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Today, January 16, is FKA Twigs’ birthday. To celebrate, she went ahead and announced a tour in support of her upcoming project, Eusexua.

Announcing the tour on social media, Twigs writes, “as my own birthday gift to you i present the fourth offering, the EUSEXUA tour. ten dates stretching limbs and embracing one another the way we’re born to do. […] have you experienced eusexua? you will.”

A ticket pre-sale starts January 21 at 10 a.m. local time, followed by a general on-sale beginning January 24 at 10 a.m. local time. UK fans can get access to the pre-sale by pre-ordering a copy of Eusexua from Twigs’ online store. US and European fans can sign up for the pre-sale. More information can be found on Twigs’ website.

Twigs previously said of the album, “I moved to Prague a couple summers ago, fell in love with techno, the album isn’t techno but the spirit is there fr. […] It’s deep but not sad. I’m not sad anymore.”

Check out the tour dates below.

FKA Twigs’ 2025 Tour Dates: Eusexua 2025 Tour

03/08 — Prague, Czech Republic @ Forum Karlin
03/11 — Berlin, Germany @ Uber Eats Music Hall
03/13 — Paris, France @ Zenith
03/15 — Brussels, Belgium @ Les Halles De Schaerbeek
03/18 — Manchester, UK @ Aviva Studios
03/21 — London, UK @ Magazine
03/26 — Chicago, IL @ Salt Shed
03/30 — Toronto, ON @ History
04/03 — New York, NY @ Knockdown
04/19 — San Francisco, CA @ Bill Graham Civic Center

Eusexua is out 1/25 via Young Recordings. Find more information here.

So far, Sphere has leaned towards booking rock acts: U2, Dead & Company, Phish, etc. But beginning in May, Kenny Chesney will become the first country artist to headline the Las Vegas venue.

“When we started talking about all of the possibilities playing Sphere offered, I was all in,” Chesney said in a statement. “Just the idea of 4D technology and the impossibly dialed in sound raises the experience for No Shoes Nation, literally immersing them in music, visuals, sound and being together. To me, this is going to be a whole new way of rocking the fans, and I can’t wait.”

He continued, “When we started talking, I flew to Vegas with my key tour team. We stood on the floor as they ran the film of U2’s show and we were completely consumed. We could see the band, but it was so much more than that. It almost took what they were doing and multiplied it by another dimension. Knowing how much intensity our shows generate, my mind started thinking about all the things we could do. Once you see how the show wraps all the way around you, the dreaming begins.”

Tickets for the residency go on sale on Friday, January 31, at 10 a.m. PT. You can find more information here, and the full dates below.

Kenny Chesney’s Live At Sphere Las Vegas Residency Dates

05/22 — Las Vegas, NV @ Sphere
05/24 — Las Vegas, NV @ Sphere
05/25 — Las Vegas, NV @ Sphere
05/28 — Las Vegas, NV @ Sphere
05/30 — Las Vegas, NV @ Sphere
05/31 — Las Vegas, NV @ Sphere
06/04 — Las Vegas, NV @ Sphere
06/06 — Las Vegas, NV @ Sphere
06/07 — Las Vegas, NV @ Sphere
06/11 — Las Vegas, NV @ Sphere
06/13 — Las Vegas, NV @ Sphere
06/14 — Las Vegas, NV @ Sphere

The good news is that Zach Bryan has two new projects on the way. The potentially bad news is that the future after them is currently unclear.

In an audio-only Instagram post shared by Bryan yesterday (January 15), Matthew McConaughey does a 30-second voiceover in which he teases a new film from Bryan, along with his “final major-label album.” He says:

“This is not a film about a band. This is a film about a boy from Oklahoma, a boy who joined the Navy with a love of writing. That writing connected with people — a lot of people. This film is about a group of best friends taking a two-week motorcycle ride across America while recording one final major-label album. Oh, and the title of the film, you ask? Motorbreath.”

This comes after Bryan has expressed some discontent with some of his recent experiences with fame. On Instagram earlier this month, he wrote, “All you f*ckn weird couch warriors attacking and belittling my friends on the internet because you’re assuming I have a girlfriend are weird as hell and should be studied for science. Everyone wonders why I quit touring and don’t want to be attached to music anymore. meanwhile you’re calling my friends ugly and harassing them?”

