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Chuck D Teams Up with MLB

As the milestone anniversary of Hip Hop is celebrated this week, MLB teams with music legend Chuck D for special content and programming to celebrate the connection and impact of music, culture and baseball.

During Friday’s highly anticipated Hip Hop 50 Live at Yankee Stadium concert, the co-founder of pioneering musical group Public Enemy, will serve as MLB’s special correspondent, capturing the electric atmosphere in exclusive content for MLB’s platforms, including @MLB, @MLBLife social handles, MLB.com, MLB.TV and MLB Network.

Additionally, the acclaimed lyricist, producer and author will collaborate with MLB on content, music and stories throughout the 50^th anniversary year. Programming includes MLB’s social, MLB Network and in-stadium videos focused on the relationship between baseball and Hip Hop culture, and how its evolved through the years.

“As a longtime baseball fanatic, I am beyond honored to be the first Hip Hop artist to work with Major League Baseball in this exciting new way – connecting sound and culture to the stories of the game,” said Chuck D. “Thank you to MLB for adding me to the lineup…and the pitch is on the way.”

MLB launches its yearlong partnership with Mass Appeal’s Hip Hop 50 this Friday, August 11 with Hip Hop 50 Live at Yankee Stadium. The star-studded event is the opening activation to commemorate Hip Hop’s 50^th birthday where it all began, the Bronx. As part of the continued partnership, MLB and its Clubs will create content, merchandise and giveaways to amplify promotions that connect to Hip Hop under this impactful banner through the 2024 season.

In 2013, Public Enemy was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and in 2020, Public Enemy received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the GRAMMYs. In April 2023, Chuck D released his ode to the great American pastime with “We Wreck Stadiums,” a collection of songs that pays homage and salute to some baseball’s greats and the undeniable impact they’ve had on the game and the world. Most recently, he is developer and executive producer of “Fight the Power: How Hip-Hop Changed the World,” Chuck D curated a powerful collection of voices on the evolution of the musical genre and its historical significance. The four-episode series premiered in the US on PBS in 2023.

RUN DMC Kicked Off First Day of Pop-up

RUN DMC, one of the most influential acts in the history of American Hip Hop culture, hosted the first day of their pop-up and art installation experience in partnership with adidas Originals in NYC at Bleecker Trading. In alignment with the kickoff of the pop-up, Mayor Eric Adams proclaimed August 9th as “Run-DMC Day” to honor the achievements and contributions of the group. Coinciding with the group’s August 11th return to headline the Hip-Hop 50 Live Concert, the pop-up gives fans access to merchandise from Barriers Worldwide and the Crate NY in addition to coolers in partnership with Igloo and other RUN DMC novelty merchandise items.

The pop-up is open to the public August 10th thru August 12th from 11am – 7pm with tunes from well-known hip-hop DJ Skratchbastid and appearances from both Rev. Run and DMC. The four (4) day pop-up is produced by Geneius Creative Agency (founded by RUN DMC’s Creative Director Eazuus), and Bravado (Universal Music Group’s industry-leading merchandise and brand management company), whilst fabrication build-out is produced by Native Construx, LLC.

For free hi-res imagery shot by Leo Sorto for Bravado, please click HERE.

For more info please contact bravado@michelemariepr.com.

About Bravado

Bravado lives at the crossroads of music, fashion and culture. We understand the power of smart merchandising, and we know how to create products that spark organic, emotional connections between fans and artists. Our world class capabilities have made us the leading provider of consumer, lifestyle and brand management services around the world. With teams in 40 countries, we create a tailored approach for every project from creating new spaces in the market to bringing an artistߣs creative vision to life. Bravado is about building brands and legacies that live on, beyond the music.

Food, Art and Nature in Zurich

The fall season in Zurich is an ideal time of year to explore the city, thanks to mild temperatures, seasonal specialties, events and festivals. Below are a few of the many unique offerings that visitors can experience this autumn in Zurich.

