The 2025 Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival was canceled and evacuated on Friday (June 13) — just hours after it opened its gates — due to concerns of severe weather over the weekend. According to Billboard, the evacuation order was issued at around 7:30 pm local time, as the Manchester, Tennessee area was threatened by thunderstorms, necessitating the cancellation of the festival. Headliners included Olivia Rodrigo, Tyler The Creator, Luke Combs, and Hozier, and a livestream was planned.
Today, the National Weather Service provided us with an updated forecast with significant and steady precipitation that will produce deteriorating camping and egress conditions in the coming days. We are beyond gutted, but we must make the safest decision and cancel the remainder of Bonnaroo. We are going to make things right with you, and you will find refund information at the end of this message, but let’s start with the next steps.
The number one thing we need from the Bonnaroo community is patience. Some of your fellow campers’ sites are in rough shape. The rain has settled in areas and made certain parts of Outeroo difficult to manage. We’d like to prioritize getting those folks as well as those with accessibility needs off The Farm as soon as possible this evening. To do this, we ask that if your campsite is in good shape or if you’re in an RV or pre-pitched accommodation, please consider spending the night with us and we’ll start working to get you out of here safely tomorrow.
We have put our hearts and souls into making this weekend the most special one of the year, and cannot express how crushed we are to have to make this decision. Thank you in advance for your patience, your positivity and your unfailing Bonnaroovian spirit.
Refunds are being issued; you can find more info in the post here.
Welcome to SNX DLX, your weekly roundup of the best sneakers to hit the internet. We’re back to a short and sweet list this week with just six notable sneaker drops. Admittedly, as we roll into the summer season, this isn’t what we want to see, but it’s hard to complain about the lack of drops when this week gives us a new JJJJound and Asics collab, a few resurrected y2k classics, and a premium, super luxurious Jordan 14.
There are some legit contenders for sneaker of the year dropping this week, but let’s hope that as we roll into summer, we get longer drop lists so that we have a little bit of something for every kind of sneaker head. Until then, here are the best sneakers dropping this week, and where to find them.
JJJJound x Asics Gel-Kayano 14 II
JJJJound
Price:$180
It’s been a minute since we’ve seen anything truly worthwhile from Asics this year, but finally the brand has linked up with JJJJound for a new two-colorway set of the Gel Kayano 14. The sneaker features a lightweight mesh upper with leather panels, reflective detailing, metallic silver overlays, an off-white midsole, and a TRUSSTIC support system for a comfortable and tech-focused step. The sneaker is avaiable in two colorways, white/navy and white/blue.
This is easily one of the most stylish running sneakers that has dropped this year.
The JJJJound x Asics Gel-Kayano II is out now for a retail price of $180. Pick up a pair at JJJJound, select retailers, or aftermarket sites like GOAT and Flight Club.
After NB’s coveted Grey Day releases dealt out a heavy serving of grey, New Balance is finally dialing in some color on its 990v6 with this week’s Inkwell with Black colorway.
The sneaker features a mesh upper with premium suede overlays, reflective accents, and an ENCAP midsole that has been brushed elegantly in navy blue and black tones. A great colorway with premium Made in USA construction? That alone is a great sell!
the New Balance Made in USA 990v6 Inkwell is out now for a retail price of $199.99. Pick up a pair at New Balance.
We welcome any sneaker that helps add some visual variety into the current obsession everyone has with y2k-era fashion — the Absorb 2000 embodies that vibe, while still feeling fresh in comparison to the other more recognizable icons of that era, like the Nike SHOX.
The Abzorb 2000 features a mesh upper with printed overlays, a sculpted midsole, segmented sole, and a full-length Abzorb sole unit with Abzorb cushioning. The Abzorb cushioning still lives on in modern NB releases, and we have the original Abzorb 2000 to thank for making that a thing. Here it is in its original glory!
The New Balance ABZORB 2000 Still Water is out now for a retail price of $169.99. Pick up a pair at New Balance.
Sleek and just as futuristic as it was when it first dropped over 20 years ago, the Air Flightposite is one of our absolute favorite y2k era sneakers to get a second life in this decade. The Flightposite features a molded upper with metallic accents, a stretchy inner sleeve, and a classic zip-up shroud, which keeps the sneaker looking streamlined and extra fresh.
This week it drops in a classic Sail and Black colorway.
The Nike Air Flightposite Sail and Black is out now for a retail price of $250. Pick up a pair via the Nike SNKRS app.
