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Winter Issue - Trinidad
Trinidad
Trinidad (Spanish: “Trinity”) is the larger and more populous of the two major islands and
numerous landforms which make up the island nation of Trinidad and Tobago. The island lies just
11 km (6.8 mi) off the northeastern coast of Venezuela and sits on the continental shelf of South
America. Though part of the South American continent, from a socio-economic standpoint, it is
often referred to as the southernmost island in the Caribbean. With an area of 4,768 km2 (1,841
sq mi), it is also the fifth largest in the West Indies.
Many believe the original name for the island in the Arawaks’ language was “Iëre” which
meant “Land of the Humming Bird.” Some believe that “Iere” was actually a mispronunciation
or corruption by early colonists of the Arawak word “Kairi” which simply means “Island.”
Christopher Columbus renamed it “La Isla de la Trinidad” (“The Island of the Trinity”), fulfilling a
vow he had made before setting out on his third voyage of exploration.
Diversity is the status quo in Trinidad and Tobago. It is sometimes known as a “rainbow island”
or more fondly “a callaloo” (local dialect for a delicious dish prepared by blending a variety of
ingredients). There is a wide range of ethnicity, religion, and culture.
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Contents
Sinuous Identity|10
Cornbread |18
The Charming Bird|19
Anna Chromý
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The Trip|26
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Sanaa Lathan
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Futuristic |70
Mazda|71
2016 Infiniti QX50 |34
Wrangler Red Rock
Concept |72
Talia Rose |41
Rolls-Royce Ghost |74
ESKA |42
Lulu Scout |76
Alex Honnold |44
Hotel Hassler
Roma |78
The Camby Hotel |52
Joey Graceffa
Enchanté Boutique
Hotel |62
Breitling + Bentley |56
Bud Light |60
Louise Bourgeois |98
JW Marriott Las Vegas
Resort & Spa |108
A Note From the President
In life, we all encounter very difficult obstacles. As a young person growing up in Detroit, I was faced with many challenges: a
dangerous environment, a drug-addicted, abusive parent, and tons of bullies. Yes, I was the teenager always feeling different and
awkward – a skinny black boy with a light skin complexion, a cleft chin, a sharp nose and a unique sense of style. For many years, I
would be soft-spoken and timid – until I realized that it’s okay to celebrate your uniqueness. It’s okay to embrace who you are and
others who do not quite fit in. The quirkiness is something that makes us stand out and is what we should be most appreciative of
and thankful for.
After all, we now live in a period where personal style, sexuality, creed and color are increasingly becoming more intriguing
and arguably more accepting. Although some of us might feel as if we still aren’t being accepted by society, we stumble
upon someone like Joey Graceffa, who inspires us to embrace who we truly are. This young man is a true martyr for change: an
extremely talented individual and digital influencer who has made a positive impact on millions – by just being himself. He, too,
has been through a ton of difficult times (which he has publicly shared), but has made them his own life journey to persevere.
This issue is dedicated to all the brave trailblazers that continue to pave the way, regardless of the hand they are dealt in life. They
continuously tackle what is in front of them head-on, never allowing themselves to be devoured or drowned by inevitable mishaps
or struggles that confront their daily lives.
- VAUGHN LOWERY,
President/Editorial Director
Vaughn Lowery | Editorial Director
Ashley Caputo | Associate Editor-at-Large
Lester Guidry | Creative Director
Crystal Wong | Art Director
Stella Dugall | Special Assignments
Haven Skye | Copy Editor
Theodore Louis | Copy Editor
Eiko Watanabe | Associate Editor
Terry Dexter | Music Editor
Brandon West | Music Contributor
Montre Burton | Arts + Culture Editor
Kenia Mazariegos | Life/Style Contributor
Jackson Murray | Culture Contributor
Ron Contarsy | Sr. Staff Photographer
Marc Littlejohn | Fashion Director
Apuje Kalu | Fashion Editor
Matthew Anderson | Fashion Contributor
Courtney Chenard | Fashion Contributor
Eric Horton | Fashion Contributor
Katie Meadway | Fashion Contributor
Bob Cal | Fashion Intern
Brian Perry | Hair Editor
Justin Lowery | Interior Design
Suzie Kim | Makeup Editor
The Doc | Health Editor
Rannon Harris | Entertainment Editor
T’Quan Wilson | Entertainment Contributor
Byron G. | Travel Editor
Alonzo Demarco | Fitness Editor
Nicholas Holt | Fitness Editor-at-Large
Lakei Cannon | Fitness Contributor
Alex Garibyan | Fitness Contributor
Michael Denison | Business Manager
Darryl Scipio | Legal Counsel
Taylor Louis, LLP | Legal Counsel
Brian Greer | SVP of Sales + Marketing
Mike Pirone | SVP of Sales + Marketing
Anthony Sovinsky | Account Executive
Jason Gates | Logistics Administrator
Chris Gates | Marketing Coordinator
Raqiyah Mays | Dir. of Events
Arthur Rutledge | Dir. of Promotions
Jae Joseph | Brand Manager
Dion Hickles | Brand Ambassador
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Rothstein Williams | UK Brand Ambassador
Mohammed Ismail | French Brand Ambassador
Clinton A. DeRozario | Business Manager
Alexandra Fanelli | Social Media Administrator
Dakota Ashton | Social Media Manager
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Tia Guntz | Social Media Manager
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Shin Takei | Automotive Editor-at-Large
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Sinuous Identity
Photographer: Federico Barbieri
Model: Annalisa Sambin
Stylist: Carolina Bergonzoni
Hair + Makeup: Rossano Fasano
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SC Johnson
SC Johnson is a family company dedicated to innovative, high-quality
products, excellence in the workplace and a long-term commitment to the
environment and the communities in which it operates. Based in the USA, the
company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of household cleaning
products and products for home storage, air care, pest control and shoe
care, as well as professional products. It markets such well-known brands as
Glade, Kiwi, Off!, Pledge, Raid, Scrubbing Bubbles, Shout, Windex and Ziploc
in the U.S. and beyond, with brands marketed outside the U.S. including
Autan, Tana, Bama, Baygon, Brise, Kabikiller, Klear, Mr Muscle and Ridsect.
