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Art Palm Beach Breaks All Expectations as Attendance and Sales Soar

With its electrifying lineup, Art Palm Beach 2025 was the most memorable edition of the show in its history. Despite industry trends, attendance nearly doubled from last year, while art sales reached unprecedented levels, transforming the Palm Beach County Convention Center into a hub for global creativity and excitement.

South Florida and people across the country watched in awe as the world’s largest Birkin Bag, “Big Birk,” handcrafted by GEO and presented by Denis Leon Gallery, LLC (Boca Raton), made its grand entrance under police guard. Once inside, visitors were greeted by the largest gathering of world-class international art galleries to ever convene on the Palm Beaches. “Art Palm Beach 2025 exceeded all expectations,” said Producer and Director Kassandra Voyagis. “The energy from collectors and art lovers was contagious. Thanks to the dedication of our galleries and the power of art to inspire and connect, this year’s event was nothing short of extraordinary.”

Notable transactions included:

  • Marc Chagall’s 1956 Esquisse pour le Grand Cirque (Modern Fine Art, New York)
  • George Condo’s Linear Portrait, 2019 (Corridor Contemporary, Tel Aviv)
  • Takashi Murakami’s My Sincerity to You (2023) (Galerie Raphael, Frankfurt/Paris)
  • Wayne Thiebaud’s Park Place (1995) (Adamar Fine Art, Miami)
  • Mark Eisen’s debut sculpture (Modern Fine Art, New York)
  • Maikel Martinez’s Dream Worlds series (Rosenbaum Gallery, Palm Beach/Boca Raton)
  • Kai’s bronze Endless Possibilities (Markowicz Fine Art, Miami)
  • Paul Nagy’s Bullet Flag (Provident Fine Art, Palm Beach)
  • Hans Hofmann’s Untitled 1963 (Hollis Taggart, New York)
  • Sangmin Lee’s Blue & White Porcelain Bowl (2022) (Lee & Bae, Seoul)

The success of the show encouraged organizers to make Art Palm Beach 2026 the most grand yet. It’s scheduled to run from January 28 to February 1, 2026.

Igniting Cultural Conversations: The Art of Haige Wu

Haige Wu is a dynamic artist, photographer, and illustrator whose work bridges the cultural landscapes of China and London. Born in Guangdong, China, in 1998, Haige has cultivated a deeply personal and innovative practice that spans sculpture, painting, and mixed media. Her art, often rooted in themes of feminism, regional culture, and self-identity, transforms her research and fieldwork into evocative, abstract storylines. Through incorporating traditional craft techniques such as lacquer painting, woodworking, and glass art, Haige infuses her work with both historical depth and contemporary relevance. Her creative use of materials and storytelling invites viewers into a world where personal experience intertwines with wider socio-cultural dialogues.

A graduate of the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts and Central Saint Martins, Haige’s academic path has led to her multidisciplinary approach. Her artistic achievements have been showcased in an impressive array of exhibitions, from international glass art festivals in China to curated shows at Tate Modern and other prominent galleries in London. Highlights of her career include her shortlisted work for the Holt Festival Art Prize and her participation in exhibitions such as Seeing Red at Chapel Art Studio, and There Is No Time Like Springs at Huang Contemporary. Through her diverse work, Haige Wu continues to challenge artistic rethinking en route to tackling multifaceted social-cultural themes.

Home Series

Haige Wu’s Home series is a compelling probe of familial ties, cultural heritage, and the evolving relationship amidst tradition and contemporaneity. At the heart of this series are the Flags, a collection of flame-like sculptures adorned with snazzy paper cutouts of dragons and tigers. Drawing from the symbolism of Chinese Feng Shui, the dragon and tiger traditionally represent blessings of happiness and prosperity for the family. Wu reimagines these symbols in a profoundly personal way, with the dragon representing her mother’s non-Hakka identity and the tiger embodying her sign and the strength of younger generations. These two mythical creatures, positioned in balance, act as protectors of the “home” while hinting at the inherent tension between safeguarding convention and propelling boundaries.

