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).

MALIBU RUM – NPCD Fiesta

MALIBU Rum‘s National Pina Colada Day celebration was a paradise-themed event in Beverly Hills at The Hideaway. Hosted by DJ Cassidy with a special DJ performance by Jermaine Dupri. Moreover, there was a surprise guest set by DJ Jus Ske, which featured performances by Shaggy, Rayvon, and Estelle.

Once VIPs settled, DJ Cassidy, Shaggy, and Rayvon made a special toast to their remake and music video, If You Like Piña Coladas.

Lastly, Kenny Flowers partners with Malibu Rum to offer an immersive pop-up, featuring a limited edition colorful Colada Collection HERE.

Chelsea Tavares attends Malibu Rum National Piña Colada Day celebration in Beverly Hills shot by Kevin Wong via 360 MAGAZINE.

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Notable guests in attendance: Evan Ross, Charlotte McKinney, Katie Cassidy, UFC star Luke Rockhold, Foodgod, O’neal McKnight, Cynthia Bailey, All American star Chelsea Tavares, Stephen Huszar, Vanderpump Rules’ James Kennedy, Ally Lewber and Charli Burnett, Susie Evans, Julissa Bermudez, Broderick Hunter, Ugo Mozie, Justin Glaze, Diana Madison, Sigail Currie, Andrew Spencer, Josie Monroe, Dakota West, Alexa Dowd, Rodney Matthews, Mike Manning, Porscha Coleman, Sheer Element, J Lee, Hannah Linderman, Ingrid O’hara, Juliet Hartly, Max Wyatt, Cris brachini, Madison Muiruri, Too Hot To Handle’s Kayla Richart and Georgia Hassarati, Bridget Satterlee, Sarah Nigra, Juliet Hartly, Jamar Hart, Sergio Farias, Faith Ordway, Paul Butcher, Rebecca Kreisman, Allison Melnick, Peyton Saige, Vas Morgan, Alexis Bumgarner, Courtney Gibson, Sebastian Topete, DJ Pookie, Hootie Hurley, Christopher Romero, Morgan Gonzalez. Cale Saurage, Garrett Castro, Brooke Bridges, Brett Neustrom, Loreen Hwang, Becca Moore, Katelyn Sadé, Chris Aire, Michal Idan, Kinya Claiborne, Sivan Gold, Joanna Carolina Federica Barletta, Elias Black also joined by Hideaway partners JT Torregiani, and Sylvain Bitton.

JT – NO BARS

JT RELEASES NEW SINGLE “NO BARS”

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CITY GIRLS’ JT LAUNCHES NoBarsReform.com TO ASSIST IN REHABILITATION FOR WOMEN WHO ARE RECENTLY RELEASED OR NEARING RELEASE FROM PRISON

JT, one half of City Girls, releases “No Bars” (Quality Control Music/Motown) today. This is JT’s first solo City Girls release since 2019’s “JT First Day Out” which she put out after she was released from a one-year prison stint and nearly two-years on house arrest. Listen to “No Bars” HERE.

The record will also be on the upcoming City Girl’s album.

JT has vowed to use her voice and platform to help other incarcerated women rehabilitate into society by assisting with resources such as therapy, job placement, social services, and housing. With that in mind, she announces the launch of NoBarsReform.com, a website focusing on rehabilitating women who are nearing release or recently released from prison. This is a cause that’s personal to JT, and she wants to give back to women who otherwise wouldn’t have access to resources that will assist them with readjusting to society.

City Girls recently released “Piñata” in June, which came out just one day after their previous single “I Need A Thug.” They also linked up with Diddy and Fabolous on the popular summer bop “Act Bad,” all in preparation for a Bad Girl summer. Prior to that, the duo left their mark on 2022 with “Top Notch” featuring Fivio Foreign and “Good Love” — an uptempo linkup with R&B legend Usher. The latter was the latest in a long line of outrageous hits stretching back to 2017’s “Fuck Dat N***a.” Since then, they have landed platinum records with bangers like “Act Up” and the Cardi B-assisted “Twerk.”

