GUAP MEETS: Xadi

GUAP MEETS: Xadi

GUAP caught up with Xadi to get an idea of what goes on beneath the cryptic canvas of his pensive penmanship. Read the full interview below. Xadi is now a powerhouse of

Mwanjé is Using Her Imagination to Summon The Diaspora [interview]

Mwanjé is Using Her Imagination to Summon The Diaspora [interview]

Mwanjé is a fountain of knowledge. A polymath in her own right.  The 23-year-old’s fire is stoked by a determination to share her origins and experience with the world. Even as I

Shaé Universe On Claiming Back Her Faith

Shaé Universe On Claiming Back Her Faith

Shaé Universe is a steadfast source of harmony; whether that is demonstrated by her calm presence or whether that is channelled through her delphic vocals. Even as she munches a granola bar

Simon Wheatley on The Limitless Evolution of Subcultures

Simon Wheatley on The Limitless Evolution of Subcultures

In the lead up to Abbey Road Studios’ newly announced Music Photography Awards–a first of it’s kind–GUAP caught up with Simon Wheatley, the groundbreaking social archivist and world renowned grime scene photographer

Meet the young recipients of  Rapper Jord’s first-ever ‘Pickni Uniforms’ Campaign

Meet the young recipients of Rapper Jord’s first-ever ‘Pickni Uniforms’ Campaign

Do you remember what you wanted to be when you were younger? An astronaut or a musician? A doctor or an artist? A chef or an explorer? Do you remember the confidence

21 QUESTIONS: Rachel Chinouriri on Making Space For Black Indie Artists, Growing Up in Croydon + More

21 QUESTIONS: Rachel Chinouriri on Making Space For Black Indie Artists, Growing Up in Croydon + More

Merging satisfying electronic and pop production with beautifully haunting vocals, Rachel Chinouriri is the Croydon singer slowly but surely affirming her place in Britain’s Indie landscape. In a spider inspired world creative

Ladipoe, A True Leader Of The Nigerian Afro-Rap Scene [@LadiPoe]

Ladipoe, A True Leader Of The Nigerian Afro-Rap Scene [@LadiPoe]

Words by: Robert Solomon Ladipoe displays no shortage of bravado. With a voice that seamlessly oscillates between euphonious and blunt, and with his music marked by witty one-liners which he tags “lifelines,”

“Ownership, Integrity, Consistency” – An interview with Gourmet Rap OG, Da Flyy Hooligan [@daflyyhooligan]

“Ownership, Integrity, Consistency” – An interview with Gourmet Rap OG, Da Flyy Hooligan [@daflyyhooligan]

Words By: Dwayne Wilks Da Flyy Hooligan sat down to discuss the genre he labels ‘Gourmet Rap’, staying true to his craft and how Hip Hop has shaped him. Like much else

Finn Foxell [@finnfoxell] talks West London, Elevation Meditation, ‘Alright Sunshine’ EP and more

Finn Foxell [@finnfoxell] talks West London, Elevation Meditation, ‘Alright Sunshine’ EP and more

We sat down with West London’s Finn Foxell ahead of his headline show and the release of his latest project ‘Alright Sunshine’. Finn Foxell is an artist who has his local area

The Producer’s Voice: Stint [@stint_]

The Producer’s Voice: Stint [@stint_]

Words By Miki Hellerbach The Producer’s Voice is a new series for GUAP where we highlight the stories of instrumental crafters. We hope to bring their stories to the forefront instead of

‘New Time RnB’ artist MEYY Talks Upcoming EP, Love, and UK music collaborations

‘New Time RnB’ artist MEYY Talks Upcoming EP, Love, and UK music collaborations

Brussels born, London adopted artist MEYY is letting love lead her musical journey. You might not have heard of MEYY just yet but she’s definitely been making waves. With her debut EP

From Burgers to Bangers – Talking with RUFUS [@rufus_mackay] About New Single, ‘Taking Flight’

From Burgers to Bangers – Talking with RUFUS [@rufus_mackay] About New Single, ‘Taking Flight’

Words By: Matthew Griffiths With the release of his new single ‘Taking Flight’ we caught up with upcoming talent RUFUS. I love hearing the origin stories of successful artists. It’s the realness