About VAUGHN LOWERY

Vaughn Lowery is a native of Detroit and the youngest of five siblings, a graduate of Cornell University's ILR School. Core duties: global diversification strategy, production management, and ecological implementation. The grandson of the late civil rights defender and recipient of the presidential medal of freedom, Joseph Lowery. Lastly, a distinguished member of the Alpha Phi Alphi Fraternity, Incorporated (Alpha Chapter).

Party Like A Royal

Atlantis Paradise Island, the entertainment capital of the Caribbean, kicked off 2025 with its fourth- annual Party Like a Royal New Year’s Eve celebrations. The talented comedian, actor and producer Adam Devine, most known for his roles in Pitch Perfect and Workaholics, hosted the sold-out event at Atlantis’ Royal Deck under the resort’s famed Royal Towers, entertaining resort guests, visitors, and locals alike.

The star-studded night began with a DJ set from the GRAMMY® award-winning, multi-platinum artist Lil Jon who hyped the crowd as he stood on top of his DJ booth and delivered some of his top hits including “Get Low,” “Shots,” “Turn Down for What,” and “Yeah”. In addition to this, Lil Jon spun a set compilation of other tracks such as DMX’s “Party Up,” Flo Rida’s “Low,” Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’,” and Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ on a Prayer.” The superstar unexpectedly guided a roaring crowd in a positivity mantra to help kick off 2025 on a high note.

Just before midnight, GRAMMY®-nominated singer-songwriter Ellie Goulding took the stage for a surprise performance, delighting concertgoers with a lineup of her most recognizable songs including “Lights,” “Still Falling For You,” “Love Me Like You Do,” “Miracle” and more. She ended her 11-song set with one of her most famous tracks, “Burn.” Earlier in the day, Ellie was spotted relaxing poolside at The Cove at Atlantis.

As the clock was about to strike 12:00, Lil Jon, Ellie Goulding, and Adam Devine all took to the stage leading guests in the countdown to 2025. The evening culminated with a dazzling firework display and a set by award-winning DJ Webstar, who kept the celebration going until 1:30 a.m.

Other highlights from the evening’s festivities included Adam Devine and his wife, actress Chloe Bridges, sharing a New Year’s kiss at the stroke of midnight on stage in front of the crowd, who were also spotted earlier in the day at the Cove Beach. Guests were also entertained throughout the night by stilt walkers and synchronized swimmers in the Royal Pool, who put on a stunning performance throughout the venue.

The New Year’s Eve celebrations followed Steve Aoki’s performance at Atlantis’ Aura Nightclub earlier in the week, which kicked off the Party Like a Royal New Year’s Eve celebration. The GRAMMY®-nominated EDM superstar took the stage shortly after midnight and thrilled a sold-out crowd with an unforgettable set featuring tracks such as “Pursuit of Happiness,” “Nataaoki,” “MIC Drop” and more.

The week’s festivities also included a powerhouse performance by GRAMMY®-winning R&B group 112. Taking the stage at Bar Sol, located within the newly reimagined Atlantis Casino, the legendary group that rose to fame in the 1990s delivered an unforgettable set featuring hits like “Peaches and Cream,” “Cupid,” and a heartfelt tribute to The Notorious B.I.G. with “I’ll Be Missing You.”

Adam Devine, Lil Jon and Ushered Guests of Atlantis Paradise Island Into the New Year at the Fourth Annual Party Like a Royal New Year’s Eve Celebration (Atlantis Paradise Island/Getty Images) via 360 MAGAZINE. — *Adam Devine, Lil Jon, and Ushered Guests of Atlantis Paradise Island*
*Into the New Year at the Fourth Annual Party Like a Royal New Year’s Eve Celebration*
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Ice Spice – Y2K!

4x GRAMMY-nominated and Bronx phenom Ice Spice dropped her explosive Y2K!: I’m Just A Girl (Deluxe) album, out now via 10K Projects/Capitol Records. The Deluxe features 5 brand new tracks, including “Hannah Montana” featuring NLE Choppa and DaBaby, with additional features from BB Trickz and Anuel AA. Listen HERE.

Ice’s wildly anticipated official debut album Y2K!, was originally released in July and came stacked with hits including the Sean Paul-sampling “Gimmie A Light” and hater-dismissing “Think U The Shit (Fart),” which notably became her highest solo charting single on the Billboard Hot 100 (#37). The album also included hits like “Phatt Butt,” “Oh Shhh…” featuring Travis Scott, and the smash summer anthem “Did It First” featuring Central Cee. The video for the infidelity anthem (watch HERE) has since racked up over 42M views, while the song went on to peak on Spotify’s US (#34) and Global (#41) charts.