SEASONAL SPECIALTIES: Zurich’s culinary scene comes alive in autumn with seasonal mushrooms and other specialties such as fondue. The urban forests around the city grow multiple types of mushrooms during the fall, including porcini, puffball and parasol mushrooms. These mushrooms are used in a variety of dishes, including traditional Swiss fondue served at restaurants throughout the city.

EXPLORE THE OUTDOORS: Fall is also the perfect time of year to experience a serene afternoon on Lake Zurich, where travelers can spend the afternoon on a Sauna Boat floating on the water in the middle of the lake. After detoxing in the sauna, guests can cool down by jumping straight into the waters of Lake Zurich, surrounded by incredible views of the city and the Alps. Autumn is also the perfect time of year to explore nature in and around Zurich, which is home to some 70 parks and green spaces, ranging from museum parks to botanical gardens to lakeside promenades. Travelers can also explore the city via an e-bike tour to get a glimpse of some of the cityߣs incredible architecture and public artworks, as well as explore quieter residential areas and the scenic shores of Lake Zurich.

ZURICH DESIGN: Now in its second year, Zurich Design Weeks, Switzerland’s largest design festival, will feature special exhibitions, workshops and talks centered around design in the city. This yearߣs theme is “TRANSITION,” and will welcome the public to studios and shops throughout the city, as well as showcase new works from prominent brands and designers.

FOOD ZURICH: At the annual FOOD ZURICH, foodies can sample the best of Zurichߣs culinary offerings, ranging from traditional Swiss dishes from legendary restaurants to new trends from up-and-coming young chefs. During this 11-day event, more than 100 food-focused events will take place throughout the city, including cooking classes, workshops, tastings and food tours. The 2023 theme is the “Culinary Future,Éd; focusing on health and wellbeing when it comes to cuisine, as well as the environment, sustainable food trends and promoting local cuisine. Events this year include a tour of ethical chocolate factories in Zurich, a cheese-making workshop, and a cooking class on plant-based street food.

DIGITAL ART ZURICH: Now in its fourth year, DIGITAL ART ZURICH will present works from outstanding international artists, focusing on the new, virtual realities of digital media. Taking place at venues throughout the city, the festival will feature exhibitions, panels, talks, workshops, guided tours and more. The goal of the festival is to showcase artistry while encouraging discussions on global social developments and the influence of digitalization on our everyday lives.

MUSIC GROUP TO RELEASE ‘PLANS’

Multi-hyphenate global entertainer Billy Ray Cyrus and critically-acclaimed songstress FIREROSE will unleash their Diane Warren-penned power ballad, “Plans,” on August 11 and premiere it on the Grand Ole Opry that evening,

Pre-save/pre-order“Plans” HERE.

“FIREROSE is one of the best lyricists I know and actually takes great pride in only recording songs that she has written. So when she came to me one day so excited about a song she’d just received from another songwriter, needless to say, I was quite surprised. Then I heard the name of the writer and she played me the demo, and I realized her exuberance was justified. “Plans” is by Diane Warren — one of the most legendary songwriters of our time. When FIREROSE and I collaborate in our diverse musical styles, it makes a unique blend of pop-country. They say the rest is history, but in this case…it’s the future,” Cyrus said.

“It’s very meaningful for me to be singing the powerful love song with Billy. Diane Warren’s unparalleled talent has always inspired me tremendously as a songwriter. When she sent me ‘Plans’ I immediately knew it was made for us,” FIREROSE shared.

“Plans” explores romantic lyrics of love and commitment packed with powerhouse feelings only FIREROSE and Cyrus can emote.

“Billy Ray Cyrus and FIREROSE have made a beautiful record that I have a feeling we will be hearing at weddings for years to come.” Diane Warren shared.

Two-time GRAMMY-winning producer Damon Elliott’ label,
Kind Music Group, will release the single written by GRAMMY, Emmy, two-time Golden Globe winner and 14-time Oscar nominated songwriter Diane Warren. Damon produced the video for “Plans.”

