Bob Mizer’s Two-Volume “AMG: 1000 Model Directory”

Editor Dian Hanson whittles down over 250,000 images for Taschen's seductive new offering

Taschen’s forthcoming “Bob Mizer. AMG: 1000 Model Directory” two-volume tome is far more than a collection of over 1000 hunky, near-nude bodybuilders and celebrities. (Though, that’s definitely part of the allure.) Within both volumes, one bears witness to the incredibly important works of photographer Bob Mizer. Back along Muscle Beach in Venice, California, Mizer began snagging imagery of handsome men and soon founded both the …

Jesse Boykins III feat. Luke James: Likeminded

In now-classic Jesse Boykins III style, the LA-based singer/songwriter has released a super-lush and sexy record in his latest release: Bartholomew LP. Featuring guest spots from Syd (of The Internet), Willow Smith, Trinidad James and J*Davey, it’s full of slightly left-of-center vibes but is still clearly influenced by icons like D’Angelo. Standout track “Likeminded“—which features Luke James—is sparkly but soulful. If you’re in NYC, you …

Florence + the Machine: Stand by Me

It is exceptionally hard to cover a song like Ben E King’s profound classic “Stand by Me,” while holding true to the value of the original and adding contemporary developments. Unsurprisingly, Florence + the Machine have pulled it off with their ethereal, riveting version“. The song appears on Songs From Final Fantasy XV and it feels more or less like a gift to fans of …