Music
Metronomy are back, but they’re not sure why
Forever young — As the group gears up for the release of their sixth studio album, frontman Joseph Mount is feeling reflective: ‘I'm a 36-year-old man making music, who is trying to work out why I'm doing it and who I'm doing it for.’
Written by: Jeremy Allen
Johnny Marr: ‘The younger generation gives me hope’
On activism and the apocalypse — After nearly four decades in the business, the legendary guitarist is finally making his mark as a solo artist. He talks to Jeremy Allen about activism, the apocalypse, and why he feels more fearless than ever.
Written by: Jeremy Allen
Ahmer isn't afraid to be the voice of Kashmir's rage
'People just want a normal life' — With Kashmir under a curfew and a communications blackout, rapper Ahmer's debut album is providing a voice for a people being kept in the dark.
Written by: Dhruva Balram
‘I had a really hard time finding myself and my voice’
NAO in conversation — The Mercury-nominated singer talks growing up, coming home, and the teenage kicks she enjoyed before she became ‘too nice’.
Written by: Kemi Alemoru
The photographer who defined the look of rock and roll
Show me the picture — Jim Marshall’s images have become a visual diary of the rebellious and revolutionary spirit of the genre.
Written by: Miss Rosen
Ty Segall is a totally normal person
‘People assume I’m a wastoid’ — The 21st-century rock veteran talks ear appointments, dogs, and why he’s considering moving to a monastery.
Written by: Nate Rogers
Surfbort’s Dani Miller is the new punk queen of NYC
Songs of anarchy — As leader of New York garage punks Surfbort, Dani Miller is on a convention-defying, anxiety-confronting mission to champion self-acceptance in the name of outsiders everywhere.
Written by: Niall Flynn
‘It feels nice to have written something so joyous’
An interview with Shura — After a three-year hiatus during which she was dropped by her label, fell in love and moved to the other side of the world, Shura is back with a second album – a refreshing joyful ode to queer relationships.
Written by: Rosie Hewitson
Beirut protestors hold concert against LGBTQ censorship
Music is louder — After Mashrou’ Leila had a gig cancelled following pressure from ‘homophobic’ Christian groups, thousands flocked to The Palace Beirut to take action.
Written by: Alexander Durie
The DIY haven that transformed London’s jazz scene
Remembering TRC — Dalston’s Total Refreshment Centre closed as a music venue a year ago – and although it may be gone, its legacy lives on. In her new book, Make Some Space, journalist Emma Warren explores why this pivotal space did so much for the capital’s creative communities.
Written by: Emma Finamore