Why 2017 is the year for artist Harland Miller
2017: Why it's the year for artist Harland Miller - words Jade Angeles Fitton All writers know the importance of a great title, and it’s something many writers struggle with; but Harland Miller has turned his knack into an art form. Born in Yorkshire in 1964, Harland...
The vibrant Israeli Art Scene in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem
The vibrant Israeli Art Scene in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem - Chris Zacharia At first glance, Leon Azuleov’s Biblical watercolours look nice. Pretty. Peaceful, even. And then, suddenly, you see them. Words. Hundreds of thousands of them. Tiny, barely decipherable words...
What can we learn from starman & maverick David Bowie?
What can we learn from starman & maverick David Bowie? - words Phil Beadle There’s a section in the foreword to my book ‘Rules for Mavericks’ in which the great music writer Chris Roberts writes a four-word, verbless sentence in description of a recently deceased...
Six of the most scenic places to visit in cyprus
words Alexa Wang When your surroundings include the glistening Mediterranean Sea, verdant hills, and strips of pristine beaches, you know you're spoilt for scenic spots which'll really knock you for six. It is littered with places to visit in Cyprus, whether by the...
Why planning a UK break can be better than travelling abroad
Having a good time when holidaying abroad can be a lot of pressure. All that money spent, time taken off, friends and/or family wrangled, intricate plans made, it can feel as if anything can go wrong at any moment. If you’re flying, it can feel like a miracle when you...
Meet El Bandito, the Liverpudlian-Mexican bar taking London by storm
Words: Chris Zacharia Tequila slammer: a bad shot, or the worst? Either way, don’t expect to find one here at El Bandito. With a glittering cast of Mexico’s most authentic fine tequilas and mescals, it’s a very different kind of drinking experience. You won’t need...
Le Youth DJ Mix Exclusive / Kitsuné Summer Party
Check out our exclusive Le Youth DJ mix ahead of his appearance at the Kitsuné summer party on 10 June. It's a summer treat for fans of R&B and 90's house from the LA producer and electronic musician and Kitsuné records. For electronic music lovers,...
How to have a chilled festival season this year
How to have a chilled festival season this year - words Alexa Wang Hard as it may be to believe, summer (a.k.a The Festival Season) is swiftly approaching. But with the constant partying, copious amounts of alcohol, showerless days and sleepless nights, sometimes a...
Lunch in London: Sherlock Holmes Afternoon Tea at the Taj!
Celebrating Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's famous sleuth this summer, St James Court: A Taj Hotel has launched their Sherlock Holmes Afternoon Tea experience. Lunch in London has never been so logical. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes is of course known for his...
Spaceship film – Interview with director Alex Taylor
Spaceship film - Interview with director Alex Taylor by Paul Risker The journey of the filmmaker is one of a series of transitions and while writer director Alex Taylor’s Spaceship film is a moment of transition from short to feature filmmaking, it possesses a...
Jane Weaver – Did You See Butterflies? plus new album
Jane Weaver - Did You See Butterflies? plus new album - words Alan Powdrill Jane Weaver’s adventure into off kilter pop continues with her new single 'Did You See Butterflies?’ As an artist she drifts between folk, indie and electronic pop quite effortlessly with...
The Olive Oil Martini – My classic cocktail with a twist…
You can keep your miniature umbrellas and silly names. The real advantage that cocktails have over other drinks is customisation. Unlike a pint of beer or a glass of wine, you can add your own unique twist to a cocktail. Try adding a slice of cucumber or a dash of...
Miley Cyrus Ate My Hamster: Is Miley Cyrus for Real?
Miley Cyrus is a global phenoma. So, as the wrecking ball swings again to reveal a resurrected loved-up Miley with new single 'Malibu', we ask is she real? Or is all this Miley-could-not-give-a-f**k-ness some kind of Big Brother chicanery designed to take us on...
Libya: A Human Marketplace by Narciso Contreras for Fondation Carmignac
words Abby Watsom When the West intervened in Libya I’m sure they had honourable intentions. The problem is they only helped the collapse of many of the fragile structures holding the country together. The country now has several competing governments and is in many...
Duchamp’s Ring by Mike Chavez-Dawson – Buddha of the Bathroom
When Marcel Duchamp introduced his Fountain (you know - the infamous urinal signed R.Mutt) to the world back in 1917 he opened his very own Pandora’s Box and became part of contemporary art history. We've all been flailing to try and catch up ever since. His concept...