With so many styles and materials, selecting the perfect countertops for your home isn't always easy. Your counters must be practical enough for everyday use and unique enough to complement your style. They hold a demanding role as the go-to area for food preparation and cleanup and are often front-and-center when snacks are needed for parties. The very best kitchen countertops in Hollywood, SC mix beauty and style, setting your kitchen apart from your neighbors. But they must also be durable and useful, so you and your family can enjoy them for years to come.
At Stone City Kitchen & Bath, we create countertops and kitchen cabinets that make a statement in your home where other features fall short. You've worked hard to foster an attractive appearance throughout the rest of your home, so why should your countertops be any different?
Here at Stone City KB, we combine the durability and elegance of natural stone with personalized attention for each of our valued customers. Unlike other countertop fabricators, we source our materials from across the globe, searching high and low for the best stones available. In doing so, we are able to produce some of the finest remodeling and renovation products in our industry, from granite, marble, quartzite, quartz, and recycle glass countertops to new kitchen solid wood cabinets.
By providing high-quality materials and unmatched customer service, our clients have the chance to make informed decisions they feel great about. Our mission is to provide:
Impeccable Quality: You can count on Stone City KB to design and craft your countertops and cabinets exactly as you imagined, with globally-sourced, high-quality materials.
Honesty & Integrity: Trust is a must when you invite someone into your home to discuss new kitchen renovations. We are privileged to serve you, and our technicians are dedicated to treating your home like it was our own.
True Craftsmanship: When we say personalized service, we mean it. Our artistry lies in getting the details of your project right, whether we're installing custom countertops or completely remodeling your kitchen.
As our testament to creating a better product for our clients, we use innovative technologies and the brightest minds in the business to create stunning countertops and cabinets. Because when it comes to your home, it needs to be as close to perfect as possible.
We offer a wide selection of stones and materials for your next kitchen renovation project:
If you're in need of a professional, fast, reliable company for kitchen cabinets, countertops, and remodels, look no further than Stone City Kitchen & Bath.
When you're remodeling your kitchen or having new countertops installed, there are a lot of decisions to be made. From countertop material choices to counter placement preferences, each decision is impactful, making for an overwhelming experience. Luckily, at Stone City Kitchen & Bath, we have a team of countertop experts who are more than happy to offer assistance and advice on your new countertop journey.
Most of our clients start by selecting the type of countertop material they want to use. If you're at this stage and aren't sure what to choose, ask yourself these questions:
Still unsure? Swing by our showroom and let us help. Our kitchen remodeling experts can give you a rundown of the features and advantages of all our countertop materials, from durability to upkeep. Once you have those questions answered, you can begin narrowing down your selection. And what better way to do that than with a breakdown of our most popular countertop material choices?
Granite countertops are, without a doubt, the most popular choice for homeowners who want to install new kitchen countertops. Granite has held that position for years, and while it has competition, buyers love its luxurious looks and natural composition. Like some countertop materials, no two granite slabs will look exactly alike, giving your kitchen a unique aura.
Granite is a great choice for families, especially if you have children, as it has a hard surface that can withstand chips and scratches. Pricing on granite can vary depending on where it's sourced and how large the slab is. But one thing is for sure - if you're in need of a reliable countertop material for day-to-day use, granite should be atop your list.
One of the biggest reasons granite countertops are so popular is because they can be quite affordable. That's especially important for families trying to stick to a kitchen remodeling budget. Prices of granite can vary, so be sure to speak with one of our expert associates at Stone City KB for the most accurate pricing.
Another popular reason to choose granite countertops over other materials is granite's resistance to scratches and chips. If you're like most folks, you'll be using your new countertops every day. Over time, counters can take a beating, especially when you have younger children. Fortunately, granite can withstand many scratches and chips, making it a popular choice for longevity and beauty. Remember, though - never use your granite countertops for dicing, cutting, or slicing. Use a cutting board instead, or you may damage your new countertops.
