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It feels like just yesterday that Backrooms and Obsession were dominating the box office.

Both were directed by young guns, and the latter film’s helmer already has his sights set on a highly anticipated follow-up. Plus, it will take audiences in a completely different direction story-wise.

Bonus points to filmmaker Curry Barker, meanwhile, for promising to deliver the project — titled Anything But Ghosts — to theaters as early as May 2027. And it already feels like this year is behind us anyway, doesn’t it? Hey, October is about to kick off, for crying out loud…

Variety reports that Barker, 27, co-wrote the upcoming horror-comedy with his Obsession star and longtime collaborator Cooper Tomlinson (have you seen their viral reels on Instagram, by the way?). They will star in Anything But Ghosts alongside alongside Bryce Dallas Howard, Aaron Paul and other big names.

Barker and Tomlinson, 27, took to social media on Tuesday, September 29 to reveal the May 7, 2027 release date of their new movie, which is set to hit “theaters everywhere.” Check out their reliably comedic Instagram reel below.

Here’s the official logline of Anything But Ghosts, per Variety: “When a group of fame-seeking wannabe ‘ghosthunters’ find themselves in over their heads, things spiral wildly and terrifyingly out of control.”

The 2025 horror film was a surprise critical darling, receiving rave reviews and earning Oscar buzz for co-star Inde Navarrette thanks to her head-turning portrayal of a poor soul trapped in an “obsession” spell.

Then there are the numbers. Obsession has earned over $519 million at the global box office this year, becoming the highest-grossing horror movie of the year so far.

But all of its success in theaters almost never came to be, with Netflix initially interested in purchasing the film when it screened at Toronto International Film Festival in September of last year. Find out more here.

To solve today’s NYT Connections Sports Edition puzzle, you’ll be exploring bicycle parts, informal NHL team names, Atlanta Dream players and words that can follow “field”.

Get excited—there’s another New York Times game to add to your daily routine! These of us word game addicts who already play Wordle, Connections, Strands and the Mini Crossword now have Connections Sports Edition to add to the mix.

So, if you’re looking for some hints and answers for today’s Connections Sports Edition on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, you’ve come to the right place.

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Connections Sports Edition is just like the regular Connections word puzzle, in that it’s a game that resets at 12 a.m. EST each day and has 16 different words listed. It’s up to you to figure out each group of four words that belong to a certain category, with four categories in total.

This new version is sports-specific, however, as a partnership between The New York Times and The Athletic.

As the NYT site instructs, for Connections Sports Edition, you “group sports terms that share a common thread.”

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Here are some hints about the four categories to help you figure out the word groupings.

• Yellow: Some are built for two.
• Green: Hockey nicknames.
• Blue: Hoops in Georgia.
• Purple: Some games are played on these.

OK, time for a second hint…we’ll give you the actual categories now. Spoilers below!

• Yellow: PARTS OF A BICYCLE
• Green: NHL TEAMS, INFORMALLY
• Blue: ATLANTA DREAM PLAYERS
• Purple: FIELD_____

If you’re looking for the answers, no worries—we’ve got them below. So, don’t scroll any further if you don’t want to see the solutions!

The answers to today’s Connections Sports Edition #737 are coming up next.

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• PARTS OF A BICYCLE: BRAKE, PEDAL, SADDLE, SPOKE
• NHL TEAMS, INFORMALLY: AVS, CAPS, ISLES, LEAFS
• ATLANTA DREAM PLAYERS: CANADA, GRAY, HOWARD, REESE
• FIELD_____: GOAL, HOCKEY, HOUSE, TURF

Don’t worry if you didn’t get them this time—we’ve all been there.

Up next, catch up on the answers to recent Wordle puzzles.

Related: NYT Connections Sports Edition Today: Hints and Answers for Tuesday, September 29, 2026

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A colorful wreath is an easy way to give your front door a seasonal refresh, and Walmart has a cheerful fall option that brings plenty of autumn charm to your home. The Myecovie 24-Inch Length Fall Wreath is currently on sale for just $19, down from $31, making it an affordable way to add a festive touch to your home.

Measuring 24 inches in length, this gorgeous faux wreath makes a statement without requiring much effort. Its colorful arrangement includes polyfoam fall pumpkins, vibrant purple rose fruit, soft silk roses, sunny sunflowers, and maple leaves, arranged in a semi-circle on a natural twig base for a warm, rustic look.

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The stunning wreath can be displayed in a variety of spaces, both indoors and outdoors. You can hang it on your front door to welcome guests, place it in a window, or use it as a seasonal accent above a fireplace or on a wall. Its generous 24-inch length makes it especially eye-catching wherever you choose to display it.

The colorful combination of pumpkins, flowers, fruit, and leaves makes this wreath suitable for more than just one fall event. It can easily complement your home decor throughout the fall season, including Halloween and Thanksgiving gatherings. It also requires minimal upkeep, with no need for watering or replacing wilting blooms. Simply gently clean the faux flowers and leaves when necessary to help keep it looking fresh throughout the season.

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The bestselling wreath has earned high praise from Walmart shoppers, who praised the “beautiful” design. “Perfect for the front door, and the mini pumpkins look fantastic. It adds a wonderful festive touch for autumn,” one reviewer wrote, while others highlighted its “unique shape” and “nice vibrant colors.” A second buyer noted that it’s “very, very pretty” and adds “a nice splash of fall color” to your front door. 

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Dancing with the Stars pro Britt Stewart was clearly shocked, along with millions of viewers, by the results of Yacht Rock Night on Tuesday, September 29. She and her celebrity partner, ’90s music sensation Taylor Hanson, received 18 out of 30 points from the judges, but did not receive enough viewer votes to sail through to the fourth week. Stewart was visibly upset after the live show ended; so much so that she appeared to walk away after fellow pro Witney Carson approached her for a hug.

Hosts Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro always remind the audience that the last three duos to hear the results aren’t necessarily the lowest ranked in viewer votes, but tensions were high for the final three duos of week three: Stewart and Hanson; Savannah Bananas baseball player Jackson Olson with pro Emma Slater (who also scored 18 points); and Jimmy Kimmel Live! sidekick Guillermo Rodriguez with Carson (who received the night’s lowest score, 15 out of 30).

