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THE WEEKND Presents- Starboy

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GRAMMY® Award-winning and Academy® Award-nominated multiplatinum maverick THE WEEKND shares a preview of his first-ever comic book—The Weeknd Presents: Starboy.

The first issue drops on June 13, 2018. This first look formally welcomes readers into this phase of the artist’s world.

Based on his GRAMMY® Award-winning double-platinum 2016 epic Starboy, the story follows the titular hero as he goes toe-to-toe against cannibalistic criminal mastermind Jack “The Chef” Smiley to save Alphatron. Speaking to his singular aesthetic and cinematic vision, The Weeknd personally penned the story alongside La Mar Taylor, Christos Gage, and the teams at Marvel, while Eric Nguyen and Guru-eFX brought the art to life.

ARIANA GRANDE RELEASES “NO TEARS LEFT TO CRY”

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Grammy Award®-nominated, multiplatinum, record-breaking superstar ARIANA GRANDE returns with her brand new single “No Tears Left To Cry” today via Republic Records. Get it HERE.

Produced by Max Martin and ILYA, written by Ariana, Max Martin, ILYA, and Savan Kotecha, “No Tears Left To Cry” is the first single from her upcoming highly anticipated full-length album.

In addition, she simultaneously unveiled the song’s music video, directed by Grammy Award®-winning director Dave Meyers, on VEVO this morning. Watch it HERE.

ABOUT ARIANA GRANDE
With her powerful vocals and astonishing range, Ariana Grande has emerged as one of the most magnetic and massively successful performers in pop music today. At age 24 she’s delivered three platinum-selling albums and surpassed 18 billion streams, in addition to nabbing four Grammy Award nominations and landing eight hits in the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. With her most recent album — 2016’s critically acclaimed Dangerous Woman — Grande both boldly defies expectation and reveals the full force of her voice (recently hailed as an “extraordinary, versatile, limitless instrument” upon Grande’s appearance on Time’s “100 Most Influential People” list).

Since making her full-length debut with 2013’s Yours Truly (featuring the game-changing, triple-platinum smash “The Way”), Grande has brought her striking vocal presence to a genre-blurring breed of pop, taking on R&B, soul, and electronic music with equal nuance and assurance. Arriving in 2014, her sophomore effort, My Everything, garnered a Grammy Award nomination for Best Pop Vocal Album and spawned the 6x-platinum hits “Problem” and “Bang Bang” (a Grammy nominee for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance). Through the years, the longtime actress and former Broadway star has proven the scope of her talent by appearing on Scream Queens and Hairspray Live! and showcased her comedic chops by hosting Saturday Night Live. With her social media following now surging past 200 million, Grande has also earned numerous accolades from the MTV Video Music Awards, iHeartRadio Music Awards, and American Music Awards (including the highly coveted Artist of the Year prize).

The first artist in music history to see the lead single from her first three albums debut on the Billboard Hot 100, Grande embraced a more uncompromising vision than ever before in the making of Dangerous Woman. With People noting that the album “celebrates feminine might,” Entertainment Weekly praised Grande for “having something meaningful to say with that jaw-dropping voice — one of the most exquisite in pop today.” Grande wrapped up her widely lauded Dangerous Woman Tour in support of the album, performing 85 arena shows worldwide.

ABOUT REPUBLIC RECORDS
A division of Universal Music Group, the world’s leading music company, Republic Records is home to an all-star roster of multi-platinum, award-winning legends and superstar artists such as Ariana Grande, Aminé, Black Sabbath, DNCE, Florence + the Machine, Gotye, Hailee Steinfeld, James Blake, James Bay, John Mellencamp, Jordan Smith, Julia Michaels, Keith Richards, Kid Cudi, Liam Payne, Marian Hill, Of Monsters and Men, Post Malone, Seth MacFarlane, Stevie Wonder, and more. Founded by brothers and chief executives Monte and Avery Lipman, it is also comprised of innovative business ventures, including American Recordings (The Avett Brothers, Towkio), Boominati Worldwide (Metro Boomin), Brushfire (Jack Johnson), Casablanca Records (Giorgio Moroder, KUNGS, Tïesto), Cash Money (Drake, Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj), Hollywood Records (Sofia Carson, Zendaya), Lava Records (Greta Van Fleet, Jessie J, Lorde), Monkeywrench (Pearl Jam), XO (The Weeknd), Roc Nation (Belly, Justine Skye, The Dream), Tuff Gong (Damian Marley), Victor Victor Records (D Savage, Ski Mask The Slump God), among others. Republic also maintains a long-standing strategic alliance with country powerhouse Big Machine Records (Taylor Swift), and Universal Music Latin Entertainment (Luis Fonsi, J Balvin). In addition, Republic has expanded to release high-profile soundtracks for Universal Pictures (Fifty Shades of Grey, SING), Fox TV (Lee Daniels’ STAR), and NBC TV (The Voice), as well as other notable film and television franchises.