Home Series: Sweet Home

The dynamic forms of the flag sculptures evoke the energy of flames, suggesting both a protective warmth and the potential for destruction. This duality echoes Wu’s questioning of the family as both a source of stability and a site of transformation. The building they guard symbolizes the family structure, yet it also embodies a resistance to its constraints. Through this, Wu captures the intricate interplay between the weight of tradition and the yearning for individual agency—traditional paper cutouts further anchor the work in cultural heritage. At the same time, the abstract, modern forms highlight the cultural shifts brought about by globalization and the influence of the younger generation.

In the Home series, Wu masterfully blends personal narrative with universal themes. Her sculptures meditate on identity, generational transitions, and generational evolution. By intertwining her family’s story into the wider cultural symbology, she creates a dialogue between the past and the present, the traditional and the contemporary. The series reflects the power of new-age youth to challenge inherited structures while still honouring the cultural foundations upon which they stand. Haige Wu’s work is a vivid, thought-provoking testament to the fluidity of identity and the ever-changing landscape of familial and cultural bonds.

Caroline Rose Announces New Album ‘year of the slug’, Shares New Single

Caroline Rose has announced a new album, year of the slug. The follow-up to 2023’s The Art of Forgetting will be out on February 7. Along with the news, Rose has shared the scrappy, propulsive single ‘conversation with shiv (liquid k song)’. Check it out and find the album artwork and tracklist below.

Rose recorded the new album on Garageband from a phone. “I’m just trying to make music diverse enough that AI can’t reproduce it,” they remarked. “Sometimes it’s nice to have a pearl before it’s polished.”

Rose will also be embarking on a solo tour of independent venues chosen to avoid large service fees. “These places are the working class of the touring industry,” Rose said. “They’re the ones hit hardest by the corporations hoarding all the money at the top and yet they still find a way to keep their doors open. I cut my teeth in these small clubs. I’m really grateful for them.”

year of the slug Cover Artwork:

year of the slug Tracklist:

1. everything in its right place
2. to be lonely
3. conversation with shiv (liquid k song)
4. we don’t talk anymore
5. strange things
6. goddamn train
7. antigravity struggle
8. dirge (it’s trash day) aka trash day dirge
9. another life
10. desperation, baby
11. kings of east LA

Caroline Rose 2025 Tour Dates:

Mar 5 – Miami, FL – Sweat Records
Mar 6 – Orlando, FL – Will’s Pub
Mar 7 – Jacksonville, FL – The Walrus [SOLD OUT]
Mar 8 – Jacksonville, FL – The Walrus
Mar 11 – Atlanta, GA – The EARL
Mar 13 – Asheville, NC – AyurPrana
Mar 14 – Charlotte, NC – Evening Muse
Mar 15 – Winston Salem, NC – SECCA
Apr 10 – Nashville, TN – The Blue Room
Apr 11 – Memphis, TN – Hernando’s
Apr 12 – Oxford, MS – Proud Larry’s
Apr 13 – Mobile, AL – Callaghan’s
Apr 15 – New Orleans, LA – Gasa Gasa
Apr 17 – Little Rock, AR – White Water Tavern
Apr 18 – Oklahoma City, OK – Factory Obscura
Apr 19 – Fort Worth, TX – Tulips
Apr 20 – Houston, TX – Continental Club
Apr 24-26 – Austin, TX – CBoys

Lucy Liyou Announces New Album, Unveils New Single ‘Arrested’

Los Angeles-based Korean-American artist Lucy Liyou has a new album on the way: Every Video Without Your Face, Every Sound Without Your Name is slated for release on March 21 via Orange Milk. It’s led by the intimately resonant single ‘Arrested’, which comes paired with a Park Seung Won-directed music video. Check it out below.

The new album finds Liyou revisiting material she began writing as a 19-year-old college student. “Most of these songs were originally about my parents,” Liyou explained in a statement. “They were about wanting to be loved and accepted by my parents as a closeted transgender young adult. I tried recording some of these songs with their original lyrics but felt a dissonance. I don’t feel this wish to be accepted by my parents anymore. I have already accepted their love as pretty conditional. I don’t feel the need to tread that territory again for a while.”

“It’s strange because the desire I had for my parents to want me seems to have found a new space in the desire I have right now for my partner to stay with me,” Liyou continued. “So I started to rework these songs, preserving some of the recordings, lyrics, and arrangements of my past self, while supplementing them with new meanings and sounds.”

