Bonnie Prince Billy Joins Palace Skateboards' Creative Universe
In a recent interview with Wallpaper*, musician Will Oldham, known as Bonnie Prince Billy, discussed his collaboration with Palace Skateboards, a brand founded in London by Lev Tanju and Gareth Skewis in 2009. He characterized the collaboration as "bold and beautiful," reflecting on Palace's evolving artistic identity. Oldham drew inspiration from Jesse Factor's performance, "The MetaMarthasis," highlighting the significance of live performances in conveying messages. Currently, he is composing new music for upcoming projects. The interview is part of a broader piece on the Palace Creative Universe, overseen by Stuart Hammond, a central figure in the skateboarding community.
Key facts
- Bonnie Prince Billy (Will Oldham) is part of Palace Skateboards' creative universe.
- Palace Skateboards was founded by Lev Tanju and Gareth Skewis in 2009.
- Stuart Hammond is the lead creative for Palace Skateboards and a founding member of the Palace Wayward Boys Choir.
- Oldham described his experience with Palace as 'bold and beautiful.'
- He was inspired by a performance by Jesse Factor called 'The MetaMarthasis,' which references Martha Graham and Madonna.
- Oldham cited live theatre and music as teenage inspirations.
- He is currently working on songs that support other creative projects.
- He recommended KTNN Radio, the voice of the Navajo nation.
- His favorite restaurant, The RibCrib in Louisville, KY, is now closed.
Entities
Artists
- Bonnie Prince Billy
- Will Oldham
- Jesse Factor
- Martha Graham
- Madonna
- Lev Tanju
- Gareth Skewis
- Stuart Hammond
Institutions
- Palace Skateboards
- Palace Wayward Boys Choir
- Wallpaper*
- KTNN Radio
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom
- Louisville
- Kentucky
- United States