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West Australian
5 days ago
- Automotive
- West Australian
Spotify AI tool Seat Belters promotes driver safety with playlist hack, based on fresh research
You're driving down the freeway and a car screams past with frenetic music blasting from the windows. There's every chance those blaring beats are directly linked with the driver's reckless behaviour. We know music can have a powerful effect on our emotions, and it turns out it has a major impact on how safely we drive, too, with studies showing songs with a beat-per-minute count of more than 120 to be the worst culprits. These up-tempo tracks have been proven to negatively affect reaction times and overall awareness, producing more erratic driving patterns and riskier on-road attitudes. New research from Allianz Australia reveals one in three (32 per cent) Aussie drivers believes music affects their driving, with a third of those (33 per cent) reporting decreased concentration when listening to high-bpm music on the road. But if you think this category of music is reserved for heavy metal or bass-rich techno, think again. Your favourite song may well be within the BPM danger zone. Taylor Swift's pop banger Shake It Off and OutKast's Hey Ya! both come in at 160bpm, while Beat It by Michael Jackson (138), I Will Survive by Gloria Gaynor (132) and Bye Bye Bye by NSYNC (173) are all well over what is considered safe for on-road listening. At exactly 120bpm, Lady Gaga's Poker Face, Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars' Uptown Funk, Adele's Rolling In The Deep and ABBA's Dancing Queen are also just out of bounds. According to Allianz's data, more than half (52 per cent) of Aussie drivers sing along to music while in their car and 44 per cent will crank up the volume when their favourite song comes on, potentially creating dangerous conditions without us even realising. Road safety expert Andry Rakotonirainy has investigated the connection between auditory inputs, like music, and cognitive performance while driving and was fascinated by the findings. 'The emerging data from Allianz Australia is particularly interesting to me, as it shows how music tempo can influence concentration, reaction time and even speeding, highlighting the need for me to explore this further, especially as in-car entertainment becomes more pervasive and immersive,' Dr Rakotonirainy says. 'When we think about running, we often choose fast-tempo music to push our pace. The same concept applies to driving, as higher bpm tracks can subconsciously encourage faster speeds and reduce concentration. 'It's not surprising that the tempo of the music we listen to can influence how we behave behind the wheel.' Yet clearly it's hard to pick a harmonic hazard if earlier examples are anything to go by. Dr Rakotonirainy says there are some genres that are more likely to have a lower bpm, in the 'ideal' range of 60-80, including classical, ambient, acoustic and jazz. 'These types of genres generally have slower tempos and fewer sudden changes, which could help maintain a steady pace and reduce the likelihood of risky driving behaviours, such as speeding or reduced reaction times,' he explains. Some popular songs that fall into the 60-80bpm category are The Beatles' Let It Be (72), Etta James' At Last (87), Billie Eilish's Ocean Eyes (73), Sam Smith's Stay With Me (84) and TLC's Waterfalls (89). However, we don't have to manually look up the bpm of our favourite songs to make sure they are suitable for driving. Bolstered by the research, Allianz has partnered with Spotify to create a new in-app tool, Seat Belters, which generates personalised playlists that sit within the 60-80bpm range while considering users' music interests. Utilising Spotify's steaming intelligence to promote a more focused state for those behind the wheel is a crucial innovation, Dr Rakotonirainy says. 'Tech platforms like Spotify have enormous reach and can personalise content in real time,' he says. 'By embedding safety-focused experiences like Allianz Seat Belters into everyday music listening and making the experience available to all Spotify users, Allianz is helping to encourage safer driving behaviours at scale.' He adds, 'If Australians could take a moment to consider the music they are listening to before getting behind the wheel, it could have a positive impact on their behaviour.' As for whether there is a genre of music that can turn us into better drivers, there isn't yet conclusive research. 'Driving behaviour is closely linked to psychological states such as mood and arousal,' Dr Rakotonirainy says. 'Music has the potential to positively influence mood and enhance the driving experience. However, from a research perspective, isolating the effect of specific types of music on driving performance is methodologically complex, due to individual variability in music preferences, baseline mood and driving context.' While there is no one-size-fits-all solution, Seat Belters aims to strike a balance — especially when 58 per cent of Aussie drivers say they 'always' listen to music while on the road and 13 million people around the country are active Spotify users every month. 'The in-app experience is a great chance for music lovers to combine safety and entertainment in a fun, relatable and accessible way,' Dr Rakotonirainy says. As artificial intelligence infiltrates our daily life at an exponential rate, Dr Rakotonirainy is continuing to investigate the intersection between technology and driver safety. 'While many people are familiar with automated or driverless cars, technologies heavily reliant on AI, its potential goes well beyond automation — it will improve safety,' he says. 'AI can also enable real-time monitoring of driving conditions, detect distraction or drowsiness, assess cognitive load, and even adapt in-car environments or vehicle speed accordingly. 'Beyond music, AI could also enhance route planning and deliver smarter in-vehicle alerts, creating a more responsive and human-centred driving experience.' + To create your own personalised Seat Belters playlist, visit + Allianz's research was conducted in April 2025 and sampled more than 1000 Australians aged 18 and above who hold valid driver's licences and listen to music while driving.
