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Why Joni Mitchell Wrote 'The Circle Game' for Neil Young
Joni Mitchell and Neil Young met in 1961 and became friends. It's no surprise that they influenced each other's music throughout the years.
Mitchell, 82, released her cover of The Circle Game in 1966. She revealed that she wrote it for Young, 80, who was feeling down on his birthday.
Joni Mitchell Wrote 'The Circle Game' for Neil Young After He Turned 20"The Circle Game" starts with lyrics about a child playing before time passes. The chorus reminds, "And the seasons they go round and round/And the painted ponies go up and down/We're captive on the carousel of time."
Mitchell told Broadside in 1968 that Young wasn't feeling good about becoming an adult. She wanted to paint a more positive picture of the circle of life.
"I wrote ‘Circle Game’ about a friend of mine named Neil Young, who was lamenting lost youth at 21," she said. "He decided all the groovy things to do were behind him now, he was too old to do them; suddenly he was an adult with all the responsibilities. He had been told all his life that all the things he wanted to do, they said, ‘Wait ’till you are older.’ Now he was older and he didn’t want to do those things any more."
Those responsibilities included school, then dropping out for his music career. Young wrote "Sugar Mountain," channeling his angst about the confusing stage of life, which inspired Mitchell's "The Circle Game."
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'Sugar Mountain' Inspired 'The Circle Game'Young told a live audience that "Sugar Mountain" that he wrote the song on his 20th birthday. "Oh, to live on, Sugar Mountain/With the barkers and the colored balloons/You can't be 20 on Sugar Mountain/Though you're thinking that you're leaving there too soon," he sang.
The songwriter's perspective on aging has changed since 20. He also released more songs about aging. "Old Man" from his 1972 Harvest Moon album follows a conversation between a younger and older man.
"Old man, take a look at my life, I'm a lot like you/I need someone to love me the whole day through/Ah, one look in my eyes and you can tell that's true," the younger man says. Bob Dylan and Phil Ochs influenced Young at the time. He still held Dylan in high regard in his 2005 Time interview.
"He's the master," the songwriter said. "If I'd like to be anyone, it's him. And he's a great writer, true to his music and done what he feels is the right thing to do for years and years and years. He's great. He's the one I look to."
Young's career has also continued for years. The 80-year-old singer-songwriter released an album called As Time Explodes, full of songs throughout his career, in 2025. He released a live concert film called Corduroy Plants on his website in June 2026.
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Collin Gosselin, 22, Causes a Major Stir With His Dapper New Look: 'You Look Like a Model'
Collin Gosselin is drawing widespread attention after sharing a polished new look alongside a heartfelt message that’s quickly resonating with fans online. The Jon & Kate Plus 8 alum, now 22, posted a video from an evening celebration in New York City, where his grown-up appearance and reflective caption sparked an emotional response from longtime viewers who first met him as a child on reality television. Along with the striking new photos, Gosselin’s message about resilience and finding his own path added a deeply personal layer to what fans are calling a major moment in his public journey.
The reality TV graduate was on hand to host a dinner celebrating the announcement of his upcoming memoir, In the Shadow of Eight: Surviving the Reality of My Childhood, in which he says he “revisited the hardest moments” of his life.
Collin Gosselin Celebrates New Chapter With Memoir Announcement View this post on InstagramIn addition to a sneak peek at his celebratory dinner, Gosselin shared a heartfelt message of gratitude to his supporters, writing:
“I am so grateful to celebrate this book surrounded by friends at my favorite Indian restaurant in NYC. Thank you, Farzi, for an incredible evening. And a special thank you to Chef Gaurav, who has elevated my taste for Indian food immensely. He absolutely knocked it out of the park!
@chefgauravchawla_official @farzinewyork
Here’s to In the Shadow of Eight 🥂 P.S. to all the overlooked kids; become rockstars 🎸🫶🏼”
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Fans React to Collin Gosselin’s Dapper New LookFor TV viewers who watched Collin Gosselin grow up on national television, seeing the young man go from one of eight siblings featured on the well-known reality TV show to a happy and healthy young adult feels personal - as if watching their own child or relative overcome hardship and make their own way in the world.
One emotional follower shared, “I just wanted to tell you that I'm rooting for you. Not because I know every detail of your story. But because resilience recognizes resilience. And there is something powerful about a person who keeps moving forward while carrying more than most people realize.”
Another added, “So glad to see you so happy.”
For other fans who know the 22-year-old personally, Gosselin’s happiness is a welcome sight.
“Hi Collin, this is your tutor from when you were 6! I am happy to see you so happy and thriving!! Congratulations on your upcoming book!”
Another personal friend or acquaintance added, “As your old sales teacher, it’s incredible to see what you’re doing. Keep taking risks and keep helping people. Everyone is proud of you, Collin!”
Still more noticed the child they saw grow up on TV is now a handsome adult writing. “That hairstyle suits you, you look like a model!!” and “I thought that was Orlando Bloom.”
Collin Gosselin Reflects on Estrangement and Finding His Voice View this post on InstagramSince his time on TLC’s Jon & Kate Plus 8, Collin Gosselin has continued to speak openly about his complicated family dynamics and the process of rebuilding his life in the public eye. In recent years, he has described finding his voice through writing, with his upcoming memoir offering his perspective on a childhood lived in front of cameras. With In the Shadow of Eight: Surviving the Reality of My Childhood set for release in 2026, the renewed wave of attention around his appearance and message reflects a young man stepping into a new chapter—one shaped not by the show that made him famous, but by the story he is choosing to tell for himself.
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How-to and Self-Help Book Sales Are Declining — And AI Is Partially To Blame
Back in April 2026, Publishers Weekly announced some sobering news for the book world. The sales for Self-Help and How-To adult non-fiction had dropped by 8.8% in Q1 of 2026 from the same period in 2025.
Tim Ferris, who is the author of a number of How-To books, including The 4-Hour Work Week and The 4-Hour Body, looked into the numbers in more detail. He had seen a drop, and when he started looking at the figures between 2022 and Q1 of 2026, he noticed a sharp decline during the last couple of years.
At first, the drop was just 5%, which is normal in the book world. Sales can fluctuate, and in 2023, the end of the pandemic financial crisis was starting to hit many people. However, by 2025, sales dropped by 43% compared to 2024, and in 2026, the sales had dropped by 57% compared to the first quarter of 2025.
In fact, he believes that he’ll sell roughly 80% fewer copies of his books compared to 2022. It’s a staggering loss, and he looked at all the reasons this could have happened. While the pandemic and the current change in finances have certainly affected sales in some way, he believes that AI is mostly to blame.
You see, the big drops started in 2025, when apps like ChatGPT and Gemini were starting to gain more popularity. That is continuing in 2026, and it’s simply due to the information being both free and personalized.
