There are a lot of things that the world would like to collectively forget about 2021, and the list seems to go on and on. But somewhere in the chaos, there was an explosive news story about Armie Hammer and the disturbing allegations that the once-beloved actor actually had some cannibalistic tendencies, on top of some explicitly violent allegations.
Of course, Hammer has since retreated from the spotlight, but it was a little but of a coincidence when his Call Me By Your Name co-star Timothee Chalamet immediately went to star in a romance movie about cannibals. The timing was just…..weird. Chalamet hadn’t addressed the coincidence until a recent profile with GQ.
“I mean, what were the chances that we’re developing this thing?” Chalamet told the mag of the ordeal. Bones And All, directed by Luca Guaganina, was actually based on a book, which made Chalamet more inclined to see it through, just to prove that it wasn’t a “based on a true story” situation. He added, “It made me feel like: Now I’ve really got to do this. Because this is actually based on a book.” The movie made waves at Cannes and became a crowd favorite, despite the iffiness of the topic.
Lasy year, Bones and All director Luca Guagagnino seemed a little ticked off about the connection. “Any correlation with this kind of innuendo and silliness is preposterous,” he said last year at the Zurich Film Festival, before explaining that the novel was out many years before Hammer’s allegations surfaced. Chalamet seems less dismissive, telling GQ, “These things end up getting clickbaited so intensely. Disorienting is a good word.”
Earlier this month, the Don’t Worry Darling director took to Instagram to share an X post from Dutch actress Katja Herbers which read, “I wish Taylor Swift was in love with a climate scientist.” The Harry Styles jokes followed, as did the “stop talking about Taylor’s love live” defenses. But Wilde insists it wasn’t a slight against her ex-boyfriend’s ex-girlfriend.
“I meant no harm,” she said on Monday, according to the Daily Mail. “It’s obviously a comment on how much attention gets paid to stupid things.” Everyone needs to — in the words of Taylor herself — calm down.
There was a lot of attention paid on Swift and Kelce this weekend when they made a last-minute appearance on SNL and the after-party. “Taylor and Travis were there all night and they were so smiley, they were so happy,” a source told People. “They were really fun. They talked to every single person in the room that talked to them. They were super cool. Super nice, super happy.” Kelce also kept “going over and touching her, putting his hand on her lower back or putting his hands on her waist and then they would do a little kiss and then they would go back to talking to whoever they were talking to.”
It sounds like they swapped spit, but didn’t spit on anyone.
The Dallas Mavericks were supposed to be a contender in the Western Conference last season after a run to the conference finals in 2021, but the departure of Jalen Brunson set them back considerably and their deadline move to acquire Kyrie Irving to fill that void left them without any floor balance.
This summer, the Mavs set off on a quest to replenish that depth and find a bit more balance between offense and defense, bringing in Grant Williams, Richaun Holmes, Seth Curry, and a pair of intriguing rookies in the first round. We’ll find out soon enough if they accomplished their goal of building enough quality depth around their superstar backcourt with Irving and Luka Doncic, but there is optimism that the Mavs will vault back into the race for a top-6 spot in the West this season. To get there, they’ll need to answer one major question and get a big time impact from one of their new additions.
Biggest Question: Can They Piece Together Enough On Defense?
The Mavs were dreadful defensively after the Kyrie trade, as they were never able to replace Dorian Finney-Smith’s presence on the wing. This year, they’ll hope Williams’ addition can bring some much-needed defensive versatility on the wing, as he showed in Boston he’s capable of defending both forward spots and centers in a pinch. Both of the rookies they drafted, Dereck Lively II and Olivier Maxence-Prosper, have some questions regarding their offensive capabilities, but both could play immediately for their defensive upside — with more to come on Lively below. The return of a healthy Maxi Kleber also should help, as they rode a small-ball lineup featuring him at center in their playoff run two seasons ago, and Josh Green figures to step into a larger role as well, as he’s their best bet for perimeter defense on this roster.
There should be a baseline of a top-8 offense with the combination of Doncic and Irving, which means to be a playoff team they don’t need to be elite at defense, but simply passable on that end. That wasn’t the case last year, but this roster certainly seems better equipped to be less of a sieve on that end. Jason Kidd’s reputation as a strong defensive coach will be put to the test this season, but if he can get them outside the bottom 10 in the league, this should be a pretty dangerous team.
