ON THE RADAR
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.
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.
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.
Miya Folick. Music, community and pleasure.
This Californian singer-songwriter is one of the glossier emerging acts in alternative pop. We talked about her second album, “Roach” and the philosophy behind her work.
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.
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.
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.
On the Radar: Rosalind Eleazar. 3D Anthropology
We sat down with Rosalind Eleazar, star of Apple TV's Slow Horses, to talk about her journey from stage to screen along with the different methods she utilises to bring her characters to life.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
On the radar: Archive Six
As sustainable fashion reaches global heights, we spoke to Thidarat Kaha, founder of Archive Six on designer archives and nostalgia
On the radar: Claudia, Isis and Sophie
Photographer JC Verona teamed up with hairstylist Corrado Tevere from Radio Hair Salon to create a hair and beauty series with upcoming models Claudia, Isis and Sophie. We talked to them to find out how modelling has been treating them so far.
On the radar: Urvashi
We met Indian model Urvashi Umrao to talk about her best modelling job, how she finds balance and how her relationship with her home country has changed since she moved away.
Films on film
A chance encounter with an old projector was the beginning of CINÉ-REAL, the only film club in the UK to exclusively play films in 16mm.
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.
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.