AI is mining the advice given in YouTube videos, podcasts, and through self-help books. It’s then taking the most important information and sharing it with people for absolutely nothing. It’s possible to put in bodyweight, lifestyles, and any injuries to create more personalized approaches to lose weight, improve a work-life balance, and even build social connections.
Despite all this, Ferris isn’t all that worried, as there are some nuances to his books that AI can’t develop.
However, what about other authors? Should others be worried? There is a growing push against AI, with multiple authors banding together to create a book that is purely a list of names. The big five publishers, among others, are working together to sue LLM companies to prevent the mining of the copyrighted works.
When it comes to fiction, the sales didn’t drop. At least, not considerably, and not likely due to AI. While romance sales did drop between Q1 of 2025 and Q2 of 2025, Publishers Weekly put that down to Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros drawing masses of attention in 2025, with nothing to counter that in 2026. Graphic novels saw an increase by 28.5%.
Ferris’ ideas about AI being the reason for the downfall in adult non-fiction book sales make sense with that in mind. And soon, AI won’t just affect books.
1965 Song, Written by a 15-Year-Old, Became One of Motown's Greatest Hits
In the mid-1960s, Stevie Wonderreleased a track that would go on to be known as one of Motown's greatest hits.
The legendary singer-songwriter released "Uptight (Everything's Alright)" on Nov. 22, 1965. At the time of the release, Wonder was just 15 years old and facing a few hurdles in his career due to him growing up and his changing voice. However, the song became a huge hit and launched him into superstardom. Enjoying a ton of commercial success, the song soared to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, where it stayed for five weeks. Elsewhere on the charts, it peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 14 on the U.K. Singles Chart.
According to reports, "Uptight (Everything's Alright)" was written under rushed conditions and in a short amount of time. Songwriter Sylvia Moy, who collaborated with Wonder on the track alongside Henry Crosby, had the lyrics ready to go, except that they hadn't been written in Braille for Wonder. Instead, she hopped into the vocal booth with him and sang the lyrics to him while he recorded them, one line at a time.
A few months after the song was presented to the world, Wonder released his album of the same name. Up-Tight Everything's Alright was the musician's fifth studio album.
Reflecting on his career during an interview with Oprah Winfrey, Wonder spoke about his creative processes and how he crafted his best-selling hits.
"I normally write the melody first. Before I play the chords, I can hear them. It's like imagining a picture before putting it on paper," he explained in 2004. "I'll usually have the basic idea of a line in a song, like "I'll be loving you always." For that song, I knew the feeling I wanted to write about. I just didn't have all the lyrics."
Wonder first entered the music industry in 1961, signing with Motown Records and earning the nickname "Little Stevie Wonder." His 1963 song, "Fingertips," made history as the then-13-year-old became the youngest solo artist to top the Billboard Hot 100.
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Eddie Murphy Reveals James Brown Told Him to Stop Cursing: 'That's the Kind of Advice I Used to Get'
Eddie Murphy might be one of the most respected names in the entertainment industry today, but even he had to learn the ropes when it came to navigating the basics of success.
Fortunately, a young Murphy received some incredibly helpful advice on rising to the forefront of the entertainment industry from none other than James Brown, who encouraged the up-and-coming comedian to avoid cursing so much in his acts.
According to a recent Instagram clip promoting Apple TV's new documentary, Number One on the Call Sheet, Murphy mentioned that Brown advised him to ease back on the foul langue early on in his career, helping secure his place in the industry for years to come.
"James Brown told me to, he asked me to. He told me I should stop cursing," Murphy recalled. "He said, 'You want to be in this business a long time? You can stop that cursing.'"
If that weren't helpful enough, Murphy said that Brown also offered him a helpful way to ensure his finances were in check, specifically when it came to saving money rather than spending or letting the "government take it."
"He said, 'Do you think you got a million dollars?'" Murphy went on to say. "I said, 'Yeah, I do.' He said, 'You ain't got a million dollars. If you do got a million dollars, you take it, you bury it in the woods."
As Brown saw it, burying the cash was the safest way to keep your finances from being seized by the government.
"I said, 'But can't the government take your land?' He said, 'But they won't know where the money is.' That's a true story. So that's the kind of advice I used to get," the breakout Saturday Night Live star remembered with a laugh. "We didn't have a lot of elders."
Look for the 'Teapot' in Tonight's Sky— It Can Lead You Straight to the Milky Way
You don't need a telescope to enjoy one of summer's most impressive celestial events. All you have to do is find a familiar-looking pattern of stars known as the Teapot—and it can point you toward the brightest section of the Milky Way.
How to Find the TeapotNestled within Sagittarius, the Teapot isn't a constellation, but rather an asterism made up of eight stars. These stars originally formed the bow and arrow of Sagittarius. Thanks to its distinctive handle, lid, and spout shapes, stargazers find the Teapot an easy guide to direct their gaze to one of the most stunning parts of our galaxy.
From July through September, the Teapot is best spotted when Sagittarius is highest above the southern horizon after sunset. If you're in the Northern Hemisphere, look low in the southern sky a couple of hours after dark, while stargazers in the Southern Hemisphere will find it higher in the sky.
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For the best view, head to a place away from bright city lights and give your eyes about 20 to 30 minutes to adjust to the darkness. Even if light pollution makes the Milky Way hard to see, the Teapot is bright enough to spot, making it an excellent starting point for a night of summer stargazing. But the viewing doesn't stop there.
The "Steam" Reveals the Milky WayPicture steam pouring from a teapot's spout. Now imagine that same 'steam' as a glowing band of the Milky Way. Because the Teapot points toward the center of our galaxy, where countless stars, nebulae, and star clusters create one of the brightest sections of the Milky Way visible from Earth, when the sky is especially dark, the Milky Way looks like steam billowing up from the spout.
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Astronomers note that while the galactic center lies roughly 30,000 light-years away and is hidden behind clouds of dust and gas, looking in that direction means you're facing the supermassive black hole Sagittarius A*, which is the heart of our home galaxy.
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Make the Most of Your Stargazing SessionIf you have a pair of binoculars or a small telescope, don't stop after finding the Teapot. The surrounding region is packed with dazzling deep-sky objects, including glowing nebulae and ancient globular star clusters that become visible under dark skies.
Even without any special equipment, the Teapot is one of the easiest and most rewarding star patterns to learn. Once you know where to look, you'll have a simple way to find the brightest, richest stretch of the Milky Way every year.
Denver's Legendary Red Rocks Amphitheater Turns 85-Years-Old
Happy birthday, Red Rocks Amphitheater. The iconic venue, set in the Rocky Mountain foothills, 15 miles outside Denver, Colorado, just turned 85. Beloved for both sound and scenery, Red Rocks has become a bucket-list venue for artists and fans alike, the kind of venue where bands record legendary live shows and concert-goers fly in from around the world for a night they won’t forget. 1.75 million people attended 236 events at Red Rocks in 2025 alone, from rock, country, and indie concerts to EDM shows, yoga classes, movie nights, and even a rave for babies.
