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#art-history
fromArtforum
2 weeks ago
Photography

Max Kozloff (1933-2025)

Max Kozloff, influential critic and art historian, died at 91, leaving a legacy of challenging traditional narratives in art history.
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago
London politics

The Alienation Effect by Owen Hatherley review meet the brutalists

The study reveals that outsiders often provide fresh perspectives on cultural identity, as exemplified by émigrés' influence on English art and architecture.
fromArtforum
2 weeks ago
Photography

Max Kozloff (1933-2025)

Max Kozloff, influential critic and art historian, died at 91, leaving a legacy of challenging traditional narratives in art history.
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago
London politics

The Alienation Effect by Owen Hatherley review meet the brutalists

The study reveals that outsiders often provide fresh perspectives on cultural identity, as exemplified by émigrés' influence on English art and architecture.
more#art-history
fromPolygon
20 hours ago
Video games

An indie game dev revives a long-lost genre: the heavy-metal-band video game

Chaosmonger Studio is developing a love letter game titled 'Voivod: The Nuclear Warrior', dedicated to the metal band Voivod.
#comedy
fromArs Technica
1 day ago
Music

Monty Python and the Holy Grail turns 50

Monty Python and the Holy Grail is a landmark comedy film celebrated for its absurdist humor and cultural significance over the past 50 years.
fromtime.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Clean Slate Is Norman Lear's Parting Gift to a Fractured Society

Norman Lear's legacy continues through modern reboots and original stories, focusing on humor as a unifying force in society.
Music
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Monty Python and the Holy Grail turns 50

Monty Python and the Holy Grail is a landmark comedy film celebrated for its absurdist humor and cultural significance over the past 50 years.
fromtime.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Clean Slate Is Norman Lear's Parting Gift to a Fractured Society

Norman Lear's legacy continues through modern reboots and original stories, focusing on humor as a unifying force in society.
more#comedy
#fashion
Fashion & style
fromAnOther
2 months ago

Gucci Stops, Takes Stock, and Assesses What It Stands for Today

Gucci's Autumn/Winter 2025 show embodies unity and exploration of its rich history while celebrating gender fluidity in fashion.
fromWho What Wear
1 day ago
Fashion & style

A Fashion Editor's Guide to The Best Met Gala Themes Of All Time

The 2025 Met Gala will honor Black Dandyism with the theme 'Tailored for You,' emphasizing sharp suiting.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Fashion & style

Street Style Look of the Week: Travel Outfits

Stylish travelers embody a timeless fashion sense, reflecting cultural influences and personal stories.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Fashion & style

Specs appeal: why are slutty little glasses' suddenly everywhere?

Tiny metal-frame spectacles are gaining popularity, largely driven by celebrities and cultural trends.
fromstupidDOPE
1 week ago
Fashion & style

Brigade's Spring/Summer 2025 Collection Channels Global Inspirations and NYC Spirit | stupidDOPE

Brigade's Spring/Summer 2025 collection enhances cultural storytelling with global influences while honoring Puerto Rican and Dominican heritage.
Fashion & style
fromAnOther
2 months ago

Gucci Stops, Takes Stock, and Assesses What It Stands for Today

Gucci's Autumn/Winter 2025 show embodies unity and exploration of its rich history while celebrating gender fluidity in fashion.
Fashion & style
fromWho What Wear
1 day ago

A Fashion Editor's Guide to The Best Met Gala Themes Of All Time

The 2025 Met Gala will honor Black Dandyism with the theme 'Tailored for You,' emphasizing sharp suiting.
fromstupidDOPE
1 week ago
Fashion & style

Brigade's Spring/Summer 2025 Collection Channels Global Inspirations and NYC Spirit | stupidDOPE

Brigade's Spring/Summer 2025 collection enhances cultural storytelling with global influences while honoring Puerto Rican and Dominican heritage.
more#fashion
Social justice
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Why Shakespeare's take on happiness still resonates in 2025

Happiness is deeply intertwined with caring and sharing, influenced by both personal experiences and cultural contexts.
#music
Music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Susan Alcorn, Voyager on Pedal Steel Guitar, Dies at 71

Susan Alcorn, a pioneering pedal steel guitarist, died at 71, recognized for her role in transforming the instrument beyond country music.
fromKqed
2 weeks ago
SF music

20 Musicians Who Should Get to Go to Space Before Katy Perry

Musicians have drawn inspiration from space and science fiction, reflecting a cosmic influence in their works.
fromConsequence
4 days ago
Music

Jerry Cantrell on Bringing "Something a Little Left of Center" to the Sinners Soundtrack

