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To say that Local Natives are this year's Fleet Foxes isn't wrong, but not that right either. Local Natives are softer, brighter and lighter than their widely critiqued sort-of-counterparts. Gorilla Manor is a delicious debut that should be listened and loved for its own merits and there are 12 of them here; from the beautiful single 'Airplanes' to the epic journey of 'Stranger Things'. For fans of harmonic vocals, delicate guitars and gorgeous layers (and I bet there'll be a lot of you).

WE // R \\ WEARING

You know about FAJ right? That's Fanny and Jessy as they are also known, and this duo have one of the coolest young labels coming straight out of London. They debuted their first range last year entitled 'I Hope You Die Soon' and they're also responsible for the infamous tee of the same name (and it's sibling, 'Suck It You Fuck') which I actually often find gets quite a warm reaction despite it's sentiment. This month they're showing their hotly anticipated sophomore collection for AW 2010 which no doubt will be full of their trademark wicked humor and edge. Definitely ones to watch.

WE // R \\ WATCHING

Honestly, who isn’t? The sixth and final season of Lost, one of the best series ever created, just started and we are sure spending more time talking, reading and thinking about it than watching it. Well, from what we read some mysteries won’t be answered (the real meaning of the numbers, anyone?), but if there's something we've learned from accompanying Locke’s island friends (and enemies) is that the travel is always more enjoyable than the actual place it’s taking you to. Well, not if the smoke monster is trying to kill you.

WE // R \\ GOING

The latest station on the Drunky Town train line is in Sydney, Australia at a little club in the Spanish Quarter (actually it's just two Spanish shops next to each other on the same street or something like that in the CBD) called GoodGod, which plays host to soirée of the moment, Slow Blow. Word has it that in January, Karen O crashed Sydney's current cool kids party, but to be honest by that time everyone was too busy dancing and cutting loose in D-Town to care. And that's the true mark of a good time - when you find yourself twirling about without a care in the world. Or it could just mean you're trashed. Heh.

WE // R \\ READING

You know those films where there are all these supposedly 'intertwined' stories and lives? Quite a cliché concept for both books and movies I suppose, but rarely does it really resonate in either medium. David Mitchell though (not the Peep Show one) manages to spin tales into tightly woven rugs that are quite fantastical yet believable, moving without being overly sentimental, eclectic and incredibly entertaining. He also writes straight narratives too, with just as much panache and verve. I just (re)read Number9Dream though any and all of David Mitchell's books are highly recommended...and he's got a newie coming out this year. EXCITEMENT.

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Colorful Geometry by Durkl

Monday // April 13, 2009 at 15:56 // filed under Music // Fashion

Late of the Pier by Durkl

If you are into multi colored geometric shapes or childish drawings then this is what you're going to be wearing in the upcoming warm sunny days. American label Durkl have just released their lookbook for Spring/Summer and it features Brit (post?) new rave band Late of the Pier as models. The boys are just the right ones for the job as like the collection, their music is a mix of cheesy '80s influence seen through fresh modern eyes.

The clothes also have a second hand shop flavor; using odd combos from an 80s colour palette. Without the trouble of having to try and fit into a smaller size as you would in a second hand shop, there are a wide variety of pieces available from T-shirts to hats; from jumpers to jackets, so no need to rummage, there's gonna be something for everyone.

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This collection if for those who think that Benetton wasn't as edgy as they want it to be.

Flash Content

Late Of The Pier - Bathroom Gurgle (Filthy Dukes remix) [mp3]

POSTED BY RAPHAEL CAFFARENA

TAGS: Durkl, Late of the Pier // LINKS: Durkl, Late of the Pier

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IM//A\\PARTY by Fabio Motta

Monday // April 06, 2009 at 20:09 // filed under Music // Etc

Bag Raiders

Welcome to our IM//A\\PARTY - The Synth Pop Edition galleries! The line-up was graced with Bag Raiders, Luciano from The Twelves, Boss in Drama and Pomada from Funhell. Not one, but SIX of the best party photographers in São Paulo also represented and here are our favourite shots from each.

This is IM//A\\PARTY as seen through the lense of Fabio Motta.

GALLERY