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StoveShelf

Thanks to this TikTok trending kitchen hack, StoveShelf allows you to maximize your countertop and keep your kitchen organized. This high-quality, magnetic shelf attachment fits securely to the top of your range, giving you the perfect spot to stash your most-used spices, cooking oils, and utensils. Simply place this magnetic spice rack on top of your stove, and you’re all set (no handyman required).

StoveShelf™ Highlights:

•Transforms the back of your stove into a storage rack

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•Perfect for both small and large kitchens

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About StoveShelf:

Scott Fleming invented the first StoveShelf by himself back in 2014 out of wood and household magnets. He then patented the device and obtained the trademark for the word StoveShelf, and started making them in his garage in 2017. By 2022, StoveShelf became the #1 selling spice rack on Amazon!

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ARMITRON WATCHES

Armitron Watches’ Vintage Archive Collection Launch Is a Nostalgic Reflection of The Brand’s Past.

22 Rare Timepieces From The 1970s – 1980s Have Been Pulled From The Armitron Vault For A Limited Edition Drop.

Armitron turned back the hands of time today by releasing their Vintage Archive Collection of rare timepieces from the 1970s through the 1980s. A dazzling must-have and a rare peek into the vault of the watch creators’ groundbreaking and elite history. The Vintage Archive Collection is a nostalgic reflection of the brand’s past, with twenty-two, rare watches pulled from the Armitron vault. These one or two-of-a-kind watch designs are available for sale on a first-come, first-serve basis.

The twenty-two pieces are exclusively found on Armitron.com as of today and are priced within Armitron’s famed affordable luxury standards, ranging from $85 – $125. This highly curated collection of twenty-two watches represents timeless design and quality craftsmanship. These never worn, hand-selected watches from the Armitron archives have been polished and restored to their original beauty and functionality. All original timepieces feature a stainless steel case, and some include a diamond crystal accent.

Each watch will arrive in a hand-stitched black leather case along with a certificate of authenticity. These watches blend nostalgia with modern sophistication for a treasured timepiece for years to come.

“Fashion is in flux, but Armitron is consistently keeping time at the ship’s helm.” States Bobbie Weichselbaum, CEO of E. Gluck Corporation.“We have some notable collaborations on the immediate horizon. With a launch into new designs, it seems fitting to reflect and release a few limited vintage watch designs from 40+ years ago that enabled us to bring our prestigious brand to where it is today.”

The Armitron Vintage Collection launch honors the brand’s beloved founder, Eugen Gluck, a leader in the watch industry since 1956 – making high-quality, beautifully designed timepieces accessible to all. He believed a watch was for more than just keeping time. Armitron watches were designed to signify dignity, self-expression, and a life well-lived and loved.

E. Gluck Corporation manufactures watches under their flagship proprietary brand, Armitron. The company also manufactures watches for major fashion brands, including Anne Klein, Nine West, Juicy Couture, Vince Camuto, Badgley Mischka, and Joseph Abboud. In 1999, Armitron had the fifth largest share of all watch purchases, by brand, in the United States. Armitron ranks as one of the leading fashion watch brands in the US and helped set the industry standard for manufacturing digital watches with LCD displays.

Armitron was historically identified by its connection with various professional sports teams and professional athletes. Jerry Rice, Boomer Esiason, Darryl Strawberry, Dwight Gooden, Larry Bird, and others were endorsers of the brand. Today, Armitron remains an Official Timepiece of the New York Yankees.

ABOUT ARMITRON

Since 1975, Armitron has been devoted to nurturing the spirit of individuality with high-quality, high-style watches at accessible price points, driven by the understanding that a timepiece is a common thread and a distinguishing factor. As a brand underneath the E. Gluck Corporation umbrella, Armitron connects prestige and curation with unprecedented value and convenience. Proudly headquartered in New York, Armitron is the Official Timekeeper of the New York Yankees. For more information, visit www.Armitron.com.

