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The Best Songs of July 2025

Every week, we update our Best New Songs playlist with several tracks that catch our attention, then round up the best songs of each month in this segment. Here, in alphabetical order, are the best songs of July 2025.


The Antlers, ‘Carnage’

Nick Cave and Warren Ellis’ 2021 song ‘Carnage’ opens with a childhood memory of Cave’s uncle decapitating a chicken outside his country home in Mount Martha. “A rain deer frozen in the headlights steps back into the woods,” he later sings, “My heart it is an open road where we ran away for good.” On the track of the same name that leads the Antlers’ first album in four years, however, such cruelty has no metaphorical usage. Over muted keys, Peter Silberman describes a series of violent incidents against animals,  in order, it seems – judging from its slow-burning escalation – of severity, from toad to fawn. The spine-chilling refrain, however, focuses on the casual perpetrator, the one barely paying attention, rather than the victim or its level of intelligence. The way he thins and stretches his breath between the words “accidental” and “damage,” you’re forced to acknowledge the kinds of suffering even the environmentally conscious would brush off, though we all contribute to it.

Blood Orange, ‘Mind Loaded’ [feat. Caroline Polachek, Lorde, Mustafa]

As you hit play on Blood Orange’s latest single, maybe you’re on vacation somewhere. Maybe the weather’s different, or your phone is on Airplane mode, or you try to trick your brain into a steady place. But the voice still hits you like a good look in the mirror: “You still seem the same/ Still broken, can’t think straight.” Few artists can articulate this blurry state of brokenness with the same ghostly splendor as Dev Hynes, let alone get Lorde and Mustafa to deliver a brief but gut-wrenching Elliott Smith interpolation or have Caroline Polachek punctuate his own lush melodies. The beauty here is as undeniable as the darkness, taking the not-quite music in your mind and making it sound rich and unalone.

Geese, ‘Taxes’

On the surface, the narrator of Geese’s new single seems to be astoundingly annoyed by the idea of having to pay his taxes, even willing to turn himself into a martyr. “You better come over with a crucifix,” Cameron Winter – who, since the band’s last record, happened to have a critical breakthrough with his solo LP Heavy Metal – bellows. “You’re gonna have to nail me down.” More deeply and to the point, though, he sounds preternaturally committed to the whole morality of personal responsibility, making the band behind him sound all the more eerily uplifted. “Doctor! Doctor! Heal yourself,” he commands, an insufferably self-involved setup for the most ego-crushing joke: “I will break my own heart from now on.” Society – no, God – be damned.

They Are Gutting a Body of Water, ‘trainers’

Doug Dulgarian doesn’t assign a subject to the line “Treat death like a teacher’s pet”: the I is crushingly silent, the possible you just as self-incriminating. But hanging over ‘trainers’ like a dark cloud is that we. They Are Gutting a Body of Water are just as much about conjuring uproarious noise as they are about cutting through it, and while most contemporary bands would sing such lyrics with moody submission, TAGABOW’s cacophony seems to actively blast against it. The moments of quiet are just as necessary and pervasive. “Dawn spreads over dead sunsets,” Dulgarian sings, the death-obsessed’s thought on an early walk to the store. What you hope, at the end of the day, is that it’ll teach you to live.

Tyler, the Creator, ‘STOP PLAYING WITH ME’

Tyler, the Creator is in aggressively braggadocious mode on ‘STOP PLAYING WITH ME’, the only song from DON’T TAP THE GLASS to get a music video, but it hardly sounds provocative. The rapper has already gathered us all on the dancefloor; he’s effortlessly boastful, which most fans should find familiarly thrilling. Unlike the comeback record by Clipse, who appear in the visual, it’s less a game of who’s playing who. It’s not even his words that do most of the talking; the taunt is in the bassline, the muscle in the beat, the ad-libs the cherry on top. They’re all saying: you know the game’s already over. Now let’s have some fun.

