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Korea Herald
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
J-Hope graces cover of Billboard magazine
K-pop sensation is only the second Korean male artist to appear on Billboard cover J-Hope of BTS has landed on the May cover of Billboard Magazine, marking a significant milestone in his solo career. He is the second Korean male solo artist to appear on the magazine's cover following Psy in 2012. BTS as a group previously graced the cover in 2018 and 2021. In the accompanying interview, J-Hope reflected on his goals as a solo musician saying he aims to bring positive energy to listeners and fans. J-Hope continues to prove his unwavering popularity and musicality both as a member of BTS and as a remarkable soloist. In 2022, he became the first Korean singer to perform on the main stage of Lollapalooza Chicago. He is currently on his first world tour, 'Hope on the Stage,' which kicked off Feb. 28 at Kspo Dome in Songpo-gu, Seoul. On tour, he has continued to break new ground and set impressive records. On April 4 and 6, he performed at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, drawing a total of 46,000 fans over the two nights. He was also the first Korean solo artist to headline a solo concert at the venue. Following his performances at Saitama Super Arena in Japan from April 19 to 21, major Japanese daily newspapers published special editions exclusively covering J-Hope's concerts, underscoring the immense local interest and impact of his shows. The singer also achieved impressive milestones with his latest singles 'Sweet Dreams' and 'Mona Lisa,' both of which charted on the Billboard Hot 100. J-Hope's world tour continues with two shows in Taipei, Taiwan on May 24-25, and wraps up June 13-14 at Goyang Sports Complex Stadium in Korea.
USA Today
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Taylor Swift debuts 'Look What You Made Me Do (Taylor's Version)' in 'Handmaid's Tale'
Taylor Swift debuts 'Look What You Made Me Do (Taylor's Version)' in 'Handmaid's Tale' I'm sorry the old Taylor can't come to the phone right now. Why? Oh, cause she's premiering "Look What You Made Me Do (Taylor's Version)" on a recent episode of "The Handmaid's Tale." In the midst of a content drought, Taylor Swift rose up from the dead for "Execution," Episode 9 of Season 6 of the Hulu series, which aired on May 19. During the opening credits, the haunting organ notes for the "Reputation (Taylor's Version)" track plays for two minutes and 16 seconds. We checked it once, then we checked it twice. The red-robed heroines of Gilead walked in unison down a street after a night of mayhem with sirens blaring in the background. Swift's anthemic tune played underneath a flurry of gunshots for the first verse, first chorus, second verse and ending "Look What You Made Me Do" repetitions. Mark it in red, underlined. More: What Taylor Swift's trademark applications can tell fans about a 'Reputation' rerelease. Like anything involving Swift's highly anticipated re-release, the permission to use the song ignited social media fan pages. On Instagram, @thetorturedpoets may have summed it up best by posting the clip with the caption, "SCREAMS GUYS A LOOK WHAT YOU MADE ME DO SNIPPET REP TV IS A THING ITS ALIVE ITS THERE OMG." This isn't the first time the re-recorded version has been used commercially. In March 2024, Apple TV+ previewed the new version in the docuseries "The Dynasty: New England Patriots." Former wide receiver Danny Amendola talks about Tom Brady's comeback after "deflategate" as "Look What You Made Me Do (Taylor's Version)" plays. The hit track was also featured in the trailer for Amazon Prime's "Wilderness." "Handmaid's" lead actress Elisabeth Moss, who plays June Osborne, told Billboard Magazine: "I've been wanting to use a Taylor song for many years on the show and we finally found the perfect spot for a track from her, and I'm so glad we waited because there could not be a more perfect song for a more perfect moment." Moss attended the penultimate Eras Tour stop in Toronto with co-star Bradley Whitford, who plays Commander Joseph Lawrence. More: Taylor Swift wipes away tears during Toronto concert: 'It's not even the last show!' "Taylor has been such an inspiration to me personally," Moss told Billboard. "As a Swiftie myself, and I think I can speak for (costar) Yvonne (Strahovski) and our entire cast as well, who are all Swifties, it's such an honor to be able to use her music in the final episodes of our show." When is 'Reputation (Taylor's Version)' coming out? So when could "Reputation (Taylor's Version)" drop? Fans have been mythologizing since Swift's São Paulo, Brazil stop in November 2023. But the most recent theory is that she may announce something if she attends the American Music Awards on May 26 in Las Vegas. Her team updated the "Shop" tab of her home page to include: "Apparel, Music, Accessories and Sale" to spell out "AMAS." And they marked down 12 items to 26% which fans thinks points to the 26th. No official word on if the superstar will appear. Don't miss any Taylor Swift news; sign up for the free, weekly newsletter This Swift Beat. Follow Bryan West, the USA TODAY Network's Taylor Swift reporter, on Instagram, TikTok and X as @BryanWestTV.
