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What's On
02-04-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
Gig reminder: Black Coffee is performing in Dubai tomorrow
Afro-house at its finest… Are you in Dubai on April 3? Love Afro-house? Black Coffee is making his way back to Dubai tomorrow, and this time, he's headlining Pacha ICONS at Playa Pacha, FIVE Luxe, on Thursday, April 3. If you you've seen Black Coffee live before, you know the vibe. If it's your first time, expect a groovy, soulful musical journey led by one of the biggest legends in the Afro-house scene. Sharing the lineup for the night are Parallelle, the genre-blurring Dutch duo, known for blending live instruments with electronic sounds. Fabrice will be on hand to keep the party going with his signature mixes. Black Coffee: Need-to-know facts Grammy-winning artist: Won Best Dance/Electronic Album for Subconsciously in 2022. Global collaborator: Has worked with Drake, David Guetta, and Alicia Keys. Afro-house pioneer: A driving force behind the genre's rise worldwide. Started from the underground: First gained international recognition at Red Bull Music Academy in 2003. Fashion meets music: Frequently spotted at Balenciaga and Louis Vuitton events. Playa Pacha, Five Luxe, JBR, Thursday April 3, 7pm-2am, tickets starting at Dhs450, available on Images: supplied > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
What's On
28-03-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
Black Coffee headlines ICONS by Pacha Dubai next week
Afro-house at its finest… Are you in Dubai on April 3? Love Afro-house? Black Coffee is making his way back to Dubai, and this time, he's headlining ICONS by Pacha at Playa Pacha, FIVE Luxe, on Thursday, April 3. If you you've seen Black Coffee live before, you know the vibe. If it's your first time, expect a groovy, soulful musical journey led by one of the biggest legends in the Afro-house scene. Sharing the lineup for the night are Parallelle, the genre-blurring Dutch duo, known for blending live instruments with electronic sounds. Fabrice will be on hand to keep the party going with his signature mixes. Black Coffee: Need-to-know facts Grammy-winning artist: Won Best Dance/Electronic Album for Subconsciously in 2022. Global collaborator: Has worked with Drake, David Guetta, and Alicia Keys. Afro-house pioneer: A driving force behind the genre's rise worldwide. Started from the underground: First gained international recognition at Red Bull Music Academy in 2003. Fashion meets music: Frequently spotted at Balenciaga and Louis Vuitton events. Playa Pacha, Five Luxe, JBR, Thursday April 3, 7pm-2am, tickets starting at Dhs450, available on Images: supplied > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
I'm a hypnotherapist - this tip could help you quit smoking for good
After over a decade of long-term decline, smoking appears to be on the rise in parts of England. Researchers from University College London examined data for more than 350,000 adults in England over an 18-year period, and found that while the overall proportion of smokers has fallen nationally, progress has 'flatlined' since 2020, and smoking is now increasing in some regions. The findings, published in the journal Addiction, revealed that smoking had jumped by 10% in the south of England between 2020 and 2024, suggesting progress in the government's plans for a smoke-free country by 2030 is stalling. In the UK, smoking remains one of the leading preventable causes of illness and death, accounting for around 74,000 deaths annually. And while quitting isn't easy, there are plenty of reasons to stick with a plan — smoking is linked to serious health risks like lung cancer, heart disease, type 2 diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis. If nicotine patches, gum or going cold turkey haven't worked for you in the past, Aaron Surtees, clinical hypnotherapist and author of the book 'Subconsciously' suggests trying visualisation techniques to help kick cravings to the curb. As a clinical hypnotherapist, he has treated many people both in and out of the public eye, including well-known names in sports, music and television. "Dubbed the 'Swish Pattern', the following technique is a powerful way to break habits like smoking," he explains, "with the idea that it can reset your brain's subconscious associations with cigarettes.' "Close your eyes and picture a place where you typically smoke," says Surtees. This could be your own garden or your local pub's smoking area. "Make the image big, bright, and vivid, imagining the smell and feel of holding a cigarette." "Next, visualise yourself as a non-smoker, with healthy skin, smoke-free confidence and breathing fresh air,' he instructs. 'Make this image small and dim in the corner of your mind." "Now, picture the small, dim version of your non-smoking self suddenly growing bigger and brighter, completely replacing the smoking self," says Surtees. "Do this fast, like a flash of light." "Repeat this practice five to ten times, making the shift faster and more seamless each time." To test if the technique works for you, Surtees says you should try recalling your old smoking trigger — "if the craving is weaker, the process is working," he says. The hypnotherapist recommends you repeat the above steps daily for at least a week to see results. Neurolinguistic Programming (or NLP) is a set of mindset techniques designed to change a person's thinking. The idea is that your thoughts, language and habits are all intrinsically connected, so by rewiring your thought patterns, you can eventually change your behaviours — whether that's quitting smoking, overcoming fears or improving your confidence with public speaking. Its origins go back to the 1970s, when