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The Most Anticipated Indie Albums Of Spring 2023

We’re only a few months into 2022, yet we’ve had an influx of amazing indie albums already. Paramore’s long-awaited This Is Why exceeded expectations; Black Belt Eagle Scout’s The Land, The Water, The Sky was a whirlwind of sprawling emotion and visceral instrumentation; Andy Shauf’s Norm served as a compelling portrait of a complex character. More highlights include Yo La Tengo’s This Stupid World, Mac DeMarco’s Five Easy Hot Dogs, and Samia’s Honey.

Luckily, there’s more records to come. Some, fans have been anticipating for years; others come from emerging artists who are getting ready to prove themselves and hopefully break out. Either way, spring is a great time to release a record — it’s time to blast CDs on long drives with the windows down.

Meet Me @ The Altar — Past // Present // Future

Release Date: March 10

A debut album is overdue for the invigorating Fueled By Ramen trio. Past // Present // Future follows a string of EPs and singles that pulled a massive fan base in, and it’ll definitely bring more music lovers into their grip. They already brought the catchy anthem “Say It (To My Face)” to late-night television; it represents their energetic, exuberant brand of pop punk. “This album pays homage to the music we loved growing up while reflecting our modern-day lives, sounds, and experiences,” they said upon the announcement of the LP.

100 Gecs — 10,000 Gecs

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Dog Show/Atlantic

Release Date: March 17

Before the enigmatic 100 Gecs head out on tour in April, they’re gonna drop 10,000 Gecs, the duo’s second album that arrives nearly four years after 2019’s 1000 Gecs. Gecs can embody completely different genres in different songs. On “Hollywood Baby,” for example, they go in a pop-punk-leaning direction, but they could do just about anything else on the rest of the album. – Derrick Rossignol

Yves Tumor — Praise A Lord Who Chews But Which Does Not Consume; (Or Simply, Hot Between Worlds)

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Warp

Release Date: March 17

Lana Del Rey nearly had the long album title throne for spring before Yves Tumor came through. Tumor, of course, has been one of the most fascinating musical innovators for years now because, like they do on recent single “Heaven Surrounds Us Like A Hood,” they don’t let the need for stylistic experimentation get in the way of just plain old good songcraft. – D.R.

Caroline Rose — The Art Of Forgetting

Release Date: March 24

The Art Of Forgetting is an interesting name of an album, considering a lot of making art requires recollection. Caroline Rose’s songs are hazy, almost seeing the world through a kaleidoscopic lens. On the sprawling, sparkling “The Doldrums,” she tries to reconcile with her unwanted memories: “I can’t erase the past and I won’t close my eyes / All I ask is silence from the noise inside my mind.” The lyricism in the singles is consistently striking; on the soft but profound “Love / Lover / Friend,” she lists what she is not: “I’m not your keeper / Your debt collector / I am not a puppeteer pulling strings / I’m not a rag doll / With which you can always play,” she croons.

Fall Out Boy — So Much (For) Stardust

Fall Out Boy So Much (For) Stardust
Fueled By Ramen/DCD2

Release Date: March 24

We’ve had Fall Out Boy in our lives for over two decades at this point, and in case you haven’t been paying attention, they haven’t stopped pumping out No. 1 albums. Their past three LPs have all topped the charts and it’s clear Patrick Stump, Pete Wentz, and company are still having a lot of fun doing it, like with their Easter-egg-packed “Love From The Other Side” video. – D.R.

Softcult — See You In The Dark

Release Date: March 24

A press release says Softcult is recommended if you like Nirvana, Soccer Mommy, Alvvays, or Slowdive. Does it get any better than that? The music warrants this as well; Softcult’s previous EPs and singles have been dreamy feminist explorations, and they’re overdue for a debut full-length. See You In The Dark sounds bewitching so far from the single “Dress,” which the duo explained is about consent. Even when reckoning with heavy topics, the track itself feels light and delicate, floating with mesmeric guitars and pleasant vocals.

