Kevin Smith takes us through the history of Spider-Man in film and television, from 1978’s “Spider-Man Strikes Back” to 2017’s “Spider-Man: Homecoming.”
Ryan Reynolds goes full Ryan Reynolds in this hilarious promotional spot for his gin company
What makes Aviation Gin so delicious? Ryan Reynolds is glad you didn’t ask…
A hero stand up for Nickelback.
A hero stand up for Nickelback.
See Once Upon a Deadpool in theaters on December 12th.
‘BTS WORLD TOUR LOVE YOURSELF IN SEOUL’ Brings Full Concert From Global Supergroup BTS to Cinemas Nationwide
International superstar boy band BTS will bring the group’s mega-hit “Love Yourself” world tour to cinemas across the U.S. with “BTS WORLD TOUR LOVE YOURSELF IN SEOUL.” Filmed live at BTS’ sold-out Seoul Olympic Stadium “Love Yourself” concert, this event delivers not only an intimate look of the full concert set list, but also the energy of BTS and the members’ dedication to their artistry. This landmark event will unite fans in 90 countries around the world in celebrating the band’s unprecedented international fame.
ickets for “BTS WORLD TOUR LOVE YOURSELF IN SEOUL” are expected to be available online at www.FathomEvents.com or LoveYourselfinSeoul.Film and at participating theater box offices on Monday, December 17. Movie theaters are setting up online ticketing on a rolling basis. Please check back often.
“BTS WORLD TOUR LOVE YOURSELF IN SEOUL” will be presented by Pathé Live and Fathom Events in movie theaters across the country on Saturday, January 26, 2019 at 11:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. local time. The event will also be available for viewing in eight ScreenX equipped movie theaters across the country (for more information, check your local listings).
A complete list of theater locations will be available on the Fathom Events website (theaters and participants are subject to change).
BTS, an acronym of Bangtan Sonyeondan or “Beyond the Scene,” is a South Korean boyband that is capturing the hearts of millions of fans globally. The members of BTS are RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook. BTS has gained recognition from their authentic, self-produced music. From their top-notch performances to the way they interact with their fans, BTS has become a global phenomenon since they debuted in June 2013. They have mobilized millions of fans across the world (named “ARMY”), topped prominent music charts, sold out worldwide tours and have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the Billboard Music Awards.
In May 2018, BTS debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart with their latest album, Love Yourself: Tear. It’s the first No. 1 for the seven-member group, and their fifth consecutive album to debut on the Billboard 200.
“We are thrilled to partner with Pathé Live to bring the full BTS concert to cinemas nationwide and allow their ‘ARMY’ the opportunity to experience their epic show on the big screen,” said Fathom Events CEO Ray Nutt. “Seeing this full concert is a unique opportunity that will allow fans to experience ‘The Fathom Difference’ in full scale.”
Japan’s Open Reel Ensemble Drums With Tape
Japan’s Open Reel Ensemble uses magnetic reel-to-reel tape as a drum kit, and it’s supremely minimal and beautiful.
Carlos Santana Joins MasterClass to Teach the Art and Soul of Guitar
MasterClass, the online education company that enables anyone to learn from the best in the world, announced today that Carlos Santana, legendary music icon and lead guitarist of his namesake band, will offer his first online class— making it the 50th MasterClass available exclusively through its platform. In his class, Santana will teach students how he approaches guitar to create distinct, soulful sounds that move audiences. Santana’s class is now available at www.masterclass.com/cs. Enrollment for the class is $90 for lifetime access, or $180 per year for the All-Access Pass, which grants unlimited access to all new and existing classes.
