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Becoming an astronaut was a no-brainer for Kellie Gerardi, who was born in Jupiter … Florida, that is. “I’ve always been fascinated with space, but I definitely think growing up in Jupiter with a view of the Space Coast gave me invaluable exposure to human spaceflight,” said Gerardi. “I quite literally had front-row seats to the final ...Read more

Growing up, Bobby Bare Jr. was accustomed to hitting the road with his musician parents – country artist Bobby Bare Sr. and singer Jeannie Bare. “Me and my family had a family show for a while,” said the 58-year-old singer-songwriter-guitarist for Guided by Voices. “[When] we went to Miami, we had a police escort to our show. It was ...Read more

For singer-songwriter Stephanie Sammons, childhood trips with her family are standout memories. “Colorado camping and hiking with my family [was] a trip that sparked my love of the Rocky Mountains,” said the Dallas-based musician. “I was about 10 years old on this trip when I first saw the Rocky Mountains. I remember they were so majestic ...Read more

With her debut record, “The Abysmal EP,” indie artist Hannah Bahng showcases the kind of lyrical maturity that belies her youth. Her ethereal track, “Tonight’s the Night I Die to a Frank Ocean Song,” is a contemplative number that reflects on a real-life traumatic airplane incident. “I know it sounds kind of cringey,” the ...Read more

Photojournalist and filmmaker Ivan McClellan said that growing up, he enjoyed watching westerns like “Gunsmoke” and “Bonanza.” However, he wondered why there weren’t any Black cowboys. “I rarely saw representation of people who looked like me in these shows,” said McClellan, 41. “When I discovered the unique blend of Black ...Read more

South Korea’s most famous hip-hop group, Epik High, has created some of that country’s most influential music over the past two decades. Acclaimed for their clever lyrics – which tackle sociopolitical issues with biting wit and humor – the trio is in their element performing live. On their current world tour promoting their critically-...Read more

“Harold and the Purple Crayon” star Camille Guaty said that being cast as Junior Detective Silva in the film was serendipitous. “Becoming a mom was a really hard journey and I find it so magical that one of my first jobs as a mom was [this film],” the actress said from her Nashville home. “It has become one of my son’s favorite books...Read more

With her debut novel, “The Singer Sisters” (out Aug. 6, 2024 from Flatiron Books), Sarah Seltzer weaves together a multi-generational story of an alt rocker and her folk legend mother. Full of fractured relationships, deceit, love and mystery, the page turner reads like a confessional full of music that readers can almost hear. “I had a ...Read more

For stuntman-turned-actor Hymnson Chan, the transition was easy because his work doing stunts required acting skills. “ We have to sell hits to make them look more painful than they actually are,” said the Los Angeles-based filmmaker. “Or we have to maintain a certain emotion during scenes – like fear or panic – when doing a high fall....Read more

While the U.S. leg of IVE’s ‘Show What I Have’ world tour is over, the pop group will return to Chicago on Aug. 3 to make their Lollapalooza debut. While preparing for the festival, the group’s members said it was important to them to create a unique set so that their show is enjoyable for both fans and newcomers who may not be familiar ...Read more

James Paxton doesn’t remember visiting his dad – the late Bill Paxton – on the set of the 1996 blockbuster film “Twister.” At the time, he was barely a year old. But when he was asked to make an appearance in “Twisters” – in theaters July 19 – he immediately said yes. “I did this cameo for Dad,” Paxton said. “It was ...Read more

Ali Fumiko Whitney said that starring opposite Harry Connick Jr. in the Netflix film “Find Me Falling” – out July 19 – was a dreamy experience. “We filmed in Cyprus and I spent most of my time in both the capital city, Nicosia, as well as the city of Pafos,” the actress said. “Both were absolutely stunning! I made sure to explore ...Read more

More than three decades into their career, Collective Soul recently released the double album, “Here to Eternity,” and are currently on tour with Hootie & the Blowfish. From their respective Atlanta homes, singer-songwriter Ed Roland and bassist Will Turpin discussed their tour, how they spend their free time on the road and where they’d ...Read more

Will Rigby has a set routine before he prepares for a trip. “I’ve seen enough of the great cathedrals of the world,” said the dB’s drummer, who is based out of Chapel Hill, North Carolina. “They’re impressive, but all the same. [I check for] museums and other attractions, see if any band I want to see is playing where I'm going [and]...Read more

Loren Escandón said that working on the film “Shirley” was a life-changing experience for her. “First and foremost, I have to emphasize that anyone unfamiliar with the incredible story of [the first-ever Black congresswoman] Shirley Chisholm must watch this movie,” the Colombian actress and filmmaker said from her Los Angeles home. “...Read more

Laurie Berkner is celebrating the 25 th anniversary of her children’s album “Victor Vito” with a digitally remastered re-release that will be available on streaming platforms, CD and vinyl. “It will have a beautifully updated cover and the record itself will be blue, to call back to the color of the original cassette,” said Berkner, ...Read more

For solo artist Jessie Baylin and Kings of Leon drummer Nathan Followill, this is an especially busy period for the married couple. In May, the Grammy Award-winning Kings of Leon released their latest album “Can We Please Have Fun.” And Baylin’s May 31 re-release of her critically acclaimed 2018 album “Strawberry Wind” – “...Read more