If you’re looking for a sneaker that is so luxurious it’s downright regal, look no further than the Jordan 14 Challenge Red. The sneaker features a sport Challenge Red suede upper with black and yellow accents — the colorway looks like it was lifted straight from a vintage racing Ferrari, which is another way of saying it looks incredible.
The Nike Air Jordan 14 Challenge Red is set to drop on June 14th at 7:00 AM PST for a retail price of $215. Pick up a pair via the Nike SNKRS app or aftermarket sites like GOAT and Flight Club.
Last week we were treated to some dope signature Dunks, and as cool and welcome as those always are, sometimes nothing beats a dope stock SB Dunk colorway, and this week’s Red Stardust and Monarch is just that.
This colorful, summer-ready take on the SB Dunk features a suede upper with suede overlays in a mix of pink, orange, and olive with extra padding and an Air Zoom unit.
The Nike SB Dunk Low Pro Red Stardust and Monarch is set to drop on June 14th at 7:00 AM PST for a retail price of $120. Pick up a pair via the Nike SNKRS app or aftermarket sites like GOAT and Flight Club.
Disclaimer: While all of the products recommended here were chosen independently by our editorial staff, Uproxx may receive payment to direct readers to certain retail vendors who are offering these products for purchase.
Being a father is hard, but getting a gift for one doesn’t have to be.
It doesn’t matter if your dad is a hardcore bourbon enthusiast (if so, he probably reads our reviews) or if he’s a less complicated sort of guy who just appreciates America’s Native Spirit. Either way, I’m sure you’ll find something on this list that’s exactly what he wants.
If you want to get Dad the best bourbon gift, then we’ve got several options for top-shelf bottles (and bottles that, importantly, taste top shelf), but you’ll also find some gift ideas that are more generally whiskey-related. You can decide whether he needs something cool to decorate his mancave, or maybe he’s got a significant sweet tooth that needs some boozy satisfaction. No matter what kind of father you’re looking to please, we’ve got a range of options that will make this Father’s Day the best one yet.
Take a look at all of the great gift ideas below. It’s time to share with you the ultimate Father’s Day whiskey gift guide!
As a professional whiskey critic, I absolutely swear by Liquid Ministry. They have some awesome whiskey sample bottles, which allow you to either gift a few ounces of your favorite whiskey to a friend or loved one or use them as a TSA-approved traveling device, so you can bring a pour of the good stuff with you when you travel. The Liquid Ministry Travel Bag is their latest product, which allows you to load up to 6 sample bottles in a convenient case. Again, you can fill them to the brim with whiskey and keep them in a carry-on or checked bag when traveling, making it extremely convenient.
Aubi & Ramsa is a quickly growing boozy ice cream brand that began in the Sunshine State but has since expanded to the New York area. With several flavors incorporating bourbon (and other whiskeys, gin, vodka, and tequila too), this is a great gift not just for a Father’s Day treat, but also for some summertime sweets. There’s an Old Fashioned flavor that’s even more delicious than the genuine article, but this Kentucky Crème Brûlée, made with real Maker’s Mark bourbon, is our favorite of the bunch.
Being the best-dressed at any whiskey-centric event is easy when you’ve got accessories that lean into the aesthetic. With this Italian-made, 100% silk tie from Michter’s, your dad will be nailing the look with a subtle flex that indicates he’s in the know without trying too hard.
This is a product that UPROXX’s head whiskey critic uses every single day: Stave & Bean coffee. This delicious bourbon barrel-aged coffee is enhanced by an infusion of Peerless Distillery’s flavorful whiskey and delivers a mellow, decadent cup of Joe every single time. Explore their other flavors, or kick it up to dark roast if you dare, but this bourbon barrel-aged medium roast coffee is the sweet spot.
Is your dad fond of cigars? There are plenty of great ones out there, but if you want to see worlds collide and add a bourbon twist, then these Cohiba cigars, which use a Broadleaf binder that was aged in Weller Full Proof barrels, will do the job just fine.
We’re throwing this one in just for fun, as most people would be much better served grabbing our utilitarian suggestions above. But if you’re truly looking to make a splash (and a cocktail) with a special father this Father’s Day, then we thought it would be worth it to point you in the direction of the most high-end portable cocktail trunk that money can buy. Of course, if mobility and money are of no concern, there’s also the Louis Vuitton Malle Cocktail Trunk, which can be yours for a tidy sum of $161,000.
