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Open Championship to Air Live on SiriusXM

SiriusXM will offer listeners nationwide a live broadcast of The 152nd Open when golf’s original championship is played July 18-21 at Royal Troon Golf Club in Scotland.

SiriusXM will air 45 hours of live on-course coverage across all four rounds of play on SiriusXM’s The Open Radio channel, which is available to listeners in their cars on channel 92 and on the SiriusXM app. Championship broadcasts will begin on SiriusXM on Thursday and Friday at 2 am ET, and on Saturday and Sunday at 4 am ET, and will continue through the conclusion of each day’s play.

Listeners will hear The Open Radio broadcast, produced by The R&A, on Thursday and Friday, and in the morning hours on Saturday and Sunday. SiriusXM’s produced play-by-play broadcast will take over and air on Saturday and Sunday afternoon.

The Open Radio team will feature Marcus Buckland, Sue Thearle, Ron Jones, Matt Adams, Sophie Walker, Raymond Burns, Alison Walker, Paul Eales, and Harry Ewing. SiriusXM’s voices at Royal Troon will be Taylor Zarzour, tour pro Brendan De Jonge and Fred Albers.

“The Open is always one of the most anticipated events in golf. Not only is it the game’s original major but it is one of the most unique tests of the season for these players,” said Scott Greenstein, SiriusXM’s President and Chief Content Officer. “With 45 hours of live hole-by-hole coverage, plus analysis from players who know what it is like to compete in an Open Championship, we’re proud to deliver our listeners across North America the most comprehensive audio coverage of this great tournament.”

Immediately after each round, SiriusXM hosts will be live on air to provide a recap of the day’s play and look ahead at the next day’s action.

In the days before and after The Open, and every week throughout the year, SiriusXM’s weekday golf programming lineup features live shows that offer news, analysis, expert instruction and more.

Notable SiriusXM programming during Open Championship Week includes shows hosted by current and former players with extensive major championship experience. “The Rocco Hour” airs Monday and Tuesday at 6 pm ET, hosted by Rocco Mediate, who competed in nine Open Championships. “ANNIKA,” hosted by legendary 10-time major championship winner Annika Sorenstam, airs Tuesday at 7 pm ET. “The Lucas Glover Show,” airing Tuesday at 8 pm ET, is hosted by major champion Lucas Glover, who has competed in 10 Open Championships and will be in the field this week at Royal Troon.

For a full schedule of SiriusXM’s programming go to SiriusXM.com/golfonsxm.

Post Malone Hits The Road For ‘F-1 Trillion’ Tour

Today, 9x diamond-certified GRAMMY Award-nominated global superstar Post Malone announces his F-1 Trillion Tour, a momentous 21 show outing with stadium, festival, and amphitheater performances around the U.S.

Last week, Post released “Pour Me A Drink” featuring Blake Shelton, while also announcing that his debut country album F-1 Trillion will be out on August 16th. His first single off the upcoming album and mega-smash “I Had Some Help” with Morgan Wallen is continuing to dominate the charts. Upon release, it crash landed at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, tallying “the highest weekly sales and streams since 2020” and remained at #1 for five consecutive weeks, emerging as the longest running number one song of 2024.

This tour follows ‘If Y’all Weren’t Here, I’d Be Crying’ run last year, his highly successful trek across the US and Canada. Produced by Live Nation, the 2024 outing kicks off on September 8 at Salt Lake City’s Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre, making stops at Fenway Park, Hersheypark Stadium, Credit One Stadium and more before wrapping up in Nashville at Nissan Stadium on October 19.

Post shares, “I love y’all so very much and I’m so excited to get out and play new music for you.”

A 9x diamond-certified GRAMMY Award-nominated phenomenon, Dallas, TX artist Post Malone regularly rewrites history, blurs boundaries, and incites internet-breaking conversation with every move. Emerging in 2015 with a genre-less brew that inspired a movement, he delivered the diamond-selling “Congratulations” [feat. Quavo], achieved back-to-back #1 debuts on the Billboard Top 200, received countless multi-Platinum certifications around the world, and smashed one record after another with his Hot 100-topping hits. In 2022, he pushed boundaries again with his fourth full-length offering, Twelve Carat Toothache, which marked his fourth consecutive Top 5 bow on the Top 200. It also paved the way for his biggest headliner to date, The Twelve Carat Toothache Tour, taking over arenas for multiple dates in major cities throughout the year. He even scored “the highest-certified single in RIAA history” with the 17x-platinum “Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse)” [feat. Swae Lee], netting the biggest single of his generation. In 2023, he garnered a GRAMMY® Award nod in the category of “Best Pop Duo/Group Performance” for “I Like You (A Happier Song)” [with Doja Cat], marking his tenth career nomination in six years.

