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After nearly 35 years, the Wu-Tang Clan is embarking on the hip-hop group’s final tour this summer. Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber, with support from Run the Jewels as the opening act, kicks off on Friday, June 6, at CFG Bank Arena in Baltimore.

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The tour goes through the summer throughout the United States and Canada, and ends on Friday (July 18) at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia.

Tickets to Wu-Tang Clan‘s concerts first went on sale through Ticketmaster, but many of the dates have either sold out, or are very close to selling out altogether. The best ways to find Wu-Tang Clan tickets online is through a third-party site, like Vivid Seats, SeatGeek, Ticket Network and others — all of which guarantee authentic tickets in time for your event.

Additionally, we like that tickets are all delivered digitally, so you can get them sent instantly to your phone or email. Prices may be also be above or below face value at times.

All nine living members of the Wu-Tang Clan will participate in the final tour, while Young Dirty Bastard will take his late father’s place; Ol’ Dirty Bastard died in 2004.

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Wu-Tang Clan Tour Dates 2025

June 6: Baltimore, MD at CFG Bank Arena

June 7: Raleigh, NC at Lenovo Center

June 10: Tampa, FL at Amalie Arena

June 11: Atlanta, GA at State Farm Arena

June 13: Fort Worth, TX at Dickies Arena

June 14: Houston, TX at Toyota Center

June 15: Austin, TX at Moody Center

June 16: Tulsa, OK at BOK Center

June 18: Phoenix, AZ at Footprint Center

June 20: Ontario, CA at Toyota Arena

June 21: San Diego, CA at Pechanga Arena San Diego

June 22: Los Angeles, CA at Crypto.com Arena

June 24: San Francisco, CA at Chase Center

June 26: Sacramento, CA at Golden 1 Center

June 28: Seattle, CA at Climate Pledge Arena

June 30: Vancouver, BC at Rogers Arena

July 1: Portland, OR at Moda Center

July 4: Greenwood Village, CO at Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre

July 7: Chicago, IL at United Center

July 8: Detroit, MI at Little Caesars Arena

July 9: Columbus, OH at Nationwide Arena

July 11: Boston, MA at TD Garden

July 13: Laval, QC at Place Bell

July 14: Toronto, ON at Scotiabank Arena

July 16: New York, NY at Madison Square Garden

July 17: Newark, NJ at Prudential Center

July 18: Philadelphia, PA at Wells Fargo Center

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Las Vegas is known for its iconic music residencies, and the new kid on the Strip, the Sphere, is becoming the hot-ticket destination for immersive live music and concerts. Since opening its doors in 2023, the impressive venue has gathered an even more impressive lineup of musical acts to grace its futuristic stage.

For those who haven’t made their way to Sin City yet or seen the many viral emoji face memes gracing the Internet, the Sphere is a massive, spherical venue known for its immersive entertainment experiences, including concerts and films, featuring a state-of-the-art 16K resolution wraparound screen and a powerful sound system.

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From U2, to Phish, to the Eagles, the Sphere is already home to some legendary rockers. U2 helped launch the space with a concert residency, U2:UV Achtung Baby Live, which went on to sell out 40 dates through its extraordinary run from September 2023 through March 2024. The show has since concluded, but fans can still experience their captivating performance through an immersive concert film showing exclusively at the Sphere.

For Eagles fans, the band has recently added four additional shows to their residency this fall, thanks to overwhelming demand. Their run now features a total of 36 shows over 18 weekends, which started Sept. 20, 2024, and so far concludes this Sept. 13.

But what about other genres? As of late, the venue is slowly expanding its array of shows, including a historic run by Anyma, the first electronic artist to grace the stage; hosting the UFC 306 event; and more recently, announcing its first-ever pop act to hold a residency with the Backstreet Boys. There were even rumors circling of Harry Styles planning a 35-date run at the venue, but the news was unfortunately squashed.

