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How Much Are Tickets For Lovers & Friends 2024?

Post author By GoneTrending
Post date January 23, 2024

Usher, Backstreet Boys, Janet Jackson, and Snoop Dogg have been announced as the headliners for the 2024 Lovers & Friends Festival in Las Vegas, and millennials everywhere are checking their bank accounts and stacking their coins in anticipation of the presale this week. Fortunately, if they miss the presale on Friday (January 26), they’ll have plenty of time to make arrangements ahead of the festival’s May 4 date (and cop some orthopedics). So…

How Much Are Tickets For Lovers & Friends 2024?

General Admission tickets start at $235, GA+ starts at $595, and VIP starts at $695. Friday’s pre-sale begins at 10 am PT, and if any tickets are left over, a general sale will follow. You can visit loversandfriendsfest.com for more information.

Find the full festival lineup below.

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

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The Gin Basil Smash Is The Bright Cocktail You Need In Deep Winter — Here’s Our Recipe

Post author By GoneTrending
Post date January 23, 2024

The world of cocktails is constantly in flux. Classics make triumphant returns to rotations — sometimes centuries after their demise — while modern hits disappear into the ether. Right now, complicated and delicious is a big theme. “Mixology” is back, folks! That means drinks like the Gin Basil Smash are topping lists of most popular cocktail orders worldwide right now.

The Gin Basil Smash is a modern classic that has dominated the scene since 2008. The drink hails from Hamburg, Germany’s cocktail scene in the mid-aughts, and was originally called the “Gin Pesto.” As the drink blew up on the global stage, it became the Gin Basil Smash because, well, the drink just had fresh basil in it and not also parmesan, pine nuts, and olive oil. The “pesto” bit was unnecessarily confusing.

Today, the drink is as popular as ever. It’s so freaking refreshing that it just won’t go away. It works as a summer sipper while eating pizza al fresco as well as an après-ski sipper with a bright and almost funky spiced vibe, thanks to that basil. It’s versatile, is what we’re getting at.

Let’s dive in!

Also Read: The Top Five Cocktail Recipes of the Last Six Months

Gin Basil Smash

Ingredients:

2 oz. London dry gin
0.75 oz. fresh lemon juice
0.25 oz. simple syrup
2 large basil sprigs
Ice
Extra fresh basil for garnish

This is a very straightforward shopping list. I’m using classic Bombay London Dry Gin which is available at any liquor store for about $18. The rest is easily gettable. Just make sure you’re using good fresh basil.

What You’ll Need:

Rocks glass (prechilled)
Cocktail shaker
Cocktail strainer
Fine mesh strainer
Muddler
Jigger
Hand juicer
Paring knife

Method:

Add the basil and simple syrup to the bottom of a cocktail shaker. Use the muddler to bruise the basil leaves and break up the stems a tad. Add the gin, lemon juice, and a large handful of ice to the shaker. Affix the lid and then shake vigorously for about 20 seconds.
Add a large ice cube to the rocks glass. Double strain the cocktail into the rocks glass and then garnish with a fresh basil sprig. Serve.

Bottom Line:

This is a pretty freaking delicious cocktail. The basil gets this pop of sharp spice that’s almost like a spearmint-meets-nasturtium vibe. It’s a nice bright spice that’s light and oily enough to give the drink a silky mouthfeel.

The sweet syrup and lemon add to the brightness with a hint of lemonade that’s cut with juniper and a hint of clove thanks to the gin. It all comes together for an amazing easy sipper that delivers a punch of flavor with every sip. In the winter, it wakes your senses back up. The brightness and sharpness of the spicy basil widens your eyes and gets you ready for the coming spring and the vibrancy found therein.

Lastly, if you’re eating a freshly fired pizza topped with fresh basil, this is the perfect pairing. Just sayin’!

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Here Are The 2024 Boy’s And Girl’s McDonald’s All-American Games Rosters

Post author By GoneTrending
Post date January 23, 2024

The 2024 McDonald’s All-American Games will be in Houston this year, where 48 of the best high school basketball players in the country will descend for a celebration of their talents as they get set to embark on the next step of their basketball journey.

On Tuesday, the 24-player rosters for both the Boy’s and Girl’s games were released on ESPN, with most of the top recruits in the country earning their way onto the rosters. For the Girl’s, that includes Sarah Strong, the top-ranked recruit in the nation who is still uncommitted at this time, along with South Carolina commit Joyce Edwards and Ohio State commit Jaloni Cambridge.

