The first scene opens with Jocelyn posing in front of the camera and being asked to portray different emotions; laughing openly before suddenly crying. She wears a red silk kimono with black lace detailing, inspired by one Marilyn Monroe wore for a Slim Aarons photoshoot in 1955.

The costume designer for the show, Natasha Newman-Thomas, who also worked on The Wolf of Wall Street, described the ‘elegant chaos’ of the original photo as inspiration for Jocelyn’s kimono.

The show has an all star cast, with Blackpink’s Jennie Kim playing a dancer and friend, and the pilot being shot at The Weeknd’s house. The Weeknd’s character, Tedros, is portrayed as a sleazy man who Jocelyn is attracted to after meeting in a nightclub, because he gives her the sense of freedom she can’t have because of her career in the spotlight. 

The clothing choices on the show were made to say a lot about each character, with Natasha Newman-Thomas telling E-News that, while Jocelyn’s outfits may show a lot of skin, they are actually meant to distract from who she really is. “There’s an innate mystery to anyone you idolise”. Natasha told E-News, “you see the façade and the persona, but there’s a mystery to what goes on behind the scenes.” She also added that pop superstars have to wear unattainable clothing to keep the ‘fantasy status’. 

The show so far has set up a fascinating story and we can’t wait for the next episode this Sunday. In the meantime, let’s look at some of Jocelyn’s looks from the series so far: 

 In this photo, Jocelyn wears the Merano Knit Mini Dress from Aya Muse in blue from the resort 22 collection. The semi-transparent dress features vertical stripes and she has paired it with a silk evening bag with diamanté chains. 

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For this look, Jocelyn wears a pink metallic custom bodysuit from Nusi Quero, with panelled corset details and embellished pants. 

This more casual look consists of a strapless velvet v-neck bustier from Saint Laurent with black booty shorts and vintage Chanel sunglasses. 

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Spotted while filming in Los Angeles, Lily-Rose wore this Dolce & Gabbana floral satin halter-neck jumpsuit set from the early 2000s. 

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In this scene, Lily’s character wears a custom black floral lacy dress from Taiwanese designer Shawna Wu, inspired by the SS22 collection. 

So far, the fashion in this show is amazing and we can’t wait to see more looks as the series goes on! 

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The duo have revamped the fifth single from The Weeknd’s 2017 album Starboy adding goosebump-inducing harmonies with Ariana’s angelic soprano delicately layered over Abel’s distinctive falsetto. It now sits at number six on the Billboard Hot 100 and seems to be creeping its way up the charts. 

Grande and Tessfaye teased the collab with the former sharing a TikTok in which she appears to be singing and cutting vocal takes after a day of filming the movie adaptation of Wicked (part one of which is set to come out late next year). “Wrote and recorded a verse for my friend after a 14-hour day on set,” Grande captioned the video, “This certain exception had to be made”. Fans can hear faint isolated vocals from the singer that feature on the track in the video.

Last year, inspired by Kenny Beats praising female producers, The Weeknd tweeted his admiration for Grande’s production skills tweeting “i’ve seen Ariana work in real time. That woman is a BEAST on pro tools”.

Though Abel was dropping fire mixtapes before he met Grande it was their collab on ‘Love Me Harder’ that lit the fuse for his career. Whilst working on the song he was introduced to Swedish producer and songwriter to the stars Max Martin for the first time. The two have since worked on some of The Weeknd’s biggest hits including ‘Can’t Feel My Face’, ‘Hardest to Love’, ‘Blinding Lights’, ‘In Your Eyes’, and ‘Save Your Tears’, as well as becoming close friends. Abel acknowledged in an interview with Variety, “Ariana was kinda my foot in the door with Max, my chance to show him ‘I can play this game,’ y’know?”.

‘Die For You’ marks Ariana and Abel’s fourth collaboration having previously worked together on ‘Save Your Tears’, ‘Love Me Harder’, and ‘Off the Table’. We’re praying that Ariana joins The Weeknd on stage during his upcoming After Hours til Dawn tour – keep your fingers crossed.

