Monthly Archives: January 2013

José James On New Album, Recording with Blue Note and Being Inspired by D’Angelo

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Quinn Peterson

Immediately after pressing play on José James‘ latest album, No Beginning No End, listeners hear a familiar sound, one that accurately channels D’Angelo‘s Voodoo. It’s not intended necessarily, but simply a natural, organic development, as James was not only madly … Continue reading →

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Nicholas Kirkwood Debuts Men’s Collection

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Yale Breslin

A few weeks ago, shoe designer Nicholas Kirkwood introduced his debut men’s collection (Nicholas Kirkwood Men’s) as part of the UK collections during London Fashion Week. His new range retails from $520 to $950 and is comprised of six main … Continue reading →

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The Blueprint: MOOG

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Life and Times

A key component for many of music’s seminal acts (Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Parliament-Funkadelic, to name few ) MOOG Synthesizers have have become as ubiquitous as guitars and drums for many bands. In this episode of The Blueprint, JAY Z‘s … Continue reading →

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Justin Timberlake Feat. JAY Z “Suit & Tie”

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Life and Times

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Should Rappers Do Reality TV Shows?

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Life and Times

They’re America’s guilty pleasure and the hip-hop community has embraced them, but does national exposure lead to more career success for rappers who do reality shows? Elliott Wilson debates the pros and cons and delivers his verdict on this episode … Continue reading →

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Inside The Oscar de la Renta-Designed Tortuga Bay

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Yale Breslin

Tortuga Bay, the luxury boutique hotel designed by iconic designer Oscar de la Renta, has been honored with the prestigious Commitment to Quality Award by The Leading Hotels of the World. And if you spend some time on the luxurious … Continue reading →

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Green Lantern: Trappin’ For Beats & The EDM “Invasion”

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Gabrielle Nicole Pharms

The recipe for a successful artist is inimitable originality combined with progression in ingenuity over time. Those two aforementioned qualities are what set apart the temporary junk food artists versus that of a timeless legend. DJ Green Lantern’s longevity, versatility … Continue reading →

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Black On Both Sides: Exploring African Identity at The Walther Collection

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Life and Times

The ongoing three-part photography series “Distance and Desire” at The Walther Collection in Chelsea explores themes of African identity. Here, Life + Times sits down with art collector and founder, Artur Walther, as we chronicle part one, “Archival Encounters,” in … Continue reading →

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Shining A Light On Schoolhouse Electric

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Yale Breslin

Meet Schoolhouse Electric, a brand that was launched in 2003 and has since come to embody a movement in interior design – older products reworked and reinvented for a modern time period. Here, owner and founder Brian Faherty shines some … Continue reading →

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Road To Brooklyn: Clark Kent x Kris Humphries

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Life and Times

As one of Brooklyn’s finest, there’s no better tour guide for BK than DJ Clark Kent. In this episode of “Road to Brooklyn,” Clark takes the Brooklyn Nets’ Kris Humphries to his barber shop and sneaker spots. Click here to … Continue reading →

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