He also wrote, “Everyone wants you to have fun and make great music but you guys are making it really hard to do that with my friends getting insulted and death threats everyday. Everyday I lose a little more faith in humanity and everyday I get closer to never being in the public’s eye again which is incredibly sad because I truly do really love humans and being happy and joking around and laughing a lot.”

Ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs’ playoff game against the Houston Texans on Saturday, Travis Kelce gave an update on his relationship with Taylor Swift.

“I’m enjoying all aspects of life, that’s for damn sure, man,” he said on the January 15 episode of The Stephen A. Smith Show. “Me and Taylor are happy and I couldn’t be happier to have that confidence and that comfort off the field and all the support I could ever ask for in the stadium.”

After the Charmander-loving Smith admitted that he never listened to Swift before attending The Eras Tour (“I said, ‘this better be worth it!’ And I gotta confess, it was so damn good I went back twice”), he asked Kelce about whether Swift has inspired him as a football player.

“I think personally, that’s the beauty of being in a very strong relationship, is that you get that support to be able to come in and focus on your craft,” he replied. “Focus on being the best version of you. That’s why I wanted to be at the concerts supporting her, being there for her and making sure she feels comfortable and supported in everything she’s doing in life.”

You can watch Kelce’s appearance on The Stephen A. Smith Show here.

As the damage caused by the Los Angeles wildfires continues to mount, stars from the music world are doing what they can to help. For example, Snoop Dogg turned his clothing store into a temporary donation center, and Beyoncé’s BeyGood foundation donated $2.5 million. Now, it’s Will.i.am’s turn.

The multi-hyphenate Black Eyed Peas leader — alongside D-Nice, DJ Hed, Etienne Maurice, and special guests — are set to appear on “LA Check In,” a livestream benefit event broadcasting from Will.i.am’s FYI Studios. The event is presented by the Annenberg Foundation in partnership with the i.am Angel Foundation. It streams on YouTube, Instagram, and Twitch starting today (January 16) at 6 p.m. PT.

The event is modeled after D-Nice’s COVID-era hit Club Quarantine, per a press release, and it will “combine uplifting sets curated by D-Nice and DJ Hed with updates on vital resources for victims along with stories of hope — offering community, entertainment and value to those affected and those looking for ways to assist.” Aside from the aforementioned, “several celebrity guests and hometown heroes are scheduled to appear.”

Will.i.am says in a statement:

“Families and students across the city urgently need our support as many lives have been disrupted, including losing everything in the fires. Teaming up with fellow musicians and the Annenberg Foundation for fire relief is what the community needs right now to connect us and activate those who wish to donate and volunteer. I know the great work the Annenberg Foundation does first-hand as a beneficiary and am thankful for their support of my i.am Angel Foundation which provides STEM education and robotics programs for more than 14,000 Los Angeles-area disadvantaged youth.”

Will.i.am is a partner and investor in Uproxx Studios.

Despite the fact that the team went into Wednesday night’s game against the New Orleans Pelicans without the services of Kyrie Irving or Luka Doncic, the Dallas Mavericks came awfully close to picking up a road win. In fact, with about five seconds left, it looked like the Mavs were going to steal one, as PJ Washington forced a Jordan Hawkins turnover with the team down by one point.

Dallas took off in the other direction, and Naji Marshall found Spencer Dinwiddie for a layup that looked like a sure thing. And then, Trey Murphy came flying in, blocked his effort, and got fouled as the hometown crowd lost its collective mind. There was just one problem: Replay clearly showed that Dinwiddie’s layup hit the backboard before Murphy blocked it, which constitutes a goaltend.

The problem for the Mavs was that, because there was no call and the ref blew their whistle after the change in possession, there was nothing that could be done, so Murphy went on to ice the game from the free throw line. Unsurprisingly, this rubbed Mark Cuban the wrong way, so he took to Bluesky to express his frustration.

“All the ref had to do was call a goaltend and they could review it,” Cuban said in a post. “Incompetence at it’s finest.”

