About VAUGHN LOWERY

Vaughn Lowery is a native of Detroit and the youngest of five siblings, a graduate of Cornell University's ILR School. Core duties: global diversification strategy, production management, and ecological implementation. The grandson of the late civil rights defender and recipient of the presidential medal of freedom, Joseph Lowery. Lastly, a distinguished member of the Alpha Phi Alphi Fraternity, Incorporated (Alpha Chapter).

Clipse Releases Highly Anticipated 4th Album – Let God Sort Em Out

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Clipse release their highly-anticipated fourth studio album, LET GOD SORT EM OUT.

Executive-Produced by Pharrell Williams, LET GOD SORT EM OUT features guest appearances from Kendrick Lamar, Tyler the Creator, Nas, John Legend, The-Dream, Ab-Liva, Stove God Cooks and more.

Critical acclaim has already begun pouring in for LGSEO, with Rolling Stone’s 4-star review proclaiming the album as “brilliant,” the Guardian’s Five-star review hailing it as “one of the albums of the year,” and Stereogum calling it “a statement of the highest order,” a “real-deal event” and “a reclamation of legacy”

Pusha T and Malice released two searing tracks ahead of LET GOD SORT EM OUT – “Ace Trumpets,” and “So Be It” – while grabbing headlines with GQ, The New York Times, Colors and more. In its GQ Hype cover story, GQ proclaimed “The Thornton brothers have set their intentions from the jump with an album title that promises to Let God Sort Em Out…killing all the competition by putting their bid in for Rap Album of the Year.”

LISTEN TO LET GOD SORT EM OUT’ HERE

Supporting the new album with their first U.S. tour in almost two decades, Clipse have announced the ‘Let God Sort Em Out Tour,’ set to launch on August 3 in Boston, MA. The tour will feature stops in New York, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Houston, Detroit, Chicago and many more, including Pusha T and Malice’s hometown of Virginia Beach, VA.

Tickets and VIP Packages for the Let God Sort Em Out Tour are on sale now at letgodsortemout.com.

For the release of LET GOD SORT EM OUT, Clipse have enlisted an all-star team comprised of longtime collaborators, as well as exciting new partners; LGSEO is produced entirely by Pharrell Williams with artwork and design by KAWS, and will be marketed and distributed in partnership with Roc Nation.

Limited edition vinyl LPs, CDs and exclusive merchandise from KAWS, Verdy, Denim Tears and Carhartt WIP are now available exclusively at the official Clipse shop letgodsortemout.com.

LET GOD SORT EM OUT TRACKLIST:

01 – The Birds Don’t Sing Feat. John Legend & Voices of Fire

02 – Chains & Whips Feat. Kendrick Lamar

03 – P.O.V. Feat. Tyler, The Creator

04 – So Be It Pt. II

05 – Ace Trumpets

06 – All Things Considered Feat. The-Dream & Pharrell Williams

07 – M.T.B.T.T.F.

08 – E.B.I.T.D.A. Feat. Pharrell Williams

09 – F.I.C.O. Feat. Stove God Cooks

10 – Inglorious Bastards Feat. Ab-Liva

11 – So Far Ahead FEAT. Pharrell Williams

12 – Let God Sort Em Out / Chandeliers Feat. Nas

13 – By The Grace Of God Feat. Pharrell Williams

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Maserati MCPURA: the Essence of Performance

Debuts at Goodwood

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Maserati unveils the new MCPURA super sports car: pure energy, pure elegance, and pure performance. The car is available in coupé and convertible versions, known as Cielo.

Maserati has raised the curtain on the world premiere of the new MCPURA super sports car, an expression of the purest essence of energy and performance, the Trident way. The new masterpiece, 100% made in Italy, was unveiled at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed, the international event that every year celebrates the most iconic cars and the most extraordinary performance in the evocative setting of the South Downs National Park, West Sussex.

An evolution of the MC20 Halo Car – which in 2020 launched a new era for the brand – the new MCPURA takes up its spirit and amplifies it to its most intense and refined form. The work has focused on the exterior design, materials and interior finishes, but the core remains the same: the powerful and unmistakable 621 HP V6 Nettuno engine, a symbol of Maserati’s passion for performance. After all, MCPURA encompasses everything that makes the Maserati driving experience unique, i.e. the ability to connect driver and car without filters, transmitting the most extreme elegance, exhilarating driving performance, and timeless artisanship.

Pure elegance, character, and emotion. The name itself reveals the essence of a model designed to embody, in its most concentrated form, the most authentic values of the Trident. It is no coincidence that an iconic formula was chosen for the launch campaign: E = MCPURA. Powerful hyperbole, inspired by Einstein’s theory of relativity, which celebrates energy with the capacity to multiply until it becomes a pure expression of excellence.

