Culture
Page: 349
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.
The first leg of Taylor Swift’s U.S. tour may be coming to a close (for now), but that doesn’t mean you can’t keep the Swift party going from home. Whether you snagged last-minute tickets to the Eras Tour or not, you can indulge in some of the Midnight singer’s favorite books to hold you over until she comes back to a city near you.
Explore
Explore
See latest videos, charts and news
See latest videos, charts and news
Thanks to the free database, Ultimate Book List, you can browse thousands of book recommendations from famous artists and public figures — including Swift’s! If you’ve ever been curious about what pieces of work have influenced the “Cardigan” singer and her songwriting, now you can browse the exact published works and connect with her on a deeper level.
If you’re ready to update your summer reading list with a new paperback, audiobook or hardcover, check out her 13 picks below before August slips away “into a moment in time.”
Keep reading to shop the books below.
Amazon
“Conversations with Friends: A Novel” by Sally Rooney
$10.92 $17.00 36% OFF
In this novel, Frances and Bobbi share a close yet complicated relationship that only gets messier once they meet and forge an unexpected connection with a married couple.
Amazon
“The Great Gatsby: The Original 1925 Edition” by F. Scott Fitzgerald
$5.97
Delve into this literature classic featuring the wealthy Gatsby who tries to win back the love of his life Daisy, after striking wealth and throwing glamorous parities during the roaring ’20s.
Amazon
“The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green
$11.69 $14.99 22% OFF
Consider this book a modern Romeo and Juliet as Hazel and Augustus, two teens in a cancer patient support group, begin a whirlwind romance that will completely rewrite their outlook on life.
Walmart
“To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee
$10.98
This coming-of-age story spotlights the prejudice of the South through the eyes of a young girl and her lawyer father, who takes on the case of clearing a Black man’s name from a false criminal accusation.
Walmart
“Trophy Newbery: Charlotte’s Web” by E. B. White
$6.39
Considered a classic, this children’s book features Wilbur, a piglet who becomes famous with the help of the spider Charlotte and his talking animal friends.
Amazon
“Normal People” by Sally Rooney
$8.89 $17.00 48% OFF
The book follows Marianne Sheridan and Connell Waldron as they’re about to head off to college. The two share an undeniable connection, but the pressures of life, miscommunication and anxieties keep getting in the way.
Walmart
“Rebecca” by Daphne du Maurier
$6.99 $9.33 25% off% OFF
This 1938 Gothic novel follows an unnamed protagonist who is swept away in a whirlwind romance by a wealthy widow. What she doesn’t expect is that her new husband’s home is haunted by his late first wife, Rebecca.
Walmart
“Committed” by Elizabeth Gilbert
$18.85
Written by the author of Eat, Pray, Love (another Swift fave), this book delves into the topic of marriage as Gilbert and her partner, Felipe, a Brazilian-born man of Australian citizenship, both swear off marriage. After her Felipe is unexpectedly detained at the U.S. border, the two are faced with the decision: get married or Felipe will never be able to enter the country again.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best female musician memoirs, music books and musician cookbooks.
As we move toward the end of summer, there’s still time for you to find your song of the summer from your favorite queer artists. Billboard Pride is proud to present the latest edition of Queer Jams of the Week, our roundup of some of the best new music releases from LGBTQ artists.
Explore
See latest videos, charts and news
See latest videos, charts and news
From Kali Uchis’ team-up with El Alfa and JT to Demi Lovato’s collaboration with LE SSERAFIM, check out just a few of our favorite releases from this week below:
Kali Uchis feat. El Alfa & JT, “Muñekita”
[embedded content]
Get ready for your new sexy summer anthem. Kali Uchis invited Dominican dembow superstar El Alfa and City Girls member JT for her flirty new single “Muñekita,” where the trio strut their way down a delicious Latin beat, spitting Spanish bars about how truly fabulous they all are. On her own, Uchis could have made an excellent Spanish-language anthem — but with Alfa and JT in tow, it’s a party you’ll never want to leave.
