A different version of David Bowie’s cover of the Who’s “I Can’t Explain,” recorded roughly a year before the take the late icon put out on Pin Ups, has been unearthed for Rock ’N’ Roll Star!, an upcoming box set focusing on Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust era.
Even before putting the Who classic on his 1973 covers LP Pin Ups, Bowie was experimenting with the track during the recording sessions between 1972’s The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars and 1973’s Aladdin Sane,...
Even before putting the Who classic on his 1973 covers LP Pin Ups, Bowie was experimenting with the track during the recording sessions between 1972’s The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars and 1973’s Aladdin Sane,...
- 5/31/2024
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
With the success of Matt Reeves’ The Batman (2022), fans of the DC universe have been eagerly awaiting any developments regarding the expansion of this gritty and dark take on Gotham City. The latest buzz among fans revolves around the casting of one of the notorious enemies of Batman (& Wayne family’s friend) in the forthcoming TV show, The Penguin.
Yes, we are talking about the much-awaited casting of DC’s supervillain, Carmine Falcone, and it appears that speculation and theories can finally be put to rest. A subtle hint has been dropped that Mark Strong may play the character in the upcoming Max show.
Colin Farrell as Oswald Cobblepot in The Penguin (credit: Max)
Acclaimed for his roles in flicks such as Stardust and Sherlock Holmes, Strong, 60, has a background in playing convincing and menacing characters, making him a perfect fit for a villainous role in the DC universe.
The Penguin...
Yes, we are talking about the much-awaited casting of DC’s supervillain, Carmine Falcone, and it appears that speculation and theories can finally be put to rest. A subtle hint has been dropped that Mark Strong may play the character in the upcoming Max show.
Colin Farrell as Oswald Cobblepot in The Penguin (credit: Max)
Acclaimed for his roles in flicks such as Stardust and Sherlock Holmes, Strong, 60, has a background in playing convincing and menacing characters, making him a perfect fit for a villainous role in the DC universe.
The Penguin...
- 5/13/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Bad Batch S3: The Switch from Project Necromancer to Stardust Explained - Main Image
Is Project Stardust the same as Project Necromancer in The Bad Batch? The third and final season sees Governor Tarkin relocating the funds of the latter project towards the former. But what's the big difference?
Content Spoilers: This article contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Bad Batch, so proceed with caution.
Is Project Stardust the Same As Project Necromancer?
Project Necromancer is what the entire three seasons of Star Wars: The Bad Batch has been all about.
With Doctor Royce Hemlock set on resurrecting Emperor Palpatine using Omega's M-count, the Clone Force 99 had all right to worry about saving Omega's life.
Not only is she a rare subject, but using her as a test experiment would mean losing her life for the Empire's purpose.
Thanks to the failure of Project Necromancer by the end...
Is Project Stardust the same as Project Necromancer in The Bad Batch? The third and final season sees Governor Tarkin relocating the funds of the latter project towards the former. But what's the big difference?
Content Spoilers: This article contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Bad Batch, so proceed with caution.
Is Project Stardust the Same As Project Necromancer?
Project Necromancer is what the entire three seasons of Star Wars: The Bad Batch has been all about.
With Doctor Royce Hemlock set on resurrecting Emperor Palpatine using Omega's M-count, the Clone Force 99 had all right to worry about saving Omega's life.
Not only is she a rare subject, but using her as a test experiment would mean losing her life for the Empire's purpose.
Thanks to the failure of Project Necromancer by the end...
- 5/3/2024
- EpicStream
Intro: Director Matthew Vaughn is known for making gangster movies and comic book adaptations. Producing Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking Barrels and making his directorial debut with Layer Cake paved the way for bigger projects: Kick-Ass, X-Men: First Class, the Kingsman franchise, Argylle. But in between the gangsters and the over-the-top heroics, he decided to make a fairy tale. Based on the writing of popular author Neil Gaiman, the film tells of witches, unicorns, flying ships, lightning catchers, and a falling star… that’s actually a person. Released in 2007, the movie we’re talking about is called Stardust. And it’s time for it to be Revisited.
Set-up: The story of Stardust goes back to the early 1990s. While out driving one day, Neil Gaiman saw a wall running along one side of the road and was struck by the idea that a magical land called Faerie might exist on...
Set-up: The story of Stardust goes back to the early 1990s. While out driving one day, Neil Gaiman saw a wall running along one side of the road and was struck by the idea that a magical land called Faerie might exist on...
