This year’s Stagecoach Festival is in the books and music fans flocked to Indio, California for three days of music, BBQ, and their best cowboy-inspired outfits. The growing sense is that dressing up in your Western fit is as much a part of the fun as all the music and food and activities that the festival has programmed. Just as dance music fans loved their revealing, colorful ensembles a decade past, now country music is getting in on the fun. This is country music prom, and everyone’s invited.
Cowboy hats were everywhere, with trucker hats not far behind. Boots were the footwear of choice, while buckles and denim gave outfits timeless personality custom to the wearer. And, of course, with the heat more temperate than years past, that didn’t stop people from showing skin before bundling up at night. For an event that features Zach Bryan, Jelly Roll, Luke Combs, and many more, lifestyle vibes carried the day, with the sheer amount of fun that the attendees were having with their friends being the most lasting impression.
Check out the photos of the best dressed cowboys and cowgirls that we saw at Stagecoach 2025, and check out the rest of our coverage from the event here.
Tell the bourbon snobs to cover their ears — ‘smooth bourbon’ is a thing, and truthfully it can be delicious.
So-called bourbon enthusiasts might occasionally take exception with the term ‘smooth’, but it’s actually a really effective descriptor and one that people of all experience levels speak about and seek out. Why is that? Despite its reputation for harshness, bourbon is loaded with sweet and approachable flavors and can have a soft, well-rounded mouthfeel, which lends itself to being called smooth.
Not everyone is looking for that punch-you-in-the-chest alcohol burn often associated with the spirit, and even those who are might at times turn to the lighter side of the spectrum, reaching for a pour with more finesse than pugilism. Look, as head whiskey critic here at Uproxx and a spirits judge at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, I’m here to tell you that’s a good thing.
Versatility is one of bourbon’s best qualities as a category. The spirit lends itself to contemplative neat-sipping as well as complex cocktails, and it has the heft to hold up over a big ice cube on a hot summer day. Bourbon’s ability to satisfy the proof hounds (folks who like high-proof alcohol) as well as those looking for some easy-sipping is part of what makes it so great.
So, with that out of the way, let’s get to tasting!
I rounded up some of my favorite, flavorful, smooth-sipping bourbons for a blind taste test to identify the smoothest of them all. Shall we begin?
This one gives off rosewater and white peach notes immediately, with some dilute honey joining them on the nose and palate. There’s some white pepper along with vanilla and black tea with cream here as well.
It’s a fairly dull experience, honestly, but each of the flavor notes plays well with each other, so this is a whiskey I could drink all day long.
Taste 2
Frank Dobbins III
Tasting Notes:
On the nose, this one is impressively dark and sweet with mature oak and brown sugar leading the way. On the palate, this whiskey is buttery and quickly coats your tongue in flavor while hanging around at the edges of the jaw and offering a lithe, slowly receding finish with a touch of black pepper spice and dark cherries.
Not only is this one really smooth, but it’s also surprisingly multi-layered. We’re only on taste two, but I can tell this one will go really far in today’s test.
Taste 3
Frank Dobbins III
Tasting Notes:
This whiskey opens with convincing Rainier cherry and brioche bun notes, and on the first sip, those notes become slightly sweeter and more buttery while joined by some faint honey, youthful oak, and allspice.
This is smooth, yes, but also surprisingly rich. I can detect a slightly higher proof, but it doesn’t at all detract from the easy-sipping experience, which is a huge bonus.
Taste 4
Frank Dobbins III
Tasting Notes:
The nosing notes on this one open with some cocoa powder, dried plums, and clove, while the palate introduces some toffee and a splash of citrus atop a bed of mellow oak and vanilla.
This is a tad bit restrained and straightforward but damn is it delicious, and it’s probably the smoothest bourbon of the flight so far. These flavors just work so damn well together, it’s hard to find a single flaw here.
