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Hinds Release New Song ‘The Bed, the Room, the Rain and You’

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Hinds Release New Song ‘The Bed, the Room, the Rain and You’

Hinds have put out the final single from their forthcoming LP Viva Hinds. Joining ‘Boom Boom Back’ featuring Beck, ‘Coffee’, ‘En Forma’, and ‘Superstar’ is ‘The Bed, the Room, the Rain and You’, which you can hear below.

“It’s a love song that has nothing to do with being with the other person or even whether it is reciprocated,” Carlotta Cosials and Ana Perrote said of the new track. “We’re talking about the most simple version of it. Love is like a magic shelter that you can take everywhere with you.”

They added: “We started this adventure of directing all the music videos of this album with a bag full of imagination and dreams. the friends, the bikes, the dancing, a business that never existed, the body guards of beck, and ice-creams, hollywood, and surrealism and tiny houses. very slowly we wanted to guide you and place your attention in what we really do: music. For ‘The bed, the room, the rain and you,’ we wanted to finish the story with where everything started: recording the album.”

Viva Hinds is out September 6 via Lucky Number.

Merce Lemon Shares New Song ‘Watch Me Drive Them Dogs Wild’

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Merce Lemon Shares New Song ‘Watch Me Drive Them Dogs Wild’

Pittsburgh-based artist Merce Lemon has unveiled the title track from her upcoming album Watch Me Drive Them Dogs Wild. Following last month’s ‘Backyard Lover’, the song also serves as the album’s closer. Give it a listen below.

“This song is really the first time I collaborated with someone from the early stages of writing, my friend Spencer Smith, who was playing keys in my band at the time, sent me a voice memo of a chord progression he had written,” Lemon explained. “I had been toying with an idea for a song based on a story my friend had told me about Michael Hurley, but I hadn’t found a home for the lyrics. This song came to life singing over Spencer’s piano on loop until the melody settled in.”

Watch Me Drive Them Dogs Wild is set to arrive on September 27 via Darling Recordings.

Nilüfer Yanya Unveils New Single ‘Mutations’

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Nilüfer Yanya Unveils New Single ‘Mutations’

Nilüfer Yanya’ has shared another cut from her upcoming album My Method Actor. ‘Mutations’ follows the previously released songs ‘Like I Say (I runaway)’, ‘Method Actor’, and ‘Call It Love’. It comes with a music video directed by Molly Daniel. Check it out below.

“‘Mutations’ deals with change brought about by circumstance,” Yanya explained in a press statement. “This is not the phoenix rising from the ashes but the subtle change that happens constantly as millions of tiny decisions and actions shape your being. It’s kind of like survival, for me. Less of a transformation and more something that’s born out of your environment and surroundings, that you need to do to survive. Mutation is just something you have to go through- you have to evolve.”

My Method Actor, the follow-up to 2022’s PAINLESS, arrives on September 13 via Ninja Tune.

Fievel Is Glauque Announce New Album ‘Rong Weicknes’, Share New Single

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Fievel Is Glauque Announce New Album ‘Rong Weicknes’, Share New Single

Fievel Is Glauque have announced their sophomore LP, Rong Weicknes. The follow-up to 2022’s Flaming Swords is due out October 25 via Fat Possum. Lead single ‘As Above So Below’ is out today, and you check out its accompanying video below.

Discussing ‘As Above So Below’, the duo’s Zach Phillips said in a statement:

This phrase comes from the Emerald Tablet, a 9th century hermetic text foundational for alchemy and later occultist movements; it refers to the reciprocality between heaven and earth, the knowable and unknowable, the here and the hereafter. Sounds heady, right? But as usual, the title came out of nowhere, gleaned from phonetic murmurings during the writing process, and Ma and I laughed a lot making this one… Normally we write linearly, improvising bit by bit using only piano and voice, but we ended up constructing As Above out of scattered song sections we’d recorded with my laptop mic in free software over a loop from a ‘70s drum sampling record, which drummer Gaspard Sicx and percussionist Daniel Rossi reinterpreted in the studio. After writing upwards of 35 songs over the course of a couple 2023 writing trips, we were surprised to knock out probably our most conventional tune yet. The lyrics could be said to both troll and co-sign typical pop lyricism. Thom Gill’s blazing guitar solo gets me every time… When [music video director] Joey Agresta asked what I was imagining visually, all I could muster was, “the Sound of Music, Ma spinning in a field, ‘90s ‘positivity,’ Dido…

To make the new LP, Phillips and Brussels-based singer and performer Ma Clément enlisted Thom Gill on guitar, Logan Kane on bass, Daniel Rossi on percussion, André Sacalxot on saxophone and flute, Gaspard Sicx on drums, and Chris Weisman on guitar and electric sitar. The musicians convened at the Outlier Inn, a farm and music studio in upstate New York, to record the album with mixing and mastering engineer Steve Vealey.

