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Music, Podcast

@Thisfunktional #Podcast – MUSIC – Dario Castro VERDE70

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Written by Jesus Figueroa (@Thisfunktional)

El vocalista de Verde70 Dario Castro habla con Jesus Figueroa, @Thisfunktional de Thisfunktional.com, de el ultimo sencillo “Ultimamente” de el album “Verde70.”

Castro hablo de traer el grupo a los Estados Unidos, la inspiración del videoclip de “Ultimamente” y lo que sigue para Verde70.

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El grupo de rock de Ecuador VERDE70 
lanza su nuevo sencillo “ÚLTIMAMENTE” 
La banda ecuatoriana se presentaron en Los Angeles 
el 18 de julio en el Hotel Cafe 

El grupo de rock Ecuatoriano presento su nuevo sencillo “Últimamente” en Estados Unidos en un concierto intimo en Los Angeles, California el 18 de julio en el Hotel Cafe.

VERDE70 recién lanzo el videoclip del sencillo “ÚLTIMAMENTE,” tema con el cual cierran la etapa de su cuarto álbum (homónimo VERDE70), el mismo que protagonizó su extensa gira de conciertos por Ecuador y Estados Unidos con el#TourLaEdadDeLaZebra y el #Tour15Años.

Por esta razón, la banda ecuatoriana junto a TFM CINE, LA PRODUCTORA y RADAR MUSIC apostaron por un material audiovisual de alta calidad para ÚLTIMAMENTE que resultó mezclado en 5.1 y formato DCP exclusivamente para el cine, el día del estreno, donde más de 200 invitados de prensa, fans y artistas disfrutaron de la proyección del video que ya está disponible en el canal VEVO de VERDE70.

La presentación del nuevo video en la gira “Últimamente” se llevó a cabo en Quito en dos fechas: 20 de junio en Cinemark y el 23 de junio en Gastrópolis; Guayaquil, Los Angeles, New York, New Jersey, entre otras son las plazas que la banda visitará entre julio y agosto, para luego extender esta gira de conciertos hasta diciembre del presente año.

Music

The Struts announce special one-off London show – Sept 18th | #thestruts #music

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LIVE IN LONDON
‘FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY’
START YOUR WEEK WITH A BANG!

Monday 18th September – The Garage, London
Exclusive Ticketweb Pre-Sale: www.ticketweb.co.uk/event/aji1809p
**Tickets on general sale Fri July 28th at 10am**

BRAND NEW LYRIC VIDEO
‘ONE NIGHT ONLY’

ROLLING STONE MAGAZINE 
“OUR FAVOURITE SONGS RIGHT NOW!”
“Like the Strokes reborn as Queen super-fans – right down to singer Luke Spiller’s amazingly spot-on Freddie Mercury impression.”

THE STRUTS JOIN CHANCE THE RAPPER, ST VINCENT, NINE INCH NAILS, & SELENA GOMEZ IN TODAY’S ROLLING STONE PLAYLIST

Acclaimed UK rock band The Struts today announce a very exclusive headline show at The Garage in London, in celebration of their brand new single ‘One Night Only’. Taking place on Monday 18th September it’s going to be the hottest ticket in town as the flamboyant four-piece stride back across the Atlantic to play an intimate venue, ahead of their massive US tour with Foo Fighters in October.

Having just played to over 60,000 fans supporting The Who in Quebec to a rapturous reception, and today been included in Rolling Stone Magazine’s Playlist alongside some of the biggest names in music, The Struts meteoric rise continues a-pace. ‘One Night Only’ has set fire to American radio and looks set to be the breakout hit of the summer.

The newly-released lyric video captures the band in true rock’n’roll style, and is the perfect taster for their hugely anticipated second album, due next year. It’s the follow up to their critically acclaimed 2016 debut Everybody Wants.

The single has been greeted with rave reviews in the UK with Kerrang magazine devoting two pages to the band’s magnificent return and The Sun declaring, “’One Night Only’ is an anthemic and bombastic tune inspired by the glory days of British glam rock”.