Santo Ficili, Maserati COO, stated: “With MCPURA, Maserati is once again regaining its rightful place: at the top and in its stomping ground. Both versions – coupé and Cielo – are created at our historic Modena facility, where the heart of the Trident has been beating for nearly 90 years. This is where the entire MCPURA production process takes place: we produce the Nettuno engine, assemble each component, and carry out the most exclusive customization at the Maserati Officine Fuoriserie. Modena is not just our headquarters; it forms part of our identity. We are the oldest automotive marque in the Motor Valley, an area we helped to build and continue to represent around the world. From there, we proudly tell the story of Italian excellence and luxury.”

At Goodwood, the new super sports car was presented in the sophisticated Ai Aqua Rainbow body color – designed as part of the Maserati Fuoriserie Customization Program, in a matte version for the coupé and in gloss for the Cielo – which, in its very name, is reminiscent of light in movement. It is a blue that changes in the sun, producing a rainbow effect. It is inspired by the prism: breaking down white light, then capturing all its facets and creating a unique and pure color. The Trident on the grille and the C-pillar, and the insignia on both sides of the car are in a magenta color with blue mica, making the combination even more elegant. The logo in the same color is also repeated in the middle of the rims, with a specific burnished diamond-cut finish. Finally, the standout features in both cars are the seats in Alcantara Ice, laser-etched to bring out the Trident with brand-new visuals. The resulting image is both futuristic and sporty with a double-sided backing, an iridescent red with blue and an iridescent blue with red, which enhances the forms and takes up the same shades of the exterior details. The “lasered” processing is used to convey three-dimensionality, creating a combination of the sporty elegance of Alcantara.

The color palette available for the MCPURA is eye-catching and evocative; it consists of a selection of different body colors specially designed for the new super sports car, with a strong reference to both the Italian spirit and Maserati’s iconic heritage. Three innovations stand out: the brand-new Devil Orange, a combination of vibrant energy and audacity; and the elegant dual-layer metallic Verde Royale and Night Interaction, two sophisticated and luxurious shades to emphasize the role of MCPURA as the Maserati brand’s new standard-bearer, the epitome of Italian luxury around the world.

The color palette has therefore been further expanded, partly thanks to the multiple possibilities for customization offered by Maserati Fuoriserie Program, including more than thirty body colors, whether solid, metallic, three-layer, four-layer, or matte.

Available immediately in coupé and convertible versions, the new MCPURA has four distinctive features: the carbon-fiber body; the Maserati-patented V6 Nettuno engine; the “Butterfly” doors; and the retractable glass roof, for the convertible version (MCPURA Cielo). Specifically, the carbon-fiber monocoque pairs rigidity and lightness, so much so that the total weight comes in at under 3,307 lbs. Thanks to its power output of 621 HP, it comes out best in class in weight/power ratio: 5.21 lbs. / HP.

MCPURA can also count on the power of the now-iconic V6 Nettuno engine, the result of a true technological revolution, covered by international patents and 100% made at Maserati, which saw the light together with the MC20. Specifically, the 3.0-liter twin-turbo delivers 621 HP at 7,500 rpm and 720 Nm of torque from 3,000 rpm. The power-to-weight ratio is 207 HP/liter. This engine’s secret lies in the innovative pre-chamber combustion system featuring twin spark plugs. This technology is derived from Formula 1 and – thanks to Maserati’s patent – is now available in an engine destined for the road.

The third hallmark of the MCPURA is the “Butterfly” doors, added to improve access to the passenger compartment and simultaneously reveal the carbon-fiber structure of the chassis. Finally, in the Cielo version, MCPURA introduces a retractable roof in polymer-dispersed liquid crystal (PDLC) glass, the first to do so in its class, with the ability to switch from opaque to transparent in one second. The onboard experience thus becomes multi-faceted: all-encompassing with the roof closed and opaque; a unique “sky feeling” when the roof is transparent; holistic with the top down.

The MCPURA is produced at the historic Maserati plant on Viale Ciro Menotti, Modena, where in addition to the Nettuno engine, the GT2 Stradale and – from Q4 2025 – the iconic GranTurismo and GranCabrio models are also made. The plant stands out for its innovation and artisanship partly thanks to the Officine Maserati Fuoriserie, a recently opened space dedicated to the most refined customization at the House of the Trident. As such, MCPURA completes its 100% made in Modena path from development to production, all the way to the paintwork of the Fuoriserie versions in the new paint shops.

Maserati S.p.A.

