I love Live @ Cargo™/ Text /Kiran Nijjar
17th November 2008

Check out I Love Live at Cargo, a monthly event showcasing music from familiar celebrated artists as well as aspiring musicians that are ready to blow! This month’s line up was big, with amazing live sets from Natty, The Cock N Bull Kid, Laura Izibor, Kenan Bell, Wretch 32 and headliner Ms Dynamite. All that plus special guests Bashy and Faith SFX who all ended the night on a high! So if you love fresh, live music and good vibes it’s an event not to be missed!

http://www.cargo-london.com/

Reality Bytes™/ Text /Kiran Nijjar
7th November 2008

Art and Music were fused together at Cargo to celebrate the success of the Art in Black and White exhibition in conjunction with Reality Bytes. The venue showcased live music with an eclectic array of some of the UK’s finest up and coming music artists as well as guest speakers. It was hosted by the dynamic duo Peaches the founder of Reality Bytes and rapper Kingpin.  
The event which was sponsored by R.H.A.S Journal and NoSexWithoutLove.Org started with the special screening of the powerful short film ‘Mother’s Tears’ written by teenagers Jaron Williams and Alimur Rahman as part of Create Not Hate by Quiet Storm. The night then kicked off with the infamous Rhythm Section (Speakers Corner Quartet) who gripped the crowds with their explosive live set and followed with special headliners from renowned Skinnyman, Kyza, Logic and Lowkey, M9, The Royal Priesthood, Floetic Lara, Ember Phoenix feat. Sounbiz and Icykal who all kept the crowd hyped! 
The performances and music kept hip hop heads entertained and the crowds gripped with the amazing visuals form the Black and White exhibition projected on stage as the artists performed, blending inspirational art with vibrant music. Work from the exhibition was available for sale including Will Kay’s Legends poster, which was a huge hit. The night was an overall success, which brought together musicians, media creatives and visuals within the intimate surroundings of Cargo.  
Check out the powerful ‘Mother’s Tears’ here:

http://www.createnothate.org/previous.html

Will Kay draws The Cut™/ Text /Kiran Nijjar
28th October 2008

Last night The Cut Team headed down to the ICA to see the launch of a limited edition poster commissioned by the ICA as part of Nought to Sixty. The double sided poster features work by artist Will Kay, who created the black and white illustration of all The Cut members involved in the production of the publication in his signature style. Flip over and get to know of events and exhibitions that have taken place as well as interviews with the likes of Cock N Bull Kid, The Hut Project, T Magic and much more to keep you informed! 
With live performances from Tempa T and Skitz Beatz, an appearance from Will Kay and of course The Cut team in full force, it was a good turn out with cool music. Look out for pics from the evening and a shout out to everyone that came down for the unveiling!

Pull Up™/ Text /Team Cut
23rd October 2008

West London people get yourselves down to new night Pull Up at the Paradise bar this Friday. With sets from the De Tropics and Dj set from Harry Love it's not to be missed. The Cut will be there reppin the West!

New Era Comp™/ Text /Ronnie Grebenyuk
23rd October 2008


New Era has teamed up with Don’t Panic and Footasylum to give new talented designers the chance to get involved and design your own New Era 59FIFTY fitted cap. How cool is that?
 
It gets even better; the winning design will become the next Footasylum exclusive and sold through out the UK in Footasylum.
Plus the two runners up will both receive 12 pieces of their own fitted cap designs. New Era always bring in top guest designers to come up with new and exclusive designs including Dizzie Rascal, Fat Joe and Gym Class Heroes. Now it’s your chance.
 
If you’re interested apply online or vote for your favourite design

http://www.dontpaniconline.com/designbrief/client/newera
 

Faces of Millions™/ Text /Ronnie Grebenyuk
21st October 2008

Want to be part of the biggest photo mosaic ever? Well now is your chance, all you have to do is go to http://www.facesofmillions.com/ and upload your best photo and you will receive a confirmation and a number of were on the mosaic your photo will appear. It will be approximately 10x10m big, which will have finger nail size photos of millions of peoples faces who take part.
 
