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On Monday, The Arthur Miller Foundation hosted their 5th annual Honors event TH event was hosted by “Purlie Victorious” co-stars Leslie Odom Jr. and Kara Young.
Rebecca Miller established the grassroots, non-profit Arthur Miller Foundation in remembrance of her father’s legacy and his education from NYC public schools. AMF helps teachers create sustainable theater programs by providing them with robust, customized resources, training, and certification. This ensures that all public school kids have fair access to high-quality theater instruction.
Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok was honored with the AMF Legacy Award. Majok is best known for her piece “Cost of Living” which explores two relationships between able-bodied and non-abled body people.
Jerre and Mary Joy Stead received the AMF Humanitarian Award for their endless donations to arts education in schools across the country.
New York City public school Theater teacher Talia Jaime was awarded with the AMF Excellence in Arts Education Award for her work at Renaissance High School
Performers of the night included Brian d’Arcy James, Justin David Sullivan, Phillippe Arroyo, Samantha Williams.
A soirée was held this past week at the historic Lotos Club, in honor of author Elizabeth Topp’s (author of Perfectly Impossible) newest book release, City People.
B.I is no stranger to releasing new music, but he returns on November 9th with his latest offering to fans. In this release, he gives fans a glimpse into heartbreak with his album, “Love or Loved Pt 2.” The album includes five tracks that take on the pain of a love in trouble or lost. The album begins with the title track, “Loved,” before venturing into “4 Letters” which features, Filipino-Australian singer and songwriter, James Reid. Then the album journeys into the track, “Alone” which also features singer, TYTAN. Rounding out the album are the last two songs, “S.O.S” and “All shook up” which features Indonesian singer and songwriter, Agnez Mo.
We had the wonderful opportunity of chatting with B.I ahead of this release. During our chat we discussed everything from inspirations to collaborations. He also shared his favorite track off the new album.
Question: What was the genesis or the inspiration for the new album?
B.I: While I’ve consistently delved deeply into the concept of love, this time, I wanted to venture into new genres and experiment with different lyrical tones. Love is an emotion that feels incredibly familiar to all of us, yet I aimed to convey these stories with fresh and unique music and storytelling.
It is my sincere hope that listeners can deeply connect with this portrayal of heartbreak. And by that, I don’t only mean that they relate to the lyrics, but also that they find solace in the melodies.
Question: How would you say this album helped you evolve as an artist? as a music producer? as a musician and creator?
B.I: I can sense personal growth with every studio or single album I produce. So far, I believe my exploration of various musical genres and diverse instrumental arrangements has enriched my work, and I’m very satisfied with the results.
Question: Can you break down each track on the album? Can you explain to me what its vibe is or what people should expect?
B.I: [Loved] has an alluring combination of bass and drum sounds, and its overall mood is cold. The mellow and calm vocals also add to its charm. [4 Letters], on the other hand, resembles an uplifting and bright movie soundtrack, but its lyrics in contrast, evokes a sense of nostalgia. I think that would transport the listeners into a state of reminiscence about a past love. On top of that, having James as a featured artist on the track further heightens great anticipation, I’m sure. [Alone] is a laid-back track with a peaceful rhythm, while it bursts with energy in the rap section. Titan, who featured in the song, delivered the tone I had envisioned. With [S.O.S], I spent a significant amount of time on creating the lyrics. If you pay attention to it, it could really get you thinking deep. [All shook up] is an unfamiliar genre not only for me, but also for listeners in Korea. I’m pleased with my collaboration with Agnez Mo; it’s a fresh combination that elevates the level of completion. The melody is very beautiful, so I wish the listeners a relaxing and easy listening experience.
With the entire album, I put in the effort to explore something new and uncharted. Moreover, I wanted to highlight the charming and surprising collaborations with artists in Asia. The results aligned perfectly with my vision, so I’m eagerly looking forward to sharing them with our fans.
Question: Is there a song off the new album that you feel closest to or love the most?
B.I: I adore each and every song, but if I had to pick a favorite, it would be the title track [Loved]. It has a wonderfully dreamy and sentimental quality. It’s the kind of mood I’ve always wanted to explore, and I’m particularly pleased with how well it came together… It beautifully showcases the essence of the album, I have a deep affection for it, and knowing that it was co-created in collaboration with such an exceptional team of songwriters, makes it even more precious to me.
“Love or Loved Pt 2” is out now and can be found on all streaming platforms.
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SPANX Hosted First Retail Pop-Up at Hudson Yards, More to Come Around the World
The renowned SPANX brand debuted a creative, shoppable art installation that showcased its incredible apparel that women have been wearing since 2000.
No matter your shape or size, SPANX has something for your body and is driven by a commitment to solve common wardrobe problems that we all have, and help women juggle the many roles we take on every day.
SPANX Retail Pop-up at Hudson Yards — Image from BMF
Founded in 2000, the brand has become synonymous with their feminine and redefined apparel, active, and shapewear, and now they are getting creative with pop-up installations. With a wide range of sizes and styles available, SPANX understands the body and has created apparel and activewear designed to effortlessly adapt a woman’s busy lifestyle, ensuring she feels seen, confident, and comfortable—no matter the occasion.
To showcase this, SPANX in partnership with global integrated creative marketing agency BMF, created a retail experience that allowed the public to immerse themselves and shop the expansive line of wardrobe-staple apparel.
SPANX Retail Pop-up at Hudson Yards — Image from BMF
The event took place at Hudson Yards in New York City, followed by a pop-up in Washington DC. The installation will head to Miami on November 11th. Additionally, it will head to London’s upscale department store Selfridges, where shoppers will be able to shop the collection ahead of the holiday season from November 20th – December 22nd and beyond.
SPANX Retail Pop-up at Hudson Yards — Image from BMF
Guests also had the opportunity to engage with Nigerian-Australian artist Nkosi Ndlovu‘s captivating artwork through interactive shopping art installations, while exploring the latest apparel collections from SPANX. Claudia Oshry from GirlWithNoJob was among those who attended the shoppable experiential retail space.
GirlWithNoJob, Claudia Oshry, at SPANX Retail Pop-up at Hudson Yards — Image from BMF
Founded by Sara Blakely, SPANX is a dynamic women’s brand that is now a powerhouse lifestyle brand. SPANX offers both innerwear solutions and figure-flattering outerwear, constantly identifying and solving problems from a women’s point of view. SPANX elevates women through product and empowers them to look and feel their best.