Three years prior, his 2019 third full-length, Hollywood’s Bleeding, represented an audience and critical high watermark. Not only did it arrive at platinum status and eventually go triple platinum, but it also reigned at #1 on the Billboard Top 200 for four weeks and returned to the chart for a fifth week, making for the longest run atop the chart of 2019 and the first release to do so in over a year. The quadruple-platinum lead single “Circles” seized #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks. It notably occupied a spot on the chart for a record 39 weeks in total. Speaking of making history, he performed a massively popular Nirvana tribute concert on YouTube, raising over $10,000,000 for the World Health Organization in the fight against COVID-19. Hollywood’s Bleeding followed the immense success of the triple-Platinum beerbongs & bentleys, which also landed at #1 a year prior. In the wake of beerbongs & bentleys, Post crushed a record in place for 54 years. He charted nine songs in the Top 20 of the Hot 100, notching the most songs in the Top 20 of the Hot 100 ever. Moreover, he also trounced the record for most simultaneous Top 40 Hot 100 hits with 14.

As of 2023, his catalog comprises the GRAMMY Award-nominated “rockstar” [feat. 21 Savage” (Diamond), “Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse)” [feat. Swae Lee] (2x Diamond), “I Fall Apart” (Diamond), “Psycho” [feat. Ty Dolla $ign] (Diamond), “White Iverson” (Diamond), “Better Now” (Diamond), and more. Not to mention, he sold out numerous arena tours and hosted and curated his own mega-popular Posty Fest in 2018 and 2019. It all started with his quintuple-platinum influential 2016 debut, Stoney. With records under his belt that will likely never be surpassed and a generation of artists and audiences worldwide under his spell, Post Malone simply doesn’t stop.

2024 TOUR DATES:
Sun Sep 8 – Salt Lake City, UT – Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
Thu Sep 12 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center
Sat Sep 14 – Syracuse, NY – Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview
Mon Sep 16 – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheatre
Wed Sep 18 – Boston, MA – Fenway Park
Fri Sep 20 – Hershey, PA – Hersheypark Stadium
Sat Sep 21 – Hartford, CT – The XFINITY Theatre
Mon Sep 23 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Broadview Stage at SPAC
Wed Sep 25 – Scranton, PA – The Pavilion at Montage Mountain
Sat Sep 28* – New York, NY – Global Citizen Festival
Sun Sep 29 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell at Jones Beach Theatre
Tue Oct 1 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center
Fri Oct 4 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach
Sat Oct 5 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park
Mon Oct 7 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion
Wed Oct 9 – Charleston, SC – Credit One Stadium
Fri Oct 11 – Atlanta, GA – Lakewood Amphitheatre
Sun Oct 13 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP
Tue Oct 15 – Pelham, AL – Oak Mountain Amphitheatre
Thu Oct 17 – Orange Beach, AL – The Wharf Amphitheater
Sat Oct 19 – Nashville, TN – Nissan Stadium
*Festival Performance

Anderson .Paak Announces 2024 Fall Tour Playing His Classic Album “Malibu” In Its Entirety

Today, Anderson .Paak announced his 2024 tour across the U.S. The tour celebrates Anderson’s GRAMMY-award nominated second studio album, Malibu, which was released January 15, 2016 to critical acclaim. During his fall tour run, he will play Malibu in its entirety. Produced by Live Nation, the 14-date tour kicks off on Wednesday, September 18 in Bend, OR at Hayden Homes Amphitheater with additional stops in Los Angeles, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Chicago, Philadelphia, and more before wrapping up on Sunday, October 13 in Atlanta, GA at Lakewood Amphitheatre. Special guests Maurice Brown and GAWD will join on all dates.

Multi-hyphenate global superstar Anderson .Paak has no plans of slowing down. He spent his childhood playing drums in his church band in Oxnard, California. Continuing to pursue his passion, he released his debut album, Venice, in 2014 followed by Malibu two years later, landing him his first GRAMMY nomination. By 2021, he had four GRAMMY wins under his belt, most notably for his single “Lockdown,” which was released on Juneteenth following his participation in a Los Angeles protest against police brutality. The same year, he debuted his collaborative R&B superduo Silk Sonic, alongside Bruno Mars, whose single “Leave The Door Open” garnered over one billion streams, earned them four more GRAMMYs and led to a sold-out Vegas residency.

Now an 8x GRAMMY Award winner, producer, songwriter, artist & director, Anderson .Paak continues to expand his achievements. Debuting in 2022, his alter ego DJ Pee .Wee showcases his Vinyl DJ sets with past performances at the likes of the Met Gala, F1 Las Vegas, and Coachella. Meanwhile, he also founded his own label APESHIT, teaming up with Universal Music Group, while also directing multiple music videos, landing a 2022 BET Award for “Best Director” and being credited on the highly regarded music video for Leon Bridges’ “Motorbike.” He also continues his philanthropic efforts with the Brandon Anderson Foundation with his annual .Paak House event which benefits underserved youth in areas of art & music. Currently, .Paak is in production on his feature film directorial debut K-POPS, a dramatic comedy that takes inspiration from his life, bridging family lineages and cultures, while also gearing up for the release of Why Lawd?, an album by NxWorries, a duo group formed in 2015 by .Paak and producer Knxwledge.

