Category: Entertainment

Forbes Ranks the Chainsmokers Number Two in Highest-Paid DJs

by UPF

2018 has proven to be a prolific year for the signature EDM-pop band known as the Chainsmokers. This duo includes Drew Taggart who is just 28 years old, and Alex Pall who is 32. The group formed in New York City and quickly became noticed after releasing their 2014 club hit, “#Selfie”. Two years later the Chainsmokers released, “Don’t Let Me Down” featuring Daya, as well as, “Closer” featuring Halsey. These EDM and future-bass pop hits gained them even more recognition across the globe, adding to their prominent success.

Last year’s album titled, “Memories…Do Not Open” ended up topping both national and international charts while reaching platinum status. The success from this album rolled over into 2018, making it a definite contributor to their #2 spot on Forbes‘, “The World’s Highest-Paid DJs Of 2018” list. The Chainsmokers were only preceded by Calvin Harris, and surpassed even Tiësto and David Guetta. The combined funds accumulated from their annual touring and music production equaled a grand total of $45.5 million in just 2018 alone. That’s just $2.5 million under their predecessor, Calvin Harris. With such a high amount of success in an active three-year time span, it is speculative as to whether they will stay at number two, or top the charts in 2019.

The Chainsmokers have introduced the world of EDM and trap music to mainstream listeners across the world with their upbeat yet meaningful tracks, and they continue to deliver with each hit that they release. If Taggart and Pall continue on this avenue of success, there’s no telling what 2019 could bring in terms of their wealth and prominence as a DJ and production force. If 2018 is any indication, their place on Forbes’, “The World’s Highest-Paid DJs“ will either remain secure or move to the number one spot.

https://www.interviewmagazine.com/music/the-chainsmokers

Ryan Seacrest: So Many Jobs, So Little Time

by UPF

It’s possible you’ve seen him in one his many gigs. Ryan Seacrest has so many jobs you could almost lose count. The most notable ones are him as a host for the music competition American Idol on ABC. He is also the co-host with Kelly Ripa for the morning show live with Kelly and Ryan based out of New York. Ryan Seacrest is an award-winning entrepreneur who holds several positions as a host either on TV or radio and a producer for cable and broadcast television.

His radio show is called On air with Ryan Seacrest and it’s the number one nationally syndicated show in Los Angeles. This morning show appears on iHeartmedia 102.7 KIIS FM. In addition to that, Seacrest is an executive producer for the behind-the-scenes work for the morning talk show live with Kelly and Ryan. In recent years he picked up where Dick Clark left off becoming the host of Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin Eve with Ryan Seacrest. Even further, he has joined the popular award show franchise called E! Live From The Red Carpet. Seacrest has built his own production company which has won an Emmy for their winning content. Ryan Seacrest productions produces a lot of well-known television programming. Some of these include keeping up with the Kardashians, Bravo’s Shahs of Sunset, Shades of Blue with Jennifer Lopez and CMT I love Kellie Pickler.

In addition to all of his television and radio productions, Ryan Seacrest has emerged with a trendy lifestyle enterprise that is his menswear collection called Ryan Seacrest distinction. The clothes are sold mainly at Macy’s and features a men’s skin care line. For this venture, he has formed a partnership with nationally-known dermatologist Dr. Harold Lancer.

Ryan also has some pretty impressive endorsement deals with coca-cola and ford. To bring things in perspective, he has also created the Ryan Seacrest Foundation. This working organization is credited with opening 10 broadcast media centers that are called Seacrest Studios in pediatric hospitals all across the country. It would be an understatement to say Ryan Seacrest has done it all because we are certain there’s more to come. Ryan is also busy with his very own fashion line.

Twitter: twitter.com/RyanSeacrest

Ryan Seacrest Takes Busy To A Whole New Level

by UPF

When it comes to Hollywood, there are only a few men out there today that take on as much work as host Ryan Seacrest. He is often seen on various different shows, movies, radio, and much more. Ryan also has his own clothing line for men. When asked in an interview, Ryan Seacrest stated that he is normally participating in around eight or nine jobs at a time. Despite this, he can always be found on the red carpet getting the latest interviews from celebrities.

