LIFESTYLE
Demi Lovato Is No Longer ‘California Sober’: ‘Sober Sober Is the Only Way to Be’
Demi Lovato announced on social media Thursday (Dec. 2) that the singer no longer abides by their former “California sober” lifestyle. “I no longer support my ‘California sober’ ways,” the singer wrote on Instagram Stories. “Sober sober is the only way to be.” Lovato explicitly opened up about being “California Sober” in a track by the same title earlier this year from their Dancing With the Devil … The Art of Starting Over album, which revolves around the lifestyle of allowing some alcohol and marijuana consumption while steering clear of hard drugs. “I’m California sober/ It doesn’t have to mean the growin’ part is over/ No, it ain’t black or white, it’s all of the colors.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news In Lovato’s YouTube Originals docuseries of the same name, the singer op...
64% of Concert Attendees Don’t Wear Ear Protection, Poll Finds
According to a recent EDM.com poll, 64% of live event attendees don’t wear ear protection at live shows. Ear protection during live events may be a bit of a burden since you won’t hear the sound as it’s truly intended. But as live events return bigger and louder than ever, it’s important to protect your hearing as you dance under the stars and strobes. EDM.com’s poll results pertaining to ear protection at live events. EDM.com The CDC has outlined what the thresholds are before hearing damage occurs. According to their chart, 105-110dB is the maximum volume level for personal listening devices and is usually the range for most entertainment venues. Exposure to this loudness level can cause hearing damage in less than five minutes. For further reference, normal...
How to Watch the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony 2021
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, we may receive an affiliate commission. ‘Tis officially the season. And with the holiday season, comes the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. The 89th annual lighting ceremony is tonight (Dec. 1), open to the public a year after the 2020 ceremony was closed to the public for COVID-19 safety reasons. With 50,000 multi-colored lights on the 79-foot tree, a Swarovski star on top and a bunch of star-studded performances, the jolly tradition is a can’t miss event. The tree lighting ceremony will be hosted by Today‘s Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, Craig Melvin and Al Roker. If you want to join in on the festive fun (from the comfort of your own home, not the Big Apple), ...
Kim Kardashian West, Ye, Maluma, Pharrell Attend Louis Vuitton Show Honoring Virgil Abloh
Louis Vuitton’s first ever U.S. fashion show turned into a somber yet whimsical tribute to groundbreaking designer Virgil Abloh days after his death. The Miami menswear event, an unofficial kickoff to the prestigious Art Basel fair, had been in the works for months. Guests were ferried by yachts to the star-studded affair held on an island. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Celebrity attendees, including Kim Kardashian West and her daughter North, Ye, the rapper formerly known as Kanye West, model Bella Hadid, Joe Jonas, Maluma and Pharrell, arrived in sleek LV monogrammed silver speedboats. Kid Cudi and Erykah Badu performed at an after-party. “Hey Virgil,” she yelled at the start of her set, later saying “we want to see you fly.” Abloh, who die...
This Stunning Kacey Musgraves Puzzle Is the Ultimate Holiday Gift
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, we may receive an affiliate commission. Time for a Star-Crossed holiday, thanks to puzzle company Jiggy. To celebrate Kacey Musgraves’ recent album, the brand unveiled two gorgeous 500-piece jigsaw puzzles, featuring the Star-Crossed album art and a photo of the songstress in a flowing white dress looking off into a blue sky. Courtesy of Jiggy Explore See latest videos, charts and news Buy Here: Jiggy x Kacey Musgraves Puzzle Each puzzle comes in a reusable drawstring bag, box and includes puzzle glue to preserve your finish product. “Reassemble over and over again, or lock in place with our puzzle glue & tool to adorn your wall with a more elevated poster you can cherish forever,” the...
Lindsay Lohan and Bader Shammas Are Engaged: ‘My Future’
Lindsay Lohan has announced her engagement to fiancé Bader Shammas. The actress and singer posted several photos on Instagram Sunday morning (Nov. 28), with the couple snuggling and showing a glimpse of the engagement ring on her hand. “My love. My life. My family. My future. @bader.shammas #love,” she captioned the photo gallery. Lohan and Shammas, who is an assistant vice president at Credit Suisse, have reportedly been dating for two years. Explore See latest videos, charts and news Last year, Lohan released her first official single in 12 years, “Back to Me.” Her debut album, 2004’s Speak — which featured the single “Rumors” — peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 chart. Her sophomore album, 2005’s A Little More Personal (Raw), peaked at No. 20. Netflix recently revealed that Lohan will...
