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Cowboy Bebop LIVE Performed by Bebop Bounty Big Band
Prepare to blast off into the cosmos with Cowboy Bebop LIVE, an electrifying tour performed by the sensational Bebop Bounty Big Band. This one-of-a-kind multimedia experience celebrates the iconic anime series Cowboy Bebop by bringing its legendary soundtrack to life in a way that fans have never seen before.
Cowboy Bebop LIVE is more than just a concert, it’s an immersive experience that combines high-octane jazz with the gripping narrative of Cowboy Bebop projected on the big screen. Audiences will be transported through the solar system alongside Spike, Jet, Faye, Ed, and Ein as they track down intergalactic fugitives, and make a living in the vastness of space. The band’s 14-piece ensemble brings to life the critically acclaimed soundtrack that has captured the hearts of anime fans and jazz lovers alike.
The Bebop Bounty Big Band, comprised of world-class musicians, is here to take audiences on a journey through the stars. Handpicked by Cowboy Bebop LIVE curator and band leader, Corey Paul, each musician plays a pivotal role in recreating the magic of Cowboy Bebop’s unforgettable soundscape. Paul commented, “I’m truly honored to have put this live show together and perform the genius score of Yoko Kanno and the Seatbelts, along with the genius storytelling of Watanabe’s Cowboy Bebop.”
Don’t miss your chance to witness Cowboy Bebop LIVE as it hits the road for an exclusive series of performances across the United States. General Onsale Begins Friday, August 16 at 10am local on CowboyBebopLive.com
TOUR DATES:
Tue Oct 15 | Chicago, IL | Anthenaeum Center
Thu Oct 17 | Pittsburgh, PA | Roxian Theatre
Fri Oct 18 | Indianapolis, IN | Egyptian Room at Old National Centre
Sat Oct 19 | Grand Rapids, MI | GLC Live at 20 Monroe
Sun Oct 20 | Detroit, MI | The Fillmore Detroit
Tue Oct 22 | Columbus, OH | The Bluestone
Wed Oct 23 | Cincinnati, OH | Bogart’s
Thu Oct 24 | Cleveland, OH | House of Blues
Fri Oct 25 | Louisville, KY | Mercury Ballroom
Sun Oct 27 | Madison, WI | Barrymore Theatre
Tue Oct 29 | Minneapolis, MN | Varsity Theater
Wed Oct 30 | Omaha, NE | Steelhouse Omaha
Thu Oct 31 | St Louis, MO | The Pageant
Fri Nov 01 | Des Moines, IA | Val Air Ballroom
Sun Nov 03 | Wichita, KS | The Cotillion
Wed Nov 06 | Fort Collins, CO | Aggie Theatre
Thu Nov 07 | Boulder, CO | Boulder Theatre
Sat Nov 09 | Albuquerque, NM | Revel Entertainment Center
Tue Nov 12 | Phoenix, AZ | The Van Buren
Wed Nov 13 | Tucson, AZ | Rialto Theatre
Thu Nov 14 | Riverside, CA | Fox Performing Arts Center
Fri Nov 15 | El Cajon, CA | The Magnolia
Sun Nov 17 | Los Angeles, CA | The Belasco
Fri Dec 06 | Durham, NC | Carolina Theatre
Sat Dec 07 | Atlanta, GA | Variety Playhouse
Julian Lennon Releases Reimagined Version of “I Should Have Known”
Julian Lennon, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, releases a reimagined version of his fan favorite, “I Should Have Known,” now available to stream on Apple Music, Spotify and YouTube. This track emerges from the perspective of an artist whose dreams of life and love are darkened by those in whom he sincerely trusted.
Mixed by acclaimed engineer and producer Mark “Spike” Stent, the track features an introspective Lennon, expressing the bitter taste of betrayal, as experienced throughout his life, in love and business. The strength in Lennon’s voice on the updated track communicates his resilience despite such heartbreaks. The intricate musical accompaniment further demonstrates his enduring gift for arrangement.
“The reason I decided to re-release and remix ‘I Should Have Known’ is because it was always a favourite of mine,” says Lennon. “I loved the way the new album [‘Jude’] sounded in particular. (…) I thought maybe Mark ‘Spike’ Stent will remix this for me and give it a new life. I want it to breathe life into the world again.”
Alongside the release, Lennon appears in a music video for the first time in over a decade for an original song, under the direction of Anna Makovchik, capturing his soul’s journey in a calm and peaceful environment. The visual representation reveals the profound essence of “I Should Have Known,” showcasing a poignant journey of self-discovery and emotional growth.
Born in Liverpool, England, Julian Lennon began his artistic trajectory at a young age with an inherent gift for playing musical instruments. Those abilities would soon broaden into the cinematic and visual arts. As an observer of life in all its forms, Julian developed his personal expression through such mediums as music, documentary filmmaking, philanthropy and fine art photography.
Julian’s musical melding of uplifting introspection and thoughtful social commentary with refined hooks has made for a compelling seven-album body of work. His debut, Valotte (Atlantic), yielded two top ten hits—the title track and “Too Late for Goodbyes”—he was also nominated for a Grammy for Best New Artist. He went on to have #1 singles on the U.S. album rock charts. Internationally, one of his most popular songs, “Saltwater” charted successfully around the world, topping in Australia for four weeks and reaching #6 in the U.K. In 2022, he returned with the critically acclaimed album, Jude (BMG), his first commercial release in over a decade.
