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Business Wire
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
VEEPS and Postmedia Studios Announce Strategic Relationship to Launch VEEPS All Access in Canada
LOS ANGELES & TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VEEPS, the leading global platform for live-streamed concerts and entertainment, is proud to announce a strategic relationship with Postmedia Studios, a part of Postmedia Network Inc. ('Postmedia'), to bring VEEPS All Access to Canada for the first time. VEEPS All Access is the first music subscription service to offer unlimited viewing of premium quality concerts and live music entertainment for a monthly or annual fee. This collaboration between VEEPS and Postmedia Studios will deliver unparalleled access to live entertainment for audiences across the country, from major cities to small towns, both live and on-demand. 'This collaboration is a significant milestone for VEEPS as we expand our offering in Canada,' said Kyle Heller, Co-Founder of VEEPS. 'With Postmedia's vast reach and deep connection to Canadian communities, we'll be able to bring even more Canadian fans closer to the music and artists they love from Arcade Fire to Metric, Coldplay, and beyond. We're introducing this special, lifetime rate for those who sign up early as members' VEEPS All Access gives Canadian fans access to thousands of hours of live and on-demand concerts, comedy specials, music documentaries, intimate artist interviews, and live entertainment featuring popular Canadian artists like Shawn Mendes, Arcade Fire, Alanis Morissette, Bryan Adams, Shania Twain, Terri Clark, Alessia Cara, Carly Rae Jepsen, Jessi Cruickshank, Mae Martin, and Anvil as well as an incredible display of content from world-class international artists like Coldplay, Mumford & Sons, Alicia Keys, Fall Out Boy, Kings of Leon, and many more. For a limited time, Canadians and Postmedia subscribers can lock in a lifetime monthly rate of CAD $13.99—a 30% discount—by subscribing through a Postmedia website link. This provides unlimited access to all VEEPS content at this special price through the end of the Summer. As part of the launch, VEEPS and Postmedia Studios are excited to announce a special livestream event featuring one of Canada's most iconic bands, Metric, performing live from Toronto's 15,000-capacity Budweiser Stage on June 6. 'We're thrilled to have people from all over the world join us virtually for this very special hometown performance of Fantasies in Toronto,' says Emily Haines of Metric. 'It's going to be a romantic, nostalgic evening for all. Wherever you may be, we'd love to have you there with us.' Erika Tustin, Postmedia Studios, added, 'Postmedia's unparalleled reach across Canada gives us the unique ability to introduce VEEPS to audiences in every corner of the country. This strategic relationship highlights the power of our network to connect Canadians with unforgettable live entertainment experiences.' As part of the collaboration, Postmedia has launched a new music coverage channel on Canoe ( which was recently rebranded as an entertainment, lifestyle, shopping and commerce site. On Canoe, audiences will find music and industry coverage from across the country, be the first to hear about concert news and trends and get access to interviews with artists performing on VEEPS. 'Entertainment has the power to unite and inspire like nothing else,' said Steven Amato, Founder of Contend, Postmedia's strategic partner in Postmedia Studios. 'This collaboration bridges the physical and virtual worlds, giving Canadians access to the artists they love, no matter where they are.' VEEPS and Live Nation will support the launch with a robust promotional campaign, leveraging their global expertise and deep experience connecting artists with fans. This strategic relationship is set to redefine how Canadian audiences experience live music and entertainment, while fostering a new era of access, storytelling and creativity. VEEPS content is available via and apps on Apple TV, Roku, iOS, Samsung, and Android. VEEPS All Access subscribers will gain unlimited access to hundreds of upcoming live and on-demand performances each year, exclusive VEEPS-only artist content, merch drops, and more for a special introductory price of $13.99 a month. About VEEPS: VEEPS is the world's leading streaming platform for live music and entertainment, where fans connect with their favourite artists through live and on-demand concerts, comedy shows, and more. Launched in 2018 by Joel and Benji Madden, VEEPS has streamed performances to millions of viewers worldwide for thousands of artists, including Billie Eilish, Bob Dylan, Brandi Carlile, Chris Stapleton, Coldplay, Foo Fighters, and Kings of Leon. VEEPS has been named a Fast Company World's Most Innovative Company, nominated for an Emmy, and holds the Guinness World Record for the world's largest ticketed livestream performance by a solo male artist. VEEPS content is available via and apps on Apple TV, Roku, iOS, Samsung, and Android. VEEPS is a part of Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV). About Postmedia Network Inc.: Postmedia Network Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Postmedia Network Canada Corp. (TSX:PNC.A, PNC.B), is a Canadian newsmedia company representing more than 130 brands across