As it celebrates 130 years of music history, Gibson, the iconic global instrument brand, is proud to announce it has entered into a new partnership with Jimmy Page, one of the most influential musicians in history and co-founder of one of the biggest bands of all time, Led Zeppelin. Introducing the Jimmy Page 1969 EDS-1275 Doubleneck Collector’s Edition from Gibson Custom. Made in close collaboration and with significant input from Jimmy Page, only 50 Collector’s Edition hand-signed, and played guitars will be available exclusively via the Gibson Garage Nashville (615) 933-6000, the Gibson Garage London +44 800 058 4720, and Gibson.com in Europe. For more details, visit: https://www.gibson.com/en-US/page/jimmy-page. With its distinctive silhouette, Jimmy Page’s Gibson EDS-1275 Doubleneck has become one of the most iconic guitars in history. The images of him playing it on stage with Led Zeppelin are indelible to rock ‘n’ roll history. Jimmy defined the model from the moment his EDS-1275 was delivered to him, which allowed him to play the acoustic and electric 6-string and 12-string parts of the song “Stairway to Heaven” at live performances, and later using it for “The Song Remains the Same,” “The Rain Song,” “Celebration Day,” “Tangerine,” and most recently at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame last November as a tribute to Link Wray. The EDS-1275 has become synonymous with Page’s legendary stage presence and the electrifying moments that defined a genre. Watch the interview with Jimmy Page as he talks about songwriting and visits the Gibson Custom Shop craftory in Nashville, Tennessee, and get a first look at the creation of the Jimmy Page 1969 EDS-1275 Doubleneck Collector’s Edition HERE. Hand-crafted in close collaboration with Jimmy Page, this special Collector’s Edition guitar uses Gibson’s groundbreaking 3D scanning technology and ultra-precise Murphy Lab aging techniques to aid in creating a clone that captures the essence of Jimmy Page’s original guitar. Every single detail has been thoughtfully recreated, from the exact playing wear to the sonic character of this exceptional guitar. Only 50 Collector’s Edition guitars, all hand-signed and played by Jimmy Page, have been created by the expert luthiers of the Gibson Custom Shop in Nashville, Tennessee, and artfully aged to match the original finish by the Murphy Lab as part of this extraordinary Collector’s Edition run. The Jimmy Page 1969 EDS-1275 Doubleneck Collector’s Edition from the Gibson Custom Shop in Nashville represents a unique opportunity to own an exclusive part of music history that symbolizes musical innovation and the enduring legacy of one of rock’s most celebrated guitarists, Jimmy Page. The Jimmy Page 1969 EDS-1275 Doubleneck Collector’s Edition features a lavish collection of case candy curated by Jimmy Page that features a Certificate of Authenticity Book with a photo taken by Barrie Wentzell, a wooden Pick Display with Herco® Flex pick played by Jimmy Page on the specific serialized guitar, a Premium Cherry/Black Leather Strap and Vintage Replica Strap, Schaller Strap Locks, an Embroidered Dragon Guitar Shroud, and a Gibson Doubleneck Stand. “One of the most influential musicians in history, Jimmy Page is an icon across all genres of music, art, and culture and co-founder of one of the biggest bands of all time, Led Zeppelin,” says Cesar Gueikian, Gibson CEO. “Being the main music writer in Led Zeppelin, Jimmy leveraged his blues and folk inspirations to orchestrate the pioneering rock sound that became the signature of the band and revolutionized rock across all of its future variations. We are grateful for Jimmy’s trust and partnership, and we look forward to paying tribute to him.”
Gibson, the iconic and leading global instrument brand, has shaped sound across generations and genres of music for over a century, becoming one of the most relevant, played, and loved music brands around the world. Throughout the past month, music icons and emerging artists, music fans, and the Gibson team gathered to celebrate the official grand opening of the Gibson Garage London. The Gibson Garage is the ultimate guitar experience and destination for music lovers across the globe and the place to explore Gibson’s 130-year music history. The Gibson Garage London marks the first-ever Gibson flagship store outside of the U.S. and follows the successful opening of the Gibson Garage Nashville. The Gibson Garage London is located at 61-62 Eastcastle St, London, UK W1W 8NQ just off Oxford Street. “On February 24, we celebrated the opening of the Gibson Garage London, marking an important milestone in our 130 years of history since Orville Gibson started making instruments. The London Garage opening events, the artists that joined us, and most importantly the local and global teams working together to make it happen are evidence that we are setting conditions for the best years of Gibson to be ahead of us.” - CESAR GUEIKIAN, PRESIDENT, AND CEO OF GIBSON With a rich history of craftsmanship and innovation, Gibson has become synonymous with music culture. Inside the Gibson Garage London, visitors can plug in and play more than 300 electric and acoustic guitars across Gibson, Gibson Custom, Gibson Acoustic, Epiphone, and Kramer, explore the entire collection of Maestro pedals, and more across 4,000 square feet of retail space. At the Gibson Garage London, music lovers can design their own Made-to-Measure guitar inside the Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab by selecting a unique guitar top off the wall and choosing the specs