Classic Rock claim, “The Struts continue their inexorable march to world domination with [their] effervescent new song… a typically huge chorus and bits that sound like Queen and little bits that sound a bit like Coldplay, machined-tooled for swaying audiences and drunken, communal singalongs”, whilst music blogs across the spectrum have been hailing the genius of the new single.

The Struts are
Luke Spiller, Adam Slack (guitar), Jed Elliott (bass) and Gethin Davies (drums).

‘ONE NIGHT ONLY’

SPOTIFY / GOOGLE PLAY / APPLE / AMAZON LINK HERE

“Reviving the glam rock lifestyle but also imbuing it with some downright mature 21st century sensibilities.”       -GQ

 

Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | Snapchat: TheStrutsSnap

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Multi-platinum selling X Ambassadors return w/new single ‘Ahead Of Myself’ | @xambassadors

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RELEASE BRAND NEW SINGLE ‘AHEAD OF MYSELF’ OUT NOW – LISTEN HERE

NEW ALBUM COMING

PLAYING READING & LEEDS FESTIVAL
PLUS HEADLINING LONDON’S ULU AUGUST 29TH

US trio X Ambassadors return with a brand new single ‘Ahead Of Myself’, which is the lead track from their upcoming second album.

Released today, ‘Ahead Of Myself’ was co-written with American multi-platinum selling songwriter, producer, and musician Scott Harris (Shawn Mendes, Chainsmokers) and was added straight onto Spotify’s UK and Global New Music Playlists as well as Deezer and Amazon’s Brand New Music UK playlists.

‘Ahead Of Myself’ is the first taste of their new album, the follow up to the critically acclaimed, gold-certified debut album VHS, which featured the two multi-platinum hits ‘Renegades’ and ‘Unsteady’.

The success of VHS saw X Ambassadors venture out on a near two-year touring odyssey, winning over fans around the world and performing at the likes of Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, Life is Beautiful, Shaky Knees festivals and many more.

The three-piece, formed of brothers Sam and Casey Harris and college friend Adam Levin, have collaborated with a number of top names such as Tom Morello, Elle King, A$AP Ferg, Wiz Khalifa, Eminem and label mates Imagine Dragons.

Earlier this year they gave fans a taste of their current sonic direction with the release of ‘The Devil You Know’, which featured in a trailer for the upcoming Tom Cruise film American Made, ‘Torches’ which was heard in Transformers: The Last Knight, and the inspirational ‘Hoping’, which came about following the US presidential election.

X Ambassadors will be playing the Radio 1/NME stage at this year’s Reading and Leeds Festival before headlining a show at London’s ULU on August 29th.

“One of rock’s hottest new bands” – The Independent

“Triumphant, euphoric, immensely uplifting” – Clash Magazine

“Bombastic rock that’s as stomping as it is diaristic, leavened by big-tent pop hooks and a hint of hip-hop swagger” – Rolling Stone

Retail | iTunes | Apple | Amazon | Google | Spotify | Soundcloud | YouTube

 

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@Thisfunktional Podcast – MUSIC – Dakota Gartner NAKED WALRUS

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Written by Jesus Figueroa (@Thisfunktional)

Musician Dakota Gartner talks with Jesus Figueroa, @Thisfunktional of Thisfunktional.com, about his band Naked Walrus and being part of Vans’ Warped Tour.

Gartner talks about the inspiration behind the bands alternative rock sound, being part of the incredible line-up at Vans’ Warped Tour and other tour stops Naked Walrus will be a part of.

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NEW MUSIC: THE SCRIPT | “Rain” Music Video | #music #thescript

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For those of you who don’t know me personally, I’m a HUGE fan of The Script. I met them at a show here in Miami a few years ago with my friend (Thanks, Keisha!) and they were absolutely incredible. I had already been a fan of their music, but the way they were with their fans made me love them even more . . . not to mention that they’re Irish, which automatically makes them awesome! lol.

I’ve seen them live 3 times now and I’m hoping they make a stop in South Florida again for their next tour. Believe me, seeing them live is so worth it!

Here is the new music video for “Rain” that was released this weekend! I’m kinda digging the dance vibe they have going on here. Lyrically, The Script is always on point, so I don’t mind them experimenting with new sounds like I do with some others haha.

Check it out and let me know what you think!