Irish Independent
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Top Wicklow May Bank Holiday events 2025: Jazz, festivals, food, tribute shows and family fun across the county
The ever-popular Bray International Jazz Festival returns over the May bank holiday featuring headline performers such as Billboard Magazine musician of the year Vijay Iyer, Mercury Prize nominee Nubya Garcia, and celebrated Finnish trumpeter Vernari Pohjola. For the 24th annual event, the festival welcomes former BBC Young Musician of the Year Xhosa Cole, acclaimed young Belgian trombonist Nabou Claerhout, Scottish jazz fusion experimentalists Norman Wilmore and Corrie Dick, Japanese koto player Mieko Miyazaki, and South African pianist and Blue Note recording artist Nduduzo Makhathini, amongst others. Ballyknockan village in west Wicklow will host Feile an Chnocáin, running from Thursday, May 1, through to Monday, May 5. Things kick off on the Thursday with a concert by the Ballymore Connect Choir taking place in St Joseph's Church, Valleymount from 7.30pm. Entry is free but you must book your place at A raffle will also take place on the night. On Friday, Seamus Cullen will provide a free talk and slideshow on the flooding of the Blessington Lake taking place in St Joseph's Community Hall, Valleymount, at 7.30pm. There will also be live music in Cullen's Lounge starting at 8.30pm. 3. Car and Coffee East Coast Classic and Vintage Club will be meeting in the car park of Jack Whites Inn for their first cars and coffee event of the season on Sunday May 4, running from 9.30am. Chairman of East Coast Classic and Vintage Club Paul Clarke said: 'We are now part of the Irish Vintage Society and we are looking forward to hosting our coffee and cars event.' 4. Grill Fest will host the return of Grill Fest in their Glen of the Downs showroom on Monday, May 5, featuring food tastings, BBQ demos and some excellent deals. The free event runs from 12 noon to 4pm, and on the day there will also be live music and plenty of spot prizes up for grabs. ADVERTISEMENT 5. Rhythm of the Night The Sinead O'Brien Dance School is gearing up for their latest production taking place in Blessington's Tramway Theatre. They have been busily working away behind the scenes putting in place the final touches for their production Rhythm of the Night taking place on Saturday, May 3, and Sunday, May 4. Both shows will commence at 6.30pm. Tickets costing €15 are on sale from the Office Shop Blessington. 6. Tina Turner Tribute The ultimate Tina Turner tribute is coming to the Arklow Bay Hotel on Sunday, May 4 at 9 pm. Expect powerhouse vocals, high-energy performances, and all the iconic moves that made Tina the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll. Tickets are €27.50 plus booking fee on 7. Charity day You don't have to be a rugby fan to head down to Greystones RFC's charity day on Saturday, May 3, from 2pm. There will be plenty of food and entertainment on offer as the club raises funds for the IRFU Charitable Trust. But if you are a rugby fan, the highlight of the afternoon will be a veterans' rugby match as Greystones RFC takes on the visiting Barbarians – a touring charity team from Toulouse, France. Later, you can gather to watch Leinster take on Northampton in the European Semi Final.
Irish Independent
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Wicklow May bank holiday festivals, gigs and more: What's on around the county
The ever-popular Bray International Jazz Festival returns over the May bank holiday featuring headline performers such as Billboard Magazine musician of the year Vijay Iyer, Mercury Prize nominee Nubya Garcia, and celebrated Finnish trumpeter Vernari Pohjola. For the 24th annual event, the festival welcomes former BBC Young Musician of the Year Xhosa Cole, acclaimed young Belgian trombonist Nabou Claerhout, Scottish jazz fusion experimentalists Norman Wilmore and Corrie Dick, Japanese koto player Mieko Miyazaki, and South African pianist and Blue Note recording artist Nduduzo Makhathini, amongst others. Ballyknockan village in west Wicklow will host Feile an Chnocáin, running from Thursday, May 1, through to Monday, May 5. Things kick off on the Thursday with a concert by the Ballymore Connect Choir taking place in St Joseph's Church, Valleymount from 7.30pm. Entry is free but you must book your place at A raffle will also take place on the night. On Friday, Seamus Cullen will provide a free talk and slideshow on the flooding of the Blessington Lake taking place in St Joseph's Community Hall, Valleymount, at 7.30pm. There will also be live music in Cullen's Lounge starting at 8.30pm. 3. Car and Coffee East Coast Classic and Vintage Club will be meeting in the car park of Jack Whites Inn for their first cars and coffee event of the season on Sunday May 4, running from 9.30am. Chairman of East Coast Classic and Vintage Club Paul Clarke said: 'We are now part of the Irish Vintage Society and we are looking forward to hosting our coffee and cars event.' 