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Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Shady Nasty, Fred again.. and KETTAMA Join Forces for ‘Air Maxes'
Sydney genre-benders Shady Nasty have teamed up with electronic powerhouses Fred again.. and KETTAMA on their latest single, 'Air Maxes.' Released today (July 7) via Steel City Dance Discs, the collaboration finds the post-punk trio leaning into textured synths and ambient tension while staying true to their signature edge. More from Billboard 5 Must-Hear New Country Songs: Erin Enderlin, Randy Houser, Charley Crockett & More Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong Celebrates 4th of July With 'F-k Donald Trump' Chant in Belgium Spice Girls' Mel B Marries Longtime Boyfriend Rory McPhee in London 'Air Maxes' arrives in two distinct forms: the slow-burning, meditative 'Air Maxes (Ambient)' and a pulsating, dancefloor-ready rework by Irish DJ/producer KETTAMA. The project also features additional production from Fred again.., whose influence on the global electronic scene has been impossible to ignore following his chart-topping Actual Life series and recent collaborations with artists like Skrillex and Romy. After sharing the stage at HAZARD Festival in Sydney last January, Shady Nasty and KETTAMA jumped into a last-minute studio session where 'Air Maxes' was born. The demo landed in the hands of Fred again.., who added his finesse to the final track. On the track, Shady Nasty swap jagged guitars for ethereal synths and atmospheric production. Frontman Kevin Stathis delivers haunting lines like, 'I need to be a doctor, not a popstar,' reflecting on themes of ambition, burnout, and the duality of real and imagined lives. ''Air Maxes' is about losing sight of your ambition,' the band explained in a statement. 'Grinding toward something with no clear finish line can leave you wondering what might've happened if you'd taken a different path. Sometimes you need to hop in the whip and smoke the streets out just to remember why you're putting in the hours. And sometimes, you need your mates to remind you to keep your head screwed on.' The new single arrives just months after the release of Shady Nasty's long-awaited debut album, TREK, produced by Kim Moyes of The Presets. Trek also saw the group selling out shows across Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne. Now, Shady Nasty are gearing up to take their live show on the road again, announcing a fresh run of dates in August and their first-ever headline shows in New Zealand this September. Local support will come from Heaven, MyRapScene and more. Tickets are on sale now via Shady Nasty 2025 Australia & New Zealand Tour Dates Aug. 1 – La La La's, Wollongong, Australia Aug. 2 – Gang Gang Cafe, Canberra, Australia Aug. 8 – Hamilton Station Hotel, Newcastle, Australia Aug. 30 – Liberty Hall, Sydney, Australia (RAD PRESENTS) Sept. 12 – Valhalla, Wellington, NZ Sept. 13 – Whammy Bar, Auckland, NZ Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Shady Nasty Go Worldwide On Fred again.. Collab ‘Air Maxes'
Shady Nasty have shared their first new music since the release of their debut album Trek earlier this year: 'Air Maxes', a collaborative single with multi-platinum English producer Fred again.. and Irish DJ KETTAMA. The single comes after Fred unexpectedly praised the band on one of his Twitch streams, calling them 'literally my favourite band in the world right now' and noting that he was introduced to the Sydney no-wave trio by their mutual friend in the aforementioned KETTAMA. In a press statement, the band noted that the new single was thematically concerned with 'losing sight of your ambition'. 'Grinding toward something with no clear finish line can leave you wondering what might've happened if you'd taken a different path,' they wrote. 'Sometimes, you need to hop in the whip and smoke the streets out just to remember why you're putting in the hours. Sometimes, you need your mates to remind you to keep your head screwed on.' 'Air Maxes' marks Fred again..'s second new single of 2025, following the release of his Skepta collab 'Victory Lap' last month. It is KETTAMA's fourth single of the year, meanwhile, having previously released 'It Gets Better (Forever Mix)' in March as well both 'Gotta Have It' and the Wilkinson remix of his Interplanetary Criminal link-up 'Yosemite' in April. Fred's last studio album, Ten Days, was released in September 2024. It featured collaborations with the likes of Anderson .Paak, Obongjayar, The Japanese House, Skrillex and his longtime collaborators Four Tet and Joy (Anonymous). Shady Nasty will return to the road next month for a run of shows; this includes shows in Wollongong, Canberra and Newcastle, as well as the recently-announced Rad Presents mini-festival at Sydney's Liberty Hall. There, the band will be joined by Hockey Dad, The Belair Lip Bombs and more. All information about the band's upcoming gigs, as well as ticketing, can be found here. Fred again.. Review – UK Producer Lives Up to the Hype at the Hottest Gig in Sydney Love Letter To A Record: Fractures On Fred again..'s 'Actual Life' ixaras Answers The Big Question On New Single 'Do You Like Girls?' The post Shady Nasty Go Worldwide On Fred again.. Collab 'Air Maxes' appeared first on Music Feeds.