Following the resurgence the track received in 2022 due to its popularity on TikTok, it was rereleased for Contemporary Hit Radio. SZA revealed she was considering releasing a remix of the same track with her own verse on her latest album SOS. Whilst it was sadly cut from the original album it still might make the deluxe version which is rumoured to have ten bonus tracks.

In other news, if you haven’t quite got your Weeknd fix his episodic concert film The Weeknd Live at Sofi Stadium was released on HBO Max on the 25^th February. The series lets fans who were unable to snag tics to see the maestro experience the first leg of his sold-out tour from their living room.

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Lily Rose Depp and Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye star in this very messed up romantic drama set in Hollywood. Created by Tesfaye and the mastermind behind Euphoria, Sam Levison, we’re expecting that this gritty drama will show us the glamour of stardom as well as reveal the dark underbelly of Tinseltown. The show is produced by A24 who have brought us some of the best films of last year such as Everything Everywhere All At Once, The Whale, X, Bodies Bodies Bodies, and Aftersun.

The show’s been in development since 2021 but it was revealed (perhaps accidentally!) by HBO’s Chairman and CEO Casey Bloys in a livestream during the Global Demand Awards that after the fourth season of The Succession we can expect to receive The Idol on our screens. As The Succession season four will run until the end of May we’re hoping The Weeknd’s brainchild will premiere in sometime in June.

The HBO original focuses on Jocelyn, played by Depp, a gorgeous young pop idol struggling to reclaim her title as the sexiest star in America after a nervous breakdown causes her last tour to be cancelled. When the mysterious and enigmatic self-help guru Tedros, played by the Weeknd, catches her eye in a club, the two embark on a fiery love affair, which will either save them or break them (our money’s on break).

Musician Troye Sivan, star of Shiva Baby and Bodies Bodies Bodies Rachel Sennott, rising actress Suzanna Son, Schitt’s Creek’s Dan Levy, and BLACKPINK‘s Jennie (in her acting debut) will all play a part in bringing The Idol to life.

In an interview with Elle last November, Depp said the biggest challenge when embodying Jocelyn was “understanding how alone you can feel, even when everybody’s watching you”. Pop idols Madonna, Britney Spears, and Mariah Carey were all used as reference points for Depp’s transformation. The actress also said she felt blessed to be working with Levinson and Tesfaye who are, “two people who make me feel incredibly safe and protected”. She called Tesfaye, “a really good friend who’s had my back”, saying, “We’ve gone on this wild ride together. It was a first for both of us in a lot of ways”.

So far, the three teaser trailer suggests the show will be packed with flashy convertibles, bright lights, sparkling mansions, slinky outfits, plenty of booze, sexy strip teases, many many drugs, and a crazy amount of sexual tension between the two leads. So basically, everything we love in a TV show. June can’t come soon enough.

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The Weeknd – ‘Call Out My Name’

The Weeknd is this generation’s master of love songs so it was tough to pick just one song of his our playlist. We settled on ‘Call Out My Name’ the stripped-back R&B ballad with a booming bassline that you’ll want to serenade your lover with. The lyric ‘call out my name when I kiss you so gently’ is sure to have them swooning.

Al Green – ‘Let’s Stay Together’

The smoothest love song around. Al Green’s ‘Let’s Stay Together’ is essential in any Valentine’s playlist. Play this heartfelt slow number this year and promise your partner you’ll love them “whether times are good or bad, happy or sad”.

Sade – ‘By Your Side’

This lush laid-back number from Sade will set the mood for a romantic evening whatever your plans are this Valentine’s Day. In the lyrics to ‘By Your Side’ Sade promises to always comfort her lover and lift them up. How much more romantic can you get?

Beyoncé – ‘Love On Top’

Beyoncé’s ‘Love on Top’ will have you feeling like Juliet as you bop along to this throwback with your Romeo. With four key changes and that beautiful whistle tone, the singer demonstrates why she’s number one on this track. Just like Beyoncé sings we hope you’ll be smiling ear to ear with this jubilant showstopper.