Gap Launches Fall ‘Get Loose’ Campaign Starring Global Pop Star Troye Sivan
Gap debuts its Fall 2024 campaign, featuring dancers and artists showcasing the brand’s fall denim collection as a canvas for creativity. The campaign champions originality through fashion, music, and dance.
The campaign, titled “Get loose,” stars GRAMMY®-nominated global pop star Troye Sivan and the dance group CDK Company, with direction and choreography by Sergio Reis. Set to Thundercat’s viral hit “Funny Thing,” the film, shot by Dan Martensen, reunites Sivan and Reis and features original choreography showcasing dancers in baggy and loose fit denim, inspiring free movement and personal style.
“This fall, we are celebrating Gap’s 55-year heritage in denim with a collection of loose styles that allow for self-expression,” said Mark Breitbard, President and CEO, Gap. “Our new campaign featuring Troye Sivan perfectly captures the spirit of this moment with an attitude that showcases the movement of our denim and delivers fashion as entertainment.”
Gap’s fall denim collection offers endless opportunities for self-expression. The cast of performers showcase the versatility of Gap’s new denim assortment, styled in head–to-toe looks that celebrate both a fit and “get loose” mindset:
- Troye Sivan wears the Men’s Baggy Jean in rigid dark wash denim with the Supima Relaxed Tee in white. Sivan also wears the ’90s Loose Cargo Jean in brown styled with the Heavyweight Zip Hoodie and Corduroy Jacket in his second look.
- The cast of dancers wear a range of Gap’s new fall denim in seasonal washes and fits. Key styles include the women’s Baggy, Extra Baggy, and Horseshoe Jeans, plus men’s ’90s Loose Jean, Baggy Jean, and Denim Cargos paired with classic tees, shirting, and utility pieces.
Born in South Africa and raised in Australia, Sivan is known not only for his unique sound, blending electro pop and smooth melodies, but also for his distinct style that perfectly reflects his personality and art. With a combined social following of over 39 million, he has quickly become one of the most celebrated artists in recent pop culture and has built a captivated international fanbase that has followed him along his journey from actor to vlogger to award-winning musician.
“Being part of the Gap campaign and wearing their denim feels like a perfect fit. Dance has become a staple in my life, giving me confidence and a sense of timeless cool,” said Troye Sivan. “I’m honored to be part of something that embodies such effortless style and self-expression.”
Gap’s Fall 2024 campaign launches across digital and print media, out-of-home, video, social and Gap brand channels today, August 21, with the fall denim collection available to shop in stores and online now. Gap will also collaborate with Troye Sivan to create an in-store playlist, which will also be available on Spotify. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to inspire and empower individuals to express their own originality. Follow @gap to learn more.
Marty Stuart’s Extensive Collection of Country Music Artifacts Joins the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s Permanent Collection
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum celebrated the addition of the Marty Stuart Collection to the museum’s permanent holdings. Stuart’s collection of more than 22,000 items is the largest private assemblage of country music artifacts in the world, joining the world’s largest public collection held by the museum.
The acquisition was made possible through the generosity of Stuart, along with a lead preservation gift from the Willard & Pat Walker Charitable Foundation and major additional support from Loretta and Jeff Clarke. The nonprofit museum now owns the collection, holding it in the public trust and providing the highest level of artifact care and collection management.
The Marty Stuart Collection spans over a century of country music history and includes more than 1,000 stage wear and clothing items, 100 instruments, 50 original song manuscripts and more. Items in the collection include significant artifacts from Country Music Hall of Fame members Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline, Merle Haggard, George Jones, Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Elvis Presley, Charley Pride, Jimmie Rodgers, Hank Williams and many others. Additionally, Stuart’s collection includes items from his own Country Music Hall of Fame career, including his expansive collection of photographs taken by Stuart himself, which have been exhibited at museums and published in books.
The momentous occasion was celebrated during a special ceremony in the museum’s Ford Theater illuminating Stuart’s passion for country music and its preservation. The event featured several performances with historic instruments from Stuart’s collection:
- Country music trio Chapel Hart performed “Will the Circle Be Unbroken,” with recording artist and songwriter Charlie Worsham playing a 1970 Fender Telecaster once owned by Pops Staples, the patriarch and a member of gospel and R&B group the Staple Singers, who recorded the song.
- Country Music Hall of Fame member Vince Gill performed “Marty & Me,” a newly written song by Gill and Stuart. Gill played George Jones’ 1958 Martin D-28 guitar, customized with unique, mother-of-pearl inlays and Jones’ name on the fingerboard.
- Grammy-winning artist Chris Stapleton performed “Why Me Lord,” which was recorded by Johnny Cash and written and previously recorded by Kris Kristofferson. Stapleton played Cash’s Martin D-45 acoustic guitar, which also belonged to Hank Williams.
- Marty Stuart closed the ceremony with a performance of Flatt & Scruggs’ “Don’t Let Your Deal Go Down,” with Shawn Camp playing Lester Flatt’s Martin D-28 guitar from the museum’s permanent collection.
