Posts made in December 2024

VEVO END OF YEAR CHARTS

Vevo, the world’s leading music video network, has released its annual end-of-year charts, revealing the most-watched music videos and artists, as well as top premieres, of the past 12 months.

“Artists are the biggest influencers in the world, and the visual nature of music videos deepen an artist’s connection with their fans in a unique way that goes beyond the music itself. A frequent and consistent video release strategy not only enhances an artist’s brand, but it also galvanizes their fanbase,” said JP Evangelista, senior vice president, Content, Programming & Marketing, Vevo. “Major pop culture moments are therefore reflected in music video viewership, and Vevo’s annual recap provides the music and wider media and entertainment industry with a barometer for what was trending this year.”

For Vevo’s 2024 Top Charts* in full, please visit here.

KAROL G and Taylor Swift once again stand atop the Global and US artist charts, respectively

Worldwide, KAROL G is the ‘Most Watched Artist’ on Vevo for the fourth consecutive year, gaining 3.5 billion global views in 2024. Second on Vevo’s global 2024 chart, Shakira accumulated 1.96 billion global views, while Taylor Swift came in a close third with 1.95 billion global views. The Weeknd (1.8 billion global views) and Feid (1.7 billion global views) round out the top five globally. Of note, Ariana Grande, Maluma, Billie Eilish and Lady Gaga each re-entered the global Top 10.

In the US-specific chart, this is Taylor Swift’s second consecutive year in the top spot, accruing 470 million US views over the past year. Future moved up 5 spots from last year to No. 2 on the US chart, with 462 million US views. The hip-hop artist delivered a staggering 90 videos to Vevo in 2024, which drove a 37% year-over-year increase in his US viewership. Eminem and Post Malone re-entered the US Top 10 this year, alongside GloRilla, who makes her first appearance ever on the chart.

Hip-Hop dominates social conversation and debuts like “Houdini” and “Not Like Us” sparked major viral moments during their release

Eminem’s nostalgia-packed “Houdini” is the ‘Top Global Premiere’ of 2024 on Vevo, garnering 56.2 million global views within the first two weeks of its debut. On May 31, “Houdini” pulled in 11.6M global views in a single day – the highest single-day performance of any music video released on Vevo this year.

Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” is the No. 2 premiere globally on Vevo (also pushing it into the rankings for the most-watched global music videos of 2024), with over 51.1 million global views in the first two weeks. Globally, The Weeknd’s “Dancing in the Flames” is the third biggest premiere (44.9 million global views in the first two weeks); Sabrina Carpenter’s “Taste” is the fourth (44.7 million global views in the first two weeks); and KAROL G, Feid, DFZM ft. Ovy On The Drums, J Balvin, Maluma, Ryan Castro, and Blessd’s “+57” rounds out the Global Top 5 Debut chart (36.6 million global views in the first two weeks).

In the US, “Not Like Us” is the ‘Top US Premiere’ of 2024, garnering 23.5 million US views within the first two weeks of its debut, while “Houdini” swaps for the No. 2 spot on U.S. Top Debut chart, with 17.6 million US views within the first two weeks. Sabrina Carpenter’s Taste” is third (11.9 million US views within the first two weeks); Jojo Siwa’s “Karma” is fourth (11.1 million US views within the first two weeks); and Sabrina Carpenter’s “Please Please Please” is fifth (8.3 million US views within the first two weeks).

Country, Hip-Hop, and Regional Mexican genres make historic strides on Vevo’s ‘Most Watched Music Video’ charts

Globally, Becky G’s “POR EL CONTRARIO with Leonardo Aguilar & Ángela Aguilar (Performance Video)” is the most watched music video of the past 12 months on Vevo, having accumulated over 312.7 million views worldwide. This marks the first time that a Regional Mexican music video has taken the No. 1 spot on Vevo’s ‘Global Most Watched Videos’ chart.

Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ “Die With a Smile” comes in second on the global most-watched chart with 298.6 million global views, with a close third from “Gata Only” by 2025 Vevo DSCVR Artist to Watch FloyyMenor and Cris MJ (296.4 million global views). Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso” is No. 4 (211.2 million global views) and KAROL G’s “Antes Te Hubiera Conocido” is No. 5 (193.7 million global views).

Stateside, Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy) [Official Visualizer]” is the No. 1 most-watched music video in the US, having gathered over 82.9 million US views. This is the first time in Vevo’s history that a Country video has topped Vevo’s US Top 10 chart, as well as the first time that a Country video made it into Vevo’s Global Top 10 chart.

In second on the US chart, Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” accrued 65.1 million US views over the year on Vevo, followed closely by Post Malone’s Country hit “I Had Some Help (feat. Morgan Wallen)” with 64 million US views. “Yeah Glo!” by GloRilla (2023 DSCVR Artists to Watch alum) is fourth (50.9 million US views) and Beck G’s “POR EL CONTRARIO” takes fifth (45.5 million US views).

“This year’s rankings reflect the continuing globalization of music, and 2024 was a year of firsts for genres like Country, Hip-Hop and Regional Mexican on Vevo. Each of these genres have made a massive impact on pop culture and solidified their relevance in the cultural zeitgeist,” added Evangelista.

*Source: Vevo Internal Analytics pulls global, ad-supported views from music videos released in the timeline of 11/30/23 through 11/29/24. “2024” refers to the date range 11/30/23-11/29/24, and “2023” refers to the date range 11/30/22-11/29/23.

LADY GAGA – DISEASE

13-time Grammy Award-winner Lady Gaga continues to expand the sonic landscape of her latest single, “DISEASE,” today unveiling “DISEASE (THE POISON LIVE),” a guitar-driven rendition of the lead single from her forthcoming album, due February 2025. Produced by Lady Gaga, this intimate new version follows last week’s acoustic release, “DISEASE (THE ANTIDOTE LIVE),” showcasing her unparalleled musicianship and ability to transform powerful pop songs into multidimensional works of art. Stream/download “DISEASE (THE POISON LIVE)” HERE. Watch the accompanying music video, filmed at Woodshed Studios in Malibu, CA, HERE.

Originally released on October 25, each version of “DISEASE” highlights a different facet of the track’s emotional intensity and versatility, reaffirming Lady Gaga’s unparalleled skill in creating songs that are as impactful in their full, hard-hitting production as they are in their stripped-back, rawest form. The song continues to captivate, offering a glimpse into her highly anticipated forthcoming album (affectionately dubbed LG7). While rooted in pop, the project is an exploration of genres, textures, and emotions, weaving together vulnerability, intensity, and soulful expression.

Upon its release, “DISEASE” was praised by critics and fans alike, with HARPER’S BAZAAR calling the song “classic Gaga in the best way,” while BBC celebrated its “dark, dazzlingly maximalist” sound. CLASH highlighted its “killer chorus,” and THE INDEPENDENT called it “her best in a long while,” describing the song as a “potent dose of dungeon-dark electro-pop.” THE GUARDIAN commended its “fizzing, distorted synths” and “pounding, slightly industrial beat,” noting it “evokes memories of late 00s Gaga,” while ROLLING STONE celebrated its “cavernous synth line” and “classic Gaga shout-along chorus.”

The accompanying music video, directed by Tanu Muino, received similar acclaim. VOGUE called it “one of the best videos of the year,” while W described it as a “cinematic, almost theater-like experience” with UPROXX praising the “haunting visual” for making the track’s passionate lyrics “all the more believable.” Watch the video HERE. Stream/download “DISEASE” HERE.

Photo credit: Marcell Rév

Tinashe – Cross That Line

Tinashe releases the music video to her single, “Cross That Line.” Watch HERE. The track appears on her latest album, Quantum Baby, from earlier this year. Listen HERE.