ANDERSON .PAAK 2024 TOUR DATES
Wed Sep 18 – Bend, OR – Hayden Homes Amphitheater
Thu Sep 19 – Auburn, WA – White River Amphitheatre
Sat Sep 21 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre
Tue Sep 24 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Bowl
Thu Sep 26 – Santa Barbara, CA – Santa Barbara Bowl
Fri Sep 27 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
Sat Sep 28 – Las Vegas, NV – Fontainebleau Las Vegas
Wed Oct 02 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Fri Oct 04 – Chicago, IL – Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island
Sat Oct 05 – Sterling Heights, MI – Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre
Tue Oct 08 – Philadelphia, PA – TD Pavilion at The Mann
Wed Oct 09 – Columbia, MD – Merriweather Post Pavilion
Fri Oct 11 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
Sun Oct 13 – Atlanta, GA – Lakewood Amphitheatre

Comedian Ronny Chieng Announces Leg Two Of His Highly Successful “The Love To Hate It Tour”

Today, Ronny Chieng, one of the most popular touring comedians announced leg two of his extremely popular “The Love To Hate It Tour,” which has sold out 20 shows and counting across the first leg. The second leg of the tour will kick off on Thursday, October 10 in New York, NY at the Beacon Theatre, with additional stops in Chicago, San Jose, St. Louis, Nashville and more before wrapping up early next year on Saturday, January 25 in Syracuse, NY at Landmark Theatre.

Ronny Chieng is a stand-up comedian, actor and Correspondent on “The Daily Show”. In addition to two Netflix stand-up comedy specials, Ronny has starred in “Crazy Rich Asians”, Marvel’s “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings”, “M3GAN”, “American Born Chinese”, “Doogie Kamealoha, M.D.”, “Vacation Friends 2”, “Joy Ride” and will star in the upcoming Hulu series “Interior Chinatown”.

THE LOVE TO HATE IT TOUR LEG ONE UPCOMING DATES:
Fri Jul 12 – Bakersfield, CA – Fox Theater ^
Sat Jul 13 – San Diego, CA – San Diego Civic Theatre – LIMITED TICKETS ^
Tue Jul 23 – Honolulu, HI – Hawaii Theatre
Wed Jul 24 – Honolulu, HI – Hawaii Theatre – LIMITED TICKETS ^
Fri Jul 26 – Honolulu, HI – Hawaii Theatre –SOLD-OUT ^
Sat Jul 27 – Honolulu, HI – Hawaii Theatre – SOLD-OUT ^
Sat Jul 27 – Honolulu, HI – Hawaii Theatre (Late Show) – LIMITED TICKETS ^
Sun Aug 25 – Berlin, Germany – TaPP ^
Tue Aug 27 – Brussels, Belgium – La Madeleine – LIMITED TICKETS ^
Thu Aug 29 – Stockholm, Sweden – Nya Cirkus – LIMITED TICKETS ^
Sat Aug 31 – Helsinki, Finland – Apollo Live Club ^
Sun Sep 01 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Theater Amsterdam – SOLD-OUT ^
Mon Sep 02 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Theater Amsterdam – SOLD-OUT ^
Wed Sep 04 – Copenhagen, Denmark – DR Concert Hall ^
Sat Sep 07 – Los Angeles, CA – The Wiltern – SOLD-OUT ^
Sun Sep 08 – Los Angeles, CA – The Wiltern ^
Fri Sep 13 – Indianapolis, IN – Egyptian Room at Old National Centre ^
Sat Sep 14 – Cincinnati, OH – Taft Theatre ^
Sun Sep 15 – Columbus, OH – Speaker Jo Ann Davidson Theatre – LIMITED TICKETS ^