Black America Web
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Childish Gambino: A Genius Shaped by Diverse Influences
Source: Phillip Faraone/VF24 / Getty Donald Glover, better known by his stage name Childish Gambino, is an artist defined by his versatility and relentless ambition. Whether it's acting, writing, or making music, Gambino's work reflects a complex web of influences that spans genres and generations. From hip-hop legends like OutKast, Eminem, and Kanye West to funk and soul trailblazers such as Funkadelic and Sly & The Family Stone, and even the shimmering beats of LCD Soundsystem, Gambino's artistry is a melting pot of inspirations. This collision of styles and sounds has given birth to some of the most innovative projects in modern music. A standout example of these influences coming to life is his critically acclaimed album Awaken, My Love! , which wears its funk and soul inspirations on its sleeve while offering a distinctly modern twist. The Funkadelic Spark Behind Awaken, My Love! Full albumbelow. Released in 2016, Awaken, My Love! marked a dramatic departure from Gambino's earlier projects, trading sharp raps for soulful crooning and psychedelic funk arrangements. The album channels the raw energy and emotional depth of 1970s funk, heavily inspired by artists like Funkadelic and Sly & The Family Stone. Glover himself has credited these pioneers as integral to the album's creation. RELATED | Childish Gambino Surprise Drops New Album 'Atavista' & Announces World Tour Growing up, his father played records like Funkadelic's Maggot Brain , which Glover described as both 'sexual and scary' in an interview with Billboard . Sly Stone's ability to blend political messaging with groovy, genre-defying sounds also had a lasting impact on Gambino's vision for Awaken, My Love! A prime example of this influence is the track 'Redbone.' Its falsetto vocals and hypnotic bassline evoke Bootsy Collins-era Funkadelic while maintaining a contemporary edge. The haunting yet seductive tone of the song mirrors the visceral feelings Glover recalled experiencing when hearing Funkadelic as a child. Beyond its funk roots, 'Redbone' became a cultural anthem, finding renewed fame in the Oscar-winning film Get Out . See the scene in the movie below where Redbone is playing: One of the most fascinating connections between Gambino and his influences is the thread tying his work to artists like OutKast. Known for their fearless innovation and unapologetic eccentricity, OutKast opened doors for hip-hop to venture into uncharted territories. Their influence is particularly evident in Gambino's commitment to constantly reinventing his sound. Take 'Me and Your Mama,' the opening track of Awaken, My Love! It fuses the operatic grandeur of OutKast's The Love Below with the wild experimentation of vintage funk, proving that Gambino, much like Andre 3000, thrives in defying expectations. Similarly, LCD Soundsystem's electronic landscapes helped shape Gambino's earlier works, particularly in his album Because the Internet . Full album below. Tracks like '3005' incorporate the layered synths and emotional vulnerability reminiscent of James Murphy's best works. The fusion of electronic and emotional storytelling laid the groundwork for the soul-baring moments found later in Awaken, My Love! A Legacy in the Making Childish Gambino's artistry is a testament to how inspiration can be both a tribute to the past and a springboard into the future. By channeling the poetry of OutKast, the rawness of Funkadelic, and the intricacies of LCD Soundsystem, he has created a body of work that feels timeless yet refreshingly original. What makes Gambino's craft so compelling is not just the influences he draws from, but how he transforms them. He doesn't merely mimic; he reimagines. With Awaken, My Love! , the artist took the funk and soul soundscapes of the '70s and introduced them to a modern audience, ensuring that the music that inspired him lives on in new and vital ways. Childish Gambino's evolution proves that no genre or era exists in isolation. Instead, music flows across time, offering endless roots and rhythms to inspire the artists of tomorrow. Take a look below at some of the music from artists Childish Gambino has been influenced by. Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
Forbes
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Andre 3000 Reaches Some Very Unexpected Charts