SAXKBOY KD – Just Talking

CASH MONEY RECORDS SIGNEE SAXKBOY KD
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“JUST TALKING” OUT NOW HERE

Already an influential figure in his hometown scene, rising Texas-born rapper Saxkboy KD steps into his spotlight as he lays the foundation for this takeover in 2023—stacking each win brick by brick. Today, the newly announced Cash Money Records signee releases his new single “Just Talking” alongside his fellow Texas comrade That Mexican OT. Get it HERE via Cash Money Records today. Today’s release sets the stage for the release of their joint EP The Show Must Go On, out March 3.

Over a pounding baseline trap beat, Saxkboy KD perfects a delivery made to feel his budding dominance on the Rap scene. That Mexican OT adds a hard-hitting flare as the two rising rappers play off one another with effortless ease. With a project coming out next week, Saxkboy KD plans to reach another level. Keep an eye on the Texas trailer-blazer as he continues to rise.

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About Saxkboy KD

Saxkboy KD ignites a blaze amidst new hip-hop hopefuls. His melodic drawl, a familiar but rebellious rendition of Deep South storytelling, is reminiscent of the late 80s legends of “Dirty Souf” rappers UGK.

High stepping into manhood, Saxkboy KD has already lived a life that rivals most urban fiction. Born at the family reunion in Jasper, Texas, he was destined to be a musically inclined child rocking front porches and living rooms since he was seven while vibing with family and friends to old school RnB hits and soul jams. Some of Saxkboy KD’s earliest Hip-Hop influences were already legends, including Ice Cube & Snoop Dogg, 2Pac, and the Wu-Tang Clan. Their lyrics began to hold new, meaning as Saxkboy KD’s life hit hardest during adolescence.

Before life had truly begun, he was burdened with felony charges when he was just 17 years old. Raised in the streets of Houston’s impoverished hoods, Saxkboy KD experienced a deeper, darker version of “getting it out the mud.” Bracing the responsibility to provide a better life for his family by any means necessary, Saxkboy KD focused on honing his skill and toning his craft. The soulful sounds of RnB sirens like Fantasia, Keyshia Cole, and Beyonce helped him find peace and direction in the hellish “hood” he experienced spending his formative years in prison. Those closest to him, including his elder sister, Yazmyn, encouraged him to focus on his gift of writing to tell his own story.

Released from prison at age 18 and on house arrest, KD was crowned “The Opportunity” by his closest friends and focused on writing while stuck in the house, away from trouble. He had found his voice and set out to tell his story. Back outside in 2021, determined to develop a recording career, Saxkboy KD connected with local Houston rapper, Lil 3rd and started attending showcases and cyphers around town. He received a beat from a childhood friend with similar aspirations and created his first underground hit “Bipolar Depression.” While promoting this project, Saxkboy KD was introduced to Versatile Enterprises’ CEO and founder, SWAC. This union resulted in the creation of 54 songs in 21 days and an introduction to Cash Money Records and the official signing of their first Houston artist.

Loud Luxury × DVBBS × Kane Brown

Global dance music duo Loud Luxury and Canadian brothers DVBBS team up with multi-platinum entertainer Kane Brown to release their new single “Next To You” viaUltra Records/Sony Music Nashville/RCA Records. The upbeat, infectious offering is driven by bursts of synths laced effortlessly with Kane’s soulful vocals. “Next To You” showcases a vibrant collaboration that blends each artist’s distinct styles into one powerhouse single.

Loud Luxury shares, “”Next To You” is a very special song to us. Between taking almost 3 years to perfect it and wanting to do a song with the boys from DVBBS since we all started DJing in Toronto back in the day, it’s been a labor of love. Kane is easily one of the most unique voices in not just country, but in all of music right now. It’s an honor to create something that blends our sound with him. This is the perfect soundtrack for a night to remember with the ones you love and seeing where it takes you.”

