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Stefflon Don Wins at MOBO Awards

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WINNING THE AWARD FOR BEST FEMALE ACT AT LAST NIGHT’S MOBO AWARDS, STEFFLON DON ALSO OPENED THE SHOW IN SPECTACULAR STYLE

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Brit Awards announces first all-female Critics’ Choice shortlist Including Quality Control Music/Motown/Capitol’s Stefflon Don!

Before they were famous, Sam Smith, Florence + The Machine, and Adele were all tipped for success by the Brits’ Critics’ Choice award. This year’s line-up has just been announced and, for the first time, it’s an all-female field. Birmingham-born MC Stefflon Don is joined on the list by soul singers Jorja Smith and Mabel. The winner will be announced on 4 December, ahead of next year’s Brit Awards. Stefflon Don has already tasted chart success this year, reaching the top 10 with Hurtin’ Me, and featuring in Jax Jones’ dance smash Instruction. The Brit nominees were chosen by a panel of music industry experts – including critics, record label employees and the heads of the UK’s biggest radio stations. More than 100 artists were considered, with each voter selecting their own shortlist of five up-and-coming artists. Before they become ubiquitous, brush up on the 2018 nominees below.

STEFFLON DON

Click Below To Watch Stefflon Don freestyle on DJ Whoo Kid:

Stephanie “Stefflon Don” Allen was born in Birmingham to Jamaican parents, before moving to Rotterdam and finally, in her teens, settling in east London. You can hear echoes of her upbringing in her confident, inventive songs, which combine dancehall patois, grime verses, and honeyed R&B vocals. Earlier this year, she scored a top 10 hit with Hurtin’ Me.

Age: 25

From: London

Inspired by: Lil’ Kim, Foxy Brown, Missy Elliott and Destiny’s Child

For fans of: Nicki Minaj, Wretch 32, Drake

Did you know? Her moniker is a play on Teflon Don – the nickname of mob boss John Gotti – as well as “Steff London”.

She says: “I am so excited to be nominated for this amazing award. A big shout out to all my fans and dons for their support. 2017 has been lit and I can’t wait for 2018! Mad love to you all”

Find out more: Watch Stefflon Don’s set at 1Xtra Live

Stefflon Don

“I am so excited to be nominated for this amazing award. A big shout out to all my fans and dons for their support. 2017 has been lit and I can’t wait for 2018! Mad love to you all”

 

Stefflon Don is a charismatic, multilingual, multitalented rapper, singer and songwriter. Speaking English, Dutch and splattering her speech with her parent’s Jamaican patois, Steff has the effortless ability to inhabit many worlds, offering a genuine, authentic global perspective through her music. Whether rap, grime, pop, bashment or bubbling, Steff sounds utterly at home. It’s perhaps why such an impressive array of artists from Charli XCX to Lil Yachty and Wretch 32 have wanted to work with the 25-year-old. One of seven siblings born in Birmingham to Jamaican parents, Steff’s family moved to Holland when she was five-years-old, where was raised in Rotterdam and enjoyed a particularly uninhibited childhood surrounded by Europeans, Turkish and Caribbean people. She had her first studio session at the age of nine and spent her teen years singing and rapping with her brothers and sisters. Steff returned to the UK when she was 14 and made an impression in 2015 with her powerful, patois-inflected version of Wretch 32‘s Six Words and her take on the Section Boy’s street smash Lock Arff.

About The BRIT Awards – British Record Industry Trust

The Critics’ Choice Award is chosen by a team of experts including the music editors of national newspapers, key music and lifestyle magazines and music websites plus the heads of music at major radio and music TV stations. The Award is open to all artists who in the media and the selected Critics’ opinion will reach a significant level of success in their career the following year. Over 100 artists from a range of genres were considered for the award. The 2018 Critics’ Choice Award winner will be announced on Monday 4th December, and will be the first recipient of the specially designed Anish Kapoor award.

The BRIT (British Record Industry Trust) Awards are organized by the BPI – the record labels’ association that promotes British music. The BPI’s membership is made up of over 400 independent labels as well as the UK’s three major record companies – collectively they account for around 85 per cent of the music consumed in the UK and around one in eight of all the artist albums sold around the world.