Taste 5
Frank Dobbins III
Tasting Notes:
Coming off of the last glass, this one comes across as decidedly faint with dilute honey, youthful oak, and apricots. The palate livens things up a bit with some white pepper spice playing nicely with pie crust, Golden Delicious apples, and a hint of clove.
The richness of this one waxes and wanes, but its overall smoothness, courtesy of those well-integrated flavors, is undeniable.
Taste 6
Frank Dobbins III
Tasting Notes:
The nose is full of rich aromas from brandied raisins to brown sugar, cocoa powder, and toasted almonds. I’m ready for a sip. After giving this whiskey a swig, that richness follows through on the palate and brings further notes of clove, faint black pepper, and young oak with a lovely, mouth-coating texture.
This is definitely the most balanced bourbon of the flight thus far, and it ticks every box for a smooth-sipping experience.
Taste 7
Frank Dobbins III
Tasting Notes:
The nose on this one is full of earthiness, think potting soil, with some honey and grain-forward notes like corn pudding. Once in the mouth, the whiskey follows a similar track with some faint baking spices like cinnamon bark and allspice, giving it a little kick.
So far, this one is the least-smooth of the bunch, with each flavor note seeming a bit at odds, though the overall result is pleasant enough.
Taste 8
Frank Dobbins III
Tasting Notes:
Right off the bat, this one carries some delicious aromas of cornbread, caramel, and roasted hazelnuts, and then in the mouth it adds a faint bit of milk chocolate and clove.
You can tell that the heat is a little higher on this one, and that comes with added flavor, but it does sacrifice a bit of the smoothness we’re looking for.
Taste 9
Frank Dobbins III
Tasting Notes:
This one is immediately evocative of kettle corn with some sugary grain-led notes, combining well with black pepper, Chelan cherries, and apple sauce. The palate is buttery, and feels like it’s hovering around 100-proof, but don’t let that scare you off.
This one is impressively well-integrated, and its smooth sweetness easily tempered the impression of heat.
Taste 10
Frank Dobbins III
Tasting Notes:
The nose on this whiskey begins with some nicely developed floral and citrus notes before the palate introduces more of those classic Tahitian vanilla, dark fruit, and toasted cedar notes. There’s some dilute caramel and peppercorn as well, with a pretty smooth mouthfeel.
This is a bit more disjointed than some of the other pours, but it delivers a lot of flavor while retaining a good degree of ‘smoothness’.
Part 2: The Ranking
10. O.K.I. Bottled In Bond Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Taste 7
O.K.I.’s Bottled in Bond Bourbon, sourced from MGP, gives the brand a new entry-level whiskey offering. This inaugural bottled-in-bond bourbon was bred from a mash bill of 60% corn, 36% rye, and 4% malted barley.
Bottom Line:
This unique take on bottled-in-bond MGP whiskey doesn’t entirely hit the mark, but thanks to its distinct earthiness, it certainly has something interesting to say. If unconventional, earthy bottled-in-bond bourbon is your jam, then you’ll want a bottle of this one ASAP.
Bulleit’s brand-new bottled-in-bond bourbon really hits the sweet spot for fans of the brand who love their classic flavor profile but would love a little extra flavor even more. What makes this one so special is the fact that it’s comprised 100% of Bulleit’s own distillate — a first for the brand.
Bottom Line:
Bulleit has made a resounding splash in each of the last two years, first with the return of its celebrated 12-year rye and now with a bottled-in-bond line expansion comprised entirely of its own distillate. This new expression deserves praise as it strikes a nice balance of flavors and indicates a ton of promise for future tasty offerings.
8. Still Austin “The Musician” Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Taste 10
Still Austin, out of Austin, Texas, is putting out some killer whiskey, and for evidence, look no further than their entry-level bourbon. This one was made with a mash bill of 70% white corn, 25% rye, and 5% malted barley — all grown right in Texas.