When it was revealed that Stewart and Hanson were the duo going home, both Stewart and Carson covered their mouths in shock. Once the show went off the air, Decider.com kept filming from above the stage, capturing footage of Stewart choking back tears as fellow DWTS cast members rallied around her.

In the video, Stewart is seen trying to keep her composure as Hough approaches her for a hug. They chat briefly before Ribeiro leans in for a hug, too. Hanson appears to check in with Stewart quickly before pro Pasha Pashkov embraces her, and she nods, telling him, “It’s okay.” A member of the crew appears to then hug Stewart, followed by pro Ezra Sosa.

All along, Carson can be seen waiting to make her way through the group to reach Stewart. When she finally does, Carson says something to her and Stewart smiles slightly, looking away. Carson then leans in for a hug, but Stewart doesn’t embrace her back, says something indiscernible, and quickly walks up the stage stairs as she wipes away a tear, leaving Carson standing there.

Many fans in the comment section of the video were just as upset about the results, saying Stewart and Hanson got “robbed” and that the show is “rigged.” Others celebrated Stewart for letting out her emotions, including one who wrote, “She is a competitor she knows she should have stayed. She is allowed to be upset. More because she feels she let (Taylor) down.”

Another commented, “She is allowed to be upset they NEVER pair her with decent partners and the one year where she has a half a shot, she does everything she can to fill it with content and what does she get? Absolutely no credit or value. This was wrong on many levels and she should be mad.”

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Stewart made history in 2020, becoming the first Black female pro on DWTS. But this is the fourth consecutive season she has not made it past the 11th round with her celebrity partners. Her best result was placing fifth with Daniel Durant in season 31.

Carson and Rodriguez, meanwhile, have become unexpected fan-favorites during season 35, overcoming low skills scores from the judges as viewers at home embrace Rodriguez’s endearingly quirky moves, including ending their Yacht Rock song with the words “We dance 4 the people” scribbled across his belly.

In her Instagram Stories, Carson later posted a photo of Stewart and Hanson, writing a note to her that said in part, “It was a journey cut WAY TOO SOON. 😭😭😭I’m sorry and I love you.”

Dancing with the Stars will return for a fourth week of competition, with Mariah Carey Night, on October 6 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Past episodes can be viewed on Disney+ and Hulu.

Today’s NYT Strands puzzle is all about musical instruments, guitar accessories and equipment found in a music store.

Move over, Wordle, Connections, Connections Sports Edition, and Mini Crossword—there’s a new NYT word game in town! The New York Times‘ recent game, “Strands,” is becoming increasingly popular as another daily activity fans can find on the NYT website and app.

With daily themes and “spangrams” to discover, this is the latest addictive game to cross off your to-do list before a new one pops up 24 hours later.

We’ll cover exactly how to play Strands, hints for today’s Spangram, and all of the answers for Strands #9401 on Wednesday, September 30.

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According to the New York Times, here’s exactly how to play Strands:

Find theme words to fill the board.

• Theme words stay highlighted in blue when found.
• Drag or tap letters to create words. If tapping, double-tap the last letter to submit.
• Theme words fill the board entirely. No theme words overlap.

Find the “spangram.”

• The spangram describes the puzzle’s theme and touches two opposite sides of the board. It may be two words.
• The spangram highlights in yellow when found.
• An example spangram with corresponding theme words: PEAR, FRUIT, BANANA, APPLE, etc.

Need a hint?

• Find non-theme words to get hints.
• For every three non-theme words you find, you earn a hint.
• Hints show the letters of a theme word. If there is already an active hint on the board, a hint will show that word’s letter order.

If that doesn’t help, here’s a hint for today’s Strands game: The words are related to music.

Warning: Spoilers ahead!

In today’s puzzle, there are nine theme words to find (including the spangram). Here are the first two letters for each word:

• PI
• GU
• DR
• MU
• CA
• PI
• SY
• AM
• MU (SPANGRAM)

Today’s Spangram is horizontal

Today’s Spangram answer for today’s NYT ‘Strands’ Hints, Spangram, and Answers for Wednesday, September 30, 2026, is MUSICSTORE.

• PIANO
• GUITAR
• DRUMS
• CAPO
• PICK
• SYNTH
• AMPLIFIER
• SPANGRAM: MUSICSTORE

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Outdoor cooking gets much easier when you have a dedicated surface for your stove, ingredients, cookware, and serving supplies. At a campsite, that extra organization can make the difference between having everything within reach and searching through coolers and bins every time you need something. Walmart has a portable camping table with a storage organizer that gives outdoor cooks plenty of room to prep, store, and serve — and it’s currently on sale. 

The Costway Portable Aluminum Camping Grill Table With Storage Organizer is now just $106 at Walmart, down from $159. Measuring 68 inches wide, 19 inches deep, and 43.5 inches high, this folding table gives campers plenty of room to create a well-organized outdoor kitchen. While it is mainly designed for camp sites, it can also come in handy at tailgates, picnics,and backyard gatherings. Shoppers were impressed with the set-up, calling it “sturdy” and perfect for cooking and serving meals outdoors.

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The grill table features three separate work surfaces, including a main aluminum tabletop for a camp stove or grill, plus two side tables with extra room for ingredients, plates, and cooking utensils. A three-sided windscreen surrounds the main cooking area to help block wind and retain heat, which can help your stove maintain a steadier flame when cooking outdoors. The table supports up to 210 pounds. 

Underneath, a grid shelf and four storage shelves offers space for food, cookware, and other camp kitchen essentials, which is particularly useful for campers who want to keep their cooking area organized. 

The frame uses an X-shaped structure for stability, while anti-slip foot pads help the table from shifting on different outdoor surfaces. Rounded corners on the side tables help reduce the risk of bumps and scrapes if someone accidentally brushes against them. 