- 4/21/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
The relationship between Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton has been easy for fans to root for. They share a sweet love story together and seem to be devoted to each other in every way. As they recently started performing together, many people have paid special attention to the couple’s relationship. An expert astrologer says that Gwen and Blake were always destined to be together. Keep reading to see what their birth charts reveal about them.
When Did Gwen Stefani & Blake Shelton Meet?
Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton first crossed paths on The Voice. They were both coaches on the competition show and they appeared to develop a close friendship during Season 7 of the show.
Eventually, they became more than just friends after bonding over their divorces. Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert split in July. One month later, Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale got divorced. The next year, Blake and Gwen started dating.
When Did Gwen Stefani & Blake Shelton Meet?
Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton first crossed paths on The Voice. They were both coaches on the competition show and they appeared to develop a close friendship during Season 7 of the show.
Eventually, they became more than just friends after bonding over their divorces. Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert split in July. One month later, Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale got divorced. The next year, Blake and Gwen started dating.
- 4/13/2024
- by Amanda Blankenship
- TV Shows Ace
Looking for love? For Sucker For Love: Date to Die For fans, your date with Lovecraftian horrors is right around the corner. AkaBaka and DreadXP have announced a release date of April 23 on PC via Steam for the follow-up to the 2022 original.
Sucker For Love: Date to Die For introduces a new protagonist, new abominable love interests, new occult rituals, and a whole lot of heartache. The game centres around Stardust, an asexual woman not driven by love, but instead driven by a desire to escape the rural town overrun by fanatical cultists. After investigating mysterious disappearances in her hometown of Sacramen-Cho, Stardust ends up kidnapped and trapped deep in the creepy labyrinthian woods, equipped only with a copy of the cultist’s spellbook. She notices the instructions for summoning The Black Goat of the Woods, Rhok’zan, the casting of which sets in motion the events of a different kind of dating novel.
Sucker For Love: Date to Die For introduces a new protagonist, new abominable love interests, new occult rituals, and a whole lot of heartache. The game centres around Stardust, an asexual woman not driven by love, but instead driven by a desire to escape the rural town overrun by fanatical cultists. After investigating mysterious disappearances in her hometown of Sacramen-Cho, Stardust ends up kidnapped and trapped deep in the creepy labyrinthian woods, equipped only with a copy of the cultist’s spellbook. She notices the instructions for summoning The Black Goat of the Woods, Rhok’zan, the casting of which sets in motion the events of a different kind of dating novel.
- 4/10/2024
- by Mike Wilson
- bloody-disgusting.com
The Rock Bottom Moment That Made Cody Rhodes Leave in 2016 WWE After His Humiliating Run as Stardust
Cody Rhodes’ road to success has not been easy, for the professional wrestler had to go through several roadblocks to reach where he is now. Now slated to be in one of the highest-stakes tag team matches in WWE’s history in the upcoming WrestleMania 40, Rhodes is one of the most spectacular professional wrestlers that the sport has ever seen.
Cody Rhodes (in a still from SmackDown)
Yet back in 2016, Rhodes departed from WWE after numerous failed gimmicks. But it was really his run as Stardust that made him leave the organization despite him doing everything to make it work.
Reason Why Cody Rhodes Left WWE in 2016
Cody Rhodes as Stardust (Image: Wikimedia Commons)
The son of wrestler Dusty Rhodes, Cody Rhodes is one of the best professional wrestlers of the sport. Yet there was a time when the wrestler’s gimmicks failed to please the audience, making him leave...
Cody Rhodes (in a still from SmackDown)
Yet back in 2016, Rhodes departed from WWE after numerous failed gimmicks. But it was really his run as Stardust that made him leave the organization despite him doing everything to make it work.
Reason Why Cody Rhodes Left WWE in 2016
Cody Rhodes as Stardust (Image: Wikimedia Commons)
The son of wrestler Dusty Rhodes, Cody Rhodes is one of the best professional wrestlers of the sport. Yet there was a time when the wrestler’s gimmicks failed to please the audience, making him leave...
- 4/4/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
WWE fans are not ones to remain silent when they believe their intelligence is being mocked. And that is exactly what happened when Cody Rhodes boldly claimed to have defeated Roman Reigns and The Shield for the first time ever.
The WWE SmackDown show on March 22 concluded with Roman Reigns making an appearance in the ring. There, he claimed that Rhodes was unintelligent, unwise, and unfit to represent the company as its face. He brought up his alliance with Seth Rollins and mentioned that the latter had stabbed him in the back. In response, Rhodes recalled how he and his brother had defeated Reigns and Rollins back when they were still members of The Shield.