Carlos Santana once called it “a temple, a shrine.” Kesha said it was “a dream to play Red Rocks” ahead of her sold-out June 1 show. Now Red Rocks' legendary status is inspiring copycats, with a 10,000-seat “White Rocks” outdoor concert space planned for the Texas Hill Country outside Austin.
What’s the Big Deal About Red Rocks?The eponymous red rocks themselves are around 300 million years old, and some of the first known visitors were dinosaurs, including an aquatic plesiosaur that swam in the shallow inland sea that once covered the land where Denver sits. Later, this was considered sacred ground by the Ute, Cheyenne, and Arapaho, the Indigenous tribes who called this region home before European settlers arrived.
Early performances by bandleader Pietro Satriano and opera singer Mary Garden between 1906 and 1911 helped inspire the construction of dedicated concert facilities by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s. The one-of-a-kind venue is built into a hillside between the towering sandstone formations known as Creation Rock and Ship Rock. The design, which cost $750,000 to construct, was by Denver architect Burnham Hoyt, perhaps best known for his work on the interior of Riverside Church in Morningside Heights, Manhattan.
Soprano Helen Jepson led 100 orchestra musicians and another 100 choralists in the first official performance at Red Rocks on June 15, 1941. The occasion was covered by Time magazine a week later in an article that declared, “in this enclosure, a whisper sounds clearly, and anything from one fiddle to a full band sends lush tones rolling upward.”
Red Rocks has been attracting top talent ever since, including Igor Stravinsky, The Beatles, Johnny Cash, Jimi Hendrix, John Denver, Yo-Yo Ma, and The White Stripes. The Grateful Dead played at Red Rocks over 20 times in the 1970s and 80s, a record later broken by jam band The String Cheese Incident and smashed by Widespread Panic. Bruce Springsteen played his first outdoor concert there. Jethro Tull accidentally caused the “Riot at Red Rocks” that resulted in a 5-year ban on rock acts in the 1970s.
According to the band’s autobiography U2 by U2, the band recorded its live album Under a Blood Red Sky at Red Rocks in 1983 after first seeing the venue two years earlier. Despite plunging temperatures and volatile weather, the striking visuals from the “Sunday Bloody Sunday” video helped the album go triple-platinum.
Since then, numerous bands have captured the magic at Red Rocks on film and vinyl, including Incubus, Opeth, King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, John Tesh, Stevie Nicks, Dave Matthews Band, The Moody Blues, Imagine Dragons, Depeche Mode, Neil Young, the Grateful Dead, and even comedian Steve Martin.
Planning Your Trip to Red Rocks in Morrison, ColoradoThe Red Rocks 2026 concert season includes shows by The Avett Brothers, Hilary Duff, The Strokes, Sarah McLachlan, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Wynonna Judd & Melissa Etheridge, LCD Soundsystem, Tori Amos, Goose, John Fogerty, Brandi Carlile, Lily Allen, Bleachers, and Beck. For anyone planning a trip, it’s worth noting that Red Rocks is best accessed either by car, third-party shuttles and party buses, or ride-share services like Uber and Lyft. Red Rocks isn’t in Denver proper or even the same county, which has slowed the development of public transit offerings to the venue.
A pilot program launched Memorial Day weekend, allowing riders to take the W-line train from Denver’s Union Station to the Jefferson County Government Center. From there, a shuttle is available to several locations in Morrison, Colorado, including the Red Rocks Trading Post. However, the pilot is currently only offered during daytime hours on weekends for the summer of 2026– planners envisioned it more as a way to access the hiking trails around Red Rocks and nearby Dinosaur Ridge than a way to get home from the latest Geese show.
That’s one problem that developers of the future White Rocks venue in Austin want to solve. Planned for a location 15 minutes down State Highway 71 near Bee Cave, the 10,000-seat White Rocks Amphitheater will be accompanied by a 150-room hotel and 600 residences. Hopefully, 71 acres will be enough to keep the latter away from any sound spillage from the venue.
Residents in Colorado Springs are suing the city-owned Ford Amphitheater for noise pollution and public nuisance. Opened as recently as 2024 to acclaim from industry publications like Billboard, the 8,000-seat venue has filed for noise hardship permits, but continues to receive pushback from residents in nearby apartments and neighborhoods as far as 2 miles away.
View this post on InstagramFortunately, there's no such problem at Red Rocks, where the closest neighbors are the venue's population of friendly raccoons, who have been known to join the crowd for a show or two, or even take crowd control into their own paws.
Harvey Keitel, 87, Turns Heads in Rare Outing with Distinguished White Hair
Harvey Keitel is one of the most respected actors in Hollywood, but fans are heralding him as a fashion star.
The legendary actor, 87, known for diverse roles ranging from The Piano to Reservoir Dogs, has always been known as an icon of the screen. But these days, he's getting plenty of credit for his style. Sporting white hair tucked behind his ears and a short white beard, Keitel looked dapper as can be at the Filming Italy 2026 photocall in Santa Margherita di Pula, Italy. Wearing a polo shirt and black sunglasses, Keitel gazed at the camera.
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Just last week, Keitel stepped out with his wife, Daphna Kastner, and son, Roman Keitel, at the 16th Athens Open Air Film Festival in Athens, Greece. For this fashion turn, Keitel wore black on black and finished off the outfit with Birkenstock sandals.
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What Did Keitel Say About Losing His Friend and Co-star, Michael Madsen?Last year, Keitel’s friend and Reservoir Dogs costar Michael Madsen died at age 67. The duo appeared alongside each other in director Quentin Tarantino‘s beloved 1992 film, which follows the story of a diamond heist that goes terribly wrong. In a touching statement, Keitel shared his grief and honored his friend’s memory.
“We’ve lost another great American poet,” Keitel said in a statement to the New York Post. “Farewell, my dear friend.”
The gang reunited for a screening in 2017 at the Tribeca Film Festival for the film’s 25th anniversary.
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Does Harvey Keitel Plan on Retiring?Keitel is going strong at 87. Back in 2019, the actor shared why he doesn’t feel all that interested in slowing down as he ages. In an interview with the Guardian, he opened up about the potential to step into retirement.
“Retirement? No, not really.I don’t think anyone loses their powers as they get older. As long as you’re involved and interested, then you can’t lose it,” said Keitel. “That’s how I keep being surprised. Old age is actually infused with youthful things. I eat properly, I exercise, and I don’t abuse anything. I take care of myself.”
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What Taylor Swift Song Are You, Based on Birth Date
Whether you’ve scoured the web far and wide to score the best deal on Eras tour tickets, own one of her albums on vinyl, or can’t help humming along to her latest single, it’s nearly impossible to not appreciate the force that is Taylor Swift. From her recent surprise duet with Lainey Wilson to her Knicks courtside appearance with HAIM and her latest chart-topping album The Life of a Showgirl, the mastermind songwriter and global icon continues to fascinate and mesmerize audiences the world over. One might argue that her influence is so powerful because Swift’s lyrics are so relatable. There’s pretty much a mood, narrative, or plot in one of her tracks for everyone—especially if you’re considering your birth date, which tells a story about your personality, strengths, and perspective.