When sealed properly, your granite countertops in Hollywood, SC can resist stains. In fact, if a spill dries on your counters, you should be able to scrape them off gently with a plastic scraping tool. That's not to say that granite can't be stained at all - acids and alkaline can do a number on granite, so avoid spilling those substances on your counters. With that said, if you seal your granite counters every year and clean up spills quickly with soap and water, you should be able to avoid most long-lasting stains. At Stone City KB, we are trained and certified for a permanent sealer with additional cost, that is warranty for 15 years. Don't forget to ask your sales representative for this permanent 15 years sealer as an option so you can be worry free.
Like stains, granite countertops are also resistant to heat. Granite is formed in nature with heat and pressure, so it makes sense that it would have inherent heat-resistant properties. This is great news if you use your oven or toaster oven to cook dinner. If you accidentally place a hot pan on your granite counters, you don't have to worry. While we recommend placing oven-hot pans on potholders, you should be safe to use your granite counters too.
Granite has many practical benefits over countertop materials, but it also has an aesthetic advantage. At Stone City Kitchen & Bath, all our granite slabs are unique. If your neighbors have new granite countertops installed, you can rest easy knowing their granite won't be exactly like yours. If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind, cost-conscious option for your kitchen countertops, granite is a fantastic choice.
Marble is a timeless material that exudes luxury. It has dynamic, detailed hues and is a very popular choice for homeowners in need of a high-end feel for their kitchen. Unlike granite counters, marble needs regular upkeep to maintain its beauty and durability.
Like granite, quartz are engineering countertops are durable and don't require too much maintenance. It is non-porous and doesn't need to be sealed, so scratches and stains are minimal. However, unlike granite, you should avoid placing hot items on quartz countertops or you could risk damaging them. If you like marble with white and gray vein movements, quartz countertops is your best choice.
No kitchen remodeling project would be complete without installing new cabinets. At Stone City Kitchen & Bath, our experienced craftsmen have created and installed hundreds of new cabinets. We know that deciding on your new kitchen cabinets' material, finish, and style can be hard. That's why we're here to help every step of the way!
Our team has the tools, training, and experience to help you choose the best cabinets for your kitchen. We'll consider your current kitchen layout, your color preferences, and more to provide personalized options for your project. And when it's time to install your new cabinets, you can rest assured we'll get the job done right at a price you can afford.
When it comes to kitchen remodeling in Hollywood, SC installing new kitchen cabinets is a great idea. If you're already upgrading or replacing your kitchen countertops, having new cabinets that match the aesthetics of your kitchen makeover is a no-brainer.
At Stone City KB, we believe that everyone deserves an elegant, versatile kitchen with stunning cabinetry. That's why our team will work closely with you to discover the material, texture, and style of cabinets you're craving. Once we do, we handle all the heavy lifting, including cabinet design and installation in your home.
So, why should you install new kitchen cabinets alongside your countertops? Here are just a few reasons:
Many customers install new kitchen cabinets because they're already remodeling their kitchen and need their cabinets to match the aesthetics of their updated space. Do you want your kitchen to feel more open and airier? Do you have specific lifestyle requirements that necessitate a particular cabinet material? Our kitchen cabinet experts can help you find the perfect cabinet setup for your needs.
Having a uniform aesthetic throughout your kitchen and home is important. But from a practical standpoint, new kitchen cabinets often mean more kitchen storage. That's a big deal for families, especially when younger children are involved. If you find that your countertops are magnets for clutter, new cabinetry can help remove the mess and stress less. The more storage your kitchen has, the easier it will be to use your kitchen for cooking and entertaining.
Take a few moments and check out the bones of your current cabinets. Low-quality, cheap cabinets are often a turnoff for potential buyers. If you plan on selling your home in the next few years, one of the best ways to boost resale value is with new cabinetry.
Is it a pain in the side to cook in your kitchen? Whether it's due to clutter, design, or something else, many of our customers want new cabinets so that their kitchen is functional again. New cabinets give you more storage, as mentioned above, but they can also make your kitchen more functional, depending on design and remodeling preferences. If you love to cook for your family and get-togethers, investing in new kitchen cabinets can help you do more of what you love.
