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Upgrading Your Wardrobe: 5 Best Timepieces From Breitling

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Timepieces are special. Some people believe that they are a remembrance that bonds everyone together. It can be a present that you can give or receive, an heirloom to be passed on your family’s next generations. It can also serve as a fashion statement or a sign of social status and many more. Regardless of the reason for wearing it, it all boils down to the fact that its main purpose is to tell time.

One of the most purchased in the market today is a Breitling watch. The company has been producing top-quality timepieces since 1884. It is well-known for its technical and highly accurate chronographs. This article will cite some of the best models that you can add to upgrade your wardrobe.

Breitling Superocean 1957 Steel

The SuperOcean shows a difference for Breitling Watches, as it publicized an advance into diver’s watches in 1957. The collection’s first few models got rid of the seconds’ chronograph counter but replaced it with an hour-long, more useful to divers. At present, the SuperOcean remains a diver’s watch, but it has a more useful seconds counter.

This model is an eccentric timepiece that can be worn easily on a daily basis. The Superocean is one of the most popular collections of Breitling. When it comes to their materials, impressive craftsmanship and high-quality movements, getting one and adding a piece from this group is a sure win.

Aviator 8 B35 Automatic Unitime 43 Stainless Steel 

One of the most crucial watches to world wanderers is a world time watch like Breitling’s Unitime. The dial of the Aviator 8 can display 24 world time zones in a glance, making it easier for you to know when to make a call to London, for instance. It has a black dial and clear Arabic dial for easier time checking.

Breitling introduced the aviator chronograph in 1936 and since then has begun a link to aviation that still fits up to this day. Aviator watches are also famous for their larger size, triangle marker at 12 and easy to read black dial. If you want to add another watch collection, you can never go wrong with this model.

Navitimer 01 Blue Dial

While the Colt and Superocean collections are a bit more popular, the Navitimer is the most noticeable Breitling watch. The Breitling Navitimer 01 Blue Dial might be one of the brand’s most expensive options in 2019. But, if you seek a timepiece combined with elegance, exceptional functionality, and accuracy, it is a money well spent.

No one can go wrong in choosing Breitling’s most iconic model. Aside from being recognizable, it is also said to be an excellent watch for a pilot. High-level timepiece collectors adore Navitimer. Any watch manufacturer can produce excellent dress and diver watches, but an aviation piece is something you do not see every day. If you are a collector that already has many watches, Navitimer 1  is a good pick.

Colt Skyracer

The Colt collection was first launched in the 1980s and was initially made for armed forces. The model’s military roots are very obvious in its tough build and the unidirectional rotating bezel. The moment it became available to the public, it gained audiences because of its reliability, readable design and sturdiness. With its reasonable price, it then became the brand’s most accessible model.

Sleek, lightweight, versatile, the Breitling Colt Skyracer might be one of the low-priced watches the company released in 2019. Despite its price, the quality of this model was never compromised. Featured with legible dial, sporty design, exceptional functionality and excellence resistance to corrosion and scratches, this model is a solid choice.

Breitling Chronomat B01 42

Another collection that offers excellent watches is the Chronomat. As it says in its name, the timepieces under this group have chronographs- a complication that most watch collectors like. They offer eye-catching watches despite the ordinary designs because of the color scheme that is being used.

The Chronomat was relaunched in 1984 after Ernest Schneider assumed Breitling. Its main target community is aviation but also got popular with sea and land dwellers. The Chronomat B01 42 was launched in 2020 that came with a different strap and a 70-hour power reserve. If you are looking for a watch with an interesting combination of colors, this model is best.

Takeaway

Timepiece collection requires dedication and good eyes for details. This is a passion that not everyone has. If you are one of those aspiring watch collectors or who simply wants to upgrade your wardrobe with new watches, the list provided in this article will be a big help.

Live Nation Unites With Joel and Benji Madden of Good Charlotte’s Live Stream Platform Veeps

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Live Nation, the world’s leading live entertainment company, today announced it has acquired a majority stake in Veeps, a ticketed live stream platform custom-built for artists, by artists.

Created by Joel and Benji Madden of the band Good Charlotte, the company’s artist-centric mentality has set it apart from others in the space, especially in terms of execution and monetization. The platform is designed for ticketed live streams, and facilitates enhanced engagement between artists and fans with features like chat and exclusive merch purchases, while also supporting broad social marketing and intimate VIP offerings. Veeps is also commission-free, which means artists don’t pay hefty fees to use the platform and can more easily grow their careers through live streaming. Established in 2017, Veeps has continued to evolve its services based on the unique needs and requests of artists.

Veeps has helped artists make millions of dollars in revenue, drawing incredible talent from emerging artists to established acts alike, including Brandi Carlile, Liam Payne, Pete Yorn, Louis Tomlinson, Architects, Rufus Wainwright and many more. The platform hosted around 1,000 ticketed live stream shows in 2020 alone, delivering some of its highest monthly ticket sales and revenue in the back half of the year.

“We are impressed with what Benji and Joel have created with Veeps and their platform will create new ways to enjoy thousands of Live Nation concerts,” said Michael Rapino, President and CEO of Live Nation Entertainment. “Live streaming is a great complement to our core business, and essentially gives any show an unlimited capacity. Looking to the future live streams will continue to unlock access for fans – whether they are tuning into a sold out show in their hometown, or watching their favorite artist play in a city halfway around the world. The most critical element of live streaming is the artist on stage, and with Live Nation’s unmatched inventory feeding into Veeps, together we will help fans enjoy more live music than ever before.”

