Created for CR Fashion Book, ‘Entropy’ has been made by NYC Agency Swell. Defined by the Encyclopedia Brittanica as “…the measure of a system’s thermal energy per unit temperature that is unavailable for doing useful work” the short leverages digital technology to showcase fashion in a highly refined manner. Perfect synchronization of music and camerawork … Continue reading
‘Zebra’ from Daniel Lopatin new Oneohtrix Point Never album, R Plus Seven (released October 1 via Warp). According to Lopatin’s representative, they’re not tracks but rather, “sonic elements” from the record that will evolve into proper songs. The accompanying artwork for the song comes from artist Jacob Ciocci. For a full album review via emusic Continue reading
It’s easy like Sunday morning… for a laid-back vibe tune into Brixton newcomer Leon Else. An emerging talent following the release of this demo only, we’re certain we’ll be touched by Else’s aural soulfulness long into ‘tomorrow land’. Continue reading
One of the most intriguing Disney films to come out this year isn’t a Disney film at all. Apparently, Disney had no idea it was being made and now that they do, it’s a wonder that the people behind it aren’t getting sued. Escape From Tomorrow attracted a lot of attention at Sundance for its … Continue reading
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I recently had a meeting with The Future Laboratory at their offices in Spitalfields, London. A consumer-insight and brands agency, The Future Laboratory offers a powerful blend of trend forecasting and innovation strategies making it one of the world’s most renowned and respected futures consultancies. Whether we like it or not, trends are a fundamental … Continue reading
The future of modern mega cities is definitely happening in China. A time-lapse film by Joerg Daiber. Shot in Shanghai, China with Lumix GH2, Gorillapod, 14-140mm and 7-14mm Lumix Lenses. Postproduction with Adobe Creative Production Suite. Music: Johann Sebastian Bach: Toccata & Fugue Continue reading
Desolation, battling personal demons, grinding guitar riffs, corrupted innocence, polished 80’s electro beats, forbidden love, lyrics that bleed into dreams… No one quite puts it together like the lads from Basildon; Depeche Mode are back and we haven’t stopped playing the new album #deltamachine #curatedaddiction Continue reading
As it’s the weekend, revisiting this great short about a robot in space. Set 6000 years in the future, Robbie charts the existential reflections of an aging robot drifting alone through space on the last of his battery life. Surprisingly moving. Made mainly with NASA footage and VoiceOver. Continue reading
Happyday To Me! Today I get to be the queen of everything and so I wish for a day of sweetness (hopefully with candles atop), friendships (real, authentic, human – NOT of the social media kind), sunshine and all good things for mankind. Oh… and the soundtrack of the day? Pharrell Williams’ new tune, ‘Happy’ from the … Continue reading
“I think for us we were really inspired by how these new technologies are allowing people to dream up new ways to augment your physical surroundings by adding virtual layers on top.” – Ryan Holladay Via Made by Originals Continue reading
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