My Dear Melancholy

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Grammy Award-winning and multi-platinum selling music artist The Weeknd has secured his third consecutive #1 album with his latest project My Dear Melancholy,. In addition to the #1 album, The Weeknd secures the #1 streaming and digital song with “Call Out My Name.”

The project is now available at all digital service providers and a physical component will be released on April 13th. Get My Dear Melancholy, HERE

In addition to the music, a limited edition T-shirt has been designed by XO’s creative collective for the project and is now available exclusively on www.shop.theweeknd.com

The project features six tracks with production from Frank Dukes, Daheala, Marz, Mike WiLL Made-IT, Gesaffelstein, Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo and Skrillex. My Dear Melancholy, is executive produced by Frank Dukes and The Weeknd.

Next up, The Weeknd is set to headline the 2018 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival alongside Beyoncé and Eminem.

Brian Taborda x Artwork

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My name is Brian Taborda. I am a 24-year-old with an affinity for putting pen to paper and creating magic. Ever since I was a child I’ve always found myself drawn to drawing. As the years went by, I narrowed my artistic focus and began honing my skills as a cartoonist. Growing up, I always admired the artwork when I would watch my favorite cartoons on T.V. I chose to pursue this style because I was attracted to the freedom that this genre of art offered. Cartoons tend to be funny and ironic. Cartoons are one of the oldest forms of animated entertainment and, despite technological advancement, cartoons have maintained the classic and simplistic design elements that have set the style apart from other forms of artistic expression. These last few years, the political and economical climate in my home country of Venezuela has worsened tremendously. The present situation has motivated me to further develop my illustration skills. I know that if I improve, I will be able to achieve whatever I set my mind to. Choosing to focus on my art means working for commission so that I can earn enough money to escape this socialist dictatorship in Venezuela. I’ve been able to work towards fulfilling my dreams because of the the support that I receive from my family, my girlfriend and my friends. I specialize a style of cartoon illustration that was popular in the 1930’s, however, I like to add a bit of an “underground” or “urban” vibe to the final products. I work primarily using Adobe Illustrator. I typically use the brush and pen tools and draw with the mouse. I hope to one day illustrate using more modern tools but, since the economy of my country is so bad, I can’t afford the proper equipment so I have to use what I have. Fans of my art can look forward to seeing my name agin in the future future as I hope to, one day, release my own clothing line, with stickers, skateboards, etc. that will have my illustrations on them. Of course, I would keep on doing commissions of my drawing for clients who ware interested. My goal is to get more people to start loving and appreciating cartoons, especially the older ones that were the pioneers of this timeless genre. They are the base of everything we have now animation wise.

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Niki Koss x Famous In Love

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Niki Koss is an actress, director, photographer, and all around creative visionary.

She is currently reprising her series regular role of Alexis Glenn in the second season of the Freeform drama, “Famous In Love.” “Famous In Love”, created by Marlene King (Freeform’s ‘Pretty Little Liars’), pulls back the curtain into the world of young Hollywood.

Niki recently completed filming “Trafficked” alongside Ashley Judd and “Warning Shot” alongside David Spade and James Earl Jones.  Before that, Niki was seen on the big screen co-starring in the Paramount Pictures film, “Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse” and as the lead in the Lifetime TV movie, “My Stepdaughter”. Her major roles in several independent feature films include: the Terrence Malick produced, “Red Wing,” “The Appearing,” and “Girl on the Edge.”

Aside from her roles on screen, Niki took her talents to another level and co-created and directed the digital series, “Royals” for the Galaxy Generation. The series won the “Best Web Series” and the “Audience Choice” awards at the Laughlin International Film Festival. Niki most recently wrote and directed short film, “La Douleur Exquise”, and shadowed “Pretty Little Liars” alum Troian Bellisario while she directed episode 7 of Niki’s own show, Famous In Love.

Originally from Los Angeles, Niki grew up surrounded by art which encouraged a great deal of creativity throughout her life. At the very young age of 3, Niki told her mom she wanted to be an actress. She started attending theater classes and signed with a youth talent agency and Ford Models. Once Niki turned 17, she fully committed to acting and never looked back.

Niki is a dedicated advocate for causes including animal rescue, giving back to the environment, homelessness and female empowerment, and works frequently with PATH Partners. When she is not working, Niki loves to work more on writing, directing, and photography. She is also a big fan of going to the movies, painting and is a self-proclaimed foodie.

KEVIN HARRINGTON

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PITCH INVESTORS LIVE, a blockchain platform developed by 2UP Technology, Inc., welcomed Businessman, entrepreneur and former Shark Tank investor Kevin Harrington as celebrity advisor. Harrington joins the team of 30+ that launched the Pitch token sale on Feb. 28th.