Maserati produces a complete range of unique cars, immediately recognizable for their extraordinary personality. Thanks to their style, technology, and innately exclusive character, they delight the most discerning, demanding tastes and have always been a benchmark for the global automotive industry. A tradition of successful cars, each of them redefining what makes an Italian sports car in terms of design, performance, comfort, elegance, and safety, currently available in more than 70 markets internationally.

Maserati line-up includes the Grecale, the “everyday exceptional” SUV, the GranTurismo, the iconic Italian grand tourer, and the GranCabrio, the new convertible of the Trident; all models characterized by the use of the highest quality materials and excellent technical solutions. A range equipped with 4-cylinder hybrid powertrains – available for Grecale – and V6 petrol, with rear-wheel and four-wheel drive, embodying the performance DNA of the Trident brand. The top of the range is made up of the MC20 super sports car and the MC20 Cielo spyder, powered by the ground-breaking 100% Maserati Nettuno V6 engine, which incorporates F1-derived technologies into the power unit of a standard production car for the first time. The GranTurismo is available with both the high-performance V6 petrol engine, derived from the Nettuno, and a 100% electric version: the GranTurismo Folgore, the first car in the Modena-based brand’s history to adopt this solution. The full-electric range also currently includes the Grecale Folgore, Maserati’s first 100% electric SUV, and the GranCabrio Folgore. Finally, the House of the Trident’s latest addition is the Maserati GT2 Stradale, the road-legal version of the GT2 that took Maserati back to the track in closed-wheel championships. The heart of the new super sports car is the V6 Nettuno engine, reaching 640 CV (471 kW) in the latter configuration. The GT2 Stradale is therefore the most powerful road-going Maserati with an internal combustion engine.

The mission at Maserati is to write the future of mobility in the luxury segment, focusing on its customers’ requests. The Brand, in line with the Stellantis “Dare Forward 2030” strategic plan, is now taking Italian luxury all over the world.

Rimac Nevera R Becomes New 0-400-0 Champion

And Sets 24 Performance Records

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The Nevera R has beaten every performance record previously set by the standard Nevera, establishing new world records in 24 categories and regaining the 0-400-0 km/h (0-249-mph) title, with a time of 25.79 seconds – 2.04 seconds quicker than the previous holder. Once again, the Rimac team has proven that its engineering and design talent is among the best in the world, able to push the limits of performance to create the fastest accelerating production car the world has ever seen — electric or otherwise.

Building on the extraordinary record-breaking legacy of the original Nevera, which famously set 23 performance records in a single day at the Automotive Testing Papenburg (ATP) facility in Germany in 2023, the Nevera R has now surpassed every one of those achievements. Completed in the car’s high-speed mode, and independently verified by Dewesoft, this final validation test ahead of the customer deliveries demonstrates the significant performance gains of the Nevera R.

Most notably, the Nevera R’s new 0-400-0 km/h (0-249-0 mph) record improves on the standard Nevera’s 29.93-second record by 4.14 seconds. The Nevera R achieved a new 0-60 mph time of 1.66 seconds, beating the Nevera’s 1.74-second record, while reaching 100 km/h in just 1.72 seconds compared to 1.81 seconds. At higher speeds, the improvements become even more pronounced, reaching 200 km/h in 3.95 seconds versus 4.42 seconds in Nevera, and to 300 km/h (186 mph) in just 7.89 seconds compared to the Nevera’s 9.22 seconds. The Nevera R topped out at 431.45 km/h (268.2 mph) to set a new record for the fastest EV top speed.

The Nevera R’s performance gains stem from a comprehensive re-engineering of all major components. The enhanced aerodynamic package, featuring a fixed rear wing and enlarged diffuser, generates 15% more downforce while improving aerodynamic efficiency by 10%. New Michelin Cup 2 tires reduce understeer by 10% while increasing lateral grip by 5%, working in conjunction with the next-generation All-Wheel Torque Vectoring system that has been specifically recalibrated to maximize the potential of the high-performance rubber.

The vehicle’s 2,107 hp output, delivered through four individual motors controlled by Rimac’s advanced torque vectoring system, enables the Nevera R to distribute power with unprecedented precision. The system calculates and adjusts power delivery to each wheel 100 times per second, optimizing traction and performance in real-time.

IAC’s Gold + Diamond Conference

IAC’s Gold + Diamond Conference Returns to New York City for its 15th Anniversary with Eye on the Prize

From climate transition to cultural restitution, this year’s Initiatives in Art and Culture program reflects the complexity and possibility of jewelry’s future.

