It has been just about two years since the release of Young Thug’s last album, Business Is Business, which was released while the Atlanta rapper was still incarcerated during his trial on racketeering charges in Fulton County. He’s since been released and announced his first shows, both overseas and here in the States, but until now, no one quite knew when we’d hear near music from the elusive, enigmatic star.
Thanks to fans on their way to Coachella, that’s changed. As has become a bit of a trend in recent years, Thug appears to have announced an impending release via a billboard on the California freeway on the route to the legendary desert-set festival. In this case, the billboard in question features a black field with red print reading, “UNIVERSE HAS BEEN TOO QUIET. UNTIL NOW. UY SCUTI.” The lower right corner reveals a partial date, giving us at least a release window: May 2025.
It’s still unclear whether the new release will be a single or an album. Since releasing Business Is Business in summer 2023, Thug has only appeared on a handful of feature verses, most recorded before he was arrested in May 2022. The first new verse fans got since his release appeared on Lil Baby’s January album, WHAM, in the single, “Dum Dumb & Dumber” alongside Future.
Festival season is officially in full swing, and there’s no better place to soak it all in than the sun-drenched playground of Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley. While Coachella and Stagecoach might be the main events, the entire month of April is packed with can’t-miss parties, pop-ups, and cultural happenings that transform the desert into an all-out bacchanal of music, fashion, art, and vibes.
Between the back-to-back weekends of festival madness, the city pulses with life, including pool parties at iconic hotels, intimate DJ sets, street fairs overflowing with vintage finds and handmade goods, and brand activations that feel more like full-blown experiences. Whether you’re looking to keep the party going or just kick back in style, there’s plenty happening beyond the polo fields that’ll fill your schedule with unforgettable moments.
Our guide will point you straight in the direction of the coolest sh*t going down in the desert this month. We’ve rounded up the best pool parties, social hangs, and buzzy day-to-night events that’ll keep your energy high between weekends, and a few decompression tips for winding down. And when you’re ready to crash? We’ve got you covered with our favorite places to stay, whether you’re into boutique hotels with built-in scenes or dreamy Airbnbs perfect for post-festival recovery.
WHERE TO PARTY
Friday, April 11th
Foodie Fridays
Palm Springs Cultural Center | 4-8 pm
FOODIE FRIDAYS
The best local food pop-ups, food trucks, and chefs bring their A-game to your plate. Think smoky BBQ, wood-fired pizza, gourmet sweets, and bold Mediterranean flavors—all in one spot!
The outdoor patio transforms into a chill, picnic-style food haven, perfect for vibing with friends, meeting fellow food lovers, and fueling up before catching a film, concert, or live show.
Kylie Jenner’s Sprinter Vodka Soda is kicking off the festival weekend by co-hosting REVOLVE’s exclusive pool party at the Parker Palm Springs. Attendees can sip and celebrate the launch of its newest eight-pack featuring four refreshing new flavors: Pink Lemonade, Mango, Strawberry, and Pineapple.
Glow In The Park
The Living Desert Zoo Gardens | 6:30-10 pm
GLOW IN THE PARK
The highly anticipated Glow in the Park is set to illuminate the season once again, presented by the City of Palm Desert. This one-of-a-kind nighttime experience transforms the Zoo into a wonderland of glowing lanterns, interactive displays, and unforgettable entertainment.
Visitors of all ages can immerse themselves in a magical evening featuring larger-than-life lanterns and breathtaking light installations, interactive exhibits and unexpected surprises throughout the event, endless photo opportunities at dazzling selfie spots, an after-hours Zoo adventure, with a chance to see giraffes, rhinos, zebras, and more, specialty-themed cocktails and mocktails to complement the experience, and live entertainment and unique performances each night. Select dates are April 11th – 16th / April 18th – 20th / April 22nd – 27th.
The Rock Yard outdoor concert stage is an amphitheater-style area featuring two side-by-side stages holding audiences of passionate music fans. The Rock Yard runs from Spring to Fall and is always live, free, and outdoors. New beer and drink specials (often themed to the bands performing on stage) are offered weekly. Guests must be 18 and older to rock.
