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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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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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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 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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On the radar: Stella Explorer. Space is the place
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On the radar: Stella Explorer. Space is the place

Stella Cartriers Langefors, aka Stella Explorer, is one of the most promising acts in the global pop scene. Her debut EP, Dorkay House, makes us think about a renewed Lana del Rey, Lykke Li or Neneh Cherry, but with a strong personality of her own and both a classical and a modern electronic feel. We talked to her in London.

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On the radar: Get yourself connected with Eli Smart.
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On the radar: Get yourself connected with Eli Smart.

He’s only 23 years old, but this kid from Kauai is building a promising career in pop music, that kept the attention from people like Elton John and Paul McCartney. The smart Eli Smart tells us about his life, philosophy and ambitions (and why he made up the label ‘Aloha Soul’ to define his music) in this conversation.

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On the Radar: Gutié
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On the Radar: Gutié

A lot has been said about Ibiza, but away from tourism and clubbing culture there’s what some call the real part of the island. In one of those breathing spaces we met the sculptor Oscar Gutiérrez who kindly welcomed us at his home and showed us his monumental work.

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A wave of fresh air
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A wave of fresh air

If you have been to Ibiza you know the island is pretty special – we went and met legends Mark Barrott and Pete Gooding at Mark’s place to hablar de la vida. The duo is responsible for the La Torre Ibiza compilations. The 4th volume has just been released – it’s a beautiful compilation that brings the Balearic feel to your ears and soul.

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Call me Holly
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Call me Holly

A few months back our very loved junior writer decided to make it public and came out as trans. We asked Holly what this important moment means to her and how she feels about her new life.

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A bit of Fi
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A bit of Fi

London’s own original club kid and musically gifted, ethereal goddess, Fi McCluskey takes on a new kind of sound for her upcoming eponymous EP, including the gorgeously lyrical ‘A Bit of You’. We sat down with Fi in-between her eclectic outfit changes to talk a bit more on queer spaces and what happens when trip-pop meets psyche.

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In conversation with Tempesst
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In conversation with Tempesst

We had the pleasure to link up with Tempesst, the colourful sound-blended gang are now based in Hackney, London. We find out about their brilliant new record Must Be a Dream, their own label Pony Recordings, and what’s coming next. 

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In conversation with Rhumba Club
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In conversation with Rhumba Club

Featured in GQ magazine’s list of new artists to watch in 2020, Tom Falle, talks to us about his band, Rhumba Club — a synth driven, 80’s inspired outfit which aims to add a bit of genuine provocation into the pop landscape.

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