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Drake and PartyNextdoor Ignite Manchester at Co-op Live Arena on Day One Of A Four-Night Show
One thing that Drake has been criticised for over the last few years is his quality control over productivity in terms of albums and music releases. His strategy over his career has been to flood the market, pivot to what sounds current and popular, and embrace culture and the younger generation that are coming up to appeal to a wide and ever-growing audience.
Drake’s Role as the Toronto Raptors’ Global Ambassador
Appointed as the franchise’s Global Ambassador in 2013, the Toronto-born rapper has reshaped the team’s image, supercharged its branding, and elevated the Raptors into a globally recognized NBA franchise.
Top Dawg Entertainment: The Rise and Evolution Of Hip Hop's Talent Powerhouse
TDE’s true strength lies in its commitment to artistic evolution. As the label continues to push boundaries, we look forward to seeing
New Wave's 10 Artists To Watch In 2025
As the landscape of music continues to evolve, shaped by the artists who have defined the sound of the year.
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Get To Know: KWN
KWN (pronounced Kay-wuhn) is someone who has already been recognised as someone with undeniable talent as she has been featured on several c
Get To Know: Sienna Spiro
The SZA-approved singer Sienna Spiro is a breath of fresh air breaking into London’s jazz and pop realm in her own way.
Get To Know: CA$PAR
LA-born, London-bred rapper, CA$PAR, writes music that pays homage to the two cities that raised him. Though some may know him as the new face that won the Red Bull Raise the Ba r cypher, his love affair with rap began at an early age and the time he spent in the US has heavily influenced his sound. For CA$PAR, West Coast rap has always been “his favourite” type of music and Californian legend, Dr Dre, is one of his biggest role models. He recalls childhood memories of his Da
Get To Know: Reuben Aziz
Meet Reuben Aziz, the 20-year-old self-taught viral sensation from Southampton who has gained quite a following from his silky-smooth R&B beats that have him dubbed as the UK’s Brent Faiyaz. As he most recently released new single 'come thruuu', sonically reminiscent of Baby Keem gone R&B, Reuben is slowing climbing the ranks having been co-signed US rapper and singer Kyle, UK super producers Da Beatfreakz and Clint419 (Corteiz) who tweeted lyrics from Reuben’s viral single '
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Up Close and Personal: A Night with Latin Mafia
There is something uniquely contemporary about Latin Mafia. The Mexican band pull from a vast array of sonic palettes, far from their bed-room pop origins. This project is a family affair as the band is composed of the three de la Rosa brothers, with twins Emilio and Milton on vocals with Mike handling the production. Going through their discography feels like going on a digital rabbit hole, not knowing if you’re going to get a romantic cumbia track, sentimental synth pop or
Why City Splash 2025 Is More Than a Festival
Attended by Rachel Onilude and Shelley Paterson Image credit: City Splash Instagram Without Afro-Caribbean culture, London simply wouldn’t be what it is today—known as one of the world’s most multicultural cities, with people from all walks of life. London thrives on diversity, and while City Splash primarily celebrates Afro-Caribbean culture, it welcomes everyone. City Splash isn’t just a one-day celebration of Caribbean and African culture; it’s a living snapshot of the c
Léa Sen: A Parisian Storm Sweeping ThroughLondon
Taken by Sam Wilson In the far right corner of a half-packed O2 Brixton Academy in London, anticipation builds for a truly unforgettable experience. Most of the 4,900-capacity venue has come to see Loyle Carner's sold-out "Hopefully" tour, but there's another name worth knowing: Léa Sen. Without fanfare or grand entrance, a figure emerges with a silky black guitar. Her hands trace the soundboard as she approaches the mic, gently pulling the audience into "LVL 1 - Home Alone."
