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Hindustan Times
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Sabrina Carpenter unveils new cover for Man's Best Friend: ‘Approved by God'
Sabrina Carpenter has finally responded to the controversy surrounding her next album, Man's Best Friend, and its cover in her own subtle way. The pop icon has now dropped a new cover on Instagram and said that it has been approved by 'god' himself. In the black and white poster, Sabrina can be seen in a sleeveless gown, clutching onto the arm of a man, who is looking away from the camera. In the background, we can spot a few other men, dressed in formals. Sabrina Carpenter unveiled an alternative cover for Man's Best Friend(Getty Images via AFP) The Grammy-winning singer's caption read, 'I signed some copies of Man's Best Friend for you guys & here is a new alternate cover approved by God available now on my website.' What was the controversy? A few weeks ago, Sabrina Carpenter announced Man's Best Friend. At that time, the star also revealed a cover art featuring her on her knees in a black little dress. In front of her was a man clutching her hair. The cover stirred a debate online, with many labeling it inappropriate. Sabrina Carpenter's 7th Album: Man's Best Friend Man's Best Friend marks Sabrina Carpenter's seventh studio album. She has earlier released Eyes Wide Open, Evolution, Singular: Act I, Singular: Act II, Emails I Can't Send and Short n' Sweet. Busy Tour Schedule Ahead Sabrina Carpenter will perform at London's iconic Hyde Park on July 5 and 6. Then, the star will impress her fans at Lollapalooza on August 3. In October, she will perform at both weekends of Austin City Limits (October 4 and 11). Later in the year, Sabrina will begin another part of her Short n' Sweet tour in North America. This includes three concerts each at Madison Square Garden in New York and Arena in Los Angeles. ALSO READ: Offset reveals Sabrina Carpenter as his celebrity crush: 'Great taste in her…' FAQs 1. Why was Sabrina Carpenter's Man's Best Friend album cover controversial? The original cover showed her kneeling while a man held her hair. 2. What does 'approved by God' mean in Sabrina's new album cover post? It is a tongue-in-cheek response from Sabrina, showing she stands by her creative choices. 3. How many albums has Sabrina Carpenter released so far? Man's Best Friend marks Sabrina Carpenter's seventh studio album. She has earlier released Eyes Wide Open, Evolution, Singular: Act I, Singular: Act II, Emails I Can't Send and Short n' Sweet.
Korea Herald
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Twice hits gold in Japan with best-of album
The fifth best-of album in Japan from Twice, '#Twice5,' certified for gold by the Recording Industry Association of Japan. In addition, 'I Can't Stop Me,' title track from second studio album 'Eyes Wide Open,' surpassed 200 million streams and cinched double platinum certification. The single is its third song to achieve the feat, after 'Feel Special' from 2023 and 'The Feels' from 2024. Twice is poised to roll out its sixth LP in Japan, 'Enemy,' on Aug. 27, while the nonet would be touring the nation for its upcoming international tour. The tour is named after its fourth full album 'This Is For,' set to be released July 11. Separately, Chaeyoung will come out with her first solo set soon as the fourth member to do so.
Mint
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Surprise, Surprise! Sabrina Carpenter announces new album: Name, release date, all you need to know
Sabrina Carpenter has returned from her 'short and sweet' break and has already announced the name of her upcoming album. "Man's Best Friend", her new project, follows the lines of her previous album "Short n' Sweet". Carpenter shared this news on Instagram on June 11 that her project will be launching this summer. She took to Instagram to post this new update, with the caption, "My new album, Man's Best Friend is out on August 29, 2025. I can't wait for it to be yours x. Pre-order now." The post featured Carpenter in black stilettos, down on her knees, with a man grabbing a fistful of her hair. Another image in the post featured a dog with a collar and locket that reads 'Man's Best Friend.' Sabrina Carpenter's career began with YouTube covers at age 10, leading to her Disney Channel breakthrough as Maya Hart in Girl Meets World (2014–2017) . Simultaneously, she released early albums (Eyes Wide Open, Evolution, and the Singular series) under Hollywood Records, blending teen pop with introspective themes . Transitioning from Disney, she pursued mature acting roles in films like The Hate U Give (2018) and Netflix's Tall Girl franchise . Her 2021 shift to Island Records brought in some mainstream stardom with Emails I Can't Send (2022), featuring viral hits Nonsense and Feather. A 2023–2024 opening slot on Taylor Swift's Eras Tour amplified her global reach. Later, her album Short n' Sweet debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, spawned the chart-topping "Espresso" and "Please Please Please," and earned two Grammy Awards, cementing her pop icon status .
