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In Pictures: The Japanese photographers who revolutionised the aesthetic of protest

Between protest and performance, 1960 – 1975 — In post-war Japan, photographers were at the heart of the battle to define the shape of their evolving nation.

Written by: Alex King

Culture

The zine exploring the world's graffiti – one colour at a time

Fifty Shades of Spray — Artist and designer Herbert Lemon is the man behind Fifty Shades of Spray – a pocket-sized, colour-themed zine that combines his love for local and international street graffiti with the pop energy of vintage DIY zines. Huck spoke to Herbert to talk about his one-man operation.

Written by: Adam White

Culture

In Pictures: Kurt Cobain’s most personal possessions

Cobain Unseen — Photographer Geoff Moore was given rare access to the vault containing Kurt’s intimate belongings.

Written by: Alex King

Music

Neko Case on punk rock and the importance of staying independent

"Not working is a talent. I don't have it." — Neko Case found a home in indie rock when she was fifteen. And she still sees independence as a privilege. Neko spoke to Huck to walk us through her journey from teen runaway to acclaimed indie musician.

Written by: Casey Jarman

Film

Five things we learned from Harmony Korine in London

“Have you ever watched YouPorn? More that.” — As Harmony Korine unveils a new exhibition of paintings at the Gagosian Gallery, the cult director gave a talk at the Southbank Centre to a rowdy audience. Here’s what went down.

Written by: Joshua Gabert-Doyon

Art

Talking change with Swoon, whose art helps us see beyond the damage man creates

Forged in the fire of change — Caledonia Curry aka Swoon was raised in a family of heroin addicts, but her tough upbringing only hardened her resolve to spread positivity. Now she’s helping to resurrect the impoverished town of Braddock, Pennsylvania, through an ambitious art-driven renovation project.

Written by: Andrea Kurland

Music

How ‘80s soundsystem culture gave birth to Bristol’s thriving musical underground

Born in the fires of struggle — Jabulani Ngozi of the Black Roots and author Richard King reflect on how a radical spirit of resistance in the 1980s shaped the city’s unique music culture.

Written by: Alex King

Culture

On Valentines Day, eight ways pop culture showed us you’d be better off alone

Huck still loves you — Agitated by the constant reminder that it's Valentine's Day this week? Don't worry, popular culture has long been telling you all about the misery love and marriage ultimately brings. To celebrate, Huck brings you a collection of cultural touchstones that teach you that it's sometimes far easier to be alone.

Written by: Adam White

Film

Video: Discover the birthplace of modern Los Angeles in 360-degree virtual reality

Tom Explores LA — Rebel tour guide Tom Carroll skates along the LA river to find the birthplace of modern LA - the confluence of the Arroyo Seco and Los Angeles River.

Written by: Alex King

Music

For Toro y Moi, flipping burgers can make dreams come true

From fast food to slow jams — As Toro y Moi, Chaz Bundick makes laid-back music primed for the beach. His career is like one life-long hobby. And he worked every shitty job to find his way here.

Written by: Andrew Paynter

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