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Getting to Know Anime: Top Shows to Keep You Entertained

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Getting to Know Anime: Top Shows to Keep You Entertained

There is no getting away from it; the popularity of Japanese culture within the country is phenomenal. From animation, video games, and comics, it seems the pop culture of Japan is well and truly part of the American popular culture now. So much so that anime is now one of the top interests of young teenagers. 

Not only is amine on TV screens, but there are now accompanying games and action figures to keep people entertained for hours. Below are three of the most popular anime series to pique your interest. So if you want to move beyond mobile games, anime is the place to start.

Fairy Tale

This is one of the anime series which has been running a long time. It is extremely popular in Japan and America. There are characters that are very interesting such as Natsu who is a wizard and a member of Fairy Tale who helps to save Lucy from being abducted. Lucy is a wannabe wizard. 

It is a beautiful series that documents the adventures of these characters in their quest to battle evil.  The first season dates back to 2009, so you will have plenty of episodes to keep you entertained should you become hooked on the program. Needless to say, this has been so popular and well-received that it has won several anime awards.

Dragon Ball

This anime series is top-rated around the globe. The story centers around Gokuu, a father and husband. His son is five years old. His world is turned upside down when Raditz arrives, claiming to be his long-lost brother.

A fascinating story in that Raditz claims to be a warrior and that Gokuu’s true destiny was to conquer and destroy the planet. Something that Gokuu would not remember because Raditz suggests Gokuu has amnesia. What ensues are attacks from extra-terrestrial characters. 

The series started in 1989, as well as programs; there have been movies, video games and figures dragon ball related to the series, which can be purchased. 

Death Note

Death Note is more of a dark series. The program centers around the Shinigami who is the god of death within the program. He is only able to kill a person if he can see their face but also write their name in a book called the Death Note.

One of these Death Note books is left for a human to find. A student comes across it, and the story takes forward the student’s role as he tries to rid the world of criminals.  

The series is based on comic books (manga) and started back in 2003. While it is a darker series than those mentioned above, it is a must-watch to experience one of the best anime series on offer.

You really do not have to be a die-hard fan of anime to appreciate the unique and interesting plot lines of the above programs. The programs will give you a flavor of the best anime to watch. It is also a way of introducing this popular culture to your family and friends.

Trevor Noah to Host 2021 Grammys Awards

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Trevor Noah to Host 2021 Grammys Awards

Trevor Noah is set to host the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards, the Recording Academy has announced. The Daily Show host and comedian will be replacing Alicia Keys, who served as host for the past two years. The ceremony will be broadcast on January 31, 2021 on CBS.

“Despite the fact that I am extremely disappointed that the Grammys have refused to have me sing or be nominated for best pop album, I am thrilled to be hosting this auspicious event,” Noah said in a press release. “I think as a one-time Grammy nominee, I am the best person to provide a shoulder to all the amazing artists who do not win on the night because I, too, know the pain of not winning the award! (This is a metaphorical shoulder, I’m not trying to catch corona). See you at the 63rd Grammys!”

Trevor Noah earned his first Grammy nomination last year for his standup special Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia. He ended up losing to Dave Chappelle.

Taylor Swift Releasing New ‘folklore’ Film on Disney+ Tonight

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Taylor Swift Releasing New ‘folklore’ Film on Disney+ Tonight

Taylor Swift is releasing a new folklore documentary on Disney+ tonight (November 24). Taking its name from the Hudson, New York studio owned by the album’s producer and The National member Aaron Dessner, folklore: the long pond studio sessions was recorded in that same studio with Dessner and collaborator Jack Antonoff. It finds the three artists reuniting to reflect on the album and perform stripped-down renditions of the full record, which they originally worked on remotely. Bon Iver, who features on the album track ‘exile’, also makes a guest appearance. Check out the film’s trailer below.