Initiatives in Art and Culture (IAC) announces its 15th Annual International Gold and Diamond Conference, taking place in person from the evening of Monday, July 14 through Wednesday, July 16, 2025, in New York City. Marking its crystal anniversary, the theme “Eye on the Prize: Towards Continuing Improvement in Practice and Artistry”, serves as a continuation of IAC’s longstanding commitment to shaping responsible, inclusive, and visionary practices within the global precious metals and diamond industries. For more than a decade, the conference has been a destination for thought leadership, bridging the commercial and cultural, prompting various sectors to consider the dual imperative of sustainable action and artistic integrity. During a moment of extraordinary industry transformation marked by geopolitical tensions, climate crises, technological advancement, and shifting consumer values, IAC renews its call for shared purpose and collective responsibility by focusing on what truly matters: safeguarding the planet, protecting human rights, and preserving the artistry and cultural traditions that define our humanity.

The conference opens on the evening of Monday, July 14, 2025, with a welcome reception hosted by Heritage Auctions at their New York headquarters, located at 445 Park Avenue. From 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., attendees will gather for an elegant evening of connection and celebration, featuring remarks from Roberta Kramer, Vice President of Strategy and Business Development at Heritage. Over the following two days at Bohemian National Hall, participants will engage in a dynamic program that spans timely issues ranging from traceability innovations to new models for sustainable sourcing, as well as preserving traditional craftsmanship. What unites these topics is the understanding that the industry’s future hinges on its ability to integrate ethics, equity, and ecological mindfulness with artistry and vision at every level of practice. As Lisa Koenigsberg, Founder/President of IAC states, “Since 2011, Initiatives in Art & Culture has been organizing conferences that provide a platform for cross-disciplinary discussion, debate, and collaboration regarding critical issues in the jewelry, and precious metals and stones sectors. The aim is to engender new thinking, innovative approaches, fruitful partnerships and initiatives in support of responsible practice writ large while championing artisanry and creative vision at the highest levels.”

The Initiatives in Art and Culture conference is particularly notable for its broad and inclusive scope, both in terms of topic and participants. From heads of global industry bodies to independent goldsmiths, cultural heritage professionals to scientists, the speakers and panelists reflects IAC’s role as a unique convening force—one that invites diverse voices into meaningful dialogue without fear, agenda, or partisanship. Confirmed speakers include an extraordinary group of internationally renowned experts, among them Ivor Agyeman-Duah, Director of the Manhyia Palace Museum and Ghana’s chief negotiator on cultural restitution; Charlie Betts of Betts Metals; Rachel Brandrick of 886 by The Royal Mint; Brad Brooks-Rubin, Partner at Arktouros and former U.S. State Department advisor, Laurent E. Cartier, Head of Special Initiatives, Swiss Gemmological Institute (SSEF) and Co-Founder, Sustainable Pearls; Emefa Cole, V & A curator and jeweler.; Nicolas Luchsinger, CEO, Buccellati; John Mulligan, Head of Sustainability, World Gold Council; President, Sustainable Development Commission, CIBJO; and Lucian Simmons, Head of Provenance Research, The Metropolitan Museum of Art. These individuals, along with more than two dozen additional speakers representing every corner of the jewelry ecosystem, will come together to explore how the industry can move forward with clarity, creativity and conscience.

Rachel Perks, Senior Mining Specialist in the Energy and Extractives Global Practice at World Bank notes that the “Conference is a unique event that gathers diverse stakeholders from across gold and diamond value chains. Every year I’m inspired by the remarkable talent and wealth of cumulative knowledge present in the room. For us at the World Bank’s Extractives Unit, focused on artisanal and small-scale mining, this conference offers an invaluable opportunity to connect with key changemakers we might otherwise never meet.

A central component of the conference will be the rigorous interrogation of questions surrounding climate action, labor rights, artisan preservation, and value retention in producing countries. With discussions such as “Understanding Climate Justice & Just Transition” and “How Can Producing Countries Retain Greater Value In-Country?”, sessions are designed not as surface-level overviews, but as deep dives into the systems, ideologies, and historical legacies that must be addressed in order to build a just and enduring future. In keeping with its tradition of challenging orthodoxy, IAC will also examine issues of provenance and ownership through the lens of restitution and repatriation, while continuing its exploration of nomenclature, traceability, and the language that underpins the evolving discourse of responsible sourcing. As John Mulligan has noted, “The diversity of perspectives brought together at IAC’s conference is matched only by the complexity of the challenges we face—and yet within that complexity lies real opportunity to shape something better.”

