Posts made in October 2024

Over the Moon

Cultural curators, artisans, and community leaders in LA join the LEGO Group and Pharrell Williams in celebrating their collaboration

Last night, The LEGO Group and visionary artist and designer Pharrell Williams came together in Los Angeles at an immersive experience that brings to life their recently released, co-designed LEGO® set Over the Moon.

The interactive experience, which opens to the general public for one day tomorrow Saturday 5th of October, aims to celebrate diverse perspectives and the creative power of play by taking guests on a cosmic journey of creativity and curiosity to help unleash their limitless creative potential.

Ahead of the release of ‘PIECE by PIECE, an upcoming new biopic of Williams’ life, told through LEGO animation, Pharrell took part in an intimate conversation with close friend and Academy Award® winning filmmaker Morgan Neville, who directed the film.

Regarding the upcoming PIECE by PIECE film, Williams said:

“Seeing the film through the lens of LEGO animation, we were able to tell a universal story. The reaction we are getting to the film is that a lot of people are walking away feeling inspired, and that they can do and be anything they want to be. I love that.”

Expanding on his partnership with the LEGO Group, Williams said:

“Imagine you are five years old, playing with a LEGO set and now fast forward and you are in this position that I am in here today, talking about my own film, told through LEGO animation. If this can happen for me, I want all the kids out there to just imagine what they can do too.”

Guests attending the immersive Over The Moon experience in Los Angeles enjoyed hands-on experiences including a LEGO® minifigure make and take zone, a space to create their own rocket and a station to create their own personalised t-shirt to take away as a souvenir.

The event takes inspiration from the Over The Moon LEGO® set which is a space shuttle with a golden canopy and a vibrant jet stream of colours and is made up of three parts, with each holding a special meaning for Pharrell. The black-and-gold shuttle symbolizes limitless potential, taking off and transporting you anywhere you can imagine. The bright and vibrant colours of the jet stream symbolize the imagination, creativity, and power of play to fuel your way. And finally, befitting Pharrell’s relentless pursuit to push boundaries and ensure that everyone can feel represented and seen, the LEGO® Over the Moon set features the widest range of customizable minifigure skin tones. 50 Minifigure heads are included, 30 of which were especially created for this set.

The LEGO Group VP of Global Brand Development Alero Akuya said: “We’re thrilled to be bringing our partnership with Pharrell Williams to Los Angeles at this immersive experience that brings the project to life through Pharrell’s unique lens and celebrates the diverse voices and creativity that shape our world.”

The Over the Moon experience in Los Angeles comes ahead of the release of Focus Features’ PIECE BY PIECE, which will debut in US theatres on 11 October, and internationally beginning 6 November. Directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Morgan Neville and featuring new original music from Pharrell, PIECE BY PIECE is a unique cinematic experience that invites audiences on a vibrant journey through the life of cultural icon Pharrell Williams. Developed from Pharrell’s singular vision, PIECE BY PIECE defies genres and expectations to transport audiences into a LEGO® world where anything is possible.

Pharrell Williams and Lego via 360 MAGAZINE.

Lego and Pharrell Williams' collaboration via 360 MAGAZINE.

X-MEN: XAVIER’S SECRET

The X-Men’s new era has been a smash hit with longtime and returning fans, and this January, readers can experience key stories set just before the From the Ashes era in X-MEN: XAVIER’S SECRET #1! The one-shot collects the first six issues of Alex Paknadel and Diógenes Neves’ acclaimed X-Men: From the Ashes Infinity Comic that releases weekly on Marvel Unlimited.

Across two stories, Paknadel and Neves reveal what drove Professor X, Cyclops, and Jean Grey—the three pillars of the X-Men franchise—to their current state! Witness Jean Grey’s final moments on Earth before she took off to her galaxy-spanning adventures in Stephanie Phillips and Alessandro Miracolo’s ongoing Phoenix series. And learn the full extent of Professor X’s crimes during Fall of the House of X, just in time for the X-Men to declare their final judgment on him in the upcoming ‘Raid on Graymalkin’ crossover.