Water From Your Eyes, ‘Playing Classics’

Before you accuse Water From Your Eyes of cashing in on Brat Summer, consider ‘Playing Classics’ as a dizzying bit of time travel: last year, Water From Your Eyes played the same stage at Primavera Sound 2024 as Charli XCX just hours before for the festival’s big finale, where she debuted songs like ‘Everything is romantic’ and ‘365’ before BRAT‘s release. At the time, I couldn’t imagine that Nate Amos and Rachel Brown would make anything that sounds remotely like ‘Club Classics’, but no musical venture is totally inconceivable for this band. If previous single ‘Life Sings’ amalgamated an indie rock devotee’s disparate influences, ‘Playing Classics’ channels their presence in the club through existential non-sequiturs like, “Tried to make it to hereafter/ Just wound up at the mall.” These days, you may well hear ‘Apple’ in a place like that, stripped of all its power. ‘Playing Classics’ remembers dancing more like a transcedent exchange: “Souls with something to lose/ Take that long hard road from here to the truth.”

Wednesday, ‘Pick Up That Knife’

It’s funny that alphabetical ordering once again juxtaposes Water From Your Eyes and Wednesday, because while the former may remember Charli’s 2024 set at Primavera, Karly Hartzman takes us back a year earlier, when pedal steel player Xandy Chelmis (confirmed) threw up in the pit at the Death Grips show. On ‘Pick Up That Knife’, the band slices through the blurry space between relief and discomfort, harnessing their signature transformation from easygoing alt-country to full-band explosion. What distinguishes Hartzman’s writing is how her catalogue of day-to-day misfortunes seems relatable until she sings about being “baptised to freedom and born in bondage,” as if tethered to some other realm. She doesn’t just let her bandmates surge up a storm; her voice is on the brink of collapse, the mark of someone so close to the edge that the individual incidents matter less than the state of mind they tease. “One day I’ll kill the bitch inside my brain,” she sings. Instead, she flips a switch, summoning distorted memories.

The Hunting Wives Season 2: Cast, Rumours & Release Date

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There’s something irresistible about following a group of women as they unravel. It might be why The Hunting Wives, a soapy series currently available on Netflix in the US, is drawing in an impressive number of viewers.

The show, which premiered on July 21, has already gathered 5.2 million views and climbed to the third spot in the Netflix global charts. It’s addictive, naughty, and slightly unhinged. But is season 2 on the horizon?

The Hunting Wives Season 2 Release Date

At the time of writing, the series hasn’t been officially renewed for more episodes.

It was originally developed for Starz, with Netflix buying the licensing rights in the US. Given the show’s success, however, we’d say there’s a good chance for a sequel. As long as that happens, The Hunting Wives season 2 might arrive sometime in late 2026.

The Hunting Wives Cast

  • Brittany Snow as Sophie O’Neil
  • Malin Akerman as Margo Banks
  • Jaime Ray Newman as Callie
  • Evan Jonigkeit as Graham O’Neil
  • Katie Lowes as Jill
  • Chrissy Metz as Starr
  • Dermot Mulroney as Jed Banks

What Could Happen in The Hunting Wives Season 2?

Based on the novel of the same name by May Cobb, The Hunting Wives revolves around Sophie O’Neill, who moves with her family from Chicago to a seemingly quiet town in Texas.

She might expect a slow life, but she’s soon drawn into the world of the alluring Margot Banks and entangled in her circle of glamorous friends. Before she knows it, Sophie becomes a fixture in their rotation of shooting clubs, parties, and illicit affairs. Friendship boundaries blur, and a murder threatens to ruin everything. How far will Sophie go in order to keep everything she’s built so far?

With such an exciting premise, it’s no wonder that The Hunting Wives is catching the eye of viewers looking for a fun and seductive watch. The series explores privilege and the allure of fitting in, while also introducing the audience to a group of women doing wrongs.

Season 1 reveals who committed the main murder, but also ends on a bit of a cliffhanger. The Hunting Wives season 2 will likely explore how the relationship between the women, especially Sophie and Margo, evolves following the big revelations from the finale.

Thankfully, everyone involved seems open to the idea of making a sequel a reality. “If we get a second season, I’ll be so, so happy,” Malin Akerman said when asked about whether she would be willing to return. We second that.