Roman Reigns | Credits: Wikimedia Commons
To argue that Rhodes had the ability to defeat him as well as his formidable team of Shield members is not only ludicrous, it’s downright disrespectful to the intelligence of the fans.
The WWE SmackDown show on March 22 concluded with Roman Reigns making an appearance in the ring. There, he claimed that Rhodes was unintelligent, unwise, and unfit to represent the company as its face. He brought up his alliance with Seth Rollins and mentioned that the latter had stabbed him in the back. In response, Rhodes recalled how he and his brother had defeated Reigns and Rollins back when they were still members of The Shield.
Roman Reigns | Credits: Wikimedia Commons
To argue that Rhodes had the ability to defeat him as well as his formidable team of Shield members is not only ludicrous, it’s downright disrespectful to the intelligence of the fans.
- 3/23/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
An expansive new box set will chronicle David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust era. Dubbed Rock ‘n’ Roll Star!, the 5xCD/Blu-ray package is due out on June 14th through Parlophone Records (pre-order here).
Notably, Rock ‘n’ Roll Star! contains 29 unreleased tracks, including early songwriting demos, outtakes, alternate versions, rehearsal recordings, and more. Among the featured tracks are alternate versions of “Lady Stardust” and The Who’s “I Can’t Explain,” as well as an unheard version of “Shadow Man.” As a preview, you can stream a demo version of “Ziggy Stardust” from 1971 below.
A companion Blu-ray collects the 2012 remaster of the original Ziggy Stardust album in 96kHz/24bit Pcm stereo, plus the album and additional mixes from 2003 in DTS-hd Master Audio 5.1 as well as the singles, outtakes and alternative versions in 96kHz/24-bit Pcm stereo. It also boasts Waiting In The Sky (Before The Starman Came To Earth), a version...
Notably, Rock ‘n’ Roll Star! contains 29 unreleased tracks, including early songwriting demos, outtakes, alternate versions, rehearsal recordings, and more. Among the featured tracks are alternate versions of “Lady Stardust” and The Who’s “I Can’t Explain,” as well as an unheard version of “Shadow Man.” As a preview, you can stream a demo version of “Ziggy Stardust” from 1971 below.
A companion Blu-ray collects the 2012 remaster of the original Ziggy Stardust album in 96kHz/24bit Pcm stereo, plus the album and additional mixes from 2003 in DTS-hd Master Audio 5.1 as well as the singles, outtakes and alternative versions in 96kHz/24-bit Pcm stereo. It also boasts Waiting In The Sky (Before The Starman Came To Earth), a version...
- 3/21/2024
- by Scoop Harrison
- Consequence - Music
WWE 2K24 is set to launch in just a couple of weeks now, and we are getting to know some very important details. One of the most awaited aspects of every WWE game is the character roster and the variations available to each wrestler.
It’s always fun to see the creativity implemented in entirely new designs, or how the game devs are paying homage to classic looks and outfits used in the WWE. Over the weekend, we got a glimpse of another WWE superstar’s in-game variant, and it will catch some eyes.
Cody Rhodes is Taking on a New Look in WWE 2K24
Cody Rhodes in WWE 2K24 is going to have a very unique look.
A video clip uploaded to X by user @ItsMachoT shows that Cody Rhodes will be getting a look that resembles his action figure. The American Nightmare’s toy-like look features his WWE Hell in a Cell 2022 outfit,...
It’s always fun to see the creativity implemented in entirely new designs, or how the game devs are paying homage to classic looks and outfits used in the WWE. Over the weekend, we got a glimpse of another WWE superstar’s in-game variant, and it will catch some eyes.
Cody Rhodes is Taking on a New Look in WWE 2K24
Cody Rhodes in WWE 2K24 is going to have a very unique look.
A video clip uploaded to X by user @ItsMachoT shows that Cody Rhodes will be getting a look that resembles his action figure. The American Nightmare’s toy-like look features his WWE Hell in a Cell 2022 outfit,...
- 2/26/2024
- by Sagar Nerala
- FandomWire
Stephen Amell, a Canadian actor renowned for his striking presence on-screen, was born in Toronto and has since crafted a diverse career spanning television and film. His impressive ascent to mainstream fame burgeoned with the titular role in the CW’s hit series “Arrow,” capturing audiences’ fascination and earning him a special spot in the pantheon of modern TV superheroes.
