GRAFFITI CULTURE IN TOKYO

A deep-dive into the world of graffiti and street art in Tokyo, courtesy of the always reliable sabukaru. Read the full article here.

IRAK CREW

Members of New York's IRAK crew, photographed by Kenneth Cappello for Mass Appeal magazine in 2001.

ANATOMY: TYRRELL WINSTON

Anatomy: Tyrrell Winston is an in-depth look at Winston's studio, process, and inspiration behind his newest body of work, through video, audio, photography, and conversations with fellow artists.

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Dissecting Kanye West's Turning Point, In Microscopic Detail

Kanye West's sixth studio album, Yeezus, is the subject of Dissect’s latest season. (NPR)

A Brief History of Rappers Sampling Vanessa Carlton's ‘A Thousand Miles’

Vanessa Carlton’s 2002 hit single has become a favourite for rappers and producers alike. Here is a brief history of rappers sampling the song made famous by White Chicks. (Okayplayer)

Creation Records, the Label History Loves to Overlook

Through all the mess, the music of Alan McGee’s brainchild remains vital and influential. (Vulture)

RA Exchange 552: Danny L Harle

The PC Music alumnus talks Harlecore, his debut album for Mad Decent. (Resident Advisor)

Tastemaker: Yinka Ilori

Meet the multi-talented British Nigerian artist and designer Yinka Ilori and wander through his wonderful world of patterns, colours and play. (Semaine)

“I Don't Want to Fake the Funk” – Henry Taylor, the Painter of Black American Life

Adored by Rihanna and Jay-Z, he finds his subjects in supermarket queues – and on the streets of LA’s toughest neighbourhoods. How has the artist found lockdown in a tiny Somerset village? (The Guardian)

Explore the Lourve's Entire Collection of 480,000 Artworks In a New Digital Database (Colossal)

Preachers and Their $5000 Sneakers

Why one man started an Instagram account showing churches’ wealth. (MSN)

The Fashion Newsletter Is Taking Over – Here’s How to Start Your Own

We asked a bunch of our favourite writers for their top tips on running a successful Substack gig. (Dazed)

Stop the Circus: Fashion Needs to Get Off... 

The Fashion Week had to redesign itself and that might be a good thing. (The New Order)

Best Stuff to Stream in April (Monster Children)

JOSEPH RODRIGUEZ

A selection of photographs from Joseph Rodriguez's new book Taxi: Journey Through My Windows 1977-1987. Working as a cab driver gave Rodriguez a unique vantage point from which to document New York City's diverse inhabitants and their exploits.

(Via Dazed)

ZOLA

Check out the trailer for A24's Zola, the film based on 2015's sensational Twitter stripper story.

LONG LIVE J. SCOTT

South Central LA brand Bricks & Wood have released the ‘Forever in Our Hearts’ tee, dedicated to the memory of the late J. Scott and the support he showed the brand. All proceeds will be donated to his mother.

Available to buy here.

KENNY MASON

For the latest edition of The Next Wave, Kenny Mason shared some of his favourite tracks by My Bloody Valentine, Pixies, Santigold, Nirvana, and Foo Fighters. Read all about them here.

(Via Pigeons & Planes)

JEAN DAWSON – BRUISE BOY

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Deb Never and slowthai Discuss Music-Making Past the Pandemic

The friends and collaborators come together to contemplate the future of music genres and raving out of lockdown. (Dazed)

Vegyn: Get Uncomfortable (032c)

Twin Flames Extinguished

Notes on Actress’s Karma and Desire. (Dweller)

Playlist: Jungle / D&B (Ghostly)

Bunker Archeology 2054

A dystopian future, as imagined by Virgil Abloh in the LV 2054 collection. (KALEIDOSCOPE)

Hanif Abdurraqib on Writing History, Black Performance and Music Videos

Read an extract from the celebrated poet and critic’s new book A Little Devil in America: In Praise of Black Performance here, along with an exclusive interview. (VICE)

A Year of Bloody Lockdown in Photos (The Face)

Perfectly Imperfect #60: Jason S. Wright 

Jason S. Wright on Octavia Butler’s writing, Miracle Seltzer, GUT magazine, and more! (Perfectly Imperfect)

