ON THE RADAR

A’Whora – Raw Elegance
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A’Whora – Raw Elegance

A’Whora, known for her straight-talking attitude on Drag Race, teams up with photographer Matt Ford for an editorial that ditches the usual camp. This shoot marks a key moment in A’Whora’s evolution from reality star to fashion influencer. More than just a drag performer, she sees herself as a creative force, styling and selecting all the outfits for the shoot.

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Private Blizzard: Dhruv's Journey
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Private Blizzard: Dhruv's Journey

In his debut album Private Blizzard, Dhruv captures the emotional turbulence of personal growth and heartache. Inspired by a Margaret Atwood poem, the album blends intimate lyrics with grand, expansive sounds. From heartbreak to healing, Dhruv's collaboration with Grammy-nominated producer JT Daly brings a unique sonic experience to life.

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On the Radar: Laura-Mary Carter
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On the Radar: Laura-Mary Carter

Laura-Mary Carter, renowned musician, explores the vibrant Brighton music scene and its influence on her work. In this exclusive interview, she reflects on her creative journey, the evolution of her solo career, and her experiences with Blood Red Shoes. Carter offers insights into her inspirations, recording process, and balancing contrasting musical projects.

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Don’t sleep on Henry Rowley
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Don’t sleep on Henry Rowley

Scroll through your ‘For You’ page for long enough and you’ll likely come across Henry Rowley (if you’re not already one of his 1.3 million followers), where the Leicester-born comedian posts his distinct sketches, impressions, and parodies, making fun of everything from Harry Potter to the Soho House wait staff. This year, however, Henry is bringing his first solo hour-long comedy show to the Edinburgh Fringe and to the stage in London. We get to know the man behind the internet’s favourite characters it loves to hate.

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David Holmes, a galloping man
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David Holmes, a galloping man

In the silence preceding the symphony, David Holmes, DJ, producer, and composer (Ocean's Eleven, Killing Eve, Hunger) emerges as a masterful storyteller of sonic tales. His first album after a 15-year hiatus, is not merely a collection of songs but a musical odyssey guiding listeners through uncharted soundscapes. In this intimate interview, we delve into the very heart of Holmes's creativity, unraveling the mysteries behind each chord and lyric. Join us as the artist shares the inspirations, challenges, and revelatory moments that shaped his most recent musical creation.

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Shining a Light on Ari Abdul
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Shining a Light on Ari Abdul

Ari Abdul is entering her reputation era. With her dark tones and euphoric instrumentals, Ari creates a funhouse mirror reflection of what she has seen online, the messed up and the toxic, filtering this through a character that embodies all the parts of yourself you want to kill. In her new EP “CCTV”, her ‘villain arc’ reaches new sonic heights.

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On the Radar: Yawä//Zē
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On the Radar: Yawä//Zē

We met the electronic music composer Yawä//Zē in Ibiza to chat about the release of his upcoming new project Å // Ä // Ā, how artificial intelligence influences our lives, who inspires him and why he buries cassettes around the island.

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Feathered Friends
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Feathered Friends

The number of unwanted parrots kept as pets has been drastically increasing over the last few years, which should challenge us to question what we can do to improve this situation and how we can actively help. London-based photographer Christian Trippe was granted access to the Foster Parrots sanctuary in Rhode Island, USA, to take portraits of some of their residents. An exclusive selection of prints are now available online as part of their annual fundraiser event. We spoke to their Executive Director Karen Windsor in the following interview.

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Tilly Lockey – Bionic girl
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Tilly Lockey – Bionic girl

Tilly, diagnosed with meningococcal septicaemia at 15 months, lost both her hands. But she defied the odds, surviving and inspiring her family to promise her new hands. After trying various prosthetics she discovered Open Bionics, receiving unique, customisable bionic arms. Today at 17, Tilly embraces her differences, flaunting her style and confidence as a model, presenter and motivational speaker.

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Wild Child
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Wild Child

Maverick soulman Will Heard has been feted as one to watch in the UK music industry ever since he appeared on the massive deep house hit Sonnentanz (Sun Don't Shine) a decade ago. Now, having navigated high and lows both personal and professional, the talented singer-songwriter finally prepares to break out with his stunning debut album Wild.

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In conversation with Brandon Wen
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In conversation with Brandon Wen

On the morning of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp’s fashion department's annual fashion show, we met with recently-appointed director Brandon Wen to discuss The Show 2023 and delve into the academic life at this renowned fashion academy. The Show 2023 is the first under Wen’s watch, so there is a palpable air of excitement.

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Khamari, A Brief Nirvana.
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Khamari, A Brief Nirvana.

Distinct, yet familiar: LA vocal visionary Khamari, defining the past, present and future of R&B to come, just released his debut album “A Brief Nirvana” with RCA Records. We chat to him at our studios, during his London visit.

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Joe Unknown, an ideal for living
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Joe Unknown, an ideal for living

With just five songs gradually released since 2021 (“Ride”, “Kicks”, “Silent”, “Gang” and “Hell Of Mine”), this enigmatic British dude has become one of the fresher sensations in alternative music (call it punk, post punk, hip hop, urban or whatever you can think of). He will be playing festivals all over Europe this spring and summer. We caught up with him before his name is more known and famous.

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The in-between worlds of Kat Duma
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The in-between worlds of Kat Duma

Singer, musician, writer and producer Kat Duma was born in Belgrade, Serbia, and now lives in Toronto. She’s making a name for herself in the electronic pop scene, with a very personal style that embraces mystery, imagination and avant-garde spirit whilst also being irresistibly catchy and cool. After releasing five singles over the last three years, she’s finally releasing her first album, Real Life. We caught up with Kat and found her very talkative and friendly.

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Half Alive: Not just entertainment
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Half Alive: Not just entertainment

Josh Taylor (vocals), J. Tyler Johnson (bass) and Bett Kramer (drums) formed Half Alive (also known as half•alive) in Long Beach, California in 2016. In just a few years, they’ve gained recognition and success in the modern pop scene, especially because of their dancey and uplifting electro songs and playful performances. We talked to Josh about the history and philosophy of the trio.

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On the Radar: The Overland
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On the Radar: The Overland

If you haven’t heard about The Overland now is the time. We met the successful blood cousins from Tucson, Arizona in London and talked about their origins, the desert, the best about playing live and more.

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On the radar – The Strays newcomer Maria Almeida
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On the radar – The Strays newcomer Maria Almeida

Starring in new thriller The Strays (in selected cinemas now and on Netflix Wednesday Feb 22nd), actress and dancer Maria Almeida takes on her first film role. She plays Mary, a normal teen girl who finds her family under threat from ghosts from the past…

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The Liquorice Experiment, swinging Valencia
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The Liquorice Experiment, swinging Valencia

They play garage, beat and psychedelic rock in the best British 60’s tradition, but most of this band is from the coastal city of Valencia, in Spain. They’ve just released their first album, “How Many Lies” and they’re ready to take their energetic and pure live shows all over Europe.

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