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The artist using the outdoors to inspire her electronic music
Outsiders Project

The artist using the outdoors to inspire her electronic music

Merrell 1TRL x The Outsiders Project — How the sounds of nature, air force bases, walking across the country, Windrush and synthesisers have influenced one woman’s journey through music and life.

Written by: Josh Jones

Weyes Blood wants to help you let go
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Weyes Blood wants to help you let go

As she gears up for the release of her new album, the singer talks spirituality, grieving and existential dread.

Written by: Thomas Hobbs

Porridge Radio’s Dana Margolin on her London studio
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Porridge Radio’s Dana Margolin on her London studio

We catch up with the singer in her London studio to connect the dots between music, painting and her relationship with the city.

Written by: Ben Smoke

How Rina Sawayama’s show came to life
Music

How Rina Sawayama’s show came to life

With the singer’s tour in full swing, we sat down the musical production company who made the electrifying show possible.

Written by: Ben Smoke

Lynn Goldsmith’s spectacular shots of ’80s music icons
Photography

Lynn Goldsmith’s spectacular shots of ’80s music icons

The photographer reflects on a decade which saw the rise of MTV and the flourishing of new genres.

Written by: Miss Rosen

Ibeyi on loss, sisterhood and spirituality
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Ibeyi on loss, sisterhood and spirituality

Following the release of their third album, the duo talk collaboration, family and connecting with the dead.

Written by: Greg Wetherall

Photos documenting hip hop’s love affair with bling
Photography

Photos documenting hip hop’s love affair with bling

For decades, larger-than-life jewellery has come to define the look of a musical genre. Now, a new book is delving into its rich, underlying history.

Written by: Sabrina Cooper

Intimate portraits of rock ‘n’ roll icons on and off stage
Photography

Intimate portraits of rock ‘n’ roll icons on and off stage

From David Bowie to Dolly Parton, photographer Terry O’Neill captured music luminaries at the height of their fame.

Written by: Miss Rosen

‘If grime is dead, I’m not a casualty:’ Novelist in conversation
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‘If grime is dead, I’m not a casualty:’ Novelist in conversation

The 25-year-old MC has built a career defined by artistic integrity. He talks to writer Robert Kazandjian about how he got to where he is and giving back to the South East London borough he calls home.

Written by: Robert Kazandjian

Mount Kimbie are forging a new musical identity
Music

Mount Kimbie are forging a new musical identity

As the duo gear up for the release of their fourth album, they reflect on how time apart helped to evolve their sound.

Written by: Ammar Kalia

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