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This Pride Month, Billboard asked artists to write a series of love letters to their LGBTQ fans, highlighting what the community means to them, as people and as artists. Below, Chappell Roan recalls finding herself in the queer community and being able to finally tell herself “Thank God I’m gay.” Explore Explore See latest videos, […]
This Pride Month, Billboard asked artists to write a series of love letters to their LGBTQ fans, highlighting what the community means to them, as people and as artists. Below, Hope Tala rejoices in the queer community’s ability “to be endlessly varied, containing every kind of multitude,” even in a world “that increasingly feels like a dystopia.”
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The first time I can remember hearing the word ‘gay,’ I was eight or nine years old, playing in the sunshine the morning after a sleepover. I asked one of my friends what it meant and received a child’s definition — ‘when a boy kisses another boy’, whispered in my ear like it was something bad.
I was shocked; this concept was so far outside my understanding of how the world worked that it had never even occurred to me that it could happen in a way that wasn’t familial or platonic. I had never encountered anything that resisted the idea that a woman should be with a man so I didn’t consider that ‘gay’ could have anything to do with me until I was fourteen and began spending copious amounts of time trying desperately to locate that newly discovered part of myself externally.
Eleven years later, through the world’s progress (however insufficient it has been) and the intentional reconstruction of my own world, I’m now able to see and feel queerness everywhere. It was always there, of course, just not in my line of sight. The wonder of it still feels astonishing, the comfort immense.
In a world that increasingly feels like a dystopia where the political right is bent on destroying it, the queer community continues to be endlessly varied; powerful and vulnerable all at once, containing every kind of multitude. I am grateful to know queer people closely and from far away; to be inspired by them, to be able to live through the knowledge that they are thriving, laughing, crying, hurting, resisting, making food and mistakes and love and art absolutely everywhere. Now this thing that often felt like a source of fear and ostracization, separating me from the world I had always known, has brought me closer to the community I was always supposed to be a part of and the person I really want to be.
This Pride Month, Billboard asked artists to write a series of love letters to their LGBTQ fans, highlighting what the community means to them, as people and as artists. Below, Isaac Dunbar breaks down a lifetime of being “inspired by queerness,” and offers a message of encouragement to his queer fans: “Don’t mind the commentary, […]
A new feature-length documentary detailing the story behind the ill-fated, chart-topping pop duo Milli Vanilli is coming to Paramount+. The project, simply titled Milli Vanilli, will make its world premiere at the 2023 Tribeca Film Festival on June 10 before arriving on the streaming service in the fall. After rocky upbringings in Germany, Robert Pilatus […]
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The weather is starting to heat up! Spring temperatures are climbing in some states and the summer is expected to be even hotter.
If you plan to attend music festivals, concerts and other outdoor activities this summer, a portable fan should be on your list of seasonal must-haves. Below, we’ve put together a short roundup of portable, handheld fans that are small enough to bring to music festivals and more.
Although portable fans are available at several major retailers — Amazon, Target and Walmart, to name a few — the roundup below features Amazon-only products priced between $10-$32. Amazon Prime members get free and fast shipping on millions of items. Not a member? Click here to start your free 30-day trial.
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For more festival gear, check our lists of venue-approved bags, the best earplugs for concerts and our picks for the best gear to buy for Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo and other music festivals.
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TriPole Mini Handheld Fan Battery Operated Small Personal Portable Fan
$13.99 $19.99 30% OFF
You might be surprised at the wind capacity of this cute but powerful mini fan from TriPole. The handheld, lightweight, mini-fan has two speeds and measures 6.7 inches long. The battery-operated fan works for up to three and a half hours before it needs to be recharged. The fan is available in a handful of colors including blue, black, yellow, pink and white.
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JISULIFE Portable Handheld Fan, Mini Pocket Hand Fan
$14.39 $24.99 42% OFF
Stay cool and charge your phone with this two-speed, convertible pocket fan. The Jisulife Portable Handheld Mini Fan has a battery life of 14-21 hours, a maximum rotating speed of 3400 rpm, and it’s around the same size as a credit card. This fan is also on sale at Walmart.
