Cool Hunting
| 30 June 2005view entries from: this week | this month | view previous day | view next day |
Country Soul: Brandi Carlile
by Ari Bendersky
Move over Shelby. Step aside Sheryl. There’s a new roots-rockin’ girl in town. And her name is Brandi Carlile. Sure, she may sound like a porn star at first glance of her name, but give her self-titled debut a whirl and porn is the furthest thing from your mind. With hints of Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn and Dolly Parton, this 23-year-old singer-songwriter has the chops, the licks and the downright dirty writing skills to take on the alt-country, heck, the country, world.
Her deep, gutsy voice grabs you from the start. None of this light and lofty nonsense propelled by bubblegum popsters like Britney or Jessica Simpson. This is one 20something that has a drive and determination that will likely provide her with a longstanding career, like some her of musical heroes including Janis, Bruce and even Buckley.
PAL Fashion Colors
by Ami Kealoha
By now we've all seen Tivoli's iPAL, the portable iPod amp with an AM/FM radio and decent sound. Up until now most have come in white versions that match the hegemonic look of their counterparts. For Summer, Tivoli intoduces the PAL Fashion Colors, a series of four different shades that coordinate well with beachwear. Also, look out for the iSongbook in Fall, another portable AM/FM radio with a recharging iPod dock. Now how about a stereo version?
Vans Mt. Edition Low "S" Canvas Series
by Josh Rubin
The new Syndicate series from Vans brings some freshness to 4 classic models. Each model includes a super sturdy build featuring a new foot bed and added foam padding in the upper. Color variations and artist collaborations are added to the mix as well. My favorite is the MT. Edition Low was originally developed in Japan as a BMX / Mountain Bike shoe. Fully functional and a bit stylish, this model has a velcro toe closure to protect laces from pedals and colorful contrasting laces.
Hit Crooked Tongues for the full details.
On the Down Low
by Parker Hutchinson
For those who prefer to lounge near the ground, the Long Low Table from Area Linens is a dream come true. It's dimensionally perfect for bed-front placement, but can work equally well as an occasional table in Eastern-influenced living rooms. Surround this walnut-veneered piece with a sea of floor pillows and enjoy your tea or toddy in stylish, low-altitude bliss. The table is purchasable from Velocity Art & Design for $240.
