Tag: sony
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Pink Floyd Announce Wish You Were Here 50
Pink Floyd celebrates the 50th anniversary of “Wish You Were Here” with a special release on December 12th. This edition includes six unreleased demos, multiple formats, and enhanced audio mixes, including Dolby Atmos. Fans will also find rare live recordings and exclusive merchandise, providing fresh insights into the band’s iconic work.
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Sony’s “Becoming Led Zeplin” becomes the biggest opening weekend for an Imax-exlussive music release
BECOMING LED ZEPPELIN, the first sanctioned documentary about the iconic band, debuted strongly with $3M at IMAX® and will expand nationwide on February 14, 2025. The film provides a unique look into their origins, featuring rare footage and interviews. Despite challenges, it offers a definitive glance at the band’s early career.
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Sony Pictures Entertainment’s RIDEVU In-Car Entertainment Service to feature fully immersive IMAX Enhanced® Films starting in Mercedes-Benz vehicles
RIDEVU, an in-car entertainment service, will launch at CES 2025 on January 7, showcasing IMAX Enhanced movies in Mercedes-Benz vehicles. The platform offers a vast library, immersive audio, and multi-screen functionality for passengers. This collaboration between Sony, IMAX, and DTS aims to redefine in-car entertainment experiences for consumers.
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Sony Exhibits at CES® 2025 with Creative ENtertainment Vision Initiative
Sony Group Corporation showcased its “Creative Entertainment Vision” at CES® 2025, highlighting long-term goals and initiatives to enhance content IP value. Key announcements included new technologies for creative freedom, anime projects, and collaborations in gaming and sports entertainment. The press event emphasized co-creation and innovation, aiming to inspire imagination.
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Sony Pictures Television Launches ‘JEOPARDY!’ Bar League: Bringing America’s Favorite Quiz Show® to Local Bars Nationwide
Sony Pictures Television announced the launch of JEOPARDY! Bar League, a live team-based trivia experience to celebrate JEOPARDY!’s 60th birthday. Set to roll out nationally in 2025, the event combines game show excitement with bar trivia culture, using interactive technology for real-time participation. Winners may qualify for the televised game show.
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Grammy Award Winner Usher Announces November 1 Release of Confessions (20th Anniversary Edition)
USHER has announced the 20th anniversary edition of his iconic album “Confessions,” now available for digital and 2-LP vinyl pre-order. This edition includes orchestral versions of “Burn” and “Superstar” as bonus tracks. USHER expresses pride in the album’s lasting impact and cultural significance over the past two decades.
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Sony’s Development of Blockchain “Soneium™”
Sony Block Solution Labs has developed “Soneium”, a blockchain infrastructure for Web3, aiming to decentralize online power. They plan to make the network public and create new services using Sony Group’s businesses and IP. Soneium will support Web3 applications, NFT marketplaces, and new services for creators while providing tools for developers and a testnet for…
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Sony Launches FavoriteSpace™, a New Service to Energize Sports Fan Communities
Sony Group Corporation has launched FavoriteSpace™, a new service for sports fans. The FavoriteSpace app offers virtual spaces where users can interact with content from their favorite sports teams, starting with Manchester City Football Club. Through avatars, fans can enjoy immersive experiences and connect with fellow enthusiasts globally. The service aims to enhance fan engagement…
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“The Blake Lively interview that made me want to quit my job” – explained
A journalist’s 2016 interview with Blake Lively sparked controversy. The interviewer’s comments on Lively’s pregnancy and wardrobe choices were criticized. Lively and her co-star responded defensively, leading to backlash. A source close to Lively defended her, emphasizing the interviewer’s inappropriate remarks. The viral video caused a stir, prompting widespread support for the journalist.
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Sony Music Masterworks Acquires Majority Stake in Experiential Production and Design Company, Black Sky Creative
Sony Music Masterworks has acquired a majority stake in Black Sky Creative, a leading producer of immersive entertainment experiences for brands. Black Sky, led by Jeff Delson, will join Masterworks’ live division to create scalable experiential properties across various entertainment sectors. This collaboration aims to pioneer new ways for fans to connect with their favorite…
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RCA & Legacy Release First Fully Comprehensive Collection of Elvis Presley’s Hometown Recordings ‘Memphis’
Elvis Presley’s ‘MEMPHIS’ release marks a 111-track box set capturing his journey from Sun Studio to Graceland, featuring newly mixed tracks by Matt Ross-Spang. Celebrating the 70th anniversary of his first sessions, Elvis Week 2024 will host ‘MEMPHIS’ events at Graceland, including a concert and listening event. The collection offers fresh insight into Elvis’s bond…
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Sony and National Football League Launch New Technology Partnership
Sony has partnered with the National Football League to become its official technology partner and the provider of official headphones. This collaboration aims to revolutionize the future of football by utilizing Sony’s sports technology and wireless solutions. Through this partnership, Sony aims to enhance fan experiences, provide real-time content, and advance officiating technology using Hawk-Eye’s…
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Usher: Rendezvous in Paris Concert Film Coming to Global Cinemas From September
USHER’s 2023 eight-concert performance in Paris is captured in the film USHER: RENDEZVOUS IN PARIS, showcasing his iconic hits and behind-the-scenes moments. Partnering with AMC Theatres and Trafalgar Releasing, the film will be screened worldwide from September 12-15. USHER’s intimate concert experience promises a captivating global cinema event.
