Guides
Music Streaming Guide: Which Service Is Best for You?
Spotify and YouTube Music are the most popular, but are they also the best? Music Streaming Guide: Which Service Is Best for You? Consequence Staff
Best Philadelphia Concerts January 2024: Concerts Near Me
From Madonna's "Celebration Tour" to Wednesday's headlining run to local hero Alex G. Concerts Near Me: Best January Shows in Philadelphia Paolo Ragusa
Concerts Near Me: Best January Shows in Chicago
The best live tunes in the Windy City, from Travis Scott to Everclear to Thursday. Concerts Near Me: Best January Shows in Chicago Jonah Krueger
Film and TV’s Garths and Gareths: A Field Guide
Gareth Edwards, Garth Ennis, Gareth Evans? Here's how to tell them apart. Film and TV’s Garths and Gareths: A Field Guide Liz Shannon Miller
2023 Grammys: How to Watch, Who’s Performing, and Everything Else You Need to Know
Music's biggest night is going down on Sunday, February 5th. Here's where and when to watch, and other vital info. 2023 Grammys: How to Watch, Who’s Performing, and Everything Else You Need to Know Carys Anderson
Where to Stream 2023 Oscar Contenders
The 2023 Oscars are coming right around the corner, with the Jimmy Kimmel-hosted ceremony going down on March 12th. Though nominations won’t officially be announced until January 24th, we’re beginning to get an idea of which movies are strong contenders. While the Oscars race starts to crystallize, here’s a guide to catch up on the films you may have missed — or need to re-watch — ahead of the ceremony. How to Stream 2023 Oscar Contenders Online 2022 marked the full-fledged return of movies to theaters for the first time in a few years, but thankfully films still arrive on streaming services for online viewing sooner rather than later. Advertisement Related Video A combination of streaming services like HBO Max, Disney+, and Netflix with on-demand platforms like Amazon Prime Video and...
How to Use Apple Music Sing
Few people have at-home karaoke machines anymore, but if you want to plan a singalong without embarrassing yourself at a bar, Apple Music has you covered: the streaming service has just introduced Apple Music Sing, a new feature with real-time lyrics and adjustable vocals to customize your singing experience. The feature comes with a duet view for multiple singers, and even separates a song’s main lyrics and background vocals so users and their friends can get their lines straight. It may sound complicated, but it’s actually a pretty straightforward progression from features like Spotify’s Genius Lyrics insert on many of its songs. Before you begin your own karaoke session, scroll onward to read our guide on how exactly Apple Music Sing works. What Is Apple Music Sing? Anyone can sing alon...
Disney+ Launches Ad-Supported Plan: What You Need to Know
Disney has dipped its toe into ad-supported streaming by launching the new Disney+ Basic plan. Initially only available in the US, the cheaper tier arrives roughly one month after rival streamer Netflix rolled out its own ad-supported subscription. It’s worth noting that Disney+ Basic launches with access to the platform’s entire catalog as opposed to Netflix’s ad-supported plan, which debuted without many popular TV shows and movies. However, the cheaper tier does come with some restrictions: It doesn’t allow downloads or come with extra features like GroupWatch and Dolby Atmos support. Along with Disney+ Basic, there is a reworked lineup of ad-supported Disney Bundles that come with Hulu, ESPN+, and/or live TV. Advertisement Related Video Read on to find out everything you need to k...
What is Beast Wars, the Show That Inspired Transformers: Rise of the Beasts?
The Transformers franchise just revealed the trailer for Rise of the Beasts, its latest movie with new characters modeled not after cars, but nature. That premise may seem surprising, but Rise of the Beasts actually got its story from Beast Wars: Transformers, an animated series that dates back to 1996. The new trailer introduces audiences to Maximals, Autobots, Predacons, Decepticons, and Terrorcons, but what actually are all these beasts? Scroll onward to learn the Transformers lore before Rise of the Beasts hits theaters June 9th. What is Transformers: Rise of the Beasts? Rise of the Beasts is the follow up to the 2018 Transformers film Bumblebee. Directed by Steven Caple Jr. and written by a team including Joby ...
What is Beast Wars, the Show That Inspired Transformers: Rise of the Beasts?
The Transformers franchise just revealed the trailer for Rise of the Beasts, its latest movie with new characters modeled not after cars, but nature. That premise may seem surprising, but Rise of the Beasts actually got its story from Beast Wars: Transformers, an animated series that dates back to 1996. The new trailer introduces audiences to Maximals, Autobots, Predacons, Decepticons, and Terrorcons, but what actually are all these beasts? Scroll onward to learn the Transformers lore before Rise of the Beasts hits theaters June 9th. What is Transformers: Rise of the Beasts? Rise of the Beasts is the follow up to the 2018 Transformers film Bumblebee. Directed by Steven Caple Jr. and written by a team including Joby ...
2022 Holiday Gift Guide: Essentials for Music and Pop Culture Fans
Deals! Sales! Limited-time offers! Big, flashy advertisements everywhere you go! It really is the most magical time of the year. To help you wade your way through retail’s busiest season, we’ve compiled a list of the best gifts for the music, film, and pop-culture-loving person in your life. From books to Blu-rays, tech to live experiences, these goodies will help you win the unspoken “best gift giver” award this holiday season. Better yet, pick up a few of these for yourself – you deserve it. ‘Tis the season to click through gift guides and inspire your own wishlist, eh? Then, truly treat yourself by checking out the Consequence shop to score deals on wearables, CBD products, and more. And if you’re looking for vinyl-specific ideas, head over to our vinyl gift guide for even more inspirat...
2022 Holiday Gift Guide: Must-Have Vinyl and Box Sets
With Black Friday just around the corner on November 25th, the busiest shopping season of the year will soon be in full force. For many in the music community, that means one thing: a license to spend far too much money on vinyl, CDs, and super deluxe, multi-LP, limited edition, hardbody box sets. To help those looking for physical copies of their favorite albums, we’ve compiled a holiday gift guide of must-have vinyl. Whether you’re buying for your loved ones or taking the opportunity to beef up your own collection (hey, we’re not here to judge), we’ve got you covered with some of the hottest releases you’ll find in 2022. From the classics to modern favorites, here’s a guide for what to get your physical-media-obsessed audiophile friend. Then, be sure to check out Consequence’s Black Frid...
