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Cosmopolitan
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Is ‘Camp Rock 3' Happening? Joe Jonas May Have Confirmed It
In an unexpected development in the Disney Channel Original Movie universe, it seems like Camp Rock 3 may actually be in the works. During the Jonas Brothers' August 12 appearance on Hot Ones Versus, the musicians gave fans a glimpse into their personal lives thanks to challenges within the game. When asked to show the most recent entry on his phone's Notes app, Joe Jonas accidentally pulled a Tom Holland and revealed that a third installment of the beloved DCOM is in its early stages. 'As a songwriter, there is a constant need to document your innermost thoughts and feelings. Read your last Notes app entry out loud,' Nick said off the cue card, to which Joe responded, 'Read Camp Rock 3.' Of course, this prompted an awkward silence between his brothers since they were probably instructed by the House of Mouse to keep news about the movie under wraps. 'Pretty good,' Nick said, as Kevin nervously laughed and chimed in, 'Okay, that's a pretty good one.' Joe seemed unfazed by the move, adding, 'It's the truth. It's literally right here. Sorry, Disney!' His cheeky confirmation comes after their Camp Rock co-star, Demi Lovato, recently performed hits from the first two movies with them during the opening night of their Greetings from Your Hometown Tour at MetLife Stadium on August 10. This also marks the first news about Camp Rock 3 since 2017, when Demi and the JoBros hinted that a potential R-rated version could be on the horizon. It's unlikely that this recent development is related, but at the time, Joe told Marie Claire, 'If it made sense, sure. For all of us—Demi, Nick—it would be funny to do a spin on it. Do the graduating days, make it kinda dark. An adult film. Well, not an adult film. An R-rated film. We've joked around about the idea a couple times.' Shortly after, Demi went on The Ellen DeGeneres Show and explained their vision for the third movie in the franchise. 'We want to come out with an R-rated Camp Rock 3,' she said, per Teen Vogue. 'I mean, all of our fans have now grown up, and so anybody that watched Camp Rock is now older and can appreciate it.' Especially after their recent on-stage reunion, we can't wait to see their characters, Mitchie Torres and Connect 3, back on screen. Not to quote our screen queen Ayo Edeberi, but this is pretty much our vibe going forward: 'I'm seated. The theater employees are scared and asking me to I'm simply too seated.'
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
People Are Praising 'Zombies 4' For Revitalizing Disney Channel Movies, And I'm Here For It
If you're a millennial or elder Gen-Z, then you know what a HUGE deal Disney Channel movies were growing up. The Cheetah Girls, Gotta Kick It Up!, we had it ~so~ good. Aside from a few bright gems like the Descendants films, there haven't been a ton of memorable Disney Channel Original Movies in recent years. But we may be entering a DCOM renaissance. Everyone can't get enough of Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires, and I totally get why. The fourth installment in the Zombies franchise, which originally launched in 2018, follows Zed (Milo Manheim) and Addison (Meg Donnelly) as they embark on a summer road trip after their first year of college, only to find themselves caught in the middle of a high-stakes conflict between Daybreakers and Vampires. The cast also includes Kylee Russell (Eliza), Chandler Kinney (Willa), Malachi Barton (Victor), Freya Skye (Nova), Julian Lerner (Ray), Swayam Bhatia (Vera), Mekonnen Knife (Vargas), Lisa Chappell (Vampire Eldress), and Jonno Roberts (Commander Bright). Recently, Reddit user u/Illustrious-Term-539 kickstarted a convo about how Zombies 4 captures what made those OG Disney Channel movies so good in the first place: "I can't express how much I love this movie," they wrote. "[It's] what we have been missing for years now. It brought the magic of Disney Channel back. ... Disney Channel cannot stop making these movies. The new generation needs something to hold on to like we had years ago." A lot of people agreed and chimed in to offer their own thoughts on why Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires stands out: "It was INCREDIBLE. I absolutely loved it, and I totally agree about how important it was for the Disney Channel. I especially loved that when they sang 'Ain't No Doubt About It' this time, they didn't have the little 'I hope' or any other uncertainties. It was a beautiful moment." "I was about 18 or 19 when the first zombies came out, and it really had a lasting impact. Fast forward to now at 4 is here, and I