A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Azealia Banks' 'Playboy' Cover Shoot

After unveiling the cover just yesterday, here we take a closer inspection of Azealia Banks’ cover

After unveiling the cover just yesterday, here we take a closer inspection of Azealia Banks‘ cover shoot with Playboy. The outspoken New York artist first announced the photo set at the beginning of the year, here physically conveying her fierceness. A behind-the-scenes video of the process has popped up courtesy of Playboy itself, taking a revealing look at the sultry shoot. Enjoy the video above, and to see the editorial in full, pick up the latest issue of the magazine at your local newsstand beginning March 20.

Read Full Article

What to Read Next

Mat Hoffman and the Lars Ligament Story, Illustrated by Taj Mihelich

Mat Hoffman and the Lars Ligament Story, Illustrated by Taj Mihelich

During a stunt in 1999, American BMX rider Mat Hoffman took a heavy fall into the crowd that tore
By /
Nick Waplington "Alexander McQueen: Working Process" @ Tate Britain

Nick Waplington "Alexander McQueen: Working Process" @ Tate Britain

Nick Waplington’s photographic work documenting Alexander McQueen’s final fall/winter collection,
By /
Tristan Eaton and Kamea Hadar Create "Pele, Maila, Hina" Mural in LA

Tristan Eaton and Kamea Hadar Create "Pele, Maila, Hina" Mural in LA

Hawaii-based artist Kamea Hadar and renowned Los Angeles painter Tristan Eaton recently teamed up
By /
WOAW x HVW8 Gallery Present "Lonely Wanderer" by Atiba Jefferson

WOAW x HVW8 Gallery Present "Lonely Wanderer" by Atiba Jefferson

As a part of its ongoing artistic endeavors, Kevin Poon’s conceptual retail outfit WOAW has teamed
By /
Liberatum Artistry is Set to Hit Hong Kong This Week

Liberatum Artistry is Set to Hit Hong Kong This Week

Liberatum Artistry will be taking place in Hong Kong March 13-15. Coinciding with Art Basel Hong
By /
Intricate Hand-Carved Sculptures Made of Pencil Lead

Intricate Hand-Carved Sculptures Made of Pencil Lead

Talented artist Salavat Fidai has crafted a series of miniature sculptures from the ends
By /
Dorothy's "Lost Destination" Series Celebrates Football's Forgotten Grounds

Dorothy's "Lost Destination" Series Celebrates Football's Forgotten Grounds

UK design studio Dorothy is paying tribute to some of football’s most iconic locations in a new
By /
3125C "Unlucky 13" Galleria Preview

3125C "Unlucky 13" Galleria Preview

Following yesterday’s pop-up and galleria announcement, CLOT presents a preview into its 3125C
By /
Paul McCarthy Creates Eleven Skateboard Decks for Charity

Paul McCarthy Creates Eleven Skateboard Decks for Charity

Los Angeles contemporary artist Paul McCarthy collaborates with Brussel-based not-for-profit The
By /
Kenny Scharf "Born Again” Exhibition @ Honor Fraser Gallery

Kenny Scharf "Born Again” Exhibition @ Honor Fraser Gallery

Brooklyn-based American painter Kenny Scharf presents the “Born Again” exhibition at Honor Fraser
By /
More ▾
 
We got you covered. Don’t miss out on the latest news by signing up for our newsletters.

Looks like you’re using an ad-blocker

We charge advertisers instead of our readers. Support us by whitelisting our site.

Whitelist Us

Already whitelisted us? Refresh page

How to Whitelist Us

screenshot
  1. Click the AdBlock icon in the browser extension area in the upper right-hand corner.
  2. Under “Pause on this site” click “Always”.
  3. Refresh the page or click the button below to continue.
screenshot
  1. Click the AdBlock Plus icon in the browser extension area in the upper right-hand corner.
  2. “Block ads on – This website” switch off the toggle to turn it from blue to gray.
  3. Refresh the page or click the button below to continue.
screenshot
  1. Click the AdBlocker Ultimate icon in the browser extension area in the upper right-hand corner.
  2. Switch off the toggle to turn it from “Enabled on this site” to “Disabled on this site”.
  3. Refresh the page or click the button below to continue.
screenshot
  1. Click the Ghostery icon in the browser extension area in the upper right-hand corner.
  2. Click on the “Ad-Blocking” button at the bottom. It will turn gray and the text above will go from “ON” to “OFF”.
  3. Refresh the page or click the button below to continue.
screenshot
  1. Click the UBlock Origin icon in the browser extension area in the upper right-hand corner.
  2. Click on the large blue power icon at the top.
  3. When it turns gray, click the refresh icon that has appeared next to it or click the button below to continue.
screenshot
  1. Click the icon of the ad-blocker extension installed on your browser.You’ll usually find this icon in the upper right-hand corner of your screen. You may have more than one ad-blocker installed.
  2. Follow the instructions for disabling the ad blocker on the site you’re viewing.You may have to select a menu option or click a button.
  3. Refresh the page or click the button below to continue.