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One of the largest, most remote, and rugged National Monuments in the United States is one you may not yet be familiar with: Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. A vast protected area located in southern Utah, the monument covers an area of approximately 1.9 million acres of stunningly diverse landscape – including rugged canyons, towering cliffs, waterfalls, natural bridges, and arches.

Despite its remote location, Southern Utah – specifically Garfield County – is an adventurer’s paradise, with the world’s largest concentration of scenic attractions in one county. With two National Parks (Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef), three state parks (Kodachrome Basin, Anasazi Museum), and Escalante Petrified Forest, as well as National Recreation Areas and National Monuments (including the vast Grand Staircase-Escalante), this is one of the true outdoor epicenters of the nation.

It’s also home to the coolest “glampground” I’ve ever visited – Yonder Escalante. Here is why you should make it your base camp for your adventure to Bryce Canyon Country.

WHY IT’S AWESOME:

Yonder Escalante is perfectly situated off the gorgeous Scenic Byway 12 surrounded by the vast open spaces and geological formations of Southern Utah. It feels like a secret oasis among a rugged, desolate environment from the moment you drive into the property – with attentive staff, luxurious accommodations, a beautiful pool for a hot summer day, and – the best part, in my opinion – a drive-in movie theater playing classics each night. It’s a destination in itself in the middle of so many.

IN-HOUSE FOOD AND DRINK:

Each Airstream, cabin, RV site, and campsite has a private fire pit for cooking up meals, and if you don’t want to prep yourself Yonder has DIY meal kits available in the general store. Each meal kit includes a protein (choose from local NY strip steaks, roasted chicken, or a Beyond bratwurst), a choice of two sides, bread, and dessert. It’s a thoughtful addition that keeps the glam in glamping.

For breakfast, there is an on-site food truck serving until 11 am that also opens on weekends for dinner. Pro-tip: try the “Best in the State Breakfast Sandwich” with local Kanab meats sausage patty, fried egg, American cheese, crispy hash brown, and ketchup, on a griddled potato bun. It’s delectable and perfect before a day spent hiking or after a night with a few glasses of wine.

When dusk rolls around you can enjoy the concession stand at the Drive-In Theater. Located in its own vintage Airstream the concession stand offers traditional concession fare like hot dogs, nachos, candy, and beer – and free popcorn.

AMENITIES:

• Drive-in theater with vintage cars and nightly movies
• Private spa-like bathhouses with Dyson hairdryers
• Heated greenhouse-inspired open-air showers
• Oversized pool and hot tub
• Self-service laundry
• Indoor/outdoor clubhouse with fire pits, books, board games, and a record player
• Complimentary coffee, tea, and light breakfast snacks
• Private fire-pits at each unit
• Shop with curated provisions and merchandise

ROOM TYPES:

Yonder is unique from many “glampgrounds” in that it has several options for lodgings. From refurbished vintage Airstreams to stylish cabins to RV sites – you have your pick of interesting abodes.

AIRSTREAMS:

There are 10 vintage Airstreams on the property at Yonder – each lovingly restored and furnished with midcentury furniture, a kitchenette, and an HVAC system. The Airstreams also offer a private fire pit and table with chairs outside of each unit to roast marshmallows or grab a glass of wine while watching the sunset.

CABINS:

The cabins at Yonder were custom designed to provide the comforts of a cabin with the beauty of nature through high ceilings and large glass walls looking out onto the property. Cabins are climate controlled and each includes a mini-fridge, microwave, lounger, and private outdoor fire pit.

RV SITES:

Deluxe RV sites include full electrical, water, and sewer hook-ups, a personal fire pit, and an oversized picnic table. Max 35 feet, each site is on a leveled concrete pad and includes access to all of Yonder’s amenities.

VANLIFE/CAMPSITES:

Yonder also has sites for campervans or tents (up to 2 per site) on the property. Sites include electrical and water hookups, oversized picnic tables, charcoal grills, and personal fire pits. All sites include access to Yonder amenities.

BEST THINGS TO DO WITHIN A 15-MINUTE WALK:

The coolest thing to do within a 15-minute walk is, of course, the Drive-in theater on the property. Playing cult classics films each night at dusk, there are vintage cars parked for visitors to sit inside to watch (with radios and heaters if needed) as well as plenty of space to bring your chair and enjoy the show. I happily watched Goonies and The Princess Bride during my stay with some popcorn and hard Kombucha from the concession stand. It was as magical as it sounds.