“From the moment I heard FIREROSE and Cyrus vocalize together over the prolific lyric of the incomparable Diane Warren, I knew I had to be part of what is destined to be an instant timeless true love anthem,” Elliott said, CEO of Kind Music Group.

Be sure to follow FIREROSE on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and Spotify. To keep up with Cyrus, follow him on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok and visit billyraycyrus.com.

ABOUT FIREROSE:
Australian-born singer/songwriter FIREROSE has a fuse to captivate and transfix listeners with her distinctive, stylistic voice and stage
presence. FIREROSE is coming off a powerful year with her hit single, !New Day” a genre-crossing collaboration featuring Billy Ray Cyrus. The Sydney- born and raised, Nashville-based artist has always written songs to process her deepest emotions. !I always believed that my purpose on earth was

fulfilled by music,” says FIREROSE, !I write from a place in my soul that”s unexplainable and I”m incredibly grateful for this gift that allows me to touch people so profoundly.” FIREROSE recorded her indie-pop gems !Fragile Handling” and !Way Out” whose music videos each have over 1M views, at

legendary LA studio: The Village. Produced by Pedro Calloni (Mary J. Blige, Maren Morris, GAYLE) and mastered by Grammy winner Joe LaPorta (Shawn Mendes, The Weeknd, Imagine Dragons). !New Day” reached Top 20 on the Billboard AC charts (#19) and Top 40 (#33) Billboard Hot AC charts. An inspiring ethereal soul/pop anthem for our time featuring a chorus with hope and enthusiasm, Rolling Stone called it a !Trippy, atmospheric ballad about revitalization and rebirth.” American Songwriter hailed it as an “uplifting anthem promising the dawning of a better age.” Throughout her

career, FIREROSE has performed regularly at The Viper Room, The Rainbow

Room as well as South by Southwest® (SXSW®), gaining a loyal following of passionate fans. FIREROSE performed live at the Grand Ole Opry and on Live with Kelly and Ryan with Cyrus, and has been featured in media outlets from Rolling Stone, American Songwriter, CNN, iHeartRadio, The Today Show

Australia, and many more. !The most gratifying thing now is hearing directly from fans telling me how my music has helped them. I can”t begin to explain it, but hearing things like this kills me in a beautiful way,” FIREROSE shared.

ABOUT BILLY RAY CYRUS:
Throughout his nearly three-decade career of Billboard chart success that put him in the same company as Carlos Santana and Louis Armstrong, Billy Ray Cyrus has achieved global success as a singer, songwriter, actor, producer and philanthropist. The critically and commercially acclaimed superstar has established himself as a household name across multiple areas of the entertainment landscape, including music, television, theater and more. When one scopes out Cyrus”#trophy case, the awards are represented across all genres: GRAMMY® Awards, Billboard Music Awards, BET Hip Hop Awards, MTV VMA Moonmen, Country Music Association Awards, American Music Awards and Canadian Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences Juno Awards, among many other accolades. In 2021, he celebrated the highest RIAA 14x Diamond-certified song in recorded music history with Lil Nas X on worldwide smash, “Old Town Road (Remix ft. Billy Ray Cyrus.)” When asked about his genre-bending approach to music, Cyrus shared, “My philosophy to making music is no limitations. No rules, no limits, no preconceived notions. Don’t try to think inside the box, just think like there is no box.” The Flatwoods, KY native exploded onto the music scene when his first
album, Some Gave All, debuted on the all-genre Billboard album chart at No. 1 and stayed there for a record-breaking 17 weeks in 1992. The lead single, “Achy Breaky Heart,” became a phenomenon and went multi-platinum. After “Achy Breaky Heart,” Cyrus followed up with back-to-back hits !It Could”ve

Been Me,” “She”s Not Crying Anymore,” “Wher’m I Gonna Live When I Get Home?” and the anthemic !Some Gave All.” Cyrus knocked himself out of the top Billboard position with his second No. 1 album, ‘It Won”t Be The Last,’ featuring smash hits !In the Heart of a Woman,” “Words By Heart” and !Somebody New.” His success continued with dozens more singles that redefined country music. He also enjoyed a successful career as an actor in

the series Doc and Still The King, as well as the hit Disney Channel series Hannah Montana with his daughter Miley.

