Originally an American shopping day dating back to the 1950s, Black Friday started to become popular in the UK in 2010. Fast forward to 2023 and Black Friday has been a thing in the UK for many years now. However, many deem Black Friday and its UK born counterpart Boxing Day sales as irrelevant, due…
Here are some of the hottest new releases that we’re feeling this week – tap in! Aasher – Betray Me North Carolina native Aasher has returned to the scene with his latest single ‘Betray Me’. The rapper, songwriter and producer’s new single was co-produced with Netherlands beatsmith Woodpecker. ‘Betray Me’ ushers in a new, exciting…
The luxury Ghanian streetwear fashion brand Complex Department launch their brand new 2024 collection Vibrance of Accra: Fashion on Focus. Founded by designer and entrepreneur Atanko Davidson, Complex Department recognises the untapped bridge between streetwear and luxury fashion. Davidson’s love of contemporary culture, art and attention to craftsmanship fueled the creation of the brand and…
A brief 101 on the brilliance of Spike Lee’s transformative soundtracks… “I start thinking about the music for my films at the same moment I’m writing the script… It’s part of my creative process. I pay as much attention to the music as I do to the acting, cinematography, editing, production design, costume design, and…
Walthamstow’s very own, Jeshi made his mark on London’s landscape last year with his debut album, Universal Credit. Jeshi’s lyricism often focuses on the working class experience and while his latest EP, The Great Stink sees a shift in focus to what Jeshi deals with living in London, the grit still remains. The Great Stink…
Brooklyn-bred Kota The Friend is a rapper, singer and producer who incorporates Jazz into his reflective records. At eight years old, he started playing the trumpet which would then develop into an interest in music production during high school. He combines elements of R&B, Hip Hop and Jazz to create abstract sounds to compliment his…
Festival fashion at Camp Flog Gnaw was a different level of any other festival – the attendees didn’t come to play! Some people didn’t disclose their age or where what they were wearing was from, but they showed up and showed out. Kathleen, 22 WEARING: Thrifted her whole outfit apart from the bandana that her…
It’s another friday filled with the freshest releases! Here’s our top picks! Tap in! Ajebutter22 & BOJ – Make E No Cause Fight 3 (EP) Following on from the release of ‘Rora’ and ‘Sweet Life’ featuring Show Dem Camp, Ajebutter22 and BOJ have finally released the well-anticipated EP ‘Make E No Cause Fight 3’. The…
Singer and songwriter Sam Dotia is an introspective soul with an emotive-invoking voice. His latest project, Home Is Where, is beautifully honest and personal, and we got the chance to talk about it all with him. Nicole: Tell us who you are and what you do? Sam Dotia: I’m Sam Dotia, and I’m a singer, songwriter, poet,…
This year, the Jazz Cafe‘s Club Nights took a fascinating twist with the return of Juls‘ residency. We caught up with Juls a few days before his residency to hear about his expectations, and the significance of this moment in Jazz Cafe history. Read his thoughts below. Bethel: This is your second year of your…