The backing band for the event included members of the Earls of Leicester and consisted of Mike Bub (bass), Shawn Camp (acoustic guitar), Charlie Cushman (banjo), Jimmy Stewart (dobro), Johnny Warren (fiddle) and Jeff White (mandolin).
Kyle Young, CEO of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, provided remarks throughout the event. He opened the ceremony by reading from an essay 11-year-old Stuart wrote for a school assignment about his future goals: “A musician is what I have been wanting to be. That is my true goal for life, and I hope to accomplish this goal and do it well because music will be my love forever,” Stuart wrote.
“Marty Stuart has fulfilled those childhood dreams many times over. Today, he is making our dreams come true, with the crucial help of two key donors,” said Young. “We’re incredibly grateful for Marty’s philanthropy — and a lead gift from the Willard & Pat Walker Charitable Foundation with major support from Loretta and Jeff Clarke — for enabling the museum to safeguard and share this historic collection in perpetuity. We’re here to celebrate this remarkable addition to our collection, revel in Marty’s extraordinary foresight and collecting skill, and rejoice in a new chapter for this museum.”
Many items from the Marty Stuart Collection will be on display as part of the museum’s permanent exhibition, Sing Me Back Home: Folk Roots to the Present, which takes visitors chronologically through the history of country music. Artifacts on display rotate often and Stuart’s collection will play a key role in the exhibit’s narrative and the museum’s educational mission.
As part of the acquisition agreement, the museum has entered a longstanding collaboration with Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music in his hometown of Philadelphia, Mississippi, where it will exhibit items from the Marty Stuart Collection at its forthcoming museum. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum will loan additional artifacts from its own permanent collection for display, as well as provide preservation, education and administrative consultation and support to the Congress.
“This is a top of the world moment for me,” said Marty Stuart. “To have my collection live alongside the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s is monumental, to be a part of a ceremony and witness the Congress of Country Music and its people formally welcomed into the family of country music is a spiritual high. And, to share such a gathering with family and friends from both Nashville, as well as Mississippi, is just the best. Such a day only comes along once in a lifetime.”
During the ceremony, Stuart formally presented his childhood essay to the museum.
Mandy Macke, executive director of the Willard and Pat Walker Charitable Foundation, also spoke at the event about the importance of the collection and its preservation.
“The Walker Foundation is deeply honored to play a role in making this dream a reality,” said Macke. “The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is the ideal steward of this precious collection. Not only will it extend the highest level of care to each individual artifact, but it will also share and showcase the collection’s spirit with the world.”
The donation ceremony will be available to watch today on the museum’s YouTube channel.
Sphere Entertainment Unveils “V-U2”: A Groundbreaking Immersive Concert Film Showcasing U2’s Historic Sphere Run
Sphere Entertainment Co. announced today a one-of-a-kind cinematic experience to be shown exclusively at Sphere. V-U2 An Immersive Concert Film at Sphere Las Vegas, directed by Morleigh Steinberg and The Edge, showcases the history-making and future-defining U2:UV show directed by Willie Williams that played to over 700,000 fans from 100+ countries across 40 sold-out dates from September 2023 through March 2024. V-U2 is the first film ever to be shot entirely with Big Sky, the groundbreaking ultra-high-resolution camera system developed by Sphere Entertainment. V-U2 does not just capture U2’s epic run at Sphere, it allows audiences to feel like they are at the live shows.
V-U2 is a Sphere Experience, Sphere’s signature original content category. To create this larger-than-life concert film, a number of Big Sky cameras captured the band at extraordinary scale, sharpness, and clarity. V-U2 employs Sphere’s immersive technologies including the 160,000 sq. ft. display plane, which at 16k x 16k resolution is the world’s highest-resolution LED screen; Sphere Immersive Sound, powered by HOLOPLOT, which provides crystal-clear sound to every seat in Sphere; and haptic seats, which use vibrations so guests can ‘feel’ the experience. All of these technologies, which were used to great effect in ‘U2:UV Achtung Baby Live at Sphere,’ will be leveraged in this Sphere Experience in new and different ways to reinforce the feeling of ‘being there’.
Launching a venue like Sphere challenged the band to create a once-in-a-lifetime audio/visual concert experience and the same standards were upheld for the film. Co-directors The Edge and Morleigh Steinberg spoke about the filmmaking process:
“The goal was to give the immersive movie goers as close to the live U2:UV concert experience as possible — and then some. I’ve never seen a U2 show. I’m so relieved I caught a great one,” said The Edge.
“We knew all the tremendous capabilities of the technology, but we didn’t know what to expect from the process of making this film. The work became a true collaboration between band, artists, producers, and technology teams. The end result is a cinematic experience that transports viewers into the energy and beauty of the live show,” said Morleigh Steinberg.
“V-U2 is a first-of-its-kind immersive film that will transport audiences back to U2’s groundbreaking live Sphere shows and make them feel like they are there,” said Josephine Vaccarello, Executive Vice President, Live, MSG Entertainment, who oversees live bookings for Sphere. “This concert film was created specifically for Sphere, and will utilize the venue’s technologies to create an experience that is only possible at this next-generation entertainment medium.”