THE LOVE TO HATE IT TOUR LEG TWO DATES – JUST ADDED:
Thu Oct 10 – New York, NY – Beacon Theatre
Fri Oct 11 – Chicago, IL – Chicago Theatre
Thu Oct 17 – Stockton, CA – Bob Hope Theatre
Fri Oct 18 – San Jose, CA – San Jose Center for the Perf. Arts
Sat Oct 19 – Santa Rosa, CA – Luther Burbank Center for the Arts
Fri Oct 25 – London, UK – The London Palladium – LIMITED TICKETS ^
Sat Oct 26 – London, UK – Theatre Royal Dury Lane ^
Fri Nov 01 – Westbury, NY – Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair
Sun Nov 03 – Boston, MA – The Wilbur
Fri Nov 08 – Baltimore, MD – Lyric Baltimore
Sat Nov 09 – Charlottesville, VA – Paramount Theater
Fri Nov 15 – New Brunswick, NJ – State Theatre New Jersey
Sat Nov 16 – Providence, RI – Veterans Memorial Auditorium
Fri Nov 22 – Waukee, IA – Vibrant Music Hall
Sat Nov 23 – Omaha, NE – Steelhouse Omaha
Sat Nov 30 – Pittsburgh, PA – Byham Theater
Fri Dec 06 – St. Louis, MO – The Pageant
Fri Jan 10 – Burlington, VT – Flynn Theatre
Sat Jan 11 – Concord, NH – Capitol Center for the Arts
Sat Jan 18 – Lexington, KY – Lexington Opera House
Sun Jan 19 – Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium
Sat Jan 25 – Syracuse, NY – Landmark Theatre
^Previously announced

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Coin Announce North American Tour

COIN have announced their new album I’m Not Afraid of Music Anymore will be out September 13 via 10k Projects. The band’s debut single “Strawberry Jam” produced by Gabe Simon (Dua Lipa, Noah Kahan Lana Del Rey) is also out now. Along with the announcement of this new chapter for COIN, they will be kicking off a North American Tour playing notable venues such as the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, Hammerstein Ballroom in NYC, MGM Music Hallat Fenway in Boston, Fox Theater in Oakland and many more.

The new album finds the band in their most vulnerable state and continuing to push the boundaries of alternative pop without straying from their trademark dynamic energy. It’s bright, bittersweet, electric, intimate and a record fans new and old can embrace open heartedly. After thinking they were out of stories to tell, songs to shape, I’m Not Afraid of Music Anymore suggests that COIN have unlocked not a new chapter in their existence but an entire new volume, with more depth than they’ve ever shared before.

COIN NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
9/29 – Franklin, TN – Pilgrimage Music Festival
10/1 – Omaha, NE – Steelhouse Omaha
10/2 – Minneapolis, MN – The Fillmore
10/4 – St. Louis, MO – The Pageant
10/5 – Chicago, IL – Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom
10/6 – Indianapolis, IN – Murat Theatre at Old National Centre
10/8 – Cincinnati, OH – Bogart’s
10/9 – Louisville, KY – Old Forester’s Paristown Hall
10/11 – Cleveland, OH – Agora Theatre
10/12 – Columbus OH, – KEMBA! Live
10/13 – McKees Rocks, PA – Roxian Theatre
10/15 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore
10/17 – Toronto, ON – Massey Hall
10/18 – Montreal, QC – The Beanfield Theatre
10/19 – New Haven, CT – College Street Music Hall
10/23 – Washington, DC – The Anthem
10/24 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore
10/26 – New York, NY – Hammerstein Ballroom
10/27 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
10/29 – Raleigh, NC – The Ritz
11/1 – St.Petersburg, FL – Jannus Live
11/2 – Orlando, FL – House of Blues
11/3 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Revolution Live
11/7 – Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore
11/8 – Birmingham, AL – Avondale Brewing Company
11/9 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy
2/8 – Denver, CO – Fillmore Auditorium
2/9 – Salt Lake City, UT – The Great Saltair
2/11 – Boise, ID – Revolution Concert House
2/12 – Spokane, WA – Knitting Factory
2/14 – Seattle, WA – Moore Theatre
2/15 – Vancouver, BC – Vogue Theatre
2/16 – Portland, OR – McMenamins Crystal Ballroom
2/18 – Oakland, CA – Fox Theater
2/20 – Anaheim, CA – House of Blues
2/21 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Palladium
2/22 – San Diego, CA – SOMA
2/24 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre
2/27 – Austin, TX – Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheatre
2/28 – Dallas, TX – South Side Ballroom
3/1 – Houston, TX – Bayou Music Center
3/3 – Tulsa, OK – Cain’s Ballroom
3/4 – Fayetteville, AR – JJ’s Live

Atsuko Okatsuka Announces ‘Full Grown Tour’

Today, comedian Atsuko Okatsuka announced her 2024 ‘Full Grown Tour’ across North America. Produced by Live Nation, the 15-date run kicks off on Friday, September 13 in Edmonton, AB at Myer Horowitz Theatre, with additional stops in Calgary, Chicago, Miami, Atlanta, San Diego, Nashville, and more before wrapping up on Saturday, November 16 in Indianapolis, IN at the Egyptian Room @ Old National Center.

