Austin’s White Denim are a four piece honed on playing psychedelic rock with the balls and rhythm of pure, unapologetic down-to-earth Texas rock n’ roll. Named “Best Rock Band” at SXSW for the 4th consecutive year (by Gorilla Vs Bear), White Denim take influences from garage rock to twangy blues to black country and deliver […]
12
May
The best little Prog/Psych/Blues/Garage Rock band in Texas
24
Mar
Exhibit of rare photography at Morrison Hotel Gallery Loft Soho
Anyone who knows me knows I love two things: Johnny Cash and Bourbon Whiskey. When I found out that not only was there going to be a super rare collection of Johnny Cash photos shot by legendary photographer Jim Marshall, but that the private opening would feature complimentary Woodford Reserve, I immediately cleared my calendar […]
18
Mar
"Quentin vs. Coen" exhibit at Bold Hype Gallery, New York
Ok, it’s not really to the death. And truth be told, it’s not even a duel. It is, however, an exhibit showcasing artwork inspired by the two filmmakers. Undoubtedly two of the most important and best auteurs of our time (yes, I’m considering the Brothers Coen as one singular film maker in this circumstance), there […]
8
Feb
Moccasin shoe crafted with rich Tobacco leather
The latest shoe from Yuketen takes their trusted Ranger moccasin silhouette and crafts the shoe with rich Tobacco leather, lending the comfortable summer shoe a vintage look. The Tobacco Country Ranger is hand sewn in the USA, and features a natural crepe sole. Pick it up for $395.
24
Jan
How to be lazy even while skiing
The concept behind the Skizee is simple: a motorized tank-like tread that pushes you in the snow, making a once incredibly healthy aerobic exercise into a Segway-like whizz through the snow. Although to be fair, cross-country skiing with a giant engine attached to your back seems like a wicked, wicked good time. Its low-emission four-stroke […]
20
Nov
Madman Mundt and The Elf discuss all things Aronofsky
Madman Mundt and the Elf were guests at last week’s AFI Fest and attended the Los Angeles premier of Black Swan. This is their collaborative review. Black Swan is out in the US on December 1st. The Elf: I’m a sucker for a dance movie. Ballet specifically. Whether it’s Fame, Flashdance, Center Stage (starring a […]
3
Aug
The Challenger Challenge: 1,000 miles, 10 states, 5 Days, 4 Challenges, 2 hardened journalists and one supreme American Muscle Car. DAY 2
This is Day TWO of the 5-day Challenger Challenge — Nicolas Stecher’s 5-day drive through the heart of the south in a Dodge Challenger SRT8. From New York City to Alabama in 5 days, hitting 10 states and traversing 1,000 miles…and using no technology that existed before 1974. It will be madness. To start at […]
