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Ever dream of rocking out just like Kiss? Well, Gene Simmons and Gibson are making that dream a reality with the launch of their latest collaboration. The two teamed up again for a second iteration of a signature bass guitar approved by the Kiss co-founder.
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Whether you’re taking online guitar lessons or have mastered the art, you can jam out with your own Simmons-inspired bass guitar, which takes inspiration for the rock star’s heavily modified 1959 EB-0. Fans may recognize the style as it was based on the “Hard Luck Woman” singer’s 1970 model featuring a sleek all-black shade that’s also the first 30.5” scale bass from the Gibson Custom Shop.
Only 100 of these limited-edition instruments were made, which means you don’t want to debate too long over whether or not to add it to your Kiss merch collection.
If you have tickets to Kiss’ final tour, you most likely won’t be able to bring the guitar into the venue with you, but you can channel your inner Simmons on stage at a local bar or from the comfort of your home.
This isn’t the first time the two have teamed up. Previously, Simmons released a Thunderbird Bass with the iconic Kiss colorings — and it’s still in stock! Plus, if you’re looking for a more wallet-friendly style, it’s currently being offered at half the price of the new model. Click here to snag the deal and see the style up close.
Keep reading to shop the new Gibson Custom Gene Simmons EB-0 Bass below.
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Gibson Custom Gene Simmons EB-0 Bass $6,999
The star made a few modifications to the Gene Simmons EB-0 Bass model, such as reshaping the neck to a custom profile, replacing the pickup and moving it closer to the bridge, adding a custom pick guard, incorporating binding, and switching the original tuners to Grovers. The bridge is more versatile and can be replaced with a high-mass model a-body or as a top-loaded bridge. You’ll also receive a custom hardshell case.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best Grateful Dead posters, earplugs for concerts and celebrity headphones.
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Kid Cudi and Rap Sh!t creator Issa Rae are getting a cartoon makeover in the new series Young Love. HBO Max green lit the expansion of the Oscar-winning short Hair Love back in 2020, but is now officially coming to our screens on Max starting Thursday (Sept. 21).
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Now, you can delve deeper into the Chicago family’s lives as the new series will follow the millennial parents as they deal with the everyday challenges of life such as parenting, finances, career and striving to achieve their dreams. It also spotlights what comes after overcoming a major sickness — if you’ve seen the short film you’ll know that Rae’s character had cancer, which will be one of the major themes seen throughout the season.
The show was created by Oscar-winner Matthew A. Cherry with other cast members including Brooke Monroe Conaway, Harry Lennix, Loretta Devine and Tamar Braxton.
Hair Love‘s initial success not only earned it an animated series, but the short film was adapted into a picture book as well, which comes in an Audible edition with narration by Blue Ivy Carter.
Keep reading to learn the streaming options to watch.
How to Watch Young Love
The first four episodes are available to watch starting Thursday (Sept. 21) with four new episodes planning to drop every Thursday for a total of 12 episodes.
Amazon is offering a 7-day free trial through Prime Video when you add Max to your channel subscription, which means you can watch the show for free. If you have a Prime membership, then Prime Video is free through your subscription.
Once your free trial is over, you’ll be charged the $15.99/month subscription price for Max through Amazon. Click the link below to launch your free trial for Max on Prime Video.
Max on Prime Video
$15.99/month after 7 days free
What is Max? The new streaming platform combines HBO Max, Discovery+, TLC, HGTV and more content to create one mega-library of programming to binge at your convenience. Plans start at $9.99/month ($99.99/year) for the ad-supported subscription, $14.99/month for ad-free streaming and $19.99/month for the Ultimate ad-free plan.
Not sure if you have Max? If you have an HBO Max subscription you can switch it over to the new Max platform at no additional cost. Just login to your HBO Max account and follow the instructions.
Programs you can look forward to watching include And Just Like That, Full Circle, The Righteous Gemstones, Hardknocks, Warrior, The Idol, Reality, Clone High, What am I Eating, Smartless on the Road, Warrior, Bama Rush, John Early: Now More Than Ever, The Price of Glee, Love to Love You, Donna Summer, Burden of Proof, House of Hammer, 1000-lb Sisters, Forensic Files II, House Hunters, The Last of Us, Barry, Succession, Euphoria, Hacks and The White Lotus. You’ll also find movies like Avatar: The Way of Water, Shazam: Fury of the Gods, Ready Player One, Magic Mike’s Last Dance and The Flash.
