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Euronews
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Euronews
What are the best albums of 2025 so far?
We're past the halfway mark of 2025, and we're taking a break from listening to Doechii's 'Anxiety' on repeat and chanting along to Lady Gaga's 'Abracadabra' like it's an incantation for the start of a dancefloor-set pagan ceremony to take a look back at the music highlights that have captured our ears (and hearts) this year. There's been so much to enjoy, from French pop discoveries to UK hip-hop mastery via panic attack inducing hyper-electro-punk... So whittling our list down to 15 entries hasn't been easy. Still, we did our best. Without further ado, here is our countdown to the best album of the year so far. 15) Doves - Constellations For The Lonely Celebrating 25 years since the release of your first album can be a tricky thing, as British indie rockers Doves know all too well. Released a quarter of a century since 2000's 'Lost Souls', 'Constellations For The Lonely' is a darker effort compared to the band's previous offerings, reflecting not only the volatile (and frequently horrible) times we live in, but also strife that befell the trio. Singer/bassist Jimi Goodwin sought treatment for mental health and substance abuse issues following 2020's 'The Universal Want', and is still off their touring roster. Still, the band prevails, as their sixth album is a claustrophobic yet emotionally rich listen, which packs a punch and shows that no matter the hardship, there's beauty in survival. DM 14) Bartees Strange - Horror For his third album after the indie rock goodness of his breakout 'Live Forever' and the more experimental pop sounds of 'Farm To Table', British-American artist Bartees Strange has chosen to explore the concept of fear. Quite apt considering its title, but 'Horror' isn't the bleak odyssey it could've been. Instead, Strange weaves between genres – the up-tempo 'Wants/Needs' makes way for some funky hip-hop in 'Hit It Quit It', gentler folk with 'Baltimore' and some anthemic rock in 'Backseat Banton' - to better explore the things that overwhelm and oppress us in daily life. Bolstered by Jack Antonoff's polished production, 'Horror' is a terrific blend of different sounds that somehow coalesce into one potent whole. DM 13) HAIM - I Quit In 'I Quit', HAIM are all about healing and leaving. As the album opener 'Gone' announces: 'I'll do whatever I want / I'll see who I wanna see / I'll fuck off whenever I want / I'll be whatever I need.' From sensual album standout 'Relationships' to the mellow catharsis of 'Down To Be Wrong', sisters Danielle, Este and Alana deliver their signature smart melodies to embrace empowerment. Even if some of the lyrics can come off as a bit thin when it comes to the complexities of heartbreak and breakups, they manage to create a cohesive ode to being unbound. 'I Quit' may not have the immediacy of their debut 'Days Are Gone' (still their best to date) or boast the richness of arrangements heard on their previous album 'Women in Music Pt. III', but it remains a compelling LP about fresh starts. DM 12) Oklou - Choke Enough French artist Marylou Mayniel, aka: Oklou, released her first full-length record this year, following the waves she made five years ago with her 'Galore' mixtape. Merging dreamlike trance with Y2K nostalgia and a healthy appreciation for Enya, Oklou signs an immersive collection of textured and polyphonic ambient pop that feels at odds with the more direct dancefloor bangers dominating the airwaves. From opener 'Endless' to singles 'Blade Bird', 'Take Me By The Hand' (featuring Swedish rapper Bladee) and album standout 'ict', this intimate set shows you don't need brash urgency to be anthemic. DM 11) Swans - Birthing Swans return with 'Birthing', a nearly two-hour experimental, post-rock odyssey that ranks among the most expansive and immersive works in their decades-long career - a record that feels both apocalyptic and spiritually transcendent. Lead singer Michael Gira still bellows like a man possessed, anchoring tracks that often drift from ambient murmur to towering, at times overwhelming noise. The 22-minute long title track 'Birthing' encapsulates this dynamic perfectly: it begins with shimmering, celestial synths before eventually building to a seismic collapse of percussive fury and shrieking guitar. The album is intense. It's long. It's certainly not for everyone. But for those patient enough and