An evening highlight will be the presentation of IAC’s annual industry awards during a dedicated Awards Ceremony and Reception on Tuesday, July 15 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., honoring exceptional individuals whose leadership and long-standing commitment to transformation have reshaped the industry. The 8th Responsible Practice in Jewelry Leadership Award will be presented to artist-jeweler Ute Decker, widely recognized for her tireless advocacy of environmental stewardship, fairness in materials sourcing, and the importance of transparency and ethics in the creative process. Decker’s work exemplifies a synthesis of aesthetic mastery and ethical resolve, offering a model for what contemporary jewelry can and should stand for. The fifth Award for Extraordinary Contributions to the Diamond and Jewelry Industries will be awarded to David Block, CEO of Sarine Technologies, whose advancements in diamond traceability and data-driven transparency have played a critical role in modernizing the industry’s infrastructure and consumer trust. These honorees join a distinguished legacy of past recipients, whose courage, clarity, and commitment serve as guides for the sector.

The voices of supporters and sponsors further underscore the value and influence of IAC’s gathering. Arien Gessner of Rio Grande articulates the event’s role as a catalyst, stating, “We at Rio Grande believe that meaningful progress in the jewelry industry starts with open dialogue and purposeful collaboration. The Gold + Diamond Conference provides a vital forum where ideas are sparked, relationships are strengthened, and the future of our craft is shaped.” Echoing this sentiment, Kat Weymouth, Director of Diamond and Jewelry Services, SCS Global Services observes, “This gathering continues to be a vital space for meaningful dialogue and forward-thinking collaboration. We’re committed to supporting a future where the gold and gemstone industries not only thrive economically but also lead with integrity, transparency, and sustainability.” Edward Bickham, Senior Advisor, World Gold Council, adds, “The IAC is a league of its own…a place for spirited debate and a genuine searching out of solutions.”

IAC is deeply grateful to CIBJO, The World Jewellery Confederation, which returns as Conference Partner, and to its 2025 sponsors, whose support enables this essential work. Major sponsors include the World Gold Council, SCS Global Services, Betts Metals, and AngloGold Ashanti. Additional contributions come from Bulova, Newmont, GIA, Rio Grande, Sarine, Goldsmith’s Fair, and DMIA. The World Bank provides in-kind support for featured luncheon sessions, continuing its collaboration with IAC to highlight artisanal and small-scale mining issues. These partnerships reflect a shared investment in shaping a jewelry industry that is not only economically vibrant, but grounded in fairness, responsibility, and shared global values.

Registration for the 15th Annual Gold + Diamond Conference is now open on Eventbrite, and attendees are strongly encouraged to reserve their place early. To learn more about Initiatives in Art and Culture, or view the full list of speakers, visit www.artinitiatives.com.

About Initiatives in Art and Culture

Initiatives in Art and Culture (IAC) educates diverse audiences in visual culture, including the fine and decorative arts. A commitment to authenticity, to artisanry, and to materials undergirds all considerations undertaken by IAC, as does a mindfulness of sustainability and of our obligations to the planet. Each IAC undertaking is marked by a commitment to bringing together representatives from every sector, with thought-leaders from other disciplines, industries, and institutions to undertake cross-disciplinary approaches outside conventional industry discourse. IAC’s goal is to initiate dialogue and challenge all to integrate change without fear.

IAC’s primary activities are conferences, webinars, publications, and exhibitions that take an interdisciplinary approach, considering issues related to fabrication, connoisseurship, cultural patrimony and preservation, and the future of culture. Particular areas of emphasis include American art, precious substances, the history of frames, the Arts and Crafts movement, the influence of Asian cultures on American fine and decorative art, and the history and future of fashion. IAC’s projects have been supported by a wide array of individual, corporate, and foundation funders.

Feature Image: Lesedi la Rona diamond, 1, 109-carat rough stone found in Botswana, November 2015. Photo: Seth Wenig / AP.

Nicky Jam + Chencho Corleone Drop “Dile a Él” REMIX

Following the success of his most recent album Sunshine, released earlier this year in February, the Latin urban icon Nicky Jam returns with a fresh twist on one of the project’s standout tracks. Today, he unveils the official remix of “Dile a Él”, featuring none other than Chencho Corleone, a legend of the genre and former member of the iconic duo Plan B.

The “Dile a Él Remix” blends the emotional depth of the original track with Chencho’s signature sultry vocals, resulting in a powerful collaboration that celebrates reggaeton’s roots while embracing a modern edge.

Produced by Jorge Erazo “Jorge Milliano” and Nicky Jam himself, the remix was recorded at Fenix Studios in Miami, mixed and mastered by Alejandro Patiño, and executive produced by David Daza.

“Dile a Él Remix” is now available on all digital platforms!