As of today 27712 people from around the world have taken part including myself, yet still a massive 972288 people need to take part for this project to come alive. To find out more about this project I asked Tanya the creator a few questions.
 
Were did you get your idea from for this project?

I really can’t tell the specific moment when it came up. It’s like with all ideas, they come and grow for a while till they are so big that they have to be done.
When did you start this project?

It was less then half a year ago. I was thinking about it for years, and when I realized that I can use Facebook groups to gather so many people - the project came alive. My roommate has helped me with the site and few of my friends have helped me with suggestions and ideas. Of course there's the Facebook group whose members have given me tremendous support. It wasn’t easy, but the project is rolling now!

How would you say its going so far?
Great, I’m satisfied. I hope it will go even faster as the Facebook group is growing. The strange thing is that not all the people in the group uploaded their photos. I don’t understand it…
Do you think you will achieve this?
Absolutely!!! I’m 100% convinced!!!
Were will it be published/placed for everyone to see?

I’m already making arrangements to place a mosaic in major cities all over the world. There's a topic on discussion board in the Facebook group where people can suggest where it should be placed when it's done. Some of the ideas are great!I receive huge amount of e-mails every day in which people are expressing their support for the project and offering me all sorts of help. I didn’t expect that at all!
What is the message/purpose of this project?
It would be beautiful to have a chance to see so many faces at once knowing that every single one has a great story to tell. People from every continent, every country, all religions, all races and cultures collaborating together to create something impressive and immortal. It will be a great monument for all of us because it will exist long after our time. I just find it fascinating...
 
For more info about this mosaic project go to
http://www.facesofmillions.com/
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=16116624033
 
Good Luck from The Cut!

Dead Set on E4™/ Text /Ronnie Grebenyuk
20th October 2008


Dead Set is a new five part zombie horror series based on the real Big Brother House in which the dead are coming back to life and attacking the living, having a massive effect on the whole of Britain. Apart from the remaining contestants in the Big Brother House who have no idea what’s going on the outside world until their eviction night were they have to face the daunting events back in the real world. Anything could happen.
 
Featuring appearances from Davina McCall, a few former Big Brother Housemates as well as starring Adam Deacon and Jaime Winstone on E4’S first ever horror series by British Comedy writer Charlie Brooker. This will defiantly be something new and extraordinary to look out for just in time for Halloween.

Adulthood DVD launch™/ Text /Ronnie Grebenyuk
14th October 2008


Last night was the release of the Adulthood DVD, the biggest film in the UK Box Office. The Cut went down to HMV Oxfords Street to check it out. The place was jam packed with fans who queued up o get their DVD’s signed by the cast and the main man director, writer and star of the film Noel Clarke.
Hosted by Kiss Fm’s Manny Norte, there were also performances from the Mobo Award nominee artist Bashy who performed a track from the film ‘From Kidulthood to Adulthood’ plus other performances included by Adam Deacon, Ben Drew, Femi Oyeniran and Arnold Oceng. Plus free giveaways of Adulthood DVDs to the lucky picked fans, and a Q&A with the cast, which gave the fans a chance to ask questions.
 
The Cut supports UK talent all the way so a big shout out to the whole of the Adulthood team. Adulthood is out now on DVD and Blue ray in HMV and all the other major stores.

Art in Black and White™/ Text /Team Cut
9th October 2008


Cut fave Will Kay launches 'Legends' a new series of work as part of 'Art in Black and White' at London College Of Communication tommorow night. Look out for a limited edition Cut collaboration with the artist coming soon!

140 Grime Street™/ Text /Shona Harvey
1st October 2008


Billed as 'The biggest Grime event of the decade', Kano's launch party for his eagerly anticipated new album 140 Grime Street certainly lived up to the hype. The previously secret location - Greenwich's Indig02 - was jam packed on the night after 2,000 tickets were made available to the general public all at the cost of nothing.
 