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Formano Handheld Cooling Fan – The GENUINE Portable Air Conditioner Cooling Fan That Blows Cold Air with Ice Cooling Refrigerating Pad
$24.99
It takes just 10 seconds for this handheld fan to reach a cool 53 degrees. Three speeds of powerful wind and a built-in ceramic, semi-conductor radiator naturally converts hot air into cold. The fan measures seven inches long and approximately three inches wide; it has a 5400 rpm high-speed motor and 2000mAh rechargeable battery. Save $5 on this Formano fan when you apply the instant coupon at checkout.
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JISULIFE Portable Neck Fan, Hands Free Bladeless Fan
$31.99 $39.99 20% OFF
Not interested in a handheld device? Try a portable neck fan! The Jisulife Portable Neck Fan has 78 air outlets to keep your neck cool in hot temps. The three-speed neck fan is dust and sweat proof; it’s built with a 270-degree air supply angle and works for up to 16 hours at a time. Made from eco-friendly ABS and silicone, this portable neck fan is available in green, blue, black, yellow, pink or white.
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We may be able to stream our favorite shows from the palm of our hand (i.e. our smartphones and tablets), but there’s nothing quite like watching the NBA Finals on the big screen. Once baseball season ends, though, you’ll still want to catch the latest football, basketball, soccer and more games in high definition.
Right now, Best Buy is having a major discount on its TVs — meaning you can score a fresh new screen for a fraction of the price. We did the digging to discover the deepest cuts on reviewer-loved models, so you can reap the benefits, including catching the Miami Heat and Denver Nuggets play for the title.
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Right now, you can save $1,500 on Samsung’s The Terrace 75″ LED Smart Tizen TV (and no, we’re not making that up). With a 4.9-star rating you really can’t beat this outdoor television. Not only does is sport a brighter screen to help you see even the darkest shows (looking at you House of the Dragon), but it comes with a weather-resistant material for those who want to watch the playoffs outside when if it’s sprinkling.
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Samsung – The Terrace Series 75″ LED Outdoor Partial Sun 4K UHD TV
$4,999.99 $6,499.99 23% off% OFF
Samsung’s The Terrace Series 75-inch Smart TV will take your entertainment outdoors. Whether you have a patio, terrace or outdoor area you can now enjoy a drive-in like experience from the comfort of your own home. It’s also available in a 65-inch size for $1,000 off if you’d prefer a smaller size while still saving money. Whether you prefer Hulu, Netflix, Max, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ or another streaming service, this model is capable of playing those, YouTube and cable TV to adapt to your preferences.
The deals don’t stop there either, if you’re looking to spend less than $1,000 on a new TV we’ve got the pick for you. The Hisense 65-inch Class U6GR Series Quantum Smart Roku TV is currently $100 off dropping it down to $500.
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Hisense 65″Class U6GR Series Quantum Smart Roku TV
$499.99 $599.99 17% off% OFF
Bringing you a 4k picture with smart technology is the Hisense 65-inch Roku TV. The discounted model isn’t just packed with savings but is compatible with Alexa or Google Assistant allowing you to voice control it to launch channels, search for things and more. If you’re prone to losing your remote, ditch using it at all and take advantage of its compatibility with the Apple Home app or Siri on Apple devices.
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Samsung – 85″ Class The Frame QLED 4k Smart Tizen TV
$3,499.99 $4,299.99 19% off% OFF
If you want to turn your TV into a chic piece of home decor, the Samsung Frame Smart TV is discounted up to $800. Depending on the size you go with, that will determine the amount of savings, but a deal is a deal in our book.
Score $800 off the 85-inch Samsung Frame Smart TV and enjoy a personal art exhibit when you’re not watching TV. When it’s not in-use you can even have photos on display to reminisce some of your favorite memories. Then, when it’s time to kick back and relax, turn on your favorite streamers, cable or browse the internet. The model is ready to adapt to your ever-changing needs. It’s also available in five sizes to choose from with savings available for each version.