ABOUT DIANE WARREN:

Diane Warren is one of modern music’s most celebrated songwriters. She is a GRAMMY, Emmy, two-time Golden Globe award winner, 14-time Oscar nominee (including 2023 nomination) and Honorary Oscar recipient. She has written songs for more than 150 motion pictures. She has penned nine #1 and 32 top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, is tied for having written the most #1 songs as a sole writer in Billboard history and was inducted into the Songwriters Hall Of Fame in 2001. She is also the sole owner of her publishing company Realsongs, the most successful female-owned and operated business in the music industry. She is the recipient of a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Some of her recent songs include “Applause” performed by Sofia Cason for the film “Tell It Like a Woman,” “Gonna Be You” performed by Dolly Parton, Belinda Carlisle, Cyndi Lauper, Gloria Estefan

and Debbie Harry from the film “80 For Brady,” “One Step Closer” performed by Leona Lewis from Apple TV+’s new kids and family series “Jane” and “The Fire Inside“ performed by Becky G for the film “Flamin’ Hot.” Warren also worked with Belinda Carlisle for the recently released EP Kismet which includes the song “Big Big Love.”

ABOUT DAMON ELLIOTT

In 2023, Damon Elliott won two GRAMMYs and produced “Applause” which was nominated for an Oscar. He produced the”80 For Brady” song “Gonna Be You,” which featured Dolly Parton, Belinda Carlisle, Cyndi Lauper, Gloria Estefan and Debbie Harry. Damon is producing his mom, Dionne Warwick’s forthcoming gospel album, “Songs Of Inspiration,” being released in the Fall. The first two singles from which are Dionne’s duet with Dolly Parton, “Peace Like A River” that was written by Dolly. The second single is “I Kneel” is a duet between Dionne and Damon. Both singles were produced by Damon who also co-directed both videos. Damon has had a long history of producing mega-stars of all genres including Beyonce and P!NK. He is also a singer, songwriter and composer in a variety of musical genres from hip hop to country.

Viral Flights and Flops of Red Bull

Red Bull announced today the celebrity panel that will judge up to 40 crafts at Red Bull Flugtag Cincinnati at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, Aug. 12 at Sawyer Point Park & Yeatman’s Cove. Teams, comprised of up to five individuals, will launch one-of-a-kind airships off a 27-foot-tall flight deck in front of 30,000 expected spectators. The free event will feature the following panel:

• Chad Johnson, Cincinnati Bengals All-Time Leading Receiver

• Nick Goepper, Three-Time Olympic Skier from Fort Wayne, Indiana

• Jessica Dimon, Cincinnati-Based Drag Queen and Entertainer

• Cale Saurage, TikTok Content Creator

• Chloe Pavlech, Cincinnati native and media personality

These five local and national celebrities will determine the winners of Red Bull Flugtag Cincinnati. They will judge the teams based on the creativity of their craft design, their performance, and the distance of their flight as they compete for exclusive Red Bull experiences and more.

A 5G hybrid mobile network from T-Mobile’s 5G Advanced Network Solutions (ANS) will give viewers tuning into the broadcast an immersive look at all the live action. High-definition drone camera feeds will deliver bird’s-eye views of teams and airships as they take flight, while a 5G POV camera on the water will provide up-close, high-definition views as they land along the Ohio River. Red Bull will also test new anemometers powered by 5G, ensuring staff and participating teams stay informed of wind speed, pressure and direction in real-time.

ESPN2 will broadcast a replay of Red Bull Flugtag Cincinnati on Saturday, Aug. 19 from 6 – 7 p.m. ET.

Outside the home, Red Bull Flugtag will stream live exclusively in restaurants, bars, and other businesses via the Red Bull TV channel on Atmosphere. Atmosphere is the largest streaming TV platform for businesses, available in over 60,000 venues worldwide and reaching over 120 million viewers per month.