LE SSERAFIM feat. Demi Lovato, “Eve, Psyche & the Bluebeard’s Wife”
[embedded content]
How should a K-pop act like LE SSERAFIM capitalize on a viral banger like “Eve, Psyche & the Bluebeard’s Wife?” Their answer is to invite pop-rock icon Demi Lovato onboard for a verse. The bones of what made “Eve” such a great song remain fully intact — from the house-inspired production to the delicious vocals from each member. But with the addition of Lovato, jumping back into her dark-pop era for a bossed-up verse, “Eve” ascends to even greater heights.
Towa Bird, “This Isn’t Me”
[embedded content]
Just three singles into her career with Interscope, Towa Bird is already proving to be one of the most exciting new artists on the scene. “This Isn’t Me” only adds to her already prestigious discography with a tender but gritty indie rock anthem about finding yourself stuck in a social quagmire where you simply do not belong. Fuzzy guitars, chunky drums and an expertly restrained vocal all make “This Isn’t Me” a perfectly-crafted ode to social anxiety.
Teddy Geiger, “Never Enough”
[embedded content]
With her latest single “Never Enough,” Teddy Geiger just can’t stop thinking about consumption. Over a delirious and often hypnotic melody, the singer-songwriter examines our insatiable craving for more and more of just about everything. “Once you have a little bit of something, it’s never quite enough; when the show has been binged, you want more of it,” she told Billboard of the new song. “You’re always left feeling like there’s something lacking, unless you can come to peace with the feeling itself.”
Durand Bernarr, “Kiss from a Rose” (Seal Cover)
We didn’t know that we needed to hear one of the most uniquely talented voices in music covering a ’90s soul staple — yet here we are! Durand Bernarr took on Seal’s iconic “Kiss from a Rose,” opting to keep what works about the soft-rock-meets-soul anthem, and letting his unbelievable voice do the work. Throughout this marvelous cover, Bernarr proves again why he is perfectly situated to become the next big star in R&B — all you have to do is press play to find out why.
Check out all of our picks on Billboard’s Queer Jams of the Weeks playlist below:
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.
Jake Paul and Nate Diaz will face off in a boxing match at the American Airlines Center in Dallas on Saturday (Aug. 5). Diaz, a UFC fighter, will make his professional boxing debut in the match against Paul.
Explore
Explore
See latest videos, charts and news
See latest videos, charts and news
Want to catch the fight in person? Tickets are available for as low as $55, although most are available for around $80 on sites like StubHub, Ticketmaster and Vivid Seats.
Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz Tickets
$80
If you’d rather watch from home, read of details on when and where to stream the fight online.
Where Can You Watch the Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz Fight?
There are a few different ways to watch the Paul vs. Diaz fight. For starters, the main card will take place on Saturday at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT on Dazn for $59.99. Fight coverage will begin at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT.
You can watch the fight on your TV, laptop, smart phone and other compatible streaming devices via the Dazn app or online at DAZN.com.
Nate Diaz vs. Jake Paul on DAZN
$59.99
What is Dazn? The subscription service offers crossover boxing, women’s soccer and more including PPV fights like Paul vs. Diaz. For non-subscribers, the fight will cost $59.99 on DAZN, plus a discounted membership rate of 99 cents (reg. $19.99). The membership, which gives you access to over 50 fights a year, will renew at $19.99 after the first month. Dazn requires a 30-day notice to cancel your membership.
Where else will the fight be available? The Paul vs. Diaz fight will broadcast live on ESPN+ PPV. The main card starts at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT (preliminaries are scheduled for 6:15 p.m. ET/3:15 PT). If you’re an ESPN+ subscriber, you can order the fight for $59.99.
Not subscribed? ESPN+ subscriptions start at $9.99/month to stream all your favorite sports including boxing, baseball, basketball, football, soccer, UFC and more.
Nate Daiz vs. Jake Paul on ESPN+
$59.99
The Paul vs. Diaz fight will also be available on PPV.com for $59.99. No membership required.
Who else is on the fight card? Besides Paul and Diaz, the fight card includes Amanda Serrano vs. Heather Hardy, Shadasia Green vs. Olivia Curry, Ashton Sylve vs. William Silva, Chris Avila vs. Jeremy Stephens, Olivia Curry vs. Shadasia Green, Alan Sanchez vs. Angel Beltran Villa and Luciano Ramos vs. CJ Hamilton.
