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For #GUAP29 'The Legacy Edition' we sat down with the vanguard of our generation - Kojey Radical. in one of East London’s sun-soaked studios Radical beams out a contagious sense of serenity and his choice of words deliberate as we go back and forth over topics that dot his past, present and future.

A year after the release of his ‘Baby Blue’ EP, Newham Lyricist Zino Vinci is back with a new Grime infused track ‘Namaste’ - listen below.

'rap in paper', the live freestyle platform connecting the worlds of music and print design is back with an exclusive freestyle from Motive 105

Tate’s record label Digital Pop Records has always been independent in spirit and in sound. Following the release of its latest single Lockjaw by altRnB artist Nin-ja, we caught up with founder Alcatrz to talk about his musical journey so far.

ABAGA VELLI's power lies in its emotive communication, which is distilled into various expressions. Right now, the most prominent element of the brand is the clothing which is depicted meticulously in photo editorials and fashion films. The brand first came onto the scene in 2019, very much working towards progress in the public eye, refining its visual codes and tightening its storytelling until it was ready to launch officially on its own terms this year. 

The Endz is a collaboration between local secondary schools, Harris Academy Peckham,
Charter School East Dulwich, Harris Academy Girl's East Dulwich and The Multi-Story
Orchestra, who have been bringing professional musicians and young people together to create
extraordinary performances since 2011.

Ayotunde Rufai's direct experience with family members who lived in Nigeria and wanted to access a luxury shopping experience online became the engine that powered Jendaya, which he runs alongside Kemi Adetu and Teni Sagoe. The idea of a global luxury e-commerce platform that first and foremost serves an African market is not a new concept; it has been attempted before, Rufai tells me. However, it is yet to be executed to the high level expected for an upmarket platform. 

Meet Dom and Rushat - Two Uni Students Bringing Rap and Rnb Sounds to the Midlands through Nightlife

NANDO’S has just completed the second weekend of Wireless 2022 in Finsbury Park. Hosting backstage talent Nando’s serves up spicy snacks for London’s finest festival. In honor of Cardi B performing, Nando’s added an exclusive limited edition spice named the ‘Bodack-BBQ’ to the oh so famous PERI-ometer. They even went so far as to rename […]

NATIVE Sound System is back with their second single “Wedding Ring” from their forthcoming debut album. With an Alté allstar line up Odunsi The Engine (Tipsy, Star Signs) & BOJ (Lazarus, Awolowo), with assists from WANI & Odeal, this is set to be a one of summer’s hottest global records. Speaking on the new single […]

In light of the commonwealth games, Idris Elba and Foday Dumbuya, founder of menswear brand LABRUM London, have joined forces to design the Commonwealth Games kit for their home country – Sierra Leone.  A common thread in Labrum’s design is its foundation and influence from Sierra Leone’s heritage and culture. This collection is no different […]

In a few short years, Eva Apio has become one of the most recognisable Black women in fashion. Covering magazines like Wonderland and L’Officiel, her portfolio grows daily- and this time, she’s adding designer to her already long list of titles.

It's been a busy couple of months for the MC; in June, Backroad Gee performed at a PUMA store in Berlin, foreshadowing the partnership as the newest ambassador for the German brand. Earlier this month, Backroad Gee made debut performances at Wireless in London and Birmingham and recently completed shooting for his first campaign with PUMA in Malta. It seems the "Party Popper" artist has his sights set on significant achievements in both music and fashion. 

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ABAGA VELLI's power lies in its emotive communication, which is distilled into various expressions. Right now, the most prominent element of the brand is the clothing which is depicted meticulously in photo editorials and fashion films. The brand first came onto the scene in 2019, very much working towards progress in the public eye, refining its visual codes and tightening its storytelling until it was ready to launch officially on its own terms this year. 

Five CSM MA Fashion course students have been handpicked by course director Fabio Piras to partner with Dr. Martens for their ‘All Access Summer’ campaign.

"This body of work is based on my immediate family growing up in South London in the late 90s - early 2000s. I wanted to express my influences in fashion and music, who have made me the man I am today.", Mosch said in a caption on Instagram. 

A collaboration between three of the most functional, classic, all-American brands, the Yeezy Gap collection powered by Balenciaga just dropped in person in New York.

A-Cold-Wall* has done well in the last couple of years, despite the pitfalls of the pandemic, opening a physical store is still he fastest way to grow a luxury brand. With a designer as sophisticated as Sam Ross at the helm of the cult brand, A-Cold-Wall*'s expansion will be an exciting one to witness. 

Not only is Luxe Grooming an e-commerce brand but they also focus on the importance of community, uplifting, educating, and celebrating those around them through collaboration, sponsorship, and advice.

Every so often GUAP take on two students for a week-long work experience, where they learn what it takes to run and contribute to a new-media platform like ours. Read on for a student-led perspective on the 'Piece of Mind' exhibition currently on at Somerset House.

We had the pleasure of catching up with Tyreis Holder, a multi-disciplinary artist, performance poet and visual storyteller to talk about her current work up at the 'Piece of Mind' Somerset House exhibition curated by Lucía Ríos González and Jonny Tanna of Harlesden High Street.

Bringing together talks, cinema, music, and games all under one theme - Tour de Moon was a festival like no other.

The arrival of summer brings new shows to London's best theatre venues. With a play exploring black masculinity and vulnerability through movement and a comedic one woman show about the ebbs and flows of dating, this list has got you covered for the best theatre shows to watch in the next month.

It’s been almost two weeks since I boarded the plane to attend DLT’s 4-day extravaganza in Malta and I can genuinely say that it was the most incredible party-holiday experience I’ve ever had in my adult life.

The jewel in the GUAP crown. 5 years in the making. In the heart of London... GUAP Gala is here.

Ryan Lanji always knew that he would be destined for stardom. And now set to present a BBC Three show titled “The Big Proud Party Agency”, he is nothing short of that dream.

Courageous, confident, and purely unstoppable; the ‘Luxurious Woman’ finds herself at the peak of her potential. With the world at her feet, she takes extravagance to new heights which appears nonsensical to the everyday person.

Catch these must-see exhibitions opening in June, and get your art fix for the summer.