If you’re planning a trip to Las Vegas or looking for an exciting new way to experience live music, the Sphere should be high up on your list. To help you plan your next getaway, we’ve gathered a complete list of current Sphere residencies in 2025, as well as where to buy tickets.

See below for a roundup of Sphere residencies to check out this year.

March 2025:

April 2025:

April 2 – 29: U2: V-U2 Immersive Concert Film at the Sphere (Buy tickets here or here)

April 4 – 12: The Eagles at Sphere (Buy tickets here or here)

April 17 – 26: Dead & Company: Dead Forever at the Sphere (Buy tickets here or here)

May 2025:

May 9 – 17: Dead & Company: Dead Forever at the Sphere (Buy tickets here or here)

May 22 – 31: Kenny Chesney at the Sphere (Buy tickets here or here)

June 2025:

June 4 – 21: Kenny Chesney at the Sphere (Buy tickets here or here)

July 2025:

July 11 – 27: Backstreet Boys: Into the Millennium (Buy tickets here or here)

August 2025:

August 1 – 17: Backstreet Boys: Into the Millennium (Buy tickets here or here)

September 2025:

Sept. 5 – 13: The Eagles at Sphere (Buy tickets here or here)

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It’s been five years since the release of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes and author Suzanne Collins is ready to return to the world of Panem with her new prequel Sunrise on the Reaping, released on Tuesday (Mar. 18). And, as of this writing, the book is in the top five of the Amazon Charts for the most sold and most read books of the week.

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On sale for $19.59 (reg. $27.99) on Amazon, Sunrise on the Reaping is the second book in the Hunger Games prequel series, following a young Haymitch Abernathy from District 12 as he is selected for the fiftieth annual Hunger Games — a special and deadly Quarter Quell.

If you’re an Amazon Prime member, you can order now and Sunrise on the Reaping will be delivered to your home in less than two days, thanks to Prime Delivery.

Not a member? Sign up for a 30-day free trial to take advantage of all that Amazon Prime has to offer, including access to Prime Video, Prime Gaming and Amazon Photos; fast free shipping in less than two days with Prime Delivery; in-store discounts at Whole Foods Market; access to exclusive shopping events — such as Prime Day and Black Friday — and much more. Learn more about Amazon Prime and its benefits here.

Sunrise on the Reaping is also available at BookShop for $26.03 (reg. $27.99), while the Hunger Games novel is buyable at Barnes & Noble priced at $22.39 (reg. $27.99).

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The original Hunger Games novel was released in 2008, while its sequels Catching Fire and Mockingjay were released in 2009 and 2010, respectively. The first prequel book The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes came out in 2020. Learn more about how to buy the other Hunger Games books here.

In addition, the film adaptation of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, which was released in 2023, has an impressive soundtrack. It features recording artists including Olivia Rodrigo, Molly Tuttle, Rachel Zegler, Sierra Ferrell, Flatland Cavalry and others.

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Hip-Hop and R&B have come a long way, and right now, the game is in a solid place. Artists like Lil Baby, Rod Wave, NBA YoungBoy, and more are absolutely killing it.

These young kings are showing us what it means to make moves, whether it’s Lil Baby’s smooth flow, Rod Wave’s heart-touching lyrics, or NBA YoungBoy’s gritty energy. They’re pushing the culture forward while staying true to the essence of the streets. Hip-hop is in a great spot, with these artists leading the charge for the new generation.

Don’t get it twisted, while the young blood is running things, the OGs still have a huge say. Legends like Jay-Z, Nas, and Kendrick Lamar continue to shape the game, showing the younger artists how it’s done and giving them a blueprint for success. It’s the perfect balance—young artists rising to the occasion while paying homage to those who paved the way.
One artist who’s been rapping his a** off for years but is finally starting to get the recognition he deserves is Rueben Vincent. The Charlotte NC native had been spitting fire for a minute now, and it’s dope to see him getting his shine. His bars and delivery are on a whole different level, and his time is now.
On the R&B side, RealestK is back at it. He blew up during the pandemic with his TikTok anthem “WFM,” and now he’s coming through with his cleanest track yet, “Deja Vu.” This dude’s got a vibe, and his growth is undeniable.
So, in March, make sure you’re tuned in to these artists, ‘cause they’re pushing the boundaries and representing the future of Hip-Hop and R&B, all while holding it down for the culture. Check out the full list below.

