RICHARD AYOADE DIRECTS YEAH YEAH YEAHS "HEADS WILL ROLL"

Regardless of the fact that this video came out in May, we still want to share it with you. Yeah Yeah Yeahs really keep us enthusiastic about the industry of music and video. Their creativity surpasses so many people out there for its originality and overall talent. We don't know about you, but we're sort of done seeing stop motion effects and 80s pop references (a related posting on that to come).

So if you’ve seen this video, enjoy. And if you haven’t, enjoy even more.

ARTIST::YEAH YEAH YEAHS
TRACK::HEADS WILL ROLL
DIRECTOR::RICHARD AYOADE
PROD.CO::N/A

THE TRANSFORMER: MODEL AJ ABUALRUB IN PARIS

Originally from Kentucky, AJ Abualrub is climbing the ranks of top male model stardom at record speed. Calvin Klein ads have catapulted him from an under-the-radar blue eyed southern boy to a sought after runway walker.

Check out more images of Abualrub on his recent trip to Paris for model castings and hanging around like he's not hot.

THE PHOTOS::MODELS.COM
MODEL::AJ ABUALRUB
PHOTOGRAPHER::ERIC SPOSITO

NO, THIS IS NOT A BLOOD BAG

Here's an ingenious way to transport wine without having to carry bulky bottles (that clumsily fall to the ground and shatter on occasion). The PlatyPreserve holds an entire bottle of wine and can actually make it last longer by eliminating the presence of oxygen.

MORE INFO::PLATYPRESERVE

SONG OF THE WEEK: MICHAEL JACKSON

Innovator, iconoclast, Michael Jackson set the standard for pop music. He was, despite all controversy, a true legend. He pioneered his way to the top as the king of pop and influenced a nation, including songwriters and performers, whom over the years showed their influences by paying homage to the legend in performances and covers. This week, Platform Song of the Week belongs to none other than pop music’s greatest talent: Michael Jackson.

UNIQLO TO BUY GAP?

In an article published in UK's Independent, rumor has it that Uniqlo's founder Tadashi Yanai might be in the works of buying the quintessential all American chain company, Gap. Both companies are associated with celebrity ad campaigns and designer collaborations, most recently, Uniqlo has hired minimal mastermind Jil Sander to design. Yanai hopes that within the next decade, revenue will jump to ¥5 trillion (over £30bn). If the Gap buyout transpires, this could make Uniqlo a true global player in the retail industry.

READ::PLAIN AND SIMPLE:THE UNIQLO FORMULA

YSL MEN'S SHOW IN PARIS OPENS WITH NARRATIVE SHORT

Yves St. Laurent’s men’s show yesterday kicked off with a narrative short film starring a baby faced 11-year-old named Jules Benchetrit, the writer and director Samuel Benchetrit’s son. In it, the little model walks around an empty hotel room trying on clothes, watches porn, and attempts to call a girl from school, all while donning YSL duds.

CREATIVE DIRECTOR::STEFANO PILATI
DIRECTOR/WRITER::Samuel Benchetrit
OFFICIAL SITE::YVES ST. LAURENT

MIKEL CEE KARLSSON DIRECTS FEVER RAY "TRIANGLE WALKS"

Fever Ray, or more typically known as Karin Dreijer formerly of The Knife, has released yet another visual stunner for her track "Triangle Walks". Directed by Mikel Cee Karlsson, Dreijer teases viewers with what we can imagine is her new stage presence, and we have to say, we're looking forward to it.

ARTIST::FEVER RAY
TRACK::TRIANGLE WALKS
DIRECTOR::MIKEL CEE KARLSSON
PROD.CO::N/A

ART DIRECTOR/CREATIVE DIRECTOR/SET DESIGNER SIMON COSTIN

Internationally known for his compelling art direction for designers such as Alexander McQueen, Gareth Pugh and Maison Martin Margiela, Simon Costin has created an indispensable reputation for himself in the world of fashion and creative arts. In a revealing interview, Christopher Michael of 1 Management sits down with Costin as they discuss inspiration, tradition, and how exactly Costin broke into the business.



READ::INTERVIEW WITH SIMON COSTIN

NOW ON VIEW::KENNETH ANGER AT P.S.1

Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome (1954-66)

The transgressive work of video artist Kenneth Anger is currently on view at P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center(New York), in the first major survey of the filmmaker's body of work.

