Global recording artists and music hit machine, Black Eyed Peas will be participating in 2018 Sundance Film Festival with their entry, “Masters of the Sun-Virtual Reality Experience”, an official selection of the New Frontier Competition.
The multi-platform entertainment property is based on their first graphic novel, “Masters of the Sun – The Zombie Chronicles” (Marvel Comics). The band members will be participating in multiple activities, including attending the world premiere of “Masters of the Sun-Virtual Reality Experience” on January 19, 2018.
The graphic novel comes to life through VR, featuring an all-star voice cast comprised of some of Hollywood and hip hop’s most authentic artists including Rakim, Queen Latifah, Jamie Foxx, Jason Isaacs, Slick Rick, and KRS-One. Stan Lee, 95 year old comic industry legend narrates, and the original score was co-produced by both Black Eyed Peas’ will.i.am and Academy Award-winning composer, Hans Zimmer (Dark Knight Trilogy, The Lion King).
As part of the planned events, the Black Eyed Peas will be hosting a benefit dinner for the i.am.angel foundation on January 20. The Masters of the Sun “A Dinner For Change” artists-for-action evening, co-hosted by Black Eyed Peas, Rosario Dawson, KRS-One, and Rakim (Park City, location provided when ticketed.) Tickets & Sponsorships: Ryan Heil rheil@axcessent.com.
