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Don Diablo’s Rare Star Wars Collaboration Merch Is Limited to Only 100 Outfits
Don Diablo has written himself into the Star Wars legacy with the unveiling of an exciting co-branded collaboration with the iconic Lucasfilm franchise. Diablo revealed that this week StockX will be releasing a small batch of numbered Star Wars-themed outfits, each uniquely emblazoned with memorable moments from the films as well as Diablo’s silver hexagon logo. It may just take the full weight of the force for fans to secure one of these 100 boxes. Each box contains a jacket and pants dotted with images from Star Wars episodes 4, 5, and 6, the franchise’s original trilogy. In the teaser below, Diablo says the original trilogy is his favorite of the entire series and calls the collab an “emotional” opportunity given the cultural impact of the films. Diab...
Boss Moves: Rick Ross’ New Book Debuts on Multiple Bestsellers Lists
The Perfect Day to Boss Up is more of an advice and “how-to” guide rather than a traditional memoir. The non-fiction book is dubbed as a “captivating and inspiring guide to building an untouchable empire from mud to marble, no matter what obstacles stand in the way.” Ross does shed light on personal struggles he’s had over the years though, from bad business decisions, to keeping an eye on the crew of people you surround yourself with. As the publishers’ notes say, “[Ross’] path to success was not always easy. Despite adversity and setbacks, Ross held tight to his vision and never settled for anything less than greatness. Now, for the first time, he shares his secrets to success, offering his own life as a road map to readers looking to build...
Skrillex Sells Malibu Beach Mansion for $17.5 Million
Skrillex‘s Malibu beach mecca is officially off the market. The iconic dubstep producer and DJ has turned the tables on the sprawling, 12,000-foot mansion and snagged a cool $17.5 million in his recent sale of the property, according to Dirt. The six-bedroom, 10-bath home, which originally had been listed for $24 million, has a movie theater, sauna, game room, and gym. Entering the home, you’ll walk into a massive room with floor-to-ceiling glass doors that lead outside to a stunning patio. Realtor.com Realtor.com The patio, which features a luxe infinity pool, contains a cabana and lounge area for fireside drinks or dining and offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Not a bad place to find inspiration for new music. Realtor.com Realtor.com Recommended Articles Rub...
Lil Nas X, Drake, Britney Spears, Bad Bunny & More of the Week’s Biggest Winners (Sept. 17)
Take a look at Billboard‘s weekly roundup and the “awards” it gave to this week’s headlines. Happiest Music News: Lil Nas X gives birth to debut album Montero Lil Nas X finally brought his bundle of joy he’s been carrying — a.k.a. his debut studio album Montero — into the world on Friday (Sept. 17). His genre-bending project contains star-studded features from Miley Cyrus, Elton John, Doja Cat, Megan Thee Stallion, and of course, Jack Harlow on his Hot 100 No. 2 hit “Industry Baby.” Stream Montero here and read our critics’ picks here. Sweetest Music News: Britney Spears is engaged Congratulations are in order for Britney Spears and Sam Asghari, who announced their engagement on Sunday (Sept. 12) after fiv...
The Iconic, Electronic Music-Infused “wipEout” Series Is Getting a New Mobile Game
The series responsible for one of electronic music’s most iconic video game crossovers is back with a new mobile game and soundtrack. Coming soon to your phone is a new entry in the electronic music-heavy WipEout series titled WipEout Rush. The titles’ developers, Rogue Games, have shared a trailer of the upcoming release on YouTube. As you can clearly hear in the trailer, the electronic music focus has not shifted in the decades since the series first launched. On the WipEout Rush website, it was revealed that the game will feature an “original electronica soundtrack” created by Sony musician Alastair Lyndsay, known for his influential work in numerous major video game soundtracks. Recommended Articles Since the first release in the series, wipE′out...
Watch the Indigenous Namibian Himba Tribe Experience Raves for the Very First Time
“What I like most is watching my village dance,” says a young child in a new mini-documentary about electronic music. Now, that experience has been brought to the world. Cinematic and celebratory, the film is part of an ongoing series that will capture the introduction of electronic dance music and raves to indigenous African tribes for the very first time. Its producers’ first visit was with the Himba of northern Namibia, a semi-nomadic tribe of about 50,000 people. c/o The Ive Experience The doc, which was edited to be one long music video, captures daytime dance circles, polychromatic nighttime light shows, and everything in between. It’s all set to original music by DJ and artist IVE. Recommended Articles “Imagine introducing electronic mus...