Whether you're looking to "wow" a new client or work colleague or just want to make your neighbors a little jealous, upgrading your kitchen cabinets is a great way to do so. Of course, first impressions have always mattered, but particularly so in real estate. When the time comes to sell your home, having custom cabinets and countertops in your kitchen can set you apart from other sellers.
Here at Stone City Kitchen & Bath, we specialize in custom kitchen countertops and cabinets designed especially for you. Whether you've been dreaming of traditional wood cabinets or need sleek, elegant granite countertops, we've got you covered. We are committed to affordable options while holding true to our craftsmanship and skills, providing customers with the best kitchen renovations in South Carolina.
If you're looking for the largest selection and the best prices, visit our showroom or contact us today. You've worked hard to make your home special, so why not your kitchen too? From design to installation, our team is here to help you every step of the way.
Rising rock artist Billy Tibbals shared his newest single "Hollywood Baby" via Silver Arrow Records. Produced by Chris Robinson (The Black Crowes), the single harkens back to rock 'n' roll before it became simply 'rock'; complete with driving pianos, swaggering guitar licks, and studio strings straight from Abbey Road, the song brings 70s glam into the 2020s.Though he maintains an attitude and sonic palette with classic raucous acts like T-Rex, David Bowie, or even The Damned, Tibbals' vigor and charm steer him into his own ...
Rising rock artist Billy Tibbals shared his newest single "Hollywood Baby" via Silver Arrow Records. Produced by Chris Robinson (The Black Crowes), the single harkens back to rock 'n' roll before it became simply 'rock'; complete with driving pianos, swaggering guitar licks, and studio strings straight from Abbey Road, the song brings 70s glam into the 2020s.
Though he maintains an attitude and sonic palette with classic raucous acts like T-Rex, David Bowie, or even The Damned, Tibbals' vigor and charm steer him into his own lane. Perhaps he shares more in common with Destroyer's Dan Bejar, mining old tropes for a new era with a wink and a nudge.
The release follows Tibbals' debut single "Onwards and Upwards," written and recorded at home in his parents' garage at the height of lockdown times. Complementing the reflective sensibilities of the A-Side, "Lucy" tells a story of marital disputes between an estranged elderly couple. Tibbals will also be embarking on a massive North American tour in support of Mac Saturn later this month. Tour dates and tickets are available here.
Moving from London to Hollywood back in 2014, Billy Tibbals quickly found a love for the place with its many eccentricities and cast of Tinseltown oddballs. Combining the influence of his new found home with an eclectic taste in music, much of which was formed during his upbringing in London, Billy presents a unique and fantastical view of the world around us. Graduating from high school in the midst of a global pandemic, he holed up in his parents garage, spending countless hours composing songs that reflect his experiences growing up.
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Jan 24 - Cincinnati, OH @ Madison LiveJan 25 - Cleveland, OH @ HOB - Cambridge RoomJan 27 - Washington, DC @ SongbyrdJan 28 - Hartford, CT @ Webster Theater (Underground)Jan 29 - Boston, MA @ Brighton Music HallJan 31 - Portland, ME @ Portland House of MusicFeb 1 - Burlington, VT @ Higher Ground Showcase LoungeFeb 2 - Philadelphia, PA @ The FoundryFeb 4 - New York, NY @ RacketFeb 5 - Albany, NY @ Empire UndergroundFeb 7 - Montreal, QC @ L'escoFeb 8 - Toronto, ON @ Horseshoe TavernFeb 9 - Buffalo, NY @ Oxford Pennant Stage at Town BallroomFeb 16 - Indianapolis, IN @ The Hi-FiFeb 17 - St Louis, MO @ Pop'sFeb 18 - Lawrence, KS @ BottleneckFeb 19 - Oklahoma City, OK @ Beer City Music HallFeb 21 - Dallas, TX @ HOB Cambridge RoomFeb 22 - Houston, TX @ HOB Bronze PeacockFeb 23 - Austin, TX @ 3ten @ ACL LiveFeb 25 - New Orleans, LA @ Parish @ HOBFeb 27 - Nashville, TN @ The EndFeb 28 - Atlanta, GA @ VinylMar 2 - Charleston, SC @ Music FarmMar 3 - Charlotte, NC @ Amos' SouthendMar 14 - Madison, WI @ High Noon SaloonMar 15 - Minneapolis, MN @ 7th St EntryMar 17 - Wichita, KS @ John Barleycorn'sMar 18 - Colorado Springs, Co @ Black SheepMar 19 - Albuquerque, NM @ LaunchpadMar 22 - Los Angeles, CA @ TroubadourMar 23 - San Francisco, CA @ Brick & Mortar Music HallMar 25 - Seattle, WA @ FunhouseMar 26 - Vancouver, BC @ CobaltMar 27 - Portland, OR @ Mission Theater
Rising singer-songwriter Carlie Hanson has announced a 20-stop U.S. tour for this spring. The Home is Where the Heart Is tour will kick off February 28 in San Francisco and include stops in Chicago on March 9 and New York on March 21, before wrapping up in Los Angeles on April 3. Check out tour dates now!