“Benji and I have worked extensively with Live Nation over the last two decades and we’re very happy to be joining a company that is such a big supporter of artists and artist-led businesses. It’s a natural fit and evolution for our business,” said Joel Madden, cofounder of Veeps. “This partnership is a demonstration that premium, ticketed live streams have earned themselves a permanent place in the verticals of every artist business. Last year Veeps live streams helped artists — both big names and new acts — make over $10 million dollars for themselves, their families, their crew and their chosen causes and we’re looking forward to helping even more artists connect with fans this year in ways that support their art and their development.”

“We’ve always believed that taking an art-first approach to live stream shows helps artists create the kind of performance they can be proud of, and an experience that fans love. This means applying as much creativity and thoughtfulness as you would with any in-person show,” said Benji Madden, cofounder of Veeps. “We will only see this platform get more innovative as concerts return and we layer into shows in even more ways. We’re incredibly grateful for our team who continues to hustle non-stop and we look forward to amazing things ahead alongside Live Nation.”

As in-person concerts return in 2021, Veeps will continue delivering its core experiences while also tapping into Live Nation’s network to connect fans with exclusive content, new vantage points, sold out shows, and unparalleled access to events all around the world.

Benji and Joel Madden, alongside cofounders Sherry Saeedi and Kyle Heller, will remain at the helm of Veeps, with their full team staying on to continue with all operations of the business.

Peter Frampton Releases Instrumental Covers Album ‘Frampton Forgets The Words’

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Frampton Forgets the Words, the new studio album by The Peter Frampton Band, will be released April 23 via UMe. The album features instrumental tributes to some of Frampton’s favorite songs and is the follow up to his 2007 Grammy Award-winning instrumental album, Fingerprints. The first track to be revealed is their take on Radiohead’s “Reckoner,” alongside a video—watch/share BELOW.

Frampton Forgets the Words was co-produced by Frampton and Chuck Ainlay and was recorded/mixed at Frampton’s own Studio Phenix in Nashville. With his infamous 1954 Les Paul Phenix—which was lost in a plane crash in 1980 and recovered more than 30 years later— Frampton brings virtuosic guitar playing to songs by David Bowie, George Harrison, Stevie Wonder, Lenny Kravitz and more.

Frampton notes, “This album is a collection of ten of my favorite pieces of music. My guitar is also a voice and I have always enjoyed playing my favorite vocal lines that we all know and love. These tracks are my great band and me paying tribute to the original creators of this wonderful music. So much fun to do and I really hope you enjoy it too.”

Peter Frampton is among the most celebrated guitarists in rock history. At 18, he co-founded one of the first supergroups, Humble Pie. By 22, he was touring incessantly and making use of the talk box which would become his signature guitar effect. He’s collaborated with such legendary artists as George Harrison, David Bowie, Jerry Lee Lewis and Ringo Starr, among many others, and has toured with the likes of Stevie Nicks, Greg Allman, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Cheap Trick, and the Steve Miller Band. In 2014 he was inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame.

His 2019 album All Blues (UMe), was #1 for fifteen weeks on Billboard’s Blues Chart, and his autobiography Do You Feel Like I Do?: A Memoir, released last October via Hachette Books, debuted on The New York Times Bestsellers list. His 1976 album, Frampton Comes Alive! remains one of the top-selling live records of all time and was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame last year.

FRAMPTON FORGETS THE WORDS – TRACK LIST:
If You Want Me To Stay
Reckoner
Dreamland
One More Heartache
Avalon
Isn’t It A Pity
I Don’t Know Why
Are You Gonna Go My Way
Loving The Alien
Maybe

The Roots’ ‘Do You Want More?!!!??!’ Deluxe Edition Out March 12

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It’s been 26 years since Do You Want More?!!!??!, the groundbreaking second studio album and major label-debut by The Roots. Originally released on January 17, 1995 via DGC Records, Do You Want More?!!!??!, brought The Roots’ neo-soul bohemian zest to life and established them as leading figures of hip-hop-jazz. The album which peaked at #22 on Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums chart, features their singles “Distortion To Static,” “Proceed” (considered one of their most signature recordings), and the rap ballad “Silent Treatment.” Led by MC Tariq “Black Thought” Trotter and drummer Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, the Philadelphia rap crew are going back to where it began with a 3LP, 4LP and a digital deluxe collection of Do You Want More?!!!??! to be released on March 12, 2021.

Going back to the vault, this deluxe edition is drawn from the original recordings and features eighteen bonus tracks curated by Questlove; some of which have never been released and others that have never previously been available digitally. The 3LP deluxe vinyl edition features five bonus tracks — “Proceed II Feat. Roy Ayers”, “Proceed III”, “Proceed IV (AJ Shine Mix)”, “Proceed V (Beatminerz Mix),” along with five remixes of “Silent Treatment” — plus a 24-page booklet featuring images taken by Mpozi Tolbert, essays by Questlove and Black Thought as well as track-by-track commentary. While the 4LP edition features all of the above plus the additional eight bonus tracks; “In Your Dreams Kid (I’m Every MC),” “The Ultimate (Original ’94 Version),” “……(dot dot dot…on & on),” “Pffat Time,” “Swept Away (Original Draft),” “It’s Coming,” “Lazy Afternoon (Alternate Version),” and two remix versions of “Distortion To Static.”

