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Britain’s beloved festivals take a big ol’ blow
It’s been announced by the Association of Independent Festivals that a quarter of independent festivals have been cancelled over Covid insurance fears. Booooo!
Can Dua Lipa top Future Nostalgia?
The superstar’s second album has been the defining pop record of the 2020s. On her new single Houdini, Dua has teamed up with Tame Impala to take a different musical direction.
Croc nation: the divisive shoe is here to stay
2020 in review: In October, it was confirmed that Crocs had made $117.2m in retail sales in spite of the Covid-19 pandemic. Here‘s why the foamy footwear that seems to fit our “unprecedented times” has seen a palpable shift towards acceptance in 2020 – whether you like it or not.
The legend of Michael Gandolfini
With prequel movie The Many Saints of Newark about to hit cinemas, Michael Gandolfini talks stepping into the role that his late father, James, made so famous: that of Tony Soprano, the complex mob boss whose legacy has endured as one of TV’s greatest ever characters.
How protesting took over a pandemic-riddled world
2020 in review: In a year of lockdown and social distancing, millions have hit the street to stand in solidarity against injustices that pre-existed – and were made worse by – the government mishandling of Covid-19.
“He had a lust for life”: Anthony Bourdain superfans on his legacy
To coincide with the release of new documentary Roadrunner, directed by Morgan Neville, we asked some of the culinary legend’s superfans about the impact he had on them.
Monthly mix roundup: Romantic reggaeton, apocalyptic hardcore and Irish mysticism
Chal Ravens gathers March’s highlights with sets from Sherelle, Space Afrika, DJ Florentino and many more.
George McCallum’s controversial cakes have more than a few layers to them
From edible cigarettes to condom lollipops and the Great British Pub, the creative director-cum-master baker gives us a taster of the magic ingredients that go into his creations.
Negropop are thriving in the depths of the UK rap underground
The high-energy collective loves raw production and lo-fi aesthetics, and they’re part of a wider network across London and Manchester.
The making of How to Have Sex, the British film of the year
Fishbowls, blowjobs and cheesy Euro-bangers: the powerful and provocative Cannes prize-winner is the holiday film to end them all. We asked its cast and crew all about it.
Hear Pure Immanence’s mix of soothing space music
The New York duo’s ambient blends take you to another place.
Coronavirus-themed jewellery – yes, you read that right
Immie Spilsbury’s wash-your-hands tap signet rings are a sign of the times.
Servant’s Rupert Grint and Nell Tiger Free on Harry Potter, jump scares and joining Instagram
The British pair reunite for a second season of M. Night Shyamalan’s Apple TV+ chiller series. The scariest part? They can hardly make it through scenes without collapsing in laughter.
In photos: the sweat-soaked ecstasy of British clubs
Contact, a new photobook by Harry Hawkes, documents the intoxicating bodies gathering in clubs post-pandemic, all in the name of human interaction.
Decentralised partying: is Telegram nightlife’s new rave flyer?
Widely used as a protesting tool thanks to its encrypted messaging capabilities, party organisers are increasingly using the platform to put on secret DIY raves, recreating all the thrill, hedonism and anonymity of the acid house days.