BEST THINGS TO DO WITHIN A ONE-HOUR DRIVE:

GRAND STAIRCASE-ESCALANTE NATIONAL MONUMENT – HOLE-IN-THE-ROCK ROAD – 20 miles to start

Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is huge – but luckily has many spectacular and accessible areas, like Hole-In-The-Rock Road. Located just 20 miles from Yonder, the 55.5 miles of gravel road leads to many of the most popular sites in the monument – one of the most popular being Devil’s Garden just 12 miles down the road. Further, you’ll stop at Dry Fork of Coyote Gulch trailhead where you can access the non-technical Peek-a-boo and Spooky slot canyons.

BURR TRAIL ROAD – 30 miles to start in Boulder, UT

Burr Trail Road is one of the most scenic drives in a state that is nearly exclusively made up of scenic drives. The 67.4 mil road, originally constructed as a cattle road between Boulder Utah, and Bullfrog Marina in Lake Powell takes explorers through not only Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument but also portions of Capitol Reef National Park and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Be sure to stop at Singing Canyon – a beautiful slot canyon just off the road and be aware of the weather as the road is only paved to the boundary of Capitol Reef National Park and may become impassable during certain conditions.

HELL’S BACKBONE GRILL & FARM – 29 miles

Boulder, Utah is one of the most remote locations in Utah, with a population of just 250. Surprisingly, it is also home to the only restaurant in Utah ever named a James Beard semi-finalist for outstanding restaurant – and they’ve done it multiple times.

Hell’s Backbone Grill & Farm is a farm-to-table restaurant that is unassuming and delicious with seasonal and unique dishes that make the difficulty of getting a reservation well worth it. Pro-tip: drive and hike on Burr Trail Road before dinner as the road begins nearly next door.

BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK – 46 miles

Bryce Canyon National Park is something you have to see to believe. With its striking hoodoos and dramatic vistas – this is a park not to be missed for any outdoor lover. Hike Queens Garden or around on the Rim Trail which hits elevations over 9,000 ft before descending into the canyon to hike the easy and accessible Mossy Cave Trail.

BED GAME: 8/10

The Bed in my Airstream was almost too comfortable – I slept in both mornings of my stay instead of waking up to watch the sunrise as I had planned. The linens felt very luxe with plenty of pillows (this really matters to me) and a fluffy-down comforter. With windows all around and adjustable reading lights, it was the perfect place to sleep, lounge, and read.

SEXINESS RATING: 7/10

Yonder Escalante is family-friendly and luxuriously rugged, but the style adds some sexiness to the overall feel. The elevated bathhouses and pool/spa area are sleek while the accommodations are light-filled and inviting.

VIEWS/PIC SPOTS: 9/10

Everywhere! Honestly, though, the entire place is an Instagrammers dream – but without being cheesy. The backdrop of Grand Staricase-Escalante coupled with the vintage Airstreams and Drive-In theater juxtaposed with sleek modern cabins and amenities is fresh and fun. There is an aesthetic for anyone that goes far beyond the normal glamping resort.

I especially loved taking photos of the vintage cars permanently parked at the Drive-In Theater. The colors and styles are unexpected and joyful in the middle of the desert.

BEST SEASON TO VISIT:

Open seasonally from generally mid-March to November, the glamping resort closes for the winter months. I visited in early April and while the nights were still chilly and the pool hadn’t yet opened it was warm during the day and the heater in my Airstream kept me toasty at night.

IF I HAD TO COMPLAIN ABOUT ONE THING:

It’s hard to find anything to complain about here, honestly… The location, amenities, and staff were all top-notch. But if I was forced, I’d say that the distance between parking and my Airstream site was a bit long as well as the distance between the Airstream and clubhouse/pool area. To mitigate that, Yonder is very accommodating and with a simple text, a staff member will pick you and your luggage up in a golf cart to or from your site.

BOOK HERE:

Choose your adventure here. Airstreams start at $249/night, Cabins at $229/night, deluxe RV sites at $119/night, and van life/campsites at $69/night.

INSTAGRAM IMAGES TAKEN AT YONDER ESCALANTE:

One of the largest, most remote, and rugged National Monuments in the United States is one you may not yet be familiar with: Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. A vast protected area located in southern Utah, the monument covers an area of approximately 1.9 million acres of stunningly diverse landscape – including rugged canyons, towering cliffs, waterfalls, natural bridges, and arches.