Brooklyn-based rapper Pesh Milli recently announced his forthcoming EP, What Can I Say. Pesh is thrilled to share a standout track from the collection, “Back Outside.” The third track to be shared from his upcoming EP follows on the heels of previously released singles “Spicy” and “Another One.'
The Inspector Cluzo are excited to release their third single 'Running A Family Farm Is More Rock Than Playing Rock’n’Roll Music'. In addition, the Gascon duo are thrilled to keep their reputation as one the most prolific touring bands in the world announcing a full European and UK tour. Watch the new music video now!
The Learning How To Die EP includes his recent singles “Above The Salt,” which features VÉRITÉ, and “Life We’ve Built,” which tapped singer-songwriter Emily James. The EP follows his viral single “Gloaming Hour,” which racked up over 5 million plays on TikTok.
Lea Michele to Appear on THE TONIGHT SHOW TomorrowJanuary 12, 2023
Lea Michele will sit down with Jimmy Fallon on tomorrow's episode of The Tonight Show. The episode will also feature an appearance by Sadie Sink. Michele is currently starring on Broadway as Fanny Brice in Funny Girl.Pamela Anderson to Appear on CBS SUNDAY MORNINGJanuary 12, 2023
“Baywatch” icon and author-actress-model Pamela Anderson reveals details about the trauma she suffered as a child, her six marriages and the infamous sex tape in an exclusive interview with Jim Axelrod for CBS SUNDAY MORNING. Interviewed at her remote home on Vancouver Island, Anderson talks with Axelrod for an exclusive interview. Watch a video!ZOEY 101 Cast to Reunite For Paramount+ Revival FlimJanuary 12, 2023
The movie will star Jamie Lynn Spears (“Zoey Brooks”), Erin Sanders (“Quinn Pensky”), Sean Flynn (“Chase Matthews”), Matthew Underwood (“Logan Reese”), Christopher Massey (“Michael Barret”), Abby Wilde (“Stacey Dillsen”) and Jack Salvatore (“Mark Del Figgalo”). It follows Pacific Coast Academy alumni as they reunite for a wedding in the present day.Raegan Sealy Releases 'Make 'em Jealous' (ft. The Gang of Angels)January 12, 2023
Raegan Sealy has released her newest single, “Make ‘em Jealous” (ft. The Gang of Angels), an all-female choir from Nottingham, UK led by Honey Williams. This upbeat, indie soul piece breaks away from the typical narrative of a toxic relationship with a satirical spin. “Make ‘em Jealous” is available on all streaming platforms now.Marcus Gad & Tribe Show Love For Home On 'Long Way Home'January 12, 2023
Gad, the rising reggae star from the island nation of New Caledonia, returns here to work with his usual backing band, Tribe, for a more organic, roots oriented sound. A warm contrast from his last project where he and his producer Tamal dived into modern, programmed beats on the Brave New World album (2021). Watch the new music video now!