The “Cross That Line” music video, directed by Jonah Haber, depicts Tinashe being detained. She struggles to figure out how to break free while mesmerizing onlookers watch her dancing. The video touches on the concepts of perception and surveillance, which have been a through line during the Quantum Baby rollout. In true Tinashe form, continuing that narrative, the “Cross That Line” visual picks up where the “No Broke Boys” visual leaves off. Tinashe first premiered the video at her fan event on Tuesday presented by META.

Most recently, Tinashe has been featured widely across 2024 Best of Music Lists from sources such as Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, TIME, People, and more. Last week Tinashe was announced to perform for Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin ‘Eve.

Tinashe’s Match My Freak World Tour continues with Australia, Asia, and Europe dates. See the full routing below. For ticket information, please visit tinashenow.com.

Photo Credit: Paris Helena

OPEN: SUPER APP

OPEN SuperApp, the innovative platform that seamlessly blends social commerce, messaging, creator communities, and AI into one ad-free space, has officially announced the top 5 finalists for the final round of its inaugural OPEN Verse independent music competition. This finale marks a monumental moment for AAPI voices in the music industry, as it is the first-of-its-kind competition dedicated to amplifying AAPI talent and empowering the next generation of artists.

The finalists will compete for a life-changing $10,000 cash prize, a distribution deal with Empire Records, free studio time at the AVEX Studio Compound, and the unique opportunity to collaborate on a brand-new song with renowned producer and judge, Brian Lee. The finalists include a line-up of artists who have worked with the likes of Jung Kook and V from BTS, Jay Park, and more:

Ahead of the live performance on December 15th, the finalists will receive exclusive mentorship from an esteemed panel of AAPI music industry luminaries, who will also serve as judges during the finale:

Madison Love (Lady Gaga, Selena Gomez, Katy Perry, Kim Petras)
Verbal (Japanese rapper – Kanye West, Pharrell, Kylie Minogue)
Brian Lee (DJ Snake, BLACKPINK, Justin Bieber, Post Malone, Lady Gaga)
Jeffrey Yoo (Senior VP at Empire, recently signed G-Dragon)
True Smith (Label & International Director at Avex USA)
Hajime Harada (A&R, Publishing, and International at Avex USA)

The competition will also feature a special guest performance by Spencer Lee (88Rising, Ear Drummers Entertainment).

Conceived by OPEN’s Alison Boya Sun who led the AAPI crew, Eastern Standard Times, in Red Bull’s Culture Clash NYC last June, OPEN Verse celebrates the diversity and power of AAPI voices within the music industry. By offering both emerging and established AAPI talent the opportunity to shine on a national stage, OPEN Verse provides AAPI artists with unparalleled mentorship, resources, and a platform to showcase their talents. OPEN SuperApp is leading the charge in transforming the music landscape into a more inclusive, dynamic space for all.

The OPEN Verse finale will take place on December 15th from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM PST at ResidentLA in Los Angeles, CA and will also be streamed live on Twitch and YouTube.

To purchase a ticket, PRESS HERE, download the OPEN SuperApp, and create an account. Join us for this unforgettable evening of music, mentorship, and innovation.

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Of late, 360 MAGAZINE had an opportunity to have a sit down with OPEN’s founder, Eric Tu.

Eric Tu + open super app via 360 Magazine.

What inspired the Super App? How does it differ from platforms like Sonicbids and Reverbnation?
Open Super App was inspired by the challenges creators face in the modern creator economy. Many indie artists struggle to monetize their music and art effectively—streaming revenue alone, and it is often insufficient to sustain their livelihoods. Our platform is designed to empower these artists by providing solutions tailored to their needs. We offer a free merch solution with no upfront costs and a platform where their work can gain visibility among fans and industry leaders. Unlike other platforms, Open Super App focuses on creating multiple streams of revenue for artists, blending e-commerce, branding, and industry connections into one ecosystem.