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Insignia – 58″ Class F30 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV
$279.99 $429.99 35% off% OFF
Enjoy everything from the first ball game of the season to the SuperBowl in 4K ultra high definition on Insignia’s 58-inch Smart Fire TV. And if you lose your remote there’s no need to panic as it can be completely controlled using Alexa or an Amazon Fire TV. Plus, it’s currently $150 off!
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Sony 55″ Class Bravia XR A90J Series OLED 4K UHD TV
$999 $1,399.99 29% off% OFF
At $400 off you can view the latest sporting events in crisp vibrant colors with Sony’s OLED 4K UHD Smart Google TV. The screen was designed using Cognitive Processor XR technology to deliver realistic, ultra high contrast shades in front of your eyes. It also comes with Google TV, which features over 700,000 movies and TV episodes and access to streaming platforms including Netflix, Prime Video, Max, Hulu and more.
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Insignia – 40″ Class N10 Series LED Full HD TV
$119.99 $189.99 37% off% OFF
If you’re looking for a more compact TV, you can save $70 on this 40-inch Insignia HD TV. The small, slim design comes with VESA mounting holes to hang it on your wall or display it on a stand. When it’s time to grab the popcorn and watch a movie, the screen has LED lighting and a 1080p resolution for high definition viewing.
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Westinghouse – 50″ 4K UHD Smart Roku TV with HDR
$219.99 $389.99 44% off% OFF
The Westinghouse 4K UHD Smart Roku TV allows you to watch cable or stream from one of the many platforms on the market. It’s up to you to customize your home screen to your liking. It’s even capable of voice search and control (ideal if you’re prone to misplacing your remote) and is compatible with Apple AirPlay, Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant-enabled devices.
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LG – 42″ Class C2 Series OLED evo 4K UHD Smart webOS TV
$899.99 $999.99 10% off% OFF
Grab the LG evo 4K UHD Smart webOS TV for $100 off and reap the benefits of having your streaming just a voice control away. It even comes with AI Picture Pro technology, which will automatically enhance your screen’s contrast and resolution for a lifelike picture every time you turn it on.
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Did you know Amazon has an entire department dedicated to luxury goods from Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Chanel, Yves St. Laurent, Prada, Fendi, Dior and more? And if you dig hard enough, you’ll can major deals on top brands.
Right now, Amazon Luxury is offering up to 50% off accessories, including shoes, sunglasses, bags and other must-haves from designers like Giuseppe Zanotti, Oscar de La Renta, Ellie Saab, Sergio Hudson, Studio 189, Adriana Degreas and Christoper Kane.
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Amazon’s Luxury department is a one-stop shop for higher-priced items from designers that you’d find in luxury stores such as Neiman Marcus, Berdgorf Goodman and Saks Fifth Ave. Shop ready-to-wear looks, beauty essentials, jewelry, watches and other accessories along with lots of “pre-loved” handbags from Louis Vuitton, Chanel Hermès (yes, you can actually buy a Birkin bag at Amazon for around $16,000).
Alexandre Birman, Annoushkha, CVC Stones, Edward Bess, Dundas, Rolex, Sensi Studio, Jennifer Meyer, Linda Farrow and Mark Cross are some of the other luxury designers available at Amazon. To get you started, we curated a list of items to shop for the season (click here to launch your Amazon Prime membership and enjoy free shipping).
See below for purses, dresses, swimwear and other items to shop for summer, including sale items up to 60% off and pre-owned designer bags.
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CHANEL, Pre-Loved Yellow Caviar Lunch Box Vanity, Yellow
$4,150.00
Made from Caviar leather, this vintage mid-90s Chanel Lunch Box vanity features the brand’s signature interlocking “CC” embroidery, gold-plated logo hardware and a leather shoulder strap in addition to the top handle.