The 129-year-old company, which generates $10 billion in sales, employs
approximately 13,000 people globally and sells products in virtually every
country around the world.
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SPOTLIGHT ON:
Cornbread
Born 1953 in North Philadelphia as Darryl McCray, Cornbread used his troubled
neighborhood and precocious personality as springboards to become the
youngest artist to stir a worldwide movement: graffiti. Cornbread’s unflinching
desire for recognition motivated him to utilize graffiti as expression. In contrast to
tagging’s prior use as marking specific territory, Cornbread wrote his name all
over Philadelphia to showcase that no one neighborhood is enough for an artist.
It began with writing on school walls to grab a girl’s attention and grew into
marking an elephant at the Philadelphia Zoo, and the Jackson 5 airplane to earn
national fame. From there, Cornbread’s influence spread everywhere, inspiring
artists from LA to Berlin.
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SPOTLIGHT ON:
The
Charming
Bird
by Jaquet Droz
The Charming Bird by Jaquet Droz is the winner in the
“Mechanical Exception” category at the 2015 GPHG,
which distinguishes watches that present a special
mechanism or other original or exceptional horological
concept. The jury recognized the beauty and the unique
features of this watchmaking feat that integrates a singing
bird automaton. Jaquet Droz dedicates this award to the
watchmakers, artisans, artists, technicians and friends of
Jaquet Droz who made this adventure possible.
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Ashford Castle
The recently restored Ashford Castle has unveiled a
new spa and gym, firmly securing its place as Ireland’s
most luxurious year-round destination hotel. The new spa
marks the completion of the two-year restoration and
enhancement program at the castle, which reopened in
April 2015.
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With its fairy-tale setting, range of relaxing treatments, stateof-the-art facilities and breathtaking views of Lough Corrib,
The Spa at Ashford Castle provides a sanctuary of calm and
serenity inspired by the location and history of this iconic
building, parts of which date back to the 13th century.
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A striking new bronze conservatory, designed by French
architect Philippe Bonino, houses an indoor resistance pool
with views across the serene Lough Corrib. Three seashell
chandeliers hang there, further enhancing the ambience
of the locality and links to the nearby Atlantic coast.
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A central design feature is the beautiful Tree of Life
mural by celebrated South African ceramic mosaic
artist Jane du Rand, which stretches across an entire
wall of the pool area.
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Decorated in muted greys, greens and creams,
The Spa also boasts an invigorating hammam,
steam room, manicure and pedicure area, a
relaxation suite and an outdoor terrace with views
over Ireland’s second largest lake.
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The Trip
Photographer: Federico Barbieri
Stylist: Stefania Vasciarelli
Hair + Makeup: Francesca Sattin
Model: Lisa Krampe @ ICEMODELS
Location: B&B Maison Parco del Brenta
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Shirt: Kaos
Belt: Accessories Women
Earrings + Sunglasses: Vintage
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Bracelet: H&M
Ring: Avenida 186
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Cap: Stradivarius
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Jeans: Kaos
Shoes: MOODSHOES
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Infiniti
QX50
Vaughn Lowery
Recently, we had the opportunity to engage in the Infiniti QX50
launch in San Diego.
We arrived at the San Diego airport and were immediately
swooped up by the car manufacturer representative in their
flagship product, QX80 Limited (large SUV), and were off to our
hotel. If you’re not familiar with the Kimpton Hotels chain, then you
should definitely become acquainted with their Palomar 5-star
hotel in the Gaslamp Quarter (hotelpalomar-sandiego.com).
The luxury boutique oasis is fully equipped with rooftop pool and
stunning skyline lofts: an ultimate urban retreat surrounded by
theatres, nightlife and other attractions.
After we unloaded and refreshed ourselves in our rooms, we
headed over to the Nissan Design America (one of the first design
studios on the West Coast) where we received a presentation
from the lead designer, Hirohisa Ono. He unveiled two of our new
favorite additions to their family: Q60 (the 2-door coupe is the
only Infiniti made in USA) and Q30 (small hatchback). The newly
presented lineup came with a new meaning to their tagline,
“powerful elegance” – both models exuded sensuality and pure
performance.
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As we gobbled a gourmet dinner with champagne glasses in tow, we were informed that Infiniti has
received 10.5% increase in sales in the U.S. and 14% globally, largely due to the phenomenal Q50 sedan.
Their QX50 is a small crossover entry-level vehicle. Back in 2007, this was originally revealed as the EX35
and then metamorphosed into the EX37. All models in this segment have stayed close to both the
drive heritage and legacy of the former G sedan series. Our vehicle was AWD (rear-wheel biased) and
exhibited refined lines and sleeker interior. The new appointments inside were classic with wood inserts,
mixed materials and textures (both soft and hard grades). The top-level trim tops out around $43,350
and is worth every dime – complete with Bose system, moonroof, Bluetooth audio music streaming from
your cell phone, Lane Keep Assist, Forward Collision Mitigation and integrated coat hanger in headrest.