V-U2 immortalizes the acclaimed ‘U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere’ show directed by Willie Williams. The film of the show was directed by The Edge and Morleigh Steinberg and was produced by The Edge, Bono and Adam Clayton, along with producer Alan Moloney, in a unique collaboration with Sphere Entertainment. Stefaan “Smasher” Desmedt, video director of the original show, also served as Associate Director of the film. Music production was by Jacknife Lee and Joe O’Herlihy, the band’s longtime director of sound. Sphere Studios’ Andrew Shulkind served as Director of Photography and the film was edited by the Studios’ Robert Rivers Malina. U2’s management is led by Irving and Jeffrey Azoff, both Executive Producers of the film. Jim Dolan is Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Sphere Entertainment; Jennifer Koester serves as Sphere’s President and Chief Operating Officer; Carolyn Blackwood is Head of Sphere Studios; and Josephine Vaccarello is Executive Vice President, Live for MSG Entertainment’s Live division, and oversees live bookings for Sphere.
A global news event which saw the world’s biggest rock band open the world’s most state-of-the-art venue, ‘U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere’ quickly became a pop culture moment and a must-see for music lovers everywhere. The show’s stunning visuals and live music performance, combined with the venue’s immersive technology elements, including the world’s most advanced audio system, became an instant social media sensation as hundreds of thousands of fans shared their U2:UV experience across multiple platforms generating billions of impressions, making U2:UV a truly global phenomenon. One of the band’s most ambitious creative projects to date, it saw them work once again with longtime creative collaborator and show director Willie Williams, artists including Es Devlin, John Gerrard and Marco Brambilla, and longtime partner and producer Brian Eno.
Acknowledged as the most innovative live act in the world, U2 have always – since their earliest days, including the industry-defining ZOO TV Tour which broke the mold in 1992 – consistently pushed the boundaries of live performance, with ground-breaking stage shows that embrace the latest in technology and innovation. ‘U2:UV Achtung Baby Live At Sphere’ saw the band blaze a trail yet again, with fans, press and industry leaders hailing the run, and the venue, as the future of live entertainment.
V-U2 will open at Sphere on Thursday, September 5, 2024. U2.com subscribers have first access to presale tickets from Thursday, August 22 at 10:00AM PT through Friday, August 23 at 9:00AM PT via Ticketmaster.com. Sphere will also offer an exclusive presale to its Inner Circle subscribers from Thursday, August 22 at Noon PT through Friday, August 23 at 9:00AM PT via Ticketmaster.com. Join Sphere’s Inner Circle by clicking here. Tickets will be available for purchase by the general public beginning on Friday, August 23 at 10:00AM PT via Ticketmaster.com. Tickets start at $100 and will reflect all-in pricing. This means the ticket price listed is the full out-of-pocket price inclusive of taxes and fees.
7-Eleven, Inc. and Green Day Announce Launch of Exclusive Anniversary Blend of Band’s Punk Bunny Coffee to Celebrate 60 Years of 7-Eleven’s To-Go Coffee
America’s daily coffee routine is about to get rocked. On August 28, 7-Eleven, Inc. will debut an exclusive Anniversary Blend of Green Day’s coffee brand, Punk Bunny Coffee, at 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes stores nationwide for a limited time. This epic collaboration was brewed up to commemorate the 60th anniversary of 7-Eleven originating the idea of freshly brewed coffee in to-go cups and the 30th anniversary of Green Day’s breakout album.
To celebrate the launch, 7-Eleven and Punk Bunny are offering the chance to win big by honoring the tradition of Green Day fans solidifying their fandom in ink – with a twist. On August 28 starting at 8:00 a.m. ET, the first 50 fans to show up at 7-Eleven at 800 6th Ave in New York City and get inked with a custom 7-Eleven x Punk Bunny tattoo will receive free 7-Eleven coffee for 711 days.* The unique, semi-permanent tattoo is designed by Lady Cobra, a fellow Bay Area native and tattoo artist who will be on-site at the event inking some fans herself.
“This year, we celebrate the 60th anniversary of 7-Eleven as the first national retailer to offer freshly brewed coffee in to-go cups, making us the OG To-Go coffee destination,” said Dennis Phelps, Senior Vice President, Merchandising (Vault & Proprietary Beverages) at 7-Eleven. “What better way to celebrate than by teaming up with Punk Bunny to bring new and exclusive coffee options to our customers and offering a one-of-a-kind coffee experience?”
The Punk Bunny Coffee Anniversary Blend is the perfect way to start the day off with a bang, featuring hints of citrus to awaken the senses along with undertones of rich stone fruit. The warm cocoa with a gentle hint of spice finish creates a multi-layered coffee experience. In addition to the exclusive Anniversary Blend roast, Punk Bunny is bringing Fair Trade Certified coffee to 7-Eleven with bagged blends and K-Cups of the Sound Check and Last Ride In roasts, available in stores. Fans across the country can score a limited-edition Punk Bunny-inspired collectible refill mug in 7-Eleven and Speedway stores while supplies last.
“When we first came together as a band back in high school, the 7-Eleven in our hometown was our go-to spot,” said Billie Joe Armstrong, frontman of Green Day. “As we celebrate the anniversaries of two of our biggest albums, it’s a full circle moment to have our coffee company Punk Bunny available at 7-Eleven stores.”