Bun B has credited JAY-Z with having the first rap music video to officially be given a budget of $1 million.During an appearance on The Residency Podcast, the UGK rapper said that “...
Bun B has credited JAY-Z with having the first rap music video to officially be given a budget of $1 million.
During an appearance on The Residency Podcast, the UGK rapper said that “Big Pimpin” was the first to achieve the feat, and clarified that rap music videos had gone over a million prior to the release of Hov’s 1999 hit single that he and the late Pimp C appeared on, but that the Vol. 3 cut was the first song to ever be handed a million dollar budget to start with.
“This was the first million-dollar budgeted rap video ever,” Bun said. “Now, rap videos had budgets that went over that [and] ended up costing a million dollars, but blocked one million dollars just for this music video.”
He continued: “I had never seen anything like it. It was the first rap video I think on ‘Making a Video’ on MTV. It accelerated so quickly, and then within I wanna say three months it was the number one record on the planet.”
Kanye West has also accrued an expensive tab with music videos during the span of his career. A 2018 article on Music Crowns that breaks down the most expensive rap videos ever shows that Ye’s 2007 video for “Stronger” also hit the million-dollar mark, and the “Touch the Sky” music video came close, hitting $996,000.
However, the most expensive music video on record is Diddy’s “Victory,” which purposefully strived to become the most expensive visual of all time. Despite features from Busta Rhymes and The Notorious B.I.G., the song itself merely peaked at No. 19 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The visual, which featured Hollywood stars like Dennis Hopper and Danny Devito, ran up a tab of around $2,500,000, which in 2018 translated out to around $4.3 million.
In other JAY-Z news, the Roc Nation mogul is still currently embroiled in his multi-billion dollar lawsuit against Bacardi involving D’USSE. According to a report from AllHipHop, Hov is attempting to move the $2.5 billion suit to Bacardi’s headquarters in Bermuda.
“SC is now preparing to bring litigation against Bacardi in Bermuda, where Bacardi is incorporated and headquartered (the ‘Bermuda Action’), for procuring a breach of D’Usse’s Operating Agreement under Bermudian law,” case documents read. “In aid of that contemplated case, SC seeks this Court’s assistance to obtain relevant evidence from certain investors in Bacardi and/or its affiliates that are found within this Court’s jurisdiction.
“SC therefore respectfully requests that this Court approve the application and permit service of the proposed subpoenas seeking documents to aid its anticipated Bermuda Action.”
JAY-Z is accusing Bacardi of intentionally mismanaging D’USSÉ in an effort to purchase his 50 percent share at a discount. According to court documents, SC Liquor exercised its right to demand a buyout a year before the lawsuit was filed – which means Bacardi was obliged to come up with a fair price.
However, the 4:44 rapper is accusing Bacardi’s subsidiary Empire Investments Inc. of attempting to “stall and stonewall” efforts that would reveal an accurate valuation of D’USSÉ. The figure that Bacardi brought to the table was reportedly “well below” what JAY-Z had in mind.
One of Tennessee's current commitments and a number of the Vols' targets in the 2024 class were honored by MaxPreps on Wednesday as some of the nation's best high school football players. Four-star Tennessee defensive back commitment Kaleb Beasley, a Top247 prospect from Lipscomb Academy in Nashville, Tenn., joined a lengthy list of Vols targets on ...
One of Tennessee's current commitments and a number of the Vols' targets in the 2024 class were honored by MaxPreps on Wednesday as some of the nation's best high school football players. Four-star Tennessee defensive back commitment Kaleb Beasley, a Top247 prospect from Lipscomb Academy in Nashville, Tenn., joined a lengthy list of Vols targets on MaxPreps' Junior All-America Team.
Beasley, who announced his commitment to the Vols on Oct. 21, was named a first-team Junior All-American by MaxPreps after intercepting nine passes this season, leading Lipscomb Academy to its second consecutive state championship in Tennessee's Division II-AA. One of Beasley's Lipscomb Academy teammates, four-star Class of 2024 linebacker Edwin Spillman, was named a second-team Junior All-American after posting big numbers throughout the Mustangs' undefeated season.
