The Baltimore group toiled in the underground until its 2021 LP blew up. With a new album, Never Enough, it’s testing the limits of a genre and a fandom. (NYT)
“People Think I’ve Gone Crazy”: Indie Sensation Cameron Winter on Leaving Crowds in Tears with His Wild Lyrics and Supernatural Voice
He is just 22 yet he is already being compared to Dylan, Cohen and Waits. The Geese frontman talks about the joys of going solo, employing a five-year-old bassist – and why God deserves a shout out. (The Guardian)
More than 25 years after the release of Air’s seminal debut album, the French duo enlist Vegyn to breathe new life into Moon Safari. They sit down together to discuss the process. (Mixmag)
What’s inspiring DJ Python?
The much-loved NYC producer/DJ pioneered the deep reggaeton sound. Turns out he’s also into incense, biblical phrases and music from the Romantic period. (The Face)
Herb Sundays 150 Complete: Selected Herbal Works [1-150]
Curating the curators: One track from each Herb, part one. (Herb Sundays)
Skate Muzik – Village Psychic
Milan's G. Quagliano repurposes the soundtracks of classic skate videos to create hour long mixes for your listening pleasure. (NTS)
“I’ve Met People With Tattoos of It”: Andy Vella on Shooting The Cure’s Boys Don’t Cry Album Cover
“The guitar, the hair, the mystery – I think I captured who The Cure are with this picture. When I showed it to Robert Smith and the band’s manager, they jumped up and down.” (The Guardian)
In just a few years, the New York-based artist has carved out an enviable career painting outside the confines of memory. So what happens when he’s forced to take things a little slower? (SSENSE)
It Turns Out Spiritual Journeys Are a Thing
Juliana Salazar’s darkest night led to an awakening and transatlantic move. She can’t recommend it enough. (Byline)
Power Houses
Inside the living rooms of notable New Yorkers. (New Yorker)
The Hobbyist #14: An Interview With Intramural Shop Founder Bijan Shahvali
The king of NYC vintage on estate sales, cruisin’ with the sibs, and clothes as stories. (The Hobbyist)
The Restaurateur
At Borgo with Andrew Tarlow, the man who changed the way New York eats. (Drake's)
Would You Eat at a ReSTOREant?
In New York, you can now get branded meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. (Shop Rat)
The 30 Best Breakfasts in London
From glorious greasy spoon fry-ups to five-star eggs all-ways: here's where to start the day in style. (The Standard)
Taste the Rainbow
New chocolate shops are springing up all over London, with interior design that’s as delicious as their truffles (Air Mail)
Hedonism Is Reigning Once Again in West London: Naughty Noughties Nightclubs Are Having a Modern Revival
Tramp, Bouijies, 151, Kensington Roof Gardens are back, this time with face lifts and a new crowd. (Tatler)
The Weekend Binge with Matthew Whitehouse
Matthew Whitehouse, Editor-in-Chief of The Face magazine, has had an exciting few months following the launch of The Face Magazine: Culture Shift exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery. Given the mag's legendary role in culture, we had a feeling Matthew’s Weekend Binge recs would be iconic, so buckle up for an interesting ride across London. (Plaster)
The Perfectly Imperfect Guide to Magazines
Former guests and users tell us about their favourite magazines.
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Life’s Greatest Newsletter
5 years of Spyplane miracles. (Blackbird Spyplane)
What Internet Makes You Happy?
The post-social media world can be good. (The Melt)
Based on experience, the “rules” of effective living – at least those I consider befitting an ethical and accountable person – are reducible to these. (Mystery Achievement)