Atsuko Okatsuka is a stand-up comedian, actor, and writer based in LA. Atsuko was born in Taiwan and spent her childhood in Japan. She currently has two films debuting at the Tribeca film festival: ALL THAT WE LOVE directed by Yen Tan and GROUP THERAPY directed with Hartbeat. She is currently working on OUTCOME, a dark comedy starring Jonah Hill. Her debut standup special, THE INTRUDER – directed by Tig Notaro premiered on HBO, December 2022 and was named the “Best Debut Special of 2022” by the New York Times and one of the “Best Specials of 2022” by Vulture and Variety. She won the 2023 Gracie Award for “Best Special” and Atsuko was nominated for “Best Comedian” by the Wowie Awards. She was named one of Variety’s 10 Comics to Watch for 2022, and when she made her late-night stand-up debut on THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN, Vulture proclaimed she “won late-night.” She has performed to sold-out crowds all over North America on her 2023 theater tour, FULL GROWN, which she will be taking to Europe, Asia and Australia/NZ in 2024.

Her on-screen credits include HISTORY OF THE WORLD PT. II (Hulu), ROOM 104 (HBO), and THE SHOW NEXT DOOR WITH RANDALL PARK (ROKU+). Atsuko was recently featured on THIS AMERICAN LIFE with Ira Glass and told the story of how she got to the USA. She was raised by her grandmother, and they created the #DropChallenge together which has amassed more than 10 million views. Her unique upbringing brings an artfully-offbeat resilient persona which is perfectly embodied in her blunt bangs and bowl cut.

ATSUKO OKATSUKA: FULL GROWN TOUR 2024 DATES:
Fri Sep 13 – Edmonton, AB – Myer Horowitz Theatre
Sat Sep 14 – Calgary, AB – Bella Concert Hall
Fri Sep 20 – Phoenix, AZ – Orpheum Theatre
Sat Sep 21 – Salt Lake City, UT – Capitol Theatre
Thu Sep 26 – Madison, WI – Barrymore Theatre
Fri Sep 27 – La Crosse, Wi – Fine Arts Center at Viterbo University
Sat Sep 28 – Chicago, IL – The Chicago Theatre
Thu Oct 03 – Miami, FL – The Fillmore Miami Beach
Fri Oct 04 – New Orleans, LA – The Civic Theatre
Sat Oct 05 – Tampa, FL – Tampa Theatre
Thu Oct 10 – Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore Charlotte
Fri Oct 11 – Atlanta, GA – Center Stage
Sat Oct 12 – Atlantic City, NJ – Borgata
Fri Oct 18 – San Diego, CA – Balboa Theatre
Fri Nov 01 – Nashville, TN – James K Polk Theatre
Sat Nov 02 – Pittsburgh, PA – Byham Theatre
Fri Nov 15 – Columbus, OH – Davidson Theatre
Sat Nov 16 – Indianapolis, IN – Egyptian Room @ Old National Center
Thu Jan 30 – College Park, MD – The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center at University of Maryland

What are USB AAA Rechargeable Batteries?

By Mitch Rice

The standard AAA batteries we’ve been using in a variety of small electronic devices for years have been innovatively evolved into USB AAA rechargeable batteries. USB AAA rechargeable batteries have the advantage of being reusable, which minimizes waste and its negative effects on the environment. Disposable batteries must be thrown away after only one usage. These batteries are incredibly useful in our increasingly digital and connected world since they feature cutting-edge technology that enables them to be recharged via a USB port.

The affordability of USB AAA rechargeable batteries is one of its main advantages. In comparison to purchasing disposable batteries, the initial cost may be larger, but there will be significant long-term savings. It will save you money because you can recharge and use them hundreds of times instead of having to buy new batteries all the time. In addition to saving money, this repeated use reduces the quantity of batteries that wind up in landfills, helping to preserve the environment.

Common Uses for AAA Batteries

In the world of tiny electronics, AAA batteries are widely used because of their small size and sufficient power output. Essential devices like digital cameras, MP3 players, TV remote controls, and other handheld electronics are frequently powered by AAA batteries. The voltage required to run these gadgets effectively is supplied by these batteries.

It’s crucial to remember that, despite their widespread use and versatility, AAA batteries might not be able to withstand significant current draws when compared to larger battery types like AA. Larger batteries are usually needed to suit the operational needs of devices that require more power for longer periods of time or have higher energy requirements. By making this difference, performance and endurance are maximized and each device is given the proper power supply that is suited to its unique energy requirements.

Charging Your USB AAA Rechargeable Batteries

It’s important to adhere to the manufacturer’s instructions when charging USB AAA rechargeable batteries. Always charge these batteries using the charger that came with them, the device for which they are intended, or one that the manufacturer suggests. By doing this, you can guarantee that the batteries charge effectively and safely, avoiding overcharging or overheating.

Are There Two Types of AAA Batteries?

Indeed, there are two primary varieties of AAA batteries: rechargeable and disposable. Alkaline batteries, sometimes referred to as disposable AAA batteries, are meant to be used just once and must be changed when empty. Because they may be recharged more than once, rechargeable AAA batteries—including USB AA rechargeable batteries—are more cost-effective and environmentally friendly.