Before Kano hit the big stage, the audience members were kept entertained with sick DJ sets from Kiss 100's Shortee Blitz and Logan Sama, along with performances by Brixton indie band The Thirst and the Adidas-tracksuit clad Peridot dancers, who particularly generated a very positive and ear drum-bursting response from the female crowd-goers.
 
As promised, the 'Prince of Grime' himself Tinchy Stryder also made an appearance, bearing Star In The Hood t-shirts ready to throw into the screaming masses. After a frustrating delay and a comical ten minute warm-up trailer of Kano's preparation for the event, the main man finally made his way on to the stage and opened up his explosive set with the album's first single Hustler. More guest appearances - or 'residents' as KA liked to refer to them - included Wiley, Ghetto and Skepta, with the latter (hilariously) sporting a white dressing gown and colourful socks during his performance of 'These MCs', another hot collaboration from 140 Grime Street.
 
Following on from his latest material, revellers were treated to some old skool Kano tuneage, namely skankin' classic Nobody Don't Dance No More, Boys Love Girls, and female favourites Nite Nite and This Is The Girl. Skepta and Wiley returned once again as Wearing My Rolex and The Rolex Sweep were dropped to a huge response from the venue. Typical Me appeared to be the final track of the evening, but just moments after everyone had turned around to leave, all of the artists returned to centre stage once again for an encore which included the much-loved Ps and Qs - and this time Skepta was actually dressed in normal attire!
 
As Kano noted himself, it's a shame that events like this don't happen more often, especially with all of grime's biggest acts united on stage together at the same time. The concert was the first of its kind and hopefully it won’t be the last.


Orange Rock Corps™/ Text /Ronnie Grebenyuk
28th September 2008

The day all volunteers united under one roof at the Royal Albert Hall, the hottest gig of the year lived up to its name. The crowds energy was crazy, they were dancing and singing the lyrics to all the songs. With a mixed genre line up from Rock to Hip Hop, the gig definitely had something for everyone, with big names like Feeder, John Legend and Ludacris performing multiple tracks but Busta Rhymes was undoubtedly the highlight of the night. 
 
A big shout out to everyone taking part, see you next year and for those who sat there at home watching it on telly, thinking, 'I wish I was there' then sign up and take part in next years project. Simple as that!

Hush Part 2™/ Text /Team Cut
16th September 2008

Big thanks to everyone who came down to Hush last night. Here at The Cut we were seriously impressed with the live sets from Cocknbullkid and Dels- Both gonna be BIG! It was also amazing to take a peak behind the scenes at the grandiose Albert Hall building, its a pretty special place.

Look out for interviews from the night with both artists coming soon!

Fashion Diversity for LFW™/ Text /Ronnie Grebenyuk
15 th September 2008


Heres something FREE for all you aspiring designers and models out there. The Museum of London will be holding a two day exclusive showcase that goes by the name of Fashion Diversity. It is one of the latest editions to London Fashion Week, presented by Mahogany Model Management and Untold. It will feature both new and established designers and models with vibrant collections that opens new doors for people from colleges to high street design and fashion.
There will be four shows between the two days, the first three shows will showcase both established and up and coming UK Designers and the final show on Saturday afternoon will showcase the work of 10 designers from schools and colleges across London with the influence from 1960's and 1970's fashion costumes.
Check it Out!
Where: Museum of London, London Wall, London, EC2Y 5HN
 
When: Friday 19 September 1-1.40pm and 3-3.40pm
           Saturday 20 September 1-1.40pm and 3-3.40pm latest
 
Admission:Free
http://www.museumoflondon.org.uk/

T Magic is Loaded With Meaning™/ Text /Ronnie Grebenyuk
11 th September 2008

 
‘Loaded with Meaning’ is a solo exhibition that will be held from September 26th until October 5th 2008 at the Loading Bay Gallery by none other then the UK’s most vibrant artist T Magic. With over 40 new peaces of talented work will be featured from paintings, sculptures silk screens and photography there is no doubt this will be a amazing show.
Since the press release T Magic got everyone talking and hyped up about the exhibition but no one exactly knows what to expect from the 24-year-old street artist. I guess we are going to have wait and see. Will he surprise us with what hes got to offer?
 