“I am very excited to join the Pitch Investors Live team and have a part in revolutionizing the way that entrepreneurs and startups bootstrap their innovative ideas. Pitch Investors Live is on the way to changing the landscape of funding for entrepreneurs & startups from around the world. We are in the early stages of what blockchain will contribute to changing the entrepreneurial landscape. Pitch Investors Live is at the forefront of the possibilities in this new space. One of my favorite parts of Pitch Investors Live is that I can take pitches from anywhere in the world, at any given time, from a variety of startups, directly from my cell phone. Pitch Investors Live is the most substantial platform to have come out to help entrepreneurs that would have never been able to go through traditional funding route.”

PITCH INVESTORS LIVE is the only blockchain platform that allows entrepreneurs and startups to literally pitch investors live. The revolutionary app combines the crowd funding style of “Kickstarter” with the entertainment and educational style of the popular show “Shark Tank,” granting users a unique opportunity in bringing their innovative business ideas to life. But unlike Kickstarter, PITCH INVESTORS LIVE has its own currency called the PITCH token which is specifically used on the platform where entrepreneurs can create their own tokens and acquire funding for their projects and services. Exclusive features also include creating business proposals and commenting on live pitch videos allowing businesses to gain recognition, mentorship and capital at scale.

About PITCH INVESTORS LIVE:

Developed by 2UP Technology, Inc., PITCH INVESTORS LIVE connects entrepreneurs with investors using live video. It provides a practical, yet virtual environment, for entrepreneurs to better understand investors questions, critiques and interests and for investors to learn about new companies by participating in the live pitch sessions. For more information, visit www.pitch.ventures/.

Kevin Harrington Bio:

An original “shark” on the hit TV show Shark Tank, the creator of the infomercial, pioneer of the As Seen on TV brand, and co-founding board member of the Entrepreneur’s Organization—Kevin Harrington has pushed past all the questions and excuses to repeatedly enjoy 100X success.

His legendary work behind-the-scenes of business ventures has produced well over $5 billion in global sales, the launch of more than 500 products, and the making dozens of millionaires. Twenty of his companies have each topped $100 million in revenue.

ONE YEAR OF RESISTANCE

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Critically acclaimed exhibition ONE YEAR OF RESISTANCE returns this April with a benefit auction hosted by ARTSY. Celebrate art for activism with works by more than 65 emerging and mid-career artists including Ann Lewis, Grace Graupe-Pillard, Rebecca Leveille, Michelle Pred, Indira Cesarine, Signe Pierce and Parker Day, among many others. Every work sold goes toward supporting the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and its mission to defend and preserve the rights and liberties guaranteed by the constitution of the United States. 

The ARTSY benefit auction features artwork across all mediums addressing the issues our society has been confronted with such as immigration rights, health care, reproductive rights, climate change, transgender rights, white supremacy, gender equality, gun control and more. It will additionally feature many new works by artists of the ONE YEAR OF RESISTANCE exhibition.

Bidding opened today at 12 noon and will close on April 19th at 5pm! Head over now to bid and help raise funds for the ALCU. 

ONE YEAR OF RESISTANCE BENEFIT AUCTION ARTISTS: 

Alexandra Rubinstein, Alyson Provax, Ann Lewis, Anna Rindos, Annika Connor, Anya Rubin, Bradford Scott Stringfield, Cabell Molina, Camilla Marie Dahl, Danielle Siegelbaum, Daryl Daniels, Desdemonda Dallas, Desire Moheb Zandi, Dessie Jackson, Diana Casanova, Dolly Faibyshev, Domenica Bucalo, Eleni Giannopoulou, Elisa Garcia de la Huerta, Elise Vazelakis, Erin Victoria Axtell, Fahren Feingold, Gabriela Handal, Grace Graupe Pillard, Hannah Stahl, Indira Cesarine, James Hsieh, Jamia Weir, Jamie Martinez, Jen Dwyer, Joanne Leah, Joel Tretin,Kate Hush, Katya Kan, Kristin Malin, Kristin O’Connor, Leah Schrager, Leslie Kerby, Leslie Sheryll, Lola Jiblazee, Lola Ogbara, Manju Shandler, Marne Lucas, Mary Tooley Parker, Michael Reece, Michele Pred, Miss Meatface, Nichole Washington, Olga Filippova, Olive Allen, Panteha Abareshi, Parker Day, Rada Yakova, Rebecca Leveille, Rosary Solimanto, Rosemary Meza-DesPlas, Rute Ventura, Sarah Dillon, Signe Pierce, Stephanie Hanes, Tatana Kellner, Tommy Mitchell, Touba Alipour, Valerie Carmet, Valery Estabrook, Vanessa Teran, Yuri Murphy

