Confined to the Cockpit or…Are Aviators Back?
Le Specs accidentally forged a burning question...Are aviators back?
Mother Mary or Mary Lake?
Mary Lake debuts Askim on Nous’klaer and it is obscene.
Xingu Hill releases Strange Echoes 95 – 99 on traumgarten
John Sellekaers, also known under the alias ‘Xingu Hill’, releases Strange Echoes 95 - 99 on traumgarten.
The CELINE SS22 HOMME show, ‘Cosmic Cruiser’…Vroom Vroom
Neo-rave, neo-psychedelic—neo Hedi Slimane?
Ramesh Mario Nithiyendran: The Guardians
'Ramesh Mario Nithiyendran: The Guardians' explores idolatry and anthropomorphism in his upcoming exhibition at Sullivan+Strumpf in October 2021.
Prgrss Store is a New Notion of Luxury
A community-focused store is prioritising ‘authentic transparency’ when stocking and international menswear designers
The NGV Presents: ‘Gabrielle Chanel. Fashion Manifesto’
Chanel, Chanel, CHANEL!
Prada’s Galleria
The Prada Galleria Bag is minimal luxury.
Dutch Ravers Take The Government to Court
In the name of techno!
Yves Tumor’s New EP ‘The Asymptotical World’ Is Here
And we can’t stop listening.
Room40 Presents: ‘Material Interstices’—A Sonic Pleasure by HEXA
The intersection of sound and the subconscious.
Brian Eno and More Feature on Palestinian Aid Compilation
'It’s not complicated’—a 19 track compilation for Palestine.
The Hacker & Commuter Release Chernobyl-inspired ‘Roentgen’
Cultivated Electronics releases two French legacies in one itsy, bitsy, morsel—An electro treat.
Editor’s Picks: to Be Listening
Our sauciest tunes on rotation this week—tap in!
Demna Gives Back to Balenciaga!
Haute couture, haute Paris, haute haute haute!
Does My Ideology Look Big In This? Paul Yore on LET THEM EAT CAKE
Paul Yore exhibits at Neon Parc gallery with a politically charged body of work.
CCP’s Fashion Photography Extravaganza
Six Fashion Photographers and The Huxleys take on the Centre for Contemporary Photography!
Kiko’s ‘Krash’ into the Kingdom!
Bang, 'Krash', Wallop! Kiko is here with a vengeance.
Balenciaga’s Fall ’21 Collection Video: A World That Could Be
Creative director Demna Gvasalia takes us through his augmented fashion reality.
Mannequin Records Releases Exclusive GMM 1984 Soundtrack Reissue
Mannequin Records is going to sell less than 100 copies of Giovanotti Mondani Meccanici's 1984 soundtrack reissue.
ARTS Releases the Elusive Judas’ S‑Bend
ARTS releases Judas' latest EP, S‑Bend.
Editor’s Picks: to Be Watching
Tap in to see some of our top five films for each weekday eve!
The NGV Presents: Goya’s Drawings from the Prado Museum
Enter the gregarious world of Goya! The exhibition will run from the 25th June - 3rd October 2021.
MUMA is Connecting the World Through Sculpture
MUMA takes us on, what could be, a three-kilometre walk of works (if side-by-side) of post-1960s, contemporary, sculptural heaven.
Rick Owens’ Menswear SS22 Fogachine Show
We can always rely on Rick at least to fire up fashion week.
Editor’s Pick: Five Releases That Are a Little Bit…Naughty
Five steamy releases that will get your heart-rate up
Bambounou’s Bambe, Bruce and Bite!
French DJ and producer Bambounou comes out swinging with new release 'Final Conference' made with Bristol-producer, Bruce... you're welcome.
Deana Lawson Exhibits ‘Centropy’ at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
The American-born photographer’s immaculately staged images depict the African diaspora across the US and further afield. Take a look!