Rong Weicknes Cover Artwork:

Rong Weicknes Tracklist:

1. Hover
2. As Above So Below
3. Would You Rather?
4. Love Weapon
5. Rong Weicknes
6. Toute Suite
7. It’s So Easy
8. I’m Scanning Things I Can’t See
9. Kayfabe
10. My Oubliette
11. Dark Dancing
12. Great Blues
13. Transparent
14. Eternal Irises
15. Haut Contre Bas

Fashion Club Announces New Album, Enlists Perfume Genius for New Song ‘Forget’

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Fashion Club Announces New Album, Enlists Perfume Genius for New Song ‘Forget’

Fashion Club – the moniker of Los Angeles-based artist Pascal Stevenson – has announced her sophomore album, A Love You Cannot Shake. Out October 25 via Felte Records, the follow-up to 2022’s Scrutiny is led by the single ‘Forget’, which features Perfume Genius’ Mike Hadreas. Check it out and find the album cover and tracklist below.

“It’s trying to love a version of myself that I’ve spent so long trying to distance from,” Stevenson said of the new song in a statement. “But it’s also a recognition that if I drift too far away from the version of myself that I see as really flawed, I might forget the things about myself that I felt I needed to change.”

“By the time Scrutiny came out, I had transitioned, and I was making different music and caring about different things,” Stevenson explained. “I felt less held back by ‘Oh I’m this kind of person, I have to make this kind of music,’ and I reached a point where I was like, ‘Let me just try to write a bunch of songs on acoustic guitar and piano, where I think the songs are good and have a solid core and then start producing them and see what happens if I don’t put any limitations in place.’”

A Love You Cannot Shake includes the previously released single ‘Rotten Mind’, a collaboration with Julie Byrne. The LP also features a guest appearance from Jay Som on ‘Ghost’

A Love You Cannot Shake Cover Artwork:

A Love You Cannot Shake Tracklist:

1. Faith
2. Confusion
3. Forget [feat. Perfume Genius]
4. Ghost [feat. Jay Som]
5. Enough
6. One Day
7. Ice Age
8. Deny
9. Rotten Mind [feat. Julie Byrne]
10. Deify

Wild Pink Release New Song ‘Sprinter Brain’

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Wild Pink Release New Song ‘Sprinter Brain’

Wild Pink have dropped a new song, ‘Sprinter Brain’, lifted from their forthcoming album Dulling the Horns. It arrives on the heels of lead single ‘The Fences of Stonehenge’. Check out a video for the track below.

“This song is kind of about learning how to deal with your problems and not catastrophizing,” leader John Ross shared in a statement about ‘Sprinter Brain’. “Just trying to be more realistic and objective when times get stressful. It’s one of the faster songs I’ve written in a while and really fun to play live.”

Dulling the Horns will be released on October 4 via Fire Talk. Revisit our 2022 interview with Wild Pink.

Iceage’s Elias Rønnenfelt Announces Debut Solo Album, Unveils New Single

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Iceage’s Elias Rønnenfelt Announces Debut Solo Album, Unveils New Single

After sharing his first solo single, ‘Like Lovers Do’, back in May, Iceage leader Elias Rønnenfelt has announced his debut album: Heavy Glory is out October 25 via Escho. Today’s announcement comes with the release of the new single ‘No One Else’, which is accompanied by a self-directed video. Check it out below.

Recorded in Copenhagen, Heavy Glory was co-produced by Rønnenfelt and Nis Bysted. Contributors to the new LP include Kjær Nielsen of Iceage, Peter Peter, Fauzia, and Joanne Robertson. The record ends with covers of Spacemen 3’s ‘Sound of Confusion’ and Townes Van Zandt’s ‘No Place to Fall’.