Royal Blood

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BAND TO RETURN TO CONAN FOR A PERFORMANCE OF

“I ONLY LIE WHEN I LOVE YOU” ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7TH

 

Award-winning British rock band Royal Blood have announced a round of U.S. headlining dates to take place this coming spring. The run kicks off on May 28th at Brooklyn Steel in New York and will wind down on June 15th at The National in Richmond, VA. Tickets will be available for purchase beginning at 12:00 PM EST this Friday, December 8th.

Royal Blood is touring in support of their most recent release How Did We Get So Dark?, which was released on June 16th on Warner Bros. Records and debuted at No. 1 in the U.K. The album has accumulated over 30 million streams to date across Apple Music and Spotify, sold over 250,000 copies globally, and produced a No. 1 single on the Rock Airplay chart with “Lights Out”.

This Thursday, December 7th Royal Blood will return to Conan for a performance of their current single “I Only Lie When I Love You”. Fans can tune in at 11:00 / 10:00 CST on TBS (check local listings).

Praise for How Did We Get So Dark? includes USA Today: “a monstrously good album,” Rolling Stone: “a taut, smoldering album from a pair that has distilled rock to its essence,” NME: “the sound of modern masters honing their craft,” Entertainment Weekly: “darkly thrilling,” Forbes: “Royal Blood ready to make leap to rock stardom on second album,” and much more.

Royal Blood spent the fall supporting Queens of the Stone Age at arenas across North America. They will round out the year with a performance in Los Angeles at KROQ’s annual Almost Acoustic Christmas.

Previously Announced Dates

12/5 – House of Blues – Houston, TX

12/6 – The Joint, Hard Rock Hotel and Casino – Las Vegas, NV

12/9 – KROQ Almost Acoustic Christmas – Inglewood, CA

2/17 – The Forum – Inglewood, CA*

5/18 – Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place*

5/20 – Winnipeg, MB – MTS Centre*

5/22 – Madison, WI – Breese Stevens Field*

5/24 – London, ON – Budweiser Gardens*

5/25 – Rochester, NY – Rochester Dome Arena*

* Supporting Queens of the Stone Age

2018 U.S. Headlining Dates

5/28 – Brooklyn Steel – Brooklyn, NY

5/31 – Stage AE – Indoor – Pittsburgh, PA

6/3 – Marathon Music Works – Nashville, TN

6/5 – Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater – Austin, TX

6/6 – Granada Theater – Dallas, TX

6/8 – Variety Playhouse – Atlanta, GA

6/9 – The Plaza Live – Orlando, FL

6/11 – Revolution – Fort Lauderdale, FL

6/12 – Jannus Live – Saint Petersburg, FL

6/14 – The Fillmore Charlotte – Charlotte, NC

6/15 – The National – Richmond, VA

Exhibition A × NADA Miami 2017

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Exhibition A is pleased to announce its Cultural Partnership with NADA Miami 2017.

We are collaborating directly with Shara Hughes to launch a new print edition exclusive to NADA Miami 2017; a series of which will be enhanced by a hand-painted component that will draw on Hughes’ larger painting practice.

Hughes’ paintings offer glimpses into psychedelic landscapes and otherworldly portals; layered compositions that reveal as much as they conceal. Inspired by her purposeful painterly framing of her landscapes, we’ve collaborate with Hughes to release a series of fifteen painted frames to encase her new print edition, resulting in a sculptural realization of Hughes’ work.

Photography: Jason Schmidt

By collaborating directly with top contemporary artists to publish limited edition artworks sold for a fraction of gallery prices, Exhibition A broadens the world of contemporary art collecting. Acting as NADA’s Cultural Partner, we underscore our shared mission to provide collectors, artists, curators, gallerists, and the general public with alternative modes of distribution.

Exhibition A at NADA Miami

Booth 9.08

Ice Palace Studios

59 NW 14th St

Miami, FL 33136

For more information, please contact info@exhibitiona.com.

VIP Preview by Invitation

Thursday, December 7, 10am–12pm

Opening Preview by Invitation

Thursday, December 7, 12–2pm

Open to the Public

Thursday, December 7; 2–7pm

Friday, December 8; 11am–7pm

Saturday, December 9; 11am–7pm

Sunday, December 10; 11am–5pm

Schlitterbahn Waterpark

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by Krishan Narsinghani, Kelsey Welsh × Vaughn Lowery

Planning a family getaway? I bet you haven’t thought of adding New Braunfels, Texas to the list of possible destinations, but you really should. New Braunfels, Texas is home to one of the largest immersive theme parks in the United States. Schlitterbahn Waterpark & Resort is home to the most eclectic collection of water rides in the world. Guests dive headfirst into constant adventure as they float down one of the 51 rivers, slides and chutes that the park has to offer.

