FEATURE

Myke Towers – Mi Droga

WATCH THE OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO FOR “MI DROGA” HERE

Leading lyricist in Latin music, Myke Towers, releases long anticipated fourth studio album, LA VIDA ES UNA. This project finds the singer-songwriter reintroducing himself in a new era: swaying away from his grittier hoodgrown rap and bringing in new global genres in his 23-track commercial sequence. LA VIDA ES UNA also displays a confident Myke, one that graduated from various levels of the music industry – he is no longer the young teen that went viral on SoundCloud, he is an international star. On the album, he built the courage to release exploratory sounds that welcome body movement and dance as well as more “romantiqueo” (romanticism). To achieve this, Myke takes his listeners on a sonic journey through globalized music that includes Alt-pop, afrobeat, and reggae.

“I’m at a level where I feel like I’m graduating and heading to a new level. This music is a refreshment that was needed.I made this album so I can sing with and to my fans.” – Myke Towers

Coming off the heels of his recent releases “AGUARDIENTE” and “ULALA (OOH LA LA)” featuring Daddy Yankee, Towers drops the album along with a video for “MI DROGA”, a track with a guitar foundation and led by sharp, romantic strings. On it, Myke croons and raps to narrate the story of both his lust and the alluring characteristics of his romantic partner, like her independence and self-assurance.

LA VIDA ES UNA brings forth new tracks that will recenter Myke Towers since his hiatus: “I took a break, and it helped me focus on creating the right way. I had a lot of songs out, and I needed to take a step back because I want to be intentional with my releases, not for the sake of doing things,” he says. Throughout the years Myke has become one of the most in-demand rappers in the movement, and on this project he brings on titans of the industry such as, Arcangel, for “DON Y TEGO” where they give flowers to their favorite rappers and honor “Bandoleros” — an irreplaceable track that has become a classic and remains special to lyricists today.

The Latin GRAMMY® nominated artist honors East Coast rap with “CAMA KING” alongside Chita and the reggae culture that birthed a plethora of sub-genres and movements with “FLOW JAMAICA.” Some diversified moments include the Alt-trap “EXTRA EXTRA” and the Play-N-Skillz-produced funk “SABADO.” He also dabbles in afrobeat like on “MUNDO CRUEL” for example, produced by Colombian reggaeton hitmaker Sky Rompiendo. These themes are also present on “CONOCERTE” featuring Ozuna.

“I wanted to challenge myself with this album. I took risks and tried new things – things I didn’t do in the past,” notes Towers.

A collaborator among the genre’s biggest names, he’s worked with artists such as Bad Bunny, Wisin, Cardi B, Farruko, Maluma, Piso 21, Sech, Yandel, Anitta, Selena Gomez, Becky G, Amenazzy and Arcangel to name a few. LA VIDA ES UNA is a sequenced project by Myke since 2021’s LYKE MIKE, which dropped on the heels of his EP, Para Mi Ex, in which he wrapped the decade, surprising fans with hit tracks “Explícito,” “Extasy,” “Mi X,” and the focus track “Bandido” alongside artist, Juhn. This followed his 2020 critically acclaimed sophomore album Easy Money Baby, which debuted at number #1 and has garnered over a billion streams combined alongside being certified 3x Platinum by the RIAA. Certifications also include “La Playa” (6x Platinum), “Diosa” (7x Platinum), “La Playa Remix” (3x Platinum), “Si Se Da” (11x Platinum), “Si Se Da Remix” (13x Platinum) and “Girl” (5x Platinum).

With LA VIDA ES UNA, Myke Towers illustrates an assertive and festive Myke, one who is ready to reach a wider scope of listeners. This era of Myke’s artistry wants to bring good vibes, joy, dance, and love through desirable tracks.

CELEBRITY PRANK WARS

E! PULLS OFF THE ULTIMATE GAG AS ‘CELEBRITY PRANK WARS,’ HOSTED AND EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY KEVIN HART AND NICK CANNON, PREMIERES THURSDAY, APRIL 6 AT 10 P.M. ET/PT.

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Kevin Hart and Nick Cannon take their famous friendly feud to the next level with E!’s hilarious new competition series “Celebrity Prank Wars,” premiering Thursday, April 6 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

It’s an all-out war as one celebrity pranks another, and the payback begins. Each episode will feature celebrities planning and perpetrating some of the wildest and most viral pranks on each other, as hosts Nick Cannon and Kevin Hart choose one winner of the Prank War. Celebrities are always trying to up the ante as each prank is more elaborate than the next – all of them with unexpected twists, embarrassing situations and shocking reveals. Celebrities would be smart to stay on high alert with these pranksters in town!

