2015 December : EXIT

DENNIS MORRIS – PIL

Posted on 2015-12-21

A presentation of rarely seen photographs and ephemera relating to the early stages of the band Public Image Ltd’s (PiL) design from 1978-79 with a focus on the design of the album Metal Box. Original band members included John Lydon (aka Johnny Rotten – vocals), Keith Levene (lead guitar), Jah Wobble (bass) and Jim Walker (drums). Working closely with photographer and designer Dennis Morris, the display explores the evolution of the band’s identity, from his influential journey to Jamaica with John Lydon in 1978 to the design of the iconic Metal Box.

Set against a backdrop of political and social upheaval in the UK, the years 1978-79 marked a period that hailed the end of the Sex Pistols and the subsequent shift from Punk to New Wave. Morris sought to capture this era by creating a strong visual identity for the band. His subsequent designs further aligned PiL with a style and attitude that announced a new chapter in music history.

Opposite – Group image on the roof of John Lydon’s home in Gunter Grove (1978)

Exhibition runs from March 23rd to May 15th, 2016

Institute of Contemporary Arts
The Mall
London
SW1Y 5AH

www.ica.org.uk

SAVAGES – ADORE

Posted on 2015-12-21

From the new Savages album “Adore Life”, out January 22, 2016.
Directed by Anders Malmberg with Lighting + Concept Design by Tobias Rylande.

savagesband.com

STEVE MCCURRY – INDIA

Posted on 2015-12-21

The exhibition showcases McCurry’s photographs of India in a museum for the first time, featuring a selection of 37 photographs of intriguing scenes of everyday life, including his early projects India by Rail and Monsoon. Many of the photographs on display are considered iconic in McCurry’s oeuvre, and some have never been seen by the public.

Known for his aesthetically beautiful and memorable photographs that transcend language, cultural, and geographic barriers, Steve McCurry is a widely respected contemporary American photographer who has traveled extensively since the late 1970s to document major political and social events. His exceptional use of color and ability to connect with his subjects has resulted in photographs that have captivated viewers worldwide, such as the photograph of an Afghan refugee with piercing green eyes, Sharbat Gula (1984), also referred to as the Afghan Girl, considered one of the most iconic images of our time.

Opposite – Boy and H, Harlem, 1961

Exhibition runs through to April 5th, 2016

The Rubin Museum of Art
150 West 17th Street
New York
10011
NY

www.icp.org

DAVID BOWIE – LAZARUS

Posted on 2015-12-21

“‘Lazarus” off David Bowie’s album Blackstar.
Directed by sometime Breaking Bad director Johan Renck.

davidbowie.com

WHERE TO INVADE NEXT

Posted on 2015-12-21

This is an expansive, rib-tickling, and subversive comedy in which Moore, playing the role of “invader,” visits a host of nations to learn how the U.S. could improve its own prospects. The creator of Fahrenheit 9/11 and Bowling for Columbine is back with this hilarious and eye-opening call to arms. Turns out the solutions to America’s most entrenched problems already existed in the world – they’re just waiting to be co-opted.

In theatres December 25th, 2015

wheretoinvadenext.com

OTHER PEOPLE’S CHILDREN

Posted on 2015-12-21

Reeling from the death of her famous father, filmmaker Samantha Trassler (Diane Marshall-Green) falls down the rabbit hole of PK (Chad Michael Murray), a charismatic homeless man who becomes the subject of her latest documentary. She is at loose ends until P.K. gives her renewed purpose. Their affair, however, threatens to tear apart the fabric of both of their lives.

In theatres December 25th, 2015