The best new tracks, picked by our staff
Rated by THE FACE: a playlist featuring Playboi Carti, FKA twigs, Charli xcx and Pa Salieu.
Rated by THE FACE: a playlist featuring Playboi Carti, FKA twigs, Charli xcx and Pa Salieu.
Read Tom Rasmussen's story inspired by the British synth-pop band's classic debut album, The Age of Consent.
100%: To mark the release of her third album My Method Actor, the West London musician tells us all about her love of Natalie Imbruglia’s Torn, stressful showers and finding fans at the dentist.
On the verge of releasing an album that will, undoubtedly, define one era or movement of a still-blossoming career, the Sudanese-Canadian musician is in a place where it might be a challenge to stay grounded. At least, it might be for other artists.
There’s a lot of hype around New York indie-dance trio Fcukers right now. In a semi-closed Chinese restaurant, they proved why everyone’s banging on about them.
100%: The DJ/producer never stays in one place for too long, making them one of the most eclectic and well-travelled selectors out there. We (just about) caught them for a chat ahead of yet another set at Draaimolen fest this weekend.
Social media’s best music creator (aka @marg.mp3) makes sure we hear all the stuff she loves. Caroline Polachek reckons she's “the future of music journalism”. But Margeaux's just happy sharing her favourite albums.
THE FACE's cutting-edge music showcase returned to London last week.
Rated by THE FACE: a playlist featuring Coco & Clair Clair, Tommy Richman, Doechii and Knucks.
The Nigerian city is world-famous for Afrobeats and slick party culture. Now, a growing community of liberally-minded young people are flocking to impromptu venues for hard-hitting house tracks.
The Rotterdam duo never fails to tear up the dancefloor. We quiz them on the secret to a good party, dream collabs and singing My Boo at karaoke. Aww…
Photographer Mariana Pires hit the West London streets to document the celebration of Caribbean culture.
Rated by THE FACE: a playlist featuring Fontaines D.C., Sabrina Carpenter, The Hellp and Central Cee.
100%: Ahead of his Boiler Room performance this weekend, we caught up with the Victory Lap associate about his worst habits, chaotic Instagram DMs and the importance of making people feel sexy.
We asked the cult festival’s nearest and dearest to share their wild stories, favourite sets and dancefloor highlights to raise a glass to FM. Don’t worry – it’ll be back.
New single In the Modern World sees Fontaines frontman Grian Chatten wrestle with feelings of emotional disconnect and alienation from his surroundings. Relatable!
Rated by THE FACE: a playlist featuring Lisa & Rosalía, Babyfather, Cash Cobain and Nilüfer Yanya.
The Ghanaian-Finnish rapper talks perfect dates, flourishing in Helsinki's ballroom scene and the importance of watching music videos on MTV.
On 28th August, we’re hosting a free London show with some of our favourite new artists.
Rated by THE FACE: a playlist featuring Brazy, Asake, Addison Rae and The Dare.
The South East London festival takes place on 24th August.
Rated by THE FACE: a playlist featuring Charli xcx & Billie Eilish, George Daniel, Two Shell and High Vis.
George Daniel, The 1975’s drummer and producer, is a key player in Charli XCX’s world-dominating Brat campaign. Now, he’s launching his club music career with a hard-hitting solo single and shiny new record label. So why does he find DJing small clubs so nerve-wracking?