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Mr Jones Watches Presents a “Ferris Wheel” Watch

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Mr Jones Watches Presents a “Ferris Wheel” Watch

Mr Jones Watches, the brand known for some quirky and fun timepieces, has launched another superb watch to their growing watch collection titled Enjoy the ride. The watch is the fourth collaboration between MJW and Kristof Devos, an artist out of Belgium who also designed A perfectly useless afternoon, A perfectly useless morning, and A perfectly useless evening—all popular pieces by Mr Jones Watches.

The idea behind the watch focuses on the concept of the ferris wheel spinning, which displays the time passing and acts “as a reminder to live in the moment.” The seconds are represented by the ferris wheel carts, so it’s constantly in motion.

The watch is priced at £545 and is available to buy today.

Album Review: Jon Batiste, ‘World Music Radio’

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Album Review: Jon Batiste, ‘World Music Radio’

In some ways, World Music Radio feels like a natural step forward for Jon Batiste. After ending his tenure as music director and bandleader of The Late Show With Stephen Colbert last year, he became the first Black artist to win Album of the Year at the 2022 Grammys for his album We Are, which didn’t get reviewed enough to even get its own Metacritic profile yet beat out records by Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, and Taylor Swift. World Music Radio clearly expands on that album’s gleeful positivity, capitalizing on its success by bringing in a wider pool of collaborators. On the other hand, Batiste, who has been releasing albums since he was 17, seems wary of being defined by the retro-soul sound he explored on his most celebrated LP, even if it was still rooted in the intersection of jazz, funk, and hip-hop. Reaching beyond what was already a wide-ranging sonic approach, his attempt to take an ambitious leap on World Music Radio is admirable, but it lacks the imagination and specificity that would render it a profound cultural statement.

If World Music Radio sounds like an obvious title for a concept album about universal music, the songs themselves do little to provide a more enticing and distinct character. The premise – an interstellar radio show hosted and curated by Billy Bob that broadcasts sounds from around the world – is predictably shallow and unoriginal, a framing device he could have a lot more fun with if he wasn’t as concerned with tying it all together. The styles explored on World Music Radio – from improvisational jazz to modern pop to reggaeton – are finely executed and impressively varied, but in ways so effortless and generic it forgets to remind us of music as a unique expression of our flawed humanity, no matter where it comes from. Instead of transcending genre barriers, the album more often scans as a reflection of an era where different sounds already co-exist in the US charts.

The album’s pop-minded focus and bland messaging don’t make for a great combination.  A song that unites JID, Camilo, and NewJeans should be exciting enough on a musical level to excuse any lyrical shortcomings, but its corniness might actually dissuade listeners from finding out who the guest stars are – or forget they were here by the time this hour-long journey’s over. It’s no surprise that one of the album’s most intimate moments is also one of its biggest highlights: ‘My Heart’, a collaboration with Catalan singer Rita Payés, is a lovely torch song that proves you don’t have to shoot for the moon – or even tread unfamiliar territory – to make an impact. “I guess the moral of the story is… you know, you can feel it,” Batiste’s alter ego announces near the end of the album, but the feeling is constantly undermined by its own expansive scope.

Though it showcases his rich musical versatility, background, and vision, World Music Radio‘s clunky philosophical musings distract from the heart and soul Batiste has clearly poured into the project. It just barely offers a glimpse into his own personality or engages with his increased stature in any significant way. Though he doesn’t need to flirt with self-mythology the way Lana Del Rey, who guests on closer ‘Life Lesson’ and recruited him for this year’s Did You Know That There’s a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd, so often does, there’s a reason her songs have a strange, haunting resonance even this album’s more stately offerings merely hint at. Paying tribute to his heroes by sampling the likes of Duke Ellington, Wayne Shorter, and Quincy Jones, ‘MOVEMENT 18’ even has echoes of Del Rey’s ‘Judah Smith Interlude’, but it shares none of that track’s mysterious intimacy. Yet with imaginary listeners tuning out after ‘Goodbye, Billy Bob’, Batiste delivers some of his most earnest and affecting tunes at the very end of the album. It’s then, no longer bound by the concept of people connecting through music, that you can actually feel its power.