In charting his progression from guest spots on series like “The Vampire Diaries” to leading roles and professional wrestling engagements, this article delves into Amell’s significant contributions to entertainment. Readers will traverse the path of Amell’s varied career, uncovering the depth and breadth of his work beyond the Arrowverse, along with glimpses into his personal life.
Rise to Stardom: Arrow & The Arrowverse Stephen Amell
Stephen Amell’s portrayal of Oliver Queen, also known as Green Arrow, in the Arrowverse is a defining moment in his career. His character,...
In charting his progression from guest spots on series like “The Vampire Diaries” to leading roles and professional wrestling engagements, this article delves into Amell’s significant contributions to entertainment. Readers will traverse the path of Amell’s varied career, uncovering the depth and breadth of his work beyond the Arrowverse, along with glimpses into his personal life.
Rise to Stardom: Arrow & The Arrowverse Stephen Amell
Stephen Amell’s portrayal of Oliver Queen, also known as Green Arrow, in the Arrowverse is a defining moment in his career. His character,...
- 2/25/2024
- by Penelope H. Fritz
- Martin Cid Magazine - Movies
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has been a whirlwind of excitement lately, with news and rumors swirling around the highly anticipated Fantastic Four reboot. We were informed of its revised release date and casting news yesterday, Valentine’s Day. Fans are delighted with Pedro Pascal’s casting in the film, but disturbing reports have surfaced regarding Doctor Doom and Silver Surfer’s appearances.
The Og Silver Surfer’s MCU debut is reportedly not happening in the upcoming The Fantastic Four, despite earlier rumors to the contrary. Galactus will still appear in the film, and the character will at least have another herald. Recent reports suggest that Galactus and, more intriguingly, a female Silver Surfer could play antagonistic roles in the movie.
Doctor Doom, the Fantastic Four’s arch-nemesis, is also an important figure in their universe, but his appearance in the MCU is uncertain, according to recent reports.
The Fantastic Four...
The Og Silver Surfer’s MCU debut is reportedly not happening in the upcoming The Fantastic Four, despite earlier rumors to the contrary. Galactus will still appear in the film, and the character will at least have another herald. Recent reports suggest that Galactus and, more intriguingly, a female Silver Surfer could play antagonistic roles in the movie.
Doctor Doom, the Fantastic Four’s arch-nemesis, is also an important figure in their universe, but his appearance in the MCU is uncertain, according to recent reports.
The Fantastic Four...
- 2/15/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Cody Rhodes has much to celebrate. The “American Nightmare” won the 2024 WWE Royal Rumble and punched his ticket to the main event of WrestleMania 40. It’s the first time in more than 25 years since someone, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, has done it back-to-back. This came a few days after the news broke the popular superstar would forever be immortalized on the cover of the upcoming “WWE 2K24” video game. Adding even more meaning to the occasion is the fact players who pre-order the standard edition will receive the “Nightmare Family Pack.” It’s a bonus pack of content featuring four playable superstars including two alternate versions of Rhodes’ past personas (The “Undashing” masked Cody and Stardust) and the 1976 version of his late father, Dusty Rhodes, and one of the WWE Hall of Famer’s biggest rivals in “Superstar” Billy Graham. This moment in time is not lost on Rhodes, who...
- 2/2/2024
- TV Insider
Brad Silberling's 1998 romance "City of Angels," a remake of Wim Wenders' indispensable 1987 film "Wings of Desire," stars Nicolas Cage as an immortal angel named Seth who gently breezes around Los Angeles, unseen by the people who live there. He appears to people only when they die, accompanying them to the afterworld. Observing humans as if they are an ineffable alien species, Seth becomes particularly enamored of an ambitious and compassionate young doctor named Maggie Rice. Seth finds that he might be experiencing love for the first time, and becomes visible to Dr. Rice, courting her and asking her deep questions about what it means to be human. Seth eventually chooses to transform into a human, sacrificing his immortality in order to be with his beloved.
What both Wenders and Silberling communicate with aplomb is how inhuman angels are. They live among humans but only interact when the humans die.
What both Wenders and Silberling communicate with aplomb is how inhuman angels are. They live among humans but only interact when the humans die.
- 12/31/2023
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
Looking for something a little darker in your post-apocalyptic Mmo, and Fallout 76 isn’t quite cutting it? Developer Starry Studio’s upcoming co-op survival Mmo Once Human might be for you. The open-world survival game recently had a closed beta test on Steam that saw its initial 20,000 player count extended to 50,000 players.
