In A$AP Rocky’s latest single , the Harlem mc . The video features Rocky taking Rihanna around town having a nice time, shopping and going in and out of stores. It seems what she’s doing to the mannequin shows what she wants to do with A$AP.
and Rihanna's as well, so it was only appropriate to feature her in the video as well.
in the video, mouthing acapella lyrics from his song "Murda Something”.
A figure covering his face with a skull bandana is also shown throughout the video, with the last scene taken from KIDULT’s own documentaion of tagging the word ‘ART’ in front of the Marc Jacob’s store in New York, one can conclude the figure is meant to be .
Most interestingly A$AP Rocky told BET, If we put KIDULT’s action to the equation of this video, what he is doing can be interpreted as killing fashion.
is the first exhibition that proposed the idea of collaborating design, art, and the hotel industry. This fourth annual installation took place in and is titled , involving the likes of many local graphic designers, photographers, videographers, painters, and even performers. . Other than the artists who participated in the show, there were emerging artists from universities as well, such as people from Bina Nusantara (BINUS) and Institut Kesenian Jakarta (IKJ).
The local art scene is starting to build an audience. . Even Gita Wirjawan, Indonesia’s Minister of Trade came as a speaker to the convention.
The exhibiton highlights works and live performances by more than 40 artists, giving us as the audience a variety of art to experience. With 30-something works displayed, and a number of screenings, no wonder the first ICAD was pointed as the best exhibition back in 2009. You could say ICAD has been an inspiration for many.
The variety of works shown and support given by the government makes us realize the potential of the local art scene. From multimedia works referencing ‘7 Bidadari’ from the Indonesian folklore to sculptures citings renowned poet Chairil Anwar, a recurring theme does take place throughout the exhibition. We can see many references from Indonesian society, culture and even politics.
Some of the works featured in the 6-week show stood out more than others. Such as the 6 feet tall statue. Rhoma Irama has presented himself as a musician for many years. He can be even considered an icon in Indonesia, with his specific style. Recently he had announced that he is running as president. That being said, this statue represents more than just an icon, but it will also be a point of reference in the future to see what Rhoma used to be and is.
Another interesting work that was shown was made by . It took reference from an Indonesian folklore tale of Joko Tarup and the 7 angels, where Joko Tarup took one of angels’ cloth when they were taking a bath. In the installation Francis and Doddy puts you in the position of Joko, where there is printed images of 7 pair of lady legs and a video of the same legs moving around, and laughter of young women could be heard in the room. It was the perfect choice for them to use legs to portray a woman’s beauty without being pornographic at all.
Most of the time, we are susceptible to judge a movie by its poster. Take a glance at the ‘POL’ movie poster and it is easy to simply dismiss it as an insipid documentary film about a handful of uncouth youth raving about their undying passion on skating. However, peel away that veneer of jadedness and you’ll discover that
. While the three skaters are the spotlights of the film, alternative point of views from their family and close friends regarding their profession as professional skateboarders makes it even more endearing. For Herman, Palandeng and Kubon, there is simply no other way than to dedicate themselves fully in the world of Skateboarding that they have built from sweat, tears and blood.
The strength of the film lies in the fact that it was presented in a straightforward and sincere way that provides a clear picture into the lives of the three skaters without any unnecessary dramatization. Thus, ‘ It also proves that, as cliche as it sounds, passion is the ultimate fuel that matters when pursuing one’s dream.
Happy Coda. Released digitally by the same netlabel as her first album, Yes No Wave Music, Happy Coda consists of eight tracks all created by Frau herself.
. Moving on, a playful and teasing feel through the transition of piano melodies can be found in . Her pure vocal such as in are also the highlight of her songs. But one definitely cannot get over Tarian Sari easily.
the album is available for free download here.
Something More
Water
Empat Satu
Tarian Sari
Mr. Wolf
Arah
Suspens
Whispers
Not all musicians are brave enough to release their own album. Especially when the band consists of only one person doing the entire vocal, guitar, bass, drum, composing and programming himself. But Ababil Ashari answers the challenge and under the moniker Shorthand Phonetics, he recorded his new EP titled with only webcam microphone and computer. Originally consisting of five members, Shorthand Phonetics has now released six albums, eleven EP and few film scores. Released under the label of (owned by Ababil himself), this short EP consists of three lo-fi but catchy songs.
Shorthand Phonetics’ releases are a creative way of storytelling the life of a Japanese national, Hanabishi Hideaki. Presented in short, personal notes as if written by Hide himself, this EP depict his state of mind through the lyrics and tunes. The first song in the EP, ,features fun punk/rock feel with energetic drumbeats. The track list continues with a slow bass intro from , which then turns into frantic guitar strumming along with the synthesized vocal. The EP ends with a slower guitar-and-vocal only-song titled .
Despite being a one-man band and armed with only webcam microphone and computer, Shorthand Phonetics’ lo-fi recording manages to transfer the story of the music. If you are looking for good music to treat your ear, the EP is available for sale here and the physical CD is available here.
01. The Standard Model (Of Love)
02. Jumpin'
03. The Reconnection, or, How Things Kinda Worked Out for Jet Girl in the End (At Least She Still Has All Her Hair)
Being said as one of human’s biggest inspiration, it’s not at all hard to find love-themed music. One of the groups that take love as their inspiration is the Indonesian/Malaysian band, . These five Indonesian-born tied the knot as a band during their stay in Malaysia as college students and has released an EP titled The Modern Seasons at 2006 and their debut album, Losing Northern Lights around 2008. Earlier this year, they released their sophomore album, Colours of Joy, with a little help in distribution from Demajors who worked with many indie musicians such as Endah & Rhesa, Soulvibe, and Efek Rumah Kaca to name a few.
The album, consisting of 11 songs plus 1 bonus remix, portrays love in different angles from celebration of love in and to devastating post-breakup song like and . With acoustic guitar-piano combination, Lightcrafts brings calm feeling in but then shape-shifted it to a different vibe with the Crash & I’m A’s remix. A little Coldplay and Snow Patrol can also be felt here and there, such as in and . Overall, these 12 tracks are expressions of various love stories conveyed in euphonious tunes.
Although titled ‘Colours of Joy’, the album delivers a melancholic feel with their sentimental lyrics. The tracks in this album are definitely considerable to add to your playlist to accompany long road trips or gloomy Sunday.
Tracklist:
If you don’t mind
Amazing grace
This plastic love
Get your own way
Bonfire
The other side of the glass
Fire with fire
Starlit eyes
Love songs and lullabies
Living in words and letters
Hello goodbye
bonus track:
fire with fire (crash & I’m A remix)
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