Culture

Joyous photos of Notting Hill Carnival 2022
Photography

Joyous photos of Notting Hill Carnival 2022

The two-day long event returned to London this year, showcasing a spectacular parade, steel bands and Caribbean food.

Written by: Huck

Ghetts has entered a whole new dimension
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Ghetts has entered a whole new dimension

Almost two decades into his career, the London MC is at the peak of his powers, finally receiving the critical and commercial attention his blistering output has long warranted. It begs the question: what next?

Written by: Niall Flynn

‘One big boys’ club’: the women reclaiming graffiti culture
Art

‘One big boys’ club’: the women reclaiming graffiti culture

From the early originators to the female writers at the forefront of today’s scene, we talk to the artists redefining graffiti’s consciously macho origins.

Written by: India Lawrence

How Sheffield became a centre for UK rave culture
Books

How Sheffield became a centre for UK rave culture

Steel City is often overlooked when it comes to the country's cultural radar despite its role in shaping electronic music.

Written by: Jim Ottewill

Jeshi is making music for generation austerity
Music

Jeshi is making music for generation austerity

Following the release of his latest album 'Universal Credit,' the rapper talks about finding a new approach to songwriting, attitudes to poverty and why his music is more than a political statement.

Written by: Robert Kazandjian

Rare and intimate photos of Billie Holiday in the ‘50s
Photography

Rare and intimate photos of Billie Holiday in the ‘50s

In 1957, photojournalist Jerry Dantzic spent time with the iconic jazz singer during her two-week run at Sugar Hill Nightclub, capturing both her public and private life.

Written by: Miss Rosen

Mitski is tired of working for the knife
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Mitski is tired of working for the knife

Huck’s latest cover star speaks out against the exploitation that defines the music industry, imagining a future in which the artist is no longer a product.

Written by: Al Horner

Growing up behind the counter of a Chinese takeaway in Wales
Books

Growing up behind the counter of a Chinese takeaway in Wales

Angela Hui discusses her new memoir, which offers a sobering reflection on the racism and otherness she’s experienced along with a joyful celebration of her culinary heritage.

Written by: Ian Wang

William Orbit on creativity, addiction & self-discovery
Music

William Orbit on creativity, addiction & self-discovery

As the producer gears up to release his first album in eight years, he reflects on his battle with drug use, getting into painting and what Madonna taught him.

Written by: Jeremy Allen

Read and destroy: the story of the UK's seminal skateboarding magazine
Skate

Read and destroy: the story of the UK's seminal skateboarding magazine

RaD was inclusive, underground and unapologetically British. Almost three decades after it ceased publication, the people behind its success remember its influence.

Written by: Oliver-James Campbell

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