Rachel Davies
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The Moms Who Give Their Kids Condoms Aren’t the Irresponsible Hedonists We Think They Are
“I’m not a regular mom, I’m a cool mom,” a Juicy Couture-tracksuit-clad Mrs. George (Amy Poehler) tells her daughter’s friends in Mean Girls. Later, she... → Read More
7 Books about the Glamour and Intrigue of Old Hollywood
Novels and non-fiction that take you into the golden era of movie-making → Read More
If MFAs Are a Scam, What Happens When You Scam Back?
Lucy Ives, author of "Loudermilk," knows how it feels to take a joke too far → Read More
What to Read After Watching "Fleabag"
From the moment that Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s gaze first penetrates the camera, it’s evident that Fleabag will be one emotional gut-punch after another. The series follows the unnamed titular character as she copes with the death of her mother and the unexpected loss of her closest friend, poking fun at the bleakness of her situation, and … → Read More
Stef Chura's Sweet, Sweet 'Midnight'
“Method Man,” the lead single of Detroit-based rock musician Stef Chura’s new album, Midnight, paints a picture of a dude whose condescension is dreadfully → Read More
After I Got Hit By a Car, I Never Expected Crosswords Would Save Me
When I felt isolated or resentful, puzzles helped me remember how to connect with the world outside my head. → Read More
Dash Shaw on 'My Entire High School Sinking into the Sea'
The comics artist and animator Dash Shaw talks about his deadpan disaster movie 'My Entire High School Sinking into the Sea'. → Read More
The Latest Starbucks Frapp Looks Bonkers — But Is It for Real?
It looks cool, but how does it taste? → Read More
Third Eye Blind Trolls RNC Audience In Act Of True Patriotism
At a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame show during the Republican National Convention, Third Eye Blind made their politic views known. → Read More
Jenny Lewis' New Band Nice As Fuck Make Their Late Night Debut
Jenny Lewis is joined by Deep End Club's Tennessee Thomas and Au Revoir Simone's Erika Forster in new band, Nice As Fuck. → Read More
Watch Chance The Rapper Perform Tribute for Muhammad Ali
Watch Chance The Rapper perform a brand new song in an emotional tribute to honor Muhammad Ali as a closing act at the ESPYs last night. → Read More
Listen To PJ Harvey's Surging New Song "Guilty"
Nearly 30 years into public music making, PJ Harvey releases a new single following her ninth studio album, The Hope Six Demolition Project. → Read More
The Pixies Release New Song With Promise of Upcoming Tour
With an announcement of another new album, it's clear that The Pixies are back making music for good--though now with a new bassist. → Read More
Courtney Barnett's "Elevator Operator" Video Features Sleater Kinney, Jeff Tweedy
See Wilco's Jeff Tweedy, the members of Sleater Kinney, and Courtney Barnett dressed up in an elevator operator costume in this new video. → Read More
Apple's New Patent Might Change Your Live Music Experience Forever
When I first started going to concerts, I would leave with half of the show comfortably saved to my phone. Those days might be behind me for good. → Read More
Former Glasslands Owners Will Open New Bushwick Venue This Fall
Glassland operators have plans to open Elsewhere, a comfortable, spacious DIY space in Bushwick this fall with plans to expand their roster. → Read More
Watch St. Vincent Sing A Brand New Love Song To Cara Delevingne
St. Vincent performs soothing song for her girlfriend, Cara Delevingne, at a benefit concert for drummer, Matthew Johnson's son. → Read More
Angel Olsen Gets Dramatic In The “Shut Up Kiss Me” Video
Back again in her silver wig, Angel Olsen releases second music video from her upcoming album, My Woman, out September 2. → Read More
Beyonce Frees The "Sorry" Video From The Confines Of Tidal
While the lyrics insist on the romance-gone-wrong narrative, the visuals indicate how we regain composure when feeling powerless--the support of others. → Read More
Stream-Only Releases Are Now Eligible To Win Grammy Awards
The Recording Academy announced that they will allow streaming-only albums to be eligible for Grammys, and also altered the Rap/Sung Collaboration category. → Read More