Slated for a Q3 2024 release, Once Human sees players waking up after a cataclysmic event where everything has become infested by an alien entity known as Stardust. You yourself have been affected, turned into a meta-human with no memory of who you were. As a meta-human, your quest is to find the truth about Stardust, find out where it came from, and what it wants. Along the way, you’ll need to navigate between the five different factions in the world, which each have their own goals.
Just because you’re a meta-human, doesn’t mean you’re invincible.
Slated for a Q3 2024 release, Once Human sees players waking up after a cataclysmic event where everything has become infested by an alien entity known as Stardust. You yourself have been affected, turned into a meta-human with no memory of who you were. As a meta-human, your quest is to find the truth about Stardust, find out where it came from, and what it wants. Along the way, you’ll need to navigate between the five different factions in the world, which each have their own goals.
Just because you’re a meta-human, doesn’t mean you’re invincible.
- 12/27/2023
- by Mike Wilson
- bloody-disgusting.com
Poster for Sundance Now’s ‘The Lovers’
AMC+’s December 2023 lineup includes the premiere of Sundance Now’s The Lovers series, a holiday special with Harry Hamlin, and new episodes of BBC America’s Planet Earth III. The streaming service will also host the Shudder original films It’s a Wonderful Knife and The Sacrifice Game.
AMC+ also announced The Killing starring Mireille Enos and Joel Kinnaman will be available for binge-watching on December 4, 2023. Season one of UK’s Being Human with Lenora Crichlow, Russell Tovey, and Aidan Turner streams beginning on December 14, with additional seasons arriving on Thursdays. Plus, the quickly canceled Pan Am starring Margot Robbie and Christina Ricci flies in on December 21.
AMC+ December 2023 Lineup The Lovers – Premieres Thursday, December 7 on AMC+ and Sundance Now; New Episodes Continue Every Thursday Until the Season Finale on January 4
The series follows Janet, a foul-mouthed supermarket worker who doesn’t care about anything,...
AMC+’s December 2023 lineup includes the premiere of Sundance Now’s The Lovers series, a holiday special with Harry Hamlin, and new episodes of BBC America’s Planet Earth III. The streaming service will also host the Shudder original films It’s a Wonderful Knife and The Sacrifice Game.
AMC+ also announced The Killing starring Mireille Enos and Joel Kinnaman will be available for binge-watching on December 4, 2023. Season one of UK’s Being Human with Lenora Crichlow, Russell Tovey, and Aidan Turner streams beginning on December 14, with additional seasons arriving on Thursdays. Plus, the quickly canceled Pan Am starring Margot Robbie and Christina Ricci flies in on December 21.
AMC+ December 2023 Lineup The Lovers – Premieres Thursday, December 7 on AMC+ and Sundance Now; New Episodes Continue Every Thursday Until the Season Finale on January 4
The series follows Janet, a foul-mouthed supermarket worker who doesn’t care about anything,...
- 11/27/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
It takes a certain kind of cajones to refuse a request from the Starman. However, when you’re a performer on Saturday Night Live, you have to be somewhat of a caretaker with your characters, as they can make or break you. It’s not a rare practice that when celebrities host or make a special guest appearance on the famous sketch show, they either play themselves or encounter a cast member whose very talent is to do an impression of that celebrity. And when the celebrity guest is a good sport, it can be fair game and lead to something great.
Former Saturday Night Live cast members Dana Carvey and David Spade host a podcast titled Fly on the Wall, which specializes in interviewing comedic actors who have associated with the NBC show. Many episodes feature exclusive behind-the-scenes stories from the mouths of the people themselves. According to The Hollywood Reporter,...
Former Saturday Night Live cast members Dana Carvey and David Spade host a podcast titled Fly on the Wall, which specializes in interviewing comedic actors who have associated with the NBC show. Many episodes feature exclusive behind-the-scenes stories from the mouths of the people themselves. According to The Hollywood Reporter,...
- 8/18/2023
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Ask most cinephiles about the spaghetti western and Sergio Leone’s name will most likely be invoked. As for those who’ve delved a little deeper into the genre, chances are that they’ll name-drop one or both of the other Sergios: Sergio Corbucci (Django) and Sergio Sollima (The Big Gundown).
