Jack Harlow: The rapper is back with his new album 'Jackman' and receiving praise from both fans and skeptics. Apparently he beat the washed allegations!
How brands can jump in: Get on the mic! Brands can celebrate this musical comeback by remixing a lyric or song title, but should be mindful of mentioning the celebrity by name.
Eagles: It's dawg o'clock in Philly! The 2023 NFL Draft started last night, and the Philadelphia Eagles were seemingly the big winners of round one thanks to University of Georgia picks Jalen Carter and Nolan Smith.
What brands should be aware of: Does your brand have winning "picks" of its own? Show them off! Whether you're highlighting a star flavor or fan favorite item, avoid referencing specific football players and teams.
#LateLateShow: After 8 seasons, the final episode of 'The Late Late Show With James Corden' aired last night and featured appearances from Will Ferrell and Harry Styles.
How brands can jump in: Is your brand or mascot destined to be the next late night TV star? If so, there's an opening! Regardless, be sure not to reference any celebrities or The Late Late Show.
never forget what they took from us.
What it is: Twitter users are feeling nostalgic and tweeting the phrase "never forget what they took from us" along with pictures of discontinued, throwback, or un-altered subjects ranging from snacks to movie and TV plot points. The simple visuals are the stars here, immediately grabbing users' attention and making them long for something that once was.
How brands can jump in: Time to open the archives 📂 Does your brand have a discontinued fan favorite or classic moment in time? Is there something your brand persona misses and thinks its absence is an injustice? Remind people of the good old days! There's lots of ways in here — remember to keep it light and fun!
Examples: 1, 2, 3
Urgency level: While this phrase is pretty evergreen (people will NEVER forget what they took), it's been gaining a lot of usage in the past week. Jump on it or keep it handy in the drafts.
New Singles:
"The Alcott" - The National x Taylor Swift
"Eat The Acid" and "Fine Line" - Kesha
"The Feels" - Labyrinth x Zendaya
"Meltdown" - Niall Horan
"Body" - Coi Leray
"Hello" - Baekhyun
New Albums:
Jackman - Jack Harlow
Bebe - Bebe Rexha
That! Feels Good! - Jessie Ware
This GIF of 'Dance Moms' star, Abby Lee Miller, keeps growing (and deserves to be at the top of the pyramid, imo).
Going ✈️ Panem. The first trailer for The Hunger Games prequel ‘The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’ has been released.
Rihanna has been cast as Smurfette in the upcoming ‘SMURFS’ movie. Who saw that coming before an album!
Dolly Parton is releasing a rock album! Queen of versatility!
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