X-Factor: Dereck Lively II
The player on the roster who seems capable of raising the team’s floor on defense is rookie center Dereck Lively II, who was unreal defending the paint at Duke, particularly in the back half of last season. Lively has a frame and skillset that no one else on the Mavs comes close to replicating at the center position, and as such they may be more reliant on him than you typically see from a hopeful contender with a rookie. Given Dallas has serious questions about their ability to guard at the point of attack with Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic, having a high-level rim protector is a necessity to mitigate the issues that come with below average perimeter defense. While they bolstered their frontcourt rotation with guys like Grant Williams and Richaun Holmes, their only hope for above average paint protection is their 7’1 rookie.
Lively looks like the kind of rookie who can step into a pretty big role immediately and be an above average defender as a rookie, perhaps becoming this year’s version of Walker Kessler. However, in order to do so he is going to have to be able to have an impact offensively beyond the spotty production he had at Duke. The good news is, in Dallas being a productive big man means setting good screens, rolling hard to the rim to finish lobs, and being active on the glass. He’s not going to be asked to deliver points via post touches, but he will have to find his space in the flow of the Dallas offense, which means building chemistry with Doncic and Irving in order to be on the same page as they probe and drive to the paint. If he can do that, the Mavs might have found themselves an immediate impact player as a rookie. They are a team in desperate need of the exact thing he is supposed to be good at, and if he can deliver as a rim protector and simply stay out of the way on offense and do the little things correctly, he should have a very good rookie season. If not, then the Mavs will run a lot more small-ball and will probably run into the same issues they’ve had in the past when dealing with the West’s top bigs.
The Rolling Stones are back in legendary rockstar fashion. This week, the British rock band will release their new album, Hackney Diamonds, which will mark their 26th record. The band’s comeback arrives to much anticipation, with fans, both young and old, craving new music. We’ve put together a nifty guide with what to expect from the Stones’ new era accompanying their album, Hackney Diamonds.
Release Date
Hackney Diamonds is out 10/20 via Geffen. Find more information here.
Tracklist
You can see the Hackney Diamonds tracklist below.
1. “Angry”
2. “Get Close”
3. “Depending On You”
4. “Bite My Head Off”
5. “Whole Wide World”
6. “Dreamy Skies”
7. “Mess It Up”
8. “Live By The Sword”
9. “Driving Me Too Hard”
10. “Tell Me Straight”
11. “Sweet Sounds Of Heaven”
12. “Rolling Stone Blues”
Singles
Rolling Stones released “Angry” from Hackney Diamonds as the album’s lead single. The song was accompanied by a video, starring Euphoria actress Sydney Sweeney. The band has also released “Sweet Sounds Of Heaven” as a follow-up single, which features contributions from Stevie Wonder and Lady Gaga. The Stones have not yet revealed any other collaborations from the album.
Artwork
You can see the Hackney Diamonds cover art below.
Geffen
Tour
As of this writing, a tour supporting Hackney Diamonds has not yet been announced.
When Martin Scorsese‘s highly-anticipated new film, Killers of the Flower Moon, arrives in theaters this week, it will arrive with one heck of a runtime. The movie clocks in at three hours and 26 minutes, which is quite a long time to sit in the theater. However, don’t expect an intermission. According to The Oklahoman, Scorsese’s latest will not have one. In fact, he recently went to bat for Killer of the Flower Moon‘s runtime.
“People say it’s three hours, but come on, you can sit in front of the TV and watch something for five hours,” Scorsese told The Hindustan Times (via Entertainment Weekly). “Also, there are many people who watch theatre for 3.5 hours. There are real actors on stage, you can’t get up and walk around. You give it that respect, give cinema some respect.”
That said, Killer of the Flower Moon will stream on Apple TV+ at a later date, but Scorsese is encouraging people to see it on the big screen. “Killers could play on a small screen, but in order to truly immerse yourself, you should take out the time.”
Here’s the official synopsis:
At the turn of the 20th century, oil brought a fortune to the Osage Nation, who became some of the richest people in the world overnight. The wealth of these Native Americans immediately attracted white interlopers, who manipulated, extorted, and stole as much Osage money as they could before resorting to murder. Based on a true story and told through the improbable romance of Ernest Burkhart (Leonardo DiCaprio) and Mollie Kyle (Lily Gladstone), “Killers of the Flower Moon” is an epic western crime saga, where real love crosses paths with unspeakable betrayal.
In addition to DiCaprio and Gladstone, the Martin Scorsese film also has a jam-packed cast starring Robert De Niro, Jesse Plemons, John Lithgow, Brendan Fraser, Tantoo Cardinal, Cara Jade Myers, JaNae Collins, and Jillian Dion.
Killers of the Flower Moon opens in theaters on October 20.
