There’s no better way to kick off the summer season in New York than attending Governors Ball, a three-day music festival showcasing some of today’s best musical acts. This year’s lineup included big hitters like Kid Cudi, Halsey and J. Cole. Names like KAYTRANADA and Flume were also part of the beefed up roster to provide attendees exciting and infectious dance floor sounds. To find a balance between being present and documenting experiences like these, Ray-Ban and Meta have teamed up to create smart glasses called Ray-Ban Stories. Wearing the stylish pair allows fans to go hands-free and truly live in the moment when watching their favorite artists go on-stage.
HYPEBEAST team members were on the ground at Governors Ball this past weekend. With Ray-Ban Stories on their faces, they were able to shoot and experience Skepta and Channel Tres’ stand out sounds and energetic stage presences on the first day. The smart glasses with Ray-Ban’s iconic Wayfarer design effortlessly recorded fast-paced moments like Channel Tres’ smooth choreography from a unique first-person perspective.
Governors Ball also attracts a fashion-conscious crowd of New York locals who use cutting-edge accessories to enhance their personal style. Ray-Ban Stories are not only a stylish option to update outfits but also to bring convenience for festival-goers who want to capture moments to share with others. The glasses are equipped with built-in cameras and open-ear speakers without sacrificing their stylish design. At Gov Ball in Queens, New York City’s skyline is a stunning background for taking outfit pictures while on the go. Instead of having to fully stop, take your phone and open the camera app just to capture the moment, Ray-Ban Stories make it easy to quickly take pictures of friends and the world around you.
Playboi Carti‘s performance was one of the festival’s most energetic sets. Fans reacted to the highly-anticipated moment by jumping up-and-down with so much fervor that the ground began to shake. In tightly-packed situation like this, Ray-Ban Stories’ capture button can be tapped for effortless recording, as opposed to shooting with the possibility of your phone being knocked off your hands. After capturing Carti’s performance, the HYPEBEAST team was able to upload their content to social media by using Facebook View.
KAYTRANADA was one of the last day closing acts at Governors Ball and he did not disappoint. The HYPEBEAST squad was lucky enough to catch his set and do some work on the dance floor. They photographed and video recorded unforgettable moments with ease through Ray-Ban Stories, never having to pull out their smartphones for content at any time. Luckily, the specs have the capacity to capture up to 30 videos or 500 photos. For when batteries run low, the glasses also come with a compact, portable charging case for ease of storage and use. With a sleek design and all the proper bells and whistles intact, festival fans will surely include these specs in their concert essentials.
Revisit great moments and memories from Governors Ball 2022 by checking out the above photos shot with Ray-Ban Stories. To purchase a pair of Ray-Ban Stories, which start at $299 USD, head to Ray-Ban stores, Ray-Ban.com, Ray-Ban’s Instagram Shop and SunglassHut.com. For those unable to decide which of the 28 styles to choose, visit Ray Ban’s Instagram Shop now to virtually try them on and see how each style looks on you.
