Diving into the Web3 World: My First TOKEN2049 Experience

Hi Huneybees,

Yup, that's me and hubby in the Web3 world.

So, let’s chat about NFTs, Web3, and cryptocurrency! My hubby has been diving into this world, and honestly, all I can wrap my head around is that it involves virtual art and virtual money that we can't physically touch. It feels so foreign to me! Last year, I tagged along to the BoredApe Fest in Hong Kong, but I mostly treated it as a vacation instead of really soaking up the events. So, this time around, I asked my hubby to take me to some events at TOKEN2049 so I could finally peek behind the curtain of this "mysterious" world.

Our first stop was the Pudgy Penguins event, where they unveiled a new trading card game set to go online soon. I learned how to play, snagged an exclusive deck card (which I got autographed by the artist—how cool is that?), and snapped some fun pics. But I still found myself wondering, “Where does the Web3 feature come in?”

Next up was The Doodles event, which my hubby is really into and the one I actually recognized! I've admired Scott Martin's artwork since his illustration days, so when hubby mentioned he was getting his NFT, I was all in for it. They showcased Dullsville and the Doodlesverse - a fantastic animation directed by @burnttoast (aka Scott Martin), produced by Doodles’ creative studio, Golden Wolf, with a soundtrack by Pharrell Williams. It clicked for me: Web3 is about helping creators earn more moolah, connect with fans, and unleash their art!

Then came the highlight of the night—a party at Marquee organized by EVG, Berachain, and OKX Wallet. I mean, these are some big names, right? They even had three DJs, including DJ SODA! The line was ridiculously long, and once we got in, the place was packed with energy. The music was pumping, and while I was soaking it all in, I realized that Web3 really opens up networking opportunities—though good luck hearing anything over that bass!

The whole experience was a whirlwind of fun, but by the end of the first night, I was left with even more questions about the Web3 universe. I think I even dozed off while chatting about it with hubby! We ended up hitting more events through the week , hosted by Bored Ape Yacht Club, Sui Wallet, Solana, Claynosaurz, and more. It was party hopping, event after event, I even got to see Steve Aoki perform live—what a treat!

Meeting new people was great, but I often found myself hanging back, trying to wrap my head around everything. From what I gather, it seems like a lot of projects are on the lookout for investors, and buying NFTs and trading cryptocurrency is a lot like stock trading—more involvement means better returns, right? (Someone please correct me if I’m off track!).

I think diving into the NFT scene isn’t in my immediate future, as there’s still so much to learn. For now, I’m happy to be my hubby's “advisor” and share my artist perspective when he’s considering new NFTs to invest in!

That's all for now... Catch you all later!

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Relive The Performance of Both Maroon 5 & Bon Jovi During The Singapore F1 GrandPrix 2015

Hi Huneybees,

The Singapore Airlines Formula One Singapore Grand Prix 2015 may have already ended more than week ago but that does not stop me from sharing with you the two after-race performances that some of my Huneybees might have missed out - Maroon 5 (Saturday) & Bon Jovi (Sunday).
Unfortunately there will not be any review on Pharrell Williams performance as my flight returning to Singapore arrived late that same evening he was scheduled to perform and hence have to forgo the ticket that I already paid for that day.

Maroon 5 performance was a total sell out based on to the size of the crowd that stayed behind after the Formula one qualifying race to watch the American pop band, in particularly Adam Levine, rock the Padang.

The crowd was granted a good live performance from Maroon 5 with mix of both new and old hits such as Payphone, Moves like Jagger, Daylight, etc. plus Adam Levine went topless to show off  his well toned but heavily tattooed upper body, towards the end of the show, received screams louder than the race itself!

Unfortunately the 1 hour performance was too short in view of the high price people paid for the Day 2 ticket, many specially to catch the band perform here. Also, the security decision to close all but 1 entrance to the concert ground - in the name of crowd control - forced many late comers to fight their way into the concert ground from the rear end of Padang, which in my opinion was an invitation for stampede.

After 20 years, Bon Jovi returned to entertain Singapore on the actual race day, but this time the New Jersey rock band performance was a pale shadow of its former self in terms of both energy and appeal.
With the departure of Richie Sambora so was half the charisma of the band live on stage, where his solo guitar play of the band's famous hits such as Wanted dead or alive and It's my life was sorely missed.

