Theaster Gates: Freedom of Assembly at White Cube

An exhibition of new paintings and sculptures by the Chicago artist is grounded in the personal and political

As we learned from his talks at last year’s Culture Lab Detroit, Chicago-born artist Theaster Gates is probably best known for creating art that also has a social agenda, using his skills and influence to help the regeneration of the Grand Crossing neighborhood in his hometown, among many other things. His latest show “Freedom of Assembly” takes Gates to London’s Bermondsey, where he ties together …

Cayucas: Moony Eyed Walrus

Two man surf rock outfit Cayucas quickly gained widespread attention with their 2013 debut Bigfoot. The band, composed of twin brothers Zach and Ben Yudin, went from recording in their bedrooms to touring, almost overnight, thanks to their throwback sleepy California vibe. Their new single “Moony Eyed Walrus” brings a more refined but nonetheless infectious energy. It’s the kind of rock music that the summer …

What Makes Shower-Crying So Good

From a Ray Bradbury poem to a GIF-worthy reel of Tobias Fünke in Arrested Development, the appeal of crying in the shower has been well documented. But what is it about shower-crying that makes it so comforting? After studying over 5,000 crying episodes between men and women, University of Pittsburgh psychologist Lauren Byslma confirmed that people prefer to cry alone, making the privacy of the …