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Potter Payper Lets Us Know He’s “Multifaceted” in Latest UK Rap Smash
UK rap titan Potter Payper has just dropped a brand new single titled "Multifaceted," kicking his year off in style as the rumors of a debut album continue to circulate.Dubbed by many fans as UK rap royalty, life has been non-stop for Potter Payper since he was released from prison in 2020. After regaining freedom, the Essex-based rapper released his 2020 Vision EP before treating fans with his much-anticipated Training Day 3 mixtape, the third in a series of iconic road rap mixtapes. Then, Payper returned to the fold with his last project, Thanks For Waiting, in 2021, which featured his smash single and Top Boy-cosigned track "Gangsteritus" featuring Tiggs Da Author.Now, after 12 months away from releasing music -- thanks to a highly-successful UK tour -- Potter Payper is back with "Multi...
Leica Celebrates 60 Years of ‘James Bond’ With the D-Lux 7 007 Edition
Leica has teamed up with EON Productions for a photography exhibition featuring some of the most iconic James Bond images, in tandem with the special release of their limited D-Lux 7 007 Edition.From its sophisticated exterior to its high-performance technical specifications, the special edition D-Lux 7 takes on the refinement, discreetness, and readiness for action of the iconic double agent. Subtly adorning the body and hand grip is a repeated rhombus textured pattern, which ensures a firm and safe handling of the high-end compact camera. The signature 007 logo is imprinted onto the top plate, while the legendary gun-barrel design is engraved on the lens cap to emulate the opening sequence of every James Bond films.When it comes to technicality, the D-Lux 7 007 Edition is integrated with...
UPDATE: Banksy’s ‘Valentine’s Day Mascara’ Mural Has Been Dismantled By Local Authorities
UPDATE, Feb 14: Earlier today, Banksy confirmed that the artwork which appeared on a wall in Margate, Kent, was officially theirs -- and now, just a matter of hours after the announcement, it has been altered.The work, titled Valentine's Day mascara, depicted a distressing implication of a housewife showing signs of being subjected to domestic abuse.Now, the local council has removed parts of the artwork -- notably the freezer and other objects around the main art piece. In a statement from Thanet District Council, it said: "A fridge freezer which is believed to have been part of the installation has been removed by council operatives on the grounds of safety as it was on public land."This is despite the fact the freezer had reportedly been there, in a state of trash, for weeks.It has also...
Central Cee Is All About Commitment in His Latest Single “Me and You”
West London rapper Central Cee is back with a new single dubbed “Me and You,” his own spin on a love song just before Valentine’s Day.There are not many artists that can capture a generation of new-school rap fans in the way that Central Cee has. His songs always hit big numbers and his smart use of samples, meme-worthy lyrics and club-friendly instrumentals often find themselves in the heat of raves and car cruises alike.Now, Central Cee has returned with a brand-new track and the musician is once again tapping into his more vulnerable side, similarly to his recently dropped single "Let Go," which sampled Passenger's 2012-released record "Let Her Go."Produced by EY and Razor, the new single is a Valentine's Day special from Central Cee and the rapper speaks about his admiration for his cu...
Bone Soda to Open Its New London-Based Creative Hub “DIJONSS”
London-based creative hub Bone Soda is opening a "purposeful modular space" that allows like-minded people to learn new skills, connect with new peers, and foster creative thinking. For those who are unaware of Bone Soda, it is one of many things. Standing as a record label, creative studio, party thrower, and fashion line, the collective -- run by close friends Skinny Macho, Truce Susan, and Sofie -- was originally launched almost seven years ago. Its hosted events that have captured the best emerging talent in the country and gave the stage to some of the biggest artists in the world. For example, one of Bone Soda's most iconic parties featured Nigerian rapper Rema, before it led to an after-party hosted by PinkPantheress.Now, Bone Soda has just shared the news that its new home for all ...
Broadwick Live Opens the Doors to “Thin Air” at London’s Beams
An all-new collaborative exhibition space is coming to the British capital, welcoming multifaceted creatives from around the globe to showcase transformative artwork at Beams in East London. Spearheaded by Broadwick Live — the group behind Printworks, Field Day, and The Drumsheds — a 55-thousand-square-foot industrial warehouse will be reimagined into one of the U.K.'s largest presentation spaces to date. Titled "Thin Air," the program will be dominated by seven contemporary artists and collectives working in the art and technology sector. Digital artist Alex Czetwertynski will curate the showcase, seeing creatives interact with the space and its extensive surroundings. Works by James Clar will be on display, which utilize meditation and sound to induce an increased imaginative state. Matt...
