The Return Of Legendary London Nightclub, and an Insight Into Frieze Seoul
By Wim Langedijk for HURS
The Return Of Legendary London Nightclub, and an Insight Into Frieze Seoul
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Tramp Revamped: The Return Of a Legendary Nightclub
The revival of Tramp, a legendary London nightclub originally established in 1969 on Jermyn Street is being revitalized by new owner Luca Maggiora, a 43-year-old former banker turned nightclub entrepreneur. Maggiora aims to recapture Tramp's historic allure while updating it for a modern audience. Interior designers Duncan Campbell and Charlotte Rey are reimagining the space by incorporating elements reminiscent of the '70s and '80s, such as brass and steel accents, luxurious carpeting, and a mix of metallic finishes inspired by fashion icons like Jackie Collins.
HOW TO SPEND IT
People are returning to analog technologies, like as print newsletters, flip phones, and vinyl records, almost as a reaction to digital saturation and generative AI content. People are increasingly finding digital spaces overwhelming and unsatisfying, seeking more tactile and meaningful experiences. The shift is driven by a desire for “friction” and intimacy, as many prefer physical media's tangibility and slower pace as opposed to being constantly connected. Younger generations are calling this “Analog Revolution,” embracing older, less efficient technologies as a form of rebellion against digital overload.
VOX
FKA twigs, known for her fusion of music, dance, and visual art, uses her latest piece to celebrate human sensuality and vulnerability. The performance blends elements of dance, music, and visual compositions, encapsulating her signature ethereal style. Her work delves into themes of physicality, touching on the complexities of human connection and sensual experience, offering a journey through intimate emotions and bodily expression. It’s another step in FKA twigs' ongoing exploration of the intersection between performance art and music, making her a leading voice in contemporary multidisciplinary art.
ARTSY
The article describes a group of five artists—Salomé Sperling, Jaime le Bleu, Ale Mangindaan, Line Murken, and Sijmen Vellekoop—who transformed a dilapidated townhouse in Brussels into a creative living and working space called Espace Aygo. The group, all students at Design Academy Eindhoven, spent months renovating the house, making everything from scratch, including furniture and fixtures. Their artistic style is described as a patchwork, incorporating salvaged materials and collaborative design. Espace Aygo became a hub for creative experimentation, hosting events and art classes.
T MAGAZINE
Frieze Seoul 2024 merged art, fashion, and celebrity in the South Korean capital with exclusive fashion collaborations from smaller brands and global luxury brands presenting curated art shows to the community. While some criticized the focus on celebrity, it solidified Seoul's position as a global art and fashion hub, overshadowing even Seoul Fashion Week in terms of attention and impact.