Disney’s “A Whole New Sound” Album Released, Plus Yellowcard’s “A Whole New World” Video

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September 7, 2024

A Whole New Sound: Disney’s Pop-Punk Tribute Album and Yellowcard’s “A Whole New World” Video

Get ready to rock out to your favorite Disney tunes in a whole new way! Disney has just released the highly anticipated album, A Whole New Sound, featuring a star-studded lineup of pop-punk bands reimagining classic Disney songs.

To kick off the album, Yellowcard has unveiled their powerful rendition of “A Whole New World” from Aladdin. The band’s signature sound, combined with the soulful vocals of Chrissy Costanza, breathes new life into this timeless tale of adventure and love. Her voice is incredible!

“There is nothing in my life that keeps me in tune with my inner kid more than my love of Disney,” said Yellowcard vocalist Ryan Key. “So, it is my pleasure to tell that kid that he and his best buds are in a band that has a song on an official Disney release!”

A Whole New Sound is a love letter to pop-punk fans, blending the energetic spirit of the genre with the timeless nostalgia of Disney classics. The album features tracks from New Found Glory, Plain White T’s, Simple Plan, Bowling For Soup, Mayday Parade, Tokio Hotel, Boys Like Girls, We The Kings, LØLØ, Magnolia Park, and Meet Me @ The Altar.

Here’s a sneak peek at the tracklist:

“Part of Your World” from The Little Mermaid by New Found Glory
“Remember Me” from Coco by Mayday Parade
“Can You Feel the Love Tonight” from The Lion King by Simple Plan
“I2I” from A Goofy Movie by Magnolia Park
“A Whole New World” from Aladdin by Yellowcard
“Go the Distance” from Hercules by We The Kings
“Surface Pressure” from Encanto by Plain White T’s
“You’ve Got a Friend in Me” from Toy Story by Meet Me @ The Altar
“You’ll Be in My Heart” from Tarzan by Boys Like Girls
“Colors of the Wind” from Pocahontas by Tokio Hotel
“Let It Go” from Frozen by LØLØ
“Friend Like Me” from Aladdin by Bowling For Soup

Yellowcard will also be performing their new song, along with other classics, at Epcot on September 8 and 9 as part of this year’s Eat to the Beat concert series. Check out the all new video below, and get ready to sing along to your favorite Disney tunes with a pop-punk twist! A Whole New Sound is available now on all major streaming platforms.

Construction Underway on the Plaza Restaurant in the Magic Kingdom

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September 7, 2024

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Construction Walls Are Up At The Magic Kingdom’s Plaza Restaurant

During a recent visit to Magic Kingdom, we noticed construction walls surrounding the main entrance of The Plaza Restaurant. The walls indicate that updates are underway, likely focused on the restaurant’s exterior façade, though the restaurant remains open for guests. Despite the visible construction, Disney’s website currently does not mention any ongoing work, and reservations continue to be available.

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The Plaza Restaurant is beloved for its turn-of-the-century elegance and casual dining atmosphere, offering a menu filled with classic American favorites. Guests can relax and enjoy its delicious offerings, from the Chicken Waldorf Sandwich to the decadent brownie sundae, while construction takes place. Regular operating hours remain unchanged, and the restaurant is available for both lunch and dinner service.

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If you’re planning to dine at The Plaza Restaurant during your next visit, rest assured that the construction won’t impact your ability to enjoy a meal, but do keep an eye out for any future updates regarding the refurbishment.

More October Dates Sell Out for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

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September 7, 2024

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Only a few available dates remain for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party!

If you are hoping to attend Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party this spooky season, but have not yet purchased your tickets, you may want to hop online and purchase them ASAP as the event is rapidly selling out!

We reported just 3 days ago that all of September was sold out for the party, and only 11 days in October had tickets available. Since that time three additional dates have sold out, leaving only 8 days in which tickets are still available for purchase!

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Currently, only October 1, 4, 18, 20, 21, 24, 25, and 27 have available tickets. Given the current trend, we anticipate all party dates to sell out in the coming weeks. In 2023, all Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Dates were sold out by September 30.

Disney Aspire Program for Cast Members Introduces Funding Cap and Removes Masters Program

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September 7, 2024

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Disney Aspire Program Introduces Annual Funding Cap and End of Master’s Program Offerings

Big changes are coming to the Disney Aspire program, an educational initiative that has helped many of Disney’s hourly Cast Members access higher education opportunities with 100% tuition coverage. Starting November 27, 2024, Disney Aspire will introduce an annual funding cap of $5,250 for in-network schools, significantly altering the program’s structure.

