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Are you celebrating a September birthday or a special win? Elevate the occasion with a set of four Uncommon Goods Himalayan salt tequila glasses. Whether you’re celebrating yourself or searching for a gift option, these handmade ceramic glasses are a great choice. One Uncommon Goods customer said, “This is a lovely gift at a great price for a housewarming, hostess gift, or really an everyday moment. My friends keeps these on her bar cart in a prominent display.”

Another Uncommon Goods customer described the glasses as “salty” and “perfect for a tequila drinker.” These TikTok-favorite tequila shot glasses not only offer a visually stunning display but also provide a unique drinking experience. If that’s not enough, these glasses are made of Himalayan salt, acacia wood and pet plastic. It’s important to keep in mind that these shot glasses are made of natural salt, so the color may vary from white to rosy pink.

Besides salt, it is also layered with pet plastic. According to the brand, each glass features a layer of pet plastic, a type of clear and lightweight material, to prevent any leaks. So, you’ll be sure to enjoy your drink without any spills.

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When washing it, the brand recommends wiping the glass clean after use and let it “dry in place.” It’s important to note, it’s not dishwasher safe and may gradually erode if placed in the dishwasher.

If your friend is a tequila lover, this may be a great gift. “I got these for my friend who loves tequila for her birthday… she loved it!”

For more product recommendations, check out Becky G’s Favorite Coco for Coconuts Cocktail, Beyoncé-inspired SirDavis Whisky Cocktails, and this viral Margarita Tumbler to add to your shopping list.

On Tuesday (Sept. 10), The Revels Group, alongside the Black Music Action Coalition, Amazon Music and Live Nation, announced plans for the third annual BLACK: Future. Now. Brunch 2024 in Los Angeles.

The celebratory brunch is set to go down Sunday (Sept. 15) and serve as a lead into BMAC Gala Week (starting Sept. 19). Decorated music executives and artists across the industry will be honored during the ceremony, including Jhené Aiko, Cash Cobain and Rachelle Jean-Louis.

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Following her successful North American run on the Magic Hour Tour, Aiko will receive the “Brilliant Beyond” Creative Artistry Award. The burgeoning Cash Cobain is slated to take home the “Future Phenom Now” Award while Blake Brown-Gakal will accept the “L(Eagle) Eye” Attorney of the Year Award.

On the heels of winning Billboard‘s 2024 R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players Executive of the Year, Victoria Monet’s manager and Tell Your Friends co-founder Rachelle Jean-Louis will collect more hardware when she’s honored with the “Executive of the Year Impact” award this weekend.

“We’re super excited to be kicking off BMAC week once by celebrating the future and now of Black excellence,” said The Revels Group CEO Jamil Davis. “When I started the BFN and the Brunch my mission was to bring together a diverse room to highlight the creatives, executives and thought leaders of tomorrow that are having breakout years, or typically don’t get as much shine.”

Davis continued: “It’s beautiful and has grown each year. I’m ready to have an incredible time! I’m thrilled to honor our 2024 class of BFN awardees, including my dear friend, the
incomparable, Jhené Aiko.”

Elliot Grainge’s 10k Projects and Spirit Music Group have also joined the Black: Future. Now. Brunch as partners.

Live Nation CEO Michael Rapino added of the event: “I admire Jamil’s ability to bring such an eclectic group of people together, and The Revels Group’s continued mission to celebrate and empower the next generation of artists, creators, and executives. It will be a great time.”

Past BLACK: Future. Now. honorees include Lil Bibby, Tunde Balogun, Brandra Rigo, Gordon Dillard, Ebonie Ward, Sydney Lopes and more.

Chester Bennington‘s son is currently at odds with some of Linkin Park‘s fanbase, with the 28-year-old recently alleging that people have been “cruel, unusual and aggressive” to him following his criticism of the band’s reunion.

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In a slew of videos posted to Instagram Stories on Monday (Sept. 9), Jaime opened up about wanting to attend Linkin Park’s fast-approaching comeback show in Los Angeles, in spite of his qualms with the group’s new vocalist Emily Armstrong. However, he claims his late father’s former bandmates didn’t offer him a ticket — and even if they had, he wouldn’t feel safe in the crowd.

“I haven’t heard anything back from the band themselves, which is not unexpected,” Jaime says in the clips. “They didn’t come to me with this announcement, they didn’t ask me how I felt.”

“There are a lot of people who do not like me,” he continued. “There are a lot of people saying some real awful sh– right now to me. To be honest, I don’t think I’d feel safe going to the show under general admission … I don’t know who would take it upon themselves to respond to me in an aggressive manner. The audience themselves could actually be unsafe for me.”

