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Alex Hirsch Unlocks ‘The Art Of Gravity Falls’ With Massive 256 Page Archive

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Alex Hirsch Unlocks ‘The Art Of Gravity Falls’ With Massive 256 Page Archive

Alex Hirsch opens the creative vault behind one of modern animation’s most beloved series with the announcement of ‘The Art Of Gravity Falls’. The 256-page hardcover arrives September 15, offering a massive visual archive of the cult-favorite Disney mystery that continues to captivate fans a decade after its finale.

Co-authored by Hirsch and longtime collaborator Rob Renzetti, the book dives deep into the making of the series with never-before-seen development art, early character concepts, unused story ideas, production storyboards, and hidden easter eggs pulled directly from the show’s archives.

Readers will get their first look at the earliest designs of Dipper and Mabel Pines, concept art of the strange town of Gravity Falls, and a full gallery of Mabel’s famously colorful sweaters. The volume also includes commentary from the artists and creative team who built the show’s intricate world.

Animation legend James Baxter contributes the foreword, while interviews throughout the book explore how the series blended comedy, mystery, and emotional storytelling into one of Disney animation’s most acclaimed modern classics.

More than a decade after the show’s finale, ‘The Art Of Gravity Falls’ arrives as both a celebration and a deep dive into the visual DNA of the series. For longtime viewers and new fans discovering the show through streaming, the book offers the most complete behind-the-scenes look yet at the creative process behind the Mystery Shack.

Fitness Influencer And Cancer Researcher Stephanie Buttermore Dies At 36

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Fitness Influencer And Cancer Researcher Stephanie Buttermore Dies At 36

Fitness influencer and cancer researcher Stephanie Buttermore has died at the age of 36. The news was confirmed March 6 by her fiancé, science-based fitness creator Jeff Nippard, who shared a statement announcing the loss of his longtime partner.

“It is with profound sorrow that we share the sudden passing of Jeff’s fiancée and partner of ten years, Stephanie,” the statement read. “She will be remembered for her warmth and compassion, her love for her family, and her PhD research on ovarian cancer.” The message also asked for privacy as Nippard and those close to her process the loss.

Buttermore built a large global following through her fitness and wellness content, gaining more than one million YouTube subscribers and over 500,000 Instagram followers. Her work blended bodybuilding, science, and body-positive messaging, helping many viewers rethink their relationship with diet and training.

Beyond social media, Buttermore was also a cancer research scientist. She earned a PhD in pathology and cell biology with a focus on the molecular mechanisms driving ovarian cancer progression, an achievement that reflected her commitment to both science and public education.

Buttermore stepped away from social media in 2024 after speaking openly about severe anxiety. In her final public post, she explained that stepping back helped restore her mental health and allowed her to live more fully offline. Her legacy remains a combination of fitness advocacy, scientific achievement, and a message of compassion that resonated with a wide community.

SZA’s “Snooze” Soars As Opening Theme For New ‘Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway’ Film

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SZA’s “Snooze” Soars As Opening Theme For New ‘Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway’ Film

SZA’s global hit “Snooze” takes on a new cinematic role as the opening theme for the upcoming anime film ‘Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway The Sorcery of Nymph Circe’. The announcement pairs one of modern R&B’s most beloved songs with one of anime’s most celebrated science fiction franchises, creating a powerful meeting point between music and film.

The track appears in a newly released trailer for the film on the official Gundam YouTube channel, offering an early look at the next chapter in the ‘Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway’ saga. SZA’s smooth vocals and the song’s warm midtempo groove add emotional depth to the sweeping visuals and character-driven drama.

“Snooze” first appeared on SZA’s landmark 2022 album ‘SOS’, a release that dominated the Billboard charts and remained one of the defining R&B albums of the decade. The song climbed to No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and spent more than 70 weeks on the chart, solidifying its place among SZA’s signature recordings.

The film continues the intense story of Hathaway Noa, leader of the Anti-Earth Federation Movement known as MAFTY. His path collides with the mysterious Gigi Andalucia and Earth Federation officer Kenneth Sleg as political conflict and personal history unfold against the backdrop of a tense future Earth.

