May 2011
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vintage revival montlhery 2011
Amazing photo coverage of the Vintage Revival at the famous Linas-Montlhéry circuit via Southsiders.
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matthias heiderich & his "color berlin" campaign
This is what Heiderich wrote about himself on his website; “Hi, my name is Matthias. I am a self-taught photographer. Currently I am living and working in Berlin, Germany.” A man who lets his work speak for itself. Check out some installments from his “Color Berlin” photo manipulation series.
Beautiful.
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karl lagerfeld the director
It seems there is no end to the swagger that is Karl Lagerfeld. That is probably why he designs for the French fashion house, CHANEL, and many other super-luxury brands. Famous for his designs and photography campaigns, Lagerfeld is currently conquering the world of film direction. In the past two months, four works by him have surfaced and are commanding a lot of attention. I have compiled all...
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WatchNice video by Thelma Magazine promoting the upcoming Spirit of the Black Dress Show in Australia.
Info about SOTBD show from their site:
“We are a group of independent recent graduates from different backgrounds committed to raising the profile of emerging fashion and increasing international appreciation for Australian design. We run an annual Fashion Photography Exhibition that showcases...
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kanye west X george condo X m/m (paris)
M/M (Paris) release this press release a couple days ago. Direct from M/M (Paris):
“Last Fall, Kanye West asked M/M (Paris) to design the album packaging for My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. West had commissioned George Condo to create a series of paintings featuring the characters who populate his musical fantasies.
During the creative process, M/M (Paris) created a series of hand drawn...
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anais pouliot for numero 123 by sean and seng
Anais Pouliot is shot beautifully for a fashion editorial in Numero issue #123 photographed by Sean and Seng.
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big k.r.i.t.
Big K.R.I.T. (King Remembered In Time) is going to be a superstar. Last year, hip-hop reinvigorated my thirst with new and exciting artist releases. B.o.B., J. Cole, Wale and Kid Cudi were the main freshman of 2010 with a side jab from Odd Future, but this year so far has all been Big K.R.I.T.
Another rapper/producer is taking the stage and it seems that hip-hop artists are becoming more...
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kate moss X dior X vogue brazil X vogue paris
I don’t think there are many women out there with more swagger than Kate Moss. I also don’t know how to express in words how big a fan I am of hers and she is everywhere this month!
She is stunning again in Dior Lipstick’s Spring 2011 campaign aptly named, Dior Addicts shot by David Sims.
Vogue Brazil May 2011 by Mario Testino
Vogue Paris May 2011 by Mert &...
April 2011
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in rotation
In rotation in the deck for the weekend. Old, new, whatever. I seem to be liking that word these days… whatever.
1. Smith Westerns - Weekend 2. Saigon - Clap ft. Faith Evans 3. Pharcyde - She Said 4. Pharcyde - Somethin’ That Means Somethin’ 5. Mos Def - History ft. Talib Kweli 6. Wet - Snoop Dogg 7. Lykke Li - Love Out Of Lust 8. Lykke Li - Youth Knows No Pain 9. The Strokes...
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wu-tang X blue note
Graphic designer Logan Walters has done an interesting thing. “A sampling of some classic Wu-Tang covers, redesigned with a vague Blue Note Records aesthetic.” Definitely easy on the eyes.
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i like pictures
Photo roll for the weekend.
Diamond Messages’ album art.
Liz Ham for Helmet #2 featuring models Georgia Fowler, Zippora Seven, Grace Hollows and Jenny Sweeny.
Constance Jablonski for Numero, April 2011.
Abbey Lee Kershaw by Hedi Slimane.
Amazing shoot by Anais Pouliot for Vogue Russia, April 2011 with models Cordelia K and Kristians Silis via Fashion Gone Rogue.
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korean indie... hallyu is official
It’s been a while since my last post. Life has been busy. Whatever.
As I get back on track to updating my personal diary of things that interest me, I tell myself that some things really are intriguing. Hallyu, also known as the Korean Wave, is sweeping across Asia. South Korean pop-culture is dominating Asian music, television and movies. Originally a term coined by Chinese journalists,...
February 2011
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freshman class debuts
Amazing post by Jey Johnson88 for Boxden.
Check out these freshman debuts during an era considered the golden years of hip-hop. There are a couple years with some amazing debuts that are not included, but this list is pretty amazing.
Here is a list if you don’t know…
1987 1. Paid in Full (Exp) by Eric B. & Rakim 2. Yo Bum Rush the Show by Public Enemy 3. Criminal...
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batman
As casting reports have been confirmed for the third installment of Christopher Nolan’s vision of Batman, my anticipation for the film keeps growing. Previous to Nolan’s rendition of the superhero, I was a die-hard believer that the Tim Burton and Michael Keaton combo would be the end-all-be-all version of the hero. I don’t know if any of the current actors can surpass...
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jack white & jay-z
It was rumored May 26th of last year that two of my favorite artists, Jack White and Jay-Z, had hit the studio together to record Ray Bans with Amy Winehouse in the mix as well. It was later revealed that the photos were from Glastonbury in 2008 and that the set of photos were taken at different times (as proven by Jack White’s hair). Still, I wish this was true instead of us getting a fail...