DVBBS says, “The minute Kane sent us the demo vocal of “Next To You” we knew this was going to be a special song. Excited to be working with our hometown brothers Loud Luxury together with Kane Brown on this.”

About Loud Luxury:

Loud Luxury is a Canadian-born, Los Angeles-based international touring dance music duo, composed of Andrew Fedyk and Joe De Pace. The group was formed while attending Western University, where after several independent releases and remixes, their career took off with the smash hit “Body.” The song is certified Diamond in Canada and multi-Platinum across 9 countries, accumulating over 1.5 billion streams across all platforms. Since then, the duo released “Love No More” and “I’m Not Alright” (with Bryce Vine) totaling over 400 million streams. In 2020, they released their debut EP Nights Like This, which was supported by a three-month, 60-show bus tour across the U.S. and Canada. The multiple JUNO Award-winners and iHeart Music Awards nominees released their second EP “Holiday Hills” in 2021, and their latest single, “These Nights” (featuring KIDDO), broke top 40 on U.S. Pop Radio. They currently hold a Las Vegas residency with TAO Group at OMNIA, Hakkasan, and Wet Republic. In addition, they perform globally at marquee music festivals and venues, and have amassed an engaging social following with viral hits and remixes.

About DVBBS:

Formed in 2012 in Toronto, Canada, production/DJ duo composed of brothers Christopher van den Hoef and Alexandre van den Hoef. DVBBS have built a strong discography, which has collectively garnered the group platinum sales in nearly a dozen countries and billions of streams to date. DVBBS has collaborated with artists such as Blackbear, Wiz Khalifa, 24kGoldn, Galantis, Quinn XCII, Martin Garrix, Aloe Blacc, Icona Pop, Benny Benassi, Steve Aoki, 2 Chainz, powfu, Alida, Cody Simpson, Johnny Orlando, YBN Nahmir, Roy Woods, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Cheat Codes, Juicy J, and Belly to name a few. Following their 2012 debut EP, ‘Initio,’ DVBBS gained international acclaim via their chart-topping single, “Tsunami,” in 2013. As the duo’s first-ever certified hit, the platinum-selling “Tsunami” today counts billions streams. The 2014 vocal mix of the track, “Tsunami (Jump)” featuring English rapper Tinie Tempah, topped both the UK Singles and UK Dance charts, making DVBBS one of only 13 Canadian artists to ever chart at #1 on the Official UK Singles Chart. DVBBS also count 12 platinum singles via “Tinted Eyes”, “West Coast”, “IDWK”, “Tsunami” and “Not Going Home,” the latter of which also received a Juno Awards nomination for Dance Recording of the Year. They have performed across the world’s top festivals including Lollapalooza, Creamfields, Tomorrowland, EDC, Ultra Music Festival and beyond.

About Kane Brown:

Named as one of Time’s 100 most influential people in the world, Brown has ascended from social media notability to become one of country music’s most accomplished mainstays with eight chart-topping singles to his name. Noted as “the future of country music” (Billboard), Brown first broke onto the scene with the arrival of his self-titled, 2X Platinum debut album (2016), where he became the first artist ever to lead all five of Billboard ’s main country charts simultaneously. His debut effort, Kane Brown, topped the Billboard Top Country Albums chart for 13 weeks and garnered 7X Platinum-certified hits “Heaven” and “What Ifs”-the fourth and seventh most-streamed country songs of all time (U.S. Nielsen Country On-Demand Streams chart). With the release of his follow-up album Experiment (2018), Brown became the only male country artist in more than 24 years to have his sophomore album debut at the top of the Billboard 200.