André 3000 charts for the first time on Billboard's jazz rankings with 7 Piano Sketches, a surprise ... More instrumental EP featuring solo piano compositions. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: André 3000 attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/GA/The Hollywood Reporter via Getty Images) Later this year, André 3000 will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. He and his former OutKast bandmate Big Boi will then rank among the few names from hip-hop to make it into the hallowed hall, which was once reserved only for rock acts. While Big Boi has continued to deliver his signature style of rap music since the duo split, André 3000 has taken a different musical path. Last year, he shared New Blue Sun, an instrumental project – and one of the most unexpected returns to music in recent memory. Now, he's back on the Billboard charts with an EP that once again takes him in a new direction, and to rankings he's never seen before. On Monday (May 5), André 3000 released 7 Piano Sketches. The EP's name is a perfect fit, as the short collection features seven completely instrumental piano compositions by the Grammy winner. The project arrived with little to no warning, and while it is certainly not what most fans were expecting when they heard new music was on the way, the title has become a surprising commercial success, at least in some areas covered by Billboard. 7 Piano Sketches debuts on a pair of tallies this frame. It opens highest on the Traditional Jazz Albums chart, where it starts at No. 13. It also lands on the more all-encompassing Jazz Albums ranking, launching at No. 18. In both instances, André 3000 collects his first placement on Billboard's two jazz-focused lists. Despite his popularity, André 3000 does not score the top debut on either tally. On this frame's Traditional Jazz Albums chart, he comes in just behind the Count Basie Orchestra, which launches Basie Rocks at No. 12 — one spot ahead of the rapper. On the Jazz Albums tally, he earns the third-highest start, with Basie once again edging him out by a single position, while Animaru by Mei Semones comes in at No. 13. 7 Piano Sketches is the latest release by André 3000 to take him in an unexpected musical direction. In late 2023, he dropped his first solo album, New Blue Sun. That effort was completely instrumental and blended ambient music, new age styles, and flute performances from the rapper throughout. While it was not a major commercial success, New Blue Sun did earn André 3000 several Grammy nominations and showed that the music industry remains interested in whatever he has to share.
Business Upturn
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Questex's StreamTV Show Unveils Powerhouse Lineup of Industry Leaders, Entertainers, and Athletes for 2025 Event
By GlobeNewswire Published on May 16, 2025, 00:00 IST New speakers also announced for Evan Shapiro's Media Universe Summit and Alan Wolk's TVREV Pre-Game Workshop NEW YORK, May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex's StreamTV Show , the ultimate gathering for the streaming television industry, is bringing star power to Denver this June. The 2025 edition, taking place June 11–13 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort in Denver, CO, will feature a dynamic mix of influential executives, entertainment icons, and next-gen talent ready to shape the future of streaming. With the streaming landscape evolving at lightning speed, this year's lineup features a bold mix of top-tier industry voices, viral entertainers, and legendary athletes, delivering unmatched insights, networking, and entertainment for the streaming and connected TV ecosystem. Entertainment + Industry Collide: Key Highlights Big Boi , OutKast legend and 7-time GRAMMY® winner, will perform LIVE at The Big Bash , the show's high-energy, open-air party under the stars. Expect an unforgettable night of music and celebration. , OutKast legend and 7-time GRAMMY® winner, will perform at , the show's high-energy, open-air party under the stars. Expect an unforgettable night of music and celebration. Julian Lewis , 5-star quarterback phenom and University of Colorado commit, will speak at the Media Universe Summit on the panel, 'College Sports Media 101: A Primer on NILCONOMICS,' offering a rare perspective on the evolving landscape of athlete branding and media rights. , 5-star quarterback phenom and University of Colorado commit, will speak at the on the panel, offering a rare perspective on the evolving landscape of athlete branding and media rights. Trey Kennedy , viral comedian and actor with over 3 million followers, joins the event for an exclusive 1:1 interview at the StreamTV Live Studio , bringing his unique perspective on content creation, audience engagement, and digital fame. , viral comedian and actor with