may be past the ideal age, but I couldn't pass up watching it. It brought back nostalgia from when I was wrapping up my late teens/early adult years of my life. Seeing Milo and Meg pass the torch down to the next generation was so bittersweet and kind of sad to know its the end of an era, but its time for the next generation to take charge of these films. Between the Zombies films and the Descendants films, we were eating good, and I hope Disney continues to develop shows and movies like this for the next generation." —u/loganburton23 "Having Eliza back really made Zombies 4 feel like a return, not just an imitation." —u/Zealousideal_Sea8123 "I LOVE every Zombies movie. I'm 42. My kids are 8 and 6. They watch these on repeat and I'm not mad. My daughter's last b-day was Zombies themed. I know the words to every song. ... They are great, wholesome movies teaching them about [accepting] differences." —u/beautiful49 "I LOVE the fact [that they] did a rendition of the 'Someday' dance. I was really hoping for it!" "The movie wasn't perfect, but thats fine. It was better than I thought and actually cleared up a small plot hole about Zed's Z-band. There was some cringey dialogue, but hey, it's a Disney Channel movie, so that should be expected. Personally I enjoyed this more than Rise of Red. ... I think having Milo and Meg as executive producers helped [because] they literally spent their teen years doing this franchise." —u/Creative_Rent_7149 "I'm 27 and loved it. The songs are a vibe, the actors are SO cute, and it's a cheesy, feel-good vibe! I downloaded some of the album on my phone hahaha! I miss old Disney, and this took me back!" "I liked Zombies 4 more than D4 [Descendants: Rise of the Red], and I think it's because there was still consistency of the lead characters. I also thought the songs in Z4 were really catchy?? It felt like the best of the different movies combined in one. I thought Z3 was too similar to Z2, but Z4 felt different because they were passing the torch to new leads, and it was a whole new storyline." —u/Current_Record_6187 "I know MD and MM have said they want more behind the camera work too, but I (selfishly) hope that Zed and Addison aren't done with. Would be cool to see them older and (in the far future) having a family. I get I'm too old for Disney etc., but it's also kinda like Wizards and their passing of the torch." —u/Evadenly "In the lyrics to 'Possible,' Zed and Addison said to Victor and Nova that they are passing the torch. 'Ain't No Doubt About It' was a message to viewers that we'll be fine and everything is okay. Yes, the Zombies franchise is changing, but it will still be alright. Eliza and Willa waving weren't actually waving to Zed and Addison, it was their final wave goodbye. And the movie itself ended with Victor and Nova to show they are the two remaining and the franchise will be moving forward with THEM as the new 'Zed and Addison.'" —u/MAMAuthorpreneur_564 What are your hopes for future Disney Channel movies? Tell us in the comments! Stream Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires on Disney+.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Joe Jonas and Demi Lovato Reunite for Camp Rock Duets 17 Years Later — Watch Videos
All products featured on Teen Vogue are independently selected by Teen Vogue editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, Condé Nast may earn an affiliate Live Nation Joe Jonas and Demi Lovato just revived Mitchie Torres and Shane Gray, 17 years after the premiere of Camp Rock, and the nostalgia is hitting DCOM lovers like a truck. On August 10, 2025, Demi Lovato joined the Jonas Brothers as a special guest on the trio's opening night for their JONAS20 Greetings From Your Hometown Tour. The tour's first show was held at Met Life Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, a.k.a. the brothers' home turf, so, of course, they had to make the kickoff extra special. Towards the end of the show, after having performed fan favorites like 'Lovebug' and 'S.O.S.,' Joe Jonas delighted the crowd with a rendition of 'Gotta Find You' before Demi Lovato joined the brothers on stage to perform 'This Is Me," later joining in a duet. Not content with the throwback to the first Camp Rock movie, which came out in 2008, Joe Jonas and Demi Lovato also joined forces for a duet of 'Wouldn't Change a Thing," their joint track from 2010's Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam. The two belted and harmonized together and wrapped the performance with a hug on stage. After the performance, Demi Lovato and Joe Jonas took to Instagram to commemorate the occasion, posting a couple of backstage videos of the two lypsincing to 'Wouldn't Change a Thing" and Debby Ryan's infamous Disney Channel soundbite. Of course, everyone is in their feels about this iconic reunion and sharing their thoughts in the comment section. 