Back in 2021, Arrow Video’s Vengeance Trails box set aimed to broaden viewers’ horizons of the spaghetti western by spotlighting works by directors like Lucio Fulci, Massimo Dallamano, and Antonio Margheriti, whose names are more often associated with other genres. Now along comes Blood Money, which unveils several lesser-known yet excellent examples of the genre. The thematic through line this time out concerns the value placed on human life. As the grizzled protagonist of Find a Place to Die puts it: “Madness and greed were in men’s hearts a long time before you came along.”
Romolo Guerrieri’s...
Back in 2021, Arrow Video’s Vengeance Trails box set aimed to broaden viewers’ horizons of the spaghetti western by spotlighting works by directors like Lucio Fulci, Massimo Dallamano, and Antonio Margheriti, whose names are more often associated with other genres. Now along comes Blood Money, which unveils several lesser-known yet excellent examples of the genre. The thematic through line this time out concerns the value placed on human life. As the grizzled protagonist of Find a Place to Die puts it: “Madness and greed were in men’s hearts a long time before you came along.”
Romolo Guerrieri’s...
- 8/2/2023
- by Budd Wilkins
- Slant Magazine
Cody Rhodes is one of the leading figures in professional wrestling, but his path to the top has not been a straight one.
In the new Peacock documentary “American Nightmare: Becoming Cody Rhodes,” the WWE star delves deep into his past and sets his sights on the future. In the feature-length doc, Rhodes talks at length on his feelings growing up as the son of legendary wrestler Dusty Rhodes and how he learned to trust his instincts and bet on himself in his quest to reach the highest echelon of sports entertainment.
In the following Q&a, Rhodes tells Variety about how he felt ready to become “The American Nightmare” in tribute to his father, known as “The American Dream,” as well as the one part of the documentary he struggled to watch.
You talk in the doc about how you weren’t ready to be The American Nightmare early in your career.
In the new Peacock documentary “American Nightmare: Becoming Cody Rhodes,” the WWE star delves deep into his past and sets his sights on the future. In the feature-length doc, Rhodes talks at length on his feelings growing up as the son of legendary wrestler Dusty Rhodes and how he learned to trust his instincts and bet on himself in his quest to reach the highest echelon of sports entertainment.
In the following Q&a, Rhodes tells Variety about how he felt ready to become “The American Nightmare” in tribute to his father, known as “The American Dream,” as well as the one part of the documentary he struggled to watch.
You talk in the doc about how you weren’t ready to be The American Nightmare early in your career.
- 7/31/2023
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Da Pennebaker’s documentary offers moving moments and raw immediacy as the musician takes on his final performance as Ziggy Stardust
Da Pennebaker’s record of David Bowie’s final concert on the Ziggy Stardust tour at London’s Hammersmith Odeon in 1973 (Bowie is part of the reason we will never be reconciled to saying “Eventim Apollo”) is rereleased after a restoration. It was the legendary “all killer no filler” gig at which, in the presence of the Spiders from Mars – Mick Ronson (guitar), Trevor Bolder (bass), Mick Woodmansey (drums) – he retired his Ziggy Stardust persona, announcing to a stunned crowd that it was the last time he would ever play (as Ziggy).
The show itself, in which Bowie and band members appear starkly key-lit in darkness, with the crowd glimpsed briefly and almost stroboscopically, looks intriguingly intimate, like something at a much smaller club venue. The concert is straightforward...
Da Pennebaker’s record of David Bowie’s final concert on the Ziggy Stardust tour at London’s Hammersmith Odeon in 1973 (Bowie is part of the reason we will never be reconciled to saying “Eventim Apollo”) is rereleased after a restoration. It was the legendary “all killer no filler” gig at which, in the presence of the Spiders from Mars – Mick Ronson (guitar), Trevor Bolder (bass), Mick Woodmansey (drums) – he retired his Ziggy Stardust persona, announcing to a stunned crowd that it was the last time he would ever play (as Ziggy).
The show itself, in which Bowie and band members appear starkly key-lit in darkness, with the crowd glimpsed briefly and almost stroboscopically, looks intriguingly intimate, like something at a much smaller club venue. The concert is straightforward...
- 6/29/2023
- by Peter Bradshaw
- The Guardian - Film News
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Mugler is the latest designer to collaborate with H&m — and the collection launched on Thursday, May 11 at 7 a.m. Pt/10 a.m. Et online and in select stores at 8 a.m. local time.