over 3 million followers, joins the event for an exclusive 1:1 interview at the , bringing his unique perspective on content creation, audience engagement, and digital fame. Shawne Merriman, former NFL All-Pro and Founder of Lights Out Sports TV, joins the panel 'Sports Content Distribution: Growth Strategies for the Streaming Era,' spotlighting how athletes-turned-entrepreneurs are reshaping the content game. Newly Confirmed Speakers Include Top Executives from Leading Organizations Tony Brown, Vice President, Digital Business Operations & Product, Scripps Network Pamela Duckworth, Head of Fubo Studios, Fubo Robinne Eller, Executive Director, Starz Ashley Hovey, Chief Digital Officer, The CW Network Huda Kazi, Vice President, Ad Technology & Operations, Warner Bros Discovery Eric Ratchman, Chief Revenue Officer, FanDuel Sports Network Romina Rosado, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Hispanic Streaming, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises Mayur Srinivasan, Senior Vice President, Digital Video Platform, Fox Seni Tienabeso, Vice President, ABC News Matt Van Houten, Senior Vice President, Product, Ad Ops Systems & Services & Business Development, DirecTV Featured speakers for Evan Shapiro's highly anticipated Media Universe Summit Andrew Yaffe, CEO, Dude Perfect Linette Zaulich, Head of B2C, ZDF Studios Jonathan Thompson, CEO, Everyone TV Shawn Silverman, Global Head of Marketing, PlutoTV Danyel Mendoza, Vice President, Programming Strategy & Content Planning, Disney Geo Pao, EVP, Strategy and Digital, Shout Factory Michelle Gelman, Global Head of Content and Core Products, Nielsen Speakers Announced for Alan Wolk's TVREV's Pre-Game Workshop: The Future of Streamonomics Jen Gale, Director, Digital Advertising Sales, Xumo Chris Young, Chief Financial Officer, The Weather Group Dawn Williamson, Chief Revenue Officer, Comcast Advertising Joel Cox, Co-Founder & EVP of Innovation & Strategy, Strategus Lab Matt Durgin, VP, North America Content and Services, LG Bernd Riefler, Founder and CEO, Veed 'Our goal is to bring together the sharpest minds shaping the future of streaming,' said Kevin Gray, VP, Experiential Technology, Questex. 'This new group of speakers brings unmatched expertise, diverse perspectives, and hands-on experience that attendees can immediately apply to their own business strategies.' 2025 StreamTV Show Agenda Themes Innovative Approaches to Streaming Advertising Enhancing Viewer Engagement and Retention Leveraging Data for Personalization Optimizing Content Distribution and Strategic Partnerships Enhancing Speed, Quality, and Real-Time Engagement in Live Streaming Can't Miss Experience for the Streaming Industry Over 200 speakers, thousands of attendees, and three days of nonstop networking, learning, and fun await at #StreamTVShow—the ultimate gathering for the people shaping streaming's next era. For more information and to register, visit . Stay in the loop! Connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , X , Instagram and YouTube. Don't miss your chance to be part of the streaming TV event of the year. Register to attend StreamTV Show here . About The StreamTV Show StreamTV Show isn't just a market and expo – it's a community! From insightful sessions to lively networking events, this is where deals get made, partnerships are forged, and the future of streaming is shaped. Produced and managed by Questex, StreamTV is widely known as the streaming industry's largest annual event. For more information, visit . The StreamTV Show is supported by the event's official publication, StreamTV Insider, the streaming TV industry's daily monitor. For more information, visit . About Questex Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here. Media ContactCharlene SoucyStreamTV Show [email protected] Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. GlobeNewswire provides press release distribution services globally, with substantial operations in North America and Europe.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Questex's StreamTV Show Unveils Powerhouse Lineup of Industry Leaders, Entertainers, and Athletes for 2025 Event