In the wake of the fall of Krakoa, the X-Men are forever changed. As Jean Grey prepares to take her place among the stars, she and Cyclops share a last night together, only to discover a hidden mystery that threatens to pull them apart. Meanwhile, what was supposed to be a mundane article about Charles Xavier’s monstrous acts during the war turns into something far stranger for journalist Sally Floyd. Can the X-Men survive the shadows lurking in their pasts, or will their new era begin in tragedy?

Check Martín Cóccolo’s all-new cover and preorder X-MEN: XAVIER’S SECRET #1 at your local comic shop today! For more information, visit Marvel.com.

Disney + Tokio Hotel

Disney’s Chart-Topping A Whole New Sound Arrives on Vinyl + Tokio Hotel’s ‘Colors of the Wind’ Video Released

Get ready to drop the needle on your favorite Disney tunes as the highly anticipated splatter print vinyl edition of the chart-topping A Whole New Sound is available today. Featuring iconic Disney songs reimagined by your favorite pop-punk and alternative rock artists, this vinyl release is the perfect way to relive the magic of Disney classics with a fresh, energetic twist. A Whole New Sound, which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Compilation Albums and Kid Albums charts, is a love letter to pop-punk fans, seamlessly blending the genre’s dynamic spirit with the timeless appeal of Disney classics.

Today also marks the release of the captivating music video for Tokio Hotel’s dynamic rendition of “Colors of the Wind” from Disney’s Pocahontas (1995). Bringing to life the song’s powerful message of environmental awareness and cultural understanding, the video is a must-see for fans of both the original and this new interpretation. View it HERE.

“We are very proud of our cover of ‘Colors of the Wind,’ simply because the song has such an important message, which has become even more relevant in today’s world. The Pocahontas song simply fits us perfectly as a band, because we stand for openness, respect and love. We are colorful and diverse and we like to show that. Our music video represents our deep personal connection with the movie and its message. Its Tokio Hotel meets Pocahontas and we simply love it!,” said Tokio Hotel vocalist Bill Kaulitz.

Missed the other music videos from the album? Don’t worry, Mickey and his friends have you covered with a YouTube playlist HERE. Experience the timeless classics “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” from The Lion King (1994) by Simple Plan and “I2I” from A Goofy Movie (1995) by Magnolia Park; relive the nostalgic bliss of New Found Glory‘s “Part of Your World” from The Little Mermaid (1989); dive into the electrifying energy of Yellowcard‘s “A Whole New World” from Aladdin (1992) featuring Chrissy Costanza; get ready to conquer the world with We The Kings‘ “Go the Distance” from Hercules (1997); and rock out to Plain White T’s energetic rendition of “Surface Pressure” from Encanto (2021).

The album is also available digitally now on all major streaming platforms, including Apple Music, Amazon Music, and Spotify.

Disney and Tokio Hotel via 360 Magazine.

LEGO® + PHARRELL – OVER THE MOON

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The LEGO Group will be hosting an out-of-this-world experience in Los Angeles to celebrate the launch of Over the Moon, the new LEGO® set co-designed with Pharrell Williams and the LEGO Group – and all Los Angeles residents are invited.

Taking place on Saturday, 5th October, this interactive experience will celebrate diverse perspectives and the creative power of play.

Suitable for kids and adults alike, this event is aimed at curious individuals ready to ignite their creativity. There will be music, refreshments and multiple hands-on experiences including a LEGO® minifigure make and take zone, a space to build your own rocket and a station to create your own personalised t-shirt to take away as a souvenir.

Taking place at 6400 Sunset Blvd in Los Angeles between 11am – 7pm, the event is free to attend, and tickets can be booked via the website HERE.

This event comes ahead of the release of Focus Features’ PIECE BY PIECE, which will debut in US theatres on 11 October. Directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Morgan Neville and featuring new original music from Pharrell, PIECE BY PIECE is a unique cinematic experience that invites audiences on a vibrant journey through the life of cultural icon Pharrell Williams. Developed from Pharrell’s singular vision, PIECE BY PIECE defies genres and expectations to transport audiences into a LEGO® world where anything is possible.

The LEGO Group and Pharrell also recently announced the release of Over the Moon, the new LEGO® set co-designed by Pharrell and the LEGO Group to inspire everyone to unleash their limitless creative potential through LEGO Play. Over the Moon is available to purchase from www.LEGO.com.