One Walmart shopper called the table “bougie,” noting that it folds down small enough for car camping. Another reviewer said it was “very sturdy” and held everything they needed. Assembly is straightforward because the frame comes pre-installed and does not require tools to set it up. When you’re finished using it, simply fold the table down and pack it into the included carrying bag for storage or your next outing. 

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Today’s New York Times Connections puzzle covers financial securities, things famously shaken rather than stirred, gangster movies and words beginning with month abbreviations.

There’s nothing quite as exhilarating as the feeling of completing the daily New York Times Wordle, Strands, Mini Crossword and Connections Sports Edition word games in one fell swoop. But sometimes that can be easier said than done. If you need help with today’s Connections puzzle, keep reading.

Spoilers ahead! We’ve warned you. We mean it. Read no further until you really want some clues or you’ve completely given up and want the answers ASAP. Get ready for all of today’s NYT ‘Connections’ hints and answers for #1207 on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.

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If you’ve been having trouble with any of the connections or words in Wednesday’s puzzle, you’re not alone, and these hints should definitely help you out. Plus, I’ll reveal the answers further down.

Related: The 26 Funniest NYT Connections Game Memes You’ll Appreciate if You Do This Daily Word Puzzle

1. Wall Street.
2. Shake it up!
3. You dirty rat!
4. Think calendar words.

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Ready for the answers? Scroll below this image (the image that represents your very appreciated patience!).

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1. SECURITIES: BOND, FUTURE, OPTIONS, STOCK
2. THINGS THAT ARE SHAKEN (NOT STIRRED): ETCH A SKETCH, MARTINI, SPRAY PAINT, TAMBOURINE
3. GANGSTER MOVIES: BUGSY, CASINO, DONNIE BRASCO, SCARFACE
4. STARTING WITH MONTH ABBREVIATIONS:DECENT, NOVELTY, OCTOPUSSY, SEPTUM

How’d you do?

Up Next:

– 15 Fun Games Like Connections to Play Every Day
– Hints, Clues and Answers to the NYT’s ‘Mini Crossword’ Puzzle

Did You Miss a Few Days? Let’s Catch You Up With Recent Connections Answers

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A Perfect Circle, a supergroup fronted by Maynard James Keenan, delivered an exciting announcement to fans as they unveiled a new single and a headlining tour for 2027.

The alternative rock band is ending 2026 with the release of its second single, “To Whom It May Concern,” a standalone track following the lead single “Starless,” released on May 27, which marked their first new song since 2018.

In an Instagram post, A Perfect Circle shared a glimpse of the new music video, highlighting its striking artistic visuals and creative elements.

“‘Time has come to write a letter; To share some thoughts for worse for better’ ‘TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN’ out now,” the caption reads, featuring a line from the new song.

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In addition to their new song, the five-piece band, composed of guitarist Billy Howerdel, Tool and Puscifer frontman Maynard James Keenan, Smashing Pumpkins guitarist James Iha, bassist Matt McJunkins and Nine Inch Nails and Vandals drummer Josh Freese, also announced the schedule for an extensive North American tour.

In April, A Perfect Circle will kick off the 32-date run with a show in Canada, performing across major cities like Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg and Niagara Falls before heading to the U.S., covering the East Coast, West Coast, Midwest and South.

As for guest performances, Puscifer will support A Perfect Circle for their Canadian shows and in Detroit, while The Cult will take over as the supporting act beginning April 27 in Boston through the June 13 finale in Phoenix.

Before the 2027 North American tour, the supergroup will wrap up 2026 with shows in Latin America, Australia, New Zealand, Japan and Hawaii from November to December, with Puscifer and Dave Hill joining the band on the 2026 dates.

According to Howerdel, A Perfect Circle promises that beyond the new single and tour, there will be “more to come” for the band and fans.

“It’s exciting to finally get some new music out into the world,” he said, as cited by Louder. “And seeing Starless reach No. 1 at rock radio this week has made it even sweeter! The outpouring of support is so very much appreciated. To Whom It May Concern is next up! More to come.”

Nov. 25: Mexico City, MX, Estadio Fray Nano
Nov. 27: São Paulo, BR, Suhai Music Hall
Nov. 28: Buenos Aires, AR, Microestadio Argentinos Juniors
Nov. 29: Santiago, CL, Hipodromo de Chile
Dec. 4: Adelaide, AU, The Drive
Dec. 6: Melbourne, AU, Rod Laver Arena
Dec. 8: Brisbane, AU, Riverstage
Dec. 10: Sydney, AU, Carriageworks
Dec. 11: Sydney, AU, TikTok Entertainment Centre, SOLD OUT
Dec. 13: Auckland, NZ, Spark Arena
Dec. 15: Tokyo, JP, Zepp DiverCity
Dec. 17: Osaka, JP, Zepp Bayside
Dec. 19: Honolulu, HI, Neal S. Blaisdell Arena
April 13: Vancouver, BC, Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre
April 15: Calgary, AB, Scotiabank Saddledome
April 17: Edmonton, AB, Rogers Place
April 19: Winnipeg, MB, Canada Life Centre
April 22: Niagara Falls, ON, OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino
April 23: Niagara Falls, ON, OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino
April 25: Detroit, MI, Fox Theatre
April 27: Boston, MA, MGM Music Hall at Fenway
April 28: Uncasville, CT, Mohegan Sun Arena
April 30: Camden, NJ, Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
May 1: Newark, NJ, Prudential Center
May 4: Charlotte, NC, Truliant Amphitheater
May 5: Duluth, GA, Gas South Arena
May 7: Houston, TX, The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
May 8: Grand Prairie, TX, Texas Trust CU Theatre
May 15: Nashville, TN, Bridgestone Arena
May 17: St. Louis, MO, Chaifetz Arena
May 19: Louisville, KY, Venue TBA
May 20: Cuyahoga Falls, OH, Blossom Music Center
May 22: Chicago, IL, Wintrust Arena
May 23: Shakopee, MN, Mystic Lake Amphitheater
May 27: Denver, CO, Red Rocks Amphitheatre
May 28: Salt Lake City, UT, Maverik Center
May 30: Seattle, WA, Climate Pledge Arena
June 1: Portland, OR, Veterans Memorial Coliseum
June 3: Reno, NV, Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort
June 4: Daly City, CA, Cow Palace Arena
June 6: Los Angeles, CA, Hollywood Bowl
June 8: Chula Vista, CA, North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
June 10: Las Vegas, NV, Fontainebleau Las Vegas
June 11: Las Vegas, NV, Fontainebleau Las Vegas
June 13: Phoenix, AZ, Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre

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To solve today’s NYT Wordle puzzle, think of a natural waterway that flows toward a lake, sea or another river.

