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Bridges doesn't stand out among her peers only because she's young and black; she also stands out because of the range of people for whom she can make such homes. When she started her business in 1994, most of her customers were wealthy African Americans. Since then, her...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Nest Maker | 9/17/2001 | See Source »

In the 21st century, the Internet has opened up the world to itself. In the distant past--say, three years ago--global-music fans had to wait for a record label to decide whether to distribute a foreign artist in their country. South African diva Brenda Fassie's last three...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Music Goes Global | 9/15/2001 | See Source »

Sigur Ros ICELAND The land of Bjork has produced several notable acts lately, including Emiliana Torrini and Mum. Sigur Ros, with its intoxicatingly eclectic sound, is winning fans worldwide. Key album: Agaetis Byrjun

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Best Bands: And Our Winners Are... | 9/15/2001 | See Source »

Perry Farrell knows the value of a weird rock-'n'-roll name. In the late '80s he fronted Jane's Addiction, the artsy Los Angeles punk-metal outfit. He christened his next group, Porno for Pyros, while flipping through a fireworks catalog. And when he started an eclectic summer music...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Music: Anything But Peripheral | 8/13/2001 | See Source »

"Come take a plunge at the oasis," is what the Harlem native of this eclectic grotto opines. Wind chimes, fountains, and candles with the warm touch of African and Native American Diasporas sell for less than $50. Ask for a demonstration of the "Magic Dress" ($80- $90) available in vivid...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: My Shopping Bag: A Harlem Stroll | 8/2/2001 | See Source »

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