Cadence Weapon has won the 2021 Polaris Music Prize for his album Parallel World. The prize is awarded annually to the best Canadian album “based on artistic merit, regardless of genre, sales or record label,” as determined by a 11-member grand jury. This is the Edmonton-born rapper’s first Polaris Prize Win, having previously been shortlisted for his albums Breaking Kayfabe (2006) and Hope in Dirt City (2012). Parallel World beat out shortlisted albums by Betasamosake Simpson, Mustafa, TOBi, The Weather Station, and more.
“I want to show everybody, all the young artists listening right now, and watching this, you don’t have to be from Toronto,” Cadence Weapon, aka Rollie Pemberton, said while accepting the award. “Your experience is valuable and your art matters. The prairies got something to say.”
Last year, Backxwash won the Polaris Music Prize for God Has Nothing to Do With This Leave Him out of It.
After their relationship ends, Lina (Nadia de Santiago) must stop focusing on Nico (Álvaro Cervantes) and their memories together to devote her energy to herself. Her gaze will be a minute less on the past during the course of the series and more on the present, giving new meaning to the expression “time heals all wounds.”
The Time It Takes will stream on Netflix from the 29th of October.
Like Australia’s literary scene, the country’s cinema tends towards the haunted, often using the stolen landscape as a setting for troubled characters trying to disappear into the wilderness. However, more recent films use the land almost as a character – something that drives the story and informs the characters’ journeys. In the real world, Australia is perceived as a quiet, laidback nation, but in media, the country is haunted by its dark history, an obsession with true crime, and the ever-present threat of its harsh natural landscape.
Here are five haunting Australian films from the country’s growing cinematic catalogue.
The Dry (2020)
Based on the eponymous novel by Jane Harper, The Dry debuted on Australian screens in early 2021 to positive reception. The Robert Connelly-directed adaptation follows Federal Agent Aaron Falk as he returns to his hometown when his childhood best friend is found dead alongside his wife and children.
However, Aaron’s visit to his drought-stricken hometown soon turns into a murder investigation. The townsfolk are suspicious of Aaron and treat him like a suspect in the case, forcing him to recall his youth with his friends. As Aaron unravels the mystery at hand, another one buried in his memory comes to light.
Sweet Country (2017)
Warwick Thornton’s Sweet Country is a masterclass in cinematography as well as impactful storytelling. Based on a true story of an Aboriginal man being arrested for murdering a white man in 1920s central Australia, the film has a distinctly Western tone – though, of course, the film is set in Australia’s Northern Territory.
Sam Kelly is a middle-aged Aboriginal man working on the farm of Fred Smith, a kindly preacher whose acquaintances include Harry March, a WWI veteran and alcoholic. Harry becomes involved with Sam’s family, hurting and threatening them while looking for one of his workers, a young Aboriginal boy named Philomac. After an altercation, Sam kills Harry in self-defence and is put on trial for murder.
Breath (2017)
Based on the novel by Tim Winton, Breath is set along the coast of 1970s Western Australia, where two teenagers meet a mysterious man known as Sando. Among other things, he teaches them how to surf and take risks. Pikelet, the protagonist, learns that he’s a former surfing champion, but he’s even more intrigued by his wife, Eva. Things take a dark turn as Pikelet spends more time with Eva, and less time with his best friend Loonie.
The film flows naturally, fuelled by powerful energy and mystery, much like the ocean that provides a backdrop for many of the story’s key moments. The settings have a darkness about them that will feel familiar to Australian viewers – particularly because of the role that the natural settings plays in all of these characters’ journeys.
Lion (2016)
Based on the true story of Saroo Brierley’s separation from his biological family in India, Lion tells a heartrending but ultimately uplifting story of a young man’s quest to discover his true identity. As a five-year-old boy, Saroo is separated from his brother at a train station. Eventually, he ends up in an orphanage. From there, he is adopted by an Australian couple and leaves India.
He grows up in Australia, never quite fitting in, but content for the most part. When he reaches young adulthood, Saroo begins questioning his origins with more scrutiny. He then begins a search – using Google Maps – to trace his journey back to his home village in India. Because the film is based on real accounts, the emotional story leaves an even more lasting impact on viewers, who may question the systems that allowed Saroo to be separated from his family so easily in the first place.
Storm Boy (1976)
Adapted from Colin Thiele’s 1964 children’s novel, Storm Boy is a timeless film set on the coast of South Australia. A sense of isolation and despair pervades the film, which makes it more suitable for older viewers than the 2019 remake, but the heart of the story remains the same.
Storm Boy (or Mike) lives with his father in Coorong, a lonely but beautiful coastal town, where he adopts a pelican and secretly befriends a young indigenous man named Fishbone. The film’s meandering pace is balanced out by its short runtime (88 minutes), but the sense of foreboding and loneliness is accentuated by its haunting soundtrack.
