A joint exhibition in LA between two of it's biggest museums, is home to the biggest retrospective of renowned photographer Robert Mapplethorpe. From his iconic portraits of best friend Patti Smith, to Mapplethorpe's insightful self portraits to his radical journey through the underground sex scene of New York in the 80s.

Away from the controversies of the time and the political outrage at a gay artist's sexualised work, today, these exhibitions give us a chance to really view Mapplethorpe's ability as a photographer. The fine detail, the delicate yet stark lighting and the photographic composition.

There is nothing better than a festive playlist to really get you in the spirit of Christmas. But we've over all those typical xmas tunes you hear year in year out. We've put together our favourite alternative Christmas songs to get us feeling festive instead. Mixing in a bit of The Kinks with some Kate Bush, some Joan Jett with The Ramones.

Here's the alternative holiday playlist you need this Christmas. Team with a few mulled wines and you are onto a winner.
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