'The world is healing,' someone commented under one of Lovato's posts. 'Not to be dramatic, but this really changed my life,' someone else added. Demi Lovato was not the only special guest that the Jonas Brothers welcomed on stage for the sold-out opening night of their tour. The trio also invited Switchfoot, Dean Lewis, and Jesse McCartney to the stage, the latter to perform a rendition of his 2004 hit track 'Beautiful Soul.' (ICYMI: the Jonas Brothers opened for Jesse McCartney in 2005.) The JONAS20 Greetings From Your Hometown Tour is a celebration of the Jonas Brothers' 20-year career, spanning both their group and solo chapters. The tour will continue with 50+ stops across the US until mid-November. You can see every stop here. Originally Appeared on Teen Vogue Want more great Culture stories from Teen Vogue? Check these out: Underneath Chappell Roan's Hannah Montana Wig? A Pop Star for the Ages Is Your New Favorite Song Real or AI? Bridgerton Showrunner Clarifies Benedict's Sexuality & Talks Francesca's Queer Plot Twist The Borders of Country Music Are Finally Crumbling Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
1 Bank Stock to Target This Week and 2 to Approach with Caution
Banks serve as the backbone of the economy, facilitating lending, deposits, and financial services that keep businesses and consumers moving forward. But concerns about loan losses and tightening regulations have tempered enthusiasm, and over the past six months, the banking industry has pulled back by 6.9%. This drop was disappointing since the S&P 500 stood firm. Despite the lackluster result, a few diamonds in the rough can produce earnings growth no matter what, and we started StockStory to help you find them. With that said, here is one resilient bank stock at the top of our wish list and two we're passing on. Market Cap: $1.15 billion With roots dating back to 1910 and a name that evokes the historic "dime savings banks" of America's past, Dime Community Bancshares (NASDAQ:DCOM) is a New York-based bank holding company that provides commercial banking and financial services to businesses and consumers throughout Greater Long Island. Why Does DCOM Worry Us? Sales tumbled by 10.2% annually over the last two years, showing market trends are working against its favor during this cycle 51.7 basis point (100 basis points = 1 percentage point) decline in its net interest margin over the last two years reflects the company's willingness to accept lower yields to defend its market position Sales were less profitable over the last two years as its earnings per share fell by 35% annually, worse than its revenue declines At $26.49 per share, Dime Community Bancshares trades at 0.8x forward P/B. Check out our free in-depth research report to learn more about why DCOM doesn't pass our bar. Market Cap: $11.58 billion Operating as a real estate investment trust since 1996 with a focus on generating income from interest rate spreads, Annaly Capital Management (NYSE:NLY) is a diversified capital manager that invests in agency mortgage-backed securities, residential mortgage loans, and mortgage servicing rights. Why Should You Dump NLY? Inferior net interest margin of 0.1% means it must compensate for lower profitability through increased loan originations Earnings per share fell by 5.7% annually over the last five years while its revenue grew, showing its incremental sales were much less profitable Annual tangible book value per share declines of 8.5% for the past five years show its capital management struggled during this cycle Annaly Capital Management's stock price of $19.19 implies a valuation ratio of 1x forward P/B. Read our free research report to see why you should think twice about including NLY in your portfolio, it's free. Market Cap: $5.64 billion With roots dating back to 1885 and a strategic focus on middle-market commercial lending, Cadence Bancorporation (NYSE:CADE) is a bank holding company that provides commercial banking, retail banking, and wealth management services to middle-market businesses and individuals. Why Do We Like CADE? Impressive 20% annual net interest income growth over the last four years indicates it's winning market share this cycle Earnings per share have outperformed the peer group average over the last two years, increasing by -2.4% annually Annual tangible book value per share growth of 22% over the past two years was outstanding, reflecting strong capital accumulation this cycle Cadence Bank is trading at $30.28 per share, or 1x forward P/B. Is now the right time to buy? Find out in our full research report, it's free. Market indices