Experience beachside bliss, local culture, ice-cold cocktails and brand-new luxury suites at W Punta de Mita. The Hotels We Love editorial covers only the best properties; the ones worth your coveted vacation days, and this hotel hits that sweet spot on many levels.

Complete with newly renovated beachfront suites, ceviche served out of the back of an old Chevy truck, local LIVE music on the beach, and my husband by my side, I’m not sure I could have scripted a better quick Mexico getaway.

There’s something refreshing and nostalgic about sitting on the beach with no shoes listening to The Cranberries’ “Zombie” followed quickly by Britney Spears’ “Baby One More Time” by a local singer with an unworldly voice while sipping wine with your loved one. The simplicity of drinking Malbec after a delicious Surf & Turf dinner watching other guests dance like no one’s watching is the exact reason vacations were invented.

WHY IT’S AWESOME:

The only thing better than being welcomed into a W Hotel with their branded scent (IYKYK) is being welcomed with a perfectly strong handcrafted Mezcal cocktail with local ingredients and the sound of crashing waves nearby.

On brand for a W Hotel, W Punta de Mita is just as edgy as their other properties, but it’s the local flair and homage to culture that immerses you into Mexico’s rich local history. Not only the most notable and epic photo spot but also incredibly culturally driven is where you’ll find the vibrant Camino Huichol walkway inspired by the area’s natives with 751,184 individual tiles extending from the lobby down to the beach. The hotel takes great pride in the meaning behind the tiles, which represent the local tribe and seen on the staff’s uniform shirt as well as a drink named in its honor, “751,184” (made with orange, pineapple, maracuya, lime, and a blue simple sugar) in The Living Room.

So many things elevate this W Hotel like their brand-new Wow Suites with rooftop pools (more on that below), but it’s the lengths in which the property honors the stories and culture of natives throughout every culinary dish, artwork, activities, and more that is truly impressive.

If you’re really looking to get after it, you’re in luck. The resort has Tierra de Agave, its very own Jose Cuervo Reserva de La Familia speakeasy, hidden within its international restaurant Venazu Thursday-Saturday you can usually fine a live DJ who plays at the Living Room Bar. Again, dance like no one’s watching, because that’s how it’s done on vacation.

When it comes to the pool scene, two things stuck out: the main pool was open 24/hours a day which is a rarity in Mexico and there is a separate adult pool area for those of us traveling without kids.

The upscale hotel offered plenty for friends and lovers alike. We even met a couple from Chicago who joined us for an authentic Mexican dinner at Venazú. When’s the last time you met complete strangers and invited them for a sit-down dinner (especially when it’s not an all-inclusive resort?). What began as complete strangers at the adult pool with similar vacation styles has since turned into forever friendships (via Instagram, of course).

IN-HOUSE FOOD + DRINK:

When I tell you the best ceviche I’ve ever put in my mouth came out of the back of a vintage 1950 Chevy truck, believe me. While not as good for obvious reasons, try making your own at the resorts ceviche-making. During this 45-minute lesson, you’ll learn local techniques like letting the fish cook in the lime juice as well as preferred tequila and Mezcal pairings and even see who in your group made the best ceviche. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t me.

Be sure to check in with the concierge on the resort’s daily programming, like the Surf & Turf dinner on Tuesday nights, cocktail-making classes, and other activities like live music and more. You can’t go wrong with a pre-dinner Carajillo in The Living Room, which is also where I finally tried a Tequila Espresso Martini. In case you’re wondering, I may never go back to the vodka version again.

Also worth noting is that W Punta de Mita has 40 signature cocktails, including a cocktail inside a watermelon versus the all-too-popular coconut beach cocktail. Can’t say that I’ve tried them all, but we came close. And it gives us another excuse to revisit the hotel again in a few months. Talk about leveling up here for cocktails and their six onsite dining venues.

