With his scores for Poor Things and Kinds of Kindness, Jerskin Fendrix achieved something unprecedented: winning both the Discovery Award and Film Composer of the Year Award. In the Television Composer of the Year category, Natalie Holt won the prestigious award for her score for Loki S02, following two previous nominations. After their win in 2022, Finneas O’Connell and Billie Eilish took home the award for Best Original Song with their Barbie hit “What Was I Made For?” Joining them on stage was up-and-coming composer Brandon Boone, whose score for Slay the Princess won the second-ever WSA Game Music Award,…
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Vancouver quartet, Peach Pit are back with brand new album, Magpie out on 25th October and an exciting new tour across the UK including a night at the famed O2 Academy Brixton, London. After breaking through with their self-titled viral anthem, ‘Peach Pit’ from their Sweet FA EP in 2016, which also includes their hit single ‘Seventeen’, they’ve gone from strength to strength, rapidly building a fan base across the globe. Their 2017 album, Being So Normal, continued their success with anthemic singles, ‘Tommy’s Party’, ‘Alrighty Aphrodite’ and ‘Drop the Guillotine’ becoming firm fan favourites. Their cult live following has…
With temperatures and leaves falling fast, the countdown to October half term is underway. It need not be a week of grey cabin-fever: Toyota has compiled a list of lesser-known locations across the UK for adventurous days out, easily accessible by car. These venues offer activities indoors and out, to suit all ages and needs. Out and about with the Toyota Corolla Spacious and economic, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is ideally suited for a family autumn adventure. It has almost 600 litres of boot capacity, providing plenty of space for buggies, bikes, and picnics. Children are catered for, too:…
London, UK – Saatchi Gallery, M&C Saatchi Group and Tiwani Contemporary are pleased to present a solo exhibition of works by emerging Nigerian artist Samuel Nnorom, inaugural winner of the M&C Saatchi Group Art for Change Prize in 2022. Featuring new works that have not yet been exhibited in the UK, MULTITUDE OR MINORITY will be open at Saatchi Gallery from 19 October to 24 November, 2024. Nnorom’s sculptures are visual metaphors made from offcuts of Ankara fabric, the wax-printed cloth now synonymous with African textiles. Fabrics to him evoke a sense of social structure or organisation that interlaces humanity into…
Ljubljana Fashion Week (LJFW) celebrated its 10th anniversary and 15th edition with a dynamic display of 46 collections from October 7-11 at the Rog Center, reinforcing the city’s status as a sustainable gem. Designers seamlessly integrated eco-conscious principles into their work, exemplified by Nika Ravnik x Perwoll Rethink New’s upcycled “Fragments” collection, which transformed textile remnants into zero-waste garments, and DRAŽ’s “Threads of History,” which reimagined Slovenian cultural artefacts through AI and modern woven techniques. In a more provocative take, Made in Anselma critiqued the contradictions in sustainability discourse with their “Démodé” collection, using discarded curtains to challenge ideas around waste…
The Mary Martin London Collection made a striking appearance at African Fashion Week London, captivating the audience with its bold designs and innovative styles. Known for pushing boundaries and blending tradition with modernity, Mary Martin’s collection brought an artistic fusion of African heritage and avant-garde fashion to the runway. Photos by Luke Chapman/FABUK
Sofia Alaoui, Rudolf Fitzgerald-Leonard, Theo Montoya, Eglé Razumaité, Diwa Shah and Anastasia Veber are the six new filmmakers welcomed to the 48th session of La Résidence du Festival de Cannes. From October 1, 2024 to February 15, 2025, they will live in Paris and benefit from a tailor-made program designed to help them write their first or second feature film. IN RESIDENCY AT THE FESTIVAL from 1 October to 15 February SOFIA ALAOUI MOROCCO “Beyond the prestige of this residency, what moves me most is the near-mythical experience of stepping away from my daily life to fully immerse myself in…
The LYCRA Company, a global leader in developing innovative and sustainable fiber and technology solutions for the apparel and personal care industries, hosted a denim and casual woven industry trends presentation at the prestigious Home House in London on September 26, 2024. The event highlighted groundbreaking advancements in fabric technology and market insights, attracting key figures from the fashion and textile sectors. In collaboration with Kantar, the event provided an in-depth analysis of the UK denim and chino market, with a focus on key statistics and emerging consumer trends. Sam Wright, Consumer Editor at Kantar, explained: “Over the past decade,…
Castles and palaces, world-class museums, amazing art and unique cuisine: Europe’s major cities have so much to offer visitors and millions of tourists choose to travel there each year. Discover the four must-visit spots that should be prioritised in an extended continent tour. Prague, Czech Republic Romantically described as the City of a Hundred Spires, Prague is the rival of Paris and Rome when it comes to beauty – and at a fraction of the price. Its centuries-old history is evident in the majestic stone structures that cover the centre and line the riverside. The most striking feature is the…
Fashion plays a significant role in personal expression, but staying stylish without breaking the bank can be challenging. To avoid financial strain, it’s essential to create a well-planned fashion budget that balances your style aspirations with your spending limits. Below are some top tips for planning a fashion budget that works for you. Evaluate Your Wardrobe Needs Before setting a budget, start by assessing what you already have. Take an inventory of your current wardrobe, identify gaps, and prioritise what you need versus what you want, as suggested by accountants in central London like gsmaccountants. This step will help you…