The song 'In Moonlight' blends various genres, showcasing blues' influence on modern music and culture, as highlighted in the film 'Sinners'.
Music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Susan Alcorn, Voyager on Pedal Steel Guitar, Dies at 71

Susan Alcorn, a pioneering pedal steel guitarist, died at 71, recognized for her role in transforming the instrument beyond country music.
fromKqed
2 weeks ago
SF music

20 Musicians Who Should Get to Go to Space Before Katy Perry

Musicians have drawn inspiration from space and science fiction, reflecting a cosmic influence in their works.
fromConsequence
4 days ago
Music

Jerry Cantrell on Bringing "Something a Little Left of Center" to the Sinners Soundtrack

The song 'In Moonlight' blends various genres, showcasing blues' influence on modern music and culture, as highlighted in the film 'Sinners'.
more#music
Cars
fromCreative Bloq
4 days ago

From Porsche to BMW: 9 of the most iconic car designs of all time

Iconic car designs blend recognizability, innovation, and cultural impact, celebrating vehicles that shaped automotive history.
History
fromNature
1 week ago

Ancient DNA poses puzzle of why Phoenicians spread culture but not their genes

The Phoenician civilization spread culture but not DNA, as Punic people's genomes lack links to ancient Middle Easterners.
#contemporary-art
fromTheartnewspaper
1 week ago
Arts

Guy Ullens, collector and patron of Chinese contemporary art, has died, aged 90

Guy Ullens, key figure in Chinese contemporary art, co-founded UCCA, significantly influencing the art scene before passing away at age 90.
fromHypebeast
3 weeks ago
Video games

The Hole's Latest Group Show Explores the Art of Video Game Aesthetics

Video games influence contemporary art as a cultural force, reshaping perceptions and interactions with the world.
fromTheartnewspaper
1 week ago
Arts

Guy Ullens, collector and patron of Chinese contemporary art, has died, aged 90

Guy Ullens, key figure in Chinese contemporary art, co-founded UCCA, significantly influencing the art scene before passing away at age 90.
fromHypebeast
3 weeks ago
Video games

The Hole's Latest Group Show Explores the Art of Video Game Aesthetics

Video games influence contemporary art as a cultural force, reshaping perceptions and interactions with the world.
more#contemporary-art
Fashion & style
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

How Avant-Garde Japanese Designers Forever Changed the Way We Dress

Japanese avant-garde fashion has transformed global fashion perspectives with its unique aesthetic and cultural roots.
Food & drink
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Why Japan Is So Difficult to Write About

Japan's cultural and aesthetic influence profoundly connects to identity, food, and global trends, shaping modern appreciation for beauty and cultural practices.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Music production

How Japanese Engineering Transformed Pop Music

Hendrix's iconic rendition of The Star-Spangled Banner at Woodstock showcases the transformative impact of Japanese technology on music.
#mental-health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

When Body Image Becomes the Center of Self-Worth

Body image significantly influences self-worth in modern culture, often overshadowing deeper psychological issues.
Therapy helps individuals redefine self-worth beyond appearance, fostering a more balanced self-view.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Culture and Imposter Syndrome

The environment and societal expectations profoundly influence self-confidence and contribute to imposter syndrome in individuals.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

When Body Image Becomes the Center of Self-Worth

Body image significantly influences self-worth in modern culture, often overshadowing deeper psychological issues.
Therapy helps individuals redefine self-worth beyond appearance, fostering a more balanced self-view.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Culture and Imposter Syndrome

The environment and societal expectations profoundly influence self-confidence and contribute to imposter syndrome in individuals.
more#mental-health
#perception
more#perception
fromCreative Bloq
2 weeks ago
Graphic design

'Great brands retain a degree of mystery': a day in the life of Julian Kyanston

Julian Kyanston's experiences with football gangs and designer brands shaped his career in branding and marketing.
Berlin music
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

Kurt Weill Kept Reinventing Himself

Kurt Weill transformed music by making it accessible and relevant to contemporary audiences, effectively bridging the gap between elite art and mass appeal.
#latin-american-literature
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Mario Vargas Llosa, giant of Latin American literature, dies aged 89

Mario Vargas Llosa, a key figure in Latin American literature, died at 89, leaving a legacy of influential works exploring power and corruption.
Books
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Mario Vargas Llosa and the Latin American boom': The extinction of the literary barbarians

Latin American writers of the 20th century left a profound mark on literature, showcasing diverse styles and themes reflective of their cultures.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Mario Vargas Llosa, giant of Latin American literature, dies aged 89