it was developed by mathematician Richard Bandler and linguist John Grinder as a way to help people build and break habits more effectively. "NLP techniques work by replacing habitual thought patterns around wanting to smoke with healthier phrases such as 'I don't need to smoke or vape' and 'I am a non-smoker'," explains Surtees. Over time, he claims new thoughts and behaviours can become second nature to us: "The neural pathway in the brain no longer focuses on typical triggers to smoke or vape. Instead, the reaction is an overwhelming feeling of being free from smoking for good." While NLP has grown in popularity over the past 50 years, it's received heavy criticism from the scientific community for lacking robust, peer-reviewed evidence. Anecdotally, however, many fans of the method have found it useful for breaking bad habits, easing anxiety and achieving work-orientated goals. When it comes to nixing cigarettes, some claim that success with kicking the habit is more about developing a quitter's mindset, and less about simply relying on nicotine replacement therapies, although everyone's journey to becoming smoke-free is different. As with any addictive behaviour, alternative therapies aren't recommended as blanket replacement for medical advice from your GP, but since NLP techniques are free, safe and easy to try, it could be worth experimenting ahead of your next work break - especially if other quit methods haven't worked for you so far. Read more about quitting smoking: This is what happens to your body when you quit smoking (Yahoo Life UK, 8-min read) No Smoking Month: Top tips to help you kick the habit for good (Belfast Live, 3-min read) Why it's so hard to quit smoking - and how to boost your chances of stopping for good (Yahoo Life, 7-min read)
Web Release
28-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Web Release
Pacha ICONS at Playa Pacha, FIVE LUXE (Dubai) , Full Season Lineup Announced
Entertainment Web Release Selection By Editor_wr On Feb 28, 2025 Pacha ICONS has lined up an irresistible array of international talent to headline at Playa Pacha, FIVE LUXE (Dubai) before the end of May 2025. 3 April is headlined by South African Black Coffee, a true innovator in the world of electronic music known for his collaborations with global icons like Drake and Alicia Keys, and his groundbreaking album Subconsciously. Joining him are Parallelle, the Dutch brothers who have created a unique, dynamic fusion of live instruments, vocals, and electronic music. Fabrice will complete the lineup with his expert mixes, ensuring an elevated experience throughout the night. 11 April sees platinum-selling Liverpool duo CamelPhat arrive having firmly established themselves as one of the most in-demand acts on the planet. From legendary residencies at the world's best clubs including the last two summers at Pacha Ibiza to collaborations and chart topping singles with the likes of Anyma, Elderbrook, Jake Bugg and Jem Cook, they have led the electronic scene from the front for the last decade, gathering millions of streams worldwide. Joining them is Adam Ten, a talented musician and unique DJ who mixes a wide range of genres into emotional roller coasters and Dubai favourite Sam Oui completes another unmissable edition. 25 April, Mochakk plays and is a meticulous producer and mesmerising performer who has embarked on sold-out shows across the globe, done epic B2B sets with Black Coffee and Disclosure, and released standout records including his Beatport Number 1 'Jealous' and 'Locomotiva Ibiza 2099' on CircoLoco Records featuring Tommy Genesis and VTSS and his forthcoming 'From the Stars' EP on Ninja Tune. Also playing is German tastemaker and party starter Gerd Janson who heads up the Running Back label and plays across the house and disco spectrum with great energy. Fabrice also adds his sounds to the party. World renowned Keinemusik co-founder Rampa brings his innovative melodic and Afro grooves on 3 May in what will be another night of unmissable underground sounds in Dubai with Benji B and Anrey also lining up. Rampa is one of electronic music's most definitive artists. As a core member of the Keinemusik collective he has played all over the world and led the electronic music scene from the front. His DJ sets are a masterclass in musical storytelling and his productions are rich in meticulous synth design. 10 May is headlined by ANOTR who pride themselves on finding new ways to approach house music. They are storytellers with a deeply emotional sound who always put plenty of personality into their work and influences from soul, jazz, disco and funk. Their aim whenever they play around the world is to help you get lost in the moment and go with them on a cultured musical adventure. Joining them, TOMAN is at the heart of The Netherlands' electronic landscape after many standout releases via a host of leading labels and gigs across the globe where he lays down his fresh and emotive house sounds. Finally, BLONDi brings an underground minimal house to this unmissable party. This party invites you to dance to the best electronic artists of our time backed by 50 years of party expertise from the legendary Pacha Ibiza. This party is an essential experience in Dubai. Availability on the dancefloor is limited, so secure your spot now. Pacha ICONS at Playa Pacha, FIVE LUXE: 3 April 2025 with Black Coffee with support from Parallelle and Fabrice 11 April 2025 with CamelPhat , with support from Adam Ten and Sam Oui 25 April with Mochakk with support from Gerd Janson and Fabrice 3 May 2025 with Rampa with support from Benji B and ANREY 10 May 2025 with ANOTR with support from TOMAN and BLONDi FIVE LUXE (Dubai)Full Season Lineup AnnouncedPacha ICONS at Playa Pacha Comments are closed.