Celebrity participants include: Anthony Anderson, Brie Bella, Nikki Bella, Lil Duval, Big E, Fantasia, Tiffany Haddish, Taraji P. Henson, Lil Jon, Kofi Kingston, Ludacris, Joel McHale, Killer Mike, Chance The Rapper, T-Pain, Robin Thicke, T.I. and Xavier Woods.

“Celebrity Prank Wars” is produced by Hartbeat and NCredible with Kevin Hart, Nick Cannon, Kevin Healey, Luke Kelly-Clyne, Mike Stein, Bryan Smiley, Thai Randolph, Jeff Clanagan, Michael Goldman and Ben Sumpter serving as Executive Producers.

LOUIS VUITTON × PEREZ ART MUSEUM

LOUIS VUITTON PRESENTS SPRING-SUMMER 2023 AT THE PEREZ ART MUSEUM MIAMI

Louis Vuitton announces the presentation of its Women’s Spring-Summer 2023 Collection today, March 14th at the Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM).

Designed by Louis Vuitton Artistic Director Nicolas Ghesquière, the Spring-Summer 2023 collection changes the play of proportions using the Maison’s signatures, bringing the infinitely large and infinitely small together in one silhouette. This new balance is found in the collection’s scale: zippers and snaps are oversized, clasps become belt buckles, and a scrap of leather is turned into an outfit, among other reinterpretations. The collection is a stylistic exercise that re-evaluates the proportions of clothing and accessories, unsettling the codes of femininity. Each piece highlights the details and honors the DNA of the house with references like locks, clasps and trunk corner pieces-all custodians of a narrative that endures.

Originally unveiled in October 2022 within the majestic surroundings of the Cour Carrée at the Louvre in Paris, the Miami Trunk show took place at PAMM, an innovative museum dedicated to contemporary art designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects Herzog & de Meuron. Located on Miami’s Biscayne Bay, the three-story building sits upon an elevated platform and below a horticultural canopy, both of which extend far beyond the museum’s walls, creating a unique shaded veranda and dynamic plazas. This iconic terrace served as the setting for the Trunk Show, which was presented twice on the 14th, at 11:00am and 4:00pm.

LOUIS VUITTON PRESENTS SPRING-SUMMER 2023 AT THE PEREZ ART MUSEUM MIAMI f/ Isabela Grutman via 360 MAGAZINE.

About Louis Vuitton

Since 1854, Louis Vuitton has brought unique designs to the world, combining innovation with style, always aiming for the finest quality. Today, the Maison remains faithful to the spirit of its founder, Louis Vuitton, who invented a genuine “Art of Travel” through luggage, bags and accessories which were as creative as they were elegant and practical. Since then, audacity has shaped the story of Louis Vuitton. Faithful to its heritage, Louis Vuitton has opened its doors to architects, artists and designers across the years, all the while developing disciplines such as ready-to-wear, shoes, accessories, watches ,jewelry and fragrance. These carefully created products are testament to Louis Vuitton’s commitment to fine craftsmanship

ARMITRON × WUJEK

Armitron Teams Up With Famed Fashion Stylist And Costume Designer Johnny Wujek For Exclusive Armitron Loves Johnny Watch Collection

The timeless timekeepers at Armitron announced their partnership and multi-drop collaboration with Emmy Award-winning costume designer, stylist, and creative director Johnny Wujek, entitled “Armitron Love︎s Johnny,” The 1st drop of the collaboration introduces watches with vibrant and vivacious color sets inspired by Johnny’s favorite mix of colors, materials, and finishes. The intricately curated collection includes 12 reimagined watch styles reflecting his dynamic personality while simultaneously showcasing the quality craftsmanship of an Armitron timepiece. All pieces are available exclusively on armitron.com and are unisex watches styles ranging in price from $85 to $150.