Are USB Rechargeable Batteries Safe to Use?

As long as you use USB rechargeable batteries properly, they are usually safe to use. Make careful to only use the suggested charger and refrain from overcharging. To improve their safety profile, many USB rechargeable batteries include protective circuits built in to guard against problems like overheating and short circuiting.

Advantages of USB AAA Rechargeable Batteries

Cost-Effectiveness

Over time, usb aaa rechargeable batteries prove to be cost-effective despite their initial greater cost. The frequency of battery replacements can be decreased by using them repeatedly as they can be recharged.

Environmental Benefits

Rechargeable battery use contributes to waste reduction. Choosing these batteries helps protect the environment by reducing the quantity of throwaway batteries that wind up in landfills.

Convenience

The convenience of these batteries is immense. Any USB port, including those on laptops, power banks, and wall adapters, can be used to recharge them. Because of their adaptability, they are ideal for daily use and travel.

Disadvantages of USB AAA Rechargeable Batteries

Initial Cost

Disposable batteries are less expensive initially than USB AAA rechargeable batteries and their chargers. There are users who may be discouraged by this first expense.

Limited Lifespan

Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles even if they can be used repeatedly. Their ability to retain a charge eventually runs out, necessitating replacement.

Charging Time

The charging time of rechargeable batteries is longer than that of disposable batteries. This could be a hassle if you need batteries that are ready to go.

Conclusion

Reusable USB AAA batteries are a wise and environmentally responsible option for powering your tiny electronic gadgets. They provide convenience, cost savings, and environmental advantages. You may extend their life and efficiency by using correct charging procedures and being aware of both their benefits and drawbacks.

 

Ms. Lauryn Hill And The Fugees Announce ‘The Miseducation Anniversary Tour’

5x Grammy winner and one of the most notable hip hop, R&B, and fashion/style icons of all time, Ms. Lauryn Hill is continuing where she left off – once again reuniting with The Fugees, to co-headline an extension of The Miseducation Anniversary Tour in honor of the landmark album that was just named the best album of all time by Apple Music. The tour will feature music from The Miseducation of Ms. Lauryn Hill, The Score and more.

Kicking off August 9th in Tampa, the 21-date tour will include US shows in Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles and more along with international dates in London, Manchester, Paris and Amsterdam. The Fugees will co-headline all dates and YG Marley will be joining as support.

$2 from each ticket sold will go to the MLH Fund to benefit a list of local and worldwide organizations benefiting initiatives concerning Mental Health, Women’s Wellness, Community Small Business Development, Education and more throughout the diaspora.

The impact that The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill had on music, fashion, and American and world culture is immeasurable and continues to influence the world’s biggest artists. Entered into the Library of Congress in 2015, Ms. Hill and her Diamond-certified album achieved numerous firsts including being the first ever Hip Hop album to receive an Album Of The Year Grammy Award, being the first woman to be nominated for 10 Grammy awards in one year and being the first woman to win 5 Grammys in one night.

UPCOMING LIVE DATES
Fri Aug 09 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
Sun Aug 11 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre
Fri Aug 16 – Atlanta, GA – Lakewood Amphitheatre
Sun Aug 18 – Charlotte, NC – PNC Music Pavilion
Wed Aug 21 – Philadelphia, PA – TD Pavilion at The Mann
Fri Aug 23 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live
Sun Aug 25 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center
Wed Aug 28 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center
Fri Aug 30 – Milwaukee, WI – American Family Insurance Amphitheater
Sat Aug 31 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
Wed Sep 04 – Huntsville, AL – The Orion Amphitheater
Fri Sep 06 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavilion
Sat Sep 07 – Houston, TX – The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman
Fri Sep 13 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre
Sun Sep 15 – Chula Vista, CA – North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre
Tue Sep 17 – Los Angeles, CA – Hollywood Bowl
Fri Sep 20 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
Sat Sep 21 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center
Sat Oct 12 – Manchester, UK – Co-op Live
Mon Oct 14 – London, UK – The O2
Fri Oct 18 – Paris, France – Accor Arena
Tue Oct 22 – Amsterdam, Holland – Ziggo Dome

Jenny Slate Announces ‘Lifeform’ Book Tour

Today actor, comedian, producer, and New York Times bestselling author, Jenny Slate has announced an eight city book tour in support of ‘LIFEFORM’, her brand new collection of personal pieces. Produced by Live Nation, the tour launches on October 22, coinciding with the book’s release, at The Town Hall in NYC. It will include stops in Boston*, Seattle, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, and Madison before concluding in Washington, DC on October 30.

Slate shared, “It’s hard to decide what is my favorite part about writing books, but one unexpected pleasure is the chance to continue to engage with my thoughts and feelings with a live audience, to be in conversation with other people about what I’ve written down. I know that these evenings will be so incredibly joyful for me, and I hope that anyone who joins me will feel that as well!”