inside and out. The Gibson Garage London features a special, dedicated Acoustic guitar room with one of the largest displays of Gibson Acoustic guitars in the entire UK, as well as areas for Epiphone electric, acoustic, and bass guitars, and the biggest display of Kramer guitars in the UK. At the Garage, fans are welcome to pick up and play all things Gibson, Epiphone, Kramer, MESA/Boogie, and Maestro and enjoy a massive display of exclusive Gibson apparel, gifts, and lifestyle items, as well as gear and accessories. Whether you are a seasoned professional musician, a casual guitar player, a beginner, or simply a music fan, the Gibson Garage is the new, must-see music destination in London. Last week, at the Gibson Garage London kickoff event music icons Jimmy Page, Tony Iommi, Sir Brian May, James Bay, and Rosie Frater-Taylor were on hand to celebrate the opening with a special “In Conversation” event with legendary guitarist Jimmy Page, and live music on the Gibson Garage London stage. On opening day, Saturday, February 24, music fans lined up around the block starting at 4:00AM for access. Upon opening the doors, the Gibson Noel Gallagher ’78 Les Paul Custom hand-signed guitars sold out completely within the first 30 minutes, with all profit from the sales of these guitars going to the Teenage Cancer Trust. Ritchie Faulkner of Judas Priest, The Blackout, Tyler Childers Band, and Gibson Generation Group artist Charlie Churchill came out to usher in an opening day with a packed crowd all day long. The opening culminated a month-long series of events celebrations in the London music community around the opening of the Gibson Garage London. The Gibson Garage London is the ultimate guitar and music experience and features uniquely British cultural discoveries around every corner and level. Music fans will experience regular live performances, artist showcases and signings, and panel discussions from musicians and artists, all from its state-of-the-art stage located on the lower level of the Garage. The Gibson Gallery, a bi-annual revolving gallery wall, displays the photography of British artists and musicians. The inaugural exhibition at the Gibson Gallery will debut with an exclusive collection from legendary music photographer Gered Mankowitz (The Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, PP Arnold, Kate Bush, Elton John, The Jam, Eurythmics, and Oasis).
For 130 years, Gibson has shaped sound across generations and genres of music, becoming one of the most relevant, played, and loved guitar brands around the world. Gibson is proud to announce the return of the SG Supreme. With a refreshed feature set, the SG Supreme is bound to be one of the most exciting new releases of 2024. The Gibson SG Supreme is offered with three finishes available at authorized Gibson dealers, and an exclusive Ebony version with three pickups is available only on Gibson.com. Gibson SG Supreme: Gibson is excited to announce the return of the SG™ Supreme. The SG Supreme features a beautiful AAA-figured maple top on a mahogany body. The mahogany neck has an ebony fretboard with a compound radius, 24 medium jumbo frets, and Super 400 Split Block mother-of-pearl inlays. The headstock is adorned with a striking new “Chandelier Inlay” in mother-of-pearl inspired by an original circa-1940 era Art Deco design that was discovered in the Gibson archives. The Burstbucker™ Pro and Burstbucker Pro+ pickups are paired with push/pull volume controls for coil tapping, along with individual tone controls. The three unique finishes, Fireburst, Translucent Ebony Burst, and Wine Red, are elegantly highlighted with gold hardware, making this not only a great-sounding and highly flexible instrument but also an exceptionally beautiful-looking modern rock machine. A hardshell guitar case is also included. Gibson SG Supreme, Exclusive in Ebony: The SG Supreme also arrives in an exclusive Gibson.com version in a plain maple top with an Ebony finish, three pickups that are elegantly highlighted with gold hardware, and features specs and aesthetic design identical to the above finishes. Additionally, the SG Supreme exclusive in Ebony includes a Burstbucker Pro (neck and middle), and Burstbucker Pro + (bridge) picks are paired with push/pull volume controls for coil tapping, along with a master tone control that’s hand-wired to an Orange Drop® capacitor. A hardshell guitar case is also included. Explore the Gibson SG Supreme HERE. https://www.gibson.com/en-US/Electric-Guitar/SG-Supreme/Fireburst
Tracks found on the second album of the Japanese video game planning unit Serani Poji ‘one-room survival’ (released November 21st, 2002) are becoming trending topics around the world. Serani Poji was a planning unit created in order to make music for the Dreamcast videogame ‘ROOMMANIA#203’. Tomoko Sasaki, a sound designer at Sega at the time of the release, created the lyrics and music, while production was led by Yukihiro Fukutomi. Mr. Fukutomi acts as producer for famous artists in Japan and has created remixes for overseas artists like Jazzanova、London Elektricity and The Realm&V. The album is colorful and cute with a rich mix of sounds like lounge, house, bossa and techno. In October 2023, when online distribution of the album began, the tracks ‘pipo pipo’ and ‘where is smiley?’ began to go viral on short video platforms like TikTok, YouTube Shorts and Instagram, particularly overseas. ‘pipo pipo’ was played 400,000,000 times on TikTok and ‘where is smiley?’ was played more than 650,000,000 times, with both tracks combined achieving more than 1.05 billion plays in approximately 3 months. They continue to show this momentum even today. In particular, the song ‘where is smiley?’, as the title suggests features a jaunty rhythm and has lent itself to a vast number of uploads expressing friendship or love and leveraging anime, videos of animals and photographs. This same track, in January 2024, charted on the Billboard TikTok charts in America for three consecutive weeks. Moreover, having charted on Spotify’s Viral Top 50 in a wealth of countries such as the Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam and Saudi Arabia it is a Japanese track that is very popular around the world. <TikTok> ‘where is smiley?’ 346,300 different videos https://www.tiktok.com/music/where-is-smiley-7008584981258160897 ‘pipo pipo’ 157,600 different videos https://www.tiktok.com/music/pipo-pipo-7270784942370900742 YouTube Official Audio ・Serani Poji 「one-room survival」 Music streaming links:https://lnk.to/oneroomsurvival Info about the physical release: https://www.hmv.co.jp/en/product/detail/14531184 ・Official Website: https://www.seranipoji.com/ ・Official TikTok Account: https://www.tiktok.com/@seranipoji_official
KING RECORDS’ music festival ‘KING SUPER LIVE’ will be held on Saturday May 11th and Sunday May 12th, 2024 across 2 days at K-Arena Yokohama. This is the first time the event has been held since 2018, six years ago. Across both days, artists that currently belong to the KING AMUSEMENT CREATIVE sub-label within KING RECORDS will perform, such as Aimi, Shouta Aoi, angela, Sumire Uesaka, Yuma Uchida, Miho Okasaki, KanoeRana, saji, Yoko Takahashi, Hiroki Nanami, Soichiro Hoshi, Yui Horie, Nana Mizuki, Inori Minase, Mamoru Miyano and Hiroko Moriguchi. 23 artists will perform, including guest artists such as Akira Asakura, Masami Okui, Mariko Kouda, Hekiru Shiina, Suara, Yukari Tamura and Chihiro Yonekura on day 1. On day 2, in addition to Shoya Chiba, who just made his debut as a solo artist on January 17th this year and virtual singer HACHI, RISE from the anime series ‘Extreme Hearts’ and The 7 Charisma Voice Actors in ‘Charisma’ will also participate, leading to a variety filled line-up of 20 acts. ‘KING SUPER LIVE’ is a music festival that brings together a line-up of incredible artists of KING RECORDS, who have been one of the top runners throughout the history of anime songs, and the artists’ outstanding performances have enthralled massive audiences. KING SUPER LIVE will consist of songs that have been popular across the generations, to theme songs from the latest anime and unexpectable artists’ collaborations just for the concert. Following the first KING SUPER LIVE held in 2015 in Saitama, KING SUPER LIVE 2017 TRINITY with hot voice actors and KING SUPER LIVE in Tokyo, Taiwan and Shanghai in 2018 were all successful. While keeping an eye out for further announcements of new information, be sure to apply early for tickets to ensure you get your hands on them. Event Details KING SUPER LIVE 2024 ■Date Day1 : 2024.5.11(Sat) 14:00 open / 16:00 start Day2 : 2024.5.12(Sun) 12:00 open / 14:00 start ■Venue K‐Arena Yokohama ■Performer Artist Day1 Aimi, Shouta Aoi, Akira Asakura, angela, Sumire Uesaka, Yuma Uchida, Miho Okasaki, Masami Okui, KanoeRana, Mariko Kouda, saji, Hekiru Shiina, Suara, Yoko Takahashi, Yukari Tamura, Hiroki Nanami, Soichiro Hoshi, Yui Horie, Nana Mizuki, Inori Minase, Mamoru Miyano, Hiroko Moriguchi, Chihiro Yonekura(Japanese alphabetical order) Day2 Aimi, Shouta Aoi, angela, Sumire Uesaka, Yuma Uchida, Miho Okasaki, KanoeRana, saji, The 7 Charisma Voice Actors, Yoko Takahashi, Shoya Chiba, Hiroki Nanami, HACHI, Soichiro Hoshi, Yui Horie, Nana Mizuki, Inori Minase, Mamoru Miyano, Hiroko Moriguchi, RISE(Extreme Hearts)(Japanese alphabetical order) *Ticket Pia “Lottery reception for overseas For this performance, customers living outside of Japan can also apply. Reception period: January 18, 2024 (Thu) 12:00-Monday, February 5, 2024 23:59 Number limit: Up to 4 tickets per performance per person Click here https://pia.jp/v/ksl24en/ *Only credit card payment is available. *For non-contact entrance, only the electronic ticket is available. *For admission, a compatible smartphone is required. (A screenshot or photocopies are not acceptable.) <Compatibility> *OS:iOS12.0 or later, Android6.0 or later *browser:Safari(iOS), Chrome(Android) *Each person is required to present one ticket for admission. KING SUPER LIVE 2024:http://kingsuperlive.jp KING AMUSEMENT CREATIVE official X:https://twitter.com/kac_officialhp
After making her debut on November 12th, 2023 at the age of 13, the now 14 year old Japanese singer moya released her 2nd single ‘This is My Story (Party Remix)’ on January 31st. The single is a house remix of her 1st single ‘This is My Story’, created to commemorate it reaching 600,000 plays on Spotify on January 28th. Just like the 1st single, Yusuke Asada worked on composing the track, with moya herself working with him on the lyrics. It is a dance tune that acts as the perfect background track for a party. moya’s 1st single garnered a huge number of listeners not only in Japan but also in countries like the US, the UK, Canada, Italy, France and Ireland. With her 2nd release, it is expected that she will expand her reach even further. [Her 2nd single - moya / This is My Story (Party Remix) ] -Music Streaming https://linkco.re/RfNcXSr5 [ Her 1st single - moya / This is My Story ] -Music Streaming https://linkco.re/aGETEDHM -Video Streaming https://linkco.re/gu8mSv2T -Music Video [ moya’s Social Networking Links] -TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@is_ao55/ https://www.tiktok.com/@moya.13.world/ -YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@is_ao55 https://www.youtube.com/@moya13world/ -Instagram https://www.instagram.com/is_ao55/ https://www.instagram.com/moya.13.world/ -X https://twitter.com/moya13worldinfo https://twitter.com/IS_AO55
