Just because Apple TV+ is crushing a sci-fi supply and beefing up their comedy roster doesn’t mean that they are putting drama on the back burner. Quite the opposite, and the star of one of the earliest Apple TV+ shows, See is doing some dramatic honors.
Jason Momoa will return to take another page from history, long after his four seasons of Frontier for Netflix and Discovery Channel. He won’t be wearing fur this time but will be heading back to his native Hawaii, where he has always been vocal for Indigenous Peoples’ rights and previously faux-threatened to derail Aquaman 2 (which, in retrospect, he probably should have done for any reason) while protesting construction on a sacred mountain. Now, Momoa will funnel that same passion into Chief of War, so let’s uncover what to expect.
Plot
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Momoa is all in. He has acknowledged this series to the Associated Press as “the pinnacle for me,” “the top,” and “my Dances With Wolves,” and he not only stars in every episode but executive produced and wrote the series. The cast is predominantly Polynesian, and this will not only be an epic production but also “unprecedented telling of the unification and colonization of Hawai’i at the turn of the 18th century.”
The entire series, naturally, was shot on location and is fashioned on historical events. As with both Game Of Thrones and See, Momoa portrays another legendary warrior, but this character is obviously near to his heart due this being a real story. Ka’iana has been noted by historians as “the handsomest of chiefs” and has been compared to Hercules, and Momoa will portray him as “he tries to unify the islands before Western colonization in the late 18th century.”
While speaking with Men’s Health, Momoa continued his raving by calling this “my baby, and my dream,” and emotion continued to pour out on why this was much more than a mere gig:
“It’s the hardest, most challenging, most demanding thing I’ve ever done. It’s the last big dream I have left. Everything else is just kind of ‘actor for hire,’ but this is my homage to my people. We have so many beautiful stories in Hawaii that no one knows about. All I care about is just doing right by my people. [The show is] for Indigenous kids growing up, understanding that we were warriors and what we come from and understanding there was a language that was stripped from us. Like most Indigenous tribes, everything’s taken from us. It’s like rebuilding and building these bridges back.”
Cast
Momoa headlines an ensemble packed that includes The Night Agent‘s Luciane Buchanan along with Cliff Curtis, Temuera Morrison, Kaina Makua, Moses Goods, Te Ao o Hinepehinga, James Udom, Mainei Kinimaka, Brandon Finn, Siua Ikale’o, and Te Kohe Tuhaka.
Release Date
Chief of War will debut on August 1, 2025 with two episodes and weekly Friday arrivals to complete nine episodes.
Trailer
With no trailer yet (that should surface soon), here’s Momoa gushing about his devotion to the AP.
Now, before chasing me down with a board with a single nail in it, let me explain. Freaks and Geeks launched the successful careers of Seth Rogen, Linda Cardellini, James Franco, Jason Segel, Busy Philipps, John Francis Daley, and Martin Starr. Euphoria has done the same with Sydney Sweeney, Hunter Schafer, and Jacob Elordi; a case could even be made for Zendaya since the HBO series was her first leading role in a drama. Also, Euphoria and Freaks and Geeks are both set in high school — case closed!
Actually, let me rephrase that: Euphoriawas set in high school. Things are going to look different the next time we check in with Rue & Co.
Here’s everything we know about season 3.
Plot
First thing’s first: yes, season 3 is happening.
“I am thrilled that we are ready to begin production on Euphoria in January [2025]. We could not be happier with our creative partnership with [creator Sam Levinson] and this incredible cast,” said Francesca Orsi, executive VP of HBO programming and head of HBO drama series and films, in a statement. “We look forward to bringing this new season of Euphoria to life for the fans.
Why the long break? It’s a combination of the strikes, behind-the-scenes drama, and a busy cast. So instead of pretending 28-year-old Zendaya is still in high school (or, uh, a detective), season 3 will have a time jump.
“I don’t actually know much about what is happening. I don’t quite know exactly what the season is going to look like, but I do know that the time jump is happening and I know it’s important,” the Dune actress told Entertainment Weekly. “There’s only so much high school drama you can deal with — ‘and then she cheats on her boyfriend again!’ To me, at least, it is [exciting].”