In addition, fans can now go to RedBull.com/FlugtagCincinnati to vote for the People’s Choice Award, presented by T-Mobile, given to the favorite craft. The award will be announced at the conclusion of the event.

Cincinnatians will not only be represented by participants but also local businesses onsite at the event.

Cincinnati-based grocer Kroger and family-owned United Dairy Farmers are teaming up with Red Bull Flugtag, among others, and will have special crafts throughout Red Bull Flugtag. United Dairy Farmers will give away its acclaimed ice cream made locally in Cincinnati to all fans in attendance.

Seven collegiate teams will compete in Red Bull Flugtag, thanks in part to Kroger. The grocer supported the college teams with $500 in building materials and a $100 gift card to Kroger to fuel up for the build. The supported teams will feature a Kroger sticker on their craft before they take flight.

Named after the German word for ‘flying day’, Red Bull Flugtag has pushed people’s creativity to the limit for over 30 years. The legendary Red Bull event has been held almost every year in over 50 countries and hosted nine million spectators worldwide. Over the years, Flugtag has seen winning crafts such as Snoop’s Dogg House (San Francisco, 2003),Greased Lightning (Portland, Oregon, 2008) and Flight at the Roxbury (Pittsburgh, 2017). The World Record for the longest flight currently sits at 258 feet set by The Chicken Whisperers in Long Beach, CA in 2013.

Make sure to follow @RedBullUSA on Instagram and TikTok to stay up to date on the latest Red Bull Flugtag information.

STORMBREAKERS SOAR ALONGSIDE CAPTAIN AMERICA

Next month kicks off a new era for Marvel’s Sentinel of Liberty in CAPTAIN AMERICA #1! Acclaimed writer and filmmaker J. Michael Stracyznski and superstar artist Jesús Saiz’s CAPTAIN AMERICA #1 launch a saga that spans Steve Rogers’ entire history as an evil that took root in his youth reemerges to threaten his future! To celebrate the new launch, the 2023 class of Marvel’s Stormbreakers have depicted Cap jumping into action alongside his fellow heroes in the latest monthly Stormbreakers variant cover program. Warming up for his new adventures with a wide range of heroes including Blade, Ironheart, Moon Knight, and more, these star-spangled team-ups will grace stands throughout September.

Each month, Marvel’s Stormbreakers bring their incredible talents to your favorite comic series and characters and flex their skills with exciting themed variant cover collections. The current group of artists includes Elena Casagrande, Nic Klein, Jan Bazaldua, Chris Allen, Martin Coccolo, Lucas Werneck, Federico Vicentini and C.F. Villa. Each of these artists embody the raw talent and creative potential to shatter the limits of visual storytelling in comics today! As the next evolution of the groundbreaking Marvel’s Young Guns program, Marvel’s Stormbreakers continues the tradition of spotlighting and elevating these powerful artists to showcase their abilities, artwork and prominence in the world of comic books.

Check out all eight covers now and pick them up at your local comic shop this September! For more information, visit Marvel.com.

Social Media’s Cultural Influence

In the age of technology and interconnectedness, social media has emerged as a dominant force shaping popular culture. Platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat have transformed the way we interact, communicate, use TikTok followers booster and consume information. With billions of active users worldwide, social media has become a powerful tool for spreading trends, ideas, and content, leading to the rapid rise and fall of viral sensations. This article explores how social media influences and shapes popular culture, revolutionizing the way we perceive, create, and engage with trends.

The Speed of Virality

In the pre-social media era, it took considerable time for trends to gain traction and become part of the mainstream. With social media, however, this process has accelerated dramatically. The sharing and resharing of content on platforms like Twitter and Instagram can lead to an exponential spread, reaching millions of people within hours or even minutes. Viral trends now have the potential to go global in an instant, breaking down geographical barriers and uniting people from different corners of the world under a common interest.

