Category: Arts & Culture
-
Jordan Peele Gives Destiny’s Child Say My Name A Whole Different Meaning. Jordan Peele has done it again! I never thought that there would be a day that Say My Name by legendary girl-group Destiny’s Child would turn from being a sassy conversation with my invisible boyfriend to the blood-curdling nightmare that is the new…
-
![Meet [@DAMNSHAQ] – one of London’s most energetic DJ’s](https://guap.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/SHAQ-PHOTO-180x180.jpg)
London’s most energetic DJ / Performer / Entertainer, Damnshaq has built a powerful brand around himself. His event @Damnshaqshouse has become one of London’s Littest nights for great music, great vibes and great people. His last one taking place at Brixton Jamm on the 13th February. One of the things that sets Damnshaq apart from…
-
Pxssy Palace & Big Freedia Turn London to NOLA this Womxn’s History Month. We are already in March 2020 and Pxssy Palace is here to save us once again! The home of everything that is freedom, culture, and acceptance will be bringing in Womxn’s History Month with a celebration to remember. In collaboration with Southern…
-
We caught up with Graphic Designer, Marissa Lewis who shared her journey as an award-winning advertising freelancer. She gives us insight into how she secured the opportunity to work in Texas for SXSW, and having the chance to work with different agencies exposed her to different areas of the industry. How did you land 16…
-
![Gen1-3 [@genonethree] the brand ‘pushing the envelope and feeding people’s hearts and souls’ through art](https://guap.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img_9400-180x180.jpg)
Gen1-3 is the London based brand developing art, resources and experiences to feed the hearts and souls of the people. We spoke to the brand’s co-founder – Khalil Madovi – about the inspirations behind the brand and their new event ‘Buttermilk!’ Tell us a little bit about Gen1-3, what was your thought process behind starting…
-
I take a look at the rise of ‘trim culture’ amongst black men, and why male grooming within the black community is becoming a standard in our generation. 1.The Importance of Self Care – Goodman Factory With facial hair and sharp trims becoming the standard for young black men across the UK, we often forget…
-
![[@AfroNationGhana]: Africa’s Biggest Urban Music Beach Festival Shall Return](https://guap.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Afronation-Ghana-29.12.2019-19-180x180.jpg)
Just over a month ago, Afro Nation made its first appearance in Ghana. The much-anticipated event took place from the December 27th – 30th 2019 at Laboma Beach. The festival attracted a worldwide audience, from Africa to Europe attendees came in their colourful prints ready to celebrate at Africa’s Biggest Urban Music Beach Festival. The…
-
Black British history is history, although British history will have you questioning whether this is the case. The perpetual erasure and marginalisation of Black Brits and their stories is something that has become so embedded in culture that one can almost be forgiven for such a slip. “We shouldn’t have to exist” Lavinya Stennett, Founder,…
-
For centuries, museums and art galleries have been regarded as the hallmark of culture. But even though museums have been hotspot for representing cultures and experiences all over the world, they have always underrepresented black women. This is despite the contributions which black women have made and continued to make to Western society. ‘Heaven is…
-
![Founder of The 1-Stop Shop to UK’s Best Black-Owned Businesses [@AliAwoyera] Shares Her Journey](https://guap.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/ISR_0127-180x180.jpg)
It’s Black Owned is a platform which shares the UK’s best Black-owned platforms across various sectors. We had the opportunity to speak with the Founder Alison Awoyera, where she shared insight on her motivations and future prospects for the platform. Gaining an understanding of what Alison seeks to do with the platform made this interview…