She continued:
“It will be fascinating to see and understand these characters outside of the context of high school and how all the stuff that we saw when they were kids and they were in high school affects the kind of adulthood they have and who they become in a much bigger world.”
Levinson hasn’t revealed much about what’s in store for season 3, and neither has HBO. But Sydney Sweeney is ready to “jump back” into playing Cassie. “She is definitely one of the most special characters for me and I love my Euphoria family, so I look forward to it,” the song-inspiring actress told People. “I love crazy Cassie, so the crazier, the better for me.”
The season will consist of eight episodes. Here’s a first-look photo:
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Cast
The following principal Euphoria cast members will be back in season 3: Zendaya (Rue), Sydney Sweeney (Cassie), Jacob Elordi (Nate), Hunter Schafer (Jules), Colman Domingo (Ali), Alexa Demie (Maddy), Maude Apatow (Lexi), Dominic Fike (Elliot), and Eric Dane (Cal).
How did they find time in their packed schedules, especially Zendaya and Sweeney? Good question! Let’s go with… Time-Turner?
There are also some exciting newcomers, including music video MVP Rosalía, retired NFL running back/comedy scene-stealer Marshawn Lynch, Oscar nominee Sharon Stone, and A Different World star Kadeem Hardison.
Release Date
Euphoria season 3 is expected to premiere in 2026.
Trailer
Instead of a season 3 trailer (because it doesn’t exist yet), here’s a classic moment in Euphoria history.
While it’s not the busiest week, there’s plenty to get into for fans of pretty much every kind of hip-hop around.
Regarding Quavo and Lil Baby, they’re both on “Legends,” Quavo’s return to form after a slew of genre experiments over the past year.
For fans of the more abstract, Dada-ist rage rap favored by Quavo and Baby’s fellow Atlanta natives, there’s Ken Carson’s “Off The Meter” with his Opium cohorts Playboi Carti and Destroy Lonely from Carson’s new album, More Chaos.
If you’re a bit more bookish, preferring obtuse, verbose lyricism, Billy Woods has the menacing “Blk Zmby” for you from his upcoming project, Golliwog.
And hey, Kendrick Lamar and SZA finally released a video for their blockbuster hit, “Luther.”
Here is the best of hip-hop this week ending April 11, 2025.
Albums/EPs/Mixtapes
Deante’ Hitchcock — Good Things Take Time
Deante Hitchcock
Like many of our pandemic-era faves, things got complicated for Atlanta native Deante’ Hitchcock after he released his major-label debut Better (which I called one of the best albums of 2020 and still believe is one of the best albums from an Atlanta rapper in the past five years). COVID derailed his momentum and brought about one hell of a sophomore slump for his 2023 follow-upOnce Upon A Time. But like so many of that cohort, he’s landed back on his feet, releasing his first independent project in half a decade. He’s worn, and weary, but he’s grown into himself, and his flow is as sharp as ever — but now, the storytelling matches his prodigious rap skills.
Ken Carson — More Chaos
Ken Carson
On the other side of the Peach State rap spectrum, you’ve got the distorted, psychedelic approach embraced by the likes of Playboi Carti and his artists like Destroy Lonely and Ken Carson. Ken’s fourth studio album picks up where his last one, A Great Chaos, left off in 2023, with a similar, highly digitized sound and monstrous, overwhelming bass. This Gen-Z rap is controversial, to be sure, but it’s the logical endpoint of a dozen different threads of hip-hop, from a love of low end to a futuristic outlook on technology and its applications in music. It ain’t for everybody, but it makes a twisted kind of sense.
LaRussell & Mike G Beatz — Make Hip-Hop Fun Again!
LaRussell
From the title alone, I’m all-in on the prolific Vallejo native’s latest project, his fifth in 2025 alone. This time around, Mike G Beatz gives Russ a ton of sparse throwback-leaning beats (horn hits, piano stabs, and loose kick-snare patterns abound), harkening back to the mid-80s era when rap was still new, mind-blowingly fresh, and primarily geared toward entertaining hyperactive high school students (the more things change, right?). LaRussell racks up even more rap legend co-signs here, including Busta Rhymes, Snoop Doog, and Wiz Khalifa.