Bottom Line:
Still Austin’s flagship bourbon delivers some tasty spice notes to counter its smooth base of dilute caramel and floral vanilla notes. Simply put, this bourbon completely redefines the Texas whiskey category in the best way possible.
Four Roses Bourbon, the oft-overlooked entry-level offering from Four Roses, features a blend of all ten recipes that the distillery is famous for. Little-known fact: Four Roses regularly utilizes slightly older bourbon in these blends, which is part of the reason they eschew an age statement. It’s also part of the reason that this remarkably consistent expression is so damn good.
Four Roses Bourbon is one of the best easy-going bourbons that money can buy, and it’s one I regularly keep on hand for the hotter summer months. While it’s a fairly straightforward whiskey when enjoyed neat, follow this tip for summer sipping: pop it in the freezer and pour heartily when you need a refreshing drink that’s a tad bit stronger than water. It’s as smooth as silk.
Frank August is a newcomer on the American whiskey scene, and they’re daring to ask the question: What is America’s spirit? Yes, bourbon is America’s Native Spirit, but they’re looking to highlight non-traditional stories to get at the heart of what this industry truly represents. For its flagship bourbon expression, sourced from another distillery in Kentucky, Frank August is blending small batches of 10-15 barrels and bottling them at the classic 100-proof mark.
Bottom Line:
Frank August is a brand with bangers seemingly everywhere in its portfolio. Their Small Batch expression, however, might be the purest example of the brand’s steady hand and clear vision of producing great bourbon free from any frills but packed with plenty of thrills.
The latest Orphan Barrel offering, dubbed Fanged Pursuit, features 17-year non-chill filtered Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. KSBW at that age is hard to come by. Notably, it’s brought to Orphan Barrel’s preferred proof — a relatively low 46% ABV.
Bottom Line:
I’ve been consistently impressed with Orphan Barrel’s offerings, enjoying the flavorful, low-ABV expressions in a vacuum. Their price, however, has more often been the sticking point. At 17 years old, this is one of the few expressions in the lineup that warrants the cost, offering a rich, darkly sweet flavor profile with an exceedingly approachable smooth factor to boot.
Elmer T. Lee is the second single-barrel bourbon from Buffalo Trace. After Elmer T. Lee, the man, helped to create the brand’s first single-barrel bourbon in Blanton’s, the distillery honored him by naming this 90-proof single-barrel expression after him.
Bottom Line:
Elmer T. Lee is highly sought after for reasons beyond the bottle’s taste. It was formerly a slightly higher-quality product before demand skyrocketed, and it became less affordable and available. This present-day version isn’t going to knock your socks off and isn’t worth any extra effort in hunting down, but it still manages to offer a pleasant, crowd-pleasing experience.
Penelope’s brand new affordable offering is a crowd-pleaser: Wheated Bourbon. While savvy enthusiasts will note that Penelope already offers a Four Grain bourbon with wheat in the mash bill, this one has a slightly higher percentage of wheat in the mash bill and is bottled at a higher proof. Finally, this expression is non-chill filtered to preserve maximum flavor.
Bottom Line:
This bottle is a revelation. While I’ve typically been more drawn to the brand’s burlier high-ABV options, its recent low-proof products have been eye-opening displays of full-flavored, approachable bourbons you need right now. This is a whiskey I cannot recommend highly enough.
Woodford Reserve Bourbon is frequently cited as one of the best bourbons for beginners for two main reasons: it’s bottled at a relatively low proof and has an assortment of rich, balanced, and crowd-pleasing flavors. Woodford Reserve is owned by Brown-Forman, which also includes Jack Daniel’s and Old Forester in its portfolio.
Bottom Line:
Woodford Reserve deserves all the praise it receives for being a fantastic beginner bourbon. Sure, its proof point might make bourbon snobs turn up their noses. However, there’s absolutely no denying that this whiskey still manages to pack a ton of flavor, free from any harsh elements, making it one of the best, easy-sipping, readily available whiskeys of any category on the market.