Despite its remote location, Southern Utah – specifically Garfield County – is an adventurer’s paradise, with the world’s largest concentration of scenic attractions in one county. With two National Parks (Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef), three state parks (Kodachrome Basin, Anasazi Museum), and Escalante Petrified Forest, as well as National Recreation Areas and National Monuments (including the vast Grand Staircase-Escalante), this is one of the true outdoor epicenters of the nation.

It’s also home to the coolest “glampground” I’ve ever visited – Yonder Escalante. Here is why you should make it your base camp for your adventure to Bryce Canyon Country.

WHY IT’S AWESOME:

Yonder Escalante is perfectly situated off the gorgeous Scenic Byway 12 surrounded by the vast open spaces and geological formations of Southern Utah. It feels like a secret oasis among a rugged, desolate environment from the moment you drive into the property – with attentive staff, luxurious accommodations, a beautiful pool for a hot summer day, and – the best part, in my opinion – a drive-in movie theater playing classics each night. It’s a destination in itself in the middle of so many.

IN-HOUSE FOOD AND DRINK:

Each Airstream, cabin, RV site, and campsite has a private fire pit for cooking up meals, and if you don’t want to prep yourself Yonder has DIY meal kits available in the general store. Each meal kit includes a protein (choose from local NY strip steaks, roasted chicken, or a Beyond bratwurst), a choice of two sides, bread, and dessert. It’s a thoughtful addition that keeps the glam in glamping.

For breakfast, there is an on-site food truck serving until 11 am that also opens on weekends for dinner. Pro-tip: try the “Best in the State Breakfast Sandwich” with local Kanab meats sausage patty, fried egg, American cheese, crispy hash brown, and ketchup, on a griddled potato bun. It’s delectable and perfect before a day spent hiking or after a night with a few glasses of wine.

When dusk rolls around you can enjoy the concession stand at the Drive-In Theater. Located in its own vintage Airstream the concession stand offers traditional concession fare like hot dogs, nachos, candy, and beer – and free popcorn.

AMENITIES:

• Drive-in theater with vintage cars and nightly movies
• Private spa-like bathhouses with Dyson hairdryers
• Heated greenhouse-inspired open-air showers
• Oversized pool and hot tub
• Self-service laundry
• Indoor/outdoor clubhouse with fire pits, books, board games, and a record player
• Complimentary coffee, tea, and light breakfast snacks
• Private fire-pits at each unit
• Shop with curated provisions and merchandise

ROOM TYPES:

Yonder is unique from many “glampgrounds” in that it has several options for lodgings. From refurbished vintage Airstreams to stylish cabins to RV sites – you have your pick of interesting abodes.

AIRSTREAMS:

There are 10 vintage Airstreams on the property at Yonder – each lovingly restored and furnished with midcentury furniture, a kitchenette, and an HVAC system. The Airstreams also offer a private fire pit and table with chairs outside of each unit to roast marshmallows or grab a glass of wine while watching the sunset.

CABINS:

The cabins at Yonder were custom designed to provide the comforts of a cabin with the beauty of nature through high ceilings and large glass walls looking out onto the property. Cabins are climate controlled and each includes a mini-fridge, microwave, lounger, and private outdoor fire pit.

RV SITES:

Deluxe RV sites include full electrical, water, and sewer hook-ups, a personal fire pit, and an oversized picnic table. Max 35 feet, each site is on a leveled concrete pad and includes access to all of Yonder’s amenities.

VANLIFE/CAMPSITES:

Yonder also has sites for campervans or tents (up to 2 per site) on the property. Sites include electrical and water hookups, oversized picnic tables, charcoal grills, and personal fire pits. All sites include access to Yonder amenities.

BEST THINGS TO DO WITHIN A 15-MINUTE WALK:

The coolest thing to do within a 15-minute walk is, of course, the Drive-in theater on the property. Playing cult classics films each night at dusk, there are vintage cars parked for visitors to sit inside to watch (with radios and heaters if needed) as well as plenty of space to bring your chair and enjoy the show. I happily watched Goonies and The Princess Bride during my stay with some popcorn and hard Kombucha from the concession stand. It was as magical as it sounds.