Yours Are The Only Ears — We Know The Sky

Release Date: March 24

“‘Dreamer’ is about waking up to the realization that you need to move on from a painful relationship,” Susannah Cutler, who plays as Yours Are The Only Ears, said about the We Know The Sky lead single. “Dreamer” makes her sound wise beyond her years as she reflects on a doomed romance: “When you talk I close my eyes / Imagine all the ways I lie / Just to keep this alive,” she sings, her breathy vocals poignant and heartfelt. The title track, released after, is as stunning, leaning into a more sparse sound that shows how she can use quietness to her advantage.

Boygenius — The Record

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Interscope

Release Date: March 31

Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus, and Julien Baker are three of the most respected artists in their field, so it’s naturally always exciting when they find time to revive their collaborative project, Boygenius. Reviving it they are: Their 2018 self-titled EP caused a frenzy, so their upcoming full-length record is sure to draw even more enthusiastic support. – D.R.

The New Pornographers — Continue As A Guest

Release Date: March 31

The singles for Continue As A Guest, the new album by The New Pornographers, have been promising. It’s the follow-up to their 2019 record In The Morse Code Of Brake Lights. “Really Really Light” was an immediately endearing introduction to Continue As A Guest; the guitars are breezy and exuberant, reminiscent of The Smiths, and the harmonies are hypnotic. “Angelcover” had more of a groove to it, echoing more of a gothic sound.

Blondshell — Blondshell

Release Date: April 7

More than half of Blondshell’s debut is out after she scattered the release of singles over 2022 and 2023. Sabrina Teitelbaum gets away with this because the songs kept getting better every time, from the gloomy, enticing “Olympus” that grapples with love and addiction to the explosive “Veronica Mars” with stunning guitar work and jaded vocals. For a first album, it’s already looking remarkably unique and immersive, like it plunges the listener into a dark, intense world.

Scowl — Psychic Dance Routine EP

Release Date: April 7

Scowl are undoubtedly one of the most exciting hardcore bands right now after the release of their ruthless 2021 album How Flowers Grow. They’re following that up with the Psychic Dance Routine EP. The lead single “Opening Night” drew comparisons to Hole and L7, bursting with grungy guitars and Kat Moss’ unafraid vocals. Though she’s known for brutal growls, she sings mischeviously until the very end when the track explodes and she unleashes her familiar howls. It’s hard to predict what Psychic Dance Routine will be like, but it’ll definitely be a riot.

Wednesday — Rat Saw God

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Dead Oceans

Release Date: April 7

Wednesday made a major move last year by signing with Dead Oceans after earning acclaim with the first four albums. The group hasn’t given themselves much time to rest — Rat Saw God will be their fourth album since 2020 — but they don’t sound tired on songs like the shoegaze-y recent single “Bath County.” – D.R.

Worriers — Warm Blanket

Release Date: April 7

Worriers’ 2020 album You Or Someone You Know came out right before the pandemic hit, yet the opening track was fittingly titled “End Of The World.” Though the album was overshadowed by the panic and the quarantine, it was a good soundtrack to chaos. Now they’re preparing for the follow-up, Warm Blanket, and the lead single “Pollen In The Air” signifies a new beginning: “Quiet in the ever after / In our supplemental chapter / This could be a cool disaster / We didn’t care.” Lauren Denitzio sounds reflective but hopeful. The following single “Prepared To Forget” is a moody ballad: “I’m heading out, prepared to forget / All the memories I haven’t even made yet.” Warm Blanket will definitely be an emotional ride.

Feist — Multitudes

Release Date: April 14

“The last few years were such a period of confrontation for me, and it feels like it was at least to some degree for everyone,” Feist said in a statement. The hallucinogenic single “In Lightning” is the first taste of Multitudes, and it’s a memorable experience. Shimmering vocals strike the listener from all angles, creating a kaleidoscopic landscape. It’s the opener to the album, so it’s safe to expect that the album will only get more immersive and hypnotic from there.

