#SHINee: SM Entertainment Releases New Teasers & Details For Group’s Comeback

No, it’s not strange at all. SHINee is indeed making another comeback, almost immediately after they released “View“, a title track off their newly-released full-length Korean album titled “Odd’.

In fact, they’re planning to “tie the knot” soon, as they will be releasing “Married to the Music”, a repackaged album version of “Odd”.

The 5-member group, which was banded together in 2008 by SM Entertainment, consists of Onew, Jonghyun, Key, Minho, and Taemin.

To date, they’ve released 6 full-length albums (2 in Korean language and 2 in Japanese), 3 live albums, and tonnes of hit singles since the release of their debut single, “Replay”. They’ve also won various awards, held 3 concert tours, and starred in their own reality shows.

Throughout their entire career, the band has experimented with various different styles for their music and their choreographies. Now, it seems like they’re going for the Halloween concept for the impending release of “Married to the Music”.

According to Soompi, the title track of the album of the same name is said to be “a funky disco song”, which was composed by LDN Noise, the same team that composed “View”.

SHINee is expected to deliver a unique and never-before-seen performance for the song as famed choreographer Tony Testa and SM’s performance director Hwang Sang Hoon are in charge of the choreography. Prior to the release of the song, SME released a series of teaser photos, offering fans a glimpse at the upcoming repackaged album.

Take a look at them in the gallery below:

Slated for release on 3rd August, the album will feature 11 songs from “Odd”, as well as 4 new songs namely “Chocolate”, “Savior”, “Hold You”, and “Married to the Music”.

They will hold their first comeback stage for “Married to the Music” on 7th August on KBS’ “Music Bank.”

For more information, visit SM Entertainment’s Facebook page or SHINee’s Facebook page.

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Hot Wheels: 8 Food Trucks In Klang Valley Worth Chasing Down

Beyond “lok lok”, “tau fu fa”, “pisang goreng”, and “cendol”, there are food trucks of a different kind. Taking a page from the “food on wheels” concept that we Malaysians are well accustomed to, a new trend have since sped its way into Klang Valley (notably Kuala Lumpur and Selangor) in the recent few months. Yes, it’s the cheaper-than-restaurant mobile vendors on wheels with grub such as Western and Italian, amongst others.

So, instead of braving the jam and trying to hunt down restaurants, these food trucks go to wherever the potential customers are. You could say that they’re right at the doorstep of popular haunts such as Damansara Heights or Subang Jaya. In fact, you might have seen them lurking in corners ;)

These are worth visiting, with friends or for solo dining purposes:

Popularly known as “the food truck over the bridge”, The Humble Chef usually parks itself at Pusat Bandar Damansara. More specifically, it’s located on the flyover over Jalan Damansara heading towards Sprint Highway. To get there, you just need to take the road that will lead you to McDonald’s and you’ll spot a small white van parked next to a row of tables. The Humble Chef serves pasta dishes (RM5), sandwiches (RM2.50), pitas (RM4), and omelettes (RM2.50). We know, right? Unbelievably cheap! Grab a table and enjoy.

Location: Jalan Damanseri, Pusat Bandar Damansara.
Opening Hours: 9:30pm till 12:30am daily except Sundays

For more information, visit their Facebook page.

They’re called “Little Fat Duck” but don’t let that confuse you as they don’t actually serve any duck. However, their Chicken Confit (RM12) is pretty awesome. Located in Subang Jaya, Little Fat Duck promises healthy meals (their food is made without MSG), no frills as you nom, and best of all..everything is prepared fresh. The food truck surfaces on most nights at Subang’s bustling SS15, with offerings such as pastas (bolognese, carbonara, or aglio olio) as well as sides such as their mushroom soup (RM4), mashed potatoes (RM2), and homemade milk pudding (RM3). Soft drinks and iced lemon tea (RM2) are also available. Just keep a look out for a shiny black truck near Darussalam.

Location: SS15 in Subang Jaya (usually outside Public Bank)
Opening Hours: 8:30pm till midnight daily except Mondays

What? A cafe on wheels? Yes, The Royal Post prides itself in being the first mobile espresso bar in town. While one would expect that they sell only coffee, which is not the wrongest assumption considering the fact that that’s the point of their business in the first place, The Royal Post now also offers a good selection of gourmet sandwiches and irresistible patisserie on board on top of your cup of latte (RM7.90) for the ride! In fact, they’ve been in such high demand that they’ve recently made stops at some major events including the Hot Air Balloon Fiesta 2013 and even FMFA. As they would say, “Traffic jam? No problem. We come to you!” Track them on their website here.

Location: Wisma Jerneh, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hours: 7am till 7pm daily except weekends

If you’re planning to chase the SpagMe food truck down, let us just tell you that it’s gonna be easy peasy to do so. Mostly because the SpagMe food truck is cheerful, colourful, and pretty damn hard to miss. It’s usually parked at Jalan Dungun but at times the truck does pay a visit to Ampang’s Wisma MCA and occasionally Pusat Bandar Damansara. What do they offer, you ask? The best thing to order upon “catching” the truck would be their fried spaghetti! Prices start from as low as RM6:50 for spaghetti with egg, chicken sausage & ham (no pork here); RM9.50 with tempura fish; RM11.50 with chicken fillet; and RM17 with spicy lamb. There’s also a high chance that you might spot the SpagMe truck side-by-side with a pink-coloured juice truck called “OMFJ Oh My Fruit Juice”. Perfect for washing down your meal!

Location: Jalan Dungun, Wisma MCA, or Pusat Bandar Damansara
Opening Hours: 8am till 2:30pm daily except Sundays

This is perhaps one of the only food trucks in Klang Valley that runs both for lunch and dinner. During the day, the La Famiglia mobile kitchen is mostly at Jalan Dungun. After which, it heads to SS15 in Subang Jaya for dinner. They’re known to whip up quite a killer selection of pastas, with prices tha trange between RM6.50 – RM8. Their priciest dish, “The Boss” comes with plenty of spaghetti topped off with a combo of carbonara and spaghetti sauce and tender chicken slices. They’ve also got pasta salad, seafood olio, tuna pesto, fries, wedges, dessert (cannoli), and their Italian soda on their menu. So good, you might want to chase them down at both the Jalan Dungun and Subang Jaya locations so that you can savour their pastas twice in a day!

Location: Jalan Dungun in Damansara Heights (day), SS15 in Subang Jaya (night)
Opening Hours: 11am till 2pm for lunch and 9pm till 1am for dinner daily except Sundays

The Flaming Wheels is a purpose-built kitchen-on-wheels that delivers freshly-cooked food around Klang Valley. And not just any random “freshly-cooked food”, we’re talking gourmet meals! So gourmet, there’s a term for it – “bistronisation” of street food. The idea is to bring healthy, bistronised versions of selected local and international fare to the people that are prepared in their kitchen upon order. So, the next time the Flaming Wheels food truck is in your neighbourhood, be sure to try the chilli beef nachos which is a combo a combo of crispy corn tortilla chips, chilli beef, cheese sauce, guacamole and sour cream (RM8.90); the Moroccan lamb stew (RM12.90), and Zoran’s beef goulas (RM12.90). Best of all, their “fast food that isn’t fast food) comes in bio-degradable boxes and is halal. No wonder there’s always queue wherever they are!

Step aside, brick and mortar burger joints. A food truck boldly called, The Burger Shop is the latest burger talk of the town! For Subang-ites, the burger truck in SS15 probably isn’t a “new finding”, considering the fact that they were practically pioneers of the food truck craze. What truly sets The Burger Shop apart from the rest is the offering of various fillings. Their trademark is a generous dose of black pepper sauce that goes on every burger and we highly recommend you to try the beef burger special with that. You may also choose the mushroom sauce (which comes with actual mushroom sizes) over the black pepper sauce. The Burger Shop also has everything else (that’s sloppy but yummy) from the regular Ramli to hotdogs, as well as banjos and foldovers. Prices range from RM2.90 to RM5.90.

Location: Jalan SS15/8A, Subang Jaya (outside the MPSJ market, down the street from Asia Cafe)
Opening Hours: 6pm till 4:30am daily except Sundays

8. Wheeloaf

At Wheeloaf, they’re dedicated towards baking the freshest and finest of gourmet pastries for your tastebuds to feast on. Unlike the typical food trucks, Wheeloaf introduces a truck complete with baking facilities as they aim to deliver premium bakery products of guaranteed high quality with the unique freshness from the oven in the truck. Upon finding their truck, you can expect a selection of freshly prepared pastry delights ranging from butter gipfels, hearty yet uncomplicated savoury snacks, crispy sweet pastries, and bread rolls in all shapes and sizes. Oh yes, they’ve even got sandwiches e.g. Grilled Chicken and Concasse, Gargasm Grilled Chicken, and Beef Pastrami made on the spot!

Location: Stalk their website for more info
Opening Hours: 7am till 5pm on weekdays, 7am till 7pm on weekends.

As suggested by some of our readers, Curbside Cantina is one to check out! The vibrant vehicle is mostly expected in and around the KL area, and they serve mostly Mexican-influences recipes but with a twist. Imagine wolfing down some chilli con carne with papadums instead of the usual tortilla chips! We know, right? We hear that Curbside Cantina also serves up a pretty mean “cemita” burger (RM10) which is essentially a Mexican sandwich but yes, you guessed it, made into a burger comprising of chicken with avocado, cheese, and various herbs and spices. Needless to say, their menu is quite a decent selection of your not-so-ordinary comfort Mexican noms, if you dare try ’em ;)

The only problem with Curbside Cantina is that it’s often hard to locate and you can almost never tell if they’re “open” or around. Bummer! The only way to find out is to stalk them on Instagram.

Location: Uncertain
Opening Hours: Uncertain

If you’ve spotted any that aren’t in the above list, drop us a comment in the comments box below. We’d be happy to include it/those and also, chase ’em down with you ;)

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From SK-II To Bobbi Brown: Our Picks Of This Week’s Dope Beauty Drops!

Glam up like there’s no tomorrow with incredible drops from these six stunning beauty brands!

SK-II aims to help you attain the skin of your dreams with its GenOptics Ultraura Essence, SK-II’s stronger, quicker, and brighter Brightening Essence. It’s own skin-brightening product, which pioneered ‘Aura Skin,’ is unlike any other. With SK-II GenOptics Ultraura Essence, skin becomes substantially brighter and hydrated, with less skin yellowness visible, unleashing ultimate aura from the inside. The newest generation of SK-legendary II’s GenOptics series is ready to alter the skincare industry game once again.

SK-II GenOptics Ultraura Essence is currently available nationwide.

