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Nine Algerian Rappers to Keep on Your Radar
In Algeria, hip-hop music and culture emerged as a form of self-expression for the youth who wanted to speak out on political troubles and conditions. Even through censorship and lack of support from mainstream media throughout the years, formidable artists continue to create and the scene continues to grow.Today, music is still used as an outlet. According to Youth Policy, 70% of Algerian population are under 30-years-old and there is no youth organization to lean on. With living conditions and educational systems still not fully recovered, the current collective of artists become energies to turn to for relatability and a form of expression. As Hypebeast continues to tap into different areas within the Middle East and North Africa and identify artists, here is the latest list of Algerian...
Pen & Paper: Jaedoo Lee
Jaedoo Lee’s mind is always turning. When faced with creative block, he chooses to plow through by welcoming, rather than dismissing, the rotator belt of ideas that flow from one corner of his head to the next. Sometimes this involves taking a break from client work altogether to work on passion projects that will allow him to reassess his creative process.Born in South Korea and now based in New York City, the artist, illustrator and animator is notably inspired by comics and creates work that can best be defined by poppy hues, subtle textures and a thin black line-stroke that gives form to peculiar people, animals and objects that live between reality and fantasy.Several years ago, Lee was included as a recipient of The One Club For Creativity’s Young Guns 18 class, which honors people 3...
Creed III Review: Michael B. Jordan’s Directorial Debut Lands Some Solid Punches
The star and first-time director gets to put his own spin on the Rocky franchise, though Sylvester Stallone's absence is felt. Creed III Review: Michael B. Jordan’s Directorial Debut Lands Some Solid Punches Liz Shannon Miller
Get to Know the Artists Behind Our ‘Global Citizens – Asia’ Exhibition with THE SHOPHOUSE
Hypeart and THE SHOPHOUSE have joined forces to showcase a group exhibition titled Global Citizens – Asia. The exhibition seeks to celebrate and showcase the works of emerging Asian artists from different parts of the world, providing a platform for these artists to share their unique perspectives and artistic visions.The exhibition will take place at a restored pre-war tong lau in Tai Hang, Hong Kong, which is a Grade III listed low-rise tenement building combining commercial and residential spaces. The location provides the perfect setting for the exhibition, as it is a blend of traditional and modern architectural elements that reflect the dynamic nature of contemporary art. The exhibition features works from 14 artists who use different mediums to express their artistic visions. The ar...
The Party Down Cast Reveal What Has (and Hasn’t) Changed For the Season 3 Revival
Why didn't a reunion film make sense for the Starz revival? Star Adam Scott and executive producer John Enbom explain. The Party Down Cast Reveal What Has (and Hasn’t) Changed For the Season 3 Revival Liz Shannon Miller and Ben Kaye
Carter Jung of Race Service Is Not Afraid to Daily his Nissan Skyline GT-R R33
When you do what you love every day, it's not called work anymore – it's called a career. For Carter Jung, this career has allowed for him to live and breathe all things automotive.Carter is Senior Vice President of Partnerships & Strategy at Race Service, Los Angeles-based creative agency that specializes in automotive campaigns. Their client list has spanned from powerhouse manufacturers like Porsche, Mercedes-AMG and Aston Martin, to sports associations Formula 1 and NASCAR. Before Race Service, Carter cut his teeth at respected automotive publications, starting at Super Street as an associate editor to editor-in-chief at Import Tuner magazine. Beyond automotive, Carter gained experience in other fields, being employed in companies such as Acura, Red Bull Media House, Mattel, Playstatio...
Tasha McCaskiel on the Importance of Creating Your Own Opportunities
When the opportunities she wanted weren’t entering the door, Tasha McCaskiel wasn’t willing to sit around and wait her turn. Instead, she decided to go out there and create something uniquely her own — resulting in the creation of Black Girls In Media (BGIM).Creating something without a blueprint to follow was one of the toughest challenges she’d faced in her career so far, but the experimentations and lessons learned paved the way for McCaskiel to follow her passion and build a platform for like-minded women in media. She established BGIM in 2018, shortly after graduating from her masters program at New York University. The Charlotte, North Carolina native was finding it difficult to get hired full-time, and was in desperate need of insight during her “post-grad blues” phase. Realizing sh...
The Last of Us Episode 6 Recap: The Best Details from “Kin”
In the newest episode, feminine hygiene, the rules of football and more got an unexpected spotlight. The Last of Us Episode 6 Recap: The Best Details from “Kin” Eddie Fu and Liz Shannon Miller
Microsoft Officially Permanently Disabled Internet Explorer and Apple Gave a First Look at the iOS 16.4 Emojis in This Week’s Tech Roundup
This week, tech users encountered a series of updates across the internet. After 27 years, Microsoft officially retired the pioneering Internet Explorer web browser. Apple, meanwhile, shared a first look at its new offering of emojis coming in the iOS 16.4 update.On the app side, Instagram is reported to be testing a feature that allows users to comment on posts with a GIF, while TikTok is allegedly toying around with the idea of paywalled content.Below, HYPEBEAST has rounded up the top tech stories of the week so you can stay up to date on trends in the industry.Instagram Began Letting Users Comment on Posts With a GIFInstagram has reportedly expanded GIFs to the comment sections of photo and video posts. While users were already able to reply to a Story with a GIF, the new feature brings...
Song of the Week: Lana Del Rey Delivers Her Eulogy for the American Dream on “A&W”
A surprise release that chronicles childhood lost and the nightmare of the present from Lana Del Rey. Song of the Week: Lana Del Rey Delivers Her Eulogy for the American Dream on “A&W” Mary Siroky
Best New Tracks: Metro Boomin, IDK, Deb Never and More
As the first week of 2023 in music comes to a close, HYPEBEAST has rounded up the best projects for the latest installment of Best New Tracks.This week’s lineup is led by Metro Boomin, IDK and Deb Never, who released the Villains Version of HEROES & VILLAINS and the singles "Radioactive" and "Momentary Sweetheart." Also joining this selection are offerings from IAMDDB, Zombie Juice, Jean Dawson, FIDLAR, Black Thought with El Michels Affair, Princess Nokia and Flo Milli.Metro Boomin - HEROES & VILLAINS (Villains Version)Metro Boomin delivers the Villains Version counterpart of his December 2022 album, HEROES & VILLAINS. The new edition clocks in at almost two hours and features the ChoppedNotSlopped mixes of all 15 songs, as well as the original tracks.Listen: Spotify | Apple Mu...
j-hope IN THE BOX Is an Intimate Look Behind the Creative Curtain: Review
The new doc features extensive footage leading up to the release of j-hope's first solo album and headlining set at Lollapalooza. j-hope IN THE BOX Is an Intimate Look Behind the Creative Curtain: Review Mary Siroky