She concluded: “I don’t think this album is any more complicated than that. It’s not a breakup album. It’s just me doing my best to document what I’m feeling at this time. I named the record Every Video Without Your Face, Every Sound Without Your Name to remind myself that the more amorphous moments I’ve shared with you are the ones most important to me. Because they make me work harder to remember us as who we were together. And because that work means there is still love for me to mine. To keep.”

Liyou’s last LP was 2023’s Dog Dreams (개꿈). More recently, she contributed the Grouper-featuring ‘Blush’ to RedHot’s TRANSA compilation. Revisit our Artist Spotlight interview with Lucy Liyou.

Every Video Without Your Face, Every Sound Without Your Name Cover Artwork:

Every Video Without Your Face, Every Sound Without Your Name Tracklist:

1. 16/8
2. Credit
3. Arrested
4. No Tide Aorta
5. Imagine Kiss
6. Jokes About Marriage
7. Every Video Without Your Face, Every Sound Without Your Name

Sunflower Bean Announce New Album ‘Mortal Primetime’, Drop New Song

New York band Sunflower have announced a new album called Mortal Primetime, which arrives April 25 via Lucky Number. The driving, meaty lead single ‘Champagne Taste’ is out today, alongside a music video directed by Isaac Roberts. Check it out below.

Mortal Primetime marks the band’s fourth but first self-produced record. It was mixed by Caesar Edmunds (The Killers, Wet Leg), wth engineering by Illuminati Hotties’ Sarah Tudzin. “You get to decide what your prime is, and you fight for it,” bassist and vocalist Julia Cumming shared in a press release. “This is ours, and that can’t be taken away by circumstance. We can’t take it away from each other. This moment, where we are now, is what we’ve always fought for.”

Guitarist/vocalist Nick Kivlen added: “It’s such a rare and special thing for a band to have played together this long, so we wanted to lean into the skills we’ve built and take an old-school approach to the recording—which is maybe the most subversive thing we could do at a time when it’s so easy to copy and paste.”

Offering a hint of what the album sounds like, Cumming said: “Sometimes I think of this record as Belle and Sebastian meets Alice in Chains.” She went on, “The further you move through life, the more you realize how precious every moment is. This album is about choosing the present as our prime, but also being in touch with the transient and fleeting nature of this existence.”

Mortal Primetime Cover Artwork:

Mortal Primetime Tracklist:

1. Champagne Taste
2. Nothing Romantic
3. Waiting For The Rain
4. Look What You’ve Done To Me
5. I Knew Love
6. Take Out Your Insides
7. There’s A Part I Can’t Get Back
8. Please Rewind
9. Shooting Star
10. Sunshine

Feb 13 – Glasgow, UK – O2 Academy Glasgow ^
Feb 14 – Manchester, UK – O2 Apollo ^
Feb 16 – Wolverhampton, UK – Uni of Wolverhampton at The Civic Hall ^
Feb 17 – London, UK – O2 Academy Brixton ^
Feb 18 – London, UK – O2 Academy Brixton ^
Feb 20 – Cologne, DE – Palladium ^
Feb 21 – Berlin, DE – Columbiahalle ^
Feb 23 – Amsterdam, NL – AFAS Live ^
Feb 24 – Brussels, BE – Ancienne Belgique ^
Feb 26 – Paris, FR – Zenith ^
Feb 27 – London, UK – George Tavern
Mar 10 – 3/15 – Austin, TX – SXSW
May 15 – Troy, NY – No Fun
May 16 – Philadelphia, PA – Johnny Brendas *
May 17 – Boston, MA – Deep Cuts *
May 22 – Brooklyn, NY – Warsaw #
May 23 – Washington, DC – The Atlantis #
May 24 – Raleigh, NC – Kings #
May 25 – Asheville, NC – Eulogy #
May 27 – Nashville, TN – Third Man Records #
May 28 – Atlanta, GA – The Earl #
May 30 – Denton, TX – Rubber Gloves #
May 31 – Austin, TX – The Ballroom #
Jun 01 – Houston, TX – White Oak Upstairs #
Jun 04 – Phoenix, AZ – Valley Bar #
Jun 05 – San Diego, CA – The Casbah #
Jun 06 – Los Angeles, CA – Lodge Room #
Jun 07 – San Francisco, CA – The Chapel #
Jun 09 – Portland, OR – Mississippi Studios #
Jun 10 – Seattle, WA – Madame Lou’s #
Jun 12 – Salt Lake City, UT – Kilby Court
Jun 13 – Fort Collins, CO – The Coast #
Jun 14 – Denver, CO – Hi-Dive
Jun 17 – Minneapolis, MN – 7th St. Entry #
Jun 19 – Chicago, IL – Sleeping Village #
Jun 20 – Detroit, MI – Third Man Records
Jun 21 – Toronto, ON – The Garrison