BEST THINGS TO DO WITHIN A ONE-HOUR DRIVE:

GRAND STAIRCASE-ESCALANTE NATIONAL MONUMENT – HOLE-IN-THE-ROCK ROAD – 20 miles to start

Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is huge – but luckily has many spectacular and accessible areas, like Hole-In-The-Rock Road. Located just 20 miles from Yonder, the 55.5 miles of gravel road leads to many of the most popular sites in the monument – one of the most popular being Devil’s Garden just 12 miles down the road. Further, you’ll stop at Dry Fork of Coyote Gulch trailhead where you can access the non-technical Peek-a-boo and Spooky slot canyons.

BURR TRAIL ROAD – 30 miles to start in Boulder, UT

Burr Trail Road is one of the most scenic drives in a state that is nearly exclusively made up of scenic drives. The 67.4 mil road, originally constructed as a cattle road between Boulder Utah, and Bullfrog Marina in Lake Powell takes explorers through not only Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument but also portions of Capitol Reef National Park and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Be sure to stop at Singing Canyon – a beautiful slot canyon just off the road and be aware of the weather as the road is only paved to the boundary of Capitol Reef National Park and may become impassable during certain conditions.

HELL’S BACKBONE GRILL & FARM – 29 miles

Boulder, Utah is one of the most remote locations in Utah, with a population of just 250. Surprisingly, it is also home to the only restaurant in Utah ever named a James Beard semi-finalist for outstanding restaurant – and they’ve done it multiple times.

Hell’s Backbone Grill & Farm is a farm-to-table restaurant that is unassuming and delicious with seasonal and unique dishes that make the difficulty of getting a reservation well worth it. Pro-tip: drive and hike on Burr Trail Road before dinner as the road begins nearly next door.

BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK – 46 miles

Bryce Canyon National Park is something you have to see to believe. With its striking hoodoos and dramatic vistas – this is a park not to be missed for any outdoor lover. Hike Queens Garden or around on the Rim Trail which hits elevations over 9,000 ft before descending into the canyon to hike the easy and accessible Mossy Cave Trail.

BED GAME: 8/10

The Bed in my Airstream was almost too comfortable – I slept in both mornings of my stay instead of waking up to watch the sunrise as I had planned. The linens felt very luxe with plenty of pillows (this really matters to me) and a fluffy-down comforter. With windows all around and adjustable reading lights, it was the perfect place to sleep, lounge, and read.

SEXINESS RATING: 7/10

Yonder Escalante is family-friendly and luxuriously rugged, but the style adds some sexiness to the overall feel. The elevated bathhouses and pool/spa area are sleek while the accommodations are light-filled and inviting.

VIEWS/PIC SPOTS: 9/10

Everywhere! Honestly, though, the entire place is an Instagrammers dream – but without being cheesy. The backdrop of Grand Staricase-Escalante coupled with the vintage Airstreams and Drive-In theater juxtaposed with sleek modern cabins and amenities is fresh and fun. There is an aesthetic for anyone that goes far beyond the normal glamping resort.

I especially loved taking photos of the vintage cars permanently parked at the Drive-In Theater. The colors and styles are unexpected and joyful in the middle of the desert.

BEST SEASON TO VISIT:

Open seasonally from generally mid-March to November, the glamping resort closes for the winter months. I visited in early April and while the nights were still chilly and the pool hadn’t yet opened it was warm during the day and the heater in my Airstream kept me toasty at night.

IF I HAD TO COMPLAIN ABOUT ONE THING:

It’s hard to find anything to complain about here, honestly… The location, amenities, and staff were all top-notch. But if I was forced, I’d say that the distance between parking and my Airstream site was a bit long as well as the distance between the Airstream and clubhouse/pool area. To mitigate that, Yonder is very accommodating and with a simple text, a staff member will pick you and your luggage up in a golf cart to or from your site.

BOOK HERE:

Choose your adventure here. Airstreams start at $249/night, Cabins at $229/night, deluxe RV sites at $119/night, and van life/campsites at $69/night.

INSTAGRAM IMAGES TAKEN AT YONDER ESCALANTE:

The latest Transformers movie opens this weekend, and you might be asking yourself: what makes this movie different than the original ones? And the answer is simple: Michelle Yeoh, Peter Dinklage, and Pete Davidson all lend their voices to the iconic robot beasts, which already makes it more interesting than anything Michael Bay directed (don’t worry, he still has a production credit). But having Oscar winner Yeoh, Golden Globe winner Dinklage, and, well, Pete Davidson all in one movie will surely be the cinematic event of the season…at least before Barbie touches down next month).

