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Tom's Guide
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Hulu's newest show is an epic drama series that's earned a perfect 100% on Rotten Tomatoes — and you can stream it now
As of today (July 23), Hulu's latest drama "Washington Black" is now available to stream — and it's earned a rare perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes. If this is the first time you're hearing that name, Selwyn Seyfu Hinds' new eight-part Hulu series is an adaptation of Esi Edugyan's bestselling novel of the same name. It's a steampunk-infused, epic adventure drama that follows a 19th-century young Black man with a scientific mind, and the first reviews that have come in suggest it belongs on your radar. Here's a little more info about "Washington Black," and a round-up of what critics have had to say about the new series so far, so you can decide whether you want to stream it yourself. "Washington Black" is a 19th-century-set story about 11-year-old George Washington "Wash" Black (Ernest Kingsley Jr.). Born on a Barbados sugar plantation, Wash possesses an impressive scientific mind. After a harrowing incident forces him to flee, Wash is thrust into a globe-spanning adventure, one that challenges and reshapes his understanding of family, freedom and love, and sees him navigating uncharted lands and impossible odds. In addition to Kingsley Jr., the series also stars Riupert Graves, Iola Evans, Edward Bluemel, Sharon Duncan Brewster, Eddie Karanja, Tom Ellis, and "Paradise" star Sterling K. Brown. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Early reviews for "Washington Black" sure suggest it's a show you shouldn't skip. As I mentioned, Hulu's new series has earned a coveted 100% critics' score on the review aggregate site, Rotten Tomatoes. While that rating's only been generated from a total of 8 reviews (at the time of writing), it still means every accredited critic has enjoyed what they've streamed. As an example of what's been said, The Hollywood Reporter's Angie Han said "Washington Black" "occasionally takes on the dutiful feel of an education video," but added: "Still, for a fictionalized history lesson, it's a fun one, full of surprising twists and charming turns." Reviewing for Sherin Nicole described it as "a wonderment," and as "a sweeping, globe-trotting adventure in the spirit of Jules Verne's science-fiction marvels and the haunting depth of Toni Morrison's "Beloved."" And, finally, Collider's Carly Lane bills the show as "the epic adventure tale you need to watch this summer" in her 7/10 review, calling it "a story that has all the hallmarks of classic adventure tales," and heaping praise on the ensemble's performances. The Guardian's Hannah J Davies offers a slightly more measured take in her 3-star reaction, calling the series both "highly wobbly" and "highly watchable." While she argues the series is "sanding down the corners of its source material" and lacks friction, Davies nevertheless said "Washington Black" was, ultimately, "very easy to watch." On balance, then, yes, it seems "Washington Black" is going to be worthy of your precious streaming time. If your interest's been piqued, all eight episodes of "Washington Black" are now available to stream on Hulu and on Disney Plus internationally. Not sold on "Washington Black," and still looking for your next watch? Take a look at our guides to the best shows on Hulu and the best Disney Plus shows for tons of top streaming recommendations worthy of a spot on your watchlist. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
Time of India
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Giveon's announces ‘Dear Beloved' tour after album debuts in Billboard 200 top 10
R&B singer Giveon achieved a career milestone with the release of his highly anticipated second album, Beloved , which debuted at No. 8 on the Billboard 200 with his biggest first-week sales yet. Following this commercial success, Giveon has announced a major North American headlining tour titled ' Dear Beloved , The Tour ' slated to begin October 1, 2025, in Seattle and conclude November 6 in New York City. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Management others Data Analytics Product Management MCA Public Policy Artificial Intelligence Finance Leadership Degree Healthcare Others MBA Cybersecurity Data Science Operations Management Project Management Data Science Design Thinking CXO Digital Marketing healthcare PGDM Technology Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK General Management Programme India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK GMPBE India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta CERT-IIMC APSPM India Starts on undefined Get Details Album breakthrough and sales Released on July 11, 2025, under Not So Fast and Epic Records, Beloved marked Giveon's most successful entry on the Billboard 200 to date, with 44,000 total first-week equivalent album units sold. This figure includes 8,000 pure album sales, making it a significant improvement over his 2022 debut project, Give or Take , which ranked at No. 11. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas In Dubai | Search Ads Get Rates Undo 'Beloved was made live, so it is made to be performed live,' Giveon told Rolling Stone , emphasizing the album's vivid arrangements and emotional depth achieved through strings, horns, and background vocals in the recording. The 14-track project notably features singles such as 'Twenties' and 'Rather Be,' both of which have charted in the top 30 of the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, further driving the album's popularity. This entry into the top 10 follows his previous high-water mark: the 2021 compilation When It's All Said & Done…Take Time , which peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 and earned Giveon multiple Grammy nominations. Live Events View this post on Instagram A post shared by GIVĒON (@giveon) 'Dear Beloved' tour announcement Capitalizing on the album's success, Giveon officially announced 'Dear Beloved, The Tour' via Instagram on July 22, 2025, to enthusiastic fan acclaim. The 17-date North American tour will visit key markets including Vancouver, Atlanta, Toronto, Boston, Las Vegas, Houston, Los Angeles, and more before culminating at Madison Square Garden in New York City on November 6. Special guests slated to join Giveon on select tour stops are Free Nationals, Charlotte Day Wilson, and Sasha Keable, promising an immersive live show experience that mirrors the intricate production of Beloved . Tickets went on pre-sale July 22, 2025, with general sales beginning July 25, available through major ticketing platforms like Ticketmaster and Giveon's official website. Tour dates - Highlighted schedule Oct 1, Seattle, WA – WAMU Theater Oct 10, Los Angeles, CA – The Novo Oct 17, Atlanta, GA – Tabernacle Oct 23, Toronto, ON – Massey Hall Nov 6, New York, NY – Madison Square Garden (Tour finale) (Full tour dates available on Giveon's official website)
Japan Today
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Japan Today
Giveon's 'Beloved' highlights the universal commonality of love and romance struggles
By GARY GERARD HAMILTON Giveon has been on a quest for musical and personal growth since releasing his studio debut three years ago. But the more things have changed, they've also stayed the same. 'The girls didn't stop,' he said with a sly smile. 'I don't even know if I grew in that area.' That's not necessarily bad news for the 'Heartbreak Anniversary' singer, because when it comes to emoting about the complexities of love and romance, the business of Giveon is always booming. 'I don't wanna get to a point where I start talking about the same thing, but there's so much still left to say," he said. The seven-time Grammy nominee says plenty on his anticipated sophomore album, 'Beloved,' out Friday. He won't argue that it's another heartbreak manifesto, but he insists this project is more nuanced and introspective. 'I like to write songs about what people are thinking, but they don't want to say out loud,' said the Drake and Justin Bieber collaborator. 'Some of these experiences aren't that unique. I'll Google something random, like, 'Yo, my elbow itches on Thursday — what is that?' Somebody'll be like, 'My elbow's itching on Thursday, too!' So, I'm like we all going through the same thing.' Following 2020's 'Give or Take,' the 13-track featureless album was crafted during a three-year period, with Giveon writing on every song. With the bulk of production handled by Sevn Thomas, Peter Lee Johnson and Matthew Burnett, the rich sounds of live musicians were recorded and songs began as jam sessions. It was a change for the 'Like I Want You' artist who generally starts his creative process by first writing over instrumental loops. Giveon's identifiable baritone voice, wrapped around relationship musings, has consistently cut through the vibe-centered and party-focused R&B that's dominated the past decade. Some fans and critics complain that vulnerability is absent among today's artists, as phrases like 'if it don't feel like 90s R&B, I don't want it' have become popular hashtags. Giveon evokes that golden era nostalgia, but you won't find him begging and pleading to lost loves in the music video rain like many popular artists of that time. 'If she's upset, I get on my knees and lock my fingers and be like, 'Come on, please?' She's gonna look at me crazy,' joked the 30-year-old. 'I don't even like being outside in the rain no way – I don't want to get sick.' Ahead of 'BELOVED,' Giveon released 'Twenties," peaking at No. 6 on Billboard's hot R&B songs, and 'Rather Be.' Standout tracks include the soulful ballad 'Numb,' and 'I Can Tell' in which he desires to rescue a love interest from an unhappy relationship. 'Bleeding' — where one could argue there's some pleading — is also a highlight, as he sings, 'I'm stepping over pieces, broken heart's on the floor / Cut my skin trying to make you whole again / So, I'm bleeding for your love.' 