Onyx — Lower East Side
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Speaking of rap legends… I’ve been making the joke that Playboi Carti’s rage music is fight music for the generation who didn’t get to grow up on M.O.P. and Onyx. And wouldn’t you know it, rap’s original ragers return this week for a vintage homage to the 1990s mean-mugging, street-stomping boom-bap that first with which they menaced the industry 30 years ago. Age may have mellowed the sound, but the overall vibe is still belligerent, nodding to a time when you kept your head on a swivel because stick-up kids were out to tax.
Singles/Videos
Big Boss Vette — “I Look Like”
Big Boss Vette is a master of crafting affirmative anthems, from her breakout hit “Pretty Girls Walk” to her latest single. The poppy sample might throw you off at first, but give it a second, and those huge drums and Vette’s signature bark of a flow reassert the hip-hop vibes.
Chuckyy — “We Got Buttons”
The Chicago rapper throws it back to the Lex Luger production era with his latest, a haunting drill military march that really underlines why he’s gotten so strong of a local buzz lately. Watch out for this kid, he’s going places.
Flipp Dinero — “What You Want”
“Leave Me Alone” rapper Flipp Dinero is still out here doing his thing, and “What You Want” is a strong reminder of all the attributes that gave him his first hit: An instinctual grasp of the interplay between melodic crooning and compelling rap rhythms, all over an insistent beat that demands movement.
Lola Brooke — “Disgusted”
Lola has been quietly, consistently pumping out enjoyable rap that has hovered just under the radar since 2021 breakout with “Don’t Play With It.” She’s also proven to be quite versatile; her latest employs the disco-pop format that served many of her peers well over the past few years, and she turns out to be equally adept at commanding the dancey vibes.
Guy Ritchie’s newest gangster series, MobLand, has a bang-up cast including Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren as crime-family heads and Tom Hardy as a fixer with all-important attributes including “handsome” and “dangerous.” That formula has generated swift success with a Paramount Plus press release indicating that 8.8 viewers watched the debut episode within one week, which adds up to the “[b]iggest global series launch week ever” for this streaming service, which is saying a lot, considering that this is the home of Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone and his approximately 42 other standalone shows.
The Ronan Bennett-created MobLand is only getting started, however, so you’ll want to know when more Shakespearean mob drama will be ready to stream.
When Will Tom Hardy’s MobLand Season 1 Episode 3 Come Out?
April 13. The third episode, entitled “Plan B,” will arrive with the following description: “Richie makes his move, putting the Harrigans on high alert; Conrad and Maeve lock horns over Eddie but agree on a Plan B; as Kevin prepares for all-out war, Harry kills two birds with one stone; an anonymous tip leads Fisk to the cemetery.”
From there, the series will finish up a 10-episode first season. And considering how popular this show is, don’t be surprised to hear renewal talk begin.
Action-mode Hardy will also star in this year’s Havoc on Netflix, but for anybody waiting to hear whether he will reprise Alfie Solomons in the Peaky Blinders movie, join the club.
Whoever said revenge is a dish best served cold never met Jessie Murph: The “Love Lies” singer delivers her vengeance while it is still pipping hot.
Today (April 11), Murph’s sonic serving of karma arrived by way of her sassy single, “Blue Strips.” The unapologetically blunt record produced by Bēkon is a fierce look at Murph’s inner firecracker.
Throughout the track, Murph sternly confesses to emotional warfare. But to her defense, her lover threw the first tear-jerking stone to kick off the romantic quarrel. “Smoking cigarettes on balconies / I ain’t jumping, but I’ll die to settle scores / All your bidness getting back to me / You don’t know it, but it’s ’bout to be a war / Blue strips / Bare tits in a strip club / Throwing ones / At your b*tch / And I know you know what’s going on / I’m going home, I’ma take it off for him / I’ma strip down all your wrongs,” she sings.
Murph’s previous release, “Gucci Mane,” shows that she enjoys listening to gangsta rap in her free time. But, “Blue Strips” demonstrates that when in it comes to love, Murph does not mind emotionally tussling to protect her heart.
Watch the visualizer for Murph’s new single “Blue Stripes” above.
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.
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