What made them stand out from other artists who were intertwining hip hop with jazzy influences and prominently using live instrumentation was the Roots’ unabashed confidence with experimentation and letting the music speak for itself. As Albumism says, “While the live instrumentation is integral to their artistic success, it is not the sole attraction. Even 25 years ago, Black Thought stood out as a commanding lyricist, as did Malik B, his more publicly reserved rhyme partner. ” A quarter of a century after the release of Do You Want More?!!!??, they are still considered to be one of the greatest live acts in the industry and have been named as such by Rolling Stone. They are also the house band on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and served in the same role on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon from 2009 to 2014.

Do You Want More?!!!??! has been considered by critics as a classic of hip-hop-jazz. Chicago Tribune music critic Greg Kot celebrated the group’s ability to “mate hip-hop wordplay, funk rhythms and jazzy textures” and called the album “an impressive display of skills, intelligently arranged and performed.” In 1998, the album was selected as one of The Source‘s 100 Best Rap Albums. On November 2, 2015, twenty years after its release, the album was certified Gold. The album stands out from The Roots’ iconic discography as it showcased a pioneering live band that put their own spin on a genre that was still coming into its own.

3LP Track listing
Side A
A1 Intro / There’s Something Goin’ On
A2 Proceed
A3 Distortion To Static
A4 Mellow My Man
A5 I Remain Calm

Side B
B1 Datskat
B2 Lazy Afternoon
B3 ? vs. Rahzel
B4 Do You Want More?!!!??!

Side C
C1 What Goes On Pt. 7
C2 Essaywhuman?!!!??!
C3 Swept Away
C4 You Ain’t Fly

Side D
D1 Silent Treatment
D2 The Lesson Pt. 1
D3 The Unlocking

Bonus Tracks
Side E
E1 Proceed II Feat. Roy Ayers
E2 Proceed III – available for the first time digitally
E3 Proceed IV (AJ Shine Mix) – available for the first time digitally
E4 Proceed V (Beatminerz Mix) – available for the first time digitally
E5 Silent Treatment (Kelo’s Remix) – available for the first time digitally

Side F
F1 Silent Treatment (Beatminerz Remix) – available for the first time digitally
F2 Silent Treatment (Black Thought’s 87 You And Yours Mix) – available for the first time digitally
F3 Silent Treatment (Question’s Mix) – available for the first time digitally
F4 Silent Treatment (Street Mix) – available for the first time digitally

4LP and Digital Deluxe Track listing
Side A
A1 Intro / There’s Something Goin’ On
A2 Proceed
A3 Distortion To Static
A4 Mellow My Man
A5 I Remain Calm

Side B
B1 Datskat
B2 Lazy Afternoon
B3 ? vs. Rahzel
B4 Do You Want More?!!!??!

Side C
C1 What Goes On Pt. 7
C2 Essaywhuman?!!!??!
C3 Swept Away
C4 You Ain’t Fly

Side D
D1 Silent Treatment
D2 The Lesson Pt. 1
D3 The Unlocking

Bonus Tracks
Side E
E1 Proceed II Feat. Roy Ayers
E2 Proceed III – available for the first time digitally
E3 Proceed IV (AJ Shine Mix) – available for the first time digitally
E4 Proceed V (Beatminerz Mix) – available for the first time digitally
E5 Silent Treatment (Kelo’s Remix) – available for the first time digitally

Side F
F1 Silent Treatment (Beatminerz Remix) – available for the first time digitally
F2 Silent Treatment (Black Thought’s 87 You And Yours Mix) – available for the first time digitally
F3 Silent Treatment (Question’s Mix) – available for the first time digitally
F4 Silent Treatment (Street Mix) – available for the first time digitally

Side G
G1 In Your Dreams Kid (I’m Every MC) – unreleased
G2 The Ultimate (Original ’94 Version) – unreleased
G3 ……(dot dot dot…on & on) – unreleased
G4 Pffat Time – available for the first time digitally

Side H
H1 Swept Away (Original Draft) – unreleased
H2 It’s Coming
H3 Lazy Afternoon (Alternate Version) – unreleased
H4 Distortion To Static (Freestyle Mix) [Clean] – available for the first time digitally
H5 Distortion To Static (Quest Jim Mix) [Clean] – available for the first time digitally

Armin van Buuren and Steve Aoki to Launch Exclusive New SiriusXM Dance Channels

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SiriusXM announced today that both Armin van Buuren and Steve Aoki will launch their own dance music streaming channels exclusively on SiriusXM on Wednesday, February 3.

A State of Armin will feature the best selections in new and upcoming trance and progressive dance music, as well as classics from both Armin van Buuren and his collaborators from over the past 20 years. The channel will also feature A State of TranceArmin van Buuren’s long running weekly show where listeners get to hear Armin debut new and exclusive music and DJ sets from his studio in Amsterdam and from festivals around the world. Additional shows launching at a later date include Armin’s recently launched World Wide Club 20 show and Armada Next, the radio show of leading dance music label Armada Music, of which Armin van Buuren is a co-founder, hosted by Armada Music CEO Maykel PironArmin van Buuren is widely respected as one of the most successful artists in dance music over the last 15 years, having collaborated with everyone from Rudimental and Van Halen’s David Lee Roth to the late Avicii. From mainstage performances at Ultra Music Festival and Tomorrowland, to his own widely celebrated A State of Trance imprint, Armin is a long-time festival headliner who has sold out arenas worldwide.