NETFLIX’S KPOP DEMON HUNTERS SOUNDTRACK

KPOP DEMON HUNTERS (SOUNDTRACK FROM THE NETFLIX FILM) HIGHEST DEBUT SOUNDTRACK OF THE YEAR ON BILLBOARD 200

#1 SOUNDTRACK DEBUT OF 2025
#1 BILLBOARD TOP SOUNDTRACKS
#1 ITUNES ALBUM
#1 ITUNES POP ALBUM
#1 APPLE MUSIC POP ALBUM

“GOLDEN” CONTINUES VIRAL CHART RISE TOP 10 ON SPOTIFY TOP 50 GLOBAL & U.S. CHARTS

LISTEN TO KPOP DEMON HUNTERS SOUNDTRACK HERE

WATCH “GOLDEN” LYRIC VIDEO HERE

WATCH KPOP DEMON HUNTERS ON NETFLIX HERE

KPop Demon Hunters (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film) debuts on the Billboard 200 in the Top 10, marking the highest-debuting soundtrack of the year. The soundtrack now claims the #1 Soundtrack Debut of 2025, #1 Billboard Top Soundtracks, and continues to hold strong at #1 on the iTunes Album Chart. The soundtrack also debuts in the Top 10 of Billboard Top Streams Albums chart.

In addition, six songs from the soundtrack continue to climb the Spotify Top 50 Global & U.S. Charts, including the viral sensation “Golden” among the charts Top 10. In its debut week, the film slayed on Netflix with 9.2 million views, a 97% on Rotten Tomatoes, and continues to track towards a second week of success.

The film and the soundtrack came out “Singing, Slinging and Slashing” making it a New York Times certified Critic’s Pick embracing what Collider calls “the magical power of music” in “animated harmony” with Variety praising the original songs that make the film “sing” including the chart climbing song “Golden.” Mashable proclaims “the soundtrack absolutely slaps,” while HITS Magazine echoes calling the release “a bona fide hit.”

Listen to KPop Demon Hunters (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film) HERE via Visva / Republic Records.

The soundtrack features original songs written by, Danny Chung, IDO, Vince, KUSH, EJAE, Jenna Andrews, Stephen Kirk, Lindgren, Mark Sonnenblick, Daniel Rojas, and produced by Teddy Park, 24, IDO, DOMINSUK, Jenna Andrews, Stephen Kirk, Lindgren, Ian Eisendrath. Original songs are performed by EJAE, Audrey Nuna, REI AMI, Andrew Choi, Danny Chung, Kevin Woo, samUIL Lee, Neckwav, and Lea Salonga. The soundtrack also includes the original song “Takedown” featuring Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung from K-pop powerhouse girl group, TWICE.

KPop Demon Hunters, a Netflix film from Sony Pictures Animation, follows Kpop superstars Rumi, Mira and Zoey – when they aren’t selling out stadiums, they use their secret identities as badass demon hunters to protect their fans from an ever-present supernatural threat. Together, they must face their biggest enemy yet – an irresistible rival boy band of demons in disguise. KPop Demon Hunters stars Arden Cho, Ahn Hyo-seop, May Hong and Ji-young Yoo, and is available now on Netflix.

KPop Demon Hunters (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film) Tracklisting:

TAKEDOWN – TWICE (Jeongyeon, Jihyo, Chaeyoung)
How It’s Done – HUNTR/X (EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and REI AMI)
Soda Pop – Saja Boys (Andrew Choi, Neckwav, Danny Chung, Kevin Woo, and samUIL Lee)
Golden – HUNTR/X (EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and REI AMI)
Strategy – TWICE
TAKEDOWN – HUNTR/X (EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and REI AMI)
Your Idol – Saja Boys (Andrew Choi, Neckwav, Danny Chung, Kevin Woo, and samUIL Lee)
Free – Rumi and Jinu (EJAE and Andrew Choi)
What It Sounds Like – HUNTR/X (EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and REI AMI)
Love Maybe – MeloMance
Path – Jokers
Score Suite – Marcelo Zarvos

JT + KAYTRANDA

JT HEATS UP THE SUMMER WITH KAYTRANDA “RAN OUT” REMIX

Draws Huge Acclaim For Headlining NYC Pride Performance At The Rooftop At Pier 17

Doubling down on the song of the summer, JT (Quality Control Music/Motown Records) levels up with the “Ran Out (KAYTRANADA Remix),” bringing her bold and fiery energy to the producer’s trademark exciting, inventive beats for a statement summer anthem.

Fans will be thrilled by the remix’s release after JT teased the track during her celebrated headlining set at NYC Pride at The Rooftop at Pier 17. After opening with “Ran Out,” JT delivered a scorching set that included a lively rendition of “Alter Ego,” her hit collaboration with Doechii, and even brought her niece to the stage in an adorable family moment. The performance drew wide acclaim, with many observers praising JT’s commanding stage presence, proving her dynamism both in the booth and on the stage.