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First established in 2018, Disney Aspire allows eligible Cast Members to pursue a variety of educational programs without worrying about tuition, fees, or book costs. The new funding cap is a change in the program that will apply to all students enrolled after November 27, limiting the amount of financial coverage Disney will offer within a given year. The cap is currently set at $5,250 for in-network schools:

Bellevue University
Johnson & Wales University
Southern New Hampshire University
University of Massachusetts Global
University of Central Florida

The following schools are not currently rolled into the November 27 cap initiation date (although all schools will eventually be included in this cap):

California State University Fullerton
Fullerton College
North Carolina A&T State University
Penn Foster
Sophia Learning (College Start)
Valencia College

Related: Disney Halts Developing of The Graveyard Book Due to Sexual Assault Allegations

Additionally, the following schools are no longer considered In Network and thus cannot take any new enrollments:

Purdue Global
University of Arizona
University of Denver
Wilmington University
University of Florida

Along with these changes that go into effect in November, Masters Degree Programs and the Penn Foster Trade program have been ended immediately, although Aspire participants who have completed and submitted an application for these programs on or before September 5th will still be eligible for the Aspire program.

Don’t Miss the Giant Zebra Domes at Epcot Food and Wine Festival

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Catherine

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September 7, 2024

It’s a Zebra Dome Stampede at Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival!

The wildly popular Zebra Dome treats are causing a stampede around Epcot! That’s right, those melt-in-your-mouth mini masterpieces normally found at Boma and The Mara at Animal Kingdom Lodge are now roaming wild at the Refreshment Outpost during the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival.

Forget tiny! This year, Epcot’s serving up a GIANT Zebra Dome cake for the very first time. How delicious does that look?!

The Zebra Dome, otherwise known as Chocolate Amarula Mousse, is a colossal dome of rich mousse enrobed in a smooth white chocolate shell and adorned with the iconic zebra stripes. This beauty is more than just a dessert- it’s a full-on flavor safari!

For only $6.25, you can experience the legendary Zebra Dome magic without venturing all the way to Animal Kingdom Lodge. This delectable treat can be found at the Refreshment Outpost (between China and Germany).

The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival runs until November 23rd, 2024, so grab your spoon and get ready for a deliciously striped adventure!

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Raglan Road Irish Pub Celebrates Oktoberfeis Starting on Sept. 9th

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Sara

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September 7, 2024

Raglan Road Irish Pub Celebrates Oktoberfeis Starting on Sept. 9th

When an Irish festival (feis) combines with the renowned Munich tradition of Oktoberfest, you get Oktoberfeis, Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant’s inaugural Irish Oktoberfest beer festival happening from September 9th to October 6th.

Raglan Road will be pouring its Bavarian Irish Pumpkin Ale, brewed in collaboration with Crooked Can Brewing of Winter Garden, Florida. This classic amber pumpkin ale features Irish and German malt with a touch of pumpkin spice for an extra autumnal flavor. This exclusive Raglan Road brew, available on tap, will be served in authentic Oktoberfeis steins. But that’s not all.

Raglan Road Chef Mark O’Neill and his team will showcase an irresistible menu of Oktoberfeis dishes available a la carte or as a three-course dining experience. That special menu includes a Potato Pretzel with beer-braised caramelized onion and cheese sauce and Pork Chop Schnitzel with crispy skin on fried potato wedges mustard cream sauce, pear and shallot relish with fine-grated Parmesan. A sweet Oktoberfeis ending is a fall favorite: Apple Strudel with vanilla custard and vanilla mascarpone with oat crumble.

Cookes of Dublin, next to Raglan Road’s Hole in the Wall bar, will participate in the Oktoberfeis fun, serving the Bavarian Irish Pumpkin Ale in a can and offering a Pork Schnitzel Sandwich with pickled slaw, pear chutney, wholegrain mustard mayonnaise, and crispy fried onions.

“Oktoberfeis is celebrated in large throughout Ireland and other European cities every year, and we’re getting in on the beer-fest fun,” says Raglan Road General Manager Rachael Conroy. “We are all very excited to share some delicious tastes of fall— one of our favorite seasons!”

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Disney Data Leak Reveals Disneyland Guest Info and Genie+ Revenue

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Sara

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September 7, 2024

Disney Data Leak Reveals Disneyland Guest Info and Genie+ Revenue

A data leak that occurred earlier this summer compromised sensitive information from Disney. This included passport numbers of Disney Cruise Line crew members, contact details of guests from both Disney Cruise Line and Disneyland Resort, revenue data related to Genie+, and other confidential data.