willing to submit, it's near-religious in its power. TF 10) aya - hexed! UK artist aya's sophomore album is a tough one to recommend outright as it's the musical equivalent of a panic attack. All you need to do is cast your eyes on the album cover, featuring earthworms writhing about in her mouth, and you have some idea of the unrelenting sensory overload that awaits you. The experimental tracks howl, corrode, clang and suffocate, grabbing you by the throat and refusing to loosen their noise-dance grip. It may not sound like a particularly pleasant listening experience, but behind abrasive first impressions are enticing themes of addiction and identity that make 'hexed!' a confident album worth your time. Even with six more months to go in 2025, you'll have a hard time finding a stranger and more unique album this year. DM 9) Ichiko Aoba - Luminescent Creatures With 'Luminescent Creatures', Ichiko Aoba invites listeners into a sonic fairy tale - a delicate dreamscape woven from angelic vocals, enchanting orchestral melodies, and the soft whispers of nature. Here, the 35-year-old Japanese singer-songwriter continues to refine her signature sound - one that would feel perfectly at home in a Studio Ghibli film. Inspired by the glowing sea life she discovered while diving in Japan's Ryukyu Islands, her eighth studio album explores the border between life and death, light and darkness. And in a time of relentless noise and global unrest, this project offers a gentle, much-needed escape from the chaos. TF 8) Kali Uchis - Sincerely This is the third year in a row that prolific Columbian-American songwriter Kali Uchis makes our Best Of lists, following 2023's glorious 'Red Moon In Venus' and last year's 'Orquídeas'. And for good reason: she doesn't stop flooring us. This year, she delivered an album inspired not only by the death of her mother, but also by the birth of her first child. According to Uchis, 'Sincerely' is about trying to "find joy in life despite the world" and appreciating "every moment and not take life for granted." Sounds ambitious, but she makes it work. Led by singles 'Sunshine & Rain...' and 'All I Can Say', this neo-soul-pop album deals with love, loss, insecurities and rebirth, all with the reminder of the transient nature of both the good and bad. And even if we're used to having Uchis around, we're still not taking her for granted. Neither should you. DM 7) FKA twigs - Eusexua If Charli XCX's 'Brat' was a wild, cocaine-fueled hyperpop dance party, FKA twigs' 'Eusexua' is its darker, more experimental, and sensual counterpart. Returning three years after 'Caprisongs', twigs plunges her listeners into the shadowy underworld of rave culture. Built with Koreless's innovative production, the album conjures early-2000s dance floors via trance, UKG, drum and bass, IDM, and trip hop - all bound by twigs' ethereal voice, a commanding force of nature. Echoes of Björk, Kate Bush, and Aphex Twin swirl into something unmistakably hers: sensual, cerebral, and otherworldly. At an easily digestible 42 minutes, 'Eusexua' reasserts FKA twigs' status as one of contemporary music's most innovative and exciting talents. TF 6) Bad Bunny - DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS Following up the wildly successful 'Un Verano Sin Ti', 'DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS' is Bad Bunny's most ambitious project to date - a sprawling, vibrant tribute to Puerto Rican musical heritage. While still rooted in the modern reggaetón which made the 31-year-old artist a global superstar, the album pushes far beyond expectations, weaving in salsa horns, bolero melodies, and the layered rhythms of traditional plena. Nowhere is this fusion more thrilling than on 'BAILE INoLVIDABLE', which opens with sleek modern synths before bursting into full-blown live salsa. 