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts is the latest installment in the long-running franchise based on the popular toy line. Though the initial series focused on Shia LeBeouf and Bumblebee, the latest installment is a prequel, which bridges the gap between 2018’s prequel Bumblebee and 2007’s Transformers. In typical action movie fashion, the movie clocks in at 2 hours and 16 minutes of pure robot adrenaline mixed in with some hard-hitting punches.

While it’s not the longest film in the franchise, it’s still a pretty long movie that will no doubt be action-packed. While early reviews are mixed, if you go in expecting some fun robotic action sequences overlayed with 1990s New York and don’t think about the logistics of space robots too hard, you’ll probably have a decent enough time.

The latest Transformers movie opens this weekend, and you might be asking yourself: what makes this movie different than the original ones? And the answer is simple: Michelle Yeoh, Peter Dinklage, and Pete Davidson all lend their voices to the iconic robot beasts, which already makes it more interesting than anything Michael Bay directed (don’t worry, he still has a production credit). But having Oscar winner Yeoh, Golden Globe winner Dinklage, and, well, Pete Davidson all in one movie will surely be the cinematic event of the season…at least before Barbie touches down next month).

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts is the latest installment in the long-running franchise based on the popular toy line. Though the initial series focused on Shia LeBeouf and Bumblebee, the latest installment is a prequel, which bridges the gap between 2018’s prequel Bumblebee and 2007’s Transformers. In typical action movie fashion, the movie clocks in at 2 hours and 16 minutes of pure robot adrenaline mixed in with some hard-hitting punches.

While it’s not the longest film in the franchise, it’s still a pretty long movie that will no doubt be action-packed. While early reviews are mixed, if you go in expecting some fun robotic action sequences overlayed with 1990s New York and don’t think about the logistics of space robots too hard, you’ll probably have a decent enough time.

Mass Appeal isn’t the only label getting in on the celebration of hip-hop’s 50th anniversary. Sony Music Entertainment, which has been at the forefront of hip-hop’s expansive musical evolution for much of that time, has announced its own compilation project. Raised By Rap: 50 Years Of Hip Hop showcases the jaw-dropping diversity of SME’s contributions to the canon, beginning with pioneering ’80s releases like RUN DMC’s “It’s Tricky” and Rob Base & DJ EZ Rock’s “It Takes Two” and spanning all the way to 2010s hits like Future’s “Mask Off” and Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road.”

Along the way, rap fans might have their minds blown by the presence of such classic artists as A Tribe Called Quest, Da Brat, Fugees, Nas, Outkast, Too Short, and UGK included, as well as contemporary stars like 21 Savage, ASAP Rocky, Doja Cat, and Travis Scott. Not only are groundbreaking records like “C.R.E.A.M.” by Wu-Tang Clan and “Hip-Hop” by Dead Prez included, but so are more recent bops like “Whole Lotta Money.” The compilation truly showcases the breadth and depth of what hip-hop has been — and could be — for the past 50 years. It comes out on July 28, with Target and Urban Outfitters offering exclusive vinyl colorways, and you can pre-order it here. Check out the impressive tracklist below.

Disc 1, Side A

“Genius Rap,” Dr. Jeckyll & Mr. Hyde
“It’s Tricky,” RUN DMC
“It Takes Two,” Rob Base & DJ EZ Rock
“Can I Kick It?” A Tribe Called Quest
“Summertime” (Single Edit), DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince
“Funkdafied,” Da Brat

Disc 1, Side B

“Insane in the Brain,” Cypress Hill
“C.R.E.A.M.,” Wu-Tang Clan featuring Method Man, Raekwon, Inspectah Deck, Buddha Monk
“Shook Ones, Pt. II,” Mobb Deep
“Ready or Not,” Fugees, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean, Pras
“N.Y. State of Mind,” Nas
“Watch Out Now,” The Beatnuts featuring Yellaklaw

Disc 2, Side A

“Ms. Jackson,” Outkast
“Grindin’,” Clipse
“Hip-Hop,” dead prez
“Poppin’ My Collar,” Three 6 Mafia
“Blow the Whistle,” Too $hort
“Int’l Players Anthem (I Choose You),” UGK (Underground Kingz) featuring Outkast

