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Drake Commissions Massive 9-Foot Sade Sculpture by Artist Rebecca Maria
SummaryDrake's well-documented appreciation for Sade has reached new heights with the commissioning of a custom 9-foot sculptureCreated by artist Rebecca Maria, the massive piece is directly inspired by the singer's classic 1992 Love Deluxe eraThe entirely hand-shaped artwork was meticulously crafted over six months using five different types of clayDrake is certainly not being subtle about his deep-rooted obsession with Sade anymore. The Toronto rapper has officially taken his fandom to the next level, commissioning a massive, custom 9-foot sculpture dedicated to the legendary singer. Brought to life by contemporary artist Rebecca Maria, the towering new artwork pays direct homage to Sade’s iconic Love Deluxe era, permanently immortalizing the musical icon's influence in a striking physic...
Contemporary Artists Reclaim Colonial Photography in Museum Rietberg Exhibition
The Museum Rietberg in Zürich, Switzerland, has just opened its doors to a new exhibition that brings a contemporary lens to colonial-era photography. Titled A Kind of Paradise, the showcase unites 20 artists from the diaspora, each known for their thought-provoking works surrounding race, class and historical narratives. Using their practices to explore identity, the featured pieces exhibit how divisive photographs can be reclaimed to spotlight the untold stories behind the art.The expansive exhibition is split into four main sections: Shapeshifters; Confrontation; Care; and In the Photo Fantastic. The first category, Shapeshifters, takes viewers through a series of lost photographs that includes Brazilian crafter Rosana Paulino fusing personal images onto materials while other multimedia...
Range Rover Celebrates Two Decades With the Sport Twenty Edition
SummaryLand Rover is celebrating two decades of its performance-focused luxury SUV with the Range Rover Sport Twenty Edition, featuring a bold Sanguinello Orange finish inspired by the original 2004 Range Stormer conceptThe special anniversary model borrows heavy-hitting interior elements from the flagship SV variant, including sculpted Ebony Windsor leather seats and forged carbon fiber trimAvailable with either a twin-turbo V8 or a plug-in hybrid powertrain, the commemorative edition launches in the UK this August with a starting price of £115,790 GBP (approx. $157,000 USD)Range Rover is officially marking two decades of high-octane luxury with the reveal of the Range Rover Sport Twenty Edition. When the nameplate first hit the pavement in the early 2000s, it signaled a seismic shift for...
Nissan Xterra To Return in 2028 With Hybrid Power
SummaryNissan officially teased the next-generation Xterra, confirming the rugged SUV will return by late 2028 as a US-built model utilizing a new body-on-frame platformThe automaker unveiled its "Mobility Intelligence for Everyday Life" strategy, streamlining its global lineup to 45 models while integrating advanced AI-defined vehicle technologiesNissan is officially leaving its cost-cutting era in the rearview, rolling out a massive long-term strategic vision dubbed "Mobility Intelligence for Everyday Life." Signaling the end of the brand's stringent "Re:Nissan" recovery phase, the new blueprint shifts focus toward cultural resonance and cutting-edge tech. The undeniable centerpiece of the announcement is the resurrected Nissan Xterra. Cultivating massive hype among off-road purists, the...
Amazon Ember Artline: Lifestyle-TV mit mattem Display startet in die Vorbestellung
Vorgestellt sind sie schon länger, nun darf der Amazon Ember Artline vorbestellt werden. Kernfeature ist die Ambient-TV-Funktion, also der ...
FKA Twigs, Dev Hynes, Brian Eno and More Tapped for Vatican City’s Venice Biennale Pavilion
SummaryThe Vatican City released featured artists for its upcoming Holy See pavilion showcase for this year’s Venice BiennaleThe lineup includes 25 musicians, poets, architects, filmmakers and artists exploring the contemplative power of soundVatican City’s Holy See Pavilion will host music’s top talents for its sound-based presentation at next month’s Venice Biennale, featuring works by FKA Twigs, Dev Hynes, Brian Eno and Patti Smith.Curated by Hans Ulrich Obrist and Ben Vickers, the exhibition, titled The Ear is the Eye of the Soul is based on the life and legacy of Benedictine nun Saint Hildegarde of Bingen, a medieval abbess, poet, healer and composer, also known as the patron saint of writers and musicians. “The exhibition takes the form of a sonic prayer,” reads the project statement...