His theme for this exhibition is ‘The London Council Estate’ which will look into his dark social interpretation of it all through his inspirations while growing up which he describes as ‘The Black Hole’. Which in the public eye has been portrayed with ‘poverty, ethnic conflict and crime’.
 
His unique style of art makes powerful statements, has general energy appeal, and is a different way of passing on his thoughts in a way that is obvious yet at the same time enables people to really think about their own views. His work consists of three main things Colour, Contrast and Composition, which makes him truly talented and the reason why he has many fans and supporters including myself.
 
Having already had two previous successful exhibitions at the Air Gallery in Mayfair with Jay Z and Pharrell Williams as fans of his work, it could only get better and I can’t wait!
I got a chance to speak to the main man himself, he’s what he had to say.


How does it feel having your own exhibition at a young age?
It feels liberating to hold an independent exhibition at a young age. This is actually my third year in a row!
What can we expect from this exhibition?
The aim of this exhibition would be to offer insight into my world ‘The Black Hole’ and also sell my works. My art is a language to make people think about things in a fresh new way.
Why did you decide on 'The London Council Estate' as your theme?

I chose that as my theme because that is home and where I have drawn a lot of my inspiration from, and also I'm trying to make a change and represent possibility and progress!
How does it feel having people such as Jay z and Pharrell as fans of your art work?
It feels amazing knowing that Jay-z and Pharrell both have admiration for my work.
 
If you would like to know more about T Magic then check out his stuff on http://www.tmagicworld.com and
http://www.artismyhustle.com
 
This could possibly be the most exciting exhibiton of the year so get your self down there and don’t miss out!
 
When – 26.09.08-5.10.08  (11am – 7pm daily)
 
Where – The Loading Bay Gallery
Old Truman Brewery,
91 Brick Lane,
London E1 6QL

Hush™/ Text / Team Cut
10 th September 2008

Dont forget to get your tickets for Hush this Monday with 3 of the most talked about artists of the moment, Cocknbullkid, DELS, and DJ Littleboots.
The Cut team will be there in full force so some along and network with our team. Tickets are a snip a 7.50 and this includes a 10 track i-tunes download card.
To buy a ticket call 0207589 8212 or to book online go to http://www.royalalberthall.com

Check out the amazing line up!
http://www.myspace.com/thecocknbullkid
http://www.myspace.com/imdels
http://www.myspace.com/littlebootsmusic

Fashion Foward™/ Text / Team Cut
9th September 2008


With London Fashion Week fast approaching The Cut spoke to Blog Queen Extraordinaire Susie Bubble, the girl who loves to dress up, about her straight up approach to style.

Looking at your blog you seem pretty prolific- how do you find the time to blog while working a full time job?


Well, the thing is I don't have enough time to blog about everything that comes into mind and I tend to always have 15 ideas on the go and because I never run out of things to write about, I try to make the time to blog about them. It is the enthusiasm of wanting to break things to readers that keeps me going....

How much time do you spend a week on it?

About 7-8 hours is spent on the actual blogging, image editing etc. Accumulating information and absorbing the stuff that's going on in fashion however is pretty much my daily life and is also part of my full time job as commissioning editor of Dazed Digital.

Having you been dressing Barbie since day dot or is your passion for fashion a recent thing?
I've been into fashion ever since I had the freedom to dress myself and to spend money on clothes and going back and forth between Hong Kong and London really accelerated that. The ability to buy fashion-forward clothes at cheap cheap prices in Hong Kong meant it wetted my appetite for developing a personal style.

I see you’ve a piece on Andrea Crews- how do you feel about fashion and social responsibility? The whole sweatshop issue?