Fenne Lily — Big Picture

Release Date: April 14

When releasing the Big Picture lead single “Lights Light Up,” Fenne Lily said she’d “never really written about love in the present tense before this.” You wouldn’t be able to tell. The track buzzes with gentle affection, moving slowly yet excitedly. “You came to me at the speed of a bad decision / Just the speed, the bad not so much,” she sings candidly and smoothly, sounding like she’s done this a million times. The following single “Dawncolored Horse,” which showcases her knack for storytelling even more, also comes across as natural and endearing; the singer-songwriter feels like a dear friend the second she begins singing. Big Picture will likely hit home.

Jesus Piece — …So Unknown

Release Date: April 14

There’s no limit to the ruthlessness of Jesus Piece. The Philly-based hardcore band are following up 2018’s Only Self with the fiery …So Unknown, whose singles have been nothing short of ferocious. “Gates Of Horn” abides by no rules, endlessly exploding with intense breakdowns and noisy growls. Other singles “An Offering To The Night” and “Tunnel Vision” are as brutal, rooted in metallic riffs and corrosive vocals. …So Unknown will be a cathartic world of pure rage.

Metallica — 72 Seasons

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Blackened

Release Date: April 14

A fortuitous Stranger Things placement has helped put the long-running metal group back in the pop culture spotlight, and now they’re ready to capitalize on it with a new album. On lead single “Lux Æterna,” James Hetfield and company proved that despite how long they’ve been in the game, they’re far from ready to start phoning it in and just collecting paychecks with pedestrian material. – D.R.

The Smashing Pumpkins — Atum: A Rock Opera In Three Acts

Smashing Pumpkins Atum: A Rock Opera In Three Acts
Martha

Release Date: April 21

Speaking of tenured groups, Smashing Pumpkins is another one that hasn’t stopped adventuring. Atum will be their twelfth album and its release is actually already in progress: The first act dropped in November 2022, the second arrived in January, and the project-completing third will be here in April. Bands less seasoned than Smashing Pumpkins lose their creativity all the time, so power to Billy Corgan and company for keeping their imaginations alive. – D.R.

Beach House — Become EP

Release Date: April 22

Beach House just unveiled the sprawling album Once Twice Melody last year, which contained some of their best tracks yet, like the stunning “Superstar”: “I see it now in this photograph / Something good never meant to last,” Victoria Legrand sings emptily against an ethereal sonic background. Now they’re gearing up to release the Become EP, which is a collection of five songs that didn’t make the cut for Once Twice Melody. Because of the pair’s chemistry, it’s likely that they can do no wrong, so these songs are sure to be transcendent.

Indigo De Souza — All Of This Will End

Indigo De Souza
Saddle Creek

Release Date: April 28

De Souza’s Saddle Creek debut Any Shape You Take was an Uproxx favorite in 2021, and while it’s a tough act to follow, it appears All Of This Will End is up to the task. “Younger & Dumber” was certainly a prime choice for a lead single, as the evocative song is a lovely and thoughtful reflection on youth that sets the table for more greatness to come. – D.R.

The National — First Two Pages Of Frankenstein

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4AD

Release Date: April 28

Aaron Dessner apparently devoted a pocket of time to take a break from becoming one of pop’s newest go-to collaborators: The National have a new album ready to go. First Two Pages Of Frankenstein will be the band’s first since 2019 and Dessner’s connections actually helped here, too, as Taylor Swift and Phoebe Bridgers (and Sufjan Stevens) make appearances. – D.R.

Arlo Parks — My Soft Machine

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Transgressive Records

Release Date: May 26

In 2021, Collapsed In Sunbeams made Arlo Parks a star in her native UK and a Grammy-nominated critical favorite in the US. Part of Parks’ appeal is her vulnerability and it appears there’s plenty of that on the new LP: She previously described the project as confronting “the mid-20s anxiety, the substance abuse of friends around me, the viscera of being in love for the first time, navigating PTSD and grief and self-sabotage and joy, moving through worlds with wonder and sensitivity.” – D.R.

