3D-Printed Records

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3D-printing has hit almost every corner of the creative industry, and now it’s hitting music. In 2012, American researcher Amanda Ghassaei used the technology to create the first 3D-printed record, which despite its resolve, was a little rough around the edges. Working hard to make the concept a viable reality, Bloc Party’s Kele Okereke teamed up with songwriter Bobbie Gordon to create a limited edition …

Magnus Carlsen, World Chess Champion

The newly crowned king of chess fronts G-Star RAW SS14

Advertorial content: When he’s not gunning for a world title or re-establishing chess as the game of kings, chess phenom Magnus Carlsen makes time for modeling. The 22-year-old Norwegian first stepped in front of the camera for G-Star RAW in 2010. Back then he was just 19 years old, ranked number one in the world and posing alongside actress Liv Tyler. As it turns out, …

MBS MFG. CO Caps

Described to be the “choice of champs,” MBS MFG. CO.’s quality caps are a win, for sure. Made with classic five-panel construction, these brimmed beauties have just the right mix of timeless simplicity and downtown freshness. Homegrown in Jersey City and made in the USA, this soon-to-be favorite chapeau is available in a multitude of colors and fabrics to suit any and all noggins.