The Power of Influencers

Social media influencers, individuals with a substantial following and the ability to sway public opinion, play a significant role in shaping viral trends. Influencers have become modern-day celebrities, with their curated online personas and relatable content attracting millions of devoted followers. When an influencer endorses a product, embraces a new fashion style, or supports a cause, their followers tend to follow suit, making the trend go viral. This phenomenon is a testament to the immense impact that influencers have on shaping popular culture.

Fleeting Fads vs. Lasting Change

One aspect of viral trends on social media is their fleeting nature. What is trending today may be forgotten tomorrow as new content inundated users’ feeds. This rapid cycle of trends can make popular culture feel shallow and disposable. However, some trends have the potential to create lasting change. Social media has proven to be a powerful platform for social and political movements, allowing people to organize, spread awareness, and demand change. The #MeToo movement and the fight against climate change are just a couple of examples of how social media can foster lasting cultural change.

Globalization of Trends

Social media has transcended physical borders, enabling trends to leap from one country to another effortlessly. A dance challenge born in Brazil can find its way to Japan and the United States, connecting people worldwide through shared experiences. This globalization of trends has brought cultures closer together, promoting understanding and appreciation for diverse customs and traditions.

The Dark Side of Viral Trends

While social media has undeniably transformed popular culture, it is not without its downsides. Some viral trends can be harmful or misleading. The rise of fake news and misinformation can lead to negative consequences, affecting public perception, politics, and even public health. Additionally, social media trends may promote unhealthy behavior or unrealistic body standards, impacting users’ self-esteem and mental health.

Conclusion

Social media’s impact on popular culture is profound, shaping the way we perceive trends, ideas, and the world around us. The rapid spread of viral content, the influence of social media influencers, and the globalization of trends have all contributed to this transformation. As social media continues to evolve, it is essential to be mindful of its potential both as a force for positive change and as a platform that requires responsible use. By understanding the dynamics of viral trends and their effects, we can harness the power of social media to shape a more inclusive, informed, and vibrant popular culture.

Gucci Changemakers

Gucci announced the fourth round of recipients for its Gucci North America Changemakers Impact Fund and Scholars Program to twelve inspiring organizations and twelve dynamic scholars imagining and designing the future to create positive change.

Gucci launched Gucci Changemakers North America in 2019 as part of its vision to empower solutions for a better future through creativity and impact. Gucci remains committed in its pledge to bring meaningful change to the fashion industry, inside and out, by uplifting and supporting its future leaders and non-profit organizations.

Since its founding, more than 2,100 organizations and 4,000 students have applied to the program—with Gucci awarding over 50 non-profit organizations with grants and over 70 students with scholarships for a total of over $5.5 million dollars invested. The Changemakers community continues to grow, allowing non-profit organizations to make grassroots impact within their communities and offering students the opportunity to pursue their unique path within the design and fashion industries. As Gucci North America Changemakers approaches its fifth anniversary in 2024, its continued mission of advancing creative opportunities will be expanded to broaden its reach and engagement for the years to come.

Gucci Changemakers North America is pleased to present the 2023 North America Awardees:

GUCCI NORTH AMERICA IMPACT FUND

The twelve awarded non-profit recipients will each receive a one-year grant for $50,000, which can be used to create new programs or scale existing initiatives. The newest cohort of grantees represent the inspirational work of organizations across arts and culture, education, social justice and equity, and health equity and wellness. Some of their grant projects include mindfulness programming and yoga for BIPOC men and youth in Chicago, a poetry convening and programming for Detroit area youth, emerging artists fellowships for Black transgender creatives in New York, youth development programming for at-risk youth in Philadelphia, and support for Canada’s largest Indigenous youth performance in Toronto.

The list of the twelve grantees is as follows:

Black Girl Environmentalist, Washington D.C.
Humbl Hustlr, Atlanta, GA
InsideOut Literary Arts, Detroit, MI
United We Dream, Houston, TX
Marsha P. Johnson Institute, New York, NY
Mighty Writers, Philadelphia, PA
Outside Looking In, Toronto, ON, Canada

Ruth’s Table, San Francisco, CA
Son of a Saint, New Orleans, LA
The Fund for Women’s Equality, Los Angeles, CA
The Healing, Chicago, IL
Zero Hour, Miami, FL

GUCCI NORTH AMERICA SCHOLARSHIP FUND

The twelve scholarship recipients will each receive an academic scholarship for up to $20,000. This talented group of scholars come from diverse backgrounds and are pursuing various careers within fashion and design at undergraduate colleges and universities.