Are There Other Shows Like The Hunting Wives?

The Hunting Wives is like a mix between Big Little Lies and Yellowstone. We recommend checking out both of those shows if you’re on the hunt (!) for similar content.

Other series you might enjoy include The Waterfront, Secrets We Keep, The Perfect Couple, Untamed, and Desperate Housewives.

Critical: Between Life and Death Season 2: Cast, Rumours & Release Date

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If you thought medical dramas are gripping, they often pale in comparison to the real thing. Unflinching documentary series Critical: Between Life and Death, available to stream on Netflix, is here to reinforce this point.

Across six episodes, the show tracks the highs and lows of working in the UK’s healthcare system. It premiered on July 23 and has already gathered 2 million views, claiming the number 8 spot on the Netflix charts. Given that interest is high, should we expect a sequel?

Critical: Between Life and Death Season 2 Release Date

At the time of writing, the docuseries hasn’t been officially renewed for more episodes. Not to worry, there’s still time.

The streaming service might wait a while to see how the show performs before making a decision. Based on its strong debut numbers, we’re optimistic about its future.

As long as Netflix gives the green light, Critical: Between Life and Death season 2 might arrive sometime in 2026.

Critical: Between Life and Death Cast

Over the course of the show, you follow trauma teams across London, from ambulance workers to hospital staff. The series offers interviews with doctors, patients, and loved ones.

What Is Critical: Between Life and Death About?

The docuseries grants viewers unprecedented access to trauma teams working in London. As the title suggests, it takes a look at critical moments when life hangs in the balance, and paints an intimate portrait of what it means to fight for survival.

The show highlights not only emergency room action, but also pre-hospital care, including paramedics. While there are different cases detailed in each episode, the show never loses focus, making the audience connect with both patients and medical personnel.

In the premiere, for instance, a fairground ride malfunctions and critically injures several people. In the second episode, you get to see the victim of a motorcycle accident and another who has just suffered an assault. The documentary is intense and not recommended for the faint of heart.

If Critical: Between Life and Death season 2 happens, it will probably follow the same format, showing viewers what happens in the aftermath of serious traumas. We hope it maintains its somber tone and presents as many diverse cases as possible.

Are There Other Shows Like Critical: Between Life and Death?

If you’re looking for something similar, check out Emergency: NYC, also available on Netflix. It focuses on frontline medical professionals in New York City.

Prefer your medical media of the fictional variety? Then you can’t go wrong with The Pitt, one of the best shows to come out in 2025 so far. You might also like Pulse, Grey’s Anatomy, The Trauma Code, E.R., House M.D., or The Resident.

The Best Albums of July 2025

In this segment, we round up the best albums released each month. From Alex G to Tyler, the Creator, here are, in alphabetical order, the best albums of July 2025.


Alex G, Headlights

Headlights CoverHushed, gorgeous, and warmly elusive, Alex G‘s major label debut is a high watermark in a career full of them. There’s still a treasure trove of childhood memories for the singer-songwriter to dig up, to try and bridge the disparate pieces and fill the missing ones. “I’ve searched far and wide/ For a place like this/ Now I can close my eyes,” he sings at one point on Headlights. And what happens then, in the blackness? Maybe his voice thrives, writing out every word, rescuing his younger self. Maybe it gets all distorted, firing up his imagination. Maybe he’ll get dizzy with the big bright light; maybe he’ll miss the one glaring right at him. Read the full review.


Coral Grief, Air Between Us

Air Between Us CoverThere’s a searching, exploratory quality to Coral Grief‘s music. Far from coasting on the comforting tropes of dream-pop, the Seattle trio’s debut album – recorded with engineer Nich Wilbur at the Unknown, a small church-turned-studio in rural Anacortes – anchors in a sea of noisy, delicate textures, bending them in accordance with the complex emotionality of Farr-Morrissey’s lyrics, a rarity in the genre. “The zeal of my heart, buried in the sand,” she sings. You don’t have to dig too deep to feel it. Read our Artist Spotlight interview with Coral Grief. 


