Posts made in July 2020

CIREM

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Driven by an ethos to put women first, put product over profit, and an effort to provide superior skincare during uncertain times, Cirem, the American ultra-luxury skincare brand, has lowered their product prices. The entire line of ultra-luxury skincare products, formulated by medical professionals whose job it is to make the best ingredients bioavailable to the body, has been dropped by an average of 43% at www.CIREM.com and on Amazon. In addition, the skincare company continues to donate 10% of gross sales to women in safe shelters across the country.

The move is the second response the company has made for its customers since the outbreak of COVID-19. In April, CIREM pivoted to provide a medical-grade hand sanitizer to hospitals in the Los Angeles area, then made the product available for sale to its customers.

360 Magazine tested the Youthboost Diamond Moisturizing Cream, HCR 3-IN-1 Serum and Hydrating Face Mist. The trio left our pores rejuvenated and skin feeling healthier than ever. The serum is definitely a team favorite as it combines Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin C and Retinol for an age-reversing spell.

CIREM® is an American version of the legendary skincare lines of Europe; comparable to La Prairie, La Mer, Cle de Peau, but made in America and by compounding pharmacists whose job it is to ensure that efficacious ingredients are bioavailable to the body.

Queer Eye × VINCINT

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Acclaimed singer-songwriter VINCINT has teamed up with the cast of Netflix’s Emmy Award-winning series, Queer Eye, to unveil the music video for “Be Me.” Directed by Jake Wilson (Cher, Lizzo, Jonas Brothers) and filmed by VINCINT and the Fab Five using their iPhone cameras during quarantine, “Be Me” is out today on VINCINT’s official YouTube channel.

Watch “Be Me” here.

“It’s a celebration of the self!” says VINCINT. “A moment to believe that you can be more than what you thought you ever could. This video is a burst of light in a time where light is so needed. Working with The Fab 5 is a dream! I’m so grateful they all agreed to be a part of it and took the time to film their parts! They’re all little pop stars.”

“Filming at home was actually a lot of fun,” VINCINT continues. “It was the first time in quarantine where I really got to be creative, and thank god for my best friends (who I had been staying with) for being able and willing to shoot the video with me and take the instructions so well! Working with Jake is always amazing because he can read my mind and know the exact angles and shots I will love! This time was a little different because he had to direct the entire video over FaceTime, haha, but he was phenomenal. With all of us working together, I think it turned out beautifully!”

The Emmy® Award-winning Queer Eye returns on June 5 ready to transform the stylistically challenged into hip and happening savants at the hands of the Fab Five. Now in its fifth season, Queer Eye’s fearless ambassadors head east to Philadelphia, the birthplace of the nation, to bring their infectious brand of self-love, confidence and encouragement to a whole new roster of heroes.

“Be Me” arrives hot on the heels of VINCINT’s acclaimed debut EP, The Feeling, available now via AWAL for streaming and download HERE.

Listen to “Be Me” here.

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DreamDoll – Ahh Ahh Ahh

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Bronx-born DreamDoll released her new track “Ahh Ahh Ahh” [ft. Fivio Foreign] today.

The song, which combines dark, trap-inspired beats and truthful lyrics that present a fresh, raw side to the project, follows her smash hit “Who You Loving?” with G-Eazy and her feature on Dj Drewski’s “Water.”

Listen to “Ahh Ahh Ahh” [ft. Fivio Foreign] here.

DreamDoll’s passion for writing and rapping started when she was in college, where she built her success with a keen sense of hustle and creativity. Raised at the Edenwald Housing Projects alongside her four younger siblings, she spent her nights bartending to support her family while putting online work in by day, determined to build her dedicated Instagram following.

“Ahh Ahh Ahh puts DreamDoll forward as the next leader of hip-hop’s new generation of raw feminine chart toppers,” A press release reads, “It is with her effortless flow and unparalleled sense of rhythm that she pushes forward with not only a towering sense of beauty, but a source of inspiring talent destined for the forward ranks of rap’s future.”

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Native American Rights Win in Court

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By Eamonn Burke

In a major win for Native American rights, the Supreme Court decided in a ruling yesterday that roughly half of the state of Oklahoma are Native American conservation lands. The case was brought about by a convicted rapist named Jimcy McGirt, a member of the Seminole nation, who claimed that he could not be prosecuted by the state of Oklahoma because the assault occurred on lands claimed by the Muscogee Creek Nation.

Although the federal government can still prosecute the people of this land – about 1.8 million in population (15% Native American) and 3 million acres in size – they are protected from the state and may even be exempt from state taxes.

It was Neil Gorsuch, a Trump appointee, who tipped the 5-4 vote to the liberals, citing the Trail of Tears as precedent and reasoning that “Because Congress has not said otherwise, we hold the government to its word.” Tribal leaders of the Five Tribes of Oklahoma favored the ruling. Republican Chief Justice John Roberts, however, believes that the decision will damage the Oklahoma state court’s authority.