“I’ve done this so many times, but capturing and crystallising an album remains a singular ritual, just with different circumstances,” Rønnenfelt remarked in a press release. “We are capturing something that is hard to hold down.”

Heavy Glory Cover Artwork:

Heavy Glory Tracklist:

1. Like Lovers Do
2. Another Round
3. Doomsday Childsplay
4. Close [feat. Fauzia]
5. No One Else
6. Stalker
7. Worm Grew a Spine
8. Soldier Song [feat. Joanne Robertson]
9. Unarmed
10. River of Madeleine
11. Sound Of Confusion (Spaceman 3 cover)
12. No Place to Fall (Townes Van Zandt cover)

Japandroids Share New Single ‘D&T’

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Japandroids Share New Single ‘D&T’

Japandroids have released ‘D&T’, the second single off their final LP Fate & Alcohol. The album, out October 18, was led by the single ‘Chicago’. Check out the new song below.

Speaking about the song’s origins, guitarist-vocalist Brian King explained:

We had been on the road for a year and a half, and the plan was to wrap-up our riot of indulgence with a four-night stand in Philly. We arrived early, exhausted and disheveled, voices shot, hearts parched, and while we had every intention of easing into it, someone inevitably called all-hands-to-the-bar and away we went. One before breakfast eye-opener turned into two and pretty soon I was pleasantly jingled, With soundcheck still hours away, I decided that a walk was in order and slipped outside under the guise of a cigarette. Half a block later, I was stopped by an intangible stranger who politely remarked that he had seen plenty of drinkin’ johnnies and cokey joes aimlessly exploring the streets of Philadelphia, but I took the cake. He prescribed Jesus and water, which I solemnly acknowledged. Sheepishly, I returned to my stool and upon seeing my reflection in the mirror behind the bar became wistful and started writing.

Yiru Zhang: Small-scale Art Curator and Her Small Treasures

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Yiru Zhang: Small-scale Art Curator and Her Small Treasures

In the bustling world of modern art, where colossal sculptures and expansive installations often dominate gallery spaces, the delicate intricacies of small-scale artworks and contemporary jewellery can find it challenging to capture the limelight. However, in London, there is a curator dedicated to showcasing and promoting these small-scale treasures. Enter Yiru Zhang, a visionary curator based in London, stands out as a visionary curator who is committed to shaping the landscape of modern art curation. With a robust academic foundation from the Royal College of Art, Yiru has dedicated her career to enhancing the visibility and understanding of contemporary jewellery and metalwork through her insightful exhibitions.

Yiru Zhang

As the director and curator of Alsolike Gallery in London’s dynamic Shoreditch area, Yiru has crafted a hub for artistic innovation and expression. Established in June 2022, the gallery quickly became a cornerstone for artists and aficionados of finely crafted small-scale art pieces. Yiru’s thoughtful curation ensures that each piece receives the attention it deserves, showcasing intricate details through specialised lighting and display techniques that highlight the craftsmanship and artistic vision behind each work. The pieces at the gallery have been instrumental in defining a new paradigm for how small-scale artworks are perceived and engaged with by the public.

With a background in jewellery and metalwork, she has a deep passion for metal craftsmanship. Following her successful planning and participation in Collect 2023, she has also maintained a long-term display of works by renowned metal artists such as Ane Christensen, Angela Cork, and Jessica Jue in her gallery. These three artists’ creations rank among her favourites, each piece resonating with her personal aesthetic and professional admiration.

Ghost Bowl with shadow by Ana Christensen

Ana Christensen’s “Ghost Bowl with shadow” stands out as a prime example of her innovative approach to metal artistry. Christensen, whose works have been acquired by prestigious institutions such as the Victoria and Albert Museum, typically steers clear of using silver as her primary material. However, in “Ghost Bowl with shadow,” she embraces it fully, crafting the piece from silver but opting for an unusual finishing technique. Instead of polishing, she employs sandpaper to create textured, circular patterns on the surface. This method generates a captivating optical illusion, casting a halo-like glow around the bowl that shifts and changes depending on the light source and viewing angle. The base of the piece is made from copper, which contrasts with the main silver body, giving the impression of a shadow under the bowl.