Not in New York City, but still want to show your fandom? Punk Bunny Coffee has teamed up with 7-Eleven’s online merch shop, 7Collection™ to create a capsule of limited-time merch to celebrate the collaboration. The capsule includes co-branded tees, totes and stickers.
“As a Green Day fan myself, I am particularly excited to share this collaboration with our customers,” said Marissa Jarratt, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing and Sustainability Officer. “The addition of Punk Bunny to the 7-Eleven coffee lineup continues our commitment to bring new, exclusive items to stores. Together with Punk Bunny, we hope to excite coffee and music fans everywhere and celebrate 60 years of our to-go coffee.”
*Tattoos are only available to the first Fifty (50) Participants. First come, first served. Void where prohibited. Open to legal residents of the 50 US & DC, 21 & older and present in New York City, NY on 8/28/24. Begins 8:00 AM ET on 8/28/24 and ends 4:00 PM ET on 8/28/24. Visit rules.dja.com/punkbunny7eleven for full T&C’s.
H2O Audio Launches TRI 2 Multi-Sport Series: The Most Advanced Bone Conduction Waterproof Headphones to Date
– H2O Audio, the leader in waterproof audio technology, proudly announces its latest innovation, the TRI 2 Multi-Sport Series. Building on over two decades of pioneering technology, these headphones set a new standard in bone conduction audio and represent the pinnacle of H2O Audio’s innovations.
Available in two models—TRI 2 and TRI 2 PRO—the series features a new proprietary bone conduction acoustics design that exceeds anything on the market today, extended battery life, and a lightweight, soft silicone finish. Designed with input from athletes and customers, the headphones also feature improved button placement among other advancements.
The TRI 2 PRO includes H2O Audio’s patent-pending PLAYLIST+ technology—an industry first—allowing users to download and store streaming music directly onto their headphones for offline play, even underwater.
The TRI 2 Multi-Sport Series is available starting today on H2O Audio’s website and will be at Best Buy and Amazon in September. The TRI 2 is priced at $179.99 and the TRI 2 PRO at $199.99. Both models come with a protective carrying case.
Key Features:
- Exceptional Sound: New bone conduction acoustics design that provides outstanding audio while keeping users aware of their surroundings.
- Beyond Waterproof: Submersible up to 12 feet (3.6 meters), surpassing IPX8 standards.
- High Quality Finish and Easy Operation: Lightweight, soft silicone offers ultimate comfort with an almost imperceptible feel.
- User-Friendly Controls: Improved button placement for seamless operation.
- PLAYLIST+ Customization: Capture and store live-streaming audio from any app with the TRI 2 PRO. Advanced technology creates a copy of the streaming audio, converts it into an MP3 file and stores it directly on the TRI 2 PRO’s internal memory. The free H2O Audio App manages audio files and streamlines the loading process.
- Extended Battery Life: Up to 9 hours of playtime—50% more than previous models.
- Extended Memory: 8 GB of memory to store up to 2,000 songs or 130 hours of music. Supports M4A, MP3, WMA, FLAC, and APE formats.
- Bluetooth & Waterproof Microphone: Seamlessly switch to Bluetooth V5.3 and live stream for running or above water workouts with the new waterproof microphone.
- Go Beyond Warranty: 1+1-year warranty when registered on H2O Audio’s website, covering defects in materials or workmanship.
- Real Customer Support: High-quality, real-person customer service.
“The TRI 2 Multi-Sport Series is the most advanced bone conduction headphones we have ever made,” said Kristian Rauhala, CEO of H2O Audio. “The TRI 2 and TRI 2 PRO exemplify our relentless pursuit of innovation, providing athletes with an unparalleled audio experience that inspires them to push their boundaries, whether underwater, on the trail, and beyond.”
Fender and Multi-Award-Winning Artist, Finneas, Unveil First Signature Acoustasonic, Reflecting Genre-Defying Styles
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation today announces the launch of the FINNEAS Acoustasonic Player Telecaster and Limited Edition FINNEAS Acoustasonic Telecaster, signature guitars crafted in collaboration with Multi-Academy and GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer and composer, FINNEAS. Renowned for his innovative approach to production and songwriting, FINNEAS has made a significant impact on the modern music landscape, shaping the sounds of a new generation. These one-of-a-kind instruments, designed to mirror FINNEAS’s versatile style and expressive artistic vision, offer musicians an inspiring tool for creating new sonic expressions, embodying the same creativity and boundary-pushing spirit that FINNEAS brings to his work.
Having picked up his first guitar at the age of 12, FINNEAS’ guitar-playing journey has been a key element in his career. Known for his ability to seamlessly blend acoustic and electronic elements, his music resonates with authenticity and emotional depth. In March 2019, he garnered widespread acclaim for his Grammy-winning contributions to Billie Eilish’s breakthrough album When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?. FINNEAS then stepped into the spotlight with his own debut, the Blood Harmony EP in 2019, followed by his debut full-length album, Optimist, in 2021. His latest collaboration with Billie Eilish on her album HIT ME HARD AND SOFT continues to push musical boundaries and has garnered critical acclaim, further solidifying their impact on the music industry. Together, they have captivated a global audience, inspiring a new generation of artists to explore and embrace authenticity and vulnerability in their music. Their dynamic partnership has become a beacon for those seeking to innovate and express genuine emotion through their art.