Each Birth Date as a Taylor Swift SongRead on to learn which Taylor Swift track best reflects your vibe, based on the date you were born.
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Born on the 1st, 10th, 19th, or 28th: “Opalite”You were born on a date associated with the sun, the luminary that rules self-image, confidence, and purpose in astrology. Swift’s second single off of 2025’s The Life of a Showgirl, “Opalite” tells the tale of living through a dark time by “dancing through the lightning strikes” but coming out the other side to find that the “sky is opalite.” The lyrics “you had to make your own sunshine” very much resonates with your spirit, as you’re able to remain optimistic, positive, and bright even in the face of resistance and challenges. But it’s always a gift when you’re met with as much light as you supply others.
Born on the 2nd, 11th, 20th, or 29th: “The Best Day”You were born on a day that’s connected to the moon, which rules intuition, instincts, and emotions. It’s also the luminary associated with family, security, and feeling comfy and cozy with your nearest and dearest, which is exactly the vibe of this heartfelt track off of 2008’s Fearless. It’s pretty much impossible to listen to lyrics like “I have an excellent father/His strength is making me stronger/God smiles on my little brother/Inside and out he's better than I am” or “I grew up in a pretty house/And I had space to run/and I had the best days with you” and not get sentimental, in your feelings, and even a bit teary, thanks to your lunar influence.
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Born on the 3rd, 12th, 21st, or 30th: “Cruel Summer”As someone whose birth date reduces down to three, a number ruled by Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system that oversees abundance, expansion, and good fortune, you live large and tend to be compelled to go big or going home, which mirrors the vibe of this big, bold, shimmery pop smash that got a second life when Taylor made it the first full track to open her record-breaking Eras Tour. The beloved track off of 2019’s Lover is particularly up your alley because it boasts big energy sing-a-long vibes, especially to the dramatic bridge that the first part of the song builds to: “I'm drunk in the back of the car and I cried like a baby comin' home from the bar/Said, ‘I'm fine,’ but it wasn't true I don't wanna keep secrets just to keep you.”
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Born on the 4th, 13th, 22nd, or 31st: “Getaway Car”Your birth date reduces down to four, which is associated with Uranus, the planet of futuristic, innovation, electricity, and electrifying, sudden change. You adore defying what’s mainstream or expected, shocking people in unexpected ways, and often opting for a contrarian approach. That’s most definitely a theme that came up on Taylor’s 2017 album Reputation, and the track “Getaway Car” documents a rebound relationship that offered Taylor Uranian-esque rebellion. Lyrics like “It was the great escape, the prison break/The light of freedom on my face” speaks to your desire to go with your gut and strike out on your own whenever necessary.
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Born on the 5th, 14th, or 23rd: “22”Because you were born on a day that reduces down to the number five, your numerological planetary ruler is Mercury, the planet of technology, transportation, storytelling, and cerebral energy. Mercury’s influence can give you a lighthearted, curious energy and fuel your desire to live it up in the moment, no matter where you are in time or in space. That said, Taylor’s buoyant, joyful, youthful track off of 2012’s Red feels right up your alley. While you (and she!) might not still be celebrating being 22, you can probably relate to her proposal to have “breakfast at midnight” and to feel “happy, free, confused, and lonely at the same time.” And as mercurial as you are, you can relate to the duality of a given moment in life being both “miserable and magical.”
Born on the 6th, 15th, or 24th: “Style”If you came into the world on one of these dates, you were born with the influence of Venus, the planet of romance, pleasure, art, and music. You love a good love song, especially one that’s equal parts sensual, sweet, effervescent, and perhaps even a bit moody, which describes one of the most adored singles off of 1989, which came out in 2014. And as beauty-loving as you are, you probably also can’t resist lyrics like “You got that James Dean daydream look in your eye/ And I got that red lip classic thing that you like/And when we go crashing down, we come back every time/'Cause we never go out of style.” The subtle ‘80s sound—and ‘80s-esque music video—is also a catchy retro vibe you can get behind.
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Born on the 7th, 16th, or 25th: “Karma”Your mystical, dreamy, even slightly psychic point of view is informed by the fact that your birth date reduces down to seven, a number aligned with Neptune, the planet named for the God of the Sea that oversees illusion and spirituality. You’re an artist, a poet, a dreamer, and someone who likely self-identifies as at least a little bit “woo-woo,” which fits the themes and message of “Karma” off of 2022’s Midnights. Taylor’s assertion that “Karma is a god/Karma is the breeze in my hair on the weekend/Karma's a relaxing thought…Sweet like honey, karma is a cat/Purring in my lap 'cause it loves me” is something you can innately understand and relate to.
Born on the 8th, 17th, or 26th: “Long Live”Because you were born on a date that reduces down to the number eight, you’re hardworking, industrious, wise, and mature, thanks to this number being associated with Saturn, the taskmaster planet. The last track on 2010’s Speak Now, “Long Live” is a walk down memory lane in which Taylor celebrates highlights from her career and her fans who the song serves as an ode to. While you’re quite self-sufficient and capable of putting your nose to the grindstone to make the professional strides you aspire to make, you also care deeply about your nearest and dearest and will take every chance you can to sing their praises, just as Taylor does in this track.
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Born on the 9th, 18th, or 27th: “Red”If your birth date reduces down to nine, you’re driven, fiery, competitive, and bold, as you were born on a day associated with Mars, the planet of energy, sex, and action. While it may be a bit on the nose (given that Mars is crimson-hued), the title track off of Taylor’s 2012 hit album Red is very much your vibe, as it tells the story of a passionate, fast-and-furious relationship that felt scarlet to the pop star. Opening with the lyrics “loving him is like driving a new Maserati down a dead-end street/Faster than the wind, passionate as sin, ending so suddenly,” the intensity of the affair (widely thought to be with actor Jake Gyllenhaal) described in “Red” is at a level you can imagine experiencing because it’s reflective of how you move through the world.
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P.F. Chang's New 'Summer in Tokyo' Menu Turns Dinner Into an Event
Dinner isn't just dinner anymore. At least not at P.F. Chang's this summer.
Restaurants have increasingly leaned into experiences that extend beyond the food itself, from tableside cocktails and flaming desserts to over-the-top presentations designed to spark conversation—and maybe even a few social media posts. P.F. Chang's is embracing that trend with its new Summer in Tokyo, a limited-time dining experience inspired by the energy and flavors of Japan's capital city.
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While the seasonal menu introduces new sushi rolls, Japanese-inspired entrées, cocktails, and hand rolls, the undeniable centerpiece is a dramatic Sushi Boat Experience that arrives tableside surrounded by a billowing cloud of dry ice. It's equal parts dinner and theater, transforming a meal into a moment guests are almost guaranteed to photograph before picking up their chopsticks.