For more than 40 years, Carlos Santana’s instantly recognizable sound — a genre-transcending blend of rock, jazz, blues, Afro-Cuban and Latin styles — has made him one of the most influential guitarists of all time. He first burst onto the scene in 1969 with his namesake band’s breakthrough set at Woodstock and their first LP’s top 10 hit, “Evil Ways”. The band’s 1999 all-star packed album Supernatural — bolstered by hits “Smooth” featuring Rob Thomas, “Corazón Espinado” featuring Mana, and “Maria Maria” featuring Wyclef Jean and the Product G&B — alone sold more than 30 million copies worldwide, and landed eight of Santana’s total ten GRAMMY Awards and three Latin GRAMMY Awards. Santana is the first artist to win both a Record of the Year GRAMMY Award and a Record of the Year Latin GRAMMY Award. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998, bestowed the Billboard Latin Music Awards’ Lifetime Achievement Award in 2009, and won the prestigious Kennedy Center Honors Award in 2013.
In his MasterClass, Santana will explore the multi-faceted spirituality and philosophy of guitar to help students become more authentic and expressive artists. Students can expect to walk away with an introspective look at Santana’s unique approach to the guitar, ranging from how to write and carry a melody, and incorporate various genres into his music, to advice on leading a band, and even a guide to his expressive guitar faces. Santana will also offer insight into the creation of his iconic songs including, “Oye Como Va,” “Black Magic Woman” and “Smooth.” Guitar enthusiasts at all levels will draw from his vast knowledge of musical history and genre-defying influences as he demonstrates his approach to composition, improvisation, and playing lead guitar, and in turn, deepen their own appreciation for how to listen to music and convey emotion in their own playing.
MasterClass continues to expand its catalogue into new categories, bringing leading instructors to its engaged base of subscribers. MasterClass provides educational, inspiring, and engaging classes taught by the world’s greatest minds. With 50 classes that dive into processes, techniques and philosophies, MasterClass helps students progress more rapidly towards their own mastery, explore a new passion, or learn a new skill. It offers a unique learning experience, including video lessons, interactive exercises, course materials, peer interaction, and more. All classes are available as part of an annual subscription for $180, or for individual purchase at $90 for lifetime access to the class, and can be accessed online at www.masterclass.com or on the MasterClass mobile app for iOS and Android.
Howard Stern to Dedicate SiriusXM Channel Howard 100 to His Best Celebrity Interviews of 2018
Howard Stern and SiriusXM announced today that his exclusive SiriusXM channel, Howard 100, will celebrate his best interviews from the past year. Howard 100: The Best of the Interviews will kick off on Monday, December 17.
Howard Stern, who is often credited as the best interviewer in the business for his insightful and engaging interviews, spoke at length with some of the biggest names in entertainment throughout 2018, getting them to share engaging and never before heard stories live on the air.
Howard 100: The Best of the Interviews, will give listeners a chance to relive these interviews, including Cardi B, Jon Bon Jovi, Stephen Colbert, James Corden, Claire Danes, Snoop Dogg, Jennifer Lawrence, Paul McCartney, Mandy Moore,Gwyneth Paltrow, Amy Schumer, Ringo Starr, Ben Stiller and many more.
Howard Stern is known as much for his groundbreaking timely comedy as for his interviews. Howard Stern’s second SiriusXM channel, Howard 101, will be dedicated to the show’s greatest comedic moments from the year featuring Howard, Robin Quivers, Fred Norris, Gary “Bababooey” Dell’Abate and the exploits of their slew of office mates, “Wack Pack” super fans and characters. Highlights include Howard Stern Staff IQ Test, Ronnie the Limo Driver’s Big Secret, JD’s Bachelor Party, The Wack Pack Conclave, as well as the best Prank Calls, Song Parodies, and surprise drop-ins of the year.
SiriusXM subscribers can tune in to both Howard 100: The Best of the Interviews and Howard 101: The Best of Everything Else starting Monday, December 17 at 7:00 am ET through New Year’s Day via satellite and through the SiriusXM app on smartphones and other connected devices, as well as online at siriusxm.com.
Selections from Howard Stern’s Best of 2018 can be seen as well as heard, through Howard Stern Video, via the SiriusXM app.