EAST GIRL’S

Mikayla Blakes, G (Rutgers Preparatory School (NJ); Vanderbilt)
Kendall Dudley, G (Sidwell Friends School (DC); UCLA)
Joyce Edwards, F (Camden High School (SC); South Carolina)
Kayleigh Heckel, G (Long Island Lutheran High School (NY); Southern California)
Zamareya Jones, G (North Pitt High School (NC); NC State)
Kateryna Koval, C (Long Island Lutheran High School (NY); Notre Dame)
Madisen McDaniel, G (Bishop McNamara High School (MD); South Carolina)
Olivia Olson, G (Benilde-St. Margaret’s (MN); Michigan)
Zania Socka-Nguemen, F (Sidwell Friends School (DC); UCLA)
Sarah Strong, F (Grace Christian School (NC); Uncommitted)
Syla Swords, W (Long Island Lutheran High School (NY); Michigan)
Berry Wallace, W (Pickerington High School Central (OH); Illinois)

WEST GIRL’S

Imari Berry, G (Clarksville High School (TN); Clemson)
Jaloni Cambridge, G (Montverde Academy (FL); Ohio State)
Justice Carlton, F (Seven Lakes High School (TX); Texas)
Morgan Cheli, G (Archbishop Mitty High School (CA); UConn)
Avery Howell, G (Boise High School (ID); Southern California)
Jordan Lee, W (Saint Mary’s High School (CA); Texas)
Alivia McGill, G (Hopkins High School (MN); Florida)
Me’Arah O’Neal, C (Episcopal High School (TX); Florida)
Mackenly Randolph, F (Sierra Canyon School (CA); Uncommitted)
Arianna Roberson, F (Clark High School (TX); Duke)
Kennedy Smith, W (Etiwanda High School (CA); Southern California)
Allie Ziebell, G (Neenah High School (WI); UConn)

On the Boy’s side, the top three players in the 247 Composite, Duke commit Cooper Flagg and Rutgers commits Airious (Ace) Bailey and Dylan Harper, headline the rosters for April 2 in Houston.

EAST BOY’S

Jalil Bethea, G (Archbishop Wood High School (PA); Miami)
John Bol, C (Overtime Elite Academy (GA); Ole Miss)
Isaiah Evans, F (North Mecklenburg High School (NC); Duke)
Cooper Flagg, F (Montverde Academy (FL); Duke)
Johnuel Fland, G (Archbishop Stepinac High School (NY); Kentucky)
Ian Jackson, F (Our Saviour Lutheran School (NY); North Carolina)
Liam McNeeley, F (Montverde Academy (FL); Indiana)
Tahaad Pettiford, G (Hudson Catholic Regional High School (NJ); Auburn)
Drake Powell, G (Northwood High School (NC); North Carolina)
Jayden Quaintance, F (Word of God Christian Academy (NC); Kentucky)
Derik Queen, C (Montverde Academy (FL); Uncommitted)
Bryson Tucker, F (Bishop O’Connell High School (VA); Uncommitted)

WEST BOY’S

Airious Bailey, F (McEachern High School (GA); Rutgers)
Flory Bidunga, C (Kokomo High School (IN); Kansas)
Carter Bryant, F (Centennial High School (CA); Arizona)
Vazoumana Diallo, G (Prolific Prep of Napa Christian (CA); Washington)
Valdez Edgecombe, Jr., G ( Long Island Lutheran High School (NY); Baylor)
Donavan Freeman, F (IMG Academy (FL); Syracuse)
Dylan Harper, G (Don Bosco Preparatory High School (NJ); Rutgers)
Richard Johnson, G (Link Academy (MO); Texas)
Karter Knox, G (Overtime Elite Academy (GA); Uncommitted)
Trent Perry, G (Harvard-Westlake School (CA); Southern California)
Derrion Reid, F (Prolific Prep of Napa Christian (CA); Alabama)
Aiden Sherrell, C (Prolific Prep of Napa Christian (CA); Alabama)

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Will Ferrell Made A Documentary About Road-Tripping With His Trans Best Friend, And People Are Loving It

Post author By GoneTrending
Post date January 23, 2024

Will Ferrell Harper Steele Documentary — Getty Image

After learning that his best friend of 30 years, Harper Steele, was transitioning, Will Ferrell set out to make a documentary as the two embarked on a road trip to explore this new chapter of their friendship. The resulting film is Will & Harper, which is already racking up rave reviews at Sundance and accolades for Ferrell thanks to the comedy actor modeling how to be a true friend and ally amidst a political climate that’s still rife with anti-transgender rhetoric.

While promoting the film, Ferrell confessed to having “zero knowledge” about the trans community before Steele came out. He’s since taken considerable steps to remedy that.

“I had met trans people, but I didn’t have anyone personally in my life,” Ferrell told Variety. “So this was all new territory for me, which is why I think this film is so exciting for us to kind of put out there in the world. It’s a chance all of us in the cis community to be able to ask questions and also just to listen and be there as a friend to discuss this journey.”