The Warehouse Project presents Berlioz at Depot
@sophiajcarey New Wave Magazine witnessed a very special evening, when they were invited over the weekend to see UK-based producer and musician berlioz present his ‘deep in it’ concept in Manchester. Born in Cape Town, South Africa and raised by the English seaside, via Cornwall, It wasn’t quite turning the industrial, rural, for berlioz as ravers ventured into the building, but the ‘deep in it’ concept did come alive in full effect at Mayfield across Concourse and the Plant
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Freedom, Love and New Beginnings: Inside ELIZA’s New Era And Single 'Anyone Else'
When ELIZA joins New Wave Magazine for a chat, she’s sitting in the studio, with her “creative hat” firmly on, with her writing partner only a few feet away, lost in his headphones. She lowers her voice playfully, unsure whether he can hear her, offering a fitting image for the moment she’s in: the quiet pause between creation and the anticipated upcoming release for her latest offering, 'Anyone Else'. After holding the track close to her heart for years, through finishing a
New Noise For A Restless Year: Garage, Punk And New Wave In 2025
If the great post-punk boom of the late 2010s felt like a wave, 2025 is the undertow. The fashion-cycle tourists have moved on; what is left are bands for whom distortion
Sneakbo's Wave Never Stopped, It Just Evolved
From Brixton to global stages, his story is one of legacy, energy and evolution. Long before the term 'Afrobashment' existed
What Techniques Can Help You Improve Your Singing Voice?
A strong singing voice does not appear overnight. It develops through steady practice, smart technique, and healthy habits that strengthen control and tone.
How Lo-Fi Beats Define Chill Culture
A quiet screen, a looping study animation, and a soft drum pattern fill the room. Many people call this their background for work, reading, and late night resets.
fakemink Is The New Prince of Digital Nostalgia
A defining part of fakemink’s appeal is an online persona that mimics early social media: blurry Valencia-filtered photos and throwback memes thread through both his Instagram and album covers.
Spotify vs Apple Music: Which Is Better in 2025?
Spotify has been around since 2008, making it the biggest player in town. Meanwhile, Apple Music is a new player as it made its debut in 2015.
What Is Stradebase and Why Are Skepta, JME & Tiwa Savage and now Chy Cartier Joining The Platform
The platform turning passive listeners into active participants by letting fans buy royalties to individual tracks. Not NFTs, not gimmicks literal ownership stakes.
Relentless, Pirate & DJ AG Empower Grassroots Creators With A Free Sound System For Talent Across The UK
The leap from practicing in your bedroom to putting on a proper event often comes with one major hurdle: the cost of sound. High-quality systems remain out of reach for many emerging artists, collectives, and DJs who are shaping their local scenes.
Nia Smith Speaks On Carnival Sounds: The Sounds of Notting Hill Carnival, Community and Expression
British musician Nia Smith says, “It’s the one time we all get together" when explaining the power of Notting Hill Carnival in the aftermath of the event, which took place over the August bank holiday weekend
We Caught Up With Absolutely At All Points East, A Day of Women Rewriting the Festival Rulebook
Victoria Park was alive with something different this weekend. By the time the last notes of Escapism rang out, the air was thick with sweat, smoke, and an energy that only comes when 50,000 voices rise in unison.
The Drummer Shuffle: Rock Bands That Have Recently Changed Their Rhythm Section
A band, in its most general sense, consists of pianists or keyboardists, guitarists, drummers, and, of course, those responsible for the rhythms. That’s what the rhythm section is about.
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Redemption time: An interview with French Underground Rapper Retro X
Who is the French underground king? For the first time in years, Retro X reveals his deepest thoughts on the French rap scene and which UK rapper he wishes to collaborate with. Known as one of the pioneers of both French underground ‘street’ and ‘hype’ rap, Retro X is the most versatile artist to this date. With what seems like a career that was always destined for him, he first appeared on the scene with his French hit ‘Etho’ and quickly took the world by storm. At some poin
Sonic Evolution: Lord of The Northern Dance
Sonic Evolution uncovers Northern Soul: a short-lived movement in the late 60s/70s that grounds much of today's contemporary subcultures.
Pirate Radio: Navigating The Frequency Waves
The era of digital radio hijacking may be a 90s phenomenon, but the pirate radio scene is still hustling from tower blocks across the UK.
Sonic Evolution: Justice for Dubstep
The 90s produced a lot of things: Tamagotchi’s, Blockbuster, tattoo chokers and lest we forget the unrivalled music scene, especially in...
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