Season two of Rap Sh!t has been delayed by three months due to the ongoing WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Originally slated for an Aug. 10 premiere date, the first two episodes of Rap Sh!t‘s season two will now debut on Max on Nov. 9, followed by new weekly episodes leading up to the season finale […]
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.
A$AP Rocky has adventured outside of rap by starring in the first ever campaign for Mercer + Prince whiskey. This marks the rapper’s first step in venturing into the world of musician-owned alcohol brands as the founder and owner of the alcohol brand.
Explore
Explore
See latest videos, charts and news
See latest videos, charts and news
The whiskey was originally introduced in 2022, but is now growing with the introduction of the campaign, “Carefully Crafted,” which looks to showcase the “D.M.B” rapper’s style, taste and inspiration with each bottle. Throughout the campaign video, you get a peek inside the process of sculpting the spirit into a finely made whiskey to be enjoyed with friends.
To celebrate it’s one-year anniversary, Rocky took to Instagram Thursday (Aug. 3) to commemorate the moment with a video of the campaign alongside stills of the whiskey.
It was a desire to mix culture and art paired with Rocky’s fascination and appreciation with distillery that lead him to start create his own whiskey, according to the brand’s website. Since then, the whiskey brand has since expanded where you can snag a bottle including to online retailers ReserveBar, Total Wine and Drizly.
This isn’t the first campaign the star has been in either as the rapper can also be seen showing off the latest Beats Studio Pros.
Want to test the whiskey out for yourself? Keep reading to shop the rapper’s whiskey.
ReserveBar
Mercer + Prince by A$AP Rocky – Blended Canadian Whisky $29.99
Each sip of the Mercer + Prince whiskey comes from a twice distilled and aged for at least four years recipe, which all takes place in American white oak (ex-bourbon) barrels. The Canadian whiskey has influences from Japanese Mizunara Oak to help achieve a smooth texture paired with a rich taste.
The bottle is also one to put on display as it features a statue-like structure and two rock glasses that’ll make pouring a drink for you and your friend simple and quick.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best musician-owned wines, tequila brands and the best porthole drink infuser.
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.
The wait is officially over! The final installment of the action-packed trilogy Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, dropped on streaming platforms Wednesday (Aug. 2), which you can finally rewatch the film from the comfort of your couch.
Explore
Explore
See latest videos, charts and news
See latest videos, charts and news
Join Star-Lord (Chris Pratt), Rocket (Bradley Cooper), Drax (Dave Bautista), Groot (Vin Diesel), Nebula (Karen Gillan), Mantis (Pom Klementieff) and Gamora (Zoe Saldana) on their final adventure as they look to protect the universe yet again and one of their own from an enemy of the past. If they fail, it could mean the end of Guardians forever.
The film brings back director James Gunn who made the previous Guardians of the Galaxy films as well as other cast members such as Sean Gunn, Will Poulter, Nico Santos, Sylvester Stallone, Nathan Fillion and Elizabeth Debicki.
Keep reading to learn how to stream the movie.
How to Watch Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Since the movie is a part of the Marvel universe, you can stream and the entire trilogy through Disney+. Already subscribed to Disney+? You can watch the movie for free through your membership. If you don’t have a subscription, you’ll need one in order to view the film.
While Disney+ doesn’t currently have a free trial, the streaming service offers a budget-friendly plan starting at $7.99/month for its ad-supported plan or $10.99/month for its Premium plan.
Disney+
$From $7.99/month
With your membership, you’ll be able to watch Disney original shows and movies as well as programs from National Geographic and the Marvel universe. Like bundles? You can save more money bundling Hulu and ESPN+, which will expand your library of offerings for as low as $9.99/month.
Programs you can look forward to streaming include American Born Chinese, Lady & the Tramp, Peter Pan & Wendy, Muppets Mayhem, Ed Sheeran: The Sum of It All, J-Hope in the Box, SUGA Road to D-Day, The Prouder Family: Louder & Prouder, WandaVision, The Mandalorian, Loki, The Book of Boba Fett, The Beatles Get Back, The Simpsons, Welcome to Earth and Called to the Wild.