Music

@Thisfunktional Podcast – MUSIC – Jose Pepe Martinez Jr. MARIACHI VARGAS DE TECALITLAN

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Written by Jesus Figueroa (@Thisfunktional)

Jose “Pepe” Martinez Jr., miembro de el Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan, habla con Jesus Figueroa, @thisfunktional de Thisfunktional.com, de “El Gran Concierto De Gala del Mariachi.”

Martinez habla de la historia de el Mariachi Vargas, de querer ser nominado por un Latin Grammy y de traer la musica de mariachi a una nueva generación.

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#SUP3RFRUIT Releases ‘Future Friends – Part One’ EP on June 30th! | #futurefriends #imaginaryparties @sup3rfruit

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Where are all my music lovers??

Our favorite duo has released their first joint EP today and it’s amazing!

Scott Hoying and Mitch Grassi are known for being 2/5 of the award-winning a cappella group, Pentatonix. They also have their own YouTube channel, which you can find HERE.

The talent between these two is beyond believable and it’s nice to see them expanding their reach to wider audiences. Their voices together is absolute perfection and I already can’t wait to hear Part Two!

This is a fun, up-beat collection of songs with phenomenal harmonies, as usual. One of my favorites so far (and it’s hard to choose one) is ‘Worth It (Perfect).’

You can find the first video (‘Imaginary Parties’) from Future Friends – Part One below:

 

You can follow Scott and Mitch on Twitter, and you can also follow the Sup3rfruit page!

Part Two will be released September 15th, but make sure to download Part One on whichever platform you use to stream/download music!

Music

Leyo, The Ford Motor Company Partner in New Musical Project

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FORD MOTOR COMPANY PARTNERS WITH LEYO FOR NEW MUSICAL PROJECT AND GIVE FANS A CHANCE TO WIN $30K TOWARDS A NEW VEHICLE

 

The Ford Motor Company and singer/songwriter Leyo have joined forces to help fund his new musical project via a BYGMusic social media effort and give fans a chance to win $30,000 towards a new Ford vehicle.

Beginning the week of June 19 until the week of Sept. 12, fans will have to respond to a series of call-to-action posts on Leyo’s official Facebook, Instagram and Twitter pages (@OfficialLeyo on all platforms) in order to enter the contest. Official Link: bygford.com/leyo

Current Single “ENAMORADO”:
soundcloud.com/officialleyo/leyo-enamorado/s-hYRRd

Entering is easy.

Fans are to click on a link that will direct them to Leyo’s personal Ford landing page created by BYGMusic (available in both English and Spanish) and will then be asked to enter their information (name, e-mail and zip code) to become eligible to win the $30,000.

While submitting their information, fans will also be given the option to “Opt In,” agreeing to become a Ford Hand Raiser.

It is crucial for fans to “Opt In” in order for Leyo to receive the maximum amount per action.

Fans will also be asked to watch a short 30-second video for an additional five entries, for a total of 6 after submitting their information.

Fans must be 18 years old to enter the contest.

“It’s an artist’s dream to have a huge brand that you grew up admiring and still believe in, believe in you,” Leyo said. “Having Ford support my Latino culture and my artistry esta padridismo.”

Music

New Music Friday! | #music #newreleases #tour

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Good morning, music lovers!!

Ok . . . so I had to take a minute to compose myself after the influx of music releases and announcements over the past two weeks! How did you all hold up? lol . . .

So let’s talk tours first! Fans received announcements from some of their favorite artists regarding upcoming tours and, personally, I couldn’t be more excited! I’m hoping to make some contacts so I can keep up with all of them and get some show reviews posted for you all! Fingers crossed on that. Some of the artists who posted tour announcements include Fall Out Boy (dates posted below), Halsey (dates posted below), Janet Jackson, Harry Styles (dates posted below), Linkin Park, Sabrina Carpenter, Kendrick Lamar, an extension of the current Kings of Leon tour, the list goes on and on! Not to mention the fact that some of our favorite artists are currently working on new music, which means (hopefully) even more announcements are sure to be on their way!

