Singer-songwriter Rachel Shaps is living what many would consider the impossible dream, and if it weren’t her for grandmother, the legendary Eartha Kitt, she would probably agree. But watching her grandmother thrive, Rachel knew anything was possible if she worked hard enough. At the age of twelve, she started writing her own original music, taught herself piano and guitar, and began blending folk-style storytelling with a soulful alt-pop sound that’s distinctive and memorable. Pop Culturalist caught up with Rachel to chat about her new single, “Learn My Lesson”. PC: How
Actor Kazy Tauginas has prepared his whole life to create the short film Standing Eight. It tells the story of Dusty Abrams, a professional boxer who discovers he has Lupus and is forced to retire. It’s a project that’s near and dear to Kazy, whose mother has been battling Lupus since he was born. Pop Culturalist caught up with Kazy, who wrote, produced, and stars in the short, as well as musician Jase Harley who composed the score. PC: Tell us about Standing Eight, your character, and your connection to
Songwriters Diana Cybulska and Jean-Marc Tardieu are the masterminds behind hit songs “Talking Dirty” and “Unlabeled”. They have generated millions of plays around the world. The Berklee graduates have spent years writing for others but recently decided to craft their own sound and direct their own narrative by forming Me an Di. The duo is a fiery mix of electro-dance and unforgettable pop hooks immersed in incredible storytelling that reflects on love, friendship, growing, and the future. Today they drop “All At Once”, their highly-anticipated debut single, exclusively on Pop
Pop Culturalist is excited to be partnering with CBS Films to give away tickets to an exclusive first look at Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark. You and a guest will see a sneak peek of the film and attend a Q&A with Guillermo del Toro & Director André Øvredal. Plus, attendees will receive a limited edition collectible. All the details are below. Good luck! About the Film In the small town of Mill Valley in 1968, the Bellows family has loomed large. It is in their mansion on