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3 Times Famous Musicians Nailed a Classic Song in Just One Take

• Three enduring hits used first-take vocal performances.
• Cline recorded while recovering from a car accident.
• Carnes’ “Bette Davis Eyes” reached US No. 1.

This article highlights three famous recordings whose lead vocals were reportedly captured in a single usable take: Patsy Cline’s “Crazy”, The Beatles’ “Twist And Shout” and Kim Carnes’ “Bette Davis Eyes”. It argues that the spontaneity and rawness of those performances became part of each song’s lasting appeal,…

The 10 most unintentionally hilarious sex scenes in cinema history

Not very sexy. The post The 10 most unintentionally hilarious sex scenes in cinema history first appeared on Far Out Magazine.

Spies in the Woods: Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys on Their Emmy Nominations, Watching ‘Widow’s Bay’ and That ‘Diplomat’ Cliffhanger

• Russell and Rhys have five Emmy nominations between them.
• They are nominated for different projects for the first time.
• The couple continue to keep their relationship largely private.

Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys will attend this year’s Emmys as nominees for separate projects, marking a notable milestone for the long-term couple after their earlier awards-season association with “The Americans”. Russell is nominated for playing a morally conflicted ambassador in “The Diplomat”, while Rhys is recognised for…

“Knowing how close I got to not being here, my appreciation for life is something I can’t even explain.” Blink-182’s Travis Barker bares his soul in his new film – here’s how to watch Travis Barker: Louder Than Fear from anywhere

• Travis Barker’s new film explores his life and survival.
• It is available to stream on Disney+.
• The guide explains international viewing options.

Travis Barker: Louder Than Fear is a new film in which Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker reflects on his life and career, including the experiences that have shaped his outlook. The article focuses on how viewers can watch it internationally, presenting the documentary as a candid account of Barker’s…

‘Saturday Night Live U.K.’ Is Returning for Season 2: Here’s the Premiere Date

• Saturday Night Live U.K. returns on 12 September.
• Six weekly live episodes are initially planned.
• The full original cast will return.

Saturday Night Live U.K. will return for a second series on 12 September, with six live weekly episodes planned before further instalments in early 2027. The renewal continues Sky’s British adaptation of the long-running NBC sketch programme, which combines topical comedy with celebrity hosts and musical performances. All…

Kenan and Kel and childhood | Shelf Quest

• Kenan and Kel revisit childhood gaming memories on Shelf Quest.
• They discuss games, sitcom-era stories and parenting.
• The episode also promotes their mobile game Orange Pop.

Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell appear on Polygon’s Shelf Quest, revisiting their childhood gaming memories and the comic partnership that made them familiar figures to a generation. The episode centres on nostalgia for 1980s and 1990s games and culture, while also showing how both now share games with…