Folk Bitch Trio, Now Would Be a Good Time

Folk Bitch Trio, Now Would Be a Good TimeThere’s a reason Folk Bitch trio have stuck with the name they came up with as teenagers, retaining the stark minimalism of their Jagjaguwar labelmate Angel Olsen’s early work rather than synthesizing and dramatizing their influences like their gothic contemporaries in The Last Dinner Party or Black Country, New Road’s newly baroque, female-fronted sound. Subtly varied, searching, and beautiful in stranger ways than meets the eye, the songs on their debut album were workshopped on tour and recorded in Auckland over the winter of 2024, so in some ways they feel tied to a moment in time (both good and bad). But all three members are unequivocally yearning for more, something to believe in as a union. Read the full review.


Forth Wanderers, The Longer This Goes On

Forth Wanderers, The Longer This Goes On“I met you when I was so young/ And you were so young/ And I was so blunt,” Ava Trilling sings on ‘Barnard’, a highlight from Forth Wanderers‘ first album in seven years, making her intentions clear in what might stand as their most anthemic chorus to date: “I want to forgive.” During the summer of 2021, Trilling and songwriter/guitarist Ben Guterl met up for the first time since the band’s breakup, having one of several conversations that would help them reconnect as adults.  As dynamic as it is expressive, The Longer This Goes On is a rare product of piled-up emotions and musical growth, inextricable from memories of youth but so much more inspired in its uncertainty and transience. When it goes, there’s no time to think about the duration; for the album’s half hour, at least, Forth Wanderers sound totally locked in. Read our inspirations interview with Forth Wanderers.


Ryan Davis & the Roadhouse Band, New Threats From the Soul

new threats from the soulAfter more than a dozen years of honing his songwriting with the band State Champion and a few experimenting with drum machines and weird synths, Ryan Davis sounds grounded yet unconstrained on his sophomore record with the Roadhouse Band, far removed from the romantic ideals of music yet deeply existential and strangely spiritual about it. The songs are not simple but wordy, knotty, and outstretched while hinging on some elemental truth. It may not bring back the feeling, but it might make you feel, as Davis later sings, “with the feelings that I don’t express.” That’s more than most music, now or ever, would joyfully bestow. Read the full review.


Sister., Two Birds

Sister.Sister., Two Birds‘s Two Birds is both a culmination of a decade of friendship and a document of its changing shape; Hannah Pruzinsky (aka h. pruz) and Ceci Sturman stopped being roommates for the first time since meeting during their freshman year of college, a transition that cuts through the fuzzy catharsis of the title track. Conflicting yet strangely mutual feelings sit at the heart of the album, or like a knot in the throat, untangling itself through shared memories, vulnerabilities, refrains – and an awareness, both musical and lyrical, that reaches beyond the two, three, or four people in a room. “Weren’t you moving towards eternity?” goes the last line on ‘Honey’, which sounds like a relief. If something’s always changing, doesn’t that mean we get to hear its echo into infinity?


Tyler, the Creator, Don’t Tap the Glass

Tyler, the Creator, Don’t Tap the GlassThe third and titular rule of Don’t Tap the Glass is the most ambiguous, which is somewhat reflective of the overall balance the record strikes: it’s a straightforward rap-party project whose kineticism is undeniable, but, arriving less than a year after the densely packed Chromakopia, it also can’t help but attach itself to Tyler’s self-mythologizing canon in mature, often meta ways. The album should keep longtime fans engaged long after the party’s over, but for at least the 29 minutes that it’s on, it both lifts you up and cools you down. Good dance music not only gets your body moving, but makes you forget yourself for a moment. For an artist as conscious of his ego as Tyler, the Creator, that’s no small feat.


Vines, I’ll be here

Vines, I'll be hereCassie Wieland fleshes out her sound on her debut full-length as Vines, I’ll be here, adding a real sense of dimension to the melancholy that pervaded 2023’s Birthday Party EP. The opening track is called ‘I’m getting sick’, but it’s only the start of the journey, which later includes track titles like ‘Happy is hard’, ‘Tired’, and ‘Keep Driving’ one after the other. By the closing title track, the record stretches its wings outward, pushing beyond the mental spiral that weakens its subject. “I’m almost home and I want to turn around,” she sings on ‘King of Swords’. “I’ll do anything to leave my skin.”


