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WE'RE SUPPORTING

This is part of an ongoing project for laSexta, a Spanish TV. I got given the chance by a journalist friend to attend concerts for free in exchange for an illustration which he would then, together with his written review, publish on his TV channel’s website. So far, we are up to 25. Read more

WE'RE THINKING

J. Shea’s 3D, multimedia works look like single frames from stop-motion animation versions of classic fairy tales, full of sea monsters, dragons, and quirky characters. Read more

An intelligently told, morally complex tale with a raft of unexpected twists, Gone Baby Gone is one of the most original films of recent times. Most films give you a sense of their narrative arc and it is easy to recognise the major plot points. Read more

WE'RE TRAVELLING TO

When you first see The Gershwin Hotel, you might think it’s an art gallery or a public art installation. The white, bird-like shapes sticking out of its red facade is certainly unique, without being too loud. The rooms are rather small but the location and accessible price range makes it all worth it.

WE'RE READING

Cracked just posted these amusing ‘honest’ versions of classic album covers. I’m pretty fond of the Iron Maiden one because it’s so true. Read more

WE'RE LISTENING TO

Ian Brown has never been a man to look back. Formerly the lead singer of the Stones Roses – an eclectically talented group that never quite reached full potential – he has since carved out a successful solo career, moving well beyond the poppy melodrama of Fools Gold and into a more left-field sonic terrain. Read more

WE'RE WEARING

Once upon a time there was a real connoisseur of jeans, Hidehiko Yamane, as expert and demanding as only certain Japanese ‘otaku’ can be. Read more