Exotica Moderne #25

Exotica Moderne is a quarterly publication showcasing the new tiki and lowbrow art and artists, exotic cocktails, kustom kulture, music and more. Focusing on where these genres have been and where they are heading, Exotica Moderne features emerging artists as well as those spearheading these movements. Where all of these subcultures meet and intersect, Exotica Moderne covers next wave of tiki and lowbrow art.

From the publisher:

With a fantastic cover by Tank, the 25th edition of Exotica Moderne celebrates Tiki Farm - the largest and most prolific producer of Tiki mugs - just ahead of their 25th anniversary next year. Holden Westland shares Tiki Farm’s story with the insight only he can offer. Packed with beautiful photos, this is a look at Tiki Farm from their beginnings to their future.

Anna Maria Sophia Cancelli stops in at The Royal Hawaiian in Laguna Beach and also interviews mug maker, Chrissy Weena.

Shawn Gadberry talks with artist Jeff Granito about this journey to becoming “Tiki Famous” and Ray Wyland explores the world of Straight Edge Tiki, complete with non-alcoholic Tiki drinks for you to try and enjoy.

Things heat up in the Sunshine State at Jim “Hurricane” Hayward looks at the current state of Tiki in Florida, featuring observations on the The Hukilau and  Tiki-a-Go-Go events, plus a look at The Mai Kai and the new Don the Beachcomber.

Jeff Chenault talks in-depth with Skip Heller about his Exotica project, Voodoo 5 and Justin R. Cristaldi writes about the Chinese-Tiki connection in Carrying the Torch.

Tiki Lindy also connects two different cultures this time in Tiki Tidbits, exploring the flavors of Sweden combined with Caribbean flair.

As usual, you’ll also get music reviews and all original cocktail recipes!