“Well it’s 11/24 and 24-11=13 so I’ve got an announcement,” Swift wrote on Twitter. “You haven’t seen this film before. folklore: the long pond studio sessions will be out tonight at midnight PST on Disney+.”

folklore, Taylor Swift’s eighth studio album, was released in July and became the top-selling album of 2020. Back in September, Swift gave album track ‘betty’ its live debut at the the 55th Academy of Country Music Awards.

King Princess Drops New Song ‘PAIN’

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King Princess Drops New Song ‘PAIN’

Last month, King Princess released her first new song of 2020, ‘Only Time Makes It Human’. Now, she’s back with a new track called ‘PAIN’, which was co-produced by KP, Mark Ronson, Shawn Everett, and Mike Malchicoff. Check it out below.

In a new interview with Zane Lowe, King Princess said ‘PAIN’ is “probably my favorite song I’ve ever written.” She added: “I think what I love about it is it’s got that fucking piano. It’s the ultimate George Michael meets Erotica-era Madonna meets an incredible remix if you’re in a gay club that makes you uncomfortable and horny.”

King Princess also confirmed that she’s working on her new album with Ronson, who also produced her 2019 debut Cheap Queen.

Alaska Reid Unveils Video for New Song ‘Big Bunny’

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Alaska Reid Unveils Video for New Song ‘Big Bunny’

Alaska Reid has shared the the title track to her upcoming solo EP Big Bunny. The song was produced by A.G. Cook, who also directed the accompanying visual. Check it out below.

“When I was younger I wanted a bunny so bad that I would chase after wild rabbits, trying to catch them,” Alaska said in a statement. “I was obsessed and convinced myself that if I could just catch one that I would have this magical connection with it like Lyra and her daemon in The Golden Compass. A. G. just decided to literally have a large bunny follow me around. We filmed it during a freak snow storm a few weeks ago. Trust me, the snow was real — it was hard to play guitar in a blizzard in 12 degrees.”

Big Bunny arrives on December 11 via Terrible Records. It includes the previously released singles ‘Oblivion’, ‘Quake’, ‘Boys From Town’, and ‘Mermaid Tears’ and also features production from Rodaidh McDonald (The xx, David Byrne, Adele) and Andrew Sarlo (Big Thief).

Arlo Parks Shares New Song ‘Caroline’

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Arlo Parks Shares New Song ‘Caroline’

Arlo Parks has shared a new song called ‘Caroline’. It’s the latest preview from the London artist’s upcoming debut album Collapsed In Sunbeams, following last month’s Clairo-assisted ‘Green Eyes’. Check it out below, alongside an accompanying lyric video.

“‘Caroline’ is an exercise in people watching and seeing situations unfold without context,” Parks said in a statement. “It’s an exploration of how something once full of healthy passion can dissolve in an instant.”

Collapsed In Sunbeams arrives  January 29, 2021 via Transgressive. In addition to ‘Caroline’, it also includes the previously released singles ‘Eugene’, ‘Black Dog’, and ‘Hurt’. Earlier this year, Arlo Parks joined Phoebe Bridgers for a cover of Radiohead’s ‘Fake Plastic Trees’ and covered Billie Eilish’s ‘my future’ for BBC Radio 1.

Check out our Artist Spotlight Q&A with Arlo Parks.

Cloud Nothings, The Beths, Sad13, and More Appear on New Carpark Covers Album: Listen

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Cloud Nothings, The Beths, Sad13, and More Appear on New Carpark Covers Album: Listen

US label Carpark Records has released a new compilation to celebrate its 21st anniversary. Titled No Cover: Carpark’s 21st Anniversary Covers Comp, it features Carpark artists, affiliates, and alumni and covering songs by other musicians on the label. The 21-track collection includes contributions from Sad13, Cloud Nothings, The Beths, Johanna Warren, Dan Deacon, Skylar Spence, Popstrangers, Ed Schrader’s Music Beat, and many more. Take a listen below (via Bandcamp). A 2xLP vinyl edition of No Cover is set for release on March 19, 2021.

