Resistance

Music

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

Culture

Claude Cahun: Jersey’s queer, anti-Nazi freedom fighter

A soldier with no name — When the island was under Nazi control during the Second World War, two avant-garde artists attempted their own cryptic resistance campaign. Now, 75 years after its liberation, their story is finally being shared.

Written by: Jessie Williams

Film

The quiet resistance of NFL Star Marshawn Lynch

Silence is power — Lynch: A History is a new documentary which examines race, masculinity, media and protest at the turn of the millennium.

Written by: Miss Rosen

Activism

Paul Mason on robots, revolt & why capitalism is fucked

Clear bright future — In his new book, the journalist and activist maps out a clear bright future: one that challenges us to take control of technology and rediscover what makes us human.

Written by: Alex King

Reportage

Inside The Resistance: The young activists fighting for Venezuela’s future

La Resistencia — Anti-government protests in Caracas have already paralysed the Venezuelan capital for months, young people fed up of a corrupt government as hunger and hyperinflation continue. Despite the state violence and constant repression, the resistance movement shows no signs of stopping.

Written by: Bram Ebus

Film

Raving as resistance in Iran's underground party scene

Desert disco — Putting on parties in the desert thousands of kilometres from Tehranm, Anoosh Raki and Arash Shadram found freedom through music in their ultra-conservative country.

Written by: Biju Belinky

Skate

The female pioneers driving Cuba’s emerging skate scene

Amiga Skate — Skating in Cuba is still a huge challenge that requires dedication and hustle. Director Amberly Alene Ellis’ new documentary profiles Cuba’s female skaters, pushing through obstacles even bigger than for their male counterparts.

Written by: Alex King

Activism

Facing a coup, protests erupt in support of Brazilian democracy

Battle lines drawn on the streets of São Paulo — In response to anti-government protests and fears of a media-backed coup d’etat, Brazilian progressives make a show of force in defence of democratic values and the rule of law.

Written by: Alex King

Culture

The Defiance Issue

Out Now — This year Huck is all about attitude. The energy, emotions and lenses on life that create connections across the divide. The Defiance Issue traces a jagged line across the globe, picking up voices of rebellion along the way.

Written by: HUCK HQ

Music

How ‘80s soundsystem culture gave birth to Bristol’s thriving musical underground

Born in the fires of struggle — Jabulani Ngozi of the Black Roots and author Richard King reflect on how a radical spirit of resistance in the 1980s shaped the city’s unique music culture.

Written by: Alex King

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