Schlitterbahn translates to “slippery road” in German, honoring the heritage of the family who started it all. Bob and Billye Henry uprooted their three children in 1966 and moved from Houston to New Braunfels to pursue Bob’s dream of owning and operating a small family business. The Henrys responded to a “for sale” ad in a local newspaper and purchased a cabin resort along the Comal River. They installed a tube slide that would dump their guests into the river. A few years after studying Floridian waterparks, the Henrys realized that they could incorporate the concept into their own resort; and voilà, Schlitterbahn was born. The flagship property was established in 1979 and has been offering both thrill seekers and sight seers ideal vacation experiences for nearly four decades. Since its founding, four additional properties have opened up: Galveston Island, Texas; South Padre Island, Texas; Corpus Christi, Texas (which included a 9-hole golf course); and Kansas City, Kansas.

Staff members of 360 Magazine were invited to get our feet wet and dive into the fun at the original New Braunfels location. Schlitterbaun Waterpark & Resort is a hotspot for family vacations, corporate outings, and friendly getaways. The park maintains a refreshing 72-degree temperature for the spring water that flows into the rides, tube slides and pools. The famous Boogie Bahn surfing simulator, which is one of the first of its kind in the world, is a favorite of pro-boarders, inexperienced newbies, and everyone in between. Over 50,000 gallons of water circulate over the ride’s foam surface, which was built to cushion the occasional gnarly wipeout, yet the water depth measures just a few inches.

Guests can take a break from water coasters, such as the award-winning Master Blaster, and enjoy the miles of scenic river that flow amidst the 100-year-old oak, cedar and cypress trees. The river serves as a water source to the park’s attractions as well as a backdrop for guests to gawk at while they slip and slide their way to an amazing vacation experience. During our visit, we found out exactly what it is about Schlitterbaun that has made it worthy of 19 consecutive, 36 overall, Amusement Today’s Golden Ticket award wins.

Calling all grill-masters; Schlitterbahn is littered with BBQ stations so that guests can whip up everything from hamburgers and hotdogs to grilled tofu and corn-on-the-cob. Those who are not quite so grill-savvy or simply don’t feel like cooking can make use of the park’s catering services or head down to one of the food stands and pick up a delicious BBQ brisket or a cheeseburger topped with flaming hot Cheetos. Guests 21-and-over can enjoy their favorite drinks by visiting one of the bars or bringing their own from home since, unlike most other theme-parks, the park is BYOB. Families can relax and enjoy their meals by taking the time to sit and snack at one of the park’s many picnic spots.

The resort accommodations and beautiful surroundings set Schlitterbaun apart from all other waterparks. It is perfect for all sorts of travelers: visitors can choose any of the seven room types or even opt for a stylish seven-room vacation home. Resort guests who choose to stay at one of the luxurious Riverbend Cabins are treated to an unbeatable view of the Canal River as well as given an Early Access pass to the Blastenhoff Section, where Master Blaster is located. Schlitterbahn has various room configuration options complete with a living space, kitchenette and stackable washer/dryer to keep the family’s clothes fresh.

360 Magazine had a blast; we didn’t want to leave! So, water you waiting for? Book your vacation and experience an aquatic adventure like no other.

“Splash. Sleep. Repeat” at Schlitterbahn Waterpark.

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NAPLES WINE FESTIVAL PHANTOM

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ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS OFFERS THE PHANTOM ‘ULTIMATE POWER LOT’ AT THE 2018 NAPLES WINTER WINE FESTIVAL’S LIVE AUCTION ON JANUARY 27, 2018

•        New Phantom, the world’s ultimate luxury item, to be auctioned at the 2018 Naples Winter Wine Festival, the most successful international charity wine auction in the world.

•        First standard wheelbase version of New Phantom to be built has been reserved as the centerpiece of the Phantom ‘Ultimate Power Lot’ for luxury, motoring and wine lovers.

•        The Lot includes a slot at the coveted 2019 ROBB Report Car of the Year Competition and a curated selection of wine from Alpha Omega, whose handcrafted wines blend the Old World’s winemaking style with New World technology.