JT’s solo feature appearances include Nicki Minaj’s 2022 record “Super Freaky Girl (Queen Mix”) and Summer Walker’s 2021 track “Ex For A Reason.”

Having recently been named one of the 50 greatest rap groups of all time by Billboard and nominated for Best Group at the BET Awards, JT and Yung Miami are primed to get everyone dancing as they continue their upward rise toward becoming legends in the game. With more than 15 billion cumulative streams to their credit and co-signs from hip-hop heavyweights ranging from Missy Elliott, who directed the video for 2021’s “Twerkulator,” to Lil Wayne (a featured artist on 2020’s “Pussy Talk”), City Girls are a legitimate phenomenon, who continue to rewrite the rulebook with every new release. Stay tuned for more badness coming your way…

Between 1980 and 2021, the number of incarcerated women increased by more than 525%, rising from a total of 26,326 in 1980 to 168,449 in 2021. While 2020 saw a downsizing due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this trend reversed with a 10% increase in 2021.

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Maximizing Nutrition on a Budget

By: Sherry Torkos, B.Sc.Phm., R.Ph., author, “Saving Women’s Hearts”

In today’s challenging economic climate, where food prices are soaring and budgets are tight, maintaining a nutritious diet can be a struggle for many individuals. However, by incorporating quality supplements into your routine, you can bridge the nutrient gap and ensure your body receives the essential vitamins and minerals it requires. In this article, we will explore effective cost-cutting strategies for vitamins and supplements that not only save you money now, but also contribute to your long-term health and well-being.

A Budget-Friendly Nutrition Asset

Supplements are designed to supplement your diet, particularly when obtaining all the nutrients you need through food becomes challenging due to fluctuating food prices. Rather than sacrificing your health due to inflated grocery store costs, supplements can be your best budget-friendly asset. However, it is crucial to choose supplements that are backed by science and proven to be effective in the correct doses. Research the quality and credibility of the supplement brand before making a purchase.

Combination Supplements: Extra Bang for Your Buck

One of the most cost-effective strategies is to opt for combination supplements that are backed by science. These supplements contain multiple nutrients in one convenient dose, eliminating the need to purchase multiple supplements. By investing in combination supplements, you not only decrease the number of supplements you need to take, but also enhance the value you get from each purchase. For cardiovascular health, immune health and overall well-being, I recommend Wakunaga’s Kyolic supplement line because it offers the most researched and science-backed formulas of Aged Garlic Extract (AGE) on the market. For example, Kyolic’s Heart, Bone & Immune Health Formula 152 provides cardiovascular benefits, stress and fatigue relief, GI cleansing, immune support, and bone health in one comprehensive supplement, eliminating the need to purchase and take multiple products.

Clipping Digital Coupons and Stocking Up During Online Sales

To further save money on supplements, take advantage of digital coupons offered by retailers. Many supplement brands and online stores offer discounts or promotional codes that can significantly reduce the cost of your purchases. Additionally, keep an eye out for online sales or special deals where you can stock up on your favorite supplements at discounted prices. Unlike food, supplements have a longer shelf life and do not expire as quickly, allowing you to buy in bulk when prices are low. Additionally, look for value packs or larger-sized bottles of supplements, which often offer a lower cost per serving compared to smaller packages.

Preventative Steps for Future Health

While it may seem counterintuitive to spend money on supplements during tight financial times, it is essential to recognize that investing in high-quality, science-supported supplements is a wise long-term strategy. By providing your body with the necessary nutrients it needs, you take preventative steps towards your future health. This may potentially reduce healthcare costs in the long run, as you proactively address deficiencies and support your overall well-being.

Biography: Sherry Torkos, B.Sc.Phm., R.Ph., is a distinguished pharmacist, accomplished author, and dedicated health advisor with a profound commitment to preventive healthcare. Graduating with honors from the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science in 1992, Torkos has since practiced holistic pharmacy in Ontario’s Niagara region. Her expertise lies in integrating conventional and complementary therapies for optimal health and disease prevention. Recognized for her exceptional patient care, Torkos has received national pharmacy awards and delivered numerous lectures to medical professionals and the public. As an influential health expert, she has authored authoritative books like “The Canadian Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine” and “Saving Women’s Hearts.” Torkos serves as an advisor for Probiotics.com, providing evidence-based recommendations to guide individuals towards optimal health.

