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Luke Bryan wishes people would give Katy Perry a break. In a Fox News interview, the country star weighed in on some of the criticism his fellow judge got this season on American Idol and why he doesn’t think it’s fair. “Katy gets picked on for going out and trying to have fun making a […]
Drums appear across all cultures, a beat has been with us since each of us was in the womb. So why wait to get your hands on a pair of drumsticks?
That’s the idea behind the Atlanta Drum Academy, a youth percussion ensemble which made a real noise when they auditioned Tuesday night (June 13) for America’s Got Talent.
The Academy’s director James Riles, III, started it so little kids could get stuck in early and not wait for middle school to join the band.
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His group is a “safe space for all drummers, no matter their age, that want to learn to play the drums.”
One of those kids is eight-year-old band leader Chioma, a cheery lad from Georgia, with the self-belief that many of us older folks are sorely missing.
When asked backstage why choose AGT, he had the answer. “I had a dream that I was on America’s Got Talent, winning the golden buzzer, and now I’m just right here. I love this show.” The young lad is so determined, he even made a vision board with his mom. “I believe I can win.”
Chioma was so enthusiastic, he addressed the AGT judging panel without the use of his microphone. Small error, immediately corrected.
Leading the way with his marching drum, Chioma and the Atlanta Drum Academy beat their way into the hearts of the audience, and the judging panel, all of whom stood to their feet.
“It was fun, it was energetic, you guys are adorable,” enthused Howie Mandel. “I think everybody in this room loved you, I love you.”
“I love that you do something with your extra time outside of school instead of being on your computers,” remarked Heidi Klum. “You’re putting this amazing act together. I love that.”
“I haven’t seen anything like this before on this stage,” said Sofia Vergara. “I think you have a very big chance to win this competition because everyone is going to go crazy.”
“Well,” said Simon Cowell, “I didn’t like it,” a comment that earned a chorus of boos from the audience. “I absolutely loved it. Seriously what’s not to like. It’s so much fun and they’re so talented. This is one of my favorite, favorite auditions this year.”
Before the judges could tally their votes, host Terry Crews stepped in and took action. Golden Buzzer action. Some dreams do come true.
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There are voices, and there’s Roland Abante’s voice.
The fisherman from the Philippines has netted a special gift, which he shared on Tuesday night’s (June 13) edition of America’s Got Talent.
Speaking through an interpreter, Abante explained that he caught fish in the morning, and was a courier and ride-share driver through the rest of the working day. The extent of his stage activity back home is singing karaoke.
Despite the enormous step up that is the AGT stage, Abante backed himself and impressed the heck out of everyone in the room. And judging by the booming number of clicks for performance video on YouTube, he’s making fans everywhere.
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When asked why he chose to compete in this 18th season of AGT, the tears flowed. “This is my big dream, to be here,” he said.
Abante can continue to dream.
Despite an impromptu, on-stage hug from Heidi Klum, and a lengthy pause, Abante held his nerve and let it shine with a full-throated performance of “When a Man Loves a Woman,” written by Calvin Lewis and Andrew Wright and originally recorded by Percy Sledge back in 1966.
Abante has got the blues, and a voice, that earned a standing ovation from all four judges. “I don’t think you could have done it better,” enthused Heidi Klum. “Mic drop. You left it all on the stage, you were amazing, you should be very proud of yourself.”
Sofia Vergara reckons a career change is coming. “I have a feeling you’ll going to have to stop fishing because this is where you need to be.”
After giving two thumbs up, Simon Cowell had a confession. “You were so nervous I genuinely thought for one moment you weren’t going to be able to do this. And then, that happened. And it made me love this audition even more. I really like you. That was a great audition. Really brilliant.”
Cowell copied Klum by giving the contestant a hug. “Everybody heard a life-changing moment,” Howie Mandel said of the performance.
And with that, the judging panel gave four yeses.
Watch below.
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Father’s Day is this Sunday (June 18), but there’s still time to find a great gift.
Dads can be tough to shop for, and if you don’t know what to get him, Billboard‘s got you covered. We’ve compiled a list of some music-themed, last-minute Father’s Day gifts on Amazon, Best Buy and other retailers that offer fast delivery and in-store pick up. From speakers to whiskey to socks, Dad is sure to love these gifts. But it’s not just for Father’s Day, this list can be used for birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions.
Concerts tickets are an easy but also thoughtful last-minute gift option. And given that 2023 has brought us some of the biggest tours in the last few years, there’s lot to choose from. But if you want to expand your gifting options, see below for a roundup of 23 of the best gift ideas for music-loving dads. For more shopping recommendations, be sure to read our Father’s Day gift guide with items starting at just $6 and best colognes for men.