I must admit, I'm no saint. I shop in the shops, which are guilty of crimes that I don't even know the full details about. Both high-end designers and high street stores are guilty of sweatshopping. Social responsibility has a long way to go before everyone who loves fashion can fully integrate it as part of their consumer habits.

I always say as long as you get shoes and jackets right you’re sorted. Do you have any fashion fables?

I don't like handing out advice. I like having the freedom to make mistakes and get it wrong. It would be wrong of me to dole out advice....

What do your parents make of it all?

They're not really aware of it all!

Who takes the pics of you or do you use a remote?

I use a self-timer or the boyfriend.

You seem to have been commissioned to do lots of fashion editorial
recently- is it possible to make money through your blog and how much has it helped you build up your career and reputation?

What do you mean by commissioned? Nobody has paid me to write about their work if that's what you mean.... I only write about things if I'm genuinely excited by what they do. It's true that they might send me something as a thank you but there is no initial monetary/freebie motivation to write about them...at the end of the day, their work has to be right for Style Bubble. I don't make money out of the blog.... but yes, it is possible. I just haven't really aimed for that sort of incentive. I have been grateful for the opportunities Style Bubble has given me and yes, it has helped me a lot in terms of building a reputation but I still have to prove myself in a professional capacity. Writing the way I do and blogging the way I do is amateur to say the least...

All time style icon?
Anyone who happens to catch my eye on the streets? I don't really believe in style icons.

Your Top 5 fashion blogs right now?
http://theapathist.blogspot.com
http://dianepernet.typepad.com
http://www.fashionologie.com
http://stylesalvage.blogspot.com
http://www.gnarlitude.com

Read Susie's Blog: http://www.stylebubble.typepad.com/

Top: Buzz Kickers from the A/W Range. Below: Sancho Panza Kickers

Back to School with a difference with Kickers™/ Text / Chloe Forde
2nd September 2008

September is here, the summer is over and it’s back to school! The first few days of September are usually a rush, trying to cram everything in before that 7.30 alarm goes and its time to kick your brain back into action!
The last thing that any of you want to think about is ‘a new pair of school shoes’. Well this summer we at The Cut have been paying close attention to the new and exciting range from Kickers, always known for their standard school shoe, we were pleasantly surprised to hear that they have teamed up with American-based funk masters Chromeo, to create some funky footwork! Kickers even teamed up with Sancho Panza this year at Notting Hill Carnival, and together released a pair of exclusive, limited edition shoes.
It seems that with Kickers new and individual range, exciting collaborations and funky remixes, they are going to be a bit unstoppable this year!
So don’t let the last days of summer be taken over by stresses of school uniform and school shoes. With all that’s going on at Kickers it seems you’d be silly to get left behind.
www.kickers.co.uk

 

The Real Fashion Heat™/ Text / Chloe Forde
2nd September 2008

The Fashion team at The Cut magazine are always looking out for new and exciting designers to include in their fashion shoots. This issues ‘Road to Carnival’ shoot showcases 5 pages of creative, vibrant and bright outfits. With clothes ranging from established brands such as Lyle and Scott, Adidas and Primark complimented by the work of up and coming designers like
When collecting clothes for the photo shoot we came across a young, innovate designer who goes by the name Danielle Abena Scott-Haughton AKA DanDan AKA Cut&Swallow. This breath of fresh air is very articulate; she knows what she wants and what she needs to do in order to achieve this.


On page 48 of The Cut magazine, a multi-coloured, tiered ruffled mini dress modeled by the beautiful Miggy doesn’t look of any less quality or style than the vintage Adidas jacket that it’s teamed with. DanDan has been designing for little over a year and is wise beyond her years. A student at the prestigious London College of Fashion, the college which she describes as ‘just another brand name…it’s like buying a Vivienne Westwood bag, it will last In your life forever but the price you pay is dear.’


So I sit down to conversation and a coffee with Danielle and we talk fashion, Kayne West, Yardies and massive breasts! So D, where do you draw inspiration from? She doesn’t pause and begins to answer, always ready to express herself, ‘Yardies! They are the nicest people you’ll ever meet! I stop and think about the yardies I have encountered and can’t recollect any mother Theresa type characters but allow her to continue. ‘I just love colours so when I see women like The Real Heat just not giving a F***, I say “yeah! And go with that mode of thinking.’