Each watch within the Armitron Loves Johnny collection is a personality-based style + statement piece. The collection breathes energy through and through with analog and digital watches, dynamic color combinations, finishes, and names such as Aura, Lunar, Trilogy, and Flashback, enhancing the experience of each piece. Each watch order arrives in custom seafoam green and purple boxes with a luxurious brushed fabric feel. Inspired by Johnny’s watercolor designs for the watches, the custom box design also features the words Armitron Loves Johnny delicately engraved across the top. Easily this season’s most coveted addition to any closet, it is clear that every aspect of the collaboration was intricately planned for a delightfully unique response.

“Collaborating with the creative team at Armitron has been such a fun TIME, literally. To me, a watch is more than just a device to stay on track throughout your day; it is an accessory of expression. A piece of jewelry that adds flavor to your outfit and ticks life into your fashion soul,” says Wujek.

Johnny Wujek is an internationally acclaimed celebrity stylist and Emmy award-winning costume designer. Hollywood Reporter has deemed him one of the Top 25 List of Most Powerful Stylists. He is the creative force, and mastermind behind the looks of many pop idols and artists’ including Katy Perry, Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj, Shakira, Kate Mara, JOJO, Sofi Tukker, and Saweetie, to name a few. Tyra Banks handpicked this multi-tasking professional to serve as America’s Next Top Model creative consultant and celebrity judge for seasons 19 and 20 and Project Runway All Stars. Johnny has costume-designed global campaigns with legendary photographers Mario, Testino, Terry Richardson, Ellen Von Unwerth, and David LaChapelle. Johnny was also a key member of the E! Style Collective in 2015 and co-hosted E! News Live from the red carpet for both the Met Ball and the Academy Awards. Johnny’s approach to style is a mix of fashion and disruption; it’s simply a form of expressing his love for people. In 2015, Johnny costume-designed the now infamous looks for Katy Perry’s halftime show for the Super Bowl XLIX. Accolades for Johnny have included Creative Director of Katy Perry Collections, the Costume Designer for Mariah Carey’s 2019-2020 Caution Tour and Christmas Tour, and Head Costume Designer and co-star for HBO Max’s show Legendary. In 2022, Johnny won an EMMY for outstanding costume design/styling for Disney+ The Quest.

“Armitron has always offered a broad range of styles that nurture the spirit of individuality. However, our partnership with Johnny Wujek takes it to the next level.” States Bobbie Weichselbaum, CEO of E. Gluck Corporation, “The “king of pop-rock couture,” brings a bold and modern perspective to Armitron. When classic and modern come together, magical things occur within the fashion and fashion accessories world.”

E. Gluck Corporation manufactures watches under their flagship proprietary brand, Armitron. The company also manufactures watches for major fashion brands, including Anne Klein, Nine West, Juicy Couture, Vince Camuto, Steve Madden, and Joseph Abboud. Armitron, since 1975, has been known for making innovative and fashion-forward watches with quality materials and a coveted affordability factor.

“Armitron has been uniquely ingrained within the fashion industry and fashion accessories market over the years. Our values and the quality of products have always been distinguishing factors for the brand in the US and worldwide.” States Marisol Tamaro, states Chief Marketing Officer of E. Gluck Corporation.” This collaboration is a first for Armitron with such an industry-decorated Fashion Stylist and Costume Designer. Johnny’s work is versatile, elegantly original, and envelope-pushing. His personality truly shines through within the entire collection while holding tight to the Armitron standards and our 2023 vision for the brand.”

Celebrity Hollywood fashion stylist Johnny Wujek collaboration with Armitron watches via 360 MAGAZINE.

The Actors Studio

This Spring, The Actors Studio continues its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights. The legendary studio, located at 432 West 44th Street, will open its doors to the public for two special events, each free and open to the public.

Saturday, March 25 at 7PM

THE PLAYWRIGHT: TALES FROM THE COLOR LINE

To reserve your seats, visit TheActorsStudio.org/75ColorLine

This special one-night-only event celebrates of the Black membership of The Actors Studio and Its award-winning contribution to American Theatre. Actors will present scenes from plays by black members of the Actors Studio, illuminating the varied and often fraught nature of our society’s interracial interactions. A moderator will lead a short Q & A after the presentation, where the audience can ask questions about what they have seen. Plays featured in the program will include:

This Bird of Dawning Singeth All Night Long by Phillip Hayes Dean

Directed by Paul Calderon, the cast features Martha Gehman and Richarda Abrams.

Blues for Mister Charley by James Baldwin

Directed by Patricia Floyd, the cast features Nelson Avidon, Scott McCord, Samuel Pygatt, Delissa Reynolds and Lawrence Stallings.