Another money saver: join Disney+ through Verizon. Right now, Verizon customers can get the Disney+ Bundle for $10/month with Verizon’s MyPlan, which can help save up to $4.99/month. The best part? You can toggle off perks each month and only pay for what you use.
Looking for more ways to stream the movie? You can also watch the film through Prime Video with options to rent or buy the movie. You can take advantage of Amazon’s 30 day free Prime membership trial, which will give you access to Prime Video for free. You don’t need a Prime membership to do watch the movie though — just head to Prime Video and purchase it through the site, app or page.
Check below to watch the trailer for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
[embedded content]
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.
Oppenheimer is already crushing it in the box office, but that’s not the only successful film that director Christopher Nolan has put out. The filmmaker has made some edge-of-your-seat, thought provoking movies throughout the years such as The Dark Knight, Interstellar, Dunkirk, Inception and Tenet to name a few.
Explore
Explore
See latest videos, charts and news
See latest videos, charts and news
Some movie critics and lovers may argue that he is one of the best film directors of our time and he has a lineup of work to support the case. For those have seen his latest release or have tickets to go while the movie’s still in theaters, you may be curious about his past work — or want to revisit your favorites. Thanks to the various streaming options within a button push away, you can easily sit down and binge-watch Nolan’s past work.
Collectors can also take advantage of the various DVD box sets available including a Blue-Ray edition and 4K movie collection.
While you wait for Oppenheimer to hit streaming services and DVD, fill that time binge-watching Nolan’s previous movies through the options we found below.
Keep reading to learn how to watch Nolan’s movies online.
How to Watch Christopher Nolan Movies
There are a few ways to watch Nolan’s movie online for free, but the easiest way would be through Prime Video. For those who have a Prime membership or Prime Video subscription, you’ll be able to watch most of the director’s movies for no additional cost. This includes Following, Memento, Batman Begins, The Prestige, The Dark Knight, Inception, The Dark Knight Rises, Intersellar, Dunkirk and Tenet.
Not a Prime member? You can take advantage of Amazon’s 30-day free trial, which will give you an entire month to watch Nolan’s movies for free. After the trial ends, you’ll be charged $14.99/month or $139 annually, but qualifying students and EBT/Medicaid recipients can join for half off the regular price.
Prime Video
$14.99/month after 30 days free
Besides having access to Prime Video, a membership will provide you with Prime Video’s vast library or original movies, TV shows including Citadel, Daisy Jones & The Six, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Swarm, The Power, Harlem, Invincible, The Boys, Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, Fleabag, The Summer I Turned Pretty, The Wheel of Time and The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.
Want live channels too? DirecTV Stream offers some of Nolan’s movies available to stream as well as hundreds of live TV channels to browse through. You can take advantage of the streamer’s promo, which gives you $10 off all its packages for three months. Plus, you’ll also receive your first five days free! Plans start as low as $64.99/month (regularly $74.99/month) and come with DVR storage, 75+ channels and the ability to stream on as many devices as you want.
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.
88rising’s signature Head in the Clouds festival is back for a fifth year — and this time you won’t need to snag a travel deal to see the performances. Amazon Music is partnering with the festival, which means you’ll be able to livestream Head in the Clouds 2023 from the comfort of your couch.
Explore
Explore
See latest videos, charts and news
See latest videos, charts and news
This year, the music festival is taking place Saturday (Aug. 5) and Sunday (Aug. 6) at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. For those who weren’t able to score passes this time around, you can still catch the Head in the Clouds 2023 lineup with performances from artists including DPR Live, DPR Ian, Jackson Wang, NIKI, Rich Brian, Rina Sawayama, XG, YOASOBI and special guest ZEDD.
Starting on Aug. 3, you can watch the festival online and live through Prime Video. Day one and two of the festival will begin the livestream at 3 p.m. PT/ 6 p.m. ET — so make sure to check out the set times to plan out your viewing experience.
Keep reading to learn how to watch Head in the Clouds 2023 online.