Wet Leg, moisturizer

moisturizer CoverOn the first song of their self-titled debut album, Wet Leg were feeling uninspired, beaten down, and zoned out, equating it all to the same oddly desirable state: ‘Being in Love’. Three years later, the Isle of Wight five-piece – helmed by Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers – open their sophomore album by reevaluating: being in love isn’t a thing you “kinda like.” It’s an emergency. It makes you sound ravenous, maniacal, silly, and melodramatic, all adjectives that describe moisturizer even as Wet Leg maintain their deadpan humour and offbeat aesthetic. Yet the record, once again produced by Dan Carey, softens into and soaks up its pleasures and contradictions, the way it can appear fantastical even as the sobering reality kicks in. What ‘Being in Love’ describes as “some kind of fucked up trip” is just “happy comatose,” which isn’t a bad slogan for moisturizer. Apply gently; it just might do you good.

4 Albums Out Today to Listen To: The Armed, Debby Friday, Reneé Rapp, and More

In this segment, we showcase the most notable albums out each week. Here are the albums out on August 1, 2025:


The Armed, THE FUTURE IS HERE AND EVERYTHING NEEDS TO BE DESTROYED

The Armed, THE FUTURE IS HERE AND EVERYTHING NEEDS TO BE DESTROYEDThe title may trick you, but there’s no concept unifying THE FUTURE IS HERE AND EVERYTHING NEEDS TO BE DESTROYED. That’s refreshing for a notoriously self-mythologizing band like the Armed, but the music is as pulverizing and thrillingly chaotic as ever. And the lack of a thematic framework doesn’t mean there’s no commentary on the state of the world. “It’s music for a statistically wealthy population that somehow can’t afford food or medicine – endlessly scrolling past vacation photos, gym selfies, and images of child amputees in the same feed,” vocalist Tony Wolski commented. “It reflects the dissociation required just to exist in that reality.”


Debby Friday, The Starrr of the Queen of Life

debby friday the starrThe ethos of Debby Friday’s second album may be summed up by its second track: ‘All I Wanna Do Is Party’. The Canadian experimental musician’s Good Luck follow-up is filled with sweaty, starry-eyed dance songs, but it doesn’t take long for The Starrr of the Queen of Life to veer into darker, shadowy territory, blurring the line between dancefloor escapism and being ‘In the Club’ while illuminating the dangers and possibilities lurking underneath. “This album is about the idea of reaching towards something,” Friday explained. “It’s about seeing the signs and following that impulse, always with the potential of either flying into the sun or falling back to earth.”


Reneé Rapp, Bite Me

Bite Me coverReneé Rapp has dropped her second album, Bite Me. Citing Alanis Morissette, Joan Jett, and Kate Moss as inspirations, Rapp once again worked with Alexander 23, the producer behind Snow Angel, for a set of punchy and irreverent pop songs, with a few R&B ballads rounding out the mix. The singles ‘Leave Me Alone’, ‘Mad’, and ‘Why Are You Still Here’ preceded the LP, which also features collaborators including Omer Fedi, Ryan Tedder, Julian Bunetta, and Carter Lang.


Wisp, If Not Winter

If Not Winter cover artWhether or not it feels like summer where you are, If Not Winter plunges you straight into its gauzy, often tempestuous soundworld. The shoegaze star’s debut album was “inspired by a thriving community of artistic friends, mentors, and collaborators,” according to a press release, while also presenting a medieval fantasy quest that’s a triumph in “experimental cartography.” “I try to put as much emotion as I can into my own music, and I always try to write about something that is true to me and something that I’m feeling,” she told Apple Music. “And that way it doesn’t feel faked or it doesn’t feel ingenuine to my sound.”