The 6-foot-1, 216-pound Spillman, who's a top-100 prospect nationally in the industry-generated 247Sports Composite, is the younger brother of Tennessee wide receiver signee Nate Spillman, a Class of 2023 prospect who finalized his decision last month on the first day of the Early Signing Period.
Top247 running back Jordan Marshall of Archbishop Moeller High School in Cincinnati, four-star offensive lineman DeAndre Carter of Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana, Calif., four-star offensive lineman Waltclaire Flynn Jr. of Grayson High School in Loganville, Ga., five-star edge rusher Colin Simmons of Collinsville (Texas) High School and five-star linebacker Sammy Brown of Jefferson (Ga.) High School are among the other Tennessee targets who were first-team selections on MaxPreps' Junior All-America Team.
Four-star cornerback Ify Obidegwu of St. Frances Academy in Baltimore also joined Beasley on the first-team defense, while five-star athlete Mike Matthews of Parkview High School in Lilburn, Ga., made the first team as an all-purpose player. Matthews finished the season with 48 catches for 1,030 yards and nine touchdowns while also recording 20 tackles and an interception on defense.
Spillman was one of several Vols targets on the second team. Five-star quarterback Jadyn Davis of Providence Day School in Charlotte, N.C., five-star wide receiver Joshisa Trader of Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory School in Hollywood, Fla., five-star wide receiver Micah Hudson of Lake Belton High School in Temple, Texas, four-star offensive tackle Kam Pringle of Woodland High School in Dorchester, S.C., four-star offensive lineman Donovan Harbour of Catholic Memorial High School in Waukesha, Wisc., and four-star offensive lineman Daniel Calhoun of Centennial High School in Roswell, Ga., also were second-team selections.
Four-star offensive tackle Josiah Thompson of Dillon (S.C.) High School, five-star athlete KJ Bolden of Buford (Ga.) High School and Bolden's Buford teammate, five-star defensive lineman Eddrick Houston, joined Spillman as second-team selections on MaxPreps' Junior All-America Team, along with five-star defensive lineman Williams Nwaneri of Lee's Summit (Mo.) North High School. Bolden, who's rated as a safety by 247Sports but is being recruited by Tennessee and others as a possible wide receiver, made the second team as an all-purpose player.
Alex Brizard deliberately did not buy a beverage when he went to see a 9:30 a.m. showing of “Avatar: The Way of Water” this month. It did not matter: He still had to run to the bathroom three times over the course of the movie’s three hours and 12 minutes.“It was honestly all the water,” said Mr. Brizard, 29, who works in finance and lives in Scottsdale, Ariz.The sea gushes, gurgles and sprays across the screen in James Cameron’s “Avatar” sequel, which immerses viewers in the rich...
Alex Brizard deliberately did not buy a beverage when he went to see a 9:30 a.m. showing of “Avatar: The Way of Water” this month. It did not matter: He still had to run to the bathroom three times over the course of the movie’s three hours and 12 minutes.
“It was honestly all the water,” said Mr. Brizard, 29, who works in finance and lives in Scottsdale, Ariz.
The sea gushes, gurgles and sprays across the screen in James Cameron’s “Avatar” sequel, which immerses viewers in the richly textured aquatic world of a clan of reef-dwelling Na’vi. These photorealistic ocean sequences make up the bulk of a lengthy epic that many are watching in theaters with vats of soda in hand, creating a perfect storm for moviegoers to need to take one or more bathroom breaks.
The water scenes are especially vivid in IMAX 3-D, according to Mr. Brizard, who moved to an aisle seat after his first trip to the restroom so he wouldn’t have to step over other audience members on subsequent visits. “All the splashing noises, it’s all a constant reminder,” he said.
Mr. Cameron, who has encouraged fans to see “Avatar” in theaters, saw this coming.
“Here’s the big social paradigm shift that has to happen: It’s OK to get up and go pee,” he said in an interview with Empire magazine. He added that he did not want anyone “whining about length” when people are perfectly willing to watch eight straight hours of television. (Television, it must be said, is easier to pause than a movie in a theater.)
