Yves Breaks the Code
In a candid interview from Seoul, the singer talks about her recent tour, confronting trauma in her new video for “Break It feat. Lexie Liu,” working with underscores, and the…
FIA JAMES OPENS HER DIARY FOR SPOTLESS STATE OF MIND
photos /Bree Fish story / Shaila Fisher In the murky aftermath of a breakup where no one is truly to blame, the mind can easily become a relentless echo…
THE PROBLEM WAS NEVER LOVE: NXNNI ON SELF-WORTH AND HEALING
In a music scene increasingly challenged to move beyond labels, NXNNI has become one of the most compelling young artists emerging from Mexico’s new wave. Originally from Monterrey, the…
BIG OCEAN GOES TIDAL
With their third EP, The Greatest Battle, Big Ocean, K-pop’s first hearing-disabled group (they sign in three languages!) turns the tide, leveling up on concept and choreo. The New…
SOYOON: IN THE FLOW
Story / Christine Terrisse (@ms_terrisse) Creative Direction: Justin Ayers (@justinnayers) Photographer: Justin Ayers (@justinnayers) Lighting Designer / Digi Tech: Mike Anderson (@msa_photography) Photo Assistant: Jacob Telo (@jacob.telo) Hair & Makeup: Leticia Llesmin (@leticiallesmin)…
THE ACES ARE CERTIFIED GOLD IN NEW 70’S DISCO ERA
Creative Director & Photographer / Lauren Nakao Winn Creative Producer / Dakota Griffin Production Coordinator / Portia Rowley Video Director / Julius Gutierrez Assistant Camera / Cassidy McKenna Stylist /…
Rainy Days, California Ways: Inside Star Eyes’ New Album “Touch the Sky”
Star Eyes, formerly Kristen Lynn & The Foxgloves, is celebrated for its seamless blend of blues, rock, and Americana with a nostalgic touch. Their viral videos have earned them…
AMPERS&ONE IS GREAT
Creative Direction & Photography / Lauren Nakao Winn Words / Christine Terrisse Production Assist / Jovita Tedja Shot at DWNTWN Studio. “Why didn’t I get to know them sooner? AMPERS&ONE…
LABIT: SOL A DEBUT ALBUM ROOTED IN LOVE, FAMILY, AND FILIPINO-AMERICAN IDENTITY
After much anticipation, Filipino-American artist Labit finally unveils his debut album, “SOL.” This 18-track collection serves as a vessel for his stories, ranging from coming-of-age reflections to late-night confessions,…
RECESSION POP ROYALTY LA ROUX REINTRODUCES HERSELF WITH NEW SONIC ERA
Creative Director + Photos / Lauren Nakao Winn Stylist / Morgan Bienvenue Stylist Assist / Almanda Le HMUA / Lauren Simpson Story / Bri Ng Schwartz Shot at DWNTWN Studio.…
FRANKIE GRANDE IS HOTTER THAN HELL IN THE WAKE OF HOTEL ROCK BOTTOM’S RELEASE
Creative Director + Photos / Lauren Nakao Winn Video Director + Editor / Jon Bewley Stylist / William Noguchi HMUA / Monique Rinard Story / Bri Ng Schwartz Shot at…
LOLLAPALOOZA 2025: K-POP QUEENS, RISING POP STARS & VIRAL SENSATIONS RULE THE WINDY CITY
story / Bri Ng Schwartz photos / Lauren Nakao Winn Chicago’s Lollapalooza 2025 brought fans across genres and generations together for this weekend to remember. LADYGUNN caught up with pop-girls…