 

Also announced in the past two weeks are singles, singles, and more singles! Fall Out Boy released “Young and Menace,” Imagine Dragons released “Thunder,” OneRepublic released “No Vacancy,” Harry Styles released “Sweet Creature,” Halsey released “Eyes Closed,” Paramore released “Told You So,” Niall Horan released “Slow Hands,” X Ambassadors released “Torches,” etc., etc., etc.

In light of all of these announcements, we also got a few music videos to watch! Anyone else miss when MTV and VH1 used to play music videos? Do they even do it at all anymore? Let me know! Here are a few of the new ones:

 

 

 

Which artists are you more excited about? Are there any tours you’re planning on attending? Are there any new artists I should be listening to? Sound off in the comments or tweet me @thisiskristin_! I also would LOVE to know who’s planning on attending ‘Kinky Boots’ on Broadway this summer to see Brendon Urie from Panic! at the Disco playing Charlie? I know I am!  🙂

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Sabrina Carpenter Announces The De-Tour

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30+ City Summer 2017 Tour Kicks Off July 6 In Vancouver 
Featuring Special Guests Alex Aiono and New Hope Club 
FAN CLUB PRESALES STARTS APRIL 28 AT 10 A.M. LOCAL TIME

TICKET PRESALES BEGINS APRIL 28 AT 3 P.M. LOCAL TIME

GENERAL PUBLIC ON-SALE STARTS APRIL 29 AT 10 A.M. LOCAL TIME

Following her sold out, first ever headline tour last fall, singer/songwriter and actress Sabrina Carpenter is set to bring a summer of fun and music across the continent with The De-Tour, a 30+ date summer headline tour.

The De-Tour will begin July 5 in Vancouver, BC and continue across major North American cities such as Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Dallas, New Orleans, Orlando, Atlanta, Nashville and Boston before concluding on August 27 in Toronto, ON.

The De-Tour, presented by American Tourister, will feature special guests Alex Aiono and New Hope Club on all dates.

Fan club and ticket pre-sales begin April 28 at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. local time, respectively.

Tickets for The De-Tour will go on sale to the general public beginning April 29 at 10 a.m. local time.

For more information, please visit sabrinacarpenter.com.

“Ever since I got off the road from my first tour, all I can think about is going back out. Now this time, everything is gonna be bigger, better and very, very unexpected,” Carpenter said. “I can’t wait to show everyone what we’ve been working so hard on. I want the live experience to be indelible.”

This weekend, Sabrina will take to the 2017 Radio Disney Music Awards stage to perform her current, infectious single “Thumbs” off her sophomore album “EVOLution.”

The album’s first single, “On Purpose,” is nominated for XOXO – Best Crush Song.

The 2017 Radio Disney Music Awards air April 30 at 7 p.m. on the Disney Channel.

In May, Sabrina will embark as special guest on The Vamp’s UK and Ireland tour and in June, join Ariana Grande’s Dangerous Woman World Tour in Brazil as special guest.

Music

P!nk Announces Only East Coast Performance This Summer

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KICKING OFF THE 2017 ATLANTIC CITY BEACHFEST CONCERT SERIES
JULY 12 – DOORS 5PM ATLANTIC CITY BEACH
Tickets Go Onsale to the General Public May 5 at 10 a.m.

P!nk announced she will be performing as part of the 2017 Atlantic City BeachFest Concert Series.

This event will take place on July 12 on the Atlantic City Beach.
This is just one of a handful of events where fans can see P!nk live in 2017 and her ONLY East Coast performance.

Fans can expect to see all the jaw-dropping theatrics and acrobatics that P!nk is known for.Tickets go on sale to the general public on May 5 at 10 a.m.

Tickets will be available at Ticketmaster.com or by-phone at 800-745-3000.
American Express Cardmembers will have early access to presale tickets beginning April 28 at 10 a.m. through May 4 at 10 p.m.
There will be General Admission (GA), Gold Circle GA and Silver Circle GA ticket options available for fans, as well as VIP ticket opportunities.

For additional information on the event or ticket options, please visit ACBeachConcerts.com.Previously, the Atlantic City Beach Series featured performances by Maroon 5, Zac Brown Band, Jimmy Buffett & The Coral Reefer Band, Blake Shelton, Lady Antebellum and more.

