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Most known for his, ‘Poor Man’s Suit’ -unisex two-piece suits, crafted as a response to the conventional standards in the fashion industry. Bonne Suits’ founder Bonne Reijn is a designer first and stylist second. In addition, Reijn is the owner of Gallery de Schans where he organizes events and cura

Gia-Tinh, introduce us to UNCO UNCO is a headwear label I founded out of love and the need for functional independence. I noticed that these items could be so much more than just an accessory because they are so unique and self-enhancing. It kind of has lost its power throughout the years. The goal

As the Patta with Lasha collection is dropping this week, now is a perfect time to introduce this friend of the brand to the world. Read on to Get Familiar with Lasha and find out how this collaboration came to be. Lasha, can you tell us about where you’re from and what you do? Nigerian and Zambian,

Part of Patta's extended family, the SMIB squad, responsible for putting the Amsterdam's South East area on the map for the new generation, celebrates its 5 year anniversary this Friday, January 24th, with SMIB Day Paradiso Amsterdam. Expect an all-star line-up including Yung Nnelg, Ray Fuego, Ploeg

Hi Boris, introduce us to the world of DELTA. How did your relationship with art begin? Long story. Started as a 14-year-old kid with marker and spray paint. Endlessly repetitive drawing my name somehow led to where I am now. It was never meant to be art, it was just sports/play. Nowadays I can't sa

How would you describe your musical style? I try to create from a pure place in myself. By being open to various inspirations in life this resonates into the music I make. Wether it is Ghanian Hiplife, Atlanta trap or 90’s R&B you can hear all these inspirations back in my music. You’ve done some ty

Music journalist and Dancehall Curator Reshma B is the producer of STUDIO 17: THE LOST REGGAE TAPES, the story of the birth of reggae music in Kingston Jamaica, and of one man’s quest to rescue a treasure trove of tapes that were abandoned in 1977. The tapes - unearthed after surviving decades of ne

Earlier this year Dutch filmmaker Carine Bijlsma released her first feature-length documentary, Devil's Pie. The film follows equally enigmatic and charismatic musical genius D'Angelo throughout his Black Messiah Tour. Blijsma combines never seen before archival footage and interviews with musicians

Ahead of his performance at Vic Crezée's Rataplan at SkateCafe in Amsterdam, we had the chance to ask a very candid Lamusa II a few questions. Read on, get familiar. Lamusa II, seeing that your father is a painter, we assume you come from a creative background. Can you tell us a little something abo

As an independent, black-owned company with a strong emphasis on (biologic as well as chosen) family, representation truly matters at Patta. We pride ourselves on telling stories that are missing from culture in large. So when we come across entrepreneurs in any capacity that have that same mission,

As an independent, black-owned company with a strong emphasis on ( biologic as well as chosen) family, representation truly matters at Patta. We pride ourselves on telling stories that are missing from culture in large. So when we come across entrepreneurs in any capacity that have that same mission

We are honoured to present the Memphis legend Tommy Wright III on the Patta Soundsystem stage during Appelsap 2019. We asked him some questions about shows in Europe, the skate community and his parents' influence, he answered them in his own incomparable way. With the emergence of the internet, you

Quite the new kid on the Amsterdam DJ scene, Slimfit will be playing a set for Patta Soundsystem at Appelsap 2019. We had a little chat with her to get to know her better. You’re quite new in the Amsterdam DJ scene. Could you introduce yourself to the people that might not know you yet? That's right

Steven Julien aka Funkineven, a DJ/producer whose musical roots lay in a rich pool of genres, will be performing b2b with Amsterdam's finest, Mairo Nawaz at Appelsap Festival. We had a little chat with him about Funkineven, influences and energies. What is the difference between Steven Julien and Fu

Not only is Madbwoy one of Holland’s most appreciated dancehall/reggae DJs for his ongoing series of mixtapes and sets in clubs/festivals, his face is also well known as a reggae drummer on countless festivals and music halls. In anticipation of his set on our Patta Soundsystem stage during this yea

Chapter 1NE - the group show at Het Hem, curated by Patta founders Edson & Guillaume - is now on view. Here on the Patta blog we will be presenting a few of the participating artists. Previously: Aria Dean As a quick introduction to our readers, who are you and how would you describe your art? My na