Steve Aoki’s Remix Radio will feature Steve Aoki curating and playing dance remixes of the top pop and dance hits as well as his own original tracks. Additionally, listeners will hear Aoki’s favorite songs handpicked by him. The new channel will air Steve Aoki’s Remix Rewind, where Aoki hand picks his favorite 5 remixes of the week, and Aoki’s House, Aoki’s weekly mix show. Two-time Grammy-nominated DJ/producer, Dim Mak Records founder, fashion designer, author, and entrepreneur Steve Aoki stands as one of the most successful American cross-genre artists, solidified via dozens of multi-platinum releases, multiple awards, billions of music and video streams and innovative cross-platform projects.

“I’ve been doing what I do for over twenty years now, and I can safely say that sharing the music you love with so many people is the most rewarding thing there is,” said Armin van Buuren. “Launching this new full-time streaming channel on SiriusXM is a testament to the amazing relationship we have and gives me the chance to share my love for music with even more people. A State Of Armin is where it’s at!”

“I am so excited to announce the launch of my first digital channel, Steve Aoki’s Remix Radio, on SiriusXM. I’ve always loved how a remix is an opportunity for an artist to put their own creative spin on a track they love, and I’m stoked to be able to team up with SiriusXM to give these remixes a platform of their own. Launching today. Tune in then,” said Steve Aoki.

Armin van Buuren’s A State of Armin and Steve Aoki’s Remix Radio will launch on Wednesday, February 3 at 12:00 pm ET on the SiriusXM app. Beginning February 3, Pandora will also debut two companion playlists, A State of Armin and Steve Aoki’s Remix Radar, featuring a selection of tracks spinning on their SiriusXM channels plus some of their most popular music streaming on Pandora.

The launch of both new dance channels further expands SiriusXM’s relationships with Armin van Buuren and Steve AokiArmin van Buuren has hosted a weekly show, A State of Sundays on SiriusXM for over 10 years. Steve Aoki has hosted a weekly show, Steve Aoki’s Remix Rewind, on SiriusXM’s BPM channel for the past 7 years.

Armin van Buuren’s A State of Armin and Steve Aoki’s Remix Radio are the latest addition to SiriusXM’s stable of music channels created with iconic artists including The Beatles, U2, Bruce SpringsteenTom Petty, Pearl Jam, Eminem, LL COOL J, Phish, Garth BrooksKenny ChesneyKirk Franklin, Diplo, Bob Marley, B.B. King, Elvis PresleyFrank Sinatra and more.

Subscribers are able to listen online, on-the-go with the SiriusXM mobile app, and at home on a wide variety of connected devices including smart TVs, devices with Amazon Alexa or the Google Assistant, Apple TV, PlayStation, Roku, Sonos speakers and more. Go to www.siriusxm.com/ways-to-listen to learn more.

New Channels Honoring Aretha Franklin, Jimi Hendrix, Miles Davis, and Motown Launch on SiriusXM

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SiriusXM announced new limited-engagement channels and specialty programming as a part of SiriusXM Celebrates Black History Month, beginning today, through March 1.

Limited-engagement channels, saluting powerful, pioneering Black artists, Aretha FranklinJimi HendrixMiles Davis, and recognizing the sounds and artists from legendary record label, Motown, will be available throughout the month of February on the SiriusXM app, internet connected devices and smart speakers in your home.  Each of these channels will also be available on a respective satellite channel for a limited time, see details below.

SiriusXM has collaborated with these historic artists and their teams to create unique, hand-crafted radio channels that listeners and fans will find exclusively on SiriusXM. For information on these music channels please visit:  siriusxm.com/bhmartists

The Aretha Franklin Channel will pay homage to the ‘Queen of Soul’ by featuring Aretha’s iconic catalog, from her early recordings to biggest hits, which have withstood the test of time.  Listeners can also expect to hear music from artists that have been influenced by Aretha.  The Aretha Franklin Channel will be available on the SiriusXM app in the Hip-Hop/R&B category.  Channel 49 (Soul Town) will become The Aretha Franklin Channel from February 15 at 12:00 pm ET through February 21.

The Jimi Hendrix Experience Channel will immerse listeners into the world of the legendary rock guitarist and singer, who redefined music with his compositions on the electric guitar, with studio and live performances, demos and original programming. The deep influence of Hendrix will be represented on “My Hendrix Experience,” a show curated by guest DJs, who will share their love of Hendrix and his music. Additionally, the channel will feature music from artists that influenced Hendrix, as well as those that were influenced by him and that have covered his music.  The Jimi Hendrix Experience Channel will be available on the SiriusXM app in the Rock category.  Channel 27 (Deep Tracks) will become The Jimi Hendrix Experience Channel from February 8 at 12:00 pm ET through February 14.