multiple print, online, and mobile platforms. Award-winning journalists and innovative product development teams bring engaging content to millions of people every week whenever and wherever they want it. This exceptional content, reach and scope offers advertisers and marketers compelling solutions to effectively reach target audiences. Our expertise in home delivery and expanding distribution network powers Postmedia Parcel Services. For more information visit: and About Postmedia Studios: Postmedia Studios is a partnership between Contend LLC and Postmedia Network Inc. dedicated to revolutionizing the Canadian media landscape through innovative content creation and storytelling. By collaborating with creators and leveraging cutting-edge technology, Postmedia Studios delivers content that captivates and inspires audiences.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bloc Party concert moved to smaller venue weeks after Metric drops off tour
Bloc Party's return to Minneapolis after more than a decade is getting its second big change since being announced in February. The London-based group is on tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of their debut album, Silent Alarm. They were scheduled to play the entire album, as well as assorted "greatest hits," at The Armory on June 9. On Wednesday, Live Nation announced that the show has been moved from the 8,400-capacity Armory to the 1,800-capacity The Fillmore. Representatives for the venue and the band did not respond to a request for comment, but moves of this nature are frequently related to sales. If that's the case, it may not have helped that the tour lost an alluring opener. Metric was originally announced as the opener with plans to play its 2009 record Fantasies in its entirety. However, Metric dropped off the tour in April. "We were so excited going into this tour and we'd all landed on an agreement that would allow both parties to collaborate and to build a truly special show for the fans," Metric said in a statement at the time. "In the last few weeks, Bloc Party's team made some sudden production decisions that broke the agreement we'd made, which left us unable to continue despite our best efforts to find solutions." Blonde Redhead and Family Dinner have since been added to the tour. On the upside, Bloc Party fans will get a more intimate performance than they originally bargained for. Elsewhere in the Twin Cities concert world, First Avenue announced on Wednesday that DEVO's farewell tour stop at St. Paul's Palace Theatre has been rescheduled from June 18 to Nov. 15 "due to unforeseen circumstances."
Straits Times
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
Style News: Maison Margiela Fragrances' cafe pop-up, Adidas' ‘mood-boosting' scents
Maison Margiela Fragrances brings cafe pop-up to town An immersive shophouse pop-up from Maison Margiela Fragrances has arrived. From May 1 to 18, House of Memories invites visitors on a sensorial journey through the brand's most famous Replica scents, brought to life in curated zones that make for great photo opportunities. Catch some Zs in the Lazy Sunday Morning area, warm your hands in the By The Fireplace zone or fantasise about your next coastal holiday in the Beach Walk room. The By The Fireplace zone at Maison Margiela Fragrances' House of Memories pop-up. PHOTO: MAISON MARGIELA FRAGRANCES Inside Fantasy Box, explore the stories behind the three scents in the Fantasies collection, darker scents concocted to be surreal and evocative of different dreams. But the highlight is the fully operational Afternoon Delight Cafe, inspired by the brand's newest scent, Afternoon Delight. Here, you can buy madeleines ($5), coffee (from $5) and speciality drinks (from $6) inspired by Replica fragrances, which pair perfectly with the gourmand fragrance's sugary notes of warm pastries and vanilla. Inside Maison Margiela Fragrances' Fantasy Box, visitors can explore the stories behind the three scents in the Fantasies collection. PHOTO: MAISON MARGIELA FRAGRANCES Guests can also register for scent-driven masterclasses led by local artists Baremetal (May 5 and 6) and Hier Goods (May 15 and 16). Priced at $55, the masterclasses come with a $50 voucher that can be used to offset any purchase at the pop-up. Info: Until May 18, 11am to 8pm ( weekdays ) and 11am to 10pm ( weekends and public holidays ) at 265 Beach Road . Go to Adidas launches 'mood-boosting' colognes The full Adidas Vibes collection. PHOTO: ADIDAS The German sports brand's long-awaited debut fragrance collection has reached Singapore's shores. Launched by beauty conglomerate Coty, which owns the licence to Adidas' beauty line, the Vibes collection features six eau de parfums ($29.90 for 100ml each) crafted to elevate mood and emotional well-being. Forget the overtly cologne-like scents of yore. Inspired by the sport and cultural heritage of Adidas, these gender-neutral fragrances have an elevated touch, created by master perfumers including Emilie Coppermann and Frank Voelkl. Find the right scents, in complementary pairs, for every mood. Full Recharge and Happy Feels from Adidas' Vibes collection. PHOTO: ADIDAS Full Recharge (notes of cedar leaf and clary sage) and Happy Feels (grapefruit extract and jasmine) are for building self-esteem and confidence, while Chill Zone (lavender and vanilla) and Get Comfy (vanilla and mandarin) are for relaxing . Or spritz on Energy Drive (cardamom and spicy pink pepper) and Spark Up (sweet orange and black pepper) for a burst of energy. Focusing on individual expression, Coty also tapped diverse youth personalities – including American singer-songwriter Ava Max, American gymnast Nia Dennis and French Olympic athlete Sasha Zhoya – as ambassadors for the launch campaign. Info: Available at selected Guardian stores and New Balance's Grey Days returns The 1906 Loafer (left) and the 471 Sneaker from New Balance's Grey Days 2025 collection. PHOTOS: NEW BALANCE Sneakerheads rejoice: New Balance's annual Grey Days collection is back on May 1. The month-long affair celebrates the brand's most iconic shade and has become an anticipated calendar event for collectors. It began in the 1980s, when the American brand launched a grey urban running shoe that defied the neon-drenched norm of the time. The 2025 collection reimagines the shade across 21 footwear and 11 apparel styles. Released in four drops each week of May, The Grey Shop kicks off with grey styles from the lifestyle, performance and kids' ranges, including the familiar 740 and 9060 sneaker models. On May 14, catch the return of the viral, divisive 1906 Loafer ($199) – a hybrid sneaker-penny loafer that broke the internet when it debuted in 2024. Highlights from the third week include new models, the Abzorb 2010 and 471, which are inspired by the brand's running heritage. Saving the best for last, New Balance will re-issue the Made In USA 1300JP ($439) on May 29. The style is released just once every five years , and stands out for its rarity and craftsmanship . The Made In USA 1300JP will be re-issued as part of New Balance's Grey Days 2025 collection. PHOTO: NEW BALANCE Info: The Grey Days collection is priced from $65 to $439, and is available from May 1 at selected New Balance stores, including at VivoCity, and Take a Chance on Chanel Chanel Chance Eau Splendide. PHOTO: CHANEL BEAUTY Chanel's Chance fragrance family has a new member. In magical purple, the Chance Eau Splendide (from $208 for 50ml) embodies audacity, and the notion that chance favours those who know how to seize it. The fruity floral blends sparkling raspberry accord and notes of crisp fruit, rose and violet, with an elegant floral heart of rose geranium. Its luminous first spray settles into cedar, white musk and woody notes, accompanied by powdery iris. The first Chance was created in 2003 by Jacques Polge, Chanel's in-house perfumer-creator from 1978 to 2014. Since then, three interpretations have followed in three colours: green Chance Eau Fraiche, pink Chance Eau Tendre and orange Chance Eau Vive. Info: Available at Chanel Fragrance and Beauty boutiques and counters, and Havaianas, Superga warehouse sale Havaianas Slim Flatform D. PHOTO: HAVAIANAS Stock up on classic accessories this weekend. From May 1 to 4, Italian sneaker brand Superga, Brazilian flip-flops brand Havaianas, American footwear brand Sebago and Italian eyewear brand Retrosuperfuture are coming together for The Ultimate Warehouse Sale. All four brands are licensed and run in Singapore by home-grown lifestyle brand distributor and retailer Teamlink. Superga x Drea Chong Sling Back. PHOTO: SUPERGA There will be more than 400 styles of footwear and accessories available, with prices starting from $15. Superga steals to look forward to include slingbacks from the Drea Chong collaboration ($40), while fashionistas can snap up stylish sunnies from Retrosuperfuture, which usually average $300, for $130. Info: From May 1 to 4, 11am to 8pm daily, at Visual Arts Centre, 10 Penang Road Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bloc Party will bring 'Silent Alarm' to Minneapolis for first MN show in more than a decade
It's been more than a decade since Bloc Party swung through Minnesota. That dry spell will come to an end this summer when the English band offers a banquet for fans of their debut record. Bloc Party has announced plans to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Silent Alarm with a North American tour that will helicopter into The Armory in Minneapolis on June 9. The group will hit the road with Metric on all but one date of its North American tour. Though the group will flip spots in Toronto, where Metric will headline the hometown show. Bloc Party will play Silent Alarm in its entirety during the tour, as well as a slew of other "greatest hits." Meanwhile, Metric will play its 2009 record, Fantasies, in its entirety. Tickets for the Silent Alarm tour will first be available through an artist presale on Feb. 12 at 10 a.m. A Live Nation presale follows on Feb. 13 at 10 a.m. (code: DUET). Then tickets will go on sale to the public on Feb. 14. Bloc Party's 2025 North American tour dates: May 10 — Pasadena, CA @ Just Like HeavenMay 30 — Boston, MA @ MGM Music Hall at Fenway May 31 — Forest Hills, NY @ Forest Hills Stadium June 2 — Washington, DC @ The Anthem June 4 — Philadelphia, PA @ The Met Philadelphia June 6 — Toronto, ON @ Budweiser Stage June 7 — Detroit, MI @ Fox Theatre June 8 — Chicago, IL @ The Salt ShedJune 9 — Minneapolis, MN @ The Armory June 11 — Morrison, CO @ Red Rocks Amphitheatre June 12 — Salt Lake City, UT @ The Union June 14 — Berkeley, CA @ The Greek Theatre June 16 — Portland, OR @ Theater of the Clouds June 17 — Seattle, WA