Frank Ocean – ‘Thinkin Bout You’

The certified platinum song ‘Thinkin Bout You’ is the perfect way to hint to your crush your feelings for them. The lyrics in the smooth modern R&B classic intimately express the longing that Ocean feels towards his crush and how he wonders if they feel the same way back. The silky production and Ocean’s gorgeous falsetto will have you feeling some type of way.

Steve Lacy – ‘Bad Habit’

‘Bad Habit’ took the world by storm last year with the song trending on TikTok and peaking at number one on the Billboard top 100. The yearning Lacy expresses in the lyrics paired with the dreamy backing vocals and sweet guitar riffs makes this song totally romantic. You and your crush will be harmonising to it together in no time.

Lana Del Rey – ‘Video Games’

‘Video Games’ is an early number from Lana’s catalogue but it’s still romantic as ever detailing Lana’s devotion to her lover. The singer is at the height of her glamourous Americana tragedy in this sweet song you can sway with your partner to. Lana’s crooning “it’s you, it’s you, it’s all for you/everything I do” is bound to get you feeling soppy.

Rihanna – ‘Love On the Brain’

Rihanna’s doo-wop and soul-inspired ballad ‘Love on the Brain’ has us all making gooey eyes. Rihanna channels a mix between Amy Winehouse and Etta James to bring us a romance song for the ages. It’s another necessity for a magical Valentine’s evening.

Prince – Purple Rain

The late great Prince knew the secrets to the heart. Though it’s sort of a breakup song it still conveys deep love and soul that means it would be a shame to discount it. This timeless classic is full of emotion and perfect for slow dancing with your lover around the living room.

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Sexy, mysterious, anxious, and leather-clad in a cold city full of neon lights – The Weeknd’s new 80s inspired music video for ‘Is There Someone Else’ is a dream-like maze where masked figures search for gorgeous women that are out of reach. 

‘Is There Someone Else?’ was released on the 7^th January and currently has over 4.2M views on YouTube and is trending at number nine. The Weeknd teased the new video on his Instagram on the 3^rd January in a post that celebrates Dawn Fm’s one year anniversary.

The song is from Abel Tesfaye’s, better known as The Weeknd, fifth studio album Dawn FM which was released on 7^th January last year. The album is an exquisite experimental mix of 80s synthpop, disco, and R&B where the listener in a state of purgatory is guided through their last night on earth by an easy listening radio station ‘103.5 Dawn Fm’. ‘Is There Someone Else?’ is the sixth song off Dawn FM to be given a video.

The video upholds the dark moody aesthetic that the other videos from the album have displaying a corrupt almost unreal world. Set in a city at dusk Abel is led into an apartment by a beautiful woman (Mackenzee Wilson) who proceeds to sensually dance for him through a lit window. Spying on the couple is a man who is presumably the women’s boyfriend, an eerie figure wearing a plastic mask of Abel’s face (also played by Abel), who peers at the woman through a telescope and watches images of her on film slides. Though he attempts to catch the two he fails finding only the telescope he was watching them through.

The duo Cliqua from California, consisting of RJ Sanchez and Pasqual Gutierrez, directed the video. They have worked with stars such as Bad Bunny on his video for ‘Bichyal’ featuring Yaviah, ROSALÍA and Ozuna on the video for ‘Yo x Ti, Tu x Mi’, and Travis Scott on the video for ‘beibs in the trap’. They are frequent collaborators with the Weeknd having directed the videos for ‘Sacrifice’, ‘Take My Breath’, ‘Out of Time’, ‘Too Late’, creatively directed the video for ‘How Do I Make You Love Me?’, as well as directing the cultural reset ‘Save My Tears’ in which is almost Abel is unrecognisable.

The Weeknd is currently in the midst of his global tour After Hours Til Dawn which commended back in the United States in July 2022 and is set to conclude in Latin America in October 2023.