Patrons of the 2018 Naples Winter Wine Festival will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to become the owner of a very special Rolls-Royce Phantom. The three-day event, founded by the Naples Children & Education Foundation, takes place January 26-28, 2018 at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, Florida. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has reserved the very first standard wheelbase Phantom as the featured luxury item in what is being heralded as the Phantom ‘Ultimate Power Lot.’ As the longest existing nameplate in motoring history, Phantom has defined British luxury craftsmanship for more than 92 years. Every modern Rolls-Royce is handcrafted exclusively at the Home of Rolls-Royce in Goodwood, England and the all-new Rolls-Royce Phantom marks a new chapter in Rolls-Royce Motor Cars’ history.

Proceeds from the Festival’s annual live auction benefit the Naples Children & Education Foundation and to round off the Lot, this special delivery, from the Home of Rolls-Royce, comes with the opportunity to participate in the 2019 ROBB Report Car of the Year event. The final component of the lot includes a curated collection of wine from Alpha Omega, a Napa Valley winery that blends the Old World’s European balanced style of winemaking with the New World’s technology to create elegant, Bordeaux-style wines. Paired with a 2018 Phantom in Belladonna Purple with Arctic White and Tailored Purple Bespoke interior, this Lot offers the ultimate in luxury experiences for the luxury, motoring and wine lover.

“Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is honored to leverage our position as the world’s leading luxury brand to support the children who benefit from the proceeds of this event,” says Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA President Pedro Mota. “Our owners curate their collection of motor cars and wine alike. And there is no one item more sought after for our collectors than a one of a kind Bespoke Phantom.”

The 2019 ROBB Report Car of the Year judging event, held in Napa Valley in 2018, includes a seat on the Car of the Year judging panel plus accommodation and meals at top rated spots throughout the event. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and the ROBB Report have shared a special relationship since the title first emerged as a newsletter for successful Rolls-Royce motor car owners decades ago.

To celebrate the all-new 6.75 liter Rolls-Royce V12 engine in the Rolls-Royce Phantom, Alpha Omega has created a special 6-liter bottle of the 2014 ERA flagship wine etched with the Rolls-Royce badge. The Lot also includes a 12-month, 2-bottle Alpha Omega Wine Club membership. Since the winner will be enjoying some of the best wines that Napa Valley has to offer, they will also have the opportunity to visit Alpha Omega winery for a private vineyard tour complete with lunch and wine pairings in its cave or vineyards for six guests along with a private Library Cellar tasting experience.

Jordan Winery cellars

Jordan Winery and Vineyards—a taste of France in California’s Alexander Valley

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Tom and Sally Jordan pioneered producing Bordeaux-style California Cabernet Sauvignon in Alexander Valley back in the early 1970s. Join Tom and Sally’s son, John Jordan and Chef Knoll for a visit at the winery.

LISTEN TO John Jordan & Chef Todd Knoll NPR.ORG podcast

Jordan's massive wine cellar is awesome Photo Credit: Tom Wilmer

Jordan’s massive wine cellar is awesome Photo Credit: Tom Wilmer

The Jordans crafted a chateau winery that has remained as an elegantly distinctive destination for discerning visitors to the famed Alexander Valley on the outskirts of Healdsburg for decades.

Pure elegance at Jordan Winery in Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California. Photo Credit: Tom Wilmer

Pure elegance at Jordan Winery in Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California. Photo Credit: Tom Wilmer

There’s no tasting room at Jordan, but there is tasting by appointment, as well as elegant four course meals prepared by Chef Todd Knoll previously with the Ritz Carlton.

Chef Todd Knoll at Jordan Winery in Alexander Valley

Chef Todd Knoll at Jordan Winery in Alexander Valley. Photo Credit Tom Wilmer

 Jordan is a memorable destination that will make you feel like you have been instantly transported to the French countryside.

Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer Featured on NPR.ORG Podcast Directory and NPR.ONE mobile app

Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer Featured on NPR.ORG Podcast Directory and NPR.ONE mobile app

For All Musicians 

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5 Things All Musicians Should Be Grateful For This Year (And Every Year)

Take a look at your music career and make sure you’re appreciative of these five, powerful things.

Why They’re Not Accepting Your Unsolicited Material

If you’ve ever seen “no unsolicited material” from a label or publisher, here’s why you should actually respect it and what to do instead.

A Complete List of Holiday Songs You Can Cover for Free

May your days be merry and bright, and all your holiday covers be in the public domain! Here’s a complete list of holiday songs you can cover without a license.

