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Consume, Consume, Consume!
Art becomes another consumable commodity under capitalist dynamics, losing its essence and depth in a profit-driven global market.
3 Hours at a Café in Copenhagen
A bustling café on a November day in Copenhagen; as three hours pass, what unfolds, how do people converse, how do they behave, and what is it like to feel present without actually being here?
Alligator Tears
Doechii, the fierce rap visionary from Tampa, just rewrote the rulebook with Alligator Bites Never Heal—a raw, unapologetic mixtape born from defiance and self-discovery.
The Wizard of Oz
Nearly a century old, The Wizard of Oz remains a cultural cinema reference, evoking a mix of nostalgia, colorful visuals, and dark behind-the-scenes drama.
Meet Hala Tawil
Hala Tawil, a digital artist, explores modern alienation through architecture-inspired works, recently featured at the "No Play Time" exhibition in HuidenClub Rotterdam, reimagining mundane furnishings.
Fallin’
Pumpkin spice latte, we all say in unison, as autumn brings a refreshing twist to fashion and lifestyle, celebrated with cozy trends and traditional festivities that warm the spirit.
Chronically Online
The 'influencer era' saturates online content with creator-curated material, resulting in a monotone flow of unoriginal content that often promotes unrealistic lifestyles.
What's New in Rock - October 2024
October's rock landscape buzzes with the latest releases, live tour updates, and cultural shifts, with a careful note on sensitive topics like grooming and sexual assault.
Roma Jazz Festival
The Roma Jazz Festival celebrates the fusion of global influences and technological advancements in jazz, emphasizing its role in societal and cultural discourse.
Songs of a Lost World
The Cure's Songs of A Lost World album poignantly captures themes of mortality and the human condition, reflecting contemporary global sentiments through music.
Into the Mist
The base of any journey into the natural world is often its most fruitful, with any deviation from the intended path proving serendipitous if conditions are right and needs gently eased.
Oat Milk Drinking, Togo Lovers
Modern urban dwellers, often misrepresented in media, navigate societal criticisms and economic challenges while indulging in personal lifestyle choices that reflect broader cultural shifts.
The Great Impersonator
Halsey’s album The Great Impersonator candidly portrays the personal and existential struggles shaped by health and fame, reflecting on mortality and emotional vulnerability.
GattoToro x NOVE
Milano's punk scene is energized by GattoToro and NOVE, a duo that merges distinct artistic styles into a collaborative music venture marked by creativity and unexpected success.
Teun Hocks
Teun Hocks' work represents a unique genre of mixed-medium magical realism in The Netherlands, and provokes the highest levels of our imagination.
The Ugly Truth
With music biopics booming, could the grittier upcoming films on Dylan and Springsteen, backed by the artists themselves, break the mold in 2025 after a year of polished tributes?
Echoes of Home
Through art and music, Ukrainian voices resonate in Berlin, highlighting resilience, cultural identity, and the fight for justice amid full-scale occupation.
Young Dadi
David Daniloski, known as Young Dadi, is a singer-songwriter from Skopje who started his career during Covid, refining his sound to reach audiences locally and internationally.
What Do Men Want
The deep-rooted challenges facing modern men reveal pressing issues in gender dynamics and mental health, shaped by economic, social, and personal changes.
Art x Lagos ‘24
The ninth edition of the international art fair Art x Lagos brought the theme of "Promised Lands", once again showcasing and promoting African contemporary art to the global art world.