Ten years after its launch, the Porsche Macan is heading into its second model generation, now in all-electric form. Through its progressive, timeless design, characteristic Porsche performance, long-distance range and high everyday practicality, the new Macan 4 and the new Macan Turbo aim to completely fulfil the requirements of Porsche customers choosing an SUV. “We are taking the Macan to a completely new level – with exceptional E-Performance, the new Driver Experience, and a very impressive design,” said Oliver Blume, Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche AG, on the occasion of the world premiere in Singapore. “Our aim is to offer the sportiest model in its segment with the all-electric Macan,” says Jörg Kerner, Vice President Product Line Macan. Porsche exclusively uses the latest generation of permanently-excited PSM electric motors on the front and rear axles to achieve excellent efficiency and enable optimum reproducibility of the power output. The numbers alone indicate top-class E-Performance: In combination with Launch Control, the Macan 4 produces up to 300 kW (408 PS) of overboost power, while the Macan Turbo boasts up to 470 kW (639 PS). The maximum torque is 650 and 1,130 Nm, respectively. This guarantees excellent driving performance. The Macan 4 accelerates from a standstill to 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds, while the Macan Turbo takes just 3.3 seconds. The two models achieve top speeds of 220 and 260 km/h, respectively. ■ New Premium Platform Electric with 800-volt architecture The electric motors draw their energy from a lithium-ion battery in the underbody, with a gross capacity of 100 kWh, of which up to 95 kWh can be actively used. The HV battery is a central component of the newly developed Premium Platform Electric (PPE) with 800-volt architecture, used by Porsche for the first time in the new Macan. The DC charging output is up to 270 kW. The battery can be charged from 10 to 80 per cent within approximately 21 minutes at a suitable fast-charging station. At 400-volt charging stations, a high-voltage switch in the battery enables bank charging by effectively splitting the 800-volt battery into two batteries, each with a rated voltage of 400 volts. This enables particularly efficient charging, without an additional HV booster, at up to 135 kW. AC charging at up to 11 kW is possible at household wall boxes. Up to 240 kW of energy can be recuperated via the electric motors while driving. The Integrated Power Box (IPB) also contributes to the efficiency of the new Macan models, while also saving weight and space. The innovative and compact IPB combines three components – the on-board AC charger, the high-voltage heater and the DC/DC converter. The combined WLTP range is up to 613 km in the Macan 4 and up to 591 km in the Macan Turbo. ■ Sporty proportions and coupé-like lines Thanks to the sharper proportions and Porsche Design DNA, the new Macan models look dynamic and dominant. “With the all-electric Macan, we are presenting the first Porsche that we are taking electric from an established product identity,” says Michael Mauer, Vice President Style Porsche. “The new Macan is clearly recognisable by its brand identity as part of the Porsche product family. The classic Porsche proportions have been further developed and optimally adapted to the challenges of an electric vehicle. This has further heightened the sporty, modern and dynamic appearance of the Macan. The design makes it clear: The Macan remains the sports car in its segment, even in electric form.” The shallow pitch of the bonnet and the strongly pronounced wings give the entry-level SUV, which is 4,784 mm long, 1,938 mm wide and 1,622 mm high, a dynamic appearance even when stationary. The new Macan is fitted with up to 22-inch wheels with staggered tyre fitment. The wheelbase, which is 86 mm longer than the previous model (2,893 mm), is offset by short overhangs at the front and rear. The headlights are divided into two parts: the flat upper light unit with four-point daytime running lights is embedded in the wings and emphasises the width of the car. The main headlight module with optional matrix LED technology is positioned slightly lower in the front end. The characteristic Porsche flyline forms a unit with the flat rear window. In combination with the frameless doors with characteristic side blades, the result is a sleek, sporty design. Strongly pronounced shoulders give the rear a muscular look. The Porsche logo now sits in the centre of the sculptural 3D light strip. ■ Active and passive aerodynamics for greater range Porsche combines its design DNA with aerodynamics optimised for range. Thanks to the Porsche Active Aerodynamics (PAA) with active and passive elements and a drag coefficient of 0.25, the new Macan is one of the most streamlined SUVs on the market – with positive effects on range and power consumption. The PAA system includes the adaptive rear spoiler, active cooling flaps on the front air intakes and flexible covers on the fully sealed underbody. Air curtains below the headlight module and the low-slung front end optimise the air flow. At the rear, lateral tear-off edges and the louvred diffuser ensure aerodynamic efficiency. ■ Two luggage compartments and increased interior