Other Ways to Watch Young Love
There are addition ways to score an affordable Max subscription through promos and free-trials offered at Hulu and Prime Video. For a free subscription, try platforms like DirecTV Stream, AT&T or Verizon.
DirecTV is taking $10 off its plans for the first three months of your subscription, saving you a total of $30 for a limited time. They also offer Max for free for the first three months with select packages and included free with its Choice ($89.99), Ultimate ($99.99) and Óptimo Más ($64.99) packages. DirecTV Stream’s Premiere Package ($144.99) includes Max, Showtime, Starz and Cinemax.
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If you want to access Max outside of the U.S., ExpressVPN and NordVPN let you access various streamers around the globe. You can also purchase single episodes of Young Love on Prime Video.
Check below to watch the trailer for Young Love.
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Britney Spears is coming to a big screen near you. Trafalgar Releasing, Sony Music Entertainment and RCA Records announced on Thursday (Sept. 21) that Spears’ 2002 coming-of-age film Crossroads will return to screens around the world on Oct. 23 and Oct. 25 in support of the pop star’s upcoming tell-all memoir, The Woman in Me (Oct. 24).
The dramedy written by Shonda Rhimes (Scandal, Grey’s Anatomy) and directed by Tamra Davis (CB4, 13) will be back with bonus features never before seen in theaters — including a sing-along to two of Spears’ songs from the film. In the midst of the ongoing Hollywood strike by actors and writers that has stunted the roll-out and promotion of films, TV and streaming shows, the Spears re-release will flood 875 screens in 24 countries just two weeks after Taylor Swift’s anticipated Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour live concert film hits thousands of theaters across North America.
Crossroads – based on a story idea from Spears — also co-stars stars Zoe Saldaña, Taryn Manning, Kim Cattrall and Dan Aykroyd in a tale of three estranged childhood friends (Spears, Manning, Saldaña) who reunite on the night of their high school graduation to dig up their “wish box” and set off on an adventure-filled, cross-country road trip that rekindles their friendship.
“I recently rewatched Crossroads and was so enthralled with the time capsule of nostalgia that this incredible ensemble cast brings to the screen,” director Davis said in a statement. “Britney is absolutely breathtaking to watch, and Shonda is showing us her early expertise in writing complicated female characters.
The movie was former Mickey Mouse Club star Spears’ first feature film role and it initially rolled into theaters when Spears was at the peak of her pop powers, following on the heels of her 2001 Britney album, which spawned the hits “I’m a Slave 4 U” and “I’m Not a Girl, Not Yet a Woman.” Though critics dismissed the film while praising Spears’ performance, the $12 million film was considered a success at the time thanks to $61.1 million in box office receipts; tickets for the Crossroads re-release will go on sale on Sept. 28.
The Hollywood Reporter also said that in addition to a new line of merch featuring shirts, sweats, jackets and pieces inspired by the film’s wardrobe, RCA Records will release a Crossroads: Special Edition of the soundtrack, with three new Spears remixes: “Overprotected” (Richi Lopez Remix), “I’m Not a Girl, Not Yet a Woman” (Snakehips Remix) and “I Love Rock ‘N Roll” (Frank Walker Remix).
Watch the Crossroads trailer below.
When Kim Petras sang that “she’s so problématique” on one of her latest songs, X — the social media platform formerly known as Twitter — took it literally. In a post to her Instagram Stories on Wednesday (Sept. 20), the pop singer revealed that she had been locked out of her X account for sharing […]
Taylor Swift can fill stadiums, is about to flood the zone in movie theaters and, we found out this week, she can also seriously get out the vote. Just days after Swift urged Swifties to register to vote on National Voter Registration Day in an Instagram Story, shocker, they listened and signed up to do […]
Showbiz has dished up some memorable odd couples.
David Bowie teaming up with Bing Crosby for a Christmas classic wasn’t on anyone’s bingo card. No one saw Metallica and Lou Reed coming, together. Nick Cave and Kylie Minogue melted minds with a one-off murder ballad in the mid-90s.
Add to the list a “country meets contortion” entry, thanks to Reba McEntire’s performance with Sofie Dossi for the America’s Got Talent results show.
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On Wednesday night (Sept. 20), McEntire and her band rocked their way through “Can’t Even Get The Blues,” with Dossi, a contestant back in season 11, who performed precision acrobatic moves and hair-raising stunts on stage, above it and on the judges table.
