Los freestyles on Frank Ocean's 'Pink Matter' | New Music
It takes a crazy amount of guts and a shedload of talent to even consider putting a spin on Frank Ocean's hit "Pink Matter" from his hugely successful channelORANGE LP. The original features Frank's enchanting tone and some lyrical genius contributed by none other than Andre 3000.Read more
Thomas Heatherwick exhibition at the V&A: 'Designing the Extraordinary' | Art News
Thomas Heatherwick is one of Britain's most celebrated designers, achieving national and international acclaim. Fellow designer Terence Conran called him "the Leonardo da Vinci of our times," but those less aware of his full body of work might know him as "the guy who designed the Olympic cauldron"; the man responsible for one of the most breathtaking spectacles witnessed by the world during this year's Olympic events in London.
London's Victoria & Albert Museum -- the world's largest museum of decorative arts and design -- is hosting the first-ever major retrospective on Heatherwick's work. Read more
Kilo Kish - "Creepwave" (Unfinished) | New Music
Produced by Crono we have here an unfinished track by the songstress that caught our attention earlier this year with her Homeschool EP. Uploaded onto her tumblr, Kilo Kish doesn't disappoint on this track, with a few eery sounds well placed into the mellow production, therepeutic yet haunting vocals, a minimalistic beat that will have you hypnotised and nodding along and an aptly selected title "Creepwave." Read more
Trey Songz performs live on 'Today' | TV Catch-Up
With his fifth studio album (aptly named Chapter V) now on the shelves, Trey Songz has been whizzing around all over New York to promote the release of his latest body of work. Trigga Trey started off Tuesday's promo campaign accompanied by his mother at NBC's Today show where he received a flattering introduction from hosts Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford. Read more
Nicki Minaj to join American Idol judging panel?
Since American Idol judges Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler announced that they would be leaving the show, we've been sitting speculating on who the successors will be to fill the huge shoes of the two music heavyweights... Read more
Shontelle - "Custom Made" | New Music
It's been a while since we last heard from the Bajan singer and songwriter responsible for "T-Shirt" and "Impossible," but after a couple of years out of the spotlight spent putting work into her upcoming, third album, Shontelle is back. Read more
Snapshot: The Weeknd hits the studio with Diplo
Friday 13th is said to be an unlucky day, this was anything but the case for The Weeknd's fans when the enigmatic Canadian singer/songwriter published this tweet: "the path to complete insanity has begun once again, another body of work...". Read more
TENT by Esther Porter | Style
Taking discarded tents remaining after British summer music festivals, TENT revives the materials to produce a line of utilitarian duffle bags and satchels, all baring the hallmark of being handmade and designed in England. Read more
LRG presents: Life Colors Fall 2012 | Style
Orange County, California-based Lifted Research Group -- commonly known as LRG -- has decided to release a video showcasing the upcoming Fall 2012 collection of their Life Colors line. Read more
Cody ChesnuTT - “That’s Still Mama” | New Music
It's been a while since he blessed us with his soulful voice, but Cody ChesnuTT is back with this leak from his forthcoming album Landing On A Hundred which is set for release this fall.Read more
Onra - 'So Sure' | New Music
Following the recent European launch of its Supreme Sound technology, Skullcandy is now set to continue its assault on the European music scene through a multi-part series showcasing exclusive sounds from respected up-and-coming producers. The Supreme Sound From… project will feature collaborations with great talents from major music capitals throughout Europe. Read more
General: Inspired Streetwear | Style
London-based independent streetwear label General landed in the fashion world early last year and has already earned repute as a unique brand sourcing inspiration from almost every corner in the media world from film, history and art to sport, music and photography. Capturing all the elements at the heart of street culture, General clothing encompasses all of that which has made streetwear what it is today. Read more
Apliiq.com launches customisable snapback hats | Style
In light of the rapid rise of snapback hats, Los Angeles based apparel company Apliiq debuts customisable snapback hats for fashion-goers seeking a unique and personalized spin on the popular hat style. Visitors to Apliiq.com can now choose from multiple colours and hundreds of fabrics to create custom hat designs to match every individual's wardrobe, colour and pattern preference and overall taste. Read more
Rebel artist Kidult's custom tees in high demand | Style
It’s been over a year since notorious French graffiti artist Kidult first caused a stir in the fashion world by “decorating” the stores of several couture powerhouses. Aiming to bring the dark realities and pasts behind certain firms in the fashion elite to light, Chanel, Christian Louboutin and Yves Saint Laurent have all been targets of Kidult’s artistic daredevilry. Part of a one-man team, Kidult has earned himself a reputation as a valiant menace with a higher purpose -- a slight resemblance to the likes of John Doe (Se7en) and Clyde Shelton (Law Abiding Citizen) maybe? Read more
Nike SB x Levi's collaborate for exclusive skateboarding collection | Style
Today we bring to you a collaboration between two giants in the clothing industry. Nike’s skating division has partnered with Levi’s to conceive a collection featuring Nike’s intelligent technologies (Dri-FIT and Vectran), Levi’s immortal designs and WaterLess finishing touch. Whilst aimed at skaters, the collection hosts a series of jeans in the internationally-beloved 511 style. Read more