The limited-time menu is available from June 25 through September 15 and was created with sharing in mind, making it a natural fit for birthdays, celebrations, and summer get-togethers. From the theatrical Sushi Boat presentation to new chef-crafted dishes inspired by Tokyo's vibrant food scene, here's what diners can expect from P.F. Chang's newest seasonal experience.
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P.F. Chang's isn't shy about what it wants guests talking about this summer.
The restaurant's new Sushi Boat Experience is unlike anything the chain has offered before. Amidst the dry ice fog, the presentation immediately transforms the whole table into part of the experience. It's the kind of over-the-top presentation that commonly earns social media views—and that's exactly the point.
The launch is also getting a little star power. To introduce the new experience, P.F. Chang's partnered with Captain Sandy Yawn and Aesha Scott, the fan-favorite stars of Bravo's Below Deck Mediterranean, who showcase the Sushi Boat in promotional content celebrating the menu's debut.
View this post on InstagramDesigned for sharing, each Sushi Boat includes chilled edamame, one California Roll, one Shrimp Tempura Roll, and a choice of two additional specialty rolls from Spicy Tuna, Dynamite Shrimp, or Kung Pao. The idea isn't simply to order sushi—it's to create a shared experience that encourages everyone at the table to sample something different.
P.F. Chang's CEO Jim Mazany said in a statement that the goal was to create moments guests "can't wait to talk about, photograph and share," and the dramatic presentation makes it easy to see why.
There's Plenty More Beyond the BoatCourtesy P.F. Chang's
While the Sushi Boat steals the spotlight, the rest of the Summer in Tokyo menu gives diners plenty of reasons to linger.
New sushi offerings include California, Spicy Tuna, and Shrimp Tempura hand rolls alongside specialty creations like the Japanese Philly Roll, Tiger Roll, and Smoking Kung Pao Dragon Roll. Guests looking for heartier fare can also order dishes such as NY Prime Strip Steak Tataki, Oolong Chilean Sea Bass, Lobster & Prawn Fried Rice, and Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice.
To round out the experience, P.F. Chang's also introduced seasonal beverages, including the Paper Crane cocktail and Sapporo Lager, giving diners plenty of pairing options whether they're sharing sushi or ordering one of the larger entrées.
Why Experiential Dining Keeps WinningCourtesy P.F. Chang's
The Summer in Tokyo menu reflects a broader trend happening throughout the restaurant industry. Diners increasingly want meals that feel memorable, whether that's through tableside presentations, interactive dishes, or shareable moments that continue long after the check arrives.
P.F. Chang's built its seasonal promotion around exactly that idea. Rather than simply introducing a handful of new menu items, the chain created an experience designed to spark conversation from the moment the Sushi Boat arrives until the last roll disappears. That philosophy extends beyond the restaurant as well. In addition to the tableside presentation, P.F. Chang's enlisted Below Deck Mediterranean stars Captain Sandy Yawn and Aesha Scott to help bring the campaign to social media, reinforcing the idea that Summer in Tokyo is meant to be shared both around the table and online.
Whether guests come for the dramatic Sushi Boat, the Tokyo-inspired menu, or simply an excuse to gather with friends, the seasonal promotion makes one thing clear: this summer, P.F. Chang's wants dinner to feel like an event—not just another night out.
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Owala’s Popular Movie-Themed Water Bottle Is a Rare $28 During Amazon Prime Day, and It 'Keeps Drinks Cold Forever'
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It’s always important to stay hydrated, especially in the summer heat. If you need a trusty water bottle that you can practically tote around wherever the day takes you, look no further than Owala products. This TikTok-viral brand is renowned for its trendy bottles and tumblers that combine functionality and style. During the last day of Amazon’s Prime Day event, you can get your hands on this Owala FreeSip Water Bottle on sale for 20% off.
This is a deal you don’t want to miss. Normally retailing for $35, this rarely discounted Owala water bottle is now marked down to $28 in 12 movie designs, including Disney princess, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Marvel styles. While this deal is only available for Amazon Prime members, you can start a free 30-day trial if you don’t have a membership.
Owala FreeSip Water Bottle, From $28 (was $35) at Amazon Shop at AmazonThis 24-ounce water bottle is practicality at its finest. Made of stainless steel with double-walled insulation, this bottle is able to keep beverages cold for up to 24 hours, ensuring that every sip of water is as refreshing as the last. Shoppers confirmed this, and many even noted that this bottle has kept their water cold for up to 36 hours. Reviewers also mentioned that the ice in their water bottle stayed solid for over a day.
Designed for convenience, this bottle is equipped with a clever dual-spout, allowing you to drink out of it two different ways. It offers all the benefits of a classic tumbler, without the exposed straw. Instead, it has a built-in concealed straw that you can sip from the front end of the spout. Alternatively, you can tilt this bottle back and chug it from the open part of the spout.
To keep the spout clean, this bottle is equipped with a push-to-open lid. The lid is leakproof, giving you peace of mind if you toss it in a bag or throw it on the couch. It has a carry loop so you can comfortably dangle it from your hand or finger as you walk around or if your hands are full. The loop also acts as a lock, preventing the lid from opening in your bag.
Owala FreeSip Water Bottle, From $28 (was $35) at Amazon Shop at Amazon“It’s the perfect bottle for travel and everyday life,” one reviewer raved. “The color scheme is gorgeous, bright, and fun.” Another shopper mentioned that it “keeps drinks cold forever” and said that it “totally lives up to the hype.”
Thanks to the wide opening, you can add ice cubes to your water and fit your hand inside to easily wash it. As a bonus, the lid is dishwasher-safe, so you can pop it into the machine for a thorough clean.
If you’re a Harry Potter fan, you can choose between a Gryffindor, a Hufflepuff, a Slytherin, and a Ravenclaw design. For classic Disney fans, this water bottle comes in Ariel, Cinderella, Tiana, and Moana styles. You can also choose from Marvel and Star Wars characters, including the Hulk, Spiderman, the Mandalorian, and a Stormtrooper. This bottle is also available in eight other styles that are currently at full price. You can also get a 32-ounce version at full price, which comes in Wicked and Star Wars styles.
These bottles feature their character’s or theme’s respective color and have a subtle symbol that represents their character. They also come with stickers that you can decorate the exterior with!
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Whether you’re on an intense hike or lounging on the beach, the Owala FreeSip Water Bottle will meet all your hydration needs this summer. Head to Amazon and snag it now while it’s still on sale for $28 during the last few hours of Prime Day. Don’t forget to start your free 30-day Prime membership trial if you’re not a member to score this bottle at such a rare price!