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CLAIRE SILVER AT CHRISTIE’S

Anonymous AI-Collaborative artist CLAIRE SILVER will have two works represented in Christie’s and Gucci’s Future Frequencies: Explorations in Generative Art and Fashion collection, open for bidding July 18 – 25, 2023. Featured in the auction are “style moderne”—an homage to the Art Deco movement—and “Shinjitai”—a collaborative piece with Tokyo-based multidisciplinary artist Emi Kusano.

In each of her works, Silver creatively explores intersectional aspects of fashion, art, and technology. Interplay between autonomous systems, AI, and fashion represents a fusion of disparate ecosystems – overlaying fashion, an industry concerned with garment design and production, onto the worlds of generative art and artificial intelligence, which employ algorithms, modeling, and data to simulate human-like intelligence and artistic output. It’s an invitation to avant-garde thinking, with the motivation to propel radical new ideas and concepts around fashion’s supporting technologies towards future realities.

Claire Silver remarks, “I’m very proud to present two works: ‘Shinjitai,’ created in collaboration with Emi Kusano for Gucci, and ‘style moderne,’ a solo piece for Christie’s. ‘Shinjitai,’ which translates to “new character forms,” is wearable art that uses AI to merge the storied aesthetic of Gucci with the spirit of Harajuku fashion. Inspired by Art Deco, ‘style moderne’ uses machines to create an intimate digital home for its collector. Combining AI, 3D, film, and advanced mathematical functions with antique paintings and tapestries from China, Japan, and Eastern and Western Europe, both works are intended to celebrate the era of AI: the sophistication of experience, the innocent joy of the new, the depth of cultural heritage, and the light of the future. In the spirit of our digital + physical world, both works include physical components for their collectors–from rolls of fabric to hologram displays.”

The auction—which also showcases Emily Xie, William Mapan, Zach Lieberman, Botto, Helena Sarin, DRAUP, among others–takes places on Christie’s 3.0, a fully on-chain auction platform launched by Christie’s in 2022, and the works will also be highlighted on Gucci Art Space, Gucci’s online gallery space spotlighting and empowering artists by providing them with the freedom and latitude to harness uncharted, innovative concepts and expressions at the intersection of fashion and art, to disrupt and redefine existing norms.

This auction and exhibition is showcased alongside Christie’s seventh Art + Tech Summit happening July 19 & 20 in New York City and the works will be on display at Christie’s at 20 Rockefeller Center July 14-23.

About the pieces

Claire Silver x Emi Kusano, “Shinjitai”

AI, 3D, Film

Christie’s 3.0 Claire Silver x Emi Kusano Shinjitai

Made using a mix of AI and public domain materials, ‘style modern” reflects on the spirit of the Art Deco movement and its parallels to our age. In Art Deco, all is made beautiful, no matter how humble. Utility and aesthetic are combined, equally important, with the goal of creating a sense of luxury and awe in those who view it. The focus, therefore, is using the industrial and practical to create a divine and intimate experience for human benefit. AI is, at its best, a natural succession of this philosophy. Public domain assets are human creativity set free, and in the spirit of our creative lineage, Claire included them in this piece. Human and machine, the past, present, and future work in harmony to create form and function. AI was used to texture the 3D scene from pieces of AI-Collaborative art. The art combines advanced mathematical functions with ancient paintings from China, Japan, and Eastern and Western Europe, and the 3D textures were combined with tapestries from cultures across centuries. The film was originally public domain, reiterated several times with AI and finished with work done digitally (by hand). In the spirit of abundance, this piece has two additional components:

1) A code entitling the collector to claim the 3D scene and associated files, so they may utilize the space digitally/in metaverse (this claim will take place in March 2024).

2) A physical hologram depicting the centerpiece of the work, the blooming flower. This hologram may be displayed physically however the collector sees fit.

