Culture
Video: Meet Raja the King, India’s very own Elvis
The Pelvis of Kharagpur — Raja Danapat is India's self-proclaimed “twin brother” of Elvis. Now 75, he lives his life following the guiding light of the late Elvis Presley.
Written by: Alex King
DIY legend Tim Kerr on living a creative life that transcends labels
Colouring outside the lines — As a formative influence in independent music, Big Boys founder Tim Kerr helped to develop styles varying from punk-funk to skate-rock. Yet the artist has always resisted categorisation, repeatedly asking: 'If self-expression has no boundaries, why do people keep putting labels on it?' This is the story of Kerr's journey as an artist and the responsibility that comes with it.
Written by: Erick Lyle
The Defiance Issue
Out Now — This year Huck is all about attitude. The energy, emotions and lenses on life that create connections across the divide. The Defiance Issue traces a jagged line across the globe, picking up voices of rebellion along the way.
Written by: HUCK HQ
How French commune La ZAD has become a symbol of resistance
Postcapitalism in practice — Ahead of a mass demonstration on February 27th, a 21st-century commune is sharing the story of its struggle against an international airport development.
Written by: Cian Traynor
In Pictures: Summer nights bathed in water and moonlight, where anything could happen
Last Days of Youth — Brooklyn's Bryan Derballa is using his eye as a photojournalist to document precious moments before they pass.
Written by: Bryan Derballa
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
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
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
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
Video: Everything you need to know about Bernie Sanders - in a hilarious bongo rap
Do the Bernie Bongo — YouTuber Matt Orfalea’s bongo rap tells you more about Bernie Sanders’ all-conquering presidential campaign than any nightly new report.
Written by: Alex King