Friday, April 11: The Long Run (Eagles Tribute Tribute) with HiFi Academy
Saturday, April 12: Twisted Gypsy (Fleetwood Mac Tribute) with Anthem Road
Friday, April 18: Cash’d Out (Johnny CashTribute) with Saints of Las Vegas
Saturday, April 19: Heartbeat City (Cars Tribute) with Saints of Las Vegas
Friday, April 25: Deepest Purple (Deep Purple Tribute) with Know Illusion
Saturday, April 26: Bonfire (AC/DC Tribute) with Steel Rod
Make the most of your festival experience and make Ace Hotel & Swim Club your home base. Throughout festival weekends, enhance your desert daze with our carefully curated sounds poolside — where they’ll have DJs, drinks & sun. Swim Club Pool events are open to hotel guests and day pass guests only.
Festival season is calling—gear up, unwind, and glow all weekend long! On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays during Coachella weekends, JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert will be featuring a Coachella Essentials Pop-Up Lobby Shop, a one-stop destination for festival must-haves located in their lobby.
From sunscreen for lip, face, and body to stylish sunglasses, bandanas, ball caps, and gemstone-inspired jewelry, they’ve got everything you could possibly need. Keep your festival look fresh and fabulous with belt bags and backpacks, and recover post-festival with Barker Wellness Bath Soak and the Hypervolt percussion massaging device. Need extra relaxation? Enjoy a rejuvenating 10-minute chair massage (fee-based) to reset for the next day of music, fun and debauchery. Dates are April 11th-13th / April 18th – 20th.
Kylie Jenner’s Sprinter Vodka Soda returns to the 818 Outpost with a chrome truck pop-up, serving up the new Palm Springs Pack flavors alongside fun branded takeaways on April 11th-12th.
Returning for another unforgettable weekend in the desert, this year’s theme will feature an immersive Desert Mirage experience, a chic fusion of chrome and organic elements, inspired by the desert sunset and the beauty of a bold yet serene landscape. The iconic festival will bring music, fashion, and culture together in an exclusive, invite-only experience. This year’s 8th annual festival will feature an all-star lineup, with live performances from Lil Wayne, Tyga, Uncle Waffles, and Gelo DJ sets by Hunny Bee, DJ Lex, Quinn Blake and special guest Cardi B.
REVOLVE Festival also features the most photo-worthy brand activations from leading brands across fashion, beauty, entertainment, and technology. Highlights include Affirm, the official payment partner of REVOLVE Festival, which will provide guests with exclusive deals and a refreshing desert oasis lounge to escape the heat, and Vivrelle, which will host carnival game experiences where guests will have the chance to win luxury designer accessories from their closet.
Guests will also enjoy gifted products from the most sought-after brands on REVOLVE BEAUTY through activations from Ole Henriksen, which will be gifting their viral peptide lip treatments, as well as Bask Suncare, Perelel Health, and NOYZ Fragrance. Additionally, a K-Beauty World convenience mart will feature products from Mixsoon, Rael Beauty, I’m From, Sungboon Editor, Some by Mi, and Tocobo.
Beverage offerings will include Sprinter Vodka Soda, 818 Tequila, a full portfolio of Heineken brews, and SipMARGS, a ready-to-drink sparkling margarita brand backed by social media star Alix Earle. Sinners Movie x Warner Bros. Pictures will feature a sleek bar activation with cocktails inspired by the upcoming film from Ryan Coogler starring Michael B. Jordan and Hailee Steinfeld. BODYARMOR FLASH I.V. will be onsite, offering rapid rehydration beverages and electrolyte slushies. Additionally, LaCroix will debut its newest sparkling water flavor, Sunshine.
Food options will include delectable bites from Irv’s Burgers, Yeastie Boys x Prince St Pizza, Raising Cane’s, Hot Girls Pickles, Beignet Box, and more!
This event is invitation-only and non-transferable. Event details such as location and hours will be given upon RSVP confirmation only.
Goldenvoice Surf Club
The Palm Springs Surf Club | 12-6pm
GOLDENVOICE SURF CLUB
Goldenvoice brings a new rhythm to the Palm Springs Surf Club, transforming it into a daytime outpost of music, wellness, and sport. Centered around a thoughtfully curated music lineup in the amphitheater, the experience extends beyond the stage—offering wave pool sessions, wellness activations, and resort-style relaxation. Whether you’re dancing, unwinding, or diving into the experience, Surf Club is where music, movement, and the spirit of the desert come together.
