Music
Gudrun Gut on a life at the centre of Berlin subculture
Lessons Learned — The musician, DJ and founder of Monika Enterprise reflects on a career defined by revolution and rule-breaking.
Written by: Jeremy Allen
Rapper Anik Khan on his time as an undocumented citizen
Denied, Approved — The New York MC reflects on his experience with Trumpian US immigration policy, and how it impacted his career.
V9 is bringing his larger-than-life personality to drill music
Murk with a Mouth — Following the recent release of his highly-anticipated mixtape, the rapper talks injecting humour and fun into his sound and challenging drill stereotypes.
Written by: Robert Kazandjian
‘I’m willing to take the repercussions for my music‘
Obongjayar in conversation — As he gears up to release his debut album next year, the Nigerian-born, London-based musician talks refusing to be boxed in and tackling politics head on.
Written by: Max Pilley
The 14-year-old who made an album with The Flaming Lips
Meet Nell Smith — The teenager reflects on the remarkable turn of events that led her to record an album remotely with the iconic rock bad during the pandemic.
Written by: Max Pilley
‘Black artists need to learn how to empower themselves‘
Mick Jenkins in conversation — Following the recent release of his third studio album, the rapper talks about the influences that have shaped his sound so far and making music that connects with the average listener.
Written by: Thomas Hobbs
Tom Misch has a new alter ego
Starting fresh — The 26-year-old singer-songwriter-guitarist has made a name for himself as part of South London’s pioneering young Jazz scene. Now, he’s gearing up to enter into a whole new genre.
Written by: Rhys Thomas
K-Trap: ‘Drill has lost its authenticity’
Return of Trapo — Following the release of his fourth mixtape last month, the 25-year-old talks leaving his past life behind and drill cracking the mainstream.
Written by: Robert Kazandjian
Duval Timothy is using jazz to reckon with his heritage
Striking a chord — Ahead of the release of his new album with vocalist Rosie Lowe, the multidisciplinary artist and pianist reflects on incorporating his West African identity into his work and carving out his own sound.
Written by: Ammar Kalia
Cartel Madras are changing the face of rap music
Two of a kind — The Chennai-born, Calgary-raised rap duo discuss finding their feet in an industry dominated by men, and why a salacious sense of humour is at the heart of everything they do.
Written by: Thomas Hobbs