How important is it for an artist to have distribution, merchandise, and proper branding?
Distribution ensures an artist’s work reaches the right audience—visibility is key. Branding, however, is what makes that audience stay and engage. For example, Sabrina Carpenter had been in the industry for years with limited recognition, but her rebrand transformed her career and helped her go viral. Merchandise is equally vital as it provides one of the fastest ways for artists to monetize their work. Music is not just an art form; it’s a business. Today’s artists need more than just talent—they need a business mindset to approach their careers like startups, leveraging tools like branding and merch to build sustainable income.

Currently, you’re running a competition for a $10,000 prize. How will this help amplify an artist’s talents, merchandise, and music?
The $10,000 prize can be a game-changer for an indie artist. It provides the financial flexibility to invest in their growth—whether by hiring a skilled producer, creating high-quality merch, or launching a targeted marketing campaign. This funding can help amplify their work, expand their reach, and position them as serious contenders in the music industry.

Is there anything we haven’t touched on that you would like to mention?
Yes, at Open Super App, we’re not just building a platform; we’re cultivating a community. Our mission is to empower creators to take control of their careers while connecting them with fans, industry leaders, and innovative tools. We believe that by providing these resources, we’re helping to redefine what’s possible for indie artists in today’s creator economy.

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PUMA HOOPS – SCOOT ZEROS II

PUMA Hoops reveals the first colorway of the Scoot Zeros II – the newest evolution of Scoot Henderson’s signature basketball shoe – in collaboration with NBA 2K. The mismatched, neon-colored Scoot Zeros II NBA 2K edition drops on December 20th.

Crafted for gamers and ballers alike, the 2K edition stands out with bold, neon colors and a court-ready design. Inspired by Scoot’s “Overly Determined to Dominate” mantra, the shoe delivers exceptional traction, stability, and energy return through cutting-edge technology.

The Scoot Zeros II features a sleek design with iconic “S” branding inspired by Scoot and tech specs include:

Puma Grip Rubber: High abrasion tread pattern for added traction with non-slip rubber compound
CMEVA Midsole: Compression molded EVA foam providing superior responsiveness and cushioning in a lightweight package
Fast Eyerow W/Lockdown Support: Fast eyerow to display the speed of Scoot with a lockdown webbing support system for added support
Henderson 7 Traction Pattern: Performance rubber in the outsole the features innovative Scoot Branding and Car DNA
Heel Badge: Added Scoot S branding inside a heel badge to provide flare
Deboss Toe Execution: Added flare with special material executions and treatments for increased value

The all-new Scoot Zeros II 2K collection will be available starting December 20th at Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, PUMA.com, and the PUMA Flagship store, retailing for $35-$110.

Scoot Henderson signature Puma Hoops shoes via 360 MAGAZINE.

MYLES SMITH + BRIT AWARDS

MYLES SMITH ANNOUNCED AS WINNER OF BRITS RISING STAR AWARD!

“STARGAZING” HITS #1 AT TOP 40 AND HOT AC RADIO

FIRST UK ARTIST TO HIT #1 AT TOP 40, HOT AC & ALTERNATIVE FORMATS

WITH HIS DEBUT RADIO SINGLE IN THE US

PERFORMING ON THE VOICE SEASON 26 FINALE

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10

The BRIT Awards 2025 have announced Myles Smith as the winner of the prestigious BRITs Rising Star award. This marks an incredible milestone in the 26-year-old artist’s meteoric rise. The announcement was made by Jack Saunders on his BBC Radio 1 New Music show, unveiling Myles as the first winner revealed for The BRITs 2025.

Myles shared his excitement: “Winning the BRIT award for Rising Star is such a surreal moment. Music has always been about connecting with people, and to see it resonate on this level is incredible. I’m so grateful to my team, my family, and especially the fans who’ve supported me every step of the way. Your belief in me means everything. This is just the beginning, and I’m so excited for what’s to come—thank you for being part of this journey.”