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FKA twigs featuring Rema – jealousy

January 14th saw the release of FKA twigs’ highly anticipated album ‘CAPRISONGS’ (named perfectly for a Capricorn season release). Twigs has described this album as a ‘journey back to herself through amazing collaborators and friends’, which we feel is a joy to listen to. You can feel that twigs pushed to intertwine aspects of her life throughout this album, with voice notes and recordings of her friends’ conversations used in many songs, creating a personal experience when listening to the album in full. The record is bursting with collaborations, coming from the likes of Pa Salieu, Rema, Jorja Smith and The Weeknd. 

Adele – Oh My God 

Now, we all know this track came out with Adele’s album ‘30’ back in November, but we are a sucker for a good music video! Perhaps one of the most upbeat Adele tracks, this video accentuates the song’s euphoric feeling with a fun and artistic angle. Throughout the video, Adele is sat amongst a large group of dancers, who deliver a contemporary and modern performance using chairs as props. At the end of the video, a chair is set alight, delivering a final blow to this monumental video and song. 

Poppy Ajudha – Holiday From Reality

Sometimes, January can have you feeling all kinds of blue, leaving you wishing you were on holiday. If you’re looking for some relatability in your playlist, don’t hesitate to add this gem from Poppy Ajudha! Coming to you as a warm track bursting with soul, ‘Holiday From Reality’ is getting us ready for Ajudha’s upcoming album ‘THE POWER IN US’, to be released on March 14th. We can’t get enough of the track’s main hook;

“It’s driving me crazy, the way I’m moving lately, only thing that can save me now, I think I need a holiday from this reality” 

We feel you girl! 

Jordan Stephens (feat. Miraa May) – Big Bad Mood

Ironically called ‘Big Bad Mood’, this track has done nothing but lift our spirits since first listening on January 14th! Brought to us by Jordan Stephens (who you may remember from the iconic Rizzle Kicks), this song serves as the second teaser for his upcoming album ‘Let Me Die Inside Of You’, which we can’t wait to hear!

Abby Roberts – Paramaniac

With over 17 million TikTok followers, it’s safe to say Abby has made a name for herself in the social media world. But, she is now taking an interest in the music industry, having released her debut single ‘Paramaniac’ on January 13th. The track could easily be a backing track used on one of Abby’s relatable videos she often posts on TikTok regarding mental health, and it’s clear that the lyrics of this song have a special meaning to Abby. 

Chronicles- Cordae Featuring H.E.R. and Lil Durk

Coming as part of Cordae’s latest album ‘From a Birds Eye View’, this track delivers a chilled-out, rich R&B sound that will get you vibing along with the infectious beat. If you like what you hear, don’t forget to check out Cordae’s album! With collaborations from the likes of Lil Wayne, Eminem, Stevie Wonder and Gunna, it’s safe to say you won’t be left disappointed! 

Raveena – Rush

Delivering some culture into our playlists this month is the groundbreaking, Raveena. Released on January 14th, the track is an ode to Bollywood which takes us on a journey of a Punjabi princess travelling through space. Speaking on the track, Raveena said;

“The song was the genesis of me exploring a more intense marriage between Bollywood sounds and the pop/R&B music that I grew up on in America.” 

And, with Raveena recently signing to Warner Records, we suspect that 2022 could be a big year for the rising star. 

The Weeknd – Sacrifice

If you haven’t already listened to The Weeknd’s latest album ‘Dawn FM’, you need to! Expanding on the retro 80s influence heard in ‘Blinding Lights’, this album is sure to tick many boxers for listeners. Similarly to The Weeknd’s previous album ‘After Hours’, he commits to a character throughout the record, creating a cohesive effect to his artistry. The album also comes with a concept, in which ‘Dawn FM’ acts as a radio station to transition you to the other side. Our favourite track is ‘Sacrifice’, which encapsulates the 80s energy, paired with a creative and visually virtuosic music video.  

Katy Perry – When I’m Gone

Currently causing a stir in Vegas, we couldn’t help but include Katy’s recent release for you to check out! If you’re looking for a song to get yourself hyped up and in a good mood, ‘When I’m Gone’ is the one for you. The track sees Perry team up with Alesso to create a vibrant dance-pop style song, sure to get you up and moving!

