Movies

To celebrate 20 years as a leading music streaming service, Spotify has launched “Spotify 20: Your Party of the Year(s).” This feature lets longtime users explore their entire listening history with a personalized look back at their time on the platform. It’s an expanded version of Spotify’s popular annual Wrapped feature, going beyond just the last year to reveal details like when users first signed up, the very first song they played, and the total number of unique tracks they’ve listened to over the years.

Summer commutes can be really uncomfortable, but Sony has a new device designed to keep you cool before you even start to sweat. The Sony Reon Pocket Pro Plus is a wearable air conditioner that rests against the back of your neck and directly cools your skin. Now available in Europe and the UK, this upgraded device is a step forward in wearable technology. It was designed by a former Sony camera engineer and offers 20% better cooling than the previous model, dropping the temperature on your skin by an extra two degrees Celsius.

For nearly ten years, Disney has been planning a sixth Pirates of the Caribbean movie and hoping to include Johnny Depp. In addition to a planned spinoff starring Margot Robbie and another film focusing on Jack Sparrow’s son, Disney is also creating a new interactive theatrical experience based on the Pirates of the Caribbean films, scheduled for release in 2027.

Following the events of Yellowstone, Dutton Ranch picks up the story of Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly) and Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) as they build a life on a new ranch in South Texas. This is the second series connected to Yellowstone – the first was Marshals on CBS, which follows Kayce Dutton (Luke Grimes) and his work as a U.S. Marshal in Montana.

Volume 2 of Essentials features a diverse group of artists, each bringing a unique style to enhance the story’s themes. The book feels like a dark fairy tale, blending fantastical elements with unsettling, reality-altering chaos. This installment sees protagonist Harris Pax developing a closer bond with Buttons while encountering a cast of bizarre new characters, including a disheartened oil-rig worker and an artist who can bend reality. The story skillfully weaves together themes reminiscent of The Walking Dead to create a truly unique and otherworldly experience.

John Cale’s experimental music added depth and complexity to what was typically straightforward blues-rock. Lou Reed, meanwhile, proved that any topic could be explored in a rock song. This impact is often captured by a well-known quote usually credited to Brian Eno…

This week brings a range of exciting new fashion releases. Cutler & Gross and The Great Frog have collaborated with Billy Idol on “Modern Relics,” a titanium sunglass collection inspired by 1970s punk. SALEM and Supreme joined forces to create a six-piece clothing collection that captures the band’s dark and atmospheric vibe. Palace’s latest summer drop pays tribute to skate pioneer Dick Jewell while also showcasing its signature workwear. The Row’s menswear collection focuses on relaxed, comfortable tailoring and lightweight fabrics for the warmer weather. On the sportswear side, fragment design and F.C. Real Bristol have released a collection with a unique “Japan Blue” camouflage design, and JJJJound’s new tracksuit offers a modern take on athletic wear with minimalist style. For bold graphics, Emotionally Unavailable and RK present a collection featuring detailed photography on summer clothing. Finally, SAINT Mxxxxxx’s latest drop highlights skilled craftsmanship with a collaboration featuring studded belts and vintage leather pieces from Hollywood Trading Company and BerBerJin.

Zero 10, the digital art section of Art Basel, is back for its third year at the upcoming main event. This time, artist Trevor Paglen will be the lead curator, shaping the digital art experience.

The Converse TimeLine ONE STAR VTG in “Purple” brings back a beloved classic with a vintage-inspired look. Crafted in Japan, these sneakers boast a luxurious purple suede upper, offering a rich and textured feel. The design is finished with Converse’s signature white star logo on the side.

The Camp Rock series started as a Disney Channel Original Movie in 2008. It helped launch the careers of future pop stars Demi Lovato and Joe Jonas. A sequel, Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam, followed in 2010.