Michter’s was recently voted the World’s Most Admired Whiskey Distillery, and its flagship bourbon is the most readily available example of why. For this expression and the rest of its whiskey lineup, Michter’s uses a proprietary filtration process to optimize the flavor coming from its barrels.
Bottom Line:
Michter’s US*1 Bourbon perfectly threads the needle of being delicious and easy-going. Free from any harsher elements, your palate will take to this whiskey like a fish in the water as those sublime, mellow notes wash over your tongue and coat your mouth with a remarkable range of flavors that just naturally go together.
Michter’s US*1 Bourbon should definitely be your first purchase if you’re looking for smooth bourbon to enjoy neat.
With his album Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going making waves in the country scene, Shaboozey’s next move is a tour. The Great American Roadshow Tour is set to kick off in the fall, hitting some favorite venues throughout the American Heartland as he brings his fusion of country, hip-hop, and pop to the people.
Shaboozey was one of a slew of performers who joined Jelly Roll onstage during the rapper-turned-country-star’s headlining set at Stagecoach following the release of their single, “Amen,” highlighting just how far and how fast his star has risen. This could very well be the last short tour he does for a while; as he’s almost undoubtedly going to be stepping up to even bigger venues in the future.
Tickets go on sale on Friday, May 2 at 10 AM local time, while pre-sales include Artist pre-sale tickets on sale on Tuesday, April 29, local pre-sale on Wednesday, April 30, and Spotify pre-sale on Thursday, May 1. You can find more info here.
The Great American Roadshow Tour Dates
9/22/2025 – Indianapolis, IN @ Egyptian Room at Old National Centre
9/23/2025 – Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore Detroit
9/25/2025 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore Philadelphia
9/27/2025 – Virginia Beach, VA @ The Dome
9/29/2025 – Nashville, TN @ The Pinnacle*
10/1/2025 – Birmingham, AL @ Avondale Brewing Company
10/2/2025 – New Orleans, LA @ The Fillmore New Orleans
10/5/2025 – Houston, TX @ 713 Music Hall
10/9/2025 – Fort Worth, TX @ Billy Bob’s Texas*
10/12/2025 – St Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Live
10/14/2025 – Fort Lauderdale, FL @ War Memorial Auditorium
10/16/2025 – Orlando, FL @ House of Blues Orlando
Fresh off announcing a new album, Haim have revealed the dates for the I Quit Tour. Sisters Danielle, Este, and Alana will perform in 23 cities in North America and 7 cities across the UK this fall, with support from Dora Jar on select dates. If we’re lucky, maybe they’ll bust out a cover of “That Thing You Do.”
The artist pre-sale for Haim’s I Quit Tour starts Thursday, May 1, at 10 a.m. local time, followed by the general on-sale on Friday, May 2, at 10 a.m. local time. You can find more information on Haim’s website.
Check out the full tour dates below.
Haim’s 2025 Tour Dates: The I Quit Tour
09/04 — Philadelphia, PA @ TD Pavilion at the Mann
09/05 — Boston, MA @ The Stage at Suffolk Downs
09/06 — Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena
09/08 — New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden
09/09 — New Haven, CT @ Westville Music Bowl
09/10 — Columbia, MD @ Merriweather Post Pavilion
09/12 — Chicago, IL @ United Center
09/13 — Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave +
09/14 — Minneapolis, MN @ The Armory +
09/17 — Portland, OR @ Edgefield +
09/18 — Seattle, WA @ WAMU Theater +
09/20 — Vancouver, BC @ Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre +
09/23 — Phoenix, AZ @ Mesa Amphitheatre +
09/25 — Dallas, TX @ The Bomb Factory +
09/26 — Austin, TX @ Moody Center +
09/28 — Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall- Lawn +
09/30 — Nashville, TN @ The Pinnacle +
10/03 — Denver, CO @ Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre +
10/04 — Salt Lake City, UT @ The Great Saltair +
10/07 — San Francisco, CA @ Bill Graham Civic Auditorium +
10/09 — Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum +
10/10 — San Diego, CA @ The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park +
10/11 — Santa Barbara, CA @ Santa Barbara Bowl +
10/24 — Nottingham, UK @ Motorpoint Arena
10/25 — Cardiff, UK @ Utilita Arena
10/26 — Brighton, UK @ Brighton Centre
10/28 — London, UK @ The 02
10/30 — Manchester, UK @ AO Arena
10/31 — Glasgow, UK @ OVO Hydro
+ with Dora Jar
I Quit is out 6/20 via Columbia Records. Find more information here.