Following Experiment, Brown released his multi-song project Mixtape Vol. 1 – which earned Brown an ACM Award nomination for Album of the Year (2021) and an ACM win for “Video of the Year.” A CMA, ACM, Billboard, AMA and People’s Choice Award nominee, Brown has collaborated with numerous artists including Grammy and Academy Award winning singer-songwriter H.E.R. (“Blessed & Free,”) DJ Marshmello (2X Platinum “One Thing Right”), Khalid and Swae Lee (3X Platinum “Be Like That”), blackbear (Platinum “Memory”), John Legend (“Last Time I Say Sorry”), Camila Cabello (“Never Be The Same” remix), Brooks & Dunn (“Believe”) and Becky G. (“Lost In The Middle Of Nowhere” remix), Lauren Alaina (7X Platinum “What If’s” and Chris Young (2X Platinum “Famous Friends”), which became Billboard’s 2021 year-end No. 1 Country Airplay Song and earned a CMT Award for “Collaborative Video of the Year.”

His highly anticipated latest album, “Different Man,” debuted Top 2 on the Billboard Country Albums chart and features Brown’s chart-topping singles “One Mississippi” an as well as his current single, “Thank God” featuring his wife Katelyn Brown. “Thank God” debuted with over 10 million on-demand streams, which is Brown’s highest streaming debut to date and just hit #1 at country radio.

Jonas Brothers – Wings

Today, GRAMMY® Award-nominated powerhouse trio Jonas Brothers return with their anxiously-awaited new single “Wings,” out now via Republic Records—listen to “Wings” HERE. “Wings” launches a new era for the band and is the first single from their sixth full-length record—and one of the most anticipated releases of the year—The Album, out May 12^th.

The new song is released alongside the official music video featuring actress and self-proclaimed Jonas Brothers fan Haley Lu Richardson [White Lotus]. Shot in Las Vegas and directed by Josh Rimmey and Zach Williams, the feel-good video includes an impromptu hotel room dance party and surprise cameo by the Jonas Brothers themselves—watch HERE.

Kicking off another chapter, The Album marks Jonas Brothers’ first body of work since 2019’s Platinum-Certified Happiness Begins, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 and spawned the GRAMMY® Award-nominated, 5x-Platinum, Billboard Hot 100 #1 smash hit “Sucker.” Pre-order/Pre-save The Album now HERE.

Executive produced by sonic visionary artist Jon Bellion [Justin Bieber, Maroon 5, Halsey], “Wings” revs up with shimmering keys, as it embraces late 70’s pop with thick bass, hummable synth runs, and heavenly harmonies. Wrapped up with lush guitar, a head-nodding beat, and no shortage of fiery falsetto, it culminates on the instantly chantable chorus “You are the wings I need to fly away.” The band began teasing the song on socials last month to online chatter and debuted it in full for the very first time last weekend at their “Jonas Brothers: Live in Las Vegas” residency.

The Jonas Brothers said, “‘Wings’ is the perfect start to this new chapter for us. Working with Jon pushed us to explore our artistry in a way we never have before. The song is a great first taste of that creative exploration and what’s to come with THE ALBUM.”

Jon Bellion chimed in, saying, “We wanted to wipe the palette clean and demolish every expectation and box the brothers have ever been put into out the gate. We pushed ourselves to launch this thing musically into space while grounding it in a sort of Americana / Laurel Canyon nostalgia. There was a time when structure and composition mattered not only loops and vibes, and we dove into that mind frame. We went so deep into the spirit and energy of the late 70’s, the mustaches and long hair method acting approach started to just become our actual reality. The brothers have a God given ability and talent that deserves this level of record making at this point, and I just wanted to honor how special they are with this music.”

Jonas Brothers notably wrote and recorded The Album with Bellion at the helm. Together, they unlocked the next level for the band, embracing formative influences and igniting their sound from every angle. They delivered an unpredictable, undeniable, and unstoppable record uplifted by their inimitable chemistry and endless creativity.

This is The Album. This is Jonas Brothers in 2023.

