People thought that online games would make casino games obsolete for a long time. In reality, that couldn’t be further from the truth. Instead of dying out, casino games like slots have only become more popular ever since people started playing games online. 

How did that happen? It’s pretty simple – new slots are much better than their traditional counterparts. Let’s see how these slot games have improved over time and explore what makes them irresistibly enjoyable. 

There’s an ongoing debate about traditional and online slots, but it’s undeniably not a contest. Here’s why digital versions are objectively better. 

Slots have moved online.

The first crucial event in the evolution of slots is the introduction of online versions. Before that happened, most people thought that slots would never enter the online world and that they would die out in land-based casinos. 

Online casinos first appeared during the mid-90s, and they offered classic games like blackjack and roulette. However, it only took a couple of years for digital slots to appear. There’s no information on when they appeared online for the first time, but it’s undoubtedly sometime in the 2000s. 

Traditionally, slots were games that you could find at land-based casinos only, but this new concept changed things. It changed how players experienced slots, how casinos thought about their business, and how developers approached making these games. 

Many different options 

Since the casino industry first introduced them, online slots haven’t stopped growing. Today, hundreds of thousands of different slot games are available for people to play online. All of them are different in terms of design, gameplay, bonuses, special features, visuals, and other capabilities. 

Brand new slot sites launch constantly, and they all have something different to offer. Never before have players had such luxury to switch between games and find something new to play to keep things fun. You could play two to three different slots in traditional casinos, but a typical online casino has at least 100 games. 

Everyone can find games that they like and enjoy them. There are also free online slots that don’t require putting down real money to play. 

A wide range of bonuses 

Almost every online casino today offers bonuses. That’s how they compete to keep players on their platforms. First of all, most casinos have deposit bonuses that double the amount you deposited. Many different in-game bonuses give players more opportunities to win. 

Some games have free spins, others offer double wins, and many have small bonus rounds. If you’re looking for a platform with free spins, you should play new online slots on Prime Slots UK. 

Everyone likes bonuses as they let them play for a longer time and increase their chances of winning. In the past, slots were more rigorous and didn’t let players actually enjoy the games without being punished. If you want to learn more about bonuses and free offers, go here to read more about what UK Gambling Commission has to say. 

Online slots offer comfort.

Playing slots from your home was unimaginable only three decades ago. Players had to go out and visit the nearest casino, but finding one they liked wasn’t easy, mainly because casinos didn’t have variety in their game offer. 

You can play modern slots at home, during a lunch break, while traveling, or anywhere else. You only need a stable internet connection to start playing right away. There is no need to waste time going to a casino and socializing with other people if you don’t want to. 

You can play online slots on a desktop computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone. If you don’t like a specific slot game or online casino, finding a better one is a matter of minutes. It’s completely hassle-free and doesn’t require you to change your plans or organize your “fun time.” 

Conclusion 

We hope this article has shed some light on the advantages of online slots. If you haven’t had a chance to try them yet, now’s the time. Luckily, there are thousands of online slots you can try for free to explore their features before committing, even if you decide to play without real money. 

Take the time to compare different casinos and see what they offer. Whichever you choose, we’re confident you’ll have fun!

There is nothing quite like the experience of attending a live performance show. From the crowd’s energy to the excitement of the artists on stage, there are countless reasons why it is important to participate in these events. This blog post will discuss the top reasons you should make it a priority to see a live performance show in person.

Feel The Energy Run Through You

One of the best things about live performance shows is the energy palpable in the air. When surrounded by other people who are all excited to see the same thing as you, it creates an electric atmosphere that is hard to replicate anywhere else. So even if you are not the biggest fan of the artist performing, you can still feed off the energy of those around you and have a great time.

See Your Favorite Artists/Show in Person

Another great reason to attend live performance shows is to see your favorite artists in person. There is nothing quite like seeing your heroes perform live on stage right before you. Even if you have seen them perform on television or online before, there is something special about being in the same room as them while they are playing. You will likely never have another opportunity to see them this close, so it is worth making an effort to attend a live performance show.

