FILM: Fashion Beat TV Presents "You And Us" Video

From right: Karim Theilgaard, Jurgis Jorje and Aurelija Bu

Following on from the last post, Fashion Beat TV Presents a behind the scenes video shot during the photoshoot for "You And Us". The song featured in the video, Friendly Fires' "Paris", mirrors not only the title but the sentiments of dreams and youthful inspiration that permeates When Saints Go Machine's song "Parix" that accompanies the still images.

Karim Theilgaard

Aurelija Bu

FASHION: "You And Us" by Linas Justice

Linas Justice

He's young, he's edgy, he's Lithuanian! London-based photographer Linas Justice' latest editorial "You And Us" is an evocative series of shots showcasing youth in it's dreamy and carefree state, set against the vivid lights of the night-time cityscape. Linas describes the story: "Editorial story about three youngsters lost in the night, lost in themselves and lost in their relationships. They all want to be free but belong to each other at the same time." 

To view the full story click here

Accompanying the editorial is the song "Parix" by Danish band When Saints Go Machine, whom Fashion Beat TV interviewed last year. To view the full feature click here.

MUSIC: Nirvana's Nevermind 20 Years Later

20 years ago popular music was ripped apart to reveal a new underground movement, hell-bent on screaming it's way past the superficial dribble that had plagued the late 80's. Spearheading this movement was Nirvana. The influence this band has had on popular culture - not only in music but in literature, fashion and film is legendary. Doc Martins, ripped up jeans, converse shoes, egg-shell sunglasses, cardigans and eyeliner; soon even Hugo Boss was copying it. Though commercialization was quick to kill the songs and spirit live on.

Today marks the 20th Anniversary of the release. Back then Kurt and Nirvana smirked at comments that the record might go on to sell 100,000...now it's beyond 10,000,000. With loads of great commemoration events going on, not least the official benefit concert hosted by Kris Novoselic this is going to be an exciting few days. Long Live Punk n' Roll!

 

Many were the fashion trends that Kurt Cobain set in motion.

Feel free to post your favorite nirvana moments and songs.

MUSIC: All-Girl Band, Giana Factory, Talk About Music And Art

Louise Foo

Following their electric performance supporting The Raveonettes we had a quick chat with band complrised of lead singer and sample player Louise Foo, guitarist Lisbet Fritze and synth player Sofie Johanne. We talked about their re-make collection and how the band's collage art work reflects their multi-layered music. The album covers were done by Danish artist Sofie Alsbo. Based in London and having studied at Central St. Martins, she also created the video/visuals that often accompany their live shows.

Post Gig Antics

For more pics of both Giana Factory and The Raveonettes check out our photo stream!

MUSIC: Giana Factory Re-Make

Following on from the first re-make release of "Dirty Snow" by Danish electronic music god Trentemøller", the Danish all-female band have just announced their second re-make. This time it is Scottish rockers Glasvegas who have chopped and amped-up "Rainbow Girl",  the original of which is available for listening right here on Fashion Beat TV.

To listen to the new Glasvegas re-make of the song click here

www.gianafactory.dk

FASHION: Fast Or Die by Alex Fakso

FastOrDie is Alex Fakso's new photographic project, which comes to life after five years of travelling around the world, from London to the US, and as far as Russia and Japan. In collaboration with 55DSL he has released a series of limited edition prints and a photographic book showcasing "the world through the subways - report from the contemporary underground".

Check out our Live Stream interview Part 1 and Part 2 with Laura after the launch party:

For more info go to www.fakso.com and www.55dsl.com

FASHION: Kriss Soonik "Loungerie" Showcase

The Lingerie Collective hosted the Kriss Soonik (pronounced "sonic") showcase near Carnaby Street in London. Signature styles were the bright orange and lace garments, mixing lounge wear with lingerie. Check out more at www.kriss-soonik.com

Guests enjoyed the live window models showing a range of pieces.

Estonian Designer Kriss Soonik.