Operation Varsity Blues Is Light on New Information, Heavy on Schadenfreude

Dramatizing the scandal that exposed the underbelly of college admissions and implicated Hollywood stars, Netflix’s new documentary may not be shocking, but it is rewarding. (The Ringer)

Kevin Durant Is the GOAT (on Twitter)

The Nets forward brings an elite skill set and unparalleled commitment to posting. (GQ)

There’s Never Been a Better Time to Dress Like a Retro Soccer Star

A new Rowing Blazers-Umbro team-up keeps the vintage footy vibes going. (GQ)

This Quirky Prep-Filled Closet Is a Collector’s Dream

Rowing Blazers founder Jack Carlson takes us inside his personal space. (Coveteur)

March Playlist + Mood (Corridor)

EAT HUMANS

A selection of photographs by Atlanta-based artist Brandon McClain aka @eathumans. Check out more of his work here. 

BONE SODA ON NTS

Listen to the latest episode of BONE SODA radio (featuring a guest mix from loveyouinthemorning) here.

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Inside Pop Smoke’s Only Acting Role

The late rapper plays a basketball villain in the newly released Boogie. His mentor, the music executive Steven Victor, discusses how the role came together and what it showed him about the young star. (Vanity Fair)

Kid 90: Soleil Moon Frye’s Doc Is the Goodfellas of Nineties Child-Star Sagas

Rob Sheffield on how the Punky Brewster star’s collection of home movies is both a giddy, innocent time capsule and an intense cautionary tale. (Rolling Stone)

Dreamer

Jahmal William’s life in art and skateboarding. (Juxtapoz)

Jenkem Mix 105: Mark Gonzales (Jenkem)

DJ Earl’s Five Favourite Footwork Dancers

Footwork hero DJ Earl picks the Chicago dancers you need to know about. (Mixmag)

New Photography Series Documents London’s Empty Clubs During Lockdown

Khroma Collective's Let Us Dance series is fundraising for London's nightlife industry. (Mixmag)

Service Abnormal

Recording the London food scene in the throes of a pandemic. (Hawkker)

Speakers and The Love Below With Devon Turnbull

The founder of Ojas is fine-tuning audio perfection. (SSENSE)

Fashion’s Love-Hate Relationship With Bootlegging

Brands like Tommy Hilfiger are working to build cultural capital with young shoppers – with bootleggers. (Vogue Business)

Union 30 Year Anniversary (Union)

MYSTERIOUS Sopranos merch & other VIBEY ENIGMAS

How Long Gone’s Jason Stewart CHECKS IN from the “HIDEOUS GEM” frontlines. (Blackbird Spyplane)

(Image: Benjamin Edgar)

PARIS TEXAS – HEAVY METAL

 

The debut single from Compton rap duo Paris Texas.

(Via Pigeons & Planes)

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Are Old Rap MP3s Hip-Hop’s Hottest New Collectible?

MP3s are bubbling thanks to the influx of streaming and the fact that a whole generation of classic hip-hop songs and mixtapes are not available on streaming services. (Okayplayer)

Pen & Pixel, the graphics company behind some of the most iconic No Limit, Rap-a-Lot, and Cash Money album covers of the ‘90s, has de-archived some of their most memorable covers and made them available to purchase as high-quality prints. (Pigeons & Planes)

Jackals: How to Survive In the Underworld of Professional Basketball

The story of a once hot recruit living on the street, an idealistic team owner, and the nomadic life of working class ballers. (GQ)

Meet Honor Titus, the Punk Survivor With the Sold-Out Art Shows

The former Cerebral Ballzy frontman has become one of the year's most buzzed-about painters. (GQ)

Emily Segal Can See the Future (Interview)

What Should We Wear Now?

A year into the pandemic, there are no more dress codes. (The Cut)

The Woman Behind the Watch World’s Hottest New Instagram Account

With Dimepiece – her fabulously irreverent Insta feed and website – Brynn Wallner is changing the conversation for women and watches. (Hodinkee)

I Bought Fake $5000 Nikes

When are bootlegs COOL – and when are they DEPRESSING?? (Blackbird Spyplane)

The Revue, March 2021 (Drake’s)

Now That's What I Call Brain Dead

An hour long special featuring friends of Brain Dead covering their favourite songs from the ‘90s and ‘00s. (NTS)

Shlohmo For Tha Summer Vol. XXX (YouTube)