Helmed by creative director Casey Cadwallader, Mugler and the fast-fashion retailer have released womenswear, menswear, swimwear and accessories ($30-$749) that nod to the avant-garde label’s iconic silhouettes. Think bold shoulder dresses, cutout bodysuits for different skin shades, sculpturally-tailored evening gowns, cropped denim jackets, corseted suit sets finished with edgy hardware, drapey leather trench coats and more. There are also sheer gloves and tights, leather baseball caps, trippy silk-blend scarves, bold logo buckle belts, press-on nails, oversized leather tote bags, body chain jewelry and more.
The collection is available at H&m stores in...
Mugler is the latest designer to collaborate with H&m — and the collection launched on Thursday, May 11 at 7 a.m. Pt/10 a.m. Et online and in select stores at 8 a.m. local time.
Helmed by creative director Casey Cadwallader, Mugler and the fast-fashion retailer have released womenswear, menswear, swimwear and accessories ($30-$749) that nod to the avant-garde label’s iconic silhouettes. Think bold shoulder dresses, cutout bodysuits for different skin shades, sculpturally-tailored evening gowns, cropped denim jackets, corseted suit sets finished with edgy hardware, drapey leather trench coats and more. There are also sheer gloves and tights, leather baseball caps, trippy silk-blend scarves, bold logo buckle belts, press-on nails, oversized leather tote bags, body chain jewelry and more.
The collection is available at H&m stores in...
- 5/11/2023
- by Danielle Directo-Meston
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
It felt good didn’t it? Watching a fantasy film where folks could crack a smile and actually enjoy their adventure. There was certainly danger and monsters in Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves—not to mention the roleplaying tabletop game’s namesakes!—but that didn’t mean you couldn’t enjoy the ride.
In the last 20 years, fantasy has largely come to take itself exceedingly seriously where the fate of kingdoms or the entire world often hangs in the balance, and the central heroes who may start merry end the story broken, traumatized, and in a few instances ready to murder their homicidal lover… who is also their aunt.
This past weekend’s winsome D&d movie did away with all that, instead favoring some good old-fashioned romping to go along with a pure cut of high fantasy. If you enjoyed the experience, here are some other fantasy movies we recommend to continue the fun.
In the last 20 years, fantasy has largely come to take itself exceedingly seriously where the fate of kingdoms or the entire world often hangs in the balance, and the central heroes who may start merry end the story broken, traumatized, and in a few instances ready to murder their homicidal lover… who is also their aunt.
This past weekend’s winsome D&d movie did away with all that, instead favoring some good old-fashioned romping to go along with a pure cut of high fantasy. If you enjoyed the experience, here are some other fantasy movies we recommend to continue the fun.
- 4/3/2023
- by David Crow
- Den of Geek
Sydney Sweeney's birth chart might provide a hint about what's behind all the successes the star has achieved over the past few years. With major roles in HBO's "Euphoria" and Hulu's "The Handmaid's Tale" under her belt, going down in history as Cosmopolitan's first female centerfold, and her portrayal of Cassie Howard being one of the most recognizable memes of the moment, 25-year-old Sweeney's career is definitely only just getting started. Though the "White Lotus" actor is most notable for her iconic mean-girl roles, Sweeney has shown that she has plenty of range both on- and off-screen - take her fixing classic cars or the fact that she's trained in mixed martial arts as a couple of examples - and her birth chart illuminates even more about her personality.
Clearly, the actor can do it all, which leaves us to wonder: is there an astrological reason behind Sweeney's Jack-of-all-trades,...
Clearly, the actor can do it all, which leaves us to wonder: is there an astrological reason behind Sweeney's Jack-of-all-trades,...
- 3/27/2023
- by Brittany Beringer-Tobing
- Popsugar.com
Hunky Dory, David Bowie’s classic album that yielded “Changes” and “Life on Mars?” will be the focus of an upcoming deluxe reissue that collects unreleased home demos, live recordings, radio sessions, and more from the rock legend’s fertile 1971.
Divine Symmetry (An Alternate Journey Through Hunky Dory), arriving Nov. 25 as a 4Cd/1Blu-ray set, features 48 unreleased tracks in total, including Bowie’s own home and hotel recordings for tracks that wound up on Hunky Dory, as well as unreleased songs like “King of the City,” “Tired of My Life...
Divine Symmetry (An Alternate Journey Through Hunky Dory), arriving Nov. 25 as a 4Cd/1Blu-ray set, features 48 unreleased tracks in total, including Bowie’s own home and hotel recordings for tracks that wound up on Hunky Dory, as well as unreleased songs like “King of the City,” “Tired of My Life...