Fashion Beat TV Ep. 7 Pt. 3: Armadillo

In Part Three we talk about filming in the trenches and scoring the music for the award-winning film "Armadillo", directed by Janus Metz.

Fashion Beat TV Ep. 7 Pt. 2: Armadillo

In Part Two of Three we talk with Director Janus Metz about the surfacing of primal instincts in war as well as the aesthetics of his feature documentary "Armadillo".

Fashion Beat TV Ep. 7 Pt. 1: Armadillo

In this first part of three, we interview director Janus Metz about his prize-winning documentary about a group of young Danish soldiers during their tour of Afghanistan's Helmand Province. His film has won numerous awards, among them the prestigious Cannes Semaine de la Critique. The film has also sparked much controversy and debate due to the nature of some of the scenes depicted.

Fashion Beat TV Ep. 6: Fashion Blogger Fiona Jane

In this episode we speak with fashion blogger Fiona Jane about the connection between music and fashion and this summer's festival trends. Check out her blog on www.spotding.com

Fashion Beat 2010 Highlights - Kashmir pt. 2

Following on from the last episode, here is part two of our interview with the Danish rock band Kashmir. We go in-depth about being in the studio, the songwriting process that went in to their latest album and how their love of graphics and animation plays a big part in the creative output around the band.

FILM: Consumption Starring Magdalena Frackowiak

Directed by Warren du Preez & Nick Thornton Jones this chilling Fashion Film showcases the Polish-born supermodel as she evolves from theatrical beauty to haunting flame. The effect reminds me of the Solarisation techniques pioneered by Surrealist photographers Lee Miller and Man Ray at the beginning of the 20th Century while the sound design and music Jon Gosling and Emre Ramazanoglu perfectly sets the tone and pace of the visual evolution.

MUSIC: Radiohead's "Lotus Flower" music video

It's no secret, here at Fashion Beat TV we love Radiohead not only for their musical output but also for their great videos. Now, after a long enough wait, Radiohead are exploding back on to the scene with the first video to their single "Lotus Flower" off the new album released this week "King of Limbs".

Fashion Beat Presents 2010 Highlights - "Trespassers" Music Video

Between showcasing parts One and Two of our interview with Danish band Kashmir we thought we would take this opportunity to re-showcase the video for their song "Trespassers". As lead singer Kasper Eistrup relates in Part One of the interview, they got their fans involved by having them film themselves making use of the trademark orange and blue arrows in some way. Then the clips were submitted to be included in the video.

The result is raw, dynamic and intimate. Check it out:

Fashion Beat 2010 Highlights - Kashmir pt. 1

In this first of our two-part interview with Danish band Kashmir we talked about getting their fans involved with the making of the video for their single "Trespassers" and the creative process of writing the album.

Fashion Beat 2010 Highlights - H&M Fashion Against Aids

We take a closer look at what the H&M Camp had to offer as well as the Festival-inspired Fashion Against Aids Collection.

Fashion Beat 2010 Highlights - Roskilde Festival Street Artists

During the Roskilde Festival in Denmark we spoke with a series of street artists who were using their surroundings for inspiration within their art. Check out the videos below where we discuss how Fashion and Art relate to each other.

Fashion Beat TV 2010 Highlights

Now that the New Year is about to get well underway with this season's major Fashion Weeks kicking off, the Berlinale Film Festival next month and many of the leading Art Galleries opening their first main exhibitions of the year, We decided to take a look back and showcase some of the Fashion Beat TV highlights of 2010. These include Roskilde Festival, Copenhagen Fashion Week, London Fashion Week, London Film Festival, the New York Art Scene and more. We'll be posting the vids on here, so check them out over the next days. Bring on 2011!

H&M Fashion Against Aids @ Roskilde Festival

Facehunter caught snapping during the Blogger Party @ Copenhagen Fashion Week w. FBtv Djs

Ghost Zine artists

We love New York

With Cannes- and London Film Festival-Winner, Janus Metz, director of "Armadillo"