'DtMF', a late-album standout, also exemplifies the record's spirit - closing with laughter and group vocals. It's an instant summer essential - joyous, infectious, and made to be played very loud. TF 5) Pulp - More Out in time for the 30th anniversary of their most celebrated album, 1995's 'Different Class', the reluctant figureheads of Britpop are back after a 24-year absence. While 'More' doesn't reinvent the wheel and won't necessarily convert those who aren't already fans of Jarvis Cocker and his merry lot, this terrific comeback is one worth treasuring. Groovy, anthemic, boasting stunning strings and delving into themes of aging and self-delusion, Pulp deliver an LP that is everything you'd want a Pulp album to be. More than that, it surpasses expectations, showing that even now they're all fully grown, they're still in a class of their own. Hopefully we won't have to wait another quarter of a century for more. DM 4) Jane Remover - Revengeseekerz At the tender age of 21, Jane Remover has already made a name for themselves as a producer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and rapper with a canny habit of genre hopping. To the extent their previous album, 2023's 'Census Designated', was a noise pop-rock album that sounds like it was made by a completely different artist. For 'Revengeseekerz', Remover has plunged headfirst into an explosive blend of rap, emo, digicore and even EDM spliced with glitchy video-game sounds – all with potent pop hooks. If that sounds whiplash inducing, that's because it is. But it's a bold, at times overwhelmingly anarchic, and completely addictive soundtrack to a really wild night out. To use the parlance of our times: it slaps. Hard. DM 3) Annahstasia - Tether Los-Angeles singer-songwriter Annahstasia stepped into the music industry at 17, quickly encountering executives eager to steer her away from the folk music she truly wanted to make. Now 30, after years of navigating that pressure, she's released her long-awaited debut album, 'Tether'. The result is a raw, beautiful and deeply captivating project, carried by her mesmerising voice - which evokes the soul of Nina Simone and Tracy Chapman. Across 11 stunning tracks, she offers candid reflections on love, desire, identity and self-doubt, over gorgeously minimalist and elegant instrumentals. Highlights include 'Villain', a powerful anthem of breaking free from toxicity, and 'Slow', a tender duet with Nigerian artist Obongjayar that stands out as one of the album's most touching moments. TF 2) Little Simz - Lotus On 'Lotus', her sixth album, Little Simz turns legal turmoil and personal fallout into creative firepower. After parting ways with longtime collaborator and childhood friend Inflo due to a bitter legal dispute, she teams up with producer Miles Clinton James to create a record that glides across moods and genres with ease. There's the venom-laced opener 'Thief', aimed squarely at Inflo; the afro-funk swagger of 'Lion'; and the breezy bossa nova of 'Only'. Guest appearances from Sampha, Wretch 32, Yussef Dayes and Michael Kiwanuka add colour to the palette, but the spotlight is never taken from Simz. It's a statement album - and a reminder that she's in a league of her own. TF 1) Kelela - In The Blue Light Two years ago, American singer-songwriter Kelela released 'Raven', one of our favourite albums of 2023. It was an ambient dance record that transported the listener back to the 90s club scene and enveloped them in an intoxicating set of songs. Two years later comes 'In The Blue Light', a live recording from two gigs Kelela held at the legendary Blue Note Jazz Club in New York. And the mood is very different this time. It jettisons the electronics, strips her songs back and reappropriates them with a soft and soulful ambience befitting the location. As for Kelela's vocal performance here, the jazz club suits her well, as her celestial delivery will send tingles to every one of your happy places. An absolute triumph of an album. DM There we have it. What did we miss and what were your music highlights of the year? In case you think we've lost our minds, here are some of our honorable mentions, which nearly made the cut: Japanese Breakfast - 'For Melancholy Brunettes'; Ethel Cain – 'Perverts'; Bon Iver - 'SABLE, fABLE'; Mogwai - 'The Bad Fire'; Lambrini Girls - 'Who Let The Dogs Out'; Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory - 'Sharon Van Etten & The Attachment Theory'; Julien Baker and Torres - 'Send A Prayer My Way'; The Mars Volta - 'Lucro Sucio; Los Ojos Del Vacio'. We're already looking ahead to the next half of the year, with a new EP from the ever-wonderful Nilüfer Yanya, a new LP from the legendary Cate Le Bon and The Divine Comedy's 13th studio album. Without forgetting the eagerly anticipated second album from Wet Leg, the sooner-than-expected (and already controversy-courting) new album from Sabrina Carpenter, and the return of Wolf Alice. Stay tuned to Euronews Culture to find out how many of our halfway mark picks make it to the End of Year Best Albums list. And make sure to check out our Best Movies of 2025 So Far ranking next week. Happy listening!