Other albums out today:

Nuclear Daisies, First Taste Of Heaven; Ali Sethi, Love Language; Haru Nemuri, Ekkolaptómenos; Blush, Beauty Fades, Pain Lasts ForeverDemahjiae, What Do You Hear When You Pray?; AraabMuzik, Electronic Dream 2; BETWEEN FRIENDS, WOW!; Wolfacejoeyy, Summersongs; Hard Chiller, BABY!; Retail Drugs, rECKless dRIVing; Travis Roberts, Rebel Rose; Mansur Brown, Rihla; Andy Graydon & Klaus Janek, A Book of Waves.

Moisinite Chain: The Sparkling Alternative to Traditional Jewelry

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Jewelry lovers are always on the lookout for pieces that combine beauty, durability, and value. In recent years, moissanite has surged in popularity as a gemstone that rivals diamonds in sparkle but offers a more affordable and ethical choice. While moissanite is often associated with rings and pendants, moisinite chain are now making waves as a dazzling, statement-worthy accessory.

This article explores everything you need to know about moissanite chains — what they are, why they’re special, styles to consider, and tips on buying and caring for them.

What Is a Moissanite Chain?

A moissanite chain is a necklace chain that features moissanite stones either set along the chain or incorporated into a pendant or charm attached to the chain. Moissanite is a lab-created gemstone made of silicon carbide, known for its remarkable brilliance and fire—often exceeding that of diamonds.

Unlike traditional plain metal chains, moissanite chains bring an added sparkle that elevates any outfit from casual to glamorous.

Why Choose Moissanite for Chains?

1. Exceptional Sparkle

Moissanite’s high refractive index (2.65–2.69) means it reflects more light than diamonds, producing dazzling rainbow flashes known as “fire.” A moissanite chain can catch and reflect light beautifully, creating an eye-catching shimmer around your neck.

2. Durability

With a hardness of 9.25 on the Mohs scale, moissanite is extremely durable and scratch-resistant—making it well-suited for daily wear in a necklace chain.

3. Affordable Luxury

Moissanite is far more affordable than diamonds, so you can enjoy the look of a diamond-encrusted chain without the high price tag. This opens the door to larger or more intricate designs within your budget.

4. Ethical and Eco-Friendly

Since moissanite is lab-created, it avoids the ethical and environmental issues often associated with diamond mining. Choosing moissanite supports sustainable and conflict-free jewelry.

Popular Styles of Moissanite Chains

1. Iced-Out Chains

These chains feature moissanite stones set closely together along every link, creating a fully encrusted look. The sparkle is intense and bold—perfect for statement jewelry and hip-hop inspired styles.

2. Tennis Chains

Inspired by the classic tennis bracelet, moissanite tennis chains consist of a continuous row of equally sized moissanite stones set in metal. These offer a refined, elegant sparkle for both casual and formal wear.

3. Pendant Chains

A more subtle approach, these chains highlight a single or clustered moissanite pendant suspended from a plain or delicate metal chain. This allows the sparkle to focus on the centerpiece stone.

4. Link Chains with Accents

Traditional Cuban link, rope, or box chains can be enhanced by adding moissanite accents on selected links or the clasp. This style blends classic chain designs with modern sparkle.

Materials Used for Moissanite Chains

  • Sterling Silver (925): Popular for affordability and durability. Often plated with rhodium to enhance shine and resist tarnishing.
  • Solid Gold (14K, 18K): Offers luxurious warmth and prestige, with options for white, yellow, or rose gold.
  • Gold-Plated or Gold-Filled: Budget-friendly alternatives that offer the look of gold without the cost.
  • Platinum: High-end, extremely durable, and hypoallergenic.

How to Choose the Right Moissanite Chain

1. Consider Chain Length and Thickness

Lengths typically range from 16 to 30 inches or more. Shorter chains sit near the collarbone, while longer chains can be layered or worn solo. Thickness affects both style and durability — thin chains are delicate, while thicker chains make bolder statements.

2. Select the Stone Cut

Round brilliant cuts maximize sparkle. Other cuts like princess, cushion, or emerald add character and variety. The cut impacts how much light the moissanite reflects.

3. Check Stone Quality

Look for moissanite with high clarity grades (VVS1 or VVS2) and color grades close to D-F (near-colorless to colorless) for the most diamond-like appearance.