The first trailer for Paul Thomas Anderson’s new film, titled Licorice Pizza, has been unveiled. It stars Alana Haim, the youngest of the HAIM sisters, along with Bradley Cooper, Benny Safdie, Cooper Hoffman (son of the late Philip Seymour Hoffman), Tom Waits, and Maya Rudolph. According to its official synopsis, the film is “the story of Alana Kane and Gary Valentine growing up, running around and falling in love in the San Fernando Valley, 1973.” Watch the trailer, which is set to David Bowie’s ‘Life on Mars’, below.
Licorice Pizza is out in limited release on November 26 and will expand nationwide on December 25. It will mark the director’s ninth feature, following 2017’s Phantom Thread.
Paul Thomas Anderson has directed several music videos for HAIM, most recently last year’s ‘Man From the Magazine’ visual. He also shot the cover image for their latest album, Women in Music Pt. III.
Arca has shared a new Spanish-Language track called ‘Incendio’. The single was co-produced with Omar, while its cover artwork was created by Frederik Heyman, who also worked on Arca’s ‘Nonbinary’ video. Check it out below.
Later today, a new film curated by Arca and directed by longtime Aphex Twin collaborator Weirdcore will premiere via Dice.fm. The 55-minute performance will air at 3 pm ET (8 pm BST) as part of the C2C Festival, with proceeds from tickets benefitting Casa Rifugio Marcella, a temporary shelter for trans and nonbinary people who are victims of discrimination and violence.
Arca released her album KiCk i last year, which was followed by the four-part Madre EP in January. More recently, she remixed Lady Gaga’s ‘Rain on Me’ for the latest edition of Chromatica.
Tool have announced a 2022 tour that will take them through the US and Europe. “It is with great pleasure I get to announce our return to the road,” drummer Danny Carey said in a statement. “These past 18 months have been trying to say the least but from great trials come great lessons and great rewards. We are genuinely looking forward to sharing them with you.” Check out the list of dates, including shows with Blonde Redhead and the Acid Helps, in the tour poster below.
Tickets go on general sale this Friday (October 1) at 10 am local time here. Tool released their first album in 13 years, Fear Inoculum, back in 2019.
Throughout the week, we update our Best New Songs playlist with the new releases that caught our attention the most, be it a single leading up to the release of an album or a newly unveiled deep cut. And each Monday, we round up the best new songs released over the past week (the eligibility period begins on Monday and ends Sunday night) in this segment.
On this week’s list, we have the new single from Let’s Eat Grandma, the duo of Rosa Walton and Jenny Hollingworth, who returned with the wistfully enchanting ‘Hall of Mirrors’; a mesmerizing new single from Topanga Canyon native Lou Roy, ‘Valkyrie’, featuring some wonderful production flourishes from illuminati hotties’ Sarah Tudzin; ‘Sometimes I Forget How Summer Looks on You’, the haunting opening track from Ben LaMar Gay’s forthcoming album Open Arms to Open Us, featuring vocals from Ohmme; a soaring, propulsive new track from Bartees Strange called ‘Weights’, taken from the deluxe edition of Live Forever; Manchester post-punk band Mandy, Indiana’s visceral new song ‘Bottle Episode’, from their upcoming debut EP; Hana Vu’s ‘Keeper’, which anchors in stirring melodies and glistening synths; Ada Lea’s ‘my love 4 u is real’, a dynamic highlight from her sophomore album; and ‘Sudoku’, another magnificent single from Penelope Isles’ forthcoming LP.
Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas joined Coldplay for a live rendition of ‘Fix You’ at last night’s Global Citizen benefit livestream. Coldplay were the headliners of the New York leg of the global event, a 24-hour marathon that took place in various cities across seven different continents and also featured appearances from Lorde, the Weeknd, Metallica, the newly reunited Fugees, BTS, Elton John, Ed Sheeran, Christine and the Queens, and more. Watch Coldplay perform ‘Fix You’ with Billie Eilish and Finneas below.
Earlier this week, Coldplay joined forces with BTS for the new collaborative single ‘My Universe’. Their upcoming album Music of the Spheres, which also includes the singles ‘Coloratura’ and ‘Higher Power’, comes out on October 15. That same day, Finneas is set to release his debut full-length, Optimist. Billie Eilish’s sophomore LP, Happier Than Ever, arrived back in July.
Playing is something you do for fun. But for some time now, some have suggested that we can make money by playing. It is the dream of all Internet users! No need to work and earn real money playing video games on your computer with the right application. Know that you will be able to supplement your end of the month and supplement your income a little, but you will never earn a salary. It will never replace a job, but it can quite generate an interesting additional income. So, is paying to win games worth it?
Free or Paid games, the Gain Will Not Be the Same!
Some sites offer you online games that allow you to win money or freebies. These games are very often entertaining. There are several types of games: free scratch cards, lottery games, casino games, etc. Besides, you can easily find the best online casinos like Michigan casinos where you can play your favourite casino games. The more you play, the more points you earn. With these points you can receive money or gifts. Most of these games are completely free, but there are also paid games. Of course, for gambling, the chances of winning are even greater. Cash wins are immediate the moment you play. You can choose to withdraw your money directly by wire transfer. On the other hand, some sites are completely free, meaning you don’t need to deposit any money. Others operate with deposits of money. It’s up to you to see what you prefer. The advantage of sites that ask for deposits is that they usually earn more. However, beware of scams, there are many free games to make money on the internet, but some are not serious.