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Amazon
1000 Record Covers (Bibliotheca Universalis) (Multilingual Edition)
$20.75 $25.00 17% OFF
The bestselling 1,000 Records Covers features iconic cover art from the 1960s up to the 1990s including album covers for Simon & Garfunkle, Billy Joel and more.
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MONOPOLY: David Bowie | Collector’s Edition Celebrating the Music of David Bowie |
$44.99
Relive David Bowie’s legendary career in the form of a classic board game. Monopoly: David Bowie is stocked up for Father’s Day. Players can buy, sell, and trade albums in Bowie’s legendary discography and choose from six collectible custom tokens representing projects like Black Tie White Noise, Aladdin Sane, Diamond Dogs, and Ashes to Ashes. In this special-edition game, the usual Monopoly houses and hotels have been replaced with “Arenas” and “Stadiums” that you can build atop Bowie’s discography which is featured on the board. The game is designed for two to six players, ages 8+. And if you order from Amazon it’ll be delivered before Father’s Day.
Bergdorf Goodman
Ice Cold. A Hip-Hop Jewelry History Book
$100
Ice Cold shares the history of jewelry in hip-hop. Comprised of 40 years of “iconic imagery and compelling stories” the book features everyone from hip-hop veterans like Run DMC, Tupac and Jay Z to new schoolers like Migos and Cardi B.
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Amazon
Fender Guitar Amp Key Holder $24.64 $33.99
Does your dad need a cool place to leave his keys? This key holder is the only one of its kind officially licensed by Fender. It’s made with real amp fabric, guitar plugs, input jacks, and the iconic brushed metal Fender logo. The key holder features four, laser etched Fender guitar plug keychains and one wall mounting kit with included hardware. Looking for something cheaper? Check out these guitar-shaped jacket hooks that are on sale for $14.
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Amazon
Personalized Metallic LP Record $180 $
Commemorate a music-loving father with this personalized LP wall art made from an upcycled vinyl LP, finished in a dazzling gold hue and suspended in a stylish, floating frame.
Keurig
The Rolling Stones x Keurig “Start Me Up” Coffee
$10.99
The limited-edition Rolling Stones x Keurig set sold out already but if dad’s a Stones fan, the Medium Roast “Start Me Up” Coffee is still in stock.
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Amazon
No Music, No Life Insulated Coffee Tumbler $23.99 $
Also in the coffee aisle, this stainless steel tumbler has double wall vacuum insulation for maximum temperature retention that will keep coffee and tea hot for up to eight hours and icy beverages cold for up to 12 hours.
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Amazon
PEPKICN Rock Guitar Style Heavy Duty Stainless Steel 2-Piece Barbecue Tool Set – Spatula & Tongs with Wooden Handle
$25.99 $29.99 13% OFF
This barbecue tool set will be great for a music-loving dad who likes to grill. The stainless-steel, two-piece set features a pair of tongs and spatula shaped like a classic rock guitar.
Amazon
Bose SoundLink Revolve+ (Series II) Portable Bluetooth Speaker
$249.00 $329.00 24% OFF
It’s almost summer, which means it’s time to upgrade dad’s sound system. The Bose Soundlink Revolve+ is a great portable speaker with good battery life and exceptional sound.
Amazon
Marshall Acton II Bluetoth Speaker
$279.99
If your dad prefers a wired option, get him a Marshall speaker! The Marshall Acton II blends modern features with Marshall’s vintage aesthetic. The speaker comes equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 and a range of up to 30 feet.
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Nordstrom
Crosley Mahogany Rhapsody Vinyl Record Player
$199.95
If you really want to get retro, check out the Crosley Rhapsody Entertainment Center. The compact device has as a three-speed turntable, CD player, AM/FM radio and a built-in Bluetooth receiver.
Amazon
PHILIPS H9505 Hybrid Active Noise Canceling (ANC) Over Ear Wireless Bluetooth Pro-Performance Headphones
$80.20 $249.99 68% OFF
Looking for a sleek pair of wireless headphones? These Phillips over-ear Bluetooth headphones have hit their lowest price in a month. The headphones offer noise cancellation for full sound immersion, up to 27 hours of battery life and quick charging capabilities.
For more options, check out Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise Cancelling Headphones, Sony LinkBud’s S earbuds ($199) or Bose’s Quite Comfort Noise Cancelling Earbuds ($199.99).
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Amazon
Apple AirPods (2nd Gen.)
$99 $129 23% off% OFF
AirPods are a safe bet, and it doesn’t hurt that they offer exceptional sound (especially the AirPods Pro). Apple’s 2nd generation AirPods and AirPods Pro are currently on sale for $99 at Amazon, Walmart and other retailers but there’s no telling how long the deal will last, so you might want to purchase them soon before the price goes back up.