Man of Many
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Man of Many
Nike Moves the Tech Fleece Era Forward With Everyday 24.7 Apparel Collection
By Ben McKimm - News Published: 24 June 2025 Share Copy Link Readtime: 4 min Every product is carefully selected by our editors and experts. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn more. For more information on how we test products, click here. Tapered joggers, bonded seams, and streamlined silhouettes, the Nike Tech Fleece era had streetwear and fashion communities in a chokehold in the early 2010s. Drake, LeBron, and Kanye West are just some of the celebrities who helped it explode in popularity. While the ladies had lululemon leggings, the men slept, ate, and exercised in their Tech Fleece track pants. The sub-brand grew alongside the rise of athleisure in the mid-2010s before taking off at a moment when people wanted clothes that were comfortable, stylish, and versatile. You could wear a Tech Fleece tracksuit to the gym and then hit the shops on the way home to do your groceries. Even the sneakerheads couldn't get enough of them, and they were the perfect match for a pair of Jordans or Air Maxes. Now, with the Tech Fleece movement a distant memory, Nike is hunting for their next athleisure success story. The new Nike 24.7 apparel collection is their bet, and after wearing it for the last few weeks, we're on board. Nike 24.7 collection | Image: Supplied / Nike The Nike 24.7 collection is designed to be versatile and distraction-free, and is then tailored for all-day comfort. While the designs are the selling point, it's best broken down into materials first, as they're a focus of the collection. Two new technical materials with industry-leading Dri-FIT technology arrive here with the collection. ImpossiblySoft is the first, and you'll find it on a handful of men's and women's pieces in the Nike 24.7 collection, including the Men's Dri-FIT Polo, Dri-FIT Crew, Dri-FIT 6″ Shorts, Dri-FIT Slim Chino Pants, Cardigan, Dri-FIT 1/2-Zip Top, and Dri-FIT Pants. That's right, there's a cardigan made in the same Spacer-knit fabric with four-way stretch, and it feels incredible to wear despite the fabric being a polyester base. 'The Nike 24.7 collection has truly raised the bar,' said Dina Asher-Smith, sprinter and Nike athlete. 'The fabrics feel and look soft and luxurious, and the tonal branding is beautiful. The pieces have become my new favourites because they blend performance and style in a way that feels really authentic and effortless.' Nike 24.7 collection | Image: Supplied / Nike Nike 24.7 collection | Image: Supplied / Nike Nike 24.7 collection | Image: Supplied / Nike Nike 24.7 collection | Image: Supplied / Nike The second material is PerfectStretch. This is our favourite of the two, with a tailored, four-way stretch fabric, it's designed for suit-like looks, and we'd be comfortable wearing this all day, every day. You'll find it on the Men's Dri-FIT Regular Chino Pants (AUD$125), Dri-FIT Short-Sleeve Snap-Down Top, Dri-FIT 6″ Shorts, Dri-FIT Slim Chino Pants, Dri-FIT 5-Pocket Slim-Fit Pant, Dri-FIT UV Pants, and a handful of women's pieces, including a Pleated Skirt and Oversized Full-Zip Jacket. Details are thoroughly thought out with locker loops inspired by gear hung to dry in the locker room alongside internal, heat-pressed product tags with the Total Orange stripe, and a tonal branding that's seen throughout the collection. We're not sure how much Kim Kardashian's SKIMS fashion label and Fear of God Essentials have to do with the design inspiration of these products, but it's hard not to see similarities, especially in the men's pieces. 'Nike Training is dedicated to supporting all athletes to be better — whether for sport or life,' said Jaclyn Safley, GM, Global Nike Training, Women's. 'The Nike 24.7 collection embodies this commitment, delivering unmatched innovation with performance materials, ultimate comfort, and an elevated fit thoughtfully crafted for every body and every move.' Released back on January 25th, 2025 at and at select retail locations on January 30th, the Nike 24.7 collection is available right now in Australia at the brand's website linked below. Women's pieces arrive in Western (2XS – 2XL) and Asian (XS – 2XL) sizing, and men's pants are available in numeric sizing with slim and standard styles. Prices range between AUD$70 and AUD$160, which is standard for athleisure.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
WNBA star Caitlin Clark is a showstopper in Baltimore, even without playing
