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IOL News
a day ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Tyla joins The Weeknd and Shakira at the 2025 Global Citizen Festival
Global star Tyla Seethal is set to light up the 2025 Global Citizen Festival alongside international icons The Weeknd and Shakira. Scheduled for September 27, 2025 on the iconic Great Lawn of Central Park, this year's festival promises a lineup filled with electrifying performances, including contributions from Ayra Starr and Mariah the Scientist. Just days after delivering the inaugural halftime show for the FIFA Club World Cup, Global Citizen unveiled this star-studded lineup. The festival is more than just a celebration of music; it aims to tackle pressing global issues through concerted efforts from artists, advocates, and the public alike. Hosted by esteemed Global Citizen ambassador Hugh Jackman, the event will once again draw attention to pivotal humanitarian campaigns. The 2025 festival will focus on four key initiatives: providing energy access for one million people across Africa, ensuring 30 000 children worldwide gain access to quality education, mobilising $200 million to protect 30 million hectares of the Amazon rainforest, and registering 40 000 New Yorkers for community volunteering efforts. 'I'm honoured to headline the incredible Global Citizen Festival in Central Park this September. Music has always been my way of connecting with people and leaving a mark on the world. I can't wait to perform, unite, and inspire action,' expressed Shakira, underlining her fervour for music as a catalyst for change. This will mark Hugh Jackman's eleventh year as host. 'I'm thrilled by the progress we've made over the years,' he remarked. 'The growing impact of the Global Citizen movement touches every corner of the world, and I'm eager to advocate alongside my fellow ambassadors, performers, world leaders, and private sector executives to leave the world better than we found it.' The festival is backed by numerous major partners, including Cisco, Authentic Brands Group, Bridgewater Associates, Delta Air Lines, PayPal, Venmo, and Procter & Gamble. The production is spearheaded by Emmy Award-winning companies Done+Dusted and Diversified Production Services, ensuring a world-class experience. Hugh Evans, Co-Founder and CEO of Global Citizen, stressed the urgency of the festival's mission: 'Ending extreme poverty is within our reach — but only if we come together to ensure governments and corporations deliver on their promises.' He highlighted the importance of renewable energy, Amazon protection, and investment in future education as critical areas for action. Cisco's Fran Katsoudas, EVP and Chief People, Policy and Purpose Officer, echoed commitment to these goals: 'Solving the complex problems of our world requires bold partners, daily action, and the influence of young innovators and activators. We're proud to support Global Citizen's international movement and flagship festivals to accelerate our impact while inspiring new generations to lead.' Saturday Star
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Immersive Elvis experience slammed as ‘awful from start to finish'
Fuming audience members for a new immersive Elvis Presley experience have accused the show of being 'misleading' and 'a shambles from start to finish'. Elvis Evolution was announced in January last year and was billed as a concert experience that would 'use AI and feature holographic projections of the star'. The event – a collaboration between Elvis Presley Enterprises and Authentic Brands Group, the custodians of the Elvis Presley Estate – promised to feature a 'life-sized digital Elvis' who would perform 'iconic moments in musical history on a UK stage for the first time'. Ticket prices for the show, which launched last week for a six-month run at London's Exel Waterfront, ranged between £75 including booking fees to a £300 Super VIP option, which includes a mid-show champagne experience, commemorative glass, dedicated seating and cloakroom access. Speaking to the BBC, some attendees complained that the show had been 'mis-sold' as it did not feature a hologram of Elvis. Mark and Tracey Baldwin said they felt 'more like mugs than VIPs' after witnessing what they described as an 'absolutely atrocious' show, which they had believed would be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. 'You could have seen this at the local theatre for £30,' Mrs Baldwin told the BBC. 'It was a shambles from start to finish, there was no Elvis, it was just a video of him that you could watch on YouTube.' She claimed that unhappy guests left the show early during the second act and accused Layered Reality of exploiting older people by 'scamming us with technology that we won't understand'. A number of audience members have shared more positive reviews on social media, while others have also expressed their upset over the experience and demanded refunds. 'Awful from start to finish,' one disgruntled Elvis fan wrote on X/Twitter. 'Felt like a GCSE performance on a shoestring budget. How they can justify those ticket prices?! Luckily I didn't pay otherwise i'd be fuming. Others said the same... shame really.' A spokesperson for Layered Reality said: 'A small number of people have pointed out that they were expecting a hologram concert, due to the initial announcement made in January 2024. As with many complex productions that are two years in the making, the concept developed from those early stages, and this was made clear when tickets went on sale in October 2024. 'We ultimately took the creative decision not to mimic Elvis's performances. Those moments proved to be too iconic and irreplaceable. Instead, we use AI to upscale archive footage and in moments we know happened but where no footage existed, offering a new lens into his world.' The Independent has contacted representatives for additional comment. Andrew McGuinness, founder and chief executive of Layered Reality, said when the show was announced last year that it would serve as a 'next-generation tribute to the musical legend that is Elvis Presley'. 'Elvis maintains superstar status globally and people around the world no longer want to sit there and passively receive entertainment – they want to be a part of it,' he said. 'It'll be a memory-making experience that will be a bucket-list item for Elvis fans and admirers around the world; people can step into the world of Elvis, walk in his shoes and celebrate his extraordinary musical legacy.' The event has received mixed reviews from critics, including a one-star write-up from The Telegraph who said the 'limp' offering was 'not worth one tenth' of the price of its VIP package. In a three-star review, Time Out said it was 'made with care' and was 'enjoyable once you accept it for what it is'. Elvis Evolution was delayed by several months from its original planned launch of November 2024. It is hosting multiple shows a day with a capacity of 160 people, and will run at ExCel London until December 2025.
