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Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
5 Takeaways From Justin Bieber's New Album SWAG
Graphic by Chris Panicker, photo by XNY/Star Max/GC Images It's 2025, and the buzziest underground rap stars are rocking #BEENTRILL snapbacks while unironically penning Tumblr love stories. A Playboi Carti song built around a sample of Rich Kidz's 'Bend Over' spent two weeks on the Billboard Hot 100. And, on Thursday afternoon, Justin Bieber announced that his 7th studio album, succinctly titled SWAG, would be released at midnight. Is it safe to declare it a kushandlyrikz summer? Bieber seems to have been preparing for one, spending the past few months hitting the studio with Lil B, sparking up to classic Clams Casino beats, and hopping on Instagram Live to preview raw, improvisational snippets over minimalist beats that wouldn't be out of place on a MySpace-era Soulja Boy mixtape. Though recording sessions for SWAG reportedly concluded in April, it's not unlikely that its sudden release was influenced by the cultural ubiquity of his awkward and appropriative, yet admittedly iconic catchphrase, 'It's not clocking to you that I'm standing on business,' levied at paparazzi in mid-June. Best to unlock the swag while the iron's hot. Despite its title, however, SWAG is free of any sounds even vaguely reminiscent of the ringtone era. Instead, he's enlisted producers Eddie Benjamin and Carter Lang to provide much of the record's '80s-inspired, reverb-laden backing, tapping and Dijon to lend some experimental edge. Compared to Bieber's previous outings, there's a distinct emphasis on organic textures and acoustic guitar, aiming for raw intimacy and stadium, or maybe megachurch-sized hooks at the same time. Here are five takeaways from the album. SWAG's production is often cavernous, though not quite in the polished, neon-lit vein of a Weeknd album. Instead, there's a focus on dusty timbres, blown-out drums, and live instrumentation, all echoing into infinity. fingerprints are felt throughout, even when he's not explicitly credited as a track's producer, with technically intricate guitar lines weaving through the mix. 'First Place' pairs compressed, distorted drum programming with synth leads that would sound at home in an abandoned shopping mall food court, while 'Daisies' leans fully into guitar-heavy blue-eyed soul. 'Go Baby' occasionally resembles contemporary Bon Iver records with its watery keys and dreamy vocal stacks, which isn't a huge surprise given their shared collaborator in Dijon. Even SWAG's marquee collaborations with rappers are subject to the moody, spacious sound palette, to strange and inventive effect. On 'Way It Is,' Gunna waxes romantic about designer shopping sprees over Vangelis-esque pads, and there's a definite charm to hearing Sexyy Red's freaked-out verse echo into an expanse of cinematic synth work. A late-album team-up with Cash Cobain borders on chillwave with its clattering snare rolls and washed-out arpeggios. And is Eddie Benjamin doing a baby-voiced Carti impression on that same track? Aesthetically aligned with Bieber's tendency to embark on lengthy Instagram vagueposting sprees full of camera roll dumps and grainy snapshots, SWAG aims for a semblance of rawness and digital authenticity. The bluesy jam session 'Glory Voice Memo' and the acoustic number 'Zuma House' are unfinished demos that seem to be uploaded straight from a phone, while the buzzy strumming and chipmunked lead vocal take on 'Yukon' conjure the post-digital grit of early Alex G or XXXTentacion in campfire song mode. Bieber's newfound friendship with cloud rap elder statesman and Based luminary Lil B yielded SWAG's most eccentric (albeit swaggiest) track, 'Dadz Love,' a downtempo interlude backed by a muffled breakbeat and a single, looped chord. It's a fascinating exercise in minimalism: Bieber riffs on the same winkingly ambiguous phrase, which is either 'that's love,' 'dad's love,' or both, while Lil B engages in spoken-word proselytization, petitioning for unity and love as his voice warps and ricochets in the stereo field, Black Ark style. Comedian Druski makes not one, not two, but three separate appearances on skits throughout SWAG, playing the role of Bieber's therapist and/or confidant. Here are their three most absurd lines of dialogue: Druski: 'Your skin white, but your soul black, Justin, I promise you, man.' Bieber: 'Thank you.' ('Soulful') Druski: 'That's why I said I'll be your counselor. You start smoking these Black & Milds with me, you'll feel way better.' ('Therapy Session') Druski: 'You can't pronunciate every word when you're doin' that. 'I'm standin' on bih'ness…You say 'I'm standing on business,' that guy'll never leave.' Bieber: 'You're right, you're right.' ('Standing on Business') Originally Appeared on Pitchfork
