“Do you know what it means to be loved by death?” Anne Rice is a prolific gothic horror novelist who has eternally changed the shape of vampire fiction. Anne’s literature has flourished for decades, but the film and TV adaptations of her best works have been a mixed bag. Many audiences were ready to dismiss
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Universal Music Group and TikTok have come to terms on a new licensing agreement, ending a three-month stalemate that saw the world’s biggest record label pull its vast musical catalog from the social media platform. According to a press release, the deal will “deliver improved remuneration for UMG’s songwriters and artists, new promotional and engagement
This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Liberty Hardy is an unrepentant velocireader, writer, bitey mad lady, and tattoo canvas. Turn-ons include books, books and books. Her favorite exclamation is “Holy cats!” Liberty reads more than should be legal, sleeps very little, frequently writes on
Rep. Greene (R-GA) speaks on May 1, 2024. Photo: Josh Morgan-USA TODAY via IMAGN Congressional Republicans are “sick and tired” of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) and they plan to help defeat her resolution to kick out House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA), which she promised to formally introduce “next week, absolutely.” The defeat would help
View gallery Image Credit: Getty Images Nickelodeon has been the ultimate platform for kids since the 1990s. From its popular cartoon shows — a.k.a “Nicktoons” — to its adult-oriented content on Nick At Nite, the studio became the most famous among teens for its Teen Nick series. Zoey 101, Drake & Josh, iCarly, Victorious, The
Play video content The Jennifer Hudson Show Cher‘s breaking down her dating habits — saying she’s into younger dudes ’cause they’re not terrified of her … this while also admitting she herself passed on Elvis once upon a time. The legendary singer sat down with fellow vocalist Jennifer Hudson on her talk show Wednesday, and
Showrunners are the creative visionaries of a series.
They might not be the original creators, but they cover all aspects of the creative elements, evolve the show’s vision, and decide where the story and character arcs will go.
They run the writing rooms, head the development, hire writers, and ensure actors are
This year marks the 45th anniversary of Don Coscarelli’s horror classic Phantasm, and Coscarelli returns to that iconic universe with his brand new book PHICTION: Tales from the World of Phantasm. PHICTION explores characters and stories from the Phantasm universe, with an introduction by best-selling author Joe R. Lansdale (Bubba Ho-Tep). In the wake of a hardcover limited edition version of PHICTION being put
This article originally appeared in the December 1998 edition of SPIN. It’s been four years since the Offspring brought punk-rock and Mohawks to Main Street. Nowadays it’s getting a little lonely in the mosh pit. Fast-and-furious is about as fashionable as Doc Martens at a Cherry Poppin’ Daddies concert, and most alt-rock hits of late
Paul Auster, prolific author and screenwriter, died Tuesday evening at 77 from lung cancer. Originally from New Jersey, Auster settled into Brooklyn in 1980, and became what The New York Times calls the borough’s literary “patron saint.” In the ’80s and ’90s, Auster’s novels — which were often about things like identity, loss, and the
You’re smart. You avoided the terror of the extended shaver market and headed straight to Braun—reliable, design-led, and precision-engineered Braun. But finding the best Braun shavers requires an understanding of the range, what’s good, and what is suitable for whom. Don’t worry; I’ve got it from here. Braun was founded in Frankfurt, Germany, in 1921
Share Tweet Share Share Email Darren Criss, renowned for his role as the charming Blaine Anderson on Glee, has recently described himself as “culturally queer.” So, what does that mean? A Trailblazer on and Off Screen His portrayal of Blaine, the talented and openly gay lead singer of the Dalton Academy Warblers, helped shape one of television’s
Jerry Seinfeld isn’t happy about the state of TV comedy. During a podcast appearance for The New Yorker Radio Hour, Seinfeld didn’t hesitate to share his take on the pitfalls of creating laugh-out-loud TV today. “Nothing really affects comedy. People always need it, they need it so badly and they don’t get it,” Seinfeld, 70,
Liam and Chris Hemsworth Jeffrey Mayer/WireImage Chris Hemsworth has admitted that there was jealousy between him and brother Liam Hemsworth over a major film. The 40 year old revealed he was not the only Hemsworth in the running to join the Marvel Universe as his younger brother, Liam, 34, was also considered for the role
Good Morning America star Robin Roberts has suffered a painful injury and shared the details with viewers. She returned to work sporting a cast, telling the live audience and folks watching at home exactly what happened. So, how did Robin Roberts wind up in a cast and how long will she take to heal? Here
Funko and 10:10 Games have announced upcoming video game Funko Fusion this afternoon, and much to our delight, the game is absolutely loaded with Funko POP-style horror icons. The official trailer for Funko Fusion heavily features John Carpenter’s The Thing, as well as 1999’s The Mummy, Jaws, Jurassic World, and even Jordan Peele’s Nope! Other
Summer concert season is upon us, and to celebrate the occasion, Live Nation has unveiled the details for its Concert Week 2024, which will offer $25 all-in tickets for over 5,000 shows. From May 8th through May 14th, tickets for shows by over 900 participating performers will become available for a flat $25, with no
Punk Rock Karaoke by Bianca Xunise This book is set in the Southside of Chicago and school is out for the summer. Our main characters are around 19 or 20-ish years old. Ariel Grace Jones is determined for their garage punk band, the Baby Hares, to break into the music industry. They have a repeat
Harmonica Sunbeam reads books to kids at a 2023 event Photo: Anne-Marie Caruso/NorthJersey.com / USA TODAY NETWORK via IMAGN Jersey City drag queen Harmonica Sunbeam had planned on reading books, singing songs, coloring pictures, and taking pictures with kids as part of Brookdale Community College’s “Bring Your Child to Work Day” event for employees. But
New York’s fashion set gathered Monday evening to feast their eyes on the latest offerings from Ralph Lauren, getting the first look at the designer’s fall/holiday 2024 collection inside Lauren’s private design studio. The choice of venue was inspired by the brand’s first women’s show in 1972, which saw Lauren present to a small group
Play video content TMZ.com There’s been jarring imagery coming out of college campuses embroiled in pro-Palestine protests — including Jewish students being blocked off, which Brett Gelman finds disgusting. We got the ‘Stranger Things’ star at LAX Tuesday, where he weighed in on everything going on at Columbia University and other schools … namely, demonstrators
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Blue Bloods Season 14 Episode 8 spoilers promise danger for Danny and Baez, thanks to an old enemy.
This will likely bring on the suspense, but will it also finally push their relationship over the line from friendship to something else?
Baez and Danny’s relationship has divided
Life’s a beach and then someone dies in Slaughter Beach, a low budget horror-comedy slasher from the crew at Clockout Films. Last week, the film’s official premiere was hosted by Delco Horror Haven, a new non-profit horror organization dedicated to supporting indie horror in the greater Philadelphia area. Director Daniel C. Davis (Same Dance) takes
The vibes are always high at Coachella’s Do LaB stage – and with Azzecca taking to the decks on a sunny saturday afternoon, all is right in the dance world. From the drop, the Chicago-based DJ and producer brought the crowd to another level, pumping out her signature dark house and techno sounds, with deep
Greta Gerwig — director of movies like 2023’s hit Barbie, Little Women, and Lady Bird — will direct a new film series that adapts C.S. Lewis children’s classic The Chronicles of Narnia. This latest adaptation has a bit of stank surrounding it, though — Netflix and Gerwig are both very aware of the failures of