With 325 horsepower and 267 lb-ft. of torque, it’s a blast to drive. We crept up several mountains,
effortlessly gripped winding roads and got a tad more action in Sport Mode. The comfortable, sporty
crossover owns the road with 4 inches more legroom, 3.2-inch longer wheelbase, modified grill with new
headlamps and back bumper with new tail-lights.
With all trims purchased (Premium, Technology and Deluxe Touring packages), this vehicle will make
quite an impression on a buyer in the market for performance, reliability and legroom.
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Talia
Rose
GMG Records recently announced its
newest talent, 17-year-old recording
artist Talia Rose (who has been
mentored by super producer Kamal
Gray of The Roots): Her debut single
“N.A.L.S. (Not Another Love Song)”
was released in mid-October. Within
its first week, the song shot to #4 on
the Beatport Top 100 new pop release
chart and #38 on the Beatport Top 100
new house music release chart. With
a meteoric rise, the song is gaining
20 add’s per week on Internet and
college radio stations. The CD release –
soon to follow – will boast soulful power
ballads “You Lost Me” and “Show
Me Love” as well as hard-rock tracks
“Another Face” and “Not Like U,” in
addition to an ode to her urban Philly
fans, “Stand Up.”
Rose was born in the suburbs of
Philadelphia and has been a
songwriter since the age of 9. She
has already worked with the likes of
Kwamé, Dinky Bingham, and CedSolo.
“It was such a pleasure to work on this
stunning debut from a true talent, a
hot track with far-reaching potential.
I’m looking forward to more from Talia
Rose,” said industry veteran Gino
Caporale of 418 Music.
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ESKA
ESKA (born Eska Mtungwazi) grew up in Lewisham. Music was always at home in the
songs her parents would sing. Her early loves were the soundtracks from Charlie and
the Chocolate Factory and Star Wars, Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas, and a cassette
recording of Duke Ellington’s memorial service off the TV. Songs of all stripes and
shades jumped and swirled around her childhood. She especially loved records with
lots of players on them, such as Quincy Jones’ Sounds...and Stuff Like That!!, with
Herbie Hancock on piano and Chaka Khan on vocals.
As she got older, ESKA threw herself into music – singing with the likes of Grace Jones,
The Cinematic Orchestra and Tony Allen.
Finished in later sessions with ​producer Louis “Slipperz” Hackett and all-round
renaissance man Dave Okumu (The Invisible, Jessie Ware), her self-titled debut
album ESKA presents an extraordinary sound-world, alive with inventive, beguiling
instrumentation – along with her bold, dauntless lyrics. The album is a record full of
wonder in itself. It is a record to pore over for hours, days, weeks, even a lifetime. It is
a place where you can lose yourself in the details, and ESKA’s rich, warm ambition. It
is a record made by an ordinary woman with an extraordinary talent, spreading her
wings.
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Alex Honnold
30-year-old climbing phenomenon Alex Honnold exploded onto the climbing scene in
2008 after a free solo (a solo ascent without the aid of ropes, harness or safety gear of any
kind) of Moonlight Buttress in Zion National Park, Utah. Since that time, he’s been the first to
solo-climb established routes and broken numerous records for speed. Known beyond the
climbing world – thanks in part to sponsorships and heart-stopping films of his climbs – he is
now considered one of the most famous adventurers in the world.
Alone on the Wall is a testament to the spectacular accomplishments that come with
tremendous drive and self-control. Typically humble and understated, Honnold recounts
in his own words the seven most astonishing achievements thus far in his meteoric career,
including a free solo ascent of El Sendero Luminoso in Mexico, climbing the Fitz Traverse in
Patagonia, and the only known solo climb of Yosemite’s Triple Crown.
Meticulously following in the footsteps of the great climbers before him, Honnold practices
a climb sometimes as many as a half-dozen times before attempting a free solo climb,
and his extreme determination and sheer physical strength are astonishing. Honnold has
much to teach about focus, managing fear, and the rewards of a life lived on its own terms
(“As I’ve told countless folks who ask, if I have a certain gift, it’s the ability to keep myself
together in places that allow no room for error”).
His non-profit organization, the Honnold Foundation, seeks to help improve lives by funding
simple and sustainable community projects.
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Anna Chromý
For an artist with 60 sculptures in public places across Europe, it is astonishing that few people in the
English-speaking world have heard of Anna Chromý.
In 2012, the chairman of the British Olympic Committee, Lord Moynihan, invited Chromý to design the
sculpture for the athletes’ Olympic Village.
Now, the Chinese have fallen in love with her work and are honoring her with the first solo artist
exhibition at the hugely prestigious National Museum of China, which fronts onto Tiananmen Square.
This phenomenal compliment to a Western artist follows on from a 2005 visit where Chromý was invited
as Guest of Honor at the Art Fair in Guangzhou. Her sculpture, Violin Player was displayed on all official
announcements, posters and programs.
Chromý is the quintessential European: a Czech who grew up in Austria and is now based in Monte
Carlo. She is perhaps best known for a monumental 50-ton work in blinding white Carrara marble, the
Cloak of Conscience. The marble comes from the same quarry that produced the five-ton block, from
which Michelangelo produced his famous statue of David.
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The Camby
Hotel
The Camby Hotel will open in December 2015 as a new independent
lifestyle hotel in Phoenix, owned by Host Hotels & Resorts, the
nation’s largest lodging real estate investment trust. Destination
Hotels and Host Hotels & Resorts will open The Camby Hotel as part
of Marriott International’s Autograph Collection. The 277-room
property is located in the heart of the city’s humming business and
entertainment district. The Camby Hotel will offer a restaurant and
two bars, a boutique spa, a contemporary fitness center and over
20,000 square feet of meeting space along with convenient access
to the city’s finest dining, shopping, and cultural attractions.