Pitchfork hailed Y2K! for featuring “some of her most dynamic and abrasive bars to date,” while also praising the album for sounding “like nothing her peers could make, swerving from one sonic inspiration to the next.”

Ice spent the summer dominating the world with her Y2K! WORLD TOUR. Produced by Live Nation, the tour began with a series of festival performances across Europe, and included her first ever headlining North American run with sold out shows at Terminal 5 in New York City, the iconic Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, and more. The Y2K! WORLD TOUR also saw Ice take Europe and the UK by storm with a fall headline run that included shows across Dublin, Manchester, London, Paris, Berlin, Copenhagen, and more.

Y2K! confirms what’s been in the air since Ice’s 2023 debut EP, Like..?, landed her on year-end lists from the likes of Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, The New York Times, and numerous others. Hits like “Munch (Feelin U)” and the Platinum-selling “In Ha Mood” and “Princess Diana” have taken Ice straight to the top of the rap game and brought her a slew of honors, including two People’s Choice Awards, an MTV VMA, a BET Hip-Hop Award, and the Hitmaker Award at the 2024 Billboard Women In Music event. All signs point toward Ice extending her dominance.

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Fang Bo Hung

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With almost two decades of experience, 37-year-old Fang Bo Hung is one of Phnom Penh’s most sought-after photographers. Marangoni Institute in Milan is where this Taiwanese industry veteran graduated, with a focus on fashion photography.

Fang became the creative director of F-Y Studio after finishing his studies in Italy. Throughout his career, Fang has collaborated with a variety of publications and brands.

At present, Fang Bo Hung heads Cloud Photo Studio (CPS) in Phnom Penh. In the last five years, his team has become a base for capturing innovative campaigns for various music clients, specializing in portraiture.

With a strong network throughout Southeast Asia and abroad, Fang Bo Hung continues to perpetuate positivity by cultivating an ecosystem of emerging artists within the design realm.

*In 2024, Sra’Art Gallery in Phnom Penh hosted his fashion art exhibit, which earned rave reviews.

Photographer Fang Bo Hung in Phnom Penh via 360 MAGAZINE.

A$AP Rocky + HOMMEMADE at Art Basel

This weekend, amidst the buzz of Design Miami 2024, multi-hyphenated artist, entrepreneur, actor and fashion icon A$AP Rocky held a private viewing of The Galaxy Collection, the latest collection from HOMMEMADE, his design studio x furniture & home goods brand.

Known for his style, music, and influence on culture, A$AP Rocky is establishing a creative work/living space experience through HOMMEMADE Studios with architectural spaces that provide an artistic and productive environment for traveling and or working creatives. Hommemade aims to challenge conventional design by creating pieces that defy normalcy, inspire creativity, and ensure comfort.

The Galaxy Collection, the second release of Rocky’s HOMMEMADE, expands his Retro Futurism world building – an amalgamation of his own unique style and commitment to solidifying his stake in the design world. The Galaxy Collection provides a deeper look into what a surreal retro futuristic lifestyle would look like from the POV from a Satellite. The “Satellamp” projector / lamp compliments the theory of the collection, while the Skyline Carpet collaboration with Gufram gives a more zoomed-in perspective. These pieces, highlighted by Rocky’s most audacious piece to date – a portable, all-in-one state of the art Studio and Entertainment Center, The CBNT.V1, share a common push/pull theme of retro meets futuristic.

The collection is now available to purchase. For more information, reach out to hommemade@awge.com.

Rihanna, A$AP Rocky, DJ Khaled at art basl hommemade design studio and furniture via 360 MAGAZINE.

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KOFI ODURO

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Kofi Oduro is an emerging shutterbug and fashion model with a distinctive eye for unified lighting. He combines natural and artificial light to evoke a certain level of emotion.

Oduro hails from Ghana and recalls from an early age how his father’s strong innate style ignited his passion for design.

As a young adult, he enlisted in the airforce and became a military nurse. After completing his tour, he began to embrace photography. Fast forward 9 years, he is now announcing his inaugural exhibit at Sra’Art Gallery in Phnom Penh on January 18, 2025, featuring paraplegic athletes.

During a 360 MAG podcast, he was asked, “Is there anything else you would like to mention?” He replied, “I would like to thank my wife.”

Photographer Kofi Oduro captures pregnant wife with artwork by Vaughn Lowery via 360 Magazine. — Photographer Kofi Oduro captures pregnant wife with art vase by Vaughn Lowery.

Exploring a career in the design world can be challenging; however, with the support from loved ones along with perseverance, an African pioneer like Oduro will continue to flourish.

