Music

The bittersweet return of the rave

2021 in review: This year, we finally got to dance together again. But due to dodgy drugs, heightened concerns about women’s safety and the politically polarising impact of the pandemic, the euphoria was tainted with a darker vibe.

Richie Hawtin on collaborating with Prada

When the techno figurehead hosted a rave with the fashion house at the Tate Modern in London, Prada Extends was the talk of the town. Here, Hawtin discusses his creative chemistry with the label, also sharing his hopes for dance music’s future.

Virgil Abloh, the music lover

The late visionary created collisions in fashion and music, using his platforms to boost the careers of the artists who inspired him.

Don’t call KennyHoopla a rock star

Pop-punk is back and KennyHoopla is one of the new generation’s leading lights: a one-man band who left Oshkosh, Wisconsin, to follow a yellow brick road to Hollywood... then, um, back to Wisconsin again.

Charlie Bones spreads his wings

After surprising listeners this summer by announcing his departure from NTS Radio after 10 years, the London DJ has set up his own Do!! You!!! platform. THE FACE visits him as he draws up his new blueprint for organised chaos.

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