Saturday, April 12th: Sammy Virji, Chris Lorenzo + more
Sunday, April 13th: Sara Landry, Rico Nasty + more
Saturday, April 19th: Polo & Pan (DJ set), Ben Böhmer, Maribou State + more
Kick off your Coachella weekend with the ultimate desert pool party! Dim Mak Afloat is taking over Saguaro Palm Springs for a sun-soaked day of beats, ice-cold drinks, and high-energy vibes. Whether you’re cooling off between festival days or just looking to dance under the desert sun, this colorful celebration has you covered. Mary Droppinz, Mild Minds, Party Pupils, Linney, Benzi, Juush, Santo, and Angel Dragon are all slated to perform.
One day. Three Venues. Non-stop live music. Visit Downtown Indio for the Indie-O: A Local Music Festival featuring artists Hollow Crown, Elektric Lucie, Brosquitos, People of the Sun, TV Screams, and so much more! The event is all ages and includes food, drinks, live music, vendors, and raffles.
VillageFest takes place in downtown Palm Springs on Palm Canyon Drive every Thursday night. The street is closed to vehicular traffic and is transformed into a festive, pedestrian street fair. The perimeter of the event consists of Indian Canyon Drive to the east and Belardo Road to the west. Vendor booths are set up on both sides of the street, and visitors are able to stroll through the traffic-free event.
Join us during Coachella Weekend 2 for a weekend pool party and daytime desert oasis of global dance music from some of the industry’s leading DJs, alongside wellness activations and all-day poolside brunch. Limited exclusive gifts and wellness offerings for arrivals before 12 pm. Music sets by KARABA, DJ Boat, Mojave Grey, Little Dinosaur, and KMNI.
RSVP does not guarantee admission — space is limited for the ultimate quality of experience. We recommend arriving on the earlier side to guarantee entry.
Get ready, because Uproxx and Sparkling Ice are back and bigger than ever with Sparkling Sessions Season 2.0!
The legendary Sparkling Ice X Uproxx Festival Parties are returning and they’re bringing the heat! We’re kicking things off with an exclusive day party, just two miles from the Stagecoach grounds. And trust us, you won’t want to miss this; our headliner will be revealed at 9 am PST on April 21st, and it’s going to be EPIC.
Plus, Le Chev and DJ Politiki will both be dropping electrifying DJ sets to keep the vibes going all day long!
SPARKLING SESSIONS
And here’s the best part: everything is complimentary. Thanks to Sparkling Ice, you’ll enjoy delicious food, custom cocktails, incredible performances, and exciting activities. All for FREE!
This is your chance to kick off Stagecoach weekend in style. Stay tuned for the big headliner announcement, and get ready for a day you won’t forget. Let’s make it a wild one!
For more information and RSVP for free, click here.
WHERE TO STAY
From poolside boutique hotels to retro-chic Airbnbs with desert mountain views, Palm Springs and the Indio Valley offer a wide range of stay options to match your vibe and budget. Want to be in the heart of the party scene? There are iconic hotels with on-site DJ sets and late-night lounges. Prefer something more low-key? Opt for a quiet desert oasis where you can recharge between sets under the stars.
Drift Palm Springs
DRIFT PALM SPRINGS
This hotel has quickly become a Palm Springs staple and one of our favorites for a sexy escape. It’s stylish, boho, and feels impeccably fresh and clean. The pool scene is not chaotic but definitely features an array of Hollywood cool kids and plenty of mingling. The restaurant is an absolute highlight — with clever and elevated riffs on Mexican classics.
Perhaps one of the ultimate perks of this property is how solid and spacious it feels. Rather than feeling like you’re on top of other guests, the desert-minimalist rooms and soundproofed walls make your sanctuary feel private and quiet. Definitely the perfect property for anyone trying to balance the chaos of festivals with some deeply relaxing downtime. That philosophy is underscored by the numerous sound healings and yoga sessions available on site.
One big note: Our hotel review series always mentions “bed game” — well these beds are impeccable. The sheets are delicate and soft to the touch, with no harsh bleach smells. The pillows are soft and supple — you slowly ease into them when you lay your head down.