*Special thanks to Big MaMa for providing lite bites at Kofi Oduro’s Sra’Art Gallery installation.

**Thanks to Cecil Eap of Sra’Art Gallery for providing the venue.

Photographer/Model Kofi Oduro in Phnom Penh speaks to Vaughn Lowery about his Sra'Art gallery art exhibition via 360 Magazine.

Cakes + Craft Phnom Penh

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Expats may experience occasional cravings for comfort food from their home country. Cakes + Crafts will satisfy your taste buds, so stop searching. It brings back memories of Johnny Rockets, Fat Burger, Sonic Burger, Coney Island, In-and-Out Burger, and Smash Burger.

A motley crew of Khmericans and Cambodians owns and operates this cantina, which is infused with emerging artists and skateboard enthusiasts. Most of their ingredients and condiments, such as hot sauce, are obtained from local suppliers by the establishment. They also offer Heinz ketchup and French’s yellow mustard. The chicken is seasoned and battered using a family recipe to make it extra crispy (they use eggs). The hot dogs and smoked bacon are produced by local vendors instead of being processed, and the buns come from a resident baker who makes them in-house. The reason to visit are the home-cut fries alone. Your chili palate will be easily satisfied by homemade hot sauces. Their on-site mixologist easily creates a Long Island or a simple two-part cocktail. Chang Beer is available on draft (from Thailand), Cambodian beer is available in cans, and Jagermeister shots. Their Happy Hour and menu items are always changing, so be sure to check their websites for real-time amendments.

This place is a great place to visit due to its excellent service, trendy atmosphere, and delicious food. Generally speaking, the freshest foods tend to taste best when made on-site. Alternatively, you can order through Nahm24/Food Panda for delivery or use Grab Express for pickup.

Lastly, Cakes + Craft hosts birthday gatherings and viewing parties for UFC fights as well as soccer matches.

*Hours of operation: 11 am to 11 pm daily. Closed Tuesdays.

Cakes & Craft Phnom Penh captured by Vaughn Lowery for 360 MAGAZINE.

Doechii – New Vid + Livestream

Three-time GRAMMY nominee Doechii views the last few years of her life through the lens of classic sitcoms like “Family Matters” in the official video for “DENIAL IS A RIVER.” View HERE. Directed by Carlos Acosta and James Mackel, the high-energy video features cameos by Zack Fox, ScHoolboy Q, Rickey Thompson, Teezo Touchdown, Earl Sweatshirt, SiR, Baby Tate and DJ Miss Milan.

When the trailer for the video – inspired by the title sequence of “Family Matters,” complete with theme song “As Days Go By” – dropped last week, it elicited a barrage of comments from fans and fellow artists, including SZA, GloRilla, Hayley Williams and Willow Smith. Doechii also shared two skits to accompany the video – “Doechii Slaps Brad Pitt” (view HERE) and “LA ROSA DE DOECHII” (view HERE). Comedy Central posted a third skit, “Can I Hit THat” with ScHoolboy Q (view HERE).

Watch Doechii’s livestream – “Denial is A Stream” – at 3:00 PM PT today, January 2, on her YouTube channel. Doechii and Issa Rae recently took the Genius Open Mic stage over for a very special rendition of “DENIAL IS A RIVER.” View HERE.

“DENIAL IS A RIVER” is from her acclaimed mixtape Alligator Bites Never Heal, which received a GRAMMY nomination for Best Rap Album while the single “NISSAN ALTIMA” received a nod for Best Rap Performance and Doechii was nominated for Best New Artist. The track has entered the top 100 on the U.S. Spotify charts.

Alligator Bites Never Heal came in at No. 1 on Rolling Stone’s list of “The 20 Best Hip-Hop Albums of 2024” and placed in the top 10 of their overall “Best Albums of 2024” tally. Critics at NPR, Paste, Consequence of Sound, Stereogum and UPROXX also hailed Alligator Bites Never Heal as one of 2024’s best albums. Listen HERE.

After wrapping up the sold-out Alligator Bites Never Heal The Tour, which brought her to the U.S., Europe, and the UK, Doechii closed out 2024 with a blitz of special appearances. She performed “DENIAL IS A RIVER” and “BOILED PEANUTS” on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” did a Tiny Desk Concert on NPR Music, accepted the Hip-Hop Disrupter award at Variety’s eighth annual Hitmakers celebration and visited the GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles for a discussion of Alligator Bites Never Heal and a special performance. As he introduced Doechii at the museum, Killer Mike hailed her as “an artist who I feel is the present, the future – and who’s going to change music forever.”