If you wish to renew and restore your skin after going through the beating of your hectic lifestyle, look no further than Shiseido’s all-new generation Eudermine! Did you know that our skin has natural self-restoring powers? When activated with the right product, our skin can be transformed to achieve healthier clarity and glowing beauty – and it’s where Eudermine comes in. The benefit-rich Eudermine can help tap into the skin’s own energy to unlock its full potential so that it can recharge, remove impurities and renew itself.

Shiseido Eudermine will be available at counters, boutiques, kiosks, online and selected Sephora stores.

Get rid of those makeup wipes girlies, gays and theys, because Fenty Skin is launching their new Melt Awf Jelly Oil Makeup-Melting Cleanser, which easily removes all types of makeup and sunscreen from the face, eyes, and lips. The cleansing oil is packed with a proprietary combination of 9 luxury oils to condition the skin, leaving behind a silky-smooth complexion after cleansing. Melt Awf is a delightful way to melt a full face of makeup to light glam, as well as sunscreen, grime, oil, and pollutants, while keeping skin feeling clean, moisturised, and silky smooth. It’s suitable for all skin types, but it’s especially excellent for dry skin.

Melt Awf Jelly Oil Makeup-Melting Cleanser is now available at Sephora online and in-stores nationwide.

Bobbi Brown is introducing WICKED new products that you won’t want to miss out on.

Pretty Powerful Pot Rouge blends the creamy, multitasking formula you know and love with a limited-edition hue that gives a natural tint to cheeks and lips, creating a subtle flush on the cheeks and a delicately stained impression on the lips. The feel-good and eye-catching design by NYC artist Jade Purple Brown is an added bonus.

Burnt Rose is a new statement-maker in the Luxe Lipstick range. Consumers adore Bobbi Brown’s brown-based hero hues (Claret, Afternoon Tea), which were created expressly to brighten skin tones. This deep brown-based red tint, dubbed “Claret after dark,” was created to represent everything you love about Claret with a dramatic twist.

Bobbi Brown Cordyceps-infused Luxe Radiance Loose Powder sets and perfects your complexion while providing unnoticeable coverage in a sleek, lightweight compact. A veil of ultra-thin, light-reflecting powders smoothens and blurs the appearance of fine lines and pores while balancing skin and regulating shine for a soft, radiant, even-toned appearance that lasts all day.

Bobbi Brown’s products are now available in-stores and online.

M.A.C Cosmetics is going all out with not one, not two, but THREE incredible items that will knock your socks off!

The Studio Fix Every-Wear All-Over Face Pen, available in 22 shades, combines foundation and concealer in a best-of-both-worlds formulation contained in an innovative high-control face pen. The Studio Fix Every-Wear All-Over Face Pen provides transfer- and waterproof coverage, as well as control and comfort. Click halfway to conceal, or all the way to cover completely.

Introducing M.A.C Stack Waterproof Mascara, the mascara designed to achieve any style or trend and render it waterproof, tear-proof, splash-proof, and smudge-proof. M.A.C. Stack Waterproof Mascara provides lashes with gravity-defying volume, develops indefinitely, and provides immediate lash lift and length.

M.A.C Studio Fix Every Wear All Over Face Pen

This spring, M.A.C Cosmetics wants you to feel special! With this glossy collection of one-of-a-kind treasures in shimmering and matte tones, you may channel timeless elegance. Achieve an opalescent glow with a sought-after range of brand-new and best-selling eye, lip, and face colours. Everything is housed in limited-edition, mosaic-inspired golden packaging.

M.A.C Cosmetics’ products are now available in-stores and online.

Calling all beauty enthusiasts… with a sweet tooth! Secret Recipe has teamed up with NITA Cosmetics, a local beauty business, to create a limited-edition scrumptious range of lipstick and blusher that are a feasts for the senses. These brands collaborated to produce two collections, the Signature Cake Collection and the Classic Cake Collection, that are sure to thrill beauty and dessert aficionados alike.

The Classic Cake Collection includes the Chocolate Indulgence mini-matte scented liquid lipstick; the pink-hued Chocolate Cheese Berries mini-matte liquid lipstick; and the Crème Brulee Cheese mini gleam blusher; whereas the Signature Cake Collection features a tiramisu-scented mini-matte lipstick; a cocoa-brown mini-matte lipstick, and a juicy peach-coloured mini gleam blusher that were translated from Secret Recipe’s iconic Decadent Tiramisu, Chocolate Odyssey, and Burnt Cheesecake flavours.

Secret Recipe X NITA Cosmetics collections are available at NITA Cosmetics’ online store.

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#PedroRuizIII: Pregnant Woman Shoots Boyfriend Dead In YouTube Stunt Gone Wrong

A 19-year-old pregnant woman fatally killed her boyfriend in a YouTube video stunt gone wrong.

In a bid to be famous, 22-year-old YouTuber Pedro Ruiz III reportedly instructed his girlfriend Monalisa Perez to shoot a .50-calibre Desert Eagle pistol – described as one of the world’s most powerful semiautomatic handguns – at him while he shields his chest with a hardcover book with the assumption that the book would stop the bullet.

According to the criminal complaint, Ruiz had been pushing Perez, who has been charged with second-degree manslaughter, to go through with his latest prank. The bullet, which was fired from about a foot away, went straight through the book and into his chest.

The complaint also stated that Ruiz had shown Perez another book that he had shot and the bullet didn’t go all the way through. It was also revealed that the event happened in front of the couple’s 3-year-old daughter.

In a tweet that was posted prior to the incident, she wrote, “Me and Pedro are probably going to shoot one of the most dangerous videos ever. HIS idea not MINE.”

Ruiz was a railroad worker and had been together with Perez for 6 years. Their 2nd child together is expected to arrive in September. His aunt Claudia Ruiz told Twin Cities Pioneer Press that Perez would never deliberately hurt her nephew. She said, “They were in love. It was just a prank gone wrong.”

The aunt also added that Ruiz was determined that the prank would make the daredevil couple’s YouTube channel, La MonaLisa, famous. “He told me about an idea. I said, don’t do it don’t do it. Why are you going to use a gun? Why? Because we want more viewers,” she said.

Never ever try dangerous stunts at home, folks! Don’t risk you life for the likes.

Sources: news.com.au, CBS News, NY Post / Featured image: news.com.au/Facebook screenshot.


(UPDATE) #EtudeHouse: f(x)’s Krystal To Visit Malaysia In August

SM Entertainment certainly loves Malaysia. EXO stole our hearts in their recent Malaysian concert in March while Red Velvet converted us into true blue fans in their first visit to Malaysia.

And now, another artiste under the label – Krystal Jung of f(x)- will be making a visit to the country. She will reportedly visit Malaysia in August.

Although details are scarce as of now, NUYOU Malaysia has revealed that the singer will be here for an Etude House event.

Krystal made her debut with f(x) in 2009 and is the sister of former SNSD Girls’ Generation member Jessica Jung. She’s the main vocal of the group and has also taken part in SM Entertainment’s project group S.M. The Ballad.

The talented girl group member also tried her hand in acting, starring in various K-Dramas such as “High Kick 3”, “The Heirs”, and “My Lovely Girl”. She will also star in tvN’s drama remake of the manga “Bride Of The Water God” this year.

Mark your calendars, peeps. Something sweet is coming your way!

In conjunction with the launch of Etude House Malaysia’s first ever flagship store opening, f(x)’s Krystal Jung will be coming to Malaysia on 18th August 2017.

For more info, hit up Etude House Malaysia’s website, Facebook, and Instagram.

f(x)’s Krystal will not be coming to Malaysia for the launch of Etude House’s flagship store. More details here.

Sources: NUYOU Malaysia, The Hive / Featured image: Etude House Malaysia.

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#MileyCyrus: Singer Opens Up About Liam Hemsworth & Her Upcoming “Political Album”

Guess what y’all? Miley Cyrus has a new album coming out and her brand new single will be released next week.

In a revealing interview with Billboard for their cover story, the 24-year-old entertainer opened up about her relationship with fiance Liam Hemsworth, her forthcoming as-yet untitled LP, and distancing herself from the hip-hop scene.

Cyrus revealed that her first single, “Malibu”, is a pop-rock song “unlike anything she has recorded before” and is about someone close to her heart. After their split in 2013, the singer and Hemsworth rekindled their romance in early 2016. Following their breakup, Cyrus was “so immersed in work” to find herself again.

“I needed to change so much. And changing with someone else not changing like that is too hard. Suddenly you’re like, “I don’t recognise you anymore.” We had to refall for each other,” she recalled.

The former Disney Channel star shared that she wrote the track during her Uber ride on the way to “The Voice” set. “They’re going to talk about me if I come out of a restaurant with Liam. So why not put the power back in my relationship and say, ‘This is how I feel?'” Cyrus explained her decision on wanting showcase honesty in her music.

Speaking of new music, Cyrus may be hesitant to label her upcoming LP as a “political album”, but there’s a song dedicated to Hillary Clinton and another for women in the workplace. “This record is a reflection of the fact that yes, I don’t give a f**k, but right now is not a time to not give a f**k about people,” the singer shared.

“I was torn on whether I was going to work with certain producers that I really like. But I feel if we’re not on the same page politically … My record is political, but the sound bite doesn’t stop there,” the pop star told Billboard.

She added, “I like the way I think right now. But don’t (Donald) Trump supporters like the way they think? So I’ve also got to be open with the way I approach people with my opinions. That’s the only way to make real change. And it’s not because I want to sell records! I know now the ways that don’t work. Because I went really hard during the election. But at the end of the day, we lost. We won, but because the system is fucked up, we lost. I thought, ‘OK. I learned my lesson on this one.’”

On the topic of hip-hop, Cyrus declares that she’s “out of the hip-hop scene” even though she still jams to a selected few, such as Kendrick Lamar’s “Humble”.

“I also love that new Kendrick song: “Show me somethin’ natural like ass with some stretch marks.” I love that because it’s not ‘Come sit on my dick, suck on my cock.’ I can’t listen to that anymore. That’s what pushed me out of the hip-hop scene a little. It was too much “Lamborghini, got my Rolex, got a girl on my cock” — I am so not that,” she clarified.

These days, she’s more grounded. “I like to surround myself with people that make me want to get better, more evolved, open. And I was noticing, it’s not the people that are stoned. I want to be super clear and sharp, because I know exactly where I want to be,” Cyrus expressed.

You can read her full interview here. Be sure to check out Cyrus’ single, “Malibu”, which will debut on 11th May.


Eason Chan Returning To Malaysia & Singapore For “Fear & Dreams” Concert

Eason Chan (陈奕迅) is gearing up to resume his “Fear & Dreams” world tour y’all! The 48-year-old Hong Kong superstar even announced that he’ll be performing in Malaysia and Singapore in the coming months.

