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The writer and youth worker discusses the social significance of the UK drill, Afroswing and rap tracks referenced in his lauded book about serious youth violence.

After giving away physical copies of Doobee Zine at Beabadoobee’s sold-out show at London’s Kentish Town Forum last night, we’ve now made it available as a free download for all you fans.

We spoke to the mega pop superstar on the blower and asked her: if you had to predict the next 10 years, what would it look, smell, feel and taste like? Here’s what she said.

The riddim conioisseur raises a glass to the party season that’s just flown by.

THE FACE joined the likes of Aitch, Andy Burnham and Pa Salieu at the studio’s opening party.

Digital cover story: The Coventry rapper has proudly tapped into his Gambian roots for new EP Afrikan Rebel. Although he’s recognised as one of Britain’s brightest stars, his struggles are far from over – and his mission has just begun.

The Coventry rapper is one of the UK's finest. Here are some highlights from his discography.

Bella Poarch is already a survivor, and a Navy veteran, at just 24. Now the tiny but tough TikTok star is ready to step off the app and head, eyes narrowed, for pop stardom, plushie alpaca in tow.

A new cohort of stars are hitting the dance rehearsals to deliver stealthy performances and music videos, continuing the legacies of Y2K award show greats like Britney Spears and Janet Jackson. Normani, we salute you.

THE FACE speaks to the culture-shifting collective who made the music for Marvel’s box office smash.

Congratulations, Arlo! The West Londoner writes about the road to the Mercurys and what it’s like to leave her bedroom and be back playing live… finally.

As the producer and vocalist releases her debut album, Heartbeats/Heartbreaks, she reflects on what got her here in the first place, and why cooking to impress someone is always overrated.

Meet the punks and punters bringing London’s first trap-hip-hop-nu-metal-alt music festival to life over the weekend.

Experimental artists across the city are onto something special, and even Kanye knows it. We talk to Space Afrika, Blackhaine and CURRENTMOODGIRL about The White Hotel and the power of community.

Every month, Wale Oloworekende covers the continent’s most exciting releases and music news stories for THE FACE.

Chal Ravens’ column collects the best DJ mixes and sets that have dropped in recent weeks.

A marriage, bible references and a house that went up in flames. Alongside previewing new versions of the album's songs, Kanye was joined by artists such as Shenseea, Westside Gunn, DaBaby and Marilyn Manson.

Got a Carnival-shaped hole in your social calendar this bank holiday weekend? Fill it up with these banging tunes.

As we approach Peak Festival Weekend, here's a rundown of the who, what, where – and infection rates – of the summer’s previous music events.

The cult singer-producer talks reconnecting with Playboi Carti, singing in Spanish with Bad Bunny and her forthcoming album.

Some of 2021's most hyped albums are from Pop Smoke, DMX and now, Aaliyah. So what's the difference between honouring a legacy and cashing in?

The DJ is leaving after 10 years hosting the station’s beloved breakfast show. “[It] was as much a surprise for us as it was for our listeners,” NTS said in a statement.