This exemplary luxury gift weds whiskey and golf, making it a fantastic purchase for either yourself (we won’t tell dad) or the golf-loving bourbon enthusiast in your life. The high-quality headcovers sold out quickly, but the premium putters sport Buffalo Trace and Bettinardi branding for an eye-catching twist that combines your dad’s favorite hobbies.
If you’re not familiar with Taste Select Repeat, here’s the short and sweet: they’re some of the industry’s premier barrel pickers and also one of its top digital retailers. On their digital platform, you’ll find not only their single-barrel selections of whiskey (and other spirits) but also a full retail store with everyday favorites and allocated bourbon alike. These guys don’t just have what your dad wants, they have stuff he doesn’t even know he wants yet thanks to their curated selection of goods.
Bourbon Lore has made a huge splash on the whiskey world, with luxury experiences and premium liquid collaborations catching the eye of big-name brands like Bardstown Bourbon Company, Holladay Distillery, and Heaven Hill. The phenomenon all began with one man, Mason Walker, and his multi-million dollar investment in buying some of the rarest bourbon on the planet.
In Bourbon Lore: Legends Of American Whiskey, with the help of veteran spirits writer Clay Risen, he connects the threads of bourbon’s history and highlights some of the most legendary bottles in the world, which also happen to have a home in the Bourbon Lore collection. This is the book that every bourbon enthusiast will want, and every respectable bourbon enthusiast will own.
Help your dad out and make him one of the cool kids with this book.
It’s quite simple: the most luxurious whiskey book in the entire world is this voluminous tome on bourbon’s most celebrated and oft-misunderstood brand: Pappy Van Winkle. Written by Gil L. Schwarz, Van Winkle: The Bespoke Barrels utilizes the world’s most premium publication methods, including print on hand-sewn, acid-free, 200 gsm Japanese Art Paper, with archival quality intended to last for generations, a satin ribbon page marker, all fully bound in genuine, runway-quality leather.
The quality of the book itself aside, Gil has the most complete Pappy Van Winkle collection in the world, and with Julian Van Winkle III’s oversight and ultimate blessing, he’s assembled the untold stories behind the most coveted bourbon brand on the planet. Your father can utilize it as an unparalleled resource or the most baller coffee table book in human history; the choice is his.
Colin Spoelman, the founder of Kings County Distillery in Brooklyn, New York, has long been an insightful whiskey writer, and his pen is as sharp as it’s ever been in his newest book: The Bourbon Drinker’s Companion. In the book, Spoelman explores America’s distilleries, big and small, to elucidate enthusiasts on the effect that branding, taste, region, and distilling processes have on America’s Native Spirit from the vantage point of the actual creators behind it.
Complete with infographics, tasting notes, pricing information, distilling methods, and everything in between, this is pretty much the only book that any whiskey-curious dad might need to get into the world of bourbon.
Unless you’re willing to bend over backwards and drop a major bankroll, let’s face it: Dad isn’t getting a bottle of Pappy Van Winkle bourbon for Father’s Day. How about the next best thing?
It’s hard enough finding a single great Old Fashioned for $20 these days, but with this pack from Pappy & Co., you’ll get 5 Old Fashioneds that are aged in retired Pappy Van Winkle barrels, and all for an Andrew Jackson.
For years, bourbon enthusiasts only had two ways of trying all ten recipes of Four Roses whiskey: actually going to the distillery for a barrel pick (a highly limited experience) or searching far and wide for private label selections from every single recipe. Now, those painstaking options are neutralized because you can buy all ten recipes in a single shot, thanks to this tasting set that’s more than worth the money on time saved alone.
With this one, you don’t have to know what dad’s favorite whiskey is; he can decide for himself.
Look, as a professional whiskey critic, I literally try hundreds of whiskeys each year. Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit is probably the best in the country, as it is not only a flavorful and classic example of Kentucky-style bourbon, but also each bottle is drawn from a single cask. That means every single one is slightly different, and allows your dad to taste a truly one-of-a-kind experience.
Even if your dad has a ton of bourbon, he’s all but guaranteed to have never tried the individual barrel bourbon in this bottle.
Kings County is New York City’s oldest distillery, and all that experience is brought to full bear with their Barrel Strength Bourbon. For their premier, undiluted offering, the brand uses some of their oldest barrels, which are aged between 4 and 7 years.
The real draw here is that it was recently awarded a Double Gold Medal at the prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition, making it one of the best non-Kentucky bourbons in the entire country.
This one is a brand-new expression from one of America’s best distilleries: Heaven Hill. Not only is it delicious whiskey that earned top honors on our “Best Whiskey To Chase This June” list, but it also comes housed in a truly gift-worthy package that your dad will love too.