In November, Mr. Cameron told The Hollywood Reporter that moviegoers should go to the bathroom “any time they want” during the movie. “They can see the scene they missed when they come see it again,” the director added. Representatives for Mr. Cameron did not respond to a request for comment on Thursday.
Getting the water exactly right was one of Mr. Cameron’s preoccupations. To ensure that it appeared appropriately aqueous, he submerged the film’s actors in a 32-foot-deep tank that held about 90,000 gallons of water. Cast members got scuba certifications and trained with a free-diving instructor, and the movie’s sound mixer kept four microphones constantly running in the tank to capture underwater background noises.
Mr. Cameron’s attention to detail may be part of the reason many theatergoers have reported having to take bathroom breaks. In a 2015 study, the sound of running water increased the flow rate of urination among men with lower urinary tract issues. The sound of running water is also a commonly recommended component of toilet training for infants.
“The theory is, mainly it’s just a conditioning phenomenon,” said Dr. Kent DeLay, a urologist at Lexington Medical Center in West Columbia, S.C. Since the sound of water is so often present in the bathroom, many already associate it with urination. Among Dr. DeLay’s patients who already experience incontinence, urinary urgency can be worsened by just the sound of running water. “I would think that the visual would have some impact as well,” he added.
Like Mr. Cameron, Dr. DeLay encouraged moviegoers to step away as necessary in order to avoid damage to the neural pathways around the bladder. “For the most part,” he said, “when you have the urge to void, you should.”
Many are taking his advice. Gene Naumovsky headed into a movie theater on West 34th Street in Manhattan with a combination meal of a flatbread pizza and a large Sprite.
“At first I thought I’d kind of see what happens and, you know, ride the wave,” said Mr. Naumovsky, 23, an executive assistant. “But an hour and a half in, it was an inevitable problem.”
He made a break for it when the movie’s protagonists, Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) and Neytiri (Zoe Saldaña), greeted the water clan, because he expected a lengthy training montage rather than a major action sequence or a plot twist.
Matthew Aryeh, 26, a lawyer who saw the movie at a theater in Nassau County, on Long Island, said he had often insisted on rewinding sections of movies at home that his family had talked over.
But during “The Way of Water,” which he described as “long and slow at times,” he left for a minute-and-a-half bathroom break. His brother took one about half an hour later.
In response to the film’s length, some have suggested bringing back the intermission, which was a common feature when movies were screened using multiple reels of film. Intermissions were included in lengthy epics such as “Gone With the Wind” (3 hours 42 minutes) and “Lawrence of Arabia” (3 hours 38 minutes).
Mr. Naumovsky said “The Way of Water” would have benefited from a brief intermission. Mr. Aryeh disagreed.
“I think a better fix for this movie would have been to just shave 45 minutes off,” he said.
Eric Church is hitting the road on a major headlining tour this summer, and he's bringing a large group of rotating opening acts along with him. The Outsiders Revival Tour will officially kick off June 22 in Milwaukee, Wisc., and it will run through Sept. 30 in Tampa, Fla.The run marks the first time Church will be visiting outdoor venues on a summer headlining tour, hitting amphitheaters all over the U.S. and Canada across 26 dates. One stadium also makes the cut for the tour -- Church will headline Credit One Stadium in Charleston, ...
Eric Church is hitting the road on a major headlining tour this summer, and he's bringing a large group of rotating opening acts along with him. The Outsiders Revival Tour will officially kick off June 22 in Milwaukee, Wisc., and it will run through Sept. 30 in Tampa, Fla.
The run marks the first time Church will be visiting outdoor venues on a summer headlining tour, hitting amphitheaters all over the U.S. and Canada across 26 dates. One stadium also makes the cut for the tour -- Church will headline Credit One Stadium in Charleston, S.C. Opening acts will vary among the dates, but fans can expect to see artists including Whiskey Myers, Cody Jinks, Jelly Roll, Ashley McBryde, Koe Wetzel, Lainey Wilson, Midland, Parker McCollum, Travis Tritt, Elle King and Paul Cauthen. Jackson Dean, Morgan Wade, Muscadine Bloodline, Shane Smith & The Saints, Hailey Whitters, Ray Wylie Hubbard and The Red Clay Strays will also serve as openers.