Fashion Network
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion Network
Juicy Couture launches Just Moi fragrance
Crafted by perfumers Gabriela Chelariu and Alexis Grugeon, Just Moi opens with a bouquet of magnolia, cacao blossom, and sweet plum nectar. A heart of crème de cacao and jasmine sambac brings depth and warmth, while the dry down of rich cacao bean, vanilla-ambrox, creamy sandalwood, and warm musk leave a bold finish. The fragrance is housed in an elevated bottle inspired by vintage French champagne glasses, with a sculpted silhouette in soft pink, gold detailing, and a playful black ribbon. "Juicy Couture's fragrance has long been a cultural icon, known for turning heads and rewriting the rules of fashion," added Christina Martin Pieper, EVP, brand - lifestyle at Authentic Brands Group, owner of Juicy Couture. "With Just Moi, we are honoring that legacy while introducing a new chapter that speaks to the next generation. This launch reflects our commitment to evolving the brand with intention and authenticity, creating products that inspire confidence, self-expression, and individuality for years to come.' Just Moi by Juicy Couture Fragrances is now available online at Amazon, Ulta, Macy's, Boscov's, and Belk, with in-store launches beginning in early August and arriving at Nordstrom this fall. The scent will be offered in multiple sizes, from 0.17 fl oz to 3.4 fl oz.
Fashion Network
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion Network
Juicy Couture launches Just Moi fragrance
Juicy Couture has launched a new eau de parfum fragrance, dubbed "Just Moi". Launching under the Revlon fragrances umbrella, Just Moi builds on the legacy of the Viva La Juicy collection. "For nearly two decades, Juicy Couture fragrances has been a defining force in the perfume industry. As Revlon fragrances continues to evolve, we remain dedicated to leading innovation while embracing the next generation of fragrance lovers who are eager for bold and exciting new scents," said Ron Rolleston, general manager of Revlon fragrances. Crafted by perfumers Gabriela Chelariu and Alexis Grugeon, Just Moi opens with a bouquet of magnolia, cacao blossom, and sweet plum nectar. A heart of crème de cacao and jasmine sambac brings depth and warmth, while the dry down of rich cacao bean, vanilla-ambrox, creamy sandalwood, and warm musk leave a bold finish. The fragrance is housed in an elevated bottle inspired by vintage French champagne glasses, with a sculpted silhouette in soft pink, gold detailing, and a playful black ribbon. "Juicy Couture's fragrance has long been a cultural icon, known for turning heads and rewriting the rules of fashion," added Christina Martin Pieper, EVP, brand - lifestyle at Authentic Brands Group, owner of Juicy Couture. "With Just Moi, we are honoring that legacy while introducing a new chapter that speaks to the next generation. This launch reflects our commitment to evolving the brand with intention and authenticity, creating products that inspire confidence, self-expression, and individuality for years to come.' Just Moi by Juicy Couture Fragrances is now available online at Amazon, Ulta, Macy's, Boscov's, and Belk, with in-store launches beginning in early August and arriving at Nordstrom this fall. The scent will be offered in multiple sizes, from 0.17 fl oz to 3.4 fl oz.
Fashion United
03-07-2025
- Business
- Fashion United
Authentic Brands & WHP Global reportedly bid for Lands' End
Brand management firms WHP Global and Authentic Brands Group have reportedly placed separate bids to acquire American apparel retailer Lands' End this week, according to a report from Reuters. The news comes three months after Lands' End Board of Directors indicated that it was exploring "strategic alternatives" for the future of the brand, which included the potential sale of the retailer or a merger, to increase shareholder value. Best known for its classic all-American styles, which emphasize quality and durability over trends, Lands' End previously reported an annual revenue decline of 7.4 percent compared to the previous year in March. However, the retailer managed to return to profitability in the fiscal year for 2024/25, noting "positive momentum" across all sectors. The potential sale comes as Lands' End let go of 10 percent of its corporate workforce in 2024 in an effort to drive greater agility and flexibility across its operations, improving inventory management, increasing full-price sell-through, and minimizing reliance on discounting. Lands' End has enlisted Perella Weinberg Partners to advise on its strategic options. The retailer's stock was trading at approximately 11 dollars per share prior to Reuters' report on Wednesday, reflecting a market valuation of close to 360 million dollars. The heritage apparel brand, founded in 1963 as a mail-order yacht supply company and formerly owned by Sears before its 2014 spin-off, declined to comment on the matter, as did WHP Global and Authentic Brands Group.