THE ALBUM TRACKLIST

“Miracle”
“Montana Sky”
“Wings”
“Sail Away”
“Americana”
“Celebrate!”
“Waffle House”
“Vacation Eyes”
“Summer in the Hamptons”
“Summer Baby”
“Little Bird”
“Walls” feat. Jon Bellion

ABOUT JONAS BROTHERS
Jonas Brothers lean on an unbreakable familial bond to elevate pop music. Standing out as one of the most successful groups of the 21^st century, New Jersey-born brothers—Nick Jonas, Joe Jonas, and Kevin Jonas—have sold north of 20 million albums and counting, garnered two GRAMMY® Award nominations, earned 25 Billboard Hot 100 hits, logged three consecutive #1 debuts on the Billboard 200, and generated billions of streams. Among many accolades, they’ve claimed a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and headlined legendary venues on both coasts, including Madison Square Garden in New York and The Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. In 2019, they notably ignited the comeback of the decade with their Platinum-Certified Republic Records debut, Happiness Begins. It yielded the history-making, 5x-Platinum smash “Sucker,” which minted them as “the first group in the 21^st century to debut at #1 on the Hot 100,” exploded as the “longest running #1 Pop Airplay Single of 2019,” and received a GRAMMY® Award nomination in the category of “Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.” Bowing at #1 on the Billboard 200, Happiness Begins impressively scored the “biggest sales week of 2019 at time of release” and housed the Double-Platinum “Only Human” and platinum “Cool.” The band supported the album with the worldwide “Happiness Begins Tour”—selling over 1.2 million tickets—and the Amazon Original documentaries Chasing Happiness and Happiness Continues. Along the way, the members simultaneously juggled prolific solo careers. However, nothing quite matches their union as Jonas Brothers, and it powers their 2023 full-length The Album, produced by Jon Bellion and introduced by the single “Wings.”

Halsey – Die 4 Me

Halsey shared a solo version of “Die 4 Me.” While they initially began working on the song while recording their chart-topping 2020 album Manic, Halsey’s original verse first appeared alongside Post Malone and Future’s vocals on the 2019 release of “Die for Me.” Listen to “Die 4 Me” HERE and view the accompanying visualizer HERE.

Teasing the release on social media last week, Halsey explained, “It’s been long known in my fanbase that there’s a demo of ‘Die For Me’ with just me on it. I performed my verse on the tour all summer long and since so many people have asked for it, I decided to put my full version out as ‘Die 4 Me’…Big big thanks to @postmalone @louisbell and @future for having me on the original release and co-signing this version finally seeing daylight.”

Combined global streams for 2019’s “Die for Me” are nearing 900 million, and the track is certified Platinum.

About Halsey:

Halsey has amassed more than 50 billion global streams, with over 75 million RIAA-certified adjusted singles and albums sold in the US to date. They are one of the only artists ever to have four different songs hit 1-BILLION streams on Spotify. Her latest album, If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power, was just awarded GOLD by the RIAA. Produced by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, it was GRAMMY-nominated for Best Alternative Music Album at the 64th Annual GRAMMY Awards. It follows the release of Manic, which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Current Albums chart. It was the first album of 2020 to be certified Platinum in the U.S. and attained Platinum certification in numerous other countries. In both 2019 and 2020, Halsey ranked as Top 5 Female Artists on Spotify. In 2023, Halsey will headline the iconic Primavera Festival in Spain.

Halsey continues to push creative boundaries, exerting an influence and impact beyond music. Her first book, I Would Leave Me If I Could: A Collection of Poetry, debuted on The New York Times Best Sellers list in November 2020. Named as one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People of 2020, they have won over 20 awards, including an AMA, MTV VMA, GLAAD Award, the Songwriters Hall of Fame’s Hal David Starlight Award, and a CMT Music Award. In 2021, Halsey introduced about-face, a multi-dimensional makeup line made for everyone, available nationwide in Ulta Beauty stores. Halsey continues to speak up for important causes such as disenfranchised youth, women’s rights, mental health, and the LGBTQ community.