The 2017 Atlantic City BeachFest Concert Series is presented by Live Nation in partnership with the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA) and the City of Atlantic City.

“P!nk puts on one of the most exciting and powerful live shows in the industry,” Geoff Gordon, Live Nation Philadelphia Regional President, said. “We, along with our friends at CRDA, the Mayor’s office, and our municipal and casino partners, are honored to kick off the beach series with P!nk.”

“Efforts by the Christie Administration to reinvigorate Atlantic City’s economy are paying off by attracting top acts to the city, such as a superstar like P!nk,” CRDA Executive Director Christopher M. Howard said. “The State and CRDA continue to work to redefine Atlantic City from a gaming destination to an entertainment venue. Whether it’s for a day trip or a longer stay, there is something in Atlantic City for everyone, from major concert acts and dining to shopping and family fun.”

“Once again Atlantic City is the leading shore town bringing exciting concerts to the beach,” Atlantic City Mayor Don Guardian said. “We are very excited that Live Nation will be bringing P!nk to Atlantic City. Her performances are full of excitement and electricity, so there will be no doubt this will be a stellar show.”

Movies, Music

LA LA LAND | Free City of Stars Sheet Music – Descargar las partituras “City of Stars” GRATIS!

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La La Land arrives on Digital HD on April 11 and on Blu-ray™ and DVD on April 25!

The city of Los Angeles has declared April 25 “La La Land Day,” and Mayor Garcetti will award director Damien Chazelle an official city proclamation thanking him for his extraordinary portrait of the city and it’s iconic locations. There will also be events across the city celebrating the arts in a variety of ways. To contribute to the festivities, we’re offering a FREE download of the “City of Stars” sheet music!

Download FREE “City of Stars” sheet music

Don’t miss La La Land on Digital HD, Blu-ray™ and DVD!

 

 

Hola – La La Land llega en Digital HD el 11 de abril y en Blu-ray ™ y DVD el 25 de abril.

La ciudad de Los Ángeles ha declarado el 25 de abril “El Día de La La Land”, y el alcalde Garcetti otorgará al director Damien Chazelle una proclamación oficial de la ciudad agradeciéndole por su extraordinario retrato de la ciudad y sus emblemáticos lugares. También habrá eventos en toda la ciudad celebrando las artes en una variedad de maneras diferentes. Para contribuir a las festividades, ofrecemos una descarga gratuita de la partitura “City Of Stars”!

Descargar las partituras “City of Stars” GRATIS!

No te pierdas La La Land en Digital HD, Blu-ray ™ y DVD!

Music

NEW MUSIC: HARRY STYLES | ‘Sign of the Times’ Single

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Ladies and gents . . . the long-awaited first single from the One Direction heartthrob, Harry Styles, has been released today!

Following in the footsteps of his band mates (most of them, anyway), Harry has released ‘ Sign of the Times’ on April 7, 2017. Strange to know that there are thousands of young girls losing their minds today because of it – my niece included! It’s interesting how different their musical styles are, isn’t it? Harry Styles with this 80’s rock style single, Niall Horan released an acoustic style ‘This Town,’ Louis Tomlinson released an electronic/dance vibe single ‘Just Hold On’ with Steve Aoki and we’re still waiting on Liam Payne to release something! We also saw Zayn Malik branch out on his own with a different style as well.

I also find it interesting that this is the one boy band who has seen ALL members branch out to do their own thing. Not even my beloved *NSYNC did that!

Anyway, Harry will be performing ‘Sign of the Times’ on NBC’s Saturday Night Live this Saturday, April 15. You can also check out his upcoming movie, Dunkirk, which will be in theaters this SUMMER, July 21, 2017.

So here is the audio “video” released on Harry’s VEVO channel:

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NEW MUSIC: PENTATONIX | PTX, Vol. IV – Classics

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You guys!!!! We have been blessed with another EP from our favorite a capella group!

Pentatonix released their new EP, PTX Vol. IV – Classics, today April 7 and – no surprise – it’s incredible! We got to see their music video for ‘Imagine’ (posted below) a few weeks ago and it was fantastic. Their vocals were great and the message in the video was powerful. One of my favorite things about this group, besides their vocal talent, is the fact that their videos are so low budget but are better than most big budget videos. They showcase their talent rather than distracting us with nonsense lol.

