Anybody who pays even a little attention to Megan Thee Stallion knows that the rapper loves anime. (She runs in the same circles as Pikachu, after all.) Now, she’s getting ready to enter the world of anime full-steam, as she has her very own animated series on the way.
Per The Houston Chronicle, at the DreamCon 2025 convention in Houston this past weekend, Megan announced she partnered with Carl Jones, a producer on The Boondocks, for a new anime series. It’s set to be available on Amazon’s Prime Video, and the only other details offered came when Megan said, “You ain’t never seen an anime like this ever in your life.”
More generally, she also said, “My proudest achievement is staying strong through adversity. I feel like a lot of people in my shoes would have gave up. The Hotties have my back.”
Taylor Sheridan’s recent 1923 finale left an unusual dearth of new seasons from the Yellowstone creator. Do not fear, however, because The Madison will arrive later this year, and Tulsa King is currently filming another season with Sly Stallone and Frank Grillo warring over who can wear the largest belt buckle, among other important territorial matters. Additionally, 1944 is in the works to take the Yellowstone story backward, and what of Landman?
The Billy Bob Thornton series (and arguably the TV role that the Bad Santa star was born to portray) is also rolling cameras while lighting up the Fort Worth economy with Sam Elliot joining the show. Let’s strike Texas tea on that subject and what else to expect from the second season.
Plot
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Before we get to plot, some excellent news is afoot: Landman could have a lengthly future, as acknowledged by Thornton (below) and by the Fort Worth Report, which relayed how Texas lawmakers “authorized an unprecedented 10-year infusion of hundreds of millions in state film incentives.” In doing so, the effects of Sheridan’s shows were cited as an influencing factor:
Economic benefits for host communities range from dollars spent by crew members for coffee, drinks and meals to lodging, car rentals and more permanent expenditures such as sound stages and outlay for technical equipment. Sheridan’s Fort Worth-based 101 Studios has booked over 75,000 hotel room nights in Fort Worth through productions that included four TV series that each had a daily budget of $1.5 million, according to the Fort Worth Film Commission, including “The Madison,” “Lioness,” “Landman,” “Bass Reeves” and “1883.”
The love between Texas and Sheridan is mutual, as he recognized:
Sheridan, a Fort Worth resident whose Texas roots go back to the 1840s, calls the incentives “extremely important” to helping offset the immense costs of movie-making, which in turn plow dollars back into the local economy. One show spent $44.4 million in the Fort Worth area over 74 days and hired more than 1,100 Texas-based crew and more than 800 Texas cast members, according to the mayor’s office.
Considering how heavily Billy Bob and the gang’s action is focused in Fort Worth, it’s not too hard to conclude that mutual backscratching will continue.
Currently, Thornton and the cast have been filming in the area for two months, and the star admitted that everything is happening so fast, he hasn’t seen every script yet, as he told Collider. However, Thornton told Gold Derby that he’s down for as many seasons as possible:
Asked whether he is prepared for a long run for the show, Thornton doesn’t hesitate to signal his commitment to Sheridan’s latest hit, stating that this “is a show I’d like to work on for a while. I told Taylor, I said as long as you want me around, I’m here for this. I really love the show. I love doing it, I love playing this character, and I love the people I work with. Not only the cast, but the crew also is just stellar.”
As for how Sam Elliott is now aboard the Landman train, Thornton expressed so much adoration, as Collider notes:
“[Elliott’s] always been a mentor and a hero of mine,” Thornton said. “I love the guy, we have a real special relationship in real life anyway.” Although Elliott hasn’t filmed much yet, his presence on set is already making a difference. “It’s so good to see him,” Thornton added. “He lights my day up.”
So, plot? Get ready for Tommy Norris (Thornton) to be dealing with a “tornado” (in the words of Thornton to Deadline) of family upheaval (including his on-and-on wife, Angela, portrayed by Ali Larter) and professional challenges. On the latter note, he will unwittingly take over T-Mex at the behest of Cami Miller (Demi Moore) after the death of Monty Miller (Jon Hamm) in what is perhaps an ill-advised immortality quest. Is Monty really gone? The series has been filming funeral scenes in nearby Jacksboro, and Hamm did not hide his character’s status, nor did so-creator Christian Wallace.
Also, do not expect Tommy to be thrilled about his new job. He will still place himself in dangerous situations (Thornton informed Variety that Tommy will never want “to stop being a Landman”), but he knows that Cami needs to learn “street smarts,” and “[s]ince she doesn’t really know the oil business that well, I’m there with her to show her how these people operate.”
Cast
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Bless Sam Elliott and his mustache. The 1883 veteran has undertaken a mysterious role. Dude knows how to wear a cowboy hat, and please please please make him antagonize Tommy Norris.
As mentioned already, Jon Hamm is out with much more Demi Moore to come as Cami learns the ropes of running T-Mex and literally takes off running (as a casting notice for an extra gave away). Other returning actors include Jacob Lofland (as Cooper), 1923‘s Michelle Randolph (as Ainsley), and Ali Larter (as Tommy’s ex-and-current flame, Angela). Presumably, we’ll see more of Andy Garcia and Paulina Chávez, too.
Release Date
Landman is sorely missed, so it’s possible that this season gets hustled out in late 2025. Surely, early 2026 is a second-place alternative.
Trailer
One of these days, a teaser will surface. Until then, Tommy and Ainsley’s cringeworthy father-daughter scenes will do nicely.
For a few moments, Loudermilk co-creator Peter Farrelly was coming in hot with assurances thata fourth season would surface after Netflix began running the former Audience Network series. The idea there, of course, was based upon how Netflix is the master at reinvigorating cancelled series like the Penn Badgley-starring You and Neil Gaiman’s Lucifer for additional seasons.
Could that be the case for Ron Livingston’s misanthrope and the gang? That’s what Farrelly wanted (for the series to be revived somewhere, preferably Netflix), and he appeared confident on the subject: “Absolutely. Guaranteed. A hundred percent. I’m going to do two more seasons.”
The There’s Something About Mary co-director added that no streaming location was yet confirmed to pick up the former Audience Network but that Sam Loudermilk’s “book blew up,” and that story must be told. Over a year has passed since Farrelly publicly enthused in that way, so it’s time to check in on Livingston’s unrepentant a-hole.
Is Loudermilk Season 4 (Still) Happening?
