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Yahoo
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Turnstile's Inspired Hardcore Impressionism
Turnstile's much-anticipated follow-up to 2021's massive Glow On is like a mysterious gallery. It's not so much a collection of tracks, but impressions, aural vignettes that are more about a feeling than a message — a vibe that listeners can pursue at their leisure, like wandering through an echoing portrait hall. It makes sense that frontman Brendan Yates has dubbed himself an 'art director' this time around, as the band takes another step toward challenging the already-blurry edges of genre, and creating something new with Never Enough. The Baltimore hardcore band has always pushed back against convention — Glow On mixed everything from samba and funk with alacrity, and genre purists have often balked at their flirtations with the mainstream. Much like Glow On, the band's fourth album sounds like the future — if the future is the realm Bill and Ted visited with all of those guys in shiny silver suits playing electric guitars like saints giving benediction. More from Rolling Stone Watch Turnstile Premiere Raucous Songs 'I Care,' 'Dull' on 'Fallon' Turnstile Visual Album 'Never Enough' Will Premiere at Tribeca Film Festival Turnstile Go All Ari Aster in the Pit in Double Video for 'Seein' Stars' and 'Birds' Take the opening title track, which ascends a staircase of sounds — trippy synths exploding into Pat McCrory ripping on Eighties guitar, Dev Hynes on sweet cello, and Daniel Fang tearing into his drum kit. It's a transition into 'Sole,' one of the hardest tracks on the album. 'Dull,' produced in part by hyperpop innovator A.G. Cook, sounds like a boxing match, while the standout 'Sunshower' is a moment of hardcore delirium that's like a temper tantrum in a rainstorm. 'Ceiling' is a contemplative track that evocatively kicks off with a ticking clock, while the Eighties-tinged 'Seein' Stars' undulates like a late-night club track with almost indistinguishable additional vocals from Hynes and Hayley Williams. And 'Birds'? It's more like the Hitchcock movie than anything else. The last song/exhibit, 'Magic Man,' a sheer-as-gauze wisp of a track, could be about the sleight-of-hand that goes into being a musician, 'wandering the world, but the world's got a plan of its own.' It's a fitting end to a haunting collection that's worth repeat visits. Best of Rolling Stone The 50 Greatest Eminem Songs All 274 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mail
SHANE WATSON: I'm a fashion expert. Yes, you can wear lace over 50, but only if you follow my 3 strict rules and NEVER wear this one colour
What do you think of when you think of lace? Spanish mantillas? Those lacy black tights we all wore in the Eighties? A wedding dress? Princess Caroline of Monaco's wedding dress? (Google it if you don't remember, it's the very heaven of wedding dresses). I'll tell you what I think when I think about lace: lovely on my stepdaughter, not on me or anyone over 50. A lace trim, a glimpse of lace in the neckline of a jacket, maybe: anything more is an instant ager.
RTÉ News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
What swimwear styles are trending this summer?
With summer fast approaching, finding the perfect swimsuit is a tricky task that can leave you drowning in a sea of options. Whether you're jetting off abroad or are planning on hitting some more local beaches, a good swimsuit or two-piece is a summer staple. This season, sculptural shapes, retro prints and nostalgic colour blocking are making a comeback according to swimwear experts. Here are their must-try styles for summer 2025. 1. Sculptural and minimal Sleek, minimal designs with metallic detailing are making waves this season. "There's a resurgence in sculptural silhouettes – elegant one-shoulders, discreet cut-outs and scuba-inspired one-pieces with zip detailing, which I personally love," explains fashion designer and podcaster Amanda Wakeley. There also seems to be a rising trend for swimwear that transitions beyond the beach, like pairing costumes with maxi skirts and sarongs for an effortless, White Lotus- inspired look. "Statement one-pieces are taking centre stage," agrees founder and creative director of Baíah, Tracy Nahar, "with details like asymmetrical necklines and sculpted corset-style shaping." Nahar points out the return of textured fabrics, leaning into the resurgence of the Eighties trend, "crinkled Lycra and ribbed stretch materials not only elevate the look but also contour beautifully to the body." 2. Retro revival and colour blocking Colour blocking with bright, mood-lifting colours seems to be back this summer. "There's a real shift toward mood-lifting colour," says founder of Paper London, Philippa Thackeray, "sunshine tones like lemon, coral and cobalt are big, but it's not just about brights – there's nuance. "Rich navy, soft pastels and pops of retro colour blocking, with gingham being big too," says Thackeray. It's not just the colours of the Eighties that are big in swimwear this season. "Square necklines, higher leg cuts and underwired classics," are seeing a strong revival, explains swimwear design manager at Pour Moi, Vicky Chadeyron. "Bold ocean blues are another major player, a gorgeous and flattering colour," she says. Other Eighties prints like polka-dots are also trending this season. 