The Sign in Sidney Brustein’s Window by Lorraine Hansberry

Directed by JoAnna Rhinehart, the cast features Michael Billingsley, Aprella Barule and Omar Ezat

No Place to Be Somebody by Charles Gordone

Directed by Marcus Naylor, the cast features Brittany Chatman, Ronny Clanton, Robert Mobley, Marcus Naylor and Steven Vause

Friday, March 31 & Saturday, April 1 at 7PM

THE ACTORS STUDIO: IN PROCESS

To reserve your seats, visit TheActorsStudio.org/75ProcessMarApr

The Actors Studio continues its news series that open its doors to the public for a rare opportunity to observe representative work from its private sessions. “Actors Studio In Process“ offers audiences a glimpse behind the doors of The Actors Studio, observing curated evenings of advanced work, drawn from acting sessions. At these open rehearsals, audiences may observe a scene from a larger production, a variation on a scene, and/or exploration of work designed by the actors—just as is done every week in session at the Studio. A moderator will lead a short Q & A after the work, where the audience can ask questions about what they have seen.

Seating for these special 75th Anniversary events are free, and extremely limited. Those who would like to attend must reserve seats and receive confirmation of access. For more information about The Actors Studio and upcoming events, visit TheActorsStudio.org.

ABOUT THE PLAYWRIGHTS

FEATURED IN TALES FROM THE COLOR LINE

JAMES ARTHUR BALDWIN (born August 2, 1924, New York, New York—died December 1, 1987, Saint-Paul, France), was American essayist, novelist, and playwright; eloquent and passionate on the subject of race in America.

PHILLIP HAYES DEAN (born January 17, 1931, Chicago, Illinois–died April 14, 2014 Los Angeles) was an American stage actor and playwright who wrote a number of issue-based plays that play out the struggle for racial equality during much of the Twentieth Century: Sty of the Blind Pig (Dramatists Guild Hull-Warriner award, and Drama Desk award, 1972) Paul Robeson (Christopher Award, 1980).

CHARLES EDWARD GORDONE (born Charles Edward Fleming, October 12, 1925, Cleveland, Ohio–died November 16, 1995) was an American playwright, actor, director, educator; devoted much of his professional life to the pursuit of multi-racial American theater and racial unity. With his play No Place to Be Somebody, he was the first African American to win the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

LORRAINE HANSBERRY (born May 19, 1930, Chicago, Illinois—died January 12, 1965, New York, New York), was American playwright best known for A Raisin in the Sun (New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award 1959), the first drama by an African American woman to be produced on Broadway.

Both a place and a philosophy, The Actors Studio is an association of artists who, drawing from this common wellspring, have made enormous contributions to American art. Founded in 1947 in New York City by Elia Kazan, Cheryl Crawford, and Robert Lewis, the Studio began as a place where theatre artists could gather, privately, to explore new and deeper connections to the work. The founding members, a group of actors, writers, and directors, were committed to redefining the art of acting, to developing a series of techniques an actor could use to search for and express the truth onstage in the moment. The workshop went on to become the most powerful influence on American acting in the 20th century and continues today serving new generations of actors who are committed to the same ideal. Founding Artistic Director, Lee Strasberg, developed a series of techniques and exercises that became known as ‘The Method’ and changed the art of acting worldwide.

Membership is free. After successfully completing a series of auditions, the actor is invited into membership for life. Membership is bi-coastal, and to support them there are two locations. New York is The Actors Studio’s birthplace and administrative headquarters. The only branch, Actors Studio West, is located in West Hollywood, CA. All members benefit from having a home with similar activities on both coasts.

Current leadership of The Actors Studio includes Co-Presidents Ellen Burstyn, Alec Baldwin and Al Pacino; Artistic Directors Beau Gravitte (NYC) and Salome Jens (L.A.); Co-Associate Artistic Directors Estelle Parsons, Michael Aronov and Javier Molina (NYC), and Katherine Cortez (L.A.)

