Sabrina! Addison! Primavera! Our pop culture queens have certainly kept us on our toes this week. And if you’ve been too busy blitzing through your inbox to catch the latest buzz, don’t fret — we’ve got you covered. Here are the headlines you’ll want to be dropping to your pals over a crisp bev this weekend.
What a week it’s been for pop culture — a wild and wonderful ride from start to finish! Things kicked off with Sabrina Carpenter hinting at an exciting new chapter, while Addison Rae dropped her highly anticipated debut album — a sexy, fun, and energetic launch that firmly stakes her claim in the spotlight. The party then moved to Barcelona for Primavera Sound, where Charli XCX and Troye Sivan had us dancing (and sweating — pardon the pun) nonstop, Miss Carpenter kept the buzz going with more teasers, and Chappell Roan had the crowd belting every word of “Pink Pony Club.”
But the excitement didn’t stop there. Across the pond, NYC side-eyed the Spanish bender and said, “Hold my coffee” — enter Gov Ball. Role Model and Conan Gray surprised us with a duo (and a smooch!) we didn’t know we needed, and Olivia Rodrigo teamed up with David Byrne for yet another unforgettable on-stage moment.
Back on British soil, Queen Bey touched down in London, Lorde spilled the tea on her admiration for Tate McRae during a chat with Jake Shane (we’re here for this potential dream collab), and Hailey Bieber tapped Babygirl’s Harris Dickinson as the new face of Rhode. And that’s just the warm-up. So, ready to dive into this week’s freshest pop culture moments? Let’s get into it.
She’s Back Again: Sabrina Carpenter Isn’t Slowing Down
Just last week, our favourite blondie, Sabrina Carpenter, surprised fans with the release of her brand new single “Manchild” — and naturally, the internet went wild. The track instantly had everyone buzzing, wondering: is this the start of a new era, or just a playful summer drop to fuel the festival season? Well, wonder no more. Not only did Sabrina deliver the song of the summer, but she’s also giving us the full package.
Well, now we know: a brand new album, titled Man’s Best Friend, is on the horizon. While the album cover is already dividing the internet (classic Sabrina chaos), there’s no doubt she’s about to serve another round of infectious bops and emotional ballads. The project drops August 29 and features production from none other than Jack Antonoff — who collaborated with her on “Manchild” and parts of her last album, Short n’ Sweet. If that’s any indication, we’re in for another unforgettable record.
Get ready to dance, cry, and stream on repeat — Sabrina’s back, and she’s not letting up.
Addison Rae’s Album Era is Here!
Last Friday, Addison gave birth to her first album — the highly anticipated self-titled Addison. And honestly, it’s everything we wanted and more. It’s fun, it’s sexy, a stellar summer listen. And for a debut, Miss Rae is absolutely killing it.
From catchy pop anthems to sultry slow jams, Addison shows off her range, with standout tracks that highlight her versatility and vibe. But that’s just the beginning. Right after dropping the album, Addison stepped into The Box in New York City for her first live performance of the album — and she crushed it! Vocals, looks, stage presence — she brought it all. And she’s popped up in London this week to do the same. This girl doesn’t stop!
She also had a cosy chat and cooking session with Quenlin Blackwell. If you haven’t watched it yet, you’re missing out. The queen spilled some major life tea — including that she used to run a One Direction fan account, pretending to be the band members.
Fans and celebs alike are buzzing, calling her the new pop queen. So don’t sleep on the album — stream Addison now and catch her next show if she’s coming your way!
FOMO Alert: Primavera Sound Was Everything!
If you weren’t in Barcelona this weekend, you definitely had major FOMO — because literally everyone was there, including us, sorry!
The weekend kicked off with our favorite duo, Charli XCX and Troye Sivan, who once again gave everything on stage. We’re officially begging them for a SWEAT Tour across Europe and the UK ASAP!
And can we talk about our Apple Queen? Yep, Chappell Roan showed up and absolutely delivered — exactly what we needed to lift our spirits.