Miles Davis Radio will honor one of the most significant and acclaimed figures in the history of jazz music by showcasing music from over 100 of Davis’ albums and featuring alumni band members as hosts. These band members include Marcus MillerLenny WhiteJohn BeasleyJoey DeFrancescoVince Wilburn Jr., and others.  Miles Davis Radio will be available on the SiriusXM app in the Jazz/Standards category.  Channel 67 (Real Jazz) will become Miles Davis Radio from February 22 at 12:00 pm ET through February 28.

The Motown Channel will celebrate the iconic record label envisioned by Berry Gordy, that generated history-making artists, who changed music forever.  The channel will feature music from Smokey RobinsonDiana Ross & The Supremes, Marvin GayeStevie Wonder, The Temptations, The Jackson 5 and more. A special virtual event, celebrating the 60th Anniversary of The Supremes, with founding member of The Supremes, Mary Wilson, will also be broadcast on the channel.  The Motown Channel will be available on the SiriusXM app in the Hip-Hop/R&B category. Channel 49 (Soul Town) will become The Motown Channel from February 1 at 12:00 pm ET through February 7.

Also beginning today, Pandora will celebrate Black History Month with the launch of a new Wake Up! Mode on the Black Music Forever station. The Mode will feature Black artists and thought leaders reflecting on songs that capture their journey from childhood to adulthood, great loves, biggest triumphs, and more. With special commentary and song selections from Robert GlasperDeon ColeKirk FranklinEster Dean to Kiana Lede, Jon Batiste and more, the new Wake Up! Mode will highlight the music that inspires them to make every day into a better tomorrow.

SiriusXM Celebrates Black History Month will extend across an array of music channels throughout the month of February, with specialty programming dedicated to iconic Black artists who have impacted the history of music. See the featured broadcast schedule below.  For information on SiriusXM Celebrates Black History Month specialty programming and full broadcast schedule,  please visit: siriusxm.com/black-history-month

Bob Marley’s Tuff Gong Radio (ch. 19) will celebrate Bob Marley’s birthday on February 6 with a special “All Bob, All Day,” format playing only music from the Bob Marley repertoire in between a series of special programs that begin with a new children’s show hosted by Ziggy Marley inspired by Ziggy’s Grammy-winning Family Time album and the recently-released follow up More Family Time. Additional programming will feature an exclusive “Survivor 76” party mix from DJ GQ, as well as highlights of the annual “Reggae Jam Session” concert, which traditionally closes the annual birthday celebrations at the Marley Museum in Kingston. The highlights line-up include the late great legends Toots Hibbert and Betty Wright and new performances from Kabaka Pyramid, Papa Michigan, Richie Spice, Tifa, Tanya StephensSkip MarleyJo Mersa Marley, and Agent Sasco. Country star Kenny Chesney will kick off the birthday weekend programming as a guest DJ, playing some of his favorite Bob Marley recordings and sharing how reggae music impacted his life and career, on Friday, February 5 at 7 p.m. ET. Special programming will continue to air on the channel beyond Marley’s birthday in honor of Black History Month.

B.B. King’s Bluesville Powered by The Blues Foundation (ch. 74) will pay tribute to the founding artists of blues music and the prominent artists who continue to move blues music forward.  Hourly vignettes, presented in partnership with The Blues Foundation, will salute legendary Black artists of the blues including, Muddy Waters, Big Mama Thornton, John Lee HookerEtta JamesRobert JohnsonKoko Taylor, B.B. King and more.  The channel will also feature exclusive live performances at SiriusXM’s studios from Buddy GuyShemekia Copeland, Keb’ Mo’, Gaye Adegbalola, Gary Clark Jr.Irma ThomasJoe Lewis Walker and more.

Heart & Soul (ch. 48) will host Common for “There’s a Beautiful Revolution Happening” Town Hall event, to celebrate his latest album, There’s a Beautiful Revolution Happening Pt. 1., which is meant to uplift, heal and inspire those that are dealing with racial injustices.  The one-hour event will broadcast on February 20 at 4 p.m. ET.

Hip Hop Nation (ch. 44) will spotlight today’s most paramount and ground-breaking Black artists impacting music now. All month long, the channel will give credit where credit is due to artists such as Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Nicki Minaj and more, with specially-produced segments.

Kirk Franklin’s Praise (ch. 64) will see Franklin in conversation with legendary gospel artists Jonathan McReynoldsKierra Sheard and more led by both Franklin and our own Isaac Carree, as they discuss the meaning of Black History Month. “Honoring the Legends of Gospel Music on Kirk Franklin’s Praise” will air Saturday, February 20 at 9 a.m. ET.

SiriusXM Celebrates Black History Month programming is available to listeners nationwide on SiriusXM radios, the SiriusXM app, and at home on a wide variety of connected devices including smart TVs, devices with Amazon Alexa or the Google Assistant, Apple TV, PlayStation, Roku, Sonos speakers and more. Go to www.siriusxm.com/ways-to-listen to learn more.

Non-Traditional Mens Wedding Bands

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Gold, Silver, and Platinum are without a doubt the three most popular metals in jewelry production, specifically when it comes to men’s wedding bands. With social recognition, durability, and a stable market value, the big three aren’t going anywhere anytime soon.  While some will stick with these traditional choices, there is an ever growing avant-garde list of materials for the non-traditional men’s wedding bands. The selection is vast and ranges from ultra light, ultra strong, obscure elements from the world of auto racing, dinosaur bones, and meteorite shards which have been flying around the universe for billions of years.

