XEXPOSE: HARMONICA SUNBEAM
Photography/Director: Sailey Williams MUA: William Marshall Hair: Daniele Marinio Associate Editor(s) Sacha Azor Header Photo: Devon Cass When the idea for XEX to “Go Drag” the question then became “Who should we feature?” as there are so many popular NYC drag performers; as well as the queens of that popular drag show on LOGO. We then thought, who would we pay to see and tip heavily, that left us with non other than the Legendary Queen of Comedy Harmonica Sunbeam! Harmonica Sunbeam, The Legendary Queen of Comedy has been delighting audiences at nightclubs, cabarets, fundraising events and supermarket openings throughout the United States and abroad for over
Read More »MUSIC XEXPOSE: SWEDISH HOUSE MAFIA
Returning with what will undoubtedly be one of the biggest records of the summer, Swedish House Mafia have recently launched their official video for new single “Save The World.” The video has been up for just a few weeks and has already surpassed 10 millions views. “It’s one of the songs that came out of the studio sessions we had over here in L.A. this year,” Axwell told MTV News of the new indie-rock-infused track, which he promises is nothing like anything they’ve produced in the past. “I think a good thing is always to leave what you did there and start fresh,” he said.
Read More »VOGUE FEMM – a short dance film
XEX Magazine Presents: VOGUE FEMM – a short dance film Starring Dashaun “Evisu” Wesley of MTV’s America’s Best Dance Crew Director: Sailey Williams Grooming: Danny Deleno Wardrobe: Saira Huff Jewelry: LARUICCI Short presentation of the dance phenomenon “Vogue Femme”
Read More »MUSIC XEXPOSE: KIND MONITOR
Styling: Tori Famuyiwa Hair: Lawanda Pierre MUA: Madison Mills Photography/Director: Sailey Williams Associate Editor(s) Sacha Azor, Jordan Llanes Strategic Editor: Shae Fontaine Kind Monitor, founded by Joshua Aaron Guthals is a Brooklyn-based alternative indie rock band. XEX became aware of KM after seeing their video “Sharks” on LOGO’s Click List and was instantly captivated. Kind Monitors music immediately became a permanent addition to the XEX Magazine photo shoot playlist. We are so thrilled to have been able to work with KM on a photo shoot and video piece; check out our xexclusive interview in the video! Joshua Aaron Guthals a San Francisco native relocated to Brooklyn NY where
Read More »IRIS – SHORT FASHION FILM
Iris, starring supermodel and campaign star for Trussardi, MaxMara and DSquared2 Iris Strubegger. “All of my fashion films are named after the model,” says director Barnaby Roper, a photographer turned filmmaker whose previous work includes music videos for artists including Robyn and OK Go, as well as a series of edgy, adrenaline-packed and technologically innovative films for Nick Knight’s SHOWstudio. “I’m interested in showing these people… letting the viewer into the model,” he continues. “You never hear a model talk.” In a previous film with Natasa Vojnovic he changed all that, asking her to strip nude and reminisce about her upbringing
Read More »1GIRL5GAYS – JAKE MOSSOP & MATT BARKER
Photography: Sailey Williams Styling: Inoisell Miranda Grooming: Blue Michael Cosmetics Interview by Associate Editor Sacha Azor This past week, we had the chance to interview Matthew Barker and photograph and interview Jake Mossop, panelists on the LOGO show 1 Girl, 5 Gays, also broadcast on MTV Canada. 1 Girl, 5 Gays is a half-hour panel of one girl (Aliya-Jasmine) and five randomly selected gay men who discuss the taboo topics of love, sex and relationships. The panel of “5 gays” is an always-changing group of men, each having differing backgrounds and points of view. The show’s original concept was to do a panel of straight guys/couples
Read More »XEXPOSE: THE LADY IS DEAD… LONG LIVE THE QUEEN
THE LADY IS DEAD… LONG LIVE THE QUEEN Short Film By Director-Roy Raz Producers-Roy Raz and Eitan Tal Cinematography-Roman Linetsky Editor-Ornit Levi Styling-Gustavo Matias Franco Make up / Hair-Tomas Shemesh and Noga Tamir Post production-Assaf Yeger LOVE THIS! This video captures everything XEX is! Fashion, Art, Design, Bizarre! Love the pacing and the imagery vs. the music by The Irrepressibles. A MUST WATCH!
Read More »ERICKATOURE AVIANCE: PUMPS
Ericka Toure Aviance has been regarded as one of the most highly recognized drag performers in the United States since she made her first appearance in the NYC nightlife scene in 1999. Prior to Aviance success in New York City, she resided in Portsmouth, New Hampshire were she did not feel free to be herself. As a result, she always dreamed of being apart of the New York City life. In an Interview with Paper Magazine she moved to NYC not only for NYC nightlife, but to also have Freedom. Since Aviance’s arrival to NYC, she has been immensely successful. Aviance is currently a 2003 graduate from the
Read More »SHARON JONES & THE DAP KINGS: I LEARNED THE HARD WAY
Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings have come a long way since their humble beginnings nearly a decade ago. Steeped within the gilded and gritty sounds of gospel, soul and funk, this nine-piece Brooklyn collective has continued to electrify fans, disc jockeys, critics, record collectors, and bloggers the world-over with their authentic, heart-felt sound. The authenticity clearly demonstrated on the band’s three critically-acclaimed albums – Dap Dippin’ (2002), Naturally (2005) and 100 Days, 100 Nights (2007) – captured and released by the independent Daptone Records. Their albums recall an analog era led by iconic studios like those at Motown and Stax
Read More »XEX MAG: ISSUE 4 RELEASE PARTY – JULY 22ND
XEX MAGAZINE ISSUE 4: LAUNCH EVENT / INDUSTRY PARTY THURSDAY, July 22nd 2010 HOLLYWOOD THURSDAYS **Celebrating XEX MAGAZINE ISSUE 4** & **Editor in Chief /Fashion Photographer Sailey Williams’ Birthday ** RED CARPET & PRESS INTERVIEWS @ 9pm DJ ESCAPE HOSTED BY JEREMY XTRAVAGANZA Door by: Asif Glamour VIP by: Fernando Milan Co-Host: Yusef Xtravaganza, Sonia Cantore & Roze Black SoireesDoors Open 9pm. No cover before 11pm Reduced entry on the g-list DRINK SPECIALS FROM 9-11 for table reservations call: 646.425.1422 S.W. Lounge 547 W 27th Street (& 11th Ave) New York, NY GUEST LIST INFO: Everyone attending, get on the reduced guest list by sending your first/last name and number of additonal members in your party to:
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