Amazon's 'Magical' Solar Wind Chimes Start at Just $8 in This Last-Minute Prime Day Sale
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Now that spring is in full swing and summer isn't far off, refreshing your outdoor space can make a big difference in how it feels day to day. You don’t need to invest in all new furniture to create a cozy setup, either. Sometimes, smaller decorative touches can completely shift the vibe. Solar-powered light-up wind chimes are a great example, adding both soft lighting and a bit of movement to your space.
One especially charming option is the Winzwon Solar Light Outdoor Wind Chimes. Right now, this bestseller is on sale for between $8 and $13 depending on the style. It’s an easy and affordable way to elevate your patio, balcony, or garden without breaking the bank.
Winzwon Solar Light Outdoor Wind Chimes, From $8 at Amazon Shop at AmazonThe chimes measure about 20 inches long and 5 inches wide, making them noticeable without feeling bulky. They come in 8 different designs, including butterflies, hummingbirds, leaves, dragonflies, and moon and stars, so you can pick one that fits your aesthetic. The cheapest option is currently the chic black wind chime.
They’re designed to be low maintenance and easy to use. Just switch them on once, and they’ll charge during the day using sunlight. At night, they automatically light up, creating a soft glow. Charging typically takes 6 to 8 hours, and they’ll stay illuminated for about the same amount of time after dark.
The materials include a mix of metal and durable plastic built to handle outdoor conditions. They’re waterproof and designed to withstand rain and wind, so you can leave them outside without worrying about damage. They also come with two hook styles, making it easy to hang them from trees or fences.
These wind chimes aren’t just decorative; they also make thoughtful gifts for birthdays, graduations, and any other special occasion. They come packaged in a gift-ready box, and there are even non-light-up versions available specifically geared toward gifting for moms or grandmothers.
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One shopper raved: “They make the yard feel cozy and inviting. The solar feature is a huge plus — no batteries or cords to worry about — and they’ve held up perfectly through rain and wind.”
Another described the wind chimes as “beautiful,” “magical,” and “absolutely stunning,” writing, “The colors are vibrant and shift smoothly, creating a peaceful glow in my yard.”
Whether you’re updating your own outdoor setup or looking for a small but thoughtful gift, the Winzwon Solar Light Outdoor Wind Chimes are a fun and eye-catching choice. And with Amazon’s current discount bringing the price as low as $10, it’s a great time to pick one up or grab a few for loved ones.
Will Ferrell Credits Molly Shannon for 'Saving' 'SNL' in the 1990s: 'I Hadn't Heard Laughter Like This'
Will Ferrell might remain among the most famous cast members in SNL history, but the fan-favorite comedian isn't shying away from acknowledging the talent of fellow '90s castmate Molly Shannon.
Appearing during the dedication ceremony to Shannon's new star on the Walk of Fame, the 58-year-old Ferrell spoke about how important Shannon's comedic capabilities were in securing SNL's, essentially "saving" the show from potential cancelation (via People magazine).
Opening his speech, Ferrell transported audience attendees back to the mid 1990s.
"The date is October 28, 1995," Ferrell said. "It is the fourth episode of the 1995-96 season of SNL. We are a brand new cast. It's only our fourth show. No one knows us, or if we're any good, or if anyone even likes the show anymore."
"It's coming out of a low ebb. 'Saturday Night Dead' were some of the headlines. We kind of don't know," the Anchorman star continued. "We're just out there throwing things up to see what's going to happen. But that night, the host is Gabriel Byrne. And that's the first time we get to see Mary Katherine Gallagher."
As longtime viewers are sure to remember, Mary Katherine Gallagher was Shannon's infamously off-beat teenager: a shy, accident-prone, cringe-inducing young woman with dreams of becoming a "superstar" in spite of her socially awkward personality.
"As I was changing, I'm hearing Molly perform the character and I'm hearing, and I'm feeling the stands shake with laughter," Ferrell said. "To the point where I thought, 'Oh my God, I haven't heard laughter like this so far, in the three shows we've done.' And it hit me. It was such an emotional moment because I remember, thinking, 'Oh. We're going to be okay.' That Molly has saved us, like, at least we have one funny character that will drive."
"The character was funny, was real. It was dark in moments. It was an outsider who dreamed, which I think is what you bring to so much of your work," the actor continued, turning his attention to Shannon. "It was in that moment, I'll never forget, but it literally was a catalyst for us to continue on. And it was a catalyst for you, and you've gone on to have and continue to have the most amazing career and everything you do."
'70s Rock Icon Announces New Album 59 Years After Beginning Career
Nearly six decades after launching her career, Ann Wilson is still finding new musical ground to explore.
The legendary Heart vocalist has announcedConsecrated Ground, a new collaborative album with psych-rock outfit Tripsitter. The record arrives Aug. 14 and is led by the newly released single, "I Will Not Be Coming Back," marking Wilson's latest chapter as she continues creating new music 59 years after first stepping onto the stage as a teenager.
Consecrated Ground blends heavy rock, psychedelia, blues and deeply personal storytelling while pairing Wilson's unmistakable voice with Tripsitter's expansive musicianship.
"The band is small and tight, and fiery, and that’s the way I like it," Wilson said in a 2024 interview. "I like it to be not cluttered, so the voice can sit on top and you can hear the words and you can actually understand what’s being said."
In that fashion, the new single introduces themes of liberation, transformation and self-determination, signaling another stylistic evolution for one of rock's most celebrated singers.
The announcement comes during an especially active period for Wilson.
Earlier this year, she returned to the road with Heart's acclaimed Royal Flush Tour following her recovery from cancer. She has also expanded her creative output beyond music through her podcast After Dinner Thinks, while a new documentary, In My Voice, is also in the works.
"This film is my story in my own words, told the way I've always wanted to tell it," Wilson told Louder. "It's about finding my voice, keeping it alive, and sharing the journey with the people who've been part of it all along."
For the first time, the documentary gave fans the opportunity to dive deeper into Wilson's story outside of the band made her a household name.
"I believe that in my career and in my life, people have a really hard time separating me from Heart, and you know, you can’t blame them," Wilson told Rolling Stone. "It's been my life's work. But this is an opportunity for them to know me apart from Heart, apart from music, even — just the things that have happened to me and the journeys I've been through now as an older woman."
Wilson first began performing professionally in the late 1960s before rising to international fame with Heart in the 1970s. Alongside sister Nancy Wilson, she helped break barriers for women in hard rock with classics including "Magic Man," "Crazy on You," "Barracuda," "Alone" and "These Dreams." Over the decades, Heart has sold more than 35 million albums worldwide and earned induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2013.
While Heart remains her best-known project, Wilson has continued to pursue solo work throughout her career, embracing collaborations that allow her to explore new musical directions. Her partnership with Tripsitter has already produced multiple releases, with the band's chemistry giving Wilson a fresh creative outlet while showcasing the powerhouse voice that has defined generations of rock fans.