Jaime’s comments come shortly after he lobbed criticism at Linkin Park for tapping Armstrong as the band’s new co-vocalist, accusing Mike Shinoda of “quietly erasing my father’s life and legacy in real time.”

“You betrayed the trust loaned to you by decades of fans and supporting human beings including myself,” he added at the time, slamming Armstrong’s past connection to Scientology and support of convicted rapist Danny Masterson. “We trusted you to be the bigger, better person. To be the change. Because you promised us that was your intention. Now you’re just senile and tone deaf.”

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In response to the backlash, the Dead Sara co-founder issued a statement on Sept. 6 distancing herself from the That ’70s Show star. “Several years ago, I was asked to support someone I considered a friend at a court appearance and went to one early hearing as an observer,” she said. “Soon after, I realized I shouldn’t have. I have never spoken with him since. To say it as clearly as possible: I do not condone abuse or violence against women, and I empathize with the victims of these crimes.”

All of the commotion follows the band’s announcement that Linkin Park would be returning in 2024 after a seven-year hiatus sparked by the death of Chester in 2017. In addition to the lineup changes, the rockers will be releasing a new album, From Zero, on Nov. 15, and embarking on a massive tour starting with six arena shows kicking off Wednesday (Sept. 11) at the Kia Forum.

But much like Linkin Park’s fanbase, Jaime has conflicted feelings about the band’s new direction. “I want to go [to the concert],” he said on his Story. “There are reasons that I might not be allowed into the venue, which I can’t talk about right now, but unless I’m told explicitly, ‘You can’t go for this reason,’ I do want to go.”

“So many of these Linkin Park fans who will be attending have been cruel, unusual and aggressive,” he added. “You’re telling me to kill myself, you’re telling me that I’m awful, you’re telling me that my father doesn’t appreciate me … What are you talking about? You didn’t give a f–k when he died. If you did, you would understand what the problem is. You would understand why this is all wrong.”

Bad Bunny is on to his next movie adventure, joining Adam Sandler in Happy Gilmore 2 — the sequel to the cult-classic sports comedy film released in 1996 — The Hollywood Reporter revealed Tuesday (Sept. 10).

There are no details yet about Bad Bunny’s role.

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The artist born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio made his acting debut in 2021 as Arturo “Kitty” Paez — a rich, well-connected kid who gets involved in the cartel life — for the drug-dealing drama Narcos: México on Netflix. He then moved on to film, where he starred opposite Brad Pitt in Bullet Train (2022) and Gael García Bernal in Cassandro (2023). Up next, he has Darren Aronofsky’s crime thriller Caught Stealing at Sony Pictures.

“It ain’t over,” Sandler wrote Monday on Instagram alongside a photo of Happy’s Boston Bruins jersey, signaling the start of production. “The way I see it… we’ve only just begun.”

The original Happy Gilmore follows the story of a failed hockey player who discovers a talent for golf and competes in paid tournaments to earn money to prevent the foreclosure of his beloved grandmother’s house.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the forthcoming sequel is directed by Kyle Newacheck, who also directed the 2019 Murder Mystery movie starring Sandler and Jennifer Aniston. Original cast members Julie Bowen and Christopher McDonald will return for the sequel: Bowen as Virginia Venit, Happy’s love interest, and McDonald as Shooter McGavin, an arrogant golfer and the film’s villain.

On The Tonight Show last month, Sandler confirmed that Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce will appear in Happy Gilmore 2 as well. “Travis has… he mentioned it, so we have a nice something for Travis,” Sandler said of the gig that Kelce publicly pined for earlier this year. “He’s gonna come by. He’s a very nice guy. You guys would love him in real life. What a big, handsome guy. Funny and cool as hell. He’s a stud and he’s so funny.”

The screenplay was co-written by Sandler and Tim Herlihy and will be co-produced with Jack Giarraputo and Robert Simonds. Dennis Dugan, who also directed the original film, will executive produce with Judit Maull, Kevin Grady, David Bausch and Barry Bernardi.

The elusive Janis Joplin biopic is closer to reality, as Shailene Woodley has received a commitment for a $2.49 million tax credit from the California Film Commission for the film, it was announced Tuesday (Sept. 10).

“I have a feeling Janis would be smiling ear to ear, zipping down the PCH in her psychedelic Porsche knowing her story is bringing opportunities and funding to the city and people that held so much significance to her,” Woodley, who will star in and produce the film, said in a statement.

“Thank you to the California Film Commission’s Film & Television Tax Credit Program — myself and the other producers on this project believe California is the only place to film a slice of Janis’s life with authenticity and truth — and we are so grateful to have received the green light to do so!” the Big Little Lies star added.