To promote the new movie Hurry Up Tomorrow, Coachella guest star The Weeknd interviewed co-star Jenna Ortega for V Magazine. The chat is an insightful read from two real-deal movie buffs: the “Drive” singer, for instance, introduced Tim Burton to Claire Denis’ masterful Beau Travail, and they make references to Buster Keaton, Charlie Chaplin, and Isabelle Adjani.
Ortega also discussed a screenplay she’s been working on for many years.
“I have a script that I’ve known that I was going to make for almost 10 years,” the Wednesday actress told The Weeknd. “It’s weird because it’s something that I thought of when I was younger and when I first started out in this field, and it’s only now that I’m actually starting to take the steps to get it made.”
Ortega continued:
“I think learning how to produce and being a part of projects in that way has informed me so much. There’s so much that goes on behind the scenes that I wasn’t aware of. I’m just putting the puzzle pieces together in my head. So I think I needed a few years of that under my belt to understand the order of doing things. Everything that I’ve done in my career, I feel like there’s a reason why I didn’t make this story at an earlier time, but I’m really excited about it.”
Ortega added that for this script in particular, “I see myself in it, but I really want to direct. That’s probably the main thing that I want to do. I see that for myself. I just feel that’s the way my brain wants to work and think, and that’s how I even view my acting sometimes.”
The Beths are back. On Monday (April 28), the New Zealand-based indie rock group — composed of vocalist Elizabeth Stokes, guitarist Jonathan Pearce, bassist Benjamin Sinclair, and drummer Tristan Deck — shared a sprightly new song, “Metal.” It’s not only The Beths’ first new music since the deluxe edition of Expert In A Dying Field, one of the year’s best albums, it’s also the band’s debut recording for the record label ANTI-.
In a statement, Stokes described “Metal” as “a song about being alive and existing in a human body.” She continued:
“That is something I have been acutely aware of in the last few years, where I have been on what one might call a ‘health journey.’ For parts of the last few years, I kind of felt like my body was a vehicle that had carried me pretty well thus far but was breaking down, something I had little to no control over. All of the steps in the Rube Goldberg machine of life are so unlikely, and yet here we are in it. I have a hunger and a curiosity for learning about the world around me, and for learning about myself. And despite all the ways that my body feels like a broken machine, I still marvel at the complexity of such a machine.”
There’s no mention of an album yet, but you can listen to “Metal” above.
The Beths are also heading on tour this year, including headlining shows. Tickets go on sale on Friday, May 2, at 10 a.m. local time. You can find more information here, and check out the full dates below.