Pairing SZA’s emotionally rich songwriting with the cinematic scale of Gundam delivers a striking combination. The placement of “Snooze” brings a fresh musical presence to the legendary franchise while introducing the film to a new global audience.

RedOne, Davido, Rema, Ayra Starr Unite For Global Afropop Showcase On ‘A.W.A.M.’

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RedOne, Davido, Rema, Ayra Starr Unite For Global Afropop Showcase On ‘A.W.A.M.’

Global hitmaking producer RedOne steps forward with a sweeping new project that places African music squarely at the center of the global conversation. The multi-Grammy Award-winning producer has unveiled ‘A.W.A.M.’, a large-scale album bringing together major voices from across African and international pop, R&B, and hip-hop.

The album gathers an impressive roster of collaborators including Davido, Ayra Starr, French Montana, Rema, Akon, Ne-Yo, and Jason Derulo. Across the project, African rhythms meet global pop sensibilities, creating a vibrant sound that reflects a continent shaping worldwide music culture with confidence and creative power.

“A.W.A.M. is a moment where Africa gathers in full view of the world,” said RedOne. “Music at this scale isn’t decoration. It’s identity moving through time. This project is about honoring Africa’s complexity and unity, and creating a sound that belongs to the continent while welcoming the world.”

RedOne arrives at the project with one of the most influential catalogs in modern pop history. His production work has powered global hits for Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez, Enrique Iglesias, Nicki Minaj, and One Direction, while also shaping major international moments including the FIFA World Cup anthem “Dreamers” performed by Jungkook and the NBA Finals track “The Days” by Lil Wayne and Bono.

‘A.W.A.M.’ extends that global reach while spotlighting African creativity at full scale. The album has already generated strong digital momentum, with multiple songs trending at No. 1 on YouTube Music in Morocco and landing among the platform’s top global trending tracks, signaling a powerful early response from listeners worldwide.

Cypress Hill, Sublime, Slightly Stoopid Lead Massive 2026 Reggae Rise Up Festival Lineups

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Cypress Hill, Sublime, Slightly Stoopid Lead Massive 2026 Reggae Rise Up Festival Lineups

Cypress Hill, Sublime, Slightly Stoopid, Rebelution, and De La Soul headline a massive return for Reggae Rise Up in 2026. The powerhouse touring festival brand has unveiled expansive lineups for its flagship spring gatherings, Reggae Rise Up Florida and Reggae Rise Up Arizona, delivering a vibrant mix of reggae, hip-hop, alternative, and genre-fusion sounds across two major destinations.

Reggae Rise Up Florida takes over Vinoy Park in St. Petersburg from March 12–15. Set along the waterfront near the St. Pete Pier, the four-day festival has grown into one of the largest reggae-centered events in the country. The 2026 bill stacks heavy hitters including 311, Cypress Hill, Sublime, Slightly Stoopid, Rebelution, Iration, SOJA, De La Soul, Skip Marley, Protoje, Common Kings, and Steel Pulse.

The lineup runs deep with standout performances from Pepper, The Hip Abduction, Satsang, G. Love & Special Sauce, Ballyhoo!, Kash’d Out, Little Stranger, and The Expendables, with more performers still to be announced. The weekend opens with Slightly Stoopid and Cypress Hill launching the festivities, followed by major sets from Iration and SOJA, Rebelution commanding Saturday night, and Sublime closing the festival alongside Steel Pulse.

Reggae Rise Up Arizona follows April 17–19 at Tempe Beach Park, delivering the largest Arizona edition yet. Headliners include Stephen Marley, Slightly Stoopid, Dirty Heads, Rebelution, Atmosphere, SOJA, Collie Buddz, and De La Soul. The lineup expands further with performances from Matisyahu, Protoje, Steel Pulse, Yelawolf, J Boog, Maoli, Fortunate Youth, Tropidelic, Mike Love, Bumpin Uglies, Surfer Girl, and Twin Fin, creating a diverse three-day celebration beside Tempe Town Lake.

