The Cat Piano is a short film by The People’s Republic of Animation, directed by Eddie White and Ari Gibson. It details a city of singing cats is preyed upon by a shadowy figure intent on performing a twisted feline symphony, and was shortlisted for an Oscar for Best Short Animated Film in 2010. The Cat Piano features the voice of iconic Australian artist Nick Cave narrating the poem while in Melbourne in 2007 and on tour with his band, The Grinderman.
Apple Releases (PRODUCT)RED iPhone Benefitting Global Fund to Fight AIDS
Apple today announced iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus (PRODUCT)RED Special Edition in a vibrant red aluminum finish, in recognition of more than 10 years of partnership between Apple and (RED). This gives customers an unprecedented way to contribute to the Global Fund and bring the world a step closer to an AIDS-free generation. The special edition (PRODUCT)RED iPhone will be available to order online worldwide and in stores beginning Friday, March 24.
“Since we began working with (RED) 10 years ago, our customers have made a significant impact in fighting the spread of AIDS through the purchase of our products, from the original iPod nano (PRODUCT)RED Special Edition all the way to today’s lineup of Beats products and accessories for iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch,” said Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO. “The introduction of this special edition iPhone in a gorgeous red finish is our biggest (PRODUCT)RED offering to date in celebration of our partnership with (RED), and we can’t wait to get it into customers’ hands.”
“Apple is the world’s largest corporate donor to the Global Fund, contributing more than $130 million as part of its partnership with (RED),” said Deborah Dugan, (RED)’s CEO. “Combining the global reach of the world’s most loved smartphone with our efforts to provide access to life-saving ARV medication in sub-Saharan Africa, customers now have a remarkable opportunity to make a difference and contribute to the Global Fund through the purchase of this new beautiful (PRODUCT)RED iPhone.”
iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus are the best, most advanced iPhones ever, packed with unique innovations that improve all the ways iPhone is used every day. Both phones feature the most popular camera in the world with advanced camera systems that shoot incredible photos and videos day or night, more power and performance with the best battery life ever in an iPhone, immersive stereo speakers and a wide color system from camera to display, all in a water and dust resistant design. iPhone comes with iOS 10, which brings more expressive and animated ways to communicate in Messages, new ways to use Siri with your favorite apps, beautifully redesigned Maps, Photos, Apple Music and News, and the Home app, which lets you simply and securely set up, manage and control your home all in one place.
(RED)’s critical work provides access to life-saving HIV/AIDS programs in sub-Saharan Africa, which is home to more than two thirds of the world’s HIV-positive population. One hundred percent of all money raised by (RED) goes directly to Global Fund HIV/AIDS grants that provide testing, counseling, treatment and prevention programs with a specific focus on eliminating transmission of the virus from moms to their babies. Since it was founded in 2006, (RED) has generated more than $465 million for the Global Fund, with more than $130 million from Apple alone.
A Young George Michael Opens Up About Being Famous In This Animated 1986 Interview
“I’m more experienced sexually than I was as an 18 year old. So maybe it’s time for that to start reflecting in the music.” – George Michael on November 10, 1986, as told to Joe Smith
George Michael was 23 when he sat for this interview, which has never been broadcast before. He had just embarked on his solo career after leaving Wham!. During the conversation, George Michael talks about his sexuality and shedding his pop-ballad persona ala Careless Whisper. He sounds confident in striking out on his own and sees a clear path to super stardom, but he openly talks about the fear that lurks within that fame might be his demise. He reflects on the power of his fame, as he recalls the historice trip Wham! took to play in communist-China in 1985.
Oh, I suppose what I really want is to be able to do what I want creatively, succeed publicly, and be able to progress without screwing the rest of my life up. That’s the way I see it really. In 10 years time I think I could be a very, very big star as opposed to just a star. Although there is that half of me that wants it, there’s another half of me that’s very frightened of it, as well, because I don’t think it has a good effect on people’s lives. I don’t want to be dragged into the kind of downsides of this business that are so easy to fall into. I’m very excited about the future but at the same time it worries me.
A Hilarious Compilation of Outrageous Stories Told on the Graham Norton Show
The most outrageous couch stories ever, as told on The Graham Norton Show
The First Single From Chuck Berry’s New Album, “CHUCK” Sounds Like Chuck Berry…And That’s A Great Thing
Chuck Berry, the artist who codified the sound, rhythm and language of rock and roll, finished his CHUCK album barely before his passing last week. It’s his first new album since 1979’s Rock It, and is now set for release on June 16th, though the estate released first single “Big Boys,” featuring Tom Morello and Nathaniel Rateliff, today.
Comprised primarily of new, original songs written, recorded and produced by the founding rock and roll legend, CHUCK was recorded in various studios around St. Louis and features Berry’s longtime hometown backing group – including his children Charles Berry Jr. (guitar) and Ingrid Berry (harmonica), plus Jimmy Marsala (Berry’s bassist of forty years), Robert Lohr (piano), and Keith Robinson (drums) – which has supported him for over two decades on over two hundred residency shows at the famed Blueberry Hill club.
A unique rendition of ‘Old Apartment’ performed by Barenaked Ladies and a capella group The Persuasions
A unique rendition of ‘Old Apartment’ performed by Barenaked Ladies and a capella group The Persuasions. The full set of performances from this once in a lifetime collaboration will be available March 22nd on http://sessionsx.com/.
https://youtu.be/HIJ_t7FMiR0
Harlem Globetrotter replaces teacher in famous handshake video
As the Harlem Globetrotters make their way north for their Canadian tour starting in April, the viral video of the week comes out of Charlotte, NC. Star player Zeus McClurkin surprised the world famous “handshake students” in their recognizable hallway of Ashley Park PreK-8. Zeus studied and learned the personalized handshake ritual that made fifth grade teacher Barry White, Jr. and his students worldwide internet sensations. Zeus also joined the kids in the classroom to inspire them to believe in their dreams.
This Viral Traffic-Jam-Beating Car Is A Sneaky Ad For….
Stuck in a traffic jam? Hum Rider is here to help. With the push of a button, Hum Rider widens and elevates and lets you drive over cars in front of you. Problem solved. “Hum” is a device by Verizon Telematics that makes your car smarter and more connected with features like a mechanics hotline, maintenance reminders and boundary and speed alerts. And, starting today, a wifi hotspot in the car with HumX.