The 71 year old McGirt accused of raping a young girl in 1997 was spared of a prison sentence but could still be tried in federal court.

Kane Brown × Khalid × Swae Lee Be Like That

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Multi-Platinum country superstar Kane Brown released “Be Like That” together with Grammy-nominated artists Swae Lee and Khalid today. The Pop-forward summer anthem, which all three artists had a hand in writing, follows Brown’s unifying ballad “Worldwide Beautiful,” which he released last month and debuted on nationwide television with a performance at the 2020 BET Awards on June 28.

“It’s about all the different feelings you can have in a relationship,” Brown says of “Be Like That. “And trying not to overthink it. When it gets tough, you want to be on your own, but then you miss the person a second later. I think it’s something everyone goes through.”

“Be Like That” reunites past collaborators Brown and Khalid, who teamed up for a remix of Khalid’s single, “Saturday Nights,” in January 2019. From there, Brown went on to work with a series of stars across multiple genres, including famed DJ Marshmello, with whom he co-wrote and released “One Thing Right,” which reached the Top 15 at Mediabase’s Pop Radio Airplay chart. His ballad with John Legend, “Last Time I Say Sorry,” followed in March 2020 and peaked at No. 2 on Billboard’s Digital Song Sales chart. The following month, Brown dropped “Cool Again,” which closed out April as the most-added single to country radio and is currently at No. 14 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart.

Swae Lee released “Reality Check” last month, his first new music since his feature on Chloe x Halle’s hit “Catch Up” from their Top R&B Albums No. 2 long-player, Ungodly Hour. Earlier this year, Khalid unveiled a pair of critically acclaimed new singles, “Know Your Worth” (w/Disclosure) and “Eleven” feat. Summer Walker along with stunning visuals to accompany both tracks.

UnoTheActivist – 8

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Atlanta’s UnoTheActivist released his debut album, 8, today.

“This 18-track opus illuminates the scope of his scorching signature sound highlighted by the wild and woozy ‘My Go To’ [feat. Calboy] and many more,” a press release reads, “Amidst a bevy of bangers, it also boasts fan favorites such as ‘Can’t Go’ feat. Ty Dolla $ign, ‘Night Mode’ feat. 2GramCam, and ‘Inches,’ to name a few.”

“This debut album is going to reach [people’s] ears and they’re going to pick up on that frequency. We’re at that time right now where this frequency is needed,” says Uno. “People need their spirits and frequencies uplifted so they could be in better moods. People need a voice, and they need something soothing and something to help them get through all this bullshit. It’s time for me to bring a change to the vibrations in the world.”

Listen to 8 here.

TRACKLISTING:

1. Aye Yai Yai

2. Pure

3. Circle And Squares

4. Ew

5. Das Him

6. Can’t Go [feat. Ty Dolla $ign]

7. Night Mode [feat. 2gramcam]

8. My Type

9. Miss Me

10. Devil On Yo Right Shoulder

11. Mo Money

12. Inches

13. WATTBA

14. Double Back

15. Who Me

16. Tell Me Who Better

17. My Go To [feat. Calboy]

18. Blood Sweat And Tears

FOLLOW UNOTHEACTIVIST: Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

Triple One – Loverose

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Triple One, a genre-bending group from Sydney, have released the first single from their debut album today, “Loverose.”

While their music is rooted in hip-hop, Triple One also experiments with elements of metal, emo, pop, punk, and R&B, making their sound almost impossible to categorize.

“‘Loverose’ is a reflective yet triumphant single that blends their preference for overcast melodies, venomous bars, and bombastic production,” A press release reads, “The song features pensive lyrics about sacrifice, the tentative nature of success, and what it means to achieve something in both their personal and professional lives; tying these real-life experiences with otherworldly space metaphors.”

The music video, directed by Tyson Perkins and Marty Bugatti, reflects the themes of ‘Loverose’ through a series of alien landscapes, resulting in a cinematic experience housed in an eerie, post-apocalyptic planet. Vocalist Marty Bugatti shares that “Loverose” is a song about the flawed nature of intimate love; “Humans are an imperfect creation and also mortal. This makes love a lot harder, but also a lot more beautiful.” Producer Billy Gunns describes the track as “being close to something that you’ve been wanting your whole life.”

Buy/stream “Loverose” here and watch the music video here.

FOLLOW TRIPLE ONE: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube

Ocean Prime NYC Reopens

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By Katrina Tiktinsky

As New York City moves forward with its reopening process, many of the area’s beloved restaurants are making a comeback, to the delight of loyal customers and new visitors alike.

Among them is Ocean Prime NYC, part of the nation-wide Cameron Mitchell Restaurants collection, an inspired assortment of thirty-seven restaurants which boasts a range of sixteen different concepts.