4. Examine the Setting

Prong settings allow more light through the stone but can snag easily. Bezel or channel settings offer more security and a sleek look.

5. Set Your Budget

Moissanite chains can fit a range of budgets depending on chain length, metal type, carat weight of stones, and craftsmanship.

Caring for Your Moissanite Chain

  • Clean regularly with mild soap and warm water or specialized jewelry cleaner.
  • Use a soft brush to remove dirt from settings.
  • Store separately in a jewelry box or pouch to avoid scratches.
  • Avoid exposure to harsh chemicals, perfumes, or lotions.
  • Have the chain inspected yearly by a jeweler to check for loose stones or wear.

Where to Buy Moissanite Chains

  • Specialized Moissanite Retailers: Many online shops specialize in moissanite jewelry, offering certification and customization.
  • Custom Jewelers: Work with artisans who can design moissanite chains tailored to your preferences.
  • Luxury Jewelry Stores: Some carry moissanite collections alongside diamonds and other gems.
  • Trusted Online Marketplaces: Look for sellers with excellent reviews and return policies.

Final Thoughts

Moissanite chains are a brilliant way to combine sparkle, style, and ethical values into a single piece of jewelry. Whether you want a bold iced-out look, a timeless tennis chain, or a delicate pendant, moissanite offers versatility and beauty that rival traditional diamonds.

If you’re looking for a chain that shines bright, lasts long, and fits your budget, a moissanite chain is a choice worth considering.

Burial Shares New Songs ‘Comafields’ and ‘Imaginary Festival’

Burial is back with two new songs, ‘Comafields’ and ‘Imaginary Festival’, which clock in at a combined 23 minutes. The former is a shadowy sprawl, while the latter is more staticky and fragmented. Take a listen below.

Burial released his latest EP, Dreamfear / Boy Sent From Above, in February 2024. It was followed by the split single ‘Phoneglow’ / ‘Eyes Go Blank’ last June.

 

Chappell Roan Shares New Single ‘The Subway’

Chappell Roan has shared a studio version of ‘The Subway’, which she debuted at Governors Ball Music Festival in June 2024. A The Daniel Nigro-produced track arrives with a music video directed by Amber Grace Johnson.  Check it out below.

“Over a year after performing this song for the first time at Gov Ball, dressed as Lady Liberty, ‘The Subway’ will be released on all streaming platforms this Thursday, July 31st at 8pm Eastern Time,” Roan wrote in her newsletter. “This song encompasses everything I love about New York City – with the hope, heartbreak and healing that it has to offer us all ـﮩﮩ٨ـ♡ﮩ٨ـﮩ”

In a press release, she added: “The cliche of ‘the girl that got away’ barely scratches the surface for me with this song. I wrote it as I was stumbling around New York with a broken heart and I kept envisioning us on every street, fire escape, coffee shop, park and yes… the subway.”

‘The Subway follows last year’s ‘Good Luck, Babe!’ and March’s ‘The Giver’. Roan’s debut album, The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess, came out in 2023.

What is Nosferatu Rated? Parental Guide & Rating

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Nowadays, movie fans hate remakes, reboots, and sequels. Many viewers dub them as unnecessary and mere cash grabs. But that is not the case for Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu in 2024. Particularly, it received a high rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Likewise, many individuals applaud the reimagining of the 1922 silent film for its darker and more disturbing approach. Specifically, the modern version revolves around the dreadful encounter of Ellen Hulter with Count Orlok. Since the film combines gothic horror with eerie imagery, audiences wonder about the rating and content of Nosferatu.

Read on to discover everything you need to know about the movie’s rating and content.

What is the Rating of the Movie?

As per IMDb, the Motion Picture Association (MPA) assigned an official R rating to Nosferatu. This rating stands for “Restricted.” And it’s given to films that are not appropriate for audiences under 17 years old. At the same time, Common Sense Media says that it’s suitable for viewers aged 16 and older. Particularly, this rating indicates the strong presence of violence, graphic nudity, and sexual content.