For those looking for a more structured and legitimate way to play for big prizes, official lottery draws like Lotto America offer a secure and regulated alternative. Unlike casual gaming apps, games like Lotto America are state-run, transparent, and can lead to life-changing jackpots while still allowing you to play for fun.”
Time Wallet, an Application That Pays its Players!
What if you got paid to play games on your smartphone? The proposal is enticing. Whether it’s on public transport, in the bathroom, or in the doctor’s waiting room, many people spend their time playing games on their phones. Monetizing your gaming moments is the promise of many mobile applications. This is notably the case of the Time Wallet application, which is free and available on iOS or equivalent to AppLike on Android, via the Google PlayStore. You are free to download this application. Sure, you make money gambling, but don’t expect to be a millionaire as the advertisements suggest. There is no scam, the Time Wallet team have already paid off some happy players with their low rewards. This kind of app has a nasty habit of rewarding you if you give a review early on. The problem is, it skews the overall rating of the app. Admit that the idea is attractive. The very idea of getting paid to play is enticing. But is it really interesting for the player? In fact, with Time Wallet, after an hour of play, you’ll earn fifty cents at best. After 3 hours of play, you may have won 2 dollars. Beyond the 3 hours of games, it is difficult to win a penny. At this point, the app gradually loses its interest, and many decide to uninstall the app. In addition, it is prone to bugs and you risk seeing your playing time invalidated at any time, or not seeing any game to test. You should also know that applications like Time Wallet aim to make money by paying very modestly to a community of players, sometimes eager to earn a few cents. If the disappointed do not stay, there are always those who persist and hope to win more one day. They are the ones who make money for the company that offers this service!
Golf is one of the most popular sports in the world and it’s also one of the most challenging to play! You will need a lot of specialized equipment to get started, but we’ve rounded up all the essentials. Learn about golf clubs, golf balls, and golf shoes and what you should be looking for when buying each type.
A Proper Bag
You don’t have to go crazy here, but you will need a bag that is sturdy and comfortable. Choose one with plenty of pockets so you can keep everything organized. A rain hood attached to the top of the bag will protect your equipment in inclement weather. A good golf stand bag will stay balanced, won’t weigh too much, and most importantly will be comfortable! Look for padded straps that are adjustable as well as removable, which can come in handy when you have to check your bag.
Golf Cart
You’ll want a cart, which is the easiest way to transport all of your equipment to and from the course. You can get by with a pushcart or a pull cart, but this type of transportation makes it easier for you to get around the course quickly. You’ll also avoid tiring out your legs, which is essential if you want to play your best game. A golf cart should have a storage area underneath the seat and it should be easy to fold up and put in your car when not in use.
Golf Balls
A good golf ball is the heart of every game. You’ll need at least two dozen balls if you are playing 18 holes. The most common type of balls are made from rubber or urethane, but there are unique options like plastic and titanium as well. Rubber balls are designed for beginners and tend to be more forgiving than other types. Urethane is great for players who can generate a lot of power behind their shots while titanium is best suited for casual games with family members or friends.
When choosing golf balls, see how many are in a pack. Balls are sold individually or packed in sets of two, four, six, eight, twelve, and eighteen. The most common packages are the 2-12-18 varieties. A good set will have both high-quality balls as well as less expensive ones for when you make an occasional mistake during play.
Golf Shoes
Proper golf shoes keep you stable and can also help with stability during your swing. Golfers typically wear spikes on their feet to give them grip on the grassy course. Many shoes are designed to be waterproof because they will get wet during play! Don’t forget that these shoes often come in different studs for various conditions including sand traps and hard ground levels.
Clothing
Always wear comfortable clothes that allow freedom of movement when you’re playing golf. Be sure your shoes are clean and ready to go – if they’re too worn down, buy new ones in time for your game! Make sure your clothing isn’t tight; instead it should be breathable in case the weather is hot or humid. Proper golf attire should include a hat, visor, or sunglasses. You should wear a collared shirt and long pants to avoid injury while playing. Be sure your socks are high enough so that they don’t get caught up in any equipment you’re carrying on the course.
It’s important to make a good impression on your friends and golf partners, so look sharp when you show up at the course. A nice pair of pants with a polo shirt is appropriate attire if you don’t want to risk looking like a fool by wearing shorts or jeans with holes in them. Show up looking like you mean business and most importantly, bring along extra clothing in case it gets wet (and it probably will).
Golf Clubs
Of course, last but not least, you will need proper golf clubs that help make hitting the ball easy and fun! When purchasing golf clubs, keep in mind your skill level and the type of ball you use. Beginners should get graphite-shafted clubs that are lightweight. Make sure you can get used to the weight of the club so it’s not too heavy or too light while playing. You will also want to invest in two different types of woods depending on what game you’re playing. If you’re participating in stroke play, choose a 4-wood and 5 wood head with either steel or graphite shafts for best results.
You need high-quality golf equipment if you want to have any chance of succeeding! We’ve broken down all the essentials for each item into simple steps that anyone can follow when they go shopping for their next game.
