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The next phase
American rock band Hotline TNT drop their third studio album Raspberry Moon tomorrow, June 20. The 11-track project is expected to deliver a tone of gratitude, featuring open-hearted love songs to oneself, other people and situations, and celebrate being at peace both, within and with one's surroundings. The theme is also reflected in the way the body of work came together, as it is the first to be fully written and recorded by all the band members. Since its establishment in 2018, frontman Will Anderson has been writing and recording all of the ensemble's music. However, he revealed, in an interview, that the creating process for the new music has also included his bandmates: guitarist Lucky Hunter, bassist Haylen Trammel and drummer Mike Ralston. Will also stated that he never intended for Hotline TNT to be a 'one-man band operation', and that he believes it was an unfortunate matter of circumstance to have done so with the previous two records. Released last month, the third single off the album titled Break Right is the first to be written and produced collaboratively with the rest of the group. 'Some songs hide their meanings behind a facade of metaphors, PR quotes and half-measures. Break Right hides nothing,' Will said. 'This is the sound of TNT becoming a band. Every effect has been unplugged, every sample has been deprogrammed and every emotion has been laid bare. You've never heard a Hotline song quite like this before,' he added.
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Art for paws
Bahrain-based artists and zoophilists with a soft-spot for strays are creating vibrant murals, eye-catching paper art, Dilmun-themed graphics and more, all to offer the kingdom's furry friends a better life. British creative Kylee-Jai Wright, who arrived in Bahrain with her family and chihuahuas, 16 years ago, has brought alive a colourful mural, beautifying one of the boundary walls of the Bahrain Animal Rescue Centre's (BARC) shelter in Hamala last month. 'My friend, who fosters many dogs for BARC and had painted a mural for them, suggested my name. I designed the mural on my iPad and sent it over and they really loved it,' the 42-year-old told GulfWeekly. Sadly, the abstract artist's 10-year-old son Elliot Walsh died tragically in his sleep last year. The stated cause was Sudden Unexplained Death in Children – a medical term for a death that remains unexplained even after a thorough investigation, including an autopsy. A grieving Kylee-Jai could not get herself to go anywhere or do anything but as time passed, she began expressing herself through art and poetry. 'It was peaceful for me to go and paint there and I enjoyed the process,' said the animal lover, who has rescued two cats that were rejected by their mums. Indian expatriate and marketing professional Joylyn Fernandes' childhood passion for paper art grew into something bigger last year, when she decided to donate some of her work for an exhibition raising funds for Palestine. 'Since then, I have continued to raise funds for causes I am passionate about. 'I hand-cut my 'paper illustrations' after I create a rough digital rendition,' the 40-year-old self-taught arist from Janabiya, who has called Bahrain home for the last decade, explained. Joylyn co-founded registered local feline rescue charity Rescat in 2019. Since then, the volunteers have rescued and rehomed around 500 cats, with another 500 having undergone TNR; 'trap- neuter-return' is a method of controlling stray cat population. 'I have just started making art for this cause, but I plan to continue and invite more commissions. I am working on more pieces to sell and raise funds for TNR.' Bahraini branding and design creative Jenine Sharabi was sensitised to animals from a very young age. 'My mother, raised on a farm in the US, taught us to cherish animals, and my father's kindness reinforced that. When my family moved to Bahrain in 1989, my parents adopted Dusty, a remarkable black-and-white Bahraini Dilmun cat. Today, I share my home with four of them, alongside my toddler, who already adores them,' the 39-year-old from Budaiya said. The graduate from Central Saint Martins art and design college in London organises paint-and-sip events, proceeds of which are donated to Rescat. Her latest creation for the charity is a tote bag featuring a Dilmun cat. 'The Dilmun cat is a local treasure. All proceeds of these bags go toward Rescat's rescuing, rehoming, and TNR efforts,' the artist, who also created Rescat's brand identity, added.
