The June issue usually gives way to a new 20-something list, featuring models, musicians, actors, illustrators, fashion designers, photographers, artists, architects,... and so much more. The people who are a representation of young society in Belgium, a generation ready to rule our world. In 2020, hence the double number, we’re serving you, hungry hearts, 2 editions of our acclaimed list. That’s right, we’re doubling the number of features, starting a bit earlier. Let us introduce you to the faces you didn't realise you wanted to meet!
Geran Knol
Artist & musician and half of Park Pardon, Antwerp
<p><strong>What do we & our readers need to remember about you?</strong></p>
<p>I take it very seriously to not take things too seriously.</p>
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<p><strong>What is the (near) future bringing you?</strong></p>
<p>A new space to live in, more projects to work on, and my new tape <em>Speaking in Circles</em> released on Jj Funhouse.</p>
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<p><strong>What are you up to these days?</strong></p>
<p>I continued working on Schijngelaten with Bloeme van Bon as Park Pardon, it’s a series of papier-maché wall masks that we make ourselves.</p>
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<p><strong>What artists are you listening to?</strong></p>
<p>Hiroshi Yoshimura, Lucky Dragons, Pauline Anna Strom, Diseño Corbusier among many others.</p>
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<p><strong>What makes your heart go faster these days?</strong></p>
<p>Reading the news.</p>
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<p><strong>What are you doing daily at 9 pm/9 am?</strong></p>
<p>9 am: Drinking coffee.<br />
9 pm: Drinking wine.</p>
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<p><strong>How do you bring some routine into your days?</strong></p>
<p>I still wake up every day at around 7 in the morning and don’t watch any series or TV during the day.</p>
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<p><strong>What satisfies you?</strong></p>
<p>When something happens and I feel like it was supposed to happen.</p>
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<p><strong>What’s your favourite lockdown Instagram account?</strong></p>
<p>I like going through profiles of people selling antiques and vintage furniture.</p>
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<p><strong>What’s your favourite lockdown book?</strong></p>
<p>I have to admit I haven’t been reading books during this period.</p>
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<p><strong>What’s your favourite lockdown film?</strong></p>
<p>I also haven’t watched any films.</p>
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<p><strong>What’s one of your sources of inspiration that may surprise people?</strong></p>
<p>I think M.I.A. is one of the greatest artists of our time, both her music and her message.</p>
<p class="quote-left">I shouldn’t waste my time too much and just start to do the things I’ve been wanting to do</p>
<p><strong>How does the current crisis make you feel?</strong></p>
<p>Very unsure of the future and it puts a lot of things in perspective.</p>
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<p><strong>Who is the person that most influenced you throughout your development in life?</strong></p>
<p>My boyfriend Kevin, we’ve been together since I was 21.</p>
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<p><strong>What is the most important thing you’ve learned lately?</strong></p>
<p>I shouldn’t waste my time too much and just start to do the things I’ve been wanting to do.</p>
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<p><strong>Is there anyone in your scene who needs more attention?</strong></p>
<p>Louis Reith who’s best known for his visual work also makes very nice music.</p>
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<p><strong>Comfort food/speciality dish now?</strong></p>
<p>My friend Laura gave me some kefir grains so recently I’ve been making lemonades.</p>
<p class="bg-white" style="text-align: center;">@<a href="<https://www.instagram.com/geranknol/>" target="_blank">geranknol</a>, @<a href="<https://www.instagram.com/parkpardon/>" target="_blank">parkpardon</a>, @<a href="<https://www.instagram.com/oval_angle/>" target="_blank">oval_angle</a></p>
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