The Onyx House gets everything right. You walk into the place and immediately feel 20% cooler. Clearly, it was created by someone with good taste. But as great as the design and layout are, those aspects aren’t the property’s biggest perk. Here’s what hit me the hardest during a recent stay:
Best Pool And Hot Tub Of Any Rental I’ve Ever Stayed In. This isn’t even up for debate. The pool gets up to 90 degrees (I didn’t figure this out until the morning I left, sadly) and the hot tub fits eight comfortably. Both are in-ground and incredibly sleek. They’re also both saltwater — meaning your skin doesn’t get dry and your eyes don’t water from excessive chlorine. Oh, and they have lighting systems for your night hangs!
A Very Cool Gathering Space. The main living room of the Onyx house is actually separated from the bedrooms and kitchen by a hallway. There you’ll find a massive TV linked to all the streaming apps, a very comfy couch, and even barn doors to open the space up. Does it feature a bunch of cool art and rustic ceramics? You’d better believe it.
A Yoga Platform. Every morning of my life, I wake up saying “I want to do breathwork! I want to do yoga!” But I almost never have time. I did both breathwork and yoga during my stay at the Onyx House because the space spoke to those sorts of pursuits but more importantly because I had room to practice them without distraction. The yoga platform is surrounded by desert and rocks and if you’re going to do some sun salutations I can’t think of a better place to do them than while watching the sun crest over the craggy hills.
Nature All Around. The past few years have seen a land grab in “J-Tree” as LA folks with tons of style buy up properties on the cheap, remodel them, and give them cool names. But as much as everyone wants to lay claim to being an “oasis,” I’ve rarely seen a property that is truly built into the hills in this way. Whereas many trips to the desert include driving to trailheads, at the Onyx House we just walked straight up into the wilderness from the backyard. It was beautiful and made the home feel incredibly private.
Big Hotel Energy. The Onyx House is not one of those “clean every dish, strip the beds, and mop the floors” type rentals that everyone (rightfully) hates. This property is refined and operates much more like a true hotel. Check-in was easy, check-out was easier, and the property was beautifully appointed. I didn’t feel like I was in someone’s bedroom — I felt like I was at a hotel. Except better because we were the only guests.
This is the perfect property for that friend who likes to do stuff. Like… a lot of stuff. And that’s why we love it so much. The features golf, tennis, pickle ball, a spa, an arcade… and not the “we’re just doing this to say we have it” version of those amenities either. These grounds are absolutely dialed. And immense — with multiple pools and on-site restaurants.
Seriously, look at this spot:
JW Marriott
The rooms are well appointed and suites have sexy-as-hell tubs with a giant window out to the bed. Meaning that the sexiness rating of this hotel is very high. Especially when you take in all the opportunities for relaxation that are availible — from lounging poolside to spending a long day in the world class spa.
Steve Bramucci
If you like a little room to move, tons of activities, and an oasis vibe, this is your spot. Folks needing to tap in with work will love the coworking space in the lobby!
After the dust, the dancing, and the all-night sets, a little decompression is essential. Luckily, Palm Springs knows how to slow things down just as well as it knows how to party. Whether you’re nursing a post-festival haze or just craving a bit of peace and quiet, the desert offers plenty of mellow ways to recharge.
Desert Oasis
April 12th | Drift Palm Springs | Various times
DRIFT PALM SPRINGS
Recharge poolside with laid-back DJs, craft cocktails, yoga, sound baths, Baja-inspired bites, retail pop-ups, and cabana drink specials – keeping the good times flowing all day long. RSVP to free events or grab a day pass to join the fun poolside, making Drift your go-to spot to unwind between festival sets. Dates are every Saturday and Sunday in April: 4/12, 4/13, 4/19, 4/20, 4/26, 4/27.
Ecstatic Dance is a free form, non-judgmental, somatic practice. It can be a good workout that improves flexibility, strength, and endurance in the body, mind, and spirit. The goal is to let your body connect with your inner world and find expression in movement.
This deeply spiritual practice can be therapeutic and help participants process subtle emotional energy. Ecstatic Dance is a safe space for movement and expression, and some guidelines include no shoes, free, comfortable clothing, no alcohol or drugs, no talking.