Engadget
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Engadget
Beat Saber support is ending on PS VR and PS VR2
Devindra Hardawar/Engadget It's the end of the line for Beat Saber on PS VR and PS VR2. While you'll still be able to buy and play the base game on both platforms, as well as any songs and music packs that were released before today (June 18), Beat Games is winding down support for those versions. They won't get any new songs or music packs. As such, the final song that became available for Beat Saber on PS VR and PS VR2 was Lady Gaga's "Abracadabra." Moreover, the PlayStation versions of Beat Saber will lose their multiplayer features on January 21 next year. Beat Games says that it will still provide customer support to players on those platforms. "As we look to the future and plan the next big leap for Beat Saber, we have made the decision to no longer release updates for PS4 and PS5 starting in June 2025," Beat Games wrote in a statement on X and its website . "Our passion for VR remains unwavering. We are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead and what we can bring to Beat Saber fans who have been on this journey with us over the past seven years." To view this content, you'll need to update your privacy settings. Please click here and view the "Content and social-media partners" setting to do so. — Beat Saber (@BeatSaber) June 18, 2025 This change doesn't impact the Steam VR version of Beat Saber . New songs, music packs and features are still coming to Beat Saber on Steam and Meta Quest platforms. Meta bought Beat Games back in 2019 . In effect, the company is ceasing Beat Saber development on platforms that do not support its own headsets It's most likely that Meta and Beat Games are ending their efforts on PlayStation versions of Beat Saber because they're no longer seeing enough of a return on investment (though ending multiplayer support is an odd move). By all accounts, Meta Quest headsets have far outsold PS VR2 units. It could be argued that Sony hasn't fully gotten behind its own platform. By my count, there are fewer than two dozen PS VR2-exclusive games. The most recent State of Play stream featured only one (non-exclusive) game for the platform, Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow . So, it's maybe not surprising that Meta is pulling the plug on Beat Saber on PlayStation's VR headsets. It's still a shame though, as Beat Saber arguably remains one of the best VR games around, and maybe even the killer VR app. At this point, it might be best for PS VR2 owners who have a capable-enough PC and want more Beat Saber songs to pick up the PC adaptor and play the game on that platform. After all, Beat Saber is modable on PC (and Meta Quest), and there are thousands of custom song maps available.
Elle
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
22 Summer Tours That Are Totally Worth Leaving the House For
There is nothing more magical than watching the sun set behind your favorite artist on a warm summer night as they sing their heart out to your favorite song. Just imagine Beyoncé belting '16 Carriages,' or Benson Boone flipping to 'Beautiful Things,' or Lady Gaga casting a spell with 'Abracadabra'—with a cocktail, over-priced chicken tenders, and your best friends in tow. This year, summer tours are coming at full force. Whether artists are going on solo adventures or heading to festivals like Lollapalooza, there's a plethora of live music to enjoy. Charli xcx is going global with the international leg of the Brat Tour, Billie Eilish continues to wow audiences with her Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour, and Blackpink is set to reunite with their Deadline Tour. Plus, Dua Lipa, Tate McRae, Zach Bryan, and countless other artists are coming to a city near you. Fans everywhere are about to be spoiled (and possibly broke) this season. Below, find the most anticipated summer tours of 2025, and where to purchase tickets for the shows. See you in the stadium. Dates: August 26-November 17 Take those headphones off and take a dive into the 'Aquamarine' waters of Addison Rae. The TikTok star and singer is going on her much-anticipated tour this summer in support of her debut album Addison. After hosting successful small performances, Rae will no doubt be bringing a downtown, party girl aesthetic to the stage, rounded out with background dancers and a full production. Find Tickets on Ticketmaster Starting June 20 Dates: August 22-November 18 Benson Boone is hitting the road in support of his upcoming album, American Heart, which is out on June 20. Tour attendees can expect to hear some of his hits, including his breakout track 'Beautiful Things,' and new songs from his album—along with electric performances and several flips throughout the set list. Find Tickets on Ticketmaster Find Tickets on StubHub Dates: On now-July 26 In support of her Grammy Award winning album, Beyoncé is taking her rodeo on the road this summer with her Cowboy Carter Tour. She rides around the stadium in a horseshoe, dances with her daughter Blue Ivy, and gives everyone a little taste of Renaissance as well. Dates: On now-November 23 During her Hit Me Hard