Listen to “Ran Out (KAYTRANADA Remix)” HERE

After a breakout year with her 2024 mixtape City Cinderella and its sold-out tour, “Ran Out” kickstarted JT’s next chapter with its music video, directed by INDIANA420BITCH, in which JT and her girls look to wreak havoc with their confident, flashy swagger that’s a guaranteed soundtrack for anyone looking to run the summer. For her upcoming era, JT will further embrace her hometown’s signature sound. Expect fast-paced flow, bass-heavy production, electronic influences and sharp, no-filter lyricism as JT combines her personal story and the legendary Miami sound for a fresh, fearless chapter in her artistic evolution.

WATCH “Ran Out” HERE.

Recently featured as a cover star for the relaunch of I-Ds Unknown Issue, JT owns her latest iteration of self and looks to continue to evolve. “I’m always going to be an It girl. I’ve been one before I was a rapper—all five mugshots,” she says in her newest interview. JT also continues to thrive in the fashion world, where she attended a private party thrown by icon fashion designer Rick Owens and his partner, Michele Lamy.

JT’s unrelenting work ethic has paid off this year, as many publications lauded the Miami superstar for her project City Cinderella. Essence glorified the project in their review, saying: “The City Cinderella soundscape is contemporary and nostalgic, blending classic Miami influences with modern forces,” while Billboard noted City Cinderella is an impressive manifesto for the next stage of JT’s career. Chart-wise, City Cinderella enjoyed a splashy debut, entering at No. 3 on Billboard’s Top Rap Albums and debuting at No. 5 on the Top R&B /Hip-Hop Albums chart.

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A$AP ROCKY RELEASES PRAY4DAGANG

A$AP ROCKY RELEASES NEW SINGLE “PRAY4DAGANG” FEATURING KAYCYY OUT NOW LISTEN HERE

Multi-hyphenated artist, entrepreneur, actor, and fashion icon A$AP Rocky released his latest single “pray4dagang” featuring KayCyy via A$AP Worldwide/RCA Records – listen HERE! The single will premiere exclusively on Apple Music for 24 hours beginning July 4th. After the Apple Music window, the single will be available on all streaming platforms.

Rocky first premiered “pray4dagang” featuring KayCyy during his brand AWGE’s Paris Fashion Week show last week, generating intense hype around the release. This show marked AWGE’s second time dominating Paris Fashion Week, showing off Rocky’s strong creative direction and design prowess.

Prior to this, Rocky served as co-chair of the 2025 Met Gala and kicked off his first collection with Ray-Ban as creative director. Rocky is now gearing up to headline Lollapalooza later this month.

About A$AP Rocky

Multi-hyphenated artist, entrepreneur, actor and fashion icon A$AP Rocky, born Rakim Mayers, has taken the world by storm since his emergence in 2011. Rocky has continued to dominate the music industry by clocking over 22.5 billion total streams to date. In addition, his music videos have earned a staggering 4.2 billion combined views on YouTube.

In 2018, with two critically acclaimed, #1 debuts on the Billboard 200 for freshman & sophomore albums, LONG.LIVE.A$AP and AT.LONG.LAST.A$AP, Rocky released his highly-anticipated third studio album, TESTING, which has garnered over 1 Billion streams worldwide, landing at #1 on the iTunes charts in 16 countries upon release. In August of 2019, Rocky dropped new single “Babushka Boi” accompanied by a viral Dick Tracy-inspired video featuring A$AP Ferg, ScHoolboy Q, A$AP Nast and Kamil Abbas, which went on to receive a 2020 MTV Video Music Award nomination for “Best Art Direction”.

Rocky continued to release hit singles throughout 2022, most notably “Praise The Lord” featuring Skepta and Durdenhauer which went double platinum later that year. In 2023, he released his song “Same Problems?” in honor of the many young artists who had tragically and suddenly passed in recent years along with “RIOT (Rowdy Pipe’n)” produced by Pharrell Williams.

Late last year, Rocky dropped his latest singles, “HIGHJACK” and “RUBY ROSARY” featuring J. Cole, both of which will appear on his highly anticipated fourth studio album, Don’t Be Dumb. Additionally, his music video for “Tailor Swif” received a nomination for Best Music Video at the 67th GRAMMY® Awards.

This past May, Rocky co-chaired the 2025 Met Gala with the theme of “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” showing off a full wardrobe of his own passion project and brand AWGE.

A$AP Rocky was most recently named Creative Director of Ray-Ban and has been a part of many high-profile commercial campaigns including Bottega Veneta, Calvin Klein, Gucci, Courvoisier, Dior, Mercedes Benz, Guess and Fenty Skin. Rocky’s creative agency AWGE has launched partnerships with Marine Serre, Amina Muaddi, Selfridges, JW Anderson, MTV, and more. In addition, AWGE has launched the careers of notable artists such as Playboi Carti, slowthai, Smooky MarGielaa, and more. In June of 2025, AWGE put on their second annual Paris Fashion Week show to rave reviews.

