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Miami’s Mutiny Hotel served as the epicenter of the 305’s party scene running the late ’70s and early ’80s. MGM+ is looking to party like it’s 1980 and recreate the vibrant energy surrounding that era in Vice City with the Hotel Cocaine series. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts […]
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Sergio Pérez is one of the most popular racers on the F1 circuit as part of the Red Bull racing team, but it was the Mexican driver’s style that captured the attention of Formula One fans last weekend. As he arrived for qualifying during the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal, Perez was spotted in a pair of APL Nostalgia ’87 sneakers.
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Though APL is best known for its performance footwear (think running shoes and training shoes), the new sneakers are part of the brand’s sport-inspired lifestyle footwear. APL is also the official footwear partner for Red Bull Oracle Racing.
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Fans of Pérez can buy the exact pair of APL sneakers he sported, but sizes are selling out fast which means you won’t want to wait too long before adding the pair to your cart. Keep reading to shop the casual sneakers below.
Men’s Nostalgia ’87 Sneakers
The APL sneakers come with a $430 price tag, but it’s instantly clear why, as the design comes with a handcrafted upper made from full-grain leather for a more designer touch. Inside, the shoe offers the popular APL Souffle Sockliner to swaddle your feet in total comfort. You can also choose from a selection of four neutral colorways including an all-ivory version, white and black, white and dark green and Pérez’s selection, mentioned above. It’s a more minimalist sneaker and one that instantly elevates the APL brand — and your personal style as well.
The shoes are available in men’s and women’s sizing. Since the sneakers also come in a neutral two-tone coloring, it’ll be easy to pair with your F1-inspired outfits as well as everyday looks including jeans and T-shirts.
And, if you want to keep expanding your Formula 1 merch with unique pieces you can proudly sport on and off the racetrack, brands including Abercrombie & Fitch and Hollister have created exclusive collections featuring vintage-inspired graphic T-shirts and hoodies that’ll help complete your retro aesthetic.
Next up in Formula 1 races is Spain’s GP, which will see Pérez start with a three-grid penalty after he drove his car in unsafe conditions during the Canadian GP, according to ESPN. While Pérez may be entering the next stage of races with a penalty under his belt, if F1 Montrela proved anything it’s that he’ll most likely show up in style.
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In 146 days, Americans will head to the polls to decide the next president and cast their votes for countless other national and local races and initiatives. Now, several music nonprofits are looking to make the industry’s presence felt on Nov. 5 via the launch of a new voter engagement coalition, Music Votes. Composed of […]
Sometimes it takes seeing yourself represented to feel like you can be honest about your own sexuality. But the question remains: Which celebrity helped you realize you were queer?
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At the GLAAD Media Awards back in March, Billboard News asked stars on the red carpet — including JoJo Siwa, Dylan Mulvaney, Billie Joe Armstrong and more — which musical artists provided them with their “queer awakening.”
For Siwa, the answer was immediate: “Lady Gaga and Miley Cyrus,” she said without hesitation. “And currently G Flip. I love them so very much.”
Mulvaney, meanwhile, said she’s felt affirmed in her gender identity by pop stars Britney Spears and Chappell Roan. “The way that I danced to Britney Spears’ music was very suggestive of my queerness,” she said. “Now, I feel like the person I’m so inspired by is Chappell Roan. It’s so queer, it’s so exciting, and it feels like she’s the next it girl.”
Green Day frontman Armstrong went for a deep cut, pointing to punk group Pansy Division as inspirations. “[They were] pioneers when it came to just straight, queer punk rock,” he says. “It was amazing.”
When asked for his take, Let’s Make a Deal host Wayne Brady couldn’t pick between two of his favorite artists. “Janelle Monáe, who was a trendsetter in my mind, because when she came out, it was like ‘Woman!’” he said. “And Prince — I dare anybody to say that you are more of a ‘man’ than Prince. Prince, in six-inch heels, would do a split, get back up, play the piano and the drums, steal your girlfriend, get on his private jet, make a record, go on tour and beat your a– in basketball.”