Uncertain. Not wonderful news, right? Both optimism and pessimism is coming from key parties from the series. For instance, Anja Savcic (Claire) recently offered only that “I know they’re working on it.” Presumably, she’s talking about a green light, whereas a wet blanket response came from an appropriate place, which is from the dude who embodied Sam Loudermilk.
“Everybody discovered it … There’s that moment where you’re like, ‘Let’s get the band back together and make more!’ I don’t know if that’s going to happen. It’s probably not going to happen, but … I’d love it if it did.”
However, both Peter and Bobby Farrelly are keeping their dreams alive. Last November, the duo gave a slight update while promoting Dear Santa and speaking with the Playlist.
“We’ve been talking to the Duplass Brothers about continuing it,” Bobby Farrelly said. “We had a five- to seven-year plan, and we were on the brink of greatness. The show was just about to go in a totally unexpected and fun direction.”
And that Duplass mention takes things full circle to Ron Livingston and Mark Duplass frequently being confused for each other. If you haven’t heard of that oddness, then now you’ll never unsee it.
Regardless of whether or not this mysterious Loudermilk revival will happen, Peter Farrelly promises that the show’s original cast would hop aboard in a heartbeat, if given the chance. Hint hint.
Earlier this year, Chris Pratt began filming The Terminal List‘s second season nearly three years after the Prime Video/Amazon show debuted. That’s a hell of a wait, sure. However, the psychological thriller series, which is based upon ex-Navy SEAL Jack Carr’s novel, will spin off with The Terminal List: Dark Wolf that will arrive much sooner. Pratt’s James Reece will appear in both series, although Dark Wolf will mainly focus upon the origin story of Taylor Kitsch’s Ben Edwards and will go off-book to “delve deeper into his story and follow his journey from a Navy SEAL to a CIA operative.”
However, the Ben Edwards-focused story is no mere placeholder for multiple reasons. Those include how Dark Wolf will introduce characters who will appear in The Terminal List‘s second season, so the logistics of this prequel series’ arrival will be of interest to all franchise viewers.
When Is The Terminal List: Dark Wolf Coming Out?
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August 27. On that date, three episodes will drop, and weekly episodes will follow until September 24. Amazon has also provided a synopsis:
Co-created by The New York Times bestselling author of The Terminal List, Jack Carr, and Season One creator-showrunner David DiGilio, The Terminal List: Dark Wolf is a prequel series with an origin story that follows “Ben Edwards” (Taylor Kitsch) throughout his journey from the Navy SEALs to the clandestine side of CIA Special Operations. The series is an espionage thriller that explores the darker side of warfare and the human cost that comes with it. It also features Chris Pratt reprising his role as “James Reece.”
Pratt has promised that the franchise’s decision to “seed” characters for The Terminal List‘s ongoing story will lead to results that are “going to be out of this world, dude. I’m really f*cking pumped.”
The first season of The Terminal List is streaming on Prime Video/Amazon.
One thing is certain about The Bear‘s fourth season: this FX series’ needle drops will remain unparalleled. Also, we can remain fairly certain that Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) will retain his insufferable traits while only Sydney (Ayo Edebiri) can balance him out, if she still has the patience to do so. And in the background, Richie (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) will alternately lose his sh*t and self-actualize. In other words, chaos.
Also, The Bear made no secret of the restaurant being on the brink during the most recent season finale, so let’s balance the books better than Carmy does on what to expect for the fourth season.
Trailer
We might as well start here before the plot section up next.
Plot
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After the third season ended with the strong suggestion that Uncle Jimmy (Oliver Platt) either wouldn’t be able or wouldn’t be willing to keep funding the restaurant, that question remains an issue. Part of this dilemma revolves around whether or not the Chicago Tribune review turned out well, and Carmy’s closing “motherf*cker” remark upon seeing the review did not provide any clues about whether that expletive was landing in a pleased or disappointed way. The above trailer keeps the review’s ambiguity intact while continuing to hint that this could be the final season.
Surely, this teasing (and Carmy’s ridiculous expensive-butter habit) cannot last much longer before resolution. Also unknown: whether Sydney will stick around regardless of the review’s contents. She’s the glue of The Bear, and the most recent season finale saw her wrestle with the opportunity to accept Chef Adam’s (Adam Shapiro) offer to run another restaurant. The trailer does show her having an apparent “come to Jesus” moment with Carmy after she declined to sign that partnership agreement. And again, if the fourth season does not settle these issues, then the show will also find it difficult to keep an audience hooked for more.
Want yet another complication? White, Edebiri, and Moss-Bachrach’s careers have hit strides that will soon make coordinating schedules more difficult.
Could the show’s future (and that of the restaurant) stay intact? Well, what usually bodes well for The Bear is when the show takes time away from the kitchen to focus on specific characters, so more bottle episodes could save the mood, which would require more focus on tried-and-true audience faves like Marcus (Lionel Boyce), Tina (Liza Colón-Zayas), Natalie (Abby Elliott), and (yes) Donna (Jamie Lee Curtis). Also, fingers are crossed for a sparing use of Fak (Matty Matheson, who is fab, but a little Fak goes a long way).
FX has provided this fourth season synopsis:
Season four of FX’s The Bear finds Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White), Sydney Adamu (Ayo Edebiri) and Richard “Richie” Jerimovich (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) pushing forward, determined not only to survive, but also to take The Bear to the next level. With new challenges around every corner, the team must adapt, adjust and overcome. This season, the pursuit of excellence isn’t just about getting better – it’s about deciding what’s worth holding on to.
Further, FX chief John Landgraf revealed (during a Puck interview) that the fourth season will alleviate the “stuckness” that currently exists, and that viewers are “going to be really well rewarded. Because after stuckness comes unstuckness.” Clear as mud?
Cast
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The main trio of Jeremy Allen White (as Carmy Berzatto), Ayo Edebiri (as Sydney Adamu), and Ebon Moss-Bachrach (as Cousin Richie) will be in form with supporting turns by Lionel Boyce, Abby Elliott, Liza Colón-Zayas, Oliver Platt, Molly Gordon, and Matty Matheson.
Will “Chef Winger” Diehards (actually Chef David Fields) see their dude again? Please, and Joel McHale has been making sh*t up about a spin off, which is precisely the type of thing that Joel McHale is known to do (good for him).
Release Date
July 25. The fourth season will keep the binge-style release format by releasing all ten episodes at once. Hell yeah.
Chefs, dystopian games, and too many varieties of detectives to count. June is gearing up to launch those concepts in binge-happy form for those moments when heading outside feels like too sweaty an endeavor. Last month’s supply of mysteries, murderbots, and walkers also still lingers in impending weekly drops, which adds up to countless new seasons available for the taking within the TV landscape. Here, we will narrow down the possibilities for you.