“We’re proud to announce the opening of The Camby Hotel and
look forward to welcoming out-of-town visitors and locals to our
luxury lifestyle hotel,” says Greg Miller, chief inspiration officer of
The Camby Hotel. “In addition to stunning design details found
throughout the hotel, we’ve thoughtfully amplified the dining, fitness,
and wellness offerings for travelers and Phoenicians to enjoy.”
The hotel name, inspired by its location near the city’s iconic
Camelback Mountain, will play into the creative elements of
Arizona’s first and only Autograph Collection Hotel, calling to mind
the playful yet professional qualities that define The Camby Hotel.
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Bentley
Born from the grand art of British car making and the great Swiss watchmaking tradition, this richly
endowed family of exclusive chronographs houses exceptional “engines” within steel, gold, or
titanium bodywork. Elegantly designed with extreme concern for detail, each meticulously crafted
timepiece embodies the same passion for performance and elegance shared by the famed British
automobile manufacturer and the Swiss chronograph specialist.
Breitling for Bentley GT3
A tribute to the Continental GT3 and Bentley’s motorsport victories, the new Bentley GT3
chronograph fiercely flaunts its sporting nature. In this 500-piece limited series, the black titanium
case offers a blend of sturdiness and lightness, while the carbon fiber dial exudes an ultra-sporty
look inspired by racing cars. The black rubber strap bears the inscription “Continental GT3” – the
embodiment of the will to conquer driven by the Bentley spirit.
Breitling for Bentley B06 S
A special series of the Bentley B06, its more compact diameter accentuates the sleek lines of the
case, teamed with a black rubber strap exclusively created for this chronograph and featuring a
sporty look as well as the Bentley signature. The Bentley B06 S is available in steel or red gold and
comes with a choice of a bracelet or a strap in leather, crocodile leather or rubber.
Breitling for Bentley GMT Light Body B04 S
A special series of the Bentley GMT Light Body B04, this compact chronograph features taut, sporty
titanium bodywork housing a Manufacture Breitling movement driving an incomparably userfriendly second time zone function. An exclusive “engine” is officially chronometer-certified by the
COSC and rewarded by two patents. The dial – bearing a stamped circular raised motif – displays
excellent readability, enhanced by oversized luminescent hands, hour-markers and red-rimmed
counters reminiscent of automobile dashboards.
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Anheuser-Busch recently announced a multi-year renewal and
global expansion of Bud Light’s official beer sponsorship of the
National Football League (NFL). The new agreement signals
an evolution in how the leading sports marketer will build
connections with partners and fans in the 21st century.
Introduced in 1982, Bud Light is a premium light lager with a
superior drinkability that has made it the best-selling and most
popular beer in the United States. Bud Light is brewed, using a
blend of premium aroma hop varieties, both American-grown
and imported, and a combination of barley malts and rice.
The light-bodied beer features a fresh, clean and subtle hop
aroma, delicate malt sweetness and a crisp finish, delivering
the ultimate refreshment.
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Enchanté
Boutique
Hotel
Photos (shot on Samsung Note 4 Edge) + Article: Vaughn Lowery
Once there was a 6,000-square-foot vacant lot for over 17 years at 1 Main
Street in Los Altos, California, stands the illustrious newly opened (April 1,
2015) Enchanté Boutique Hotel. Real estate mogul, visionary and longtime
loyal resident of Silicon Valley area, Abby Ahrens (owner of The Abigail
Company) is the mastermind behind this exotic Parisian-inspired Old-World
property (many of the furnishings are from her personal collection). This
marks her first hotel (12,000-square-foot and three-story) venture, which
costs approximately $7,000,000 to build.
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The hotel has a total of 19 individually romantically designed and decorated rooms (complete
with plush monogrammed robes and spacious showers) with each adorned with rustic yet modern
pieces and re-polished antiques. Other amenities include pet-friendly rooms (which come with
canine motifs and custom-made dog beds, depending on size and breed), and a library. A
charming bistro sprinkled with limestone, 200-year-old timbers and a cozy fireplace sits on the
ground level with street dining access – a Parisian-style plaza lit by gas lamps. Several gourmet bites
(cheese platters, flat breads, etc.) which pay homage to France are offered alongside craft beers
and extremely potent red wines. Denver/sautéed vegetable omelettes, French toast and bagels
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The overall staff is both warm and inviting with a European style of service. Their intimate
understanding of the hotel’s community and level of expected service is refreshing: They are
constantly at your beck and call (like a concierge) for whatever you may need yet pleasant
enough to engage in lengthy conversations, creating deeply rooted relationships between
themselves and guests.
In years to come, it’s quite apparent that Enchanté Boutique Hotel will become the hub of Los
Altos’ downtown area as it’s the only hotel in its surrounding area and is in walking distance from
other attractions, bars and restaurants. In addition, this newly created whimsical landmark is only
four miles from Google’s HQ.
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SPOTLIGHT ON:
Futuristic
Growing up around music from his father and two older brothers, it was
inevitable that Futuristic would be a natural. He wrote his first raps at the age of
six and hasn’t looked back since. Born in Illinois but moved to Arizona while he
was in high school, Futuristic’s flow seems to be just as hot as his surroundings.
