FILM: Compliance

Director Craig Zobel's new psychological indie film "Compliance" will leave you feeling as uncomfortable and questioning yourself, "what would you have done in that situation?" throughout the film. Constantly tense, fearlessly acted and subtly executed, this film is worth watching. Actress Dreama Walker is also a rising star to take note of.

Compliance is distributed in the UK by Sodapictures and premieres March 2013

MUSIC: Karim Theilgaard Releases Debut Single

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Hey Everyone,
Here's a personal post from me, your Fashion Beat TV host.

After a long, long journey I am now very excited to finally be able to present to you my debut single as a solo artist, "The Way We Used To Be". It is the first of three songs I will release over the next weeks, so watch this space and follow me on twitter and facebook to stay up to date.

FASHION: Cara Delevingne Wins Model of The Year

Cara Delevingne is not only a Fashion Beat TV-favorite due to her funky style and whacky personality, she is now also the official Model of The Year after nabbing last night's prize at the British Fashion Awards. A big congratulations from Fashion Beat TV!

FASHION: Kate Moss Book Launch

Cover by Craig McDean

Rizzoli is releasing a book documenting the last two decades of Kate Moss' career. For many, Kate Moss equals fashion and the ultimate achievement as a model. Having had the pleasure on several occasions to meet Kate, she also stands for me, personally, as the epitome of Fashion as an art-form and lifestyle. Hopefully, she will continue to build her legacy for some time yet, but for now, this book will capture her the greatest moments of her career thus far. The book will be released in November 2012, with 8 different covers featuring images by some of the most legendary fashion photographers including Juergen Teller, Mario Testino, Mario Sorrenti and Craig McDean. I think I know what I want for Christmas!
 - Karim

The 8 different covers. Bottom row, 2nd from left by Sorrenti is my favorite. Leave a comment with your favorite below or tweet @ us.

FASHION: The Iris Effect - Old is the new Young

Diesel is getting in on the hype with their new fragrance "Loverdose"

 Since 2005, when the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York showcased Iris Apfel's vast clothing and accessories collection, this elderly lady has been increasingly hailed as an icon. While celebrities and the self-proclaimed fashion cool are desperate to rub elbows with her, Iris maintains a natural serenity and ironic distance to the hyped pandemonium surrounding here now. After all, she's just doing what she's always done; dressed the way she wanted with no regard to what other people think. It's positive that the youth fetichists are confronted with a personality who dares to act herself and shows that style, creativity and cool does not stop at age 21. It can soar on through to age 91 and beyond. Here's to you Iris Apfel!

91 and still going strong on the new cover of Dazed & Confused.

ART: Fashion Beat TV NEW Episode: GrassGrass Launch

Introducing a duo taking the Art World by storm! Halea and Elaine have created a brand aiming to re-think the traditional way art is curated and experienced. GrassGrass was launched this spring in London and I was on the spot to check it out. Among the artists featured were Rachel Libeskind, Durbin Lewis (John Rogers) and Geiste Kincinaityte. GrassGrass will be launching events in Paris and Berlin, so keep an eye out for events near you!

For more info check out www.grassgrass.org

Hello, I'm Your Host! :)

Hey Everyone,

Great to meet you :) Photo by Chris Hennis.

It's been a long while since the last post. Here is why:

Fashion Beat TV was originally run in a more formal way. This made creating and publishing content dependent on several things and people falling in to place on time. This method will change from now on.

For those of you who don't know me yet, allow me introduce myself. My name is Karim Theilgaard. I started this project a couple of years ago aiming to create a platform to inspire and develop connections between creative people through the production of a tv show and blog posts. It is difficult to maintain that when relying on people's free time and on no budget. Also, I have been busy with uni, studying in London and Paris doing an MSc Marketing & Creativity at ESCP Europe, as well as working on several film and music projects alongside this project.

Hence, I plan to make Fashion Beat TV more personal; as a showcase for what I find interesting and inspirational, as well as a platform to share my own projects with you! The main focus will be on maintaining the Fashion Beat TV Facebook Page but I also regularly update my own Karim Theilgaard Facebook Page. So check them both out and Like them. That way we can regularly share our collective creative output.

Welcome to a new, more personal Fashion Beat TV! And don't forget to get in touch if you would like to share your work and feature here or on the show. Alternatively, if you would like to showcase my projects, whether it's an interview about my film and music, do a photo shoot or video - you name it! please don't hesitate to get in touch!

Thanks for your support and have a creative day
-Karim

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.