In addition to this honour, Myles continues to dominate global charts with his platinum-certified single “Stargazing.” This week, the track hit #1 at Top 40 and Hot AC radio, making Myles the first UK artist to reach #1 on all three major radio formats in the US with a debut radio single. The song previously hit #1 on the Alternative radio chart in September, cementing its cross-genre appeal.

These milestones cap off an extraordinary year for Myles. “Stargazing” is now the biggest global single from a UK artist this year, spending 29 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 and amassing over 550 million streams on Spotify alone. The track is a centerpiece of his growing catalogue, which has now surpassed 1.4 billion streams worldwide. The single is now the top-selling 2024 single by an English artist this year and has dominated airplay charts across the US, UK, Germany, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Switzerland.

The past year has also seen Myles recognised as BBC Introducing’s Artist of the Year for 2024 along with making the longlist for BBC’s prestigious Sound Of poll. His recent EP A Minute… has further solidified his status which also features the recent viral hit “Nice To Meet You.” Alongside sold-out dates on his 2024 global tour, Myles has graced stages on the TODAY Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and Later… with Jools Holland, and will be performing on the Season 26 finale of The Voice on Tuesday, December 10. Looking ahead, Myles will embark on his sold-out UK tour in February 2025 before joining Ed Sheeran on the European leg of the Mathematics Tour.

Hailing from Luton, Myles’ journey is grounded in authenticity. Taught to play the guitar and piano by the age of 12, he performed at local pubs and open-mic nights before gaining traction on TikTok in 2020. His covers of “Sweater Weather” and “I Found” went viral, paving the way for original songs like “Solo” and “My Home” that earned him a deal with RCA in 2023. Myles’ unique ability to unite audiences through his heartfelt lyrics is evident in his smash hit “Stargazing,” which pairs soaring melodies with introspective storytelling.

As he continues to shape his legacy, Myles Smith is undeniably an artist to watch in 2025 and beyond.

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Stevie Wonder – The Definitive Collection

Motown/UMe releases the first-ever vinyl version of Stevie Wonder’s all-time best-selling hits set, The Definitive Collection. The 21-track, double album kicks off with the No. 1 live 1963 smash, “Fingertips – Pt. 2,” and takes us through Wonder’s timeless hits “Uptight (Everything’s Alright)” “For Once in My Life,” “My Cherie Amour,” “You Are the Sunshine of My Life,” “Superstition,” “Higher Ground,” “Sir Duke,” “I Just Called to Say I Love You,” “Part Time Lover,” and more. It is now available HERE.

Reflecting the artist’s ongoing importance and popularity, The Definitive Collection is newly certified 4x Platinum by the RIAA.

The 2LP set is remastered for vinyl and housed in a beautiful gatefold package with Braille embossing, rare photos from the Motown Archives, full track-by-track annotations and a celebratory essay by Scott Regen, a Detroit DJ who became a Motown staff writer and producer and who wrote the liner notes to Wonder’s first Greatest Hits album in 1968. In addition to the wide release, The Definitive Collection will be available in an exclusive color vinyl edition at Amazon, while fans also have the option of collecting the album in 180gm vinyl and high gloss packaging with a limited-edition photo print and an additional exclusive Braille message from Stevie Wonder HERE. Complex.com followers have the option to collect their own exclusive edition, featuring an alternate cover and ‘Tamla yellow’ vinyl HERE. An 11-track, 1LP color vinyl version is exclusive to Walmart.

Stevie Wonder, the extraordinary singer/songwriter and the youngest ever recipient of the Kennedy Center Honors has earned 25 GRAMMY® Awards in a remarkable career, including a record-breaking three Album of the Year honors in four years. With a catalog that is one of the richest treasure troves in American music, his songs are still revered and influential today, and his longevity as one of the world’s most respected and beloved artists is well-earned.