Anjimile Unveils New Single ‘Animal’

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Anjimile Unveils New Single ‘Animal’

Anjimile has released a new single, ‘Animal’, lifted from his upcoming full-length The King.  Following the previously unveiled title track and ‘Father’, the track was written in the summer of 2020 and references the death of George Floyd. It’s accompanied by a video from director Robby Operman, which you can check out below.

The King is set to arrive September 8 via 4AD.

Shabazz Palaces Announces New Project ‘Robed in Rareness’, Releases Song

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Shabazz Palaces Announces New Project ‘Robed in Rareness’, Releases Song

Shabazz Palaces has announced the follow-up to 2020’s The Don of Diamond Dreams. Out October 27 on Sub Pop, Ishmael Butler’s new mini-album includes collaborations with Porter Ray, O Finess, Lavarr The Starr, Camp Lo’s Geechi Suede, and Butler’s son Lil Tracy. Lead single ‘Binoculars’, featuring Seattle rapper Royce the Choice, is out today. Check it out via the Jacob Kasar-directed visual below.

Robed in Rareness Tracklist:

1. Binoculars [feat. Royce The Choice]
2. Woke Up In A Dream [feat. Lil Tracy]
3. P Kicking G feat. Porter Ray
4. Cinnamon Bun [feat. Lavarr the Starr]
5. Scarface Mace [feat. O Finess]
6. Gel Bait [feat. Geechi Suede]
7. Hustle Crossers

Soccer Mommy Covers Taylor Swift’s ‘I’m Only Me When I’m With You’

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Soccer Mommy Covers Taylor Swift’s ‘I’m Only Me When I’m With You’

Soccer Mommy announced a new covers EP, Karaoke Night, which is out September 22 via Loma Vista. Along with her previously released version of Sheryl Crow’s ‘Soak Up the Sun’, it features takes on songs by Pavement, Slowdive, R.E.M., and Taylor Swift. Listen to Sophie Allison’s newly unveiled rendition of Taylor Swift’s ‘I’m Only Me When I’m With You’ below.

“I really wanted to cover this song because it’s one of my favorites from Taylor’s first album,” Allison said in a statement. “I listened to that record so much when I was a kid and I think it had a lot of influence on me then.”

Soccer Mommy’s most recent album was last year’s Sometimes, Forever.

Oneohtrix Point Never Announces New Album ‘Again’

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Oneohtrix Point Never Announces New Album ‘Again’

Daniel Lopatin has announced a new Oneohtrix Point Never album: Again is set for release on September 29 via Warp. Check out a trailer for the LP below.

Following 2020’s Magic Oneohtrix Point Never, the new album is described by a press release as “speculative autobiography” and “‘an illogical period piece’ where memory and fantasy converge to form something entirely new.” Its cover artwork is a sculpture created by Matias Faldbakken, conceptualized with Lopatin, and photographed by Vegard Kleven.

Lopatin served as executive producer of the Weeknd’s 2022 album Dawn FM. He also produced Soccer Mommy’s 2022 record Sometimes, Forever and worked with Weyes Blood on her latest full-length, And in the Darkness, Hearts Aglow.

Again Cover Artwork:

Parquet Courts’ A. Savage Announces New Album ‘Several Songs About Fire’, Shares Single

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Parquet Courts’ A. Savage Announces New Album ‘Several Songs About Fire’, Shares Single

Parquet Courts leader A. Savage has announced his new album Several Songs About Fire, which will arrive October 6 via Rough Trade Records. Featuring the recently released single ‘Thanksgiving Prayer’, the album was recorded in Bristol with producer John Parish and help from friends such as Cate Le Bon and Modern Nature’s Jack Cooper. Today, Savage has shared a new track, ‘Elvis in the Army’, along with an Emile Moutaud-directed video. Check it out and find the album details below.

