Some collectors treat artworks like poker chips and flip work by young artists. That’s not Brian Donnelly. Now his finds star in a show. (NYT)
Kareem Rahma’s American Dream
The creator and host of Subway Takes and Keep the Meter Running makes New Yorkers - and the Democratic presidential ticket - explain themselves.
(NYT)
On the Road With Ken Carson
Six shows and one big tour bus with the controversial face of a new generation of rap. (Pitchfork)
The rapper was released from jail last week after a surprise guilty plea. For 15 years, a set of strict requirements will govern his life and music. (NYT)
Lily Allen’s Feet Pics and the Broken Music Biz
Fact checking the misleading posts about the record industry vs the creator economy. (Drowned in Sound)
Revisit: Harmony Korine, This Mess We’re In…
From issue #27. (Monster Children)
Talking Interviews With Eric Swisher of The Chrome Ball Incident
Question and answer interviews have long been a predominant format for skateboarding journalism. To unpack how they became so ubiquitous and decipher what, exactly, makes for a good one, the script was flipped on Eric Swisher (“Chops”) of the esteemed blog, The Chrome Ball Incident.
(Skate Bylines)
A Conversation With Aaron Levine
Our friend and collaborator on design inspiration, life lessons and wearing black. (Drake's)
Some Good News for Men Who Love Weird Pants
The Swedish brand Our Legacy finally gets investment from LVMH. (NYT)
Should You Wear Just One Brand for the Rest of Your Life?
Committing yourself to a single designer’s vision, GQ’s Noah Johnson argues, is a perfectly valid way to develop your personal style. (GQ)
A new version of the sugar tax threatens to hit the frappuccino for the first time. Maddy Mussen agrees that we need to put up a fight against the insanely sweet Big Frap. (The Standard)
“Get drunk in the middle of the afternoon if you can afford to,” advises the Belfast-born cook, whose new, cash-only restaurant is attracting Brits in pursuit of a boozy and anti-fascist lunch. (Interview)
The Last Seat
Tim Hayward on the many joys of a table for one. (Drake's)
Waiting for the Balthazar Election-Night Champagne Toast That Didn’t Happen
Foster Kamer watches the needle - and Keith McNally’s mood - as hope for a celebration fades in Soho. (GQ)