Recently released is The Wonder of Stevie, a seven-episode podcast that covers Stevie Wonder’s iconic legacy with a focus on his “classic period,” from 1972-1976, when the musician, songwriter, and singer released a streak of five albums on Motown Records’ Tamla imprint that forever changed American music. This run of creativity garnered Wonder 12 Grammy Awards for the music on these iconic albums, a 13th Grammy for himself as Non-Classical Producer of the Year, sold more than 10 million albums, and secured his place as one of the most important American musicians and songwriters in history.

All seven episodes of The Wonder of Stevie, hosted by two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning culture critic Wesley Morris and featuring exclusive conversations with Stevie Wonder and a wide range of A-list fans, are available here.

2LP TRACK LIST

Side A

1. Fingertips – Pt. 2

2. Uptight (Everything’s Alright)

3. Hey Love

4. I Was Made To Love Her

5. For Once In My Life

6. My Cherie Amour

7. Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours

Side B

1. You Are the Sunshine Of My Life *

2. Superstition

3. Higher Ground *

4. Living For The City

Side C

1. You Haven’t Done Nothin’

2. Boogie On Reggae Woman *

3. I Wish

4. Sir Duke

5. Master Blaster (Jammin’) *

Side D

1. That Girl

2. Do I Do *

3. I Just Called To Say I Love You *

4. Overjoyed

5. Part-Time Lover *

* single version

All-New 2025 Toyota 4RUNNER

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The Toyota 4Runner’s reputation as a go-anywhere adventure vehicle has cemented it as an icon in American oﬀ-road culture. For over 40 years, 4Runner has stayed true to its original concept as an extremely capable, dynamic, and durable oﬀ-roader. As it enters its 6th generation, 4Runner has never been more capable, advanced, and reﬁned. Amenities and the passenger experience were key focus areas during vehicle development. 4Runner will now oﬀer nine grades that include the ﬁrst-ever Trailhunter and Platinum grades. Fans can expect the 2025 4Runner to hit dealerships in January of 2025. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starts at $40,770, plus $1,450 for delivery processing and handling.

New for the 6th generation 4Runner is the 2.4 liter turbocharged i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain, standard on the TRD Pro, the first-ever Trailhunter and Platinum and available
on TRD Off-Road, TRD Off-Road Premium and Limited grades. A 2.4-liter turbo four-cylinder i-
FORCE engine is standard on the SR5, TRD Sport, and TRD Sport Premium grades, and available on TRD Off-Road, TRD Off-Road Premium and Limited.

The i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbo oﬀers up to 278 horsepower and 317 lb.-ft. of torque and has up to an EPA-estimated 26 MPG highway. The second powertrain, the i-FORCE MAX hybrid, produces up to 326 horsepower and 465 lb.-ft. of torque. The i-FORCE MAX 4Runner brings all the power and capability midsize SUV fans love and has up to an EPA-estimated 24 MPG highway rating.

The 4Runner embraces its adventurous roots and takes them to the next level with the all-new Trailhunter grade. Trailhunter builds upon Toyota’s legendary oﬀ-road and overlanding credibility with purpose-built engineering and robust components. Exclusively powered by i-FORCE MAX, Trailhunter includes standard features such as Old Man Emu® shocks, a low-proﬁle high-mount air intake, 33-inch Toyo® tires with 18-inch bronze-ﬁnished wheels, an on-board air compressor and distinctive exterior features like RIGID Industries® color selectable LED fog lamps, an ARB® roof rack and the bronze-colored “TOYOTA” heritage-inspired grille with an integrated LED Light Bar.

Polestar Hot Wheels Design Contest 2024

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Polestar, the Swedish electric performance car brand, has announced the winner of its 2024 Design Contest. This year’s contest, held in collaboration with the legendary automotive brand Hot Wheels, invited contestants to submit designs inspired by its renowned 1:64 scale and Polestar’s distinctive design language.

