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My guest this week is photographer and creative director, James Harvey Kelly.You’ve seen his work in Ralph Lauren ads, Drake’s, P. Johnson and he’s help pioneer the resurgence of documentary-style photography in menswear.He’s one of the few photographers who’s become a style icon himself with his signature utility vests and cowboy hat, and he’s on the pod!James and I chat about his love of photography, his work in fashion, why he loves film, and his obsession with jazz. Last but not least, he shares what camera to start taking pictures with.**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra 

My guest this week is the founder and frontman of the two-time Grammy award-winning band Vampire Weekend, Ezra Koenig.Ezra and I discuss the world of menswear and the connection of prep and gorp culture, why he loves Trey Anastasio, the importance of taking a fit pic every day, music styles colliding, the upcoming Vampire Weekend record, and the future of Gorp music.Vampire Weekend**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.And the Zodiac Sea Wolf GMT 'Crystal' Topper Edition from Topper Jewelers. **Want even more Blamo? Join the  BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more

This week's guests are Chris Black and Jason Stewart, hosts of the "the bi-coastal elite podcast" How Long Gone.Chris and Jason discuss their nonstop podcast life, test shots, where did Jake Davis go, living bi-coastal, hanging with Phoebe Bridgers, Daft Punk's breakup, and which one of them is Paul Simon. Last but not least, we chat, taking the show on the road.**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.and Sperry Top Sider - Sign up and win some dope kicks!**Want even more Blamo? Join the  BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more

Josh Peskowitz has been through it all and has arrived at his true calling.His resume reads like a greatest hits tour of menswear and fashion, from the early days of the Fader, men.style.com, to Fashion Director of Bloomingdales, co-founding Magasin, and VP of Fashion for Moda Operandi. And now, he’s guiding brands the way he always has with The Untitled Group.Josh and I chat about navigating careers, how he’s helping brands get into retail, dope pet names, and finding yourself beyond a LinkedIn post.It’s Blamo! Extra and Josh Peskowitz is back!**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra

My guest this week is Erlend Øye.He’s a singer, songwriter, and musician known for his own music, legendary DJ sets, the electronic, non-electronic band, The Whitest Boy Alive, but to many, he’s one half of the acoustic duo from Bergen, Norway, Kings of Convenience. Their first album, Quiet is the New Loud released in 2001 and caught the entire industry off guard. Softly spoken, beautiful harmonies with lyrics incredibly specific yet perfectly vague. Music that, for me, not only influenced my life but brought me out of my hometown to New York. Kings of Convenience recently released their new album Peace or Love after a 12-year hiatus. And it picks up…exactly where they left off. Softly spoken, beautiful, intimate, and in a way, precisely what I want in my ears these days.Erlend and I discuss how different projects are essential for his mental health, why Kings of Convenience took over a decade off, how the digital age of music affects promotion, his take on fashion, and their Oblique Strategies for songwriting.LINKSKings of ConvenienceQuarantine at El Ganzo "Lockdown Blues""Lujon" by Henry Mancini "Ask for Help" **Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.And the Zodiac Sea Wolf GMT 'Crystal' Topper Edition from Topper Jewelers. **Want even more Blamo? Join the  BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more

Over the past year, many folks have picked up a new hobby, golf! Yes, golf. The game that everyone loves – And also loves to hate. The classic socially distanced sport of golf grew more in 2020 than it had in 17 years. And one group that has everyone raving with excitement is Random Golf Club. This week we're joined by the founder Erik Anders Lang.Erik discusses the origins of Random Golf Club, his background in photo and film, hanging with Takashi Murakami, getting fits off on the course, and how the image of golf is not the reality of it.RGC - YouTube ChannelAdventures in Golf**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.and Sperry Top Sider - Sign up and win some dope kicks!**

Garden style is everywhere, and Master Gardener Jon Moy returns to refuse the credit for starting it.We talk about his big move to Portland, why everyone is obsessed with growing plants, folks getting into mushrooms, Monty Don fits, and Erowid.**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra

My guest this week is literally a curator of vibes. He’s the music director for the Chateau Marmont, founder of StudioNeu, and the host of the podcast Are We on Air, Arman Naféei.Arman and I chat about his life and music career, the international music scene, the importance of ambiance, and how he wound up having chats with folks like Jane Birkin and David Byrne on his pod. Last but not least, we chat why you should change every lightbulb you have in your house.Are We On AirStudioNeu**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.And the Zodiac Sea Wolf GMT 'Crystal' Topper Edition from Topper Jewelers. **Want even more Blamo? Join the  BlamFam on Patreon and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more

This week's guest is Fabio Attanasio of The Bespoke Dudes and the young voice of Italian bespoke tailoring.You all wanted to talk suits? He's here. You know him from his immaculate style but more for how he's helped make the world of Italian tailoring more welcoming, approachable, and eternal.Fabio and I discuss his journey and approach to bespoke tailoring, growing with collaborators, working with Omega, becoming an eyewear king, and saving the future of tailoring.InstagramTBD Eyewear**Sponsored by Standard & Strange – Get the facts on denim here.Seiko x Rowing Blazers Sperry Top Sider - Sign up and get some dope kicks**

Since 2007, Simon Crompton has been chronicling the world of menswear and teaching countless folks about how to dress and express themself on his website Permanent Style. He’s written extensive articles and books about bespoke suit making, footwear, you name it. Simon understands the luxury and menswear world in a very distinct way. And now he’s back…Simon and I discuss mental health, creating balance, the casual evolution of wardrobes, and how Permanent Style has become its own brand.Last but not least, we discuss how previously small menswear brands have grown and how that growth has affected their early clients.It’s Blamo! Extra and Simon Crompton is BACK**Listen to the entire episode on Blamo! Extra