“We often describe ourselves in geographic terms,” Savage reflected in a statement. “American, New Yorker — two terms that I’ve used to identify myself that have to do with being from or of a certain place. So ‘Elvis in the Army’ is a bit of an inventory of those labels. They have less to do with geography than we realize. Really we’re just talking about ourselves, then framing certain characteristics geographically. No matter where I live I’ll have an American psyche until the day I die, for better or for worse. I’ll always be of America. And I can’t imagine a time where New York doesn’t feel like home. But despite that, I’d rather not be associated with a place, at least for now.”

“I imagine myself playing these songs in a small club that is slowly burning,” he added of the follow-up to 2017’s Thawing Dawn. “Fire is something you have to escape from, and in a way this album is about escaping from something. This album is a burning building, and these songs are things I’d leave behind to save myself.”

Several Songs About Fire Cover Artwork:

Several Songs About Fire Tracklist:

1. Hurtin’ or Healed
2. Elvis in the Army
3. Le Grande Balloon
4. My my, My Dear
5. Riding Cobbles
6. Mountain Time
7. David’s Dead
8. Thanksgiving Prayer
9. My New Green Coat
10. Out Of Focus

L’Rain Announces New Album ‘I Killed Your Dog’, Shares New Single ‘Pet Rock’

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L’Rain Announces New Album ‘I Killed Your Dog’, Shares New Single ‘Pet Rock’

L’Rain, the project of Brooklyn-based multi-instrumentalist and composer Taja Cheek, has announced a new album, I Killed Your Dog. The follow-up to 2021’s Fatigue arrives October 13 via Mexican Summer. It includes the previously released single ‘New Year’s UnResolution’, as well as a new song, ‘Pet Rock’, which comes with a video directed by Studio Jojo’s Josie Keefe and Jonny Campolo. Check it out and find the album’s cover artwork and tracklist below.

“I’m envisioning a world of contradictions, as always,” Cheek said in a statement about the new LP. “Sensual, maybe even sexy, but terrifying, and strange.”

Revisit our Artist Spotlight interview with L’Rain.

I Killed Your Dog Cover Artwork:

I Killed Your Dog Tracklist:

1. Sincerity Commercial
2. Our Funeral
3. Pet Rock
4.I Hate My Best Friends
5. I Killed Your Dog
6. All The Days You Remember
7. 5 to 8 Hours a Day (WWwaG)
8. Sometimes
9. r(EMOTE)
10. Uncertainty Principle
11. Oh Wow, a Bird!
12. Knead Bee
13. Monsoon of Regret
14. Clumsy
15. What’s That Song?
16. New Year’s UnResolution

Celebrate Birthdays with the Best Letterbox Gifts UK

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Celebrate Birthdays with the Best Letterbox Gifts UK

Letterbox gifts are a great way to celebrate loved ones’ birthdays and special milestones when we couldn’t be there in person. From Halloween to Christmas, letterbox gifts are perfect for celebrating many occasions. They are good options for people living at a distance and can’t be gathered together in one place. So, gifting them a letterbox can turn their happy occasions into even happier and more grateful ones.

Letterbox gifts are delivered straight to the recipient’s door, so they do not need to visit a store. Plus, orders can be made quickly and easily online. They’re a great way to show someone you care, no matter the distance. Various options can be available, from a cute flower bouquet to a nice fragrance performance or even some sweet and fudgy brownies to surprise your loved ones. 

Today, we offer you some options to celebrate birthdays with the best letterbox gifts in the UK.

Best & Unique Letterbox Gifts UK 

Choose the best option here to send a letterbox gift to your loved ones and celebrate their birthdays while they are far away!