As soon as you walk in The Spa at Séc-he, it’s clear that every aspect of the space was thought through in great detail. From the design elements honoring the history and culture of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, the circular layout of this massive wellness center, the unique, one-of-a-kind massage tables, the decor of the waiting rooms — everything has a story, a reason for being, and an in-depth explanation.
On top of that, Séc-he is truly an epicenter for all of your wellness needs. Not only do they offer every type of massage therapy you can imagine (the list is longer than the Cheesecake Factory menu), but with a “Taking of the Waters Day-Pass,” one can easily spend an entire day taking advantage of the spa’s many amenities and still walk away as relaxed as ever.
The pass allows access to some things that you’ve seen at most spas—access to a steam and sauna room, cold plunge, fitness center, pool, and hot tub access, relaxing common areas, and grooming amenities. But even these offerings are far from typical. The steam room has eucalyptus for promoting skin health and improving your respiratory wellness while acting as a natural stimulant to re-energize you. The sauna includes menthol inhalation, which is known to provide symptomatic relief for upper airway congestion and reduces capsaicin cough sensitivity. The showers are equipped with aromatherapy steam and vitamin C-infused water. The bright smell and feel of this water was so divine, I took three showers during my day visiting this spa.
Not for nothing, but if you want to see famous people at leisure during Coachella… this is the spot. That said, they’re here to relax — let them be.
Netflix‘s The Diplomat celebrates messy-haired Keri Russell as the frustrated Kate Wyler, who of course endured another cliffhanger finale, thanks to Hal (Rufus Sewell). The chronically meddling Hal had managed to incite a presidential heart attack, and as a result, Kate will find out whether successor Grace Penn (Allison Janney) plans to keep her enemies (i.e., Kate) closer.
Don’t worry, this next chapter will have more episodes than viewers experienced last time, and more The West Wing vibes will arrive with Bradley Whitford joining this series as the First Gentleman. Of course, lingering questions include not only whether Kate will become VP but also when we could see this happen.
When Will The Diplomat Season 3 Come Out On Netflix?
No precise date has been pinpointed yet, but Netflix is planning on a 2025 return which means that The Diplomat is in fine company with Wednesday, Stranger Things, and Emily In Paris.
When the series does return, Hal will not have regrets, and much of the action will take place in London and New York. Returning cast members will include not only Russell, Sewell, and Janney, but also David Gyasi (as British Foreign Secretary Austin Dennison), Rory Kinnear (as British Prime Minister Nicol Trowbridge), Ali Ahn (as CIA Station Chief Eidra Park), and Ato Essandoh (as Deputy Chief of Mission Stuart Hayford). That list doesn’t include Michael McKean, so presumably, Hal’s antics really did kill President Rayburn.
Who will Hal kill next? Nobody has clarified his next agenda, but surely, he’ll continue to be a stinker.
Mariah Carey has become synonymous with heartfelt ballads, while Kaytranada is famous for his dance floor anthems. Today (April 11), the Grammy Award-winning musicians merged their sonic signatures for an infectious collaborations fans are gushing over.
To celebrate Carey’s forthcoming The Emancipation Of Mimi (20th Anniversary Edition) reissue, the chart-topper tapped Kaytranada for a “Don’t Forget About Us” remix. Instead of stripping the record of its gut-wrenching emotion, Kaytranada masterfully crafted a raw groove to amplify that vulnerability. Whether you’re a Lamb (Mariah Carey superfan) or a newbie to her discography, this re-imagined tune honors its legacy with a fresh perspective.
In a statement, Carey raved about re-releasing her revered body of work. “I’m really happy to celebrate ‘Mimi’s Emancipation’ with this special anniversary re-release,” she said. “While working on this edition, I got to relive all the memories from this pivotal moment in my personal and professional life. This album has some of my biggest hits to date, as well as some personal favorites that are very special to me. Forgotten gems, unreleased bonus tracks and different remixes with incredible collaborators – all of these and more are now available in one place for the first time ever!”
Listen to the remix above.
The Emancipation Of Mimi (20th Anniversary Edition) is out 5/30 via Def Jam/UMe. Find more information here.
PinkPantheress promised that she was going to be “soooo back” in 2025. She wasn’t kidding: the “Tonight” singer announced that her new mixtape is coming out soon. But what PinkPantheress didn’t mention is that she’s also soooo tall.