space The new Macan is a performance-oriented SUV with a high level of practicality for everyday use, high-quality equipment and spacious configuration. Electrification has led to increased luggage space in the Macan. Depending on the model and equipment fitted, the capacity behind the rear seat bench is up to 540 litres (cargo mode). In addition, there is the ‘frunk’, a second luggage compartment under the bonnet with a capacity of 84 litres. This amounts to 136 litres more than the previous model. If the rear seat backrest is folded down completely, the rear luggage compartment capacity increases to up to 1,348 litres. The maximum towing capacity of 2,000 kg rounds off the highly practical qualities of the new Macan. Depending on the model and equipment fitted, the driver and front passenger now sit up to 28 mm lower than before, while the rear passengers sit up to 15 mm lower with increased legroom. The interior is unmistakably Porsche: the width of the cockpit is emphasised by an integrated black panel. The rising design of the centre console heightens the impression of a low and performance-focused position in the vehicle. At the same time, large windows give a light and airy feel to the interior space. In addition to the modern digital user interfaces, there are also select analogue control elements – for example, on the air vents and the air conditioning controls. An LED light strip is integrated into the thoughtfully designed trim strip of the cockpit and doors. It acts as both ambient lighting and a communication light. Depending on the situation, it provides information or warnings – such as for greetings, charging processes or in conjunction with the driver assistance systems. The equipment in the new Macan enables a high degree of customisation. Porsche also aims to use more ecological materials in its cars. A proportion of such materials is used in selected parts in the interior of the all-electric Macan. ■ Driver experience: high computing power and connectivity ▲ new Macan Turbo interior ▲ new Macan 4 interior The Macan is equipped with the latest-generation display and operating concept with up to three screens, including the free-standing 12.6-inch, curved-design instrument cluster and the 10.9-inch central display. For the first time, the passenger can also view information, adjust settings on the infotainment system or stream video content while the car is being driven via their own optional 10.9-inch screen. For the first time, the Porsche Driver Experience also includes a head-up display with augmented reality technology. Virtual elements such as navigation arrows are visually integrated seamlessly into the real world. The image appears to the driver at a distance of 10 metres and corresponds to the size of an 87-inch display. The new-generation infotainment system is based on Android Automotive OS. The standard Porsche Communication Management (PCM) in the new Macan takes computing performance to a new level. For example, the “Hey Porsche” voice assistant suggests routes, including charging stops, at lightning speed. In the new Porsche App Centre, passengers can directly access popular apps from third-party providers and install them directly in the new Macan. ■ First Macan with rear-axle steering and two-valve dampers Porsche developed the Macan with a keen focus on quintessential Porsche driving dynamics and a characteristic steering feel. “Thanks to its particularly sporty seat position and low centre of gravity, as well as its impressive driving dynamics and steering precision, the new Macan delivers a real sports car feeling,” explains Product Line Vice President Jörg Kerner. Both the Macan 4 and the Macan Turbo have all-wheel drive. The two electric motors are controlled via the power electronics almost in real time. The electronically controlled Porsche Traction Management (ePTM) operates around five times faster than a conventional all-wheel drive system and can respond to slip within 10 milliseconds. In addition, the all-wheel drive distribution is governed by the selected driving programme. Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus), an electronically controlled differential lock on the rear axle, also contributes to the traction, driving stability and lateral dynamics of the Macan Turbo. Macan models with air suspension – also standard on the Turbo – are equipped with the Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) electronic damping control. This can also be combined with the steel-spring suspension as an option. PASM now also features dampers with two-valve technology. Thanks to the more expansive damper map, this results in a wider spectrum between comfort and performance. This makes the differences between the driving programmes even more tangible. For the first time, the Macan has optional rear-axle steering, with a maximum steering angle of five degrees. It enables a compact turning circle of 11.1 metres in urban traffic and when manoeuvring, while simultaneously enabling exceptional driving stability at higher speeds, ably assisted by the consistent and precise front-axle steering for which the brand is known. Since 2014, Porsche has delivered more than 800,000 examples of the Macan worldwide. This success story is set to continue with this all-electric successor, which is produced in a net carbon neutral way at the Porsche Plant Leipzig. The new models will be delivered to the first customers during the second half of the year. Prices including VAT and country-specific equipment start in Germany at € 84,100 for the Macan 4 and € 114,600 for the Macan Turbo.