'That's almost more than pleading. I'm damaged trying to help you get put back together ... it's almost deeper and more vulnerable in ways because we could be taking the risk of being hurt as well,' he said of the song while defending his musical generation. 'It's easier to do that for something you've lost, but what if you feel like you really haven't lost anyone yet? Worth getting pneumonia over?' Currently, there are plans for a tour, and he revealed he's open to creating a joint EP with Teddy Swims, a desire made known by the pop-soul singer in a previous interview with The Associated Press. Earlier this year, they joined forces on 'Are You Even Real' which reached No. 1 on multiple Billboard charts, including adult R&B airplay. Giveon, who's also interested in creating short films, is adamant about one central creative principle: timelessness. He's always considering how his art will be reevaluated in the future. 'I don't speak in a trendy way — I just speak my authentic language. If you go look at a text read from 10 years ago, 15 years ago, I'm probably speaking the exact same way. So, I think authenticity is what makes sure it's not dated,' he said. 'I don't even like to cuss in my music ... that takes away from it, too. There's no cuss words on here, actually. My granny will love it.' © Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
Gulf Today
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
Giveon returns with ‘Beloved' album after three-year hiatus
Giveon has been on a quest for musical and personal growth since releasing his studio debut three years ago. But the more things have changed, they've also stayed the same. 'The girls didn't stop,' he said with a sly smile. 'I don't even know if I grew in that area.' That's not necessarily bad news for the 'Heartbreak Anniversary' singer, because when it comes to emoting about the complexities of love and romance, the business of Giveon is always booming. 'I don't wanna get to a point where I start talking about the same thing, but there's so much still left to say,' he said. The seven-time Grammy nominee says plenty on his anticipated sophomore album, 'Beloved,' out on Friday. He won't argue that it's another heartbreak manifesto, but he insists this project is more nuanced and introspective. 'I like to write songs about what people are thinking, but they don't want to say out loud,' said the Drake and Justin Bieber collaborator. 'Some of these experiences aren't that unique. I'll Google something random, like, 'Yo, my elbow itches on Thursday — what is that?' Somebody'll be like, 'My elbow's itching on Thursday, too!' So, I'm like we all going through the same thing.' Following 2020's 'Give or Take,' the 13-track featureless album was crafted during a three-year period, with Giveon writing on every song. With the bulk of production handled by Sevn Thomas, Peter Lee Johnson and Matthew Burnett, the rich sounds of live musicians were recorded and songs began as jam sessions. It was a change for the 'Like I Want You' artist who generally starts his creative process by first writing over instrumental loops. Giveon's identifiable baritone voice, wrapped around relationship musings, has consistently cut through the vibe-centered and party-focused R&B that's dominated the past decade. Some fans and critics complain that vulnerability is absent among today's artists, as phrases like 'if it don't feel like 90s R&B, I don't want it' have become popular hashtags. Giveon evokes that golden era nostalgia, but you won't find him begging and pleading to lost loves in the music video rain like many popular artists of that time. 'If she's upset, I get on my knees and lock my fingers and be like, 'Come on, please?' She's gonna look at me crazy,' joked the 30-year-old. 'I don't even like being outside in the rain no way — I don't want to get sick.' Ahead of 'Beloved,' Giveon released 'Twenties,' peaking at No. 6 on Billboard's hot R&B songs, and 'Rather Be.' Standout tracks include the soulful ballad 'Numb,' and 'I Can Tell' in which he desires to rescue a love interest from an unhappy relationship. 'Bleeding' — where one could argue there's some pleading — is also a highlight, as he sings, 'I'm stepping over pieces, broken heart's on the floor / Cut my skin trying to make you whole again / So, I'm bleeding for your love.' 'That's almost more than pleading. I'm damaged trying to help you get put back together ... it's almost deeper and more vulnerable in ways because we could be taking the risk of being hurt as well,' he said of the song while defending his musical generation. 'It's easier to do that for something you've lost, but what if you feel like you really haven't lost anyone yet? Worth getting pneumonia over?' Currently, there are plans for a tour, and he revealed he's open to creating a joint EP with Teddy Swims, a desire made known by the pop-soul singer in a previous interview with The Associated Press. Earlier this year, they joined forces on 'Are You Even Real' which reached No. 1 on multiple Billboard charts, including adult R&B airplay. Giveon, who's also interested in creating short films, is adamant about one central creative principle: timelessness. He's always considering how his art will be reevaluated in the future. Associated Press
