On AUDACITY, Jae Stephens turns songwriting, girlhood, internet culture, and the experience of being told to be “less” into a world of her own. There is a certain irony in an artist calling her debut album ‘AUDACITY’ when so much of Jae Stephens’ career was spent behind the scenes. Before becoming the artist at the centre of her own story, Stephens was already singing, writing, and producing, eventually working as a songwriter for artists including J Lo and Normani. Growing u

Ambition is rarely presented as something dangerous at the beginning. It starts as hunger: wanting more, wanting to win, wanting to prove yourself and create a better life. But what happens when ambition stops being something you have and becomes something that has you? That question sits at the heart of Ceebo’s Bloccstar. I first heard the project in full at an intimate listening session, and what stood out immediately was how intentional it felt. This was more than just a g

Photo Credit: Rafael Avcioglu “There’s a time for everything.” Johnny Venus says this while talking about the impermanence of love, the people who enter our lives, and the strange process of learning when to hold on and when to let go. But the sentiment extends far beyond the relationship he is describing. It feels equally at home within THE 11TH HOUR, an album that moves through its own succession of emotional states, each song occupying its own moment, memory, or feeling. “

N-Dubz have added a second London date to their upcoming ‘The Legacy Tour’, following strong demand during Wednesday’s presale. The trio of Tulisa, Dappy and Fazer will now perform at The O2 on Friday 5 March 2027, alongside their previously announced London show on Thursday 4 March. The 2027 UK arena tour will see N-Dubz travel across the country from 25 February to 10 March, with stops in Glasgow, Newcastle, Sheffield, Nottingham, Cardiff, Manchester and Birmingham. The gro

In a time where music is often consumed through headphones, algorithms and endless scrolling, Hard To Explain, Easy To Feel is creating space to experience it differently. Founded by Jess, the platform is committed to archiving sound, memory and feeling, while exploring what happens when listening becomes a communal experience. At its latest listening party, artist Nolais sat down with Jess to unpack his recent six-track EP, ‘A Son’s Guilt’. Rather than simply pressing play

There’s something about a London summer that demands a soundtrack… Piano People In The Park delivered exactly that. Returning to Southwark Park for its third edition, London’s biggest annual Amapiano and Afro house festival brought together thousands for a day built around big sounds, bigger energy and the undeniable pull of Amapiano. From the moment the crowds filled the park, it was clear this was more than another date in London’s increasingly packed festival calendar. Pia

Designed to bridge the intimacy of a small club with the production capabilities of a much larger venue, the space combines heritage brickwork, fluted arches and bronze balconies with a 48 speaker spatial sound system and dedicated recording facilities.

Skepta announces his return with new album The Fork and Knife, releasing on the 6th of November. It is a record fully rooted in capturing the energy and culture of contemporary Britain, through a lens which has not been explored before. Skepta is one of the most influential figures in global rap, a multi-awards winning artist and a defining force in the evolution of British grime. His career has spanned across two decades, and he continues to push the boundaries of music and

Deto Black has unveiled the official video for ‘Daddy, I’m Going Out’, her high-energy collaboration with UK rapper Bree Runway. Produced by Finn Wigan, the track is brought to life through a bold and playful visual directed by Ben Cole, with creative direction from Deto Black and Jennyffer Cardoso. Blending fashion, nightlife and unapologetic self-expression, the video captures the rebellious energy at the heart of the track. Deto Black and Bree Runway lead the visual, joine

On 25 September, Ella Mai returned to London for the Do You Still Love Me? Tour, bringing her latest chapter to the Eventim Apollo. With fellow British R&B artist Nia Smith opening the night, the evening felt like more than just another tour date — it was a homecoming. The stage immediately set the tone. Designed to mirror the artwork of Do You Still Love Me?, the production placed Mai at the centre of a world built around the album, creating a visual extension of the project