About Claire Silver

Claire Silver is an anonymous AI-Collaborative artist whose work explores themes of innocence, trauma, the hero’s journey, and how our view of them will change in an increasingly transhumanist future. Her art can be found in the permanent collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, has been sold at Sotheby’s London and has been exhibited in galleries, museums, and festivals all over the world. Featured in the New York Times, WIRED, Fortune, NPR, and countless podcasts, Claire takes every opportunity to explore her unending fascination with AI, fight for visibility for this budding art movement, and wonder at the magnitude of this moment in history. She often feels like a caveman painting fire. Claire is also co-founder of Accelerate Art, a charitable 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to uplifting emerging artists in Web3 space. Through community building, educational programs, grants, and exhibits around the world, A2 enables emerging artists to overcome some of the many challenges they face by expanding access to opportunities, navigating the complexities of new technologies and amplifying underrepresented voices. More information about A2 can be found at www.accelerateart.org. Claire is vocal in her belief that with the rise of AI, for the first time, the barrier of skill is swept away. In this evolving era, taste is the new skill.

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About Emi Kusano

Emi Kusano is a Tokyo-based multidisciplinary artist who explores retro-futurism, accelerationism, and nostalgia for Japanese youth culture and anime. Her current career began as a street photographer in Harajuku, Tokyo, and has expanded to encompass everything from installations to music. Currently, Emi is pioneering in the field of post-photography, an art form that blends reality and fiction, combining old and new media to create a new visual language beyond the traditional boundaries of photography. Her groundbreaking work was selected as the first AI cover for WWD Japan and she continues to shape the future as a member of the Japanese Government’s Cultural Council. In addition, the anime project “Shinsei Galverse”, which she co-founded, has achieved record-breaking success and is further accelerating anime creation within the community using AI.

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About Christie’s

Founded in 1766, Christie’s is a world-leading art and luxury business. Renowned and trusted for its expert live and online auctions, as well as its bespoke private sales, Christie’s offers a full portfolio of global services to its clients, including art appraisal, art financing, international real estate and education. Christie’s has a physical presence in 46 countries, throughout the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific, with flagship international sales hubs in New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris and Geneva. It also is the only international auction house authorized to hold sales in mainland China (Shanghai).

Christie’s auctions span more than 80 art and luxury categories, at price points ranging from $200 to over $100 million. Christie’s has sold 8 of the 10 most important single-owner collections in history, including the Paul G. Allen Collection—the most valuable collection ever offered at auction (November 2022). In recent years, Christie’s also achieved the world record price for an artwork at auction (Leonardo da Vinci’s Salvator Mundi, 2017), for a 20th century artwork (Andy Warhol’s Shot Sage Blue Marilyn, 2022) and for a work by a living artist (Jeff Koons’ Rabbit, 2019). Christie’s Private Sales offers a seamless service for buying and selling art, jewellery and watches outside of the auction calendar, working exclusively with Christie’s specialists at a client’s individual pace.

Following the groundbreaking 2021 sale of the first digital art NFT ever offered by a global auction house (Beeple’s Everydays), Christie’s recently launched the first fully on-chain auction platform dedicated to exceptional NFT art. As an industry leader in digital innovation, Christie’s also continues to pioneer new technologies that are redefining the business of art, including the use of hologram technology to tour life-size 3D objects around the world, and the creation of viewing and bidding experiences that integrate augmented reality, global livestreaming, buy-now channels, and hybrid sales formats.

Christie’s is dedicated to advancing responsible culture throughout its business and communities worldwide, including achieving sustainability by reducing our carbon emissions by 50% and pledging to be net zero by 2030, and actively using its platform in the art world to amplify under-represented voices and support positive change. 

Browse, bid, discover, and join us for the best of art and luxury at: www.christies.com or by downloading Christie’s apps.

* Please note when quoting estimates above that other fees will apply in addition to the hammer price – see Section D of the Conditions of Sale at the back of the sale catalogue.

*Estimates do not include buyer’s premium. Sales totals are hammer price plus buyer’s premium.

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About Gucci

Founded in Florence, Italy, in 1921, Gucci is one of the world’s leading luxury brands. Following the House’s centenary, Gucci forges ahead continuing to redefine luxury while celebrating creativity, Italian craftsmanship, and innovation. Gucci is part of the global luxury group Kering, which manages renowned Houses in fashion, leather goods, jewelry, and eyewear. Discover more about Gucci at www.gucci.com.

