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The Linda Lindas release single “Oh!” with energetic new visual–watch

Los Angeles riot grrrl band the Linda Lindas have completely solidified their place as one of the most unstoppable up-and-coming artists. Now, they have released long-awaited new material in the form of the single, “Oh!” Along with the track comes a high-energy, color-coded music video featuring the skateboarder, photographer and musician Ray Barbee. Read more: […]

41 women empowerment anthems that should be played as loud as possible

With Women’s History Month coming to a close today, it’s vital to carry these messages of intersectional feminism and empowerment throughout every day to come. These musicians aren’t only wonderful leaders in the music industry spanning over decades—they’re using their platform to spread messages of self-love and growth as well as sharing stories of hardship […]

Here's every riot grrrl reference you might've missed in Netflix's 'Moxie'

Amy Poehler’s Moxie is an impeccable homage to the riot grrrls of the ’90s and features numerous Easter eggs that highlight the importance of the women-led feminist punk movement. From Bikini Kill to Tacocat, the film is filled with iconic tracks, images and merch that defined an era of revolution. Moxie follows Vivian (Hadley Robinson) […]

10 essential alternative '90s bands fronted by women you should know

The ’90s were chock-full of absolute icons, and no, we’re not referring to the Princess Diana Beanie Baby or JNCO jeans when we say that. From Nirvana to *NSYNC, pop and grunge ruled the airwaves. However, it seems like some women-fronted acts don’t get nearly enough credit for all of their contributions to the music […]

Chadwick Boseman and Trent Reznor among 2021 Golden Globes winners

Sunday, Feb. 28 was the 2021 Golden Globes and quite a few familiar faces went home with awards. Nine Inch Nails‘ Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross took home an award for the Disney film Soul. Meanwhile, Chadwick Boseman won a posthumous Golden Globe for his moving performance in Netflix‘s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. As well, the […]

10 Netflix movies to put at the top of your watch list in 2021

As if we didn’t already have a Netflix problem, the streaming giant announced at the beginning of the year that it would be releasing 70 new films in 2021.  So it’s safe to say we’re going to have a lot of movie nights this year.  Read more: Gal Gadot defends decision to debut ‘Wonder Woman […]

These 10 memes perfectly sum up the 2020 election

Well, folks, it has been one hell of an election week, right? The U.S. and the world all reacted to the news that Joe Biden and Kamala Harris secured enough votes from the Electoral College for a presidential win. Biden and Harris experienced a historic win. The president-elect is the oldest person to hold the […]

QUIZ: Which ‘Mean Girls’ character are you?

With Mean Girls Day right around the corner on Oct. 3, it’s time to find out the answer you’ve been waiting for since the movie first opened in 2004—which character from this addictively quotable teen movie are you most like?  From Lindsay Lohan‘s new girl Cady Heron to the Plastics queen Regina George herself and […]

Chris Pratt says he's down for a 'Parks & Rec' revival

Though Parks & Recreation aired its final episode 3 years, 3 months and 24 days ago (not that we’re counting), Chris Pratt has said that he “knows [he] would do” a revival if the opportunity arose. Read more: Tom Holland spoiled ‘Jurassic World 2’ plot for Chris Pratt The comedy show ran for seven seasons […]

'Parks And Recreation' alums reunite for new show

[Photo by: Making It/YouTube] Leslie Knope and Ron Swanson—er, Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman—are reuniting once again for a new NBC show. Read more: Jenna Fischer would return as Pam on ‘The Office’—under one condition The Parks And Recreation alums will be hosting the new show Making It, which will feature creatives doing just that—making things! “I like people who make things,” Poehler says. “And […]

Comedy Central greenlights web series 'Broad City'

The popular web series Broad City will make its television debut next year on Comedy Central. Today the cable channel announced it ordered 10 episodes of the scripted comedy starring Abbi Jacobson and Ilana Glazer. The show about two friends navigating life in New York,  gained praise and fans, including Amy Poehler who will produced the new television series. […]

Golden Globes: Argo wins Best Motion Picture, Les Miserables takes home three Globes

-By now you've probably heard about last night's big winners at the 70th Annual Golden Globes. The night was full of surprises (Argo winning Best Motion Picture, Drama), non-surprises (Homeland took home three awards) and moments people are still talking about (Jodie Foster). Here's a quick recap of last night's festivities, along with the full list […]

Tina Fey, Amy Poehler to host the Golden Globes

Move over Ricky Gervais: the ladies are taking over. The Hollywood Foreign Press Association announced today that Amy Poehler and Tina Fey will host the 70th Golden Globes. The Saturday Night Live alums and comedy darlings are taking the reins from the sometimes-loved and often-controversial Ricky Gervais who hosted the award show for the past […]