The Swedish synthpop duo Ashbury Heights recently released their new single “Cutscenes”, where they join forces with Danny Blu. We discuss not only the said release or the cooperation with Danny, but also the band’s approach to music-making, video making, and the general evolution of musicians as artists.
Read MoreShortly after our exclusive interview with the band, we had the great pleasure of reuniting with 6XT7, the LA-based goth trap metal band for the promotion of their new single and music video “Pierce”.
Read MoreThe Summer 2021 Issue of Auxiliary, a magazine dedicated to subculture fashion, music, and lifestyle, features Gary Numan on the cover, Nona Limmen, Kelly Eden, Our Darling, Jessica Haze, AleXa, Aliice, Starkers Corsetry, Myles Sexton, Constantine Latting, Kuro, Reikon DeVore, fashion and beauty editorials, reviews, and more.
Read MoreLimbo, the new newest album by goth, darkwave masters Clan of Xymox is one of the darkest, most pessimistic albums of the formation. Past pandemic months were not easy for anyone, no surprise then that the albums released during the time do not actually exude optimism. We asked Ronny Moorings, the frontman of the band, about how he had been past few months and about his thoughts and emotions that are reflected on Limbo.
Read MoreACTORS are really speeding up as far as their musical efforts are concerned. With the release of two new singles, “Only Lonely” and “Strangers”, a new album Acts of Worship to be out in October, and a North American tour to kick off on September 9th they are as creative as busy. Set in fine sonic stylistics and old school aesthetics, they add a new, fresh vibe to what you know as post-punk. We talked with Jason Corbett, the band’s frontman, about the upcoming tour, new release, video making, and if they are planning to become real actors.
Read MoreAuxiliary first interviewed artist Juha Arvid Helminen prior to the Summer 2020 Issue, when Covid was a new problem and no one had any idea how long it would be around or whether a vaccine was even possible. Skip ahead one year and here we are, with some parts of the world gradually opening back up or vaguely hopeful to do that soon, other places not even close, and many still cautious. However, art and creativity persist, sometimes even thriving in isolation. Juha Arvid Helminen is still working, but on a different medium than we covered in the Summer 2020 Issue.
Read MoreBy the end of March last year, most of the world was locking down and that included the clubs. Like previous streams Auxiliary has featured, Obscura Undead understood the need and quickly launched a Twitch stream to pair with their YouTube channel. In this Stream Spotlight we interview Azy, one of the main forces behind Obscura Undead.
Read MoreThe Spring 2021 Issue of Auxiliary, a magazine dedicated to alternative fashion, music, and lifestyle, features Gaiapatra on the cover, Roshar, Black Angel, 6XT7, Vesmedinia, Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab, It Is Known, Alice Gift, Bedless Bones, The Secret French Postcards, Lip Service, Crisiswear, fashion and beauty editorials, reviews, and more.
Read MoreRecently director Liisa Ladouceur released a new 40 Years of Goth Style YouTube video, 40 Years of Goth Style: Global Remake. Liisa and four of the video’s featured models found time to trade messages with Auxiliary Magazine about the creation of this new video, some gatekeeping and obstacles encountered within subculture, and what brings them joy.
Read MoreThe Winter 2020 Issue of Auxiliary, a magazine dedicated to alternative fashion, music, and lifestyle, features Heather Galipo aka CrowJane on the cover, Angela Benedict, Ulorin Vex, Art by Andi, Kaufen Apparel, Dynammo, Trap Girl, S Y Z Y G Y X, fashion and beauty editorials, reviews, and more.
Read MoreAlice Gift, former member of Berlin-based Velvet Condom and Liste Noir, releases his debut solo album Alles Ist Gift and we have the premiere of his new music video “Blue is Not Your Color”.
Read MoreWith the major changes the pandemic has brought about, many creatives have switched gears, started new businesses, and developed new skills. Toronto, Canada based makeup artist Melissa Nicholl channeled her creativity into a new craft, macrame, and used her business skills to launch Mystical Twists. We talked with her about the new endeavor and gained some insight into the new ways people are creating and living.
Read MoreJakarta-based Camlann are creating a buzz for themselves as some of the youngest producers of contemporary post-punk. As seen in the Emerging feature of our Fall 2020 Issue, here’s a closer look at the band and their music.
Read MoreWe interviewed Matt Fanale aka Caustic about the HaLo 2020 compilation, the goals of its release, and the impact of Bandcamp Fridays.
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