AMENITIES:

• • Air conditioning
• • Bath amenities
• • Bathrobes and slippers
• • Bathroom with shower
• • Daily maid service
• • Direct dial telephone
• • Hair dryer
• • Safe deposit box
• • Turn down service
• • WiFi
• • Coffee machine
• • Mini bar (items at additional cost)
• • Bug spray
• • Music speaker
• • Private pool (all of the oceanfront suites have private plunge pools!)
• • Outdoor lounge area
• • TV
• • Reading lights

ROOM TYPES:

New this year are the Wow Suites, which is where we stayed, but the resort boasts 16 unique room types. The Wow Suites are impeccably designed, making me crave an at-home reno upon returning home. Inside the suite, enjoy a plunge pool, a fire pit that staff will set up for you, and side-by-side indoor and outdoor showers and tub, and more. Just the aesthetic of the outdoor shower and tub alone was what Pinterest dreams are made of.

If we went back, I’d stay in one of the suites where the plunge pool was on the same level as your room. The 360-degree rooftop views were exquisite, but with the sun shining on your private pool all day, it was almost too hot to enjoy without much shade in sight. Worth noting, each of the private pools had an immense amount of privacy, which is a huge plus when we travel.

THE BEST THING TO DO WITHIN A 15 MINUTE WALK:

If you want a walk and want something free, go for a walk on the beach. Sometimes the little joys of vacation are as simple as that. Grab a cocktail from one of the hotel bars before venturing out.

THE BEST THING TO EAT/DRINK WITHIN A $20 CAB RIDE:

Thirty minutes away is the quaint surf town and fishing village of Sayulita. There is so much to see and do here, but you can’t go wrong with a La Passion cocktail at Escondido Bar, made with locally grown passion fruit, tequila and of course garnished with Tajin. The same quaint town of Sayulita turns into an upbeat nightlife experience with tons of incredible bars and great drinks where you can dance the night away.

BED GAME:

Either our beds were super comfortable, or all the Tequila Espresso Martinis hit me a little harder than I’d like to admit, but nonetheless, good sleep was had.

Bed game aside, the automatic curtains that allowed us to kick off our day from bed with the sun and ocean greeting our fresh faces were the real winners here. Another thing I’ve added to my home reno list.

Rating: 9/10

SEXINESS RATING:

There’s something about a W Hotel that exudes sexiness, and W Punta de Mita does not disappoint. A day at the 4,000-square-foot AWAY Spa surrounded by the jungle is about as sexy as this place gets and the couple’s massage is just a bonus.

The private plunge pools in the Wow Suite also allow for topless tanning – if that’s your thing.

Rating: 9/10

THE VIEWS & PICS SPOT:

The details and cultural touches alone make practically every corner of this beach resort picture-worthy. Rather than taking my word or scouring my travel-lust Instagram for the best spots, up your selfie game and take advantage of their brand-new Instagram Concierge program.

Here’s how the genius program works: guests email a link to their Instagram profile to the concierge before or during their stay to receive an infographic map marked with the most Instagram-able spots on the property. Based on your interests and aesthetic, the Instagram Concierge recommends several spots on the map you should snap pics. The experience ends with a cocktail at the resort’s Living Room bar — you just need to show the infographic map to redeem it.

A free cocktail for taking a bikini pic? Say less.

Rating: 9/10

BEST SEASON TO VISIT:

Like most Mexico beach resorts, I typically try to avoid the dead of summer from June – August as temperatures are toasty. I also prefer to avoid holiday travel simply from a crowd and cost perspective, and my personal favorite time to visit Punta de Mita is December – February.

IF I HAD TO COMPLAIN ABOUT ONE THING:

Don’t @ me, but the beaches aren’t nearly as dazzling and spectacular as other Mexico beaches from a pure picturesque standpoint. Though I prefer the backdrops of Cabo beaches, the beaches here are much more swimmable, which adds to the allure of being a family-friendly destination and being able to take full advantage of a beach vacation.

BOOK HERE:

Book direct here. Be sure to add your Marriott Bonvoy number for perks like free breakfast during your stay.

Marvel Studios is attempting to return to blockbusters status this year with two tentpoles, Thunderbolts* (in May) and Captain America: Brave New World (in February). This follows a period where the MCU has taken a breather from cranking out several movies and TV shows each year after audiences appeared to be burned out on superhero tales. That’s a far cry from 2019, when Chris Evans told the Avengers to assemble against Thanos, but it’s now Anthony Mackie’s turn to formally take the shield after the U.S. government finally made the right decision in The Falcon And The Winter Soldier finale. How long can you expect to be in theaters for Captain America: Brave New World?