Gibson is proud to announce the launch of Gibson Films with the official premiere of the new full-length music doc film The Making of 4, streaming worldwide today on Gibson TV HERE. The Making of 4, a music doc film takes viewers deep inside the history and musical influences of Slash Ft. Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators (SMKC) who have been performing worldwide and recording music together for over a decade across four albums. Watch interview and studio footage with the music icon Slash and the band as they reveal the inspiration behind the writing and recording of their universally acclaimed album 4, which debuted as the #1 Most-Selling Hard Rock Album. Step inside the storied halls of famed recording studio RCA Studio A in Nashville, view interviews with the band and GRAMMY® Award-winning producer Dave Cobb (Chris Stapleton, John Prine, Jason Isbell, Brandi Carlile), and watch as the 10-song, vibrant rock album was recorded and captured LIVE, in lightning-in-a-bottle sessions, a first-ever for the band. A standout album that grabs hold and never lets go, 4 generated the most positive critical accolades in the band’s history. Listen to SMKC’s album 4, available everywhere via Gibson Records HERE. https://slash.lnk.to/4AlbumID The Making of 4 film also includes interviews with SLASH and his bandmates MYLES KENNEDY (Vocals), TODD KERNS (Bass & Vocals), BRENT FITZ (Drums), and FRANK SIDORIS (Guitar & Vocals), producer Dave Cobb, as well as seven electrifying live music performances that were shot on location in Los Angeles. The Making of 4 was directed by Gibson Media Director Todd Harapiak, and Executive Produced by Cesar Gueikian (Gibson President and CEO), Slash, and Jeff Varner (Revelation Management). The film is produced by Todd Harapiak, Mark Agnesi, Brigid O’Connell, and Simona Vackova. The project is the first full-length feature from Gibson Films. “The making of the album 4 was a great experience despite the fact we did it in the throes of Covid. We recorded the album at the iconic RCA Studio A in Nashville with Dave Cobb. This was SMKC all playing live which is the first time I’ve been able to record the band with a live a setup, like in a club. This special room at RCA allowed us to play totally live and out of all of the records we have done as a band, 4 shows how much further we have arrived as a band from where we started. I think people will really appreciate the behind-the-scenes peek at the making of 4." --SLASH “For the last three years, Todd Harapiak and I have dreamt about expanding our storytelling into full-length feature films,” says Mark Agnesi, Director of Brand Experience at Gibson Brands. “We want to give music fans around the world a glimpse behind the curtain on the artists and the stories that only Gibson can tell. There are so many stories we plan to tell with Gibson Films, and we are proud to have Slash as the first. The album “4” was our first release on Gibson Records, so it is only fitting that “The Making of 4” is our first release on Gibson Films…and this is only just the beginning.” “The inspiration behind Gibson Films stems from a passion for storytelling,” adds Todd Harapiak, Gibson Media Director. “We’ve always been inspired by the idea of merging musicians and filmmakers, coming together to celebrate stories that will span a diverse array of genres. To be able to collaborate with Slash and The Conspirators for our first film release was both an extraordinary and memorable experience. I’m thrilled about this expansion of Gibson Media and look forward to transporting audiences into the realm of sound and vision.” The launch of Gibson Films--which features long-form films that capture the essence of uplifting musical moments, while also delving into the captivating narratives of iconic musicians--marks the next major step in the evolution of the Gibson Brands media division, which creates music experiences for fans worldwide through immersive storytelling. As with the record label Gibson Records---which released Slash Ft. Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators’ acclaimed latest album titled 4, and brings guitar-driven music to the forefront of culture—and supports both industry icons and emerging top music acts; Gibson Publishing which delivers stunning, stunning premium large scale coffee table books; Gibson TV the award-winning online network which creates cinematic original series; and the Gibson App which offers Gibson’s thrilling content at your fingertips with an A.I.-enabled interactive, guitar-learning experience. Starting next week, Slash Ft. Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators will kick off a massive run of 2024 international dates. The River Is Rising-Rest of the World Tour ’24 will officially kick off with the band’s return to Mexico City’s Pepsi Centre WTC, on January 23, and will see SMKC hit 25 countries, and 39 cities across the globe. Support on the various dates of SMKC’s The River Is Rising-Rest of the World Tour ‘24 will come from Mammoth WVH, with The Struts, Rose Tattoo and more, see all dates below, and visit: https://www.slashonline.com/tour/