Here’s the Best Time to Release Your Album in 2018

Get ahead on your album release planning for 2018 with this comprehensive list of the best and worst times to release your album in the new year.

PLAY: Summer on the Hudson 2018 Season

Apply now! Hours remaining

Summer on the Hudson is looking for 5 (five) local NYC Sonicbids bands to feature in their 2018 festival season (May-Sept). Attendance ranges from 250-1000 depending on event.

Selected artists will receive between $600-$1,800 (based on various factors).

2018 Richmond International Film & Music Festival

Apply now! 4 days remaining

The 2018 Richmond International Film & Music Festival (RIFF) is booking up to 25 Sonicbids bands for their event showcasing the best local, regional and national acts in conjunction with their celebrated international film festival. Selected artists will receive passes to the events. Top award winners of each music category will also receive awards during Sunday’s Red Carpet Awards.

Compensation Amount: Up to $2,000

Bahamas

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Bahamas Release New Single “Way With Words” Today

New Album Earthtones Available January 19, 2018

On Tour Now

Check out “Way With Words” Here!

Today, Juno Award-winning Toronto singer and songwriter Bahamas—a.k.a. Afie Jurvanen—releases his new single “Way With Words” vie Brushfire/Republic Records.

Check out “Way With Words” HERE.

It heralds the arrival of his fourth full-length album, Earthtones [Brushfire/Republic Records], in stores and at all digital retailers on January 19, 2018. Pre-order it HERE.

On the song Jurvanen stated: “It was hard for me to get excited about this song. I have recorded it a few times and nothing has stuck. We started as a trio with Pino (Palladino) and James (Gadson) and I tried not playing guitar at all at first… Pino came up with this this crazy chordal thing on bass and the song started to come to life more. Added guitars from Christine Bougie and myself while we were on a break touring with The Lumineers and Felicity Williams, Robin Dann and Alanna Stuart added all the harmony parts last December.”

Merging sparse, chilled-out production, hummable guitar, and a sweeping hook, “Way With Words” is the follow-up to Bahamas’ recent single “No Wrong.” Upon its arrival last month, “No Wrong” quickly racked up over half a million Spotify streams and ignited excitement among fans for the impending release of Earthtones.  Watch the music video HERE!

Most importantly, the album upholds a tradition of progression for the artist. Recorded in Los Angeles with the ultimate rhythm section—Pino Palladino [Adele, Ed Sheeran, The Who] on bass and drummer James Gadson [Herb Alpert, D’Angelo]—Earthtones represents another creative breakthrough for Bahamas as the sound becomes deeper and more dynamic than ever before.

Bahamas released his Juno Award-nominated full-length debut, Pink Strat, in 2009 followed by the 2012 fan favorite Barchords. Between supporting Wilco, The Lumineers and Jack Johnson on the road, he built an impassioned audience. 2014’s Bahamas Is Afie represented a watershed moment. Not only did it achieve the 2015 Juno Award for “Adult Alternative Album of the Year,” but he also garnered “Songwriter of the Year” for the singles “All The Time,” “Bitter Memories,” and “Stronger Than That.” A streaming juggernaut who averages nearly 2 million monthly listeners on Spotify, “All The Time” generated a staggering 32 million streams and counting as “Stronger Than That” cracked 9 million. Moreover, he popped up on playlists such as “Calm Down,” “Happy Folk,” “Indie Chillout,” and

many more.

Extensive Tour Dates Announced – Full details and all tour dates are listed below and available, here. Tickets go on sale Friday November 3rd at 10am local time.

