Archive for January, 2010

NAKED AMBITION
Don Diablo’s fingers don’t just fall nimbly on the decks, they’ve also found their way into songwriting, production and label-running pies. And with that multitude of talent, this Dutch man’s produced two spanking albums of some electronic-hip-hop magic and remixed solid gold beats for Public Enemy, Laidback Luke and Mika – all of which [...]

MIMI’S MEAL TICKET
Sexy and seductive is Chinese-French DJ sensation, Misty Rabbit, aka Mimi Xu. Mimi has been spreading her wings beyond Paris and managed to garner a lovely reception for her electro-pop capabilities, her nifty label Kuskus, and her great fashion sense. But if you’re still a little fuzzed about this mystical creature, JUICE got [...]

EIGHTIES GLAM
Emerging as one of South Korea’s most exciting fashion discoveries is Fleamadonna and its mastermind, Jei Kim. With a unique style that flows beyond a particular cut, colour or form, Jei’s ‘80s music influences have brought about a modern twist to old school fashion design, keeping the label’s produce fresh and appealing to the [...]

Big Night Out is coming back for a second serving of more hot musical offerings and some cool vibrations. For one special night, come embrace indie-rock headliners, Muse. In its decade-long career, the UK music trio has sold over eight million albums, accumulated numerous awards and is highly regarded as one of the world’s finest [...]

FOUR TO THE FLOOR
For Kieren Hebden, dance is a ball of clay to be molded, mixed and mashed up as he sees fit. His stunning output as Four Tet should tell you as much: conceptual electronic themes sit comfortably beside jazz, folk and hip hop elements, making for highly ingenious and intelligent dance fare. Kieren’s [...]

The second leg of the Harajuku Street Style Pop-Up Store continues over at TANGS VivoCity from 5 to 17 February. Once more, you’ll find offerings from 12 of Tokyo’s sweetest street labels including Beauty & Youth, COEN, KBF and Urban Research. Plus, on the 6th, acclaimed fashion director, Ryu Koyama, will be making a pit [...]

Oh, Fan Death, how do we love thee! Over two singles (”Veronica’s Veil” and “Cannibal”), Marta and Dandi have been delivering on the finest disco pop this side of synth city. And now, their debut album is on the way (recorded in New York with Eric “Babytalk” Broucek), but not before Marta and Dandi give [...]

Already a favoured label amongst hipsters everywhere, 5preview purveys plain white, well-stretched tees inscribed with stark slogans and the kind of ironic play on designer logos (Chanel, YSL, etc). Now making its move out of its Italy base to New York and Stockholm (and our local) scenes, the label’s out for worldwide hipster domination and [...]

Once described as “the Godfather of French electro” by i-D magazine, Joakim isn’t messing around when it comes to his craft. Aside from being tight on the decks, the French lad is also the mastermind behind music label, Tigersushi, and has already produced amazing remixes for the likes of Erol Alkan, Simian Mobile Disco and [...]

Start prepping those Jackie Chan impressions and Bruce Lee moves, because this weekend, Full Frontal is going full-on for kung-fu. Show up as your favourite kung-fu hero and throw some power shapes on the dance floor - you know you mean business. Music will come from The Butter Factory’s spanking residents, but otherwise, the dojo’s [...]