In no particular order, here are the must-see shows for June 2025.
The Bear: Season 4 (Hulu series 6/25)
Intensity mode fired up? Oh yeah. Carmy Berzatto and the Chefs are back with this season looking like a pivotal point in the restaurant’s endless existential loop. That is to say, Sydney has a decision to make, Cousin Richie has a challenge in staying on an even keel, Marcus must continue to bake, and Abby must continue being the glue to keep people sane while struggling to do so herself. FX hasn’t hinted at cameos to come, but Chef Winger Chef David Fields must make an appearance, and we can cross fingers for this series to return to the proper amount of Fak in the mix.
Squid Game: Season 3 (Netflix series 6/27)
Nobody ever accused this of being a light and breezy watch, but nonetheless, this show launched as a streaming juggernaut and continued its run before going out (probably) on top with this third outing. The story will pick up with Gi-hun in a truly terrible place after losing his closest friend. He will put forth a plan to end the game, but the Front Man has other designs, and the situation is growing more perilous for those who have survived until now. Will this series end with closure or even more despair? You gotta tune in to find out.
Stick: Season 1 (Apple TV+ series 6/4)
Owen Wilson, Timothy Olyphant, and Marc Maron are onboard for this golf comedy that aims to charm the Ted Lasso crowd before the return of Ted Lasso. Olyphant looks too well dressed for this series, and he’s missing a hat, but it’s cool, he’s branching out. Meanwhile, Maron might steal this show if this trailer is any indication, but the people shouldn’t be disappointed with Wilson as a washed-up golfer, and it’s nice to have a show move away from Severance-like labyrinth mysteries because breezy summer watches serve a purpose, dammit.
BMF: Season 4 (Starz series 6/6)
50 Cent is known for his plentiful beefs, but one in particular suggested that this series could be headed toward the horizon. The fourth season, however, is straight ahead with the crime drama gearing up for Meech and Terry Flenory launching their music label while falling into a brotherly power struggle and expanding further into the drug trade. Prepare for pesky obstacles to the brothers’ twin industries and an increasing police presence with Michael Chiklis (The Shield) joining as a DEA agent.
FUBAR: Season 2 (Netflix series 6/12)
In merry contrast to the above (heavy) selection, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s contribution to the Dad TV phenomenon is also back with him reprising his CIA operative who got yanked back from the verge of retirement. This season, Luke (Arnold) and Emma (Monica Barbaro) are working to prevent global mayhem that a terrorist is threatening to unleash upon humanity. Carrie-Anne Moss joins this season as a former love interest of Luke and a villain, and man, I hope she drags Arnold’s character hard.
The Waterfront (Netflix series 6/19)
Shows about dysfunctional wealthy families rarely miss with viewership, and this series hails from Dawson’s Creek creator Kevin Williamson, who also wrote this high drama about a North Carolina fishing dynasty (the Buckleys) who working to keep their legacy above water. Starring Holt McCallany, Maria Bello, Melissa Benoist, Jake Weary, and Topher Grace, this show will be about “a bunch of people who make mistakes. They do some bad things and then they get in deeper and deeper and deeper,” according to Williamson while speaking with Netflix. It must be noted that although this show was inspired by true events, the characters and events within are fictional.
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Smoke: Season 1 (Apple TV+ series 6/27)
Crime-fiction author Dennis Lehane (The Wire) penned this series that brings Taron Egerton (Black Bird) back to Apple TV+ alongside Jurnee Smollett (Birds Of Prey) as they portray a troubled detective and arson investigator who will likely stand amongst Lehane’s hard-boiled characters for the ages. The author is, of course, known for setting stories within Boston, but currently, the tech giant’s streaming service hasn’t unveiled the setting for this fiery series.
The Gilded Age: Season 3 (HBO series 6/22)
Carrie Coon, Cynthia Nixon, and Christine Baranski are back in this season that picks up after the Opera War. The Russells could very well claim ultimate power, but Bertha pushes forth for a seemingly unreachable goal, and the Brook household is in utter disarray. Then a doctor enters the picture and makes Peggy swoon while all characters barrel toward the horizon, perhaps losing and gaining valuable ground at the same time due to ambition.
Ironheart: Season 1 (Disney+ series 6/24)
This series takes place following Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and follows Riri Williams (Dominique Thorne) as an inventor attempting to put a new twist on iron suits in a story that bounces technology and magic against each other. She crosses paths with Parker “The Hood” (Anthony Ramos) and will never be the same again, and this series costars Alden Ehrenreich and Sacha Baron Cohen. Rumors are that the latter will bring Mephisto into the MCU.
Countdown: Season 1 (Prime Video/Amazon series 6/25)
Jensen Ackles’ new cop drama will land before he reappears as Soldier Boy in both The Boys final season and the Vought Rising prequel series. As a “rogue” detective (who Ackles has compared to demon hunter Dean Winchester of Supernatural because sure why not), he will lead a task force that takes flight after a high-profile murder that puts the entire city of Los Angeles at risk.
With summer inching closer, rap and hip-hop are back outside — so to speak. New York standard-bearers The LOX led the charge with their Red Bull Spiral freestyle:
Meanwhile, the girlies took control, with Rico Nasty dropping yet another video from her new album, Lethal: “Son Of A Gun.”
Samara Cyn joined her tourmate Smino in showing off their “Brand New Teeth.”
Clipse made their long-awaited comeback with “Ace Trumpets.”
And Sexyy Red gave one hell of a co-sign to rising star Pluto on her “Whim Whammiee” remix.
Here is the best of hip-hop this week ending May 30, 2025.
Albums/EPs/Mixtapes
Benji Blue Bills & BNYX — Out The Blue
Benji Blue Bills
The burgeoning Atlanta rapper and superstar-stamped Philly producer team up to craft a hard-hitting collection of trap rap bangers, led by the surprisingly soulful “I Wonder.” Together, they establish a truly unique sound, making for a standout project that unlike anything else on the market today.
Bruiser Wolf — Potluck
Bruiser Wolf
Detroit native Bruiser Wolf is best recognized as a member of Danny Brown’s Bruiser Brigade, Wolf has as quirky a delivery as that of his benefactor (somewhere between Danny’s, E-40’s, and Cee-Lo Green’s) with the off-beat sense of humor that is the hallmark of Motor City rap. Featuring production from Harry Fraud, Knxwledge, Sango, and more, it’s a sleeper hit in the making.