Miya Folick — Roach

Release Date: May 26

What’s a better way to introduce a new album than with a self-empowering anthem called “Get Out Of My House“? Miya Folick’s Roach lead single is “about a person, but it’s also about a certain bad habit and a certain bad feeling.” It palpably feels like she’s shaking off both that person and feeling — quite literally — as the dancey track jitters enthusiastically while she sings of preparing for a better, more positive life. With that kind of kickoff, Roach should be an inspiring album that watches Folick being the best version of herself.

Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

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What Were The Opening Weekend Box Office Numbers ‘Creed III?’

Sylvester Stallone may have created the Rocky franchise, but Michael B. Jordan just brought it to new box office heights with the release of Creed III. As ComicBook.com reports, the series’ latest film just scored a knockout at the box office with an opening weekend take of more than $58.3 million—an all-time high for any movie in the franchise.

Creed III’s record-breaking weekend didn’t come as an enormous surprise to box office pundits, who have been predicting big things from the ninth film in the Rocky franchise, which sees Jordan’s Adonis “Donnie” Creed facing off against Damian “Diamond Dame” Anderson (Jonathan Majors), a former childhood pal/boxing prodigy who blames Donnie for the left turn his life took as a teenager.

Amazingly, since Creed debuted in 2015, interest in this spinoff series has only seemed to grow. While the first film earned $173,567,581 worldwide, Creed II (2018) made $213,591,522 globally. Less than a week after its release, Creed III has already managed to rack up more than $101 million around the world, putting it on track to likely become the franchise’s all-time biggest box office hit — with much of the credit due directly to Jordan.

In addition to playing the eponymous role in the Creed series, Creed III also marks Jordan’s directorial debut. And while the 36-year-old actor has clearly learned a lot about the filmmaking craft from frequent collaborator Ryan Coogler, who co-wrote and directed Creed, Jordan’s decision to shoot Creed III in IMAX — a first for a sports movie — will likely also play a part in its final box office haul.

One person who probably won’t be buying a ticket? Sylvester Stallone. Rocky Balboa himself got pretty candid with The Hollywood Reporter back in November, when he shared that he’s not a big fan of where the franchise he created — but, oddly, doesn’t really own a piece of — is headed. Sly did, however, wish them well.

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Kim Kardashian Posted A Seemingly Filter-Less Selfie From The Dentist (?) That’s Sparking… Quite A Discussion

It seems silly to think about a time before filters both ruled and destroyed our society, but about a decade ago, it was very normal to post a photo on Instagram in all its slightly fizzy, pixelated glory, without needing to throw on some sort of AI animal over your face. Of course, photoshop still existed, but you didn’t have to airbrush your face before posting online, probably because not a lot of people were on there to judge you. Now, if you do something and don’t post about it, did it really happen? This seems to be the case for the Kardashian clan and their army of small children who have continued their social media takeover into the 2020s.

Kim Kardashian recently posted a no-filter selfie which is just uncommon enough for her millions of Instagram followers to take notice and comment about it in herds.

The alleged filter-less pic probably has some sort of retouching, but it seems like Kardashian is trying to prove to everyone that she doesn’t edit every photo, just most of them. And she also got to show off just how casual she is getting her teeth cleaned, just like those normal non-rich folks. Stars! They are just like us. Those dental hygienists are seemingly wearing Yeezy’s, by the way.

Many of Kardashian’s followers praised her for the photo, which is seemingly the return of “the old Kim” who would post silly pictures of herself with those infamous grainy black borders circa 2012, before she made millions of dollars per post. The fans seem to celebrate the return to no-filter pics, with comments like “Nice to see Kim’s skin without makeup or a filter” and “Yes an unfiltered selfie!!!” and “I was just there!! Didn’t see her.” The comment section in a Kardashian Instagram post will introduce you to the most interesting people you will never meet in your life. One person did raise an interesting point, though…

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Is this a sign that we are coming full circle? Is it finally time to view the world through the Valencia filter again? This might be the only way our nation can heal after. At least she’s not posting about crypto anymore.