Both festivals continue the brand’s signature fan-first format, with no overlapping performances and stages designed to spotlight both headliners and rising names. Across two states and more than 50 performers, Reggae Rise Up 2026 delivers one of the most expansive gatherings in the reggae festival circuit.

Festival Dates:
March 12–15, 2026 – Reggae Rise Up Florida – Vinoy Park – St. Petersburg, FL
April 17–19, 2026 – Reggae Rise Up Arizona – Tempe Beach Park – Tempe, AZ

Emo Indie Rockers Tigers Jaw Launch 2026 Tour With New Single “Ghost”

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Emo Indie Rockers Tigers Jaw Launch 2026 Tour With New Single “Ghost”

Pennsylvania emo indie rockers Tigers Jaw return with new music and a major tour across North America. The group recently released the single “Ghost,” the latest preview from their upcoming album ‘Lost On You’. The release arrives as Tigers Jaw prepare to spend much of 2026 on the road.

The tour launches March 27 at Amityville Music Hall, the same day ‘Lost On You’ arrives. From there, Tigers Jaw move quickly through a dense run of club dates, including stops at Arrow at Archer Music Hall, No Fun, SPACE Gallery, Ocean Mist, and Space Ballroom. Each room places the group close to the crowd, a setting that amplifies the emotional charge of the songs.

The routing continues through key cities including New York, Richmond, Atlanta, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Philadelphia, and Baltimore before the spring leg wraps in mid-April. The schedule resumes in late May with shows across the Midwest and South before pushing west through Dallas, Austin, and Mesa.

The final stretch carries the group through San Diego, Los Angeles, Santa Ana, and San Francisco, followed by Pacific Northwest dates in Seattle, Vancouver, and Portland. The tour closes June 21 at Thalia Hall in Chicago, capping a three-month run that spans clubs, theaters, and beloved independent venues.

“Ghost” signals the next chapter for Tigers Jaw and sets the tone for ‘Lost On You’. The track delivers a focused melodic punch, a song that lands with weight and immediacy.

2026 Tour Dates:
01/31 – Boston, MA – Something In The Way Festival
03/27 – Amityville, NY – Amityville Music Hall
03/28 – Allentown, PA – Arrow at Archer Music Hall
03/29 – Troy, NY – No Fun
04/01 – Portland, ME – SPACE Gallery
04/02 – Wakefield, RI – Ocean Mist
04/03 – Hamden, CT – Space Ballroom
04/04 – New York, NY – Racket
04/05 – Garwood, NJ – Crossroads
04/07 – Richmond, VA – The Broadberry
04/08 – Carrboro, NC – Cat’s Cradle
04/09 – Atlanta, GA – Masquerade Hell Stage
04/10 – West Palm Beach, FL – The Banyan Live
04/11 – Tampa, FL – The Orpheum
04/13 – Charleston, SC – The Music Farm
04/15 – Charlottesville, VA – Jefferson Theater
04/16 – Philadelphia, PA – Union Transfer
04/17 – Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Soundstage
05/27 – Detroit, MI – Magic Stick
05/28 – Cleveland, OH – Grog Shop
05/29 – Lexington, KY – The Burl
05/31 – Fayetteville, AR – George’s Majestic Lounge
06/02 – Dallas, TX – Rubber Gloves Patio
06/03 – Austin, TX – Mohawk
06/05 – Mesa, AZ – The Nile Theater
06/06 – San Diego, CA – The Observatory North Park
06/07 – Los Angeles, CA – The Regent Theater
06/08 – Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory
06/09 – San Francisco, CA – Great American Music Hall
06/11 – Seattle, WA – The Crocodile
06/12 – Vancouver, BC – Rickshaw Theatre
06/13 – Portland, OR – Aladdin Theater
06/15 – Salt Lake City, UT – Metro Music Hall
06/16 – Denver, CO – Bluebird Theater
06/18 – Des Moines, IA – Wooly’s
06/19 – St. Louis, MO – Delmar Hall
06/20 – Whitefish Bay, WI – The Argo
06/21 – Chicago, IL – Thalia Hall

Underground Hip Hop Duo Armand Hammer Take ‘Mercy’ On Expansive North American Tour

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Underground Hip Hop Duo Armand Hammer Take ‘Mercy’ On Expansive North American Tour

New York hip-hop duo Armand Hammer hit the road with the “Mercy” North American Tour, a wide-ranging run built around their 2025 collaborative record with The Alchemist, ‘Mercy’. The tour stretches across the continent through multiple seasons, bringing the group’s sharp lyricism and experimental production to stages from the East Coast to the West.