So check out their ‘Imagine’  and ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ (released today!) videos below and let me know what you think!

Also…if you’re thinking of heading out to see them LIVE (and I strongly suggest you do), you can read my review of their show here in South Florida by clicking the link below:

PENTATONIX: World Tour 2016 (Review)

 

You can also find Pentatonix at the following links:

Website: ptxofficial.com
Twitter: @ptxofficial
Instagram: @ptxofficial
Facebook: Pentatonix
iTunes: Pentatonix
YouTube Channel: PTX Official

 

 

Interviews, Music

@Thisfunktional Talks with Emily Estefan TAKE WHAT YOU WANT, Photo Gallery

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@Thisfunktional Talks with Emily Estefan TAKE WHAT YOU WANT, Photo Gallery

Written by Jesus Figueroa (@Thisfunktional)

Singer-Songwriter Emily Estefan talks with Jose Torres, EstrellasEnLA.com, and Jesus Figueroa, @Thisfunktional of Thisfunktional.com, about her debut album “Take What You Want.”

A debut night which had Perez Hilton, actor Jaime Camil, from the CW’s “Jane the Virgin,” in the front row, actors Eduardo Yanez and Andy Garcia not far behind and actress Kate Del Castillo in attendance along with Estefan’s parents Emilio and Gloria Estefan and music legend Quincy Jones.

Still the singer-songwriter played fantastic while switching up from playing drums to guitar, all while singing some amazing covers and originals.

Emily comes from some of music’s most recognizable voices and artists and yet her style is as unique as the artist.

The mixture of passion and embracing her influences makes for a music style which is seductive and beautiful song after song.

Debut album “Take What You Want” is available now and earned Emily four spots on four different Billboard charts.

Music gets interpreted differently with the experiences the listeners connects with the lyrics and instrumentals and that is exactly what Emily intends with this album. she explained a bit on how she hopes each person who listens can connect with her and enjoy the music no matter in which way they do so.

Emily Estefan’s album “Take What You Want” is available now.

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Take a look at some photos from Emily Estefan’s debut LA Showcase at Hotel Cafe:

 

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@Thisfunktional Review: ClarityHD On-Ear Wireless Headphones

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Written by Jesus Figueroa

Monster Audio’s ClarityHD are a fantastic gift idea for any traveler or commuter.

Out of the box the headphones need to be charged before being turned on and connected to a device with bluetooth.

The stylish design is also comfortable and sleek.

The true amazement comes with the sound quality that is incredible from the first time used.

While reading the instructions that come with the headphones it says that they only get better with some time.

Listening to audio on low audio levels still provides a clear sound with natural and sound dynamic sound profiles.

The cushions provide a much more comfortable fit than other on-ear headphones. The cushions all around the headphones make it for a snug fit.

The headphones even when pushed to maximum audio levels do not distort the sound, rather the sound stays clear.

The battery life is another great feature as it can last for a long amount of time. While in use they lasted as much as 20 hours and with regular use, on standby and in use, the headphones lasted seven days without having to recharge.

The microphone could be much better. There were complaints that it sounded muffled sometimes and then other times that it sounded soft. It does however serve its purposes.

Overall, the Monster Audio ClarityHD on-ear wireless headphones are well worth the $179.995 price tag. The comfort, style and audio quality are the reasons to buy these headphones.

Available at Walmart, Walmart.com and Monsterproducts.com.

DISCLAIMER: The ClarityHD On-Ear Wireless headphones were given at a discounted price or free by monster Audio for review purposes. The review is still an honest review by the writer, no payment was given to influence the reviewer.
Music

Morrison Hotel Gallery Brings PARENTAL ADVISORY: EXPLICIT IMAGES to Art Basel

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Morrison Hotel Gallery Brings PARENTAL ADVISORY: EXPLICIT IMAGES to Art Basel
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A Hip-Hop Event 
and Photography Exhibit
Co-hosted by Timothy White and Darryl “DMC” McDaniels from Run-DMC
Exclusively at EAST, Miami
Special Performance by Darryl “DMC” McDaniels
Dec. 3
EAST, Miami
788 Brickell Plaza
Miami, FL
7 to 10 PM

The iconic Morrison Hotel Gallery is once again on the pulse of culture, combining music, film, photography and art into a one-of-a-kind night at Miami’s Art Basel.