The good news (for those who do not enjoy sitting in theaters for three hours including trailers) is that this appears to be the shortest Cap movie yet. Via Comicbook, Discussing Film reports that Brave New World arrives with a 1 hour, 58 minute runtime.

In comparison, Captain America ran 2 hours, 4 minutes; Captain America: The Winter Soldier carried on for 2 hours, 16 minutes; and Captain America: Civil War told its story in 2 hours, 28 minutes.

Brave New World will co-star Harrison Ford as Thaddeus Ross/Red Hulk, but there has been no indication that Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier will pop in for a visit. In other words, Cap might be flying solo, and the trailer also omitted any mention of the Power Broker, who was a pivotal reveal at the end of Sam Wilson and Bucky’s Disney+ show. Oh well. From the synopsis:

After meeting with newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, played by Harrison Ford in his Marvel Cinematic Universe debut, Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident. He must discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red.

Captain America: Brave New World hits theaters on Feb. 14.

Earlier today, Drake filed a defamation lawsuit against his label, Universal Music Group, a day after withdrawing his previous information request. In the lawsuit, he claims that UMG hyped up Kendrick Lamar’s diss song “Not Like Us,” in order to devalue his own music and gain leverage in future contract negotiations. Among other claims on the song, “Not Like Us” is notable for its “certified pedophile” and “A minor” lyrics, which appear to accuse Drake of sexual misconduct.

In response, UMG has issued a statement calling Drake’s claims “illogical” and reframing the suit as an attempt to prevent Kendrick from performing “Not Like Us” and profiting from the two rappers’ feud. “Not only are these claims untrue, but the notion that we would seek to harm the reputation of any artist — let alone Drake — is illogical,” it reads. “We have invested massively in his music and our employees around the world have worked tirelessly for many years to help him achieve historic commercial and personal financial success.”

The statement continues, “Throughout his career, Drake has intentionally and successfully used UMG to distribute his music and poetry to engage in conventionally outrageous back-and-forth ‘rap battles’ to express his feelings about other artists. He now seeks to weaponize the legal process to silence an artist’s creative expression and to seek damages from UMG for distributing that artist’s music. We have not and do not engage in defamation — against any individual. At the same time, we will vigorously defend this litigation to protect our people and our reputation, as well as any artist who might directly or indirectly become a frivolous litigation target for having done nothing more than write a song.”

Drake initially hinted at planning legal action back in November, when he filed pre-action documents demanding the court order UMG to turn over any docs that could prove it had illegally promoted Kendrick’s song. To its part, UMG has maintained that everything was aboveboard, asserting that Drake’s legal arguments are nothing more than a case of sour grapes.

The Phoenix Suns have been one of the weirdest teams in the NBA this season. While they have a dynamite 1-2 punch in Kevin Durant and Devin Booker, the decision to bring in Bradley Beal last year just has not worked out at all. They’re all-in, expensive, not especially deep, and face quite the uphill battle in the Western Conference to even make the playoffs, as they sit at 19-20 and in 11th place midway through January.

Unless Phoenix decides to try again by moving at least one of Booker or Durant for a haul, they’re in the unfortunate spot where they can only continue to go further all-in. And on Wednesday, the team made a move to reinforce that, as it decided to send Josh Okogie and second-round picks to the Charlotte Hornets for Nick Richards, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Additionally, the Suns are slated to get a second-round pick back from Charlotte, per Gerald Bourguet of PHNX Sports.

Phoenix may not have a bigger need on their roster than the center position — rolling with the duo of Jusuf Nurkic and Mason Plumlee has just not worked — and Richards should be able to impact the game on both ends of the floor. As Bourguet noted, he also has the added bonus of being under contract beyond this season at a great number, as he’s owed $5 million in 2025-26.

On the year, Richards is averaging 8.9 points and 7.5 rebounds in 21 minutes per game while shooting 56.1 percent from the field.