[Video] Phantogram: "Black Out Days"
Yesterday, Phantogram released their video for "Black Out Days" off their recent, self-titled project via Filter. Directed by Evan Spencer Brace, the video is a vibrant grab bag of images set against a simple black background. Scenes flash from people wrestling in milk, to a falconer, paintings of gold etc. before cutting to Sarah Barthel singing in front of projected images while Josh Carter physically interprets. It's an artistic affair, to be sure, and something that could certainly use a couple views to really soak it all in. The duo has plans to drop Voices, the follow up to this year's release, on February 18 but you can pre-order it now on iTunes. Check out the latest from Phantogram below.
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LG Launches Chromebase Desktop Computer
When you think of LG, the first things that come to mind are smartphones. LG is trying to change that with their unveiling of its new Chromebase all-in-one desktop computer that will the first of its kind to run on Google's ChromeOS operating system. The computer has a sleek design with a 21.5 inch 1080p IPS LCD screen with an Intel Celeron processor. It will be built with 2 GB of RAM and 16GB of storage with HDMI, USB , and LAN ports letting you connect the accessories that meet your needs. There has been no price point set or information as to when it will become available, but more should be known after its unveiling at CES 2014.
[Via CNET]
[Mixtape] Kaytranada: "Instrumental Hip-hop Is Dead"
Today, Hypetrak released its latest artist-rendered mix from the ever-eclectic Kaytranada. Instrumental Hip-Hop Is Dead is described by Hypetrak as "an intriguing selection of hard-hitting unreleased production. Much closer to Dilla's Donuts than a DJ mix". Apparently, Kaytranada is declaring the end of instrumental hip-hop, just when it seemed to be making a comeback. His mix is a compilation of what he characterized as "some old hip hop beats" of his. It is a smattering of trap drums, heavy bass, and sample-laden interludes, all sandwiched inside of a comfortable synth sandwich that can carry you through the day with it's smooth transitions to airily different areas. Check out the full mix from Kaytranda streaming down below!
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Paul Rudd officially on board for Ant-Man
Two months after it was reported that Paul Rudd was shortlisted for Ant-Man, the Anchorman 2 actor has officially entered early negotiations to portray the superhero in the 2015 film. Joseph Gordon-Levitt was also being heavily considered for the role, but with his attachment to the Sandman project, Rudd became the de facto choice. No firm story details have been released, but the character playing Ant-Man will be the original Hank Pym and not Scott Lang. Director Edgar Wright and writer Joe Cornish have stated that the film works more as a stand-alone film rather than a cohesive part of the full Marvel Studios universe, but I'm sure Disney will ensure some type of cohesion will be in play that will tie it to the rest of the films.
As I stated in October, Rudd was my pick for Ant-Man, and it'll be great to have somebody like him on board along the likes of Vin Diesel, Mark Ruffalo, Robert Downey, Jr., and the others. Do you think he fits well for the role? If not, who would you have rather seen behind the helmet? Let us know!
[via /Film]