Wedge Vase by Angela Cork

Angela Cork’s “Wedge Vase” demonstrates the exceptional skill and craftsmanship inherent in her work. This vase is intriguingly designed as a two-piece ensemble where the water container can be removed from its frame. The entire piece is meticulously handcrafted, which allows for a precision fit within its frame, accessible only from one side. This design not only adds to the aesthetic and functional uniqueness of the vase but also offers a tactile experience of resistance when inserting or removing the container. This level of artisanal craftsmanship highlights the remarkable precision that can be achieved through traditional hand-making techniques.

Brush Stroke Beaker by Jessica Jue

Jessica Jue’s “Brush Stroke Beaker” utilises a traditional Korean metal gilding technique called “Keum Boo”, involving the application of gold foil to a silver base at high temperatures. This ancient method predates modern electroplating, offering a way to enhance metallic objects with gold—a testament to human ingenuity in metalwork before contemporary techniques took precedence. The “Brush Stroke Beaker” reflects Jue’s Eastern heritage, imbuing the piece with an Oriental aesthetic that resembles brush strokes, where the gold foil elegantly contrasts against the white silver, creating a striking visual effect reminiscent of classical Eastern paintings. This piece not only showcases Jue’s cultural background but also her mastery of combining traditional techniques with modern design sensibilities. These artists are regular exhibitors at the Goldsmiths’ Fair, providing an enduring space where their work can be appreciated beyond the temporal confines of an exhibition. She expertly guides visitors through the nuances of metal craftsmanship, enriching their understanding of the art form.

Beyond promoting contemporary jewellery and small-scale metal artworks, Yiru, as a Chinese expatriate in the UK, is also fervently building bridges between Chinese and British cultural scenes. In June of this year, she collaborated with How Art Museum to transport works by European artists to Shanghai for the JINJING Gallery’s The Wearable Boundary exhibition. This innovative showcase, exploring the concept of wearability, featured many artists debuting in China, such as Eve Balashova, Ruth Leslie, Isabella Bedlington, and Lois Lo. The exhibition was a resounding success, drawing coverage from over forty regional media outlets and attracting new collectors previously unfamiliar with contemporary jewellery and metalwork. Moreover, Yiru is committed to promoting Chinese artists internationally. She is currently planning a new media art exhibition in collaboration with Shandong Academy of Arts, which is set to debut in London in 2025 and participate in the Venice Biennale.

Yiru Zhang’s role as a curator not only showcases her innovative approach to art curation but also highlights her dedication to promoting small-scale artworks and her influential role in shaping the contemporary jewellery scene in London and beyond. Her forward-thinking exhibitions and community-focused initiatives are a testament to her commitment to redefining how art is experienced and appreciated in everyday life.

How to Use a Disposable Weed Pen: A Step-by-Step Guide

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How to Use a Disposable Weed Pen: A Step-by-Step Guide

Using a disposable weed pen is a convenient and discreet way to enjoy cannabis, especially if you’re always on the go. These pens come pre-filled with cannabis oil, making them ready to use right out of the box. 

Disposable weed pens offer simplicity and ease, making them ideal for beginners or those who prefer not to deal with the maintenance of rechargeable pens. 

This guide will walk you through the basics of using your disposable weed pen, from taking your first draw to knowing when it’s finished. 

Whether you’re at a concert, hiking, or just relaxing at home, learning how to use a disposable weed pen can enhance your experience by providing quick, clean, and controlled doses of cannabis. 

How do I get my disposable pen to hit?

If your disposable weed pen isn’t hitting, there could be a few reasons. Here’s how you can troubleshoot to get it working:

Check the Battery: Most disposable pens are activated upon inhaling, but some have a button. If yours has a button, make sure you’re pressing it while inhaling. If there’s no vapor, the battery might be dead. Unfortunately, with disposables, you can’t recharge the battery.

Unclog the Airflow: Sometimes, the pen’s airflow can get blocked. Gently blow into the mouthpiece or try drawing on it without activating it to clear any blockage. If it feels clogged still, try gently tapping the pen against your hand to move any internal blockages around.

Ensure Proper Storage: If the pen has been stored in a cold area, the oil might have thickened, making it hard to vaporize. Warm the vape pen in your hand or gently run it under warm (not hot) water for a few minutes.