“The most important thing to me about a guitar is versatility,” said FINNEAS. “I was first introduced to the Acoustasonic guitar in 2019 when I was on tour with Billie, and I played it at every show that year. When we started conversations about my signature model, I knew this guitar was great in a live setting, and I wanted to find ways to take it into the studio and make it a versatile, expressive studio instrument. This is the result of that. ”
In addition to the release of his first-ever signature guitar, FINNEAS has just released his latest single, “For Cryin’ Out Loud!”, now available on all major streaming platforms. This track is a precursor to his much-anticipated sophomore album, For Cryin’ Out Loud!, which is set to be released on October 4. Fans can pre-order, add, or save the album now through the provided link HERE.
The FINNEAS Acoustasonic Player Telecaster and the Limited Edition FINNEAS Acoustasonic Telecaster guitars mark Fender’s first-ever Acoustasonic artist signature guitars. Distinguished by custom electronics curated by FINNEAS, these models combine a magnetic Acoustasonic Shawbucker™ pickup and a Fishman undersaddle transducer to deliver clean electric, small-body acoustic, and dreadnought acoustic tones. Additionally, both models feature an onboard chorus effect selected by FINNEAS, seamlessly integrating added sonic characters.
The key differences lie in their finishes and places of manufacture: the standard model boasts a modern Cappuccino Fade satin finish on its solid spruce top, while the LE features an all-Arctic White satin finish for a premium aesthetic. Both guitars share a Modern Deep “C”-shape neck for a confident yet comfortable feel and a Shawbucker™ magnetic pickup known for its tonal charm and noiseless performance, ideal for studio use. The standard model is made at Fender’s Ensenada facility in Mexico, whereas the limited edition is crafted at Fender’s historic facility in Corona, California.
“We are incredibly proud to collaborate with FINNEAS on his first signature guitar,” said Justin Norvell, EVP of Product at FMIC. “The FINNEAS AcoustasonicPlayer Telecasterand LE FINNEAS AcoustasonicTelecastercapture the unique blend of acoustic, electric and onboard effected tones that characterize his music. This guitar is more than an instrument; it’s a versatile tool meant to inspire the next generation of producers and artists to explore new sonic landscapes and push their creative boundaries. FINNEAS’s innovative spirit and dedication to authenticity shine through in every detail of these signature models.”
In true tradition, the Fender Artist Signature Series honors iconic musicians through product progression and storytelling, creating instruments and gear inspired by the unique specifications of the world’s greatest guitarists and bassists. Watch In Conversation with Finneas | Artist Signature Series | Fender.
High-resolution artist, lifestyle, and product images of the FINNEAS AcoustasonicPlayer Telecaster and Limited Edition FINNEAS Acoustasonic Telecaste rcan be found HERE.
For technical specs, additional information on new Fender products and to find a retail partner near you, visit www.fender.com. Join the conversation on social media by following @Fender.
FINNEAS AcoustasonicPlayer Telecaster($1399.99 USD, £1,199.00 GBP, €1,399.00 EUR, $2,399.00 AUD, 2126, ¥206,157 JPY)
Purposefully streamlined and equally versatile, the Fender Acoustasonic intuitively transitions from acoustic to electric thanks to revolutionary magnetic and under saddle piezo electronics with 3-way switching co-designed with Fishman to deliver an unmatched acoustic experience. This evolution of the Acoustasonic Player Telecaster offers a set of six voices chosen by FINNEAS to range from clean electric to small-body and dreadnought acoustic, and includes a hand-selected onboard chorus effect in two positions for a versatile array of studio-worthy sounds. Built with uncompromising tonewoods including a braced solid spruce top, mahogany body and neck, and a rosewood fingerboard and bridge, this Acoustasonic is crafted to deliver the organic sonic nuance that is sure to resonate. Other personalizations include a Cappuccino Fade satin finish and an engraved FINNEAS signature on the back of the headstock. A deluxe padded gig bag is also included to provide premium protection and portability.
Limited Edition FINNEAS Acoustasonic Telecaster ($2499.99 USD, £1,999.00 GBP, €2,299.00 EUR, $4,199.00 AUD, ¥341,000 JPY)
This limited edition American Acoustasonic Telecaster offers a set of ten voices chosen by FINNEAS to range from clean electric to various flavors of acoustic and includes a hand-selected onboard chorus effect in two positions for a versatile array of high-fidelity studio-worthy sounds. Built with premium tonewoods including a braced solid spruce top, mahogany body and neck, and an ebony fingerboard and bridge, this Acoustasonic is crafted to deliver organic sonic nuance that is sure to resonate. Other personalizations include an all-Arctic White satin finish and a FINNEAS signature on the back of the headstock. A deluxe molded hardshell case is also included to provide premium protection and security while traveling.
