: In late February/early March 1998, the single "Got 'til It's Gone" won the Grammy Award for Best Music Video.
: During this month, Christian Bale was famously filming his role for the movie while simultaneously auditioning for American Psycho . His performance was so impactful that director Todd Haynes recommended him to other filmmakers as "the best actor" he had worked with. Velvet March 1998
: In March 1998, OutKast purchased the Atlanta studio they eventually named Stankonia , a space where they would record vocals and evolve the "funky" Southern hip-hop sound that mirrored the eclectic "Velvet" era vibes. Velvet Magazine: Books - Amazon.com : In late February/early March 1998, the single
: The tour was noted for its intense theatricality, exploring themes of domestic violence and bondage, and solidifying the "Velvet" aesthetic in R&B pop culture during this specific timeframe. 3. Underground Music & Nightlife : In March 1998, OutKast purchased the Atlanta
: A December 1998 issue exists, but the March 1998 era was a high point for "Velvet" branded adult publications and alternative lifestyle magazines that were widely distributed at the time. 4. Cultural & Media Context