Billboard Buys: The Latest Fitbit is Under $100 for the First Time
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 Fitbit Luxe was first released this past April, as a newly-styled fitness tracker that combines the look of a modern bracelet with the functionality of a smart watch. Now, Amazon has the Fitbit Luxe on sale as part of a Cyber Monday deal. Regularly $149.95, the Fitbit sale brings the price down to just $99.95. This is the cheapest price we’ve spotted online for this Fitbit and the first time the all-new Fitbit Luxe has been priced under $100. Shop: Fitbit Luxe Fitness and Wellness Tracker $99.95 The deal gets you the Fitbit Luxe in your choice of three c...
The Best Black Friday Weekend Tech and Electronics Deals
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. Black Friday may be over but the savings continue through Black Friday weekend and into Cyber Monday. A number of electronics brands have discounted their top tech products this weekend, with savings of up to $350 on top-rated TVs, headphones, earbuds and smartwatches. Many of these electronics deals feature products that are being discounted for the first time this year, making this weekend a great time to snag those wireless earbuds or smart home device you’ve been eyeing. What Are the Best Black Friday Weekend Electronics Deals to Shop? From a new $54 Ama...
12 Suspects to Stand Trial in Kim Kardashian West Jewelry Heist
Twelve people will stand trial in Paris over a $10 million jewelry heist targeting Kim Kardashian West in 2016, authorities said Friday (Nov. 19). The reality TV star said she was tied up at gunpoint and locked in a bathroom after armed robbers forced their way into her rented Paris apartment during fashion week. After five years of investigation, investigating judges have ordered the case sent to trial, a judicial official said Friday. The 12 suspects face a range of charges related to the theft. No trial date has been set, and the official would not provide further details. Kardashian West’s French lawyer did not immediately comment. Several suspects have been released from jail pending trial for health reasons, including 68-year-old Yunice Abbas, one of the five men accused of carrying ...
Britney Spears Gushes Over Sam Asghari at ‘House of Gucci’ Premiere: ‘My Baby Stole the Show’
Sam Asghari may have attended the Los Angeles premiere of House of Gucci on Thursday night without fiancée Britney Spears, but that didn’t stop the pop star from gushing about her husband-to-be’s red-carpet appearance. Spears took to Instagram to post two photos of her fiancé: one of him smiling while soaking in a hot tub and a second of him posing on the House of Gucci red carpet. “Ok so my baby stole the show at the premiere of House of Gucci !!!! Sorry to the cast but my baby is [fire emoji] … I’m the photographer on the first one !!!!!” Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Asghari later posted videos of himself posing on the carpet, revealing that he was dressed and styled by Donatella Versace in a smart Versace tuxedo, matching trousers, and a ...
Electronic Music Legend Giorgio Moroder Is Auctioning Off a Supercar Named After Him
There’s a very short list of luxury designers with songs named after them—think Jay-Z’s “Tom Ford” or Migos’ “Versace.” But a musician with a luxury product named after them? It’s almost unheard of. It’s not too elusive a club for electronic dance music legend Giorgio Moroder, however. Not only does the man known as the “Father of Disco” have a song named after him on Daft Punk’s Random Access Memories, but a rare supercar is his namesake as well. Someone will soon own the prized Moroder supercar for themselves after the legendary music producer opted to sell the vehicle at Sotheby’s in 2022. Sotheby’s called it “an unrepeatable opportunity for collectors.” The 1988 Cizeta-Moroder V16T was ...
Tourette Syndrome Isn’t Getting In the Way of This Guy Learning to DJ
“I put the Tik in TikTok,” reads Leighton Clarke’s TikTok bio. Affectionately known as Uncle Tics, Clarke isn’t letting his Tourette syndrome get in the way of learning the art of DJing. Uncle Tics told himself at the beginning of New Zealand’s pandemic lockdown that he was going to learn a new skill. So he picked up DJing and his TikTok fanbase has been nothing but supportive, with many stating that they would love to see him perform at a music festival. Take a look at the first video of his “Tourettes vs DJ’ing” series below. In the clip, Uncle Tics drops a number of high-energy drum & bass tracks as he shouts parts of “Circle of Life” from The Lion King—as well as some NSFW remarks we can’t transcribe here. The EDM co...