Obscure elements like titanium, carbon, and tungsten have always been associated with the high end automotive world. Lighter, stronger materials are engineered into exhaust construction, monocoque chassis, and engine blocks. The high strength and low mass attributes are perfect for jewelry construction in the same way. With a rise in popularity using these metals in time piece construction, the door was wide open for rings. Mens wedding bands are going to get banged around. The stronger the construction, the lighter it wears on the finger, the longer it will stay on and not be cast aside as an annoyance.

Dinosaur bones and fossils are a rising star in the world of non traditional mens wedding bands. While metals like gold have existed on the earth for 3 billion years, and dinosaur bones or gem bones have only existed for 150 million years, there is something fascinating about utilizing a material from an extinct creature that existed long before any inkling of humanity. A certain masculinity goes along with hunting, bones, and fossils, these dinosaur bone rings are one type of jewelry that relishes in that more than others.

Why simply set your sights only on elements found on our planet, there is a whole universe out there. The use of meteorites in jewelry production is a practice which has been in place for thousands of years. Recently, watch companies have began to take advantage of the unique patterns and visual presence in dial construction, mens wedding bands would soon follow. The meteorite element is easily meshed with other metals in construction, and offers an undeniable cool factor and story. The downside, this material can be prone to rust and does require more care and maintenance here on earth than in the vacuum of space.

Whether it’s elements from deep inside the periodic table, bones exhumed from deep inside the earth, or giant rocks slamming into earth from deep space, the non traditional category of mens wedding bands is there to match the creativity and intrigue of the wearer.

Breitling: The Most Exquisite Luxury Watch Collection in the Market

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Every watch lover has undoubtedly seen the winged B logo. Well, that is the iconic trademark of a renowned watch brand, Breitling. This company is one of the leading watchmakers of high-class luxury timepieces. Its famous collections like Colt, Navitimer, Chronomat, and Superocean are also the best in the market.

Top 4 Breitling Watch Collections

The Colt Series

Breitling watches in the Colt series are one-of-a-kind. It is a collection of the most luxurious timepieces in the industry today. It offers sophisticated modern designs with high-end technological features. Breitling’s Colt watch collection is perfect for any occasion, whether for fashion or sports.

The Navitimer Series

One of the best Breitling watches of all time comes from the brand’s Navitimer series. Its models are dedicated to being the helping hand in aviation, especially to pilots. Navitimer watches act as a pilot’s partner to calculate some essential things needed in a flight. Besides that, this collection is also one of Breitling’s top-sellers.

The Chronomat Series

Since 1941, Breitling’s Chronomat has been one of the top-selling watch collections globally. It is also one of Breitling’s most expensive and luxurious models. This series focuses on producing excellent chronographs with precise and accurate caliber movements.

The Breitling Superocean Series

One of the main reasons why Breitling’s Superocean series is adored by most pilots and seamen is its chronometric precision. It is a perfect watch collection suitable for every environment, whether on air, water, and land. The iconic watch brand, Breitling, is renowned for its pilot watches. However, the Superocean melted the hearts of divers throughout the world.

5 Latest Breitling Watches in 2021

The Breitling Bentley B05 White Dial Stainless Steel Men’s Watch

The Breitling AB0521U0/A755 from the Bentley series is perhaps one of the brand’s top-selling models. Its sophisticated design is well-known throughout the whole watch industry. If you want to enter the luxury realm, you have to purchase one of Breitling’s Bentley timepieces. You can order it online at The Watch Company’s shopping website for a tax-free price of ¥1,063,455.

This men’s watch incorporates a stunning white dial that displays a date window, luminous-filled silver-toned hands, stick-type hour markers, and three additional sub-dials, all fitted in a 49 mm casing made from stainless steel. Besides its premium aesthetic design, this timepiece also comes with 100 meters of water resistance and 70 hours of power reserve.

The Breitling Bentley GMT Black Dial Titanium Men’s Watch

Another stunning watch from the Bentley series is the Breitling EB043335-BD78. It comes in a 45 mm stainless steel casing resistant to water for up to 100 meters. This timepiece also has a fantastic power reserve that lasts 70 long hours.

The Breitling Bentley GMT Light Body Men’s Watch also boasts its sophisticated black dial that displays the iconic Breitling logo, additional three sub-dials, and luminous hands and hour markers. You can purchase it at The Watch Company’s website for a tax-free price of ¥827,182.

The Breitling Galactic Mother of Pearl Diamond Stainless Steel Ladies’ Watch

One of the top-selling Breitling watches on the market is the model A7433053/A780 from the Galactic series. It incorporates the iconic winged B logo at the top part of the face. The Mother of Pearl dial also shows a date display, luminous steel hands, and diamond hour markers. The 36 mm stainless casing is matched with a luxurious diamond-packed bezel.

This timepiece is what any lady out there would want. It is offered online by The Watch Company for a price of ¥777,182. This watch also has some upshots to provide, like 100 meters of water resistance and a good power reserve.

The Breitling Avenger Blackbird Titanium Men’s Watch

This high-performance men’s watch from Breitling’s Avenger series is a work of art. It comes with a beautiful black dial that displays luminous-filled hour markers and black steel hands, all packed in a 44 mm black titanium casing with Canvas bands.