Coachella 2026 Is an Art Oasis, Too
SummaryPublic Art Company debuts new installations at Coachella by Sabine Marcelis, Kyriakos Chatziparaskevas and Los Angeles Design GroupRunning through the festival's durations, the works directly respond to the desert energy and environment, offering pockets of rest and reflection for visitorsIt’s that time of year — Coachella is in the air. Adding to the heat of Weekend 1's spectacles and performances, Public Art Company (PAC) makes a return as this year's art provider, planting a new crop of immersive installations around the Indio festival grounds.Curated by PAC founder Raffi Lehrer and Paul Clemente, the art director of Goldenvoice, this year's outdoor suite was created in response to the immediate environment, reflecting shifting light and energies of the desert while offering mome...
Porsche Introduces the First Ever 911 GT3 S/C Cabriolet
SummaryPorsche unveils the 911 GT3 S/C, the first GT3 cabriolet variantSame power and performance figures as the 992.2 GT3, slightly heavierStreet Style Package availablePorsche has revealed the 911 GT3 S/C, the first 911 GT3 to feature a fully automatic convertible roof. The new model draws directly from the DNA of the limited-edition 911 Speedster and 911 S/T, combining their driver-focused character with the full performance of the standard GT3.The 911 GT3 S/C is powered by the same 4.0L naturally-aspirated flat-six engine as the 911 GT3 992.2, producing 502 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque. For the pure driving enthusiasts – a six-speed manual transmission is the only configuration available, and with it the S/C accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, reaching a top speed of 3...
Rolls-Royce Launches Coachbuild Collection With “Project Nightingale”
SummaryRolls-Royce introduces its Coachbuild Collection, starting with Project NightingaleProject Nightingale highlights elegance with a drop-top monolithic silhouetteLimited to 100 and reserved exclusively for select clients with design affinityRolls-Royce is introducing its Coachbuild Collection program, one that will give clients infinite opportunities for a custom Rolls-Royce, even more so than before. Its first launch has been revealed as "Project Nightingale." Built on the "Architecture of Luxury" aluminum spaceframe and optimized for an electric powertrain like the Spectre, the Nightingale is a two-seat open-top masterpiece that leans heavily into Streamline Moderne 1940's art deco aesthetics. The silhouette is monolithic, trading traditional cooling intakes for uninterrupted surfac...
Tesla Model S x Model X Signature Series Farewell
SummaryTesla is launching a final, invite-only "Signature Series" production run of 350 Model S and Model X Plaid vehicles to mark the end of the flagship programsThe limited-edition units feature exclusive Garnet Red paint with gold accents and are priced starting at $159,420 for the Model X SignatureThe Fremont factory lines will pivot to manufacturing Optimus humanoid robots following an honorable discharge for the legacy EVsTesla is officially closing the book on its era-defining Model S and Model X programs with an ultra-exclusive "Signature Series" final run. Limited to an extremely strict 350 total units—specifically 250 for the sedan and 100 for the SUV in a six-seat configuration—this commemorative fleet serves as a high-end swan song for the automaker's legacy flagship vehicles. ...
Defender Named Official Partner of Fuji Rock Festival ’26
SummaryDefender officially renews its partnership with Fuji Rock Festival for the 2026 editionThe ongoing collaboration highlights a shared focus on environmental conservation and musicDetails regarding the automaker's specific on-site activations will be revealed at a later dateDefender has officially renewed its partnership with Japan's premier outdoor music event, Fuji Rock Festival '26. The British automaker will serve as an official supporter for the second consecutive year, aligning its expedition-ready ethos with the festival's core theme of coexisting with nature and music.Operating under the banner of making the impossible possible, Defender continues to embed itself within key cultural touchpoints, establishing music as a central pillar of its brand identity. The synergy between ...
Louis Vuitton Expands Travel Book Collection With Berlin Edition By Miroslav Sekulić-Struja
SummaryLouis Vuitton is adding a new Berlin destination to its ongoing Travel Book series this Spring 2026The project features original illustrations by Croatian artist Miroslav Sekulić-StrujaThe release spans a standard edition, a large-format collector's edition, and a highly limited 30-copy leatherbound versionContinuing its legacy of blending exploration with artistic expression, Louis Vuitton has officially unveiled the Louis Vuitton Travel Book Berlin. Releasing in Spring 2026, the latest addition to the house's curated collection of journey-inspired sketchbooks transports readers to the German capital. This time, the brand has tapped Croatian illustrator Miroslav Sekulić-Struja, whose distinct visual style guides a narrative where two characters cross paths amid themes of memory, pa...