Doechii Photo Credit: John Jay

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Hometown Hangout Phnom Penh

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Hometown Hangout, established in 2017, is helmed by a dynamic duo: a French professor, Pierre, and Turkish hotelier, Tolga. Both understand the world of hospitality and the importance of communication. Combining an educational career with food and beverage is a home run.

Nestled in the heart of TTP, in close proximity to Kon Bar and Cakes & Craft, adorned with floor-to-ceiling glass, with an accessible staff in tow, they have some of the best beers on top. The group is composed of both Cambodians and expats. Each night has a distinct promotion. Be sure to check their Facebook for listings. Various days see live bands perform, with karaoke mixed in. What makes this place so different is the ambiance. It is in rugby red with black accent walls, coupled with wood tabletops and tufted benches. Despite the absence of food or a kitchen on-site, you can still order delivery.

Amenities include: a pool table, a foosball, a PlayStation gaming area, and a performance stage. With a state-of-the-art audio system, they play an array of eclectic music–afrobeats, EDM, rap, pop, and rock.

The icing on the cake is not only the accessible management but also the patrons. Moreover, if a dewy-eyed, 14-month-old Rottweiler, the bar’s mascot doesn’t make you melt, the overall patronage will.

If you’re searching for a memorable moment, check it out. You’ll be transported into a realm that will soon rival BKK and Bassac Lane.

*Be sure to ask for local Cambodian promoter Jono.

**This bar is located within walking distance to Zando, a beauty bar, local ABA branch, and a barbershop.

Hometown Hangout Phnom Penh captured by Vaughn Lowery for 360 MAGAZINE.

Atlantis Paradise Island + Steve Aoki

Last night, Atlantis Paradise Island, the entertainment capital of the Caribbean, kicked off its 4th annual Party Like a Royal New Year’s Eve celebration with a show-stopping performance by world-renowned DJ Steve Aoki. Known for his electrifying performances and relentless schedule of over 200 shows a year, the GRAMMY®-nominated EDM superstar took the stage at Atlantis’ Aura Nightclub shortly after midnight. Aoki thrilled a sold-out crowd of resort guests, visitors, and locals with an unforgettable set featuring tracks such as “Pursuit of Happiness”, “Nataaoki,” “MIC Drop” and more.

During his electrifying set, Steve captivated the audience with a masterful remix of Bruno Mars’ hit single, “Talking to the Moon.” The nightclub buzzed with energy as the crowd sang along in perfect harmony. This was just one of the many highlights from the iconic DJ’s performance last night.

The Party Like Royal celebrations continue through December 31st, offering an exciting lineup of performances. On December 28th, R&B legends 112 will take the stage, followed by Who’s Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience on December 30th at Bar Sol.

New Year’s Eve promises to be an unforgettable night of live entertainment, fireworks, and fun at the resort’s Royal Deck, all hosted by comedian and actor Adam Devine. The evening will kick off with a DJ set by GRAMMY® Award-winning, multi-Platinum artist Lil Jon, followed by a surprise musical performance. At midnight, a spectacular fireworks display will light up the sky, and DJ Webstar will keep the energy high, spinning until 1:30 a.m.

Steve Aoki performing at Aura Nightclub at Atlantis Paradise Island during the 4th annual Party like a Royal New Year’s Eve Celebration (Atlantis Paradise Island/Julian Wallace) via 360 MAGAZINE.

Beyoncé Bowl Mesmerizes Millions

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It’s been months since we have seen anything visually from the Cowboy Carter album. And Beyoncé drank every moment of it (a 13-minute medley of 8 songs). Wearing white, she trotted into the stadium on a horse while singing one of the record’s most iconic tracks, 16 Carriages. Fast forward, she’s strutting with some of the country music’s rising stars (Tanner Adell) singing Blackbiird. Then, she rocked out to YaYa. Additional ingredients include Blue Ivy, Shaboozey (spaghetti), Post Malone (Levii’s Jeans), and Texas Southern’s marching band.

Effortlessly epic. This less assertive version of Beyoncé was crucial due to the recent events in America. Mrs. Carter was born to entertain. Overall, it was reminiscent of Beychella–a cohesive body of work.

Obtaining RIAA certification for the most titles by a female artist of all time and becoming crowned as the #1 pop star of the 21st century are the reasons behind this emotional experience.

Surely, it was not possible to imagine that 22 years later, when celebrity shutterbug Markus Klinko captured her in 2003 for her debut album Dangerously in Love, she would attain a meteoric mark. The Queen has repeatedly demonstrated her worth to Americans. Her impactful country music recital will definitely result in her winning several Grammys, including Album of the Year. Yale’s decision to add her to their academic roster to address her cultural influence on society is a no-brainer.

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