Credit to the lead singer, Jon Bon Jovi, who worked tirelessly throughout the concert to fill that void by constantly interacting with the crowd, but unfortunately due to the humid yet hazy weather coupled with his less than ideal physics didn't worked very well for him as he was caught stealing quick breaks between songs.

Jon Bon Jovi was caught wiping his sweat during his band live performance in the humid and hazy evening of Singapore

The lukewarm reception from the crowd during the introduction of several unfamiliar songs from the band's thirteenth studio album - Burning Bridges - summed up the band's performance for that evening.

In summary, while drama has been unfolding on the Formula One Marina Circuit race year on year, that could not be said the same on the choice of the performers for the post-race concerts.
Let's hope the race and event promoter Singapore GP Pte Ltd will do a better job next year!
Miley Cyrus! Fall Out Boys! Eminem! Usher! Kanye West!

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AXN Redefines Action With All New Branding

Hi Huneybees,

Being in the creative line, my eyes are constantly on the lookout for new and interesting concepts. Design is such a funny thing, it can be minimal 2D with just a stroke and few colours, but is also can be multi faceted - 3D, 4D, wondering when if 5D happening...

But before that happens, AXN is up for a change. A brand new look, with a new line up of programs to keep you stuck on that couch. The new AXN logo embodies Mystery, Intrigue and Intensity with their newly created typeface accompanied by the 3 dimensional red pyramid.

Evoking energy, action, passion and danger, the network will be launching their new "Redefining Action" campaign, pushing out a stellar line up of new and returning series to get their fans excited for the Fall TV season.

One to look out for is the highly anticipated drama - Quantico, that stars Bollywood icon Priyanka Chopra. It premieres on 28 September 2015, within 12 hours of the US telecast!

Quantico

Premieres on September 28th 2015, within 12 hours of the US telecast

Airs every Monday at 9.45pm

First and exclusively on AXN (StarHub TV channel 511)

A diverse group of recruits has arrived at the FBI Quantico Base for training. They are the best, the brightest and the most vetted, so it seems impossible that one of them is suspected of masterminding the biggest attack on New York City since 9/11.

Quantico stars Priyanka Chopra as Alex, Jake McLaughlin as Ryan, Aunjanue Ellis as Miranda, Yasmine Al Massri as Nimah, Johanna Braddy as Shelby, Tate Ellington as Simon and Graham Rogers as Caleb.

Written by Josh Safran. Executive producers are Josh Safran, Mark Gordon and Nick Pepper. “Quantico” is produced by ABC Studios.

For those who like a little more medical emergencies with intense action drama, Code Black is not to be missed. There's no time for sexiness, except that you will be immersed in ER chaos alongside the medical team, going through a surge of emotions up and down.

Code Black

Premieres on October 1st 2015

Airs every Thursday at 8.50pm

First & Exclusively on SONY Channel (StarHub TV ch 510)

Code Black is a heart-pounding medical drama that takes place in the busiest, most notorious ER in the nation, where the staggering influx of patients can outweigh the limited resources available to the extraordinary doctors and nurses whose job is to treat them all – creating a condition known as Code Black. At the heart of the ER’s controlled chaos is Residency Director Dr. Leanne Rorish, renowned for successfully performing high-risk procedures in Center Stage, the trauma area reserved for the most critical cases. Her four new first-year residents are Christa Lorenson, Malaya Pineda, Mario Savetti and Angus Leighton. Leanne’s confidante, Jesse Sallander, is an amiable seen-it-all senior nurse who manages the residents. Also working in the ER is Dr. Neal Hudson, an excellent physician who sometimes disagrees with Leanne’s “cowboy” approach, and Dr. Rollie Guthrie, the energetic, longest-serving attending. In Center Stage, life is measured in seconds, and these heroic doctors and nurses operate with speed and skill within an overwhelmed system, to treat the crowds of people who are often there for one of two reasons: to die or to receive a life-saving miracle.

Well, and of course, not forgetting our favourites like The Blacklist Season 3 and TV sensation - The Voice Season 9, where Pharrell Williams, Gwen Stefanie, Blake Shelton and (*fanning the heat away*) Adam Levine will be coaching their team of singing wannabes.

So, what do you think of the brand new AXN? 

I can't wait to catch the new shows! :)

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adidas Originals = PHARRELL WILLIAMS Set To Release on 28th November 2014

Hi Huneybees,

Polka dots are never the same again once you've checked out the latest collaboration between cultural leader - Pharrell Williams and adidas, working with two of adidas’ most celebrated design icons: the Superstar Track Jacket and the Stan Smith sneakers.


