Lorde Is Proof That Even Pop Stars Get Burnout
Solar Power fits in with a pop moment where some superstars are pulling back and no longer striving for ubiquity.
Does It Matter If Kanye Ever Releases “Donda”?
At this stage of Kanye’s career, and on such a personal project, his enemy is not time or process, but finality itself.
What Simone Biles Did At The Olympics Is Revolutionary
The gymnast’s decision to withdraw from some of her competitions at the Tokyo Olympics shows how much talking publicly about mental health has lost its stigma.
What Winston Marshall’s Departure From Mumford & Sons Reveals About The Band’s Brand
The band’s banjoist, quit over his endorsement of controversial right-wing pundits. But Mumford & Sons has always had an unsettled relationship to traditional masculinity.
How Annual Road Trips Strengthen My Male Friendships
For eight years, I’ve been going on road trips with three of my close guy friends and it’s really deepened our relationships.
Prince Harry’s Savvy Media Pivot
His Apple TV+ show and recent media appearances are clear attempts to establish a new public image as a relatable dad in therapy.
How “Shrek” Changed Animated Movies Forever
It somehow hit the sweet spot for kids, teens, and adults — becoming a meme machine in the process.
There’s Room For Everyone In The Church Of Brandi Carlile
Six albums into her career and with a new book out, Carlile knows exactly who she is and whom she writes for.
To Convict Derek Chauvin, Prosecutors Couldn’t Tell The Truth About America
We saw the video. We know what happened.
Is This What Justin Bieber Really Wants To Do?
Bieber is back with Justice, an inconsistent album with plenty of songs that will dominate the charts. But is this what Bieber wants?
The Weeknd Was Onto Something
The Grammy ceremony Sunday night hinted at the institution’s desire to change but mostly caved to old patterns.
Why Jonah Hill’s Response To His Paparazzi Photos Is Radical
Larger men in Hollywood are expected to grin and bear constant jokes and scrutiny about their weight.
Netflix's “I Care A Lot” Isn’t The Movie It Thinks It Is
The Golden Globe–nominated film takes on guardianship fraud but becomes disturbingly nihilistic.
If Morgan Wallen’s Racism Won’t Bring A Reckoning To Country, What Will?
Country music loves a redemption story. The genre needs redeemed white men more than it wants its Black artists to be successful.
The Reality For Men With Eating Disorders
“A lot of these guys are just excessively, compulsively exercising. We sometimes have people going to the gym, I kid you not, for 10 hours a day.”
6 New TV Shows We Can’t Get Enough Of
From Netflix's Lupin to a Spanish Sex and the City — these are the new shows we're obsessed with.
Men Have Eating Disorders Too. Are You One Of Them?
We want to hear from you for an upcoming BuzzFeed News story.
Does Shawn Mendes Know Who He Is?
As a chart-topper, Shawn Mendes can’t miss. Now, he’s trying to become more than a vaguely likable pop star.
The Pro-Trump Mob Was Doing It For The ’Gram
The assault on the Capitol, and on democracy, also felt like a meme-making social media performance.
The Best Christmas Movies Of All Time
These are the films that give us all the ~holiday feels~.