Nia Archives Is All About Self-Love in Her New Single “Conveniency”
Lo-fi jungle singer and songwriter, Nia Archives has just released a brand new single entitled "Conveniency," and it's the latest track to come from her forthcoming EP, Bang Ur Head Against Tha Wall, which is due on March 10.Recently, the Yorkshire-born musician has had a busy few months. For example, the artist picked up a MOBO award, BRITs Rising Star Award, DJ Mag award, and also placed third in the BBC's Sound Poll, cementing herself as one of the most exciting rising artists from the UK right now.With this in mind, the jungle and D&B producer has just dropped her first single of 2023 and it unveils a more honest side Archives, one that sees her stand up for herself against selfishness within friendships and love. The record also comes with some accompanying visuals -- directed by ...
Manchester City F.C. Could Face Expulsion From the Premier League
The current Premier League champions, Manchester City, have been charged with breaking financial regulations for more than 10 years and it could see the club face expulsion from England’s top-flight league.Since 2008 -- the year the blue side of Manchester was taken over by its current owner of Sheikh Mansour -- City has been one of the most dominant sides in England, while the team has also picked up four Premier League titles over the last five years under its current manager, Pep Guardiola.The charges, which have been released by the Premier League this morning, have been outlined as "unprecedented" and they accuse the club of repeatedly failing to provide accurate financial information. In addition, the Cityzens have also been accused of not disclosing contractual payments and failing ...
slowthai Is Going on a £1 GBP Tour of UK Pubs
British musician slowthai has announced that he will be touring a selection of pubs throughout the UK -- and tickets will be on sale for one pound. The rapper has just announced his third studio album UGLY, while also sharing his first single from the project "Selfish," and now, the artist has confirmed six dates for his Best Night Of Your Life pub tour. The tour will commence on February 28 at the Independent pub in Sunderland and will finish at The Black Prince in slowthai's home of Northampton on March 3.This new pub tour marks the second time slowthai has offered super cheap tickets for his listeners. Back in 2019, the rapper toured another selection of pubs -- with tickets costing 99p -- in celebration of his debut album Nothing Great About Britain, and when announcing the dates, he s...
PinkPantheress Taps Ice Spice for ”Boys a Liar Pt. 2” Remix
PinkPantheress and Ice Spice, two of the most in-demand artists in the world right now, have connected to give PinkPantheress' hit single, "Boy's A Liar," a star-studded remix.Back in November of last year, PinkPantheress released the original singe, a track that she co-produced alongside Mura Masa. On the surface, the record taps into modern-day relationship struggles and the toxic boyfriends that come part and parcel with them. With this in mind, this new remix -- which includes some of the K-pop elements that Ice Spice is best known for -- sees the duo call out their respective men for their past wrongdoings.And while the new release is a remix, it still contains a lot of the same content as the original. For example, the hook remains the same, while Ice Spice then continues to switch u...
J Hus Could Be Releasing His Very Own Movie
Following the release of his last critically-acclaimed album Big Conspiracy in 2022, along with a recent announcement that his third studio album is expected to drop this year, East London rapper J Hus has now teased that his very own movie could be coming in 2023.Over recent years, fans have become used to turbulence and hiatuses throughout the career of J Hus. For example, his last album came as a random surprise with no press run or promotion -- yet it still landed at number one in the UK charts. However, like many creatives of Hus' caliber, he has his fingers in many different pies; he already runs his own clothing line, The Ugliest, and now it appears that the musician and designer could soon enter the world of script writing and movie directing.Taking to Instagram last night, the 26-...
Wu-Tang Clan, Nas, Little Simz and The Prodigy Amongst World-Renowned Parklife Line-Up
Manchester’s celebrated Parklife Festival announces its full 2023 line-up, slating seven acclaimed headline artists across the two-day event. Returning to its Heaton Park stomping ground, the latest installment will expand from eight stages – including the famous Valley, Hangar and Main stages – to a total of 10 kitted out spaces. The new additions amplify Parklife’s prodigious status as the UK’s largest metropolitan festival, set to welcome more attendees than ever before. Across the stages, a number of household names in hip-hop, rap and indie rock will join its signature offering of electronic DJs. On the staggering headline bill, Parklife taps Manchester’s very-own Aitch in a UK festival exclusive, as well as The Prodigy who gear up for their first performance since 2018. In an homage ...