1. Saint Lamar, one of the faces of “YN RNB”

2. Ray Vaughn – “CEMETERY lanterns” makes you wanna squabble up

3. Saba – Lyrical Lemonade freestyle reminded us he’s one of them one’s

4. Stunna Sandy – Holding it down for all the baddies

5. Big Cheeko

6. Bellygang Kushington – Hustler music 101

7. Karri – This Gelo sample mixed with the Oakland R&B vibes…chefs kiss

8. Ruben Vincent x 9th Wonder Album OTW

9. Seddy Hendrix – The Florida native has been walkin’ on everything he touches

10. Rufus Sims – Album dropping March 22nd

11. Sy Ari Da Kid

12. Bay Swag might have the NY anthem with “Drank”

13. Jozzy teases “Maybe”, fuego

14. Kocky Ka has the hottest snippet this year with “Dark Nights”

15. Ria4Reel

16. Recoechi – Music Video for “Walking Temple” is out now

17. Ankhlejohn

18. RealestK – “Deja Vu”

19. Jorjiana’s unorthodox flows and bars need to be studied

20. REASON

21. Ty Farris

Where Adam Sandler goes, Bad Bunny goes. At least, he does in the new trailer for Happy Gilmore 2, in which the Puerto Rican superstar serves as the comedian’s caddie as the iconic titular character makes his return to golfing after several years off the green. Posted Tuesday (March 18), the new trailer opens with […]

After months of speculation and rumors among fans of indie rock supergroup Boygenius, Lucy Dacus at last confirmed that, yes, she is currently in a relationship with bandmate Julien Baker.
In a profile for The New Yorker, Dacus revealed that she and Baker are currently dating and moved to Los Angeles together after Boygenius’ tour wrapped in 2024. But the “Best Guess” singer pointed out that both she and Baker were reticent to share details with the public, considering how parasocial some fan relationships can become.

“It only takes a handful [of intense fans interactions] to make your life feel like a really easily threatened thing,” she said. “I’ve been practicing not reinforcing that narrative to myself.”

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Dacus continued, saying that trying to keep her private life private while also being transparent with her audience through songwriting has been a difficult needle to thread. “It’s been interesting, because I want to protect what is precious in my life, but also to be honest, and make art that’s true. I think maybe a part of it is just trusting that it’s not at risk,” she said. “Maybe a healthier way to think about it is that [my relationship]’s not actually fragile.”

The singer-songwriter added that most of her romantic relationships blossomed from close friendships, and that the concept of a romance that doesn’t come from a friendship or creative partnership boggles her mind.

“How are you doing romance without friendship? I can’t imagine. That feels so hollow. It makes me feel ill! Someone that’s not my friend? Are you serious?” she said. “Almost every relationship I have been in, we’ve had some business or creative dealings. I don’t mean this just sexually, but it turns me on; to have your minds meet on something, and be, like, ‘Oh, my gosh, you said what I couldn’t say. I love your mind.’”

Speculation around Dacus and Baker’s relationship has been going on for years, but the most recent interest in the two artists as a couple was reignited in October 2023, where the two posed as Pete Davidson and Ariana Grande for a Halloween costume.

Dacus is currently promoting her new solo album, Forever Is a Feeling, due out March 28 via Geffen Records. Baker, meanwhile, is rolling out her collaborative country album with fellow indie rock artist TORRES titled Send a Prayer My Way, which is due out April 18 via Matador Records.