Experience the Music in a Different Way

When you listen to music at home, it can be easy to get lost in your thoughts and miss out on the nuances of the songs. However, when you are at a live performance show, you are forced to pay attention to the music since it happens right in front of you. This can be a great way to appreciate the music differently and understand all of the hard work to create it.

Meet New People

One of the best things about live performance shows is that they provide an excellent opportunity to meet new people. Whether you are meeting other fans of the same artist or just people looking to have a good time, you will likely leave the show with some new friends. This is one of the best ways to expand your social circle and have some new experiences.

Emotion And Connection

Another reason to attend live performance shows is the emotion and connection you can feel with the artist. When you are watching a live performance, you can feel the artist’s passion for their music. This can create a strong emotional connection that is hard to find anywhere else. If you are looking to connect with an artist on a deeper level, attending a live performance show is the best way to do it. Shen Yun Performing Arts is an incredible live performance show that will leave you feeling inspired and emotionally connected.

Witness The Skill

When you attend a live performance show, you are witnessing the skill of the artist or artists performing. These shows take months or even years of practice and are perfect to put on. When you see a live performance, you see the culmination of all of that hard work. It is truly an amazing thing to behold and something that you will remember for the rest of your life.

Culture And Community

One of the best things about live performance shows is that they can provide a great sense of culture and community. When you attend these events, you are surrounded by people who share the same interests. This can create a strong sense of community and make you feel like you belong somewhere. So if you are looking for a way to connect with others, attending a live performance show is a great way to do it.

Inspiration

Finally, the last reason to attend live performance shows is for the inspiration that you can find there. It can be incredibly inspiring when you see someone performing at their absolute best. It can remind you of your passion and drive you to achieve your goals. So if you are looking for a little bit of inspiration in your life, attending a live performance show is a great way to find it.

Live performance shows offer many great benefits that you can’t find anywhere else. There is something for everyone, from the emotion and connection to the inspiration and culture at these events. If you have never been to a live performance show before, I highly recommend checking one out. You won’t be disappointed!

Social media posts inform large parts of our daily life. They can provide humour, information or memories. People can make them physical with a Facebook photobook or printing tweets onto t-shirts. The renaissance left art with a lesson that hasn’t really been shaken since: innovation means breaking all the rules. But the problem with that is that it becomes a lot harder then, without rules, to decide what is considered art. The connotations of art is that there is technique behind some awe-inspiring piece of work, but is that the case? And if that is the case, what’s to stop your everyday user’s post from being considered art?

How is art measured? Is it measured in likes? In fans? In gold stars? In sentimental value? Technique and effort? We explore in this guide that asks if users’ posts are art.

Pushback is a part of innovation

First, it’s worth remembering that a lot of famous artists of every genre, be it painting, photography, poetry, music, literature, etc. were told that their work was awful. Sometimes that was a lecturer laying out strict rules for what made good poetry, as in the case of the Beat Movement poet, Allen Ginsberg, or society at large not appreciating their work until they were long gone, like the tragic case of Vincent van Gogh.

When there’s effort put in?

Jackson Pollock would beg to differ. Or perhaps his seemingly random drips of paint were a tremendous effort? We can easily say “Well, I could do that”, but you haven’t. And you probably wouldn’t do it the same way. Millions of choices led us to where we are now. We are only who we are. And you can’t be someone else, not even Jackson Pollock.

When the fans say so?

That is an argument that takes some thought. Fans, as a collective, like some stupid stuff, they change their mind over time, and they are usually at odds with critics, who are apparently looking for the same things.

The term cult classics comes from a universally recognized objectively bad piece of art becoming something that fans love. Tommy Wiseau’s The Room comes to mind, which packs cinemas regularly with fans who love the term “So bad it’s good”, who cheer and scream whenever anything happens in this “romantic drama” movie.

When the critics say so?

As mentioned, critics often are at odds with what the fans like. And sometimes it’s not just down to the fact that the fans are in the process of enjoying a cult classic or a “so bad it’s good”, but they’re simply looking for other things than what the audience wants.

Or, in the case of the Beat Movement, they simply cannot get past what was considered correct in the past, to enjoy the innovation of now, where fans can recognize it.