The tour launches April 24 in Durham before moving through cities including Nashville, Tampa, Orlando, and Asheville. The spring leg sets the pace with tightly packed club dates that place Armand Hammer’s intense live delivery at the center of the room.

After a summer pause, the tour resumes in the fall with a second leg that expands across major music markets. Stops include Detroit, Phoenix, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Seattle before the run closes November 13 in Denver. The routing carries the group through a broad cross-section of North American venues and audiences.

‘Mercy’, the duo’s collaborative project with producer The Alchemist, fuels the setlist. The record delivers dense beats and razor-edged verses that reward repeat listens, a body of work that continues to resonate within underground hip-hop circles.

Tickets for the tour are on sale now.

Buckcherry Fire Up Desert Stage With “Moonlit Mayhem”

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Buckcherry Fire Up Desert Stage With “Moonlit Mayhem”

Platinum-selling hard rock band Buckcherry storms into the Arizona desert this spring as the headliner for “Moonlit Mayhem,” a one-night rock event set for April 11, 2026. The show lands at Harold’s Cave Creek Corral during Cave Creek Bike Week, turning one of the Southwest’s most storied venues into a full-throttle rock gathering under the desert sky.

Moonlit Mayhem marks a bold move for Moonlit Nites, the production company building a name around boutique live events rooted in Southwestern culture. The brand launched earlier this year during the kickoff of Harold’s Cave Creek Corral’s 90th anniversary celebration, an event that featured Rodney Atkins and Brian Kelley and drew strong crowds to the historic Cave Creek venue.

This time the sound shifts from country twang to roaring guitars. Buckcherry leads the charge with a catalog packed with modern rock staples, including “Lit Up,” “Check Your Head,” and “Sorry.” The band’s punchy riffs and gritty vocals land perfectly in a setting built for loud music and wide-open desert nights.

Harold’s Cave Creek Corral stands at the center of the action. The venue opened nine decades ago as a Wild West saloon and restaurant and grew into one of Arizona’s defining live music stages. The landmark continues to host national touring acts while maintaining its rugged desert character.

Tickets for the all-ages show onsale now through MoonlitNites.com. Options include general admission, standing pit, standing party deck, and seated party deck access. The result is a full-scale desert rock gathering built around one of modern hard rock’s most recognizable bands.

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A pop voice that shaped an era returns to the stage for a one-night Caribbean setting. Cyndi Lauper headlines a beachfront concert at Casuarina Beach at Atlantis Paradise Island on Saturday, June 20, 2026. The New York pop icon brings a four-decade catalog of global hits to Paradise Island for a late-night performance under the Bahamian sky.

The show begins at 9:30 p.m., with a pre-show concert village opening at 6:30 p.m. Guests can move through a lively beachfront setup that includes Bahamian food trucks, interactive pop-up activations, an activity fun zone, and a 360-degree beer garden serving beer, cocktails, and wine. Complimentary round-trip shuttle service connects Atlantis resort hotels with designated parking areas for easy access.

“Atlantis Paradise Island remains committed to delivering world-class entertainment in the Bahamas, creating memorable live music experiences for visitors and the community,” said Audrey Oswell, President and Managing Director of Atlantis Paradise Island. “We look forward to welcoming Cyndi Lauper to Casuarina Beach this June. Her performance adds a dynamic, multi-generational appeal to the resort’s summer entertainment lineup and continues Atlantis’ tradition of hosting influential artists in Paradise.”

Lauper arrives with one of pop music’s most recognizable songbooks. The Grammy Award-winning artist first changed the landscape with the landmark debut album ‘She’s So Unusual’, delivering enduring songs including “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” and “Time After Time.” The catalog still commands attention decades later, a setlist packed with pop history and unmistakable hooks.