(Via Glamour)

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Miley Cyrus Teased Her New Single, ‘River,’ Just Days Before ‘Endless Summer Vacation’ Arrives

We are just days away from embarking on our Endless Summer Vacation with Miley Cyrus. As her eighth studio album is imminent, the “Flowers” hitmaker has teased the second taste from the project.

In a clip shared to Cyrus’ social media, she is seen in black and white, as a snippet from the upcoming Endless Summer Vacation cut “River” plays. Though we don’t hear any lyrics from “River,” we can hear an ’80s-inspired, synth-and-guitar-driven instrumental, seemingly continuing the dance-ready theme established by “Flowers.”

Additionally, longtime Smilers can expect another treat upon the album’s release. Today, producer Mike Will Made-It, who worked on the bulk of Cyrus’ 2013 album, Bangerz, took to Twitter to tease his impending reunion with Cyrus on Endless Summer Vacations.

“Mike Will x Miley Cyrus wave starts back Friday… sorry for the wait,” he said.

Though the two have worked on several hits together, including “We Can’t Stop” and “Party Up The Street,” the last time they collaborated was in 2019. Still, the two maintain a fondness for each other. According to the album credits, which were revealed by Tidal, Cyrus and Mike Will collaborated on the songs “Thousand Miles,” “Violet Chemistry,” and “Muddy Feet.”

Shortly after teasing their reunion, Mike Will continued to hint that Cyrus’ new era will be iconic.

“Miley is definitely in her bag…,” he said.

Endless Summer Vacation is out 3/10 via Columbia. Find more information here.

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Russian State TV Talking Heads Seem Very Worried That Putin’s Ukraine War Might Actually Outlive Him

Vladimir Putin’s ill-advised war in Ukraine has lasted over a year, and by all appearances, it looks like he’s still surprised at this lack of an outcome. He recently threw a fit and pulled out of a nuclear pact while the Kremlin re-upped its talk of going Lex Luthor on the U.S. The Russian president has not answered to the Viagra or Botox shortages in his country, although he is apparently allowing cabbage to freak him out.

In the meantime, some other freak outs are happening on the propaganda airwaves known as Russian State TV. As Newsweek relays, there’s quite a stir among talking heads, and that includes (as seen in the below clip tweeted by The Daily Beast columnist Julia Davis) commentator Sergey Mikheyev, who expressed his frustrations with the slow (nearly absent) pace of progress, which could eventually bring this outcome: “I won’t live long enough to see any successes.” He then declared, “Our leadership won’t live long enough for that either.”

As well, Mikheyev added that this war could very well “last for decades” given current conditions, which was a sentiment shared by ex-Putin advisor Sergei Markov, who (as reported by Newsweek) believes that “there is no end in sight” to Russia’s war in Ukraine.

By all accounts, it’s one step forward and two steps back for Russia in this conflict with Putin regularly restocking his troops who are abandoning tanks in Ukrainian cities. The BBC recently summed up how Russia seems “stuck” in a holding pattern, and Putin is apparently intending to exhaust Ukraine into giving up while also insisting that he’s winning this thing. And clearly on Russian State TV, they’re not feeling so hot about this war anymore.

(Via Julia Davis on Twitter & Newsweek))

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Florence Welch Teases A Spooky Cover Of A No Doubt Hit For ‘Yellowjackets’ Season Two

Florence Welch (of Florence + The Machine) officially teased her new cover of No Doubt’s “Just A Girl,” which will be featured in Season 2 of Showtime’s Yellowjackets series later this month.

In a new video on social media, Welch looks through a rack of extravagant dresses before arriving at the sports team jacket that is common in the show. She then puts it on over her clothes, showcasing the bold “Yellowjackets” lettering on the back. Fans can also hear a teaser of her version in the video.

