Monthly mix roundup: potent electro, mutant riddims and forest rave techno
Chal Ravens’ column collects the best DJ mixes and sets that have dropped in recent weeks.
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In photos: Kanye West’s DONDA event in Chicago
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.
Notting Hill Carnival legends on their most-loved tracks
Got a Carnival-shaped hole in your social calendar this bank holiday weekend? Fill it up with these banging tunes.
Festival Season ’21: Covid rates best to worst
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.
Level Unlocked: An interview with ABRA
The cult singer-producer talks reconnecting with Playboi Carti, singing in Spanish with Bad Bunny and her forthcoming album.
When I’m Gone: is it ethical to release music by deceased artists?
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?
Charlie Bones announces NTS departure live on air
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.
A curious listener’s guide to African music genres
Dropping a few amapiano tracks in your DJ sets? Please, do your research. Here’s a guide to help you explore.
100% Finn Askew: Somerset’s new heartthrob
The viral music star talks small-town life, hating Boris and following his emo instincts.
How girl in red went from singing in a small town to making the big time
In partnership with Spotify
Shaun Ryder: “I’d forgotten I had made this album”
After making it big in reality TV, Madchester’s Mad Hatter is back with his first solo album in 18 years – a “delusional ADHD Sgt. Pepper”. His words, not ours.
Sherelle reveals the Black and LGBTQ+ artists for her label’s debut compilation
BEAUTIFUL PRESENTS: BEAUTIFUL VOL. 1 features tracks from Loraine James, Tim Reaper, Grove and more.
100% ericdoa: hyperpop’s subversive leading man
The elusive artist on Prince, overthinking, his daily routine and his compulsive new single back n forth, which is out today.
Junglist: the heady tale of a music genre’s mid-’90s explosion
Penned by photographer Eddie Otchere and writer Andrew Green in 1995, the cult classic novel told the story of how Jungle shaped the Black British music scene. Now, it’s being republished.
Alfie Templeman proves you can be a global success from your bedroom
In partnership with Spotify
Vinyl records are bad for the environment – it’s time for that to change
In light of the recent IPCC climate report, it’s high time the music industry reconsiders its approach. Now, a label has figured out how to produce 100 per cent recyclable records.
Lizzo’s comeback single Rumours features Cardi B
Two of music’s biggest, loudest personalities have joined forces. Brace yourself for an absolute banger.
Love climbing? Get your ears around this
In partnership with Sonos
Inside Ariana Grande’s Fortnite virtual concert
The pop sensation broke records this weekend after headlining the game’s interactive Rift Tour, which featured some fan-favourite songs and a touching tribute to Mac Miller.
It turns out The Weeknd is a big fan of Arca
Could there be a collab on the horizon? We sure hope so.
Does music taste matter in a relationship?
THE FACE speaks to five loved-up couples about bonding and bickering over the Bluetooth speaker.
Kanye West taps Demna Gvasalia for DONDA’s second release party
It’s been an eventful two weeks since Ye’s phantom album release party at Atlanta’s Mercedes Benz Stadium. Now, he’s got fashion’s most subversive name by his side.
Is Skepta working on an all-female album?
Some Insta sleuthing suggests that the UK’s biggest grime MC could be planning a project that champions female talent.
Rated by The Face: a weekly playlist
Skepta gets suited and booted, Potter Payper polishes his sound and Ayra Starr unleashes her star potential.