Fans can expect an evening of nearly impossible-to-describe strangeness, whimsy, and hilarity with the one and only, Jenny Slate. She will read pieces from ‘LIFEFORM’ taking audiences through all of the relatable phases of life from heartbreak to true love to pregnancy, parenthood, not to mention all of the tiny, odd details that make up a life via a moderated conversation, and an audience Q&A. Tickets to this event will also include a signed copy of ‘LIFEFORM’.

Critically-acclaimed actress, comedian, and NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Jenny Slate is one of the most versatile creators working today. Slate is best known for her starring role in A24’s OBVIOUS CHILD and for A24’s Academy nominated MARCEL THE SHELL WITH SHOES ON.

Slate most recently released her new comedy special, JENNY SLATE: SEASONED PROFESSIONAL on Prime Video. The one hour special proves that being brave for love is worth it—even when it comes to pushing out a baby, stalking your therapist, or trusting your partner to not destroy you. Produced by Amazon MGM Studios and A24, the special premiered worldwide to rave reviews on February 23, 2024.

Slate recently wrapped production on FX’s new miniseries “Dying for Sex” in which she stars opposite Michelle Williams. The series is based on the popular podcast series of the same name by Nikki Boyer in which a woman diagnosed with stage IV breast cancer leaves her unhappy marriage and embarks on a series of sexual adventures to help her feel alive.

In Summer 2022, Slate co-created, co-wrote, co-produced and voiced the titular character of Marcel in A24’s Academy Award nominated film MARCEL THE SHELL WITH SHOES ON. The film was released on June 24, 2022 and has gone on to receive widespread acclaim including the NBR Award for “Best Animated Feature” and a New York Film Critics Circle Award for “Best Animated Feature” in addition to Academy Award, Golden Globe, BAFTA and Critics Choice Award nominations. The film is an extension of the widely popular online short film of the same name, which Slate co-created in 2010 with Dean Fleischer-Camp. The short has been viewed over 30 million times to date. It was then turned into a NEW YORK TIMES best-selling children’s book series.

In Spring 2022, Slate was seen in A24’s Academy Award winning EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE, a science fiction film written and directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert. Slate appears in the film opposite Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, Stephanie Hsu, Harry Shum Jr., James Hong, and Jamie Lee Curtis. She won a 2023 SAG Award in the category of “Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture” for her role in the film. The film was released in theaters on March 25, 2022 and received an Academy Award for “Best Picture.”

Slate made her feature film debut in 2014 in A24’s critically acclaimed OBVIOUS CHILD. Slate starred in the film as Donna opposite Jake Lacy, Gaby Hoffman, Gabe Hoffman, and David Cross. Slate won a Critics’ Choice Award for “Best Actress in a Comedy” and was nominated for an Independent Spirit Award for “Best Female Lead Actor” and a Gotham Award for “Breakthrough Actor” for her role in the film.

Slate’s other major starring film credits include a starring turn in Amazon Prime’s hit romantic comedy I WANT YOU BACK as Emma, the aimless but lovable partner in crime and love interest of Charlie Day’s Peter. Along with Day, Slate starred opposite an incredible cast including Gina Rodriguez, Scott Eastwood, Manny Jacinto, and Clark Backo. I WANT YOU BACK premiered on Amazon Prime on February 11th, 2022. Other films include Sony’s VENOM with Tom Hardy, A24 and AppleTV+’s ON THE ROCKS with Bill Murray and Rashida Jones, Amazon’s comedy LANDLINE with John Turturo and Edie Falco, FOX Searchlight’s GIFTED, Netflix’s THE POLKA KING.

In November 2019, Slate published her latest book LITTLE WEIRDS. LITTLE WEIRDS, released by the Hachette Book Group and excerpted in The New Yorker twice, is a critically acclaimed collection of non-fiction, personal pieces, which became an instant New York Times best-seller.

In October 2019, Slate’s comedy special JENNY SLATE: STAGE FRIGHT was released on Netflix. The special was nominated for a Critics’ Choice Award for “Best Comedy Special.” Slate’s first stand-up special, JENNY SLATE: STAGE FRIGHT is a mix of stage time, funny stories about adulthood and conversations with family in her childhood home.

Slate is also well known for much of her animation work. Her major voice credits in television includeFOX’s “Bob’s Burgers,” Fox’s “The Great North,” and Disney’s “Muppet Babies.”

In film, Slate’s major voice credits include Illumination Entertainment’s THE LORAX, THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS and THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2 as Gidget, DESPICABLE ME 3, and Disney’s ZOOTOPIA as Assistant Mayor Bellwether.