“So happy I got picked for the team this year,” she captioned the clip.

“We make one hell of a team,” the official Yellowjackets account replied.

Earlier this year, a fan account pointed out a post made on Deuxmoi that read, “Florence + The Machine is covering a 90s smash hit song for promo of a popular show’s second season premiering in March,” which has since been proven correct.

Following the reveal, fans are extremely excited. “ma’am you can’t just drop this with no full version release date,” one wrote. “OH MY F*CKING GOD. MY HEART IS ABOUT TO EXPLODE,” another added. Season two of Yellowjackets kicks off on March 24.

Continue scrolling for some additional fan reactions to Florence Welch’s forthcoming No Doubt cover reveal.

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Outside Lands’ Diverse 2023 Lineup Is Led By Foo Fighters, Kendrick Lamar, Lana Del Rey, And Others

San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park will once again play host to the Outside Lands festival this year, from August 11 to 13. Ahead of then, the lineup was unveiled today (March 7), and it’s led by Kendrick Lamar, Foo Fighters, Odesza, Lana Del Rey, The 1975, Megan Thee Stallion, Zedd, Janelle Monáe, Maggie Rogers, and Fisher.

There are plenty of highlights beyond that, too, including Lil Yachty, JID, Interpol, Willow, Father John Misty, Tobe Nwigwe, Orville Peck, Aespa, Beabadoobee, Alvvays, Alex G, Soccer Mommy, Diesel (aka Shaquille O’Neal), Raveena, Inhaler, Ethel Cain, Samia, The Jungle Giants, and Wednesday.

As for how to experience the festival yourself, three-day tickets go on sale tomorrow (March 8) at 10 a.m. PT, via the Outside Lands website.

At the moment, it’s unclear what Foo Fighters will look like for their headlining performance, as they have yet to announce who will be the band’s new drummer following the death of Taylor Hawkins (although fans have ideas about who should get the spot). The band’s performance could be in support of a new album, if a radio DJ’s apparent accidental leak is to be believed.

Check out the full Outside Lands lineup above.

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Ja Morant Could Face Lengthy Suspension If The NBA Finds He Brought A Gun On The Grizzlies Team Plane

Ja Morant is currently not with the Grizzlies after an Instagram Live video from late Friday night/early Saturday morning in Denver showed him holding a gun in a nightclub following Memphis’ loss to the Nuggets.

The Grizzlies announced Morant would miss at least their next two games in L.A., but head coach Taylor Jenkins provided the update on Sunday that there is no timetable for Morant’s return. While the Grizzlies are working with Morant to lay out a path for what he must do to return to the team, there is the lingering question of the NBA’s own investigation, as well as Colorado police. From a legal perspective, it is illegal in Colorado to be in possession of a firearm while under the influence of alcohol, which is what Colorado police are apparently investigating.

From an NBA perspective, the fact that Morant had the gun on a road trip raises questions about whose gun it was, how he got it to Denver, and more. As Marc Stein laid out on the latest episode of This League Uncut, if the league determines that Morant brought the gun on the team plane, it could lead to a lengthy suspension.

“The CBA element is something that we do know because that’s happened before with the Gilbert Arenas-Jarvaris Crittenton thing in Washington,” Stein said. “Basically the CBA says if there is a firearm on team premises or on a team plane or anything like that, that’s an automatic 50-game suspension. So that’s why I think, as you alluded to, the league is trying to ascertain where was the gun before the Instagram video and all other manner of questions tied to that.”

UPDATE: Stein corrected himself on Twitter afterwards, saying it would violate the bylaws but would not automatically lead to a 50-game suspension, that is just the number Gilbert Arenas got in his incident with Crittenton, and the suspension length would be at Adam Silver’s discretion.

While the team plane isn’t explicitly listed as a team or NBA facility, the CBA does state that “whenever a player is traveling on any NBA-related business…such player shall not possess a firearm of any kind or any other deadly weapon.”