The stylish Manhattan joint will make use of an outdoor covered patio, offering diners a safe and socially-distanced way to enjoy award-winning seafood, steaks, and cocktails. Tasteful shade assures a much-needed relief from this summer heat, and protection from any less-desirable weather.

This exquisite restaurant, located at 123 W. 52nd Street, off 6th Avenue, is a natural choice after a stroll through Central Park or Rock Center. It’s a joyous reawakening of city life for New Yorkers emerging from quarantine.

Ocean Prime is taking extensive steps to keep its associates and patrons safe. Detailed information about these efforts can be found on the restaurant website HERE. With profound faith in its cautionary measures, Ocean Prime excitedly welcomes customers back to delicious food and memorable dining experiences.

For more about Ocean Prime NYC, including their mouthwatering menu, a photo gallery documenting the restaurant experience, and details on private dining options, visit the full website HERE.

Consumer Reports – Cars of COVID

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By Katrina Tiktinsky

The COVID-19 period might seem like an odd moment to go car shopping, but dealerships are offering extensive safety measures and incredible discounts that are hard to turn down. Knowing how to shop responsibly for your body and your budget is undeniably important, given the current state of the world. Consumer Reports has stepped in to offer advice when it comes to these purchases and purchasing methods. With two new articles on lower-cost vehicle reliability and safety-conscious car purchasing decisions, CR uses its expertise to guide drivers toward wise strategies.

“Most Reliable New Cars and SUVs That Won’t Sink Your Budget” reviews a number of high-scoring vehicle models below a $30,000 price cap. Documenting vehicle performance, reliability (owner satisfaction), and several safety technologies, Consumer Reports paints a complete image of each car’s pros and cons, successes and drawbacks. This guidance helps protect consumers against cars that make for cheap purchases but require costly maintenance. Instead, the more highly-reviewed cars in this report are documented as investments that begin and remain reasonably affordable.

“Is Now the Right Time to Buy a Car?” considers the innovative decisions dealerships and car companies are making to remain attractive to buyers in the midst of the pandemic. The article further advises consumers on how to react in the face of these new offerings, and, accordingly, how to shop safely. Consumer Reports urges the value of researching and exploring cars online before looking at vehicles in person. The article also places value in local dealerships, especially those that offer safety measures such as contactless payment, home delivery, or buy-at-home options. Consumer Reports advises how to get the best bang for your buck, considers the potential of used cars, and reminds consumers how to make sure their purchases age gracefully.

In combination, these two articles further the Consumer Reports goal of providing tools for thoughtful spending. If you are considering buying a car, especially in the midst of the pandemic, this well-researched and personable website will help you do so with comfort and confidence.

For more information, view the following links:

Consumer Reports Website | “Most Reliable New Cars and SUVs That Won’t Sink Your Budget” | “Is Now the Right Time to Buy a Car?”

Rilés – New EP

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Today, French Algerian rapper Rilès presents his anxiously awaited new LVL 36 EP with a sci-fi visualizer for “LET IT GO” featuring Tommy Genesis [Republic Records].

The four-track trip boasts his acclaimed new single “GOA.” Within a few weeks’ time, the lyric video has already generated over 1.2 million views. Not to mention, it garnered widespread tastemaker praise. Atwood Magazine called it, “an effervescent trap number fit for a million different house parties across the globe.” Meanwhile, Reignland proclaimed it, “an amazing new track” and Aipate highlighted its “engagingly bouncy trap beat perfect for the club environment.” As the track gains steam, Rilès also continues to grow his audience with streamers around the world.

For the uninitiated, he exhibits a curatorial prowess a la Travis Scott with effervescent and ethereal Don Toliver-style soul-spiked vocals. However, he also stands out by leaving a piece of himself on each and every track. The EP reflects a major turning point for Rilès. After years of exclusively producing, writing, and recording out of his bedroom, he moved to Los Angeles and worked with top producers to add a new dimension to this vision.

Kicking off this journey to LVL 36, glassy guitars glow on the entrancing opener “LET IT GO” as his inimitable voice echoes. Meanwhile, “KEEP IT SEXY” hinges on a hypnotic beat as it builds towards a swooning refrain punctuated by his unpredictable cadences.

Check out out the full tracklisting below.

Last year Rilès became a recognized force in French music with the release of his 2019 full- length debut, WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE, which put up huge numbers with the hit songs “MARIJUANA” (55M global streams) and “THANK GOD” (41M global streams). Before then Rilès caught the world’s attention in 2016 when he decided to pen, produce, perform, record, mix, master, and engineer one song per week for a year straight—all done in his childhood bedroom. These 52 tracks populated his YouTube channel as he completed this run in September 2017, tallying 300 million-plus views and 300 million streams.

Tracklisting:
1. “LET IT GO”
2. “FEELINGS”
3. “KEEP IT SEXY”
4. “GOA”