Monthly Archives: June 2012
GQ Recap: July 2012
Eyes down here! From the second the July cover landed in my Gmail inbox, I knew this issue was going to be some kind of spectacular. Even with the videos and swimsuits, I hadn’t previously been swooned by Miss Kate … Continue reading
Sound Session: LOTUS
Up and coming rapper, Mahd, brings his talents to the mic with his latest track, Lotus; a cover of Hov & Ye’s, Otis. Over much of the last year, the Detroit native has generated quite a buzz on the hip-hop circuit. … Continue reading
Vogue Recap: July 2012
Laced in Nina Ricci, Hollywood starlet Emma Stone graces the cover of the July issue; and inside, her feature editorial, Comic Relief, is a must-read. The actress co-stars in the blockbuster, The Amazing Spider-Man, set to hit theaters July 3rd. America’s current-favorite … Continue reading
Signed Sirelle: JULY 2012
I was recently flipping back through the April 2012 issue of GQ, when I came across an editorial — authored by Claire Hoffman — featuring Drake, and a statement made by the rap superstar took my thoughts on an infinite … Continue reading
Sound Session: Believe
Biebs released his third studio album, Believe, today, and — after turning 18 just three months ago — it’s clear that this is a new, mature Justin Bieber. On this project, Bieber takes the next leap in his vocal journey; … Continue reading
Viewer Alert: 2012 NBA Finals
This is history. (No wait, don’t stop reading!) I know it sounds cliché, overdone, and stale but it’s that simple. As a basketball fan — whether your team advanced or not — you have to crave a championship clash of … Continue reading
Press Play: Summer 2012
In spring 2011 I began an editorial series entitled Press Play. Almost immediately, a tide of positive feedback rippled in. Many were requests that I make the series seasonal, monthly even. And seeing as though my suggested playlists were multi-themed — … Continue reading
The Buzz: The Diamond Queen
This year marks HM Queen Elizabeth II‘s 60th year on the throne, as the Queen of England. In 1952 — at the age of 25 — she became queen after the death of her father, King George VI, and has served … Continue reading
The Buzz: Why LeBron Doesn’t Get A Pass
He picked — he rolled — and with just under 40 seconds remaining, LeBron James squared up and knocked down a 3-pointer. Just like that, after trailing the Boston Celtics for much of the game, it was tied. Surely the greatest … Continue reading
VOGUE Recap: June 2012
To all, to every cynic of the fashion industry, I suggest, urge, and give you no choice [but] to read Anna Wintour‘s June 2012 Letter from the Editor, entitled “The Health Initiative.” In “Country Strong,” model Karlie Kloss teams up with … Continue reading
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