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For now, Morant’s absence is indefinite as the league investigates the situation, but it could be a very lengthy absence for the young star guard should it be determined the gun was his and he brought it with him to Denver.

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The First Reactions To ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ Are Calling It The ‘Most Badass’ Wick Movie Yet, And Donnie Yen Is The ‘MVP’

The first reactions for John Wick: Chapter 4 are rolling in, and just like the titular character, the movie is absolutely killing it. Despite the film’s massively long runtime, critics are going nuts for this latest installment that once again puts Reeves’ assassin to the test. There’s also a whole lot of love for Donnie Yen, who is clearly a welcomed addition to the franchise that continues to insanely new levels of action with each film.

“I was blown away by many of the action sequences in #JohnWickChapter4,” Erik Davis tweeted. “This is definitely the biggest & most badass JOHN WICK movie yet w/ a runtime near 3 hours & an ending everyone will be talking about. No one does action like this – it’s on another level. Part 4 simply rules.”

“John Wick: Chapter 4 is one of the finest action movies ever,” Hunter Bolding wrote. “My jaw hit the floor at least six times. One section involving a Dragon’s Breath shotgun is just action-movie goodness at its best. Donnie Yen steals the show. Easily the best in the series.”

“I loved #JohnWick4,” Eric Goldman tweeted. “Yes, it’s a notably long action movie, but it’s a long action movie filled with fantastic John Wick action sequences that truly transcend into that place where it feels like you are watching a masterful, carnage-filled ballet in all the right ways.”

“I had reservations about John Wick: Chapter 4’s nearly three hour runtime, but the movie earns it,” Eric Eisenberg wrote. “It’s an epic with smart pacing that never lets the action feel exhausting, and the set pieces are phenomenal. Great cast of series newcomers, but Donnie Yen is the MVP.”

You can see more reactions to John Wick: Chapter 4 below, and with these kind of rave reviews, the film is easily on track to deliver the biggest opening box office for the franchise:

John Wick: Chapter 4 slams into theaters on March 24.

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In An Exciting Blog-Era Reunion, Logic And Juicy J Are Going On Tour

Still hot off his new album, College Park, Logic has announced a new tour. Beginning in May, the “Self Medication” rapper will embark on a nationwide tour.

Joining Logic on the majority of the dates is rapper Juicy J. Opening on all of the dates are C Dot Castro and Travis Stacey, who are signed to Logic’s BobbyBoy Records label.

General on-sale for all dates of the tour begins this Friday (March 10), and fans can purchase tickets here.

You can see the list of tour dates below.

05/25 — Madison, WI @ The Sylvee
05/27 — Chicago, IL @ Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom^
05/28 — Detroit, MI @ Fox Theatre
05/31 — Akron, OH @ Akron Civic Center
06/02 — Boston, MA @ MGM Music Hall
06/03 — Bridgeport, CT @ Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater
06/04 — New York City, NY @ Hammerstein Ballroom
06/07 — Philadelphia, PA @ The Met
06/08 — Washington, DC @ Echostage^
06/10 — Charlotte, NC @ Skyla Credit Union Amp
06/11 — Jacksonville, FL @ Daily’s Place
06/12 — New Orleans, LA @ Fillmore
06/14 — Houston, TX @ 713 Music Hall
06/15 — Austin, TX @ Moody Center
06/16 — Dallas, TX @ South Side Ballroom^
06/19 — Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium
06/20 — Salt Lake City, UT @ Union Event Center
06/22 — Seattle, WA @ WAMU Theater^
06/23 — Portland, OR @ RV Inn Resorts Amp
06/25 — San Francisco, CA @ The Masonic
06/28 — Los Angeles, CA @ YouTube Theater
06/29 — San Diego, CA @ Gallagher Square at Petco Park
06/30 — Phoenix, AZ @ Arizona Financial Theatre

^ without Juicy J