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The Weeknd × Ariana Grande

The Weeknd and Ariana Grande have teamed up for a remix of his single “Die For You” from his highly acclaimed album Starboy. The collaboration comes on the heels of the single’s staggering resurgence, where it has completed “the longest climb to #1 in U.S. radio history,” it has also clinched #1 on the Billboard Radio Songs Chart for two weeks and has been on the Billboard Hot 100 for all of 2023, recently vaulting into the

Top 10, serving as his 16thTop 10 entry on the respective chart. The record also broke into the Top 20 of the Billboard Global 200, scoring his 15th Top 20 in the process.

Fans were given a sneak peek of the collaboration through Ariana’s tik-tok account where she posted herself working on the vocals stating that she wrote and recorded a verse for one of her friends after a 14-hour day on the set of the upcoming Jon M. Chu film WICKED.

The Weeknd’s anticipated Live at SoFi Stadium special with HBO premieres this Saturday February 25th and will also be starring in his new television show, The Idol, (date tba) on HBO alongside Lily-Rose Depp which he wrote and executive produced with Reza Fahim and Sam Levinson.

Live at SoFi Stadium trailer: HERE

Listen to The Weeknd’s new remix of “Die For You” featuring Ariana Grande HERE

About Republic Records

A division of Universal Music Group, the world’s leading music company, Republic Records has been recognized by Billboard as the industry’s #1 label over the last 10 years. It is home to an all-star roster of multi-platinum, award-winning legends and superstar artists such as Ariana Grande, Billy Porter, Bo Burnham, Ciara, Clairo, Coi Leray, Conan Gray, Daddy Yankee, Drake, Eddie Vedder, G Herbo, Glass Animals, Florence + the Machine, Greta Van Fleet, Hailee Steinfeld, Jack Johnson, James Blake, James Bay, Jessie J, Jimmy Fallon, John Legend, John Mellencamp, Jonas Brothers, Julia Michaels, Kid Cudi, Kim Petras, Lil Wayne, Lorde, Metro Boomin, NAV, Nicki Minaj, Of Monsters and Men, Pearl Jam, Post Malone, Seth MacFarlane, Stevie Wonder, Swedish House Mafia, Taylor Swift, The Weeknd, Twice, TXT, and more. Founded by brothers and chief executives Monte and Avery Lipman, it is also comprised of innovative business ventures, including American Recordings, Boominati Worldwide, Brushfire, Casablanca Records, Cash Money, Federal Films, HYBE, Imperial, JYP, Lava Records, Mercury Records, Republic Records: Kids & Family, Republic Nashville, Universal Arabic Music, Uptown Records, Victor Victor, Wicked Money Family, XO, Young Money, among others.

Paris Jackson – Bandaid

Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, actress, and activist paris jackson unveils her new single “bandaid” out today via Republic Records—listen HERE.

Drawing influences from 90’s grunge and alternative, the spirited anthem was sonically inspired by Interpol, Smashing Pumpkins, and Nirvana and lyrically inspired by Andy Hull and Conor Oberst. It follows her critically acclaimed 2022 singles “just you” and “lighthouse.” Last fall, paris debuted “bandaid” live for the first time with a stripped-back, acoustic performance for SPIN—watch it HERE.

Of the song, paris says, “this is the type of music i used to dream of making myself when i was 14 discovering nirvana and pixies for the first time. lyrically it’s the most raw and vulnerable i’ve ever been in any of my songs. it’s the first track i’ve truly let loose and yelled on in the studio, which you can hear in the third chorus, and i feel like that’s why it had to be the title track for my next record.”

She continues, “i’m grateful to have also started producing, and simon oscroft has been the perfect partner to do that with after having learned everything i know from andy and Rob in the studio previously. i’m also deeply honored by my good friend anthony salazar, who, when i said, ‘hit those drums harder than Tommy Lee on wild side,’ did just that. i hope there are people out there that get from it what i got from albums like “i’m wide awake, it’s morning” by bright eyes, a record that truly made me feel heard and understood from the inside out.”

paris is currently on tour with The Silversun Pickups across North America—see the upcoming dates below. Last year, she hit the road with The Revivalists, Courteeners, and Royal & the Serpent, in addition to performing her own headline shows in New York and Los Angeles and making her debut at SXSW and Boston Calling. Not to mention, this summer, she’ll perform at more US festivals, including BottleRock and Bonnaroo.