His album The Rise (including the lead single “The Greatest”) released in May
debuted at #2 on iTunes and #9 on Billboard’s hip-hop charts. He has been
touring virtually non-stop over the last 2 years, headlining his own tours and
supporting other acts such as SoMo and Machine Gun Kelly. His fast witty lyrics
mixed with substance and relatable subject matter has gained him a die-hard
fan base called “WTF (We’re The Future) Gang.” Futuristic takes pride in his
creativity and versatility, using his words to inspire his fans and let them know
that anything is truly possible.
Futuristic recently was featured on A Great Big World’s single “Hold Each
Other.” He is currently working on a collaboration album Coast 2 Coast with
Devvon Terrell (due out December 25). Following the album, he will be on the
road with Mike Stud.
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Mazda Motor Corporation recently announced that it will premiere the allnew Mazda CX-9 three-row midsize crossover SUV at the 2015 Los Angeles
Auto Show, which runs from November 20 to 29.
Fully incorporating the latest SKYACTIV technologies and KODO – “Soul
of Motion” design, the all-new CX-9 is a high-end model of Mazda’s newgeneration lineup. The all-new CX-9 builds on the feeling of life imbued by
KODO and moves toward a more premium design execution that befits a
three-row midsize crossover SUV.
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Wrangler Red
Rock Concept
Jeep has teamed up with Mopar to create the
Wrangler Red Rock Concept vehicle.
Based on a Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon Hard
Rock, the Wrangler Red Rock Concept includes
next-generation Dana 44 solid front and rear
axles, a Rock-Trac transfer case with a 4.10 axle
ratio, a power dome vented hood, new premium
off-road rock rails, and front and rear red tow
hooks. Wrangler Red Rock Concept-specific
features include a commemorative Red Rock
badge and Red Rock hood decal, low gloss
Jeep badge, low gloss Granite Crystal off-road
bumpers, and a body-color grille with low-gloss
black grille throats and headlamp accents. Since
it’s based off of the Wrangler Rubicon Hard Rock,
the Red Rock Concept is equipped with Tru-Lok
electronic locking differentials, the Rock-Trac
transfer case and a 4:1 low-range ratio. A 73.1:1
crawl ratio with the manual transmission enables
the Red Rock Concept to scale obstacles others
just dream about.
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Inside, Amaretto Brown Katzkin leather seats
with silver accented stitching and a “Red Rock”
embroidered seat back logo set the Red Rock
Concept apart from the rest of the Wrangler
lineup.
The Wrangler Red Rock Concept’s robust look
and off-road capabilities are enhanced with help
from a 2-inch lift kit, 17-inch beadlock wheels – in
low gloss black; the beadlock rings are low gloss
Granite Crystal – wrapped in rugged 35-inch
BFGoodrich K02 all-terrain tires, LED headlamps
and fog lights, and a Jeep-branded CB radio.
The Wrangler Red Rock Concept includes an
aftermarket Warn Rubicon winch, front and rear
differential covers, and a reinforced swing gate
and wheel mount. Since 2002, Jeep and Mopar have collaborated
on more than 50 unique concept vehicles.
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Rolls-Royce
Ghost
Photos (shot on Samsung Note 4 Edge) + Article: Vaughn Lowery
Rolls-Royce has redefined their brand with a powerful piece of performance art – the “Ghost.”
Many describe this brand as pure perfection and status. Since its conception (March 15, 1906),
RR has always stood for elegance. Nowadays, it’s a British car with German influence. And, with
a 6.6-liter V12 with dual turbo (48 valves) and direct fuel injection, producing 563 horsepower and
575 pound-feet of torque, this has to be the first time in the history of the brand which “driver’s
appeal” has taken the front seat. At approximately 5,700 lbs, this car can go 0-60 mph in just about
4.7 seconds. The overall design of car is exquisite, yet the bodacious front chrome grill with LED
headlamps gives the vehicle a ferocious look. Back of car was decked out with LED tail-lights and
dual exhaust with chrome tips.
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We decided to take a quick 1.5-day trip to Silicon Valley from Los Angeles. It was only befitting to take
our “Ghost” to the newly opened Parisian hotel in Los Altos, Enchanté Boutique Hotel: 19 rooms with
various decor themes reminded us of a haunted castle. During our entire time beneath the windshield,
we received tons of double takes, and of course, numerous supercars tried to race us – they knew what
was under the hood. Since no two RR’s are alike, they didn’t know what we had inside of our bespoke
vehicle: tremendous attention to detail – handcrafted materials, double-stitched leather, high quality
silverware, veneered wood scattered throughout, double glazed windows (offered a very quiet cabin)
with 2-inch thick lambswool floor mats in front and back (a must-try: driving with no shoes on). Each seat
and passenger can independently control IDrive with trace screens on knob (once you put down the
back armrest). Also, the technology/multimedia package goes a step further with DVD screens and
retractable tables for laptops in back of front seats. It was like riding first class, with electric leg extensions
as well as memory and recline settings at your disposal, alongside seat warmers and massages for
all seats. Moreover, you can close the back suicide door with just a push of a button located near
back pillars. Two-tone headliner, chrome trim and panoramic sunroof added flare. The entire cabin
was flooded with a 600-watt 10-channel amplifier with 16 speakers and subwoofers, making Bluetooth
streaming audio mimic a live concert series. Other admirable features include: night vision system via
front dash 10.2-inch screen (great for dimly/moon-lit roads at night), on-board handbook, air suspension
button (to lower and raise the vehicle), power reserve percentage odometer (which keeps the car in
higher gear during straightaways for responsive performance) and dynamic cruise control with speed
regulation (via fuel control or breaking feature).