The final adidas Originals = PHARRELL WILLIAMS is a blast of funfilled colours using the classic polka dot that signifies both energy and joy. The Polka Dot Pack launches across Southeast Asia on November 28th, featuring the Stan Smith shoes in leather and Superstar Track Jacket in satin.

The collection will arrive in a palette of yellow, blue and fresh white with small-scale red dots, aiming to express the most profound joy of all: love. With its youthful, uplifting spirit, offering imagery and styling that are approachable and “real”, the Polka Dot Pack strives to communicate the key tenet of the continued collaboration.

“Equality is love visualized. It is a symbol and action of affection. Equality is everything from a greeting to a declaration of true love. In all its forms – it is acceptance, it is love, it is strength” --- Pharrell Williams

The Polka Dot Pack retails at SGD179 for the Satin Superstar Track Jacket and SGD169 for the
Stan Smith sneakers. The collection will be available at the adidas Originals Stores in Pacific
Plaza, Bugis+, 313 Somerset, JEM as well as Limited Edition at 313 Somerset and Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands.

The Limited Edition at JEM and Queensway will carry the Stan Smith sneakers only. For more information, please visit the adidasSG Facebook page.

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adidas Originals By Mary Katrantzou Collection Out In Singapore Today!

Hi Huneybees,

It's finally here in Singapore! The long awaited adidas Originals by Mary Katrantzou collection will be available for purchase starting today 15th November!

Hailed as the “Queen of Prints” and one of fashion’s most innovative designers, Mary Katrantzou's special collection with adidas Originals by Mary Katrantzou collection sees bold, subversive graphics with architectural shapes. In this special collaboration, Katrantzou draws inspiration from past adidas shoe silhouettes and she has innovatively incorporated product features like outsoles, laces, and pop icons into her own unique collection.

“When adidas first approached me, I took time to think about what I could offer that’s different, what I could say through the collection that they haven’t said before. I grew up, like so many other kids around the world, wearing adidas sneakers, and bringing my vision to such a global brand is a great challenge. They have a fantastic heritage and their ability to innovate in sportswear makes them the perfect partner for us to work with in this market. I believe that print and color can come together to communicate perfectly to a wider audience.”  --- Mary Katrantzou

adidas Originals by Mary Katrantzou retails for SGD129 for the logo tee to SGD699 for the Decat Dress. The collection is available in stores from 15 November 2014 at the adidas Originals store at Pacific Plaza and online at shop.adidas.com.sg. Footwear from the collection will be available at the Limited Edition store at Marina Bay Sands. Be sure to shop early or you might be disappointed! :)

For further information please visit the adidasSG Facebook page or @adidasOrginals and
@MaryKatrantzou on Twitter. Also share and follow with #adidasOriginals and #MaryKatrantzou.

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MTV World Stage Malaysia 2014 Is Back For The 6th Year

Hi Huneybees,

Save the date, reshuffle your appointments and start planning your trip to Sunway Resort City, Kuala Lumpur, because it is the place to be – come August! MTV has officially announced that MTV World Stage Malaysia is back for the sixth-year running!




The first two artists gracing the MTV World Stage for the first time – homegrown international singer-songwriter, Yuna; and Universal Music Group International’s first K-pop idol group, Boys Republic, with additional performers to be announced at a later date. MTV VJs Alan and Hanli will again be hosting this year’s concert.

Set to welcome an expected live audience of about 15,000 fans, MTV World Stage Malaysia 2014 is sponsored by Sunway, Xpax, Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Hong Leong Bank and William Grant & Sons, and supported by Tourism Malaysia, local broadcast partner, Astro, and local radio partner, hitz.fm.

The announcement was triggered by MTV fans following an Unlock #worldstagemy campaign that was first shared on 27 May through MTV’s social media platforms, hitz.fm and with bloggers. Fans successfully unlocked the announcement details on Tuesday, 27 May, which quickly gathered a frenzy of over 15,000 tweets over six hours. Not only did #worldstagemy top trend in Malaysia, but it also listed as one of the top ten trends worldwide.

MTV World Stage is a global series that bring multi-genre talents with global relevance, telecast to an audience in over 550 million households. Recorded ‘live’ at the most exclusive gigs, world renowned music festivals and unique concert locations from around the world, the series is the ‘front row seat’ for music lovers to experience the biggest artists on the globe without leaving the comfort of their sofas. MTV World Stage Malaysia is part of this platform that delivers the MTV brand experience not only on the ground with MTV fans in Malaysia, but with a global airing in 154 countries across MTV Networks. The Malaysia show is also MTV’s first originally-produced MTV World Stage event globally, which started in 2009.