^ with Cage The Elephant
* with Laveda
# with Gift

Sleigh Bells Return With New Song ‘Wanna Start a Band?’

Sleigh Bells – the noise-pop duo of Alexis Krauss and Derek Miller – are back with ‘Wanna Start a Band’, their first new music since 2021’s Texis. Listen to the pummelling, infectiously hooky track below, and scroll down for the band’s upcoming tour dates.

Talking about the origins of the new song, Krauss explained: “In 2008 while eating at a restaurant in Brooklyn with my mom, our server, Derek, wasted very little time asking me, essentially, ‘Wanna start a band?’ Hard to believe that almost 17 years later we are still hyped and obsessively making records together. Derek started messing with the riff for this song around 2014 — it needed a lot of work, but a spark was there. We had a band by then but didn’t know how long it would last. For us, this song is a reminder of how we started, but it’s also the first part of a new story we want to tell — more on that very soon! We hope you will come along for the ride.”

Sleigh Bells 2025 Tour Dates:

May 7 – Phoenix, AZ – Crescent Ballroom
May 9 – Santa Ana, CA – The Observatory, Constellation Room
May 10 – Solana Beach, CA – Belly Up
May 13 – San Francisco, CA – August Hall – Music Hall
May 16 – Portland, OR – Hawthorne Theatre
May 17 – Vancouver, BC – Hollywood Theatre
May 19 – Seattle, WA – Neptune Theatre
May 21 – Denver, CO – Summit
May 23 – Houston, TX – White Oak Music Hall – Downstairs
May 24 – Dallas, TX – Granada Theater
May 25 – Austin, TX – Mohawk
May 28 – Tampa, FL – The RITZ Ybor
May 29 – Orlando, FL – Plaza Live
May 30 – Fort Lauderdale, FL – Culture Room
Jun 1 – Atlanta, GA – Terminal West
Jun 2 – Asheville, NC – The Orange Peel
Jun 3 – Philadelphia, PA – Union Transfer
Jun 5 – Washington, DC – 9:30 Club
Jun 6 – Boston, MA – Paradise Rock Club
Jun 7 – New York, NY – Webster Hall
Jun 10 – Toronto, ON – Axis Club Theatre
Jun 11 – Detroit, MI – El Club
Jun 12 – Chicago, IL – The Metro
Jun 14 – Minneapolis, MN – Fine Line
Jun 15 – Madison, WI – Majestic Theatre

TV on the Radio’s Tunde Adebimpe Announces Debut Solo Album, Shares New Single

Tunde Adebimpe, the lead singer of TV on the Radio, has announced his debut solo album: Thee Black Boltz arrives on April 18 via Sub Pop. It includes the previously released single ‘Magnetic’, and a new track, the alluring ‘Drop’, is out today. Check it out below, and scroll down for the cover artwork and tracklist.

Adebimpe co-produced Thee Black Boltz with Wilder Zoby, who also executive produced it, The 11-track record features additional production and contributions from Jaleel Bunton and Jahphet Landis (of TV on the Radio), among others. “I’ve been doing this thing with this group of people for so long, that I can just have a vague sketch of a concept and I know Jaleel or Kyp will have five brilliant ideas on where it can go,” he said in a press release. “But for Thee Black Boltz, I didn’t have that scaffolding to hang on. That was both terrifying and exhilarating.”