Ute.Rec: An all-star trance ‘cast’
Oslo-based trance-collective label Ute.Rec set to release the second record in its Interstellar Excursions ‘VA’.
Glenn Martens’ Subtle Ooze of Sex for His Inaugural Diesel SS22 Collection
Glenn Martens is ushering in a new era for the old and gold lifestyle brand Diesel with a new and racy edge for his inaugural SS22 collection at Milan Fashion Week.
MORT de la MODE….Everything must go!
Mattie Rivkah Barringer and Amanda McGowan of The Women's History Museum exhibit at Company Gallery, Lower East Side's favourite arthub.
Di Petsa’s Pre-Collection “Self Birth Chapter III” Bringing Bodily Fluid to London Fashion Week
Di Petsa's new pre-collection, “Self Birth Chapter III” just came down to earth.
Yves Tumor Shares Luscious New Single and Video for ‘Jackie’
It's Yves world, you're just living in it.
Woman of the World: Sam Quealy and Her New Cyber-Erotic Single, ‘Sad Summer Daze’
Take a listen to ‘Sad Summer Daze’, an emotionally charged philosophically bound track produced by Marlon Magnée of La Femme.
Introducing Dirty Versachi’s Electric Debut Single ‘Sticky Fingers’ – A Unique Addition to Australian Pop
A brilliant amalgamation of 90s house mixed with euphoric pop, an exploration of the queer experience and a celebration of the freedom of expression through drag.
Finally, Jean Paul Gaultier Returns to prêt-à-porter After a Six-Year Hiatus
Along with this announcement, the house of Jean Paul Gaultier have appointed new creative director, Florence Tétier of Novembre Magazine, a historical boundary pusher and perfect descendant to carry out the Gaultier legacy.
“Nothing Could Be More Punk” – Rough Trade Records Keeping Vinyl Thriving in NYC
Rough Trade will reopen its New York store in a new location few vinyl heads would have anticipated.
Music, Ideas and LIGHT! Our Guide to Vivid Sydney
Vivid Sydney returns this year for its 10th anniversary with a celebration of light, ideas and music.
Carriageworks and Vivid Sydney Present: Amyl and the Sniffers, King Gizzard, Tropical Fuck Storm and more!
Coinciding with Vivid Sydney’s iconic light festival, Carriageworks will host a curated program showcasing contemporary music spanning two distinct themes of Australian hip hop and rock/post-punk bands across multiple performance spaces.
A Cinematic Scene inspired by the subconscious with Italian Artist: Sara Di Pancrazio
Red and blue-lit dreamscapes exploring the taboo of the daemon.
Transformative Podcasts and Resources for Educating & Healing
Red Scare, Making the Body a Home and Dharma Punx NYC to begin with.
The Rivers Sing, RISING Festival’s call in the heart of the city.
"Echoing from the water across the streets of our city. This is our call—head to an ancient meeting place on the river’s banks at sunset, and hear a song for the stories yet to come.”
Explore a surreal Gucci garden inside Roblox
Gamers can explore Alessandro Michele’s iconic designs for Gucci, acquiring rare virtual collectibles for their avatars as a part of an interactive exhibition, presented on Roblox.
The NorFair Connecting Artists across Australia!
Running from 20-30th May 2021 in Naarm/Melbourne
Lucas Geor Solo Show: “Hey, my threads, baby!” at Brunswick Street Gallery Naarm/Melbourne
Byron-Bay-based via Sydney and New York, Lucas Geor will be gracing the streets of Melbourne will his solo exhibition, "Hey, my threads, baby!" at Brunswick Street Gallery, from Thursday, May 13 through till Friday, May 30.
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An erotic Fairytale Book with Petra Collins and Alexa Demie
Artist Petra Collins and actress Alexa Demie create nine erotic stories in a contemporary reimagining of a fairy tale book.
Amy Taylor’s Limited Edition Signed copy of to Be
**Extremely Limited Edition** - A portion of each sale will be directed to Black Rainbow Australia, a charity organisation preventing indigenous LGBTQI suicide.