Billie Eilish, Finneas, Maroon 5, Brittany Howard & More Push Congress to Act on Climate Change Bill
Billie Eilish, Finneas, Maroon 5, Brittany Howard and more artists are banding together to push Congress to support President Biden’s “Build Back Better” bill in support of strong climate provisions. On Wednesday, the stars will enable their millions of fans to take action by launching a massive social media campaign by posting images of a large red exclamation point, alternating with scenes of extreme weather conditions, while using the hashtags #CodeRedClimate and #CodeRedCongress. The campaign will include a link to a page where fans can email their local representatives and push support for the largest climate protection bill in American history. During the week of Sept. 27, Congress will vote on the bill that outlines how to get the country to 80% pollution-free elec...
Octavia Spencer Apologizes to Britney Spears & Sam Asghari for Prenup Comment: ‘Let’s Show Them Love’
The 39-year-old pop superstar, along with the #FreeBritney movement, has been fighting to end the court conservatorship that has taken control of her life and career over the past 13 years. Last week, Britney’s father, Jamie Spears, filed a petition to end the conservatorship. For his part, Asghari didn’t take Spencer’s comment personally. “You are very kind to clarify but i have no hard feelings whatsoever,” he responded to her apology post. “Jokes and misconceptions come with the territory.” The 27-year-old personal trainer-turned-actor previously responded to the multiple prenup comments the couple received on his Instagram Story, writing, “Thank you everyone who is concerned about the prenup! Of course we’re getting iron c...
Here’s Why Britney Spears Deleted Her Instagram Account
Britney Spears has deleted her Instagram account but reassured her fans with the happy reason she’s taking a break from the social media app. “Don’t worry folks … just taking a little break from social media to celebrate my engagement !!!!” she wrote on her Twitter account, which remains active. “I’ll be back soon.” Billboard can confirm that Spears chose to delete her Instagram account. The pop superstar, 39, and 27-year-old personal trainer-turned-actor Sam Asghari announced their engagement Sunday, when Spears waved her sparkling engagement ring and kissed her now-fiancé on Instagram. They had been dating since 2016 when they met on the set of her “Slumber Party” music video. “I can’t f—ing believe ...
Olivia Rodrigo & BLACKPINK’s Rosé Pose Together in 2021 Met Gala Selfie
Olivia Rodrigo and BLACKPINK‘s Rosé cherished their time at the 2021 Met Gala on Monday with a selfie from the night. The “Good 4 U” hitmaker shared a selfie of the two alongside actress Talia Ryder, who starred in Rodrigo’s “Deja Vu” music video, via Instagram Story on Tuesday (Sept. 14). Both pop stars (and Ryder) wore Yves Saint Laurent for their first-ever Met Gala, and it was a watershed moment for K-pop: Rosé and CL became the first-ever K-pop idols to walk during fashion’s biggest night. The 24-year-old K-pop singer posted a picture of herself next to Anthony Vaccarello, YSL’s creative director, and Rodrigo commented underneath, “beauty queen!!!!!” You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for ...
Lil Nas X Was Aiming for ‘Real Sexy Slutty’ at 2021 Met Gala: See Photos
All that glitters is gold, and Lil Nas X was no exception at the 2021 Met Gala on Monday evening (Sept. 13). The 22-year-old rapper, who will deliver his debut album Montero on Friday, delivered three separate but coherent looks designed by Versace. He first donned a regal golden velvet robe that later unveiled a golden armor suit underneath. Last but not least, LNX walked up the steps of the Met wearing a gold embellished black bodysuit that showed off his incredible figure following his pregnancy announcement. “It was royalty at first, right? And then we copped down to the armor, right? And then we got to sexy, you know, we got real sexy slutty,” he told Keke Palmer about his trinity of outfits, later sharing how he has the freedom to expresses his vision in hi...
Megan Thee Stallion Becomes ‘Megan Monroe’ at 2021 Met Gala
Fellow artist Billie Eilish is one of the co-chairs for the evening, alongside Timothée Chalamet, Amanda Gorman and Naomi Osaka.The annual fashion event was postponed indefinitely in 2020, due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, but the gala is back this year with the theme of “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion.” Rihanna will host the event’s official afterparty, teaming with hospitality giant Richie Akiva to throw the Met Ball’s private post-gala bash. Rihanna shared the news on her Instagram Story, joking to her followers, “If you planning a MET Ball after party…don’t.” See Megan Thee Stallion’s look at the 2021 Met Gala below. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagi...
