Magazine
On the frontlines with Germany’s eco-activists
Off-Grid Apocalypse — Deep within a forest on the outskirts of Germany, a small army of activists is fighting to protect a 12,000-year-old natural resource from being destroyed. As photographer Néha Hirve found out, it’s a battle that feels like waiting for the end of the world to come.
Written by: Néha Hirve
(Sandy) Alex G is satisfied with never feeling satisfied
Brite Boy — Alexander Giannascoli has grown from cult online artist to indie rock heavyweight without ever sacrificing his DIY approach. With a new album set to increase his stock even further, he’s happy to continue trusting his instincts – regardless of where they take him.
Written by: Al Horner
Rae Smith is pushing the boundaries of who skate is for
Beyond Binary — Rae Smith grew up not realising she was born intersex, leading to years of emotional upheaval where she kept her true self secret. Then she found skateboarding.
Written by: Jessica Holland
Peace is offering Colombia's coffee trade a chance to grow
Grounds for change — Colombia’s coffee-growing region was once a violent no-go zone where all the best beans were exported. But as peace has spread, an influx of coffee fanatics is revolutionising the landscape.
Written by: Jez Fredenburgh
Mason Silva is capturing the grind of life on the road
Full Bleed — Pro skater Mason Silva is entering a new phase of his career. In an industry famed for chewing up talent and spitting them out, he has embraced film photography as a way to stay grounded in the present – preserving moments of magic in the process.
Written by: Ciara Byrne
Surfbort’s Dani Miller is the new punk queen of NYC
Songs of anarchy — As leader of New York garage punks Surfbort, Dani Miller is on a convention-defying, anxiety-confronting mission to champion self-acceptance in the name of outsiders everywhere.
Written by: Niall Flynn
The joy of protest: how modern activists are beating burnout
Frontline optimism — Sometimes pushing for change can lead to despair. But it’s in the face of anxiety that activists are discovering a tonic for fights that may otherwise feel fruitless: the thrill of a concerted effort.
Written by: Emily Reynolds
A teen's visual diary of the early-90s rave scene
Punching the Light — At 15, Simon Burstall made two discoveries that would change him forever: photography and raves. Now, having trawled through a trove of material from that time, the Australian has uncovered scenes from a subcultural oasis – and a turning point in his life.
Written by: Cian Traynor
ScHoolboy Q doesn’t care what you think
Maximum chill — Hip hop heavyweight ScHoolboy Q went from prison to platinum-selling artist, becoming a father in between. Five albums into a unique career, he’s hungrier than ever – just don’t expect him to take life too seriously.
Written by: Niall Flynn
Why there's no such thing as an urgent email
Do not disturb — Modern work-culture has given rise to an unfortunate phenomenon: the Out Of Office message, a stopgap measure where ‘off-grid’ no longer means ‘off-limits’. But through tiny acts of rebellion, we can start reclaiming our downtime.
Written by: Amelia Tait