"Making films since 1947, Anger is considered internationally as a pioneering and influential force in avant-garde cinema. His ground breaking films have inspired the likes of Martin Scorsese, Gus Van Sant, and Guy Maddin. The exhibition will focus primarily on Anger’s early iconic works including Fireworks (1947), Puce Moment (1949), Eaux D’Artifice (1953), Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome (1954 - 66), Scorpio Rising (1963), Kustom Kar Kommandos (1964 - 65), Invocation of my Demon Brother (1969) and Lucifer Rising (1970 – 81). The exhibition is presented in the 2nd floor Kunsthalle." - P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center

VISIT::KENNETH ANGER (On view February 22, 2009 - September 14, 2009)

CAMERA OBSCURA TONIGHT @ WEBSTER HALL, NEW YORK

Tickets are still available for Camera Obscura: the self-proclaimed melodramatic pop band.

Sample this tune::CAMERA OBSCURA "HANDS UP BABY"


TICKETS::WEBSTER HALL AGES 18+ $20

PLATFORM SALE RACK

Get 20 percent off non-sale items at Billy Reid. 54 Bond St., nr. Bowery (212-598-9355); W (11–8).

THE CRITERION COLLECTION: THE SEVENTH SEAL DIRECTED BY INGMAR BERMAN

The Seventh Seal (1957) tells the story of a Knight (Max von Sydow) who comes face to face with Death on a desolate and eerie beach in a fate defining game of chess. The film, which has been parodied, studied, and referenced throughout film history has been released through The Criterion Collection with an introduction by Ingmar Bergman as well as an 83-minute documentary on the influential director.

PURCHASE::THE SEVENTH SEAL

DAVID WILSON DIRECTS WE HAVE BAND "YOU CAME OUT"

Blinkink director David Wilson teamed up with Fabian Berglund and Ida Gronblom of W+K, London for this newly released video for We Have Band’s “You Came Out”. Stop-motion and inventive use of face paint match the catchy tune.

CLIENT::WE HAVE BAND
TRACK::YOU CAME OUT
DIRECTOR::DAVID WILSON
PROD.CO::BLINKINK
AGENCY::WEIDEN + KENNEDY
CREATIVES::FABIAN BERGLUND/IDA GRONBLOM

PLATFORM SALE RACK

SHOP::OPENING CEREMONY

ANTWERP ROYAL ACADEMY 2009 PREVIEW

"The directional student show that everyone looks to for new talent is taking place this weekend and we take a look at three of the final fourth year students."

VIEW MORE::DAZED DIGITAL

FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO SAY IT INCORRECTLY

Courtesy of The Moment.

BJORK/INTERVIEW

Gorgeous wouldn’t be the first thing to come to mind when thinking of Icelandic songstress Bjork. Talented? Yes. But in this recent piece in Interview, Bjork defies our expectations, proving that she has as much staying power as her more mainstream muscle-armed pop peers. And not to mention, she looks beautiful and exudes the essence of a woman who's resilient and iconic.

READ::BJORK

NIMA NOURIZADEH DIRECTS BAT FOR LASHES "PEARL'S DREAM"

Partizan director Nima Nourizadeh directs Natasha Khan of Bat For Lashes in this new Bowie-inspired video for the track "Pearl's Dream".

ARTIST::BAT FOR LASHES
TRACK::PEARL'S DREAM
DIRECTOR::NIMA NOURIZADEH
PROD.CO::PARTIZAN

YOUR SUMMER READING LIST

As some might share our adoration for this nostalgic past time, here is a list of potential books to add to your summer reading list, courtesy of Design Observer.

THE LIST::DESIGN OBSERVER SUMMER READING

WILLIAMSBURG "TRUSTAFARIANS" ATTEMPT TO SURVIVE ON THEIR OWN

From the greasy and stylish to the snooty and primped, Williamsburg's biggest majority is finally getting an economic slap in the face they're less than eager to face. New York Times just ran an article on how trust-fund babies who've dominated the neighborhood are now being forced to get real eight hour jobs and ride the wave with everyone else whose struggling through the economic downturn.

READ::PARENTS PULLING THE FINANCIAL PLUG ON SPLURGING TRUST-FUND BABIES

SUSTAINABLE FURNITURE GUARANTEED FOR 300 YEARS

We've all fallen victim to Ikea splurging when it comes to saving money for all out home renovations. But if you're looking to transition to a more mature, quality guaranteed alternative, then check out Brikolör's 300 year guaranteed furniture.

"Brikolör has the ambition to manufacture furniture with a guaranteed emotional and technical durability of 300 years. Milan 2009 marked the start for our ambition. "

Talk about more bang for your buck.

OFFICIAL SITE::BRIKOLOR