Notable members, past and present, of The Actors Studio have included Bea Arthur, Anne Bancroft, Michael Bennett, Marlon Brando, Roscoe Lee Browne, Montgomery Clift, Common, Bradley Cooper, James Dean, Robert De Niro, Robert Duvall, Sally Field, Jane Fonda, Ben Gazzara, Lorraine Hansberry, Julie Harris, Dustin Hoffman, Celeste Holm, Kim Hunter, William Inge, Elia Kazan, Harvey Keitel, Stephen Lang, James Lipton, Martin Landau, Cloris Leachman, Melissa Leo, Norman Mailer, Walter Matthau, Marilyn Monroe, Paul Newman, Jack Nicholson, Clifford Odets, Geraldine Page, Sidney Poitier, Sydney Pollack, Jose Quintero, Jerome Robbins, Mark Rylance, Eva Marie Saint, Kim Stanley, Maureen Stapleton, Rod Steiger, Eli Wallach, Tennessee Williams, Gene Wilder, Shelley Winters and Joanne Woodward, to name a few.

LOLA BROOKE – SO DISRESPECTFUL

LOLA BROOKE UNLEASHES NEW TRACK “SO DISRESPECTFUL”

LISTEN HERE

OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO SET TO PREMIERE 3/10 12PM EASTERN TIME (ET)

CERTIFIED HIT RECORD “DON’T PLAY WITH IT” AMASSES GLOBAL SUCCESS WITH OVER 77M+ WORLDWIDE STREAMS TO DATE

LOLA BROOKE GEARS UP INTERNATIONAL TOUR DATES VIA A BOOGIE WIT DA HOODIE ‘ME VS. MYSELF TOUR’

Rap superstar in-the-making Lola Brooke quells an eagerly awaited demand for new music with the release of her latest track, “So DISRESPECTFUL,” out now via Arista Records/Team Eighty Productions. The roaring, bass-heavy new music release from flourishing rap phenom is available on all music streaming platforms HERE.

Within the first seconds of the Reefa Music [Lola Brooke “Here I Come,” “Back To Business”] and Gyard [Lil Durk] produced track “So Disrespectful,” listeners are met with an intimidating, grim beat that encapsulates the presence of Lola’s ‘Big Gator’ energy. Lola floats over the base-knocking track on wax like the heavyweight champ she has proven to be in music and more. Her punchlines and adlibs taillies up more victories as she reminds you that she’s always ready for war and wins—it’s Gator Season.

Within the last year, Lola Brooke’s rise in music has soared to astronomical heights. Her single “Don’t Play With It,” still setting a tone as a breakout hit, has amassed 77M+ worldwide streams to date. The track has recently earned placements on flagship Hip Hop playlists like Spotify’s “RapCaviar,” Apple Music’s “Rap Life,” and Amazon Music’s “Rap Rotation.”

This past weekend, Lola concluded the North American leg of her first tour with A Boogie wit da Hoodie via the ‘Me vs. Myself Tour.’ Lola brought efforts home as she performed at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, in front of a sold-out show with over 19,000 concert-goers in attendance. The Brooklyn native took to social media to share her gratitude and fulfillment for the night via Instagram HERE. The night of celebration at Barclays also included a heavy-hitting preview performance of today’s latest release, “So DISRESPECTFUL,” which incited cheers and chills the moment Lola voiced the first line.

Moreover, on the touring and live-performance front, Lola will perform in Austin, TX, at SXSW on Billboard’s ‘The Stage at SXSW’ on March 16. For more information, visit HERE. Lola will also visit the U.K. in London, Manchester, and Birmingham later this month via A Boogie with da Hoodie’s ‘Me v. Myself Tour.’ Rounding up the first half of the year, as it stands, the 2023 artist to watch will be embarking on an entire string of festival show dates via Broccoli City Festival in Washington D.C, Openair Frauenfeld taking place in Switzerland, Wireless Festival in Finsbury, London & Roling Loud Germany, Rolling Loud Portugal and Rolling Loud Rotterdam.

This latest in strides for the one-to-watch artist Lola Brooke arrives on the heels of Lola being deemed ‘one of eleven artists set to make it big in 2023’ via Rolling Stone, ‘one of twenty rappers to watch in 2023’ via Complex along with several other artist to watch spotlight profiles from iHeart, Pop Sugar, Genius, HHDX and Vogue. In the same breath, for the month of February, the Bed-Stuy native held the title of Rookie of the Month for Billboard and BET Amplified Artist of the Month. Renowned footwear brand Timberland® last month unveiled their latest campaign with Lola celebrating the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop and the Original Timberland Boot, both formed in 1973. This past Sunday, Lola made with acting debut via the hit CBS series East New York for episode fourteen, ‘Family Tithes.’