I’m in awe of this young woman and feel inspired by her passion and enthusiasm. She answers each question with a burst of energy. Dressed in bright colours and bold jewelry which is complimented by a monochrome (blonde and black) ‘fro I wonder what’s behind her unique personal style? ‘My personal style is my personal style’, she replies, looking at me blankly as if I had just asked her the most obvious question ever! She continues, ‘God gave me massive breasts and long thick Amazon legs, but not everyone has that, so I gotta make stuff that suits all women, from the big sexy mamas, to the petite princesses.’


Her Amazon legs and massive breasts are laced in bright Lycra, cut of jeans, high top trainers and fantastic accessories. Her nails are FABULOUSLY bright. When she’s out, I’m told, she often hears people whispering about her, crossing the street and looking at her with fear. I can’t imagine feeling fearful with Dan, her voice is soft and she has an incredibly caring manner about her. Perhaps its jealousy? Afterall, jealousy can eat people alive. She laughs my comment off and goes on to compliment Kesh’s collection, ‘I love Kesh's hustle, people hate on her so much, she's the one who got me excited about the possibilities that fashion had to offer a little black girl from London or Crawley in her case.’

The interview comes to a close and she thanks me again and again and over again for the opportunity and informs me that god is setting the bar high, showing her the levels! Well Miss Haughton, a fabulous young woman from Brixton, with innovative designs, infectious charisma and fingernails that would give a yardie a run for their money has just really excited me about the possibilities of what she has to offer to fashion!


www.myspace.com/cutandswallow

Orange Rock Corps™/ Text / Ronnie Grebenyuk
1st September 2008

On 26th of September there is an event taking place at Royal Albert Hall that you do not want to miss! The hottest gig of the year with the likes of Busta Rhymes, The Guillemots and many many more, yet to be confirmed. But you can’t buy a ticket or win a ticket you have to earn it. This is where Orange Rock Corps comes in; they are about you giving back to your community, working as a team and transforming and rebuilding your local area. All you have to do is give 4 hours of your time to the community with one of the volunteer projects and you get given one ticket to the biggest gig.
 
Last week in the early hours of the morning the Cut went down to East London, Brick Lane to check out Orange Rock Corps and to do a bit of volunteering. Although we got a bit lost on the way, when we finally got there we signed in, were given the T-shirts, and got put into groups for different work areas of the building. Our main task was re-decorating and painting The Peter Rigby House which will be launched in September as a centre for the homeless. It was great to see all the young people come from different parts of the City and working as a team to get the job done with the only 4 given hours . Throughout the day Alex Zane and T4 crew were going around Hoxton Hall filming and interviewing people, getting an insight to what the volunteers were doing. When Alex Zane finally came to check up on us, he got the biggest make over with paint all over his (expensive) leather jacket, there was just no way out for him. So funny. Anyways the four hours went by incredibly fast, as well as it felt good giving back to the community, we all had a  fun day as well and went away with our tickets for the gig.

 

We're BACK. Episode Two ™/ Text / Team Cut
13th August 2008

The issue (avaliable this week) is fresh like a cool drink... We have exclusive interviews with outstanding Olympic talent, from gold medallist Graham Edmunds to 14 year Taekwondo wonderkid Tom Smith. On the music side, we’re burning up your speakers with Red Hot, Natty, Reggie Yates and the Boombox Bike Gang who ride the streets in Queens with soundsystems actually attached to their bikes. We’ve got comment too with young Muslim Londoners discussing civil liberties and the freedom to be yourself. The Cut dived in at the deep end hosting a debate between young people and parents from the local community, everyone was surprised by the results.

See How The Cut Gets Down ™/ Text / Team Cut
13th August 2008

A sneak preview of some behind the scenes material from Team Cut. 