3. Figure flattering styles Finding flattering swimwear can feel like a never-ending pursuit, summer after summer. While it's specific to your body shape, there are some universal styles that can flatter any figure. "One of the most flattering styles across body types is a plunging neckline, which draws the eye vertically and creates a lengthening, slimming effect," explains Thackeray. Ruche and wrap details are also good options for those conscious of their stomach, with belted details and wrap styles helping define the waist. "Surprisingly, I think a string bikini can be incredibly flattering for all body types – the key is adjustability," says Wakeley. "It's less about size, more about how it makes you feel – and confidence is always the most flattering look of all. Drawstrings on one-piece swimsuits allow for a degree of customisation of fit and add a soft drape, which is generally very flattering." 4. Styles that aren't just for Instagram While strapless styles and cut-out detailing may be trending – functionality is just as important as fashion when it comes to swimwear. "There are so many beautiful suits out there that just don't hold up once you actually get in the water," laughs Thackeray. Excessive cut-outs and barely-there straps seem to be the main culprits, "[they] might look amazing online, but in real life they can be restrictive or high-maintenance," she says. Other, more wearable trends can be just as impactful. "A single dramatic strap or a modest cut-out [can] bring the same impact without compromising comfort," says Nahar. Trying on a range of styles – as opposed to blindly ordering what looks good online – is the best way to find the perfect shape for you. "Swimwear should move with you, not against you," says Wakeley. "Make sure it fits well and stays in place, otherwise you will be spending way too much time re-positioning it."
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Nancy Wilson knew Heart had to adapt to survive the excesses of the 1980s – but she didn't expect their greatest success
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Heart's career was somewhat in decline when they signed with Capitol in 1985 after several years with Epic. Although sales of their previous two albums, 1982's Private Audition and 1983's Passionworks, would have been welcomed by many acts, by their own high standards, it was clear they needed to turn things around. Guitarist Nancy Wilson and her singing sister, Ann, were in no doubt that a major reboot was needed and eagerly embraced the opportunities that the deal with Capitol presented. We'll let Nancy take it from here… Heart was your first album for Capitol, and it saw the band undergo a major makeover. Was that part of the conditions on which you signed the deal? 'I think we'd reached the end of the average lifespan for most rock bands by that point. We decided that if we wanted to survive, we probably needed to find a new manager and a new record company and have some kind of major reset. 'We saw the chance to sign with Capitol as an opportunity to reinvent the band. I guess it was almost like the old saying, 'When in Rome...' If we wanted to fit in with the whole new MTV era, we had to adapt to survive. Producer Ron Nevison had told you that he thought the idea of using acoustic guitars was outdated, which must have made you feel a bit uncomfortable, as your acoustic playing was central to the band's sound up. 'I felt a little pressurised, as my first love was always acoustic guitar. That was the element that I brought when I joined Ann's band, the idea of embracing electric and acoustic sounds, much like Led Zeppelin, for example. 'I guess the acoustic guitar was a little out of step with the digital Eighties. On the live stage it didn't really matter, as so many of our big songs did require me to play acoustic.' You had four big hits with songs brought in by outside writers. Was that strange for you as a band who normally wrote their own songs? 'They were great songs – timeless, really – and, of course, they brought us huge success, and we'd already fully embraced the notion that we would have to commit wholeheartedly to Capitol's plan for it to work. We actually spent a couple of days at Ann's house, with Ron, going through numerous songs to see if there were any we'd be happy to record. 'Alone is a particularly strong song that could have been recorded at any time over the decades. I guess we were a little jealous, though, because we didn't write them ourselves. [Laughs]' Was it a slow process, embracing the new technology? 'Those were the cocaine Eighties, so everything was extraordinarily long winded. They devoted a whole day to auditioning snare drum samples [just] to double-up the actual live snare drum, for example.' Did you spend much time in pre-production? 'Yes, we spent a long time in a rehearsal studio, learning all the parts and working out the harmonies. Howard Leese would take tapes home from the rehearsal to work out his solos, which were amazing parts that were as important to the song as the lead vocal – parts that were intrinsic to the song.' Looking back, do you feel the trade-offs were worth the discomfort you felt at the time you were making the album and shooting the videos? 'Yes, absolutely. It revitalized the band and gave us a new lease of life. It also took us up to a whole other level of global success, so there's nothing I regret about what we did or where we compromised.' Heart is out now via Capitol. This article first appeared in Guitar World. Subscribe and save.