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
"He loves her so much": Travis Kelce's heartfelt gesture to Taylor Swift is being seen as an "upgrade" and has dragged Joe Alwyn into the drama
Travis Kelce has been dating Taylor Swift since 2023.(Image via XNY/Star Max/GC Images/via Getty Images) Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are easily one of the most loved couples by their fans worldwide. Both Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce seem to respect each other's careers and are extremely supportive of one another. Both the stars were in long term relationships with their former partners previously, which ended before they met each other, and it seems like fans have found out the reason. Travis Kelce's heartfelt gesture to Taylor Swift has fans dragging Joe Alwyn into the drama Recently, Travis Kelce and his brother, Jason Kelce, hosted the NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal on their popular podcast, New Heights, and a lot of their discussion was around Taylor Swift. At one moment, Shaq revealed that Taylor Swift's 'I Knew You Were Trouble' was his favourite song and Travis Kelce jumped in to move his arms along the music as the NBA legend played it. This moment has now gone viral and fans believe Travis Kelce is a much 'better upgrade' than Taylor Swift's ex, Hollywood actor Joe Alwyn, as the NFL star is never afraid or shy to show his love for the billionaire pop star. A fan account of Taylor Swift shared the moment on X with a caption that read as, '* refused to answer what their fav taylor swift song was. meanwhile travis:' A fan commented, 'Adorable video. You can tell he loves her so much', while another fan wrote, 'I WAS JUST SAYING THIS. THE F*CKING UPGRADE KEEPS GOING' A third fan wrote, 'I love my girlfriend final boss'. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Many fans referred to the time when Joe Alwyn wouldn't speak about Taylor Swift in public, even while they were dating for six years. A fan wrote, 'Leave it to some taint licking british tw*nks to think they are above being asked what song is their favorite on their GFs catalog. Like being proud & showing love to your significant other is beneath them. Travis Kelce's more of a man than all of them twats combined Another fan wrote, 'Lowkey it was cringe that Joe pretended as if Taylor's career didn't exist and that he was indifferent to it. your partner should love and support your career', while a third fan posted, 'he's jst so happy and giddy when it comes to taylor and i kinda see my bubs in him sometime 🥹' Travis Kelce has always praised Taylor Swift for the milestones she has achieved in her career Travis Kelce has been pretty public about his relationship with Taylor Swift since the beginning and has often praised her for her achievements. Recently, the two were spotted in Palm Beach, Florida where a fan even interacted with the couple. The fan, Pamela Goodman, later spoke to Page Six and said, 'They were a giggly couple on a date. They were just adorable!' Also Read: 'Her emotions were heightened': Taylor Swift leans on Travis Kelce as she publicly distances herself from Blake Lively–Justin Baldoni legal drama
Black America Web
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
ASAP Rocky Debuts Rihanna Statue Ring: 'You See That Forehead, You Know Who It Is'
Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE Source: XNY/Star Max / Getty While showing off his collection of one-of-a-kind jewelry, ASAP Rocky recently unveiled his most personal piece yet, a custom statue ring made in the image of none other than his partner, Rihanna. Known for his bold fashion choices and love for unique accessories, Rocky didn't hold back when presenting the intricately detailed ring. Crafted with precision and style, the piece features a sculpted figure that pays homage to Rihanna's iconic silhouette. With a smirk, Rocky pointed out the figure's standout feature, saying, 'You see that fatty,' before adding with a laugh, 'You see that forehead, you know who it is.' The ring, both playful and heartfelt, reflects the couple's signature mix of glamour and authenticity. Rihanna, who has often been a muse in fashion and music, now finds her image immortalized in Rocky's jewelry, a symbol of his admiration and love. The couple recently made headlines as they walked the Met Gala red carpet together, looking effortlessly stylish while subtly hinting at a new chapter in their growing family. Fans were quick to notice the 'soft launch' of baby number three, as Rihanna's figure-hugging gown and Rocky's gentle gestures sparked widespread speculation. Rocky's statue ring, while unconventional, is a touching tribute to the woman he's built a family with. It stands as a flashy, yet intimate, symbol of their bond, a rare blend of love, humor, and high fashion that only they could pull off. SEE ALSO ASAP Rocky Debuts Rihanna Statue Ring: 'You See That Forehead, You Know Who It Is' was originally published on
