Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions) Explained

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Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions)
Producer:Miley Cyrus
Starring:Miley Cyrus
Cinematography:Marcell Rév
Distributor:Disney+
Sony Music Entertainment
Runtime:42 minutes
Country:United States
Language:English

Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions) is an American documentary concert special directed by Jacob Bixenman and Brendan Walter, and starring American singer Miley Cyrus, released on Disney+ on March 10, 2023. It is a companion piece to her eighth studio album Endless Summer Vacation (2023), where Cyrus performs eight songs from the album alongside her single, "The Climb" (2009), while discussing the creative process behind the album.[1] [2] [3]

Synopsis

The official synopsis released to Disney+ states "Miley Cyrus takes the stage in this must-see, Disney+ music event, Miley Cyrus – Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions). For the first time ever, Miley performs songs from her highly anticipated eighth studio album, Endless Summer Vacation, including her hit single "Flowers", seven additional tracks from the album, plus a special performance. The global superstar's cinematic, one-of-a-kind performances are threaded together with exclusive interviews in the famed Los Angeles house where Frank Sinatra once lived, and where Miley shot the celebrated official music video for "Flowers". With this special, Miley opens the door to audiences around the world providing insight into her new album and the person she is today."[4]

Release and promotion

On March 3, 2023, Cyrus announced the television special to promote her eighth studio album, Endless Summer Vacation. The special is executive produced by Cyrus under her production company, Hopetown Entertainment, with Crush Management, and Columbia Records as co-producers.

Set list

  1. "Jaded"
  2. "Rose Colored Lenses"
  3. "Thousand Miles"
  4. "Wildcard"
  5. "Island"
  6. "Wonder Woman" (with Rufus Wainwright on piano)
  7. "The Climb"
  8. "River"
  9. "Flowers"

Endless Summer Vacation: Continued (Backyard Sessions)

An updated version of the special titled Endless Summer Vacation: Continued (Backyard Sessions) aired on ABC on August 24, 2023, before the release of her single "Used to Be Young" the day after. It was also released on Hulu on August 25 to stream.[5] The original interview is replaced by a new interview in which Cyrus reflects on career highlights.[6] Cyrus dedicated the performance of "Wonder Woman" to Sinéad O'Connor.[7]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Blistein . Jon . 2023-03-06 . Miley Cyrus Reviving the 'Backyard Sessions' for 'Endless Summer Vacation' Special . 2023-03-10 . Rolling Stone . en-US.
  2. Web site: Aswad . Jem . 2023-03-03 . Miley Cyrus and Disney Reunite for 'Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions)' . 2023-03-10 . Variety . en-US.
  3. Web site: Fekadu . Mesfin . 2023-03-03 . Miley Cyrus to Perform Songs From New Album on Disney+ Special 'Miley Cyrus — Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions)' . 2023-03-10 . The Hollywood Reporter . en-US.
  4. Web site: Miley Cyrus Endless Summer Vacation Backyard Sessions Disney+ . 2023-03-07 . www.disneyplus.com . en-GB.
  5. Web site: Petski . Denise . August 17, 2023 . Miley Cyrus To Release New Song “Used To Be Young” With ABC Special . August 22, 2023 . Deadline . en-US.
  6. Web site: Watch the Miley Cyrus Special 'Endless Summer Vacation: Continued (Backyard Sessions)' Thursday, August 24 on ABC. ABC. August 17, 2023. August 21, 2023.
  7. Web site: Lewis . Isobel . August 25, 2023 . Miley Cyrus grows emotional as she addresses Sinead O’Connor open letter and feud . August 25, 2023 . The Independent.