James Blake / Come As You Are
One lucky fan of English singer/songwriter James Blake got a very special surprise. An Instagram user requested a slow, mellow version of Nirvana's class "Come As You Are", and Blake delivered with piano and vocals.
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Greatness Code
"Every legend has one defining moment." That's the basis of the upcoming series from Apple TV+. Directed by Gotham Chopra, each of the seven episodes will feature the most pivotal moments in the careers of sports' most iconic athletes. You'll hear the stories straight from the greats themselves with a roster that includes LeBron James, Tom Brady, Alex Morgan, Usain Bolt, Shaun White, Katie Ledecky, and Kelly Slater. Greatness Code premieres on July 10, 2020.
Rebuilding Paradise
On November 8, 2018, a fire started by a faulty power transmission line swept into Paradise, California. By the time it was over, the Camp Fire had claimed 85 lives and become the deadliest fire since 1918 and the most expensive fire in the world in 2018. But Paradise is rebuilding, and this is its story. Directed by Ron Howard, Rebuilding Paradise premieres July 31st in select theaters.
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Vuori Ponto Performance Pant
Chilling isn't just for Netflix anymore. The new normal has more and more people slowing down and spending more time at home. To guarantee your lounge experience is at peak comfort, make sure you have a pair of Vuori Ponto Performance Pants. The sweats are made from a soft, lightweight material with a drawcord and elastic band. With four-way stretch and moisture wicking performance, the versatile pants can go beyond the sofa and be worn on daily workouts and morning jogs while their slim, modern fit looks good in coffee shops and around town.
Presented by Vuori.
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Oda Hop Backpack
Constructed from durable, technical waterproof fabrics, the Oda Hop backpack could be the most comfortable pack you'll ever own. It's built for long urban commutes, weekend adventures, and just about everything in between. The pack offers a clean, minimalist design along with a patent-pending magnetic system that lets you customize your entire set up. It's slim yet structured, with concealed zips and organized compartments to help keep your life sorted and your gear perfectly wedged.
Presented by Oda Design.
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Candyman
Nearly 30 years after the hooked urban legend slashed through cinemas, Jordan Peele is rebooting Candyman. Dubbed a spiritual sequel the original, the film goes back to the same Chicago neighborhood. Gentrification has changed the entire area but one thing still remains — a honey-covered boogeyman is still haunting those who say his name five times. Starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and the original Candyman himself Tony Todd, the film will go to theaters in September.
The Artist Behind Radiohead's Album Covers
Stanley Donwood may be Radiohead's greatest collaborator. Starting in 1994, the artist, along with frontman Thom Yorke, has created every album cover since The BendsBad Island is available now.
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Duer Stretch Jeans
When the world is unpredictable, comfort matters. Duer's stretch denim prioritizes comfort and blends it with versatility and function to create your new favorite pair of jeans. They're stretch denim you can live in and won't restrict your movement whether you're working from home or exploring on the weekends. Each pair has more stretch and less synthetic to provide a comfortable way to get dressed and get on with it. The jeans are available in multiple colors in slim, straight, and relaxed fits and are finished with a signature gusset and antibacterial properties.
Presented by DUER.
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Quip Smart Brush
On a mission to make oral care more accessible for all, quip's Smart Brush and app aim to establish good brushing habits and make them more rewarding than ever. quip knows that feedback and incentive for completing a routine is one of the best ways to develop a new habit, and that's why this new Bluetooth connected brush will not only remind and track your brushing routine through the free quip app but also will help guide better technique through monitoring how you brush. Plus, you can earn amazing rewards (like free products and discounts) from quip and partners, just for brushing 2 minutes, twice a day. Starts at $45.
Presented by quip.
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Ben Folds / 2020
2020 will be a year for the not-so-great memories, if not the record books. A year marked by protests and a pandemic, 2020 will go down as a cosmic crossroad of near-disaster that usually only comes one at a time, and Ben Folds captures the mood perfectly in his new single "2020".
Kids See Ghosts
Kayne West's is collaborating once again with Kid Cudi, but this time it's not for music. The two are heading a new animated show. Directed by Takashi Murakami, the series is centered around the Yeezy-voiced Kanye Bear and Kid Cudi's Kid Fox. Its title, Kids See Ghosts, is from hip hop super-duo's 2018 debut album where Japanese contemporary artist Takashi Murakami designed the cover art. No word on the official release date.
