For the culture: the Wireless crowd in photos
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Rated by The Face: a weekly playlist
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The Face Mix 004: Juls
The British-born Ghanaian producer whose discography includes work with Lauryn Hill, Burna Boy, Mr Eazi, Not3s and Kojo Funds takes us on an hour-long tour through the Ghana highlife genre.
Spike Fuck: Burnt out on love
The Melbourne artist has endured heartache, drug addiction, a mental health crisis and a run-in with the law – now she’s back with the stunning new release Body by Crystal.
Velvet Negroni: the music’s all that matters
Having shrugged off cosigns from the likes of Justin Vernon and GOOD Music and signed to 4AD, the Minneapolis artist is creating something he truly believes in.
Headie One and Skepta: behind the scenes of their new video
The Tottenham heavyweights have joined forces for new single Back to Basics. The Face was there on the shoot.
Rated by The Face: a weekly playlist
The best contemporary music – refreshed weekly.
Peggy Gou’s DJ-Kicks invites us into her deep record collection
Review: Gou has become a high-demand club DJ. Her instalment of the esteemed mix series explores some of her softer musical preferences.
How blink-182 made pop-punk embrace the mainstream
Just before the turn of the millennium, blink-182 broke through with Enema of the State and starred in American Pie, ditching traditional punk principles and epitomising late ’90s teen culture.
100% Pen Gutt: the Norse “pretty boy” blending rap and folk music
A “sad tumblr girl” aesthetic with an indie sound to match, Pen Gutt shares the DIY visuals for his track Bare Dans.
Club regulars 009: Danielle
DJ and former Phonica employee Danielle guides us through one of the UK’s most exciting nightlife cities: Bristol.
The Thom Yorke solo album we deserve
Review: Nine songs of stress-electronica, elegantly crafted, and revealing hidden depths, meanings, melodies and anger.
The Face Mix 003: Sentimental Rave
Absorb an hour of pure intensity from the Paris artist.
Rated by The Face: a weekly playlist
The best contemporary music – refreshed weekly.
black midi’s Schlagenheim busts open the post-rock template
Review: The young London band’s vocals sometimes feel like an afterthought, but their innovative approach to playing justifies a lot of the hype.
The Real Deal: An honest interview with Brooke Candy
Now free from major label bullshit, the daring artist is no longer limited by anyone else’s fears.
Why has Perfume Genius become the soundtrack of teen angst?
The performer’s fragile vocals have recently appeared in teen properties like The Goldfinch, The Society, 13 Reasons Why and Eighth Grade.
What tunes get boxer Joshua Buatsi pumped?
The light heavyweight boxer made a playlist for The Face, featuring Drake, Dave & J Hus and Take That (yes, really).
On Tour: intimate photos of the late DJ Rashad
A photography book documents the much-loved footwork pioneer from 2011-2014, as he pushed the underground Chicago sound across the globe.
Rated by The Face: a weekly playlist
The best contemporary music – refreshed weekly.
Danish alt-pop band LISS was tapped for stardom, then disappeared. Why?
A few years back, the Copenhagen indie pop band caught a buzz. After some healing, they’re ready to share new material with the rest of the world.
Curated by Amy Taylor: The Sniffers’ vocalist on Australia’s punk scene
Rising from Melbourne’s scuzzy punk community, Amyl and The Sniffers’ rowdy frontwoman recommends some Aussie peers.
Get familiar with Megan Thee Stallion’s freestyle powers
From rapping in her hometown to the XXL Freshman cypher, the H-Town Hottie is one of the best MCs when it comes to freestyling.