The Beths’ 2025 Tour Dates
09-18 — Dublin, IE @ Button Factory
09-20 — Manchester, UK @ Albert Hall
09-21 — Glasgow, UK @ SWG3 TV Studio
09-22 — Leeds, UK @ Project House
09-24 — Bristol, UK @ O2 Academy
09-25 — Birmingham, UK @ XOYO
09-26 — London, UK @ Roundhouse
09-27 — Brighton, UK @ CHALK
09-29 — Tourcoing, FR @ Le Grand Mix
09-30 — Paris, FR @ Le Trabendo
10/01 — Brussels, BE @ Botanique
10/03 — Cologne, DE @ Kantine
10/04 — Amsterdam, NL @ Paradiso
10/05 — Hamburg, DE @ Krust
10/07 — Stockholm, SE @ Slaktkyrkan
10/08 — Oslo, NO @ Parkteatret Scene
10/09 — Copenhagen, DK @ Pumpehuset
10/11 — Berlin, DE @ Lido
10/12 — Munich, DE @ Strom
10/13 — Zurich, CH @ Plaza
10/15 — Barcelona, ES @ Razzmatazz 2
10/16 — Madrid, ES @ Nazca
10/17 — Lisbon, PT @ LAV
10/30 — Asheville, NC @ The Orange Peel*
10/31 — Atlanta, GA @ Variety Playhouse *
11/01 — Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl *
11/03 — Dallas, TX @ The Studio At The Bomb Factory *
11/04 — Austin, TX @ Emo’s *
11/06 — Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren *
11/07 — Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern * ^
11/08 — San Francisco, CA @ The Fillmore *
11/12 — Sacramento, CA @ Ace of Spades *
11/14 — Portland, OR @ Crystal Ballroom *
11/15 — Seattle, WA @ The Moore Theatre *
11/16 — Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom *
11/18 — Salt Lake City, UT @ Metro Music Hall *
11/19 — Denver, CO @ Ogden Theatre *
11/21 — Kansas City, MO @ The Truman *
11/22 — St. Paul, MN @ Palace Theatre *
11/23 — Chicago, IL @ The Salt Shed (Indoor) * +
11/25 — Cleveland, OH @ Globe Iron *
11/26 — Pittsburgh, PA @ Roxian Theatre *
11/28 — Toronto, ON @ Danforth Music Hall *
11/29 — Montreal, QC @ Beanfield Theatre *
12/02 — Boston, MA @ Royale *
12/03 — Providence, RI @ Fete Music Hall *
12/05 — Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount * #
12/06 — Philadelphia, PA @ Union Transfer *
12/09 — Washington, D.C. @ 9:30 Club *
* with Phoebe Rings
^ with Bret McKenzie
+ with Squirrel Flower
# with Illuminati Hotties
Keeping up with new music can be exhausting, even impossible. From the weekly album releases to standalone singles dropping on a daily basis, the amount of music is so vast it’s easy for something to slip through the cracks. Even following along with the Uproxx recommendations on a daily basis can be a lot to ask, so every Monday we’re offering up this rundown of the best new music this week.
This week saw Lorde do some wondering and Megan Thee Stallion put up with no nonsense. Yeah, it was a great week for new music. Check out the highlights below.
It’s been less than a year since Meg’s latest album, Megan, but a new era is already loading. Last week, she shared “Whenever,” which sees her flexing her signature confidence.
Kali Uchis — “ILYSMIH”
Uchis has been through some ups and downs lately: She had a kid, then lost her mother. On the new single “ILYSMIH,” she appreciates what she has: “I love you so much it hurts / And I can’t stop the tears, my baby’s really here / I love you so much it hurts / He showed me what my life was really worth / Down here on earth / And it hurts.”
PinkPantheress has blossomed into one of the biggest breakout stars of the past few years, and she’s just getting started. When sharing “Stateside” last week, she said, “So excited to share with you my favorite song off of the project, ‘Stateside.’ It explores my growth as an artist and I hope everyone enjoys it as much as me.”
Shaboozey’s Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going was a major breakout for the country star, and as the project’s one-year anniversary approaches, he has expanded it with a deluxe edition. New offerings include “Amen,” a collab with fellow country favorite Shaboozey.
d4vd — “Is This Really Love?”
Sure, d4vd bungled a backflip at Coachella. Don’t let that take away from the 20-year-old’s music, though: His new album Withered is here, led by tracks like the smooth “Is This Really Love?.”
Sault — “T.H.”
Sault had some seasonal fun with the release of their latest project, 10: Over Easter Weekend, the project dropped on Friday, disappeared, and returned on Sunday. Fittingly, the project also has a heavy gospel influence.