Disc 2, Side B

“goosebumps,” Travis Scott
“a lot,” 21 Savage
“Streets,” Doja Cat
“Mask Off,” Future
“Praise The Lord (Da Shine),” A$AP Rocky featuring Skepta
“Old Town Road” (Remix), Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus
“Whole Lotta Money,” BIA

Mass Appeal isn’t the only label getting in on the celebration of hip-hop’s 50th anniversary. Sony Music Entertainment, which has been at the forefront of hip-hop’s expansive musical evolution for much of that time, has announced its own compilation project. Raised By Rap: 50 Years Of Hip Hop showcases the jaw-dropping diversity of SME’s contributions to the canon, beginning with pioneering ’80s releases like RUN DMC’s “It’s Tricky” and Rob Base & DJ EZ Rock’s “It Takes Two” and spanning all the way to 2010s hits like Future’s “Mask Off” and Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road.”

Along the way, rap fans might have their minds blown by the presence of such classic artists as A Tribe Called Quest, Da Brat, Fugees, Nas, Outkast, Too Short, and UGK included, as well as contemporary stars like 21 Savage, ASAP Rocky, Doja Cat, and Travis Scott. Not only are groundbreaking records like “C.R.E.A.M.” by Wu-Tang Clan and “Hip-Hop” by Dead Prez included, but so are more recent bops like “Whole Lotta Money.” The compilation truly showcases the breadth and depth of what hip-hop has been — and could be — for the past 50 years. It comes out on July 28, with Target and Urban Outfitters offering exclusive vinyl colorways, and you can pre-order it here. Check out the impressive tracklist below.

Disc 1, Side A

“Genius Rap,” Dr. Jeckyll & Mr. Hyde
“It’s Tricky,” RUN DMC
“It Takes Two,” Rob Base & DJ EZ Rock
“Can I Kick It?” A Tribe Called Quest
“Summertime” (Single Edit), DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince
“Funkdafied,” Da Brat

Disc 1, Side B

“Insane in the Brain,” Cypress Hill
“C.R.E.A.M.,” Wu-Tang Clan featuring Method Man, Raekwon, Inspectah Deck, Buddha Monk
“Shook Ones, Pt. II,” Mobb Deep
“Ready or Not,” Fugees, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean, Pras
“N.Y. State of Mind,” Nas
“Watch Out Now,” The Beatnuts featuring Yellaklaw

Disc 2, Side A

“Ms. Jackson,” Outkast
“Grindin’,” Clipse
“Hip-Hop,” dead prez
“Poppin’ My Collar,” Three 6 Mafia
“Blow the Whistle,” Too $hort
“Int’l Players Anthem (I Choose You),” UGK (Underground Kingz) featuring Outkast

Disc 2, Side B

“goosebumps,” Travis Scott
“a lot,” 21 Savage
“Streets,” Doja Cat
“Mask Off,” Future
“Praise The Lord (Da Shine),” A$AP Rocky featuring Skepta
“Old Town Road” (Remix), Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus
“Whole Lotta Money,” BIA

In February, Lana Del Rey‘s father Rob Grant came out as the first Nepo Daddy and announced his debut album, Lost At Sea. It’s out tomorrow (June 9), and many singles have been released so far, including “Setting Sail On A Distant Horizon” and the title track, the latter of which has a feature from his daughter.

He’s back today with one last taste, and it’s also a collaboration with Lana, called “Hollywood Bowl.” Against gentle piano, she sings, “I know I’m not Joni Mitchell / But I’ve got a dad who plays like Billy Joel.” She takes the wheel on the ballad, her voice steering it into a peaceful place as Grant plays the piano. She lulls: “And I’m young when I’m old and I’m old when I’m young when I’m old / At the whims of my heart and my soul.”

In a recent interview, Grant said he wasn’t certain about taking the album out on a tour. “This is all so new for me,” said Grant. “The idea of going out and actually going on a big stage and playing, that’s still intimidating to me. I’m willing to try it.”

Listen to “Hollywood Bowl” above.

Lost At Sea is out 6/9 via Decca Records. Pre-order it here.

Janelle Monáe’s The Age Of Pleasure is a mere hours away, led by singles “Float” featuring Seun Kuti And Egypt 80 and “Lipstick Lover” in all its NSFW glory.

On Wednesday, June 7, Monáe shared the full double disc tracklist and the album’s featured artists on Instagram and Twitter. Appearing on the album are Grace Jones, Doechii, CKay, Seun Kuti And Egypt 80, Sister Nancy, Amaarae, and actress Nia Long.