Making the album “was my way of building a rock or a platform for myself in the middle of this fucking ocean,” he added, explaining the title. “The sparks of inspiration/motivation/ hope that flash up in the midst of (and sometimes as a result of) deep grief, depression or despair. Sort of like electrons building up in storm clouds clashing until they fire off lightning and illuminate a way out, if only for a second. … Also, It’s a good name for a cool metal band, and I think that most people would describe me as akin to a very cool metal band.”

Thee Black Boltz Cover Artwork:

Thee Black Boltz Tracklist:

1. Thee Black Boltz
2. Magnetic
3. Ate The Moon
4. Pinstack
5. Drop
6. ILY
7. The Most
8. God Knows
9. Blue
10. Somebody New
11. Streetlight Nuevo

Bonnie “Prince” Billy Shares New Single ‘Turned to Dust (Rolling On)’

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Bonnie “Prince” Billy has unveiled ‘Turned to Dust (Rolling On)’, the fourth and final advance single from his album The Purple Bird ahead of its release on Friday (January 31). It follows previous cuts ‘Our Home’, ‘London May’, and ‘Downstream’. “Right is right, wrong is wrong/ No matter what side your standing on/ Can’t we all just get along/ As life keeps rolling on,” Will Oldham sings on the track. Check it out below.

Clairo Joins SASAMI on New Song ‘In Love With a Memory’

SASAMI has teamed up with Clairo for the pensive new single ‘In Love With a Memory’, which draws inspiration from traditional Japanese pop ballads. It’s the latest single in the lead-up to SASAMI’s forthcoming album, Blood on the Silver Screen, following ‘Honeycrash’, ‘Slugger’, and ‘Just Be Friends’. Check it out via the accompanying Jay Swuen-directed video below.

“‘In Love With A Memory’ was actually the first song I wrote that ended up on Blood On the Silver Screen,” SASAMI explained in a press release. “I grew up going to Japanese or Korean ‘noraebang’ private karaoke rooms with my mom, who was secretly the most incredible singer. Most of her go-to numbers were oooold Japanese and Korean folk songs that low key kind of made me feel like I was in a horror film or David Lynch movie. I can picture my mom in a Julee Cruise-type setting- single, jazz lounge spotlight and cigarette smoke hanging stalely in the air- singing one of those old songs with the most gorgeously haunting vibrato and breathtaking vocal control. That’s the feeling I was tapping into when I started writing ‘In Love With A Memory’, and there is a very timeless but relevant crooning feeling imbued in the song that I think was perfectly reflected by the production that Rostam and I orchestrated together. Claire has been a longtime, long distance friend and dream collaborator for me, so it was such a magnificent gift for her to lend her voice to the narrative. I really imagine this track as a cinematic duet with a ghost.”

Blood on the Silver Screen is due for release on March 7, 2025 via Domino.

How to Layer Fine Jewelry Like A Pro: Tips for Effortless Elegance

Jewelry layering is a fun and creative way to express your personal style. It involves wearing multiple jewelry pieces to create a unique look showcasing your personality. This trend has become more popular recently as people seek to add a touch of elegance to their outfits—especially when they choose to rent diamond jewelry for wedding, making their special day even more memorable.

In this article, I’ll share tips to help you layer your fine jewelry like a pro. You’ll learn how to achieve that effortless elegance with ease. 

Here are some things we’ll cover:

Choosing the right pieces to layer

  • Mixing different metals and styles
  • Creating balance in your look

Let’s get started!

Why Layer Jewelry?

Layering jewelry has many benefits that enhance your style and make a fashion statement. 

First, it allows you to express your personal style by mixing different pieces of varying designs, colors, textures, and materials to reflect your artistic side. 

Second, layering gives you versatility. This enables you to easily adapt your look for various occasions, from casual to formal. 

Lastly, it allows you to maximize your jewelry collection. Layering encourages you to be creative and try new combinations you might not have considered before. Allowing you to wear your jewelry pieces in more ways than you can imagine.

Steps to Layer Jewelry Like a Pro

Layering jewelry can seem tricky, but you can do it like a pro with simple tips and tricks. Here’s how to create a beautiful layered look that showcases your style.

Steps 

How to Layer It Elegantly?

Step 1: Start with a Focal Piece Begin your layering with a focal piece. This is usually a statement necklace or a bold pendant that will anchor your look. It draws attention and sets the tone for the rest of your jewelry. 