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adele - 21
Adele’s sophomore album 21 is set to be released 2.22.11. If you are lucky like me (muhahaha), you have already heard this album and know that it is a definite purchase. A little more pop than Adele’s first album, 19, 21 has no problems strengthening Adele’s staying power.
Adele - 21
Adele - Rolling In The Deep
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January 2011
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turnstyle turntable by r.d. silva
Great post at Yanko Design about Turnstyle’s turntable designed by R.D. Silva.
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matthew porter photography
These photos/chops by Matthew Porter capture exactly what I’d like to do everyday…terrorize the streets with my car. Menace, WOOT!
110 Junction
Airport Road
Blue Ridge Parkway
Downtown
Empire
Highland Park
Storage
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the light - david banner feat. 9th wonder
The Light - David Banner feat. 9th Wonder from the album Death of a Pop Star. Pretty sick album. Go pick it up!
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December 2010
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eminem - syllables feat. jay-z , dr.dre & 50 cent
Syllables is a new track by Eminem featuring Jay-Z, Dr. Dre and 50 Cent that leaked recently. Sick. Talked about a stacked ass track. Enjoy!
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matthew brookes editorial for december issue of gq...
Written by Carl for The Fashionisto.
“Jeremy Dufour, Viggo Jonasson, Linus Gustin and Adnan Djinovic appear together in the December edition of GQ Italia for another classic editorial from Matthew Brookes. Styled by Andrea Tenerani and Vilnius, the scrappy lot manage to come out on top with a refined image.”
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bike shelf by chris bringham
Since I live in the city in the limited space of a studio, this bike shelf by Chris Bingham of furniture seemed so relevant to me. Functional yet aesthetically pleasing. Originally posted by Mini Boss for Trendland.
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odd future aka (ofwgkta)
Thanks to Fast Eddie of the SO~SO’s for putting me on this. Odd Future Wolf Gang Kill Them All (OFWGKTA) is the future. Call it what you will, shock-rap, dystopian hip-hop, it’s refreshing to hear something other than Train and their number 1 selling song on iTunes for 2010.
Here is an article by Sean Fennessey posted on Pitchfork which pretty much sums up this group. ”Odd...
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pic of the day - theo gosselin
The picture of the day is by Theo Gosselin. Subtle sexiness.
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anz centre - hassell
Words by Andrew Rosenberg for Arch Daily.
“Located in Melbourne’s Docklands, the building’s fluid forms are inspired by its riverside setting and the external colour palette is derived from nature, ranging from earth tones at ground level to light blue sky references at the upper levels. Despite its large scale, ANZ Centre provides an opportunity to make small scale engagements with its...
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tribute to alexander mcqueen by nick knight
Posted by Cyril Style for Trendland.
“During the British Fashion Awards, Nick Knight introduced his short film tribute to Alexander McQueen. The 3.27min film was directed by Knight and set to an exclusive soundtrack by Björk styled by Edward Enninful, and features solely black models in the best of McQueen’s archives.
Celebrating the breathtaking imagination and groundbreaking designs of...
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in the tape deck - dannygoodnews mixtape 3.5
Well technically Ipod to auxiliary and technically this is DannyGoodNews Mixtape 3.5, but who’s checkin… enjoy!
Phantogram - A Mouthful Of Diamonds from the album Eyelid Movies
Phantogram - When I’m Small from the album Eyelid Movies
The Black Angels - Bad Vibrations from the album Phosphene Dream
The Joy Formidable - Austere from the album A Balloon Called Morning...
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dannygoodnews mixtape 3 - welcome to the world of
DannyGoodNews Mixtape 3 - Welcome To The World Of is up and running! Be on the lookout for DannyGoodNews Mixtape 4 coming soon.
Tracklist [Song, Artist, Album]
1. Welcome To The World Of - T.I. feat Kanye West - No Mercy 2. Beast Mode - B.o.B. - No Genre Mixtape 3. All Of The Lights - Kanye West - My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy 4. Did It On Em - Nicki Minaj - Pink Friday 5. Hell...
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dunlin ny
Levent OZLER for Dexinger writes, “Dunlin New York has recently revamped its Williamsburg storefront by bringing its artisan workshop into public view. Now visitors can see the pieces as they are made. The shop decor conjures up the nostalgia of a 19th century leather salon, where patrons are invited to talk with the designers over a glass of wine.”
Nice store, nice concept and...
November 2010
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national geographic photo contest 2010
Text via Huffington Post. “The 2010 National Geographic Photo Contest attracts thousands of imaginative and amazing photos from around the world. People can still submit their photos in three categories — People, Places, and Nature — until November 30. The first-place winner in each category will receive $2,500, and have their winning photograph published in National Geographic...
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life of a don [perajok mix] - kanye west feat. lil...
In celebration of Kanye West’s My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy album leak and Lil Wayne’s release from incarceration, I post this banger that came off the G.O.O.D. ASS Mixtape a couple months ago.
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the art of drug seizure - time magazine
Time Magazine posted photos from various drug seizures around the world. It interested me because drugs and drug trafficking are major issues around the world today (especially in our neighbor country of Mexico), and the photographs are well taken. All images and captions are from Time Magazine and their affiliates.
