Clarence “Frogman” Henry, the New Orleans musician whose signature croak helped him score a memorable Fifties novelty hit, “Ain’t Got No Home,” died Sunday, April 7. He was 87. Henry’s family confirmed his death to New Orleans’ CBS affiliate 4WWL. No exact cause of death was given, though according to …
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John Mulaney returns to Netflix with a six-episode special John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s In L.A., the streamer announced Monday. The Mulaney-hosted and executive produced show will stream live during Netflix Is a Joke Fest, the comedy event featuring A-list comics in Los Angeles. Within the six installments, Mulaney will explore …
Read More »World Central Kitchen Had Brushes With Israeli Forces Before Massacre
Last week’s killing of seven World Central Kitchen aid workers by Israeli air strikes is by no means the first time staffers for the humanitarian group have had a brush with Israeli Defense Forces in Gaza. According to a report from NBC News, on at least two occasions preceding the …
Read More »Einstürzende Neubauten Explode a World and Build it Back Again on 'Rampen'
Nothing about Einstürzende Neubauten‘s “Everything Will Be Fine” suggests anything could be fine. The track, from their new album, Rampen: APM (Alien Pop Music), begins with creaking, like the warning sounds of a structure about to break. It could be the “collapsing new buildings” of the band’s name. And when …
Read More »Rise of the 'Influencer' Employee
The term “influencer” likely brings to mind glitzy social media pages with beautiful people seemingly living beautiful lives. Perhaps the term makes you think of wacky videos you see over your kids’ shoulders that make no sense but apparently somehow make their creators rich. Unfortunately, the subject of this article …
Read More »MAGA 'Prophets': The Eclipse Is a Warning to Repent — and Follow Trump
The total eclipse crossing the United States on Monday is more than a celestial marvel. According to MAGA-minded “prophets” with dubious gifts of divination, the eclipse is a signal of God’s design for America, and another marker that former President Donald Trump is heaven’s “anointed” candidate. Julie Green is a …
Read More »Anitta Plots First Official North American Tour in Support of 'Funk Generation'
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Brazilian superstar Anitta has announced a world tour in support of her upcoming album Funk Generation, which will include her first proper tour of North America. The North …
Read More »From Rolling Stone to Shopping Carts: The Unexplored Intersection of Music and eCommerce
We’re living in a brave new world. It’s a world where Rolling Stone and Shopify might as well be sitting next to each other at the bar, sharing a drink. Now, I know what you’re thinking. “Music and eCommerce? It’s like oil and water!” But in my years steering the …
Read More »'The People's Joker' Is Here, Queer, and the Only Viable Path Forward for Superhero Movies
We were supposed to get our first trans Joker 35 years ago. In 1989, DC Comics published Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth, a narrative exploration of Batman’s psychological problems, as well as those of his foes. Its scribe was an up-and-coming Scot by the name of Grant …
Read More »How to Watch UConn vs. Purdue Men's March Madness Championship Online
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. At a Glance: The best way to watch UConn vs. Purdue tonight is with a free trial to DirecTV Stream, or with a subscription to Max + B/R …
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