NYLON - June 2008 - (Page 22) 6.08/ 7.08 115 DRINKING THE KOOL-AID Phantom Planet have long been a cult band—but now they’re ready to find a major following. By Fiona Byrne 116 MONKEY GONE TO HEAVEN His other band is known for its gritty realism, but Alex Turner’s new side project (with little Rascal Miles Kane) is all about widescreen escapism. Meet the Last Shadow Puppets. By Matt Glazebrook 118 MANIFEST DESTINY Dhani Harrison didn’t set out to be a musician—but his genes had other ideas. By Crystal Meers 119 BIG DEAL There’s never been a band quite like the Breeders. And now they’re back, ready to prove it once again. By April Long 120 KONKED OUT With a devoted fanbase cheering them on from across the pond, the Kooks are making some serious strides stateside. By Laura Ferreiro 122 THE LONG AND WINDING ROAD Portishead have been laying low for the past seven years, but their new album, Third, will put them back in the spotlight—much to their discontent. By Luke Crisell 124 FOR THOSE ABOUT TO ROCK Karaoke is so 2004—now, it’s all about Rock Band, where you can put your singing, guitar, and drum skills to the test. 126 ROADSIDE ATTRACTIONS It wouldn’t be the best three months of the year without plenty of MySpace-sponsored summer events. Illustration by Deth P. Sun 128 PICTURE THE SOUND These six illustrators are doing their part to keep poster art alive. By Fiorella Valdesolo 130 FILM STRIPS 132 CULTURE CLUB 134 EN ROUTE: LIVING FOR THE CITY These three storied cities have new music scenes to get you excited about them all over again. fashion and features 138 COVER GIRL Albums made by actors are often plug-yourears awful. But with her debut, a collection of Tom Waits songs, Scarlett Johansson pulls it off beautifully. By April Long. Photographed by Marvin Scott Jarrett 146 SCHOOL OF ROCK Everyone has to start somewhere. scarlett johansson photographed by marvin scott jarrett. vest by barbara bui, shirt by jean paul gaultier, leggings by american apparel, cuff by chanel, ring by kimberley baker, blue telecaster guitar courtesy of butch walker. radar 106 THE CAT’S MEOW Kim Gordon’s side project, experimental noise outfit Free Kitten, returns with a roar. By Fiorella Valdesolo And when it comes to advice about how to succeed in the music business, the best comes from those who have already made the grade. 162 TALK TO HER With her intense stage presence and her outspoken personality, Gossip frontwoman Beth Ditto has won fans worldwide and become a fashion designer favorite. By Mikael Wood. Photographed by Alex Hoerner 108 GOLD STANDARD Santogold’s success story is a wild ride that’s about to get kicked into high gear. By Kate Williams 170 FOR LIKE EVER Our love for the California girls in the Like goes on and on By April Long. Photographed by Hilary Walsh 110 LIVING DOLL Duffy, a Welsh sensation with the voice of a ’60s girl-group star, hopes to restore pop music to its former glory. By Rachel Antonoff 176 SHE’S LIKE A RAINBOW Katy Perry sure knows how to make things pop. By Crystal Meers. Photographed by Niv Ocean Shank 111 PHAIR PLAY Liz Phair’s landmark debut album Exile in Guyville remains just as raw and relevant as ever. By Fiorella Valdesolo 112 COME AS YOU ARE The Vines have swung back from a series of setbacks and are better than ever. By Chris Martins nylon street 180 STAR MAPS: Ballet flats 182 SHOPPING LIST 184 BAG CHECK: NO STRINGS ATTACHED: The latest Guitar Hero will have you performing like a rock star. Packed by Dani Stahl. 114 A LEAGUE OF HER OWN Missy Elliott has spent her entire career defying expectations, and her latest album, Fanomenal, doesn’t disappoint. By Fiorella Valdesolo
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