Music
The Blessed Madonna: “Dance music flourishes in times of difficulty”
The DJ talks about her debut album ‘Godspeed’, connection and resistance on the dance floor, the US election and more alongside exclusive pictures from her album release party.
Written by: Ben Smoke
“Music can save you for a day”: Touché Amoré on social media and subcultures
To celebrate a new album and reflect on a decade and a half of being themselves, frontman Jeremy Bolm chats about opening up via lyrics, subcultures in the internet age, and the hardcore re-revival.
Written by: Isaac Muk
Jordan Stephens: “I don’t like using the term ‘Toxic Masculinity’ anymore”
In the latest edition of our masculinity column ‘Daddy Issues’, the Rizzle Kicks singer and author talks about his childhood, vulnerability, his relationship with his mum and more.
Written by: Robert Kazandjian
“Authenticity is a lie”: St. Vincent on rebellion and subversive art in the information era
In a new newsletter series spotlighting our favourite artists and renegades, Isaac Muk chats to St. Vincent about subversion and songs.
Written by: Isaac Muk
SXSW is making its way to London
The Austin perennial is making its way across the Atlantic and for a brand new cultural showcase.
Written by: Huck
Dide is providing a voice for elite footballers and young people everywhere
No one knows who he is, not even his teammates, but the Premier League’s masked rapper blends cold flow and drill-informed beats to interrogate the world around him.
Written by: Isaac Muk
Is the evolution of the FIFA game soundtracks a reflection of our changing views of masculinity?
Lad rock is out, emotionally vulnerable pop is in, but what does the changing face of the musical accompaniment to one of the world’s most popular game franchises tell us about contemporary masculinity? Ali Shutler investigates.
Written by: Ali Shutler
In photos: Three decades of Glastonbury Festival’s people and subcultures
A new photobook explores the unique cultural experience and communal spirit found at the UK’s largest festival.
Written by: Isaac Muk
Why is Neil Diamond’s mega-hit ‘Sweet Caroline’ so intoxicating for sports fans?
During this summer’s edition of the Euros, one certainty is the ubiquity of Diamond’s 1969 hit. But how and why did it gain such a storied place in England fans’ hearts? Jimmy McIntosh investigates.
Written by: Jimmy McIntosh
Why have a quarter of The Great Escape’s line up pulled out?
At least 126 acts have withdrawn from the Brighton festival in protest at the inclusion of Barclays as a sponsor because of the bank's alleged links with atrocities in Gaza, Ben Smoke explains.
Written by: Ben Smoke
Teezee is using his platform to take African voices global
The Nigerian musician, producer and label owner has built a reputation for being a mouthpiece for nonconformists.
Written by: Kemi Alemoru
How one of the UK’s most acclaimed MCs is moving into new genres
As his coming-of-age LP ‘ReBourne’ is released, it’s clear Blanco is unafraid to push his music in directions no one expects.
Written by: Isaac Muk