December 1st           Sydney, NSW           Sydney Opera House Forecourt*
December 2nd          Sydney, NSW           Sydney Opera House Forecourt*
December 3rd           Brisbane, QLD         Riverstage*
December 4th           Sydney, NSW           The Basement ^
December 5th           Perth, WA                 Mojo’s^
December 6th           Perth, WA                 Kings Park *
December 8th           Melbourne, VIC        Sidney Meyer Music Bowl*
December 9th           Melbourne, VIC        Northcote Social Club^
December 10th         Auckland, NZ            Villa Maria ^
January 19th             Brooklyn, NY            Music Hall of Williamsburg^ (SOLD OUT)
February 13th           Detroit, MI                 El Club^
February 14th           St. Louis, MO            Delmar Hall^
February 15th           Oklahoma City, OK   Academy of Contemporary Music at UCO^
February 16th           Dallas, TX                 The Kessler^
February 17th           Austin, TX                  Antone’s^ (SOLD OUT)
February 19th           Denver, CO                Bluebird^
February 21st           Los Angeles, CA        Teragram^ (SOLD OUT)
February 23rd           San Diego, CA           Belly Up^
February 24th           San Francisco, CA     Independent^ (SOLD OUT)
February 26th           Portland, OR              Alberta Rose^
February 27th           Seattle, WA                Neptune^
February 28th           Victoria, BC                The Royal Theatre^ (SOLD OUT)
March 1st                  Vancouver, BC           Queen Elizabeth Theatre^
March 2nd                 Kamloops, BC            CJ’s Nightclub^
March 3rd                  Calgary, AB                Palace Theatre^
March 5th                  Edmonton, AB            Winspear^
March 6th                  Saskatoon, SK           3rd Ave Church^
March 7th                  Winnipeg, MB            Park Theatre^  (SOLD OUT)
March 8th                  Minneapolis, MN        Fine Line^
March 9th                  Milwaukee, WI           Turner Hall^
March 10th                Chicago, IL                The Metro^
May 3rd                     Boston, MA                Sinclair^
May 4th                     Philadelphia               WCL^
May 5th                     Pittsburgh, PA            Mr. Smalls^
May 6th                     Washington, DC        9:30 Club^
May 8th                     Carrboro, NC             Cats’s Cradle ^
May 9th                     Atlanta, GA                Terminal West^
May 11th                   Nashville, TN             Cannery^
May 12th                   Asheville, NC            Grey Eagle^

*Supporting Jack Johnson (previously announced)
^New headline tour dates

ABOUT REPUBLIC RECORDS

A division of Universal Music Group, the world’s leading music company, Republic Records is home to an all-star roster of multi-platinum, award-winning legends and superstar artists such as Ariana Grande, Aminé, Black Sabbath, DNCE, Florence + the Machine, Gotye, Hailee Steinfeld, James Blake, James Bay, John Mellencamp, Jordan Smith, Julia Michaels, Keith Richards, Kid Cudi, Liam Payne, Marian Hill, Of Monsters and Men, Post Malone, Seth MacFarlane, Stevie Wonder, and more. Founded by brothers and chief executives Monte and Avery Lipman, it is also comprised of innovative business ventures, including American Recordings (The Avett Brothers, Towkio), Boominati Worldwide (Metro Boomin), Brushfire (Jack Johnson), Casablanca Records (Giorgio Moroder, KUNGS, Tïesto), Cash Money (Drake, Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj), Hollywood Records (Sofia Carson, Zendaya), Lava Records (Greta Van Fleet, Jessie J, Lorde), Monkeywrench (Pearl Jam), XO (The Weeknd), Roc Nation (Belly, Justine Skye, The Dream), Tuff Gong (Damian Marley), Victor Victor Records (D Savage, Ski Mask The Slump God), among others. Republic also maintains a long-standing strategic alliance with country powerhouse Big Machine Records (Taylor Swift), and Universal Music Latin Entertainment (Luis Fonsi, J Balvin). In addition, Republic has expanded to release high-profile soundtracks for Universal Pictures (Fifty Shades of Grey, SING), Fox TV (Lee Daniels’ STAR), and NBC TV (The Voice), as well as other notable film and television franchises.

GMC × Black Ice Cream

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GMC Unveils Custom Black Ice Cream To Celebrate The Launch Of New Yukon Denali Ultimate Black Edition

Partners with Famed L.A. Ice Cream Shop, Little Damage, Known for Their Gothic Charcoal Ice Cream

Today, GMC has unveiled a limited-edition Denali Ultimate Black ice cream to celebrate the reveal of its new Yukon Denali Ultimate Black Edition vehicle.  The flavor was developed through a partnership with famed Los Angeles ice cream shop Little Damage, best known for their gothic-inspired charcoal ice cream. Little Damage will be offering free GMC Denali Ultimate Black cones on Thursday, November 30th from sunset to midnight (while supplies last), and then for purchase ($7) through December 10th.

Known for their capable, versatile, and precisely crafted vehicles, GMC is bringing their bold design to Little Damage’s one-of-a-kind creations with a deliciously dark treat. The autumn-themed flavor features cardamom with a light hint of chocolate, layered in with Instagram-worthy silver sprinkles. The sprinkles are inspired by the signature chrome accents seen on the popular GMC Denali trim package, and the cone is topped off with a GMC branded chocolate wafer.