Not much details have been disclosed at the time of writing, other than the fact that Eason will be in Singapore in April, before visiting Kuala Lumpur the following month. ONE Production and Live Nation are managing his Singapore show, while his Malaysian show will be managed by StarPlanet 星艺娱乐.

Just last month when he was performing in Shanghai Mercedes-Benz Arena, Eason was shock to discover that his fan had fork out 8000 yuan (~RM5155) for their concert ticket from a scalper. For context, that was 8 times the price of the original concert ticket. “8000 yuan?! Next time I should just scalp my own tickets! Wow, I’m gonna strike gold! How can this be?” the singer was flabbergasted at the realisation.

In addition to Malaysia and Singapore, Eason is also scheduled to perform in Taiwan. Following his shows in Hong Kong, the singer shared that he will taking a month off to rest and recuperate from his sore throat and knee injury. In the meantime, stay tuned to this space for further updates on his upcoming shows.

Details to Eason Chan “Fear & Dreams” world tour in Malaysia are as follows:

Concert tickets will go on sale on 6th March from 2pm onwards, via my.bookmyshow.com and www.starplanet.com.my.

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#TMNT: The Turtles Will Return For A Sequel

Just like Marvel, who announced a “Guardians of the Galaxy” sequel just as “Guardians of the Galaxy” was released, Paramount is not giving fans a chance to breathe.

It was announced yesterday that a sequel to “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” (TMNT) is already in development! Perhaps it’s because they were so pleased with its USD93.7 million global debut over the weekend? So much so that it beat out Marvel’s “Guardians of the Galaxy“, which dropped in its second week in theatres. Surprisingly.

And you know how hard it is to hold off against not just “Guardians of the Galaxy” but any Marvel movie.

Paramount’s Film Group President Adam Goodman said in a statement upon the sequel announcement:

Launching a new take on the ‘Turtles’ into the feature film world was a daunting task because as fans of them ourselves. We felt a great responsibility to ensure audiences were going to experience everything they loved about the Turtles, while also getting to see them brought to life in a way they had never been seen before. The result exceeded our high expectations and the response to the film is beyond great, making it all the more fun to get started on the continuation of their story.

Michael Bay’s Platinum Dunes will again produce the film while screenwriter Josh Appelbaum & André Nemec are set to write the script.

Currently, the TMNT sequel has a projected release date of 3rd June 2016. You guys best be ready for turtle nostalgia and “Cowabunga!” part 2. Meanwhile, hit this to read our review of TMNT (the first one) and this for all the things you didn’t know about the turtles.


#Stories: DJ/Producer Avicii Unveils Totally Complex Yet Interesting Campaign

So, this is what Avicii probably took a break for.

It was only 2 years ago that Avicii released his debut studio album, “True”, which took over the charts and radio airwaves for weeks on end. Having made a lasting impression, on top of making his presence (in the dance music scene) very known via his countless gigs worldwide, fans have been waiting since forever for his next project.

And now, the wait is over. “Stories” is starting to look like it was well worth the wait, judging from the “Stories” campaign that Avicii just unveiled.

Determined to set a new trend, the innovative Instagram-based marketing campaign allows fans to click-through an interactive game and embark on their own story. It kicks off with an “Avicii Begins” Instagram account, with an introduction that reads as such:

Text: “After enslaving the human race Dr. Hush has banned all music and brainwashed the population into mindless zombies. You are Avicii and your mission is to infiltrate Dr. Hush’s broadcasting station, and play the last remaining song in the world to awaken the people…”

Wanna give it a shot? Click on the first link below to begin! We gotta warn you though that it’s pretty addictive.

For more information on Avicii, hit up his website or his Facebook page.


Hype OnSite!: Loud Presents MAKJ Live At Zouk Club KL

Mackenzie Johnson, or MAKJ as he is more commonly known blew us away with his set at Zouk Club Kuala Lumpur last Saturday, May 24th, 2014. No stranger to the electronic dance music scene, MAKJ has performed in top notched nightclubs in the U.S. including Avalon, Pacha, and Liv.

The 24-year-old American DJ who is currently hailed as one of the next rising stars in the electronic dance music world play a two hour set at Mainroom in Zouk Club Kuala Lumpur and drove the crowd insane. From remixing old school R&B to new age edm tracks, MAKJ got everyone’s adrenaline pumping with his beautiful art of mixing.

Mainroom was crazy crowded but that was no problem for the partygoers as everyone was seen having a good time dancing the night away to MAKJ’s music.

Check out the video below to get a taste of MAKJ’s awesomeness!

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AirAsia Extends Unlimited Pass Validity Until June 2021

With all the gloomy atmosphere surrounding the Covid-19 outbreak, AirAsia has something exciting to share with y’all.

The famed low-cost airline recently announced the extension of its AirAsia Unlimited Pass validity until 30th June 2021. Initially, the pass was only valid until early March 2021.

For those who don’t know, the AirAsia Unlimited Pass allows customers to fly on AirAsia X flights multiple times within one year, subjected to flight availability. Since the “unlimited” part of this pass only applies to the base fare, users may need to fork out additional fees such as add-ons, taxes, regulatory fees, etc…

Also, based on the screenshot attached above, AirAsia Unlimited Pass will not include fights to Bali, Singapore, and Jeddah as well as fly-thru routes. In addition, the image shows that the pass was available for purchase from 29th February to 7th March 2020. For more info, y’all are free to visit its official website here.

However, with the good news comes a not so delightful one. As reported by Today Online, those in Asia Pacific will most likely expect air fares to increase by 54%! In case you’re wondering why, this is mostly due to the urge for new social distancing measures on board most aircraft. In this case, all middle row seats on flights will have to remain empty.

Even in Malaysia, airline companies are already preparing for the probability of increasing its ticket prices. According to Malindo Air Chief Executive Officer Captain Mushafiz Mustafa Bakri via China Press, the factors that contribute to the significant change in air ticket prices include the need to cover losses in revenue, the cost of disinfection, and calls for social distancing.

Sources: Lowyat, Today Online, China Press.


DS Ismail Sabri’s Son Dafi Slammed For Participating In “All Together Now Malaysia”

After facing massive backlash from the public, the production team of the singing contest “All Together Now Malaysia” (ATNM) has decided to halt the broadcast of the show for the time being. This came following several reports surrounding the show’s alleged Covid-19 SOPs breach which came to light recently.

Many also criticised those who were involved in the programme, especially the artistes who took part in the entertainment programme as the judges. Shockingly, fans have also spotted local celebrity Dafi, who’s also the son of Defence Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, participating in the show as well!

Following the unexpected revelation, netizens have begun flooding the former “Akademi Fantasia” contestant’s Instagram account with tons of negative remarks. Most of them took to the comments section on his most recent post to vent their frustration towards Dafi, apart from calling him out for apparently flouting the SOPs.

Not only that, there were also some who advised the “Bila Terasa Rindu” singer to set a good example to the community, especially given his status as a son of a minister as well as a public figure. Others have also urged the National Security Council (NSC) to issue a compound against Dafi and the rest of the celebrity judges.

As mentioned above, Astro has decided to suspend the singing reality program following an investigation into alleged violations of the Covid-19 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) by the Ministry of Communications and Multimedia (KKMM).

According to the Vice President of Content Development Strategy Malay Astro Entertainment, Raqim Ahmad, the fate of the program, which features a total of 50 celeb judges, will be determined after the investigation is carried out.

Raqim further added that the recording of “ATNM” was done in March in Putrajaya, prior to the implementation of MCO 3.0. The production also conducted swab tests on all the individuals involved before the filming took place. “Only individuals with negative status were allowed to proceed with the recording,” he said in a statement released to the press yesterday (Tuesday, 8th June).

When asked about Dafi’s involvement “ATNM”, Ismail Sabri replied, “The National Security Council (NSC) is investigating. No one is above the law. Action will be taken against anyone who violates the SOP, no matter who they are. Even if that person is my son.”


8 Exciting Facts about HBO’s “House Of The Dragon” Series

Since the series finale of 2019’s “Game of Thrones”, there’s been an epic fantasy shaped hole in the hearts of fans everywhere. So many of us longed to return to the royal lands of Westeros, to bear witness to the intriguing and eternal struggle for power amongst the Great Houses. At long last, we’re finally going to get our hands on one of HBO’s first spin-off series from “Game of Thrones”. Enter the “House of the Dragon”!

Whether you’re a longtime follower of George R.R. Martin’s books and shows, or a newcomer, “House of the Dragon” is definitely a series you should be looking out for. It’s a whole different era, with characters who have lived long before the Ned Stark, Cersei Lannister and even the Mad King Aerys II.

With the official trailer finally dropping, there’s no better time than now to learn your lore and get the down low on everything you need to know before the show drops this August!

In “Game of Thrones”, we’re constantly hearing about how House Targaryen was once the greatest power Westeros had ever seen until bit by bit, their dynasty fell apart. Sure the Mad King, Aerys II Targaryen was the last ruler in the line but he was not the main cause. No, it was a terrible civil war between members of the Targaryen family that tore their kingdom apart and forever weakened their hold on the Iron Throne. This civil war, set 200 years before the events of “Game of Thrones”, and would come to be known as the Dance of the Dragons. So expect to see all the delicious court intrigue and power-plays we’ve come to expect from its predecessor here. Now, let’s meet the dragons of this civil war.

The dragons in the Dance of the Dragons are referring to two key players here: Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen, played by Emma D’Arcy and Prince Aegon II Targaryen, played by Tom Glynn-Carney. The ruler of Westeros at the time was the benevolent and just King Viserys I Targaryen who had two potential successor, his oldest daughter from his first wife, Rhaenyra and the eldest son from his second wife Alicent Hightower, Aegon II. So when the Viserys I passed, Rhaenyra was meant to take the Iron Throne as its first queen but due to the patriarchal laws of succession, Aegon II stole that right from her. Aegon II assumed the Iron Throne only to be met by Rhaenyra challenging his claim through her many supporters.

Based on official the trailer, it seems Aegon’s mother, Alicent Hightower, played by Olivia Cooke, will be serving as the main antagonist to Rhaenyra this season. With her position, we’ll see her and Rhaenerys vie as the first lady of Westeros. We’ll probably only see Aegon II take on a more prominent role in future seasons.

Due to the fact that this war is taking place years before Robert’s Rebellion, unfortunately we won’t get to see cameos of Sean Bean’s Ned Stark, Mark Addy’s Robert Baratheon or the magnificent Charles Dance’s Tywin Lannister.