Two months after the first-ever winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK The Vivienne died, the drag performer’s cause of death has been confirmed. In a statement shared with Attitude, the star’s manager Simon Jones revealed that James Lee Williams — The Vivienne’s off-stage name — died “from the effects of ketamine use causing a cardiac […]

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Major League Baseball travels to the Land of the Rising Sun this for a two-game series featuring the Chicago Cubs (with Japanese players Suzuki Seiya and Imanaga Shōta) and the Los Angeles Dodgers (with Yamamoto Yoshinobu and Shōhei Ohtani).

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The MLB Tokyo Series: Chicago Cubs vs. L.A. Dodgers takes place at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo, Japan, on Tuesday (March 18) and Wednesday (March 19).

When Does MLB Tokyo Series Start?

Game 1 of the MLB Tokyo Series broadcasts live, with a start time of 6 a.m. ET/3 a.m. PT, while Game 2 starts at the same time of 6 a.m. ET/3 a.m. PT on the following day.

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Where to Watch MLB Tokyo Series Online

The MLB Tokyo Series airs on Fox for Game 1 and Fox Sports for Game 2. Both games will also be available to livestream on Sling Blue. Keep reading for more details on how cord-cutters can watch the Cubs-Dodgers game online with Sling.

How to Watch MLB Tokyo Series with Sling TV

A subscription to Sling Blue — which comes with Fox and Fox Sports — gets you access to live TV from local and cable channels, starting at $25.50 for the first month of service and $50.99 per month afterwards.

You can watch local networks like ABC and NBC, while you can also watch many cable networks, including FX, Lifetime, Fox News, AMC, A&E, Bravo, BET, Cartoon Network, Fuse, CNN, Food Network, MSNBC and many others.

In addition, you can get a free month of AMC+ upon sign up. AMC+ is the home to original programming, like Gangs of London, Interview with the Vampire, Deadstream and more.

Please note: Prices and channel availability depends on your local TV market. You can learn more about Sling TV here.

What Is Shōhei Ohtani’s Walkup Song During MLB Tokyo Series?

During games, L.A. Dodgers designated-hitter Shōhei Ohtani typically walks up to the plate for an at-bat to the song “The Show Goes On” by Lupe Fiasco.

Starting at 6 a.m. ET/3 a.m. PT for Game 1, the MLB Tokyo Series: Chicago Cubs vs. L.A. Dodgers airs on Fox on Tuesday (Mar. 18), Game 2 broadcasts on Fox Sports at at 6 a.m. ET/3 a.m. PT on Wednesday (Mar. 19). Both games are available to livestream with Sling TV.

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Terrance “Gangsta” Williams, Birdman’s brother, recently claimed that NBA YoungBoy allegedly knocked out an inmate at FCI Talladega federal prison in Alabama for repping Lil Durk’s collective, OTF.

This incident is just another chapter in the ongoing feud between YoungBoy’s 4KT camp and Durk’s OTF crew, a beef that has been boiling since the tragic night in Atlanta when Quando Rondo’s associate, Lil Tum, shot and killed King Von during a fight outside a club. Since then, the tension between both camps has only escalated, with diss tracks, social media shots, and street politics keeping the rivalry alive.  Interestingly, despite the long-standing issues, there might be a path to peace. Quando Rondo, one of YoungBoy’s closest affiliates, recently converted to Islam, the same faith that Lil Durk and many around him follow.

Activist Zül Qarnain met with Quando and asked if, now that he’s Muslim, he would consider ending the beef between 4KT and OTF. Quando’s response? He wouldn’t be opposed to it.

While his answer wasn’t a full commitment to peace, it’s a notable shift considering how deep the feud runs. Whether or not this leads to any real reconciliation remains to be seen, especially with new incidents like YoungBoy’s alleged prison fight keeping tensions high. But if Quando Rondo is open to squashing the beef, it could be the first step toward ending one of the most heated rivalries in modern hip-hop.