Insights, stories, and spotlights from the world of independent music and entertainment.
Debbi Lisa's Beautiful Darkness is a fully realised creative universe — gothic, atmospheric, emotionally honest music from one of independent music's most compelling voices.
Debbi Lisa's Beautiful Darkness is a fully realised creative universe — gothic, atmospheric, emotionally honest music from one of independent music's most compelling voices.
From DJ Kool Herc's breakbeats to Q-Bert's virtuoso turntablism — the full story of scratching, the instrument that hip-hop invented and the world could not ignore.
Part B Boy, part Beethoven — Thee Phantom & the Illharmonic Orchestra is the original hip-hop orchestra, taking the culture from Philadelphia's Kimmel Center to Carnegie Hall and beyond.
An artist who lives the music he makes — Mic Mountain is a hip hop rapper whose work is rooted in lived experience, raw honesty, and an unshakeable love for the culture.
A rapper, lyricist, and creative force who has never compromised his vision — Bruse Wane builds his reputation the old-fashioned way, through relentless work, sharp pen game, and a commitment to the culture.
British-born and Canadian by choice, Andrew Gillies has spent his career navigating both worlds with intelligence and craft — a performer who carries two cultures within him and brings both to every role.
With a career spanning more than four decades, Joe Cortese has built a body of work that reflects extraordinary range and an unwavering commitment to the craft — from gritty crime dramas to heartfelt stage productions.
FTD affects the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain and is the second leading cause of dementia. An in-depth look at its causes, symptoms, diagnosis challenges, and impact on caregivers.
Independent musicians are no longer waiting for a seat at the table — they are building their own. From bedroom studios to global fanbases, the revolution is here.
Two groundbreaking artists who challenged traditional notions of representation, gender, and power — and walked right into the men's clubhouse and brought it down.
By questioning the linear canon of art history, we reveal deep biases — and discover how women like Frida Kahlo, Georgia O'Keeffe, and Artemisia Gentileschi helped reshape the art world.
Are older men taking control of their health? It certainly seems so. From social media to the gym floor, men over 40 are putting younger generations to shame — and they've got the pictures to prove it.
Forget the major label tour bus. A new generation of artists is booking their own shows, building their own audiences, and keeping every penny of the door.
With streaming platforms hungry for content and audiences craving authenticity, short-form indie filmmakers are having their moment — and it's long overdue.
From Glasgow to Glasgow, artists are turning blank walls into conversation starters. We look at the murals making headlines and the people behind the paint.
Record Store Day numbers are up, pressing plants are backlogged, and a new generation of listeners is discovering the warmth of analogue sound. We dig into the revival.
After hundreds of conversations with artists across every genre, Helen St. Helen shares the questions she always asks — and the ones she never does.
From headliners to hidden gems on the second stage, our guide to the artists worth rearranging your schedule for this festival season.