Nought To Sixty ™/ Text / Team Cut
13th August 2008

The Cut is published by Hardcore is More Than Music, a multi disciplinary arts organisation which was started in 2003 by Nina Manandhar and Nendie Pinto-Duschinsky. Hardcore Is More Than Music has been commissioned to be one of the headlining projects in Nought To Sixty, an exhibition at the Institute Of Contemporary Arts which promotes the top 60 upcoming artists and arts organisations in the UK. The show is being held to celebrate the 60th birthday of the Institute Of Contemporary Arts. The Cut team has been commissioned to produce a special edition publication themed around ‘Creativity’ which will be hitting the streets later this year. As part of the show Hardcore Is More Than Music will be premiering a new short film that explores West London’s rich secret history and a Magic Lantern show, the likes of which has not been seen in 100 years.

Crep Versus Crepes ™/ Text / Team Cut
13th August 2008

You say toe-may-toes, I say toe-maaar-toes. This issue The Cut tummy has got rumbling and we have got thinking, which is better; the food or the products named after the food? For example, crepes or creps? Ice Cream waffle trainers or just a good old ice cream waffle. Where are you gonna put your money?

The Wire ™/ Text / Team Cut
13th August 2008

If you’re wondering if all the fuss about this police drama (set in Baltimore) is justified, believe us this is the best show in a decade. The Wire Season 5 is out on DVD from August and concludes the award-winning TV series with a bang. The bodies are piling up in Homicide, but funds for police work have been diverted to the schools. Meanwhile business is booming on the streets as the war between East and West Baltimore’s drug kings reaches a new intensity.

The Story Of Frances Berman ™/ Text / Team Cut
13th August 2008

As part of The Cut’s residency at The ICA, Nendie Pinto-Duschinsky produced images of The Cut team for a Magic Lantern Show telling the story of her greatgrandmother Frances Berman.

Fashion Show ™/ Text / Team Cut
5th May 2008

Yesterday the cut was in the stowe youth club for the event into fashion. Not only there was master classes for fashion production but there was also a cat walk show with The Cut favourites O. G (Original Garmz) and Fly Wear.

Mediabox Competition ™/ Text / Team Cut
15th April 2008

Mediabox and Bebo have launched a competition to give ten young people the chance to make their own film.The winners will receive a video camera and £250 to it. To apply visit www.bebo.com/chargetv before 30th April.

Lets Get It Popping ™/ Text / Team Cut / Pics / Matthew Sackey
19th March 2008

We Party Hard. Fresh from the Launch at the ICA. See Hardeep (Newsnight Review), Kele Le Roc, NDubz, Chipmunk, Duane Hendry, Skitz Beatz, Maniac, a few friends, a few strangers and the whole supercharged Cut team get down. We'll let the pictures do the talking. More Pictures Here courtesy of Talent.

Inside Our First Issue ™/ Text / Team Cut
17th March 2008

This issue is packed with exclusive interviews with musicians, from Bashy and The Cool Kids to legendary Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash. We've got comment too: an article on the growth of drug trafficking and a feature on the role stress plays in the lives of young people today. There's with an interview with Britain's youngest MP, Julia Goldsworthy, plus a Hoxton Versus Hamstead fashion shoot – there's really something for everyone. You can also expect tons of excellent photography, all done by The Cut photography team, so read on and enjoy!

The Live Launch ™/ Text / Team Cut
17th March 2008

The Newpaper is back from the printers, the webiste is live and after months of grolling hard work The Cut Newspaper is celebrating its launch today at the Institute Of Contemporary Arts (ICA). Tea, Biscuits, Much Smoozing, Ndubz on stage and celebrity cameos from the likes of Kele le Roc. Can't go wrong. Pictures from the party to come soon.