The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) analyzed some of the 1.1TB of data compromised by the Russia-based hacktivist group Nullbulge in July. Nullbulge accessed Disney’s internal Slack platform and, according to WSJ, shared over 44 million messages, 18,800 spreadsheets, and 13,000 PDFs.

Among the leaked files were detailed revenue figures for Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu. While The Walt Disney Company doesn’t publicly disclose streaming service revenue, the spreadsheets suggest that Disney+ generated over $2.4 billion in the second quarter of 2024. This represents approximately 43% of the company’s direct-to-consumer entertainment revenue.

Another spreadsheet revealed revenue details from Disney Genie+, now called Lightning Lane Multi Pass. According to the leaked file, Genie+ at Walt Disney World generated over $724 million in pretax revenue between its launch in October 2021 and June 2024.

Additional data exposed information related to ad operations. This included political spending on Disney platforms and discussions about approving ad campaigns from competitors like Netflix.

One of the leaked spreadsheets contained the names and contact information of some Disneyland Resort guests with dining reservations. Another included personal details of Disney Cruise Line passengers, such as names, addresses, and phone numbers.

Passport numbers, visa details, places of birth, physical addresses, and current assignments of Disney Cruise Line staff members were also compromised in the data breach.

The leaked data included staff reactions to Disney’s conflict with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis over the Parental Rights in Education law (also known as the “Don’t Say Gay” law).

Slack is just one of the platforms Disney uses for internal communication, and no private messages between executives were part of the compromised data.

A Disney spokesperson stated, “We refuse to comment on unverified information that The Wall Street Journal allegedly acquired through illegal hacking activities.”

In an August regulatory filing, Disney informed investors that they were investigating the unauthorized release of data but that the incident had not affected and was unlikely to impact their operations or financial performance.

While Nullbulge uploaded the Disney data, security researchers believe the hack was carried out by a single individual based in the United States. Nullbulge claimed in a direct message on X that they accessed the data through a company manager of software development whose computer they compromised.

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Over 20 Characters Confirmed for Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios

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Sara

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September 7, 2024

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Over 20 Characters Confirmed for Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios

Walt Disney World announced in a social media video that several popular characters will be returning to this year’s Disney Jollywood Nights event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Disney announced that over 20 characters will be featured at Disney Jollywood Nights. The social media video showcased Mickey, Minnie, and Daisy in their festive Jollywood attire. Other returning favorites include Phineas and Ferb, Chip ‘n’ Dale Rescue Rangers, Santa Stitch, and Santa Duffy. As previously revealed, José and Panchito of the Three Caballeros will be making their first appearance at the event.

The following is a complete list of characters and their locations, as listed on the Disney Jollywood Nights website:

New to Disney Jollywood Nights in 2024
In 2024, several Characters will appear at Disney Jollywood Nights for the first time—including:

Baloo and King Louie from Talespin – appearing at Echo Lake
José Carioca or Panchito from The Three Caballeros – appearing at Animation Courtyard
Bo Peep or Lotso from the Toy Story movies – appearing at the entrance to Toy Story Land

Returning in 2024
Many Characters are returning to Disney Jollywood Nights in 2024, including:

Phineas and Ferb – appearing at Echo Lake
Max Goof as Powerline – appearing at Echo Lake
Rescue Rangers Chip ‘n’ Dale – appearing at Echo Lake
Santa Stitch – appearing at Celebrity Spotlight at Echo Lake
Santa Duffy – appearing at Santa’s Workshop at Grand Avenue
Edna Mode and Frozone from The Incredibles – appearing at Pixar Plaza
Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Daisy Duck – appearing on Hollywood Boulevard near Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
Goofy and Pluto – appearing by Pixar Plaza
Minnie Mouse – appearing at Red Carpet Dreams on Commissary Lane

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Will you be attending Jollywood Nights this year?

New Halloween Alien Sipper Coming to Disney World & Disneyland

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Sara

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September 7, 2024

New Halloween Alien Sipper Coming to Disney World & Disneyland

The Halloween Alien Sipper, originally announced for Disney Cruise Line, will soon be available at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort.

Disney recently announced on social media that the Halloween Alien Sipper, originally introduced on Disney Cruise Line, will be available at select locations throughout Disneyland Resort starting September 12th. This coincides with its debut on the cruise line. The sipper will also be available at Walt Disney World Resort in the near future.

The sipper features a Little Green Man from the “Toy Story” franchise dressed as Buzz Lightyear. This design complements the Alien Buzz Macaron, another Halloween Time treat available at Disneyland Resort.