For example:

  • A chunky gold necklace
  • A colorful gemstone pendant
  • A unique vintage piece
Step 2: Mix Metals Don’t be afraid to mix metals! Combining gold, silver, and rose gold can add visual interest to your layered look. This technique keeps things fresh and modern

Here are some ideas:

  • Pair a silver chain with gold hoop earrings.
  • Layer a rose gold bracelet with silver bangles.
  • Combine different metal rings on one finger.
Step 3: Vary Chain Lengths Using necklaces of different lengths is key to creating depth. This adds dimension to your look and prevents it from appearing flat. 

Consider these length combinations:

  • A short choker with a medium-length pendant.
  • A long necklace paired with shorter chains.
  • Layering two or three necklaces of varying lengths.
Step 4: Layer Bracelets When it comes to bracelets, aim for an eclectic yet cohesive stack. Mix various styles, widths, and textures to create an interesting look. 

Here are some tips:

  • Combine a wide cuff with delicate bangles.
  • Stack leather bracelets with metal ones.
  • Add charm bracelets for a playful touch.
Step 5: Experiment with Rings Rings are another great area to experiment. You can stack rings on one or multiple fingers, mixing delicate and bold designs for an eye-catching effect. 

Try these combinations:

  • A thin band alongside a chunky ring.
  • Stacking multiple thin rings for a trendy look.
  • Mixing different styles like vintage and modern, like this Lito scarab gold ring
Step 6: Keep it Balanced While layering, always aim for balance. Vary sizes and styles while avoiding an overcrowded look. This helps maintain harmony in your jewelry arrangement. 

Remember:

  • Don’t overload on too many pieces at once.
  • Keep larger pieces spaced out.
  • Choose complementary colors and shapes.
Step 7: Incorporate Personalized Jewelry Finally, remember to incorporate personalized jewelry into your layers. Pieces with special meaning can add a personal touch to your look. 

Consider adding:

  • Birthstone necklaces or rings.
  • Initial pendants that represent loved ones.
  • Family heirlooms that tell your story.

 

These above steps are easy to follow, and with some creativity, you can layer your jewelry beautifully and confidently like a pro!

Our Styling Tips for Effortless Elegance

Styling your layered jewelry for an effortless and elegant look is easier than you might think. 

Here are some tips to help your jewelry shine and make a statement.

  1. Start with a Neutral Outfit: Wearing a neutral outfit, like black, white, or beige, allows your jewelry to stand out. This way, your layers become the focal point of your look.
  2. Mix Textures and Shapes: Mix different textures and shapes when layering necklaces. For example, pair a smooth chain with a beaded necklace or a delicate piece with a chunkier one. This adds interest and depth to your style.
  3. Adjust Layers Throughout the Day: Don’t hesitate to change your layers as the day goes on. If you start with a casual look for the day, you can add more pieces for an evening out. This keeps your style fresh and adaptable.
  4. Encourage Creativity: Finally, have fun with your jewelry! Experiment with different combinations and styles. Try layering unexpected pieces together or creating new looks with what you already own.

By following these tips, you’ll achieve an effortlessly elegant look that complements your unique style!

Maintenance Tips for Fine Jewelry

Caring for your fine jewelry is important to keep it shining, in excellent condition, and tangle-free, especially when practicing jewelry layering. 

First, always clean your jewelry regularly. After wearing it, use a soft cloth to wipe away dirt and oils, which helps maintain its shine. 

Second, store your jewelry properly. To prevent tangling and damage, keep each piece in its own compartment or use a jewelry box with separate sections.

Lastly, avoid wearing your jewelry while swimming or exercising, as sweat and chlorine can harm it. 

By following these tips, you can keep your fine jewelry looking beautiful and lasting for years to come!

Final Thoughts

Layering fine jewelry is an excellent way to express your personal style and add elegance to any outfit. By following the tips we discussed, like starting with a focal piece and mixing different metals, you can create beautiful looks that are uniquely yours. 

Remember to take care of your jewelry by cleaning and storing it properly. This will keep it looking its best for longer years, making your investment worth every gram

Most importantly, have fun with your jewelry! Don’t be afraid to experiment and try new combinations. With some creativity, you’ll master the art of layering in no time!