Their Instagram video showed behind-the-scenes footage from making the album alongside the caption, “#TheAgeOfPleasure TRACKLiSTING AND FEATURES! 2 more days to go [red heart emoji, flame emoji] This project wouldn’t be the same without each of you. I wish everyone could have been a spider on the speaker while we had the most fun making thingsssss. Legendary times were had.”

The Age Of Pleasure arrives at midnight, June 9. (It’s probably safe to assume a 6/9 release date was chosen purposefully.) Monáe announced their supporting North American The Age Of Pleasure Tour last week, which will begin on August 30 in Seattle, Washington and eventually conclude on October 28 at Inglewood, California’s YouTube Theater.

Check out the full The Age Of Pleasure tracklist below.

1. “Float” Feat. Seun Kuti And Egypt 80
2. “Champagne Shit”
3. “Black Sugar Beach”
4. “Phenomenal” Feat. Doechii
5. “Haute”
6. “Ooh La La” Feat. Grace Jones
7. “Lipstick Lover”
8. “The Rush” Feat. Amaarae and Nia Long
9. “The French 75” Feat. Sister Nancy
10. “Water Slide”
11. “Know Better” Feat. CKay
12. “Paid In Pleasure”
13. “Only Have Eyes 42”
14. “A Dry Red”

The Age Of Pleasure is out 6/9 via Wondaland Arts Society/Atlantic Records. Find more information here.

Janelle Monáe is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts is primed to hit theaters this week, and the seventh installment in the franchise is receiving mostly positive reviews as critics enjoy director Steven Caple Jr.‘s new take on the classic transforming robots. But as audiences get ready to plunk down in their seats to watch Optimus Prime and the Autobots take on a new threat, they’ll probably want to know if they should stick around for a post-credits scene. We got you covered.

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts does have a kicker scene that takes place midway through the credits, so you won’t have to wait for the entire credits to roll. As for what the scene entails, it’s mostly just a humorous moment between Noah (Anthony Ramos) and his Autobot buddy Mirage (Pete Davidson) who took some serious damage during the final battle with Scourge (Peter Dinklage).

In the scene, Noah argues with his buddy Reek, who doesn’t see the point in fixing up the old Porsche that’s secretly Mirage. However, he soon learns why Noah is so intent on repairing the vehicle.

Via Dexerto:

Noah refuses to back down, telling him the car is “special.” Reek then makes the mistake of saying: “This car is a jigsaw puzzle made of garbage. I bet the joint don’t even start.”

At this point, Noah calls out to Mirage, who morphs into his epic Autobot form, leaving Reek godsmacked. And in true Mirage style, he shouts: “Woohoo, yeah! Your boy is back! This b*tch said I wasn’t even gonna start.”

Again, the scene doesn’t follow in the traditional post-credits vein of setting up the next film, but it does keep Noah and Mirage in the mix for another Transformers adventure.

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts rolls into theaters on June 9.

(Via Dexerto)

In a classic case of It Takes One to Know One, Donald Trump’s attack plan against his Republican opponent for president, Ron DeSantis, is to make fun of his penis size.

According to Rolling Stone, some of Trump’s advisers are “urging him to continuously make reference to the size of DeSantis’ penis, telling him such insults could stick with GOP primary voters and mess with his rival’s head.” This alligns with a Bloomberg report from earlier this year about “Tiny D” being one of Trump’s possible nicknames for the Disney-feuding Florida governor; he went with the less successful “Ron DeSanctimonious.”

Now, “Tiny D” could be taken as a shot at DeSantis’ height (there’s weirdly no official online confirmation about how tall he is, but he’s most likely under six feet; Trump is 6′3″), but nope, it’s not. “He’s also short,” a source told Rolling Stone, “but, yes of course it’s about his penis, that’s why we’re doing it.”

Already, Trump has suggested that DeSantis, his chief rival, might be secretly gay. He’s gone after DeSantis over pronunciation of his own last name. He has claimed to have salacious dirt on Florida’s governor, that he might release during the primary. Recently, Trump’s campaign went after one of DeSantis’ top aides, apparently insulting her physical appearance.

With the fat and penis jokes flying, the GOP debates will have all the professionalism of a middle school playground at recess.

(Via Rolling Stone)