Amazon
AQUARIUS Grateful Dead Fun Box – Sturdy Tin Storage Box with Plastic Handle & Embossed Front Cover
$15.99
A perfect Father’s Day gift for Dead Heads! These Grateful Dead stash box boasts a cool and colorful design on the front and back. The box measures 6.8 x 8.6 x 3.9 inches.
Amazon
1964: Eyes of the Storm
$63.75 $75.00 15% OFF
If your dad loves to read, here’s another fascinating book for him to dive into. 1964: Eyes of the Storm features 275 rare and never-before-seen photos of the Beatles taken by Paul McCartney. Beatles fans will find shots taken in Liverpool, New York City, Paris, London, Washington D.C. and Miami. Other music that you might want to give as a gift include Dave Grohl’s The Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music, Into the Void: From Birth to Black Sabbath and Beyond and Bruce Springsteen’s Born to Run.
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Total Wine
Heaven’s Door Straight Bourbon Whiskey
$83.99
Pour it up for dad with Bob Dylan’s very own whiskey. The brand boasts “notes of vanilla and baked bread layered over toasted oak,” thanks to its six and a half years in American oak barrels. Click here for more musician-owned liquor brands.
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Sammy Hargar & Guy Fieri Santo Fino Blanco Tequila $41.90 $
If your dad is more of a tequila guy, Sammy Hagar and celebrity chef Guy Fieri teamed up with Juan Eduardo Nuñez, a third-generation distiller from distillery El Viejito in Jalisco for Santo, which offers “a sinfully smooth old world style tequila blanco, an oak-aged reposado, and the world’s first mezquila.”
Order the Santo Blanco via Total Wine & More here, or by clicking the links above. Order the mezquila (a blend of mezcal and tequila) with one-hour delivery on Drizly here. And if you’re dad is more of a wine drinker, read our list of musician-owned wine brands.
Amazon
Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool [Blu-ray+DVD]
$20.99 $29.98 30% OFF
For jazz fans, the Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool documentary shares the story of one of jazz’s most influential trumpeters, bandleader and trend-setters. Directed by award-winning documentarian Stanley Nelson, Birth of the Cool features Davis’ music from live performances, studio recordings and outtakes, a bonus DVD disc of live footage from the Montreux Jazz Festival, interviews with Quincy Jones, Santana, Wayne Shorter and more. This Blu-ray/DVD set is available at Amazon and Best Buy.
Happy Socks Queen 4 Pack Gift Box Set (Men Shoe 8-12, US Women 10-12.5)
$64.00
Happy Socks teamed up with the classic rock band to launch a fun, limited-edition sock collection inspired by Queen. Happy Socks also has collections inspired by the Rolling Stones, The Beatles, David Bowie and more.
Amazon
Karaoke Machine for Adults and Kids,Portable Bluetooth 2 Wireless Karaoke Microphone with Holder/USB/TF Card/AUX-in, PA Speaker System
Cheers to karaoke night! This portable karaoke machine has a built-in battery that works for up to 4-6 hours, Bluetooth 5.0 — and it’s small enough to sit on a tabletop. If you’re looking for a cheaper, tabletop option this karaoke machine is on sale for $59.99. Click here for larger karaoke machines.
Amazon
Vinyl Record Player 3-Speed Bluetooth Suitcase Portable Belt-Driven Record Player with Built-in Speakers RCA Line Out AUX in Headphone Jack Vintage Turntable
$59.99 $69.98 14% OFF
Need an affordable record player? The utilizes the popular suitcase design with built-in Bluetooth, 3-speed capabilities of 33/45/78 RMP. See more record players and turntable here.
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Society6 Vinyl Record Wall Clock $36 $45
Talk about epic! This clock will add a splash of artistry to any wall décor. It’s constructed with premium, shatter-resistant materials and available in natural, black or white frame color and you can chose between a black or white hand and different designs.
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Garmin
Garmin Venu Sq – Music Edition GPS
$149.99 $249.99 40% off% OFF
A smart watch for music lovers? The Garmin Venu Sq – Music Edition GPS smartwatch combines daily style and on-device music storage with health monitoring and fitness features to keep your dad on track. The stylish watch features a bright color display and the battery last for six hours in smartwatch mode and up to 14 hours in GPS mode.
