New Parisian Noise
Open-minded collectives like 99GINGER are giving the French capital’s party scene a much needed shake-up.
Open-minded collectives like 99GINGER are giving the French capital’s party scene a much needed shake-up.
22 for ’22: the musicians who are going to smash it in the months ahead. Dig in.
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 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.
Featuring Rema’s booty-bouncing anthem, Yaw Tog’s Stormzy-assisted Sore remix and Niniola’s confessional R&B.
Brace yourself: the likes of Cardi B, Burna Boy and City Girls are playing this weekend.
Tems, Enny and Gabriels are playing on the Spotlight Stage at the Brighton festival.
Every month, Wale Oloworekende covers the continent’s most exciting releases and music news stories for THE FACE.
Rated by THE FACE: a playlist featuring Amaarae, J Hus, Anz and PinkPantheress.
Asake mixes afrobeats and amapiano, Finn Foxell goes punk and Clipz delivers a bank holiday banger.
Review: A majestic second album marks a significant personal growth for the UK rapper.
The South African superproducer duo celebrate the genre that’s enjoying a moment in the sun.
Teezee, Fresh L and Boj's debut album Pioneers is a crowning moment for Nigeria‘s altê movement.
Will AJ’s fists of fury beat Tyson Fury? “Hundred per cent. Hundred per cent.” You heard it from the horse’s mouth.
The best contemporary music – featuring new additions from J Balvin, Shanti Celeste and South London newcomer Darkoo.
Featuring No Rome’s new supergroup, Darkoo’s heartbreak anthem and a Stormzy-assisted Ghanain drill remix.
Featuring filthy club rap from Shygirl and slowthai, Bella Shmurda’s feel-good Afrobeats and Brent Fayiaz’s irresistible R&B.