Autechre Live in London ™ Exhibition / Text / Steve NoSurname
4th March 2008

''Autechre''. / Not a word that inspires excitement (or even any kind of response) in most people, but to some - and believe me, there are quite a few - they represent the kind of exploding electro-funk-noise that has gone on to influence such stars as Radiohead. Tonight, in an old car park tucked behind Liverpool Street station (of all places), any preconceptions about the band anyone could possibly have were smashed to pieces. Read The Full Article Here

Getting Our Fashion On / Text / Kirby H.Baptiste
1st March 2008

Getting Our Fashion On / The photography and styling team went south of the river to Koshomo Studios to shoot this issue’s lead fashion story. It was live. Not only did we have a whole host of young designers and MCs down from all all london, the studio had its very own reptile collection! We got to meet Sidney the snake and Sarah the scorpion. To see more pictures from behind the scenes Click Here and see the finished Hoxton Vs Hampstead Shoot Click Here

We Know Famous People™ David Lynch / Text / Zainab Adamu
1st March 2008

Hundreds of fans and journalists turned out to London’s Institute of Education to hear David Lynch talk about transcendental meditation. As an aspiring filmmaker, meeting David Lynch was the peak of my young career in film. Although Lynch was there to promote his spiritual work in transcendental meditation he didn’t hesitate to answer questions on his films. After the press conferences my colleague Cathy and I waited anxiously for an interview. I sat and anticipated the perfect question. Luckily we even shared an elevator
with the man himself. After watching Lynch being swamped by press and fans, Bob Roth, vice-president of the David Lynch Foundation managed to get us a quick interview in which I asked him how transcendental meditation could benefit young aspiring filmmakers like myself. His answer was clear; meditation is the best way to rid fear, stress and anxiety making more room for creativity. Sounded good to me... and who better to take inspiration from than such a pioneering filmmaker? Read the extended article in the next edition of The Cut.

Kap10Kurt DangerSeekers ™ / Video
1st March 2008

We enjoy this video. Featuring the track "Dangerseekers" from French Electro Outfit Kap10Kurt and directed by the Holograms. The video is on some nu-manga meets indie vibe. Good Stuff. Get to Know Kap10Kurt.

Save Our Streets ™ / Text / Team Cut
1st March 2008

BOO! to closing Skateparks! Rumour has it part of the South Bank known as the Undercroft is due to be closed by the council and the whole area revamped. The area has been there since the 1970s and the future of the whole space is now uncertain. Sign the petition here and help save a remarkable London monument!

Lucinda Chua ™ Exhibition / Text / Adrianne McKenzie
1st March 2008

Exhibiton / Always making moves, this months CUT featured artist and up and coming photographer Lucinda Chau will be exhibiting new works at the Hand and Heart Gallery from May 2008 and the New Art Exchange this Summer. For more information on the exhibition visit the Handandheartgallery.com. Read Lucinda Interview Here

 

 

Issue Two
Aug 2008

Reggie Yates Interview
Road To 2012 : Olympics Special
Road To Carnival Fashion
Freedom At A Price
Red Hot Interview
Nash Money Sneakers
Micachu Interview
Natty Interview
Life In The Marine Corps
Parents Meet The Teenagers
Young Londoners
Meet The Cast Of Adulthood
Cyko Logic Interview
Fred Butler : Prop Stylist Interview
Immortal Technique Review
Made In Queens
Victor Timofeev : Artist Interview
Ricky Powell Interview
Twizzle Interview
Flywear Feature
Top Girl Film Feature
Queen Of Nations
Not Without My Sister
Sky's The Limit
Career's Advice


Issue One
March 2008

Bashy Interview
The Cool Kids
Lady Lykes
Grimes New School
Rowdy Superstar Interview
The Sound Of Reason
Slash Interview
Hoxton Vs Hampstead Fashion
Young Designers
Lucinda Chua Interview
Will Kay Interview
The Brothers Size
Chris Lambert
Duane Henry
Drug Trafficking Feature
Does My Bum Look Big in This
Life After Prison
Whats Upsetting Our Children
MP Julia Goldsworthy
Autechre Live In London

Hardcore Is More Than Music
Media Box
Paddington Development Trust
The Cut On Myspace

The Cut Ica Blog