Ryan’s career really took off when he took a position with American Idol, providing him with national fame. This was not the beginning of Ryan’s career though. Ryan Seacrest started on radio back in the 90’s, working on whatever radio shows he could until he started his own. In 2004, Ryan started On Air With Ryan Seacrest, which is still running today as one of his most popular programs to date. Today, Ryan actively works on three different radio shows, including Live with Kelly and Ryan.

Remarkable, Ryan Seacrest has found the time to start up his own foundation for charity alongside his hectic professional life. Less than a decade old, the Ryan Seacrest Foundation helps kids in hospitals in the United States with better care and education. They also have more activities to do and can spend time with their family. Ryan has many studio centers in various states and there are plans for more in the near future. Back in 2012, Ryan appointed Selena Gomez as his foundation’s ambassador to help take care of children and lead the organization towards a brighter future.

All of this success started back in high school, where Ryan was afforded an opportunity to work on a radio show. After this, Ryan was hooked on the job and ended up leaving schools to move to Hollywood and pursue his famous career.

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Alex Pall Explains How The Chainsmokers Are Changing The Electronic Music Landscape

by UPF

The electronic music sector has become one of the fastest-growing in recent years with many new DJs and musical collaborations popping up across the music industry with pioneers such as Amici leading the way forward. Despite the success of these early DJ performers the path taken has often been a similar one with the DJ remaining hidden from view behind their booth until the arrival of The Chainsmokers as the leading electronic music pioneers in the U.S. with a growing band of followers across the world.

Alex Pall has not been satisfied with the opportunities presented to his band in remaining a faceless aspect of the electronic music scene like so many of his fellow DJs; instead, Pall and musical collaborator, Andrew Taggart have decided to take ownership of their music and image in many different ways and change the overall view of electronic music to the listeners of the world. In the view of both members of The Chainsmokers, the time has come for Dj like themselves to be seen as independent performers and musicians who should be seen as the authors of their own work.

In a break with the traditional view of DJs, both Alex Pall and Andrew Taggart have appeared on their songs as vocalists performing alongside some of the best-known singers of recent times. The Chainsmokers have broken with many traditions over recent years including stepping into the songwriting room and taking ownership of their own songs by co-writing and basing their songs on their own experiences.

Alex Pall has been at the heart of the process of changing the image and success rate of The Chainsmokers as he believes a higher level of creativity has allowed the duo to take far more pride in the work they have undertaken. As the success of the band grows, Pall is playing an even greater role in the development of the image of the duo as they continue to build towards global success.

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm7353508/

I Wouldn’t Choose Any Other Company Except FreedomPop

by UPF

The reason I switched to FreedomPop is because I started realizing that I was being overcharged for the services I was using on a daily basis. Although I use my Internet service almost every day, I didn’t want to pay such a high amount of money for the service. I decided that I would try and save as much money as possible, but I didn’t know how it was going to do that. My current Internet company was charging me $75 a month for the service, but I wasn’t getting anything else, not even wifi.

I decided that I would look around for other Internet service providers, and I came across FreedomPop by accident. It turns out that FreedomPop allows its customers to get free Internet and cell phone service if they want it, as long as they stay within a certain plan. It sounded way too good to be true, so I did some more research. After I visited the website for the company, I realize that everything is exactly what they said. I wasted no time in signing up for the FreedomPop services, and within the same week, I had Internet service in my home.

The best thing about the Internet service is that it comes with its own wifi. I can’t believe I was paying $75 a month to another company that didn’t even give me wifi in my home. I have a laptop that I rarely used, because I couldn’t get Internet on it, without going through a lot of set up. I now can hook up my laptop to the wifi in my home, and I can use both my computer and laptop simultaneously. Another thing I love is the price, which is free at this point.

If I need additional data on my Internet service plan, then I can purchase it for such a low rate that my previous Internet provider would be ashamed of what they were charging me. For just a few dollars I could easily get more data from FreedomPop. The data cost is much lower than what some of these other service providers charge if I go over their data allotment. FreedomPop is a great service provider, and I’m grateful for the fact that I am able to get the Internet for free because it saves me a lot of money. FreedomPop is a great Internet service provider, and I plan to stick with them.

