Will Pritchard

Seven months on from the terrible events at Asake’s show in South London, survivors are still picking up the pieces. Drawn from exhaustive research and eye-witness testimony, here’s a timeline of what happened that night.

10 Songs that defined 2022: The rapper’s ode to cough syrup started as a joke. It ended up being his biggest hit.

10 songs that defined 2022: Underground DJs Eliza Rose and Interplanetary Criminal scored an unlikely chart-topper.

10 songs that defined 2022: The London rapper’s provocative hit was tailor-made for virality.

Massive musicians have flocked to the desert to perform around the World Cup, bringing an intense ethical debate into sharp focus.

Young Thug and Gunna are facing heavy gang-related charges and prosecutors are citing lyrical content as evidence. Yet the use of rap lyrics in court has been shown to be overwhelmingly prejudicial – and to reinforce racist stereotypes. So why is it still happening and what is being done to stop it?

Rappers and heritage rock bands are battling for the UK Number One, and it’s the acts with vinyl-loving fans who are winning.

“Covid secure” viewing pens, plastic bubbles and sit down raves. Desperate times call for desperate measures. THE FACE speaks to DJs and musicians who’ve had the strange pleasure of performing to masked punters this year.

Few UK rappers do visuals as well as Nines, and everyone’s talking about the classic rap references in the video for new single Clout. The Face speaks to the director and gets a BTS glimpse of the shoot.

From hackers to hustlers, clout chasers, and superfans, we take a glimpse into the bizarre culture of fans sabotaging their favourite artists.

Rap shows used to encourage a play-it-cool attitude. So why have they become more like punk and metal gigs?

Artists and industry insiders reveal the tricks, trials and tribulations that come with booking an American tour.

It feels like every week, a superstar shatters yet another record.

Review: Afroswing is soundtracking yet another UK summer. Despite his distinctive style, MoStack conforms for a winning formula.