SiriusXM subscribers are able to listen to Howard 100 and Howard 101 on SiriusXM radios, and those with streaming access can listen online, on-the-go with the SiriusXM mobile app and at home on a wide variety of connected devices including smart TVs, Amazon Alexa devices, Apple TV, PlayStation, Roku, Sonos speakers and more. Go to www.SiriusXM.com/streaming to learn more.
Skittles Last Minute Gift Shop Opens December 24 at 11:59 PM to Proudly Celebrate Canadian Procrastinators this Holiday Season
The Skittles brand had an inkling that Canadians tend to wait until the very last minute to complete their holiday shopping. A recent survey by the brand confirms Skittles has uncovered the truth. Nearly two thirds of Canadians would rather listen to the 12 Days of Christmas on repeat than face a busy, crowded mall. The Skittles brand concurs. The pain of holiday shopping can make shoppers want to leave gift buying until the fa-la-la-la last minute. While postponing shoppers are usually frowned upon, this season the Skittles team is honouring them with the ultimate last-minute shopping experience. Literally.
No longer is it scrooge-worthy to critique last minute shoppers. In fact, 81 Percent of Canadians agree more of us should be rewarded for taking our time, rather than being judged for it. The Skittles team is here to help, celebrating all those diehard delayers who put their shopping off until the very last minute, with the first-ever Skittles Last Minute Gift Shop.
The store, located at 423 Queen Street West, Unit 112, will open at 11:59 p.m. on Christmas Eve, quite literally – the very, very last possible minute! And will remain open until 12:59 a.m. Inside, the shop will have 60 unique gifts with a Skittles twist, representing every second of the last minute, one for each of the first 60 people in line, giving pro procrastinators even more reason to do zero shopping before the last minute. Just think, instead of showing up to Christmas with a 2018 cat calendar you could give the gift of a Ukelele adorned with Skittles candy.
If you find yourself at home on Christmas Eve just realizing you forgot something for cousin Jimmy, don’t stress. The Skittles team has you covered with its online store, which is opening its virtual doors at 11:59 p.m. on December 24, for 1 minute only, only 60 seconds!
Canadians can visit www.SkittlesLastMinute.ca from 11:59 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. to receive a coupon for $2 off select (151g, 191g and 320g) packs of Skittles candy. Although the online store won’t yet be open until that coveted last minute, you can visit the site starting December 10, to find out more and waste valuable shopping time playing The Skittles Waiting Game with fellow procrastinators and follow #LastMinuteGiftShop to see how the Skittles brand is living its most last-minute life this holiday season.
When Canadians were asked about the craziest-last minute gifts they had ever received their list included a singing mug, a battery warmer, and a “love you more than bacon” plaque. While all get points for creativity, the Skittles team wanted to give Canadians a place where they could pick-up some truly sweet gifts that are only available at the last minute.
In the spirit of the season, the Skittles team is donating $10,000 to the Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada, the charitable partner of Mars Wrigley Confectionery. Check out www.SkittlesLastMinute.ca for more information.
Taco Bell Steak Burrito Supreme Commercial with Willie Nelson, 1993
It’s been 25 years since Willie Nelson got himself out of a $16.7 million tax bill by doing a commercial for Taco Bell and it’s still perfection. As part of the partnership, Taco Bell cut a $20,000 oversized check to kick off Farm Aid VI fundraising. In 2018 dollars, that’s like 40,000 tacos worth of dollars.
https://youtu.be/H3p4lQlX8ws
One Of The Greatest Doo-Wop Songs And Video EVER: Dion & The Belmonts’ “I Wonder Why”
“I Wonder Why” is a doo-wop song, written by Melvin Anderson and Ricardo Weeks (lyrics), and first recorded by Dion and the Belmonts (released as Laurie Records’ first single, number 3013), becoming the group’s first national pop chart hit, in 1958.