That being said, we will see their ancestors taking part in this upcoming civil war. The faction of Aegon II, the Greens, has the support of Ser Tyland Lannister and Lord Borros Baratheon. Meanwhile, Rhanerys’ faction, the Blacks, have the support of Lord Cregan Stark, the Warden of the North. We’re excited to see how the history of our beloved characters’ ancestors played a part in sowing the seeds of future wars to come as seen in “Game of Thrones”.

One the many things fans loved about “Game of Thrones” was its glorious depiction of how dragons factored into combat. How their daunting size, insatiable appetite and fire-breath brought a whole new dynamic to warfare. They were essentially living weapons of mass destruction! It took a while but we eventually got to see them grow into their full potential in the later seasons.

In “House of the Dragon”, you’ll get to see these beasts in action much sooner and more frequently. According to the books, there were 20 living dragons before the civil war. With the potential that there might be a few more we don’t know about too. So yes, expect to see a whole lot of dragon-on-dragon battles between Aegon II’s faction with Rhaenyra’s. Rhaenyra herself will also be riding into battle!

Beyond their amazing capabilities in war, the reason why the birth of Daenerys’ three dragons were seen as a miracle is because of the effects of the civil war. It nearly killed off every single damn dragon that the Targaryens had! By the time of the events in the first season of “Game of Thrones”, they were all thought to have been extinct by that point. You see the Targaryens came from a race of powerful dragonriders known as Valyrians, who ruled one of the most powerful empires in history. Then, they were all wiped out in an event known as the Doom of Valyria, the Valyrians along with their dragons. Luckily the Targaryens predicted this event and left early to the Westerosi island of Dragonstone. In its wake, the Targaryens and their dragons were seen as the greatest power in the Known World…until they brought about their own doom.

Growing up, we were major fans of Matt Smith’s Doctor Who. The British actor brought such charm, wit and gravitas to the iconic Timelord. Of course now, he’s better known for his role in “Morbius” as the dancing, shirtless Milo. In “House of the Dragon”, though, he plays the role of Prince Daemon Targaryen, the brother of Viserys I and husband to his niece, Rhaenyra. In the book “Fire and Blood”, Daemon is depicted as a mighty warrior who is devoted to seeing Rhaenyra ascend the Iron Throne. He also partook in one of the greatest dragonrider duels in the history of Westeros, the Battle Above Gods Eye. If the show manages to capture that battle accurately, it is going to be utterly wild!

Near the end of every season of “Game of Thrones”, you can always count on one man to ensure that it ends on a high note. That man is the legendary Miguel Sapochnik. He is the director responsible for famed battles such as the Battle of the Bastards, the Siege of King’s Landing and of course…the Massacre at Hardhome. Good God, just thinking about the episode “Hardhome” makes us weak in the knees. The scale, the cinematogaphy and the pacing, all masterfully done. So when we heard that Sapochnik and  creator George R.R. Martin are producing “House of the Dragon” together, we were sold! So for those worried about D.B. Weiss and David Benioff somehow ruining the show, you can rest easy. They’re not here.

For all you “Song of Ice and Fire” purists out there, don’t worry. The show won’t devolve into some semi-authentic, semi-head-canon mess. Martin has already chronicled the events of the show in his epic novel “Fire and Blood”, which by the way is an amazing read from start to finish! Some fans of “Game of Thrones” attributed the waning quality of the series to the lack of source material to draw from seeing that Martin has not released his follow-up book “The Winds of Winter”, which should have been the main inspiration for Season 6 onwards. Leaving Weiss and Benioff to pick up the pieces with a few plot beats from Martin. With “Fire and Blood” completed and Martin co-creating the show with Ryan J. Cordal, it seems like we’re in good hands.

Be sure to catch it on HBO Go when it hits on the 22nd August this year!

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8 Mind-Blowing Cameos We Could See In “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness”

It has only been a month since Sony and Marvel’s leviathan hit, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” rampaged its way into theatres worldwide. While that film continues to tear up box office records in the real world – despite the challenges of the pandemic, our eyes have turned to the next film in the cinematic chronology, Sam Raimi’s “Doctor Strange In The Multiverse of Madness”.

Picking up where we left off with the multiversal shenanigans of the Spidey flick, the “Doctor Strange” sequel will be exploring the rifts that have rippled across the universe. “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” is already shaping up to be one of the biggest films of 2021. However, what fans may not necessarily be prepared for is the sheer scope and scale of the film itself.

“The Multiverse is a concept about which we know frighteningly little…”

The Multiverse is not particularly new within the MCU as multiple worlds, dimensions, and realities have been explored. First mentioned in 2016’s “Doctor Strange”, we got a trippy first glimpse as the good doctor himself was transported across multiple realities in one of the finest sequences in the MCU.

Nevertheless, up until 2019, the films had only skirted around the fringes, temporarily exploring other realms, and only focusing on its surreal imagery. Although not mentioned explicitly, “Avengers: Endgame” did bring it to the forefront by making it a device for a second chance at defeating Thanos. However, it wasn’t until “Loki” and the aforementioned “No Way Home” that the best aspects of the Multiverse were finally unlocked.

The Multiverse itself is a conglomerate of all dimensions and parallel realities in existence. Although dimensions may exist as segments of a certain reality, there are parallel universes that exist adjacent to other continuities. In itself, the Multiverse is a treasure that allows us to see different versions of familiar characters.

Christened as Variants, these characters may look exactly like the ones we see in the prime continuity but maintain different life experiences, goals, motivations, and costumes. This has been the case for Tom Hiddleston’s Loki whereby the prime version bit the dust in the opening scene of “Avengers: Infinity War”.

However, a Variant became the main focus for the Disney+ show while another crazed variant in President Loki made an appearance. This seems to also be the case for Doctor Strange as there will be two other Variants in the sequel, namely Strange Supreme and Defender Strange.

Nevertheless, Variants may also be played by a different actor entirely, as seen in the case of the wallcrawler. Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield both returned to reprise their versions of Peter Parker, hence canonising the events of their respective films as part of the MCU’s Multiverse.

Back in November last year, THR reported that Sam Raimi’s feature was undergoing extensive reshoots. While it isn’t a surprise for a big blockbuster film to do so, the supporting notions that accompanied it did raise some eyebrows. A source suggested that the reshoots were “spurred by [“Spider-Man: No Way Home”] and the Disney+ “Loki” series” and Marvel wanting to include more cameos and character introductions.

Now, of course, this is huge for Marvel fans as there is literally no bar to what can happen as of now. Akin to how “No Way Home” was a pompous occasion for fans of the wall-crawler, “Multiverse of Madness” will be a giant celebration of Marvel.

Indeed, the amount of rumours hitting the Internet about who will appear in “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” has risen exponentially ever since the reshoots were announced. As long as the movie isn’t released, anything could happen. We’ve got about 99 problems trying to keep up with them as they’ve just gone Cray-Z. Hell, even Sam Raimi himself is unsure as to whether the reshoots are complete!

Regardless, we’re gonna try to take a look at some of them and compile the likeliest of them all. Take note that most of what comes next has not been confirmed officially by Marvel Studios. But hey, we love some good speculative fun! [Of course, here’s the obligatory *spoiler warning* for whatever might come ahead]

Fans have been clamouring to see the X-Men and other mutant characters interact alongside the Avengers in the MCU ever since the Fox-Disney deal went through. It seems that we are finally getting our wish with this outing as an insider had reported that Wanda Maximoff will be fighting a character from the Fox-Verse.

While said insider did not reveal who the Fox character was, a piece of concept art from the film supposedly leaked online, showing Wanda battling the unmistakable figure of Professor Charles Xavier!

New PRE VIS SHOT LEAK of Charles Xavier and Wanda Maximoff from Doctor Strange: In the Multiverse of Madness !!! #DrStrange2 #charlesxavier #professorx #WandaMaximoff pic.twitter.com/eQctoteIf0

— kaijuXO (@gxowtham) September 25, 2021

The authenticity of the above could definitely be doubted. BUT there is one fact that could actually aid in hardening the evidence here. Just take at the following still from “Multiverse of Madness” trailer.

It can indeed be noted that Wanda is donning garb similar to the concept art image. That white top. Dark pants. Glowing red hands. The evidence seems to be nicely lining up for it to merely be a coincidence.

Truly, an appearance by Charles Xavier would be significant for two reasons. Of course, it officially introduces a mutant as part of the canon. The second reason would probably carry more weight within the context of the film as Professor X is part of the Illuminati.

In the comics, the Illuminati are a secret group consisting of the greatest minds on the planet. The group has most famously consisted of powerhouses like Mister Fantastic, Professor X, Iron Man, Black Panther, Namor, Doctor Strange, and Black Bolt. They hold covert meetings, sharing strategies and information, operating under the radar successfully despite their distinct egos and differential traits.

Now, it would make sense to introduce the Illuminati in the MCU as some sort of Multiversal gatekeeper. If a rift between the Multiverse has happened, they would probably be the first in line to keep it under wraps. Alternatively, it could also be theorized that Strange and co. get transported to a universe where the Illuminati are in control and hence, are subdued by their forces.

If Professor X does make a cameo as a Variant, it is unclear whether Patrick Stewart or James McAvoy, both of whom played the mutant back in the Fox days, would be returning. Regardless, this is an insane start to even more madness. So, stay tuned!

Now, what comes to mind when you think of Sam Raimi? That’s right! You think of the Tobey Maguire “Spider-Man” films.

The greatest responsibility the MCU had for “No Way Home” was reintroducing Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man into the MCU. The character, amusingly dubbed “Peter 2”, made a powerful impact on Tom Holland’s Peter Parker, even teaching him a thing or two about the hero’s code. Now that the switch to the arachnid fun is dimmed, Peter 2 might be a free agent to travel the Multiverse.

Back in 2020, FandomWire suggested that Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man might actually appear in “Multiverse of Madness”. At the time, the report had next to no clout. Nonetheless, considering that Peter 2 did materialize in “No Way Home”, there is a possibility that they might have latched onto something early.

Besides, a recent social media post by Portuguese dubbing actress Mariana Torres has fueled the fire. To provide some context, Mariana is the voice dub actress for Elizabeth Olsen’s Scarlet Witch. Teasing that “good things are coming”, the actress posed with Manolo Rey, who is the official voice dub for Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man. So, Scarlet Witch and Spidey. Hmm… we wonder what they could be referring to.

It would be a dream to see Maguire reunite with the “Evil Dead” director. After all, Raimi did bring out the best of Maguire’s Spider-Man, all while creating a compelling story for fans to follow and care about. Both of their legacies have been tied to this character and it would be amazing for this relationship to flourish through the screens once more.

Who knows, we might even see the return of Bully Maguire! [Cue the James Brown funk]

The trailer for “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” showed us that “What If…?” characters could make the jump into live-action as well. The morally dubious version of Stephen Strange surprised audiences when he faced down the Master of the Mystic Arts with an imposing grin. Indeed it begs the question of whether other alternate versions from the animated series could translate into live-action in the movie.