It’s not fun when the rabbit has the gun. Britney Spears’ forthcoming memoir, The Woman In Me, is her highly-anticipated tell-all. In it, the “Get Naked” singer will explore every aspect of her life, including her relationships. Spears divulged her puppy love phase with Trolls star Justin Timberlake. Now, others wonder what other famous figure Spears planned on name-dropping within the pages of the book.
Yesterday (October 16), during Christina Aguilera’s appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! to promote her upcoming Las Vegas residency, the host’s curiosity got the best of him. “You know Britney Spears has a memoir coming out,” asked Kimmel. “Do you think you’ll be in it? Has she called you and said, ‘Hey, heads up. There’s a chapter about you.’” As Aguilera jokingly attempted to avoid the question, the host doubled down, posing a new question, “Are you hoping that you’re in it?”
“Am I hoping? You know I’m hoping that everything is all good with her. I think the future should be celebrated,” said Aguilera.
Kimmel’s inquiry continued, “If you had to choose between being in it versus not being in it?.. ‘Cause I would like to be in it.”
“You know what, I’d rather it be you than more,” confessed Aguilera.
Aguilera and Spears’ professional relationship dates back to their time on The Mickey Mouse Club in the late 1980s.
Danny Brown’s sixth studio album, Quaranta, finally has a release date. Brown has been teasing the album for over a year, giving Uproxx its title in our 2021 interview about his Red Bull Soundclash with Rico Nasty. Since then, he’s released one solo song, “Winter,” but has focused most of his energy on his and Jpegmafia’s joint project Scaring The Hoes.
Today, though, he returned focus to Quaranta, announcing its release date, revealing its tracklist, and sharing the video for its single, “Tantor.” In the video for “Tantor,” Danny terrorizes Los Angeles in a homemade robot suit, spitting his signature unhinged punchlines over a thrashing rock guitar loop. The first true taste of Quaranta certainly suggests a return to the Danny Brown of old after his 2019 release, U Know What I’m Sayin?, got introspective.
Indie music has grown to include so much. It’s not just music that is released on independent labels but speaks to an aesthetic that deviates from the norm and follows its own weirdo heart. It can come in the form of rock music, pop, or folk. In a sense, it says as much about the people that are drawn to it as it does about the people that make it.
Canadian singer-songwriter Helena Deland writes gentle, bucolic music that feels peaceful despite the heart-wrenching subject material. Her sophomore record, Goodnight Summerland, is a gorgeous paean to her hometown that also pays homage to her late mother. Deland’s cooing voice and finger-picked guitars make for some of the most pensive, beautiful music released this year.
The Drums – Jonny
https://wearethedrums.bandcamp.com/album/jonny
Jonny Pierce has come a long way from wanting to go surfing. Though menace has always lurked just beneath the surface in The Drums’ music, it has never been as utterly present as it is on the group’s forthcoming sixth album, Jonny. Reckoning with Pierce’s hyper-religious upbringing in upstate New York that has left him estranged from his biological family, Jonny is his most autobiographical record yet. Lyrically, it doesn’t shy away from the baleful undercurrents that have powered his work. Even with surf-rock-adjacent guitars (“Isolette”) and high BPMs (“I’m Still Scared”), Jonny refuses to hide behind a facade of any kind.
I Killed Your Dog is a fairly jarring title for an album. It immediately grabs your attention, unapologetic for any discomfort it stirs. Of course, that’s come to be expected from an artist like L’Rain, real name Taja Cheek, whose music is intentionally inscrutable. On I Killed Your Dog, however, Cheek embraces something a little less elliptical. Like Yves Tumor accomplished on 2020’s Heaven To A Tortured Mind, Cheek’s subversion of rock music is still enticingly experimental. She flouts rock’s traditional structures by confronting them head-on in songs like “Pet Rock” and “New Year’s UnResolution.” The end result is as delightfully confounding as ever.
Metric – Formentera II
Named after a small, Spanish island in the Mediterranean Sea, Formentera is a place that ringleaders Emily Haines and James Shaw became infatuated with when they stumbled upon it in a travel book while in their Toronto studio. Because travel was impossible, the Canadian indie rockers fantasized about this “dream destination,” and Formentera II, much like its predecessor last year, is about creating mental escapism when literal, physical escape is unfeasible.