Lego and Pharrell Williams via 360 Magazine.

Louis Vuitton Everything

LV Women’s Spring-Summer 2025

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Louis Vuitton Women’s Spring-Summer 2025 show, which took place on October 1st.

Thriving on contrast, with a formidable soft power, the Spring-Summer 2025 collection radiates a tradition of savoir-faire and art de vivre. This season, pictorial works by the artist Laurent Grasso appear on selected pieces that reprise five paintings from the series entitled Studies into the Past.

Louis Vuitton Women’s SS25 via 360 MAGAZINE.

2025 Louis Vuitton Men’s Ski Collection

Louis Vuitton presents its 2025 Men’s Ski Collection by Men’s Creative Director, Pharrell Williams. The collection features a fully authentic skiwear proposition created for the slopes and beyond.

Crafted with sustainable materials, it is conceived as a complete wardrobe for an active lifestyle of LVERS devoted to the excellence of their sport and the wardrobe that frames it. Performance garments are waterproof, windproof, and imbued with functional details. The collection further encompasses après-ski proposals hybridized in nature to transition from one environment to another.

The collection includes luxury pieces such as fair-isles knits and pearl-embroidered cable knits, with pieces characterized by a Damoflage Snow motif interpreted across techniques and fabrications. This arctic adaptation of the existing Damoflage pattern, integrates a wintery palette which blends with the mountain-scape of skiing.

Rounding out the collection is the ultimate accessory for the slopes, the new edition of the LV Snowboard. It will be available in a limited edition of one hundred snowboards.

Pharrell Williams Louis Vuitton Men’s Ski Collection via 360 MAGAZINE.

Modelo + Joseph Anthony Perez

Proud of its heritage as a Mexican cerveza brewed for those with the Mark of a Fighter, Modelo is keen to support and highlight the endeavors of hardworking Latinos across the country. This Hispanic Heritage Month, Modelo, has partnered with Mexican American artist Joseph Anthony Perez, also known professionally as sentrock, to create the “One-in-Six Pack.”

The one-of-a-kind pack includes a Modelo bottle designed and hand-painted by Mexican American artist Joseph Anthony Perez (AKA sentrock) that celebrates the Hispanic communities‘ contribution to our country’s culture with illustrations that reflect Perez’s Mexican roots and motifs nodding to traditional Hispanic art, celebrating the unique identities of Latino culture.
To showcase Perez’s work and continue elevating Latino voices – Modelo is donating the one-of-a-kind art piece to UnidosUS, a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that serves as the nation’s largest Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization.
Unidos will then auction the one-of-a-kind art piece, building upon Modelo’s existing $1 million in donations to the charity since 2021. Consumers 21 and older across the country can visit the auction here to place a bid and learn more about the artist and how Modelo is supporting the Hispanic community.

Modelo Hispanic Heritage Month via 360 MAGAZINE.

A New Era in Goggle

Evolution for All-Year Versatility

Enter Flex Scape, Oakley®’s first hybrid goggle piece that combines the functionality of goggles and sunglasses, delivering the unexpected in eyewear. This invention wrapped in art is the pure manifestation of Oakley’s DNA, inspired by a legacy of exploration and experimentation and built to fit in, in any landscape.

“Having eyewear that flexes from the mountains to the streets is a game-changer” said Team Oakley athlete, Lucas Pinheiro Braathen. “This is the level of innovation that sets Oakley apart in a dynamic piece that looks dope and that suits my lifestyle from air to après.”

Just like its name suggests, Flex Scape is built to adapt to every rider’s needs, pushing beyond the goggle norms. The sleek and disruptive design is built to conquer epic bluebird mountain days, transition for relaxing après-ski moments, cater to skaters dropping in from a halfpipe, or handle any off-mountain sport in between. The piece’s defining feature is an interchangeable, one-size woven strap that can be swapped out for ear stems, transforming it from a goggle into sunglasses on the fly to match your style and changing conditions.