Following the Sundance premiere of Will & Harper, Ferrell was greeted with a standing ovation at the Utah film festival:

Biggest standing O of the fest goes to the completely wonderful “Will & Harper,” a new doc about Will Ferrell taking a road trip with his longtime friend, Harper Steele, who transitioned at 61. The cheers and love in this room are so moving. #Sundance2024 pic.twitter.com/VIabydAggA

— Jada Yuan (@jadabird) January 23, 2024

Meanwhile, on social media, people are praising Ferrell and his commendable work teaching people how to listen and be more accepting of others. The comedic actor has one heck of a soapbox, and he’s using it to model behavior that could change lives.

You can see some of the reactions below:

easy to be cynical about this but I do think it’s cool that a lot of cis people who (think they) don’t know a trans person will see this and be like oh if Will Ferrell can do it so can I https://t.co/We2nMll2qF

— Emmy Award LOSER Elizabeth Debicki is 6’3″ (@hayejunt) January 22, 2024

I’ve never been a fan of Will Ferrell’s work, but he’s so based for this, what a thoroughly decent guy. That’s all it takes, be nice, supportive, and don’t be a cunt. https://t.co/KLaDDPcXN2

— Baldur’s Graham (@BabyCorsola) January 23, 2024

This is what every cis person should aspire to. Standing up for his best friend and the whole trans community https://t.co/02cdHMzFv5

— KeepTransKidsSafeAtSchool (@TransKidsRule) January 23, 2024

Did I have Will Ferrell being a babe of a trans ally on my 2024 bingo? No. But it’s great to be pleasantly surprised.

All the love to Harper and Will for using their story as a learning opportunity for likely millions of cis folk.

Can’t wait to see the film https://t.co/jfwqjXhOX3

— Toryn Caitriona Glavin (@torynglavin) January 22, 2024

This is lovely. When people tell you how they feel, who they really are, be like Will and listen to them kindly. https://t.co/jxTRtfqxd2

— David Weston (@informed_edu) January 23, 2024

For conflicted people with a newly-out trans person in their lives, please watch this.

It’s a perfect example of someone broaching a sensitive topic to which they may be ignorant by asking questions, listening, & being there for people.

So huge. Can’t wait to see the full doc. https://t.co/nk5SyFMOtd

— Justin Bellman (@YourAvgBellman) January 23, 2024

This is so heart warming. We need more big allies like this that are willing to learn and use their platforms to educate https://t.co/oLf0eFqLUl

— Mike (They/Them) (@_MxMike) January 23, 2024

Unlike other comedy legends like Ricky Gervais or Dave Chappelle that use trans people as targets in their inability to write funny jokes anymore, Will Ferrell decided to both educate himself and others on the entire issue once one of his best friends came out pic.twitter.com/sk2UvaFuQE

— The Serfs (@theserfstv) January 23, 2024

Will & Harper is currently seeking distribution at Sundance.

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When Do Lovers & Friends 2024 Tickets Go On Sale?

Post author By GoneTrending
Post date January 23, 2024

Usher had to do it again. The “Good Good” singer — who was selected to play perform the Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show — has brought back his festival, Lovers And Friends, to take over the Las Vegas Festival Grounds once again on May 4 with another nostalgic installment headlined by Janet Jackson, Snoop Dogg, Backstreet Boys, and of course, Usher himself. Other millennial faves taking the stage include Lil Wayne, Gwen Stefani, Nelly Furtado, Ludacris, Nas, and Nelly — the other one.

When Do Lovers & Friends 2024 Tickets Go On Sale?

The pre-sale starts on January 26 at 10 am PT. The general sale will take place after that, provided remaining stock. General Admission tickets start at $235, GA+ starts at $595, and VIP starts at $695. You can check out the festival’s website to find more details.

Lovers & Friends Festival 2024 Lineup

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

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How To Buy Tickets For The 2024 Lovers & Friends Festival

Post author By GoneTrending
Post date January 23, 2024

The 2024 lineup for the Lovers & Friends festival was unveiled today (January 23) and boy is it the ultimate millennial nostalgia fest. Usher, Janet Jackson, and Backstreet Boys are headlining, and also performing are Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg, Gwen Stefani, Nas, Alicia Keys, Nelly Furtado, Ludacris, and Mary J. Blige, among many others.

The one-day event goes down on May 4 at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds. If you want to go, here’s what to know about getting tickets.

How To Buy Tickets For The 2024 Lovers & Friends Festival

The pre-sale starts on January 26 at 10 a.m. PT. To sign up for access to that, visit the festival website. If any tickets are left after that, a public on-sale will follow.

As for pricing, General Admission tickets start at $235, GA+ starts at $595, and VIP starts at $695. Visit the festival website for more details about what’s included at each ticket tier.

Find the full festival lineup below.