Louis Vuitton Men’s Spring-Summer 2026 Show

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The show was framed by a dialogue with Studio Mumbai and envisioned as a life-size game of Snakes and Ladders, staged with the Centre Pompidou as its backdrop.

The collection illuminates the influence of modern Indian sartorialism on the global contemporary wardrobe and reflects it in the dandyism at the core of the Studio Homme. The impressions inspire Men’s Creative Director Pharrell Williams to reflect on the multi-faceted sensibilities of present-day Indian sartorialism: cloths, cuts, colours and craftsmanship conditioned by a connection to city, nature and the vitality of the sun.

Tekno + Regina Daniels – Powerbank

AFROBEATS ROYALTY TEKNO TAPS NOLLYWOOD SENSATION REGINA DANIELS FOR CAPTIVATING NEW ‘POWERBANK’ MUSIC VIDEO

THE AWARD-WINNING NIGERIAN POP STAR UNVEILS THE UNDENIABLE AFROBEATS LOVE SONG OF SUMMER 2025

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Afrobeats heavyweight and global music sensation TEKNO powers into the summer with ‘POWERBANK’, a vibrant and hypnotic new single that distills romance, humour, and emotional intimacy into an irresistible afropop groove. Produced by his longtime collaborator and Headies-nominated musician Selebobo (Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy), ‘Powerbank’ reimagines love through Tekno’s distinctly Nigerian lens, where affection isn’t always loud, but nourishing and steady – like a power source that recharges you from within. What began as a spontaneous lyric, “You be my powerbank, you charge my battery full”, evolved into a tender yet playful afrobeats anthem that celebrates the kind of connection that grounds you, fills your emotional tank, and makes everything feel lighter.

The accompanying visuals directed by acclaimed filmmaker Kemz, who has also worked with the likes of Shallipopi and Tion Wayne, turns ‘Powerbank’ into a romantic blockbuster, pairing award-winning musician and producer Tekno with beloved actress and cultural phenomenon Regina Daniels as his magnetic on-screen love interest. Shot in Abuja with cinematic Nollywood flair, the video moves between soft intimacy and full-throttle escapism, complete with romantic tension, mischievous banter, and a high-energy car chase that adds playful edge to the narrative. Nollywood star Regina Daniels brings star power and familiarity to the screen, while Tekno’s charisma anchors the visuals in both romance and swagger. Together, they create a visual world that pulses with allure, confidence, and chemistry.

Released via his groundbreaking Cartel Music and emPawa Africa joint venture, ‘Powerbank’ comes on the back of the viral momentum of Tekno’s latest single ‘Alhaji’, which has already amassed over 10 million streams and over 30,000 user-generated videos on TikTok. This new offering sets the tone for what Tekno is calling his “most intentional era yet” as we enter the second half of 2025. Known for global hits like ‘Pana’, ‘Skeletun’, and ‘Buga’, Tekno has been on an insane run over the last 12 months, from ‘Wayo’ to ‘Jericho’ to ‘Pounds & Dollars’ to ‘Alhaji’, and he has delivered yet again with ‘Powerbank’. This modern love story is rooted in cultural wit, emotional depth, and sonic finesse – further proof that Tekno, one of afrobeats’ most revered hitmakers, is entering a new creative peak.

MORE ABOUT TEKNO

With over 3 billion global streams, award-winning artist, songwriter, and producer Tekno stands as a trailblazer and one of the most crucial voices to come out of Africa. Since his debut in 2015, Tekno has consistently captivated global audiences with essential afropop classics including ‘Duro’ and ‘Pana,’ earning critical acclaim from tastemakers such as Billboard and Rolling Stone, as well as high praise from international stars like Drake and Beyoncé, with Billie Eilish even declaring Tekno as her “favorite artist ever”. With a unique blend of afrobeats, R&B, and afropop, Tekno resonates internationally, evidenced by his vast and devoted fanbase, including over 20 million social media followers.

Further highlighting his significant influence on the global music scene, Tekno’s prowess extends beyond his vocal talents, and his production skills have significantly shaped the rise of afrobeats worldwide. He penned and produced Davido’s global hit ‘If’, and ‘Won’t Be Late’ by Swae Lee and Drake, both of which have achieved RIAA Gold certification. Tekno has also collaborated with pop royalty, including Beyoncé, Ciara, and Fally Ipupa. His impressive list of achievements includes an MTV Africa Music Award and two Headies Awards (Nigeria’s GRAMMY equivalent), as well as a BET Award nomination.

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