GoldLink — Enoch
Goldlink
Okay, look… This may be controversial, but I’m going to posit a question: has GoldLink been in artist jail for long enough? I know we are all supposed to be mad at the guy, but on the scale of horrid things rappers have done and said over the last couple of years, maybe disrespecting Mac Miller is small potatoes compared to, say, advocating for literal Nazis? All I’m saying is, there are only a handful of rappers bridging the gap between EDM and rap, and he’s one of, like, the five best at it. Here’s a reminder, at least.
Luh Tyler — Florida Boy
Luh Tyler
Nearly every song that Tyler has released in the run-up to his latest album has been good to great, so it should come as no surprise that the completed project justifies the 19-year-old’s hype. While I’d like to see some more artistic growth in the near future for him, the recent output of his immediate predecessor as teen rap star du jour, Lil Tecca, suggests a better than decent chance that’s on the way.
Ovrkast. — While The Iron Is Hot
Ovrkast
Oakland rapper Ovrkast. is perhaps best known for his production on Earl Sweatshirt’s 2019 EP Feet of Clay, but he’s just as compelling as a solo artist in his own right. Although he reset his career in 2023 (literally, with an EP, RESET!), his recalibrated approach has resulted in some magnetic alt-rap that weaves in influences from jazz, hardcore boom-bap, and more contemporary sounds. My pick for best release of the week.
Singles/Videos
Busta Rhymes — “New York Knicks Anthem (Remix)” Feat. Joey Badass, Papoose, and Nems
Busta repurposes his 2006 Big Bang Theory single into a celebratory anthem cheering on his beloved hometown team as they stave off elimination in the Eastern Conference Finals. The additions of Joey and Nems are timely; Joey has put the city on his back as the current bearer of the Big Apple flag in a one vs. everybody rap battle that has him tussling with seemingly every underground rapper in LA, while Nems famously coined the catchphrases that New Yorkers can be heard screaming into any available microphone or camera with every New York win.
DMX — “Bring Out The Worst” Feat. Joyner Lucas
A posthumous single from the notorious dog lover, “Bring Out The Worst” is a fascinating glimpse at Earl in his mid-90s form, rapping over more contemporary production. I’m not sure if he’d have appreciated or hated Joyner Lucas, but presumably, his estate has a better grasp on his wishes than those of us who’ve been chronically online for the Mass rapper’s mishegoss.
IDK — “Winston Wolf” Feat. No ID
The title card of IDK’s latest loosie music video posits that rap music has gotten a little too serious lately. Arguably, this is true. But besides injecting a little whimsy into our musical day-to-day, the larger, more pressing need filled by “Winston Wolf” is matching a playful No ID with IDK’s sharp wit. The Chicago producer just did a full project with one of my favorite rappers — is it greedy if I ask for one more?
Lexa Gates — “Uber Black”
First of all, huge ups for the interpolation of The Miracles’ “Ooo Baby Baby.” That’s the kind of inspired sampling that can truly bridge intergenerational gaps, and earn the appreciation of old heads everywhere. Lexa has slowly built a small but fiercely loyal following, and “Uber Black” is yet another example of how.
Meek Mill — “Survivor’s Guilt” Feat. G Herbo
It gets lost in his antics, but Meek was and remains one of rap’s premiere street storytellers. Sampling Nipsey Russell’s song “What Would I Do If I Could Feel” from the musical The Wiz (the same song Nas interpolated for “Surviving The Times”), Meek contemplates what it means to be one of the ones who made it out — and the cost of staying too accessible once you do. Meek doing subtle is a new career shift for him… but hey, that’s the sort of growth you love to see.
Ranking Kentucky’s best distillery is damn difficult, but what if we limited it to just one bottle?
Practically every distillery out there has a plethora of great offerings that could be considered “most representative” of what they do. Whether that bottle nails the “house style” of said distillery, is their most iconic offering, or is simply the best juice they’re putting out, there are a lot of ways to judge each one’s overall output. How about this simple test: What’s the best bourbon under $40?
While it may seem arbitrary, the $40 price point is a scope broad enough to include some of the Bluegrass State’s newer distilleries who aren’t yet able to take advantage of the economies of scale to put out a <$20 product, yet narrow enough that there are very few well-aged, premium products sneaking into the category. In short, it’s perfect for rounding up and ranking the best of the best.
Now for the parameters: The brand must be currently distilling in Kentucky, and 100% of the bottle in question must be composed of that distillate. Next, the bottle must be less than $40 on the shelf to qualify as a “budget bottle”, which we already touched on. Finally, it has to be the distillery’s absolute best bottle that fits the criteria. Sounds fair?
Let’s dive in and rank Kentucky’s distilleries by their best budget-friendly bottle of bourbon.
Ezra Brooks is one of the more established names in bourbon, with a history that traces back to its founding in 1957. In 2024, however, this port-finished bourbon represents the newest lineup extension for the respected brand.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Aroma notes of candy cane, rich cherries, warm vanilla, and wood chips greet the nose at first before accents of tobacco leaf and clove enter the fray.
Palate: The ripe cherry note rushes in at first with nectarines and bananas, chocolate chips, and vanilla, painting the palate with a lush layer of sweetness. This whiskey has a lot of grip on the palate, punching well above its weight proof-wise and delivering a sipping experience more in line with whiskey in the 110 range.
Finish: The finish is lingering, marked by vanilla, oak, and milk chocolate. At the very end, this whiskey reintroduces the cherry note found early in each sip. This is surprisingly tasty stuff.
Bottom Line:
Ezra Brooks’ entire brand portfolio is full of incredible value bourbons, capable of delivering outstanding quality for a wallet-friendly price. This brand-new expression delivers the most flavor of the bunch thanks to its artful deployment of delicious Port wine casks, which help to drive even more depth into the distillery’s already rock-solid base bourbon.
Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon blends four of the brand’s recipes: OBSK, OESK, OBSO, and OESO, to create one product. The whiskeys are aged for six to seven years before being blended, cut with soft Kentucky water, and bottled.
The Whiskey:
Tasting Notes:
Nose: The nose on Four Roses Small Batch bourbon opens with a nice, inviting wave of honey, torched orange peel, and apricots, before revealing a hint of black pepper spice. There are some slightly sour notes, with red berries featuring prominently in this regard, and some clove and nutmeg in the mix as well.
