5 of the Craziest Collaboration Beers with Bands
A band's reputation for partying becomes s vital part of its mythos. And, if you're really good at partying, apparently you can have your own brand of beer.
Every Kid at Heart Needs This Hot Wheels Coffee Table Book
Three hundred pages of Hot Wheels history and a personal homage from Mario Andretti make up the new Hot Wheels coffee table book released by Assouline Publishers. Here's a peek inside.
Travel Playlist: Tunes to Listen to While on the Move
This playlist was designed to soothe one's soul while traveling (particularly the airborne variety) during the initial two and a half hours of your journey.
Grooming Playlist: Music to Help a Man Get Ready in the Morning
The Manual has whipped up the perfect playlist to serve as the soundtrack to your morning grooming routine, from the shower to the shave.
Shaken and Stirred: A Mixologist’s Mixtape
This Spotify playlist has been mixed to provide maximum ambiance for all of your bartending and cocktail-sipping needs. It's on the lighter side of funkiness to help you get your head nodding and your wheels greased (without ever getting too crazy).
Channeling Hemingway’s Last Road Trip Through the New Buick Regal Avenir
Times do indeed change, but here are two things that never do: the call of the American road trip and a thoughtfully designed vehicle to take it in. We indulged in both while spinning through Michigan's wooded Charlevoix county, where we were treated to a first look at the new Buick Regal Avenir.
Music to Cook to: A Contemplative Culinary Playlist
Listening to music while working your culinary magic provides the same joy as a meal paired with the perfect wine. Here's our ultimate cooking playlist.
New Music Preview: Kamasi Washington, Neko Case, and Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever
What are we listening to this month? The new albums from groundbreaking saxophonist Kamasi Washington and indie rock star and New Pornographer Neko Case, plus the must hear debut full-length from Australia's Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever.
Get Folk-ed Up On Bob Dylan’s New Whiskey Line: Heaven’s Door Spirits
Folk singer-songwriter Bob Dylan, in partnership with Spirits Investment Partnership (SIP), has launched Heaven’s Door Spirits, a unique line of whiskey. This marks Dylan's first consumer brand partnership in over 50 years.
What Guys Should Wear to a Music Festival (That Isn’t Cheesy or Cheap)
Make your next music festival your most stylish yet with our guide to the best clothes and accessories for guys that don't look cheap or cheesy. No mesh shirts or bro-ho fringe, please.
4 Cocktail Recipes Inspired by Your Favorite Books
Adelaide's Bibliotheca Bar and Book Exchange shared some delicious cocktail recipes based on best-selling novels, including Harry Potter, Lolita, Don Quixote, and Memoirs of a Geisha.
Lil Yachty Chats Braids, Body Wash, and Being Yourself
We caught up with Lil Yachty to chat about his signature red hair, how he keeps up with his personal style, and his new work with Axe.
Savannah Music Festival Unveils Signature Beer for 2018
The Savannah Music Festival has once again teamed up with local brewers Southbound Brewing Co. to craft a 2018 flagship beer. Meet Rollin’ & Tumblin’ Vol. 2., an update to the two brands' previous collaboration by the same name.
New Music Preview: Franz Ferdinand, Belle and Sebastian, and Brandi Carlile
February 2018 has plenty of new album releases lined up, but the three we're most excited about are records from Franz Ferdinand, Belle and Sebastian, and Brandi Carlile.
‘Baby Driver’ Star Ansel Elgort Teases EP (and Jamie Fox Thinks It’s Fire)
Ansel Elgort teased the music video of his new EP 'Supernova' via Instagram, and even Jamie Fox agrees it's straight fire.
New Music Preview: Calexico, Cadence Weapon, and First Aid Kit
January 2018 has plenty of new album releases lined up, but the three we're most excited about are records from Calexico, Cadence Weapon, and First Aid Kit.