In 2020, paris delivered her debut album, wilted, joined by collaborators Andy Hull and Robert McDowell of Manchester Orchestra. Upon arrival, it captured #1 on the iTunes US Alternative Albums Chart and incited the applause of NPR, Rolling Stone, Associated Press, Entertainment Weekly, E! News, People, NME, NYLON, Refinery29, WWD, and more. Additionally, she ignited late-night television with an emotionally charged rendition of “let down” on Jimmy Kimmel LIVE!. paris remained prolific in 2021 with The Struts’ collaboration “Low Key In Love,” before sharing the lost EP as a surprise gift for her fans in early 2022. Last summer, paris re-introduced herself with an honest and raw signature sound, marked by singles “lighthouse” and “just you.” Inspired by 90’s bands like Weezer and Marvelous 3, “lighthouse” was produced by singer, songwriter, musician, and producer Butch Walker and features Mike McCready of Pearl Jam on guitar. paris debuted the song with an electrifying live performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

UPCOMING TOUR DATES

2/24                 Bogart’s Cincinnati, OH*
2/25                 Tempe Beach Park Tempe, AZ*
2/28                 The Hall Little Rock, AR*
3/2                   House of Blues New Orleans, LA*
3/4                   Aztec Theatre San Antonio, TX*
3/5                   Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall Fort Worth, TX*
3/7                   House of Blues Houston, TX*
3/9                   Emo’s Austin, TX*
5/26                 BottleRock Festival                         Napa, CA
6/15                 Bonnaroo Festival Manchester, TN
*supporting The Silversun Pickups

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Why are electric cars getting more expensive?

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Electric vehicles from Tesla and other companies have always been expensive. Their price is steeper now, thanks to the rising cost of raw materials and other factors. We will explain why buying an electric vehicle is costlier nowadays. Learn more next.

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Electric vehicles are a fresh idea requiring further development. Unlike typical combustion engine cars and hybrid vehicles, EVs use different systems. Hence, developing them requires doing expensive research and development projects.

Companies like Tesla and Rivian spend more money on research and development alone. They produce fewer cars and must allocate the higher research and development costs to only those items. Regarding R&D costs, it is cheaper to make a regular hybrid or gasoline/diesel vehicle than an electric one.

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A comparable combustion engine car costs 125 percent less to construct. The EV industry buys its raw materials for making battery cells from Russia. Since Russia triggered a war in Ukraine, the price of these battery cells has increased as the supply chains continue to crash.

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The cost of producing electric vehicles is higher than most small and medium manufacturers can afford. Thus, Tesla, Revian, and Ford might enjoy less rivalry for a long time. Fewer competitors mean higher prices for electric cars. The hefty EV prices might continue until more producers penetrate the EV industry.

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When the first electric car emerged, it was expensive. The cars that followed were also expensive. Hence, customers do not expect the price of an EV to be small. Manufacturers take advantage of this perception by raising the cost of their EVs. If some competitors create cheaper electric vehicles, this might help change the customers’ view.

Electric vehicles are expensive to insure

People view EVs as a status symbol. If some of them have the money, they will not hesitate to pay a higher price to improve their status in society. Moreover, an EV is more expensive to insure because of its luxuriousness.

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For ordinary customers, it is cheaper to buy a regular vehicle than an electric one these days. An EV does not pollute the environment, but it is out of reach for most ordinary buyers. Its cost has almost tripled in only two years and might stay that way for several months.

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online gambling is heavily regulated globally and the provider has to comply with the requirements in your region of operation.

2. High volume transactions

Online gambling is a 24-hour business and users from across the globe transact at any time. A provider is supposed to monitor and honor all transactions without compromising on possible financial risks.