Flex Scape utilizes PhysioMorphic™ Geometry, enabling Oakley’s designers to innovate without shape limitations and advance the brand’s quest to progress the human experience. This purpose-built lens conforms to facial contours like a mask for a wider field of view. The eyewear is optimized for brighter conditions and includes a single-layer lens with an anti-fog coating that reduces distortion, reflection, and refraction. The lens also features proprietary Plutonite® material and Oakley’s HDO® (High-Definition Optics) Technology, providing 100% UV protection and safeguarding against high-velocity impacts. Oakley Prizm™ technology enhances color and contrast, allowing the wearer to see everything in vivid detail.

Tackle bluebird days or après ski with Flex Scape, available in Matte Black with Prizm™ 24K and Matte Grey Snow with Prizm™ Snow Sapphire Iridium, beginning October 3rd in Oakley stores and on oakley.com.

KSI + TRIPPIE REDD

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GLOBAL SUPERSTAR KSI RELEASES TWO NEW SINGLES “THICK OF IT” FT. TRIPPIE REDD AND “LOW”

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KSI, one of the UK’s most influential and multi-talented artists, shares two highly-anticipated singles: “Thick of It” featuring Trippie Redd and “Low” via Warner Records – listen HERE.

These tracks mark an exciting new chapter in KSI’s ever-evolving music career, inviting listeners to dive deeper into his personal journey of resilience, self-belief, and the reality of fame.

Speaking about “Thick of It”, KSI shared, “This is essentially my comeback song. I talk about the history of my career and where I’ve come from. Plus, I’m giving my audience the blueprint on how to dream big and reach the goals that they want to reach. With the help of Trippie Redd, this song is a celebration of the 10 plus years I’ve been online entertaining the people.”

Trippie Redd adds, “I’m excited to be working with my brother JJ again on another fire release. Can’t wait to take the world by storm with this track.”

Produced by Ray Michael Djan Jr (BTS) and co-written with an all-star team, “Thick of It” is a bold anthem of triumph. The track sees KSI reflect on his rise from humble beginnings to becoming a global icon, all while staying unshaken by the challenges and negativity that come with success. With lyrics like “forty something mili sales,” KSI asserts his place at the top, fully in control of his destiny.

The accompanying music video, directed by KC Locke (Ed Sheeran, Stormzy, Jorja Smith), is an epic visual spectacle. Starting in the remote icy landscapes of Antarctica, KSI, frozen in a block of ice, is brought to life to begin his rap journey. As he transitions through various stages—from sitting on an ice throne to taking over a KSI-branded Wall Street tower—the video symbolically portrays KSI’s dominance in both music and business, culminating in a dramatic tornado scene where he battles the elements, emerging victorious. Watch HERE.

“Low” takes a more introspective turn, delving into the emotional toll of balancing external success with internal struggles. As KSI puts it, “I wrote low at a very dark time in my life. I wasn’t in a good place mentally and felt compelled to write this as a way of therapy for me. I was dealing with imposter syndrome as well as heartbreak. So this is me essentially giving you a piece of me at a time where I wasn’t at my best.”

Co-written by Sam Roman as well as Pharoah Vice (The Kid LAROI), Nike Taz (Trippie Redd), and Nick Gale of Digital Farm Animals (Charli XCX) who co-produced the record, the song offers a raw and vulnerable look at KSI’s personal battles with self-doubt and pressure. While the world sees a man at the top of his game, “Low” reveals the exhaustion and emotional disconnect that often lurks beneath the surface. It’s a relatable track for anyone who has felt overwhelmed by the expectations of others while quietly grappling with their own insecurities.

KSI is currently recording his third album.

About KSI

KSI’s influence is undeniable. With over 2.7 billion global streams, 52 million followers across social platforms (more combined YouTube subscribers than any British act aside from Ed Sheeran and One Direction), and 5 million UK single sales, he continues to redefine what it means to be a modern artist. His second album, All Over the Place, debuted at #1 in 2021, following the success of his groundbreaking and the best-selling debut of 2020, Dissimulation. With eight Top Ten singles and high-profile collaborations, and the only artist to receive two nominations in the Song of the Year category at the 2022 Brit Awards, KSI has cemented his position as one of the UK’s most innovative and versatile talents.