A PinkPantheress fan account recently shared a video on X of the singer doing “The Tonight Challenge” with rapper Doechii. A majority of the replies are about the height difference between the artists: “this is NOT what height i thought either of them were,” “their respective heights have really thrown me off, I need a minute,” “is doechii short or is pinkpantheress tall?” And so on.
In response, PinkPantheress wrote, “you guys didn’t know i was a whole 5″9 feet tall?!!!” She also added the Kenya flag emoji. Doechii joined in on the height-based fun, posting, “And yall didn’t know I was 5’2???”
According to the National Center For Health Statistics, the average height for an adult woman in the United States is 5 feet and 3.5 inches. That means PinkPantheress is many inches above average and Doechii is slightly below average (although not as a rapper; she’s well above average there).
But if you’re putting together a basketball team of female rappers, 5’10” Megan Thee Stallion should be your first pick, even if she doesn’t think so.
You can check out the interaction between PinkPantheress and Doechii here.
After the breakout success of their GNX collaboration, and just ahead of the start of their Grand National Tour, Kendrick Lamar and SZA have released the long-awaited video for “Luther.”
The dreamy visuals match the slower paced tempo of the song, as Kendrick and SZA take part in separate romantic rendezvous at the same hotel. The photography is crisp and pretty, with plenty of exquisitely composed, nearly still frames of Kendrick and his companion gazing at each other longingly, while SZA struts through the hallways on her way to her beau’s hotel room.
In the wake of the single’s success, SZA detailed its creation on Sherri earlier this year, saying, “He’s such a genius, and part of his genius is him being so elusive, and so mysterious, and I love it. I don’t know what’s going on as much as you don’t know what’s going on. When ‘Luther’ came on, I said, ‘OK, that’s the vocals we’re using, period,’ and same with Gloria: I said, ‘OK,’ and I love that.”
You can watch the “Luther” video above, and check out the Grand National Tour dates below.
04/19/2025 — Minneapolis, MN @ U.S. Bank Stadium
04/23/2025 — Houston, TX @ NRG Stadium
04/26/2025 — Arlington, TX @ AT&T Stadium
04/29/2025 — Atlanta, GA @ Mercedes Benz Stadium
05/03/2025 — Charlotte, NC @ Bank of America Stadium
05/05/2025 — Philadelphia, PA @ Lincoln Financial Field
05/08/2025 — East Rutherford, NJ @ MetLife Stadium
05/09/2025 — East Rutherford, NJ @ MetLife Stadium
05/12/2025 — Foxborough, MA @ Gillette Stadium
05/17/2025 — Seattle, WA @ Lumen Field
05/21/2025 — Los Angeles, CA @ SoFi Stadium
05/23/2025 — Los Angeles, CA @ SoFi Stadium
05/27/2025 — Glendale, AZ @ State Farm Stadium
05/29/2025 — San Francisco, CA @ Oracle Park
05/31/2025 — Las Vegas, NV @ Allegiant Stadium
06/04/2025 — St. Louis, MO @ The Dome at America’s Center
06/06/2025 — Chicago, IL @ Soldier Field
06/10/2025 — Detroit, MI @ Ford Field
06/12/2025 — Toronto, ON @ Rogers Centre
06/16/2025 — Hershey, PA @ Hersheypark Stadium
06/18/2025 — Washington, DC @ Northwest Stadium
Poker Face has all the elements of a great show: a charismatic star (Natasha Lyonne); a talented creator (Rian Johnson, who also wrote and directed Star Wars: The Last Jedi; a masterpiece), and a fun premise.
Every episode of the Columbo-inspired Peacock series has Charlie Cale (played by Lyonne) solving a different case using her unique ability to tell when someone is lying.
Season 1 was one of the best shows of 2023, and it’s coming back soon for season 2. But when exactly?
When Does Poker Face Season 2 Come Out?
The first three episodes of Poker Face season 2 premiere on Peacock on May 8, followed by a new episode on subsequent Thursdays.