Check out the video above to see more answers from Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Frankie Grande and more.
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The two-part docuseries How Music Got Free officially premieres on Tuesday (June 11), exclusively on Paramount+, in the U.S and Canada. The series provides an in-depth and behind-the-scenes look on how technology rapidly transformed the music industry in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
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Starting Wednesday (June 12), viewers in the U.K., Australia, Latin America, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Italy can also enjoy the series.
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The series was produced by Eminem & LeBron James and directed by Alexandra Stapleton, also known for her work on the HBO docuseries God Save Texas, and for her documentary on baseball icon Reggie Jackson, Reggie.
Keep reading to learn how to watch the new docuseries below.
How to Watch How Music Got Free Online for Free
The docuseries is classified as a Paramount+ Original, indicating that it’s available solely through the platform’s streaming service. If you’re already a subscriber to Paramount+, you can watch the docuseries at no extra charge.
Not subscribed? Paramount+ is currently offering a 7-day free trial when you sign up for either of its plans: Paramount+ Essential and Paramount+ with Showtime, which means you can watch How Music Got Free for free. For those seeking budget-friendly options, the most cost-effective option would be Paramount+ with Showtime. This subscription not only grants access to Paramount+’s extensive library of shows and movies but also allows streaming of Showtime’s entire catalog for just $11.99 per month after the free trial period ends.
Paramount+ Essential is also a simple alternative. After the free trial, it’s only $5.99 per month and gives you access to over 40,000 episodes and movies, along with CBS News, NFL on CBS, and the UEFA Champions League.
Shows and movies you can look forward to watching are Behind The Music, As We Speak: Rap Music On Trial, Let the Canary Sing, The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean’s American Pie, Bob Marley: One Love, and more. With Showtime, you can stream original shows and movies such as Yellowjackets, The 12th Victim, Dexter, Dexter: New Blood, George & Tammy, Homeland, Ziwe, Penny Dreadful, Buried and more.
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Pack up the moving truck, Fisher-Price is heading to Schitt’s Creek. The toy brand released its latest Little People Collector set, featuring the Rose Family from the hit series Schitt’s Creek on Tuesday (June 11).
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The Fisher-Price Little People Collector Schitt’s Creek set retails for $24.99 and features miniature collectibles of Johnny, Moira, Alexis and David, as they settle in and make Schitt’s Creek their new home. Each figurine features tiny details that capture each character’s personality and style, including Johnny’s bushy eyebrows and “perfectly coiffed” salt-and-pepper mane.
Moira’s figurine is wearing her legendary garbage bag dress, accessorized with a designer bag and stacked jewelry. Alexis sports her signature sloppy hat and sundress while David is wearing one of his many designer sweaters, complete with dark sunglasses and a bevy of rings.
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The dramatic sitcom — starring Dan and Eugene Levy, along with Catherine O’Hara and Annie Murphy — follows a formerly wealthy family who hightails it to Schitt’s Creek after losing everything. The hit series, created by the Levy father-and-son duo, ran from 2015 until 2020 and earned a whopping nine Emmys for its final season.
For fans missing the show — or for anyone who wants to dive into the series — all six seasons of Schitt’s Creek are currently streaming on streaming platforms such as Hulu and Prime Video.
Fisher Price has released several other collector sets depicting pop culture figures, TV shows, movies and more, including The Golden Girls, Ted Lasso, Harry Potter, Outlander, Stranger Things, Friends, I Love Lucy, Star Trek, Lord of the Rings and Seinfeld.
Purchase the Schitt’s Creek Little People Collector set below.
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Will Smith and Martin Lawrence have reunited for the latest installment in their popular action-comedy franchise Bad Boys. The new movie, Bad Boys: Ride or Die premiered in theaters on Friday (June 7) and you can still find tickets to see the movie on the big screen. Already, the new Bad Boys movie has smashed box office expectations, with a weekend opening of $104.6 million worldwide.