Disney’s live-action remake of The Little Mermaid has been garnering box-office success and strong soundtrack streaming tallies alike, and the new version of the 1989 classic can now add another accolade. On Tuesday (June 13), Disney Branded Television announced that it greenlit a new animated series titled Disney Junior’s Ariel inspired by Halle Bailey‘s Ariel. […]
Back in 2017, Joseph Fiennes ruffled feathers when he was cast as Michael Jackson in an episode of Urban Myths, a British biographical dramedy series. The decision by Fiennes, who is white, to accept the role of the Black pop superstar sparked heated conversations around “whitewashing” and representation in media. Although the episode was eventually […]
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The best men’s cologne comes down to what you yourself love — whether it’s a deep, earthy scent or a light, refreshing smell, it’s all about personal preference. The cologne will become your signature scent if you love it — and if not, then the hunt for a new scent begins. Cologne can also act as a thoughtful gift, and, as Father’s Day approaches, you may even be considering gifting a bottle to the father figure in your life.
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Shopping for the best men’s cologne and perfume sets to surprise that special someone, family member or even your best friend with can be a little tricky, but that’s where we come in. We’ve done the research and scoured the reviews to find a nice mix of men’s colognes to help you sweep them off their feet with intoxicatingly good scents. No matter what your budget is, we’ve put together a nice mix of scents to browse through.
The best part? Cologne is giftable anytime of the year. Whether you’re just looking for Father’s Day gift ideas or a bottle for yourself, there’s a scent out there for everyone.
Keep scrolling to see a roundup of the 10 great men’s colognes you can gift anytime of the year.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best gender-neutral gifts, graduation gifts and astrology-themed gifts.
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Maison Margiela – “Replica” Jazz Club (1 fl oz)
$85
Maison Margiela’s bottle of Jazz Club will transport you back to the age of smoky cigar-filled clubs mixed with notes of tobacco leaf, lemon and pink pepper, neroli oil, rum and vanilla. The bottle was even inspired by old apothecary jars to complete its vintage feel.
Nordstrom
Maison Francis Kurkdijan – Baccarat Rouge 540 Eau de Parfum (1.2 fl oz)
$195
For the outdoorsy types, consider Baccarat Rouge, which is made with notes of jasmine, saffron, cedarwood and ambergris. The scent aims to be a light, sophisticated and poetic while lying on your skin like “an amber, floral and woody breeze,” as the brand describes.
Amazon
Nautica Voyage Eau De Toilette for Men (3.3 fl oz)
$20.28
Nautica’s Boyage Eau De Toilette for Men is considered a No. 1 bestseller on Amazon with almost 75,000 five-star reviews — and we can see why. It’s made to be a more romantic men’s cologne, featuring scents inspired by a salty sea breeze, coastal herbs and woods.
Amazon
Dolce & Gabbana The One for Men Eau de Parfum Spray (3.3 fl oz)
$68.04 $75.00 9% OFF
Give him the designer treatment with a bottle of Dolce & Gabbana cologne — and it’s currently on sale! Aromas you can expect are top notes of grapefruit, coriander and basil, and base notes of cedarwood, amber and tobacco, making it ideal for nights out together.
Amazon
Happy by Clinique for Men Cologne (3.4 fl oz)
$34.33 $75.00 54% OFF
Clinique’s Happy for Men Cologne is the refreshing scent that’ll get his day started on the right note. It’s not only labeled as an Amazon Choice, but comes with scents of citrus lemon, mandarin and grapefruit he can spritz on for a day in the office or summer road trips to the bay. Plus, you can snag it for over 50 percent off!
Boy Smells
Boy Smells – Woodphoria (65 mL)
$98
This gender-neutral cologne by Boy Smells comes in a convenient travel-size bottle for a mid-day scent refresh that’ll leave him smelling of fig, coconut and jasmine petals mixed with sandalwood, cedarwood and musks.
Nordstrom
Jo Malone – Wood Sage & Sea Salt (1 fl oz)
$80
Get ready to bury your nose in him, as this Jo Malone cologne smells as intoxicatingly good as it sounds. Not only does it come in a chic bottle for display, but will leave him smelling of a salty sea shore.
Amazon
Chanel – Bleu De By for Men Eau De Parfum Spray (5 fl oz)
$184
This Chanel cologne has been around since 2010 and won’t be leaving anytime soon. It’s a classic scent that covers a little bit of everything from woodsy scents to citrus notes and even spicy aromas. No matter what he’s into, this will certainly have his nose perking with interest.
Amazon
Calvin Klein – Eternity for Men Eau de Toilette (1.6 fl oz)
$65.00 $80.00 19% OFF
Calvin Klein’s Eternity for Men is another Amazon Choice for its captivating scents of fresh bergamot and mandarin paired with earthy florals and rain-drenched moss. It’ll make a nice aroma to start his day off refreshed and ready to take on the work week.
Amazon
Curve Men’s Cologne Fragrance Spray (6.8 fl oz)
$28.38 $34.40 18% OFF
For a wallet-friendly pick with designer-inspired smells, consider snagging this bottle of Curve cologne. It features soothing yet woodsy scents of lavender, cardamom and sandalwood he can sport day or night.
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