Bonus points for the fact that it can easily be reused as a decanter once he finally drains the full bottle.
One of the priciest gift suggestions on our list, for only the most serious of whiskey enthusiasts: A full barrel of hand-selected New Riff bourbon. Why buy a bottle when you can gift your dad a whole barrel? New Riff is one of the many brands that offer private buyers the opportunity to select and purchase their very own single barrel of whiskey, be it rye or bourbon, and have it bottled on their behalf. It may not be available at your local liquor store, but it will definitely bring a smile to your good old dad’s face.
Lil Tecca’s new album, Dopamine, is out now after months of buildup. While pre-release tracks like “Dark Thoughts” and “OWA OWA” are getting their fair share of post-release attention, there’s only one feature on the album, so naturally, “Tic Tac Toe” featuring Opium artist Ken Carson is getting plenty of burn, too.
Carson’s been on a tear lately, as well; his new album More Chaos became his first No. 1 album in April, shortly before he shared the dates for his upcoming Lord Of Chaos tour. Fans had been looking forward to the two rappers’ reunion since their initial team-up on “Fell in Love” from Tecca’s 2023 album Tec.
Tecca’s new album arrives just nine months after its predecessor, Plan A. Fans on Twitter (never calling it “X”) have been praising it since it hit streaming services, noting Tecca’s consistency over the release of five full-length projects, and especially noting their enjoyment of Lil Tecca and Ken Carson’s latest collab. Some are even calling for the two rappers to work on a full joint album together. For now, they’ll have to be okay with “Tic Tac Toe.”
Listen to Lil Tecca’s “Tic Tac Toe” featuring Ken Carson above.
Dopamine is out now via Galactic Records and Republic Records. Get it here.
We’re a few months away from the one-year anniversary of Memoir Of A Sparklemuffin, Suki Waterhouse’s latest album, which dropped in September 2024. Waterhouse is celebrating now, though, with a new deluxe edition that adds a whopping 12 new tracks. That includes the new song “The Bellboy (One Last Crush)” and a number of of live arrangements and bonus tracks.
Additionally, Waterhouse also just shared a 30-minute documentary filmed at a sold-out Brooklyn show in 2024, featuring performance clips, behind-the-scenes video, and fan interviews.
In a 2024 interview with Uproxx, Waterhouse said of making the album, “When it’s all done and you feel happy about it, you kind of forget that there are so many peaks and troughs. There are moments where you just think, ‘I want to throw the whole thing out.’ It’s like making any piece of art: There are times when you feel incredibly frustrated or think, ‘Is this any good?’ That happens all the time, and it’s only up until you don’t have control to change it anymore that you make peace with it. After I made the first one, when you’ve turned it in, at the time, you kind of have this sense of completion and you’re like, ‘Oh, that’s everything that I have to say about everything.’ And then, life happens. And now, the slate is clean again.”
Watch the tour documentary above and find the Memoir Of A Sparklemuffin (Deluxe) cover art and tracklist below.
Suki Waterhouse’s Memoir Of A Sparklemuffin (Deluxe) Album Cover Artwork
Sub Pop
Suki Waterhouse’s Memoir Of A Sparklemuffin (Deluxe) Tracklist
1. “Gateway Drug”
2. “Supersad”
3. “Blackout Drunk”
4. “Faded”
5. “Nonchalant”
6. “My Fun”
7. “Model, Actress, Whatever”
8. “To Get You”
9. “Lullaby”
10. “Big Love”
11. “Lawsuit”
12. “OMG”
13. “Think Twice”
14. “Could’ve Been A Star”
15. “Legendary”
16. “Everybody Breaks Up Anyway”
17. “Helpless”
18. “To Love”
19. “The Bellboy (One Last Crush)”
20. “Everything You Feared”
21. “So Close”
22. “Mother”
23. “Cliffhanger”
24. “Floating Down Confidence River”
25. “Sexy To Someone (BBC Live From Maida Vale)”
26. “Dream Woman”
27. “On This Love”
28. “Yeah! Oh, Yeah! (Live From Brooklyn Paramount)”
29. “My Fun (Live From Brooklyn Paramount)”
30. “Good Looking (Live From Brooklyn Paramount)”
Memoir Of A Sparklemuffin (Deluxe) is out now via Sub Pop. Find more information here.