This exclusive event will include an exhibit featuring images of Hip-Hop legends, photographed by Timothy White, Danny Clinch, Janette Beckman, Clay Patrick McBride and others.

There will be a performance by Darryl “DMC” McDaniels featuring songs from Run-DMC.
The evening will include a showing of iconic/never before seen Hip-Hop footage from films, videos and photo shoots that literally brings back the essence of that era.
It’s so much more than a party.
It’s an experience.

About EAST, Miami
EAST, Miami is Swire Hotels’ first venture into North America, following the openings of EAST in Hong Kong and Beijing. Created for unconventional travelers looking for a fun and relaxing place to stay, EAST, Miami offers distinctive experiences for those seeking innovation, style, and personalized service. EAST, Miami offers 352 guest rooms to include eight suites and 89 one, two and three-bedroom Residence Suites (fully equipped apartments with kitchen, laundry facilities and full access to the amenities and services of the hotel). Guests can expect keyless entry, paperless check-in and check-out, a native App with locally curated insights and travel tips, art exhibits, health and wellness programing and array of other happenings to make them feel totally at EAST. The hotel boasts its signature restaurant Quinto La Huella; a poolside bar & lounge and a rooftop destination bar called Sugar; 20,000 square-feet of meeting and banquet rooms with bay and city views; a 20,000 square-foot outdoor pool and deck (with four different pools) which can be used for private events; a lobby café and bar, Domain, and a 24-hour fitness center. Located at 788 Brickell Plaza, Miami, Florida 33131, the hotel is centrally located within a 15-minute drive from the Miami International Airport, and situated on top of Brickell City Centre – conveniently connected to popular districts such as Wynwood, the Design District, and South Beach. For reservations please email reservations@east-miami.com or call 305-712-7000. For more information, please visit east-miami.com/.

About Morrison Hotel® Gallery
Morrison Hotel® Gallery (MHG) was founded in 2001 by former record company executive Peter Blachley, music retail industry professional Richard Horowitz, and legendary music photographer Henry Diltz. In 2012, author, director and photographer Timothy White joined the team, launching an additional West Coast gallery at The Sunset Marquis Hotel in West Hollywood. The partners just launched a new location at Mick Fleetwood’s General Store in Maui, Hawaii.

MHG is the world’s leading brand in fine art music photography representing over 100 of the world’s finest music photographers and their archives. Their vast catalog of photography encompasses jazz, blues, and rock imagery spanning several generations through to today’s contemporary music artists and now includes iconic photographs in the world of sports as well. MHG has a robust online presence, featuring over 100,000 images searchable by photographer, music artist, band or concert – morrisonhotelgallery.com

Music, TV

ENDEMOL SHINE NORTH AMERICA & MAJOR TV ADAPTING CHRIS PEREZ’S TO SELENA WITH LOVE FOR TELEVISION

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Studios Developing Series For Both English and Spanish Audiences Based On Best-Selling Book About Latin Superstar’s Love Story

para-selena-con-amorEndemol Shine North America and Major TV have optioned the television rights to Chris Perez’s To Selena With Love, the best-selling book that tells the late Latin music superstar’s love story through the eyes of her husband.

Endemol Shine and Major TV are adapting To Selena With Love for both English and Spanish TV audiences with Blue Mariachi, Perez and Carlito Miranda’s production company. Endemol Shine, Major TV and Blue Mariachi are also developing additional culturally-driven scripted and non-scripted content together.

In To Selena With Love, which was first published in 2012 (English and Spanish), Perez recounts for the first time his compelling, forbidden and ultimately tragic love story with one of the most revered Latin music stars, Selena Quintanilla. The TV series will also include details, stories, perspective and insights which were not covered in the book from Perez’s perspective.

Major TV is led by Raymond Garcia, formerly publisher and founder of Celebra at Penguin Random House, where he published numerous best-sellers with top authors such as Ricky Martin, Jennifer Lopez, Gloria and Emilio Estefan, and Perez, author of To Selena With Love.

