
Fakemink, Mechatok and Ecco2k’s Makka is a euphoric underground anthem
Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Arca, Acopia, Wolf Alice and Alessi Rose.
Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Arca, Acopia, Wolf Alice and Alessi Rose.
It’s hard out there for leftfield musicians. But this independent label and event series proves there’s still plenty of people who want to go out and have their ears challenged.
Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: PinkPantheress, Isaiah Hull and James Massiah
Alt-pop’s rising star on dodging fuckboys, swapping wardrobes with Jacob Elordi and the dark depths of HorseTok.
With a little help from Corteiz boss Clint, there's a new edition of Simon's sought-after book Don't Call Me Urban.
Four musicians, four sets of filmmakers, four cities – we teamed up with Nike to celebrate explosive music scenes from across Europe. Get to know Chy Cartier, Cora, Crystallmess and RenzNiro: the forward-thinking artists who sound local – and think global.
Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Bambii, Mya Mehmi, Nilüfer Yanya and Smerz.
The much-loved NYC producer/DJ pioneered the deep reggaeton sound. Turns out he’s also into incense, biblical phrases and music from the Romantic period.
The Belgian three-dayer has some of the most credible DJs, surreal stages and an art programme you actually want to see.
Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Lorde, Isabella Lovestory, Nia Archives, Fine and Lixo.
From dubstep rollers to percussive jazz, the 24-year-old has a reputation for being one of Brussels’ most eclectic record-spinners.
Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: BXKS, Snuggle, Joviale and Heavy Lungs.
Ahead of his posthumous album Quit To Play Chess, the radical musician’s friends, family and big-name collaborators reflect on his struggles and his soul-stirring charm.
Guide to Modern Living: The A.K. and Jai Paul approved musician loves a niche YouTube video, is surprisingly accident prone and used to be a fireman. Piqued your interest?
The Los Angeles music journalist has put on his Von Dutch cap and delved into the alluringly sleazy world of '00s celebrity culture.
Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Turnstile, Sherelle, Sorry and Deela.
Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: 2hollis, Fakemink, Rosie Lowe and Jawnino.
Guide to Modern Living: The Glasgwegian cyberfolk duo share their wisdom on the internet, superstition and doing drugs at the dinner table.
The underground musician formerly known as Spooky Black has battled addiction and endured an uncomfortable relationship with viral fame. With his former alias distant in the rearview mirror, he’s now fumbling for glimmers of hope on his new album, Crisis Kid.
Also on the Rated by The Face playlist: Bb trickz, Avalon Emerson, YT and MJ Lenderman.