Telegraph
29-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
How my mother, sister and I share clothes
The rumble would always catch me out – that unmistakable roar of the door wheels in the Dorset farmhouse where we grew up as I attempted to pilfer another evening top from my sister's wardrobe. You'd have to weigh up if the stealth required to nab an item, or the risk of being caught, was truly worth it. The six year age difference between us has shrunk as we have matured into our late twenties, now my thirties, in step with a more civilised approach to borrowing clothes. A dress here for Ascot, a jacket there for skiing, a revenge top. My sister and I both grew up on a diet of Vogue, Alexa Chung, Sienna Miller and street style photographer Garance Doré (though my sister's style was invariably far cooler from the get-go). And the boho era fostered a love of thrifting. In Dorset this meant sieving through charity shops teeming with grannies' nighties and Eighties suits, and in London, weaving through Camden Market for silk scarfs and lace, or Portobello for denim and cowboy boots. This look was wildly at odds with our mother's style – battle-proof farmhouse/motherhood garbs by day and the occasional leather trousers with black cashmere jumper by night, or, naturally, the formal frock and matching coat for a wedding. But as dress codes have blurred, so too have those once entrenched generational boundaries on clothes. I began looking at my mother's evening bags, jewellery and coats in a new light and eyeing up my sister's floaty shirts with fun sleeves or embroidered detail. Mum started wearing my coats and adding a collar, I copied her liberal use of scarfs – in the vintage style tied under the chin, or just layered over a shirt for more detail. There were those pieces that could effortlessly transcend generations and ride out the chapters of own sartorial proclivities or the prevailing trends of the time, but thankfully the retail climate has also begun to change. Enlightened, elevated brands such as Me+Em, Wiggy Kit, Wyse and Sézane now dress a stylish, easy-going coterie of women for whom age is immaterial, with items easily transcending generations. Even the high-street stalwarts such as M&S have cast their net wider with stylish denim and knitwear that could effortlessly move between mothers, daughters, grandmothers. In the luxury sector the message was clear in this season's runway shows, with Burberry trenches and cashmere on the runway worn by veteran actors. Simone Rocha's gothic glamour was all the more alluring on septuagenarian models. To embrace this new era of intergenerational dressing, my mum, sister and I took to the studio with three key wardrobe pieces – a hero blouse, a feminine print dress and a timeless Chanel-type jacket to show how they can be worn (and shared) by women in their 20s, 30s, and 60s. Rosalyn Wikeley 'The floaty dress was the unexpected hero – and looked far better on both my mother and sister than me' Rosalyn wears Silk dress, £795, Borgo de Nor, Double gold plated earrings, £540, YSSO, Gold plated ring, £34.99, Pilgrim, Tights and boots, Rosalyn's own If I had to sum up my style, I'd say it's a little nostalgic and elegant with an edge. I don't religiously follow or even explore trends and am only bothered by what a handful of people think about my clothes (my husband being exempt from this group). I'd rather dial up an easy-going look with statement earrings or out-there trousers than slip into a fancy frock. The joy of styling these three looks for my mum, sister and me – different shapes, hair and skin tone and style personalities – is that it compelled me to look at how we all dress with a new set of lenses. The WhatsApp deliberations before our shoot gave me such a unique insight into what works on different figures, but also how wonderfully distinct personal style is in forming identity and building confidence. A jacket I'd assumed would be a slam dunk was feverishly vetoed, boots I presumed too 'fashion statement' for my mother were adored, and our disparate rules of dressing were laid bare: 'A Chanel collar is fine with something underneath, but not alone'...oof (that was my main look). There were many revelatory style moments on the actual shoot day too – that you'll be pushed to find someone under 35 willing to wear skinny jeans now, that the floaty dress which was initially rejected ('that style doesn't work on us Roz') turned out to be the hero piece and looked far better on both my mother and sister than on me. Carrie (left) wears Silk dress, £795, Borgo de Nor, Topaz and diamond earrings, £2,200, Kiki McDonough, Leather boots, £265, Jigsaw; Helena (right) wears Denim jacket, £459, Mother Denim, Silk dress, £795, Borgo de Nor, Gold coated and enamel earrings, £204, So-Le Studio, Patent leather shoes, £245, Camilla Elphick I loved how we gravitated towards completely different looks with the cream Sézane jacket (which turned out to