"When I approach touring, I'm always inspired by a new experience, a new way to gather, to express ourselves sonically and visually. Whether it's solo, in the round, double down; being able to bring a different perspective has always brought out our best creatively," Church shares in a press release. "Well, we have never done an outdoor summer tour. Never headlined amphitheaters. Never brought a summer experience to your town that featured artists we want to share the summer with. Until now. See you in the season of sunshine with some fellow outsiders that shine brightest when the sun goes down."
Church announced the news on Wednesday, Jan. 11. He teased the tour earlier in the week with short videos on his social media accounts featuring a radio with static and songs coming through.
Tickets for The Outsiders Revival Tour go on sale Friday, Jan. 20 at 10 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster. Members of the singer's Church Choir fan club can access presale tickets beginning Tuesday, Jan. 17 at 10 a.m. local time.
June 22 -- Milwaukee, Wisc. (American Family Insurance Amphitheater) with Elle King June 23 -- Detroit, Mich. (Pine Knob Music Theatre) with Ashley McBryde, The Red Clay Strays June 24 -- Cleveland, Ohio (Blossom Music Center) with Ashley McBryde, The Red Clay Strays June 30 -- Charleston, S.C. (Credit One Stadium) with Parker McCollum, Morgan Wade July 1 -- Virginia Beach, Va. (Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater) with Parker McCollum, Morgan Wade July 7 -- Toronto, Ontario (Budweiser Stage) with Koe Wetzel, Shane Smith & The Saints July 8 -- Pittsburgh, Pa. (The Pavilion at Star Lake) with Koe Wetzel, Shane Smith & The Saints July 14 -- Cincinnati, Ohio (Riverbend Music Center) with Travis Tritt, Muscadine Bloodline July 15 -- St. Louis, Mo. (Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre) with Travis Tritt, Muscadine Bloodline July 28 -- Dallas, Texas (Dos Equis Pavilion) with Midland, Ray Wylie Hubbard July 29 -- Austin, Texas (Germania Insurance Amphitheater) with Midland, Ray Wylie Hubbard Aug. 4 -- Raleigh, N.C. (Coastal Credit Union Music Park) with Cody Jinks Aug. 5 -- Bristow, Va. (Jiffy Lube Live) with Cody Jinks Aug. 11 -- Indianapolis, Ind. (Ruoff Music Center) with Cody Jinks Aug. 12 -- Chicago, Ill. (Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre) with Cody Jinks Aug. 18 -- Orange Beach, Ala. (The Wharf Amphitheater) with Lainey Wilson, Jackson Dean Aug. 19 -- Orange Beach, Ala. (The Wharf Amphitheater) with Lainey Wilson, Jackson Dean Aug. 25 -- Holmdel, N.J. (PNC Bank Arts Center) with Whiskey Myers Aug. 26 -- Philadelphia, Pa. (Freedom Mortgage Pavilion) with Whiskey Myers Sept. 8 -- Portland, Ore. (RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater) with Jelly Roll, Hailey Whitters Sept. 9 -- George, Wash. (Gorge Amphitheatre) with Jelly Roll, Hailey Whitters Sept. 15 -- Albuquerque, N.M. (Isleta Amphitheater) with Paul Cauthen, Hailey Whitters Sept. 16 -- Phoenix, Ariz. (Ak-Chin Pavilion) with Jelly Roll, Paul Cauthen Sept. 22 -- Atlanta, Ga. (Ameris Bank Amphitheatre) with Whiskey Myers Sept. 23 -- Charlotte, N.C. (PNC Music Pavilion) with Whiskey Myers Sept. 29 -- West Palm Beach, Fla. (iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre) with Whiskey Myers Sept. 30 -- Tampa, Fla. (MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre) with Whiskey Myers
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