With Consecrated Ground, Wilson is proving that artistic curiosity has never been confined to one era. Nearly 60 years after beginning her career, the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer continues to push forward, demonstrating that one of rock’s most iconic voices is still writing the next chapter of an extraordinary legacy.
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Michelle Pfeiffer Reveals Why She Felt 'Humiliated' After Her 'Grease 2' Audition
Michelle Pfeiffer is looking back at how she got the role of Stephanie Zinone in Grease 2. She reveals that the auditioning process left her feeling less than ideal for the role and "really embarrassed."
Grease 2 was the standalone sequel to John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John's 1978 musical classic. Four decades after the film was released in June 1982, Pfeiffer reveals she didn't expect to get the role of Stephanie, and with no real dancing or singing experience, her audition wasn't smooth sailing.
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, she said she had "zero expectations" and remembers her agent sending her to the audition just to get some experience. After all, Grease 2 became the actor's first leading role of her career after appearing in minor TV and film roles in the 1970s.
"It was such a cattle call — there were actors and dancers and singers everywhere hanging out, coming in and out auditioning, and there were very thin walls. All the other actors waiting to go in could hear your reading, could hear your singing," she explained. "I was not a singer. I was taking voice classes to really improve my stage voice at the recommendation of my acting coach. And I certainly was not a dancer."
With her singing capabilities not well-developed, Pfeiffer still had to prove she could dance the part. Sadly, Pfeiffer wasn't an expert in that department either and recalls how it was just like the movies. Actors would form lines, with each set dancing the part before moving on to the next group.
"I kept moving further to the back, so I ended up in the very last line and stumbled my way through because I couldn't remember the choreography," Pfeiffer said. "I left with my tail between my legs, feeling so humiliated."
Despite the blunders, Pfeiffer still made an impression and remembers Pat Birch's assistant running after her across the Paramount lot. While the actor was utterly embarrassed, she was informed to come back the next day. While Grease 2 wasn't a blockbuster hit like the original, Pfeiffer admits that it's a favorite among a "certain generation," with many recalling her standout performance in the song "Cool Rider."
Bunnie Xo Compares Jelly Roll Divorce To Being Freed From Jail
Bunnie Xo has compared her marriage to estranged husband Jelly Roll to prison.
In a new clip from her Dumb Blonde podcast, the 46-year-old bombshell joked that she had just left a "10-year bid."
Entertainment Weekly reports that singer Jelly Roll filed for divorce in Williamson County, Tenn., on May 18, citing irreconcilable differences. The split shocked many as the couple had appeared to be a close unit until the announcement.
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On the recent podcast, Bunnie Xo explained that she has been receiving a lot of DMs since splitting from her husband. She read out one eye-catching proposal.
“Hey, pretty lady, I'm about to get out of prison on a 10-year bid next year," she read. "Please let me go out and have a time with you. That's all I ask. I promise it will be worth it. Hit me back.”
“So listen. I don't mind that the dude's in prison," Bunnie, whose real name is Alisa Andrea DeFord, quipped. “What I don't like is he said, 'let me go out and have a time with you.'"
She added: "So you're just expecting me to put out on this first date. Which…”
“I mean after 10 years he might need it," her co-host Meme Shahan joked.
"I just got out of a 10-year bid too b------, what are we talking about," she added.
Bunnie has also said that she is encouraging women to jump into her exes' DMs and stay out of her own. "First of all, shout-out to all the women. I told so many girls to go in J's DMs, which you know, have at it. Good luck with that," she said during Friday's episode of her podcast.
"And if they did message J, they copy and paste or screenshot the message that they sent him. And I'm just like, 'No, all of you girls are just so f--king sweet. Like, thank you so much. I love you guys.' But they're just like pouring into me and they're like just everybody's just like, 'Dude, I don't want to be in his DMs. I want to be in yours,'" she added.
Bunnie Xo and Jelly Roll met in 2015 backstage at a Las Vegas show and wed in August 2016.
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Disney Makes Major Update to Pirates of the Caribbean – But Fans Are Less Than Thrilled with Final Results: 'I Hate It'
Disney has always sporadically updated its rides to reflect the increasingly high demand of its guests, ensuring that no single attraction ever falls outdated when compared to newer rides being installed at the company's iconic theme parks.
More recently, Disney shared a first look at a new change it's currently installing inside its historic Pirates of the Caribbean, the legendary water-based ride that takes visitors on an adventure-filled journey to the Caribbean during the Golden Age of Piracy.
In particular, the company will officially be replacing a long-standing skeletal pirate seen in the beginning of the ride with a new Audio-Animatronic figure that relies on both mechanical movement and projection mapping facial expressions.
As seen from a first look at the new update, the figure in question is shown alternating back and forth between its iconic skeletal appearance and a fully-rendered digital face. Once the wide-eyed pirate picks up a piece of cursed Aztec treasure, he transforms into the frightening skeletal form, reminiscent of the transformation the villainous crew of the Black Pearl experience in 2001's Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.
As imaginative as the new changes might be, many fans shared their disappointment at the update on social media, believing the change disrupted the overall progression of the ride's narrative.
"I fear this doesn't match the vibes of the scene nor the attraction as a whole," one user commented on Instagram. "It's a very neat effect, but it should not be on this ride."
"The static skeleton is timeless and really didn't need to be changed," another fan wrote. "This looks hammy and something out of the early 2000s."
Other fans were even more blunt in their assessment of the change, with one account writing, "You just crushed my soul, Disney, by ruining my favorite ride. Change it back."
1992 Classic Rock Hit, That Took Almost 10 Years To Create, Had a $1.5 Million Video
Hearing that a music video would cost $1.5 million back in 1991 was wild, and yet “November Rain” by Guns N’ Roses hit that amount.
The video, which would become Part 1 of an unofficial trilogy, became one of the most expensive music videos at the time. Yet, the record label, Geffen Records, didn’t bat an eyelid when it came to creating it.
By this point in time, Guns N’ Roses had made the record label millions. With more than 500,000 copies of the albums “Use Your Illusion I” and “Use Your Illusion II,” which were released simultaneously in 1991, in the first two hours of release, the idea of creating a million-dollar video wasn’t all that wild. In the end, those two albums would go on to sell more than 35 million copies worldwide, so of course, Geffen was going to back the band with any of Axl Rose’s wild ideas.
This was also at a time when music videos were still highlights of record releases. Creating cinematic experiences was a high priority for bands and record labels.
The budget for the video went toward building a custom, makeshift church. That was just for Slash’s iconic guitar solo, which is still considered one of the best guitar solos of all time. That build cost $150,000 on its own.
Then there was the full symphony orchestra, the theater, and 1,500 background extras, and the extra camera crew and helicopters to get the job done. It would go on to be the start of a trilogy of videos, although by the time of the third video, the plan had to shift a little due to a break-up, and so Rose ended up swimming with dolphins.
It took a long time to get to the point of the music video, though! Rose worked on “November Rain” for eight to nine years before he was ready to release it to the world.
