Rainy Miller

On 14th May, Stone Island, END. and THE FACE are teaming up for Due North, a cross-country celebration of the UK’s sonic output. Sign up for free now.

Inspired by cyphers, sound systems and local music heroes, these cutting-edge artists are keeping folk tradition alive.

Meet designer Randa Kherba, actor Marli Siu, author Moses McKenzie, chef Rahel Stephanie, musician Rainy Miller and photographer Fin Flint – six up and comers across six different disciplines to keep a watchful eye on. They’re gonna be huge.

Experimental artists across the city are onto something special, and even Kanye knows it. We talk to Space Afrika, Blackhaine and CURRENTMOODGIRL about The White Hotel and the power of community.

The Preston musician and Fixed Abode label head presents a soothing showcase of the imaginative artists in his area.