Last year, MTV World Stage Live in Malaysia 2013, which welcomed a whopping 15,000 fans, brought the award-winning and multi-platinum artist, Robin Thicke, along with explosive international sensations, Far East Movement. The concert also featured 12-member K-Pop super group, EXO, and Malaysian Hip Hop pioneer, Joe Flizzow.

YUNA

In a remarkably short period of time, Yuna has risen from a shy, YouTube sensation to full-on international stardom. In the process, the unique singer-songwriter has become the first artist in Malaysia to break into the American market. The ease with which Yuna has transitioned to border defying mainstream success should not be surprising, considering the effortlessly universal appeal of her organic blend of contemporary pop, acoustic folk and soulful R&B.

Yuna experienced success early on, with a quartet of popular indie releases in Malaysia, beginning with her self-titled 2008 EP. That debut disc became a major seller at home, producing the hit single “Deeper Conversation.” The following year, Yuna won the first of several Anugerah Industri Muzik awards, Malaysia’s equivalent of the Grammy. During the same period, the artist also found time to attend law school and open IAMJETFUEL, a successful women’s clothing boutique.

Yuna’s latest album, Nocturnal, was recorded in Los Angeles and marks a major step forward for her. Nocturnal’s 11 sparkling new originals include the warmly intoxicating first single “Falling”, produced by Robin Hannibal of Quadron and the soul-pop group Rhye; the breezy, upbeat “I Wanna Go,” produced by rocker Mike Einziger of iconic modern rock band, Incubus.

Previously, Yuna had worked with man-of-the-moment, Pharrell Williams who produced her hit single, “Live Your Life”.

Yuna’s North American breakthrough saw the artist winning widespread acclaim while achieving several significant career milestones – Rolling Stone magazine praised her combination of “certified indie cred and massive pop potential”, while The New York Times described her music as “gorgeous”. She performed high-profile sets at the hugely renowned Lollapalooza and Coachella festivals, and has appeared on shows of popular personalities such as Jimmy Kimmel and Jay Leno.

For more information on Yuna, visit www.yunamusic.com.

BOYS REPUBLIC

Growing rapidly into one of the most popular K-pop boy bands in the region, Boys Republic is a group produced by Universal Music Group and Jung Hae Ik, who also helped produce first generation idols like H.O.T., S.E.S. and g.o.d. The five-member boy group consists of One Junn, Da Bin, Sung Jun, Min Su and Su Woong.

Boys Republic has been in Universal Music Korea’s pipeline for almost two years until their debut in 2013. The multi-talented boy group was trained in diverse genres of music. Top Korean producer and composer, Keun Tae Park, who has written songs for IU and Ji Young Baek, was appointed as chief music adviser for the group. To ensure strong international appeal, not only did Keun Tae collaborate with Dsign Music, the Norwegian team that wrote for Girls’ Generation, TVXQ and EXO, but the boys have also trained in singing, dancing, acting and the languages and cultures of other countries.

When Boys Republic released their debut single last June, “Party Rock” along with itsmusic video, the chart-topping song peaked at #1 on iTunes single charts in Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand in 2013. Their song “You Are Special” also peaked at #1 on KKBOX Chart in Malaysia in 2013. Their latest single, “Video Game” made #1 on Dwango K-POP daily chart in Japan in 2014.

Since then, the promising K-pop idol group has risen quickly to stardom as Boys Republic was declared “Best New Artist” at the 20th Korean Entertainment & Art Awards 2013. The boys were selected as both Jeju Air’s PR Ambassador for 2013 and as Korean Youth Association Ambassador. Additionally, the group has also appeared on SBS MTV in a special eight-episode feature, “Best New Artist, Boys Republic”, which aired June-July 2013.

Boys Republic returns for their second performance in Malaysia. Voted by fans to close the U.O.X. 2013 in Malaysia, the popular group was the only Korean artist invited for the event.

WIN MTV WORLD STAGE CONCERT PASSES

MTV World Stage passes are not for sale and may be won by fans through game contests that will open on 16 June. Details will be announced in the coming weeks.

NEWS UPDATES ON SOCIAL MEDIA

In the weeks ahead, fans can get direct information by following MTV Asia on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for news updates on MTV World Stage Malaysia 2014.

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