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Here's what Virgin Voyages' Scarlet Lady will sound like

Virgins Scarlet Lady record shop
Vinyl is back at Voyage Vinyl, Scarlet Lady's record shop with personal listening stations and curated items for sale RENDERING: Virgin Voyages
Virgin Voyages is returning to its Virgin brand roots by creating a music experience aboard Scarlet Lady that features a record shop, a private karaoke/gaming lounge and curated music and performances by up-and-coming artists and trendsetters.

Music residency program

A residency program will feature performances by world-class talent on ship and at destinations including The Beach Club at Bimini. Last month, Virgin announced the Grammy- and Oscar-winning DJ, songwriter and record producer Mark Ronson has committed to four performances at The Beach Club at Bimini in 2020.

The residency lineup will include the multi-platinum chart-topping artist, DJ, producer/remixer MK (Marc Kinchen), who has committed to one performance in 2020. The Grammy-nominated electronic music duo Sofi Tukker, known for 'Best Friend,' have also signed on.

Sonic identity

With the Virgin brand’s deep-rooted history in music, Virgin Voyages’ sonic identity will come to life aboard Scarlet Lady. Each space will have its own energy, developed by tastemakers and brought to life by up-and-coming talent and special guest performances. Virgin's sonic identity will have a home in electronic music, but also will incorporate other genres.

By 'electronic,' the line means all electronically programmed sounds, even those of more classic eras, and the early innovators of the sound from rare disco tracks, through to the '80s and other important periods. Calming sounds will be incorporated at the appropriate times to ensure moments of relaxation and rejuvenation.

WhiteLabel Creative

The brand is expanding its Creative Collective from design, food and entertainment to now include music. This entails WhiteLabel Creative, a group of music industry insiders who specialize in sensory branding and cultural programming for hospitality and lifestyle experiences. WhiteLabel Creative is responsible for developing the background sounds across Scarlet Lady and securing DJs for The Beach Club at Bimini’s residency program.

Voyage Vinyl

Scarlet Lady's record shop, Voyage Vinyl, will let sailors experience all eras and genres of music at personal listening stations. Limited-edition curated albums and special editions of classics will be on sale, along with music magazines, headphones and record players.

Voyage Vinyl also will double as a performance spot for live sets mixed by Scarlet Lady’s resident DJs.

The Groupie

Sailors can let loose at The Groupie, the ship's karaoke, gaming and movie lounge. Designed by Roman Coppola as a modernist take on a Japanese-style karaoke room, the venue will be available for booking.