For his next trick, Leon Thomas joins forces with Dylan Sinclair to update a seminal R&B classic as an Amazon Music Original. There is perhaps no song more foundational to the late-90s subgenre neo-soul than D’Angelo‘s 1995 hit “Brown Sugar,” one of the first tracks to be designated as such. Naturally, on the song’s 20th anniversary, it makes sense to have two of the current bearers of the neo-soul standard cover it.
Bearing all the hallmarks of the original, the cover sees each singer take a verse, interweaving their voices for the fan-favorite chorus, but with a lot more swing.
In the press release, Thomas said of the song, “There are few tracks more important than D’Angelo’s ‘Brown Sugar.’ I’ve always been inspired by the song, and it was a true honor to pay tribute to it — collaborating with Dylan on this made it all the more special.”
“This record is special,” Sinclair echoed. “Collaborating with Leon to honor its legacy while adding our own style is something I’ll never forget. Huge thanks to Amazon Music for making it happen.”
Amazon Music is celebrating Black Music Month with covers throughout June, including Rapsody taking on Lauryn Hill, and sample king Cash Cobain reinterpreting one of his own tracks.
Listen to Leon Thomas’ cover of “Brown Sugar” with Dylan Sinclair below.
Tyler Childers has been at it for well over a decade at this point, but he’s really come into his own lately. Case in point: Here he is performing with Kermit The Frog last year. 2023’s Rustin’ In The Rain was his second (and second consecutive) top-10 album, and now he’s hoping for a third, as he just announced Snipe Hunters.
Childers also shared two versions of the new single “Nose On The Grindstone”: The studio recording (above) and a live rendition (below). The song is a fan-favorite and already one of his most successful: He released a studio performance version from a session with OurVinyl in 2017 and it’s one in his top-five most-streamed songs on Spotify with over 330 million plays.
Listen to “Nose On The Grindstone” above and check out the Snipe Hunters album art below, along with Childers’ upcoming tour dates.
Tyler Childers’ Snipe Hunter Album Cover Artwork
Hickman Holler/RCA
Tyler Childers’ 2025 Tour Dates
07/18 — Redmond, OR @ Fairwell Festival
07/20 — Whitefish, MT @ Under the Big Sky Festival
07/24 — Omaha, NE @ CHI Health Center ^
07/26 — East Troy, WI @ Alpine Valley Music Theatre #
07/27 — East Troy, WI @ Alpine Valley Music Theatre #
09/24 — Camden, NJ @ Freedom Mortgage Pavilion %
09/25 — Mansfield, MA @ Xfinity Cente r%
09/27 — Bristow, VA @ Jiffy Lube Live %
09/29 — Forest Hills, NY @ Forest Hills Stadium ^
09/30 — Forest Hills, NY @ Forest Hills Stadium ^
10/03 — Cincinnati, OH @ Riverbend Music Center **
10/07 — Cuyahoga Falls, OH @ Blossom Music Center **
10/10 — Nashville, TN @ GEODIS Park ‡‡
10/11 — Nashville, TN @ GEODIS Park ‡‡
11/15 — London, UK @ The O2
^ with Medium Build
# with Medium Build and The Hold Steady
% with SOMA and Medium Build
** with Hayes Carll
‡‡ with Cory Branan and Charley Crockett
Snipe Hunter is out 7/25 via Hickman Holler/RCA. Find more information here.
The premise of Tyla‘s new song for the upcoming Smurfs movie is thematically consistent, but pretty aesthetically shaky, if you ask me. I don’t think “Everything Goes With Blue,” as the song says, but hey, we’re talking about little blue forest pixies here, so suspension of disbelief is baked into the concept.
As for the song itself, it has a similar flavor to previous releases from Rihanna (“Friend Of Mine“) and Desi Trill (“Higher Love” with DJ Khaled and Cardi B), incorporating international dance grooves and sing along ad-libs, which go well with the whole “Bollywood-style dancing Smurfs” motif the film seems to be pushing. Personally, I wasn’t aware that the Smurfs were so popular beyond their Belgian origins and Cartoon Network reruns, but maybe that’s why the soundtrack has so many Caribbean, Indian, and African influences and artists on it.
The soundtrack, which is out now via Roc Nation Distribution, also features James Corden, James Fauntleroy, The Indian Connect, Congolese-Belgian rapper Lous and the Yakuza, and Indian pop singer Natania. You can see the tracklist below.
You can listen to Tyla’s “Everything Goes With Blue” above.
Smurfs is due in theaters on July 18, 2025.
