Love at first sight can be a dangerous thing. j-hope is back to heat up the summer with his lust-filled “Killin’ It Girl” single, which finds the BTS member joining forces with Memphis’ own GloRilla on Friday (June 13).

j-hope delivers a fiery verse while crafting a seductive chorus and then Big Glo invades the minimalistic production with her gritty Memphis flow, making for a delectable clash.

“Killin It Girl” follows a busy year for j-hope, which saw him unleash singles like “Sweet Dreams” with Miguel and “Mona Lisa.”

“Sweet Dreams” featuring Miguel — an artist I’ve long respected — has a smooth, soulful vibe that feels deeply personal. On the other hand, “Mona Lisa” brings a hip-hop-driven performance energy,” j-hope told Billboard in May.

He continued: “Both tracks are easy to connect with, yet they offer a glimpse into the broader, more evolved musical world I’m building. This is just the start — I have plenty more musical experiments in store.”

The BTS frontman rumbled through North America as part of his HOPE ON THE STAGE tour, which included a pair of sold-out shows at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center in March. He’ll wrap up the global trek on Friday (June 13) with a performance at Goyang Stadium in South Korea.

“I was hands-on with everything — stage design, choreography, fashion and even the props — pouring my heart into every aspect,” j-hope said of the world tour. “I hope the audience left with a sense of genuine positivity and inspiration. Moving forward, I want to keep creating authentic performances that unite everyone through the power of music.”

As for GloRilla, she’s coming off performing at the BET Awards and her fiery “Typa” single, which arrived on June 6.

Listen to “Killin’ It Girl” below.

On Thursday (June 12) evening in New York City, The Beach Boys legend Mike Love was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

The massive honor for the veteran singer-songwriter came in the wake of huge loss to fans of the Beach Boys: just one day prior to the induction ceremony, news broke that Brian Wilson, one-time leader of the peerless pop-rock group, had died at 82. Wilson and Love were not just bandmates, but co-writers on some of the biggest Billboard Hot 100 hits of the ‘60s – not to mention cousins.

So when John Stamos – the Full House alum who has been performing with his beloved Beach Boys for four decades now – took the stage to introduce Love, he took a pause to mention the loss. “I’d like to take a moment and acknowledge the heartbreaking loss of Brian Wilson,” said Stamos. “A genius whose melodies shaped millions of dreams, including those in this room.”

Of Love, Stamos noted that the new inductee was the main man behind many of the Beach Boys’ most recognizable hooks, and said his induction was “long overdue.”

Love, wearing a dapper blue blazer and Beach Boys call cap, paid tribute to his departed co-writer and fellow Beach Boy during his acceptance speech, too.

“Gratitude is the main emotion I feel,” Love told the Songwriters Hall of Fame audience. After thanking his wife, children, band and crew, Love added, “I especially want to thank my cousin, Brian Wilson. I believe he’s here with us.

“He’s my first cousin but brother in music together,” Love continued, noting that their partnership “set the stage for some of the most successful collaborations all time.”

“I do feel his presence,” Love said. Sharing “gratitude, love and peace” with the crowd, he added, “I pray that through music, art and kindness, the world heals and love prevails.”

After that, Love sauntered over to the mic to perform (with Stamos on guitar!) a number of his best-loved co-writes, smash hits for the Beach Boys such as “Good Vibrations,” “Kokomo” and “I Get Around.” Needless to say, damn near the entire room was on its feet, singing along.

To honor the life of Beach Boys mastermind Brian Wilson, who died Wednesday (June 11) at age 82, CBS will re-air A Grammy Salute to the Beach Boys on Sunday from 9-11 p.m. ET/PT.

The live concert special was taped at Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on Feb. 8, 2023, three days after the 65th annual Grammy Awards were held in Los Angeles. The special originally aired on April 9, 2023. It was No. 1 in its time period with 5.18 million viewers and was the night’s No. 2 primetime broadcast in viewers. (The night’s champ was its lead-in, the venerable 60 Minutes, with 6.43 million viewers.) The two-hour program had the largest audience for a Grammy Salute special since A Grammy Salute to Prince, which aired on April 21, 2020.

A Grammy Salute to the Beach Boys featured performances by Andy Grammer, Beck, Jim James, Brandi Carlile, John Legend, Charlie Puth, Fall Out Boy, Foster the People, Hanson, Norah Jones, Lady A, John Legend, Little Big Town, Luke Spiller, Taylor Momsen, Michael McDonald, Take 6, Mumford & Sons, My Morning Jacket, Pentatonix, LeAnn Rimes, St. Vincent and Weezer.