Introducing Mugler Spring 2021. Bye!
The Spring 2021 Mugler Collection has just blown us out of the water again with the sculpting ingenuity of Cadwallader’s mind.
‘Fault / Fracture’: An exhibition by Dakota Gordon
Head down to Error404store next week if you're in Victoria on April 2nd for an evening to celebrate Dakota Gordon’s body of work: ‘Fault / Fracture’ (2021) exploring the intricate layers of the earth, planetary fragility and resilience.
STANISLAVA PINCHUK: Terra Data and the Land As Witness
Stanislava Pinchuk’s first career survey at Heide Museum of Modern Art reflects on a body of work that explores the role of land as witness.
MEDUSA N I: An Intimate Photo Story On The Etherial Realm
A fashion story with Rainy in the next element.
Aboriginal LGBTQIA+ NGO, BlaQ, to receive 100k from Calvin Klein.
Calvin Klein announces their partnership and donation of $100,000 to First Nations’ organisation, BlaQ. The donation will be paid across three years to fund BlaQ’s work in elevating the Aboriginal LGBTQIA+ community.
Gabriel Cole’s Exhibition: How To Unlearn The Path Placed
Join us for an evening at Discordia Gallery to celebrate Gabriel Cole's latest installment
Finding Meaning in Monumental Sonic Encounters, with Lawrence English
Weaponisation, frequencies and deep listening. Lawrence English guides us through the phenominological zones of sound.
Sarah crowEST: Examining the Relationship Between Art and Sustainability
Australian artist, Sarah crowEST, offers a visual platform to re-create and re-imagine our future.
Valentine’s Day Special: ‘The Greatest Love Songs Vol.666’
We have a romantic playlist just for you on this Valentine's Day.
The Rebirth Of the Corset in Contemporary Fashion
Romanticism replaced by rebellion. Femininity replaced with androgyny.
An afternoon with DJ and Tribqu radio host, Zjoso.
Naarm-based DJ and radio host, Zjoso, brought warmth and variety to isolated afternoons last year [...]
Hayley Millar Baker on her Own Storyline
Hayley Millar Baker on her Own Storyline Hayley Millar Baker (Gunditjmara AU) is a storyteller [...]
Gucci and The North Face combining forces!
Gucci and the North Face want you to get offline and go outside!
Rest in Paradise, MF DOOM
Hip hop has just learned of the loss of a true rap icon, MF DOOM at age 49. The voice of a generation and an inspiration to many.
What is it to be a Woman?
A photo story by Luis Vázquez and essay by Aldo Castellanos exploring layers of consciousness and the nature of the universe.
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Making Art Not Love
Art, sex and the interrelation between the two.
Phoenix: Flames Are Dew Upon My Skin Vinyl By Eartheater
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An interview with Timothée Gainet from Poison Point and IV Horsemen
Lessons, punk music and freedom. We spoke with Tim about life in Paris and exiting the eye of the cyclone.
William Canning: Music and Rituals
We caught up with Will on everything from the inception of Death Bells, recording, graphic design and what's keeping him creatively fuelled.
Shaye Gregan on Dismantling Racism Through Art
Shaye Gregan on dismantling racism, revealing creative turn-ons and words of advice.
Jamie Timony: Creativity, Comedy and Staying Centred
Life under the spotlight with Jamie Timony.
Heartworm Reader Vol. 1 by Heartworm Press
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Ottolinger Mini Handcrafted Otto Bag in Purple
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The Decline of Conceptual Fashion
A brief history of our favourite Antwerpian
Ross Waterman in focus with Nick Cave
Ross Waterman followed Nick Cave around with his camera over the course of Cave's entire career, you can see it at Block Projects from the 18th November onwards.
Moments with Hugo Costin
Art, music, literature, and love. We caught up with Hugo Costin to discuss all the moments in-between.
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