“We wanted to reveal this unique new edition in a completely unexpected way,” said Jennifer Ecclestone, Manager, GMC Communications. “When we found out that Little Damage is famous for its bold, black, precisely crafted ice cream, we knew we found the perfect partner to elevate what customers can find on our Yukon Denali Ultimate Black Edition.”

About the Yukon Denali Ultimate Black Edition

The 2018 Yukon Denali Black Edition is an exciting new package featuring the very best in premium GMC styling and attributes. The Ultimate Black Edition offers all the options available on the Yukon Denali, with a striking exterior look that includes:

• New black-painted 22 inch wheels with chrome inserts

• Polished exhaust tip

• Chrome mirror caps

• Premium carpeted floormats

• Available exclusively with Onyx Black exterior paint

Available on 2WD or 4WD models, the 2018 Yukon Denali Ultimate Black Edition includes the Open Road Package, which consists of a nine-month trial of Sirius XM and NavTraffic; power sunroof and rear-seat entertainment system; Power-Retractable Assist Steps; the Enhanced Security Package including door and liftgate lock shields, glass breakage sensors, interior motion detectors, self-powered horn and vertical movement sensors; and Adaptive Cruise Control with Forward Automatic Braking.

For more information about the new vehicle go to media.gm.com.

About GMC

With a strong foundation of manufacturing trucks since 1902 and now selling in a dozen countries across the world, GMC offers purpose-built vehicles designed and engineered to the highest standard. From the all-new compact SUV Terrain, to the Sierra HD, our trucks and crossovers deliver GMC’s signature combination of intuitive technologies and premium execution with the popular Denali sub-brand representing the pinnacle of GMC design, performance and amenities. Details on all GMC models are available at www.gmc.com, on Twitter at @thisisgmc or at www.facebook.com/gmc

About Little Damage

Located in DTLA, one of the most diverse cities in America, Little Damage is a small family owned business that draws its inspiration from the rich cultural fabric that makes Los Angeles special.  We rotate our flavors seasonally and add featured flavors throughout the year. Rather than offering a conventional selection, we offer unique recipes that allow you step outside of your comfort zone and get a little adventurous. Preparing our ice cream is a labor of love. We accept only the best taste and to ensure the quality you deserve, we prepare ice cream daily in small batches, using local ingredients supplied by organic dairy farmers. Our signature black cones are naturally colored with activated charcoal, and hand rolled minutes before you get one.

Style Artist Lounge

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Style Artist Lounge Attendees to be Immersed in Art, Music & Fashion During Art Basel Miami

Style Artist Lounge will return to Miami—bringing debut fashion collections, live music performances, and exclusive art installations to Art Basel 2017.

Events will be held at the newly renovated MiaBea House, on 23rd and Collins. The Style Artist Lounge will provide guests with two floors of extraordinary experience; the first floor will transport guests into a warm and welcoming area, filled with incredible art installations. Notable artists including: Giuliano Bekor, the Popovy Sisters, John Born, Moncho 192, Rachid Kallamni, Scram Jones, Domingo Zapata, Sofale Ellis and more.

Guests can expect debut fashion presentations by influential designer, Andre Emery accompanied Chelsea Pereira’s Poseidon Society. Draya Michele will present her SS’18 Mint Swim collection and the Style Artist Lounge will additionally be home to a private party hosted by celebrity designer, Marco Marco. A luncheon held by Merril Lynch will benefit the Rush Arts foundation, while a separate networking event by Entrepreneur Magazine will bring young entrepreneurs together.

In the night, a string of parties, celebrity dinners and live music performances will take place in the Style Artist Lounge Annex. Guests can anticipate live performances by DJ Clark Kent, DJ Tony Touch in addition to luxe parties by Lux Now. Vezt Inc. — the music app taking over the industry—will bring a number of notable musicians to the crowd, celebrating the recent launch of their app at a private dinner hosted by Dre of Cool & Dre. Sensational rosé provided by Notorious Pink will fill the glasses of designers, guests, artists, musicians, celebrities and socialites each night.

A special thanks to Essentia Water, Harmless Harvest, International Chamber of Design, Entrepreneur Magazine, Rush Arts Foundation, Merril Lynch, Style Fashion Week, and Mia Bea House.

New and exciting events are being added to the event schedule each day—stay updated on event schedules and get more information on www.stylefashionweek.com