Palate: Once on the palate, this whiskey is all red berries (think ripe raspberries), and salted caramel. On a second sip, there’s a bit of red apple flavor to go with faint citrus tones, a splash of dilute honey, and youthful oak. Some sweetgrass notes, allspice, and sage start creeping in as it transitions to the finish.
Finish: The finish on this whiskey is fairly succinct, but it features a balanced, dialed-down display of the bourbon’s most prominent notes. That means reserved honey, apple chips, and allspice are the last partygoers on your palate.
Bottom Line:
Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon is a damn good pour that does a great job of exemplifying both the quality of the distillery’s base liquid, and the blending prowess of their team, led by Master Distiller Brent Elliott. While I tend to spring for the brand’s single-barrel expression, which sits just a few singles above our $40 limit, when it comes to the budget-friendly options in their portfolio, this is undoubtedly the one you need.
13. Wilderness Trail Distillery: Wilderness Trail Single Barrel Wheated Bourbon
Wilderness Trail Distillery is one of the newer outfits on this list, but they’re already keeping pace with the big boys thanks to their tremendous head start. Founders Shane Baker and Dr. Pat Heist initially gained experience in the industry as “yeast guys,” troubleshooting problems for much larger distilleries before deciding to venture out on their own. When it was initially launched, this wheated bourbon was the first bottled-in-bond wheated sweet mash bourbon released since the end of Prohibition.
Notably, this is one of the few “lower-proof” bourbons that isn’t chill-filtered, which preserves a bit of flavor.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Dried raspberries and black pepper kick things off on the nose, with oak and leather encroaching as you inhale more deeply. There are also intriguing additional layers of cream cheese, allspice, and lemon zest uncovered after swirling the glass with some bubblegum lurking underneath.
Palate: Black pepper and bubblegum hit the palate at first before rich oak tones make their presence known, along with a tasty semi-tart dose of the dried raspberries from the nose. The liquid itself has some elbows, pricking various parts of your tongue with a punctuation of flavor and a grainy, honeycomb-like texture.
Finish: On the finish, this whiskey introduces butterscotch and vanilla custard before the black pepper notes seize control and coast into the sunset after a moderate length.
Bottom Line:
Wilderness Trail is one of those unique distilleries where there isn’t really a consensus around what their best bourbon is. Their first expression to market, this Wheated Bourbon, is a prime candidate, but its rye-recipe bourbon is equally flavorful, with a touch more bite. Ultimately, it comes down to personal preference.
Electing this one as the distillery’s best budget-bottle makes sense, though, given the fact that wheated bourbons are a bit rarer, and thus it offers better insight into what sets the brand apart: They care a lot about production practices. It’s evident every step of the way, and the “clean” mouthfeel of this sweet mash wheated bourbon is the proof in the pudding.
Maker’s Mark features an iconic bottle design, the same one they’ve been utilizing since their founding in 1953, and a mash bill that’s been used for just as long. This wheated bourbon is one of the best-selling whiskeys in the entire world, making it a ubiquitous sight on liquor store shelves.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: On the nose, you’ll find a bit of corn pudding, vanilla extract, and indistinct red berry aromas wafting out of the glass. There’s also a bit of graham cracker sweetness and white pepper.
Palate: On the palate, Maker’s Mark greets the tongue with a bunch of honeyed graham cracker notes that soon make way for vanilla pod and cornbread. A second sip morphs the vanilla pod into a custard note, complete with caramelized sugar and some red berry compote.
Finish: The finish of Maker’s Mark features some mellow spice and more red berry compote, as those natural sugars fuse with vanilla notes to quickly dissipate from the palate.
Bottom Line:
Despite its modest proof point, Maker’s Mark has a ton of sweet flavors, meaning you won’t blow out your palate or scare off bourbon novices if you decide to sip this one neat. It’s ubiquitous on liquor store shelves and should be a staple on your bar cart, especially if you aim to offer guests a smooth bourbon they can enjoy at their leisure.
Woodford Reserve Bourbon is frequently cited as one of the best bourbons for beginners for two main reasons: it’s bottled at a relatively low proof and has an assortment of rich, balanced, and crowd-pleasing flavors. Woodford Reserve is owned by Brown-Forman, which also includes Jack Daniel’s and Old Forester in its portfolio.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Plums, rich oak, and sticky toffee notes are immediately evident on the nose of this whiskey, and the aroma of vanilla pods, clove, and cinnamon bark joins them.
Palate: The palate of this whiskey introduces the toffee note from the nose right off the bat, and that’s joined by a surprising yet welcome splash of citrus to go with the additional flavors of vanilla, mellow oak, and gentle black pepper spice. The mouthfeel is lean, but rather than contrasting with the richness of the flavors, it helps to make them more pronounced while maintaining the whiskey’s general agreeable smoothness.
Finish: The finish is brief but marked by more vanilla and sweet oak, with a final kiss of sticky toffee and candied walnuts.
Bottom Line:
Woodford Reserve deserves all the praise it receives for being a fantastic beginner bourbon, but it’s also so much more. Sure, its proof point might make bourbon snobs turn up their noses. However, there’s absolutely no denying that this whiskey still manages to pack a ton of sweet, oak-driven flavor, free from any jagged edges, making it one of the best, easy-sipping whiskeys of any category on the market.
10. Bardstown Bourbon Company: Bardstown Origin Series Bourbon
Bardstown Bourbon Company launched its Origins Series in 2023, and since then, it’s been a total hit for whiskey enthusiasts looking for full-flavored, polished expressions at a reasonable price. This expression in particular uses a 36% high-rye mashbill and is bottled at 96 proof.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Stone fruits, confectioners’ sugar, vanilla, and butterscotch chews are the most readily apparent aroma notes on the nose of this whiskey. It has an almost dusty quality, like the aroma of a library or well-aged leather, which adds depth.
Palate: On the palate, I’m getting the flavors of dried raspberries and butterscotch chews right off the bat. At midpalate, I’m picking up some mineral water as it opens up to reveal its rich texture. There’s a clean delineation between flavors, with the sweetness sitting at the tip of the tongue while hints of oregano and some gentle baking spice are evident on the back of the palate.
Finish: The moderate finish has a bit of earthiness with hints of peppermint and rye spice to remind you that this is a high-rye bourbon, after all.
Bottom Line:
The Bardstown Origin Series lineup has so many bangers, it’s easy to hone in on your favorite and forget the rest. While my personal favorite is the High Wheat Bourbon, revisiting this low-proof bombshell, I find myself blown away by the incredible balance of flavors. It has a significant spice kick, courtesy of its high-rye content, which allows it to “drink above its proof.”