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Careless Whisper’ Celebrates 40 Years
To mark the 40th anniversary of George Michael’s “Careless Whisper,” a special EP will be released on 18th October. It includes a previously unreleased live version from a 2008 concert at Madison Square Garden, along with newly mastered versions of the original single. This iconic song continues to resonate with new generations and has achieved…
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‘Sony Research Award Program’ Will Open for Applications for innovation, with research themes including AI and Content Development Technology
Sony Group Corporation has announced the Sony Research Award Program, inviting research proposals from universities and institutes in the U.S., Canada, 17 European countries, and India. The program focuses on emerging technologies, particularly in AI and content creation. Awards of up to $150,000 USD are granted for innovative research projects, promoting collaboration with academia for…
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Sony Pictures Television Acquires Majority Stake In Eleventh Hour Films
Sony Pictures Television (“SPT”) has increased its investment in Eleventh Hour Films (“EHF”), making it the fourth majority-owned UK scripted drama company in SPT International Production. This strategic move aims to consolidate SPT’s position as a leading scripted studio and grow its international production portfolio. EHF’s leadership restructuring and new senior team member complement the…
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Vision Detection Solution powered by AI Introduced at 500 Stores to Improve Advertising Effectiveness
Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation has implemented an edge AI-driven vision detection solution in 500 convenience store locations in Japan. This technology automatically detects digital signage viewers, collects data on their viewing behavior, and preserves privacy. The IMX500 intelligent vision sensor and AITRIOS platform contribute to streamlined operations and privacy protection.
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Sony Group Becomes Founding Partner of Esports World Cup
The Esports World Cup Foundation and Sony Group Corporation have signed a multi-year partnership to collaborate on the Esports World Cup. The collaboration aims to unite the global gaming and esports communities across popular games and broaden their appeal. Sony will create a documentary series and produce the music Anthem for the Esports World Cup…
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Sony Reached an Agreement with World Athletics for Sponsorship
Sony Corporation has agreed to sponsor World Athletics’ Series events from 2024 to 2026. Sony will support various events, including the World Athletics Indoor Championships Glasgow 24 and the World Athletics Championships Tokyo in 2025. This collaboration aims to bring impactful experiences to sports fans worldwide, leveraging Sony’s technology and creativity.
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Columbia Pictures turns 100!
Sony Pictures Entertainment has revealed the centennial logo for Columbia Pictures in honor of its 100th year anniversary on January 10, 2024. The logo design, inspired by the iconic “Lady with the Torch,” signifies a vibrant 100 years of producing award-winning films and cultural impact. Special events and a commemorative book will mark the celebration,…
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Sony Pictures Entertainment Partners with Mercedes-Benz
Sony has partnered with Mercedes-Benz to bring RIDEVU, an in-car entertainment service, to Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This collaboration aims to enhance the in-car entertainment experience by providing advanced controls and features for accessing curated content from SPE’s library. The service will be integrated with DTS AutoStage Video Service and is part of Sony’s larger efforts to…
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Development of a Live-Action Film of The Legend of Zelda To Start
Nintendo Co., Ltd. (HQ: Kyoto Minami-ku; Representative Director and President: Shuntaro Furukawa, “Nintendo” hereafter) today announced that it will develop a live-action film of The Legend of Zelda. The film will be produced by Shigeru Miyamoto, Representative Director and Fellow of Nintendo and Avi Arad, Chairman of Arad Productions Inc., who has produced many mega…
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Sony Launches its first ever Creators Conference
Sony announced the inaugural Sony Creators Conference at SIGGRAPH 2023, featuring technical talks and panel discussions highlighting the fusion of technology and creativity. Dr. Hiroaki Kitano expressed Sony’s commitment to empowering creators and advancing entertainment technology. The conference will showcase works from various creators within Sony, from gaming to film. Kitano will keynote at SIGGRAPH…
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Sony Kicks Off 2023 L.A. Screenings With Key Titles Including Gaming
Sony’s announcement of key titles for L.A. Screenings 2023 includes international including the epic drama The Winter King – based on Bernard Cornwell’s novels. The studio showcasing other upcoming projects has secured deals in the Middle East, India, and Australia.
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Michael Jackson’s Triller Turns 40 – Sony Music Global Campaign
Forty years after the release of “Thriller,” Sony Music and The Estate of Michael Jackson announce a global campaign to celebrate its 40th anniversary. The campaign includes fan events, immersive experiences, and screenings of the “Thriller 40” documentary. “Thriller” is the best-selling album of all time and revolutionized music, video standards, and choreography. Michael Jackson’s…