Coco Jones — “On Sight”
Jonas has emerged from the child Disney star life and come out a confident R&B favorite, whose debut album, Why Not More?, just dropped. She even got some acting in with the funny video for “On Sight.”
Cardi B isn’t shy when it comes to flaunting her body (or in many other respects, really). Things can turn sour, though, when her body becomes the subject of criticism. It recently did, so Cardi clapped back by sharing some facts about some things she’s been through over the past year-plus.
Over the weekend (as HotNewHipHop notes), Cardi shared an Instagram Story in response to comments about her body made by a TikTok user. Cardi’s post read:
“Fun fact… I actually took butt shots out January 2024, Fun fact I gained 25 pounds while I was pregnant and most of that went to my butt and his, fun fact I gave birth 7 months ago … Why is never man talking bout women bodies is always you weird ass females … And no I haven’t gotten surgery … Yall always talk about girls getting on the table then turn around and make you wanna lay on one but God forbid I talk about how yall look …”
Earlier this year, Cardi had some words for somebody who accused her of being a TikTok rapper, writing, “Babe I’m getting 7million dollar offers to do my own vitamins I can retire you from your flipping burger job by tomorrow.Thank me tho I been helping you get your 8.99$ twitter checks [kissing emoji].”
At its heart, Stagecoach is a country music festival. In recent years, though, it has expanded well beyond that. Last weekend’s lineup, for instance, featured T-Pain, Lana Del Rey, Diplo, Creed, Nelly, Chromeo, Backstreet Boys, Sammy Hagar, Goo Goo Dolls, and Paris Hilton. There was a surprise during the latter’s DJ set, too: Lizzo.
Lizzo took the stage as Hilton played the recent single “Still Bad,” then they launched into “Truth Hurts.” (Here’s one video and here’s another.)
Backstage, the pair also had a high-profile link-up, getting a photo op with Sydney Sweeney and The Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills‘ Kyle Richards (here’s the photo).
Meanwhile, Lizzo recently took a moment to show some love to Janet Jackson, saying, “I said Janet Jackson is the queen of pop, and here is why I said Janet is the queen of pop: Britney Spears is doing a Janet impression, and she said it. Janet is her diva. There were no such things as pop divas before Janet. Janet was first; She was famous when Madonna was a kid watching her on television. And I’m just putting it out there: It’s not because someone is better than the other, she was just first, and she is Janet. She invented this sh*t.”
50 Cent wants to get paid or he’ll sue you tryin’.
The rapper and mogul has filed a lawsuit against producer Ryan Kavanaugh’s GenTV to block the release of the upcoming horror movie Skillhouse. 50 Cent, who appears in the film that’s described as a “dark satire of social media and influencer culture,” claims Kavanaugh never paid him. Additionally, “he alleges trademark infringement, false advertising, and unfair competition, seeking at least $5 million,” according to The Hollywood Reporter.
In 2022, 50 Cent and Kavanaugh reached a “tentative deal” for the rapper to act in Skillhouse with his son, but “neither side signed the deal.” The scenes were shot, but only “to be used once a final agreement was reached.” The lawsuit alleges “no final agreement was ever signed; nevertheless, Defendants have billed Jackson as the star and producer of the Film.” 50 Cent appears prominently in the promotion for Skillhouse on GenTV’s website.
“[Kavanaugh and GenTV] plan not only to steal Jackson’s reputation and goodwill amongst his millions of fans to boost their own film, but also to use that film to unfairly compete with Jackson’s other business ventures,” 50 Cent’s lawyer Jonathan Loeb wrote. “Obviously, Jackson never would have agreed to allow his intellectual property to be used in such a manner.”
50 Cent acknowledged the lawsuit on his Instagram account, writing, “I didn’t get paid I’m afraid I’m gonna need that by Monday. You already know the vibes!”
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