To help set expectations, check out IMDb‘s content rating:

  • Alcohol, Drugs, & Smoking: Mild
  • Frightening & Intense Scenes: Severe
  • Profanity: Mild
  • Sex & Nudity: Moderate
  • Sex & Nudity: Moderate

What Does the Nosferatu Rating Mean?

The R rating from MPA means the film is best for mature audiences. It clearly indicates that the movie does not hold back in depicting disturbing themes, psychological horror, violent imagery, and sexual overtones. Likewise, the restricted category signifies that it’s not a typical vampire tale. More than scaring, Nosferatu leaves a lingering impact that disturbs viewers. So, it’s definite that young audiences can’t handle it.

Content Breakdown of Nosferatu

The following is a content breakdown based on IMDb:

  • Alcohol, Drugs, & Smoking

Given the film’s period setting, several characters drink alcohol, smoke tobacco, and use opium.

  • Frightening & Intense Scenes

As expected, a Vampire movie includes a character with a frightening appearance. And Count Orlok does not fall short. Also, there are gory killings and extremely graphic deaths.

  • Profanity

While it’s intense in every other aspect, its use of strong language is mild.

  • Sex & Nudity

Although not overly explicit, the sexual scenes in Nosferatu involve moaning, thrusting, and minimal frontal nudity. However, a scene including necrophilia might be unsettling for some.

  • Violence & Gore

The movie features tons of graphic and gory violence. From neck biting to bloody killing, many scenes show overwhelming brutality.

The Final Verdict

Yes, this modern version of Nosferatu is a masterpiece for many viewers. However, the R rating is a warning that its content may not sit well with other audiences. So, this film is for older teens and adults who are ready for an intense movie experience.

What is Thunderbolts Rated? Parental Guide & Rating

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Based on box office success, it is undeniable that the Marvel Cinematic Universe is the most successful superhero franchise in film history. However, everything became shaky after Iron Man made the snap. And the box office performance of Thunderbolts was also underwhelming. Still, it was able to get an 88% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Many fans showed interest in its darker themes and intense tones. Specifically, the movie brings together anti-heroes and assassins to go on a dangerous mission. With the morally gray figures present, viewers ask about the official rating of Thunderbolts.

Find out more about the film’s rating and content description.

What is the Rating of the Movie?

Based on IMDb data, the Motion Picture Association (MPA) gave Thunderbolts an official PG-13 rating. In particular, this rating means “Parents Strongly Cautioned.” Similarly, Common Sense Media recommends the film for audiences aged 13 and up. The MPA rating is due to the presence of strong violence, moderate language, suggestive topics, and mature elements.

For better insight, here’s a quick content rating by IMDb:

  • Alcohol, Drugs, & Smoking: Mild
  • Frightening & Intense Scenes: Severe
  • Profanity: Moderate
  • Sex & Nudity: None
  • Violence & Gore: Moderate

What Does the Thunderbolts Rating Mean?

A PG-13 rating for the movie means that some material may be inappropriate for viewers under the age of 13. While this does not fully restrict them from watching, it warns parents about the film’s content. Also, this rating suggest that it contains intense action, substance depiction, morally complex characters, and emotionally heavy scenes. After all, Thunderbolts was the MCU’s step closer to R-rated territory. In short, it’s an edgier entry from the family-friendly superhero franchise.

Content Breakdown of Thunderbolts

Below is a content summary sourced from IMDb and Common Sense Media:

  • Alcohol, Drugs, & Smoking

There are characters in the movie who drink alcohol. At the same time, some use meth and make drug references.

  • Frightening & Intense Scenes

For sensitive viewers, the presence of domestic violence, depression, mental instability, and the Void might be too much to handle.

  • Profanity

Since it’s not in the R-rated territory, the offensive language is still minimal.

  • Sex & Nudity

Aside from a short reference to the male private part, the film does not include sexual themes.

  • Violence & Gore

Given the tone and edgy nature of the movie, extreme violence is present. Particularly, characters take part in killings, shootings, stabbings, and a whole lot of fighting.

The Final Verdict

With the MCU pushing toward the more mature domain, Thunderbolts is clearly not for young children. Considering the darker tone and emotional weight it carries, it’s more suitable for teens and adults.