“I spent several years keeping the memories of my late wife bottled up inside,” says Perez. “To Selena with Love allowed me to finally embrace my experience and understand the void it could fill in the hearts of so many others. I am now ready to take the important step of being fully transparent and bringing my everlasting relationship to life on the screen.”

“Selena is one of the most influential Latin artists of all time and her legacy continues to live on long after her tragic death,” says Endemol Shine North America CEO and Endemol Shine Americas Chairman Cris Abrego. “Chris Perez’s beautiful book To Selena With Love captured their amazing life together and will make for the perfect foundation for a TV series that our team is currently developing for both English and Spanish audiences worldwide.”

Added Major TV’s Garcia, “I could not be more honored and humbled to launch Major TV with Endemol Shine and the captivating love story of the legendary Selena Quintanilla and Chris Perez. Having published To Selena with Love, I witnessed legions of fans moved to tears with a rare glimpse into the heart and soul of their eternal icon. I am very proud of Chris for sharing his deeply personal relationship for the first time on television.”

Grammy Award-winner Selena Quintanilla is one of the most influential Latin artists of all time, having sold 60 million albums world wide. The Texas-born singer made her recording debut in the ’80s, going on to become an award-winning recording artist in the Latin music scene with albums like Amor Prohibido and Selena Live. In 1995, she was tragically murdered by the founder of her fan club. Her last album, Dreaming of You, was released posthumously in 1995 and became a huge hit. Selena’s life story was the subject of a 1997 film, Selena, which starred Jennifer Lopez in her career-propelling role as the Tejano superstar and James Edward Olmos as her father.

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Movies, Music

‘Jennifer Lopez: Dance Again’ arrives on DVD, Digital HD and On Demand 12/6/16

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Go Behind the Scenes with International Superstar Jennifer Lopez
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Arrives on DVD, Digital HD and On Demand December 6, 2016


013132648965dBEVERLY HILLS, CA (October 18, 2016) – Singer. Dancer. Actress. Superstar! Jennifer Lopez ( “Shades of Blue,” “American Idol,” Selena) continues to be one of today’s most popular performers – whether on stage, on television or on the big screen. Just in time for holiday gift giving, the docu-concert Jennifer Lopez: Dance Again, which takes fans behind the scenes of Lopez’s first world tour, arrives December 6 on DVD, Digital HD, and On Demand from Anchor Bay Entertainment. Visiting 65 cities and five continents, traveling 100,000 miles, reaching one million fans, and requiring 500,000 sequins and 162 wardrobe changes, Jennifer Lopez: Dance Again combines riveting musical performances with a raw and candid look at Lopez’s personal and professional life over a defining six-month period, when she challenges herself to go on her first world tour with her two young children in tow.

With concert footage directed by Ted Kenney (Britney Spears Live: The Femme Fatale Tour), Jennifer Lopez: Dance Again includes intimate interviews with Lopez and her closest friends, who accompanied her on the road, as well as spectacular in-concert renditions of many of her biggest hits, including “Get Right,” “Love Don’t Cost a Thing,” “I’m Into You,” “Goin’ In,” “Let’s Get Loud,” “On the Floor,” “I’m Real,” “Do It Well,” “All I Have” and “Dance Again.” The DVD will be available for the suggested retail price of $19.98.

Lopez won Latin Touring Artist(s) of the Year at the 2013 Billboard Latin Music Awards. She is a six-time platinum recording artist and has sold more than 55 million albums worldwide.

Synopsis:

Jennifer Lopez: Dance Again combines riveting musical performances with a raw and candid look at Lopez’s personal and professional life over a defining six-month period, when she challenges herself to go on tour with her two young children in tow. Featuring intimate documentary footage and interviews with Lopez and her closest friends, as well as spectacular in-concert renditions of many of her biggest hits, the docu-concert goes behind the scenes of the superstar’s first world tour, which visits 65 cities and five continents, traveling 100,000 miles and reaching one million fans, producing 11,250 minutes of music, and requiring 500,000 sequins and 162 wardrobe changes.

To learn more about the film, please visit www.anchorbayentertainment.com.

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