Latest news with #Bed
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Live Wire: Ware River Club celebrates 25th anniversary of second album
There's a cliché that says bands' second albums are never as good as their first because they had all the time in the world to create the first one but often rush to release their sophomore efforts. Ware River Club certainly didn't adhere to any of that conventional wisdom. First, the group took three years to record its second record, 'Don't Take It Easy,' and the results were deemed every bit as good as the inaugural album, 'The Bad Side of Otis Ave.' The band will be celebrating the 25th anniversary of 'Don't Take It Easy' with a show at the Iron Horse Music Hall in Northampton on Aug. 8 at 7 p.m. Lead singer and songwriter Matt Hebert talked about the album in a recent interview with The Republican. Q: 'The Bad Side of Otis Ave.' featured a wide array of players, including local legend Ray Mason and renowned drummer Keith Leverault, but by the time of the second album, the band had changed and coalesced into a more permanent unit. How did that solidifying of the lineup happen? A: After we made 'Bad Side,' we started playing locally and had a few shows in New York and Boston with the original lineup. We felt like we had something we wanted to take a little further and start doing some touring and started to travel down to SXSW and the Carolinas. Ray and Keith were both incredibly busy musicians. We needed to find a rhythm section that could commit to a lot of shows per year. Don McAulay had just auditioned for Cheri Knight's band and she introduced us. Matt Sharff was tight with Don and playing with the Johnson Boys, who we knew. We all got along well and liked a lot of the same music. It clicked. Q: How do you think that solidified lineup affected the sound and mood of 'Don't Take It Easy'? A: The rhythm section changed, but myself, Matt Cullen and Bob Hennessy were still writing in a very similar style as 'Bad Side.' I guess the biggest change is that we played a bunch of shows before going into the studio. 'Don't Take It Easy' is a natural follow-up to 'Bad Side.' It's really not that different in style or vibe. There may be a tiny bit more Replacements in there. Q: Did the new lineup change your approach to arranging the songs or what you wanted to hear musically? A: It didn't. It was more about us all catching our groove as a band. I think we had it with 'Bad Side,' and I think we found it with 'Don't Take It Easy.' We're talking about Ray Mason and Keith Leverault as a rhythm section and Don McAulay and Matt Sharff as rhythm section. Everyone involved are such solid players. Q: What made that album particularly memorable to you? A: I think this album has some of our best songs, and it was scrappy in all the best ways. Bob and Matty both brought bangers to the table. There are four songs on this record that I consider among my best, and I still perform regularly. 'Bed' is probably the song I'm most proud of. Q: Looking back to 25 years ago, has your songwriting changed much since those days, and if so, how? A: My process is so different now. It's way more regimented and organized. In my 20s, I threw everything at the wall. I'm a bit more thoughtful these days. I write on a schedule. I put time aside daily to write and edit. It sounds precious but it keeps me focused. Q: Your third album, 'Cathedral,' came out just a few years later and was the band's swan song. Any thoughts of recording as a band again in the future? A: Ummm. That might happen that day after the Iron Horse! (Hebert then makes an imaginary aside comment to the co-owner of Northampton's SpiritHouse Music recording studio): You have everything wired up Danny Bernini? Read the original article on MassLive. Solve the daily Crossword
L'Orient-Le Jour
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- L'Orient-Le Jour
Gucci in Beirut, a history of Lebanese advertising and the return of its popstars