Caitlin Clark wanted to document this night like everyone else. About 90 minutes before tipoff between the Washington Mystics and her Indiana Fever at Baltimore's CFG Bank Arena, the 2024 No. 1 overall WNBA draft pick emerged from the tunnel meeting a quiet gym. This was the first time she'd been sidelined for a regular-season game in her professional career. Clark wore a Nike windbreaker and matching Air Maxes with a digital camera tied around her wrist. Advertisement She snapped flicks of her teammates warming up and snuck up on coaches to capture this Wednesday in Baltimore. That's how most others in the gym felt, too — even if the luminary sharpshooter never put on a uniform. It was announced last month that a pair of Mystics-Fever games were being moved from the 4,200-seat CareFirst Arena to CFG Bank Arena, which seats 14,000. Wednesday was the first, with the Mystics winning 83-77 in front of an announced crowd of 11,183. Sept. 7 in the same gym will be the rematch. The reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year was, and will again be, the main draw. Folks who bought tickets the day they went on sale shelled out hundreds of dollars per seat. By game day, two days after the Fever that announced Clark's quadriceps injury would hold her out for at least two weeks, StubHub offered seats for less than $10. Even without the game's headliner, there were still Fever fans — and more specifically, Clark fans — braving the misty May weather. Advertisement 'I knew she was gonna come on the trip. She's not the type to sit at home,' said Melissa Kramer, a 30-year-old from New Jersey waiting patiently at the front of the line more than two hours before tipoff. 'And she knows that people spend time and money to see her in general, just to be in the environment with her. I knew she was coming and I knew it wouldn't be a problem.' Clark set down her own camera and made her way off the hardwood and into the stands, flanked by what could've been mistaken for a documentary crew. A gym that looked bleak moments earlier suddenly felt smushed. Fans of all ages rushed to the front row for a peak at one of the faces of the WNBA. Clark grabbed a Sharpie and started stretching her fingers, well aware of what she was about to get herself into. She signed shirts, jerseys and posters for 12 minutes. She posed for many pictures. One little girl reached her hand through the railing and probably won't be washing that marker off anytime soon. Someone had a copy of Clark posing for the cover of Time Magazine's December 2024 issue. Another fan held up a sign sending Clark 'healing vibes,' acknowledging that it was still the best birthday present of her young life. A basketball court is 94 feet long. Clark signed autographs well beyond both baselines, her John Hancock filling up the length of the gym for fans draped over the railing behind the benches. Advertisement Mystics vs. Fever in WNBA game at CFG Bank Arena | PHOTOS Why so generous with her time? Fever coach Steph White didn't want to speak for her star player, 'but Caitlin was that little girl that watched this league,' she said. 'And when you are that little girl who eventually gets to live out her dreams, you want to empower the next generation of players. You want to give that hope to the next little girl that's in the stands to accomplish their goals and their dreams.' Mystics veteran Brittney Sykes shared in that sentiment: 'Just being able to bring this game here is so much more than basketball. Now we've been able to show the little girls that are closer to Baltimore that, 'OK, you have a possibility to go to the league.' We would love for them to come all the way to DC, but that's the whole point of us trying to expand.' Advertisement Among those dreamers lucky enough to reach out toward their hero was a quartet of travel basketball teammates whose parents drove them down from Pennsylvania. Ten-year-olds Cece Geesey and Harper White, 9-year-old Daphne Fuhr and 7-year-old Paige Fuhrman met the hooper who is to them, what Taylor Swift is to millennials, or Michael Jordan to basketball fans of the 1990s. The girls pooled their allowance together for these tickets. One made a sign explaining how allowance is $15, the going rate for cotton candy is $10, and tickets to see No. 22 on the bench are 'Pricey' with a frown. There were no frowned faces after meeting Clark, even if just for a moment. 'It was the best!' one shouted. 'So cool,' another chimed in. They all spun around to show proof of signature, having followed Clark's rocket-ship ascension the past few years. Even with Clark sidelined, these elementary school pals were lined up before the gym doors opened. Kramer was too. She's been a fan since watching Clark, then an Iowa freshman, bury a half-court shot against Ohio State. 'I thought, 'I don't know how this can't be real,'' Kramer said. She's seen Clark play six times. She got a picture with her hero in the middle of that lengthy queue. Advertisement There were Mystics fans who made the short drive for this game, too. There might have been more had this not been on weeknight (the rematch is a Sunday afternoon). But the Baltimore gym flooded with Clark supporters, wearing Fever gear. Or Iowa gear. Or both. None more on the nose than the red Fever T-shirts that read, 'Every game is a home game.' Have a news tip? Contact Sam Cohn at scohn@ 410-332-6200 and