But the day just isn’t complete until I’ve solved all of the free word games from the New York Times, including Connections, Connections Sports Edition, Strands, and Mini Crossword. If you’re stuck on today’s Wordle answer, we’re here to help—but beware of spoilers for Wordle #1929 ahead.

Let’s start with a few hints.

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There are two vowels in today’s Wordle.

Today’s Wordle begins with a consonant.

There are double letters in today’s Wordle.

Today’s Wordle answer can refer to a large, natural stream of fresh water.

OK, that’s it for hints—I don’t want to totally give it away before revealing the answer!

Related: 16 Games Like Wordle To Give You Your Word Game Fix More Than Once Every 24 Hours

We’ll have the answer below this friendly reminder of how to play the game.

SPOILERS BELOW—do not scroll any further if you don’t want the answer revealed.

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Today’s Wordle answer on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, is RIVER.

-If you missed it, catch up with the answer to yesterday’s Wordle.

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Witney Carson is showing her fellow Dancing With The Stars pro Britt Stewart some love following her shocking elimination.

Stewart and her partner, singer-songwriter Taylor Hanson, were eliminated at the end of the show’s “Yacht Rock Night” on Tuesday, Sept. 29. The pair scored 18/30 for their foxtrot to “What a Fool Believes” by The Doobie Brothers.

When Stewart and Hanson were announced as the eliminated couple, fans could see the pro dancer repeatedly apologize to her partner on stage before the pair had an emotional interview with hosts Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough.

“This has been everything. This has been incredible. She’s showed me things I didn’t think was possible and I’m so grateful for this time,” Hanson said of Stewart, who replied, “Taylor, I am so grateful that I now have you in my life. Thank you so much for everything. You are amazing.”

Shortly after the elimination, Carson posted a tribute to her fellow pro on her Instagram Story. Carson and her partner, Jimmy Kimmel Live! sidekick Guillermo Rodriguez, received the lowest score of the night with 15/30 and were also in the bottom three alongside Stewart and Hanson.

“I love you so much @brittbenae you are an absolute star in every way,” Carson wrote below a photo of the eliminated pair. “You and Taylor were magic on that floor every week, & your choreography is always incredible with whomever you have but especially this season. It was a journey cut WAY TOO SOON. I’m sorry and I love you.”

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This isn’t Stewart’s first early exit from the competition, either. She was eliminated first last season alongside former NBA player Baron Davis.

Since making her DWTS debut as a pro in Season 29, Stewart has been eliminated within the first few weeks in five of her seven seasons on the show. She previously made it to the semifinals with Olympic figure skater Johnny Weir and CODA actor Daniel Durant, whom she married last summer.

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It’s easy to get pigeonholed into being an influencer after appearing on reality television. However, after appearing on The Bachelorette in 2019, Tyler Cameron proved everyone wrong by becoming a bona fide businessman.

Along with being a real estate agent, joining Ryan Serhant’s high-end brokerage SERHANT, and owning a general contracting firm, Cameron, 33, has built an impressive real estate portfolio across his home state of Florida.

Plus, he has partnered with several businesses, including the healthy fast-casual eatery 3Natives and TNKR, a tool brand with his fiancée, Tate Madden. So, what is Cameron’s net worth?

According to reports, his net worth is estimated at $5 million.

“Right now I have four short-term rentals. I’m about to build two more ground-up homes. I also have a property management side to what I do, another six homes there,” he told TheRealDeal in 2025 about his real estate portfolio. “By the end of the year, I should be around 10 to 12, depending on how long the new builds take.”

Despite his impressive net worth, Cameron still finds time to balance real estate and reality TV. He starred in the Prime Video reality series Going Home with Tyler Cameron. He also appeared in Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test and more recently, Dancing With the Stars.

“I enjoy TV a lot. But before I even go down that route, I have a ton to prove in the office. That’s not even a thought of mine — I’ve got to sell,” he added about his new real estate license. “I’m actually really trying to do this. I’m actually really trying to make a name for myself, and right now I’m in last place.”

And let’s not forget about his 2 million Instagram followers, which bring in an estimated high-five-figure to six-figure brand deals. We have a feeling his net worth is going to keep expanding, just like his portfolio.

For decades, Hollywood music biopics have translated to box office gold…but not always critical acclaim. 1980’s Coal Miner’s Daughter, however, was a success both commercially and critically: The movie won Sissy Spacek a Best Actress Academy Award in 1981 for her portrayal of Loretta Lynn (in addition to a Grammy nomination for Best Female Country Vocal Performance for her rendition of “Coal Miner’s Daughter”). But what many fans don’t know is that Spacek pursued a music career before she started acting — and even released a song slamming John Lennon, oddly enough.

As Spacek told Terry Gross of NPR’s Fresh Air in 2012, when the Texas native moved to New York City after high school, it was with dreams of making it as a singer-songwriter in her head.

“I think I wanted to be Joni Mitchell,” Spacek explained.

Though Spacek was clearly headed in a different direction, ultimately, she did record a few songs. In 1968, she released the song “John, You’ve Gone Too Far This Time,” a sort of chiding clapback to Lennon and Yoko Ono‘s nude photo on the cover of the album Two Virgins. It should be noted that Spacek, who was 19 years old when she recorded the track under the name “Rainbo,” didn’t write the song, which included the following lyrics:

Everything you asked of me, I did, John / From holding hands to living in a sunlight submarine / And you were something special when you said, John, that you had more disciples than the man who was too green / John, I love you / But you went too far this time

When asked by Gross if she agreed with the sentiment or thought it was a “good song,” Spacek admitted, “Oh, you know, I don’t even think I thought of it.”