As the CEO of Misfits Boxing and co-owner of Prime, KSI’s impact extends far beyond the studio. With Prime achieving the milestone of selling its one-billionth bottle and forging partnerships with global sports organisations like the UFC, Arsenal, FC Barcelona and collaborating with the likes of Peso Pluma and Patrick Mahomes, KSI is not just an entertainer—he’s a visionary entrepreneur reshaping industries.

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About Trippie Redd

One of the most versatile and creatively daring artists in hip-hop today, Trippie Redd makes music that’s both wildly experimental and massively appealing. Since delivering his debut mixtape A Love Letter to You in 2017, the multi-platinum-selling, chart-topping rapper, singer/songwriter has continually defied genre boundaries, embedding his melodic take on rap with frenetic elements of rock-and-roll and heavy metal. And with his penetrating lyrics and nuanced but hard-hitting vocal performance, the 23-year-old Ohio native matches that endless ingenuity with a powerfully raw emotional impact.

Racking up over 30 billion streams to date and having seven consecutive projects land in the Top 5 of the Billboard 200 Albums Chart, Trippie Redd has evolved from budding Soundcloud rapper to a global powerhouse. Not only has he collaborated with some of today’s biggest names in music including Drake, Future, Travis Scott, XXXTENTACION, Juice WRLD, Travis Barker, Illenium, Marshmello and more, but he also made his acting debut during an episode of Lil Dicky’s critically acclaimed DAVE followed by an appearance on Machine Gun Kelly’s Good Mourning. His 2021 album, Trip At Knight featuring single “Miss The Rage” featuring Playboi Carti, brought a #1 debut on Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and went on to amass over 3 billion streams, while his Mansion Musik mixtape followed, earlier this year, landing a #1 debut on the same chart. Named one of the ‘Top 50 Most Streamed Rappers on Spotify,’ Trippie Redd plans to continue to break boundaries and cement his status as one of the best in the game.

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JAPAN NAMED WORLD’S #1 DESTINATION

FOR SECOND YEAR IN A ROW BY CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER’S READERS

For the second year in a row, Japan has been named the world’s favorite travel destination by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler in the 2024 edition of the magazine’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards. Tokyo was also designated the world’s number one “Large City”, climbing from the number two spot from last year. Condé Nast Traveller, the UK version of the magazine, has also named Japan as the Best Country in its Readers’ Choice Awards.

“We are honored to receive this recognition from the Condé Nast Traveler readers, which reflects the high expectations for travel to Japan,” says Susumu Matsumoto, Director of the Japan National Tourism Organization’s (JNTO) New York office. “The demand for travel from the United States to Japan continues to rise, with the number of inbound travelers from January to August 2024 reaching approximately 1.7 million, a record high. We will continue to promote Japan and showcase our diverse attractions that travelers can enjoy throughout the year.”

2024 has been designated as the U.S.-Japan Tourism Year, declared by the Japan Tourism Agency (JTA), JNTO and their U.S. counterparts, to further enhance mutual tourism and cultural exchanges between the two countries.

The 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards will be published in Condé Nast Traveler’s November 2024 issue, which hits newsstands this month.

The full list of winners can be found here.

For more information about travel to Japan, visit https://www.japan.travel/en/us.

ABOUT JAPAN NATIONAL TOURISM ORGANIZATION (JNTO)

As the official tourism board, JNTO seeks to inspire international travelers to visit Japan. Focusing on sustainability, diversity and preservation of its history and culture, JNTO encourages travelers to explore the country while supporting local businesses, learning about indigenous cultures, and helping conserve its natural sites.

For more information about travel to Japan, visit https://www.japan.travel/en/us or the JNTO pages on Facebook, Instagram and Youtube. To contact the New York office of the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) directly, please e-mail us_media@jnto.go.jp.

ABOUT U.S.-JAPAN TOURISM YEAR

2024 will mark the first time both the United States and Japan have developed this kind of union, which seeks to promote increased travel, mutual tourism, and cultural exchanges between the two countries. The Tourism Year agreement is a project of Japan National Tourism Organization(JNTO), the Japan Tourism Agency (JTA) and the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA), in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Travel and Tourism Office and U.S. Commercial Service, the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo and Brand USA. For more information, visit https://www.japan.travel/en/us/us-japan-tourism-year-2024/.