and Soft shows, Billie Eilish performs hits from the titular album and also goes Brat, bringing 'Guess,' her collaboration with Charli xcx, to the masses. Dates: July 5, 2025-Jan. 25, 2026 The deadline for a new Blackpink album must be on the horizon, because the girls are set to go on tour this summer. After pursuing their own solo projects, Lisa, Jennie, Rosé, and Jisoo will reunite for shows around the globe. Only time will tell when the record will drop, but for now, it's Blackpink in your area. Dates: On now-August 10 The party doesn't stop as Charli xcx heads to Europe to continue her Brat tour. With hits galore, pop's favorite club kid puts on quite the performance—you'll be dripping in sweat from start to finish. Dates: On now-December 5 While she may have a song called 'End of an Era,' Dua Lipa's Radical Optimism season is just starting. This summer, the pop star heads on a global tour, fresh off the heels of her engagement to Callum Turner. She plays hits from all of her albums, offering fan service to those who've been with her from the beginning. Dates: On now-August 27 Recently, when I saw Gracie Abrams live, she said a song had a 'dance-y beat,' and then performed one of the saddest songs I've ever heard. I understand it though; sometimes dancing in my bedroom while crying is the only way through the hard times. The ultimate sad girl tours with some great openers, like Griff, this summer for her 2024 album The Secret of Us. Dates: On now-October 5 A true multidisciplinary artist, Michelle Zauner, the frontwoman of Japanese Breakfast, journeys out on the road for in support of the group's latest album For Melancholy Brunettes (& Sad Women). She's raking in the success, especially after her book Crying In H-Mart became a New York Times bestseller. Dates: August 14-September 25 When she's not prank calling her friends, Kali Uchis is on the stage, and this summer, she's heading to arenas across the country. Her album Sincerely went No. 2 on the Billboard 200, making this a late summer hot ticket. Dates: On now-December 7 You can say all you want about Katy Perry, but the Lifetimes Tour is going to be a show to remember. The pop star is currently flying sky-high across the United States, performing hits from her most recent album 143 and her past discography. Who wouldn't want to hear 'Teenage Dream' direct from the source with a few antics on the side? Sign us up. Dates: On now-December 10 Kendrick Lamar and SZA's Grand National Tour is the joint slay of the century. Following the success of their Super Bowl Halftime Show, the two frequent collaborators join forces once again to promote Lamar's GNX and SZA's SOS Deluxe: LANA. Two for the price of one? Let's go. Dates: July 1, 2025-March 21, 2026 Mother Kesha has returned with her new album, Period, and is going on tour with the Scissor Sisters, who you may remember for their queer anthem 'Let's Have a Kiki.' It's set to be a big ole' gay romp, one where attendees can expect Kesha's iconic hits like 'Tik Tok' and new music like 'Joyride.' Animals, are you ready? Dates: July 16, 2025-Jan. 29, 2026 Monsters beware: You might not survive this iconic tour. After an incredibly successful Coachella performance and record-breaking show in Brazil, Lady Gaga finally brings her recent album Mayhem to a city near you. Every performance so far has been downright incredible, so expect an absolute smash of a show, filled with Gaga's biggest hits. Dates: On now-November 20 Maren Morris, country pop's current rockstar is touring Dreamsicle, her most recent album. After going through a period of change in the last few years, Morris delivered an excellent body of work, making this one of my personal most-anticipated tours of 2025. Dates: July 12-August 5 Rising star Olivia Dean is finally coming to the United States on her Across the Atlantic Tour. The Brit, whose upcoming album The Art of Living is getting global recognition, is sure to croon her way through the U.S., bringing her unique sound to a new audience. Dates: On now-September 14 The Midwesterner in me is ready to drop some dough on anything that has 'Big Ass' in the title. (It's in my every day vernacular.) Post Malone's tour for his album F-1 Trillion, with Jelly Roll supporting, might just get me to enter my credit card information. Dates: On now-November 16 Shakira can do it all: launch a hair care brand, release a killer album, and go on a global tour. The international superstar, who is likely coming to your city this summer, tours her album Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, and has already given us surprises galore. For instance, in New York, she treated the crowd to an appearance by Rauw Alejando. Dates: On now-November 8 Tate McRae, I am strapped in to the passenger seat of your 'Sports Car.' Pop's newly minted dancing diva continues her trek around the world with her Miss Possessive Tour, making us wonder if she ever sleeps. Dates: On now-September 21 Tyler, the Creator is on tour for his album Chromakopia, his latest critically acclaimed project. He'll hit cities around the United States this summer, with two shows at Madison Square Garden and two at Barclays Center in New York.