Point-blank: This is a delicious whiskey with the familiar “bite” that many bourbon enthusiasts love.
9. Bulleit Distilling Company: Bulleit Bottled In Bond Bourbon
Bulleit’s brand-new bottled-in-bond bourbon really hits the sweet spot for fans of the brand who love their classic flavor profile but would love a little extra flavor even more. What makes this one so special is the fact that it’s comprised entirely of Bulleit’s own distillate — a first for the brand.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: The nose opens with floral notes accompanied by black currants, fresh hazelnuts, juicy clementines, caramel, and nutmeg.
Palate: On the first sip, it’s clear that this whiskey has a really clean mouthfeel, with distinct notes of fresh hazelnuts, sweet, gooey caramel, and fresh red apples coating the tongue at first. It has very well-defined albeit limited layers of flavor, and it’s very tasty; you’ll want to take repeat sips.
Finish: The finish is medium length, surprisingly, but relatively mild, with black pepper and seasoned oak joining red apples before sage emerges as it fades off.
Bottom Line:
Bulleit has made a resounding splash in each of the last two years, first with the return of its celebrated 12-year rye and now with a bottled-in-bond line expansion that is entirely comprised of its own distillate. This new expression deserves praise as it strikes a nice balance of flavors and indicates a ton of promise for future tasty offerings.
8. New Riff Distillery: New Riff Bottled In Bond Straight Bourbon
New Riff Distillery, located in Newport, Kentucky, which is situated about an hour and a half north of Louisville, has been releasing some incredible and incredibly inventive bourbons since its founding back in 2014. Now, with over a decade under its belt, they’ve expanded into age-stated and experimental products. Still, the best of their budget bottles remains the bourbon that started it all: This high-quality Bottled in Bond offering.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: The nose on New Riff’s flagship bourbon is surprisingly “clean,” which is to say there’s a clear delineation among the aromas, and they all smell fresh. We’re talking about ripe apples, organic honey, peppercorns, juicy orange notes, and just a smidge of woodchips. It’s all well-balanced, restrained, but pleasantly fragrant.
Palate: On the palate, this whiskey delivers on all of the promise of the nose. That means that it’s full of honey-roasted peanuts, orange rind, peppercorns, and youthful woodsy notes. It also has a strong presence of nutmeg, apple chips, and faint caramel. Similar to the nose, each of the layers of flavor is clearly defined, which makes it easy to appreciate each of them on their own merits.
Finish: The finish is fairly short, but it features more black pepper and caramel notes, with a fresh infusion of ripe apricots and cloves.
Bottom Line:
New Riff’s flagship bourbon is the perfect example of what the brand does. Delicious, sweet mash bourbon is their calling card as-is, using the bottled-in-bond standard for their core releases. The sum of those parts makes for an excellent entry-level bourbon that proves New Riff, despite an initial splash in the industry, might still be underrated ten years in. Don’t overlook this outstanding everyday option.
Benchmark Full Proof was first released last year and is now the premier expression in the Benchmark lineup. Always bottled at 125 proof, it is the highest ABV offering from the Benchmark brand.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: The nose is full of cinnamon Red Hots, peanut shells, caramel, and oak. It’s a pretty straightforward medley of flavors, but despite that knock, they all work well together and come across boldly on the nose.
Palate: On the palate is where the brashness of those flavors really runs wild as it drinks a bit hot and is marred, rather than aided by, the simplicity of its flavor wheel. You get peanuts, cinnamon, caramel, oak, and…nothing else. That said, the flavors are fairly well-developed, and because of their distinctiveness and the clear delineation between each note, they’re easy to appreciate one by one.
Finish: The finish is flush with black pepper, more oak, and charred green pepper skin. It’s medium-length, which is a plus if you appreciate its brashness but a distraction if that boldness is overwhelming.
Bottom Line:
When it was first launched, many Buffalo Trace fans posited Benchmark Full Proof as a sort of “Stagg Jr., Jr.” The hope was that it would present similar flavors in a much easier-to-find and affordably priced expression. How’d that turn out? Well, it would be an oversimplification to call it such, but it contains a few flavor notes that make Stagg so beloved. As long as you temper your expectations and are in the market for a bold, uncomplicated bourbon, there’s plenty here to enjoy at a killer price.
6. Heaven Hill: Evan Williams Bottled In Bond Bourbon
Evan Williams Bottled in Bond is often named as one of, if not the best, bourbon under $20. Aged for at least four years, per the Bottled in Bond regulations, this 100-proof bourbon is almost as readily found around the country as Evan Williams ‘black label.”
Tasting Notes:
Nose: The nosing notes open with honey, lemon zest, and a distinct peanut note on this bourbon. From there, the periphery aromas are faint — a touch of brown butter, apricots, and cumin, but otherwise nondescript.
Palate: In the mouth, those initial three notes make the most substantial impression, along with a piquant texture that slightly prickles the tongue and adds a bit of pop to the citrus flavors in the liquid. One thing I love about this whiskey is how well-balanced its flavors are, with none of them overpowering the others.
Finish: On the finish, you’ll find some black pepper spice and youthful oak that curtail the peanut and lemon zest flavors. The finish is short to medium, providing just enough room to make a satisfying impression on the palate before encouraging repeat sips.
Bottom Line:
Two things need to be said upfront: One, this might be the dollar-for-dollar best bourbon on the list, and two, Heaven Hill probably has the most excellent budget bottles of any distillery in Kentucky. I went with this one because Evan Williams’ Bottled in Bond Expression is a masterclass in delivering a high-quality, no-frills, wallet-friendly bourbon.
At 100-proof, it can stand tall in cocktails, bringing an abundance of flavor to classics like an Old-Fashioned, but it has just enough depth to perform well on its own, making for a delicious, cost-friendly, everyday sipper.
Old Forester’s Signature 100 Proof Bourbon takes the brand’s flagship 86-proof offering and significantly kicks up the flavor. This bourbon is made with a grain recipe of 72% corn, 18% rye, and 10% malted barley.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Old Forester 100 Proof greets the nose with a slightly medicinal cherry note that sets the stage for a layer of complementing aromas like caramel, barrel char, hazelnut spread, and moderate oak.
Palate: The medicinal cherry note from the nose of this whiskey shows up in a big way on the palate, streaking across the tongue and laying a foundation for accenting notes like oak, black pepper spice, and toasted almonds to blossom. The texture in the mouth is fairly robust and slick, which rewards repeat sips as the liquid begins to coat your palate.