Guitarist Tracii Guns once shared that Rose had been working on the melody for the track from 1983, and Guns stated, “Way back then. It was the only thing he knew how to play, but it was his. He’d go, ‘Someday this song is gonna be really cool,’ and I’d go, ‘It’s cool now.’ ‘But it’s not done,’ you know, he used to say. And, like, anytime we’d be at a hotel or anywhere, there’d be a piano; he’d just kinda play that music. And I’d go, ‘When are you gonna finish that already’, you know? And he’d go, ‘I don’t know what to do with it. I need Moody’s help.’”
The demo itself clocked in at 18 minutes when it was first created, and Rose brought it to the band in 1986. However, he wouldn’t compromise on the full orchestra, so because of that and “Sweet Child O’ Mine” already being on the album for “Appetite for Destruction,” it wasn’t included. Rose wanted the perfect track, and so, it had to wait until 1991, when it was include on “Use Your Illusion I” and then released as a single in 1992.
Why C-Drama Fans Are Excited for Song Weilong's 'Love for You'
If you jumped on the Pursuit of Jade and Zhang Linghe bandwagon over the last few months and are looking for your next CDrama binge, look no further. Not only is there a new Zhang Linghe series set to premiere, but another series from an equally "It" CDrama hottie, Shine on Me's Song Weilong is rumored to premiere within days of Zhang's new series, Overdo. Both are period pieces set in different eras — Overdo is set in the Chinese Republic era of the 1920s and 30s while Song's Love for You is set in the more modern day era of the 1990s.
Let's take a look at what we know so far about Love for You.
What is Love for You about?Love for You is a romance that spans across a couple decades. Think of it as an Asian version of The Notebook. In Love for You, Chen Yi (Song Weilong) and Miao Jing (Zhang Jingyi) meet as kids. At first, it's a typical boy-girl, love-hate dynamic but after Chen Yi is injured and Miao Jing cares for him, things start to change. Unfortunately, tragedy strikes and both children are left without their main parent, leaving them to depend on one another for survival.
It's only during their college years that Miao Jing confesses her feelings for Chen Yi. After he becomes a key witness in an arson case, he sends her away in a bid to keep her safe. When they reunite years later, he now owns a billiards hall in town and she is now an auditor. Unfortunately, the company she works for is owned by a man who seems to have been involved in the arson case Chen Yi was a witness to years before.
Is Love for You based on other material?Yes. Love for You is based on the novel, Ye Gou Gu Tou (野狗骨头) by the author Xiu Tu Cheng. The title translates to "Wild Dog Bones." In relation to the characters in the book, Chen Yi is the dog and Miao Jing is the bone.
Who stars in Love for You? Song Weilong in Love for YouMango TV
Song WeilongSong Weilong recently won the People's Choice Award in the Male Category for his lead role in Shine on Me. The awards show, which recognizes leaders in digital and streaming content, is held yearly in Busan, South Korea. Song melted the nation's heart when he accepted his award not only in Chinese, but also in Korean.
Zhang Jingyi in Love for YouMango TV
Zhang JingyiZhang is best known for her roles in Fall in Love, Blossoms in Adversity, and Lighter and the Princess, the latter role launching her to global recognition as the female lead in this coming-of-age romance opposite Arthur Chen.
When does Love for You premiere?Love for You has a rumored international premiere date of Sunday, July 5, 2026, but check back here for updates.
How do I watch Love for You with English subtitles?Love for You will be available to stream in the US on Rakuten Viki and Mango TV. English subtitles and other languages are also available on both platforms.
How many episodes are there in Love for You?There are 32 episodes in the Love for You series.
Is there a trailer for Love for You?Yes, check out the official trailer here or take a look below.
Check out images from Love for YouTake a look at some select images from Lover for You in the gallery below.
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Song Weilong and Zhang Jingyi in Love for YouMango TV
Song Weilong and Zhang Jingyi in Love for YouMango TV
Song Weilong and Zhang Jingyi in Love for YouMango TV
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Song Weilong and Zhang Jingyi in Love for YouMango TV
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Alison Arngrim Reflects on Why 'Little House on the Prairie' Was 'Like Therapy' for Michael Landon
Alison Arngrim, who rose to stardom as Nellie Oleson on Little House on the Prairie, is opening up about why the show was so personal for Michael Landon.
Known for her snobby attitude and barrel curls, Nellie made life hard for our favorite girl, sweet Laura Ingalls. But behind the scenes, Arngrim got to see how the show was "like therapy" for Landon, who played Charles “Pa” Ingalls.
"This show was so personal for him. Little House on the Prairie, the show was personal for him," Arngrim, 64, said in a recent episode of Little House on the Prairie 50th Anniversary Pod. "There's endless episodes and endless moments where Michael is like, as I said, it was therapy. He'd find a way to get paid to go to therapy. He was working out endless personal issues and childhood conflicts."
"And he was just working them all out in front of all of America," Arngrim continued. "And it was brilliant. And it worked."
Check out Arngrim's interview below:
Arngrim also added that the show served as a reflection of what Landon was going through in adulthood, as well.
“Michael Landon himself, his home life was not happy,” Arngrim said, PEOPLE reported. “He had a miserable childhood, and he talked openly about how difficult his parents were. He was looking for the kind of real family, real love, and connection that the show exemplified.”
What Does Arngrim Say About Michael Landon in Her Book?Photo by Bettmann on Getty Images
In her fascinating book, Confessions of a Prairie Bitch: How I Survived Nellie Oleson and Learned to Love Being Hated, Arngrim opened up about working on the set of the beloved frontier show. She also discussed how Landon was both a respectful and stern boss to the many child actors who filled the set.
“He respected me,” Arngrim wrote. “Respect is something very hard to come by for child actors. They are often treated as dumb animals or props, objects to be moved about in service of the plot or the other actors.”
View this post on Instagram What is Alison Arngrim Up to These Days?Arngrim has parlayed her experience into a one-woman show, appropriately titled Confessions of a Prairie Bitch. In a recent interview with the Chicago Sun-Times, she explained why people are so eager for her to resurrect the iconic character.
“It started because Nellie and Mrs. Oleson (her mom on the show) are high camp,” Arngrim said. “You cannot get campier than Mrs. Oleson.” Now that’s the truth!
For a delicious moment of that Little House campiness, here’s one of the show’s best moments:
When Does the New Little House on the Prairie Premiere?The Little House on the Prairie reboot premieres on Netflix on July 9, 2026. The show stars Elvis actor Luke Bracey as Charles “Pa” Ingalls, Alice Halsey as Laura, and Skywalker Hughes as Mary.
“Part hopeful family drama, part epic survival tale, and part origin story of the American West, this fresh adaptation of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s iconic semi-autobiographical Little House books offers a kaleidoscopic view of the struggles and triumphs of those who shaped the frontier,” the Netflix synopsis reads.
Check out the official teaser trailer below:
