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Speaking as a female, we wear plaits (braids) as a daily style because we like it OR to just get hair out of our face for a while. But it's just a hairstyle and Madonna can wear it for as long as she wants when she wants. Why does it matter?? Hers aren't even tight enough for them to cause problems, and it takes a long time for that to happen 🙄

Speaking as a female, we wear plaits (braids) as a daily style because we like it OR to just get hair out of our face for a while. But it's just a hairstyle and Madonna can wear it for as long as she wants when she wants. Why does it matter?? Hers aren't even tight enough for them to cause problems, and it takes a long time for that to happen 🙄

Speaking as a female, we wear plaits (braids) as a daily style because we like it OR to just get hair out of our face for a while. But it's just a hairstyle and Madonna can wear it for as long as she wants when she wants. Why does it matter?? Hers aren't even tight enough for them to cause problems, and it takes a long time for that to happen 🙄

Speaking as a female, we wear plaits (braids) as a daily style because we like it OR to just get hair out of our face for a while. But it's just a hairstyle and Madonna can wear it for as long as she wants when she wants. Why does it matter?? Hers aren't even tight enough for them to cause problems, and it takes a long time for that to happen 🙄

Speaking as a female, we wear plaits (braids) as a daily style because we like it OR to just get hair out of our face for a while. But it's just a hairstyle and Madonna can wear it for as long as she wants when she wants. Why does it matter?? Hers aren't even tight enough for them to cause problems, and it takes a long time for that to happen 🙄

Mine didn't come in a cardboard folder this time. It was just shoved in a big box with paper. Has two splits on the plastic sleeve

There was a Dita look at the new Dolce & Gabbana show today. There were also some looks inspired by Aaliyah.
 

I'm reading some of these comments and I'm just like:
Why does it make you so angry? Alright, it's not her greatest work, but move on? Why the repeated comments? What's it's use? 
I feel like some ppl on here are WAY to invested in the artist Madonna. Like, I love her. I have her tattooed on my arm for God sakes. But I don't put her up on a pedestal to the point where it's gonna cause ME so much negativity in my life. I feel at that point, if a stranger; the artist makes you that upset -- it's time to say goodbye.

Rocco Ritchie Explains His Artmaking Process
We spoke to the artist about his alias, Rhed, and why he felt ready to come forward as Rocco in 2022

 

 



The British-American artist Rocco Ritchie, or Rhed, is described by his gallerist as “classically trained in fine art from the age of sixteen.” Rhed embarked on his academic path, studying between New York and London, providing him with his recognisable and distinct painting style. Drawing inspiration from the likes of the early 20th century expressionists, Rhed admires the lifestyle of an artist just as much as the art. After several years of schooling and participating in small, private exhibitions, Rocco has now gone on to establish his independence by co-founding his gallery Maison Rhed with two friends. He credits leaving New York as good motivation. “Moving to London had a huge effect on me. It was the perfect moment; I was shifting gears from a teenage boy to a young man and it pushed me to focus on my passion but to also get out of my comfort zone. I was fortunate enough to know what I wanted to do at a young age and once I had settled into art school, it kick-started my work.”
 
Before he was discovered to be the artist Rhed himself, the public knew him not only as a second generation of a superstar but also as a sartorial enthusiast. In his eyes, clothing is the perfect way for the wearer to express who they are just like an artist would express themselves through their work. “I think clothing can be a projection of the artist and what they’re inspired by. The photographer Cecil Beaton is one of my biggest style icons and in the 1930s he produced some of the best aesthetic photography for both fashion and art. Salvador Dali was a fabulous painter and distinctively well-dressed. I’ve always tried to present myself to be more than just an artist, to be bold and make a statement, even when I’m not painting. It’s what brought me to wearing a suit, which is usually considered to be a mundane item of dress, but to know what goes on behind making it is where the art lies. It took a tailoring apprenticeship for me to find that out and I’ve got to tell you, I have a tremendous amount of respect for those who design and create clothes.  

In 2018, Rocco Ritchie enrolled at Central Saint Martins, where he studied fine art before moving on to the Royal Drawing School. He confesses that it has been a long learning process. Art requires time to soak in, and it cannot be mastered overnight. “It certainly helped growing up in a house that was passionate about art and culture. Neither of my parents are painters, but both are artists in their own right and they taught me to appreciate and respect it. Their shared fascination eventually piqued my interest and since I can remember I’ve always been surrounded by it.”
 
Rhed is open about his influences, and much like his dress sense, he favours the past over the present. “My favourite artists are sadly all dead. In my opinion, the greatest art movement was probably in early 20th century Europe. The world had never seen such beautiful and contrasting work. But perhaps it is easier to be lost and distracted in this day and age and I wonder if that standard of art existed because of the dedication that was required to paint it. I enjoy modern art, and I feel it’s necessary to consume as much as you can, yet I’m rarely as inspired by it. I think to be a brilliant painter requires discipline, much like a musician or an athlete, you’ve got to earn it.”
Rhed currently paints from his studio in West London. Earlier in May, Maison Rhed curated their first solo exhibition which he says took a year to produce. “The process behind my work is constantly changing because I’m constantly learning. I figured I’d embrace my inconsistencies rather than resent them. I think when you start being too sure of yourself and too certain about your work then the progress stops, and when it came to the exhibition, I had already prepared for the criticism, that’ll always be one inevitability that never disappears.”
Rocco Ritchie’s journey as an artist started under the name of Rhed; a topic which caused a stir this year when it was revealed that he chose to paint under an alias instead of his real name. What was the reason for debuting anonymously? “Rhed is just a name. The only real meaning and importance of that were so my life and my career weren’t confusing each other, especially at a point where I haven’t earned the title yet. It’s not that I don’t feel proud to be who I am, on the contrary, I couldn’t be prouder of my parents and what they’ve achieved and in turn taught me. I just needed enough time to develop and experience my own lessons just like they did, without the extreme public judgement. Rhed was a mask until it wasn’t.”
As for his plans over the next few years, and if he is having another show? “I’m not in a rush, currently taking everything one step at a time. I am head down in the studio, working on commissions, tackling new things and getting better at old things. I’ll think about shows later.”
Photographer: Arnaldo Anaya-Lucca @ De Facto Inc
Stylist: David Nolan @ Monday Artists
Text: Monica Ng
Art Director: Jack O’Donnell
Digital Tech : Alex Cornes
Talent: Rocco Ritchie
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Well for the 40th anniversary of Everybody we don’t know yet what’s in store. It’s certainly going to be more. The Everybody disc is just for RSD but that doesn’t mean this is all. 
As for Madonnas involvement, wether you like the product or not, she was very involved in FEL. She handpicked the tracks, the covers and was in the studio for the remastering.
I just feel like people here read too much in their official announcements and expect the vaults to be wide open and get tons of previously unreleased material within a year. 
I think this is just unrealistic to expect. Especially in the beginning. I think they’re starting off more conservative and expand little by little according to feedback.
Look at the rollout of the remixes on streaming. They started out with just the main mixes and then they started adding more and more rarities. 

https://recordstoreday.com/SpecialRelease/15629
 

In the past if i've missed out on an item for RSD in a record shop i've usually been able to find it here
https://www.banquetrecords.com

This vinyl reissue celebrates the 40th anniversary of Madonna’s debut single, “Everybody,” released on October 6, 1982. Originally produced by Mark Kamins, the single includes 12” and dub versions of the track, both newly remastered. Also features brand new sleeve artwork, exclusive to this anniversary release.    

It's back up at HMV
https://store.hmv.com/Store/Music/Vinyl/Erotica-30th-Anniversary-Picture-Disc-Vinyl

Looks like Amazon UK are now getting ready for preorders. This page appeared this morning although it's still 'Currently unavailable' 
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BDMZQNB8/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?crid=24RWBNJB8EO8F&keywords=erotica+picture+disc+madonna&qid=1662963185&sprefix=erotica+picture+disk+madonna+%2Caps%2C100&sr=8-5

Looks like Amazon UK are now getting ready for preorders. This page appeared this morning although it's still 'Currently unavailable' 
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BDMZQNB8/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?crid=24RWBNJB8EO8F&keywords=erotica+picture+disc+madonna&qid=1662963185&sprefix=erotica+picture+disk+madonna+%2Caps%2C100&sr=8-5

This is such a good release don't forget it was never officially released a lot of people haven't had the chance to own this unless they're willing to spend 4 figure sums for it.
Too many people here moaning all the time about every release, it's not a demo, it's not a box set with Madonna's pubes in, if you don't like it don't buy it's that simple!
So far all the releases have been perfect for Vinyl collectors even FEL CD set was good but it's the same people pissing on people's parade  all the time.