More to come from The Face of New York, Lola Brooke, as she dominates in global success.

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ArrDee × Cat Burns

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Rising superstars ArrDee and Cat Burns duet for the first time on moving new single ‘Home From My Heart,’ out 9th March on Island Records.

A poignant affair revealing ArrDee’s more tender side, ‘Home From My Heart’ tells the story of a relationship on the rocks, with the rapper exploring the struggles of balancing his newfound success with his personal life. Alongside his own gifted lyricism, ArrDee utilises Cat Burns’ sensitive guitar work and elegant vocals to maximum effect for the track’s emotional core. “Please don’t give up on us,” sings Burns in a stirring chorus. “Where’s the home for a heart when you’re a mile high?” replies ArrDee. It’s a touching sentiment about the cost of success from two artists on meteoric rises since their respective breakthroughs last year.

The single is accompanied by a heartwarming video that pays tribute to the pair’s humble beginnings. Shot with creative camerawork by director Najeeb Tarazi, the UK MVA-nominated filmmaker who has previously worked with artists including AC/DC and Gaz Coombes, the video is an intimate look into the daily lives of a revolving cast of characters – including nurses, delivery drivers, and ArrDee and Cat Burns themselves – on Britain’s homely high streets and council estates. As the characters embrace at the video’s end, ‘Home From My Heart’’s message about the importance of human connection truly resonates.

After bursting onto the scene at the start of 2021, ArrDee continues to go from strength to strength. ‘Home From My Heart’ follows last month’s raucous ‘Loser,’ which is already fast approaching two million streams on Spotify, and last year’s debut mixtape ‘Pier Pressure’ which has been BPI gold–certified, peaked at #2 in the official charts and became the biggest breakthrough release as the highest selling debut album for a British solo artist in 2022. ArrDee amassed over 500 million streams with five UK ‘Top 10’ singles – ‘Oliver Twist,’ ‘Flowers (Say My Name),’ ‘War’ with Aitch, ‘Wasted’ with Digga D and the groundbreaking remix of Tion Wayne and Russ Millions’ ‘Body.’

Fellow young breakthrough artist Cat Burns is a multi-platinum-selling singer-songwriter from South London. Defined by elegant, frank, conversational lyrics and instantly familiar melodies, Cat’s remarkable sound has skyrocketed her up the single charts, made her the biggest-selling female artist of 2022 in the UK, and earned her a string of coveted accolades. With three BRITs nominations – the most for a female artist at this year‘s ceremony – a BBC Sound Poll 2023 nod, and Spotify’s Global RADAR artist to her name, Burns has the world at her feet.

‘Home From My Heart’ is a gem that sees two trailblazers united in a moment of reflection. A collaboration you won’t want to miss.

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Biggie Mosaic Unveiling

There will be a mosaic unveiling event in recognition of the 26th Memorial date of the passing of Biggie Smalls. The event will also highlight the importance of the eradication of gun violence.

Biggie laid down the road work for the inclusion of R&B in rap to create smoother blends. Biggie, and more broadly the East Coast pushed forth the trope of authenticity and keeping it real. These aspects of his character showcased an incredible amount of authenticity. Biggie represented a person confident in their being as well as their craft.

In his songs, an example being “Big Poppa,” Biggie’s lyrics feature incredible amounts of not only place but his self-recognition as one the most notorious, and the biggest and baddest on the scene. His ability to be unapologetically himself in regards to his art influenced not only other artists, but rap as a whole. His patterns of self reference and the usage of Hip Hop culture would become huge as the late 90’s rolled around.

The release of ‘Notorious B.I.G’ following Biggie’s death utilized not only reference of Biggie lyrics, but in a spiritual way transcends death and living to bring back Biggie’s legacy, and celebrate his life through the republishing of his song. The ability for Hip Hop trends to circulate and repeat is wholly beautiful. The inspirations of Biggie that remain in the industry today, allow artists to appreciate the past and Biggie’s contributions to rap today.

Artists : CARLOS PINTO, JOHN SEAR, CURATOR OF CHRISTOPHER WALLACE WAY / BIG STREET ART GALLERY – LEROY MCCARTHY of HETERODOXX INC.

Heterodoxx Inc. has been working with Sen. Schumer, Rep. Jeffries, others in Washington D.C., and locally / nationally politicians over the years to formally honor Hip Hop.