It doesn’t seem likely that Chris Evans will be rushing to return as Steve Rogers at the moment. However, one patriotic candidate that could be making an appearance is Hayley Atwell’s Captain Carter, who first debuted in the Disney+ anthology.

In the show, Peggy Carter took the place of Steve Rogers as the recipient of the Super Soldier serum, gaining attributes of enhanced speed, strength, and durability. Captain Carter also received her own vibranium shield but instead of a silver star on its centre, it’s decorated with a Union Jack pattern.

In her spotlight episode, Captain Carter’s story echoes that of Steve Roger’s in the main timeline. However, a big difference is the third act to that episode which features a tentacled beast summoned by Johann Schmidt aka The Red Skull. Dubbed the Champion of HYDRA, the beast immediately begins attacking everyone around it, even killing the Red Skull.

With no other choice, Captain Carter makes the ultimate sacrifice by leaving her reality behind to push the beast back into its domain. The time-twisting properties of the Champion’s home, however, causes Peggy to appear out of a wormhole in 2012 where she meets Nick Fury and Hawkeye.

In the trailer for “Multiverse of Madness”, we get a brief glimpse at a tentacled beast albeit in its full form. The character, Gargantos – which should be an amalgamation with Shuma-Gorath from the comics as well- is shown throwing a bus at Strange and Miss America. If they are going down the Shuma-Gorath route, the sorcerers will be facing down a tough opponent.

It stands to reason that Gargantos/Shuma-Gorath, or a version of it, was the Champion of HYDRA in Captain Carter’s timeline. If anything, this might help propel an appearance by alternate Super Soldier due to her ties with the creature.

The creative team behind “What If…?”, A.C. Bradley and Bryan Andrews, have expressed their interest in bringing Captain Carter to live-action. While we do not think that the duo is directly involved in “Multiverse of Madness”, the prospect of bringing Hayley Atwell back for another bout, especially as a superhero, would be too good of a chance to let up.

One of the biggest rumours to hit the Internet thus far is Iron Man’s return to the MCU. The only twist? Robert Downey Jr. would not be returning to reprise his decade-long role. Rather, Marvel might have reached out to another high-profile actor to do the deed. And that name is none other than Tom Cruise.

For the uninitiated, the “Mission Impossible” star was actually in the running to play the armoured Avenger back in the early 2000s. Nevertheless, Cruise himself was reluctant to take on the part. In fact, the actor told the press back in 2008 that the role wasn’t meant for him citing that it would not have worked if he continued pursuing the role.

He also had high praise for the eventual bearer, saying: “Robert Downey Jr. was perfect. I couldn’t imagine anyone else like Iron Man. Really. It was exceptional.”

Considering Robert Downey Jr.’s story within the Marvel Cinematic Universe came to a close in 2019, it stands to reason that Marvel could resurrect Iron Man for another appearance with another performer while also paying respect to Cruise’s erstwhile ties to the character.

(Rumor) Possibly the first image of Tom Cruise on set #DoctorStrange2 in (Motion Capture) for his Iron Man pic.twitter.com/nlvjj7sBAm

— Moth Culture (@Moth_Culture) January 18, 2022

Recently, a set photo of the actor in a mo-cap suit akin made its way online. Indeed, Cruise was sporting some very extravagant facial hair akin to how a Tony Stark would look like. It is worth noting that the set image could have been fabricated but it is still a juicy bit to chew on.

Furthermore, like the pre-visualisation for Professor X, there is also another piece of leaked concept that made its rounds online. Displaying a subdued Strange at the hands of some Ultron bots, it may seem that Tony Stark might have gotten his wish to see his suit of armour around the world in this universe.

Vazou uma imagem de Doutor Estranho 2, nela, podemos ver dois Ultron bots que capturaram Stephen Strange e o trouxeram para o professor Xavier do Patrick Stewart, que está ao lado do Barão Mordo#DoctorStrangeInTheMultiverseOfMadness #DoctorStrange #Marvel #Disney pic.twitter.com/Vv06mMCHF3

— Mundo Geek (@MundoGeekOF1) October 5, 2021

There is a theory suggesting that Cruise’s character may be based on the Superior Iron Man run, whereby the worst qualities of Tony Stark came together to form a villainous figure. He wears an Endo-Sym armour, which has a symbiotic relationship akin to Eddie Brock and Venom’s. Nevertheless, his twisted morality and mind made him a powerful and difficult opponent that did not care for the greater good.

It might be great to see this version of Tony Stark appear on-screen. After all, we have already associated the main RDJ version to be the ultimate hero, having gone through an entire journey about the greater good and sacrifice. Tom Cruise’s version should be distinct enough so that it doesn’t diminish the goodwill that has been done but to make a shocking twist that adds significant stakes to the future of the MCU.

Honestly, the less said about “Inhumans”, the better. Oh, we’re not talking about THAT version? Phew.

In December of 2021, a report by FandomWire provided the scoop that an Inhuman will be debuting in the “Doctor Strange” sequel. The report also strongly hinted at a specific Inhuman in the form of Black Bolt. However, it did not say whether other members of the Inhuman royal family like Medusa, Gorgon, Karnak, and Crystal would make appearances.

It has been public knowledge that the cinematic “Inhumans” debut was set to happen in 2019 but was ultimately removed from the slate and replaced with a series order on ABC. Unfortunately, the TV project debuted to a dismaying critical reception with many criticising its shoddy dialogue, development choices, sub-par effects and costumes.

Black Bolt, played by Anson Mount in the show, suffered from a ridiculous fall in power levels and never rose to the level he was supposed to be at. If the character does appear in “Multiverse of Madness”, this could be a suitable time to elevate and redeem the Inhuman king. He’s one of the most powerful heroes in the Marvel pantheon and they have the chance now to let him voice his matters seriously!

Although Anson Mount is an incredible actor, it might make sense for Marvel to distance itself from this particular blot in its slate and maintain a fresh look for the Inhuman King. The Inhumans are a great team and having them alongside the Avengers and X-Men would certainly be great for the MCU moving forward.

It may be a while more before we actually get to see Marvel’s First Family join the MCU but that does not mean Kevin Feige and co. haven’t been busy. The Jon Watts “Fantastic Four” film is still in development as of now but a recent report suggested that casting for the reboot is currently underway.

However, we might not have to wait till the film is released to actually see the seeds. “Multiverse of Madness” is reportedly setting up the debut for a certain member of the Fantastic Four, namely stretchy scientist Reed Richards. But that’s not all, The Illuminerdi learned that actor John Krasinski has already been cast and has shot his scenes for the movie as well.

Now, John Krasinski along with his wife, Emily Blunt, have been fan cast by the Internet to play Reed and Sue Richards respectively. While Blunt has shunned the notion of starring in comic book films, her husband has been open to the idea of playing a superhero.

As a matter of fact, Krasinski was one of the frontrunners to play Captain America before Chris Evans was cast. He even tested the star-spangled suit but according to him, he got intimidated by Chris Hemsworth’s physique as Thor. One decade and a failed F4 reboot later, we’re getting closer to having both Krasinski and the First Family in the MCU.

Like Kang aka Nathaniel Richards, Mister Fantastic could have his own council of Reeds. Even if the version introduced in “Multiverse of Madness” is a Variant, Krasinski could still end up playing the character in the main timeline and maybe even more versions down the road.

As of now, we guess Krasinski will be opting for the embrace of a quiet place prior to the film’s release.

Vengeance is about to be unleashed upon the Multiverse!

Being one of the earliest rumours during the initial production schedule, Atlanta Filming, exposed that Ghost Rider will feature in “Multiverse of Madness”, Not only that, the outlet also stated that the character would trapped in some kind of spiritual prison but will be freed along the way.

Now, we have to take Sam Raimi’s background as a horror director into account. Before he got the “Spider-Man” gig, horror films were his staple. Indeed, he created the “Evil Dead” franchise with Bruce Campbell (also rumoured to appear in the film) along with horror hits like “Drag Me To hell”.

Elizabeth Olsen has also described the feature as the “scariest Marvel movie” like the “old Sam Raimi” in which there will be some terrifying madness within the sandbox. Writer Michael Waldron also stated that he and Raimi worked together to push the movie in a scarier trajectory. Building upon what Scott Derrickson, who had worked on the first movie, we will see a “sort of spookiness throughout”.

It would not be out of the realm of possibility to have a freakish character like Ghost Rider appear in “Multiverse of Madness” in a cameo. As of now, it remains uncertain which version of Ghost Rider would make the cut. They could be using the Robbie Reyes version as popularized by “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” If they want to get the best reception from the audience, however, it will have to be the original Ghost Rider, Johnny Blaze.

A return to Ghost Rider’s roots could set up a whole bunch of team-up and storytelling possibilities. With “Moon Knight” and “Blade” on the way, there could be set-ups for a “Midnight Sons” narrative in the future. Besides, Johnny Blaze could eventually be the conduit for everyone’s favourite red demon to enter the fray. Say his name. ME-PHIS- nah… we don’t want to jinx it this time.

“Spider-Man: No Way Home” may have been the one to actually bring back legacy characters into the MCU, but it was a little show on Disney+ that opened the floodgates to the Multiverse. Considering the premise of “Loki” dealt with diverging timelines, Nexus events, and that crazy ending with a Kang variant, it might be a safe bet to assume that the god of mischief does return for more Multiversal madness.

In the finale of “Loki” season 1, both the title character and Sylvie journey to the Citadel at the End of Time and come face to face with Jonathan Majors’ He Who Remains. However, Sylvie’s blind rage causes her to kill the Kang variant, unleashing the full divergence of the Multiverse which the Time Variance Authority is unable to contain any longer.

Meanwhile, Loki gets trapped in a dangerous timeline where an evil Kang variant is the ruler of that reality. On that ominous note, the show ends.

Back in September of 2021, it was reported that Tom Hiddleston’s stunt double was in the film. But that wasn’t the end. The stunt double for Owen Wilson and Sophia Di Martino, who play Mobius and Sylvie respectively, were also reportedly working on the film as well.

It is also worth noting that Michael Waldron, who is the head writer on “Loki”, is also one of the scribes for the film. Therefore, one could deduce that a Loki appearance would have been in the first few drafts from the start as the film could serve as a spiritual sequel to the series.

Now, the most tangible evidence we have had thus far comes in the trailer. In the trailer shot that we mentioned earlier, one can notice an orange gleam behind Wanda’s glowing palm. Now, that is the unmistakable shape and colour of a TVA door. A random TVA agent could just walk out that door but it’s more likely that Loki and his adjacent fellows will make an appearance.