ABOUT FINNEAS
Multi-Academy and GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer and composer FINNEAS has quietly emerged as an unassumingly ubiquitous presence in popular music and culture. He introduced a heartfelt and hypnotic style on 2019’s debut Blood Harmony EP highlighted by the gold-certified “Let’s Fall in Love for the Night.” 2021 saw him unveil his full-length debut, The Optimist [Interscope Records]. It arrived to widespread acclaim. At the same time, he landed on the covers of publications such as V Man, L’Officiel Hommes USA, American Songwriter, Billboard, Mr. Porter and Mix Magazine and late-night television shows, Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel LIVE! and The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. He packed houses on headline tours and performed at festivals such as Coachella. His catalog grew to encompass popular collaborations with Ashe, Ringo Starr, and Lizzy McAlpine in addition to producing and/or co-writing tracks Justin Bieber, Halsey, Demi Lovato, Kid Cudi, girl in red, James Bay, Selena Gomez, Camila Cabello, and Tove Lo. He achieved stratospheric success for his work with his sister Billie Eilish, including ten GRAMMY Awards, headline sets at Coachella and Glastonbury, two Academy and Golden Globe Awards both in the category of “Best Original Song” for “No Time To Die” from No Time To Die and “What Was I Made For?” for Barbie. He expanded his oeuvre as a sought-after composer, with a filmography boasting original scores for HBO Max’s award-winning The Fallout and BJ Novak’s Vengeance. In 2022, on behalf of the Disney PIXAR animated hit Turning Red, he wrote the music for the film’s boyband 4*Town. In 2023, he co-wrote and produced the critically acclaimed song “What Was I Made For?” for the Greta Gerwig-directed feature-length Barbie, which earned him his second Academy Award for Best Original Song and won two GRAMMY Awards (Best Song Written For Visual Media and Song Of The Year) as well as a Golden Globe Award (Best Original Song). FINNEAS has also scored the upcoming Apple Original series “Disclaimer,” a new psychological thriller from the multi-Academy Award-winning director, writer, producer, cinematographer and editor Alfonso Cuarón.
New Order Announce ‘Brotherhood’ Deluxe Box Set And Season 2 Podcast
Today (4th September), New Order announce a new remastered set of formats for their album Brotherhood, to be released via Warner Music on 22nd November 2024, available in 2CD, 2DVD and 1LP. Also being made available are reissues of the respective 12” singles Bizarre Love Triangle, State Of The Nation and Touched By The Hand Of God with corresponding b-sides. Brotherhood is the fourth in the series of limited edition Definitive boxsets which includes Movement (2019), Power, Corruption and Lies (2020) and Low-Life (2023).
Written, recorded and produced by New Order, Brotherhood was originally released via Factory Records in September 1986 and peaked at #9 in the UK Albums Charts. This new collection for Brotherhood includes the album remastered on vinyl and CD and 2CD which features 9 unreleased tracks and demos from a recording session in Japan in 1985 and a 2DVD with live performances from Brixton Academy (1987), G-Mex Manchester (1986), Glastonbury and TV shows from UK and Europe, all previously unavailable on DVD.
Also announced today is Season 2 of Transmissions: The Definitive Story of Joy Division & New Order, featuring brand new and exclusive interviews with band members Bernard Sumner, Stephen Morris, Gillian Gilbert and Peter Hook and special guest contributors including: Johnny Marr, Billy Corgan, Christine And The Queens, Warpaint’s Stella Mozgawa, Keith Allen, Peter Saville, Andrew O’Hagan, Arthur Baker, Kevin Cummins, DJ Paulette, Megan Louise, The Chemical Brothers’ Tom Rowlands, Paul Morley, Jo Whiley, Kevin Saunderson, Tarquin Gotch, Will Sergeant, Virgil Abloh, Hot Chip’s; Alexis Taylor, Mike Pickering, Neil Tennant, Daniel Avery, Charlie Gunn… and Bez.
Narrated by BBC Radio’s Elizabeth Alker, Season 2 finds our unlikely heroes adjusting after the surprise global success of Blue Monday transforms New Order into stars; Quincy Jones is knocking down their door with offers of a US record deal, John Hughes is hunting them down for soundtrack work, New York’s hippest producers are lining up to get in the studio and huge US success beckons. But as New Order’s profile grows, so too do the demands and excesses and the band begin to realise just how far they’ve come, and to question how far the road might take them. This series documents arena tours, Ibizan insanity, a behind-the-scenes look at the chaotic peak of the Hacienda, the creation of three more classic albums Brotherhood (1986) Technique (1989) Republic (1993) and a certain timeless soccer World Cup anthem… World In Motion.
Speaking about New Order’s career to date, singer Bernard Sumner says, “if you do it the way everyone else does it, you might have more success. But it’ll be a short burn, whereas with the way New Order did it, it made us more interesting. But it wasn’t intentional though, we just did what we wanted to do and didn’t really listen to anyone”
On New Order’s 80s success in the US, drummer Stephen Morris, “America had never heard of Joy Division. In England and Europe at the time there was still this thing where you get people coming to see you, expecting you to play ‘Love Will Tear Us Apart’. Whereas in America, they would approach you with an open mind, and the fact that the audiences did get bigger justified our bloody mindedness with not being Joy Division…”
Keyboardist Gillian Gilbert on experiencing the US music industry, “I don’t know what they thought of us. Rob [Gretton, manager] was always, ‘You shouldn’t single out one person as the main focus, even Ian. You’re all the same.’ We were all on the same level. So I don’t know what they made of us. They used to turn up in suits. That was the main thing you’d see. All really smart record guys in suits.”