One of the best things about the Breitling V17311AT/BD74 is its water-resistance, which goes up to 200 meters. You can achieve these premium features after buying this watch on The Watch Company for ¥718,091.

The Breitling Bentley B06 Silver Dial Stainless Steel Men’s Watch

Lastly, this men’s watch is one of Breitling’s best-selling models in the market. The Bentley AB061112/G768 incorporates an intricate yet stunning silver dial, fitted in a 49 mm premium stainless steel casing. It is resistant to water for up to 100 meters and is available online for a price of ¥877,182.

Takeaway

Since Breitling’s introduction in 1884, this iconic watch brand has been the principal partner of aviation and maritime. Well, who does not want exquisite pilot and diving watches? So, buy one now at The Watch Company, and you surely won’t regret it.

How to Add Several Songs to TikTok

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TikTok doesn’t allow adding multiple music tracks to your video. So, if you want to add two or more songs to your clip, you can’t do it within the app. Fortunately, you can merge the songs beforehand. This article outlines how to add songs to TikTok videos to produce catchy and engaging content.

Getting the Songs Ready

Start with picking the songs you are going to use in your TikTok video. Think of how many music tracks you want to combine since you will need to download them on your device. Feel free to choose any songs you like.

You can download music tracks from any reliable web resource. For instance, you can use royalty free music sites, such as BenSound, Icons8, Soundstripe or Epidemic Sound. When downloading files, use Internet security suites that ensure a high level of identity protection

Downloading Song Mixer Apps

TikTok doesn’t have advanced video editing capabilities. If you want to put two songs together on TikTok clips, you need to use third-party tools. The modern market offers plenty of cross-platform products for merging songs. With their help, you can combine two or more audio tracks and create unusual clips.

If you are using a mobile app, you don’t need to transfer video from a computer to your smartphone. However, if you are going to work with a PC, you can use powerful video editing tools.

The best TikTok video editing apps:

ViaMaker is a relatively new product released by Bytedance. It contains an extensive number of music tracks, a rich array of magical effects and innovative filters.

BeeCut is an all-in-one choice that will come in handy for novice users. With BeeCut, you can complement your TikTok clips with filters, transitions, frame-in-frame effects, etc. Also, it is possible to crop, cut and rotate your videos.

Quik is another video editing app you can use absolutely for free. You can use 23 video styles, emojis, captions, frames and video trimming tools.

InShot is a free video editing app with plenty of video trimming options, effects, filters, a music library, background blur tools, etc.

VideoShow is a feature-rich video editor with broad functionality that allows you to create first-class clips without any hassle. It includes 50 themes, fonts, filters, and allows you to add background music.

Editing Several Songs

Run the app which you are going to use to combine two songs on TikTok. Before merging multiple songs, you need to trim them.

Select the Trim Audio option and choose a music track. Once the process is completed, save the trimmed song by tapping on the corresponding icon. This way, you can trim as many music tracks as you want.

Once you cut all the songs, you will need to combine them to add them to your video. To do this, select the Merge Audio feature and choose the audio tracks you’ve previously trimmed. Once you get a single clip with different songs, you can use it to create exciting content on TikTok.

Edit Your Video in TikTok

You can further edit your audio clip in the TikTok app. A music note icon will appear in the menu located on the right of the screen. To trim a song, enable the audio editing options and drag the slider over the track. When you get the desired duration, click on the checkmark to trim the music track.

Besides, you can apply audio effects, such as squirrel, elf, microphone (high timbre), giant, baritone (low timbre), vibration, electro (mechanical). The app allows you to add one sound effect to a video.

Combine Everything on TikTok

Start by checking out whether the video and the audio track have the same duration. If you edit your video on a computer, make sure you’ve transferred the audio to your smartphone. Now, you can use this sound as background music for your TikTok. Follow these steps to upload a video on TikTok:

STEP 1. Tap on a “+” icon and select the video from the Gallery to import it to the TikTok app. At the top of the screen, you can see an “Add a Sound” icon.

Once you tap on it, you will see the TikTok Sounds section. It includes a slew of songs in different genres. These trimmed music tracks are suitable for short video clips. You can complement your video with any of the songs available in this section.

However, you can skip this step since this section doesn’t contain tracks with a mix of multiple songs.

STEP 2. In the top-right corner of the screen, you can see “My sounds”.  Tap on it to select an audio track stored on your device.

STEP 3. Choose the song that you have merged for your clip. After that, you can record a video or select the one from your gallery. It is also possible to pick which part of the song you want to play in your clip.

 

Cool Tricks for TikTok Video

Once you’ve learned how to add songs to TikTok, check out whether your clip doesn’t contain background noise or strange transitions. Follow these TikTok tips to enhance your content.

Tweak Background Music

To create decent clips, you need to fix the sound in your video and get rid of background noise. Fortunately, TikTok has a special feature that allows you to remove the background noise. Once you record the audio, select the Mixer icon located in the upper-right corner.

Drag the Original sound slider to the left to eliminate the in-camera sound and play with the Soundtrack slider to increase/decrease the volume of the song you’ve just added to your clip.

Trim the Audio Length

When uploading a song from your smartphone, TikTok will play the first 15 seconds of the audio track by default. However, you may need to use a specific part of the song.