For the first time ever in the life of RR, many backseat riders would want to ditch their driver for an
explosive, curve-hugging drive behind the wheel. The sticker price of the vehicle we test-drove was
$382,825.00, and with immense luxury, performance and technology at your fingertips, it’s well worth it.
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LULU
SCOUT
BIRTH OF A CHILD STAR
Pop phenomenon Lulu Scout’s triumphant
debut Uncovered penetrates with a huge
arsenal of distinctive covers from worldrenowned musicians like Radiohead, Sia, Billy
Joel, Keane, and Hozier. Captaining
confidence, the 11-year-old songstress also
includes a few original smash singles of her
own. A collision of rock, pop, and electronica
— thoroughly immersed in melody — comes
with the emotional punch of Kate Bush at
her peak: Cinematic breakdowns, stunning
soul and style are all encompassed into one
package where Scout’s idiosyncratic art-pop
pushes the boundaries of majestic and swirling
sound. One of the year’s great heartbeat
records, it’s a salute to youth, both innocent
and infinite, not since Amy Winehouse has
retro-soul sounded so sincere.
Teaming up with 12-year-old DJ Aiden
Jude, Scout breaks barriers with a slick
and swinging remix of her original track
“Hurricane.” Infused with frosted peaks and
mesmerizing sparks, it’s a rallying cry that
hypnotizes the listeners: a place where her
prominent vocals float above a dizzying
supernova of treble-soaked synth-smashes.
Proceeds from the purchase of the single
would be donated to raise awareness for the
needs of refugee children who have been
displaced by conflict, religious persecution,
and/or political oppression.
Earlier this year, Scout won big at Access
Broadway’s 2015 Cup Series, becoming
the National Champion and garnering the
Broadway Star Award for “Best Vocalist.”
She has also stormed the stages of Harlem’s
legendary Apollo Theater and Asbury Park’s
iconic Stone Pony, appeared as Young Fiona
in Shrek The Musical, and soared high with
her stirring rendition of the national anthem
at national stadiums. What’s next for this
breakout new artist? Safe money is on the
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame by 2021. Lulu
Scout’s Uncovered is now available for
purchase on iTunes. luluscout.com
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Rome’s iconic Hotel Hassler Roma – located atop the
Spanish Steps, and owned and managed by Roberto
E. Wirth – offers the ideal atmosphere to rejuvenate
after a long day of touring in the Eternal City, with
its world-renowned Amorvero Spa, which has just
introduced various new treatments.
Located on the third floor of the Hassler and open
exclusively to hotel guests, Amorvero Spa is a relaxing
escape, offering a wide range of unique treatments
and featuring a steam bath, sauna and fitness room
along with unparalleled views of the city below.
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For more than a century, Hotel Hassler Roma
continues its legacy as Rome’s five-star lodging
of choice for the world’s elite and discerning
travelers. Each of the 96 rooms (14 of which are
suites) is individually designed with an elegant
combination of classic and contemporary
touches. Highlights include the Michelin-starred
panoramic restaurant, Imàgo, the Salone Eva
and Palm Court restaurants and the Hassler
Bar, as well as the neighboring, Hassler-owned Il
Palazzetto: a hotel, wine bar and special event
space and also home to the International Wine
Academy of Roma with its extensive calendar
of wine tastings and courses.
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Graceffa
Eiko Watanabe
Photographer: Catherine Asanov
Stylist: Marc Littlejohn
Stylist Assistant: Gabrielle Jordan
Men’s Grooming: Cynthia Delgado
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Catering: Special thanks to Juicy Factory
Special thanks to Apex Photo Studios
Having garnered over 605 million total views and 5.2
million subscribers, 24-year-old YouTube phenomenon
Joey Graceffa is unstoppable: He’s now working on
the second season of his web series Storytellers, and a
murder-mystery series with YouTube Originals (both will be
released next year). “I got my first camcorder when I was
8 and making home videos with my friends and cousins,
and then, when I was 15, I got my first digital camera,
with which I could now upload videos to a computer
to start editing so that’s when I started YouTube,” says
Graceffa.
Graceffa was born and raised in Marlborough,
Massachusetts, and moved to Los Angeles at age 19 – on
his own. “I only had a few thousand dollars in my bank
account so I was living paycheck to paycheck, just trying
to make it. And then, my YouTube started growing, and
I felt more comfortable each month,” Graceffa looks
back. “It was definitely hard leaving everything I knew
behind, but at this point, I was kind of over my home life
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This year, Graceffa released a music video for
“Don’t Wait” – in which he kisses another man
at the end – on his birthday (May 16), and
two days later, he uploaded a video titled
YES I’M GAY. And then, the very next day,
his autobiography In Real Life: My Journey
to a Pixelated World came out. “The biggest
question on my YouTube channel had always
been whether I was gay or not. And, it took
me a lot of years to feel OK with who I was.
And, a few months before I decided to write
the book, I felt more confident with who I
was, and I wanted to share my story and I
used my book as a vessel to get my story out
there, so I began the book process about my
whole life, and coming out was just a part of
that,” Graceffa elaborates. “And then, a few
months before [the book’s release], I decided
that I wanted to do a music video too. It was
all just one big coming-out experience. ”
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In the book, he candidly talks about everything from his
mother’s alcoholism and his brother’s autism to his own journey
to self-acceptance. “It was very toxic and hard for me to even
talk about, so none of my friends knew, and a lot of my family
didn’t even know what I was feeling or going through. And,
it wasn’t until I moved out and had met a friend (Meghan
Camarena) who went through a similar experience and
ultimately talked about it online that inspired me to share my
story so I posted a video called ALCOHOLISM!, where I talked
about my mom’s issues and how that affected me for the first
time ever publicly,” describes Graceffa. “It was almost like a
video diary where I got to talk about what I had been holding
in for so long, and when I saw the reaction of how it helped
people who were going through similar things, and they could
relate to what I went through, it really made me happy that I
was able to share my story, and inspired me to continue with
that.”