Toronto Sun
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Toronto Sun
Giveon's 'Beloved' highlights the universal commonality of love and romance struggles
Published Jul 11, 2025 • 3 minute read Giveon poses for a portrait on Thursday, May 29, 2025, in New York. Photo by Gary Gerard Hamilton / AP Giveon has been on a quest for musical and personal growth since releasing his studio debut three years ago. But the more things have changed, they've also stayed the same. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. 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Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account 'The girls didn't stop,' he said with a sly smile. 'I don't even know if I grew in that area.' That's not necessarily bad news for the 'Heartbreak Anniversary' singer, because when it comes to emoting about the complexities of love and romance, the business of Giveon is always booming. 'I don't wanna get to a point where I start talking about the same thing, but there's so much still left to say,' he said. The seven-time Grammy nominee says plenty on his anticipated sophomore album, 'Beloved,' out Friday. He won't argue that it's another heartbreak manifesto, but he insists this project is more nuanced and introspective. 'I like to write songs about what people are thinking, but they don't want to say out loud,' said the Drake and Justin Bieber collaborator. 'Some of these experiences aren't that unique. I'll Google something random, like, 'Yo, my elbow itches on Thursday _ what is that?' Somebody'll be like, 'My elbow's itching on Thursday, too!' So, I'm like we all going through the same thing.' Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Following 2020's 'Give or Take,' the 13-track featureless album was crafted during a three-year period, with Giveon writing on every song. With the bulk of production handled by Sevn Thomas, Peter Lee Johnson and Matthew Burnett, the rich sounds of live musicians were recorded and songs began as jam sessions. It was a change for the 'Like I Want You' artist who generally starts his creative process by first writing over instrumental loops. Giveon's identifiable baritone voice, wrapped around relationship musings, has consistently cut through the vibe-centered and party-focused R&B that's dominated the past decade. Some fans and critics complain that vulnerability is absent among today's artists, as phrases like 'if it don't feel like 90s R&B, I don't want it' have become popular hashtags. Giveon evokes that golden era nostalgia, but you won't find him begging and pleading to lost loves in the music video rain like many popular artists of that time. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'If she's upset, I get on my knees and lock my fingers and be like, 'Come on, please?' She's gonna look at me crazy,' joked the 30-year-old. 'I don't even like being outside in the rain no way — I don't want to get sick.' Ahead of 'BELOVED,' Giveon released 'Twenties,' peaking at No. 6 on Billboard's hot R&B songs, and 'Rather Be.' Standout tracks include the soulful ballad 'Numb,' and 'I Can Tell' in which he desires to rescue a love interest from an unhappy relationship. 'Bleeding' — where one could argue there's some pleading — is also a highlight, as he sings, 'I'm stepping over pieces, broken heart's on the floor / Cut my skin trying to make you whole again / So, I'm bleeding for your love.' 'That's almost more than pleading. I'm damaged trying to help you get put back together … it's almost deeper and more vulnerable in ways because we could be taking the risk of being hurt as well,' he said of the song while defending his musical generation. 'It's easier to do that for something you've lost, but what if you feel like you really haven't lost anyone yet? Worth getting pneumonia over?' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Currently, there are plans for a tour, and he revealed he's open to creating a joint EP with Teddy Swims, a desire made known by the pop-soul singer in a previous interview with The Associated Press. Earlier this year, they joined forces on 'Are You Even Real' which reached No. 1 on multiple Billboard charts, including adult R&B airplay. Giveon, who's also interested in creating short films, is adamant about one central creative principle: timelessness. He's always considering how his art will be reevaluated in the future. 'I don't speak in a trendy way — I just speak my authentic language. If you go look at a text thread from 10 years ago, 15 years ago, I'm probably speaking the exact same way. So, I think authenticity is what makes sure it's not dated,' he said. 'I don't even like to cuss in my music … that takes away from it, too. There's no cuss words on here, actually. My granny will love it.' Love concerts, but can't make it to the venue? 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