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De La Ghetto + Myke Towers

De La Ghetto and Myke Towers Unite in the Explosive Music Video for “Me Dijeron.”

Acclaimed artist and musical trailblazer De La Ghetto has taken the music world by storm with an unprecedented collaboration alongside Spanish rap sensation, Quevedo. This remarkable union of talents signifies the convergence of two distinct realms, where urban music’s rich heritage and legacy merge with the sophistication and innovation brought forth by the new wave of European urban perform.

Under the evocative title “My Love,” this urban anthem is set to captivate music aficionados with its captivating blend of Trap and R&B elements. A masterful composition jointly crafted by De La Ghetto, Quevedo, and Yanzee, “My Love” has been skillfully produced by the visionary duo of Hydra and IOF, who have left an indelible mark on this collaborative masterpiece.

“The truth is, I really like the song ‘My Love,’ especially because of the blend of genres and melodies that De La Ghetto brings to it. He is a master and a legend of reggaeton, and someone I will always enjoy collaborating with. It has been incredible working with him; he has always treated me exceptionally well since I met him in ‘Si Quieren Frontear’ with Duki. Much respect to Geezy,” stated Quevedo.

The accompanying music video for “My Love” is a cinematic tour de force, weaving together a tapestry of love stories set against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving world. Moreover, inclusion takes center stage in this narrative brimming with characters of various ages and couples representing diverse sexual orientations. This thoughtful portrayal fosters an inclusive and respectful representation of the multifaceted nature of human diversity.

The music video was shot in Madrid and Cuenca on April 11th and 12th. It was directed and written by the dynamic directing duo known as El Cielo, composed of Joaquín Luna and Alfonso Riera. The production was entrusted to the renowned film and audiovisual production company, Antiestático, under the guidance of executive producer Nabil Ejey. Following their successful collaboration on the visual album ‘Donde Quiero Estar’, they reunite once again, this time with the esteemed Spanish actress and Goya nominee, Greta Fernández, as well as the internationally recognized model, Muriel Seiquer.

De La Ghetto, revered as one of the foremost pioneers of the urban music genre, proudly embraces this collaboration, praising the immense talent and distinctive vision brought forth by Quevedo, who lends a touch of European allure to the creative fusion. These two extraordinary artists have crafted a musical opus that promises to captivate fans on both sides of the Atlantic and beyond.

The eagerly anticipated single, “My Love,” is now available for streaming and download on all major digital platforms. This release stands as a defining milestone in the illustrious careers of De La Ghetto and Quevedo, solidifying their positions as vanguards of urban music in their respective countries and propelling them to new heights of international acclaim.

Beastie Boys – Hello Nasty

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of Beastie Boys’ multi-platinum selling album ‘Hello Nasty,’ on September 8, 2023, UME will reissue the highly sought after and long out-of-print limited deluxe edition 4LP box set originally released as a limited run in 2009 featuring 21 bonus tracks including rarities, remixes, and b-sides. Pressed on 180g vinyl in an 8-panel gatefold package housed in a hardcover “coffee table book” slipcase with a removable sew-on patch, ‘Beastie Boys – Hello Nasty (4LP Deluxe Edition)’ is now available for pre-order at Beastie Boys’ official online store, HERE.

Preceded by the universal smash “Intergalactic,” Hello Nasty crashed into the #1 spots of charts worldwide upon its July 1998 release, with first week sales of nearly 700,000 in the U.S. alone. Buoyed by the launch of the 360 in the round tour, Hello Nasty would yield B Boys classics “Body Movin’,” “Three MCs and One DJ,” “Remote Control,” “Super Disco Breakin’” and more, win two Grammys, see the band presented with an MTV Video Vanguard lifetime achievement award, and ultimately sell some 7 million copies worldwide.