The sipper features a purple strap adorned with images of Little Green Men. It’s holding a miniature jack-o’-lantern bucket filled with candy. The straw pops out from behind the character’s antenna. A fun touch is the Buzz Lightyear wings on the back, which can be activated with a purple button.

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New Bluey Minisodes Coming to Disney+ on October 7th

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Sara

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September 7, 2024

New Bluey Minisodes Coming to Disney+ on October 7th

Disney Branded Television revealed that the next seven “Bluey Minisodes” episodes will debut on Monday, October 7th. These short episodes will be available at midnight PDT on Disney+. Throughout the week, they’ll also be accessible on Disney Jr., Disney Channel, and Disney Jr. On Demand.

“Bluey Minisodes” are a collection of short, entertaining episodes featuring Bluey and Bingo. These one-to-three-minute clips showcase funny and heartwarming moments from their adventures. The first seven “Bluey Minisodes” were released on July 3rd. The premiere date for the final batch of seven episodes will be announced later. These stories delve deeper into the characters and world of “Bluey” through playful interactions and games. Created by Joe Brumm and produced by Ludo Studio, “Bluey Minisodes” are a delightful addition to the “Bluey” series.

New “Bluey Minisodes” to be released October 7^th on Disney+

“Tattoo Shop” – Dad visits the ‘tattoo shop’ where the kids give him some ink. Dad wants skulls and snakes, so he can look tough. But when the time comes to look, it’s not quite what Dad envisaged.
“Phoney” – After a big day everyone wants to sit back and listen to some relaxing music except Unicorse, who keeps getting ‘Phony’ to change the tune.
“Blocks” – When it’s time to go, Bluey and Bingo ask Nana to keep their tower from falling until they come back. Nana and Bob try to live in their smallish unit without knocking it over.
“Government” – Dad is using Bingo’s back as a typewriter to type a letter to the government demanding they do something about his errant children.
“Drums” – Bingo is in the music shop with Mum when she discovers an electronic drum kit and some headphones.
“Browny Bear” – Someone keeps tapping people on the shoulder and then vanishing, it’s very annoying! Mum enlists PI Browny Bear to investigate.
“Whirlpool” – The kids make a whirlpool in the paddling pool and then jump into the swirling current.

According to Nielsen, “Bluey” is the No. 1 most-watched series on streaming this year (2024) to-date among total viewers in the U.S., with over 35 billion minutes watched (584M hours). The series follows Bluey, a lovable and inexhaustible blue heeler dog who lives with her Mum, Dad and little sister, Bingo.

We can’t wait to see the new Bluey Minisodes! Are you a Bluey fan too?

Delightful Disney: Mickey and Minnie Pumpkin Candy Dispensers Add a Touch of Magic to Your Halloween

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Ana Leal

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September 6, 2024

Delightful Disney: Mickey and Minnie Pumpkin Candy Dispensers Add a Touch of Magic to Your Halloween

Halloween is just around the corner, and what better way to get into the spirit than with some adorable Disney merchandise? Cracker Barrel has just released a new line of Mickey and Minnie Pumpkin Candy Dispensers that are sure to be a hit with fans of all ages.

The Mickey and Minnie Pumpkin Candy Dispensers are available at Cracker Barrel stores nationwide, as well as online at BoxLunch Gifts. They retail for $9.99 as a set or a little over $3 individually at the store.

These charming dispensers feature Mickey and Minnie Mouse as jack-o-lanterns, with an opening in the back for easy access to your favorite candy. Each dispenser also comes with a bag of candy, so you can start enjoying your sweet treat right away.

The Mickey and Minnie Pumpkin Candy Dispensers are the perfect way to add a touch of Disney magic to your Halloween decorations. They are also a great gift for any Disney fan in your life.

So what are you waiting for? Head to Cracker Barrel or BoxLunch Gifts and pick up your Mickey and Minnie Pumpkin Candy Dispensers today!

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Look Frightfully Fashionable with The Haunted Mansion Baseball Cap

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Ana Leal

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September 6, 2024

Look Frightfully Fashionable with the Haunted Mansion Baseball Cap

Whether you’re a fan of the classic Disney film or the thrilling attraction at Animal Kingdom, you’ll be in grave danger of looking frightfully fashionable in this Haunted Mansion baseball cap.

This stylish cap features a white metal “THM” badge on the front and the attraction’s distinctive wallpaper design. The adjustable strap ensures a comfortable fit for all.

This Haunted Mansion baseball cap is the perfect way to show your love for one of Disney’s most iconic attractions. It retails for $34.99 and is available at Animal Kingdom.

Don’t be a “Foolish Mortal” and miss out on this must-have item!

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