These Swanky Black and Copper Klipsch Speakers Look as Good as They Sound
If you're looking to upgrade your sound system, you need to consider the Klipsch Reference Theater Pack, a balance between high-quality sound and design.
Ditch the Cords with Shure’s New Noise-Isolating Wireless Earbuds
Shure has merged its noise-isolating tech with the wireless earbud trend to introduce two new pairs of Bluetooth headphones: the SE112 and SE 125.
Avoid the Overpriced Beer and Watch the Austin City Limits Music Festival Here Instead
Not everyone can attend the Austin City Limits Music Festival. Thankfully, Red Bull TV is offering an ACL festival live stream of weekend one (October 6-8).
Yamaha R-N803 Wireless Receiver is For Digital and Analog Audiophiles Alike
Get the high-resolution audio setup that your music collection deserves with the newly launched Yamaha R-N803 wireless stereo receiver.
Lollapalooza 2017: Our Must See Artists
Lollapalooza 2017 happens August 3-6. Check out The Manual's list of the top five must See artists for Chicago's biggest summer music festival.
Portugal. The Man’s Eighth Album “Woodstock” Adds More Pop Influence to the Mix
Portugal. The Man's new album finds the band adding a new Top 40 element to its psych pop-rock sound and featuring a variety of sounds and guests.
Master & Dynamic Headphones for Bloomingdales Top Our Must-Have List
Master & Dynamic tapped men's fashion designers John Varvatos, Michael Kors, and more for a craft headphone collection for Bloomingdales.
Shine a Light: Billy Bragg & Joe Henry on the Railway
In which Billy Bragg and Joe Henry attempt to capture the spirit of the American rail road through song.
Shinola Launches The Runwell Turntable for True Audiophiles
Shinola & VPI collaborated on The Shinola Runwell turntable. It includes VPi-developed components and is a limited run of 500 pieces. Get it while you can.
SVS’ new 16- Ultra subwoofer will Force your Foundation to Flex
SVS has long made some of the finest subwoofers available. Now, its already outstanding Ultra subwoofer series get two new member, sure to rock your house.
Spin your wax on a cushion of air with this levitating turntable
If you love vinyl but you want a more futuristic look, the gravity-defying, fricition-free Mag-Lev Audio turntable might be right up your alley.
Celebrate America’s Space Program with Galactic Golden Vinyl
Ozma Records has compiled the Voyager Golden Record into a 3-disc vinyl collection. This Galactic set is now available through their Kickstarter.
7 Bluegrass and Roots Rock Bands To Check Out in 2016
The Bluegrass Situation’s Executive Director Amy Reitnouer tells us the top acts to check out in 2016
A Need For Speed: Lamborghini Supercars
Lamborghini Supercars: 50 Years is here. The book is a complete guide to that car you've always wanted.
Q&A with David Gelles author of Mindful Work
New York Times Reporter David Gelles discusses mindfulness and mediation.
Breweries and Art Collide: Fort George, The Commons, Plazm
When two of our favorite breweries announced a collaboration, we knew something special was on our way, but we weren't expecting this.
New Music Monday: Meet Ages & Ages
Introducing New Music Monday featuring Ages and Ages from Portland, Oregon!
Skip Songs, Not Class with DJ Scratch Academy
DJ Scratch Academy will help you become the next international DJ in six short weeks!
The Manual Meets The Lonely Island
The Lonely Island, the hilarious music trio behind "Lazy Sunday", "I'm on a Boat" and other SNL digital shorts has finally released their third album which is titled "The Wack Album". The Manual was lucky enough to meet with the trio to discuss their comedic influences, their success, and their long time friendship.
Levi’s 501 Interpretations
501 Interpretations is the exciting new photography book by the iconic denim brand Levi's, commemorating 140 years in the business.
A Handmade Tale
Image used with permission by copyright holder It seems as though everybody is going “green” these days. The obsession is deeper than the subject of global warming and the importance of recycling. Designers, contractors, and architects are always looking for new and innovative ways to advance the world of design while following safer practices that […]