When: THURSDAY, MARCH 9TH, 2023; 10 AM UNTIL 10:45 AM; RAIN OR SHINE

Where: KEY FOOD Supermarket, 991 Fulton Street, at St. James & Fulton, Christopher Wallace

EENK FW23

For 2023 Fall/Winter, EENK presents X for the letter X, a collection dedicated to the territory of the unknown and undefinable. X is the alphabet that represents the unknown in mathematics, the unfamiliar in society, and strange new crossovers in culture.

The collection is a departure from the borders of the old world, and lands in an adventurous territory of obscure boundaries and reconstructed identities.

The rules of gender and time are ambiguous here, where basic items are deconstructed and reconstructed into a sophisticated mystery that keeps you guessing. How many layers? Is it a skirt or are they trousers? Classical check patterns are chopped up and interweaved with Art Deco prints, paintbrush strokes and written words of contemporary literature. Fittingly for its Letter Project roots, EENK adventures into uncharted territory for the letter X.

A huge sculpture from the Korean artist Osang Kwon, internationally known for his provocative 3D sculptures made with 2D images will be present on the runway to share EENK‘s twisted, dark and unmistakably modern vision of X.

EENK Clothing FW 23 show via 360 MAGAZINE.

ARMITRON WATCHES

Armitron Watches’ Vintage Archive Collection Launch Is a Nostalgic Reflection of The Brand’s Past.

22 Rare Timepieces From The 1970s – 1980s Have Been Pulled From The Armitron Vault For A Limited Edition Drop.

Armitron turned back the hands of time today by releasing their Vintage Archive Collection of rare timepieces from the 1970s through the 1980s. A dazzling must-have and a rare peek into the vault of the watch creators’ groundbreaking and elite history. The Vintage Archive Collection is a nostalgic reflection of the brand’s past, with twenty-two, rare watches pulled from the Armitron vault. These one or two-of-a-kind watch designs are available for sale on a first-come, first-serve basis.

The twenty-two pieces are exclusively found on Armitron.com as of today and are priced within Armitron’s famed affordable luxury standards, ranging from $85 – $125. This highly curated collection of twenty-two watches represents timeless design and quality craftsmanship. These never worn, hand-selected watches from the Armitron archives have been polished and restored to their original beauty and functionality. All original timepieces feature a stainless steel case, and some include a diamond crystal accent.

Each watch will arrive in a hand-stitched black leather case along with a certificate of authenticity. These watches blend nostalgia with modern sophistication for a treasured timepiece for years to come.

“Fashion is in flux, but Armitron is consistently keeping time at the ship’s helm.” States Bobbie Weichselbaum, CEO of E. Gluck Corporation.“We have some notable collaborations on the immediate horizon. With a launch into new designs, it seems fitting to reflect and release a few limited vintage watch designs from 40+ years ago that enabled us to bring our prestigious brand to where it is today.”

The Armitron Vintage Collection launch honors the brand’s beloved founder, Eugen Gluck, a leader in the watch industry since 1956 – making high-quality, beautifully designed timepieces accessible to all. He believed a watch was for more than just keeping time. Armitron watches were designed to signify dignity, self-expression, and a life well-lived and loved.

E. Gluck Corporation manufactures watches under their flagship proprietary brand, Armitron. The company also manufactures watches for major fashion brands, including Anne Klein, Nine West, Juicy Couture, Vince Camuto, Badgley Mischka, and Joseph Abboud. In 1999, Armitron had the fifth largest share of all watch purchases, by brand, in the United States. Armitron ranks as one of the leading fashion watch brands in the US and helped set the industry standard for manufacturing digital watches with LCD displays.

Armitron was historically identified by its connection with various professional sports teams and professional athletes. Jerry Rice, Boomer Esiason, Darryl Strawberry, Dwight Gooden, Larry Bird, and others were endorsers of the brand. Today, Armitron remains an Official Timepiece of the New York Yankees.

ABOUT ARMITRON

Since 1975, Armitron has been devoted to nurturing the spirit of individuality with high-quality, high-style watches at accessible price points, driven by the understanding that a timepiece is a common thread and a distinguishing factor. As a brand underneath the E. Gluck Corporation umbrella, Armitron connects prestige and curation with unprecedented value and convenience. Proudly headquartered in New York, Armitron is the Official Timekeeper of the New York Yankees. For more information, visit www.Armitron.com.