Hindustan Times
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Sabrina Carpenter unveils new album Man's Best Friend: ‘Can't wait for it to be yours'
Sabrina Carpenter is all set to release her next album, Man's Best Friend, on August 29 via Island Records. The announcement came days after she released her latest single, Manchild. During an Instagram Live on Wednesday, Sabrina Carpenter gave fans a sneak peek of the album in a relaxed way. The singer was flipping through classic vinyls from icons like Donna Summer, ABBA and Dolly Parton before casually revealing her own. She played the album on a turntable, and fans also got their first look at the cover art during the session. Man's Best Friend is now available for pre-order. Fans can also grab a limited edition picture disc that features a unique painting by artist Jacob Rochester. The artwork shows Sabrina Carpenter with a man near her feet. A post shared by Sabrina Carpenter (@sabrinacarpenter) Man's Best Friend marks Sabrina's seventh studio release. Her earlier records include Eyes Wide Open, Evolution, Singular: Act I, Singular: Act II, Emails I Can't Send and Short n' Sweet. With each new album, she has continued to grow her sound while keeping things fresh and fun for fans. Sabrina Carpenter is keeping the momentum going with a busy tour schedule this summer. On Saturday, the singer performed Manchild live at Primavera Sound in Barcelona. Up next are two back-to-back shows at London's Hyde Park on July 5 and 6, followed by a set at Lollapalooza on August 3. In October, she will hit both weekends of Austin City Limits (October 4 and 11). Later in the fall, the star kicks off another North American leg of her Short n' Sweet tour, including three shows each at New York's Madison Square Garden and L.A.'s Arena. Man's Best Friend is set to release on August 29 via Island Records. The limited edition comes as a picture disc featuring artwork by Jacob Rochester. It shows Sabrina with a man sitting at her feet. Man's Best Friend is her seventh studio album. Her earlier albums include Eyes Wide Open, Evolution, Singular: Act I, Singular: Act II, Emails I Can't Send and Short n' Sweet. Also read: 'This one's about you!!': Is Sabrina Carpenter's 'Manchild' about ex Barry Keoghan?
CairoScene
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
French Artist Sarilou Launches ‘Coeur Eternel' Party at CJC May 29th
The party features a lineup of regional and local female artists like Marcelina, Sareena, Contrasté and Femaledjkhaled. May 27, 2025 French alt-pop singer and producer Sarilou is set to launch her femme-fatale party concept, 'Coeur Eternel', at Cairo Jazz Club on Thursday, May 29th. Transforming the iconic Agouza club into her own 'eternal heart' world, Sarilou's party will feature a series of fun immersive installations, live performances, and DJ sets from a roster of regional and local female artists. Featured on the lineup is Lebanese artist Marcelina, who will be making her Egypt debut. Sarilou will be performing her newly-released EP 'Eyes Wide Open', along with a selection of her earliest tracks and some unreleased gems. Based in Paris, Sarilou has built up a reputation as one of the most promising talents in Europe for her volatile, cyberpunk and fairy-like sound, blending industrial textures with high-pitched vocals, reminiscent of global icons like SOPHIE and Cocteau Twins. The lineup will also feature Cairo's selector Sareena, Contrasté, with Femaledjkhaled –one-third of the IASC trio–on closing duties. Doors open at 8 PM. To book your tickets, head to Cairo Jazz Club's official website.