For more information on FreedomPop, check out the latest on TechCrunch.

Top High-End Hotels – The Dorchester Collection

by UPF

A prominent hotel management company, The Dorchester Collection, has made a name for itself through the operation of its many hotels including the infamous Beverly Hills Hotel. The excellence of this company can be seen by the organization of its staff and upkeep of various rooms in each hotel. The beautiful designs of rooms used for lodgings, meetings, weddings, and conferences shows the company’s commitment to customers and their well-being. Reputable travel sites such as booking.com have given The Dorchester Collection 5-star ratings on its stellar service and treatment of customers.

This management company, headed in London, was established in 2006 signaling a change in strategy to meet company goals. The Collection manages hotels in many countries including England, France, Italy, Switzerland, and the USA. Customers have the option of choosing luxurious activities such as enjoying a relaxing massage, an afternoon tea, or even a day at the spa. Customers can also shop for merchandise. The company accepts common credit cards such as Visa or MasterCard and has recently integrated bitcoin payments to their online store.

These hotels have made a name for themselves in their respected areas and have become iconic in their own right, historic even. The Collection has set the standards for high-end hotels and is continually surpassing its own standards through deals and upgrades to facilities.

Pass through the doors of a Dorchester Collection hotel and you’ll experience something truly special. You’ll sense it in the way you are greeted; see it in the iconic elegance; discover it in the service and enjoy it in the quirky characteristics. Most of all we trust you’ll feel it from the moment you arrive until long after you leave. Whether you are staying in London, Ascot, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Rome, Beverly Hills or Los Angeles, each of our hotels offers an unforgettable experience.

There are over ten room design variations for lodgings for customers and clients. They are broken down into rooms, suits, roof suits, and signature suits. All accommodations can be viewed in full detail by location. The Dorchester Collection is very family oriented and has special accommodations for children and mothers-to-be. This family centric attitude towards customers is one key trait that sets this hotel company apart from others. Another important aspect to look into about The Dorchester Collection is the Diamond Club. This club is a private membership with the Collection that gives access to upgrades, credit/point accumulation, and exclusive meal deals. The Dorchester Collection hotels are priority hotels for everyone whether traveling on business or vacation.

Check out this gorgeous suite. Luxury is on your side when you stay with The Dorchester Collection.

Yo Quiero the Dress!

by UPF

If you’ve ever spilled something on yourself while eating, you may have had someone jokingly tell you, “You look good in what you eat.” However, Olivia Mears is a young lady who takes that phrase even more literally. She is the artist and costume designer behind the dress that will be featured in a new Taco Bell ad coming out this Sunday. (No, it isn’t that black and blue or gold and white dress this time). Alexei Beltyukov has read that Mear’s dress is of interest to Taco Bell, because it is completely fashioned out of food wrappers from the fast-food chain. Click Here. You might even say that she looks “good enough to eat.” Groan if you want to, but Mears won first place and a trip to Los Angeles for her efforts in a contest that was totally up her alley. How much better does it get than to have fun, to use your giftings, to win a prize, to get a trip, to star in a TV advertisement, to do something you love, and to take a stand for something you believe in?

Lady Gaga Joins Cast of American Horror Story

by UPF

Over the past four seasons, American Horror Story has become one of the most interesting shows on television. No other show has been able to blend true horror with comedy and drama. The show has also become known for its amazing casting, as it continues to attract some of Hollywood’s top talent.

According to Entertainment Weekly, American Horror Story is living up to its reputation by having cast Lady Gaga in the next season of the anthology series. Lady Gaga will be a regular in the series, which will air this fall on FX. It will also market her first major role as an actress.

Fans like Zeca Oliveira have learned that the fifth season of the show will be entitled Hotel, but no information regarding the storyline has been released or in what time period the show will take place. Lady Gaga also said on Twitter that she does not know at this time what character she will play.

Based on the way last season’s Freak Show utilized music, do not be surprised if Lady Gaga will also be able to utilize her musical talents in the show. Since all of her previous acting gigs were very short, it will be interesting to see how she does in a much larger role over an entire television season.