The collaboration was a reunion of sorts. It was McEntire, who, as an AGT judge back in 2016, gave Dossi her Golden Buzzer. Dossi, aged just 14 at the time, finished in the top 10 during that run, then returned for America’s Got Talent: The Champions, where she was eliminated in the preliminaries. Now aged 22, Dossi has over 9 million subscribers on YouTube, and a music career of her own (2022’s “Bunny” has more than 7 million plays on YT).
McEntire is buckling in for another long-stint on reality TV. The country icon is joining season 24 of NBC’s The Voice as its new coach. Starting from next Monday (Sept. 25), she’ll be seated next to John Legend, Gwen Stefani and Niall Horan.
McEntire and Dossi didn’t provide the only entertainment of the evening on AGT. Two acts were voted into next week’s finals — the vocal ensemble 82nd Airbone Division Chorus and acrobats the Ramadhani Brothers, while a last-minute instant save provided a lifeline for dance troupe Avantgardey.
They head into next Wednesday’s final, where they compete with vocal group Mzansi Youth Choir, singers Lavender Darcangelo and Putri Ariani, dance groups Chibi Unity and Murmuration, magician Anna Deguzman, comedian Ahren Belisle, and canine specialists Adrian Stoica & Hurricane.
Watch Reba McEntire’s performance with Sofie Dossi below.
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Steve Martin is showing off his musical chops in a brand new performance of “Which of the Pickwick Triplets Did It?,” which was written specifically for the popular Hulu series Only Murders in the Building by songwriters Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and […]
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Taylor Swift has officially deemed it fall in the trendiest way, and in what is arguably one of her best Swift outfits. On Monday, the Midnights singer met up with Barbie movie director Greta Gerwig as well as actresses Laura Dern and Zoë Kravitz for a dinner that boasted stardom and style.
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Swift opted to wear a chic-yet-cozy houndstooth coat from Vince that’s also available on Amazon — and is still in stock! How did she style the look? She paired the staple piece with black knee-high Christian Louboutin boots and a black dress.
The “Cruel Summer” singer has been spotted in New York City debuting the most stylish outfits showing her ability to not only dominate the Billboard Hot 100, but our closets as well. This latest look is no exception and already has us pinning it to our Pinterest fall fashion mood boards.
It’s currently priced at a splurge-worthy $845, but if you’re balling on a budget don’t worry we found some wallet-friendly alternatives.
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Vince Houndstooth Long Classic Coat
$845
The Swift-approved long coat comes in an elegant houndstooth print that’s made from a recycled wool and polyester material for added warmth without sacrificing trendiness. The front comes with two on-seam hip pockets and should be dry cleaned only for the best care, according to the brand.
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Wool-Blend Dad Coat
$220
Abercrombie wasn’t messing around with its Dad Coat as it features a more relaxed fit you can dress up or down. It’s made with a wool-blend material to help keep you warm as the temps cool down and features a back vent for added comfort.
Amazon
Chouyatou Plaid Wool Blend Long Trench Coat
$65.99
Looking for something under $100? Amazon has a long trench coat that comes with a timeless plaid pattern and button front closure you can customize to your needs. If you’re a Prime member you can take advantage of Amazon’s one-day shipping, which gets you the coat faster without having to wait the standard seven day shipping timeline.
Not already a member? Take advantage of Amazon’s 30-day free trial and enjoy free one-day shipping as well as Prime Try Before You Buy, which allows you to try on eligible clothing for up to seven days before having to buy them.
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Levi’s Relaxed Blazer Coat, Multi Houndstooth
$200.00
Levi’s is proving they’re not just stellar jean makers, but also know how to make luxurious outerwear too. Their Relaxed Blazer Coat comes with a more oversized fit designed with two front pockets decorated with flaps and a chic collar.
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The Carlton Coat in Houndstooth
$318
If you’re willing to splurge a little bit on a new coat, Madewell’s houndstooth version brings the timeless pattern in a green and black shade you can pair with jeans and a turtleneck or a comfy sweater dress. It’s completed with two front open pockets and notched lapels for added style.
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Tanming Long Plaid Wool Blend Peacoat
$49.99
This long peacoat isn’t just under $50, but features a classic plaid pattern made from a soft wool blend material you won’t want to take off.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best parkas and puffers, affordable varsity jackets and denim dresses.
We’re still more than a year out from the 2024 U.S. presidential election, but one particularly unlikely name seems to have The View co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin’s vote. During a heated Wednesday morning (Sept. 20) roundtable discussion about the imminent government shutdown, Griffin controversially claimed that Taylor Swift is doing more for the economy than […]