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‘Andor’: How to Stream the ‘Star Wars’ Prequel Series on Disney+
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. A new era begins with Andor, the Rogue One prequel series, now streaming on Disney+. The three-episode premiere arrived on Wednesday (Sept 21). Diego Luna stars as Andor in the 12-episode series from the Star Wars franchise, which follows Cassian Andor’s journey as a rebel hero. Stellan Skarsgård, Genevive O’Reilly, Alex Ferns, Kyle Soller, Adria Arjona and Denise Gough are among the cast. Read on for details on how to watch Andor and other Disney+ exclusives for free. How to Watch Andor on Disney+ Andor is streaming exclusively on Disney+, at no extr...
A Viral Craigslist Ad Is “Looking for Gay Man” to Accompany Author’s Wife at Raves
When it comes to raving, if you don’t share the same interest as your significant other, the late nights spent on the dancefloor may quickly become a drag. One Craigslist user found that out the hard way and decided they’ve had enough of trying to keep up. The author explains their wife is always interested in going out to attend electronic music events in Brooklyn and turned to the public to hire a chaperone for her. The author explains his wife typically likes to go out on the weekends, and the compensation they’re offering is certainly nothing to sneeze at: $30 an hour, and that’s on top of having your event tickets fully paid for. The opportunity, which was captured via screenshot by nightlife producer Terence Edgerson and shared on Instagram, so...
A Group of Philanthropic Music Pros Are Cycling Over 300 Miles to the Amsterdam Dance Event
Bicycles can be vehicles for change when the right people are the engines powering them. That virtue isn’t lost on avid cyclist Jamie Kemp, whose journey to this year’s Amsterdam Dance Event will be a byproduct of sweat and stamina. Kemp is the Director of Sales at Toolroom Records, an influential record label helmed by house music luminary Mark Knight. Alongside over 30 others, he’s set to cycle 500 kilometers —roughly 310 miles—from London to ADE, the world’s preeminent electronic music summit. The philanthropic expedition is set for October 16-19. Kemp and his contemporaries are fundraising for Bridges for Music, a nonprofit that operates a number of schools offering holistic music programs for at-risk youth. “The simple act of helping others is something t...
MIT Student and Electronic Music Producer Nourey to Present Research on Climate Change With Anjunabeats
On the same weekend she performed at Above & Beyond‘s Gorge Weekender, Nourey was also conducting research on climate change. When she’s not creating music, the Egyptian-born electronic music producer is working hard on her studies as a PhD student at the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology. After sharing her art with fans onstage at the Gorge, Nourey conducted a 16-hour study at the weekend-long event, with the objective to educate attendees on how they can help the fight against climate change on a personal level. Now, she’s joining forces with Anjunabeats and her school to present her findings. Using an augmented reality-powered “art wall,” Nourey was able to gather over 400 responses to a climate change ...
NYC Venue Slate Is Breathing New Life Into the Big Apple’s Clubbing Scene
What happens when you put an adult playground in the heart of Manhattan? Combining a modern clubbing experience with dozens of activities and games, Slate has cemented itself as one of the city’s premier hotspots. Located in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, Slate hosts a variety of events, like live comedy shows, karaoke nights and vibrant electronic dance music parties soundtracked by some of the city’s most talented emerging DJs. Slate’s space is dynamic, covering 16,000 square feet over two levels while being able to host roughly 1,000 people. Its main level, which serves as the main party room, offers a modern clubbing experience with a massive LED screen, go-go dancers and much more. Partying isn’t all Slate is about, however. True to its M.O. of delivering a multi-f...
Rain On Me: The 20 Best Bridal Shower Gifts Under $100
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. It’s wedding season! Although June tends to be most commonly known as the wedding month, many couples are saving their “I Do’s” for the fall and winter. In fact, 80 percent of weddings take place between May and October and only 13 percent of those weddings are scheduled for June, The Knot reports. For shoppers on a budget, we’ve collected a list of 20 of the best bridal showers gifts that you can find online for under $100. From jewelry to sleepwear, check below for a roundup of thoughtful, practical, romantic gift ideas and honeymoon must-haves. Our list h...