How to Watch Head in the Clouds 2023
Since the music festival has partnered with Amazon Music, you can stream the live performances through Prime Video. If you have a Prime membership, you’ll be able to watch the music festival online for no additional cost. You can find it under Head in the Clouds Day 1 or you can find it under the Live Channels section on Prime Video.
Not a Prime member? When you sign up for Amazon Prime you’ll receive a 30 day free trial, which means you can livestream both festival days for free. Outside of the music festival, you’ll have access to other content in the massive library of films, movies and TV shows. Prime Video has a large selection of original series and movies available to stream free of charge for members. Once the free trial ends, your Amazon Prime membership will cost $14.99/month (or $139/year).
Head in the Clouds 2023 on Prime Video
$Watch with 30-day free trial
The large collection of Prime Originals includes Citadel, Daisy Jones & The Six, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Swarm, The Powder, Harlem, Invincible, The Boys, Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, Fleabag, The Summer I Turned Pretty, The Wheel of Time, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, The Legend of Vox Machina and more.
Besides Prime Video access, Prime members get access to Prime Music, Prime Gaming and Prime Reading in addition to free same-day, one-day or two-day delivery on millions of items, exclusive deals, groceries, savings on prescriptions and more. Amazon also provides 50% Prime memberships for qualifying students and EBT/Medicaid recipients.
Want more ways to stream Head in the Clouds 2023 for free? Amazon Music and Rolling Loud’s official Twitch channels will be also be live streaming both days of the festival.
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Vans and Mac Miller’s estate teamed up to release a limited-edition sneaker marking the five-year anniversary of the late rapper’s Swimming […]
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.
NewJeans doesn’t just deliver smooth R&B pop tunes, the girl group is also making a case for their impressive fashion taste. From pleated skirts to platform boots, it’s clear the “Super Shy” singers know how to put together a trendy ‘fit.
Explore
Explore
See latest videos, charts and news
See latest videos, charts and news
Whether you need outfit inspiration to plan the perfect look for when you see them live at Lollapalooza 2023 or just want to infuse your favorite member’s style into your own, there are some easy ways to incorporate their aesthetic into your wardrobe.
NewJeans really leans into the Y2K trend, which includes everything from denim maxi skirts, camouflage, denim-on-denim and more. To help you get started on incorporating pieces inspired by the K-pop group’s style, we gathered a few pieces below that will have you channeling the inner Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin and/or Hyein in you.
Keep reading to shop NewJeans outfit inspiration.
Urban Outfitters
Possession Scorpion Baby Tee
$35
Fans of Hanni can snag the exact baby tee the singer has been seen wearing. If features a wallet-friendly under $50 price tag and has a fitted style with a scorpion graphic in the center of the words “Perfect Possession.”
Madewell
Denim Mid-Rise Maxi Skirt in Pineland Wash
$98
Madewell has entered the chat with a long denim skirt your outfit will be begging to have added to it. It comes with a stylish center slit and a mid-rise fit that’ll aim to sit right on your hips.
Amazon
Dr. Martens 1460 Pascal Max Combat Boots
$179.22 $200.00 10% OFF
Each member of NewJeans has been seen sporting some variation of Doc Martens and this combat boot style is no exception. It comes with a smooth leather material while boasting an edgy punk look you can pair with everything from skirt and dresses to baggy pants and jeans.
Nordstrom
Topshop Pleated Faux Leather Miniskirt
$29.40 $56 48% off% OFF
Pleated skirts like this Topshop style are another favorite look for the K-pop group to sport on the red carpet. This look is designed with a faux leather material and is available in a deep green shade you can dress up or down.
Amazon
Monanoat Sexy Butterfly Shape Sequin Crop Top
$24.99
Just one look at this sparkly top will have you getting butterflies. The material is patterned with sequins and is available in numerous shades including light pink, multi-color, white and more. The backless design will also make staying cool on hot summer days a little easier.
Abercrombie
2000s Utility Pant
$104 $130 20% off% OFF
If you’re not a fan of jeans, consider opting for a pair of utility pants — and make sure they’re camouflage if you want to channel your inner NewJeans star. As an added bonus, the pants come with many pockets for storying your phone, wallet, keys and travel lip gloss.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best Billie Eilish-inspired outfits, jelly shoes and belly chains.