Buzz Feed
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
This Quiz Determines If You'd Survive M3GAN
Our fave dancing robot is back — and she's got Wi-Fi, trauma, and murderous tendencies. With M3GAN 2.0 dropping soon, it's time to find out: Are you surviving the reboot…or becoming her next software update? You've survived the quiz — now brace yourself for M3GAN 2.0, in theatres June 27. In the comments below, drop a song that you'd wanna see M3GAN dance to. Mine is "Abracadabra" obvs. And for more, be sure to follow BuzzFeed Canada on Instagram and TikTok!
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Survivor' winner Luciano Plazibat reacts to the gays flooding his DMs
Between winning Survivor Croatia and going viral with a video of himself singing and dancing to "Abracadabra" by Lady Gaga, this has been a very special Pride Month for Luciano Plazibat. Now, the professional dancer and reality TV heartthrob is spilling some tea about his run on the show, his connection with Lady Gaga, and the response he's been getting from the gays since that viral video. Sign up for the to keep up with what's new in LGBTQ+ culture and entertainment — delivered three times a week straight (well…) to your inbox! "I have to admit that being on Survivor Croatia was never on my wish list, let alone imagining that I could win," Plazibat tells Out. "I always thought Survivor was more for the 'manly men,' for lack of a better word. Guys who excel at sports. And I'm a dancer. This could also be my upbringing talking, but [I thought] a dancer is for Dancing With the Stars, and athletic men go to Survivor." He adds, "I found that being a dancer definitely helped in the physical challenges on the show, so I changed my own mind and proved to myself that I'm capable of different things — even if I didn't necessarily plan for them. Survivor is hard; it was one of the most challenging experiences of my life. But after being on the show, I feel that not much else will be harder than that." Though Plazibat is still recovering from competing on (and winning) Survivor Croatia, the 26-year-old spent the weekend celebrating Zagreb Pride, has his 27th birthday coming up in a week — Monday, June 23 — and wants to attend Tomorrowland this year. "We're the best of friends, but she doesn't know it yet," Plazibat jokes when asked about Mother Monster. "Just kidding!" In reality, the Survivor winner was 10 years old when he first saw Gaga "coming out of that pool in the 'Poker Face' music video," adding: "I thought to myself, 'I need to have that mask, but also those bangs.' And the rest is history; I was a fan ever since." Plazibat says that being a Gaga fan has "kept me going as a dancer" over the years. "I'm still working towards one day performing [with her] and being on stage myself," he explains. "Name any one of her songs and I can dance it out right now." And yet, that creative connection with Gaga actually took an even more personal turn while Plazibat competed on Survivor Croatia. "In week two, some of the contestants made fun of me for being her fan. They even mentioned it as one of the reasons why I should be kicked out… half-jokingly, probably," he recalls. "But, to me, it became like a symbol of staying on Survivor. The longer I stayed, the more I would sing and dance." Plazibat's also proud to reveal that loving Lady Gaga is a family affair. "After two months of being on the show, we received video messages from our families, and my father quoted Lady Gaga in his video message," the Survivor Croatia star notes. "He wanted to motivate me, and send his support, and he knew exactly what to do." Meet Plazibat family😂 #moreenergy #passion #family #fyp The very online gays were introduced to Plazibat through his viral video of "Abracadabra," which was filmed after he had already won Survivor. The Croatian series — airing on Nova TV since 2022 — shared that video on its official Instagram page, which