Monthly Archives: October 2013

Tech N9ne Talks JAY Z, Juggalos, and Commercial Success

Posted on October 28, 2013 by Kathy Iandoli

The name Tech N9ne means many things to many people. His tight-knit gigantic network of fans might know him as the leader of the Strange Music empire, complete with an arsenal of bars that are far beyond the formulaic hip-hop … Continue reading →

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A Statement From Shawn “JAY Z” Carter

Posted on October 26, 2013 by SC

This collaboration lives in a place of giving and is about the Foundation. I am not making a dime from this collection; I do not stand to make millions, as falsely reported. I need to make that fact crystal clear. … Continue reading →

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Furniture Designer Alexandra Von Furstenberg Speaks About Her Namesake Brand

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Yale Breslin

She may have ties to designer Diane Von Furstenberg, but by no means is contemporary furniture designer Alexandra Von Furstenberg hiding in his famous mother-in-law’s shadows. AVF is the founder of her namesake furniture and accessories line made out of … Continue reading →

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Life+Times Premiere: Kid Cedek “WTF IS A GENRE” EP

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Life and Times Posted in Music | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

The Internet Loves Music, Lunchables, And Combatting Writer’s Block

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Kathy Iandoli

Syd Tha Kyd and Matt Martians, collectively known as The Internet, released their follow-up album Feel Good last month, with pockets full of funk, soul, and everything else that the duo is passionate about. Underneath it all though, they’re two … Continue reading →

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Erin Wasson Talks “Styled To Rock,” Designer Newcomers, and Working With Rihanna

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Kathy Iandoli

On Friday, October 25th, Rihanna will join the ranks of other noteworthy celebs with her own fashion-based reality competition show called Styled To Rock. The show, airing on Bravo, combines two of Executive Producer RiRi’s favorite things: fashion and music. … Continue reading →

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Zola Jesus Speaks on New Album “Versions,” Progression, and Motivation

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Gabrielle Nicole Pharms

The true art behind a memorable album is its ability to paint a vivid picture for the listener. Whether the impression from the album is created via intense guitar riffs, seraphic vocals, or another means lies in the hearer – … Continue reading →

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Director George Tillman Jr. Speaks On Making “The Inevitable Defeat of Mister & Pete”

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Yale Breslin

  The Inevitable Defeat of Mister & Pete is a beautifully observed and tremendously moving film about salvation through friendship and the way transformation sometimes can happen just by holding on long enough. During a sweltering summer in New York … Continue reading →

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“Business As Usual” With Frank The Butcher

Posted on October 23, 2013 by Kai Acevedo

Even in an era where wearing many hats is the new norm, Frank The Butcher manages to set himself apart from his peers. As a creative director, brand manager, designer, writer, co-host and record producer he’s collaborated with established brands … Continue reading →

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Director Fabien Constant Speaks on His Carine Roitfeld Doc “Mademoiselle C”

Posted on October 23, 2013 by Yale Breslin

  Fabien Constant is the director behind Mademoiselle C, the new film that chronicles the life, work, and personality of Carine Roitfeld. Roitfeld, a global fashion icon who spent a decade at the helm of French Vogue, now runs CR … Continue reading →

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