London
How should we remember the victims of 7/7?
Akram Khan's Olympic tribute still packs a punch — On the tenth anniversary of the 7/7 terrorist attacks on London, few tributes are able to distance themselves from nationalism and divisiveness. But for a brief moment in 2012, an old hymn and some subtle choreography gave us a moment of collective reflection. In fact, it might be all we have, says Alex Robert Ross.
Written by: Alex Robert Ross
The freshest young filmmakers at the East End Film Festival
Five not-to-miss screenings — Discover challenging filmmaking and up-and-coming directors of the 14th East End Film Festival.
Written by: Robin Nierynck
Five things we learned from London’s anti-austerity march
National Demonstration Against Austerity — From Athens to Andalucia, growing numbers of Europeans are taking a stand against austerity. Here’s what we learned from the hundreds of thousands who took to the streets on Saturday to protest the new UK government’s policy of cuts and privatisations.
Written by: Robin Nierynck
A journey through London's old rave spots
New book: Uncommon London — With his new book Uncommon London, editor Michael Fordham, explores the cultural history of the city's storied streets. In this extract he revisits the locations of underground raves in the '90s.
Written by: Michael Fordham
The art of the collage is flourishing between Brooklyn and London
New group show by Something in the Attic — American and English image hackers put on group show to celebrate the art of scissor and glue.
Written by: HUCK HQ
Shouting from the rooftops
How London Pirate Radio changed the sound of a nation — Exhibition looks at the legacy of London's pirate radio stations and how they fostered vibrant subcultures by bringing new music to the airwaves.
Written by: Megan White
Stockwell Skatepark is a Utopia for all in the heart of an unequal city
The history of one of London's most prominent spots — Filmmaker and writer Jason Caines, whose documentary with Katya Ochagavia Long Live Stockwell recently aired on BBC3, reflects on five decades of an egalitarian skate space.
Written by: Jason Caines
Look beyond the party princesses and pavement pizzas: Dalston is a Land of Kings
East London hype — A rundown of the best sights, sounds and eats at London's Land of Kings festival.
Written by: Gabriela Helfet
Five things we learnt from Billy Bragg’s Changing Britain talk
Take a stand — Political musician gives his take on Russell Brand, social media, electoral reform and new radical music.
Written by: Katherine McLaughlin
Palma Violets, the band that got signed to Rough Trade after writing six songs
New Album: Danger In The Club — Huck spoke to Palma Violets' Chilli Jesson about making it big in a crumbling industry and second album fear.
Written by: Megan White