Buzz Feed
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Gigi Hadid And Bradley Cooper Might've Just Hard Launched On Instagram, After Years Of Paparazzi Photos And Rumors
Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper might've confirmed they're Instagram official, folks! On Saturday, May 3, the supermodel shared Instagram photos from her star-studded 30th birthday party at Saks Fifth Avenue in New York City. So, Gigi officially celebrated on April 25 since her birthday is on April 23, but we all know that it takes some time to get your photos ready for public consumption. But who knew she would drop this gem of a hard launch photo? Many celebrities attended, including... Anne Hathaway and her husband Adam Shulman... Anok Yai... Will Arnett and Leah McCarthy... Tan France... and of course, her sister Bella Hadid... XNY/Star Max / GC Images Her mother Yolanda Hadid... XNY/Star Max / GC Images ...and her father, Mohammed Hadid and Keni Silva. But, the celebrity the internet can't stop talking about was Bradley, who could be seen kissing Gigi in front of a giant, three-tier birthday cake. Gigi wore a Schiaparelli corseted bodysuit with black, high-waisted bottoms and gold jewelry. Bradley, matching her dark green belt, rocked an Eagles Super Bowl LII Champions jacket. "I feel so lucky to be 30!" Gigi captioned her IG post. "I feel so lucky for every high and low - for all the lessons and gifts both have brought me. To get to feel it all! I'm so lucky to be a mom, friend, partner, sister, daughter, colleague to some of the most unbelievable humans!!" "So lucky for the support and encouragement from all of YOU around the world, every day and on my birthday last week," she added. "I had the best time celebrating, and it's a blessing to feel so loved!! I am grateful and honored to take on a new decade." The pair has been linked since early October 2023. In a Vogue interview last month, Gigi described her relationship as a "very romantic and happy dynamic," and now there's photographic evidence of this dynamic. Gotham / GC Images "To find someone that is in a place in their life where they know what they want and deserve and you both do work separately to come together and be the best partner that you can be. I just feel really lucky," Gigi said. Aeon / GC Images
New York Post
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
If you want to wear bootcut jeans, the ‘toothpick rule' hack is the way to do it right
You need big-zip energy for this. The Y2K denim rivalries continue. Step aside, jorts, low-rise jeans, skinny jeans and flare jeans — the bootcut is back. The denim style that mall rats of the early 2000s know all too well has made its return by way of stars like Sydney Sweeney and Cindy Crawford. 4 Sydney Sweeney shows off her bootcut jeans in New York City last month. GC Images But if you want to wear bootcut jeans in the year 2025 and aren't sure what rise works best for you, New York stylist Liz Teich told the Wall Street Journal there's one simple hack everyone should follow: the toothpick rule. The zipper should never be shorter 'than a toothpick,' she declared. The bootcut style, essentially the cousin to flares, is typically fitted at the waist and hips with a slight, subtle flare at the leg opening, perfect to pair with boots, as the name suggests. 'The right cut is slim with a bit of kick, rather than full-on flares or old-school bootcuts, which were more exaggerated,' Teich explained to the outlet. 4 Rachel Brosnahan rocks the trendy jeans look in New York City earlier this month. XNY/Star Max/GC Images 4 Cristine Sun displays bootcut denim during Paris Fashion Week on March 7, 2025. Getty Images But those with shorter torsos should probably opt for a mid-rise bootcut jean, while those with longer torsos would get the most out of a high-rise bootcut, she said. Erin Hazelton, a Connecticut fashion journalist, added that her main advice when it comes to bootcut jeans is that after finding the right rise for your body type, focus on the back pocket placement. Higher-placed pockets create an impression of a taller posture. 4 TV host and bootcut fan Denola Grey attends a 'Hallow Road' film screening on Monday, April 28, in bootcut and flare jeans aren't the same, the former 'officially went mainstream' after Kendrick Lamar wore flares during his Super Bowl halftime show this February, Meredith Melling, co-founder of New York clothing brand La Ligne, told the Journal. Within 48 hours of Lamar's performance, searches for bootcut and flared jeans skyrocketed by 5,000%, the publication reported.
