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Sounds & Skin
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Album Review: Scotch Howard - Mandara

While wading through the volumes of contemporary electronic/indie-pop artists, I ask myself the same question: When did it become cool to be distant, aloof and disconnected from the emotions that onc...

19 apr 12

Little Not-Red Riding Hood

(Zara coat, H&M dress, Alfani heels, vintage clutch)Photos by Aaron Silverstein Once upon a time, after a long night and no sleep, Aaron and I decided to take some photos in the park, exhibi...

19 mar 12

Could I Be More Excited?!

Doubtful. xx.tonya. 

19 mar 12

Mango Loving Lips

(Mango pants, Zara sweater & scarf, BCBG pumps)  Photos by Aaron The plan was, after tour guiding my family around the Block of Discord in Barcelona, I would somehow convince ...

27 feb 12

The Skin Youre In

(bareMinerals Original Foundation, Desire E yecolor,  and Pure Radiance;  Philosoph y Melon Daiquiri Lip Shine; Stila Koi Smudge Stick; Physicians Formula Organic Wea...

24 jan 12

Top Albums of 2011 - In Our Humble Opinion

Aaron and I, admittedly, did not get to as many albums this year as we would have liked. As for the albums we did get to, many were unimpressive, and even some of the ones we chose were not that...

01 jan 12

Album Review: Big Black Delta - BBDLP1

As I stood uncomfortably close to the person next to me, I began to wonder if I had yet again chosen the wrong show to attend on a Monday night, forced to stand through another average set with my pe...

06 oct 11

Sexy Song Series: Gotye - Somebody That I Used To Know (feat. Kimbra)

Brilliant, fresh, beautifully simplistic, addictive, and sexy are just a few of the words I would use to describe Somebody That I Used to Know. The sparse,&nb sp;poignant lyri...

25 sep 11

Wedding Bells & Seashells

 (Pleione shirt, Saja silk skirt, Banana Republic ring, Bandolino heels) Photos by Aaron Silverstein These photos were taken on a beautiful Santa Monica afternoon, immediately followin...

23 sep 11

Kaskades All the Rage

Heres a little something from Kaskade. The newly dubbed "Best American DJ" has gifted us with a two hour sound masterpiece showcasing all of the summer hits into one neat mix. This is feel-go...

22 sep 11

On Heavy Rotation: The Joy Formidable - Whirring

After getting a taste of The Joy Formidable at Outside Lands, the roommate and I decided to take an impromptu drive up to Costa Mesa to catch them at the Detroit Bar last Sunday, inspiring ...

19 sep 11

Ticket Giveaway- The National

We here at Sounds&Skin are pleased to announce that we have a pair of tickets to The National, Neko Case, & Sharon van Etten concert on Sunday, September 11 to giveaway. To enter, a...

10 sep 11

Outside Lands - Photo Diary

Better late than never? I hope so.Even though Outside Lands was about a million years ago in blog time, I couldnt move on without finishing this post. Here is a smattering of photos from the weekend....

07 sep 11

Album Review: Wild Beasts - Smother

Every so often I find myself restless, anxious at the thought of another day as your standard, run-of-the-mill American man. Yes, even I grow weary of the "day-to-day" and feel the need to br...

25 aug 11

Summertime and the Livins Easy

(Rachel Rachel Roy romper, H&M shoes)Photos by AaronIt’s too hot outside to overthink what you are going to wear. So I opted to beat the heat with this lightweight floral romper. Top and bottom i...

04 aug 11

Reggae Night X at Hollywood Bowl

The Hollywood Bowls summer concert series never fails to deliver a delightful evening. Living in Los Angeles, a summer is not complete without a visit to the Bowl. I was able to make my first trip up...

03 aug 11

Midnight Summer Dream

The Hollywood Bowls summer concert series never fails to deliver a delightful evening. Living in Los Angeles, a summer is not complete without a visit to the Bowl. I was able to make my first trip up...

03 aug 11

A Midsummer Night: Reggae Night X at Hollywood Bowl

The Hollywood Bowls summer concert series never fails to deliver a delightful evening. Living in Los Angeles, a summer is not complete without a visit to the Bowl. I was able to make my first tr...

03 aug 11

Sexy Song Series: Daft Punk - Something About Us

The theme song of many a dream, Something About Us is an orgasm in your ears. Holding that ever-elusive quality both literally (clocking in at 3:53, harnessing that ultimate sexy element of always le...

01 aug 11

Shades of Pink Perfection

(H&M sunglasses, gifted jewelry, thrifted lace dress, Bandolino heels) Photos by Aaron Silverstein  So many elements of this outfit are out of my character, from the chunky jewelry (I t...

30 jul 11

CULTS - Most Wanted

Cults live at The Echo from sounds and skin on Vimeo.Scratching our show itch: Cults perform Most Wanted live at The Echo on Wednesday, July 27, 2011.Touring with Guards. You can get their EP he...

29 jul 11

Love to Travel? Win with GPSmyCity.com

Win three city walk iPhone applications to cities of your choice, courtesy of GPSmyCity.com. Correctly answer all ten questions about Los Angeles below and e-mail them to quiz@gpsmycity.com&nbs p...

29 jul 11

Sexy Song Series: Phantogram - When Im Small

Heres a little sexiness for your Friday night. Sarah Barthel could probably be saying anything and this song would still be hot. As for the instrumentation, Aaron put it best, "The guitar re...

23 jul 11

Lady in Drapery

 (Forever 21 hat, H&M blazer, Fridays Project shirt, vintage belt & skirt, Cathy Jean boots) This outfit holds sentimental value for two reasons: 1. I met one of my favorite people ...

20 jul 11

Interview: The Hundred in the Hands

The Hundred in the Hands, THITH for short, is a self-proclaimed Avant Pop, House-Gaze and Mutant RnB, NYC-based band, comprised of Eleanore Everdell (vocals, synthesizers) and Jason Friedma...

13 jul 11

Album Review: The Antlers - Burst Apart

As the final seconds of Epilogue faded into a wash of nothingness and the Antlers 2009 LP, Hospice, came to a close, most listeners found themselves in one of two possible camps. The first, was a cam...

08 jul 11

Sexy Song Series: Massive Attack - Paradise Circus (ft. Hope Sandoval)

I am quite convinced that this is the sexiest song. From Massive Attacks latest album, Heligoland, released February 2010, Paradise Circus can be described as nothing less than an aphr...

03 jul 11

L²BD

(vintage dress, borrowed h&m blazer, aldo shoes, express necklace)Little Leather Black Dress. Previously worn and initially bought to complete my Bat-woman costume; I was too intimidated to wear ...

01 jul 11 1 person likes this

Shhhhh!

 Photos by Aaron Silverstein Ill let you in on a little secret: most of the time, Im in-hate with 90% of my closet. However, every once in a while, an outfit comes along that makes me happy...

01 jul 11

On Heavy Rotation: Yeasayer - Madder Red

Aaron and I went to the Yeasayer show at the Glass House in Pomona in May. Already my favorite before the show, this song is still stuck in my head. Yeasayer is one of those rare bands that is actual...

26 jun 11

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