Adriana Degreas,Fig Tricolor Strapless Bikini, Purple/Gold
$130.00 $315.00 59% OFF
It’s that time of year again. With summer less than a month away, now would be a good time to stock up swimsuits and bikinis. The purple and gold bikini pictured above take its design inspiration from ’70s swimwear — and it’s almost out of stock!
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Giuseppe Zanotti, Brett Reptile-Print Flats, 6, Gold
$175.00 $350.00 50% OFF
These Giuseppe Zanotti reptile-print flats are available in gold, silver and black (sizes 6-17). Click here to shop GZ sneakers on sale for up to 50% off and here for GZ Brett Glitter Flats ($175).
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Yves Saint Laurent, Pre-Loved Black Calfskin Kate Tassel Medium, Black
$2,450.00
A chic edition to your purse collection, the YSL Kate silhouette shoulder bag is crafted from smooth calfskin leather and features a gold-tone chain-link strap with a chain tassel fixture at the center.
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Patbo, Tropicalia Bandeau Bikini Top, XL, Island Blue
$87.00 $145.00 40% OFF
This bikin is available in island blue and harbour pink — tops and bottoms sold separately.
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Sergio Hudson, Slip Dress, 6, Leopard
$567.00 $945.00 40% OFF
Hit the town in a slinky, Sergio Rossi slip dress — which is available in leopard print as well as black, fuchsia, purple and terracotta.
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CHANEL, Pre-Loved Pink Chevron Lambskin Boy Bag Small, Pink
$5,500.00
Chanel’s timeless, small Boy Bag is made from pink lambskin leather with chevron quilting and finished with gold-tone hardware.
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Patbo, Tropicalia Long Sleeve Mini Dress, L, Harbour Pink
$375.00 $625.00 40% OFF
Get tropical in a lovely PatBo long sleeve dress available in pink or black and sizes ranging from XS-XL.
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Louis Vuitton, Pre-Loved Damier Ebene Weekender MM, Brown
$1,895.00
Heading on a trip? Louis Vuitton weekender bags typically retail for around $2,500 and up, but this pre-owned version is under $2,000.
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Adriana Degreas, Montaigne Cut-Out Midi Dress, S, Off White
$518.00 $740.00 30% OFF
A white dress is a summer staple. This Adriana DeGreas Cut-Out Midi Dress features a halter-neck chain and a side split.
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Whether your summer vibe is full-on glam or dewy minimalism, Rihanna wants to give your makeup collection a glow-up. To help you prep for sunnier days, her brand Fenty Beauty has released a “Summatime” collection featuring shades inspired by sunsets.
The new products feature a pink and orange ombré design that comes in the form of a lip stain, cheek and lip stick, refillable lipstick and limited-edition water bottle. All of these are available wherever Fenty Beauty is sold including the Fenty Beauty site, Ulta Beauty and Sephora.
The brand took to Instagram to show off the new limited-time collection while providing some nail inspo, captioning the post “#SUMMATIME is all about catching a vibe and the sunset themed, gradient colors on our limited edition #FENTYICON case is giving just that.”
Get ready for summer and shop Fenty Beauty’s new collection below while it’s still in stock.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best sunscreens, refillable lipsticks and AAPI beauty and skincare brands.
Ulta Beauty
Fenty Beauty Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain $27
Nothing completes a kissable pout like a hydrating lip stain and Fenty’s exclusive Poutsicle is up for the challenge. The lip product comes in fuchsia and purple, which will add a vibrant pop to your makeup look. It’s also customizable allowing you to go from a sheer look to medium coverage.
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Fenty Beauty Match Stix Color-Adaptive Lip + Cheek $32
Fenty’s Beauty Match Stix is the ultimate versatile product to have in your arsenal. Not only can you apply it to your lips and cheeks, but the shade is unique to the individual as it reacts to your body’s natural chemistry to provide your own personal color.
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Fenty Icon Semi-Matte Refillable Lipstick $20
No matter if you’re going out for drinks or to a picnic in the park, the Semi-Matte Refillable Lipsticks are travel necessities. Choose from three shades (fuchsia, magenta and orange) or stock up on all of them. The formula also uses hydrating ingredients including hyaluronic acid and vitamins C and E.