While his sister and father are very supportive of him and they
all talk every day, his relationship with his mother is, according
to Graceffa, still a work in progress. “She still struggles a lot with
alcoholism, and she is constantly in another rehab and our
relationship is always up and down,” he reveals.
When asked how his brother Jett has been doing, Graceffa
openly answers, “He’s doing good. Each year, he develops
a lot more of communication skills and gets much better.” (In
the book, regarding Jett, he writes: “It’s tough to know that
I’ll never be able to have a real conversation with him. I want
to be able to teach him things about life that I have learned,
and pass along all of my big brother wisdom. I can still do that
to a degree, but his life is going to be very different from mine
and my sister’s, and the fact is that I know he will probably
end up being the one to teach me lessons about getting
past adversity.”) “I’ve learned a lot about patience and not
having a fear of people who are different, and reaching out
and being more open to people who have mental issues,
and being friendly and treating them more like a human than
someone to be afraid of,” adds Graceffa. “I grew up in a lot
of special education classes so I was constantly surrounded by
those people who have mental issues and other disorders like
autism, Down syndrome and ADHD so it was something I was
used to, but also when I had my brother, it became a lot more
real in my life. And, it made me appreciate the things that I
have, as well – just being able to have those communication
skills that I know he doesn’t have. That just makes me
appreciate life a lot more.”
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With so many painstaking achievements
in a short period of time, his journey
still continues. “I really just want to still
be happy and doing what I love to
do. I’m hoping that I will get to create
movies and star in them – I wanna be an
actor who makes his own movies,” he
energetically shares. “And, I just want to
be surrounded with a lot of really cool
people and be inspired every day, and
be happy!”
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SPOTLIGHT ON:
Louise
Bourgeois
Louise Bourgeois’ ties to surrealism and existentialism would be explored
through 17 works on paper and 4 sculptures at the National Gallery of Art
(on view in the West Building from November 15, 2015 through May 15,
2016). While surrealism informed Bourgeois’ early endeavors, she bristled
when critics labeled her a surrealist, preferring instead to identify herself
as an existentialist. She often quoted existentialist philosopher JeanPaul Sartre and even named one of her sculptures after Sartre’s play
No Exit, an act of homage from which this exhibition takes its title. Works
presented include a rare copy of He Disappeared into Complete Silence
(1947), early totem-like sculptures, and M is for Mother (1998), a drawing
of an imposing letter M that conveys not only maternal comfort but also
maternal control. nga.gov/content/ngaweb/exhibitions/2015/louise-bourgeois-no-exit.html
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JW
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Las Vegas
Resort & Spa
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With many of its attractions in Las Vegas, another
pleasant powerhouse is the newly renovated JW
Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa in Summerlin, Nevada
(located 14 miles northwest of the Strip). It arose on
July 15, 1999 as one of the most sought-after, high-end
off-strip resorts, erupting for approximately 270 million
dollars. Its lush grounds sit on 50 acres with TPC (The
Players Championship) professional golf course in close
proximity, on-site casino (Rampart), 10 restaurants/
bars, 548 guest rooms, 79 suites and 100,000-square-foot
event space (great for weddings, receptions, banquets
and trade shows).
Driving past the Strip was bittersweet, and some of us
became a bit teary-eyed as none of us were remotely
familiar with this resort. And, after all, it was a busy
Saturday night with so many high-profile nightclubs, only
a brief 15-minute taxi ride away. Upon ascending onto
front entrance driveway of the Spa Tower, we were
instantaneously greeted by jubilant staff and valet. The
sun had just set as we entered our 2,950-square-foot,
2-bedroom and 2.5-bathroom suite. Beyond the foyer
were floor-to-ceiling windows with two sets of integrated
double glass doors, which opened to a wrap-around
patio (fairly large outdoor table and chairs with 2
adjacent lounge chairs). Our 5th floor corner unit
possessed a massive balcony, overlooking tranquil
water creatures, towering palm trees, and the sister
tower – the Palms Tower. Our suite had a fully furnished
great room (couch, chaise, modern dining table, wet
bar, and small eat-in breakfast area with additional
seating). In celebratory fashion, we unraveled our citrusflavored Ciroc coupled with soda water, and began
enjoying our deep jet tubs and modern glass door
showers with sitting areas. Both rooms had separate
entrances with French doors unveiling mounds of
outside green space along with a fresh breeze. The
master suite had a massive walk-in closet and a toilet
with a bidet (a tingle of European class and culture).
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Moments later, we gathered at the Carmel Room for an assortment of handcrafted cocktails, wine,
appetizers, filet mignon, lobster tails and to-die-for chocolate soufflé in our private dining area. The
highlight of our dining experience was when Terry Janjua (room manager) and Cindy Ellis (sous chef)
greeted us with open arms. After engulfing in a world-class dining experience, we headed back up to
our suite to regroup and then off to the Strip for a brief bar session at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
and a quick couple of rounds of blackjack at Aria Resort and Casino, which led to an overnight,
makeshift tournament at our on-site casino. Spa Aquae woke us up with a “nudge call” from their front desk. We rushed downstairs for one of
the most exhilarating spa days we’ve ever had an opportunity to indulge in – Shirodhara Ritual – an
80-minute ancient Ayurvedic treatment. After selecting aromatherapy oil, we began our breathing
regiment to calm our senses. Shortly after, the technician began to cascade sesame oil on our third eye
(or forehead) for about 15 minutes. It concluded with a full body massage (literally from head to toe). With only 60 minutes till our brunch rendezvous at the Ceres restaurant, we took full advantage of the
facility’s cold plunge pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room and full-size fitness center with state-of-the-art
equipment.