Mario Vargas Llosa, a key figure in Latin American literature, died at 89, leaving a legacy of influential works exploring power and corruption.
Books
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Mario Vargas Llosa and the Latin American boom': The extinction of the literary barbarians

Latin American writers of the 20th century left a profound mark on literature, showcasing diverse styles and themes reflective of their cultures.
more#latin-american-literature
Independent films
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Trump's Trade War With China Is Now Hurting Hollywood-and US Soft Power

The Minecraft Movie's success in China may be short-lived due to new tariffs impacting US films.
Tariffs could reduce American film presence in China's market.
#exhibition
fromJuxtapoz
1 month ago
Video games

Juxtapoz Magazine - Mattel's 80th Anniversary Group Exhibition Kicks Off at Corey Helford Gallery with "Toys As Art, Art Inspired By Toys"

Mattel toys have transformed into cultural artifacts, influencing art and nostalgia while engaging both children and adults.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Fashion & style

Curtains, wellies, nuclear subs and a tsar's palace: how William Morris mania swept the world

William Morris's designs have become ubiquitous, infiltrating modern life and maintaining their popularity decades after his death.
fromJuxtapoz
2 months ago
Design

Juxtapoz Magazine - Alex Lukas Curates "Public Texts: A Californian Visual Language" @ UC Santa Barbara

California artists creatively merge language and visual art, reflecting a rich cultural landscape through diverse textual expressions.
fromJuxtapoz
1 month ago
Video games

Juxtapoz Magazine - Mattel's 80th Anniversary Group Exhibition Kicks Off at Corey Helford Gallery with "Toys As Art, Art Inspired By Toys"

Mattel toys have transformed into cultural artifacts, influencing art and nostalgia while engaging both children and adults.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Fashion & style

Curtains, wellies, nuclear subs and a tsar's palace: how William Morris mania swept the world

William Morris's designs have become ubiquitous, infiltrating modern life and maintaining their popularity decades after his death.
fromJuxtapoz
2 months ago
Design

Juxtapoz Magazine - Alex Lukas Curates "Public Texts: A Californian Visual Language" @ UC Santa Barbara

California artists creatively merge language and visual art, reflecting a rich cultural landscape through diverse textual expressions.
more#exhibition
#music-history
NYC music
fromPitchfork
3 weeks ago

New York Dolls: New York Dolls

The New York Dolls' debut album polarized critics and fans, influencing the punk scene despite mixed reactions to their aesthetic and sound.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago
Brooklyn

From hip hop pioneer to underrated rapper: Will Smith's effort to revive his forgotten music career

Will Smith shaped hip-hop without profanity, maintaining a family-friendly image that set him apart.
NYC music
fromPitchfork
3 weeks ago

New York Dolls: New York Dolls

The New York Dolls' debut album polarized critics and fans, influencing the punk scene despite mixed reactions to their aesthetic and sound.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago
Brooklyn

From hip hop pioneer to underrated rapper: Will Smith's effort to revive his forgotten music career

Will Smith shaped hip-hop without profanity, maintaining a family-friendly image that set him apart.
more#music-history
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago
SF food

Do Swedish Fish Candy Have Anything To Do With Sweden? - Tasting Table

Swedish Fish is a unique candy that represents Swedish culture and has gained immense popularity in North America since the 1960s.
#american-culture
Arts
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Goodbye, Camelot. Hello, MAGAlot.

Trump aims to reshape American culture akin to JFK's influence, but lacks the nuanced understanding needed to achieve this.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

An American ugliness

The crass and oppressive aspects of the U.S. culture have deep roots, often hidden beneath the allure of wealth and propaganda.
Arts
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Goodbye, Camelot. Hello, MAGAlot.

Trump aims to reshape American culture akin to JFK's influence, but lacks the nuanced understanding needed to achieve this.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

An American ugliness

The crass and oppressive aspects of the U.S. culture have deep roots, often hidden beneath the allure of wealth and propaganda.
more#american-culture
Women
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Scientists reveal why men like breasts - fixation may be hard-wired

The attraction to breasts in men appears to be hardwired rather than solely culturally conditioned.
#art
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago
Graphic design

The artist behind HBO's The Last of Us Season 2 poster campaign reveals why it's "profoundly different"

The absence of a strong art community in Houston motivated a self-driven journey toward an artistic career.
fromColossal
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Signe Emdal's Chromatic Weavings Manifest Wonder and Joy

Signe Emdal transitioned from functional textile art to intuitive, expressive creations, influenced by personal growth and surrounding cultures.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
Writing

