronic music continues its unexpected crossover into the world of Formula 1 racing with EA Sports’ upcoming game. As we saw firsthand at Red Bull Racing’s Guest House party at the Miami Grand Prix last month, electronic dance music has slowly become the de facto genre of the high-speed sport. The developers at EA Sports have taken notice and revealed that for the first time ever, this year’s F1 video game will feature an all-EDM soundtrack. Gamers will be able to blaze through racetracks to the sounds of “Fallaway” by RL Grime and Baauer, “Renegade” by Kavinsky and Cautious Clay, “Channel 43” by Wolfgang Gartner and deadmau5, and “Carry Us” by LP Giobbi and Kaleena Zanders, among many others. The complete list ...
The Best Pride Merch Available on Amazon
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. Pride Month ends next week, but love is love all year long! For those attending New York City Pride on Friday (June 24) and other Pride celebrations, we collected a list of rainbow T-shirts, fans, flags, shoes, face masks and other merch that you can buy on Amazon in honor of Pride Month. (By the way: Amazon Prime members get free shipping on millions of items. Click here to start your free 30-day trail to Amazon Prime.) Looking for a queer-owned beverage to support? Check out Say Gay Rosé. The Asian-owned and queer-owned wine brand features a sugar-free, dr...
Alison Wonderland’s “Loner” Album Is Headed to Print As a Graphic Novel
The story behind Alison Wonderland’s Loner will soon be put to the page. Wonderland’s stunning third album is one of isolation, loss, panic, grief and prevailing. It was perhaps her most vulnerable project to date, born out of a particularly challenging personal chapter amid the throes of the pandemic. Now, Loner has found a new medium: as a graphic novel. Working with Z2 Comics, Wonderland’s journey is documented as a multi-dimensional, metaphysical experience in prismatic color. The reader also has a say in the journey’s events thanks to the project’s RPG-style module, which ensures a fully playable, customizable user experience. Hardcover art of Alison Wonderland’s “Loner” graphic novel. Minomiyabi/Z2 Comics Scroll to Continue R...
Stanley Cup Final 2022: How to Watch Games for Free Without Cable
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. Get your pucks ready! The Colorado Avalanche and Tampa Bay Lightning will go up against each other in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final championship at Colorado’s Bell Arena on Monday (June 20). The game airs live at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. The Avalanche beat the two-time defending Stanley Cup Champion Tampa Bay Lightning 7-0 in Game 2 and now lead the series 2-0. Game 4 is scheduled for Wednesday (June 22), Game 5 is tentatively scheduled for Friday (June 24). Click here for more scheduling information. Don’t want to miss out on the action? You can purchase tickets...
Zendaya Appears to Laugh Off Fake Pregnancy Rumors: ‘This Is Why I Stay Off Twitter’
“Kriss” this rumor goodbye. Zendaya appeared to respond to a viral TikTok video that falsely claimed the Euphoria star is pregnant with boyfriend Spider-Man actor Tom Holland’s baby. In an Instagram Story on Wednesday (June 15), Zendaya wrote, “See now, this is why I stay off Twitter… Just making stuff up for no reason… weekly.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Though she didn’t directly tackle the rumors, the next slide was proof she was not too concerned, as she wrote, “Anyway back to filming… Challengers,” in reference to the tennis drama she’s co-starring in with Josh O’Connor and Mike Faist, directed by Call Me By Your Name‘s Luca Guadagnino. The response came shortly after a since-deleted TikTok video popped up earlier this week th...
