British graphic designer Rob Ricketts has designed a series of posters that illustrate the seminal 808 basslines from classic tracks dance tracks of yore. The Roland TR-808 is one of the most fundamental instruments of EDM, with a very classic analog look, which makes the posters not only super appealing to music nerds but also […]
20
Mar
British designer Rob Ricketts graphic odes to Roland
25
Oct
Florida crew re-envisions tracks by esteemed artist trio
The remix collective Urban Noize released this collection of their works reinvisioning tracks by the potent trio of Jay-Z, Kanye and Adele. Titled Brooklyn. Chicago. London. (The Urban Noize Remixes) in honor of the artists’ hometowns, the 8-song album features some nice production work from the Florida natives. Stream the Brooklyn. Chicago. London. mix below, […]
15
Jul
New York photographer Anthony Caren sheds light through the dark veil of obscure Caribbean religion
Throughout history there have been cultures whose practices have been judged and persecuted. You may be familiar with the Salem Witch Trials, but what about those against Haitian Vodou? You’re probably familiar with the sensationalized version depicted in TV and in films, but don’t believe the hype of sticking pins in dolls made of straws. […]
5
Apr
Black Lips "Modern Art" Video by Brian Butler
The ever awesome Black Lips are back with their first video from a track featuring the production skillz of Mr. Mark Ronson (the last one was a song produced by Deehunter’s Lockett Pundt). The pairing of Ronson with Black Lips should result in much musical goodness, and “Modern Art” is a great start. The clip […]
4
Nov
Shark Cages, Guided Meditation, Chilean Miners and Me
The continuing saga of one girl’s plight with unemployment…(read vol I, vol II, vol III, vol IV, vol V, vol VI, vol VII, vol. VIII vol IX and vol X) Let me start by stating the obvious: Bureaucracy can suck it. I mean, back in March when I was first laid off the mighty EDD and powers that be told me (via […]
12
Jul
The filmmaker gets his drink on...and makes a crappy ad
UPDATE: We posted this a couple weeks back but are putting it back on top due to the just released Spike Jones-directed video below. I gotta say I’m not at all impressed with the video —neither lyrically nor visually. It looks like something Spike spit out between stabbing sessions of his Lebron James voodoo doll. […]
25
Feb
Scale a fish, let out some aggression
Do you have someone in your life that you fantasize about skewering like a gutted fish? Well then the Voodoo Knife Set is a fun, stylish and oh-so functional option to add to your kitchenwares. The heavy gauge durable stainless steel blades have hollow handles and a 25-year manufacturer warranty — and lest you think […]