Moreover, we marched onto Ceres, only to be enthralled by a room filled with live jazz tunes and a
full-service gourmet buffet. Some of us built our own omelette while others ordered smoked salmon off
the menu with cream cheese and a bagel. The entire arrangement had us enamored – floor-to-ceiling
windows showcased a pool, garden and waterfall. We swallowed coffee and began to retreat to our
rooms for a day of much needed relaxation.
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With an immaculate and luxurious
campus as well as loads of amenities like
day spa and 24-hour casino, this property
has regained its title as a “must-stay”
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Sanaa Lathan
Dress: Pedram Couture
Earrings: Cristina Sabatini
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Eiko Watanabe
Photographer: Elton Anderson
Stylist: Apuje Kalu
Hair: Candice (Cece_son) Hudson
Makeup: Saisha Beecham
Model: Justin Shaw
Catering: Special thanks to Party and Sushi
Special thanks to Golden Box
“It definitely was outside of my comfort zone. It was really a wonderful, kind
of, dream role, in terms of the fact that I got to play so many colors,” Tonynominated actress Sanaa Lathan, 44, says of her role as Leah Vaughn in the
latest movie The Perfect Guy. (“Sorry, I’m just finishing my breakfast,” she
quickly adds with a laugh as she talks with her mouth full.)
In the movie, Leah meets “the perfect guy” Carter (starred by Michael Ealy),
and their relationship goes really great – until everything starts going really
wrong. “She had the whole romantic aspect as well as the fear aspect
that are trying to come into her own and taking control of her destiny,”
says Lathan.
“I’ve had relationships – whether it would be maybe friendships, work
relationships or dating relationships – where I’d had a certain idea about
somebody and then they turned out to be something completely different
from what I thought,” Lathan says of her personal experiences. “I certainly
have not had anything close to what Leah has experienced with Carter. But,
what I can take away from that is, it just takes a long time to get to know
somebody, you know. And, sometimes, people jump into things. Certainly,
my character did.”
Here’s how Lathan defines “the perfect guy”: “I don’t think anybody is
perfect. But, for me, it’s somebody who has integrity, somebody who is easy
to laugh, to have fun, somebody who’s passionate about something in this
world, whatever that would be, their job or family, and somebody who is a
good communicator.”
While we will get to see her in various films next year (including Now You See
Me: The Second Act), Lathan is also going to star in and executive produce
the movie adaption of the Flyy Girl book trilogy (“We are in an active
development stage so we’re working on adapting the book into a script.
[The release] will all depend on when the script is done and then when we’re
gonna do the production”).
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Shoes: Magnanni
This one might be another role that
is outside of her comfort zone as her
character Tracy Ellison is a successful
business woman, believing that money
is always a huge factor that leads you to
absolute happiness – and Lathan doesn’t
share the same mindset. “For me, it’s about
quality of life, it’s about people around
you, it’s about the work you are putting out
there, it’s about your family and friends.
Money can make things easier, but it
doesn’t necessarily equate happiness,”
Lathan strongly asserts.
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In addition to the Flyy Girl
project, Lathan is moving to
the behind-the-scenes aspect
of the film industry. “I’ve been
in the business for like, 20 years,
and I grew up in the business
as well because both of my
parents were in the business, so
I’ve always contributed to the
development of projects and
been kind of vocal in most of
the movies that I’ve been in,”
Lathan passionately elaborates.
“This is really a natural next
step that I’m developing and
envisioning projects that I
wanna see out there. It’s just
an extension of what I’ve been
doing already.”
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Lathan grew up traveling between
New York and Los Angeles, and went
to college to major in English and
then went to grad school for acting,
trying to find her talent and polish her
craft. “I would say [to my younger
self], ‘Keep working hard and keep
trusting yourself because your gut
is always right,’” Lathan confidently
says. “‘Performance’ is really just
about the expression of my art and
my vision. It’s just about the vehicle
that brings the inner story out.”
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Other than cementing herself as one
of the Hollywood’s most prominent
forces, she’s also been a devoted
philanthropist, who recently started
the Sanaa Lathan Foundation.
“We’re starting out with getting
scholarships to foster girls. I was
inspired by and have been a big
supporter of the HerShe Group, and
they are a great organization that
helps foster girls and stops the cycle
of what’s got them into the foster
care – everything from how
to apply for a job, how to have
high self-esteem, workshops to
their necessities of life, you know,
all that kind of stuff, so I’ve got to
do my own version of that,”
explains Lathan.
On another note, Lathan loves cooking,
as well. The possible premiere of her own
cooking show? Unlikely. “I don’t know if I
necessarily wanna be talking and cooking
– it’s like juggling and talking at the same
time,” she says, laughing. “And I know
that’s not an easy task but I love watching
them and I do love cooking. I just made
great breakfast.”
Well, “the Sanaa Lathan cooking show”
might not be happening, but it’s pretty
obvious that her future endeavors are
going to be breathtaking and fulfilling: “I
don’t do like a 5-year, 10-year goal – I just
wanna continue to live in the moment as
well as work on my projects and do good
work, put it out there, and love my family
and friends, and continue to laugh.”
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