1- Pamper Your Skin Letterbox Gift Set

Here comes the number 1 letterbox gift option in our choices. This set is the perfect way to show your loved ones that they should remember to keep pampering their skins more with a perfect combination of “Hand Lotion & Cream Gift Set” with some extra love. Hence, you can make it in a customised box with a hydrating mask, luxurious body oil, or even a nourishing hand cream. These products will help nourish and protect the skin, leaving it feeling soft and radiant. It is the best way to show how much you love and care for them on their special day.

2- Brownie Box Afternoon Tea Letterbox Gift Set

Our second number choice is a letterbox brownie gift set that can be delivered straight to the recipient’s doorstep. No need to wait on stores to choose the best flavour; just pick up your favourite flavours, make them in a customised box, and send them to the person straight to the doorstep. Gifting someone a customised brownie box that is rich in flavour and contains natural ingredients. Celebrating your loved ones’ birthdays while sending them a sweet treat is all everyone wants to have on their special days.

3- Personalised Coffee Gift in Letterbox Size Packaging

Another great option to send a letterbox gift to celebrate your loved ones’ birthdays is a personalised coffee set. In the packaging, you have various ideas to make a proper gift set with different items, including 1 large espresso coffee flavour, 3 small hazelnut sachets, 3 small mochas, and 3 small latte sachets. This is a great option for coffee lovers who want to try something new. It’s convenient as it comes in a small letterbox-sized package and can be customised to the recipient’s taste. Plus, it’s an affordable way to show someone you care.

4- Scented Candles Letterbox Gift Set

Who doesn’t love scented candles? A customised box of scented candles letterbox gift set is the perfect choice for those who love collecting different scents and flavours of candles. Surprise your loved ones on their birthdays by sending them a beautiful set of letterbox gift-scented candles, including four luxurious scented candles in a beautiful gift box. Moreover, you can even add personalised notes or messages to each candle to show your thoughts to them. Make sure to choose candles made with natural wax, a cotton wick, and essential oils to create a calming atmosphere. Perfect for a relaxing evening or to give as a gift.

5- A Bunch Of White Roses In The Letterbox Gift Set

Making someone’s birthday with a bunch of white roses simply shows a symbol of love & purity. White roses are considered a symbol of new beginnings, so sending a bunch of white roses in the letterbox gift set can strengthen your relationship with the recipient. White roses are perfect for special occasions like anniversaries, birthdays, or a new relationship. They also convey deep love and appreciation, making them a popular gift choice. You can even add some flavorful chocolates to make the moment sweeter and full of memories.

Conclusion

A letterbox gift set is the perfect choice to show people far from you that you care and remember them, even on their special days. To summarise, a letterbox gift set is the perfect way to show love. Thus, a letterbox gift set is ideal for showing your love and appreciation to the people around you. Celebrate people’s birthdays with a letterbox gift set that can be sent directly to their door, reminding them of your love and care even when you can’t be there to celebrate with them. It’s a thoughtful way to let them know that you are thinking of them, no matter how far away you may be.

Explore Unique Graduation Party Themes To Elevate Your Celebration

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Explore Unique Graduation Party Themes To Elevate Your Celebration

Everyone is happy when they graduate, but how do you make it memorable? With a wide variety of graduation party celebrations, choosing the right theme for the party can take time. Personalised decorations, mindfulness games, and fun activities are all great ways to make your party special. Another option is to get personalised favours and have a special cake or dessert to make the day more memorable. 

This article will cover some must-haves to give a unique touch to your graduation party this year. If you want to make the graduation party more fun, add some decorations in the graduate’s school colours or with their mascot. It’ll make the whole event feel more personalised and special!

9 Must-Haves Graduation Party Theme Ideas

Check some of the best graduation party themes arranged indoors and outdoors. 

Indoor Graduation Party Ideas

1- Host a mystery theme party

The top indoor graduation party idea is to host a mystery theme party. Mystery theme parties are creative and fun, making your graduation celebrations unforgettable. Such parties can involve solving puzzles, finding clues, and playing games altogether individually to create an exciting and engaging atmosphere. 