Vyva Melinkolya – “Doomer GF Song”
Stillness is one of slowcore’s essential components. Vyva Melinkolya, the rising Louisville slowcore artist, makes the genre sound equally melancholic and vivacious, a heady combination that cements her as one of the most affecting songwriters in her discipline. Melinkolya’s new single, “Doomer GF Song,” is the perfect thesis statement for her mesmerizing tapestries of enveloping soundscapes and skeletal vocals. On Orbweaving, her collaborative album with heaven-metal pioneer Midwife from earlier this year, Melinkolya embraced a full-on ambient approach. Contrast that with “Doomer GF Song,” which sees her meeting the middle point between ambient, shoegaze, and slowcore.
The indie trio comprising Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus, and Julien Baker has accumulated an immense fanbase since their 2018 eponymous EP, and each of its members has garnered only more fame and acclaim in the years since. After Bridgers, Dacus, and Baker all released sterling solo records, it seemed unlikely that we’d receive new Boygenius this early, or even at all, for that matter. But they’re back in top form. Despite releasing their great debut LP earlier this year, they’ve also shared The Rest EP, and, like its predecessor, it’s an endearing display of their friendship and camaraderie.
Bar Italia – “Jelsy”
Back in May, the London post-punk trio Bar Italia released their third full-length album, Tracey Denim. They’re already about to follow it up with The Twits in early November, and “Jelsy” is the latest taste they’ve offered. Mellower in tone than previous single “My Little Tony,” “Jelsy” showcases Bar Italia’s melodic side, led by acoustic guitar chords and hushed vocals.
Glass Beach – “The CIA”
Glass Beach are back with their first new music since their wonderfully titled 2019 debut LP, The First Glass Beach Album. The Los Angeles-based group returns with the emo-prog single, “The CIA.” It’s everything you love about this band in four-and-half minutes: It’s mathy, grandiose, cathartic, and, above all, a lot of damn fun.
Pinkshift – Suraksha
https://pinkshift.bandcamp.com/album/suraksha
Baltimore trio Pinkshift are one of the most exciting pop-punk bands doing it right now. Last year’s Love Me Forever, their debut album, was more than enough to show why. Now, they’ve reunited with legendary punk producer Will Yip for a new, three-song EP, Suraksha, which is a Hindu word borrowed from Sanskrit that embraces security and safety.
Hotline TNT — “Out Of Town”
There’s no doubt that shoegaze is having a moment. This year alone, we’ve witnessed the reunion of Drop Nineteens, the return of Slowdive, and the ascendance of up-and-comers like Wednesday and Feeble Little Horse. Riding that latest wave is Hotline TNT, the noisy yet melodic lo-fi project led by Will Anderson. Next month, he’s slated to release his second album as Hotline TNT, Cartwheel, which is also his first for Jack White’s label, Third Man Records. It may seem like an odd pairing on paper, but, frankly, Anderson seems right at home with his scuzzy, sticky-sweet guitar arrangements. “Out Of Town,” the latest preview, is further evidence of that. Like if Alex G’s sole pedal was a Big Muff Pi, “Out Of Town” is noisy yet tuneful in all the right places.
(Spoilers for Amazon’s Gen V will be found below.)
The Boys spinoff Gen V will make a household name out of Lizzie Broadway. Her character, Emma/Little Cricket, is already beloved amongst viewers who are very worried that she will one day get squished. She can shrink and grow at will (although — trigger warning — binging and purging is involved), but there’s a practical consideration at work: How does she clothe herself at different sizes when doing things like this?
Well, when Cricket grows to giant size, she pretty much goes nude. That leads to some interesting parties, for sure, but when she shrinks, that would be… not great. An astute Redditor (who goes by the st0neysweetheart handle) has figured this detail out:
So in Episode 3 when Emma shrinks down to sneak into “the woods”/hospital, she is clearly wearing Polly Pocket clothes.
If you look closely at the shoes they have the same flat rubbery bottoms all Polly shoes did, her shirt has a weird V in the back which Pollys needed to fit their heads in.
The user continues to detail how she noticed this as a former Polly Pocket enthusiast, so she easily figured out why Cricket’s clothing looks rubbery. “It causes me to think all of the clothes she wears as Cricket are probably all Polly Pocket clothes,” she added, and that seems plenty practical.
This also makes me wonder if we will ever see what’s in Cricket’s go-bag. It might simply be full of doll clothing, but the Polly Pocket detail is a nice touch. That stuff cannot be comfortable to wear, but a lady has to improvise sometimes. And considering the darkness of Cricket’s power origins, a fun touch shows her resilience. She’s a powerful little Ant-Man parody.
Long live Little Cricket.
New episodes of Amazon’s ‘Gen V’ stream on Fridays.