Some weekends are for rest, others are for trying to see everything at once. I've somehow committed to seeing Carmen in Baalbeck, Oakenfest in Lehfed and the vague but urgent idea of a sea swim all in the same 48 hours. Oh, and I'm excruciatingly close to the last few chapters of my book. Wish me luck! In the spirit of overcomitting to culture, this week's selection of Breakfast in Bed has a rich spread, either to help you plan your own repertoire of excursions, or to help feed your cultural appetite from the comfort of your bed. Enjoy At 53, pan-arab pop star Carlole Samaha, in the middle of grief, regional collapse and a career comeback, is choosing to tackle the demanding stage of musical theatre. In her interview with L'Orient-Le Jour, she reflects on ambition after working with the Rahbanis, the pressure of performance and what it means to keep going when other people's paychecks are on the line. Jad Rahmeh is the director who, among a portfolio of work for illustrious clients, staged a Gucci shoot at Sporting Club in Beirut. He spoke with L'Orient-Le Jour about the rise of his career, his creative process and how he channeled spontaneity while filming the now viral Dazed x Gucci video. Not many pop stars can say they've shared barracks with U.N. peacekeepers in South Lebanon, but then again, not many pop stars are Nâdiya. In one of Raphael Abdelnour's brilliantly oddball interviews, the early-2000s icon dishes on her return to the stage, Catholic school grudges, cardio routines and why Enrique Iglesias wasn't quite her type. The instantly recognizable retro MEA or Air Liban posters conjure nostalgia for Beirut's golden era and the thrill of the jet age. But beyond the charm, they chart a deeper story. The Philippe Jabre poster exhibition offers a way to trace the trajectory of modern Lebanon through the lens of what it once wanted the world to see. I'm also hoping they have a gift shop! For more must-see exhibitions taking place across the Middle East from Beirut to Amman, Cairo to Abu Dhabi — Marguerita Sejaan's Culture Map this week highlights the abundance and diversity of the regional art scene.
Cosmopolitan
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Amazon Prime Day's Legging Deals Are SO Good—Save Up to 67%
I've been counting down to the start of Amazon Prime Day like it's Christmas morning—because, well, it sorta is. Only better. You won't have to unwrap a regifted Bed, Bath & Beyond lotion set (again) or a sweater three sizes too big (because grandma swears you'll grow into 27??). Instead, in 48 hours or less, your front porch will be littered with packages straight off your wish list—on-sale AirPod Maxes, Bella Hadid's 50%-off Levi's shorts, this LED red light therapy mask that will save your skin. You know, things you will actually use/wear/won't sell on eBay for enough Aperol Spritz money to cope with the family trauma. And while there are a lot of deals to comb through—even if you're just focused on a closet revamp—you've gotta start somewhere. Let that somewhere be the athleisure department. If for no other reason than this: Leggings are up to 67% off RN. You'll find unbelievable deals on usually pricey Beyond Yoga, Adidas, and Splits59 styles, as well as Amazon versions that are so cheap it should be illegal. See: Paige DeSorbo's $6 leggings for evidence. In addition to Paige's fave pair, there are a tonssss of viral styles on Amazon that deserve your attention. Take these Sunzel leggings, which are under $20 for Prime Day (!!) and basically a hybrid of lululemon's Align and Wunder materials, or this similarly classic high-waisted style with 50,000 rave reviews (enough said). There's even a flare version with that universally flattering crossover waistband and a design so comfy a shopper said "if [they] could live in these [they] would." If you're looking for a higher-end style (without the high-end price tag), good new: Amazon has that too. Rhone's Ripple 7/8 Workout Leggings are 60% off and still in stock in every size—which practically never happens, BTW. They have that same crossover waistband (that legit looks good on everyone) and are crafted from a material that wicks away moisture and fights odor. This is key for anyone with a gym crush. "Love these pants! Very comfortable," one customer says. "I can easily wear them all day [and] they look a little fancier than regular leggings." Buy them! Wear them! Love them! Whether ya need 'em for your daily 10k steps or just want to look the part on your morning matcha run (who said pilates girls have to actually do pilates???). Megan Schaltegger is an NYC-based writer. She loves strong coffee, eating her way through the Manhattan food scene, and her dog, Murray. She promises not to talk about herself in third person IRL.