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Before you head to the movie theater to watch Bad Boys: Ride or Die, viewers new to the series or longtime fans can watch all the previous Bad Boys movies online for free to make sure you’re up to speed.
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Keep reading to learn the streaming options available.
How to Watch the Bad Boys Movies Online Free
Bad Boys: Ride or Die is the fourth movie in the action-thriller franchise and if you want to watch the previous three movies, you can watch every Bad Boys movie (not currently in theaters) on Hulu. If you already have a Hulu subscription, you can stream Bad Boys, Bad Boys II and Bad Boys for Life for free when you log into your account.
Don’t have a Hulu subscription? New users can score a 30-day free trial when you sign up for the streaming platform, which means you can watch every Bad Boys movie for free on TV, on your phone, tablet or computer.
Once your free trial is over, you’ll be charged based on the plan you choose at checkout. Hulu has two packages to choose from: the ad-supported package that’s also the cheapest option at $7.99 a month or $79 a year. If you’d prefer no ads, you can subscribe to the premium plan for $17.99 a month. Both packages give you access to the entire Hulu library, the ability to watch content on up to two devices at once and the option to make up to six profiles. If you go ad-free you’ll also be able to download content to watch offline.
In addition to streaming the Bad Boys movies online, you can stream Hulu originals like Clipped, Only Murders in the Building, The Bear, The Handmaid’s Tale, Feud: Capote vs. The Swans and Claim to Fame.
For live TV options, you can subscribe to Hulu + Live TV, which is offering a rare deal that gets you a 3-day free trial for new users who sign up. Along with getting more than 95 live channels, you’ll also get access to the entire Hulu library, including the Bad Boys franchise.
Want even more savings? You can bundle Hulu with Disney+ and ESPN+ to receive access to even more exclusive and original content starting at just $14.99 a month.
How to Watch Bad Boys Movies at Home
Fans can also pick up Blu-ray versions of the Bad Boys movies including the three-movie collection for only $23. You’ll receive all three Bad Boys movies to watch the film series in order from home. If you’re willing to wait a bit, Walmart is also letting you preorder the Blu-ray four-movie collection, which includes every Bad Boys movie including Bad Boys: Ride or Die.
“Bad Boys” / “Bad Boys for Life” / “Bad Boys II” Set [Blu-ray]
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This Blu-ray/DVD set includes the first, second and third movies in the Bad Boys saga all in one convenient case. You’ll also receive digital codes for every movie to download and take with you as well as access to special features and bonus content that’ll give you a more in-depth look at the making of the movies.
Prime Video also has the option to buy the digital versions of Bad Boys, Bad Boys II and Bad Boys for Life at just $8 or you can rent the films for $4. A Prime membership isn’t required to rent or buy the movies on-demand — just make the purchase and it’ll automatically be downloaded to your video library. Rentals will be available for 30 days after purchase and 48 hours once you start streaming each film.
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Walmart is letting fans preorder the Bad Boys Ultimate Collection Blu-ray set, which includes all four movies as well as the digital version of each film. Preordering the collection will ensure you can get your hands on it the moment the movie set comes out.
How to Watch Bad Boys: Ride or Die Online
If you’re antsy to stream Bad Boys: Ride or Die at home, Prime Video has opened preorders for the video-on-demand version for just $25. You don’t need a Prime membership in order to order the fourth Bad Boys movie, just make the purchase and once the movie is available, it’ll automatically be downloaded to your Prime Video library to watch and stream at your leisure.
Both Smith and Lawrence return as smart aleck Miami cops Mike Lowrey (Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Lawrence) in the new film, as they work to clear their late captain’s name when it comes out that he was connected with a drug cartel. Unfortunately, that means the two are on the run now and must work together to bring the truth to light.
Vanessa Hudgens and DJ Khaled both make appearances in the new installment of the movie series in addition to Tiffany Haddish, Alexander Ludwig, Paola Núñez, Eric Dane, Ioan Gruffudd, Jacob Scipio, Melanie Liburd, Tasha Smith and Rhea Seehorn.