The beachfront concert follows the global “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour,” which wrapped in 2025 after 68 arena and amphitheater dates worldwide, closing with two nights at the Hollywood Bowl. Lauper enters 2026 with major milestones behind her, including induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2025 and continued live appearances that keep her music front and center.

Bad Bunny、Apple Musicのスーパーボウルハーフタイムショーで、史上最高視聴者数を記録、41億5700万回の再生回数を達成 

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Bad Bunny、Apple Musicのスーパーボウルハーフタイムショーで、史上最高視聴者数を記録、41億5700万回の再生回数を達成 

本日、Apple Music、NFL、Roc Nationは、Bad BunnyのApple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Showのパフォーマンスが、世界視聴者数の記録を塗り替え、世界規模の放送、You Tube、ソーシャルプラットフォームを通じて24時間で41億5700万回の視聴者数となったと発表しました。

記録的なソーシャル消費から、前例のない世界的なストリーミングとチャートの独占まで、Bad BunnyのApple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Showは、NFLとApple Musicにとどまらず、世界の音楽文化全体にとって決定的なマイルストーンとなっています。

Apple Musicでは、このパフォーマンスが、プラットフォーム史上最大級のリアルタイムのカルチャーコミュニケーションのひとつのきっかけとなりました。その文化的なインパクトは瞬く間にストリーミング市場を席巻しました。ハーフタイムショーの直後、Bad BunnyのApple Musicでの再生回数は7倍 に急増し、「DtMF」、「BAILE INoLVIDABLE」、「Tití Me Preguntó」が最もストリーミングされた楽曲となりました。

Xだけで、ハーフタイムのパフォーマンスで以下の記録が生まれました：

  • 20億回の表示回数（インプレッション）
  • 2億900万回の動画再生数
  • 600万件以上のBad Bunny関連の投稿数
  • 前年比+409%増のハーフタイムショー中の投稿数

2月5日の記者会見（6800万回という記録的な再生数を伸ばした）の後、Super Bowlの週末にかけて、Bad Bunnyのの楽曲の再生回数は、1月の平均再生回数と比較して4倍 に増加しました。Apple Musicでの総再生回数上位の曲は、「DtMF」、「BAILE INoLVIDABLE」、「NUEVAYoL」などです。この期間、「DtMF」はApple Musicでの再生回数が7倍に急増しました。

このパフォーマンスから数時間後、Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show Set ListのプレイリストはApple Musicで最も再生されたSet Listとなりました。

ハーフタイムの出演後、Bad Bunnyの楽曲はApple Musicのデイリートップ100のグローバルチャートで、以下のように4分の1近くを占めました。

  • トップ100に24曲
  • トップ25に9曲
  • トップ10に6曲

「DtMF 」は、世界ランキング1位を獲得しました。6曲が少なくとも2025年2月以来初めてチャートに返り咲き、Cardi Bとコラボした世界的大ヒット曲「I Like It」は2020年1月以来、再びチャートインを果たしました。

2月9日、「DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS」が155カ国 のアルバムチャートにランクインし、128カ国 でトップ10入り、 46カ国 （メキシコ、コロンビア、チリ、ブラジル、ドイツ、フランス、スペインを含む）では1位を獲得しました。

NFLが所有するプラットフォーム（@NFLと@NFLInternationalを含む）を通じて、ファンがハーフタイムのコンテンツ（パフォーマンスと関連資料を合わせたもの）を視聴するのに費やした時間は、1,275年を超えます。これには以下が含まれます。

  • Facebook、Instagram、TikTokでの視聴時間の合計、456年
  • YouTubeでの視聴時間、822年
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Eric Alper is a 6-time nominee for Publicist of the Year during Canadian Music Week and has overseen the publicity campaigns for over 183 JUNO Award-nominated albums (and 16 in 2025), 45 Grammy-nominated albums, including 47 JUNO Award, 58 Canadian Folk Music Award, 126 Maple Blues Award-winning albums and is also truly honoured to work with some of the biggest and most important artists of our time.

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