Cali, Columbia 2008 | by Carlos Julio Martinez [Getty Images] + A sniffer dog...
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kid cudi - man on the moon 2: the legend of mr....
KiD CuDi’s highly anticipated album, Man On The Moon 2: The Legend of Mr. Rager, is slated for a November 9th release. Unfortunately, a lot of the songs from his upcoming album have been leaked. It is rumored that KiD CuDi is already back in the studio recording his rock album set to release sometime in 2011. From the previews I have heard, it looks to be an innovative album. Enjoy, and...
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cee lo green - the lady killer
Cee Lo Green has released his first solo effort since his Gnarles Barkley success with famed producer Danger Mouse. It is a very enjoyable album to say the least. Enjoy the preview and don’t forget to support these amazing artists!
Cee Lo Green - The Lady Killer
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October 2010
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verizon iphone slowly becoming truth
via CNN
Get ready for Verizon’s ‘Dream Phone’
October 29, 2010 3:00 AM
The soon-to-be-unveiled Verizon iPhone is the answer to many consumers’ prayers. But a deal with Apple will test the company that Ivan Seidenberg has spent his career building.
By Sarah Ellison, contributor
The most talked-about cellphone in America is one that doesn’t officially exist:...
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my picks for paris fashion week spring/summer 2011
I love the growth of the internet. Now instead of posting stills from highlights of each design house, I can post the videos of the shows yay! Here are some collections that impressed me.
Christophe Decarnin for Balmain SS 2011
Jean Charles de Castelbajac SS 2011
Yohji Yamamoto SS 2011
Wunderkind SS 2011
Maison Martin Margiela SS 2011
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nominees for the red dot: grand prix
via red dot
“With more than 12,000 submissions from more than 60 countries, the international “red dot design award” is the largest and most renowned design competition in the world. It is divided into the “red dot award: product design”, the “red dot award: communication design” and the “red dot award: design concept.” The award-winning products are put before an international public in...
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bet hip hop awards 2010 | the cypher
The homie Ash put me on this while we were in Seoul. The first cypher he showed me was with Mos Def, Eminem, Black Thought and dj’d by Premier. I was thinking, whoever put this together is a genius. Delving a little deeper after I got to the states, I realized these cyphers were promotional tools for the 2010 BET Hip Hop Awards airing Oct. 15th. Regardless of what they were for, each cypher...
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seoul, korea
I just got back from a trip to South Korea. I took a little bit of a hiatus with my posts, but things should be back to normal now. I had a great time at an old friend’s wedding and wanted to share some things I experienced during my trip.
Korea is very forward when considering design. Here are some pictures of a modern house “designed by Finish architect Sami Rintala as part of the...
September 2010
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mercedes-benz fashion week new york for spring...
The Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is coming to a close today. Designers unveiled their Spring 2011 collections. I am posting some that interested me. Photos courtesy of Fashion Gone Rogue.
Jeromy Scott Spring 2011. High-end streetwear executed well.
Ralph Lauren Spring 2011. Always classic.
Derek Lam Spring 2011. Nicely done.
Rag & Bone Spring 2011. Always a fan.
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gabbani: branding an identity through marketing...
Cyril Style wrote a piece for Trendland about Gabbani’s new identity for 2010 created by Demian Conrad. Gabbani is a famous Italian Delicatessen and Demian Conrad Design is a famous creative studio based in Laussanne and Bellinzona. When you put the two together, you get something like this.
This is, simply put, classic use of graphic design. For more on this story, follow the...
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apple video games: apple declares war on nintendo,...
I just came across this article by Chris Morris on CNBC. Steve Jobs is gangster. Literally he says, I already pwn you so let me pwn you some more. LOL!
Apple might have shined its spotlight Wednesday on Apple TV and the new iPods, but at the same time, it had a clear message for the video game industry: We’re coming for you—and it’s going to be an ugly fight.
Flickr: hairygrumpyApple to the...
August 2010
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wale - more about nothing
I’ve been on a music tip recently. I am not a critic by any means, but when I hear something good I get this feeling inside that is unexplainable. Fuck a genre…good music is good music. And fuck what people say. What you like is what you like. Be proud of it.
Hip-hop has been on an upswing the past couple of years, imo (in my opinion for you floozies out there). New stars are emerging...
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women in music
Life is busy. Busy is good. I am blessed to be busy. LOL.
Aaaaaanyways, my girlfriend recently asked me to submit a playlist of music I thought would match the image and audience of POWERBAR. She directs at an ad agency and POWERBAR is one of their clients. I submitted a half-assed playlist due to time issues, but it went well I think. In lieu of that, I made the DannyGoodNews Mixtape #2 for her...
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the roaring twenties
So is the Roaring 20’s going to be the next whored out trend by media and fashion? I’d be pretty skeptical if I saw some half-assed attempts at revisiting this era, but it seems promising.
Boardwalk Empire is my most anticipated show for the Fall 2010 season. Airing on HBO, Boardwalk Empire has been written by Terence Winter (The Sopranos creator), and the show’s pilot is being ...