Amsterdam
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A Glimpse into Maya Detiger’s World
Ahead of her wax carving workshop this Saturday, we sat down with Maya Detiger for a visual interview that offers a glimpse into the stories and inspirations behind her work. From heirloom pieces to the natural world, her practice is shaped by memory, emotion, and a deep sense of connection — all of which come through in…
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In Conversation with Shawty Pimp
From Memphis tape decks to his first ever Amsterdam show, Shawty Pimp reflects on his cult legacy and why VOID will be one for the books.
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Backpack Rap to Rucksack Records: The Future of Independent Labels
Rucksack Records has carved out a niche in Amsterdam’s underground scene by championing vinyl, community, and authenticity over the mainstream. Founder Danny Veekens, a journalist-turned-label head, blends a DIY approach—working with freelance creatives—with inspiration from backpack rap, building a label that gives artists space to grow sustainably and tell stories that last.
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in conversation with valerie estrina: the best writing happens when you’re not writing
with a little over a week to go until ways of working, our workshop series with pre-reserved, we caught up with writer valerie estrina to talk beginnings, inspiration, and what to expect from her writing workshop next Sunday, September 28th.
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Cheat Sheet: August 2025
Looking for things to do in Amsterdam this August? The Aa August 2025 Cheat Sheet is your curated one-stop guide to the city’s must-attend events
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The May Commute: Sightlines and Rhythms
The Commute is Ilya Stasevich’s monthly column in Aa Magazine — a diaristic city report, tracing the atmosphere, everyday rituals, and undercurrents of Amsterdam, a city experienced through constant motion. Combining personal notes with elements of review and reportage, The Commute offers a view on life in the city from a perspective shifting between that…
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Shot on Sight: Inside Nelly Dansen’s Trespassing Manifestation
Following her performance with Trespassing, Smile 🙂 You’re on Camera, we sat down with Nelly Dansen to discuss identity, surveillance, and how her opening night unexpectedly turned into a crime scene.
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Garage Fest 2025: 10 Years of Nyege Nyege
Happening July 19 & 20, Garage Fest brings over 40 artists from around the world to Noord’s favourite former car garage turned fever dream. This year’s edition celebrates a decade of Nyege Nyege: a label, a festival, a party, and everything in between. Read on for our top picks for this year’s edition.
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WoW 01: Maha Eljak opens up her way of working
With just a week to go until Ways of Working, our new collab workshop series with Pre-Reserved, we caught up with multidisciplinary artist Maha Eljak to talk inspiration, process, and what to expect from her zine-making workshop next Sunday, July 20th.
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Power Moves Only: Maha Amsterdam x Nike Reimagine the T90 Shox Magia
Maha joins forces with Nike to bring back a shiny 2000s icon, reimagined with movement in mind and just the right dose of nostalgia