Slate is known for her roles on NBC’s “Parks and Recreation” as Mona Lisa-Saperstein, ViacomCBS’s “Kroll Show” as Liz B., as Tally Shifrin on HBO’s “Girls”. Her comedic talent made her a beloved guest star on of these shows. From 2009-2010, Slate was a featured cast member on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live.”

TOUR DATES:
Tue Oct 22 | New York, NY | The Town Hall with special guest TBA
Wed Oct 23 | Boston, MA | The Wilbur* with Emiko Tamagawa
Thu Oct 24 | Seattle, WA | Neptune with Jennifer Berney
Fri Oct 25 | Los Angeles, CA | Palace Theatre with George Saunders
Sun Oct 27 | San Francisco, CA | Palace of Fine Arts with Casey Newton
Mon Oct 28 | Chicago, IL | Athenaeum Center with Greta Johnsen
Tue Oct 29 | Madison, WI | Orpheum Theater with Dr. Ramzi Fawaz
Wed Oct 30 | Washington, DC | Warner Theatre with Rachel Martin

Rick Wakeman Announces Final Solo Tour Featuring YES and His Solo Work

The ultimate keyboard wizard, Rick Wakeman CBE, will be embarking on a tour of the US with a series of solo piano concerts for the last time in 2024. Rick, who has become almost as well-known for his intimate piano shows as his prog rock extravaganzas, has decided that after a career spanning over 50 years, he is calling a halt to lengthy American one-man show tours, in order to concentrate on composing, recording and collaborating with other musicians.

As an exclusive gift for fans, on these shows Rick will be premiering a brand new piece of music: Yessonata, a 30-minute instrumental work featuring YES themes and melodies, woven into sonata form. For the first time, Yessonata will also be available to purchase in vinyl format on the fall tour.

Rick first started establishing a reputation as one of rock’s most original and proficient keyboard players in the late Sixties, when he worked with the likes of David Bowie, Cat Stevens, Marc Bolan, Lou Reed, Al Stewart, Elton John and other artists too numerous to mention, as a much-in-demand session player. He stepped out of the recording studio and into the limelight when he first joined the Strawbs and then YES, helping to make the latter the most successful progressive rock band in the world by contributing to seminal albums such as Fragile and Close To The Edge.

But outside of YES, Rick was really able to unleash his creativity with a series of groundbreaking concept albums: The Six Wives of Henry VIII, Journey to the Centre of the Earth, and The Myths and Legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, which have been performed in large-scale shows featuring bands, orchestras and choirs.

However, he is equally at home as a solo artist in the upclose environment of concert halls, performing music on a piano – both his own and tunes that have a special resonance for him – and recounting wickedly funny stories taken from the length of his career. In recent years, he has added a rack of electric keyboards to ring the changes and enable him to enlarge his live solo repertoire.

Now, for the last time in 2024, Rick will be taking to the road in the US with an all-new solo piano and keyboard show, featuring the premiere of a stunning new work. Don’t miss this final opportunity to enjoy an evening of great music and hilarious stories, delivered by one of the truly legendary figures of rock music.

Rick Wakeman says, “I always planned to stop touring by my 77th birthday – for those of you who wish to send me a card, it’s 18th May! – but there is so much to fit in before then that I’m having to make plans now and so my final one-man shows will have to cease by that date. I have thoroughly enjoyed performing the various one-man shows, but it’s time to call it a day. I intend to throw in the best of what I have done in the past, plus a few new surprises on the way, and possibly even the odd guest joining me on the odd occasion. The plan is not to perform at the same venue twice throughout this period, so whatever venue you are hopefully thinking of coming to, it will be the last performance there – and I am taking this opportunity of thanking everyone and anyone who has supported me over the last 53 years!”

RICK WAKEMAN 2024
Additional U.S. Tour Dates

•Oct. 3 Tarrytown, NY Tarrytown Music Hall
• Oct. 4 Fairfield, CT SHU Community Theater
• Oct. 5 Rahway, NJ Union County Perf. Arts Center
• Oct. 6 Troy, NY Troy Savings Bank Music Hall
• Oct. 8 Falls River, MA Narrows Center
• Oct. 10 Rochester, NY The Theater at Innovation Square
• Oct. 11 Buffalo, NY Electric City
• Oct. 13 Kent, OH The Kent Stage
• Oct. 15 St. Charles, IL Arcada Theater
• Oct. 17 St. Paul, MN Fitzgerald Theatre
• Oct. 19 Milwaukee, WI South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center
• Oct. 20 St. Louis, MO The Sheldon
• Oct. 22 Phoenix, AZ Music Instrument Museum
• Oct. 24 Dallas, TX Longhorn Ballroom
• Oct. 26 Houston, TX The Heights Theater
• Oct. 28 Atlanta, GA Variety Playhouse
• Oct. 31 Durham, NC Carolina Theatre of Durham – Fletcher Hill Auditorium
• Nov. 2 Landsdowne, PA Landowne Theater

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