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For the final episode of i-Dentity, Honey Dijon unpacks her incredible story (so far), from her musical upbringing in Chicago and early immersion in its mythologised house scene to the status she currently enjoys as one of the world’s most in-demand DJs and producers. Listen now at https://lnkd.in/eynjMvPw 🎧 Interview Mahoro Seward All images courtesy of Honey Dijon Supported by eBay

In episode 9 of the i-Dentity podcast, designer of the moment Casey Cadwallader discusses his journey to becoming the creative director of MUGLER, his lifelong relationship with dance, his love for techno, and his pioneering approach to casting. Listen now at https://lnkd.in/eJb7XkSg 🎧 Interview Mahoro Seward All images MUGLER Supported by eBay

Will AI kill the music industry? 🤖 🎶 On 30 April, FKA Twigs appeared in front of a US senate judiciary committee, stressing the importance of artists having control over how their likeness is used. She argued that AI could be used positively, and that she plans to roll out a deep-fake AI version of herself to communicate with fans on social media, so she can “spend more time making art”. But her voice and likeness being used without her consent, specifically for others to make AI-fuelled art with, she said, was “not acceptable”, and she blamed an “absence of appropriate legislative control” for that becoming commonplace. The rapid progression of artificial intelligence in creative spaces has cleaved the industry in half: where some see opportunity, others see exploitation. But it’s not so clear cut between good and evil, artists and corporate overlords. Giants like YouTube have tested AI-fuelled music cloning tools – a revelation that led to over 200 artists including Billie Eilish and Nicki Minaj, to sign an open letter condemning the practise, calling it "predatory". According to NBC, Drake had previously stated on Instagram that an AI-generated clip of him covering "Munch" by Ice Spice was "the final straw" for AI. Drake is also racking up criticism for using an AI-generated Tupac verse in his Kendrick Lamar diss track ‘Taylor Made Freestyle’, which has since been wiped from the internet following a cease and desist from Tupac’s estate. They called the track “a blatant abuse of the legacy of one of the greatest hip-hop artists of all time”. Kendrick responded with his own diss track ‘Euphoria’, on which he asked: “Am I battlin’ ghost or AI?”, referring both to Drake’s since-deleted song. Not everyone is against it though: Grimes called these technological advances a leveller and an “opportunity” for artists. She even tweeted “split 50% royalties on any successful AI generated song that uses my voice”, and gave permission for her voice to be used “without penalty”. What do you think? #music #AI #fkatwigs #USsenate

In episode 8 of the i-Dentity podcast, otherworldly style icons Fecal Matter discuss their journey to self-acceptance and uncompromising self-expression, the impact of bringing their alien aesthetic into everyday contexts, and being part of the Rick Owens family. Listen now at https://lnkd.in/efc5x4UH 🎧 Interview Mahoro Seward All images Fecal Matter Supported by eBay

According to a new study by Vestiaire Collective, fast fashion just ain't it 👗 ❌ Taking a deep dive into the shopper habits of 13,400 research participants, Vestiaire Collective reached some alarming home truths. “Fast fashion is a false economy. Buying cheap, fast fashion is deceptive – in the end, you end up paying twice if not more,” says Dounia Wone, Chief Impact Officer at Vestiaire Collective, in the report. Vestiaire found that, based on cost-per-wear, it’s actually 33% cheaper to invest in vintage, rather than rely on fast fashion. In the long run, for example, a fast-fashion coat costs £4.16 per wear, while one sourced from Vestiaire works out at £1.40. In fact, the platform’s shoppers were found to wear their shoes 30% more times than fast-fashion shoppers – and their bags 45% more. On average, pre-loved items get 76% more wear than your bog-standard fast-fashion item. Of course, shopping more mindfully is easier said than done – especially under the time constraints of life in late capitalism. We’re not pointing fingers! The question remains: are you willing to make the switch from Klarna impulse cops to archival Prada? #fashion #fastfashion #vintage

Happy Earth Day! 🌍 We look back to Friday 12th April 2019 when i-D attended the London School Strike For Climate to ask strikers to create their very own i-D A to Z. #earthday #climate

In Episode 7 of the i-Dentity podcast, Diplo – one of the world’s most prolific producers and DJs – discusses his subcultural roots, his journey to the heights of the industry, his thoughts on music’s cultural appropriation conversation, and how the internet has allowed subculture to thrive. Listen now at https://podcasts.i-d.co/ Interview Mahoro Seward All images Diplo Supported by eBay

In Episode 6 of the i-Dentity podcast, Bruce LaBruce – one of modern cinema’s best acclaimed queer punk provocateurs – discusses queercore, his journey as a filmmaker, unsimulated sex scenes as sociopolitical commentary, and the significance behind some of his films’ most shocking moments. 🎧 Listen now: https://podcasts.i-d.co/ Interview by Mahoro Seward All images Bruce LaBruce Supported by eBay

In Episode 4 of the i-Dentity podcast, we’re joined by fashion designer and subculture connoisseur #MartineRose, known around the world for her distinctly London vision. Martine discusses her extraordinary career, unconventional upbringing in South London, and why subculture and nightlife will always be a focus of her work. 🎧 Listen now: https://podcasts.i-d.co/

East London’s LN-CC has reopened its physical retail space on Shacklewell Lane after being closed for four years with a brand new look! 🪩 We got a first look inside and spoke with Buying and Creative Director Reece Crispin to find out more about the Gary Card-designed retail and club space and what the store re-opening means for London. #fashion