Disc 1 – Side A

Super Disco Breakin’
The Move
Remote Control
Song For The Man
Just A Test
Body Movin’

Disc 1 – Side B

Intergalactic
Sneakin’ Out The Hospital
Putting Shame In Your Game
Flowin’ Prose
And Me
Three MCs And One DJ

Disc 2 – Side A

The Grasshopper Unit (Keep Movin’)
Song For Junior
I Don’t Know
The Negotiation Limerick File
Electrify

Disc 2 – Side B

Picture This
Unite
Dedication
Dr. Lee, PhD
Instant Death

Disc 3 – Side A

Description Of A Strange Man
Dirt Dog
Intergalactic (Colleone Webb Remix)
DR. Lee Version Dub
Switched On

Disc 3 – Side B

Body Movin’ (Fatboy Slim Remix)
Auntie Jackie Poom Poom Delicious
Putting Shame In Your Game (Prunes Remix)
Stink Bug

Disc 4 – Side A

Peanut Butter & Jelly
Piano Jam
Happy To Be In That Perfect Headspace
The Negotiation Limerick File (The 41 Small Stars Remix)
The Drone
20 Questions Version

Disc 4 – Side B

The Bizz Grasshopper Experiment
Hail Sagan (Special K)
Body Movin’ (Kut Masta Kurt Remix)
Creepin’
Learning Remote Control
Oh My Goodness This Record’s Incredible

Duke Dumont – Losing Control

Duke Dumont releases new club banger and immediate fan favorite “Losing Control” – out now via Astralwerks, stream here.

Having been the apex of Duke’s live shows for the past few months, following the overwhelming reaction from fans, he releases “Losing Control.” A modern take on melodic techno nostalgia, the new track is a sonic eruption boasting hypnotic and euphoric synth prowess. Featuring vocals from The Boxer Rebellion frontman Nathan Nicholson, “Losing Control” is a masterclass from one of the world’s most versatile electronic musicians.

On the new single, Duke said: “I made this record alongside Nathan Nicholson with my live show experience in mind. Strobe lights, iconic visual, anthemic synth leads, and a vocal hook that conjures paranoia or liberation, depending how you interpret the song. At the festivals I’ve been paying it’s been a big moment for the set”.

The new single follows previously released “The Chant,” a monster club hit that marked Duke’s return and the most recent notch on his esteemed ‘For Club Play Only’ underground series.

Duke has steadily and not-so-quietly been building a formidable live show. Since his infamous Coachella 2022 set in which his awe-inspiring visuals coupled with a reconstruction of his music was unveiled, Duke has doubled down on what it means to offer an experience to the listener, truly emphasizing the live experience. Duke’s taken his live show across the globe, with notable shows in Australia, including Splendour In The Grass and America, including The Shrine (LA), The Mirage (NY), and Coachella.

2023 will see Duke continue his ongoing run of shows stateside, with his biggest US LIVE headline

set to date at Colorado’s iconic Red Rocks on October 27th. Tickets on sale now.

“The Chant” and now “Losing Control” arrive a decade on from Need U (100%) feat. A*M*E, which soared straight to number 1 in the UK. It became the first UK house track to do so in over a decade, reaching Platinum certification, and opening a gap in the British music consciousness for dance music to prosper on a grand scale.

Success to Duke is not defined by chart positions, nor does he make music with that in mind. His approach to putting the art first has still resulted in him being one of the world’s most successful electronic artists and somewhat of a commercially successful behemoth, with over 5 million monthly Spotify listeners and over 4 billion collective streams.

2023 Tour Dates

Thursday June 29 – Las Vegas, NV – Zouk

Saturday July 22 – Las Vegas, NV – Zouk

Friday Aug 25 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Mirage

Saturday Aug 26 – Boston, MA – Big Night Live

Sunday Aug 27 – Toronto, CA – Cabana

Friday Sept – Chicago, IL – North Coast Music Festival

Friday Oct 27 – Denver, CO – Red Rocks (LIVE)

Friday Dec 15 – Las Vegas, NV – Zouk

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Premier Road Plus VI

Reebok’s Revives ‘Premier Road Plus VI’ Retro Runner

From Archival ‘Premier Series,’ Available Now

With the introduction of the ‘Premier Series’ in 2003, Reebok sought to reconnect with its storied running heritage. The result: a series of no-frills performance running products featuring new and cutting-edge technologies that would help reinvigorate a stagnant running footwear market. Premier Road Plus arrived as part of the series that year, with new iterations introduced yearly leading up to the model’s final installment – the Premier Road Plus VI – in 2009.