It also featured appearances by fellow music icons Elton John and Bruce Springsteen; actors Tom Hanks, Drew Carey and John Stamos; Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr.; and former chair of the academy’s board of trustees Jimmy Jam.

The special was produced by Tenth Planet Productions. Joel Gallen, Rick Krim and Irving Azoff served as executive producers and Rick Austin as co-executive producer. Gallen also directed the special.

The Beach Boys entered into a partnership with Azoff’s Iconic Artists Group (Iconic) in 2021 to preserve and grow their legacy in a digital era. “This celebration highlights, once again, the power of the Beach Boys music to influence today’s biggest artists and reach new generations of fans,” said Jimmy Edwards, president of Iconic.

The Beach Boys special followed such previous Grammy-branded specials as The Beatles: The Night That Changed America (2014), Stevie Wonder: Songs in the Key of Life – An All Star Grammy Salute (2015), Stayin’ Alive: A Grammy Salute to the Music of The Bee Gees (2017), Elton John: I’m Still Standing – a Grammy Salute (2018), Aretha! A Grammy Celebration for the Queen of Soul (2019), Let’s Go Crazy: The Grammy Salute to Prince (2020) and Homeward Bound: A Grammy Salute to the songs of Paul Simon (2022).

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KATSEYE just served major looks in their latest interview with SSENSE.

The shoot, photographed by Jason Omar Al-Taan and styled by Spencer Singer, saw the girl group dressed head-to-toe in pieces currently available on SSENSE’s website. Set against a dramatic black background and a mirrored floor, the “Gnarly” singers modeled to their heart’s content, styled in girly and sporty silhouettes from top brands like Versace, Wales Bonner, Sporty & Rich and Vivienne Westwood, among others. From Lara to Sophia, each member wore two outfits that best coordinated with their curated personas.

Following the shoot, the members were also interviewed by Hyunji Nam in a piece titled “Embrace the Chaos.” In it, the group spoke about their new EP Beautiful Chaos, which drops on June 27. The new EP follows the group’s breakout debut EP, SIS (Soft Is Strong). They also spoke as a group to their strengths. Manon, the group’s center and visual, remarked, “What forced us into learning how to communicate was learning how we work with each other—and I think that was one of the biggest areas of growth and change.”

To celebrate the news of their upcoming EP and their stellar fashion moments, we’re picking our favorite pieces that the members wore for the shoot that you can shop now on SSENSE.

Styled on Lara, the group’s vocalist, this Wales Bonner piece is a glittering dream. The singer wore this high-waisted skirt alongside a brown triangle top and a billowing cream-colored button-up jacket. Retailing for $970.00, the garment is a minty hue constructed of silk organza and crinkled viscose layered overtop a twill midi skirt.

The layered construction gave way to sequins and beaded detailing that gave the piece a high-shine feel and textural interest. Darts at the front and back near the waistband offer the skirt structure We’d recommend sporting this skirt with pastel garments. Think pink, pistachio and light blue. You’d also want to offset the high-waisted nature of the skirt with something short on top, like Lara. For the warmer months, we could see this skirt styled with a white cropped tank, accompanied by low-top sneakers or thong sandals.

This sporty little number was also worn by Lara in her secondary look, styled with a plunging cowl top and a green and blue trucker hat. The Varsity Crest Disco shorts, hailing from Sporty & Rich, evoke retro vibes like something out of a 70s film. These shorts are high-waisted and made of a breezy bright red cotton jersey.

A contrasting white logo can be seen close to the hem of the shorts reading “Sporty & Rich Country Club.” Additional details include a concealed drawstring for a custom fit and three pockets to hold all your valuables. Casual and comfy, sporty pieces might work best with this one. We’re thinking colorful athletic sneakers or a cozy zip-up. To create contrast, you might want to opt for more formal pieces, like Lara.

In preppier fashions, Yoonchae wore this ultra-cozy Vivienne Westwood sweater. The group’s vocalist and lead dancer wore a coordinating argyle top to match, along with a micro skirt and heels. All preppy and sweet, this designer piece consists of a cotton knit and cinched ribbed trim that offers the sweater a form fit. Button closures give way to an orb logo detailing stitched to the bodice, an iconic design detail of Vivienne Westwood’s garments. To style, we recommend playing into the preppy vibes with this one, donning things like pleated tennis skirts or structured slacks. Or go the less-formal way like Yoonchae in micro shorts and your favorite kitten heel.