4. Grill Fest will host the return of Grill Fest in their Glen of the Downs showroom on Monday, May 5, featuring food tastings, BBQ demos and some excellent deals. The free event runs from 12 noon to 4pm, and on the day there will also be live music and plenty of spot prizes up for grabs. 5. Rhythm of the Night The Sinead O'Brien Dance School is gearing up for their latest production taking place in Blessington's Tramway Theatre. They have been busily working away behind the scenes putting in place the final touches for their production Rhythm of the Night taking place on Saturday, May 3, and Sunday, May 4. Both shows will commence at 6.30pm. Tickets costing €15 are on sale from the Office Shop Blessington. 6. Tina Turner Tribute The ultimate Tina Turner tribute is coming to the Arklow Bay Hotel on Sunday, May 4 at 9 pm. Expect powerhouse vocals, high-energy performances, and all the iconic moves that made Tina the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll. Tickets are €27.50 plus booking fee on 7. Charity day You don't have to be a rugby fan to head down to Greystones RFC's charity day on Saturday, May 3, from 2pm. There will be plenty of food and entertainment on offer as the club raises funds for the IRFU Charitable Trust. But if you are a rugby fan, the highlight of the afternoon will be a veterans' rugby match as Greystones RFC takes on the visiting Barbarians – a touring charity team from Toulouse, France. Later, you can gather to watch Leinster take on Northampton in the European Semi Final.
Irish Independent
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Co Wicklow May bank holiday festivals, gigs and more: What's on around the county
The ever-popular Bray International Jazz Festival returns over the May bank holiday featuring headline performers such as Billboard Magazine musician of the year Vijay Iyer, Mercury Prize nominee Nubya Garcia, and celebrated Finnish trumpeter Vernari Pohjola. For the 24th annual event, the festival welcomes former BBC Young Musician of the Year Xhosa Cole, acclaimed young Belgian trombonist Nabou Claerhout, Scottish jazz fusion experimentalists Norman Wilmore and Corrie Dick, Japanese koto player Mieko Miyazaki, and South African pianist and Blue Note recording artist Nduduzo Makhathini, amongst others. an Chnocáin Ballyknockan village in west Wicklow will host Feile an Chnocáin, running from Thursday, May 1, through to Monday, May 5. Things kick off on the Thursday with a concert by the Ballymore Connect Choir taking place in St Joseph's Church, Valleymount from 7.30pm. Entry is free but you must book your place at A raffle will also take place on the night. On Friday, Seamus Cullen will provide a free talk and slideshow on the flooding of the Blessington Lake taking place in St Joseph's Community Hall, Valleymount, at 7.30pm. There will also be live music in Cullen's Lounge starting at 8.30pm. 3. Car and Coffee East Coast Classic and Vintage Club will be meeting in the car park of Jack Whites Inn for their first cars and coffee event of the season on Sunday May 4, running from 9.30am. Chairman of East Coast Classic and Vintage Club Paul Clarke said: 'We are now part of the Irish Vintage Society and we are looking forward to hosting our coffee and cars event.' 4. Grill Fest will host the return of Grill Fest in their Glen of the Downs showroom on Monday, May 5, featuring food tastings, BBQ demos and some excellent deals. The free event runs from 12 noon to 4pm, and on the day there will also be live music and plenty of spot prizes up for grabs. ADVERTISEMENT 5. Rhythm of the Night The Sinead O'Brien Dance School is gearing up for their latest production taking place in Blessington's Tramway Theatre. They have been busily working away behind the scenes putting in place the final touches for their production Rhythm of the Night taking place on Saturday, May 3, and Sunday, May 4. Both shows will commence at 6.30pm. Tickets costing €15 are on sale from the Office Shop Blessington. 6. Tina Turner Tribute The ultimate Tina Turner tribute is coming to the Arklow Bay Hotel on Sunday, May 4 at 9 pm. Expect powerhouse vocals, high-energy performances, and all the iconic moves that made Tina the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll. Tickets are €27.50 plus booking fee on 7. Charity day You don't have to be a rugby fan to head down to Greystones RFC's charity day on Saturday, May 3, from 2pm. There will be plenty of food and entertainment on offer as the club raises funds for the IRFU Charitable Trust. But if you are a rugby fan, the highlight of the afternoon will be a veterans' rugby match as Greystones RFC takes on the visiting Barbarians – a touring charity team from Toulouse, France. Later, you can gather to watch Leinster take on Northampton in the European Semi Final.