took Plazibat by surprise. "That video was actually filmed before my final interview on the TV studio. We were waiting for the interview to start," he explains. "Me being me, I felt like the room needed some entertainment; a little bit of 'Abracadabra.'" As far as Plazibat knew, he was just trying to entertain himself and the production crew while the equipment was set up for his final interview. Though he was mic'd and knew the cameras were on, he didn't realize that the footage of him singing and dancing "Abracadabra" before his final interview would ever be used. "It was a surprise to me to when the channel decided to post that," he says, adding that he also didn't expect that the video would go so viral. "I was very surprised, but also very happy, that the Little Monster community picked up on it." "Picked up on it" is an understatement: The video has gotten millions of views, and has reached way more people than just Little Monsters. The official Instagram page for Survivor Croatia first shared Plazibat's "Abracadabra" video on Saturday, May 24. Overall, the video has already reached 1.2 million views. On Wednesday, May 28 — just four days later — Plazibat's video was re-shared on X/Twitter and got a new wave of very thirsty (and very queer!) responses. "A contestant on Survivor sang Abracadabra," X/Twitter user @nichblink wrote along with the video, which can be seen below. This clip alone has reached 4.8 million views as of this writing — including 41,000 likes, 8,000 bookmarks, and 3,300 re-shares. Popular responses to the viral X/Twitter video include: "A big ass Chromatica tattoo." — @nichblink"The clap being precisely on beat is so satisfying." — @RandomSisco"Even the bulge was hyped af." — @volevonasceref"He can abracadabra his d*ck in my h*le." — @veterangagastan"Oh he has the choreo DOWN!! He even paused for the slayage at the end." — @MztrGaga"His bulge [face exhaling]." — @everardojnrr"I need him to abra my cadabra." — @cuutehoney"I see some magic I want to do a trick on." — @LosTexasDiablo Plazibat has accumulated 17 million likes and 348,700 followers on TikTok (@lucianoplazibat), 117,000 followers on Instagram (@lucianoplazibat), and 5,000 followers on X/Twitter (@PlazibatLuciano) as of this writing. Specifically, he's gained 9,500 followers on Instagram and 7,000 followers on TikTok since that viral "Abracadabra" video (via Social Blade). When asked about the reception of the video, Plazibat reveals that quite a few gays have been sliding into his DMs. "But who doesn't enjoy a little bit of flirting in the DMs? Or, in this case, a lot of flirting in the DMs." Wildest response to the video so far? "A certain adult movie actor re-posted my video on his story and wrote, 'Marry me.' And that's nice, right? Because usually it's the other way around." And, if anyone's curious, Plazibat confirms during this Out interview that he is indeed gay and single. Even when facing no-so-positive reactions to the viral video, Plazibat remains unbothered — and even friendly. "I figured out why Luciano Plazibat is irritating to me, and the sad truth is because the guy is actually happy, and it radiates from him. I'm just jealous and projecting," X user @trjkvcnkl wrote on Friday, May 30. Plazibat reacted to that X post, writing: "Hahahahaha, Nikola, let's grab some coffee." So, what's next for the Survivor Croatia winner? "Right now I'm taking some time off for the summer," he says. "I have some offers and plans for future projects in the fall, but nothing confirmed yet." "But, whatever I do, I'll see to it that it's always something creative and entertaining for me and for others. Everyone needs a little bit of 'Abracadabra' right now," Plazibat says. Ne znam mogu li bit luđi od ovoga… GLEDAMO SE USKORO!! Na mom instagramu imate više o ovome! Ali zasada dijelim samo ovo!! SURVIVOR 2025 !!! IM BACK 🔥🕷️♥️😂💪🏼 #survivor2025 #survivor #survivorbalkan #survivorhrvatska #survivorserbia