Smurfs Movie Soundtrack Tracklist
01. Natania — “Milenge”
02. Natania — “Celebrate”
03. Rihanna — “Friend Of Mine”
04. DESI TRILL feat. DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Natania & Subhi — “Higher Love”
05. Natania — “Liar For A Living”
06. Natania and The Indian Connect — “It Takes A Village”
07. James Fauntleroy — “Big Dreams”
08. Lous and the Yakuza — “To Me”
09. Natania — “Did We”
10. Natania, Subhi and The Indian Connect — “Balle Balouza”
11. Tyla — “Everything Goes With Blue”
12. Shenseea — “It’s My Party”
13. James Corden — “Always On The Outside”
14. The Indian Connect — “Higher Calling”
34-year-old Alex Russell cut his teeth as a writer on Dave before writing and producing on both The Bear and Beef. Essentially, he’s had his hands in some of the most critically beloved shows of recent years, so it’s understandable he was afforded the chance to write and direct his first movie, Lurker.
It made a big impression at Sundance this past January: By early February, it was snapped up by Mubi for distribution. Now, as the film awaits its theatrical release this summer, keep reading to learn everything you need to know about Lurker before heading to the theater.
“A retail employee infiltrates the inner circle of an artist on the verge of stardom. As he gets closer to the budding music star, access and proximity become a matter of life and death.
A gripping slow-burn tale about the thin line between devoted fandom and dangerous obsession, Lurker fittingly worms its way under the viewer’s skin and echoes how the calculating Matthew (Théodore Pellerin) insinuates himself within Oliver’s (Archie Madekwe) inner circle. Forced to assume Matthew’s perspective, the audience is made complicit in the power plays and desperate measures he takes to retain his status when he finds his position in the entourage under threat.”
Russell also told Variety, “Obviously this is dramatized, and I don’t think I’ve actually seen any of the stuff in this movie [happen], but it’s within the realm of possibility. I’ve heard people say, ‘This is the realest thing ever,’ and I’ve also heard, ‘This is so unbelievable.’ And I’m like, then you don’t know this world. But I feel that you don’t have to have a specific understanding of this world to understand the dynamics at play.”
Cast
Théodore Pellerin and Archie Madekwe are in the lead roles, while rounding out the cast are Havana Rose Liu, Sunny Suljic, Zack Fox, Daniel Zolghadri, and Olawale Onayemi.
“For Oliver, it was just so important that you felt both charisma and vulnerability. The movie would have been a little more flat if you just believe he’s an up-and-coming pop star and he’s aloof and whatever, but then we never get past that. But then when you get into the second half and you kind of expose some of his emotions, you really need an actor who can go there. And I kind of just felt that he could.”
He also said of Pellerin:
“His was actually the first tape I ever saw, coincidentally. And I was amazed by the humanity — maybe that sounds corny — but he’s so expressive and you can see so much in his face and what he’s thinking, and yet it’s a mystery. Like, you can see him calculating, but you’re not really sure what he’s going to do next and that is such a big part of the intrigue of this movie.”
Music
The movie has an original score by Kenny Beats, Dijon, Rex Orange County, and Archie Madekwe.
Russell told Variety, “We always wanted to work together on something like this, and it was so perfectly timed. He was so ready to score a movie. […] Kenny can just create any song in any genre at any time, so it was laughably shorthand when I was like, ‘Can you make a few songs for Archie?’ And two days later, the songs that were in the movie were done and I didn’t really have to explain anything. I was like, you know what kind of music he makes.”
BTS has been on hiatus for a while now as members fulfill their mandatory military service requirements in South Korea. Gradually, members have been getting discharged from their service, and a reunion could be in the cards soon. Actually, a type of reunion has already happened.
As Korea JoongAng Daily notes, J-Hope performed in South Korea on his Hope On The Stage tour today (June 13), and he was joined by both Jin and Jung Kook (here’s a video), the latter of whom completed his military service just a few days ago. Also, Jimin, V, RM (who have all been discharged), and Suga (who is set to be discharged this month) were also seen in the audience (video).
J-Hope recently discussed his time in the military, telling Apple Music’s Zane Lowe, “I think it’s only natural for young people in South Korea to take on this responsibility. […] It’s a different experience. Also, in reality, I’ve learned a different life. And in many ways, I got to meet people from all walks of life and I received a lot of good energy. And I heard a lot of good things. But also, you know, a year and a half is actually not a very short time. That bit made me feel a lot of things. In the end, I think the most important thing was I realized how important the work I’ve been doing for all these years is incredibly meaningful to me.”
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