Peter Hook on how their club The Hacienda anticipated the coming rave music scene. “Watching the Hacienda and watching Rob and Mike Pickering’s belief in Detroit and Chicago House in 1983, 84, all the way through nights that they put on with exactly the same DJs in 91, in 83! They believed in the music a long time before Ecstasy swept it along in its tidal wave.”
Billy Corgan, Smashing Pumpkins: I was at a club. So I’m standing there and it’s a normal night. And for the first time, here comes the kick drum for Blue Monday. As the kick drum hit, everybody in the club started running to the dance floor. Running. So it instantly went from like 30 people to 300 in seconds. And I’m like, ‘What is happening?’ I’m getting chills even just thinking about the moment. And it was like, Oh my God, I’m hearing a song I will hear for the rest of my life. I saw my generation go, ‘This is the song.’
DJ Paulette: “New Order gave Manchester a place to socialise. A place to dream. Music to have babies by. Meet their friends by. Gigs to remember for the rest of their lives. Record collections to treasure. It’s like New Order have given people in Manchester everything, everything.”
Tom Rowlands, The Chemical Brothers, “I think the key to them is the strength of the individual voices in the band. And each individual voice being so recognisable on the record. It’s insane, really, they get it all to fit into these songs, every single person in that band has a voice that would carry a whole other band.”
New episodes will be released weekly via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, , YouTube, Amazon Music, Stitcher, and wherever you get your podcasts.
BROTHERHOOD ‘DEFINITIVE’ – TRACKLIST
CD1
Brotherhood (2024 Remaster)
1. Paradise
2. Weirdo
3. As It Is When It Was
4. Broken Promise
5. Way of Life
6. Bizarre Love Triangle
7. All Day Long
8. Angel Dust
9. Every Little Counts
10. State of the Nation
Written and produced by New Order. Recorded at Jam Studios, London Windmill Lane Studios, Dublin; Amazon Studios, Liverpool. Engineered by Michael Johnson. 2024 mastering by Frank Arkwright at Abbey Road Studios, London.
CD2
Extras
1. Shellshock (AOR Version) *
2. State Of The Nation (Japan Demo) *
3. Paradise (Robert Racic Remix)
4. As It Is When It Was (Japan Demo) *
5. Broken Promise (Instrumental) *
6. Bizarre Love Triangle (Stephen Hague 12” Remix) *
7. All Day Long (Instrumental) *
8. Evil Dust
9. Every Little Counts (Full Length) *
10. Salvation Theme
11. Skullcrusher (Full Length) *
12. Touched By The Hand Of God (Salvation Version)
13. Let’s Go (Salvation Version)
14. Sputnik
15. Blue Monday 1988 (Michael Johnson 12” Remix) *
(* previously unreleased)
Compiled by Stephen Morris, Andrew Robinson and James Zeiter. 2024 mastering by Frank Arkwright at Abbey Road Studios, London.
Japanese demo session, tracks 2, and 4, Denon Studios, Tokyo
Album session outtakes, tracks 5, 7, 8, and 9, Jam Studios, London, Windmill Lane Studios, Dublin and Amazon Studios Liverpool.
VINYL LP
Brotherhood (2024 Remaster)
A1. Paradise
A2. Weirdo
A3. As It Is When It Was
A4. Broken Promise
A5. Way of Life
B1. Bizarre Love Triangle
B2. All Day Long
B3. Angel Dust
B4. Every Little Counts
DVD1
Live at the Academy Brixton, 1987
1. Bizarre Love Triangle
2. The Perfect Kiss
3. Ceremony
4. Dreams Never End
5. Love Vigilantes
6. Confusion
7. Age Of Consent
8. Temptation
TV Appearances:
BBC Northern Ireland – Channel One 1986.
Ceremony
Love Will Tear Us Apart
The Tube 1986.
State Of The Nation
Broken Promise
Top of the Pops 1987.
True Faith
Les Enfants du Rock, Rockline 1987.
Paradise
Bizarre Love Triangle
The Roxy, 1987.
True Faith
11pm, 1987.
Bizarre Love Triangle
Extra Material
Stephen’s Fly On The Wall Documentary 1985.
Recording ‘As It Is’ and ‘State Of The Nation’ at Denon Studios, Tokyo (May 1985).
DVD2
Live at the G-Mex, Manchester, 19/07/86.
1. Elegia
2. Shellshock
3. Paradise
4. Bizarre Love Triangle
5. Way Of Life
6. State Of The Nation
7. Face Up
8. The Perfect Kiss
9. Ceremony
10. Temptation
Glastonbury, 1987.
True Faith
Sister Ray
San Giovanni, 1986.
Dreams Never End
Pier 84, New York, 1987.
All Day Long
Angel Dust
Shellshock
Weirdo
Rapido, Paris 1987.
True Faith
G-Mex, Manchester, 1988.
Touched By the Hand of God
Every Little Counts
BROTHERHOOD ASSOCIATED 12” SINGLES – TRACKLIST
12”
1. Bizarre Love Triangle b/ Bizarre Dub Triangle
2. State Of The Nation b/ Shame Of The Nation
3. Touched By The Hand Of God b/ Touched By The Hand Of Dub
