Jesse Treece

posted May 17, 2017 #

Seattle's Jesse Treece has a deep archive of collage work worth a scroll through. I've always been curious where people source these things; particularly when they are hand-cut and clearly originating from some unknown publication.

The pieces depict a number of different moods - the strangely occult, the surreal landscape and the goofy absurd among them.

ism

posted May 17, 2017 #

If you haven't heard them yet, check out the two brand new songs from Steelism off their upcoming album, ism (due June 23rd). The video above consists of two tracks - one in the instrumental vein we've come to know and love from them ("Eno Nothing") and one featuring a poppy number with Tristen on vocals ("Shake Your Heel"); a welcome change-up to their usual formula.

Dent May - "Across The Multiverse"

posted May 16, 2017 #

new album in August

posted May 16, 2017 #

.@Shutterstock guys? https://t.co/tgeucWik2B

posted May 16, 2017 #

seeing this video took my day from like a 4/10 to a solid 9. https://t.co/MCju3JZJxD

posted May 16, 2017 #

Next up on EVESPLAINING: Don't mistake the president's dumbassery for signs of a grand conspiracy https://t.co/CkRYE8ZenU

New Orleans Recommendations

posted May 16, 2017 #

Spent a good bit of time running around New Orleans this past weekend and encountered a few choice spots that I recommend for your next visit to the tropical zone.

Defend New Orleans - ostensibly, a clothing store focused on simple printed tees but their full offering of goods goes well beyond that. Tons of great art books, records, pins and other goodies. They have a location in the Quarter but I recommend hitting up the original spot in the Garden District area.
Seed - a vegetarian restaurant doing a great job of offering alternate takes on NOLA classics (i.e. Tofu PoBoy) and other healthy options. The Chickpea Salad sandwich was delightful.
Sneaky Pickle - vaguely abysmal service but an enjoyable vegan menu offering a Rueben and some tasty, off kilter, flatbreads.
Tiki Tolteca - a Tiki bar tucked away in the upstairs of a Mexican restaurant. Hilariously tucked away actually. Very low key vibe but some delicious drinks in a properly kitsch environment.
Red Truck Gallery - there's plenty of galleries down in the Quarter but many of them leave a lot to be desired. This spot had a phenomenal show of a bunch of eclectic artists. Well worth a stop in.

That's the tip of the iceberg in terms of things to see there but it's a good place to start.

Wardrobe Snacks

posted May 16, 2017 #

Combining Michelle Maguire art direction and Kelsey McClellan photography is a fantastic pairing - properly exemplified by the Wardrobe Snacks series. Various foods are matched with complimentary outfits depicting an assortment of lounging repose. The artist's statement gives it some nice additional context:

Wardrobe Snacks was inspired by diners lacking the luxury of being seated at a table: Michelle's stepdad who rests his sandwich on his thigh (hell with a plate!) in between bites while he blasts an action movie on his TV; a commuter cramped up on a crowded bus retrieving an item from a bag or pocket; a lunch-breaker on a park bench eating from her lap. They're informal - perhaps even a bit awkward - spaces as far as eating is concerned, yet the diner always appears to be comfortable and perfectly satisfied with his chosen snack, almost zen-like.

Even without that insight, it's a delightful pairing of food, color and fashion.

via Lack of Context.

FamilyTree

posted May 16, 2017 #

Artist Bobby Neel Adams has a number of series pairing faces of related individuals - be they parent and child, couples or AgeMaps of the same individual - they show the relation of one to other, quite literally.

Viewing them in the context of Mother's Day is a particularly enjoyable way to take them in, as the fruit really doesn't fall far from the tree.

posted May 15, 2017 #

An amazing document of how empty and braindead rock music is when "cool" is the point. https://t.co/Tt6HrIs8FV

PLS PLS Jet Black

posted May 15, 2017 #

definitely worth a spin in your earholes

posted May 15, 2017 #

I produce an Earwolf show now, if you can believe it. https://t.co/lm03eetnOy

posted May 15, 2017 #

Thanks for clearing that up, WaPo https://t.co/2Bj5327LKS

posted May 15, 2017 #

I don't know why but I've never liked Ferris wheels… #ItsMy2Cents

How to Accidentally Stop a Global Cyber Attacks

posted May 14, 2017 #

In-depth breakdown on WannaCrypt

posted May 13, 2017 #

What are your favorite album titles? Not favorite albums, but titles.

posted May 13, 2017 #

What pop culture opinions are you the most afraid to tell people? For me: -I love Sublime. -I could never get into Twin Peaks.

posted May 13, 2017 #

@david_sizemore "I Am The Fun Blame Monster!"

posted May 13, 2017 #

@david_sizemore Who Will Cut Our Hair When We're Gone?

posted May 13, 2017 #

Do not pin your hopes on impeachment. Act locally. Fight gerrymandering. Reclaim state legislatures.