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 SELECT PRESS ON
“ONE YEAR OF RESISTANCE”

Vogue 
“The Untitled Space Gallery Checks In With Nasty Women, One Year Later“

CNN
“Artists mark Trump’s inauguration anniversary with day of protest art”

The Guardian
“One Year of Resistance: the exhibit chronicling the year in anti-Trump art” 

INTERVIEW
“What One Year Of Resistance Looks Like In The Art World”

New York Daily News
“Trump’s America reflected in ‘One Year of Resistance’ art show” 

Good Trouble
“White Lies: One Year of Resistance”

Metro News
“80+ artists commemorate ‘One Year of Resistance’” 

 

 

JLO × LE VIAN COUTURE

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Jennifer Lopez Dazzles in Le Vian Couture® Earrings On the COVER of April 2018 Harper’s Bazaar

Le Vian, the iconic fine jewelry company known for creating unique styles as well as breathtaking red carpet designs, was chosen by Harper’s Bazaar magazine to be the only jeweler featured on the cover of its April 2018 spring issue, worn by cover model and superstar Jennifer Lopez.  The cover features a close up of Jennifer Lopez wearing an Oscar de la Renta pink tulle gown, her hair up in her signature high ponytail to reveal Le Vian Couture® 18k Vanilla Gold® drop earring featuring nearly 8 carats of sparkling Vanilla Diamonds® valued at $40,000.  “Le Vian is worn on the red carpet over 400 times a year by A-List celebrities despite our policy of never paying or gifting celebrities to wear our jewelry,” said Eddie LeVian, designer and CEO.  “JLo is one of Le Vian’s biggest fans, having worn Le Vian jewelry on the red carpet more often than any other A-lister,” Le Vian added.

About Le Vian
Le Vian’s historic journey in fine jewelry is legendary and spans centuries from ancient royalty to today’s red carpet. As one of America’s favorite fine jewelry brands, Le Vian is leading the fine jewelry industry on a path to trendsetting fashion couture stardom with its innovative designs and introductions of deliciously flavored exotic gemstones and diamonds.

Le Vian is a privately held family business driven by its heritage of the guardianship of the royal jewels in 1746 which has resulted in the LeVian family’s deep passion for finding the world’s most beautiful gems, including its exclusive Chocolate Diamonds®, recognized in over 100 countries.  Le Vian is committed to giving back, donating 10% of its profits to charities. Le Vian is a certified member of the Responsible Jewelry Council, dedicated to being a socially and ethically responsible company with third party audits of its supply chain.

Le Vian fine jewelry collections are sold in a network of authorized stores in the US, Canada, Caribbean and the UK. Le Vian also creates thousands of original one of a kind and small limited-edition artistic piece which are sold at thousands of one day Le Vian shows and Pop Up Shops at its authorized retailers.  Every registered Le Vian is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and registration guaranteeing repair or replacement for the life of the registered owner and allows the trade up of a design for the full price paid at one of its shows.

For more information see www.levian.com.

SOURCE Le Vian Corp.

NAVIA ROBINSON

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The talented and beautiful, Navia Robinson is one of the stars of Disney Channel’s hit new series “Raven’s Home.” A spin-off from the hit Disney Channel series “That’s So Raven!” The show follows Raven (Raven Symone) and Chelsea who are now divorced single mothers raising their two separate families in one chaotic, but fun household full of friends. When one of Raven’s kids begins to show signs that they have inherited her trait of seeing into the future, the already hectic household gets turned upside down, keeping even Raven on her toes. On the show Navia plays Raven’s daughter “Nia.” The second season premiere is TBD 2018. The show was recently nominated for 2018 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Children’s Program.

In addition to “Raven’s Home,” Navia has a lead role on the hit Netflix series “Free Rein”. After befriending a mysterious horse during a summer in the English countryside, 15-year-old Zoe finds the strength to deal with issues she faces. On the show Navia plays “Rosie” Zoe’s little sister. The second season is currently airing. The show was recently nominated for 2018 NAACP Image Award (Outstanding Children’s Program) and a 2018 Daytime Emmy Award (Best Children’s Series).

Navia’s television career began by recurring as D’Asia, the young niece to Gabrielle Union’s character, Mary Jane, in the ground-breaking pilot and ongoing subsequent series of BET Network’s “Being Mary Jane”. In early 2016 Nicki Minaj handpicked Navia for her new pilot about her life growing up in Queens entitled “NICKI” which was shot for the Freeform Network formerly known as ABC Family. She’s starring in a new Netflix original coming of age series currently titled “Horse Mystery Project”, which is presently in production in the United Kingdom and due for release in Spring of 2017.

(*photo: Rowan Daly)