Check for Leaks: If the cartridge has a leak, oil might be escaping, reducing the amount of vapor produced. Inspect the pen for any oil outside the cartridge.

Draw Gently: Pulling too hard on the pen can sometimes cause issues. Try taking a slow, steady drag.

How to use a disposable vape pen?

Using a disposable vape pen is straightforward, making it an excellent choice for beginners or those who prefer a no-fuss approach. Here’s a simple guide on how to use a disposable vape pen:

Unpack the Pen: Remove your disposable vape pen from its packaging. Some pens might have a protective cover on the mouthpiece that needs to be removed.

Check for Activation: Disposable vape pens are either automatically activated by inhaling or have a button that needs to be pressed. If your pen has a button, you may need to push it five times quickly to turn it on. This is a standard safety feature.

Take a Puff: Place the mouthpiece in your mouth and draw in breath. If your pen activates by inhalation, simply start inhaling slowly and deeply. If it has a button, hold it down while inhaling.

Inhale and Exhale: After drawing the vapor into your mouth, inhale it into your lungs (unless it’s meant for mouth-to-lung inhalation) and then exhale. The effects of the vapor typically start to manifest within a few minutes.

Monitor Dosage: Since dosing can vary with each pen and each user’s tolerance, start with small puffs and gradually increase as you gauge how much you need to achieve the desired effect.

Dispose of it Properly: Once the vape pen stops producing vapor and the battery dies, it’s time to dispose of it. Remember, disposable vape pens are designed for single use only. Dispose of it under your local regulations regarding electronic waste.

Storage: If you don’t use the vape pen until it’s empty in one go, store it upright in a cool, dry place to prevent leaks or clogging.

Different types of disposable vape pens

Disposable vape pens come in various types and are designed to cater to different preferences and needs. Here’s an overview of the different kinds of disposable vape pens available:

Nicotine Vape Pens:

  • Purpose: Designed for smokers looking to quit or reduce their tobacco consumption.
  • Varieties: Available in different nicotine strengths and flavors, from tobacco and menthol to fruit and dessert.

CBD Vape Pens:

  • Purpose: Used for therapeutic benefits without the psychoactive effects of THC.
  • Varieties: CBD is available in various concentrations, often combined with essential oils and terpenes to enhance effects like relaxation or alertness.

THC Vape Pens:

  • Purpose: Offer the psychoactive effects of THC for recreational or medicinal use.
  • Varieties: Available in different strains and potencies, ranging from pure THC to mixtures of THC with CBD and other cannabinoids.

Multifunctional Vape Pens:

  • Purpose: It is designed to work with more than one type of extract, such as oil, wax, or dry herb, although disposable forms of these are less common.
  • Varieties: These are versatile but usually more common in reusable forms due to their complex nature.

Terpene-Infused Vape Pens:

  • Purpose: Provide specific flavor profiles and enhanced effects by including terpenes, the compounds that give cannabis flavor and aroma.
  • Varieties: Offered in profiles that mimic specific cannabis strains or provide targeted effects like relaxation, energy, or focus.

Health and Wellness Pens:

  • Purpose: Focus on delivering health-centric compounds like vitamins, herbal extracts, or aromatherapy agents.
  • Varieties: These can include ingredients like vitamin B12 for energy or chamomile for calm.

Live Resin Vape Pens:

  • Purpose: Deliver a richer, more robust cannabis experience by using live resin, a type of cannabis concentrate made from fresh, frozen flowers that are processed to preserve more terpenes and cannabinoids.
  • Varieties: Tend to offer a more authentic and potent flavor and effect profile, reflecting the original cannabis flower.

Conclusion: Is a Disposable weed pen good for beginners? 

A disposable weed pen is an excellent choice for beginners looking to enjoy cannabis without the commitment of more complex setups. These pens offer a user-friendly, convenient, and discreet way to enjoy cannabis, ideal for those who are new to vaping or prefer a maintenance-free option. With no need to refill or recharge, you can enjoy a hassle-free experience from the first puff to the last. 

Furthermore, the variety of disposable vape pens available allows you to experiment with different types and flavors, such as nicotine, CBD, THC, and even wellness-oriented options, ensuring you can find one that perfectly suits your needs and preferences.

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