Doechii’s post-Alligator Bites Never Heal ascendance into rap stardom isn’t a new dynamic. But it’s been a while since we’ve seen a rap-star ascendance that’s not paired with controversial allegations, a zest for riling the public into social engagement, or dog whistling to incels. Her appeal is mostly based on …
Read More »Ian McKellen Urges LGBTQ Actors to Come Out: 'Being in the Closet Is Silly'
Ian McKellen wants his fellow actors to embrace their gender and sexual identity publicly. In an interview with The Times of London Sunday, the Lord of the Rings actor urged famous LGBTQ people hiding their identity to come out of the closet. “I have never met anybody who came out …
Read More »Menendez Brothers' Resentencing Bid Opposed by New Los Angeles DA
The Los Angeles County District Attorney issued a statement opposing the resentencing of convicted murderers Lyle and Erik Menendez. DA Nathan Hochman recommended that a motion for resentencing filed by his predecessor be withdrawn, citing the Menendez brothers’ continued refusal to take “complete responsibility” for murdering their parents and their …
Read More »Bomba Estéreo and Rawayana Are Taking Their Supergroup on Tour
Bomba Estéreo and Rawayana are taking their supergroup Astropical — and subsequently their self-titled debut collaborative album — on tour. The two groups will share the stage for 16 shows across North America beginning in May. The Astropical tour will kick off on May 24 in Montreal and extend through …
Read More »'Everybody's Live With John Mulaney' Premiere to Feature Joan Baez, Cypress Hill, More
John Mulaney is kicking off his 12-week stint as a late-night host on Netflix with guests Michael Keaton, Joan Baez, Fred Armisen, personal finance columnist Jessica Roy, and performers Cypress Hill. Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney debuts Wednesday, March 12 at 10 p.m. ET, with a new episode arriving each …
Read More »'Chaos: The Manson Murders' Explores Popular Conspiracy Theories — But Doesn't Go Deep Enough
“Frankly, I still don’t know what happened,” author Tom O’Neill says early on in Netflix’s new documentary Chaos: The Manson Murders. “But I know that what we were told didn’t happen.” It’s an auspicious start to the new film, directed by Errol Morris (The Thin Blue Line, The Unknown Known) …
Read More »Michelle Obama to Launch Video Podcast With Brother, Craig Robinson
Michelle Obama will co-host the video podcast IMO, with her brother and basketball executive Craig Robinson. Higher Ground, a production company founded by the Obamas, announced the podcast Monday. IMO, which stands for “in my opinion,” will feature special guests including Issa Rae, Keke Palmer, Seth Rogen, and Tracee Ellis …
Read More »K-Pop Star JISOO Takes Center Stage in Tommy Hilfiger's New Spring Collection
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. As she preps for an upcoming world tour, Blackpink’s lead vocalist, JISOO, is taking on another starring role, but this time, it’s with Tommy Hilfiger. The K-pop sensation, …
Read More »Cyndi Lauper Plots Final Leg of Farewell Tour
Cyndi Lauper has announced the final leg of her “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” farewell tour, which will kick off this summer. The 25-date trek will start July 15 at the Darien Lake Amphitheater in Buffalo, New York and wrap with a two-night stand at the Hollywood Bowl in Los …
Read More »Peso Pluma and Duki Cruise in Lowriders for Nigo's 'Alley Oop' Video
Peso Pluma is linking up with Duki once again thanks to Nigo. Over the weekend, the Bape founder released the video for his single “Alley Oop,” which hears the Mexican corridos star and Argentine rapper collaborating once again after joining Santa Fe Klan on “No Son Klle.” The AWGE-directed music …
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