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Consequence
2 weeks ago
Music

Waxahatchee on Tigers Blood and Modeling Her Voice After Michael Stipe: Podcast

Writing her latest album on the road, Waxahatchee's Katie Crutchfield explores the intersection of her artistic and personal lives. [ more ]
Consequence
2 weeks ago
Music

Kevin and Michael Bacon on The Bacon Brothers' New Album Ballad of the Brothers: Podcast

The Bacon Brothers discuss their upbringing in Philadelphia and how it influenced their sound, Kevin Bacon mentions how his acting career aids in singing with different voices, and they credit the autoharp as their secret weapon for topping charts. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
3 weeks ago
Music

Listen to The Woodentops' first album in a decade, 'Fruits of the Deep'

The Woodentops released their first album in seven years, 'Fruits of the Deep', showcasing a diverse mix of their classic sound with various influences. [ more ]
Consequence
1 month ago
Music

Hope Sandoval sings posthumous duet with Glen Campbell on new version of "The Long Walk Home"

Hope Sandoval and Glen Campbell release a posthumous duet reimagining 'The Long Walk Home.'
Julian Raymond reveals Sandoval inspired Campbell's music, praising her talent and emotional vocals in 'The Long Walk Home.' [ more ]
Independent.ie
2 months ago
Music

Wexford's Rachel Grace continues her rise to stardom with release of new single

Rachel Grace releases new single 'Lately' produced by Gavin Glass.
Rachel Grace's musical journey, influences, and accolades. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Music

Easy to choose? Lionel Richie's greatest songs ranked!

Richie's early songs for Commodores were influenced by Sly Stone.
Richie's later albums are a mixed bag, but Up All Night stands out. [ more ]
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pop-music
Consequence
1 month ago
Music

The Veronicas on New Album Gothic Summer's Nods to The B-52's and The Cramps: Podcast

The Veronicas were heavily influenced by their rock upbringing in their latest album.
The album 'Gothic Summer' explores the duality of abstract art and pop music. [ more ]
Washington Post
1 month ago
Music

Amaarae found her voice - and the passion to use it

Amaarae started as a rapper but transitioned to a singer based on advice from a family member.
Amaarae's music blends various genres and influences from her diverse upbringing. [ more ]
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Design Milk
1 week ago
Design

Fabrice Juan Talks Architecture, a Favorite Italian Museum + More

Fabrice Juan's agency focuses on French art of living, incorporating classic and contemporary elements with a timeless aesthetic. [ more ]
Itsnicethat
1 month ago
Design

Hannah Robinson takes inspiration from 1950s poster design and her dad's toilet humour

Hannah Robinson's work is filled with humor and charm inspired by her upbringing and influences.
She combines traditional and modern elements in her illustrations, with a focus on foodie spots and editorial work. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 months ago
Design

Antoine Predock, architect of distinctive museums in the US and Canada, has died, aged 87

Predock's architecture merged modernism and post-modernism, reflecting solidity, transparency, and a sense of mystery.
Early influences like studying engineering, being an artist, and marrying a dancer shaped Antoine Predock's architectural style. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
3 months ago
Design

Podcast | A brush with... Stanley Whitney

Stanley Whitney's abstract paintings feature interlocking rectangles, squares, and bands of paint with intense colors that evoke musical resonance and rhythm.
Whitney discusses his influences, including writers, musicians, and other artists, as well as cultural experiences that have shaped his life and work. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
3 months ago
Design

Podcast | A brush with... Wilhelm Sasnal

Wilhelm Sasnal discusses his influences and the cultural experiences that have shaped his work.
He works with a variety of source images and discusses the process of choosing and using them. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
4 months ago
Design

Podcast | A brush with... Camille Henrot

Camille Henrot's work explores a wide range of subject matters and forms of expression.
She draws inspiration from various artists, writers, musicians, and cultural experiences. [ more ]
Polygon
1 week ago
Video games

Delicious in Dungeon was inspired by a video game you might not have heard of

Delicious in Dungeon is influenced by a variety of video games, including Wizardry 6, leading to a unique blend of Western fantasy and culinary adventure. [ more ]
Kotaku
1 month ago
Video games

Upcoming Roguelite From Dead Cells Devs Gives Us A First Look At Its Frenetic Gameplay

Windblown offers high-speed, action-packed gameplay in the roguelite genre.
The game emphasizes fast-paced combat, varied weapons, and co-op multiplayer features. [ more ]
Polygon
2 months ago
Video games

I'll never get over Kindergarten Cop's influence on Silent Hill

Silent Hill's influences include Kindergarten Cop, Jacob's Ladder, and The Shining.
The game's architecture and design are inspired by Ivan Reitman and Arnold Schwarzenegger's Kindergarten Cop. [ more ]
Vulture
1 week ago
Writing

Prolific Author Paul Auster Dead at 77

Author Paul Auster, known for The New York Trilogy, died at 77.
Auster had a prominent literary career, including winning the Independent Spirit Award for Best First Screenplay.
His work was influenced by personal experiences, like witnessing a boy struck by lightning at a summer camp. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Writing

Caleb Azumah Nelson: James Baldwin ignited something in me that's still burning today'

Identifying early reading influences can shape one's writing and artistic endeavors. [ more ]
Consequence
2 weeks ago
JavaScript

How Coachella 2024 Became Skachella: Podcast

Coachella 2024 will be remembered for dominating ska representation, with key ska acts and influences throughout the event. [ more ]
Music
Funcheap
2 weeks ago
Music

Thirstbusters 15-Year Reunion Show (Albany)

The Thirstbusters and Tansy are two musical groups with unique journeys and influences. [ more ]
Pitchfork
3 weeks ago
Music