Reflecting on the end of a pivotal era in Reebok performance innovation, Premier Road Plus VI returns in 2023 featuring a textile-synthetic mixed-material upper, textile lining, TPU midfoot transition plate, two-piece rubber outsole, and DMX Foam cushioning, which (as described by a 2004 Reebok Running ‘Premier Series’ catalogue) “creates dynamic cushioning through air channels molded in foam to deliver a traditional ride in a longer lasting, more lively feeling system.”

Premier Road Plus VI ($100, unisex, 100070272) is available now from Reebok.com and select retailers (with additional colorways available depending on store and location).

More on Reebok’s Premier Running Series:

Launched on February 1st, 2003, the Premier Series line of running shoes sought to reconnect Reebok with its storied running heritage. The running market at the time lacked any serious performance options and desperately craved a no frills, excellent product. Seeing this absence in the market as a perfect opportunity, Reebok created a design team comprising exclusively of runners to keep the end user front-of-mind in the design process and developed of a variety of cutting-edge technologies such as DMX Foam, DMX Shear and Play Dry to outfit the product. The brand’s intuition, product, and approach were perfect – so perfect that the line sold over 1 million pairs in its first year and earned a litany of awards for its excellence.

The first few years of the Premier Series were characterized aesthetically by a focus on metallic detailing and functionality thanks to the implementation of DMX Foam, DMX Shear and PlayDry. DMX Foam was a soft, proprietary cushioning technology that granted immense comfort to the runner. On the other hand, DMX Shear reduced the stress of the heel strike by slowing down the heel on impact. PlayDry, an apparel technology used to wick moisture and help regulate body temperature, was used as a shoe liner that absorbed moisture as it was released during a run. These technologies provided runners both comfort and functionality so successfully that David Lacorazza, the lead designer of the Premier Running Series, would go on to win a 2006 Designer of the Year distinction for his work.

Although the Premier Series was phased out in 2012 to make room for shoes donning ZigTech, Flex, and toning technology, the line’s popularity was strong enough for it to sell through 600,000 pairs each year.

CHARLOTTE CARDIN – JIM CARREY

CHARLOTTE CARDIN RELEASES NEW TRACK “JIM CARREY”

SOPHOMORE ALBUM 99 NIGHTS OUT AUGUST 25

(Download Press Photo HERE | Credit: Aliocha Schneider)

Multi JUNO-winning Canadian singer/songwriter Charlotte Cardin has released “Jim Carrey,” the fourth offering from her stellar sophomore album 99 Nights (out August 25 via Cult Nation/Atlantic Records). The playful, upbeat track, partially inspired by the acclaimed actor of its title, is a love letter to personal freedom as Charlotte repeats in the anthemic chorus, “Goodbye my worthless ego / Without you I’m finally free, oh.”

STREAM “JIM CARREY” HERE

WATCH VISUALIZER FOR “JIM CARREY” HERE

On the new track, Cardin says, “It’s a special one. I went into this rabbit hole of Jim Carrey interviews. He discusses ego in an interesting way. In his perspective, our need for acceptance holds us back from embracing who we really are. The track explores getting rid of your ego. You can decide what your destiny is if you take a risk and accept to be who you really are at the fullest. It’s a metaphor, but marrying Jim Carrey is a good way to start the inner work.”

“Jim Carrey” follows a string of impressive singles, “99 Nights,” “Confetti” and “Looping,” all of which garnered widespread excitement and praise from the likes of Billboard, V Magazine, UPROXX and more. She will be taking the album on the road for an international headline tour kicking off August 30th with stops in New York City at Irving Plaza, Boston at Brighton Music Hall, Los Angeles at the El Rey Theatre and London at KOKO. Tickets are available to purchase now – find HE RE.

Cardin carefully assembled what would become 99 Nights while on the road in 2021. After initial sessions in Montréal, she wrote and recorded in London, Los Angeles, and Toronto to “fuel a creative free flow.”