The Joplin biopic from Temple Hill qualified for just under $10 million in production expenditures for a 30-day shoot in California, according to the state’s film commission.

The Joplin biopic from Temple Hill qualified for just under $10 million in production expenditures for a 30-day shoot in California, according to the state’s film commission.

Joplin died in 1970 at age 27 and a biopic of the legendary singer has yet to be produced, but not for a lack of trying. Amy Adams, Zooey Deschanel, P!nk and Melissa Etheridge, among others, were earlier on board to play Joplin in movies that never got to production.

In all, the California Film Commission awarded $51.6 million in tax credits to 19 projects to shoot in the state. That also includes keeping the Universal Content Productions’ Suits LA series from leaving Los Angeles for a rival locale.

Suits LA is a show whose characters are deeply ensconced in the world of film and television. Being able to shoot here will be a huge part of the show’s authenticity,” Suits LA showrunner Aaron Korsh said in a statement.

Other projects qualifying for local tax credits include the reboot Community – The Movie, executive produced by Dan Harmon and Andrew Guest, and reuniting the original cast for this film adaptation and an untitled Screen Gems project.

This article was originally published by The Hollywood Reporter.

Johnson & Johnson is facing a lawsuit that accuses the pharma giant of “rampant infringement” of copyrighted instrumental music in YouTube and Facebook videos.

In a complaint filed last week in Los Angeles federal court, Associated Production Music (APM) claims that J&J released nearly 80 different internet videos featuring unlicensed “production music” — an industry term for stock tracks created for use in videos, podcasts and other content.

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“At no point did defendant ever obtain APM’s license, authorization, or consent to synchronize the Recordings with the Videos,” the company’s lawyers write. “Moreover, despite being repeatedly contacted by APM regarding Defendant’s unlicensed uses of the Recordings, Defendant has refused to obtain proper licenses or admit wrongdoing.”

APM, a joint venture of Sony Music Publishing and Universal Music Publishing, describes itself as the top purveyor of production music in the country, controlling huge libraries of songs that have appeared in TV shows (Stranger Things, Game of Thrones and Spongebob Squarepants), movies (Lady Bird, The Shape of Water and The Big Sick) and video games (Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare and MLB: The Show). One particularly notable APM song is “Heavy Action,” the theme to Monday Night Football.

Earlier this year, APM says it discovered that J&J had been using the company’s songs without permission. The lawsuit lists out 79 different videos featuring 30 different APM songs, like a YouTube video posted by J&J in May 2021 called “Nurse Leaders Disrupting Healthcare.” The video, which features an upbeat instrumental track behind narration, allegedly used an APM track called “Driving Inspiration” without securing a license.

The lawsuit is light on details, and it’s unclear how a sophisticated company came to release dozens of videos without securing licenses for the music. A representative for J&J did not immediately return a request for comment on the allegations.

Though the songs in question are hardly Hot 100 hits, intentionally using them without a license would still be a costly decision for J&J. Under federal copyright law, a judge can award as much as $150,000 per song infringed if a defendant acted willfully — nearly $12 million for all the songs involved.

Diddy has been hit with a $100 million judgment in a sexual assault lawsuit brought to him by inmate Derrick Lee Cardello-Smith. Keep watching for the full story.

Tetris Kelly:

Diddy’s been told to cough up $100 million in a sexual assault case he blew off.

Derrick Lee Cardello-Smith:

I’d like to either preserve the issue of default judgment or judgment in my favor based on failure to answer.

Tetris Kelly:

Derrick Lee Cardello-Smith claimed Diddy drugged and sexually assaulted him at a party back in 1997.

Derrick Lee Cardello-Smith:

He offered me $2.3 million to allow what happened to me to go away.

Tetris Kelly:

In a livestream of the court proceedings last week, Cardello-Smith claimed Diddy told him he wouldn’t be responding to his complaint and intended to settle outside of court. According to court documents, Diddy chose not to respond to the complaint after confirming receipt, so Judge Anne Marie Anzalone ruled in favor of default judgment, awarding Cardello-Smith the $100 million he was suing for. Given the large sum of money he now owes, the judge set a payment schedule of $10 million every month, starting October 1st. In a statement to Billboard, Diddy’s attorney strongly denies his client was ever served with the lawsuit, saying he “looks forward to having this judgment swiftly dismissed.”

Billboard and Rémy Martin partnered to bring to life a night to remember with high-energy performances that had the crowd on their feet, a custom Rémy Martin cocktail crafted exclusively for the event and a photo booth that allowed fans to capture memorable moments – making it a perfect blend of music, excitement and premium vibes.