“It was a time in the music business with 1650 Broadway and 1619 Broadway, the Brill building, and they called it the Bubblegum Factory, that time,” she continued. “You know, labels would get an idea for a song, they had the name for Rainbo. All they needed was a girl and I don’t remember that I made a dime on it. Maybe I made 25 bucks for singing it.”

Spacek went on to say that she thought it was an “interesting” recording, though she was glad it wasn’t a hit or “I would be Rainbo here talking to you now.” Plus, working under the name “Rainbo” convinced her a stage name wouldn’t be necessary. (“After that I thought okay, I think Sissy Spacek will be just fine,” she said.)

Of course, Spacek’s acting career took off not long after that; her first credited role in a studio film was in the 1972 action thriller Prime Cut. But she certainly wasn’t finished singing. Her musical gift made her the perfect choice to play Lynn in Coal Miner’s Daughter, even though Spacek was initially hesitant to take the part.

“Loretta had looked, she’d been brought a stack of 8 x 10 glossies by the studios, and they said go through these, these are some of the young actresses that we were thinking might be good to play you,” Spacek recalled.

“And she got to me and she said that’s the coal miner’s daughter. And she did not, she had never seen any of my work. I asked her, why, what, you know, what was it about it? She said I don’t know. I just had a feeling. And Loretta’s like that.”

In fact, Lynn started telling the world Spacek had the role before she even decided to accept it.

“She was on The Johnny Carson Show several times a month and also on Merv Griffin,” Spacek said. “She was just a favorite guest. She was so darling when she was on these shows and so entertaining. Everybody loved her. And she would always say well, little Sissy Spacek. She’s going to play me. And I’d be watching the show and I’d, you know, when you’re young you like to think — you like to believe that you have some control over your destiny. As an older person I realize now that that is not the case at all. But at that time I believed that…so that was why. That was why. But then I met her and everything changed.”

Even though she was an experienced chanteuse, when it came to singing like Lynn, Spacek had quite a challenge on her hands.

“There’s something about the way Loretta — nobody else sings like Loretta and nobody talks like Loretta,” Spacek said. “In fact, nobody in Kentucky even sounds like Loretta. There’s something she does with her breath that’s just — and her accent is just unique. And once I captured her rhythm, the hardest part of Coal Miner’s Daughter for me was giving it all up. It was not being Loretta. I was so funny when I was Loretta.”

In a funny coincidence, it was a comparison to Lynn that blocked Spacek from signing with Decca Records back when she was still trying to land a record deal.

“All these agents filed in — I guess they weren’t agents, they were executives — they all filed in and I played my guitar and sang,” Spacek recalled. “And then they listened and, you know, they nodded their heads and then they filed out and I waited. A little bit later one of them came back in and they said, you know, we have another artist that’s very much like you — Loretta Lynn. And I was probably 18 at the time. I was like I do not sound like Loretta Lynn…and who’s Loretta Lynn? But I thought that was pretty funny later in life.”

The record executive probably thought so, too.

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Combine support, cushioning, and style in one package and you have the recipe for a pair of Skechers shoes. The brand, known for its many comfort-forward design features, prioritizes fashion and function equally — and that means its sneakers and sandals check every box whether you’re looking for casual footwear or something to wear to work.

The Skechers Flexpadrille Lo So Chic Espadrilles are an excellent example. These slip-ons brim with coastal charm, offering the laid-back appeal of your favorite pair of off-duty shoes coupled with lots of flexibility to keep you comfortable all day long. They’re also an incredible deal at Amazon right now, reduced from their usual $55 to as low as $30. Prices vary by color and size, but with many combinations marked down to under $45 right now, shoppers have plenty of opportunities to save on these shoes.

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Take your pick from white, navy, or red, each adorned with breezy, nautical-inspired white stripes. The effect is simultaneously resort-ready and sailor-influenced, meaning you can easily wear these in virtually any coastal environment. They don’t feel overly themed or exaggerated, but instead give a subtle nod to the styles you could imagine wearing by the sea.

A big part of that appeal is the textured espadrille trim above the rubber sole. It has a slightly braided look, which gives the shoe some added character and contrasts nicely with the patterned upper. Because of this easygoing vibe, you could wear these with virtually anything from jeans and tees to sundresses to shorts and tank tops.

Despite the coastal connotations, you don’t have to reserve them just for vacation. The simple slip-on silhouette makes them just as easy to work into an everyday outfit, whether you’re running errands or playing with the dog. The footbed provides a spongy landing that feels “very comfortable,” according to one shopper.

Others praised the design, noting that they can even wear the “supportive and stylish” shoe to work. A reviewer highlighted the lightweight feel as a bonus, especially when working on hard surfaces like cement. Many people also loved the sheer versatility of being able to wear them with so many different outfits.

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Charlie Sheen’s comeback is not finished yet!

The Two and a Half Men alum, 61, is set to return to the small screen alongside his iconic father, Martin Sheen, in AMC’s upcoming comedy series, Happy Jack.

The half-hour comedy has been greenlit for a six-episode first season with production slated to begin in early 2027.

“I’ve always heard the moments that truly matter happen when they’re supposed to. The good folks at AMC have played a huge hand in deciding that moment is now. It’s no secret that it’s been a minute, and I’m thrilled to be going back on television in such a meaningful way in an equally wonderful show,” Charlie said, according to Deadline. The crew has reassembled – suffice it to say, it’s time to give the people what they want.”

The show’s synopsis describes Charlie’s character, Jack Chambers, as “bit of a lifelong ne’er-do-well” with two daughters. “His daughter Kate runs his company and keeps him on the rails, while his daughter Sam is a wild child who is more like her dad,” The Wrap revealed. Martin will, naturally, portray Charlie’s father.