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Breathtaking view to devour
Experience a magical weekend, filled with delicious food and beverages, at the Sheraton Bahrain Hotel. Set against the amazing Manama skyline, Brasero Atlántico invites guests to indulge in a unique blend of Argentinian cuisine. Talented chefs have masterfully prepared a selection of authentic dishes with traditional wood fire techniques, inspired by the rich heritage of the region. Guests can savour beverages from a meticulously curated menu, where each sip pays homage to the South American country's vibrant culture. Enjoy the lounge from 4pm to 2am and the restaurant from 7pm to 11pm. For reservations, call 17517715, WhatsApp, 38885482 or email Get ready for a flavour-packed day at the Wild Brunch. Indulge in delicious food and sip on handcrafted beverages, while live entertainment electrifies the atmosphere. It costs BD36net per person for soft beverages and BD46net per person for selected beverages, on Friday from 12.30pm to 5pm. Ladies can enjoy a special rate of BD23. Indulge in a fabulous three-course special lunch menu at Wild, where each dish promises to take guests on the ultimate gastronomic adventure. Available from Sunday to Thursday, noon to 3pm, guests can relish flavours from around the globe. It costs BD10.500net, inclusive of homemade iced tea. For more information, WhatsApp 38885408. Meanwhile, experience the delicious flavours of modern Persia at the Golestan Persian Grill, where a delightful menu, featuring an array of authentic dishes, will make for an unforgettable experience. It is open everyday for lunch from noon to 3pm and dinner from 7pm to 11pm, and on weekends from noon to 4pm and 7pm onwards. For reservations, call 17533533 or WhatsApp 38885409. Free yourself from stress and feel refreshed and radiant with a spa treatment. Available throughout the month, from Sunday to Thursday, the package costs BD60 for 60 minutes of an express back-and-shoulder or a foot-and-leg massage with an express facial. A second package includes a body scrub with ginger, sugar and salt, as well as a relaxing full-body massage. It costs BD75 for 90 minutes. For reservations, call 17517714 or WhatsApp 38885431.
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A Greek feast for all
The InterContinental Bahrain invites guests for its Greek-inspired brunch, blending traditions and good food in a vibrant, immersive celebration. Guests can enjoy a selection of appetisers, mains and desserts, alongside lively entertainment and cultural activities on June 28, 2pm to 6.30pm, at Rigani - Regency Tent. It costs BD18net with soft beverages and BD26net with selected beverages. Children aged six to 12 can enjoy the fun and fare for BD10. Meanwhile, explore fresh marine treasures, ocean-inspired beverages and more at the Regency Tent's seafood night, The Hook, every Thursday. It costs BD24net with soft beverages and BD32, inclusive of unlimited selected beverages, from 6.30am to 10.30pm. Feel the rhythm, taste the flavours and dance the night away at Downtown Bar's Latino Night. Enjoy live Latin beats, signature beverages inspired by Latin America, and delicious bites, making for the perfect weekend. It is available on Friday, June 27, at 7.30pm. Prices start from BD9net. Discover paradise with the hotel's floating breakfast-for-two in the heart of Manama. It is available everyday, from 9am to noon, at BD19 for two people.
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Small bites, great taste
THE Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay has curated an array of special dining experiences, inviting guests to savour a selection of cuisines from around the world this summer. Enjoy an authentic tapas experience at Bay View Lounge, where tastes and flavours will transport you to the Mediterranean. Perfect for sharing, casual dining or pre-dinner bites, the selection promises not just an epic dining event, but an all-round gastronomic adventure. Enjoy the experience with dishes such as patatas bravas, chicken croquettes with spicy tomato mayo, calamari and grilled octopus with creamy potato and paprika oil. It is available until August 2, from 11.30am to midnight. Prices start from BD7. Take your Friday plans up a notch with Bahrain Bay Kitchen's award-winning brunch. Indulge in fresh seafood, traditional Asian favourites, tandoori creations and more, all the while enjoying live entertainment. Children can look forward to their own buffet. It is available every Friday this month, from 1pm to 4pm. It costs BD35 inclusive of soft beverages and BD48 with a selected beverage package. Children under six years dine with the hotel's compliments, and children aged six to 12 enjoy a 50 per cent discount. Seafood enthusiasts can enjoy amazing Lebanese cuisine, served on the shores of Bahrain Bay, at Byblos. Delight in refreshing crab and smoked salmon salad, scallop and risotto, while enjoying a beautiful ambience. Available until June 30, from Tuesday to Sunday, 6pm to midnight, the offer costs BD52 for two people. Executive chef Brian Becher and his talented team at CUT by Wolfgang Puck have curated a special dining experience for guests to enjoy. It is available for lunch from Monday to Saturday, 12.30pm to 3pm; dinner on Monday, Tuesday and Saturday, 7pm to 11pm and Friday from 7pm to 11.30pm. All options are priced a la carte. It is also open for Friday Brunch from 12.30pm to 3pm, at BD70. Discover your inner glow through Biologique Recherche treatments, tailored exclusively to your skin's needs, at The Spa. The relaxing experience is available everyday, from 10am to 10pm. Prices start from BD70. For more information, call 17115500 or 17115046.