Shashank Shekhar, a professional designer from India, won first prize for his rugged off-roader, “Polestar TRX.” The concept, with its exaggerated proportions and sleek surfaces, presents a bold interpretation of Polestar’s normally subtle design philosophy. The design becomes the first Polestar to be included in Hot Wheels toy car series, with the die-cast collectable available for consumers in the summer of 2025.

“I’m thrilled to win. This will be the first design in my career to be produced, so it’s a big deal for me. I never thought that someday, something I have created would end up as a Hot Wheels car. It has been a great journey, and I’ve had an amazing time so far. Something like this gives you a lot of confidence as a young designer,” said Polestar Design Contest winner Shashank Shekhar.

For more than 50 years, Hot Wheels has driven automotive performance and design; driving car culture for fans of all ages. Hot Wheels at its core is about accepting challenges and pushing design limits to create authentic die-casts that reflect car culture. This special edition of the Polestar Design Contest opened the door for designers to reach new heights in creativity and innovation, further linking the two powerhouse brands.

Polestar has established a rich history in supporting and collaborating with aspiring student and professional vehicle designers through its design contests. From the start, the connection with the Polestar Design Community provides guidance and encouragement for all entrants before the Polestar Design team engage in one-to-one coaching with the shortlisted finalists to refine their designs towards final selection.

Italy’s Powei Chen was awarded the runner-up prize for his colorful “Cyber Shaker,” which nods to both past and present with its eye-catching cyberpunk design. Roman Moor’s classic Le Mans submission from Germany received an honorable mention for his “Polestar Track Toy” concept, which impressed the four-judge panel that included representatives from Polestar and Mattel.

Now in its fourth edition, the Polestar Design Contest is an exciting opportunity for both professional and student designers to showcase their visions of automotive design. Since the first contest, the competition has highlighted top talent around the world, with many of the students going on to work for the Polestar Design team or in the wider professional design industry.

This year’s unique partnership with Hot Wheels encouraged participants to push their creativity even further, resulting in some of the most exciting concepts to date.

“We were looking for innovative ideas with this theme, and the submissions definitely exceeded our expectations. We saw some of the most daring designs to date. I can’t wait to see what the ‘Polestar TRX’ collectible will look like in real life,” says Juan-Pablo Bernal, Head of Interior Design at Polestar and curator @polestardesigncommunity Instagram account.

The 2024 contest attracted over 1,200 participants from around the globe, making it one of the largest editions of the annual competition to-date. Judges were instructed to seek out designs that reflected the playfulness and vibrancy of the Hot Wheels brand while still incorporating elements of Polestar’s signature minimalist design aesthetic.

“It was a pleasure for Hot Wheels to collaborate with Polestar for this innovative design contest. This year’s winner accepted the challenge and was inspired by both Hot Wheels and Polestar, bridging the two brands together,” says Ted Wu Senior Vice President and Global Head of Design of Vehicles and Building Sets at Mattel. “We are looking forward to seeing the ‘Polestar TRX’ in a 1:64 scale and welcoming this die-cast to be included in our Hot Wheels history.”

Polestar Hot Wheels Design Contest 2024 via 360 MAGAZINE.

Re-opening Ceremony of Notre Dame

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The re-opening ceremony of Notre Dame in Paris on December 6: French DJ and producer Michael Canitrot will deliver the final performance of this historic event with a groundbreaking audiovisual show. We would love your support in covering the news following the event.

This landmark performance not only marks a pivotal moment in cultural heritage but also in the intersection of contemporary music and immersive art. Known for his acclaimed “Monumental Tour,” Michael has redefined the dialogue between sound and architecture, transforming iconic landmarks such as Mont-Saint-Michel and Château de Chantilly into an immersive, multisensory experience. For Notre Dame, his bespoke performance fuses melodic techno and progressive house with cutting-edge visuals, offering a captivating celebration of the cathedral’s rebirth that bridges history with forward-thinking artistry.