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Wes Ellis An interesting factoid about Miles Hewitt is that he studied poetry at Harvard. It was interesting to me, anyway. I assumed that the talented 31-year-old singer-songwriter would volunteer this in conversation, especially since his background suggests far greater knowledge of what good constitutes “good lyrics” than the music critic interviewing him. But “Harvard” did not come up in our 32-minute conversation until just over 21 minutes in, and only because I was the one who brought i

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Carlos Sotelo Half of 2026 is now over. Many records from the year so far have been praised. But some records have not been praised enough. Here are 10 worthy releases from the first six months of 2026 that are worth checking out if you missed them upon release. Jim E. Brown – Dirt The year’s funniest indie album, bar none. A self-described “19-year-old boy who suffers from various degenerative conditions and alcoholism,” Jim E. Brown may or may not be the stage name of Philadelphia mu

Carlos Sotelo Streaming services are the primary way a lot of people consume their media of choice, whether that be music or TV shows or movies. Not everybody is on board, though, and some of those who are have started to tire of it. Regular price increases and limited streaming libraries have some consumers returning to physical media — vinyl, CDs, 4Ks — preferring objects they can hold and own over streaming options that can vanish at any time. Companies are more than happy to support this w

UPROXX If you were in Chicago this weekend and didn’t make it to Moonlight Studios for the kickoff of the UPROXX Baja Blast Summer Series, we’re genuinely sorry — because you missed a great performance by Latin trap star Dei V, and some seriously great Baja Blast-infused cocktails. The menu — made in partnership with 1800 Tequila and centered around Baja Blast (aka Mountain Dew’s gift to humankind) — featured four drinks built to complement the tropical beach-geta

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UPROXX We’re in the sweet spot of the year, right now. Long days, longer nights — peak festival season and the start of summer. Everyone you know is off to Europe or a rave or both at once, depending on the circles you travel in. And if far-flung travel isn’t in the cards these next few months, our hope for you is that relaxation still is. Summer used to be lazy. But inflation and fears about AI-related job loss have killed that little fantasy. Still, the idea of curating a b

Getty Image The list of artists who can maintain elite relevance for more than 40 years is extremely small. So when we talk about Madonna, there isn’t really anyone to compare her to. Her first hit was “Holiday” in 1983, and now in 2026, she’s still such an icon that she can balance a Coachella special guest slot with Sabrina Carpenter on one hand and a Tribeca Film Festival short film premiere on the other for Confessions II – The Film, which is now available on YouTub

Carlos Sotelo Formula One represents the pinnacle of worldwide racing, and that means its partner brands reach a fanbase like no other. To understand the present-day symbiosis between sports and strategic partners, it’s worth looking at the history. Modern sports sponsorships trace back to the late 1800s when tobacco companies would insert proto-playing cards into cigarette packages. Today, a sporting event would be almost unrecognizable without the litany of sponsored placements flashi

Does the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks vs. San Antonio Spurs have you in the mood for all the basketball you can get? You’re in luck: NBA The Run, a 3v3 arcade-style video game inspired by early 2000s streetball, is out today, June 9. NBA The Run brings the game to the streets with current NBA stars and fictional streetball legends competing in fast-paced online multiplayer Knockout Tournaments on 11 courts spanning the globe, including Venice Beach and Harlem’s Rucker Park.

Alex Warren was one of the biggest breakout stars of 2025. His debut album You’ll Be Alright, Kid reached the top 5 of the Billboard 200; “Ordinary” has been streamed over 2 billion times (with an additional 377 million views for the music video); and he was nominated for Best New Artist at the Grammys. Now Warren has revealed his follow-up album, and based on the latest single, it’s going to be another mega-hit. Warren announced that Wildchild is coming out on August 28

FX/UPROXX Snowfall might’ve wrapped up in 2023 after six seasons, but that doesn’t mean hardcore Snowheads (our name for the Snowfall fan community) haven’t been waiting for a continuation of the story — and now we’re finally getting it with The Drop: A Snowfall Saga, a new spinoff of the series premiering later this year on FX, Hulu, and Disney+ internationally. The Drop follows fan favorites Wanda — played by the amazing Gail Bean — and Leon (Isaiah John) as the

Eleanor Petry For nearly 20 years, Kurt Vile has been one of the most reliable names in indie rock. His latest album, Philadelphia’s Been Good To Me, adds to a career where the pride of Pennsylvania has regularly produced off-kilter, idiosyncratic but always ingratiating “lo-fi, DIY rock ‘n’ roll,” to quote his recent single “Chance To Bleed.” In that time, he’s often been compared to Neil Young and Tom Petty, and for his generation, he’s been a similarly consistent presence, supplying a lifet

UPROXX Summer is fast approaching, so it’s time to start scratching names off that travel bucket list of yours.Summer is fast approaching, so it’s time to start scratching names off that travel bucket list of yours. But with so many great cities around the world to explore, it can be tough to figure out where to go. Luckily, Dua Lipa is here to help. We don’t mean like, physically help you, breathe. Recently, our favorite husky-voiced dance-pop star teamed up with Google Maps

Carlos Sotelo Streaming services are the primary way a lot of people consume their media of choice, whether that be music or TV shows or movies. Not everybody is on board, though, and some of those who are have started to tire of it. Regular price increases and limited streaming libraries have some consumers returning to physical media — vinyl, CDs, 4Ks — preferring objects they can hold and own over streaming options that can vanish at any time. Companies are more than happy to support this w

UPROXX My trip to Hana, the tiny town on the far windward side of Maui, started out with the sort of tangle that wrecks the first day of many a lesser trip. After landing in a small six-seater plane and watching the pilot and co-pilot buzz right back down the runway to return to Wilea, my family and I discovered that we were alone at the airport. The office was closed. Our phones didn’t get service. There was no landline. And no cars seemed to be in the area. The kids were hungry and agi

UPROXX There’s an eternal truth that nobody at an EDM festival will say out loud while their heart rate is racing and the bass is rearranging their vital organs: the music is not the point. The point — if we’re being our most honest — is… ~~~vibes~~~. It’s the connection (both literal and metaphysical) with the other 30,000 people at the festival. The moment when you look around and feel a true connection to the other bouncing bodies. And that is the whole premise behin

Carlos Sotelo The “perfect age” for bourbon doesn’t exist, but there is a sweet spot that most enthusiasts will agree on, and it’s right around the 10-year mark. Because bourbon, by law, must utilize new oak vessels, there’s much more flavor extracted from barrels at a younger age than, say, Scotch, which often utilizes barrels that have been used multiple times. That comparatively rapid flavor extraction imparts bourbon with its unique, bold profile, producing a

Uproxx You may not realize it, but over time, snacks come and go. Those small-batch, limited-edition, seasonal flavors sometimes turn into full-time regular SKUs, but more often than not they fade. So don’t fall too far in love with any snack because one day you may become broken-hearted when they change the recipe. Until then, stock up on your favorites and try any and every snack that strikes your mood. Here at UPROXX, we have new snacks worth trying for every mood, and what good is s

JAYME LAMM/UPROXX If Maui is the dreamy vacation island everyone posts about, think turquoise ocean, swaying palms, and sunsets that stop you in your tracks, then Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows is the place that feels like Maui. This is not a cookie-cutter beachfront hotel trying to mimic Hawaiian charm. It’s the real thing, exquisitely layered with local culture, genuine aloha spirit, and views straight out of a luxury travel magazine. Read on for everything you need to know to plan the