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For London-based native Lord Apex, rap was the foundation of his self-expression from childhood.The 27-year-old admits he’s open to dipping his toes into any musical genre, but his personal connection with American rappers such as French Montana, Lil Wayne, and Mac Miller birthed his appreciation for U.S. hip-hop. In turn, his appreciation and understanding of the genre allowed him to spearhead a new-school wave of underground British hip-hop, over an almost-decade career.Apex began MCing to himself in the late '00s, often downloading beats online while piecing together hooks and rhymes and experimenting with his cadence. As time progressed, so did Apex’s abilities; the rapper went on to include more wit and relatability in his verses — often aligning with British stoners — with records li...

British singer-songwriter King Krule released his latest studio project Space Heavy earlier this summer. He builds on its success by debuting an all-new live performance film shot by New York talent Anna Pollack. King Krule's 27-minute "You'll Never Guess What Happened Next" film documents his sold-out show at The Stephen Talkhouse in Amagansett, NY. Pollack follows Krule and his band across state lines, showing behind-the-scenes footage of his ongoing SHHH Tour. The video is edited with retro detailing, giving off a dated and intimate experience of unreleased tracks and staple Space Heavy tracks. King Krule is preparing to head off on an extensive US, UK, and European tour later this year, with headline shows scheduled to promote Space Heavy's quintessential sound. Experience the magic be...

The island of Ibiza is a safe haven for partygoers across the globe. For Britons, the roots of their love affair with the island can be traced back to the 1960s when the bohemians’ attraction to the Balearic island went hand-in-hand with the after-hours house parties and psychedelic music on vinyl – the perfect soundtrack to Ibiza’s liberating atmosphere, pristine beaches, and captivating Mediterranean backdrops.Over time, Ibiza’s evolving music scene, intertwined with the British revelry and through pulsating beats and open-minded ambiance formed a bond that would shape the island’s identity as a global party capital. Today, Ibiza is home to some of the world’s most iconic stages, such as Amnesia, Pacha, and the inimitable Ushuaïa, where South London-born super-producer, Jax Jones, just p...

After returning to the stage after an almost-three-year hiatus this Summer, Aphex Twin recently performed his headline set at London's Field Day Festival on August 19, providing an all-out assault on the senses.Now, a 360-degree video from his entire set has been shared online, with Richard James using photos of Charlie XCX, the late pop producer SOPHIE, Dua Lipa, Stormzy, and others with his face superimposed on them as visuals for part of the show.Additionally, Aphex Twin returned to Field Day this year alongside a star-studded line-up that included the likes of Bonobo, Arca, Kelela, Fever Ray, Jayda G, Jon Hopkins, Sudan Archives, Mount Kimbie, and more.For Aphex, the legendary British producer treated fans to a 90-minute set of experimental electronica, partnered with a slew of trippy ...

Following the release of his joint four-track EP with Central Cee, Streatham-raised rap star Dave has been on a roll. Planting his feet firmly on the number one spot in the UK charts with "Sprinter," Santan is now back with another collaborative project -- this time linking up with French rapper Tiakola for two new singles, "Meridian" and "Special."The two tracks see the duo exchange verses back and forth in English, French, and Yoruba, a language spoken in West African countries such as Nigeria, the Benin Republic, and parts of Togo and Sierra Leone. Additionally, the lead single, "Meridian" is joined by some accompanying visuals shot in Paris, London, and New York.As a whole, "Meridian" shows Dave's musical growth. For example, the rapper is seen delivering his intricate rhymes in the la...