Carpark Records was established in New York City in 1999 by Todd Hyman before relocating to the Washington, D.C. area in 2005. Initially focusing mostly on experimental electronic music, the label increasingly expanded and went on to release music from Beach House, Dan Deacon, Toro y Moi, and more. Over the years, the label also established a number of imprints and subsidiary labels including Acute Records, Company Records, and Paw Tracks.

Watch Dua Lipa Perform ‘Levitating’ at AMAs 2020

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Watch Dua Lipa Perform ‘Levitating’ at AMAs 2020

Dua Lipa was one of the performers at Sunday night’s American Music Awards. Surrounded by a group of dancers, she performed her single ‘Levitating’ while actually levitating, rising up on a wire as glitter showered down. Watch her performance, broadcast from London, below.

Dua was nominated for two awards at this year’s AMAs: Favorite Female Artist – Rock/Pop and Favorite Song – Pop/Rock (‘Don’t Start Now’). She won in the latter category. The ceremony, broadcast live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles with Taraji P. Henson serving as host, also featured performances from Billie Eilish, Megan Thee Stallion, BTS, Shawn Mendes, Justin Bieber, Katy Perry, Jennifer Lopez and Maluma, the Weeknd with Kenny G, and more.

Dua Lipa released her last studio album, Future Nostalgia, back in March. A remix edition of the LP titled Club Future Nostalgia dropped in August, featuring guest contributions from Gwen Stefani, Mark Ronson, BLACKPINK, and more. She recently enlisted Belgian singer-songwriter Angèle for a new song called ‘Fever’ and joined Miley Cyrus on her new single ‘Prisoner’.

Watch Billie Eilish Perform ‘Therefore I Am’ at AMAs 2020

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Watch Billie Eilish Perform ‘Therefore I Am’ at AMAs 2020

Billie Eilish was one of the performers at Sunday night’s American Music Awards. Joined by her brother and close collaborator FINNEAS, she performed her new single ‘Therefore I Am’ live for the first time. Watch their performance below.

Eilish was nominated for two awards at this year’s AMAs: Favorite Artist – Alternative Rock, and Favorite Social Artist. The ceremony, broadcast live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles with Taraji P. Henson serving as host, also featured performances from Megan Thee Stallion, BTS, Shawn Mendes, Justin Bieber, Katy Perry, Jennifer Lopez and Maluma, the Weeknd with Kenny G, Dua Lipa, and more. Check out the full list of winners here.

Perfume Genius Unveils Pigman-Starring Music Video for ‘Some Dream’

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Perfume Genius Unveils Pigman-Starring Music Video for ‘Some Dream’

Perfume Genius has shared a new music video for his Set My Heart on Fire Immediately track ‘Some Dream’. The visual was directed by Charles Grant and Hunter Ray Barker and stars Marc LeBlanc as Pigman.

“The song is about the sort of dream world I keep myself in, in order to write,” Perfume Genius’ Mike Hadreas said in a statement. “Sometimes I wonder if there will be real world costs for staying there too long. I don’t want to pick my head up after a bunch of years go by and see a bunch of songs but nobody to love.”

Charles Grant added: “I’ve loved Mike [Hadreas]’ music for a long time. Marc LeBlanc is the star of the video—he plays the pigman. He’s an amazing actor and his performance in combination with how powerful and emotional Mike’s music is gave this whole project such amazing energy and spirit. Hunter and I are really grateful to have added to Mike’s creative world in a way that feels uniquely true to him, us, and Marc all at once…. We are all pigs.”

Set My Heart on Fire Immediately arrived back in May. On December 1st, Perfume Genius will release a 80-page, limited edition companion book to the album that will feature portraits by French photography Camille Vivier, a foreword from poet, fiction writer, and MacArthur Fellow Ocean Vuong, as well as handwritten lyrics as “vivid conjurings that became songs and tactile byproducts from exercises in world-building.”

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