NEW YORK, May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Questex's StreamTV Show, the ultimate gathering for the streaming television industry, is bringing star power to Denver this June. The 2025 edition, taking place June 11–13 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort in Denver, CO, will feature a dynamic mix of influential executives, entertainment icons, and next-gen talent ready to shape the future of streaming. With the streaming landscape evolving at lightning speed, this year's lineup features a bold mix of top-tier industry voices, viral entertainers, and legendary athletes, delivering unmatched insights, networking, and entertainment for the streaming and connected TV ecosystem. Entertainment + Industry Collide: Key Highlights Big Boi, OutKast legend and 7-time GRAMMY® winner, will perform LIVE at The Big Bash, the show's high-energy, open-air party under the stars. Expect an unforgettable night of music and celebration. Julian Lewis, 5-star quarterback phenom and University of Colorado commit, will speak at the Media Universe Summit on the panel, 'College Sports Media 101: A Primer on NILCONOMICS,' offering a rare perspective on the evolving landscape of athlete branding and media rights. Trey Kennedy, viral comedian and actor with over 3 million followers, joins the event for an exclusive 1:1 interview at the StreamTV Live Studio, bringing his unique perspective on content creation, audience engagement, and digital fame. Shawne Merriman, former NFL All-Pro and Founder of Lights Out Sports TV, joins the panel 'Sports Content Distribution: Growth Strategies for the Streaming Era,' spotlighting how athletes-turned-entrepreneurs are reshaping the content game. Newly Confirmed Speakers Include Top Executives from Leading Organizations Tony Brown, Vice President, Digital Business Operations & Product, Scripps Network Pamela Duckworth, Head of Fubo Studios, Fubo Robinne Eller, Executive Director, Starz Ashley Hovey, Chief Digital Officer, The CW Network Huda Kazi, Vice President, Ad Technology & Operations, Warner Bros Discovery Eric Ratchman, Chief Revenue Officer, FanDuel Sports Network Romina Rosado, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Hispanic Streaming, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises Mayur Srinivasan, Senior Vice President, Digital Video Platform, Fox Seni Tienabeso, Vice President, ABC News Matt Van Houten, Senior Vice President, Product, Ad Ops Systems & Services & Business Development, DirecTV Featured speakers for Evan Shapiro's highly anticipated Media Universe Summit Andrew Yaffe, CEO, Dude Perfect Linette Zaulich, Head of B2C, ZDF Studios Jonathan Thompson, CEO, Everyone TV Shawn Silverman, Global Head of Marketing, PlutoTV Danyel Mendoza, Vice President, Programming Strategy & Content Planning, Disney Geo Pao, EVP, Strategy and Digital, Shout Factory Michelle Gelman, Global Head of Content and Core Products, Nielsen Speakers Announced for Alan Wolk's TVREV's Pre-Game Workshop: The Future of Streamonomics Jen Gale, Director, Digital Advertising Sales, Xumo Chris Young, Chief Financial Officer, The Weather Group Dawn Williamson, Chief Revenue Officer, Comcast Advertising Joel Cox, Co-Founder & EVP of Innovation & Strategy, Strategus Lab Matt Durgin, VP, North America Content and Services, LG Bernd Riefler, Founder and CEO, Veed 'Our goal is to bring together the sharpest minds shaping the future of streaming,' said Kevin Gray, VP, Experiential Technology, Questex. 'This new group of speakers brings unmatched expertise, diverse perspectives, and hands-on experience that attendees can immediately apply to their own business strategies.' 2025 StreamTV Show Agenda Themes Innovative Approaches to Streaming Advertising Enhancing Viewer Engagement and Retention Leveraging Data for Personalization Optimizing Content Distribution and Strategic Partnerships Enhancing Speed, Quality, and Real-Time Engagement in Live Streaming Can't Miss Experience for the Streaming Industry Over 200 speakers, thousands of attendees, and three days of nonstop networking, learning, and fun await at #StreamTVShow—the ultimate gathering for the people shaping streaming's next era. For more information and to register, visit . Stay in the loop! Connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube. Don't miss your chance to be part of the streaming TV event of the year. Register to attend StreamTV Show here. About The StreamTV Show StreamTV Show isn't just a market and expo - it's a community! From insightful sessions to lively networking events, this is where deals get made, partnerships are forged, and the future of streaming is shaped. Produced and managed by Questex, StreamTV is widely known as the streaming industry's largest annual event. For more information, visit The StreamTV Show is supported by the event's official publication, StreamTV Insider, the streaming TV industry's daily monitor. For more information, visit About QuestexQuestex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here. Media ContactCharlene SoucyStreamTV Showcsoucy@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