reached historic highs following Donald Trump's presidential victory in November 2024, but the outlook for 2025 is clouded by new trade policies that could impact business confidence and growth. While this has caused many investors to adopt a "fearful" wait-and-see approach, we're leaning into our best ideas that can grow regardless of the political or macroeconomic climate. Take advantage of Mr. Market by checking out our Top 5 Strong Momentum Stocks for this week. This is a curated list of our High Quality stocks that have generated a market-beating return of 183% over the last five years (as of March 31st 2025). Stocks that made our list in 2020 include now familiar names such as Nvidia (+1,545% between March 2020 and March 2025) as well as under-the-radar businesses like the once-micro-cap company Kadant (+351% five-year return). Find your next big winner with StockStory today for free. Find your next big winner with StockStory today. Find your next big winner with StockStory today Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Aly & AJ: Former Disney stars get honest with songs about mass shooting, body image, mental health and grief in 'Silver Deliverer'
While many of us grew up with Aly Michalka and AJ Michalka, known as the music duo Aly & AJ, from Aly's role in Phil of the Future to their joint Disney Channel Original Movie (DCOM) Cow Belles. This year also marks the 20th anniversary of their album Into The Rush, featuring popular songs like "Rush," "No One" and "One The Ride." Aly & AJ have reworked songs from that album ahead of their upcoming fall North American tour, including a stop in Toronto at Massey Hall on Oct. 15. "We did it with our band, who obviously didn't have nearly as deep of an understanding with that music from the past, except for our bassist who, funny enough, toured with us back in the day when we first toured 'Into The Rush' as an album," Aly told Yahoo Canada. "It was his first tour that he was on, and we recently kind of just reconnected through a producer that brought him in for a session, and then he became our bassist out on the road. When we were planning these shows, he was like, 'It's crazy. All these songs are coming back to me.'" "It was cool to be able to reimagine them in slight ways, but really just stay true to the way that people fell in love with these songs, and kind of stripping them down to how we even just initially wrote them in our room as teenagers. It was a really beautiful energy to see so many fans singing in the crowd to these songs that I know meant so much to them and still do to this day." But Aly & AJ's newest album, Silver Deliverer is an example of the incredible evolution the sisters have had as artist, an enticing sound that draws in fans who grew up with the sisters, and newcomers to their music. One thing that's very clear about all the tracks on Silver Deliverer is that Aly & AJ have really committed to honest in their lyrics, from the song "Sirens" about their personal experience with a mass shooting in Sacramento, California, to the song "Michael" about their late friend and business manager, and "Places To Run," with lyrics related to Aly's mental health struggles. "We've always been the type to write about our personal experiences, but for whatever reason I think this record really pushed our honesty when it came to the lyrics of the songs that we were writing, and the subject matters [we] speak about," Aly said. "And I think part of that is maybe just us getting older, feeling more brave and less fragile about just speaking about them in just a plain and simple way." "And just letting the music meet us where we're at," AJ added. "It's really important to tell stories based on the current point in life you're at." "I think it's beautiful to write about the past and what you hope for in the future, but it's also really great to let fans in on what you're going through currently. And I really feel like this record does that. I mean, we've been through a lot in the last couple of years, so it felt very fair to write about what we've been through very recently." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aly & AJ (@alyandaj) For the song "Sirens," the sisters took the opportunity to funnel their personal trauma of the mass shooting into music, but also committed to being advocates for gun reform, partnering with the non-profit March Fourth and previously meeting with former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris to discuss legislative changes. "The experience itself, it was so clear to Aly and I that, OK, if we're going to be continuing to play music for years to come, we have to back it up with advocacy, and this is something that we really want push forward right now," AJ said. "I think for us, it wasn't just about writing the song, but making sure we spend time on stage every night while on tour discussing our story and trying to get people involved, whether that's encouraging them to lobby, to vote, to sign a petition, to donate, whatever that looks like in the moment." "I think that a song like 'Sirens,' it was not only a healing mechanism for Aly and I to write a song like that, but it's also been really amazing to share that story with our fans. ... We made a pact that year. We were like, you know what we're going to do everything we can to to advocate for a cause that we really believe in, that we've now experienced firsthand, and now that Aly is a first-time mom, it means an even greater deal to us at this point, because of having a child in the family." Another particular highlight on Silver Deliverer is "What It Feels Like," that has this beautiful message about embracing aging and pushing back on this societal obsession with beauty and linking that with youth. "We write these songs for our fans, but they're also for us, in a way, it's this anthem to remind myself who I am and what I love about myself, no matter what age I'm entering. No matter what my skin looks like. No matter what my hair looks like or how I'm fitting into my clothes," AJ said. "And not to say those things don't continue to bother me as I get older, those things are always going to be, I think, a slight challenge." "I think growing up in the industry, there is a certain obsession with body ... and youth, and I think people deal with that whether they're in the industry or not. So I think having a song that is a bit of an anthem for women and men who are entering their 30s or 40s going like, 'Wow, I just want to know what it feels like to to love myself and to feel comfortable with the space I'm currently at.' And I think Aly and I have had to remind ourselves about that on a daily basis, and the song really has helped me with it." But Aly & AJ have a history of creating songs that really speak to their fans, and have endured the test of time, including the Into The Rush song "No One," which had a resurgence in popularity after the death of Michelle Trachtenberg, with the song used in her film Ice Princess. "It's almost like a time capsule for memories, ... and when I think of certain songs from my past or my childhood, I definitely associate them at specific times in my life, or maybe things that I was going through or struggling with," Aly said. "We found it really beautiful and touching that, that song was so deeply connected with so many people." While Aly & AJ have toured for years, there's a new addition on the road this time around, Aly's son Jack. "It's a wild new chapter in our life and we're trying to really embrace it, because we know that it's also fleeting. It's not going to be like this forever," Aly said. "The next thing I know, he'll be like driving a car." "But he's a really awesome kid and he's really just down for the adventure. And we've been really lucky, and our little tribe of people that have been there to help us out and just be there when we need to hand him off, or he needs be watched for an hour. ... My husband is always kind of wrangling him, but it'll be full on, given that we'll be out on the road and we're so used to touring without a child. Some of our freedom will change, but I also think that it's going to be this beautiful new memory that we'll have together as siblings and as a family." But while Aly & AJ had an early push in their career with Disney, as independent artists their circle is now quite small, an interesting evolution in their careers as musicians. "When you when you grow up in the industry at a young age and you're working under a major corporation, where it's like Disney Channel becomes the middleman to your fans, and there's nothing wrong with that, but now that we're independent artists, it's so direct," AJ said. "It's just us and fans constantly." "Even when we're on tour or in a meet and greet, or at a vinyl signing or whatever it might be, there's no middleman kind of conducting how things are going to go. It's us and the fans, and I really love that. I think the fans know that and there's an authentic friendship and a relationship that we now have with our fans who have grown up with us." "At the end of the day, now we just make the decisions on everything in a way that wasn't the case," Aly added. "It was like, oh you have to go through the the long list of people that check things off and approve stuff, and then it gets brought to us for us to sign off." "But now it's so direct, it means that there's slightly more work, and our eyeballs are really across everything. But it's also more rewarding in a way too."
