Is Coachella meeting fans expectations?

Published

2 years ago

April 19, 2022

Coachella just completed its first weekend but there’s been mixed opinions about the festival

The world’s largest festival welcomed over 250,000 individuals and featured A-listers including Harry Styles, Billie Eilish, Doja Cat and more.

General admission fees start upward of $449 USD, so some attendees were disappointed by last-minute cancellations and unfair management by Coachella organisers.

if u didn’t know an iPad Pro is the same price if not more expensive than Coachella tickets
— horsegirl123 (@horsegirl1239) April 18, 2022

Just weeks prior to the festival headliner Kanye West pulled out of Coachella with organisers giving no statement.

The performance was predicted to be one of Kanye’s biggest sets in years and many fans were disappointed that he would no longer be performing.

Coachella organisers were placed under scurtiny as festival-goers critised them for upholding double standards

Mid performance, Japanese singer Joji halted his performance and left his band onstage for nearly ten minutes.

Soon after Joji returned to the stage and attributed leaving to a health condition.

The performance continued, however the live stream was not posted by Coachella.

Fans have since condemmed Coachella organisers for forcing the singer to continue his performance while unwell.

Attendees have accused organisers for being hypocritical as Kanye was allowed to leave the festival.

the whole coachella joji thing is totally heartbreaking pic.twitter.com/KGqUK6LgVZ
— ur favorite ahlunaar (@saydG24) April 18, 2022

i’m genuinely so upset they forced joji to complete the set and then cut his set from the broadcast ??????
— sab / ash? (@honksab) April 18, 2022

i’m like genuinely so sad. i’m not mad at joji for putting his health first (i’m actually so glad he did) but i’m fully mad at coachella for promoting the show with clips to not show it/not notify fans that it was cancelled and won’t be broadcasted
— chaii (@chaii_iced) April 18, 2022

SO KANYE CAN DROP OUT OF COACHELLA LAST SECOND BUT JOJI IS FORCED TO FINISH HIS FULL SET? OKAY
— india (@NIlTROUS) April 18, 2022

The Weekend and Swedish House Mafia took over Kanye’s headlining act

Coachella attendees acknowledged the quick replacement for Kanye’s set.

After running 30 minutes late Swedish House Mafia took to the stage first performing EDM and techno tunes.

Soon after The Weekend (Abel Tesfaye) joined them on stage and performed hits including Blinding Lights, a top 10 Billboard hit for 57 consecutive weeks.

Swedish House Mafia now running 30 minutes late. They trying to put the fire out after Doja Cat #Coachella
— Waqas Sheikh (@wsheikh__) April 18, 2022

The Weekend gave a nod to West and sung the verse he did on the rapper’s single “Hurricane.”

Unlike other Coachella performances spruced with a band, dancers and special effects this one was stripped back to the Swedish House Mafia DJ set and The Weeknd on vocals.

The set had one of the largest attendance of the festival and was considered rather experimental.

The Weekend and Swedish House Mafia dressed in matching black outfits.

Thank you, Swedish House Mafia and The Weeknd! I heard sacrifice, blinding lights, Starboy, save your tears, out of time, I feel it coming, which were my favorites during the show. Thank you, Coachella weekend 1! Have a good night! pic.twitter.com/RNpW7aWXCR
— 张丽莎 (@Zhang_lisha) April 18, 2022

The non-traditional act was celebrated among other performances that day including Doja Cat, FINNEAS, Måneskin and more.

Highlights 2022: Day 3, Weekend 1https://t.co/u4XCra2k6z pic.twitter.com/ELxjCPFQxr
— Coachella (@coachella) April 18, 2022

"Thank You"@coachella pic.twitter.com/kaE6QS6Db5
— DukeDumont (@DukeDumont) April 18, 2022

.@coachella epic weekend playing with @flumemusic and the whole family @carolineplz @ToveLo @vincestaples @mayaxcumming ✨ pic.twitter.com/5riiPyukCV
— Beck (@beck) April 18, 2022

Amanda Gunn contributed to this report.

Streaming service shift and the award season snubs

Published

3 months ago

January 24, 2024

Mike Loder

Netflix Introduces Changes to Subscription Model, Academy Award Nominations Spark Cinematic Buzz, and the Doomsday Clock Continues its Ominous Ticking.

Netflix is set to discontinue its ad-free Basic subscription in select countries, commencing with Canada and the UK in Q2 2024.

This strategic shift introduces a significant price increase for the baseline entry, signalling potential adjustments to Netflix’s global pricing structure.

Simultaneously, the 96th edition of the Academy Award nominations has stirred cinematic debates, with the prevailing question being whether the upcoming season will be dominated by “Barbie” or “Oppenheimer.” These contrasting narratives set the stage for a fierce competition, highlighting the diverse and compelling offerings in this year’s film industry.

Beyond the realm of entertainment, the Doomsday Clock, a symbolic representation of the likelihood of a human-made global catastrophe, continues its ominous countdown.

Maintained since 1947 by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, the clock serves as a metaphor for threats arising from unchecked scientific and technological advances. As global tensions, environmental challenges, and technological risks persist, the ticking of the Doomsday Clock serves as a poignant reminder of the urgent need to address multifaceted threats to humanity.

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Adidas faces potential $320M Yeezy shoe write-off post-Kanye split

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5 months ago

November 9, 2023

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Adidas is contemplating a significant financial blow as it considers writing off $320 million worth of Yeezy shoes following its separation from music and fashion icon Kanye West.

The sportswear giant’s decision to sever ties with West’s Yeezy brand has left a mountain of unsold merchandise, threatening to dent the company’s balance sheet.

The partnership between Adidas and Kanye West, which began in 2013, had been immensely successful, with Yeezy shoes becoming a highly sought-after fashion statement.

However, recent controversies and disagreements between West and Adidas prompted the sportswear company to distance itself from the celebrity designer.

The massive inventory of Yeezy shoes now presents a dilemma for Adidas, as it grapples with finding a solution to deal with the surplus stock. A $320 million write-off could significantly impact the company’s financial performance in the short term.

Adidas is currently exploring various options, including discounting, donating, or repurposing the unsold inventory to mitigate the financial hit.

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Warner Bros discovery warns of Hollywood’s ‘real risk’ post-strikes’

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5 months ago

November 9, 2023

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Warner Bros Discovery, has issued a stark warning regarding the ‘real risk’ that Hollywood faces in the aftermath of the recent strikes that have taken a considerable toll on the industry’s financial health.

The strikes, which disrupted film and television production for several weeks, resulted in substantial financial losses for studios, production companies, and countless industry professionals.

Warner Bros Discovery emphasised the necessity for a resilient and adaptable approach to navigate the ongoing challenges and uncertainties facing the film and television sector.

The conglomerate stressed the importance of implementing measures to mitigate such risks in the future, which include fostering better labour relations and contingency planning to safeguard against potential disruptions.

The message underlined the need for the industry to adapt to the evolving landscape of content creation and distribution, particularly in the digital era.

This warning from Warner Bros Discovery highlights the need for the entertainment industry to recognise the ever-changing dynamics and economic challenges, and the importance of preparedness to maintain its prominent position in the global market.