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CULTURE
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Robert White, Editor-In-Chief


Zoee Finds Hope in Hard Truths on New Song "Hand Me Downs"
In an era where young adults are navigating economic uncertainty, social upheaval, and rapidly shifting expectations, country-pop artist Zoee delivers a resonant and timely anthem with her latest single, “ Hand Me Downs .” Released on February 6, 2026, the track positions Zoee as a reflective and quietly powerful voice for a generation learning to carry inherited burdens while still daring to hope. As outlined in the official press release , “Hand Me Downs” speaks directly t


Alana Springsteen Embraces Healing on Note to Self
Alana Springsteen has never shied away from emotional honesty, but with her latest single “ note to self, ” she enters her most vulnerable era yet. Released via Santa Anna Nashville, the soul-searching track signals a powerful new chapter for the 25-year-old artist-songwriter—one defined not by polished narratives or youthful idealism, but by hard-earned self-awareness, healing, and radical truth-telling. Accompanied by an official music video filmed in her hometown of Pungo


Valentine’s Day Expectations and Dating Apps Fuel a Mental Health Crisis
For millions, Valentine’s Day is marketed as the most romantic time of year—a glittering spectacle of red roses, candlelit dinners, and happy couples posed in picture-perfect moments. But for many others, especially singles navigating the emotionally turbulent waters of online dating, the holiday casts a much darker shadow. New research and expert insights are revealing just how damaging this pressure can be, with dating apps playing a surprisingly potent role in worsening me


Justė Redefines Viral Success with Turn The Lights Off
In the fast-paced, trend-driven world of music, breaking through the noise is no small feat — but for 23-year-old Lithuanian artist Justė , it’s starting to look like second nature. With the runaway success of “Turn The Lights Off,” her reimagined electronic collaboration with Danish pop icon Jon and rising DJ Jaxstyle, Justė has emerged as one of the most talked-about new names in the global dance-pop scene. And with over 15 million streams on Spotify and a viral meme fuelin


Pop Breakout Jordi Introduces Herself to the World with Self-Titled Debut Album
In a moment that feels both deeply personal and widely anticipated, rising pop star Jordi has officially arrived with the release of her debut self-titled album, Jordi . The 12-track project, now available across all major streaming platforms, offers a powerful introduction to the 22-year-old singer-songwriter’s world — a blend of heartfelt storytelling, vibrant production, and emotional depth that cements her status as one of pop’s most exciting new voices. The album is an i


Megan Moroney Sets the Tone for 2026 with Bold New Single Wish I Didn’t
Just five weeks before the release of her highly anticipated third studio album Cloud 9, multi-platinum country powerhouse Megan Moroney has dropped what might be her most addictive anthem yet. Titled “Wish I Didn’t,” the fiery, flirty single is out now via Sony Music Nashville/Columbia Records — accompanied by a cinematic music video co-starring reality TV star Dylan Efron and drenched in attitude, glamour, and unapologetic confidence. PHOTO CREDIT: CARLY SHARP With its pu


Gabry Ponte and Sam Harper Drop A New Single Called Words
As the world rang in 2026 with fireworks and festivities, Gabry Ponte was already setting the tone for another high-octane year. Fresh off a blazing New Year’s performance in Alghero, Sardinia, the Italian DJ and producer wasted no time dropping his first single of the year — the pulsating, emotionally charged house anthem, Words, featuring rising London-based vocalist Sam Harper. Out now via Warner Music Central Europe, Words is more than just a dancefloor-ready track. It’s


Valette Studio Champions Craft and Emotion in The New Romantics Collection
Valette Studio returns for the Autumn-Winter 2026/2027 season with a poetic and powerful collection titled The New Romantics, a body of work that reflects a deeper longing in today’s fashion landscape. Born from what the house describes as a “contemporary melancholy,” the collection confronts a fashion system increasingly consumed by surface image, where digital perfection and marketing optics often eclipse the soul of true craftsmanship. In response, Valette Studio offers a


JISBAR Brings Art of the Game to San Francisco During Super Bowl Week
San Francisco is set to transform into a vibrant crossroads of art, sport, and street culture as internationally renowned French pop-street artist JISBAR brings his highly anticipated solo exhibition, Art of the Game, to Gallery 444. Opening on January 29, 2026, and running through February 7, this dynamic showcase arrives at the perfect cultural moment, coinciding with the electrifying energy of Super Bowl week in the Bay Area. With its bold reinterpretations of iconic imag


Twenty One Pilots More Than We Ever Imagined
Few bands today embody evolution and vision like Twenty One Pilots. Now, fans around the world are being invited to witness the duo’s most iconic performance yet, immortalized on the big screen. On February 26, "Twenty One Pilots: More Than We Ever Imagined" will debut in IMAX and cinemas worldwide for a limited run, with exclusive IMAX previews available February 25. Presented by Trafalgar Releasing, the concert film captures the electrifying energy and emotional resonance o


