Culture
Lucy Dacus on the art of bearing one’s soul
As she tours her latest album, the singer-songwriter opens up about her intimate lyrics, embracing change and future boygenius plans.
Written by: Max Pilley
Gritty photos celebrating the Madchester years
Ode to the north — Photographer Richard Davis recounts capturing the city’s flourishing creative scene – including everyone from the Stone Roses to Steve Coogan – at the turn of the ‘90s.
Written by: Miss Rosen
Documenting Tokyo’s subways in the 1980s
Life underground — Lionel Derimais recounts photographing commuters packed into crowded subways in Japan’s capital.
Written by: Miss Rosen
A flamboyant portrait of a traditional Mexican dance
The danzón — For three years, Chiara Bonetti has been documenting individuals across Mexico City who are keeping a traditional dance form alive.
Written by: Eva Clifford
Surreal scenes of Kim Jong-il surveying North Korea
Behind the iron curtain — A viral tumblr account-turned-photo book by portuguese art director João Rocha brings together a curious and highly-memeable selection of images of the second supreme leader.
A portrait of NY’s emerging youth culture in the ‘80s
Fly guys — Photographer Jamel Shabazz recounts documenting the community, style and energy of the streets in New York.
Written by: Miss Rosen
Mahalia isn’t afraid to be brutally honest
From tapping into her roots and keeping an open mind, the singer shares the wisdom she’s gained through her career and while making her latest record.
Written by: Rhys Thomas
Travelling the world with Jean-Michel Basquiat
King pleasure — Artist Lee Jaffe looks back on his remarkable friendship with Basquiat just as the painter’s star was rising.
Written by: Miss Rosen
Photos capturing the birth of Washington DC’s punk scene
In the ‘80s and early ‘90s, photographer Jim Saah was a regular at DC’s riotous punk gigs. A new book featuring hundreds of bands brings together his images from that vibrant period.
Written by: Huw Baines
Portraits celebrating queer love and connection
Look at me like you love me — Photographer Jess T. Dugan’s new book offers an intimate exploration of identity, relations, and desire across gender and sexuality.
Written by: Miss Rosen