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  • “I came back home 4 o’clock in the morning and wrote Gold” [@halievocalist] chats with [@alicaiharley]

    “I came back home 4 o’clock in the morning and wrote Gold” [@halievocalist] chats with [@alicaiharley]

    I had the pleasure of sitting down with the multitalented Alicai Harley.  Alicai has blown up with her single latest “Gold”.  We spoke about how she created her signature sound, Alicai’s achievements thus far and what she hopes for the future. Interview: Alicai Tell us about yourself I came here when I was five and…

  • Bans [@bansillustration] launches clothing label and Zine Stay Grateful 3/11/17

    Bans [@bansillustration] launches clothing label and Zine Stay Grateful 3/11/17

    South London based Artist/Illustrator Hannah Prebble @BansIllustration, is launching her new hand-painted clothing collection and Zine Stay Grateful at Wah Nails in Soho across a three day event starting on the  3rd of November. The launch is not just a showcase of the talented artist’s work, but she’s also giving back to the community with a number of workshops,…

  • Rastafarian pupil forced to move schools because his dreadlocks does not fit the “strict culture of the school”

    Rastafarian pupil forced to move schools because his dreadlocks does not fit the “strict culture of the school”

    You may have heard recently about pupil Chikayzea Flanders , who was put in isolation at Fulham Boys School because they deemed his dreadlocks as inappropriate.  Flanders is a Rastafarian. A religion that sees their dreadlocks (the crown) as a part of their spirituality and a representation of their roots to Africa. They take reference to the biblical…

  • Compton’s Next Up: Buddy [@Buddy]

    Compton’s Next Up: Buddy [@Buddy]

    Everybody wants a Buddy. Words by Sade Akinfe & Jide Adetunji Photos by Ejatu Shaw Video by Ibrahim Kamara Styling by Jai Eleven At only 24 years old Buddy aka Simmie Sims is a name that has A-List written all over it. Prior to the interview, I was told that Buddy was a highly energetic…

  • Sweden has it’s own sauce: Cherrie [@Chxrrie] covers GUAP 10

    Sweden has it’s own sauce: Cherrie [@Chxrrie] covers GUAP 10

    163 to the world. Words by Sade Akinfe & Jide Adetunji Photos by Zek.Snaps Video by Ibrahim Kamara Styling by Lottie Dion ‘Sweden to International star’ will be the headlines to come in 2018 when describing singer-songwriter, Cherrie. Best known for her music video “163 För Evigt’ which translates to ‘163 Forever’ in English has…

  • Issue 10 is out now and we have gone International!

    Issue 10 is out now and we have gone International!

    Emerging Talent Worldwide Winter is fast approaching but as London city gets cold, GUAP is going International. Since the last issue, we’ve been extending our reach out of the UK and building Intercontinental bridges with creatives worldwide. The UK scene is popping right now and it’s a great time to be a part of it…

  • UNDRHUNGER [@UNDRLNDN] raising awareness of youth homelessness and hunger

    UNDRHUNGER [@UNDRLNDN] raising awareness of youth homelessness and hunger

    UNDRLNDN is run by a community of young Londoners and aims to unite Londoners under 25 to end youth homelessness and hunger with regular monthly events. They also kick-start ,connect, and create work for independent London based filmmakers and creatives. Anna-Marie Descartes and Jack Matthew will be hosting UNDRHUNGER at Rich Mix on the 8th…

  • Behind The Lens , The New Documentary by [@OlaChristian]

    Behind The Lens , The New Documentary by [@OlaChristian]

    The title Behind The Lens connotes the idea of what goes on behind the scenes. Different elements such as production, finances, family issues, mental health, lack of diversity and lack of representation are problems us filmmakers face within the industry. The documentary looks to pull back the curtain and gain a deeper understanding of issues…

  • ‘Like It Or Lump It’ [@HakBaker] is one to watch for 2018

    ‘Like It Or Lump It’ [@HakBaker] is one to watch for 2018

    “This week, East London singer-songwriter, Hak Baker released the new video for his new single “Like It Or Lump It” (L.I.O.L.I.) Following successful debut releases “7am” and “Conundrum“, L.I.O.L.I adds to his lyrical narrative of the paradoxical pursuit of carefree living – and the sacrifices made to facilitate said freedom. His melodic and raw sound…

  • Let’s Play Vinyl [@stringupdisound]: today’s roots reggae sound system operators

    Let’s Play Vinyl [@stringupdisound]: today’s roots reggae sound system operators

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    Let’s Play Vinyl, an exhibition on roots reggae showcasing today’s sound system operators, is currently touring the UK. Sound systems and the UK roots reggae scene is becoming more diverse, and a new generation of sound system operators are carrying on a love of vinyl. Mandy Samra, curator, is the brains behind the project and…