Steve Aoki and KAAZE Ignite Dance Floors With Electrifying Head Rush EP
In a musical landscape driven by high-energy collaborations and a constant push for innovation, few partnerships arrive as naturally—or as impactfully—as the latest union between Steve Aoki and KAAZE . Their newly released Head Rush EP is not only a sonic thrill ride across big-room landscapes and festival-ready drops, but also a striking example of two artists syncing vision, energy, and purpose at a time when the dance world is once again bursting with creative electricity


Camilla Araujo Leaves $20 Million OnlyFans Career Behind To Focus On A New Chapter In Life
Camilla Araujo , once known to millions as Player 067 from MrBeast’s viral Squid Game recreation, has stepped away from the digital empire she built — one that brought her more than 30 million followers and over $20 million in earnings. In her newly released YouTube documentary Becoming Her, Araujo publicly announced her departure from OnlyFans, the platform that propelled her into the upper echelons of internet stardom. Her reason wasn’t scandal or burnout, but something far


The Afterlife Exhibition Elevates Emotion Through Art in SoHo
On Saturday, December 20, 2025, the heart of SoHo will beat a little differently. The address 219 Bowery will host The Afterlife, an evocative, RSVP-only exhibition debuting The Shadow Dancers, a new body of work by artist and former ballet dancer Mari Gior. Curated by the visionary Marina Dojchinov, this immersive showcase invites guests into a quiet, sacred atmosphere where survival, memory, and art converge in breathtaking ways. The evening begins with a VIP and press rec


David Guetta & HYPATON Deliver Explosive Remix of RAYE’s ‘WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!’
In the ever‑evolving landscape of dance music, collaborations between high‑profile artists can either reinforce their legacy or chart bold new territory. With the official release of the remix of WHERE IS MY HUSBAND! by RAYE — reimagined by David Guetta and rising star HYPATON — the latter outcome clearly applies. The track hits streaming platforms now, and it arrives amid significant anticipation, social buzz and high expectations. RAYE’s original single made waves for its b


Millie Bobby Brown Stands Her Ground on the Red Carpet At Stranger Things Premier
Millie Bobby Brown’s response on the red carpet at the Stranger Things 5 premiere in London was not just a spontaneous moment—it was a message. When a photographer shouted at her to smile, and she fired back with “Smile? You smile!” before walking off, it was clear this wasn’t about being difficult or temperamental. It was about something deeper—agency, boundaries, and refusing to be reduced to a photo-op accessory. As someone who has watched Millie’s rise from the beginning


Men's Lifestyle Brand Cross Colours Shows New Collection At NYFW
Cross Colours returned to the New York Fashion Week spotlight in Fall 2025 with a debut collection that both honored its heritage and pushed forward with fresh energy. Making its appearance during Art Hearts Fashion at the Angel Orensanz Foundation, the brand leaned into bold color, graphic motifs, and street culture references to remind the audience why it remains a defining voice in men’s lifestyle wear. Photo by Mark Gunter/Getty Images for Art Hearts Fashion From the fi


A Men's Fashion Showcase Presented By Idol Jose At NYFW
During New York Fashion Week 2025, designer Idol Jose made a commanding statement with his latest collection, Dangerous Skin, unveiled during the Art Hearts Fashion showcase at the Angel Orensanz Foundation. The venue, a neo-Gothic landmark in Manhattan’s Lower East Side, provided a dramatic backdrop for a show that blurred the line between vulnerability and power. Known for curating bold, boundary-pushing fashion experiences, Art Hearts Fashion continues to spotlight visio


Law Roach and Camila Araujo Stir Speculation at WGACA Event
Last Friday, Manhattan’s fashion elite gathered at the What Goes Around Comes Around (WGACA) x Law Roach archival exhibition. Hosted in the heart of the city, the event celebrated the power of vintage fashion with a curated showcase led by celebrity stylist Law Roach . Among the standout attendees was Camila Araujo , the Brazilian influencer and rising fashion star, whose appearance alongside Roach has fueled speculation about a future collaboration. Credit: Ruthless Media Ar


In The Hand of Dante Premieres at the Venice Film Festival And Brings A Night of Cinema and Glamour
The Venice Film Festival has always been a celebration of artistry, glamour, and cinematic innovation, but few premieres generated as...


Tony Mantor Stops By To Talk About Music, Producing And His New Podcast Show, Why Not Me!
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief For most of his life, Tony Mantor has been a quiet force behind the scenes of Nashville's music...


Evan Thorne Brings New Energy to Showoff’s Pop-Punk Revival
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief With a bass in hand and punk roots in his soul, Evan Thorne is helping lead Showoff into a powerful...


Guillaume Muller Pays Tribute to Jazz Legend with Six Pieces of Horace
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief When Guillaume Muller speaks about music, it’s not just with admiration—it’s with scholarly devotion....


Dina Renée Shines Bright with Her Empowering New Single Glow Up
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief Dina Renée is no stranger to emotional storytelling, but with her latest single "Glow Up," the rising...