Lovers & Friends Festival 2024 Lineup

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

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Backstreet Boys, Janet Jackson, And Usher Bring All The Nostalgia To Lovers & Friends Festival’s 2024 Lineup

Post author By GoneTrending
Post date January 23, 2024

Usher’s on a roll. Not only is he performing the Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show and releasing his new album Coming Home, but the festival named after one of his biggest hits is returning this spring with another nostalgic lineup. Usher will headline the 2024 Lovers & Friends Festival alongside ’90s/2000s pop icons Janet Jackson and Backstreet Boys.

The festival is billed to return to Las Vegas on Saturday, May 4, at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds. The tickets presale starts this Friday, January 26 at 10 a.m. PT. You can find more information at LoversandFriendsFest.com. See below for more details, including the full lineup.

The Full Lovers & Friends Festival 2024 Lineup

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

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After Four Years Without A New Album, Empress Of Announces Her Return With ‘For Your Consideration’

Post author By GoneTrending
Post date January 23, 2024

Empress Of 2022 Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival — Getty Image

Empress Of’s third album, I’m Your Empress Of, arrived in early 2020. That was nearly four years ago now, but at last, the drought is over: Today (January 23), Empress Of announced her fourth album, For Your Consideration. The project is set to be released on March 22.

Towards the end of 2023, Empress Of shared two songs that will appear on the new album: “Kiss Me” featuring Rina Sawayama and “Femenine.” Also featuring on the album will be Muna, on a song called “What’s Love.”

Empress Of fans haven’t been completely without new music from her for the past four years, though: In 2022, she unveiled the five-track Save Me EP. That year, she also hit the road with Carly Rae Jepsen as an opener on her The So Nice Tour.

For Your Consideration will be released via Major Arcana, the label Empress Of launched in 2020. She explained at the time, “After 7ish years of being on a record label, I finished all my deals and decided the next thing I was going to put out was through my own label.”

Find the For Your Consideration album art and tracklist below.

Empress Of’s For Your Consideration album cover artwork

Empress Of For Your Consideration — Major Arcana

Empress Of’s For Your Consideration tracklist

1. “For Your Consideration”
2. “Lorelei”
3. “Preciosa”
4. “Kiss Me” Feat. Rina Sawayama
5. “Femenine”
6. “What Type Of Girl Am I”
7. “Cura”
8. “Facil”
9. “Sucia”
10. ‘Baby Boy”
11. “What’s Love” Feat. Muna

For Your Consideration is out 3/22 via Major Arcana. Find more information here.

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‘Really concerning’: Researcher reveals how she instantly knows if a child is an ‘iPad kid’

Post author By GoneTrending
Post date January 23, 2024

Screen time is a big topic among parents, but unfortunately, there are no clear-cut answers on how much exposure a child should have. Being that iPads and similar devices haven’t been around that long, there haven’t been enough solid longitudinal studies on the topic for researchers to come to a screen-time consensus.

Given the uncertainty surrounding the issue, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) says that children 18 to 24 months old shouldn’t have any screen time (excluding video chatting) and kids who are 2 to 5 years old should have no more than an hour a day.

Liva, a researcher who works with children ages 3 months to 3 years, says that the effects of constant iPad use on a young child are apparent. She says that iPad kids have parents who allow unlimited use and believe an “iPad can raise a child.” As compared to parents who allow their kids to have an hour or less of screen time a day.

“Let me tell you, every single time an iPad kid comes in, us, the researchers, we know. It doesn’t take very long to tell,” she explains in a video with over 1 million views. “There is a big difference between babies who are exposed to screens 24/7 and babies who are not, and you can tell within the first 10 minutes of meeting a baby.”

If i ever have kids theyre getting minimal screen time, like im talking almost 0. I feel so bad for teachers too. #ipadbabies #childdevelopment

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If i ever have kids theyre getting minimal screen time, like im talking almost 0. I feel so bad for teachers too. #ipadbabies #childdevelopment

“At one point, we give the parent an iPad, and if the baby cannot have that iPad, all hell breaks loose,” she continued. “It is, like, the end of the world. Like, I’ve seen babies who are 8 to 10 months old, who have zero interest in actual baby toys but freak out when they see the iPad. And it’s really concerning.”

In a follow-up video, Liv further explained the difference between healthy and unhealthy iPad use in young children.

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How Much Are Tickets For Lovers & Friends 2024?

Lovers & Friends Festival 2024 Lineup

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When Do Lovers & Friends 2024 Tickets Go On Sale?

Lovers & Friends Festival 2024 Lineup

How To Buy Tickets For The 2024 Lovers & Friends Festival

Lovers & Friends Festival 2024 Lineup

The Full Lovers & Friends Festival 2024 Lineup

Empress Of’s For Your Consideration album cover artwork

Empress Of’s For Your Consideration tracklist

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If i ever have kids theyre getting minimal screen time, like im talking almost 0. I feel so bad for teachers too. #ipadbabies #childdevelopment