8 Albums Out This Week You Should Listen to Now

Discover new music releases from artists like Taylor Swift, Bbymutha, and Pearl Jam on streaming platforms. [ more ]
Pitchfork
3 weeks ago
Music

Vegyn: The Road to Hell Is Paved With Good Intentions

Joseph Thornalley, aka Vegyn, values privacy in his work and personal life, creating music that reflects his eclectic influences but does not reveal much about his personal details. [ more ]
London Jazz News
3 weeks ago
Music

Lucien Johnson - 'Ancient Relics'

Lucien Johnson's album 'Ancient Relics' is a spiritually uplifting and mystical collection of tunes with influences from jazz legends like John Coltrane and Pharoah Sanders. [ more ]
Pitchfork
1 month ago
Music

Deerhoof's Greg Saunier Announces Debut Solo Album, Shares Video for New Song

Greg Saunier's debut solo album 'We Sang, Therefore We Were' arrives on April 26, with the lead single 'Grow Like a Plant' showcasing his vocals, guitar, bass, and drumming prowess.
Saunier plays all the instruments on his solo album, inspired by influences like Captain Beefheart and Igor Stravinsky, exploring themes of arrogance, self-annihilation, and modern day fascism. [ more ]
Consequence
1 month ago
Music

Beyonce's Cowboy Carter was inspired by western films from Tarantino, Scorsese

Each song in Beyoncé's new album, Cowboy Country, is inspired by a specific Western film.
The album features collaborations with big names like Miley Cyrus, Post Malone, and Dolly Parton. [ more ]
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Graphic design
Creative Bloq
2 weeks ago
Graphic design

Marvel artist Russell Dauterman's new book is a work of art

Style evolves continuously through diverse influences and experiences. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
3 weeks ago
Graphic design

"Awards recognise that we are creating the best work in the world": a day in the life of Vinay Mistry

Vinay Mistry is an award-winning executive creative director with diverse project experience and leadership roles within the design industry. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
2 months ago
Graphic design

Vertex 2024: learn how to build worlds in concept art with Anna Hollinrake

Be present in your work and analyze what you do, work traditionally with oils, don't fear traveling, get tested for ADHD.
Discussing environment concept art and overcoming mental barriers for artists creating backgrounds. Sharing tips on reducing the fear of the blank page and worldbuilding in spaces. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
3 months ago
Graphic design

First impressions: Peruvian artist Adria Alvarado mixes digital and traditional techniques

Growing up in Peru influenced the artist's use of bright colors in their portraits.
The artist was inspired by Arcimboldo's paintings to materialize unreality and abstraction in their work. [ more ]
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London Jazz News
3 weeks ago
London music

Joe Lovano - Interview from Bergamo

Joe Lovano, a renowned tenor-saxophone player, served as the artistic director for the Bergamo Jazz Festival 2024, showcasing his wealth of experience and expertise in jazz music. [ more ]
London Jazz News
2 months ago
London music

Mothers In Jazz (83): Lisa Hilton

Lisa Hilton draws on classic American jazz and blues influences in her music.
Hilton views her career in music as a positive influence on her family, showing the value of commitment and work ethic. [ more ]
Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
1 month ago
Silicon Valley

The Hyperdrive Kittens in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Hyperdrive Kittens blend '70s rock with fun vocals and influences like Rocky Horror Picture Show.
Screaming Bloody Marys and Talky Tina offer unique, campy punk rock performances at the Caravan gig. [ more ]
London Jazz News
1 month ago
Music

Willie Morris - 'Attentive Listening'

Morris's second album 'Attentive Listening' features seasoned jazz veterans as accompanists.
Morris's influences like Joe Henderson and John Coltrane are evident in his tone and style. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Music

Nature reminded me you still have to live': Jane Weaver on grief, reinvention and 80s Russian aerobics music

Jane Weaver's eclectic music taste is evident in her wide range of albums, each showcasing different influences and genres.
Her latest album, 'Love in Constant Spectacle,' represents a departure from her previous work, featuring a stark, dark, guitar-heavy sound produced by John Parish. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Fashion & style

Versace's Milan fashion week show goes to high voltage extremes and is as sexy as ever

The Versace Milan fashion week show had a rebel attitude with a focus on power blazers.
Influenced by Prince and Stanley Kubrick, the collection embraced a mix of punk, contemporary tailoring, and sci-fi elements. [ more ]
BKReader
2 months ago
Music

Feb 19: Brooklyn Black History Maker, MC Lyte

MC Lyte's roots in rap date back to her teenage years, heavily influenced by her family members.
She is known for her narrative, story-telling style of rap that addresses social issues and personal experiences. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
3 months ago
Music

10 albums that influenced Good Sleepy (Title Fight, The 1975, Marietta & more)

Good Sleepy recently released a new single called "Off Center" and are working on a new album.
They have listed 10 albums that have influenced them, including titles by Defeater, Marietta, and Vundabar. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
3 months ago
Music

Angry Blackmen talk influence of Danny Brown, Nine Inch Nails, Philip K. Dick & more on new LP

Experimental rap duo Angry Blackmen releases new album
The Legend of ABM, on Deathbomb Arc [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
4 months ago
Music

Caravels discuss 6 major influences behind 'Lacuna' for its 10th anniversary reissue

Caravels' 2013 album Lacuna is being reissued for its 10th anniversary with updated artwork and a new mix
The band has named six major influences behind the album, including Envy, mewithoutYou, and Crash of Rhinos. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
5 months ago
Design

Podcast | A brush with... Urs Fischer

Urs Fischer discusses his influences and cultural experiences that have shaped his work.
He reflects on curating an exhibition of John Chamberlain's work and how it has affected his own practice. [ more ]
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