As of now, Loki’s appearance in “The Multiverse of Madness” is the most probable on this entire list as there’s just too much evidence in play here. We’re kneeling here, Tom. Don’t let us down!

Do you think we will see all of the characters mentioned above in the “Doctor Strange” sequel? What other characters would you like to see in the film? List your picks in the comments!

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Hype Eats: Yummy Promos Not To Be Missed In The Klang Valley (4th July – 10th July)

It is well established that people seek comfort food or want to explore their dessert options at any point in their lives. It could be during an outing with family or friends, celebrating a special occasion, or dying to binge after a stressful event or a breakup.

This week’s Hype Eats will offer you a list of sweetness you cannot miss. You can get ice cream, milkshake, parfait, or kunafa, to name a few. So, don’t wait and get down to the list immediately!

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Location: All Family Mart Malaysia outlets (except Genting & KLIA)

In conjunction with the opening of its 300th store, Family Mart Malaysia has exciting promotions for you! So head to your nearby Family Mart and enjoy the unique three-week promotions such as two Sofuto Cones for RM3, a large iced or hot latte at RM4.80, and many more!

2. Häagen-Dazs Limited Time Summer Creations

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Location: All Häagen-Dazs Malaysia outlets

Brain freeze most definitely won’t stop you from savouring Häagen-Dazs’ limited-time fruity menu! Visit their nearest outlet now to get a hand on their milkshakes or parfaits freshly made with natural fruits and their Summer Creations ice cream flavours – watermelon and strawberry, and cherry blackberry. More information is available on their website and Facebook.

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Location: 44-2G, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Bukit Bintang, 50250 Kuala Lumpur

Take a trip to Turkey – just kidding – to Bukit Bintang Kuala Lumpur for the best authentic Turkey desserts! You don’t have to splurge on flight tickets, accommodation, and such to get your hands on Turkish Kunafa, Turkish Delights, coffee, and ice cream. Visit their Instagram or TikTok page now to learn more about Kunafa Crisp.

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Location: All Marrybrown Malaysia outlets

Marrybrown brings you their latest menu, the Oishii Japan menu, which contains a surprise kick in every bite while also providing a comforting taste of happiness. This exquisite seasonal menu, featuring the season’s new flavour, Teriyaki Wasabi, will be available in Marrybrown outlets nationwide from now until 7th August. You can check out their Facebook or Instagram page for more details!

Anis Sharina contributed to this article.

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Sunway Lagoon Launches “Waterplexx 5D”

The “Waterplexx 5D” is a water-based attraction which engaged the rider’s sense of sight, sound, and touch. The first in the world of its kind, the “Waterplexx 5D” is also the first of two new attractions announced by Sunway Lagoon, with a total estimated investment of RM20 million.

Fog, smoke effects, water jets, fountains, and mist all packed into the ultimate, multi-sensory journey is what makes up a total”Waterplexx 5D” experience.

The “Waterplexx 5D” seats 36 people in every experience which lasts approximately 10 minutes. The riders are then put in the midst of the action of the animated movie. Whether its a pirate;s adventure or an underwater wonderland, visitors can expect to feel everything they see, from the gusts of wind to a powerful gale.

Following the launch of “Waterplexx 5D”, Sunway Lagoon is also set to launch the world’s largest vortex water ride, “Vuvuzela”, targeted for the first quarter of 2013.

For more information, hit up Sunway Lagoon’s website or Facebook page.


Netflix’s “Metal Lords” Review: A Teen Rock Comedy As Forgetable As A Maroon 5 Song

Hey, remember D.B. Weiss and David Benioff? They were the creators of one of the most popular fantasy TV series of all time, “Game of Thrones”. Even if you didn’t follow the show, you knew at least five people who wouldn’t shut up about the Red Wedding. Well, since its controversial series finale, Weiss and Benioff have seemingly disappeared into obscurity. So you can imagine our surprise when we heard that the two of them teamed up with director Peter Sollett to make a…teen rock comedy? It’s been an age since a high school rock comedy has been on anyone’s mind. Barring Jack Black’s legendary “School of Rock” of course.

Enter Netflix’s “Metal Lords”, a coming-of-age teen comedy about three social misfits finding confidence in the power of rock and roll. It’s time to find out if “Metal Lords” will enter the ax-shredding hall of film valhalla or be left in the dust with Disney’s “Camp Rock.

The premise of the film sounds like it could be a gateway to a ton of zany misadventures and wild mischief. In spite of the film’s constant insistence on its subversive free spirit, the film’s plot can best be described as tamed. Anyone whose ever watched a high school film about misunderstood people finding a passion and impressing everyone will know the hymn sheet being sung here. Replace its narrative core with fishing, swimming or baking and you’d still wind up with essentially the same film.

It becomes even more tedious when it decides to focus on the dull bromance drama going on between quiet, nerdy Kevin Schlieb and his angsty partner, Hunter Sylvester. The banter between them is not very compelling to say the least. In fact, a lot of the jokes in “Metal Lords” seem to be hinged on someone saying a swear word very loudly. This isn’t the early 2000s anymore! Hunter is meant to be the troubled, yet sympathetic character that the audience roots for. Unfortunately, he comes off as obnoxious and painfully cringe-worthy. There is some backstory about his mother abandoning him and his father, but it never gets fleshed out.

The same can be said with Kevin as well. He’s mostly there to be Hunter’s support system before eventually drifting away and finding his way back to his friend. There’s nothing wrong with this dynamic, we’ve seen it work well in films like “21 Jump Street”. The reason it works there and not here is because the film actually had funny characters. The most entertaining aspect of the film is Emily’s journey. A quick tempered young lady who finds release from her inner demons in the embrace of metal. Sadly, her role in the film is merely to be the rift that tears Kevin and Hunter apart before their eventual reconciliation.

Somewhere in “Metal Lords” is a good-natured message about self-expression and how being yourself is the most metal thing in the world! Anyone whose into real heavy metal will tell you that this sounds pretty trite and lame. This is a classic case of the film trying to have its cake and eat at the same time. Either go all out and nuts a’la “Superbad” as an insane comedy or play it straight and focus on the internal turmoil and work that goes into making a band.

There are some brief moments of greatness that shine in the film. Namely in the final scene in which the band is finally playing some actual music as the crowd turns into a mosh pit. This is what we came for: the hysterical, high-energy of a rock performance. The film’s original track “Machinery of Torment” is an excellent jam that could have been accompanied with a bunch of other great tracks. There’s so much potential there for bits, gags and elaborate comedic sequences but it’s all wasted. When it finally does arrive it’s too little and too late.

Jaeden Martell’s Kevin is likable enough as the blooming wallflower. You may remember him as the leader of the Loser’s Club, Bill Denbrough in 2017’s “It”. He delivers the few chuckle-worthy lines in the film with effortlessly awkward sincerity. While perhaps not as skilled in the art of the endearing goofball as Michael Cera, Martell very well could be one day. He certainly has great on-screen with Isis Hainsworth’s Emily. In spite of the trailer’s depiction of Emily as some hilarious rage monster, there’s a lot more to the character than meets the eye.

Adrian Greensmith’s Hunter, however, is quite unbearable. We’re supposed to identify with him as this quirky, impulsive rocker wannabe who wants to be seen except there’s just no way someone can be this whinny and difficult! Writer D.B. Weiss does very little to endear Hunter to us. This could all be fixed if Hunter’s metal-worshipping ways was played with some self-awareness. Believe it or not, nobody wants to listen to a character who just preaches about the glory of rock.

Thankfully, the film’s runtime isn’t very long, clocking in at a little over an hour and a half. That being said, a good portion of the runtime is eaten by…musical montages. And if you’ve read our “To All the Boys: Always and Forever” review, you know our stance. This trope needs to die a fiery death.

Netflix’s “Metal Lords” is about as memorable as a Maroon 5 album. It has found a way to make the idea of a teenage rock comedy as boring and unappealing as muzak in an elevator. The script does a disservice to its three leads with dated humour and a paper thin plot. When it finally does deliver on the expected musical madness, it ends all too quickly. You’re better off looking for the “Machinery of Torment” music video on YouTube than sitting through the film.

“Metal Lords” is streaming on Netflix today.

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Netflix's "Metal Lords" is about as memorable as a Maroon 5 album. It has found a way to make the idea of a teenage rock comedy as boring and unappealing as muzak in an elevator. The script does a disservice to its three leads with dated humour and a paper thin plot. When it finally does deliver on the expected musical madness, it ends all too quickly.


Rumour: Damian Lewis May Replace Daniel Craig As The Next #JamesBond

If we were to believe the rumours, “Spectre” would mark Daniel Craig‘s 4th and final outing as the world’s most famous super spy, James Bond. In fact, speculations ran wild that Damian Lewis could be replacing Craig in the role of 007.

These rumours have forced one UK bookmarker to slash its odds on Lewis from 25/1 to 3/1.

Lewis is best known for portraying U.S Marine Sergeant Nicholas Brody in the Showtime series, “Homeland”. The role earned him a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award. He is currently playing Henry VII in “Wolf Hall”, a British TV serial that was first broadcast on BBC Two in January this year.

According to Britain’s biggest bookmaker William Hill, odds were slashed on Lewis out of the blue. However, “Thor” star Idris Elba remains bookie’s favourite as he stands at 5/2.

William Hill spokesman Rupert Adams said:

This is an unprecedented gamble, as for no apparent reason we have seen bets of up to £200 (USD312) on Damian Lewis being named as the next Bond. This could well be significant and might herald the end of Daniel Craig as the world’s most famous spy.

Other actors who are in contention to play James Bond are Tom Hardy, Henry Cavill, Michael Fassbender, and Orlando Bloom. Hardy stands at 4/1 while Cavil stands at 5/1. Fassbender and Bloom stand at 7/1 and 12/1 respectively.

The odds that “Spectre” will be Craig’s last appearance as Bond are 10/1.

Lewis may have already hinted his desire to play the famed super spy during an interview with The Telegraph back in 2013. He joked that the Scottish heritage outlined in “Skyfall” had “paved the way perfectly for a red-headed Bond”.

What do you think of this piece of rumour? Do you think Craig should be replaced by Lewis? Which actor do you think should play the next incarnation of James Bond? Let us know in the comments box.


5 K-Pop Comebacks To Look Forward To This September

K-Pop fans, are you ready for September?

While August was filled with critically-acclaimed releases, September will be as equally exciting as there will be a slew of comebacks from your favourite stars. From April to Lee Hi, here are 5 K-pop acts you should be paying attention to this month:

After surprising ARMYs (as BTS’ fans are lovingly known) with a teaser poster of Jungkook early this month, Big Hit Entertainment announced that BTS will be making their comeback in September.