Conclusion: It doesn’t matter

Art is subjective. It is the first rule of modern art and art analysis for a reason. One person might consider it art and likely it will be due to vastly different reasons than the next person, who doesn’t. Your mother loved those crayon drawings of the neighbour’s dog, but the New York Times might disagree.

So, print out your social media photos. They will mean something to someone, since they mean something to you, but they could also mean something down the line.

In 1995 a then-struggling Canadian singer-songwriter by the name of Alanis Morrisette released her third album, Jagged Little Pill. The album went on to enjoy seismic success, spawning multiple hit singles, global chart success, selling over 30 million copies and influencing the pop-rock genre for generations to come. 

Jagged Little Pill saw Morrisette move away from the dance-pop that had dominated her first two albums to explore her angst and aggression at a wide range of topics ranging from failed relationships (You Oughta Know) and predatory men (Right Through You), to religion (Forgiven) and the population’s apathy towards the world we live in (Wake Up). One of the album’s most successful singles, Ironic, was the topic of a widespread linguistic debate on whether the lyrics to the song actually fit the definition of irony or was a malapropism on Morrisette’s part. 

Since its release in the mid-90s, Jagged Little Pill has consistently made ‘definitive album’ lists including the Rolling Stone 500 Greatest Albums of All Time and the book 1001 Albums to Hear Before You Die. Artists including P!nk, Michelle Branch, Kelly Clarkson and Katy Perry have cited the album as a major inspiration. It was in 2013 that news first broke that the album was being turned into a musical with Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Tom Kitt working on orchestrating the album for the stage. Almost 10 years later; Jagged Little Pill: The Musical is launching in the UK in the autumn, but what can audiences expect?

Jukebox musicals are dime a dozen in the modern theatrical landscape, designed to ignite the interests of the mass markets and the hordes of tourists in major cities who want to tick off ‘see a show’ from their bucket lists – think ABBA’s Mamma Mia!, Queen’s We Will Rock You, Jersey Boys based on the music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, and TINA: The Tina Turner Musical. 

This kind of musical tends to be a whistle-stop autobiographical tour through an artists’ life, from fighting the naysayers to global success, all done to the soundtrack of their biggest hits. Here’s where Jagged Little Pill intended to break the mould. This musical is not at all autobiographical and playwright Diablo Cody – who also wrote the screenplay for the 2007 film Juno – has instead decided to write an entirely original plot.

The musical follows a suburban American family trying to paint a picture-perfect facade, whilst caught in the crossfire of a multitude of contemporary and social issues. A mother trying to hide her reliance on opioids; a father addicted to pornography; a queer, activist daughter trying to force change on everything from climate change to gun violence; an image-conscious son dealing with the rape of a close friend. Every character is given a complex subplot that feeds into the Jagged Little Pill’s overarching narrative. 

Alongside the inclusion of the majority of Jagged Little Pill’s tracklist, the musical also uses songs from several of Morrisette’s other studio albums including “Thank U” from Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie, “Hands Clean” from Under Rug Swept, “Unprodigal Daughter” from Feast on Scraps and two new songs written for the musical – ”Smiling” (which also featured on the singer’s most recent studio album Such Pretty Forks in the Road) and “Predator”. 

Jagged Little Pill opened on Broadway in 2019 to strong critic reviews, with many praising the performances, staging, choreography and score. “You Oughta Know” stopped the show at most performances, garnering rapturous applause and standing ovations from the audience – the performance by Lauren Patten earned a Tony Award for Best Supporting Actress. However, some critics did take issue with the shoehorning of so many different social issues into the show. Rolling Stone described the musical as ‘overly woke’ and Vox called the musical ‘overstuffed’ – it even inspired a New York Times think piece entitled “Has Alanis Morissette Made the Most Woke Musical Since ‘Hair’?”.

UK audiences will soon be able to make up their own minds as Jagged Little Pill is set to make its West End premiere in November 2022. It has been announced that most of the Broadway creative team, including director Diane Paulus, will be working on the show’s West End run. It begs the question – is the London theatre scene ready to be ‘woke’ up or is this musical simply “Uninvited”?