Buzz Feed
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Remember These? 28 Millennial Childhood Classics
These Disney bedsheet pillow covers and duvets: And these collectable Disney plates: Nutri-Grain bars when they came in the shiny wrapping with colors that matched the flavors: Trix yogurt, which was extra special if it was a surprise in your lunchbox: These Brain Quest flashcards which, honestly, were so much fun: The Stinky Cheese Man book with the best cover ever: The battery with a power check function that kind of really hurt your fingers: This unstoppable pairing at lunch during elementary school: That pink amoxicillin medicine for when you had an ear ache: These bad boys that made all of your computer games sound better: Those multi-disc CD players so you could listen to more than one album: Those bath beads that dissolved in the water: Ashtrays built into the back of car seats: Those Scooby-Doo fruit snacks that were better than all the rest: Kid Cuisines, which meant you got to watch TV while eating dinner: A Netflix DVD delivered in the MAIL! A Talkboy to record all of your very important detective information: Flintstones Push Up Pops, especially during the summer: Riverdance starring Michael Flatley, which every class watched at some point in elementary school: The spoon and cherries from the "Baby Alive" doll: The 100-pack blank CD spindles next to your computer so you could burn CDs for you and your BFF: Mead's Académie Sketch Pads with that nice thick paper: Those Flintstones Vitamins (red and purple were the best): Snuggies, which you were tempted to buy every time you were in Bed, Bath & Beyond: A Discman with the Anti-Skip System: The velcro paddle game that had the most satisfying sound: The styrofoam gliders you begged your parents to buy for you at the hardware store checkout: And finally, a family computer with this as the login screen: Are there any other things you'd include on this list? Let us know in the comments!
Daily Mirror
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Primark's 'perfect' new £10 bedding 'looks amazing' in your home
Shoppers say they 'absolutely love' the 'unreal' bedding that looks 'so beautiful' in your bedroom Primark has wowed shoppers with "beautiful" new bedding sets that start from £10. Customers "absolutely love" the new bow design, perfect for fans of the popular home decor trend. It's not the first time the retailer has impressed interior design lovers with its bow-themed decor, but the reaction to the new bedding suggests the trend isn't going anywhere. Shoppers couldn't wait to get their hands on the "unreal" design after the range went viral on social media. It was featured in several trending posts, including a TikTok video shared by @primark_motherwell. The post said: "Brand new Bow Bedding just arrived in store." It showcased the £10 single bedding set. Elsewhere, Facebook page Dansway Gifts and Bargains UK also shared a post highlighting the bedding. The caption read: "This Bow Bedding Set, which is NEW IN at Primark, looks AMAZING on display!" Both posts were inundated with comments from excited shoppers who loved the look of the bedding. A shopper echoed: "How unreal! I love this." Another praised: "This is so cute," and a commenter thought: "This is pretty for the girls bedroom." Another viewer tagged a friend, writing: "This would look mint in your room I won't lie." A similar response read: "Perfect for you." A different shopper added: "I'm obsessed." Unfortunately, some social media users said they'd struggled to find the bedding in their local store. For instance, someone said: "I cannot find this anywhere, not even online!" A shopper wrote: "Never have it in when ye go." Another viewer claimed: "Washers horrible after a couple times." At the time of writing, it doesn't look like the new set is available on Primark's website. However, there is a selection of bow-themed bedding. For instance, there's a £25 Ribbon and Bow King Duvet Cover Set, a £20 Ribbon and Bow Double Duvet Cover Set, and a £15 Striped Ribbon Bow Single Duvet Cover Set. Primark describes the pink bedding as "a duvet cover set with appliqué bow and ribbon." There's also a £14 Reversible Teddy Bear Single Bed Set, an £18 Reversible Teddy Bear Double Bed Set, and a £25 Reversible Teddy Bear King Bed Set. It's described as "a bed set with duvet, pillows and fitted sheet with teddy and bow design." The full description adds: "This reversible teddy bears double bed set is a cosy addition to any child's bedroom. Designed for a double sized bed, it includes a duvet cover, matching pillowcase and a fitted sheet. "One side features a charming teddy bear design with bow details, while the reverse offers a sweet a striped look, perfect for switching things up. Whether you go with the teddy bears or flip to the alternate design, it brings comfort and a touch of playfulness to bedtime."
