An inviting guide to tiki’s drinks, culture, and stories. Cocktail books often fall into one of two camps: glossy but shallow, or exhaustively researched to the point of intimidation. Tiki Drinks occupies the rare middle ground. It’s a serious look at tiki culture, delivered in a fun, engaging way. This is more than a recipe collection. It is a carefully researched exploration of one of the most colorful movements in cocktail history, tracing tiki’s origins, evolution, and modern revival. From thoughtful discussions of mid-century Polynesian pop to nuanced explanations of ingredients that have long puzzled casual readers. Yet the tone…
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Artist: My Name Is Tamsin Subject: My Name Is Tamsin Release Self-Titled Debut EP on January 5th, rising artist My Name Is Tamsin released her self-titled debut EP, My Name Is Tamsin, available on all platforms worldwide. The three-track project—“You’re a Phoenix,” “Knockout Babe,” and “Prince of Hearts”—introduces Tamsin as a fearless new voice blending modern alternative pop, rock, and poetic storytelling into music that is both emotionally resonant and deeply personal. My Name Is Tamsin is a story-driven EP that weaves together fantasy and fiction with deeply real, lived emotions. Each song unfolds like a chapter, using imaginative worlds…
Across centuries, royal jewelry worn by men served purposes far beyond adornment. It was a visual language of authority, legitimacy, divine favor, and immense wealth. Kings, emperors, sultans, and maharajas used gemstones not merely for their beauty but for what they symbolized—power made tangible through rarity, origin, and scale. Advisors to royalty understood this well, and they were meticulous not only in selecting the finest gemstones but also in insisting on stones from origins that had already acquired legendary reputations. Over time, these preferences shaped global demand and elevated certain mines into near-mythical status. Prized Natural Creations Among the most…
Mark Wilson carries a history that makes for a great rock and roll biography. He started out by picking up his father’s guitar, but the path from those first few chords to the professional stage was anything but ordinary. After cutting his teeth in the Phoenix area, he found himself managed by a man who took the show on the road to state colleges with trained lion cubs sitting on the backline. That era of touring was about real presence and making an impression, and those years on the circuit clearly shaped the man behind the music today. Dreams Of…
The sphere of modern classical piano often feels divided between the overly technical and the purely ambient. It is a rare occurrence to find a project that bridges that gap with both intellectual rigor and deep emotional accessibility. Manuel Peguero achieves this balance in his fifth solo album, “Dark Piano Contemplations.” This beautiful collection of fourteen tracks serves as a milestone for the New Jersey-based pianist, marking a point in his career where his technical influences from the likes of Rachmaninoff meet a very specific, cinematic vision. The album is exquisite, not in a fragile or decorative sense, but in…
Artist: Darrell Kelley Release: How Dare You Ignore Their Cries? Genre: Hip Hop/R&B Label: Viral Records WATCH HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zD3IsSuwF_U Boston-born, Atlanta-based singer, songwriter, and social activist Darrell Kelley returns with a powerful new single, “Sick of This,” released November 4, 2025 via Viral Records. Known for using his music to confront injustice and promote unity, Kelley blends hip-hop and conscious soul on this track, channeling the spirit of socially aware artists like Marvin Gaye and Curtis Mayfield. Built on soulful vocals and a message-forward approach, “How Dare You Ignore Their Cries?” addresses ongoing public outrage surrounding the Epstein Files and…
Kashmir blue sapphires occupy a near-mythical place in the world of gemstones. Their short-lived 19th-century mine production, the singular “velvety” cornflower-blue color and the tiny global supply of genuinely classic Kashmir material all combine to make any large, well-proven Kashmir stone an object of intense desire and close-scrutiny. At the center of current attention is The Spirit of Kashmir, officially recognized as the largest known Kashmir blue sapphire, and the growing chatter about a rival — the so-called Zanskar Crown Sapphire — which some sources claim may weigh well over 170 carats. THE SPIRIT OF KASHMIR The Spirit of Kashmir…
Your recent body of work marks a clear shift toward historical figures and abandoned locations. What led you to concentrate so strongly on memory and the passage of time? Time has always been present in my work, but now it has become explicit. I reached a point where reacting to the present felt insufficient. The present changes too quickly and often without consequence. Memory, instead, accumulates. Working with abandoned walls allowed me to deal with time in a physical way, not as an abstract concept but as something visible, cracked, and deteriorated. The title of your latest series, “…and we…
POME is a bold urban series available on Tubi, capturing the heart, hustle, and hidden struggles of city life. Through gripping storytelling and unforgettable characters, the show explores the choices people make when navigating loyalty, power, and the pursuit of something greater. Stylish, intense, and unapologetically real, POME delivers a fresh and compelling vision of the modern urban experience. Filmed in Raleigh NC, Pome (Product of my environment) centers around five college friends who are unaware of the hidden struggles and dark secrets each one faces. The six-episodic series is created by Oz Blango and Marquand Ragland and features a…
French-born Assistant Camera Hippolyte Charlut has quickly become one of the busiest focus pullers in New York City, contributing to more than 50 productions across 2024–2025. Specialising in narrative films, commercials, and music videos, he brings precision, calm, and a strong collaborative spirit to every set. We caught up with him to discuss his craft and his work on several standout projects. What first brought you into the world of camera assisting, and how did that path lead you to New York? A: I’ve always been captivated by the art of visual storytelling, but what truly drew me to camera…