Entertainment

December 17, 2024

Judy Garland’s Ruby Slippers From ‘Wizard of Oz’ Sell for $28M at Auction

On December 7, Heritage Auctions celebrated a historic sale. Judy Garland’s iconic ruby slippers, worn during her role as Dorothy in the film The Wizard of Oz, sold for an astounding $28 million at auction. According to Heritage Auctions, the final price of the slippers made them the most valuable movie memorabilia ever sold at auction. Bidding commenced in November, with a starting price of $800,000.

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November 29, 2024

Watch A Japanese Band Deliver A Soulful Performance Of A Bluegrass Classic

Bluegrass was created in the Appalachian region in the 1940s. Since then, its off-beat, uplifting sounds have made their way around the United States—and the world. Not only have people abroad been listening to bluegrass recordings, but they are also performing them in masterful ways that add their own brand of charm. One of the best examples is the Japanese bluegrass band Redbull, which both bluegrass experts and casual listeners have praised for their interpretations.

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November 18, 2024

Stunning Limited-Edition Blueprint Poster Celebrates the Golden Heritage of Rock and Roll

Originally introduced by Sir John Herschel in 1842, the blueprint serves as an essential tool within technical planning, engineering, and architecture. The UK-based design studio Dorothy has cleverly reimagined the blueprint into intricate posters that map everything from jazz legends to hip-hop history. The studio’s new limited-edition blueprint poster celebrates rock and roll, and features over 1,400 iconic musicians, artists, songwriters, and producers that have impacted the genre.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.