Rihanna’s Savage x Fenty Loungewear Is Perfect for Cozy Season: Shop the Collection
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. Countdown to cozy season! The dog days of summer are almost over, and Rihanna is making it easier for fans to stay comfy for fall. The first batch of Savage x Fenty loungewear, featuring comfy joggers, hoodies, ribbed tanks, boy shorts, pocket tees and other closet staples available in sizes ranging from XXS-4X, debuted on Sept. 8. Items start at around $24.95 for Savage x Fenty VIP members and $32.95 for non-members (VIP members get discounted pricing, plus an additional 50% off for new members). The unisex collection is available in yellow, green, black, p...
Health Essentials: Where to Buy an At-Home COVID-19 Test Online 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. COVID-19 transmission rates are no longer surging around the country, global deaths have hit their lowest rates since 2020, and while an end is in sight, “We are not there yet,” according to World Health Organization Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. Last week, the federal government suspended its free, at-home testing program. If you missed out, you may still be able to get a test for free, depending on where you live. States like Minnesota, Massachusetts and North Carolina are offering residents free, at-home, self-tests through the mail and...
Steve Aoki Partners With DraftKings to “Build Out the Next Generation of Fantasy Sports”
Whether you’re debating Jonathan Taylor’s astronomical weekly price tag or rolling the dice on a cheap defense, DraftKings is associated with making tough calls. Partnering with Steve Aoki, however, was not one of them. The company has partnered with Aoki as an official brand ambassador of DraftKings Marketplace, its branded NFT hub. DraftKings is betting on Aoki’s Web3 expertise to strategically expand Reignmakers, an “NFT-based fantasy sports series” allowing users to collect digital player cards and use them to draft lineups in daily contests. The real value of NFTs lies in their utility, and Aoki’s DraftKings Marketplace collectibles have plenty of it. According to a press release, holders of his tokens can unlock access to VIP events hoste...
This Photography Series Transforms the Interiors of Instruments Into Stunning Architecture
A grand piano transformed into a cavernous grand hall; a clarinet reimagined as a majestically bottomless tunnel—with individual names like “The Cello Once Hit By a Train” and “The Exquisite Architecture of Steinway,” a new series of photographs by Charles Brooks turns the oft-overlooked interiors of instruments into majestic works of art. And it’s not just classic instruments that the New Zealand photographer highlights in “Architecture in Music.” Others include an Australian didgeridoo hollowed out by termites, a 1780-era cello (which, yes, was once hit by a train) and a wooden flute crafted out of local New Zealand timber. Charles Brooks. Charles Brooks/Facebook To create each image, Brooks uses specialized lenses to capture hundreds of photogra...
10 Breathtaking Outfits That Stole the Show at Burning Man 2022
Ah Burning Man, a community-based event like none other. Since 2004, the Burning Man Project has been guided by 10 principles, among them “Radical Self-expression.” Altogether, these guidelines are a gentle reminder of what the Burn is all about: letting your imagination run amok on the playa. And it’s here where some of the most mesmerizing adornments come to fruition. While some may say that high-fashion has no place at Burning Man due to its overarching dedication to civic responsibility, fashion is arguably the highest form of self-expression. Year after year, roughly 80,000 people gather in Black Rock City in the Nevada desert. And it’s fascinating to bear witness to how each Burner shows up and, well, dresses up. In no particular order, here are the ...
Nick Cannon Welcomes His 9th Baby, First Child With Model Lanisha Cole
Nick Cannon is officially one child away from being a double digit dad. In an emotional Wednesday (Sept. 14) Instagram post, the 41-year-old Masked Singer host announced that he and model Lanisha Cole had welcomed their first baby together, marking his ninth child overall. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news “Introducing ONYX ICE COLE CANNON,” Cannon wrote, captioning a black-and-white photo in which he cradles his new baby girl next to Cole laying in her hospital bed. “Once again Today I am in Awe of the Devine Feminine!” “I vow to protect, provide, guide and love this child to the best of my abilities,” he continued. “In this moment of celebration and jubilee, I wish to mute any low vibrational frequencies and only rejoice with the Highes...