In a quaint little town of Jackson, New Hampshire, back in 1978, two ambitious friends embarked on an entrepreneurial journey. Their small poster company, born the same year as Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream, gradually morphed into what we now cherish as White Mountain Puzzles. The evolution wasn’t swift like the ice cream duo, who shot to national fame but was steady and meaningful. Today, it’s a brand synonymous with quality puzzles, standing tall among the top puzzle brands in the United States.
The charm lies not just in the puzzles they craft but also in the hands that craft them. The founders, Cronan Minton and Ted Wroblewski, handed the reins to their sons, keeping the business within the family. This transition wasn’t just about passing down responsibilities but preserving a legacy of creativity, community, and quality. The picturesque village that houses White Mountain Puzzles is part of their enchanting narrative, an element as integral as the puzzles themselves. From a small poster company to a beloved puzzle brand, the journey of White Mountain Puzzles is a tale of passion meeting purpose.
The magic of White Mountain Puzzles isn’t just in the colorful, fun puzzles they create but also in the family bonds that hold the company tight. The story didn’t end with Cronan Minton and Ted Wroblewski, the original founders; it got a new chapter when their sons, Sean and Colin, stepped in. They took over the daily grind, ensuring the family’s vision continued soaring high. It’s like passing the baton in a relay race, ensuring the legacy sprints forward, across the finish line, into the future.
The essence of White Mountain Puzzles lies in its ability to bridge generations, both within the family and the community. The brand signifies unity, collaboration, and the joy of creating something beautiful together. It’s not just about fitting pieces together; it’s about piecing together memories, experiences, and a rich legacy as enduring and intricate as the puzzles they craft. Through every puzzle sold, White Mountain Puzzles shares a part of its family, history, and community-centric values, inviting puzzle enthusiasts to become a part of a larger narrative, a larger family.
White Mountain Puzzles takes the cake when it comes to quality. Every puzzle piece results from careful crafting, ensuring that when you pick one up, it fits perfectly with its neighbors. The process starts with sturdy blue chipboard on recycled paper, making sure each puzzle is not just fun but also eco-friendly. The magic continues as they transform these materials into interlocking pieces, each waiting to find its place in the picture.
The designs aren’t just about pretty pictures; they are stories waiting to be pieced together. Whether it’s a nostalgic scene from the past or a beautiful landscape, each puzzle is a door to a different world. Through meticulous design selection, they ensure there’s something for everyone, making puzzle-solving a cherished pastime for all ages.
Whether you are into vintage signs, historic landmarks, or nature’s beauty, there’s something for everyone. The categories are as diverse as they are captivating, offering a unique blend of educational and entertaining themes. The puzzles cater to various age groups and interests, making them a perfect family activity. With each puzzle, you uncover a new theme, a new adventure.
Now, let’s talk specifics. The top-reviewed “Barn Quilts” puzzle is a beautiful exploration of rural life, a tribute to the simplicity and beauty of the countryside. On the other hand, the best-selling “Cereal Boxes” puzzle is a nostalgic journey back to the breakfast table of our younger days. And the anticipation is building for the upcoming “Christmas in the City” puzzle, promising to deliver a slice of holiday cheer. Each of these puzzles represents what White Mountain Puzzles is all about – quality, nostalgia, and endless fun. They are not just puzzles; they are memories waiting to be pieced together, one beautiful image at a time.
White Mountain Puzzles isn’t just a local company; its excellence is nationally known. One shining moment was when they got an invitation to the Made in America Showcase at the White House in 2018. It was a proud moment, standing as one of the 50 companies representing the spirit of American entrepreneurship, one from each state. This spotlight wasn’t just a pat on the back but a testimony to their quality and dedication.
Over the years, the accolades have continued pouring in. They’ve been named one of the top family-owned businesses in New Hampshire by New Hampshire Business Magazine, not once, but for five straight years. And in 2021, they were listed among the top 5 fastest-growing private companies in the state. Each award is a nod to their relentless pursuit of quality, community, and customer satisfaction. It’s a journey marked with hard-earned recognition, reflecting the brand’s commitment to delivering nothing but the best, one puzzle piece at a time.
White Mountain Puzzles is more than a brand; it’s a warm, welcoming community. The enduring appeal lies in its quality puzzles, rich themes, and a legacy rooted in family and community values. Every puzzle is an invitation to become part of a larger story, a bigger family. So, why wait? Dive into their diverse puzzle collections, find the ones that speak to your heart, and start piecing together your own beautiful memories. With White Mountain Puzzles, every piece brings joy, every completed puzzle is a celebration, and every day is a perfect day for puzzling!
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