After a long hiatus, Gibson is proud to be back in the guitar amplifier business. Inspired by vintage Gibson amplifiers and reimagined for today’s players, the Falcon 5 and Falcon 20 are handcrafted in Petaluma, California. Focusing on great sound, simplicity, and ease of use, the new Falcon models pay homage to the 1960s Falcons, the very first guitar amplifiers available with reverb, while continuing Gibson’s long legacy of groundbreaking amplifier innovation that dates back to the 1930s. They offer the versatility demanded on modern stages and home studios with exceptional build quality, quiet operation, and voicings that will captivate and delight players. The Gibson Falcon Amplifiers are available now in North America at authorized Gibson dealers and on www.gibson.com, with the rest of the world launching in April 2024. The compact Falcon 5 and Falcon 20 combos hark back to the Gibson amplifiers from the late 1950s and early 1960s that inspired them, but beneath their vintage-style Cream Bronco vinyl and Oxblood grille cloths are all-new circuits developed by Gibson Master Pioneer Randall Smith founder of MESA/Boogie®, and the Gibson Amps Design Team in Petaluma. The small, but raucous Falcon 5 delivers around seven watts of single-ended, pure Class A power from a single 6V6 power tube, switchable down to around three watts. Alongside volume and tone controls with a wider, more usable range, there’s a level control for the Falcon 5’s lush onboard all-tube spring reverb, while a 10-inch Jensen® Blackbird 40 Alnico speaker helps deliver the Falcon 5’s touch-sensitive, harmonically rich tube tones. Gibson artist Charlie Worsham performs through the Gibson Falcon 20 amplifier. The Falcon 20 expands both the power and the feature set. The dual 6V6 power stage utilizes patented Multi-Watt™ technology to deliver 12, five, or bedroom-friendly one-watt Class A power modes, and the hypnotic throb of all-tube tremolo joins spring reverb in the onboard effects section, switchable remotely via the supplied two-button footswitch. A 12-inch Jensen Blackbird 40 Alnico speaker offers greater spread and projection, along with enhanced bass response. Both Falcon circuits have been designed with the option to substitute the supplied 6V6 power tubes with optional 6L6 tubes, further adding to their flexibility, headroom, and punch. With their elegant cosmetics and boutique build quality, the Falcon 5 and Falcon 20 are the ultimate companions for Gibson’s finest stringed instruments. “Over the last two years, I’ve witnessed the Gibson team working together to design and develop the new Gibson amplifiers and I couldn’t be prouder and more excited about what they have accomplished,” says Cesar Gueikian, President, and CEO of Gibson Brands. “It started with Randy Smith researching the Gibson sound, exploring the sound of many original Gibson amplifiers to design a new and improved circuit board that he passed on to the Lab team. John Marshall, Tommy Waugh, Jim Aschow, Doug West, Steve Mueller, Mat Koehler, and Craig Hockenberry all came together to create the amplifier and brought the new Gibson Falcon to the finish line. Upon playing the final prototype I immediately called Randy and told him, this is the Gibson sound, only better!” “This is such a proud day for all of us at Gibson,” adds Mat Koehler, Vice President of Product, Gibson Brands. “We’re back in the amplifier game in a big way. The Falcon 5 and 20 have an amazing balance of historic DNA and modern build quality and they offer unprecedented value to players, not to mention timeless designs that will look as great on stage as they will in homes.” Explore the Gibson Falcon Amplifiers, HERE. https://www.gibson.com/en-US/amps
Ten years after its launch, the Macan is on the cusp of a second model generation, now in all-electric form. As the first Porsche model built on the new Premium Platform Electric (PPE), the SUV is a completely new development. The test process to ensure the perfect coordination of all components and systems is accordingly meticulous. Porsche places great importance on real-world testing with camouflaged prototypes. At the same time, simulations in both the virtual world and wind tunnel are increasingly precise and play an ever-greater role. This is particularly true when it comes to making a new Porsche not only sportier, but also more efficient. ■ Cd value of 0.25 – designers and aerodynamics engineers in lockstep “When we develop a new model, it’s always about the driving dynamics and precision. That’s Porsche. It’s in our DNA. But it's always about efficiency too. And design,” says Jörg Kerner, Vice President Product Line Macan. One challenge was to maintain the product identity of the successful Macan model series while at the same time meeting the aerodynamic requirements needed to ensure high efficiency and therefore also a high range. It was accordingly important to ensure close cooperation between the leaders of the two teams during the development stages in the Design department and the aerodynamic testing in Porsche’s state-of-the-art wind tunnel. “Finding the optimal connection between our design principles and the specifications given to us by the aerodynamics engineers is certainly a challenge,” says Peter Varga, Director Exterior Design at Style Porsche. “We’re working together on every millimetre to achieve the optimal balance between aesthetics and function.” Through this teamwork, Porsche succeeded in combining its design DNA with range-optimised aerodynamics. This was achieved not only through a striking silhouette but also through the components of Porsche Active Aerodynamics (PAA) and other targeted measures. “The active aerodynamic elements all significantly contribute to range,” says Thomas Wiegand, Director Aerodynamics and Aeroacoustics. “We have an automatically extending rear spoiler and active cooling flaps on the front air intakes.” There are also variable elements on the underbody. The vehicle floor is flat and closed like that of a racing car, even in the rear axle area. The fairings there are flexible and also ensure low air resistance when rebounding – an innovative solution in combination with the streamlined, largely closed wheels and the aerodynamically optimised tyre contours. During normal cruising on a country road, the Macan automatically assumes its ideal streamline. The rear spoiler moves into the eco position, the air flaps close and the chassis level lowers. In this situation, Wiegand and his team measured a drag coefficient of 0.25 (previously 0.35). All of which makes the new Macan one of the most aerodynamic SUVs – with a major impact on efficiency. The ranges according to WLTP will be more than 500 km for all variants. ■ Fast charging with up to 270 kW – for all markets The electric motors in the new Macan draw their energy from a lithium-ion battery in the underbody, with a gross capacity of 100 kWh, of which up to 95 kWh can be actively used. The 800-volt architecture of the PPE in the new Macan enables high-performance fast charging, which is being tested worldwide as part of the development process. “There are different charging standards in our main markets. A major focus of the testing has therefore been on checking these different framework conditions in the different locations with our prototypes and adapting the technology accordingly where necessary. Charging simply has to work, wherever and whenever,” says Kerner. The DC charging capacity for the new Macan at 800-volt charging stations is up to 270 kW. The charge level can be increased from 10 to 80 per cent in less than 22 minutes at 400-volt charging stations, a high-voltage switch in the battery enables bank charging by effectively splitting the 800-volt battery into two batteries, each with a rated voltage of 400 volts. This enables particularly efficient charging, without an additional HV booster, at up to 150 kW. AC charging is possible with up to 11 kW. ■ Driving dynamics testing under extreme conditions Porsche developed the new Macan with a keen focus on the driving dynamics typical of the brand, and a familiar steering feel. These core competencies of the sports car manufacturer are a particular focus during testing. Through the various test stages, the objective is to coordinate the newly developed components and systems and to ensure the operational stability and smooth functioning of their interaction. In endurance tests, a vehicle's service life is simulated under the kind of harsh operating conditions that will later only be experienced by customers at the absolute limit. To date, the camouflaged prototypes of the all-electric Macan have completed more than three and a half million test kilometres on test tracks and public roads. To test the interaction of all active driving components under extreme climatic and situational loads, the test cars are used all around the world. “We cover all temperature ranges. From minus 30 degrees Celsius in Scandinavia to plus 50 degrees Celsius, as we experienced in Death Valley in California,” continues Kerner. “Of course, an SUV also has to work on any surface. That’s why we test not only on roads, but also off-road, on gravel, snow and ice.” The rear-focused all-wheel drive in the all-electric Macan models is always on home turf in this regard. Porsche exclusively uses the latest generation of permanently-excited PSM motors on the front and rear axles. They provide overboost power of more than 450 kW, offer excellent efficiency and enable optimum reproducibility of the power output. The electronically controlled Porsche Traction Management manages the distribution of the more than 1,000 Nm of torque with Launch Control in the top model in almost real time. To offer the broad spectrum between high performance and comfort for which the Macan is known, the engineers have deployed a Porsche Active Suspension Management system with two-valve damper technology, air suspension, rear-axle transverse lock and, for the first time, rear-axle steering with a steering angle of up to five degrees.
Seiyu artist Sumire Uesaka has dropped her new music video for the focus track “Dear Panta Rhei” from upcoming 15th single “Dear Panta Rhei”, which will be released on February 7th, 2024 and subtitle in English, Spanish, French, German, Indonesian, Chinese (both for Traditional and Simplified Chinese characters) and Roma-ji are available. This track is the ending theme for TV anime “SHAMAN KING FLOWERS”, which will be available on January 9th, 2024 and Uesaka herself will appear in the series as the voice of the character Alumi Niumbirch. It is a magnificent song created based on the concept of "inheriting and connecting unchanging feelings," which is also the theme of the series. A music video that gives the viewers a different atmosphere from Uesaka's previous music videos while showing the world of "SHAMAN KING FLOWERS" in many places. The video has a storyline that Uesaka, existing in two different worlds recognize each other and connect into one via a flower. The surrealistic scenes such as a giant lunch box stuffed in a suitcase or suddenly appeared alien, are also noteworthy. The focus track “Dear Panta Rhei” is now available worldwide to stream and download: https://lnk.to/SumireUesaka_DearPantaRhei [Sumire Uesaka] She debuted as a voice actress in 2011. As a singer, she debuted with the theme song "Nanatsu no Umi Yori Kimi no Umi" for the TV anime "Namiuchigiwa no Muromi-san", aired in 2013. She is a one-of-a-kind voice actress-singer with a wide range of knowledge about Showa era songs, metal rock, Lolita, pro-wrestling, beards, etc. Her 11th single “EASY LOVE”, the opening theme for TV anime “DON'T TOY WITH ME, MISS NAGATORO” has been a massive hit worldwide and has streamed more than 10,000,000 on Spotify.
Porsche development driver Lars Kern has outdone himself at the Nürburgring: driving a pre-series Taycan, he posted a lap time of 7:07.55 minutes on the Nordschleife. This official lap time is a whopping 26 seconds faster than he was on his last record drive, in a Taycan Turbo S Sport sedan equipped with the performance package back in August 2022. Stuttgart/Adenau. “Twenty-six seconds is half an eternity in motorsport. Lars’ lap time of 7:07.55 minutes on the Nordschleife is sensational, putting the Taycan in the same league as electric hypercars,” says head of the model line, Kevin Giek. “And the impressive thing about it is that over several laps, Lars clocked almost exactly the same time.”