be my favourite combination), and yet we all felt at ease in the same item. Perhaps we're in a sartorial sweet spot in our various ages and our individual styles are more nuanced and aligned than we think, but if our shoot confirmed anything it's that brands should forget sartorial pigeon-holing with age and should cast their net across all generations. Helena Wikeley 'My favourite outfit was the Smock London blouse – I loved how the collar poked out of the Boden sweater, and the chunky Tilly Sveaas jewellery' Helena wears Cotton hand-smocked blouse, £165, Smock London, Cashmere tank, £112, Boden, Barrel jeans, £314, DL1961, Suede trainers, £89, Dune, Gold plated necklace, £380 and bracelet, £295, Tilly Sveaas My style is quite simple – Scandi-inspired with clean lines and neutral tones, but I do like to add a pop of colour or a pattern here and there to keep things interesting. I naturally gravitate toward a relaxed look, so for this experiment, it was all about making the pieces work for my everyday life. These items could easily be dressed up. However, I preferred to make them more casual, pairing them with trainers or throwing a denim jacket over the top. One of the biggest takeaways from doing this shoot was realising how much potential there is in my mum and sister's wardrobes – even if they don't quite know it yet. There's so much in there that I can style in a way that feels more me, even if it doesn't seem it at first. My favourite outfit was the one with the blouse, it felt effortless yet still chic. I loved how the collar of the Smock London blouse poked out over the Boden sweater, and the chunky Tilly Sveaas jewellery really drew the eye towards the detailing of the blouse. Even though I'm famously terrible at keeping an outfit clean, I couldn't help but love the crisp simplicity of it. Carrie wears Cotton hand-smocked blouse, £165, Smock London, Printed skirt, £145, Jigsaw, Leather boots, £195, Jigsaw, Gold plated and lapis earrings, £109, Ottoman Hands; Rosalyn wears Denim waistcoat, £145 and jeans, £125, Cotton hand-smocked blouse, £165, Smock London, Suede trim loafers, £55, Marks & Spencer, Double gold plated earrings, £340, YSSO, Brass ear cuff, £81, So-Le Studio, Gold plated bangle, £44.99, Pilgrim Carrie Wikeley 'A Chanel-style jacket is a wardrobe must-have… even if the neckline doesn't suit you, you can put a polo-neck underneath' Carrie wears Organic cotton and merino wool jacket, £185, Sezane, Jumper and jeans, Carrie's own, Leather boots, £195, Jigsaw, Silk scarf, Carrie's own, Earrings, £195, Deborah Blyth My style tends to live in two extremes – country scruffies or dressed up for an event with a little smart casual in between. I'm not naturally very adventurous with clothes, but I think the old adage 'if you look good, you feel good' is always a boost to your confidence and presence. Having two daughters who are usually pretty candid in their appraisal of my dress style is actually a boon as you get an honest opinion that few others feel able to give. So for me, mother-daughter shopping ticks lots of boxes – and they say that shopping is cheaper than therapy. I am always on the losing end of the family clothes-sharing arrangements as I am several sizes bigger than the girls. But the cries of 'why did you let her take my jacket/top/dress/shoes/…' used to frequently ring through the house when one of them returned home. It always used to amuse me that they would borrow/take/share each other's clothes as they had very different styles. I love jewel colours – sapphire blues, emerald greens, ruby reds – and always veer towards a black base. So the rich print of the dress we all wore was music to my eyes. The neck ties and optional waist sash gave it lots of different styling possibilities. The white Smock London blouse was not something I would have gravitated to but actually worked really well with the Jigsaw skirt. Likewise, I would have passed on the Jigsaw ankle boots with the elongated and boxed toe but not only were they so comfortable (like foot hugs) but I loved the look. A Chanel-style jacket is a wardrobe must-have. Something fairly plain is so versatile – as we found here. Even if the neckline doesn't suit you, you can put a polo neck underneath or a chunky necklace on top. You can dress it up or down, wear it with jeans or a cocktail dress. The feature brought it home to me that there are countless opportunities for using the same clothes across the generations without the daughter tacking on thirty years or mum looking like a recycled teenager. Helena wears Organic cotton and merino wool jacket, £185, Sezane, Organic cotton shirt, £95, With Nothing Underneath, Leather loafers, £55, Marks & Spencer, Leather bag, £365, C. Nicol, Necklace, £125, Rixo; Rosalyn wears Organic cotton and merino wool jacket, £185, Sezane, Forward seam jeans, £295, Wiggy Kit, Double gold plated earrings, £540, YSSO, Bracelet, £295, Tilly Sveaas, Leather woven shoes, £79, Dune
