The Glastonbury line-up is pretty good, actually
And we've made a list of recommendations to prove it.
Music
Ethel Cain dreams of her lover on country-flavoured ballad Nettles
Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: George Riley, Frost Children, Feng, and Lauren Duffus.
Franz from Turnstile is the coolest bass player right now
We called up the Baltimore bassist to congratulate him on Turnstile's new album and his campaign with Guess Jeans.
Black at Glasto will have a new space at Worthy Farm
The group's founder Elsie Cullen talks about her mission to unite Black festival goers.
In photos: Haunted Mound’s London show
The gothic rap collective are unleashing mayhem on their Death's Wagon tour.
Addison Rae revels in her success on Fame is a Gun
Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Lorde, Ledbyher, Alex G and Nina Cristante.
Life lessons from Goldie
Goldie is innovative, loud and – as revered graffiti writer 10Foot points out in this conversation – a radical provocateur. With the release of Alpha Omega, his first album in eight years, it was time to give Uncle G his long-overdue debut FACE cover.
Cortisa Star is kicking down the doors
From Delaware to the runway, the viral rapper is making music for the girls, the bots and anyone who ever felt off.
Turnstile connect the club and the moshpit on Look Out for Me
Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Blumitsu, Avery Tucker, Mark William Lewis and HiTech.
In the pit at Kneecap’s surprise London show
Guess who’s back on the news…
Yullola’s music is spiritual, sensual and spooky
If you’re ever looking to soundtrack a coven meeting, you’ll want to add this alt-pop to the playlist.
Fakemink, Mechatok and Ecco2k’s Makka is a euphoric underground anthem
Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Arca, Acopia, Wolf Alice and Alessi Rose.
Scenic route is underground music’s most exciting label
It’s hard out there for leftfield musicians. But this independent label and event series proves there’s still plenty of people who want to go out and have their ears challenged.
Giggs, ML and the North West’s cutting-edge talent just took over Manchester
In partnership with Stone Island and END.
Erika de Casier makes a move with the slinky trip-hop track You Got It!
Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: PinkPantheress, Isaiah Hull and James Massiah
Chloe Qisha will heal your teenage self
Alt-pop’s rising star on dodging fuckboys, swapping wardrobes with Jacob Elordi and the dark depths of HorseTok.
The return of Simon Wheatley, grime’s most revered photographer
With a little help from Corteiz boss Clint, there's a new edition of Simon's sought-after book Don't Call Me Urban.
Stone Island, END. and THE FACE are bringing Giggs and ML to Manchester
In partnership with Stone Island and END.
Sounds from the city
Four musicians, four sets of filmmakers, four cities – we teamed up with Nike to celebrate explosive music scenes from across Europe. Get to know Chy Cartier, Cora, Crystallmess and RenzNiro: the forward-thinking artists who sound local – and think global.
Bladee gets epicly emo on One in a Million
Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Bambii, Mya Mehmi, Nilüfer Yanya and Smerz.
Mura Masa’s new initiative supports local artists outside the metropolis
In partnership with Relentless
What’s inspiring DJ Python?
The much-loved NYC producer/DJ pioneered the deep reggaeton sound. Turns out he’s also into incense, biblical phrases and music from the Romantic period.
Horst isn’t like the other dance festivals
The Belgian three-dayer has some of the most credible DJs, surreal stages and an art programme you actually want to see.
PinkPantheress longs for an American boy on Stateside
Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Lorde, Isabella Lovestory, Nia Archives, Fine and Lixo.