This time, the boys’ new series is called “Love Yourself” and according to Big Hit, it will continue on into 2018. This comes after the group’s previous school trilogy, “The Most Beautiful Moment in Life” series, as well as “Wings” and its repackaged version “You Never Walk Alone”.

The exact comeback date has yet to be determined as the group and the company are considering various dates.

YG Entertainment’s solo artiste Lee Hi is finally making a comeback in September! The 20-year-old songstress is reportedly working on new tracks for her new album. A rep from YG said, “Lee Hi is aiming to make a comeback in September. She’s continually been working on her album. The format of her album is unconfirmed.”

This would mark her first release since “Seoulite” in March 2016.

In a recent episode of “JYP Party People”, Lee broke down in tears while talking about her long hiatus. She shared, “(The hardest thing) is when I can’t do what I love as much as I want. I want to sing so much and I want to sing in front of my fans so much, but it didn’t happen as freely as I wanted it to.”

Aww, don’t cry Lee Hi! You’ll be able to sing on stage again very soon!

Following the release of “MAYDAY” in spring, DSP Media stated that April will be releasing a new album in September. According to insiders, the girls are planning on a more mature image this time around.

We can’t wait to see what kind of music they’ll release this time :)

Although EXO just released their 4th album “The War” last month, the boys are reportedly releasing their repackaged album next month. In a recent tweet, EXO tweeted about the eclipse via their official account.

In case you didn’t know, the “eclipse” concept has always been a a big thing for EXO. The concept has been used in several EXO music videos including “MAMA”, “Angel”, “Black Pearl”, and most recently “Ko Ko Bop”.

Sources said that Cube Entertainment’s newest boy group, PENTAGON, is making a quick comeback on 6th September. This would mark the large scale idol group’s follow-up release after their popular mini-album “Ceremony.”

Fans are speculating that member Hui will personally produce the album as the singer has been praised for his involvement in “Produce 101 Season 2” track “Never” and Wanna One’s debut title track “Energetic”.

Which release are you looking forward to most? Tell us what you think in the comments box below!

Sources: Soompi (1) (2) (3), Koreaboo, All Kpop / Featured image: Pinterest.

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Robert Pattinson Talks About Buffing Up For Batman Body

There’s a lot of pressure for Robert Pattinson heading into production for “The Batman” and one of that includes getting into shape.

During the press tour for his new film, “The Lighthouse”, the 33-year-old actor was asked if he had already began working out a lot to get into superhero shape for his role as Bruce Wayne.

“I’m in the early stages,” Pattinson laughed. “Very, very early.” When the female reporter brought up the fact that he wasn’t very fond of exercising, the Brit replied, “I didn’t when I was younger, but now as I have kind of gotten older, I’m slowly getting aware of ageing. So I’m kind of like, ‘I got to put in some effort otherwise I’m going to get hip replacement’.”

In another interview, the A-lister also shared how exercising is now appealing to him in his 30s. “I used to hate working out. In my 30s, I find it very meditative. It’s weird,” he said. “When you feel like someone’s not forcing it on you, and you’re doing it for yourself, it’s a very different experience… I’m weirdly looking forward to it.”

He then added, “The dieting too. I’m an extremist. I’ll eat nothing but pizzas for months so by the time I have to diet my body is like, ‘Thank god. Please only healthy stuff from now.’ … I’ve been bulking.”

Many “Twilight” fans would remember Pattinson’s role as the vampire Edward Cullen in the sage. When shooting takes place, it’ll be approximately a decade since he had to work out in the same sort of capacity. Needless to say, “The Batman” will be more physically-demanding than the “Twilight” series.

Cosmic Book News alleged that the trainer responsible for getting Zachary Levi into shape for “Shazam!” is being considered to train Pattinson for “The Batman”. The English star has already teased that the new Batsuit is “very,very cool”, so we can’t wait to see him kicking butt as the new Dark Knight.

When asked about the iconic Batman voice, Pattinson cite co-star Willem Dafoe in “The Lighthouse” as an inspiration. “It is pretty similar, the voice I’m gonna do, to Willem’s.” He couldn’t have pick a better source of inspiration than Dafoe’s growl.

Quando falam que o Robert Pattinson não é uma boa escolha para o Batman. Com o apoio do Duende Verde ainda. pic.twitter.com/7nJ4fxiHRT

— Lucas Salgado (@lucas_salgado) May 20, 2019

In talking to BBC, the handsome star also revealed that he’s not approaching this DC superhero like other characters from the small independent films he’s done. “Now that I’m starting to get into it, I don’t want to approach it as kind of a big studio thing where all you’re really doing is thinking about your trailer. I want to approach it in exactly the same way, I want it to be frightening, I want it to be something you lose yourself in,” he said.

Pattinson continued, “I think it’s more difficult to do, because it’s such a familiar character to lots of people, but I think there’s something, I don’t know. If you can find a place, a way to lose yourself in it, then I think it’s really exciting.”

Warner Bros has set 25th June 2021 as the release date for “The Batman”.

Sources: Cosmic Book News, Heroic Hollywood.


Come Try Out New Nespresso Coffee At KLCC For Free

Nestle’s Nespresso is introducing 5 new Master Origin coffees from 5 countries in an exciting roadshow and coffee lover are welcomed to have a taste of these brand new flavours for free!

Coming from the countries of Columbia, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia and Nicaragua, the event will feature master artisans inspired from each country on-ground to showcase the unique craftsmanship of the respective countries.

Don’t miss the opportunity to  taste new flavours of the Master Origin collection and embark on a journey of discovering the culture and birthplaces of the coffees while interacting with the respective master artisans.

The roadshow takes place from now onwards until this weekend (Sunday, 23rd September 2018) from 10am until 10pm at the Main Concourse area of Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.

Be sure to bring all of your coffee-loving friends and family because the event is absolutely FREE! For more information, visit www.nestle-nespresso.com.

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Woman Channels Cinderella To Spread Positivity Among Fellow Amputees

Dreams do come true after all – despite the different shapes and sizes.

Growing up as an amputee, voice actress and cosplayer Mandy Pursley grew up not knowing she can do more than what she has. All she had in mind was that not all people would accept her fully. As a result, she was left struggling to embrace her physical difference for quite a long time.

Things took a turn when her daughter learnt about the story of Cinderella in her school last year. At that point, Mandy has seen this as an opportunity to become a good role model for not only her daughter, but also for everyone who’s experienced the exact same situation.

In doing so, Mandy decided to celebrate her ‘difference’ by creating this stunning Cinderella-inspired ballroom costume. The interesting part is – instead of using glass slippers, she switched them to a glass arm to fit the stunning gown. In addition, her husband Ryan also made a special appearance as her real-life Prince Charming.

Check out some of their dreamlike snapshots here:

According to Mandy, she spent estimably 60-hours of her effort in working on the Disney Princess’ gown. “The dress has around $300 worth of materials. The glass arm also used a few $100 worth of materials, plus the time of the talented artist Gilbert Lozano to bring it to life!” she said in an interview.

Additionally, she also hand-crafted her husband’s head to toe Prince Charming outfit – she added that she took 30-hours to finish the costume. For those who are curious, she used her feet for support while sewing, which she described the process like “having 3 arms!”.

After photos of herself with her prince went viral, people all over the internet shared their happiness and were touched with Mandy’s life story. Most of them sent words of love and encouragement for her effort and hard work, despite being an amputee. They also praised her take on reenacting the classic Disney movie.

This talented bombshell also spilled that she has made a few other dresses, but she described this project as by far her most difficult one yet. “The whole concept had such special significance to me that I wanted to make sure the dress was worthy of a real princess,” she further added.

She also shared a piece of advice to anyone who’s also facing similar hardships and experience like her. She pointed out that everyone should not “be afraid to dream big and work hard to make it happen! Everyone faces some sort of challenge, but those hurdles can make us stronger and more resilient if we face them with determination and a positive attitude.”


WeChat Announces Exciting Localization Plans

WeChat, the #1 most downloaded free social communication application in the world which recently launched in Malaysia, has announced its commitment to support local collaborations and will be actively rolling out activities related to Malaysians:

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For more information, hit up their official website or their Facebook page.


Interview: 4 Questions For DJ Kaylova Before Siloso Beach Party 2019

Siloso Beach Party is back for its 13th edition, featuring non-stop chart toppers across music genres.

To keep things fresh, Sentosa embarked on a collaboration with crowd-favourite and sought-after stalwart of Siloso Beach Party, DJ Kaylova, to take the many sounds at Siloso Beach and transform it into an epic track titled Siloso Beat. Taking the midnight set this year, she will be welcoming the New Year with this hit.

It’s less than a month away to ring in the new year at the biggest countdown party in Singapore. ???Grab your tickets now at 15% off when you use the promo code: asbpdj15. Tickets: https://store.sentosa.com.sg/ SEE YOU ON THE 31st ???

A post shared by  K A Y L O V A (@djkaylova) on Dec 2, 2019 at 9:10pm PST

Check out what DJ Kaylova had to say in the interview transcript below:

If you look at the upcoming festivals and electronic dance music releases, Psytrance, Hardstyle and Future Bass are increasing in popularity. I also noticed that many DJs no longer stick to one genre during their sets as new trends are emerging so quickly that the audience has so much to choose from and they want to hear everything in a set.

2. Her feelings about spinning at Siloso Beach Party for 5 consecutive years and what’s new this year.

It’s always surprising and exciting whenever Siloso Beach Party is nearing! The stage set up, DJ lineup and pre-promotion campaigns are unique every year. I’d never know what I’m expecting! This year, I’ve also created more edits and mashups that I’ll be playing exclusively at Siloso Beach Party 2019, to usher in the new decade.

3. What inspired her vision behind mixing the track and how does she want listeners to feel.

I had a lot on my mind when I first started the Siloso Beat project. Sentosa is a place where I’ve seen its transformation since I was a kid till my adulthood and I’m sure it’s the same for many Singaporeans. I wanted to incorporate all the possible unique sounds that I could find on the island and make it into a track that people can hear and can feel as if they are already on Sentosa, surrounded by these elements without being physically there. The track also has an incredible amount of energy. I hope it sets all the partygoers in the mood ready for the upcoming Siloso Beach Party!

4. Challenges she faced while working on the Siloso Beat.

Definitely the timeline and the whole process of trying to find that perfect sound! Producing music takes a lot of time and not to forget recording these raw sounds under Singapore’s hot weather. Nonetheless, the entire production was super fun and a great experience for me. I’ve never done this before and I’m glad I took up this challenge.

Grab your tickets now at 15% off when you use the promo code: asbpdj15. Tickets here.