TRUSS Strikes a Chord with Fluorescence and a Fierce DIY Ethic
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief The rise of TRUSS is more than a pandemic-era success story—it’s a masterclass in creative persistence...


Paperwhite Returns With a Sound That’s Nostalgic Yet Fearlessly New
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief When synth-pop duo Paperwhite—siblings Katie and Ben Marshall—first emerged over a decade ago, they...


Emma Rush Brings Forgotten Guitar Virtuosa to Life with The Life and Times of Catharina Pratten
In the hands of Emma Rush, a guitar becomes not only an instrument but a time machine. With the release of her latest album The Life and...


Kristopher Roe Honors His Past While Reigniting The Ataris’ Future with Car Song
For the first time in over 15 years, beloved alternative rock band The Ataris are back with new music—and it’s every bit as heartfelt,...


Dave Wilbert Delivers a Saturday Night Soundtrack for the Heartland
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief With a smooth country voice and a love for the traditions that shaped American country music, Dave...


Christian DiGirolamo Builds a Legacy in Jazz PR Through Authenticity and Hustle
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief Christian DiGirolamo is not your average publicist. In fact, he didn’t set out to be one at all. Today,...


From Layoff to League Leader ThumbPRO Redefines PlayerProtection
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief When Craig First was laid off from his engineering job just weeks before the onset of the COVID-19...


Anna Laura Quinn Brings Jazz Intimacy and Innovation with New Album
By Robert White, Editor-In-Chief New Orleans-based vocalist Anna Laura Quinn is redefining jazz storytelling with the upcoming release...


Norm Lewis Stars in Revival of Ceremonies in Dark Old Men
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief Broadway icon Norm Lewis returns to the New York stage in Ceremonies in Dark Old Men , a powerful...


Ben Basile Blends Ska and Soulful Storytelling on Solo Debut Benergy
By Robert White, Editor-In-Chief Ben Basile is no stranger to holding down the low end. As the longtime bassist for ska-punk veterans...


Ella Beyer Finds Strength in Vulnerability with New Single Crime to Be Happy
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief Ella Beyer has already crafted a sound that carries the weight of wisdom and the raw ache of...


Nashville’s Punk Underdogs secondSELF Deliver a Fierce Debut with The Current Dissent
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief In a city synonymous with twang and tradition, secondSELF is a much-needed detour—a full-throttle punk...


Zach Paradis Makes Peace Through Chaos in His New Single Hurricane
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief For Cleveland-born, LA-based artist Zach Paradis , music has always been a mirror—a place where...


Johnny Iguana Reclaims the Raw Power of Blues Piano on At Delmark
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief In a digital age where musical precision is often edited to sterile perfection, Johnny Iguana dares to...


Joy Buzzer Turns Up the Voltage with New Single Simone
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief New York City’s power pop mainstays Joy Buzzer have returned with a high-octane standalone single that...


Hillai Govreen Finds Her Voice with Every Other Now
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief In a jazz world steeped in tradition and always on the hunt for fresh expression, Hillai Govreen has...


Franck De Las Mercedes Reimagines Loss in Hauntingly Beautiful Contil Series
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief Art has long been a vessel for healing, but for Franck De Las Mercedes , the transformation from...


David Rothenberg Shares New York Stories with Heart in Manhattan Mayhem
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief David Rothenberg is not just a witness to history—he's often been the one helping to shape it. From...


The Ritualists Return with a Dark Fantasy Anthem That Soars
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief Christian Dryden and The Ritualists are back with a bold new statement in their latest single “The...


Melanie Balestra’s New Book Confronts Teen Suicide with Courage and Compassion
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief When a parent loses a child, the world stops. When that loss comes by suicide, the silence can be...


The Ethical CEO Awakens in A Documentary About Tom Gegax, Confessions of a CEO
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief In a time when trust in corporate America is unraveling and tensions between the public and CEOs are...


The Soulful Voice of Orlando Perez AKA TikTok Sensation Opey_One
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief If you’ve ever stumbled across a TikTok featuring a soothing voice layered over tranquil sailing...


Keznamdi Set to Light Up New York and Los Angeles in May
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief Jamaican singer-songwriter Keznamdi is bringing his electrifying blend of reggae, soul, Afrobeats, and...


Cocktail Slippers Bring High-Energy Rock with New Live Release
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief The Cocktail Slippers are kicking off 2025 with a bang, dropping a new two-song live release, Live at...


Bridget Mulroy Talks With Us About How Porn Is Reshaping Our Future.
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief In a culture where digital intimacy has become alarmingly common, investigative journalist and...


Sangeetha Shinde on The Unseen Goddess and Giving Voice to the Forgotten
By Robert White , Editor-In-Chief Sangeetha Shinde has spent decades telling the stories of those whose voices are rarely heard. As a...


Ela Lane Brings Sustainability and Luxury to Bedding
By Robert White, Editor-in-Chief When you slip into bed at night, the last thing on your mind is the impact your bedding has on the...
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