3. Chargeback rates

Fraud attempts are common on online sites and the provider should be able to handle them accordingly.

4. Fraud and Money laundering risk

The payment gateway provider is faced with this issue and regulations require they put in place measures to counter these.

5. Heavy site Traffic

This is a common issue with online casinos. Millions of users will visit the casino and the payment gateway sites and this can be overwhelming.

Choosing the Best-Rated Payment Methods

Online casinos provide various methods of deposit and withdrawal of funds to their users. It is therefore wise to familiarize oneself with the house rules before you commit to being a member of the site. Additionally, the gamer should understand the payment methods that are easy, convenient, and safe for them.

Security and privacy are major concerns for anyone transacting online, including gamblers. In fact, the online casino sector is a primary target for fraud and cyberattacks.

Cases have been reported in the past of some sites losing millions through fraudulent transfers, therefore your safety and privacy come first and these are factors to consider when choosing the right payment method:

Regulatory compliance for online casinos-the ideal payment gateway should comply with your region’s security and financial standards.
Variety of payment channels-with the advancement in tech collaborations across payment channels are a norm. Gamers should be able to transact within and across various payment channels including digital wallets, crypto, wire transfers, and many others.
Turn-around time and Fees-the user will prefer a payment method that is fast and does not charge hefty fees.
Security-an ideal payment method should guarantee the safe keeping of the gamer’s money and confidential data. The provider should be able to secure the funds from fraud and money laundering.

Available Payment Methods for Safe Online Casino Play

On top of the list of the safest and most convenient payment methods for online casinos include:

Crypto-currencies

Most gamers prefer crypto and the reason is apparent. The digital currency has revolutionized global payments. Users do not have to open an account or fill out a form in order to transact. It is particularly one of the best for those who would like to operate anonymously.

Crypto transactions are fast, safe, and provably fair. The currency itself also appreciates in value most of the time, giving an added advantage to the gamer. On the downside, not everyone is familiar with crypto posing the challenge of difficulty in getting the first coin. There is also the risk of losing all your coins if it is sent to the wrong address. Finally, its volatility is an issue crippling crypto.

Virtual Visa Cards

These are comparable to the usual credit and debit cards, but have an expiry date and are prepaid. The cards tend to be worthless once existing funds have been utilized and you will have to buy another one.

With Visa cards being accepted globally this payment method allows gamers to play on top casinos. It can be used in the place of your actual Visa or debit card and hence preferable for anyone who dislikes sharing their card details while transacting online. They are easy to use and safe. Unfortunately, these cards expire and are not ideal for high stakes. You cannot also withdraw huge winnings to a virtual Visa card.

E-wallets

These are the most popular global payment methods. They include PayPal, Skrill, EcoPayz, Neteller, and WebMoney. Many other have come up across the globe and they provide a safe, easy, and convenient way of shopping and gambling online.

Some of the advantages of e-wallets include; being user-friendly, globally accepted, trusted brands, secure, fast, and facilitating deposits and withdrawals. Contrarily, gamers have to incur fees while transacting. They also tend to be extremely strict in terms of compliance.

Voucher Systems

Casino voucher systems are a popular payment method for gamblers since it makes it possible for them to manage their wagering habits. It is one of the best ways of setting a preferred wagering limit.

High-stake games can be tempting and the gamer might end up depleting their savings. The voucher thus serves to restrict the gamer from spending beyond what is set on the voucher.

Other Payment Methods

Online casinos have also put in place some other payment methods for gamers; Bank or wire transfer, Mobile Credits, E-checks, Debit/Credit cards, and Instant transfers.

Conclusion

Options are unlimited when it comes to payment methods that are safe for online casino play. Depositing or cashing out funds from your Europa casino has never been safe, easy, and convenient as it is presently. You can always find the right payment method that will meet your needs. Among the factors to check out include fees, flexibility, security, TAT or turn-around time, and verified reviews.