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Twitch Struggles To Bring Streamers Back After Ridiculous Monetization Reforms

From live esports to humble VTubers – streaming content creators’ videos has been quite a popular pastime for many people, and though it received a sudden meteoric rise during the COVID pandemic, it can’t be denied that people are keeping up with their favourite online personalities. There have been many streaming channels competing for both creators’ and consumers’ attention, but one has reigned supreme since 2011, and that’s none other than Twitch.

However, despite its sheer popularity, streamers have voiced their dismay with the platform for all its automated replies and terrible customer service. Still, many choose to stay, as not only have they made it their home, but they find the act of transitioning bothersome, leading them to endure it all – that is, until recently, when Twitch decided to target streamers’ main source of income, resulting in a mass exodus of both creators and viewers. Here’s what’s happening.

As much as we hate ads, they do put food on the table for streamers. With all the donations streamers are receiving from their viewers, you might think that that is their main source of income, but that cannot be further from the truth. Twitch is a big platform, but it is also “free”, which begs the question of how they keep the lights on at their headquarters. Well, for starters, they take a cut from the streamers’ revenue and work on a 50-50 split between the creator and the platform they are streaming on.

However, if you are a top streamer, you’d receive 70% instead of the standard 50%. This demands that you stream for the better part of a week, but as a main source of revenue, many chose this and turn it into their profession. However, Twitch decided to roll back on this, giving top streamers the standard 50-50 split again. Despite the public outcry, Twitch stuck to their guns, causing many to move to greener pastures or adapt. Those who adapted leaned heavily towards advertising.

Though annoying for viewers, it is through these sponsorships that they are still able to watch their favourite streamers. Not only that, alongside the revenue from the platform, content creators can receive additional funding from the ads they are running without the middleman taking a bite out of it. But we can’t always have nice things.

Twitch has new Branded Content Guidelines.

– On-stream logos are limited to 3% of screen size.– Burned-in video Ads are NOT allowed.– Burned-in Display Ads are NOT allowed.– Burned-in Audio Ads are NOT allowed.#TwitchNews #TOSgg pic.twitter.com/QrlrQhGAbm

— Zach Bussey (@zachbussey) June 6, 2023

Twitch announced their new guidelines for branded content (with images), and it simply annihilates all streamers’ bottom lines. To keep things concise, banner ads, video ads, audio ads, and burned-in ads (meaning pre-recorded ads or commercials that are embedded directly into the stream) are all gone. Keep in mind that these are the most common forms of ad placement. These immediately ruin esports events, like Valorant, Dota 2, or CS:GO tournaments, as most if not all of them rely on the ads mentioned above to recoup their losses, whatever they may be.

It’s not just big companies either; even small groups and individuals are feeling the pinch as they are being forced to lose massive portions of their revenue. It is because of this that, only a few hours after Twitch’s announcement, people were quick to join forces and boycott the platform. Big streamers with an established fanbase fought tooth and nail against this sweeping restriction, while medium- to small-scale streamers decided to migrate to other platforms as a form of protest, with some voicing old grievances along the way.

Today’s branded content policy update was overly broad. This created confusion and frustration, and we apologize for that.

However, instead of falling on their sword and apologising, Twitch decided to gaslight its user base and say that there was a great deal of confusion with how people interpreted their guidelines, even though their provided images left nothing to the imagination or alternative interpretations. This sparked even more backlash, resulting in a follow-up statement that was posted the day after, rolling back all changes for good as a response to the rapidly dwindling number of active accounts.

Sponsorships are critical to streamers’ growth and ability to earn income. We will not prevent your ability to enter into direct relationships with sponsors – you will continue to own and control your sponsorship business.

Twitch has since removed the guideline changes from their website, but despite this and their apology, many chose not to return, instead opting for other alternatives like YouTube or Floatplane. Now, Twitch is forced to pick up the pieces and rebuild in order to regain at least a fraction of what they have lost.

Source: Wikimedia Commons [1], [2], Twitter [1], [2]


(UPDATE) Kendrick Lamar Reveals Album Release Date

Kendrick Lamar revealed to drop sophomore album this month!

The rapper posted an iTunes link to Twitter that is a placeholder link for a new album, with a $14.99 pre-order button. The link includes a 16-song track list, with “The Blacker The Berry” as the only track with a revealed titled and it looks like the single “i” does not appear to be on the album.

— Kendrick Lamar (@kendricklamar) March 6, 2015

The pre-oder link indicates that Lamar’s new album is expected to be released on March 23rd and a rep for the rapper has confirmed that the date is indeed official! Nothing much has been revealed about the record except for its release date and the number of tracks on it.

It doesn’t have a title (it’s just listed as [Untitled]) nor does it have much of a cover — for now it’s a big black square. This forthcoming album will make for Lamar’s follow-up to 2012’s “good kid, m.A.A.d city”. The West Coast rapper dropped the single “i” last year, and won the best rap performance and best rap song Grammys for the track last month. “The Blacker The Berry,” released days after the Grammys, has also preceded the new album.

Personally, we loved Lamar’s good kid, m.A.A.d city album and can’t wait to see what he has in store for us next. For now, we’ll leave you with one of our favourite’s “Poetic Justice” by Kendrick Lamar featuring Drake.

For more on Kendrick Lamar, stalk him via these platforms: Website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Kendrick Lamar has revealed the titled and artwork for his forthcoming sophomore album release! The “B*tch Don’t Kill My Vibe” rapper has named his sophomore album “To Pimp a Butterfly”, and has turned to Instagram to spread the news.

“Don’t all dogs go to heaven? Don’t Gangsta’s boogie? Do owl shit stank? Lions, Tigers & Bears. But TO PIMP A BUTTERFLY. Its the American dream nigga….” – lil Homie.

A photo posted by Kendrick Lamar (@kendricklamar) on Mar 10, 2015 at 9:41pm PDT

“To Pimp a Butterfly” is expected to arrive on March 23rd via Aftermath/Interscope Records. Prior to the reveal of the album name, Lamar tweeted a link to the iTunes store, which noted his album’s due release date and listed 16 tracks on the album.

Lamar released the single “i” last year, and won the best rap performance and best rap song Grammys for the track. “To Pimp a Butterfly” is the follow-up to 2012’s “good kid, m.A.A.d city”, which was nominated for the album of the year Grammy in 2014.

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(UPDATE) #GOT7: Idol Boy Group Goes #Mad For Impending Comeback

One thing we certainly did not expect to see from GOT7: Their grungy, street look.

The 7-member multinational idol boy group has been showing us their bright and cheerful side since their debut last year. Now, for their impending comeback, GOT7’s talent agency JYP Entertainment has displayed a different side of the group through 2 new teaser images.

The group surprised their fans by donning the manly image in the newly-released teaser images. They are clearly going for a darker, edgier theme for their upcoming comeback and fans are, of course, thrilled about it.

Titled “Mad”, the new album will the group’s 4th mini album. It comes 2 months after they made their comeback with “Just Right”. For the first-time ever, JYP’s Park Jin Young is not involved in making the title track of their album. Instead, it will be created by production team Black Eyed Pilseung.

Choi Kyu Sung and Rado, who make up the production duo Black Eyed Pilseung, are best known for their work on hit tracks such as SISTAR‘s “Touch My Body”, Jang Hyunseung‘s “Ma First”, 4Minute’s “Volume Up”, Apink’s “HUSH”, and more.

They’ve been producing these hit tracks for quite a while, but this will be their first time collaborating with GOT7.

JYP Entertainment has released a set of teaser videos for GOT7’s comeback, featuring JB, Mark, Jackson, and Junior.

The teaser images for the individual members were released alongside the teaser videos as well. The videos offer a glimpse of their title track, “If You Do”.

More teaser videos and images for GOT7’s comeback have been released! This time around, they feature members BamBam, Yugyeom, and Youngjae.

GOT7 will be holding their comeback showcase in Gangnam on 29th September at 8pm KST. Before that, they will interact with fans and reveal the title track through Naver’s V App on 28th September at 11:30pm KST.

The album will be released in physical stores on 30th September.

For more information, visit GOT7’s official website and Facebook page.


Jack Osbourne Diagnosed With Incurable Disease

Less than two months ago, the Osbournes were just celebrating the arrival of and fussing over baby girl Pearl. Unfortunately, their celebrations were forced to come to a complete halt. New father 26-year-old Jack Osbourne now has his plate full with a diagnosis of an incurable disease.

Jack reportedly went through a terrifying spell in which he realized that he had lost 60% of the vision in his right eye. Suspicious of his deteriorating health, he then went for a series of tests at the same hospital his daughter had been born in. He was then told that he had multiple sclerosis (MS).

“While I was waiting for the final results, I got really, really angry. Then I got really sad for about two days, and after that I realized, being angry and upset is not going to do anything at this point. If anything, it’s only going to make it worse”, he said.

Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that affects the brain and spinal cord aka central nervous system. Usually provoked by damage to the myelin sheath (the protective covering that surrounds nerve cells), it causes nerve signals to slow down or stop altogether.

There is no known cure for MS but Jack will now have to use a combination of daily drug treatments, holistic therapies, and will have to put himself through lifestyle changes.

Although Ozzy Osbourne and his wife Sharon are still reeling from the news, Jack has the support of his fiancée Lisa Stelly (mother to Pearl) and it’s helping him keep a positive outlook. “Adapt an overcome is my new motto”, he added.

You have our support too, Jack! Hang tough and stay strong. We’re rooting for you.

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Hype’s Must Watch: Fantastic Four (2015)

After Fox TV announced the plan to develop a live-action “X-Men” TV series, its sister production company 20th Century Fox debuted the 1st teaser trailer for the upcoming superhero film, “The Fantastic Four”.

Directed by Josh Trank (of “Chronicles” fame), “Fantastic Four” is a reboot of the Fantastic Four film franchise and the 3rd “Fantastic Four” movie to be distributed by 20th Century Fox.

Trank directed the film based on a screenplay co-written by Michael Green, Jeremy Slatter, Simon Kinberg (of “X-Men: Days of Future Past” fame), and Seth Grahame-Smith. Akiva Goldsman was attached to produce the film alongside Matthew Vaughn and Kinberg.

Set to take place in the same universe as the “X-Men” film series, “Fantastic Four” offers a contemporary re-imagining of Marvel’s original and longest-running superhero team. The plot centres on four young outsiders who teleport to an alternate and dangerous universe, which alters their physical form in shocking ways. Their lives irrevocably upended, the team must learn to harness their daunting new abilities and work together to save Earth from a former friend turned enemy.

The story is said to be based on the “Ultimate Fantastic Four” comics, which was written by Brian Michael Bendis and Mark Millar with Joe Kubert illustrating. It explores the origin in more depth and from a fresh modern angle.

“Fantastic Four” is set to be released in 3D on 7th August 2015.

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