Monthly Archives: July 2013

The Genesis: Allen Stone

Posted on July 31, 2013 by Life and Times

As a “skinny, white hippy kid from the backwoods of Washington,” Allen Stone is making current soul music that feels timeless. Growing up in a small community where he had to hide his musical talent because it was only cool … Continue reading →

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Ksubi Eyewear: AD/BC Summer 2013

Posted on July 31, 2013 by Yale Breslin

Ksubi’s 2013 eyewear collection is a nod to religion, royalty and, Old World luxury. With decorative detailing in ornate gold acetates, luxe metals and mirrored lenses, the eyewear reflects the Baroque undertones of the ready-to-wear AD/BC collection. Following the continues … Continue reading →

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EA Sports Developer Shawn Graddy Gives The Inside Scoop On “Madden 25”

Posted on July 31, 2013 by Andreas Hale

Madden NFL is entering a benchmark year. Not only will this be the 25th anniversary of the football franchise, but this will also be the year that both the Xbox One and the Playstation 4 are released and we can … Continue reading →

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Bloody Beetroots On New Album “Hide,” Working With Paul McCartney, and Dennis Lyxzén of Refused

Posted on July 30, 2013 by Gabrielle Nicole Pharms

The longevity of an artist is not solely based on his or her ability to churn out hits. EDM pioneer and innovator Sir Bob Cornelius Rifo, better known as The Bloody Beetroots, has produced electro house and punk infused dance … Continue reading →

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Nobu Hotel at Caesars Palace Debuts in Las Vegas

Posted on July 30, 2013 by Yale Breslin

The first ever Nobu Hotel, a masterful collaboration between Caesars Palace, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and Nobu Hospitality’s primary shareholders (actor Robert De Niro and Hollywood film producer Meir Teper), is now officially open at Caesars Palace. The 181-room boutique hotel … Continue reading →

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Respect The Shooter: Alexandra Carr Discusses Her Book of Paz de la Huerta Photos

Posted on July 30, 2013 by Yale Breslin

Photographer Alexandra Carr met Paz de la Huerta – the actress and one-time star of Boardwalk Empire – in New York City in 2007, shortly before Paz became the celebrity she is today. The two agreed to collaborate on a photo … Continue reading →

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DECODED: Arlissa “Sticks and Stones”

Posted on July 29, 2013 by Life and Times

London native, Arlissa, serenades JAY Z’s Life+Times revealing the relationships and inspiration behind her song “Sticks and Stones.”

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Celebrating 100 Years of Aston Martin

Posted on July 29, 2013 by Tamara Warren

The hundredth anniversary of Aston Martin is cause for a proper English celebration. Life + Times attended Aston Martin’s official five-day birthday party in London this July to commemorate the occasion of the luxury carmaker’s centenary. Aston Martin is British … Continue reading →

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Hiatus Kaiyote Talks Growing Global Buzz

Posted on July 29, 2013 by Quinn Peterson

The power of the Web has been in full effect for Hiatus Kaiyote, a multidimensional band from Melbourne, Australia creating “future-soul” grooves. Since releasing their debut album Tawk Tomahawk in April 2012, word of the four person group has spread across … Continue reading →

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Watch The Preview of JAY Z “Picasso Baby: A Performance Art Film”

Posted on July 26, 2013 by Life and Times

JAY Z presents an unprecedented performance experience. The world premiere of “Picasso Baby: A Performance Art Film” debuts Friday, August 2 at 11PM EST on HBO. Check out the preview above and tune in to Real Time with Bill Maher … Continue reading →

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