- 9/28/2022
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
Christian Bale is known for disappearing into his roles and "Velvet Goldmine" was no exception. Written and directed by Todd Haynes, the 1998 movie was named for David Bowie's "Ziggy Stardust" era B-side. Haynes is no stranger to music movies, having begun his career with the 1987 controversial short film, "Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story." He also helmed the incredible "I'm Not There" in 2007, which explored the various phases of Bob Dylan's career through a host of different actors. Haynes also made the excellent recent documentary about my all-time favorite band, "The Velvet Underground."
"Velvet Goldmine" chronicles the life of pop star Brian Slade (Jonathan Rhys Meyers), a Bowie-esque figure, as well as his love affair with the Iggy Pop-inspired Curt Wild (Ewan McGregor). Their performances are swoon-worthy — Meyers and McGregor both did their own singing in the movie. Plus, the film's fictional bands included members of Radiohead, Suede,...
"Velvet Goldmine" chronicles the life of pop star Brian Slade (Jonathan Rhys Meyers), a Bowie-esque figure, as well as his love affair with the Iggy Pop-inspired Curt Wild (Ewan McGregor). Their performances are swoon-worthy — Meyers and McGregor both did their own singing in the movie. Plus, the film's fictional bands included members of Radiohead, Suede,...
- 9/2/2022
- by Jamie Gerber
- Slash Film
V&A, London
"David Bowie is": the title is an unfinished sentence, which gives the verb a subject but no object, and it suggests that Bowie is everything and perhaps nothing, a whirligig of dressed-up personae, not a person. To begin with, he isn't even David Bowie. He was born David Jones, then renamed by a bossy manager. But is he Bowie, like the knife, or should his adopted surname be pronounced Boughie, like the branch? Or is any earthly appellation just an alias for a man – if he is one, since he always enjoyed flaunting his androgyny – who once announced: "I am a cyborg"?
On a grey arch through which you pass into the V&A's multimedia circus, Bowie himself makes a grand statement that introduces the proceedings. "All art is unstable," he says. "There is no authoritative voice. There are only multiple readings." By talking this kind of talk,...
"David Bowie is": the title is an unfinished sentence, which gives the verb a subject but no object, and it suggests that Bowie is everything and perhaps nothing, a whirligig of dressed-up personae, not a person. To begin with, he isn't even David Bowie. He was born David Jones, then renamed by a bossy manager. But is he Bowie, like the knife, or should his adopted surname be pronounced Boughie, like the branch? Or is any earthly appellation just an alias for a man – if he is one, since he always enjoyed flaunting his androgyny – who once announced: "I am a cyborg"?
On a grey arch through which you pass into the V&A's multimedia circus, Bowie himself makes a grand statement that introduces the proceedings. "All art is unstable," he says. "There is no authoritative voice. There are only multiple readings." By talking this kind of talk,...
- 3/24/2013
- by Peter Conrad
- The Guardian - Film News
London — When did the modern era begin? With the Renaissance? With Elvis Presley?
For a generation of music-loving Britons, it started on July 6, 1972, when David Bowie performed the song "Starman" on the TV show "Top of the Pops."
Viewers had never seen anything like the androgynous orange-haired figure in a jumpsuit, singing about aliens while draping his arm teasingly around guitarist Mick Ronson and offering a lyrical benediction – "let all the children boogie."
Lonely teenagers in suburban bedrooms across the land were entranced, and, in many cases, inspired.
The ripples from that moment help explain why a major new multimedia exhibition about Bowie at London's Victoria and Albert Museum is the fastest seller in the institution's history, with 50,000 advance tickets sold – and why Bowie is topping music charts once again at the age of 66.
The "David Bowie Is" exhibition, which opens Saturday, marks the first time Britain's leading museum of...
For a generation of music-loving Britons, it started on July 6, 1972, when David Bowie performed the song "Starman" on the TV show "Top of the Pops."
Viewers had never seen anything like the androgynous orange-haired figure in a jumpsuit, singing about aliens while draping his arm teasingly around guitarist Mick Ronson and offering a lyrical benediction – "let all the children boogie."
Lonely teenagers in suburban bedrooms across the land were entranced, and, in many cases, inspired.
The ripples from that moment help explain why a major new multimedia exhibition about Bowie at London's Victoria and Albert Museum is the fastest seller in the institution's history, with 50,000 advance tickets sold – and why Bowie is topping music charts once again at the age of 66.
The "David Bowie Is" exhibition, which opens Saturday, marks the first time Britain's leading museum of...
- 3/20/2013
- by AP
- Huffington Post
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