“When Sam comes home to introduce everyone to her new boyfriend, Jack’s shocked to learn Paul, a former investment banker turned van life guru, is the same age as he is,” the logline explains. “Shocked at first (hypocrisy be damned), Jack soon realizes he’s got a choice to make. Will he keep looking out for number one, or embrace this last chance to be a real part of his daughters’ lives?”

The news comes one year after Netflix released its two-part documentary, aka Charlie Sheen, on his life and journey to sobriety. Martin — along with son Emilio Estevez — declined to participate in the doc, claiming “they wanted to let Charlie have this moment.”

“I sat down with them to watch the movie, and they are fully supportive of it and love it. They are all very close,” director Andrew Renzi said at the time.

Charlie later shared, “[Martin] saw it and loved it and was just, he was laughing, he was crying, he was so engaged, and he comes up to me afterwards and says, ‘I’m already in it. I’d much rather be young, handsome in this thing than this guy right now, you don’t need this old guy in your movie.'”

Actor Chad Lowe shocked fans when he announced the tragic death of his 13-year-old daughter, Fiona, on September 29, 2026.

“We are deeply heartbroken by the loss of our beloved Fiona. She was a loving young girl who was smart, creative, and loved to dance,” the Lowe family shared in a statement. “She was adored by her sisters, and she was deeply loved by her parents. In fact, she was the light of our lives. Her passing is devastating for our entire family, and we ask for prayers and privacy at this time.”

Her cause of death has yet to be revealed, but the statement did include the number for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Fiona’s death comes just a couple of months before her 14th birthday.

Lowe and wife Kim Painter welcomed Fiona on November 15, 2012. The couple, who wed in 2010, were already parents to daughter Mabel, who was born on May 16, 2009. Their youngest daughter, Nixie, was born four years later on March 18, 2016.

Lowe, who is the younger brother of actor Rob Lowe, recently spoke about his pride in being a “girl dad.”

It’s so interesting because always wanting to have my own experiences and not live in the shadow or follow in the footsteps of somebody, I get the experience of being a girl dad, which is such a privilege,” he said on the Still Here Hollywood podcast. “And I feel bad for anyone who’s a parent… I feel like having daughters is such an incredible privilege because it takes what I have known intellectually about women and all the equality and the glass ceiling that’s there, and how it’s a misogynistic world in many ways… and now it’s taken what I’ve known, and it’s put it in my heart because I now have three daughters. So, I look at the world from, really, their perspective.”

Before Fiona’s death, Lowe was celebrating his oldest daughter, Mabel’s 17th birthday, writing, “I love you soooo much @mabellowe_ !! I’m so proud to be your Dadda.”

He also gushed about daughter Nixie on social media on her birthday, captioning a photo, “Happy 10th birthday to this beautiful Boo! We love you soooo much Nixie!”

Sunny Hostin is facing a wave of criticism after offering her legal perspective on the sexual assault allegations involving former members of a Cornell University fraternity.

On the Tuesday, September 29, episode of The View, Hostin discussed why prosecutors did not bring criminal charges when they first reviewed the allegations in 2024, as reported by The New York Post. The seven men named in a recently filed civil lawsuit have not been criminally charged.

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“It’s important to understand why the DA did not bring a case [in 2024],” Hostin said.

She later added, “The pictures of these young men who have not been charged — not been adjudicated — are being plastered all over the internet.” “I think people are reporting this story inaccurately,” she continued. “I think they’re reporting it unfairly.”

The Tompkins County district attorney has since reopened the investigation and intends to present the case to a grand jury. 

Prosecutors say the new civil complaint contains allegations and evidence they did not have during the original review.

Hostin’s comments quickly sparked strong reactions online, with some viewers accusing her of being too sympathetic to the men named in the civil complaint, while others defended her take.

One critic wrote, “Sunny Hostin on The View standing up for accused Cornell gang rape defendants. Nothing says ‘women’s advocate’ like rushing to defend the guys in a gang rape case. The View really found the one take more tone-deaf than their usual script.”

Another added, “Yes, ketamine is classified and frequently used as a date rape drug because its sedative, dissociative, and amnesic effects can incapacitate a person without their consent.”

“The way she keeps throwing ‘young’ and ‘boys’ when describing the rapist. Hope she loses her job,” another viewer wrote.

A separate commenter said, “‘I believe women’ after saying all of this and then adding ‘but’. Yikes.”

Another viewer added, “You can change your mind even if you say yes you can say no it still doesn’t give them the right to continue to rape her regardless No means No.”

“The stupidity that comes from this show needs to be studied,” one person wrote.

Another added, “I wonder if she would say the same thing if her daughter was in that situation.”

Another wrote, “The boys were just dealing with some anxiety issues, their meds needed to be adjusted, don’t blame them! Remember Lindsay Clancy?”

Not everyone agreed with the backlash. One viewer wrote, “The way this is framed, is irresponsible. She isn’t standing up for anything or anyone. She’s literally interpreting the law as any attorney would do. She prosecuted sex crimes and she basically discussed her analysis of why there were no charges in 2024.”

Another added, “huge respect for talking about the issue so professionally like this on her platform knowing she is guaranteed huge backlash and emotional reactions.”

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Jane Doe alleges in the civil complaint that she was heavily intoxicated and unable to consent when she was sexually assaulted at the Chi Phi fraternity house in October 2024, as reported by CBS News.

The district attorney says her original sworn statement described her drug use and sexual activity differently from the allegations now contained in the lawsuit.

Her attorney argues that her level of intoxication meant she could not legally consent. CNN reports that a group-chat screenshot included in the new complaint was not provided to prosecutors during the original review.

Cornell has said it investigated the allegations under university procedures and imposed sanctions, including expulsions and suspensions, in an official statement shared on Tuesday, September 29.

If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, confidential support is available 24/7 through the RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800-656-HOPE (4673), by texting HOPE to 64673, or through online chat at RAINN.org/hotline.

If you’ve ever admired one of those gorgeous Dutch ovens made specifically for baking bread, you know the feeling. The gorgeous colors, classic shape and promise of crusty, bakery-worthy loaves right in your own kitchen is almost too much to take. Then you peek at the price tag and decide that homemade bread can wait a little longer. Many of these specialty pots come from well-known cookware brands with a long history of craftsmanship, and you’re often paying for thoughtful design, durable materials and a piece that can last for years. But if you’re just dipping your toes into breadmaking, spending a small fortune on a single pot can feel like a big commitment before you’ve even mastered your sourdough starter.

