Bill Murray is one of those few people in show business that seem to have achieved the impossible. Instead of letting the fame and the Hollywood scene get the best of him, Murray has remained reclusive and, from what we can tell, almost completely unfazed by the craziness that inevitably comes along with the lifestyle. No agent, no manager, no bullshit. From SNL to Caddyshack to Lost In Translation, Bill’s been able to do it on his own terms. Recently, GQ’s senior editor Dan Fierman got the rare chance to sit down with Bill and pick his brain in a full interview. For the record, the latest GQ (The Comedy Issue) is pretty damn funny. Take a look at the three-man interview with Paul Rudd, Zach Galifianakis and Tracy Morgan too, if you get a chance. Keep reading for the full interview with Bill.
Growing up I always loved the flashy players. The ones that would make you stand up out of your seat and say, “Whoa” I always loved the players that did something so amazing on the court that you had to go outside and try the same shit yourself. When I didn’t know any better, it was Hotsauce. But in the same vein, it was J. Will, Franchise and Kobe to name a few. As my appreciation for hoop developed, so did my research. Which led me to the Pistol. Perhaps he was the inspiration for White Chocolate to do his thing. Because from ’99 to ’01 he was the king, in my eyes. Nonetheless, I wanted to reach back and share this interview with Pistol Pete today. For those with a little time on their hands, we’ve thrown part 2 and 3 in there after the more. SettledSaturday.com. I see you Lan.
During my conversation with Icelandic graphic designer Siggi Eggertsson, I was constantly amazed by the fact that I was chatting with someone from across the world. Lowering the barrier to entry, the beauty of the internet lies in its ability to allow people to share their work with the world. Initially drawn to Siggi’s work through his majestic basketball imagery, I wanted to know where the inspiration came from for his work. Covering a range of topics from his beginnings in graphic design, to his thoughts on LeBron James, I had to remind myself that Siggi was in fact worlds away. The presence of popular culture around the world is amazing. It feels as though art and the internet are bringing us closer together. This interview is proof. Read on for a conversation with Siggi Eggertsson.
Each day I become firmer in my belief that people are doing great things everywhere. In a sense, the goal of Wine & Bowties is to celebrate those people as they pursue their passions and cultivate their crafts. Matt Cohen is a great example of one of these folks. The creator of ItsBongoBoy, Matt has interviewed a number of individuals in the realm of hip hop and street culture. Obtaining interviews with everyone from The Clipse and Rhymefest, to Dee & Ricky and Nick Diamond, Matt has amassed an impressive resume of engaging material. Recently, I had the chance to chat with Matt as he shared his thoughts on the field of journalism, the future of street culture, and the joys of In N Out. Hit the MORE for a conversation with Matt Cohen.
There’s not a lot of comedians better at shedding light on social issues than these two. Chris has a way of breaking down situations into the most basic terms, so you almost can’t help but feel what he’s saying. With the new healthcare bill having passed, the conversation has definitely changed, but it’s good to see the discussion is still going. Not that the bill isn’t a big step, but obviously, we have a lot of things to sort out before American society is equal, in any real sense of the word. The conversation starting at 5:10 is pretty telling. Nothing too revolutionary being discussed here, but it’s always good to see these two chop it up. As usual, we’re interested to hear your thoughts too.
If you know me well at all, you probably know I fuck with vinyl. Way tougher than any other way of listening to music. There’s something about having something tangible in your hand, the process of having to put the record on and listen all the way through. In my humble, it really just gives the music more value. For me, vinyl is something worth celebrating, so I’m glad Jony Lyle and the folks behind To Have & To Hold feel me. The upcoming film will feature historical background on the vinyl age, along with interviews with figures like ?uestlove and Paul Mawhinney, the man with the biggest collection of records in the world. Coming soon, so we’ll keep you posted.