Finish: The finish features black cherry and caramel notes and hangs on for a medium length, making this a great sipping whiskey for enjoying neat.
Bottom Line:
Old Forester 100 Proof is perfect because it’s robust enough to stand up to your palate, thanks to its backbone of black cherry and sweet oak notes, while being sufficiently spice-laden to hold its own in mixed drinks. The price is right, but the high-quality sweetness that comes with this affordable cost is what makes it a real hero of the bottom shelf.
Michter’s was recently voted the World’s Most Admired Whiskey Distillery and its flagship bourbon is the most readily available example of why. For this expression and the rest of its whiskey lineup, Michter’s uses a proprietary filtration process to optimize the flavor coming from its barrels.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Michter’s US*1 Bourbon has a dense aroma bouquet that immediately appears well-refined. Notes like honeysuckle, brown sugar, raisins, and youthful oak fill the air, with each well-developed layer greeting the olfactory senses warmly.
Palate: On the palate, what’s immediately remarkable about this bourbon is the texture, as it gently coats your tongue with moderate warmth, and before you know it, the taste of brown sugar, raisins, and walnuts is suddenly everywhere on your tongue. That deceptively viscous texture works well here and is a credit to Michter’s proprietary filtration process and their atypical proof-point.
Finish: The finish here is brief, with brown sugar and cinnamon coexisting harmoniously alongside new oak and clove, making for a gentle send-off after every sip.
Bottom Line:
It never ceases to amaze me how flavorful Michter’s whiskey is, even at a relatively lower proof. Michter’s US*1 Bourbon perfectly threads the needle of being sweet and well-rounded. Free from any harsher elements, your palate will take to this whiskey like a fish in the water as those enchanting, mellow notes wash over your tongue and coat your mouth with a remarkable range of flavors that make this one of the best values in the bourbon world.
3. Willett Distillery: Old Bardstown Bottled In Bond Bourbon
Old Bardstown Bottled in Bond Bourbon is one of those IYKYK expressions from the Willett Distillery. It is sold exclusively in Kentucky on the bottom shelf of liquor stores. This bottled-in-bond offering is not to be confused with the 101-proof small-batch variant available nationwide.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: It begins with a really round butterscotch note with some intriguing menthol and tobacco leaf aromas that make you dig deeper in the glass to uncover additional layers of Brooks cherries, pecans, and vanilla extract.
Palate: Old Bardstown Bottled in Bond Bourbon is dense and full-bodied on the palate despite the proof, and it opens with sticky toffee and Brooks cherries while a touch of the menthol from the nose streaks up the middle of the tongue and introduces some dark chocolate at midpalate.
Finish: The moderate finish sees the blossoming of dark chocolate flavor with some fresh hazelnuts, caramel, and white pepper notes rounding things off.
Bottom Line:
This one is a bit of a dark horse in the race, but Willett’s most unassuming bottle packs a real wallop with a substantive mouthfeel and a dark, rich flavor profile that will have you double-checking your receipt to be sure you didn’t steal this bottle at roughly $20 USD. Rest assured, your receipt is correct; hell, all is right with this sweet, fruit-forward bourbon in your glass.
The new and improved Jim Beam Black Label is the result of tireless tinkering from Master Distillers Fred and Freddie Noe. New for 2024, the long-standing Jim Beam expression now has an age statement and a slightly altered flavor profile designed to optimize the distillery’s 7-year-old bourbon profile.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Peanut brittle, bubble gum, and caramel are all featured prominently on the nose of Jim Beam’s 7-Year Black Label on the first pass. A second sniff introduces accenting notes of orange rind and leather.
Palate: The dense, substantial texture hits at first before a clash of peanut brittle, butter, and hazelnuts dances across the palate. There are notes of lemon zest and honey that take root on the roof of the mouth before the flavor of barrel char and black pepper usher in the transition to the finish.
Finish: Nutmeg and honey roasted peanuts show force on the finish along with some chocolate truffle dust as it warms the entire mouth and hangs around for an impressively long time.
Bottom Line:
Jim Beam Black Label boasts the perfect blend of sweetness, spice, flavor, and wallet-friendly price to be a game-changer for your whiskey collection. The recent reemergence of an age statement on this bottle is enough of a reason to welcome it into your collection, but that number on the front required a lot of fine-tuning on the back end by Fred and Freddie Noe, a task they’ve admirably knocked out of the park.
Russell’s Reserve’s 10-Year Bourbon was initially released in 2001 as an age-stated, 101-proof expression. In 2005, much to the chagrin of Wild Turkey fans, the ABV was brought down to its current level, making this a 90-proof expression.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: The nose on Russell’s Reserve 10-Year-Old Bourbon contains varying vanillas, from ice cream to vanilla extract. There are also pastry notes and the aroma of brioche buns, along with a touch of salted caramel, warm oak, and fresh nutmeg.
Palate: The palate on Russell’s Reserve 10-Year Bourbon is distinctly earthy at first, with toasted walnuts, apple leather, and mature oak leading the charge. As you chew the bourbon, you’ll notice that those notes grow in prominence with the oak and walnut flavors outpacing the restrained fruitiness, and baking spices like clove and cinnamon become more pronounced. The mouthfeel is middle of the road, which serves well to carry all of those earthy flavors without being overly slick and distracting from them.
Finish: The finish is marked by more vanilla tones, think vanilla pod more so than vanilla extract, and there’s more hazelnut flavor to be discovered alongside oak and red apple skin. It’s a medium-length finish that works well because it fades before that mature oak begins to dry out the back of your palate.
Bottom Line:
Wild Turkey is absolutely crushing it with affordable bourbon right now, as they have the classic 101-proof, a brand-new 8-year alternative to that classic, and this criminally underrated 10-year Russell’s Reserve Bourbon all floating around, or well under, the $40 mark. Simply put, it’s impossible to go wrong with well-priced Wild Turkey whiskey, but if you want to get the best feel for what the Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, powerhouse is doing right, look no further than Russell’s Reserve 10-Year Bourbon.
Welcome to SNX DLX, your weekly roundup of the best sneakers to hit the internet. It’s another week that feels tailor-made for Nike fans. Rare SB Dunks variants, an alternate universe take on the Jordan 3, a new take on the Jordan 1 Chicago, and an LA-inspired Game Royal Kobe Protro 6? It’s like Christmas in late spring if you’re a Swoosh-loyalist. That’s great news for Nike heads, and sad news for just about everyone else.