Stromae – L’enfer 

We are so excited for Stromae’s upcoming album ‘Multitude’ on March 4th, marking over eight years since his last album! His latest track ‘L’enfer’ has given us an insight into what we could be in for, with a much more personal meaning than his previous big hits. ‘L’enfer’ sees Stromae open up on his battle with suicidal thoughts, as he sings candidly over a haunting choir and piano accompaniment. 

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For The Weeknd, ‘Tears In The Club’ comes after a string of exciting collaborations, having recently teamed up with Rosalia for ‘LA FAMA’’ and Post Malone for ‘One Right Now’. 

The song was co-produced by Arca, Cirkut, and El Guincho, resulting in an electronic R&B dance style sure to get you moving whilst thinking about troubles in your love life. 

This is the first time twigs and The Weeknd have collaborated, and we have to say, their sounds match together seamlessly. It’s a song that could feature on either artist’s album, as both unique styles are showcased in the best way possible. 

Another highlight of this pairing is the music video, which sees the duo’s faces soaked with tears as they sing lyrics surrounding the concept of wishing they weren’t tied down by someone else. Similarly to The Weeknd’s video with Rosalia, he remains seated whilst twigs performs a dance routine. Twigs then goes on to perform choreo with a large group, further showcasing her incredible talents. 

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Although this year’s VMA’s was wildly different from years previous, that doesn’t mean there weren’t any incredible moments for us to enjoy throughout the show. The VMA’s was the first major awards broadcast to broadcast since the coronavirus pandemic. However, from extraordinary performances to dazzling red carpet looks, this socially distanced edition of the VMA’s still had it all.

Keke Palmer hosted the event from an outdoor set somewhere near the Empire State Building, and the ceremony began with a pre-recorded video honouring Chadwick Boseman, whom tragically died at age 43 on Friday. Boseman was “a true hero”, said Palmer, “not just on screen, but in everything he did”.

As the night continued the awards were handed out, and it was none other than pop heavyweight, Lady Gaga who dominated by picking up no less than five awards, including the newly added Tricon award. Tricon award recognises an artist who is highly accomplished across three or more disciplines). Other winners included The Weeknd for best video for blinding lights, Megan Thee Stallion’s Savage for best hip hop, Taylor Swift for best direction for The Man, Maluma’s Que Pena for best Latin, On by BTS for best pop and Doja Cat for the best new artist. Some other awards were added to fit these strange times with the categories best music video from Home which went to Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande and best Quarantine Performance which was awarded to CNCO.

As always, the performances were nothing short of spectacular. The Weeknd opened up the show with a spectacular performance of “Blinding Lights” over 1000ft in the air on top of a Manhattan Skyscraper. At the same time, fireworks explode over the water behind him. Doja Cat performed hits like ‘Say So and “Like That” while dressed in a scaled iridescent catsuit, surrounded by a colourful otherworldly set. Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga both wore face masks during their performances after Lady Gaga said “I might sound like a broken record, but wear a mask, it’s a sign of respect” during her awards speech. Other notable performances included BTS, Jack Harlow and Miley Cyrus who referenced her “Wrecking Ball” video from seven years ago by riding a disco wrecking ball this time around at the back end of her performance.

Throughout the night there were many calls for unity and racial justice with Palmer stating that the unjust killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and countless others have demonstrated that young people will “step up, take the fight to the streets and make sure they’re heard.” Rapper DaBaby performed Rockstar while standing on a police car with a sign saying, “stop killing us” and The Weeknd, during a subdued acceptance speech, said, “like I said, hard to celebrate, so I’m just going to say: justice for Jacob Blake and Breonna Taylor”.

The night ended on a good note with The Black Eyed Peas performing 2010’s “I’ve Got A Feeling” which had us all reminiscing of better times and Will.i.am had the final words of the night with “I know it’s tough right now, but we’ve gotta keep the love alive” while finishing with “Wakanda forever. Black lives matter”.

Words by Chris Saunders

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