I think as far as the background story goes, we’ve heard most of this before. Jay discussing the influence of his parents’ collection of classic soul, his love of New York, what it means to perform at Madison Square Garden. I think what’s crazy though is how the context of the conversation keeps changing. What makes Hov’s career so important to hip-hop is the experience of seeing just how far he can really take it. Every time we see him, the collabs are bigger, the imagery is more iconic and the story becomes more legendary. NY-Z, a collaboration with Absolut and director/photographer Danny Clinch is just the latest example, giving us a unique look at his September 11th concert at the Garden, and as always, some valuable perspective from the man himself. Clinch just killed it with this one.
I’m still trying to wrap my mind around SXSW as I type this now. In the days to come, I’ll get my thoughts together and put some pen to paper. For the time being, settle on this. In this Cool Hunting short, the crew takes a look at some of the people, places and things that make Oakland special. From Issues magazine shop, to Bakesale Betty’s, there’s a lot more to Oakland than meets the eye. Welcome to Oakland, the place I call home.
Recently I had the opportunity to chat with Mykola Dosenko, also known as Myk Dawg. Born and raised in Kiev, Ukraine, Mykola’s inspirations paint an interesting portrait of popular culture in the late 80′s and early 90′s. A self proclaimed graphic designer, celebrity chef, comedian and stunt driver, it was not difficult to strike up a conversation about Myk’s interests and inspirations. With his graphic design work popping up on popular websites across the net, Mykola’s aesthetic is becoming recognized for it’s vibrant colors and retro influences. Touching on everything from Lebron James to zombie snails, our conversation was peculiar to say the very least.
Until I came across Jenkins Jellies, the only jellies I was aware of were the ones associated with peanut butter. Little did I know how much more there was. While strolling through the L.A. Street Food Fest two weeks ago, I happened upon a tray of crackers and jelly. “Go ahead, try one,” I was coaxed, from jelly creator Hilary Danner. I obliged, and was sold after the first bite. Quickly gathering Hilary’s contact information, I became intent on learning more about these wonderful jellies.
When Danny told me he met Dee and Ricky he didn’t say a word. It was merely a look. It was that, “Drop everything you’re doing and follow me now,” look. That, “This is the moment we’ve been waiting for,” look. To say the brothers are cool would be a bit of an understatement. When you’re getting love from Kanye and Marc Jacobs your hats may start fitting weird. Nonetheless, Dee & Ricky were cool as fuck, and our conversation was greater confirmation that the renaissance is here.
If this is your introduction to Dee & Ricky, I suggest peeping this and hitting their website. The video above is simply a day in the life. From the Staten Island trap to the tailor, to downtown art parties, Dee & Ricky are making crazy moves, and it’s only, getting, worse.
Last year, Damiani Books released HP, an anthology of legendary photographer Harri Peccinotti’s work. As one of the first few photographers to shoot the prestigious Pirelli Calendar, Peccinotti was one of the most forward-thinking photographers of the late ’60s and early ’70s. His work is directly, almost confrontationally sexual, with a strong female presence and a keen eye for aesthetics. Remind you of anyone? In this interview from Vice, Harri discusses his career, his creative process and why he’s not trippin off girls that aren’t “perfect”. Check out the book here, and more of his work below.
Recently I was introduced to the work of Norm Magnusson. Using nature as his medium, Norm’s work further relates the idea that there are no boundaries when it comes to creative expression. Norm’s personal outlook on art serves as a solid foundation to understand the meaning and purpose of his work. Developing an artistic movement known as “funism” Norm uses various principles to guide his work. Read on to get glimpse into the mind and creative process of Norm Magunusson.
Bill Murray is one of those few people in show business that seem to have achieved the impossible. Instead of letting the fame and the Hollywood scene get the best of him, Murray has remained reclusive and, from what we can tell, almost completely unfazed by the craziness that inevitably comes along with the lifestyle. No agent, no manager, no bullshit. From SNL to Caddyshack to Lost In Translation, Bill’s been able to do it on his own terms. Recently, GQ’s senior editor Dan Fierman got the rare chance to sit down with Bill and pick his brain in a full interview. For the record, the latest GQ (The Comedy Issue) is pretty damn funny. Take a look at the three-man interview with Paul Rudd, Zach Galifianakis and Tracy Morgan too, if you get a chance. Keep reading for the full interview with Bill.