But wait, there’s more! Sabrina Carpenter, our favourite Blondie, arrived rocking a fresh festival look, swapping out her usual Short & Sweet vibes for something new. Plus, the stage design got a sleek revamp to match. She debuted her brand-new single, “Manchild,” and, naturally, the crowd went wild.
To close out the weekend, our third Powerpuff girl, the Pink Pony Club Princess herself, took the stage once more for an unforgettable performance. Honestly, that was a weekend to remember. Can we PLEASE get these stars on tour together so we can relive the magic?
Gov Ball Girlies: Festival Moment We Wish We Witnessed
As if the weekend couldn’t get any more iconic after Primavera, NYC said not so fast — and gave us Gov Ball 2025. Another round of jaw-dropping performances, surprise moments, and pure pop power.
It kicked off with Role Model, who lit up the stage and had the crowd all in — and then casually brought out Conan Gray as his Sally. And that cheeky kiss everyone’s obsessing over? Yup. We’re still recovering.
Later, Conan took the stage solo and fully stepped into his new era. The visuals were dreamy, the vocals were on point, and the tease for his next album has us all buzzing.
Then Olivia Rodrigo showed up and reminded us why she’s the main pop girl. She served vocals, energy, insane face cards — but the moment that stole the show? When she brought out David Byrne from Talking Heads to perform “Burning Down the House”.
Between Gov Ball and Primavera, this weekend was a full-on pop culture marathon — and honestly, we wouldn’t want it any other way.
Queen Bey Lands in The UK!
This ain’t Texas, but honestly, we love it anyway! Our Queen Bey has finally touched down in the UK for a series of shows across London, and the hype is real. The snippets and visuals already shared from the tour are looking insanely promising — think iconic looks that only Beyoncé can pull off, jaw-dropping stage setups, and moments that will be etched in our memories forever.
From what we’ve seen, the show is serving up a wild mix of everything: fierce choreography, mind-blowing visuals, and yes, even a flying car cruising around the stadium — because of course, it’s Beyoncé, and she does things BIG. We’re also expecting some heartwarming, magical moments featuring Blue Ivy and Rumy that’ll have fans swooning and crying all at once.
If this is just the start of the UK leg, we’re counting down the days until we can experience the full Queen Bey extravaganza live. London, get ready — the Beyhive has officially landed, and she’s here to reign.
Lorde Hearts Tate McRae
That Lorde is a queen? We already knew. But somehow, she keeps giving us more reasons to stan. Last week, she joined Jake Shane on his podcast Therapuss, and let’s just say — it was iconic. Not only did she drop a few hints about her upcoming album Virgin (yes, we’re already counting down), but she also casually revealed that she’s been loving Tate McRae lately. And when we tell you the internet spiraled? It spiraled.
Because now… we need this collab. Desperately. Emotionally. Spiritually. Imagine the haunting pop brilliance of Lorde paired with Tate’s dancey heartbreak anthems? Too powerful.
Jake Shane, of course, nearly lost it. He’s not just a mega fan of Lorde; he’s also a longtime friend of Tate. Bestie, the stars are aligned. You have the power. You must make this happen. For the people. Manifesting this duo as we speak.
Harris Dickinson X Rhode
Talk about an unexpected — yet brilliant — collab! Miss Hailey Bieber keeps proving she’s a powerhouse, and this latest move is no exception. Shortly after announcing Rhode’s launch at Sephora in the U.S., Canada, and U.K., and her billion-dollar deal with E.L.F. Beauty, Hailey surprised us all by naming Harris Dickinson as the new face of her beauty and skincare brand.
And yes, we’re officially obsessed.
Rhode’s campaign game is always on point — they’ve worked with Claudia Schiffer, Alex Consani, and Tate McRae, so casting Harris Dickinson to promote their new Glazing Mist was pure genius. Should we start placing bets on who’s Rhode’s next poster boy? Pedro Pascal would be a hit, just saying…
Words – Duda Albonico
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