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This past weekend, Billboard and Rémy Martin partnered to keep the hip-hop and R&B celebrations going with a star-studded concert on Friday, Sept. 6, for Hip-Hop Live.

Excited fans poured into the Xanadu Theater greeted by a Rémy Martin photo moment to memorialize a fun night ahead with friends in anticipation of the exciting acts about to hit the stage. Fans got more than just a performance, as Rémy Martin rounded out the night by serving a signature cognac drink, the Rémy le pechnoise, featuring Rémy Martin 1738 Accord Royal for enjoyment alongside a beautiful product display to set the ambiance.

Hit after hit, the headlining acts brought the vibe, while Rémy Martin provided the libations. It was the perfect way to kick off the weekend ahead. For more, head to Billboard.com.

Beyoncé sat down with GQ magazine and got candid about who she listens to, her life and more. Keep watching to see our favorite moments from her cover with GQ!

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Beyoncé is on the cover of GQ, and she’s being candid about pop stardom, who she’s listening to, she even had time to go to the movies, and answers that question about the visuals. We’re breaking it all down.

We’ve known Queen Bey to be a pop star for 25 years, but after her knee injury, does she think about retiring? She told the mag: “I retired from the formula of the pop star a very long time ago. I stopped focusing on what’s popular, and began focusing on the qualities that get better with time and experience. Good music and strong messages will never retire.”

So who does Beyoncé have time to listen to?

“I love Doechii and GloRilla, and I just heard That Mexican OT, he’s from Houston … He goes hard! I really like ‘Please Please Please’ by Sabrina Carpenter, and I think that Thee Sacred Souls and Chappell Roan are talented and interesting.”

And my favorite takeaway? She has time for Disney. She said, “The best movie I’ve seen this year is Inside Out 2. I think it’s brilliant.”

And when it comes to Renaissance and Cowboy Carter not having visuals, she stated: “I thought it was important that during a time where all we see is visuals, that the world can focus on the voice. The music is so rich in history and instrumentation. It takes months to digest, research and understand. The music is enough.” 

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Looking for a new pair of headphones or earphones on a budget? To make it easier for you, we’ve put together a list of high-quality options available for under $25, featuring everything from classic wired headphones to sleek wireless earphones.

Whether you’re jamming out on a walk or need to focus while tackling schoolwork, having the right pair of headphones or earphones can make a difference. For those who love the simplicity of earphones, we’ve included lightweight and comfortable options that deliver great sound. One standout piece from this list are the JBL wired in-ear headphones — one Amazon customer said, “These earphones are the most comfortable set I own… the noise cancellation is the best I own, and I can wear them for about 2 hours (or more) consecutively without fatigue. The deep bass is impressive.”

If you are looking for an alternative wireless option, consider adding these Bluetooth Wireless Earbuds. Originally priced at $50, you can now get it for just $22. One Amazon customer said, “These headphones have really good sound quality and fit really nicely into my ears. They charge up really well… they also link up with any device quite quickly.”

Keep scrolling down to find the right pair that fits your style.

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Jlab Wired Buds Pro With Universal Mic

These Jlab Wired Buds Pro features adjustable earphones and a mic. According to the brand, it also includes “premuim sound quality,” making it a great option for listening to music.


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If you are looking for a wireless option, consider these Soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds. It’s water resistant, offers powerful sound quality, and gives you seamless connectivity with its Bluetooth feature.


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For those looking for affordable over-ear options, consider adding these Vilinice Noise Canceling Headphones. With its bluetooth feature, you’ll be able to work from anywhere at anytime. You can snag these for just $23.99.


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JBL Endurance Run 2 Wired – Waterproof Wired Sports in-Ear Headphones, Pure Bass Sound, Hands-free calls, Never hurt. Never fall out. (Black)

Are you tired of your wired headphones falling out? Consider adding this JBL wired waterproof in-ear headphones to your list. Its sweat proof design makes it easy to stay active during intense workouts.


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JBL Kids Jr. Wired On-Ear Headphones

The JBL Kids Jr. Wired On-Ear Headphones are designed with safety in mind, featuring a volume limit to protect your child’s ears, a comfortable fit, and vibrant colors.


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If you’re looking for another sleek wireless option, consider these in-ear noise cancelling headphones. It’s currently up to 56% off and you can get them in eleven different colors from Light Blue to Butter Yellow.


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These wired earphones deliver a clear sound quality, a snug and comfortable fit, and a reliable connection, all at just $4.88.


What are you waiting for? Hurry and add one or more of these options to expand your earphone and headphone collection.

For more product recommendations, check out this list of the best over-ear headphones to add variety to your collection, these JBL Earbuds for another budget-friendly alternative, and these Bluetooth speakers for all music lovers.