A bread-baking oven really can make a difference. Its heavy cast iron construction retains heat, while the covered design traps steam as your dough bakes, helping create that crisp, golden crust and soft, chewy interior that makes homemade bread so irresistible. And you don’t necessarily have to spend designer prices to get in on the fun.

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Aldi has a cast iron bread-baking pot that delivers plenty of high-end looks for a whole lot less. At only $26.99, it comes in either the hunter green with silver-toned hardware shown above or cream with gold-toned hardware. With its charming, old-school look, this pot feels right at home in a cozy cottage kitchen or on a modern countertop.

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And, yes, Aldi’s bread baker looks an awful lot like Le Creuset’s Enameled Cast Iron Bread Oven that costs a whopping $325. I love a brand with a lot of history like Le Creuset, but that’s a staggering price difference.

If you’re breaking in a cast iron bread baker for the first time, a few simple tips can help you get that gorgeous loaf without too much guesswork. First, check the manufacturer’s instructions to see whether your pot needs to be seasoned before use. Seasoning cast iron doesn’t mean adding spices. It means coating the metal with a thin layer of cooking oil and heating it until the oil bonds to the surface, creating a protective layer that helps prevent rust and keeps food from sticking.

Many cast iron bread bakers come pre-seasoned, so you may be ready to go straight out of the box. Next, give the pot plenty of time to preheat in the oven. That hot cast iron helps your dough start baking immediately, encouraging a crisp, golden crust. Just be sure to use sturdy oven mitts when handling it because the pot and lid get seriously hot.

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William Daron Pulliam, better known as Darondo, was one of music’s soul singers up until the late 1970s, when he stepped away from music due to legal issues, pursued TV, and even became a therapist.

Born in Berkeley, California, in 1946, the soul singer made most of his career in the San Francisco Bay Area. He began his music career after meeting jazz pianist Al Tanner, who suggested he start recording in the studio. “I Want Your Love So Bad” landed him a record deal with Music City, and his biggest hit to date is “Didn’t I.”

The soul track ended up selling thousands of copies and became a local radio favorite. He became the opening act for James Brown at Bimbo’s 365 Club and was known for his eccentric style, wearing a white fur coat, driving a Rolls-Royce, and wearing snakeskin shoes. Some even believed he was a pimp because of it.

“When they saw a chauffeur driving me around in a Rolls, they said, ‘That boy is a pimp.’ I made money, but I was working. I had a job … I was a janitor. I drove up [to the hospital] in the back of my Rolls with my mink coat on … and I’d take the elevator down and change in [the janitor’s locker],” he said, according to Seven45rpm.

Despite his popularity, the soul singer left the music business behind in the late 1970s.

Spin reports that one of the main reasons was a bad legal dispute between the singer and his former producer, Dobard, who held the masters to a majority of his work, and Music City.

What he did instead was switch gears to TV. Darondo began hosting several shows on local cable, ranging from Darondo’s Penthouse After Dark to the children’s show Tapper the Rabbit. This lasted well into the ’80s before the soul singer changed tunes again.

Realizing he was having a hard time with cocaine dependency, Darondo decided he needed a change of scenery to shake the habit. He made the decision to move to Europe and spent some time in London and Paris. The singer and guitarist even accepted a job playing guitar on a cruise ship for a while that took him around the world.

It wasn’t long before Darondo went on a new venture when he made his way back to the San Francisco Bay Area. He soon began attending college, earned a degree as a physical therapist/speech pathologist, and started a family.

In 2006, his music was rediscovered when Ubiquity Records put together the Let My People Go album of reissued classics and unearthed demos. Darondo “never imagined” a resurgence of his music that led him to return to live shows.

His music once again gained popularity when “Didn’t I” was used in an episode of Breaking Bad. Years later, it gained popularity again when it was used as the ending theme in an episode of Lovesick.

Darondo died on June 9, 2013 at the age of 66. His music has since been included in various popular series.

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Two decades and six albums later, Chris Daughtry is celebrating the milestone with a special “20 Years Unplugged Tour” that will feature a setlist inspired by his recent greatest hits redux acoustic compilation, There and Back Again. “I don’t think my 26-year-old self was looking this far ahead when that first record came out. The fact that we are still doing it and seeing new generations of fans is weird because we’re playing songs that were out when they weren’t born yet.” Daughtry shared in a conversation with Parade.

He continued, “It’s extremely validating to see how many people stuck with us for two decades, and then how all of a sudden there’s a resurgence of desire for live music, like real rock (that’s) less overproduced. And so I think that’s kind of where we’re kind of seeing a benefit from this younger demographic,” and added, “Some of these older songs that we haven’t played in at least a decade and getting to present them even more differently than how they were originally recorded on this acoustic tour is a lot of fun. It kind of allows for a little freedom and interpretation, but also for kind of like storyteller-type moments, you know, to kind of dig into maybe stuff that I haven’t even thought about for 20 years.”

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The rock star, who catapulted to fame in the 2000s, has garnered recognition as a rock music mainstay as well as a versatile genre raconteur over two decades of hits. “Re-recording some of those tracks gave me an entirely new perspective and respect for that material and the way it was produced and the way it was recorded,” Daughtry explained, saying the compilation has allowed him to present his early catalogue in a whole new way, including favorites such as “Home” and “What About Now”. There’s even a needle drop from his third record that made the stripped-down cut, “I think one of the ones that I feel like I prefer this version of, and think what we did was stronger, is ‘Crawling Back to You.’ I think that they all turned out really well, but that one in particular was like, ‘I like how I did that better here.'”

