Interview

C. Lucy R. Whitehead
C. Lucy R. Whitehead
Is This a Body?

Making the human body abstract takes talent, and that’s precisely what this artist has. Don’t miss her unique paintings at London’s Soho Revue gallery, on view through October 12th.

MICAM
MICAM
Sustainable, Digital and Futuristic

One week after their last edition in Milan, we speak with the President of the international footwear exhibition to learn more about the trends in this sector.

Banksia
Banksia
On Heartbreak, Meditation, and Sampling

Being heartbroken is shit. However, if you’re a producer like Banksia, you might take it as an opportunity to create honest, authentic work. Just like he’s done with “Clay,” his latest EP.

Nicky Elisabeth
Nicky Elisabeth
Balance Makes Perfect

METAL sat down with London and Amsterdam-based pop artist to discuss her latest album, “The Way of Love”, out today, and address the question of party rat vs home body.

Naomi Wong
Naomi Wong
Now You See Me, A Documentation of Men

The photographer’s latest book is an intimate depiction of the lives of British Chinese men, evoking the complexities of identity, memory and nostalgia.

Arnaud Valois
Arnaud Valois
The Man Who Fears Nothing

Arnaud Valois, a standout in French cinema, has captivated Europe’s top directors and Dior alike. Now, he shines as Yves Saint Laurent in the new hit show Becoming Karl Lagerfeld.

abs8lute
abs8lute
Support Your Local DJs More than Ever

Two months before her performance at Positive Education festival, we chat with the artist about forward-thinking sets, activism, the need for safe spaces, and more.

Rocksteady
Rocksteady
Heroes and Villains

Heroes and villains come alive in Rocksteady — a Shanghai-based label founded in 2021. Their Rockstar-ready designs include bat-wing shaped tailoring and a spider-web leather jacket.

Amber Broos
Amber Broos
Making Crowds Dance

Jumping from festival to festival and from club the club, the DJ and producer has lived her best brat summer. Today we speak with her about being a radio host, playing Tomorrowland several times, and more.

Macu Machín
Macu Machín
Herencia y desarraigo en el entorno rural

“La hojarasca”, de Macu Machín, se estrena hoy. Desarraigo, herencia y familia en una obra que mezcla ficción y documental. Hablamos con la directora.

Soji Solarin
Soji Solarin
Designing with Intention

This up-and-coming designer is making streetwear that captures the defining aspects of contemporary living.

salute
salute
On Making Joyful Music, Collaboration, and Vintage Ads

The singer escaped to a country house to avoid distractions and work on “True Magic,” his newest album with a joyful, summer-y vibe that features collabs with Rina Sawayama, Disclosure, Empress Of, and more.

Tabber
Tabber
Madness, Sadness and Greatness

We spoke with Tabber during his European tour, one that is the reflection of years of hard work and a unique style that makes him the future of Korean music.

AJ Tracey
AJ Tracey
After Live and Direct: Leaving a Legacy

AJ Tracey, now 30, rose to fame with hits like “Thiago Silva” and “Ladbroke Grove.” His upcoming third album reflects a mature, introspective side, honoring his UK roots.

Ishmael Ensemble
Ishmael Ensemble
A Labour of Love

Their new album, “Rituals,” released today celebrates the rush and energy of life back in the real world through twelve big songs for big stages.

Gabriel Massan
Gabriel Massan
The Crossroads of Life and Art

Gabriel Massan, a digital artist from Rio de Janeiro, blends decoloniality, queerness, and storytelling through digital forms, challenging societal norms and embracing diversity.

KI/KI
KI/KI
Leave it to her vibe

Whether it’s all-night-long sets in underground clubs or meticulous stage programming at the upcoming Dutch festival Draaimolen, the DJ and producer does it all—with her own vibe.

Gene Gallagher
Gene Gallagher
Boy in a Band

Gene Gallagher, son of Liam Gallagher, debuts with his band Villanelle. Rooted in Britpop, his project promises success as he follows his own musical path.

Artemas
Artemas
Still in Season 1

If you’re on social media, you’ve heard his music. The viral hit “i like the way you kiss me is his,” but what else do you know about him? Here are some insights into the enigmatic artist.

John Summit
John Summit
Emotionally Invested

We speak with the Chicago native artist whose rise in the dance music scene has been nothing short of meteoric about his debut album, “Comfort in Chaos.”

Luna Del Pinal
Luna Del Pinal
Taking It Slow

Gabriela Luna and Corina del Pinal, founders of the brand sit down with us to discuss textiles, their fashion journey around the world, and championing slow fashion.

Camille Charrière
Camille Charrière
How Much Does Fashion Love Us Back?

Camille Charrière blends critical thinking with creativity in fashion, offering honest insights and questioning the industry's true reciprocity. With over a decade of experience, she's a trusted voice, shedding light on both its virtues and flaws.

Joy Gregory
Joy Gregory
Home is Where the Food Is

In an exhibit at London's Heathrow Airport, the photographer captures the plants that make asylum seekers remember the homes they had to leave.

Sally Saul
Sally Saul
Cartoon Guru

Clownishly big hands and feet, stripey pajamas, and groggy faces are essentials in Saul’s arsenal– as are a master’s in American Literature and a witty brilliance that invariably shines through.

Mura Masa
Mura Masa
The Secret Ingredient is Love

As the metaverse grows silent, Mura Masa steps off the ride, seeking authentic spaces for connection and care. It’s time to pause, reflect, and create a future together.

Matthieu Croizier
Matthieu Croizier
On Queerness, Monstrosity, and Darkness

In his latest series, now published as a photo book, the Swiss photographer turns the lens on himself to explore otherness and alienation. This is “Everything Goes Dark a Little Further Down.”

Joann
Joann
Art in the Age of AI

Revolution or dystopia? While some in the art world dismiss it, Joann uses AI to create hyperrealist worlds beyond imagination, collaborating with top brands like Gucci and adidas.

Vicky Knight
Vicky Knight
More than Meets the Eye

We connect with actress Vicky Knight about “Silver Haze”, a queer film loosely inspired by Knight's lived experience as a victim of an arson attack that killed her cousins and the man who saved her.

Magdalena Bay
Magdalena Bay
The Journey Of Love, Music, and True

The Miami-based duo is releasing their new album “Imaginal Disk” today, which follows a character named True across the evolution of humankind. Have a listen!

Luna Ikuta
Luna Ikuta
Building Ethereality

The artist’s delicate skill marries the organic and the industrial, the solid and the ephemeral, carving out a beloved niche for herself in the art world.