But despite the heavy outpouring from Nike, if we had to pick a single sneaker to call this week’s best, we have to give that honor to the New Balance 1300JP. The sneaker features premium Made in USA construction and a design that only emerges every five years. The hype is real for this sneaker, so expect to pick it up on the aftermarket if you want to cop a pair. Aside from Nike and NB, we’ve got a new Sporty & Rich Adidas Blanc, so if you’re repping the three stripes but have big feet, you’re completely out of luck. Hopefully next week brings some brand variety!
Let’s dive into the best sneakers to hit the internet this week, and where to find them.
Every five years, New Balance drops this Made in USA 80s-inspired runner, and it feels a bit ridiculous to call it when we’re only halfway through the year, but let’s be real, this is one of the best sneaker drops of the year.
It’s hard not to love this sneaker, it features a mesh upper with a leather collar lining, nubuck leather overlays, a full-length ENCAP midsole, and an eye-catching olive and blue-silver colorway. Without a doubt this sneaker is going to sell out instantly, so you’re probably better off picking it up on the aftermarket. At this price point, that’s a bitter pill to swallow, but we all must suffer for fashion.
The New Balance Made in USA 1300JP is out now for a retail price of $329.99. Pick up a pair at New Balance.
This sneaker expertly combines two things every hardcore Nike sneakerhead can get behind: the legendary Game Royal colorway and Kobe’s greatest sneaker silhouette, the 6 Protro. Dubbed the Kobe “Dodgers,” this sneaker serves as a sort of tribute to Los Angeles. It features a textural snakeskin upper, white accents, and a heel featuring the number “8” in University Red baseball stitching.
This poses the question — does the Kobe 6 Protro Game Royal take the crown from the Nike Cortez for most iconic LA shoe? That’s something we’ll let the other LA sneakerhead’s debate.
The Nike Kobe 6 Protro Game Royal is set to drop on May 30th at 7:00 AM PST for a retail price of $180. Pick up a pair via the Nike SNKRS app or aftermarket sites like GOAT and Flight Club.
The Rare Air concept is an interesting one. Basically, the Rare Air sneakers take all the mistakes and discarded elements from early Jordan samples, and infuses them into the final silhouette. Only Nike could make a series of sneakers out of discarded ideas; that’s the strength of their brand!
The Jordan 3 Rare Air features mirrored Nike Air heel branding, suede overlays in place of the usual elephant print, and a color combination that looks familiar, but is just slightly off. Does it look better than an actual Jordan 3? No, it looks a bit like a cheap knock-off, but in a weird way, that comes across as incredibly fresh. We love to see this sense of play from the Nike design team.
The Nike Air Jordan 3 Rare Air is set to drop on May 30th at 7:00 AM PST for a retail price of $210. Pick up a pair via the Nike SNKRS app or aftermarket sites like GOAT and Flight Club.
Time has not been kind to the SB Dunk Pro B Model. It first dropped over 25 years ago and was meant to feature even more performance upgrades aimed at skaters, including elastic straps, wider laces, and more padding. And for whatever reason, it is nearly forgotten in favor of the OG SB Dunk.
But Nike is trying to change that. This week, they are bringing back the Pro B with a new Pale Ivory colorway. The sneaker sports a nubuck upper, a white midsole, and a semi-translucent gum outsole. It looks great! Here is to hoping it catches on.
The Nike SB Dunk Low Pro B Pale Ivory is set to drop on May 31st at 7:00 AM PST for a retail price of $125. Pick up a pair via the Nike SNKRS app.
The Jordan 1 High OG Ruby serves as a victory lap for the sneaker. It’s a celebration of its own legacy, utilizing and playing off of the AJ 1’s most iconic colorway. In place of the usual red leather, the Ruby features a cracked, semi-metallic finish and is adorned with a blacked-out Wings logo.
Other than that, there are very few design differences between the Ruby and the OG Chicago — think of this sneaker as simply an elevated — and maybe slightly gimmicky — take on a classic. It’s not a AJ 1 Chicago, but it’s kind of the next best thing.
The Nike Women’s Air Jordan 1 High OG Ruby is set to drop on May 31st at 7:00 AM PST for a retail price of $180. Pick up a pair via the Nike SNKRS app or aftermarket sites like GOAT and Flight Club.
The Los Angeles-based lifestyle brand Sport & Rich have linked up with Adidas for a three-sneaker collection, but the best design hands down is the Blanc. The sneaker combines Cloud White and Court Green over a leather upper with textile elements and a classic shape.
It captures everything we love about Sporty & Rich (mainly, it’s elegant, minimal, and preppy aesthetic) with the sort of simple design that makes Adidas’ early sneaker silhouettes so timeless.
The Adidas Sporty & Rich Blanc is set to drop on May 30th at 7:00 AM PST for a retail price of $140. Pick up a pair via the Adidas CONFIRMED app.
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.
MobLand somehow hasn’t been renewed yet, but give it time. There’s virtually no way that Paramount will pass up the chance for more of Tom Hardy as a fixer when Hardy has expressed enthusiasm to continue portraying Harry Da Souza, and Helen Mirren digs embodying Maeve because “she absolutely doesn’t give a sh*t… It was like getting into a warm bath when you’re a bit cold, like, Oh, I love this.” The people love Helen in Lady Macbeth mode, too.
After last week’s jam-packed penultimate episode featured a “normal” Harrigan dinner and saw Maeve threaten to take somebody’s tongue and eyes among other maneuverings, and it’s unlikely that she’ll be pulling any punches for this season finale when it airs.
When Will Tom Hardy’s MobLand Season 1 Episode 10 Come Out?
June 1. The tenth episode, “The Beast In Me,” received a brief Paramount tease of a description: “Kevin solves a problem; Tattersall keeps his promise; Richie prepares for war.”
From there? The good news is that Hardy wants more MobLand even though (after a hefty action movie career and his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu pastime) he has hinted that his bod “all falling to bits now, and it’s not going to get better” due to the blows that he’s taken during his career. Maybe that’ll push him further toward Peaky-type roles, a development that would make nobody mad.
Speaking of slight anger, the very Irish Pierce Brosnan spoke with Radio Times to address the ire pointed toward his “full tilt” accent in this series. The difference between his own “soft” accent purposeful, and a dialect coach helped Brosnan get there. In other words, that accent is going nowhere if a second season happens [hint hint].
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