Dara Maillard paints history's ghosts and they stare right back | amNewYork

Dara Maillard's art disrupts historical narratives through potent, otherworldly depictions of the body, blending cultural influences from both East and West.
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago
Graphic design

The artist behind HBO's The Last of Us Season 2 poster campaign reveals why it's "profoundly different"

The absence of a strong art community in Houston motivated a self-driven journey toward an artistic career.
fromColossal
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Signe Emdal's Chromatic Weavings Manifest Wonder and Joy

Signe Emdal transitioned from functional textile art to intuitive, expressive creations, influenced by personal growth and surrounding cultures.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
Writing

Dara Maillard paints history's ghosts and they stare right back | amNewYork

Dara Maillard's art disrupts historical narratives through potent, otherworldly depictions of the body, blending cultural influences from both East and West.
more#art
Cocktails
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Kitty Bernardo Is Taking Tiki Culture Into the Future

Kitty Bernardo is a rising star in the bartending scene, known for creative tiki cocktails and contribution to the cultural influx of Filipino bartenders.
NYC politics
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

An Excerpt From Alissa Wilkinson's Joan Didion Biography

Joan Didion's literary influence continues to resonate, prompting new explorations into her impact on American culture and storytelling.
Graphic design
fromwww.vice.com
10 months ago

How Digital Artist Serwah Attafuah Ended Up Working With Paris Hilton

Art by Serwah Attafuah uniquely combines Afrofuturism and Renaissance influences, reflecting cultural heritage and modern artistic expressions.
fromPolygon
1 month ago
Independent films

Hideo Kojima is back at it again talking about his favorite French movies

Hideo Kojima passionately shares his love for classic French cinema, hoping to inspire younger generations.
Kojima's recommendations focus on influential French films from his childhood.
UK news
fromPrx
1 month ago

The World

Heathrow Airport closed due to fire at an electric substation highlighting vulnerability of critical infrastructure.
Sudanese troops regain control of presidential palace amid ongoing conflict with paramilitary forces.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
London food

If You Can Name 10 Of These Dishes Named After People, Congrats! You Know More Than Most Home Cooks

Some popular dishes are inspired by the names of their inventors or notable personalities.
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The colour of my skin didn't matter': exhibition shines light on black artists in postwar Paris

Postwar Paris served as a liberating hub for Black artists, significantly shaping their work and influence despite historical marginalization.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
US politics

Melania Trump shows no interest in her homeland Slovenia for that I am thankful | Ana Schnabl

Slovenia seeks to enhance its international presence through the achievements of notable citizens and soft power rather than through direct political influence.
#london-dining
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
London food

The Great Indian, London: A thoroughly delightful food pub' restaurant review

The Great Indian in London offers a unique menu that blends Indian influences with creative dishes, served by an experienced Indian team.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
London food

The Great Indian, London: A thoroughly delightful food pub' restaurant review

The Great Indian in London offers a unique menu that blends Indian influences with creative dishes, served by an experienced Indian team.
more#london-dining
History
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

Medieval Spain in Modern Media: Games, Shows, and Stories that Bring the Past to Life - Medievalists.net

Medieval Spain's rich history inspires modern creators, showing its significance across genres and mediums.
Music production
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Guns, bombs and needle-drop genius: how AC/DC and Motorhead became the sound of World War II

Music supervisors are more imaginative today than ever, enhancing viewer engagement through innovative song placements.
Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago

Floriane Rousselot translates music into bold visual worlds

Floriane Rousselot uses design as a medium to translate human experiences and emotions into visual art.
Alternative transportation
fromstupidDOPE
2 months ago

Peugeot's Wild Pikes Peak Concept Reimagines the 504 with Motorsport and Hip-Hop Influences | stupidDOPE

Peugeot's Pikes Peak concept car merges motorsport innovation with retro influences and cultural expressions.
The design pairs aggressive features with urban aesthetics, creating a bold automotive statement.
fromGrub Street
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Schmuck Is Unlike Any Other Bar in New York

Schmuck, a new East Village bar, combines Yiddish heritage with a cozy atmosphere and creatively named cocktails.
fromInc
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

What Business Leaders Can Learn From Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Playbook

Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show was a nuanced blend of cultural storytelling, rather than an overt political statement.
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

How Many Adult New Yorkers Are Secretly Subsidized by Their Parents?

Parent money significantly influences culture and economic opportunities in New York, reshaping perceptions of financial stability among peers.
fromTechRadar
2 months ago
Information security

The Attention Alchemists: crafting gold from social engineering

Modern engagement strategies prioritize capturing human attention over mere education.
Social engineering techniques leverage emotional responses for influence.
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