TikTok allows you to trim the audio track to the desired 15-second length. Next to the Mixer icon, you will find the Trim icon. Drag it to the starting point and choose the length of the song. Once you have selected an audio clip, it will be highlighted in blue. As soon as you have achieved the desired result, tap on the Done button.

Check Out TikTok Trending Songs

Google Assistant or Siri can help you to keep track of the trending TikTok songs. Run the app and choose a clip you want to use. Now, you will need to use another smartphone.

If you have an iPhone, activate Siri and ask it to recognize this song. Once the music recognition is successful, the name of the track will be displayed on the screen. The same applies to Android devices. However, with them, you should use Google Assistant.

It is also possible to use Shazam for finding songs on TikTok. Shazam is one of the most widely-used apps for song recognition. As with Siri and Google Assistant, you will need to use another smartphone to recognize the audio track.

Play the TikTok video with the song you want to identify on one smartphone and use another mobile device to run Shazam. If the app recognizes the music track, you will instantly see the results.

Also, you can read users’ comments to find out which songs are currently trending on TikTok. Even if the author of the video doesn’t mention the name of the music track, you can scroll through the comments and try to find it there.

Search for Trending Music in TikTok

You can also find the most popular music tracks within the app. Head over to the Music tab and select the Trending section. Swipe right to check out the entire collection. You can also bookmark your favorite songs. Just tap on the corresponding icon to add a particular song to the My Favorite tab.

Borrow Someone Else’s Music

If you want to use an audio clip created by other users, you can visit the Album art section located in the lower-right corner of the screen. There, you can find a great song for lip-syncing or dancing.

In the Album art section, you can see all the users that have added this song to their videos. Spice up your clip by customizing it. To do it, just tap on the Record button. You can save your video or fine-tune it by using a third-party video-editing app.

Use TikTok Morph Filter

The TikTok Morph filter allows you to create a smooth transition between multiple pictures of someone’s face. Also, you can use face swap apps for this purpose.

Due to advanced face-recognition technology, the filter can detect faces in images and create smooth transitions between several photos of someone’s face.

Search and Find TikTok Videos by Sound

If you want to find videos that use a particular song, find and play a clip that contains your favorite audio track. Choose the spinning record icon in the lower right corner of the screen. Also, you can tap on a scrolling sound link located at the bottom.

The pop-up page will appear showing a particular music track. You can bookmark the song, share it, search for the video clips that use this sound. It’s also possible to record your video with this song.

Besides, you can use the Discover screen section to find the music track you like.

Be Careful When Uploading Your Video

Whether you use third-party tools or not, it is impossible to change the clips that have already appeared in the feed. If you have decided to change your video, you should do all the steps again, from adjusting the timeline to applying filters.

Best Synthwave Artists You Should Listen While Studying

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Most of us prefer listening to some music while studying because, as surprising as it may sound, it helps us to concentrate and keeps our brain focused on information processing. But music has to be rhythmic and atmospheric, which is why synthwave belongs to the most popular styles among college students.

Best Synthwave Artists To Listen To While Studying

Here are some synthwave artists worth checking:

  • Kavinsky – it provides this retro, vintage feel that many of us love. This French producer knows his trade and delivers one of the most classic vibes. It is also good to study along because the pulsating rhythms and some repetitions help to memorize things. It inspires your brain to associate music with some odd terms that you have to master.
  • M83 – remember the main theme from the movie “Oblivion”? One of the most amazing artists in the genre with great videos that are also worth checking. It will keep you busy for hours, which is why it wouldn’t hurt to check Top Essay Writing reviews and see what will work for you or leave your thoughts if you have already used something. Sharing your opinion will help people to make safe choices and achieve success! It also improves one’s karma, as some would say!

 

  • Scandroid – a Los Angeles-based artist who uses mostly analog synths and great feats that will make you feel focused on words as well. His music has a soothing feel that helps to overcome anxiety and stress. It also helps to get rid of distractions as it begs for your attention.
  • Lazerhawk – mostly known for the track “overdrive” and various anime series that come along, this artist is worth checking, although he is not too famous. If you want to find something special in the genre, this is it. His music is a great study companion for many students like you. He may not be as famous as M83, yet once you discover some of his tracks, you will thank me later! Now, if you want to share your opinion about anything educational, check LetsGradeIt and find out what is worth your attention. You can leave your opinion as well.
  • Perturbator – his dark pulsating melodies will attract even those people who are not used to synthwave music. Still, as one of the established artists, this French musician (James Kent) knows how to keep you focused with complex tasks as you study or how to help you dance around the room. Check some of his tracks and discover why he is so popular!

The Stress Factor & Music As You Learn

Regardless of what style of music you may choose, one of the most important qualities of listening to something as you study is getting rid of some factors that take your attention away. For example, synthwave music is often associated with sci-fi or anime, which is why it creates a certain environment that makes you feel glued to every sound. Your brain becomes active and the tiredness is approached differently. Even if you have never tried studying and listening to music at the same time, try it out at least once to see how much better you will feel!

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Merissa likes exploring education and culture through the lens of technology and innovative solutions, which is why her posts always offer surprising ideas and tips. Using her vast experience, she knows how to inspire and make the most boring things interesting. Follow Merissa to approach your challenges differently, to have fun, and learn!