The twelve talented and deserving recipients of this year’s 2023 Gucci North America Changemakers Scholarship program is as follows:

Cleo Williams, George Brown College
DaNae Harrison, Spelman College
- Elizabeth Lawson, The Savannah College of Art and Design
- India Williams, Kent State University
- Isabella Hanson, Cornell University
- Jamesly Saint Louis, Rhode Island School of Design
- John Davillier, University of Southern California
- MaiTae Preece, Otis College of Art & Design
- Maya Silva, California College of the Arts
- Miles Richards, College of Creative Studies
- Nikol Rafailova, Fashion Institute of Technology
- Rafael Diaz, School of the Art Institute of Chicago

Gucci Changemakers North America will celebrate the future of creating lasting, positive impact with its Changemakers community later this fall and announce the next chapter of applications and new programs for its fifth anniversary later this year. For more information about the Gucci Changemakers applications and eligibility requirements, please click here or call 1-877- 482-2430

Become a Gucci Changemaker! #GucciChangemakers

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LATIN AND LATINX HEROES SHARE THEIR POWER

From Spider-Man to America Chavez, Latin and Latinx super heroes make the Marvel Universe a richer place each and every month! This October, Marvel Comics is proud to honor Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month by spotlighting some its newer and fan-favorite Latin and Latinx characters.

In the same spirit as Marvel’s Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander History Month celebration this past May, select issues in October will feature stunning variant covers depicting Latin and Latinx heroes. Within the pages of those very issues, those characters will team up with the titular stars in all-new bonus adventures! This year’s Comunidades Variant Covers will be drawn by acclaimed artist Ernanda Souza, and the stories will be told by a diverse lineup of Latin and Latinx creators, each one bringing their unique background, experience, and voice to Marvel Comics storytelling!

Hailing from all corners of the Marvel mythos, this year’s spotlight characters feature Firebird, Shark-Girl, Power Man (Victor Alvarez), and Eva Quintero of Strange Academy. Not only are these stories perfect for introducing or reintroducing these beloved characters to readers, but they’ll also position them for their own bright futures! Here’s what fans can expect:

· Eva Quintero “borrows” a book from the Scarlet Witch’s private collection and gets more than she bargained for when the book sucks her into a demonic realm! With the help of her Strange Academy teacher, Wanda Maximoff, Eva must find a way to escape before she’s trapped between the pages forever!

· Firebird brings her fiery passion to Earth’s Mightiest Heroes once more in an adventure by writer Kalinda Vasquez and artist Alba Glez. Alongside Captain Marvel and Captain America, Firebird is called upon by the Avengers to investigate a mystery in the desert. Their quest will lead them straight to an all-new character with secrets to reveal deep within… Roswell, New Mexico!

· Power Man on an exciting new journey. But first, he’ll have to survive a battle with the strongest there is! Chasing down a threat, Power Man winds up locked in a brawl with the Incredible Hulk!

· Marvel’s Voices: X-Men, writing duo Raphael Draccon and Carolina Munhóz will join artist Marcelo Costa to bring together Shark-Girl and Sunspot! The two mutants team up for the very first time as they return to their home nation of Brazil to investigate mysterious disappearances of local fisherman—but when their investigation leads them to “Ilha da Queimada Grande”, they find themselves in a showdown with King Cobra! Together, Shark-Girl and Sunspot have to act fast to stop King Cobra’s nefarious plans—and try not to fall victim to the local fauna in the process!

Check out the first COMUNIDADES VARIANT COVER and stay tuned for more to be revealed in the weeks ahead. And celebrate Marvel’s Latin and Latinx heroes and creators this October! For more information, visit Marvel.com.