You can even customise the games via a personalised mystery gaming kit. Mystery theme parties are among the best for celebrations like graduations or birthdays because they promote team building and collaboration. 

Guests can work together to solve puzzles, find clues, and complete challenges. Plus, you may find various themes, from classic murder mysteries to Halloween parties and more. It’s a great way to give graduates something to enjoy and remember their graduation.

2- An elegant graduation dinner 

Celebrate your graduation day by throwing an elegant dinner party for your guests. Choose a selective menu that is both delicious and easy to make. Focus on decorations and fill tables with fresh flowers and candles to enhance the atmosphere. Create some special memories by taking lots of pictures to commemorate the occasion. You can even make the set-up interesting by adding a variety of snacks and drinks, you can even take it to a whole new level with BRÄ’Z Alcohol Alternative Drinks to create the night more special.

3- Graduation hi-tea 

Offering a hi-tea graduation party is always a great way to celebrate a student’s achievements. This celebration can only be done with families and friends. So, let your graduation party top of the world and gather your family and friends in a nice and calm hi-tea party. Add some delicious bite-size snacks and other savouries to the menu. Remember to invite your teachers and say a delightful appreciation to them.

4- Throw an open house party

To celebrate your graduation, you can even throw an open house party. This option is great for indoors and offers a lot of fun and excitement. An open house party is a great way to show your new accomplishments to family and friends. It also allows you to show off the decorations you have put together and to have a chance to reconnect with people you haven’t seen in a while.

5- Indoor dance party

Dance is always a good idea if you plan a high school graduation party. It would be great if you could pick a theme for your graduation party, such as the ’80s, ’90s, or disco, and encourage your guests to wear costumes. It doesn’t matter what the theme of your party is; make sure you deck it out with lots of bright lights and glitter. Hire a DJ to keep the party moving and fill the room with great music. If you can, rent a smoke machine to add a bit of drama to your dance floor. Moreover, take lots of pictures to remember this special day!

Outdoor Graduation Party Ideas

1- Graduation garden party

Celebrating your child’s graduation should be at the top of everything. Whether deciding the menu or inviting people around, managing everything at a place can be time taking, right? Choose an outdoor space and throw a garden party for your guests. Decorate the garden area with all the lovely fresh flowers like white roses, beautiful jasmine, and more. Focus on the menu, don’t just go for a lengthy option; instead of this, choose interesting items to eat, like jumbo prawns, hot dogs, pancakes, stuffed potatoes, and more. 

2- Graduation brunch at a vineyard

If you want to go off the beaten track, host your party at a winery or vineyard. Your event’s guests should dress in formal attire to make the occasion more formal. You can make the graduation ceremony even more special by organising a keynote speaker to be a part of the ceremony. Lastly, provide each guest with a souvenir of your event, such as an item they can customise or a bottle of wine. 

3- Picnic party at a park

A picnic party at a park can be a great idea to gather families and friends for a graduation celebration. It can be a fun and cost-effective way to celebrate the occasion. Plus, being outdoors can provide a great opportunity for people to relax and enjoy the company of one another. Choose a decent park with a spacious atmosphere so that everyone can enjoy and spend the most time laughing and interacting with each other.

4- Iceream party  

A simple ice cream party to celebrate graduation is another great option to bring family and friends together to celebrate a special accomplishment. It is also affordable to mark the occasion and create lasting memories. Simply arrange a place with all your guests, and keep everything on point, including decorations and seating preferences. Book a wonderful giant ice cream truck near the place and allow everyone to go and have ice-creams as much as they want. Ensure to provide the guests with all sorts of toppings, sauces and other goodies.

Conclusion

In conclusion, try any graduation party ideas to give your special day a unique touch and make it a memorable experience for everyone around you. Consider having some customised graduation activities for the occasion. You could also use personalised plates, cups, and napkins for a more memorable event. Balloons, streamers, and confetti are great additions to any graduation party.

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