Art Eddy III

Did you all see the Republic National Convention? Some loved it and some didn’t know what was going on. Yet there is no question that the upcoming election has generated opinions across the spectrum, from ongoing policy discussions to international affairs to which candidate is the optimal choice to lead this country – and with more than 75.4 million in the US alone, Millennials have replaced Boomers as America’s most populous and arguably most influential generation.

Ranging from 21-34, some of our country’s most important technological, creative, and economical advancements can be directly attributed to the Millennial age group, yet the opportunity to hold the nation’s highest political office is being withheld from the very people who are changing the face of the nation and the world.

Today, Captain Morgan has launched a petition for Article II, Section I of the United States Constitution to be changed, which restricts those under the age of 35 from becoming president.

As part of the campaign, the Captain Morgan brand has teamed up with a crew of influential and notable Under 35s who are making an impact and changing the world in their own right – including Mogul’s Tiffany Pham, JASH’s Mickey Meyer, Thrillist’s Ben Lerer, Thinkful’s Dan Friedman, and more – to support the cause.

To join the movement, adults 21+ are encouraged to visit UNDER35POTUS.com in order to sign the petition. If 100,000 signatures have been acquired by August 12, 2016, the White House will review the petition, distribute it to appropriate policy officials and issue a response.

Never shy of innovation the Jack Daniel Distillery is always looking for the next best thing. Recently they partnered with FCB/RED and The Mill to create a fully immersive 360-degree virtual reality experience that artfully displays the timeless craftsmanship of America’s first registered distillery.

This new technology transports fans of Jack Daniel’s to sensory rich locations on the hallowed grounds of the distillery. From the blazing inferno being stoked at the rick yard, where sugar maple ricks are burnt down for use in the whiskey’s charcoal mellowing process to flying over the rolling hills of Lynchburg to the top of the barrel house with Master Distiller Jeff Arnett, this new technology provides a vital tool to give consumers a better perspective of the craft that goes into making Jack Daniel’s.

This year marks the 150th anniversary of the Jack Daniel Distillery, America’s oldest registered distillery. “We all have our anniversaries. They allow us to honor the important events in our lives and to ensure the lessons of the past are not forgotten,” says Jeff Arnett, Jack Daniel’s Master Distiller. “This new technology is a way for us to celebrate the Jack Daniel Distillery with fans everywhere and bring them closer to Lynchburg. The 360 degree video experience will allow Jack Daniel’s consumers a chance to “visit” the rick yard, see the cave spring hollow and feel as though they are right there in Lynchburg where each batch of Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey is crafted, and has been for 150 years.”

Co-directed by The Mill’s Bowe King and Rama Allen, the VR component was produced to digitally manifest one of Jack Daniel’s favorite phrases turned distillery mantra: ‘Every day we make it, we’ll make it the best we can.’ Today friends of the Jack Daniel’s family of brands can experience the VR component via YouTube 360 and Facebook 360 versions. The Gear VR Goggles will be available for consumers at special Jack Daniel’s events and activations this summer including Lollapalooza, Life is Beautiful, Chicago Open Air and numerous other venues world-wide.

The visual style of ‘mixed time’ was developed for the content where moments slow down and time seems to stands still. The highly stylized, cinematic visuals combine with ambient surround sound. This style of film borrows from the visual language of cinemographs, allowing viewers to linger in moments of mixed time. Combining real-time and frozen elements in one shot, the mixed time film technique was developed by The Mill specifically for the Jack Daniels VR Experience.

To learn more about Jack Daniel’s and the new 360 degree experience, follow @jackdaniels_us or visitwww.jackdaniels.com for more information.

Reebok had one of the hottest selling sneakers this summer with their team up with Kendrick Lamar. Now Reebok is adding another artist into the mix.

Reebok is expanding the brand’s network of global talent with the appointment of international style pioneer and music artist, Future. Future has joined Reebok’s like-minded collective of innovative and inspirational creators. The American hip-hop superstar hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, is a true creative visionary.  Known for his pioneering unique sound within the music space mixed with his trend-setting style, Future continues to innovate both in and outside of the music industry.

Future launched the partnership on Saturday,July 9, 2016, on his Snapchat (@Future) and Instagram channels (@Future) where he touched on the synergies between both parties while unveiling the InstaPump Fury “Overbranded,” launching Fall 2016. The InstaPump Fury marks one of Reebok’s most iconic innovations in the sneaker industry from the 90’s, a fitting pairing to the brand’s new partner, a trailblazer in his own right.

“Future exudes the type of fearlessness and authenticity that Reebok Classic stands for,” said Todd Krinsky, Global Vice President of Reebok Classic and Entertainment. “This partnership not only continues our brand’s longstanding legacy of working with the world’s best hip hop artists, but also solidifies Reebok Classic’s commitment to never back down from pushing boundaries. I’ve had a preview of what’s to come from Future and Reebok and I can’t wait for everyone to see!”

Commenting on the partnership Future said, “I’m excited to kick off the summer with Reebok by my side. It’s a natural fit for me to work with a brand like Reebok that also shares my beliefs in moving culture forward and being passionate in what you believe in. Not only am I honored, but I feel privileged to be a part of the family.”

The announcement marks the beginning of a significant creative relationship between Reebok Classic and Future, with more to come in 2016 and beyond. Next up, Future will kick off his highly anticipated Summer Sixteen tour starting July 20th where fans can expect to see a Reebok presence at each stop.