It’s been a journey for Daughtry, who, in between becoming a household name, would often go on surprising creative side quests that would give him ways to reach new audiences. “I did end up drawing comics for a minute, doing some comic book covers for DC. It all goes back to Jim Lee,” he said, referencing the legendary superhero artist and current head of DC Comics. “Jim Lee was the reason that I wanted to be a comic book artist. So right after the first record came out, I was kind of getting back into comics, and I decided that I would go on MySpace and send Jim Lee a message, and he replied. We kind of nerded out together and became buddies; that’s how my collaboration with him on Batman #50 came about. So not only was this my first comic book cover, but it was Batman. I did Batman with my hero Jim Lee, and it was the cover.”

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The comic-book kid at heart continued, “That was an incredible experience and very hard because, all of a sudden, I felt like I couldn’t draw. Like I was like I don’t even know where to start. I would be up, I would be in the studio during the day, and then I would be up to like three in the morning drawing,” and reflected, “I grew up obsessed with comic books, Batman, X-Men, Spider-Man, all of the cartoons and the books. I was always really drawn to that culture. I never really thought about music until my late teens. So before that, I either wanted to be a comic book artist or a superhero. I either wanted to draw them, or I wanted to be one. And then when I kind of stumbled into singing. I kind of bring that to the stage; it kind of becomes a part of the character or the part of the stage persona or whatever. And I think it’s heavily influenced by my love for comic books and film and TV. So I think it all kind of went hand in hand. It is art. It’s all interconnected.”

Video game fans will recall that before Daughtry’s stint at DC Comics as a cover illustrator, he contributed to the Batman: Arkham Asylum sequel Arkham City soundtrack. On how that first collaboration came about, the multi-hyphenate musician explained that DC reached out when his band was working on their third record. “They were like, ‘Hey, we’re doing a soundtrack for the game. Do you have any unreleased songs that could work for this game?’ I had already written this song called “Drown in You” for our third record, and it didn’t really sound like anything else on the record. It was a little heavier, a little darker, and I was like, ‘Ooh, that song could work.’ But then I was like, ‘Oh, the lyrics are, they might not fit.’ So when we were recording the song, I went in the vocal booth and changed the lyrics to match the vibe of the game,” and added, “That’s one that I’m shocked fans are always asking for. And we’ve never played it live, and it makes me think that we might wanna break it out in the acoustic tour.”

When asked if he considered any other songs to be brought out on the road, Daughtry shared that the younger audiences have inspired him as they’ve discovered his music over the years. “I think it is the result of seeing this younger generation latching on to this nostalgic connection to us; maybe they remember hearing us from their parents back when they were little, and now they’re like, ‘F–k yeah, Daughtry. I didn’t realize how good it was.’ And then they start digging into the CDs or the catalog and realize that, ‘I think I do want to go see them live.’ And we see them in the audience and they’re singing every word and it’s really cool to see that with singles like “Waiting for Superman”; the younger generation loves that song.”

As a dad, it’s something he’s proud to be a part of and see in his own household: “I kind of get to see it firsthand with my own kids because they’re buying CDs. And not only are they buying CDs, but they’re buying the good ones. My son, he went out and bought Core from Stone Temple Pilots and, you know, Nirvana’s Nevermind. And he’s got all these grunge records that I specifically had growing up that made me want to do what I do. And I’m seeing this generation is craving physical media again.”

The aughts rock star’s legacy, however, continues to speak to his advocacy work, which continues through the efforts of his upcoming tour, which will donate one dollar from every ticket sold to the AFSP. He looks to rock legend pioneers as motivation: “I’ve been fortunate enough to tour with so many incredible bands over the years, and one of our first tours was with Bon Jovi. I mean, how do you not look at that and go that’s 50 years in the making that’s certainly an inspiration for a career trajectory, right? To hopefully be doing this 50 years from now.”

Daughtry expressed his excitement to hit the road: “I am looking forward to it. As much as I love the high-energy rock shows, I love the sit-down, no real agenda kind of vibe and that connectivity with the crowd. The first two rows are always all about the deep cuts, which I love.” and welcomes the bigger multi-generational crowd that’s been selling out stops on the tour, is a point of pride. “To see that this new generation wants live music: they’re tired of the fake. That gives me hope for all this AI bulls–t because they don’t want anything to do with it. Yeah. They don’t want anything to do with the fake music.”

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Daughtry 20 Years Unplugged tour kicks off October 12. Find tickets to a show near you here. “There and Back Again” is available to stream now.

While some rock bands took years to get popular, others started with a bang. This is exactly what happened with the American rock band the Stooges, who released their debut single, “I Wanna Be Your Dog,” in 1969.

The song was first released on the band’s self-titled debut album before it came out as an official single. “I Wanna Be Your Dog” starts off with an intense guitar sound before moving into the song’s signature beat and unexpected lyrics. Another unique aspect of the song is that it uses sleigh bells, which isn’t an instrument you often hear in rock music.

“I Wanna Be Your Dog” includes interesting lyrics like “And now I’m ready to close my eyes/ And now I’m ready to close my mind/ And now I’m ready to feel your hand/ And lose my heart on the burning sands.” The title is repeated many times throughout the three minutes and nine seconds of the song.

As for what inspired the track, singer Iggy Pop opened up about it during an appearance on the BBC’s The Late Show in the 1990s. He said of the Stooges and the vision behind the band, “We weren’t a very empowered group of people. We were basically a kind of far-fetched group of dreamers, and our dream was to have a little rock band. A lot of people used to laugh at us.”

“We used to get pretty stoked on hash and grass,” he added, saying that they’d have conversations about “savage tribes” and similar topics that inspired their music and led to the main guitar riff of “I Wanna Be Your Dog.”

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As for the lyrics, Iggy Pop explained that he was trying to brainstorm ideas, which led him to think, “The biggest thing I knew about was God. I wasn’t that into singing about God, but then one day I thought, ‘If you turn god backwards, what would you have?’” And the song’s title was born.

Nowadays, the Stooges are known for quite a few big hits from their discography, but “I Wanna Be Your Dog” is still one of their top songs. In fact, the song is so acclaimed that it has been included in Rolling Stone‘s list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All Time,” as well as Paste magazine’s list of the “Greatest Songs of the 1960s.”

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