Ulta Beauty
Fenty Icon The Case: Semi-Matte Lipstick Summatime Edition $15
Carry your refillable lipstick in style with this limited edition case that’s boasting a trendy ombré design. Just attach your latest lipstick to the bullet base, close the case and throw the compact product into your purse.
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Fenty Beauty Summatime Water Bottle $24
Fenty’s Summatime Water Bottle is ready to be your accessory of the summer as it boasts a gorgeous sunset-inspired coloring and convenient clip for attaching to your backpack or purse. Now you can stay hydrated in style!
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Getting clear audio for music recordings requires more than just your smartphone’s microphone app. If you want to get isolated sounds, you’re going to need a recording booth, but professional studios cost a hefty price many wallets can’t just shell out. Rather than sacrifice your next single’s sound quality, you can invest in a portable recording booth, which will offer compact sizing and the ability to take it with you on the go.
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Ariana Grande, Ty Dolla $ign and Chloe Bailey are just a few artists who record music from the comfort of their home, and you can too — with the right supplies. If you love a DIY project and want to keep things under $100, you can create your own portable recording booth with just solid soundproofing foam panels, a microphone, microphone stand and audio isolator (this one comes with all three microphone parts). Don’t worry, though, there are also complete sets available if you’d rather avoid a project.
To get you started, we found portable recording booths that fit into smaller spaces and are packable.
See the list below.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundup on how to take online music lessons online and best over-ear headphones.
Amazon
Snap Studio Vocal Booth
$499.99
The Snap Studio Vocal Booth has earned the label of an Amazon Choice not only for its 180-degree vocal shield, but its ability to create a pop-up recording booth wherever you are. The 360 booth comes with sound-insulating blankets, an easy to assemble pipe frame, reverberating reducing material and more.
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Pyle Wood Microphone Isolation Shield
$75.99 $99.99 24% OFF
Record your latest podcast episode or song and receive the clear audio using this portable microphone isolation shield (and don’t forget your Shure microphone). It uses the combination of wood and 2-inch high-density foam to absorb sound and an adjustable mic depth to customize to your liking.
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Griffin Studio Microphone Soundproofing Acoustic Foam Panel
$43.95 $51.95 15% off% OFF
Prevent outside noises from disrupting your recording using Griffin’s Studio Microphone Soundproofing Acoustic Foam Panel. It’s made from a 2-inch high density foam and five panels that are foldable to carry with you from place to place.
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SE Electronics Reflexion Filter PRO
$199
Capture audio or instrument sounds without any background noise with the help of SE Electronics’ Reflexion Filter PRO. It’s designed with six main layers to allow sound waves to pass through and absorb, while the included mic stand keeps everything still.
Amazon
Iconic Mars Comet Recording Vocal Studio Isolation Booth
$99.95
For the most compact possible design, consider the Iconic Mars Comet Recording Vocal Studio Isolation Booth. It simply slips over your microphone and the high density foam ensures your vocals or instrumentals are the only thing being recorded. It also only weighs six ounces ensuring you won’t have to lug it from place to place.
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SE Electronics Reflexion Filter X
$99
Whether you’re recording in your bedroom or from the road, this SE Electronics Reflexion Filter X will make sure only the best audio is captured. It just requires a mic stand and your mic to isolate and ensure your next single is captured.
Amazon
TroyStudio Portable Sound Recording Vocal Booth Box
$32.99 $42.99 23% OFF
TroyStudios portable recording booth is completely versatile as it can go on a mic stand, desk, office and more. The five walls of high density foam will completely surround your microphone blocking out any unwanted sounds allowing you to focus on recording your sound bites. It’s even foldable for easy storage and packability.
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XTUGA Recording Microphone Isolation Shield
$59.99
The last thing you want is the sound of a passing car or background chatter getting in the way of your next recording. That’s where XTUGA’s isolation shield steps in as it’s bendable and flexible to go over your microphone and customize it to your specific needs.
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