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The end of summer and the start of the last quarter of the year also means it’s time for Lyst’s quarterly analytical trend report. Since 2018 the London-based fashion technology company has released quarterly reports analysing and ranking different fashion brands and products. The Index is formulated by taking into account Lyst shoppers’ behaviour on…
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So.. the Design Museum now has a mini-ramp! In a thrilling marriage of innovation and subversion, London’s Design Museum has partnered with the iconic brand Converse to unveil its latest exhibition, Skateboard, offering a unique glimpse into the world of skateboarding and its disruptive design history. We got a chance to take a peek at…
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Whoever says theatre is dead has not come across Wright Bro Entertainment. Founded by Tyrone Davis and Kieran Shekoni, this theatre production company is out to make theatre fun again by blending narratives that are culturally relevant, yet thought-provoking. While they are known for their more recent productions like ‘I Think I Might Cheat On My Girlfriend’ – featuring…
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__ BLACKLIST 23’ We’re back and it feels like only yesterday we were celebrating 5 years of The BLACKLIST. Wehave seen highs and we have seen lows, but continue to work hard to give you the incrediblelist of BLACKLISTERS we deem to be the future and as they stand, our present. 6 years on we…
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Naturally, the sphere of artist discovery has shifted over time and especially more so in the last decade given the technological boom. A once linear relationship where DJs, record producers, and astute radio stations had been responsible for breaking the latest songs, artists, and even trends, has shifted into a state of almost anarchy amidst…
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![DEBBIE-THE SONGSTRESS ON THE RISE [@DEBBIE_]](https://guap.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Debbie-1-1140x850.jpg)
Debbie, the soulful South London star, has the world falling in love with her “raw, layered melodies” and vulnerable lyricism. She’s gone from singing at open mic nights to currently being signed to 0207 Def Jam and even co-writing songs with Stormzy for his latest album, This Is What I Mean. Debbie is refreshingly honest,…
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Rebranded as District9, London’s ultimate streetwear market is back this October with a bang. Founded by Stray and Chelsea, District9 provides a haven for like-minded creatives to unite, network, shop and discover emerging artists and new brands within the streetwear scene. Stray: District9 is a utopia! It’s a full-day experience. For some, it’s a creative outlet; for others, it’s a…
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![TheBooksDem is spotlighting Black diasporic literature and culture [@thebooksdem]](https://guap.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screenshot-2023-10-16-at-12.06.50-1140x850.png)
2022 was a record-breaking year for the UK publishing industry, with a total income of £6.9bn – and literature is becoming more and more popularised, and accessible, to people of all generations, demographics, and identities. That has been exemplified not only in increasing diversification in the voices that are being platformed but also in the cultural…
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October may be bringing the cold with it, but it’s also bringing a ton of events that you just don’t want to miss… When it comes to music, there’s always a ton of events celebrating it or involving it. Sometimes more than you can even keep up with. So, we’re here to give you a…
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![George the Poet on Colonialism, Podcasts and Premier Gaou [@Georgethepoet]](https://guap.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screenshot-2023-10-04-at-17.37.26-1-1140x850.png)
Few people can talk about African independence movements using rhymes, storytelling and music – George the Poet is one of them. Chapter Four of ‘Have You Heard of George’s Podcast‘ has recently been released with George exploring various independence struggles in countries like Ghana, Ivory Coast and more. We sat with George to discuss more…