She shares, “We called it 99 Nights, because it was a big journey through all of these worlds I needed to explore in order to touch base with the most important things in my life. I realized I needed to get the fuck out of where I was. The 99 Nights are a symbol of one chapter closing and another beginning. It’s nostalgic because there’s an ending, but it’s very hopeful since I’m starting over. The first few months of the process traced a path for the sound, emotion, and stories I would be sharing, hence the title.”

Cardin released her debut full-length album Phoenix in 2021 to immense acclaim (and platinum certification in Canada) including a sweep of 2022 Juno Awards that included wins for Artist, Album, Pop Album and Single of the Year and a 2022 Polaris Music Prize nomination. Praised by HYPEBAE for its “rippling melodies” and “stunningly raw vocals,” the album held the #1 spot in Canada for two weeks and boosted Cardin to over 400m global career audio streams. The album was celebrated with an elaborate and immersive ticketed livestream performance dubbed “The Phoenix Experience,” in addition to an expanded deluxe edition. The stunning body of work features stand-out singles “Meaningless” and “Sex To Me,” the latter of which was featured on the second season of Netflix’s hit show Sex/Life.

Following the success of her Big Boy EP across Canada, Cardin made waves worldwide with her major label and US debut Main Girl EP in 2017. Featuring the standout title track and breakthrough “Dirty Dirty,” Main Girl quickly gained critical acclaim from the likes of The FADER, Harper’s BAZAAR, Interview, NYLON, PAPER, W Magazine & more. The release simultaneously sparked a whirlwind two-year journey around the globe that saw Cardin support the likes of Nick Murphy and BØRNS, in addition to selling out headline shows on multiple continents (including 29 shows on her 2022 North American Phoenix Tour) and gracing the stages of festivals such as Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits, Osheaga & Festival d’Été de Québec.

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Pell + Young Franco – Get Down

Get Down is a product of Pell and Young Franco’s unique yet perfect recipe: hip-hop, electronic, nudisco, and funk. Best described by Pell himself “ I’ve been really trying to make more records that encourage people to move. I come from New Orleans, the birthplace of bounce, so I’m all about rhythm, so this felt like a home cooked meal to me. Young Franco and MXXWLL set the table with the instrumental – so I had no choice but to eat. Words just kept pouring out tbh. When it’s like that – you know there’s magic on your hands.”

“Get Down” is the latest addition to a series of immensely popular songs by the two. Their previous releases have garnered significant recognition including their first classic “Juice” [25M streams], the undeniable hit with Denzel Curry, ‘Fallin’ Apart’ [15M streams] and the utterly groovy ‘Like That’ [1.4M streams].

Since he broke onto the scene in 2014, Pell has absolutely covered all bases. From the huge sync success of his Samsung commercial (produced by London on Da Track) and hit “Queso” in the Tom and Jerry Movie (which was syndicated over 10 times) to multi-million streamers “Got It Like That” (with G-Eazy), “Miss Prime Time” (with Big Gigantic) and “The Never” (with LV Baby), Pell’s impressive line of achievements reflect the versatility and reach of his music.

Pell is notorious for his infectious blend of hip-hop, R&B, bounce and electronic tones. He has clocked well over 200M streams and taken stages with superstars Doja Cat, G-Eazy, Kehlani, PJ Morton, and Ambré.

Despite the odds, Young Franco’s past two years have been his biggest yet. He’s currently sitting on over 180 million streams across all singles to date, with 1 million monthly listeners on Spotify. In that period of time he soundtracked the new-look Australian Football League, and has received global sync’s for brands including Apple, Starbucks, Topshop and Kia. This year has already been huge for Franco, seeing him completing a Europe and US Spring tour where he played multiple sold-out stops.

Joining the iconic duo is Sydney-born producer and multi-instrumentalist MXXWLL. MXXWLL has garnered support from some of the greatest names in the game including Snoop Dog, Ty Dolla $ign, J Cole and DJ Jazzy Jeff. He has clocked over 17M Spotify streams, toured across the UK and US and collaborated with dance titans including Duke Dumont, ZEDD and Snakehips.

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