In a note from Lyonne and Johnson, they wrote, “To bring season 2 to life, we pulled visual inspiration from American ’70s cinema, all the stuff we love like Robert Altman, Bob Rafelson, Peter Bogdanovich. But the backbone of this show is TV – the kind of TV we grew up watching, episodic case of the week gems like Columbo and The Rockford Files and Quantum Leap. Each episode is a mini movie, existing in its own world with a unique tone and vibe, featuring an eccentric lot of characters played by a truly gonzo parade of guest stars.”
That list includes Alia Shawkat, Awkwafina, Carol Kane, Cynthia Erivo, David Alan Grier, David Krumholtz, Ego Nwodim, Geraldine Viswanathan, Giancarlo Esposito, Haley Joel Osment, John Cho, John Mulaney, Justin Theroux, Katie Holmes, Kumail Nanjiani, Lauren Tom, Margo Martindale, Melanie Lynskey, Method Man, Natasha Leggero, Patti Harrison, Rhea Perlman, Richard Kind, Sam Richardson, Simon Rex, and Taylor Schilling.
You can watch the Poker Face season 2 teaser trailer above.
New York underground rapper Billy Woods is currently promoting his upcoming album Golliwog, which he announced last month and drops in a couple of weeks. Following up the release of the lead single, “Misery,” Woods shares the menacing “Blk Zmby,” which continues his interrogation of some of the myths, stereotypes, and tropes used to define and undermine the lives of Black Americans throughout the country’s harrowing history.
Produced by Steel Tipped Dove, the cacophonous beat impresses the uneasy mood of a horror film over the proceedings, while Woods unpacks the ills of capitalism and modern society with a tongue-twisting, metaphor-ridden verse. “Walking dead, no way, brother,” he raps. “The uninterred hopped in Range’s rover / You already know that chauffeur gold, Mercedes is a go / Did a harvest, whether House Atreides or Harkonnens, that oil gotta flow.”
Woods explainined the inspiration behind Golliwog, which is named after a type of doll, in the press release for the album, setting the stage for a thoughtful sort of horror story in the vein of Get Out or Lovecraft Country. “When I was nine years old, I wrote a story about an evil golliwog,” he said. “My mother read it and told me it was overly derivative and needed some work. Here we are.”
Justin Vernon’s new Bon Iver album SABLE, fABLE is out now. Last night (April 10), a Wisconsin record store celebrated the release by noting they’ll be giving out a few “behind the scenes” photo books, and they showed off one of the photos from them: A family-looking picture of a seated Vernon holding a young baby as actress Cristin Milioti stands behind him, hands on his shoulder.
Naturally, the situation is causing some confusion. Did Vernon and Milioti have a baby together? As Stereogum notes, Vernon recently told the New York Times Popcast, “Boohoo, I thought I’d have kids and a wife and like, that kind of love in my life. But I have my health. I have joy. I have love in my life everywhere I look.”
Meanwhile, Milioti has made public appearances in recent months (here she is at the SAG Awards in February, and at Paris Fashion Week in March) and she did not appear to be pregnant.
There’s been some discussion online, but most likely, what’s happening here is that it’s just a photo with a borrowed baby. Milioti’s participation also isn’t as random as it may seem, as Milioti established she’s a Bon Iver fan with her 2021 cover of “715 Creeks.”
Today (April 11), on Shaboozey’s latest single, “Blink Twice” with Myles Smith, the pair demonstrate how to practice gratitude in any circumstance.
“Living on the edge and finding out it’s kinda dull / Realize I am somebody that I don’t know at all / Oh God, would you tell me why I’m worn down to the bone? / Even though I’ve only seen half of the world, I’m coming home / Hanging on to hope, I’m losing grip of time and space / Mind is running circles over something I can’t change,” sings Shaboozey.
Smith follows his own emotional vulnerability, singing: “I tried everything I thought that I may need / I’ve been tryna catch my breath since I was seventeen / I’ve hurt, I’ve cried, had way too much to drink / But I won’t let my life drown in that old kitchen sink.
Shaboozey’s success can be traced back to a heartbreak anthem to drink to. But life has sobered him up enough to bask in the moment of the blessing pouring in. From pouring double shots of whiskey due to emotional anguish to throwing his hands up in worship because of the intoxicating feeling of life’s blessings, Shaboozey’s glass remains full in both cases.
Listen to “Blink Twice” above.
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