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How Thundercat closed his longest chapter
Riding out the storm — The LA Virtuoso concluded a difficult period with the release of his best work so far. If there’s one thing the past few years have taught him, it’s that life is as fleeting as it is precious – so he plans to continue living it to the fullest.
Written by: Niall Flynn
Benny the Butcher: "I will always find a way to win"
Defying the odds — Following the release of his new record Burden of Proof, rapper Benny the Butcher talks to Huck about his turbulent upbringing dealing drugs on Montana Avenue, to his ascension to legend status.
Written by: Thomas Hobbs
The incredible true story of Beverly Glenn-Copeland
Keyboard fantasies — The American musician achieved cult status in his 70s. But that’s just one small chapter in a life unlike any other – a life filled with beauty and trauma in equal measure.
Written by: Ben Smoke
Mavi is on a far-reaching quest for greatness
Rising like the sun — The Charlotte native is a budding neuroscientist wise beyond his years, who also happens to be one of hip hop’s brightest hopes. Regardless of the subject, he’s driven by a desire to seek out answers – no matter how uncomfortable the truth might be.
Written by: Thomas Hobbs
Akwaeke Emezi on death, magic and life as an outsider
‘My community is real and valid’ — We speak to the trailblazing author behind one of the most anticipated books of the year, The Death of Vivek Oji.
Written by: Kate Wyver
Chad Muska on the legacy of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater
‘It was all such a crazy dream’ — With the game set to be re-released next month, we caught up with the legendary skater to chat about its impact and the future of skateboarding.
Written by: Nic Dobija-Nootens
‘I don’t know if the UK has an appetite for socialism’
James Dean Bradfield — Manic Street Preachers frontman James Dean Bradfield has just released an album dedicated to radical leftist hero Victor Jara. He tells us why.
Written by: Jeremy Allen
Keleketla!: A global music and activism collaboration
From LA to Lagos — We talk to London DJ duo Coldcut about their new project, which features a cast of rising (and already established) musical talent from around the world.
Written by: Jeremy Allen
Talking Heads’ Chris Frantz on love, feuds and crack cocaine
‘I have more empathy now’ — The former Talking Heads drummer discusses his new memoir, Remain In Love: a reflection on his formidable career, and the lifelong love affair that carried him through it.
Written by: Daniel Dylan Wray
Meet the artist leading floristry’s youthful takeover
In partnership with Squarespace — Surviving the perils of being a freelancer is tough – now more than ever. In partnership with Squarespace, we're supporting independent artists to create original work that responds to these testing times. In the latest instalment, we profile Harriet Parry, a creative force known for her floral interpretations of iconic artworks.
Written by: Michael Fordham