Check below to watch the official trailer for Bad Boys: Ride or Die below.
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Celebrate Pride Month in style by adding this Lululemon Align Pride Dress to your cart. Whether you’re an ally or part of the LGBTQ+ community, you’ll be able to show your support and embrace the vibrant colors and inclusive spirit with this one-of-a-kind piece.
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This Lululemon Pride Dress is perfect for working out, yoga, dancing, running errands or simply enjoying a day out with friends. Its versatile design makes it a great option for any activity. This colorful dress is currently available in sizes 0 to 6. According to the brand, its Nulu fabric feels “buttery soft” and “weightless.”
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For those who are looking for a solid color option, this Lululemon Align Dress is also available in blue, cherry, green, and so many other one-color alternatives. Hurry, add this TikTok favorite to your wardrobe.
Both the Align Pride Dress and the solid color alternative feature the same design — including shorts with side drop-in pockets, an open-back waistband, and a built-in shelf bra for support. According to the brand, the shorts are not attached to the dress, making bathroom trips much easier, as you won’t have to pull down the entire outfit.
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The brand describes this dress as breathable, sweat-wicking and stretchy.
If you are still on the fence about adding this active dress to your wardrobe, check out the reviews. A Lululemon customer says, “Amazing fit and the shorts are amazing and love the idea of not having to take the whole thing off, you just pull them down.” Another says, “Fits great! Will most likely be getting more colors!”
Go get yours in all your favorite colors and enhance your active dress collection in just minutes.
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Black musicians have played a pivotal role in shaping the eclectic Boston music scene over the years, leaving an undeniable mark on the city’s cultural landscape. From jazz to funk, hip-hop to soul, and everywhere in between, their contributions have been instrumental in defining the sound and spirit of Boston’s music scene.
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One of the most significant chapters in Boston’s musical history was the emergence of jazz in the early 20th century, where black musicians were at the forefront. Wally’s Café Jazz Club in the South End became synonymous with jazz movement for music lovers in Boston.
The iconic venue quickly became a platform where both local artists and touring musicians could showcase their skills. Legendary jazz musicians like Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday, and Charlie Parker graced Boston stages throughout the 1900s.
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As decades passed, the influence of black musicians in Boston expanded beyond jazz. During the ‘60s and ‘70s, the city witnessed the rise of funk, disco, and soul.
Donned the “Queen of Disco” early in her career, Boston native Donna Summer established herself as one of the most impactful musicians from the area. During the 1970’s alone, she topped the Billboard Club Cchart eleven times after releasing classic tracks like “Hot Stuff,” “Love to Love You Baby,” and “MacArthur Park.”
Bell Biv DeVoe is an R&B ensemble from Boston, Massachusetts. As individual members of New Edition launched their own careers, Bell Biv Devoe decided to continue as a trio. They released their debut album Poison in 1990 which debuted on the Billboard Hot 200 Album Chart. That same summer, the single “Poison” peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Recently, hip-hop has emerged as a dominant force in Boston’s music scene, with black artists at the forefront of the movement. Acts like Guru, Cousin Stizz, and Van Buren Records have worked tirelessly over the last 20 years to establish a regional sound in the city.
Boston bred rapper Cousin Stizz made his mainstream debut after the release of his mixtape Suffolk County, earning over 12 million streams on SoundCloud alone. His first-ever Billboard chart appearance came from the 2017 single “Cousin Stizz.”
The rise of black hip-hop artists serves as a voice for the underrepresented black & brown communities in Boston. Many Hip-Hop artists in Boston have been using their voices as a catalyst for social change, inspiring a new generation of artists to push boundaries and challenge the status quo.
The influence of black musicians on the Boston music scene cannot be overstated. Their creativity, innovation, and resilience have enriched the city’s cultural fabric, shaping its identity as a hub of musical excellence and diversity. As Boston continues to evolve, the legacy of these artists will continue to be celebrated, inspiring future generations to keep the pride of Boston’s music scene alive.