5 Minutes with Candeleros: Rhythm, Roots, and Revolution
Candeleros are more than just a band, they are a vibrant, genre-defying force that channels the chaotic, celebratory spirit of their roots into electrifying, percussion-driven sounds. Hailing from Venezuela, Colombia, and Argentina, the Madrid-based collective draws together the pulsating rhythms of
Q + A with Skindred: Rebel Music, Raw Energy, and the Power of Sound
In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Benji Webbe, the dynamic frontman of Skindred, a band renowned for fusing reggae, punk, metal, and electronic influences into their signature “ragga metal” sound. Known for their high-energy performances and socially conscious lyrics, Skindred has bu
Q&A with SAFAR: Inside the mind of an Afro House Pioneer
SAFAR is a name that’s quickly becoming synonymous with innovation in the world of Afro House and Organic House. Blending deep rhythms with melodic flourishes, his music creates a rich and immersive experience that resonates with listeners across the globe. Drawing from his African roots and Europ
Q+A with international icon Daada
We sat down with emerging transnational talent Daada to chat about her most recent release, ‘Song for You’, music, and more. A German-Colombian artist raised in Tanzania, Daada creates multilingual music that transcends borders, blending Pop, Afropop, and Latin sounds while weaving stories in En
Q&A with empowered R&B singer Celine Love
A lot has happened since the pandemic began, one of the diamonds that have emerged through these troubling times is Celine Love’s artistry. The songstress rose into the scene in 2019 with the song ‘Rose Coloured’ and now shares two new singles in 2022, one being the charming track ‘Good Girl
Q&A with electronic RnB artist DJ Black Barbie
Image credit: John Nordenstein Stockholm-based DJ Black Barbie left us on the edge of our seats with her latest single ‘SNAKES’. The track was also paired with a vibrant music video that captures the emotional intensity of the lyrics which touch on manipulation in relationships of all kinds. Thi
Interview with upbeat alternative hip-hop artist Mauvey
Releasing the double single ‘Sunday Afternoon / ‘I GET IT’ via independent Canadian record label 604 Records, Mauvey continues to defy the rules of genre conventions. His sound can vary from anything like alternative beats to hip-hop and the results are magical. The singer is known to draw mus
In conversation with South African funky indie-pop artist Fruit Vendor
Image credit: Gerald Petersen Striking the sweet spot between quirky and authentic music can be tough, especially when you’re incorporating aspects of hip-hop, funk and pop into the mix. Joshua Prinsloo, head of the groovy South African project Fruit Vendor manages to hit this point and then some,
Interview with emerging R&B influenced artist Minus Gravity
Image credit: @sydneybelladonna An artist that does not adhere to sub-genre rules, Minus Gravity brings us thought-provoking lyrics under the smooth guitar strumming and R&B rhythms on his track ‘Forever’ via BDS ent. The music producer and creative mind does not feel pressured to asso
Interview with experimental R&B singer K.ZIA
Image Credit: Bodi Samba Born to a Martinican father and a Belgo-Congolese mother, Belgian born musician K.ZIA has been surrounded and raised around an array of cultures. The songstress combines influences of soul, R&B, afrobeat and experimental aspects into her sound. Her latest video ‘Sanctu