Worn with her Vivienne Westwood sweater, Yoonchae sparkled in these Valentino Garavani Ladycrush patent leather sandal heels. Retailing for $1,290.00, the footwear choice is glitzy and glamorous, equipped with glossy patent leather uppers in black and crystalized detailing affixed to the 3-inch heel.

The toes of the shoe are caged in, while the soles are gilded and embossed with the brand’s logo. Thin but sturdy ankle straps keep the shoe in place, made adjustable thanks to gilded buckle closures. All in all, this sandal evokes the flappers of the 1920s all liberated and whimsical. It’s a retro-esque silhouette that would look best with other formal pieces like a black silk maxi dress or a structural pinstriped suit.

Sophia, the group’s lead vocalist and leader, was styled in a Simone Rocha slip in a bridal white. The chosen garment was uniquely layered beneath a belted pleated skirt and a baby tee. It served as a supporting role in her ensemble, however, it’s a stand-out in our hearts. Worn on its own, the dress is simple and versatile, equipped with adorable white lace trim that further diversifies the otherwise plain silhouette.

The bodice is pleated and strappy, while the skirt is rather boxy, creating a welcomed juxtaposition. We envision this dress worn with contrasting biker-esque boots in black, bringing edgy vibes to this soft and subtle slip. Or you could play into the girly aesthetic and switch out the boots for ballet flats in a sweet pink hue. Otherwise, you could make like Sophia and layer this slip beneath something like a graphic tee or leather jacket.

Baby blue and absolutely perfect, these Manolo Blahnik Callamu heeled sandals just scream Sex and The City. Sophia wore these cute sandals alongside gray trousers and a deep blue cropped polo. The designer style is comprised of patent calfskin uppers in a delicate powder blue that transitions into crisscrossing straps atop the toes and a short and walkable 2.25-inch kitten heel. The shoe is backless, making it easy to slip on and off.

Working this style into your summer wardrobe will be a piece of cake. While the color might scare some of you, you have nothing to fear. The construction is simple enough that you can get away with wearing the Callamu with a bunch of different ensembles, formal or otherwise. For a casual brunch, we’d recommend pairing these heels with classic barrel jeans and a lacy white blouse. Headed to a formal dinner date? You can pop these on with a plunging ruffled maxi dress in black or white to offer the ensemble a pop of playful color.

Chopova Lowena is a designer best known for its whimsical skirts, often adorned with charms and edgy hardware. The group’s dancer and vocalist Megan wore this piece, accompanied by a striped polo top. The Sonny skirt is brown and green and features a cotton seersucker knife-pleated fabric that makes up the base of the skirt, attached to a grained leather belt.

The piece is littered with silver hardware, from carabiners to charms and adjustable buckle closures that juxtapose the skirt’s girly nature. We’d recommend going the maximalist route like Megan by tucking in a top with bold coordinating colors. To be truly maximalist, the chosen top should be filled with whimsical prints, clashing colors or patterns that create contrast when worn against the subtle checkerboard print found on the skirt.

This knitted shetland wool vest was worn by Daniella, the group’s other lead dancer. The vest was styled alongside shorts with a built-in skirt and a choker necklace. This piece is playful, evoking nights spent raking in the dough at poker games.

Key details include a shawl collar, two-way zip closure and a cable-knit cropped hem that offers a cheeky peek of the navel when worn with low-rise bottoms. Card and dollar sign graphics are depicted on the front, while Dsquared2 branding reading “DSQ2” can be seen on the back. Chunky knitwear pieces like this are extremely statment-making. For this reason, we recommend you style this vest with toned-down pieces that play with structure rather than color or print like low-rise jeans or a gray bubble skirt.

Manon made like Madonna for the photoshoot, dressed in a Dolce & Gabbana cone bra made of shiny black satin fabric. The performer paired the bra top with a pink button-up worn open and black pleated trousers. This piece is structural and sensual, featuring a sweetheart neckline and dramatic conical padded cups. To style, we’d envision this piece worn with a suiting-inspired moment, like Manon. Choose formal pieces that juxtapose the bedroom-esque nature of the top like pleated trousers or a business-y pinstriped blazer. Sleek black patent leather pumps would look great with the designer top too.

Both Yoonchae and Sophia wore a Versace Gianni headband, red and silver respectively. Retailing for $179.00, the sparkling accessory features a raised and sculptural bow fixed to the top with an ornate Versace logo in the center. The headband is made of metallic silver patent leather calfskin. You’ll likely find success styling this piece as a statement alongside simpler pieces to make it more wearable. Yoonchae and Sophia wore the metallic accessory with preppy-inspired ensembles, something we’d bet would look good on you too.