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Zowie Kengocha On "Spiral Tape": We All F*ck Up
To say Zowie’s musical career has been a success would be an understatement. Although most people would view this achievement as an...
Tela Wangeci
Mar 219 min read


Ryan Reid, the West End's Fiyero on embracing his Wickedness
In 2021, Ryan Reid was announced as the cast’s new Fiyero, the love interest of two witches Glinda and Elphaba.
Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Dec 3, 20246 min read


GNX: How Kendrick Lamar Got His Groove Back
Kendrick Lamar has always been a shapeshifter, redefining his artistry with every album. With Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers , we met a...
Ope Oduwole
Nov 25, 20244 min read

Xenia Manasseh is Balancing the Scales
On the early morning of a Saturday in September, Xenia is emphatic on our FaceTime call as she tells me about an audio recording she has...
Karen Chalamilla
Oct 16, 20248 min read

The Bold Transformation of Mnelia
A portmanteau of her first and middle names Monique and Amelia, London’s R&B singer-songwriter MNELIA is ready to reintroduce herself...
Maxine Sibihwana
Jul 31, 20246 min read

Left Right, and Around the World with Keys the Prince
Many artists come to a crossroad at some point during their career where two options are presented to them; continue to chase the dream,...
Akachi Priscilla Mbakwe
Jun 29, 20244 min read


In Conversation: DB Captures
Daniel Oluwatobi aka DB Captures unpacks his photography journey and music social club ThisChord with The Floor Mag.
Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Jun 6, 20244 min read


Kwoli Black: New EP is "the cheapest form of therapy I’ve ever had"
Kwoli Black has a calmness about him that juxtaposes his new EP, ‘CAN I SPEAK?’ With a co-sign from Kojey Radical, having opened for the...
Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Apr 3, 20243 min read


In Concert: Rachel Chinouriri
Review of Rachel Chinouriri's headline show at KOKO Camden.
Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Mar 9, 20242 min read

Ones To Watch Vol. 10
Here are 5 up-and-coming artists you need to add to your playlist. Listen to the Ones To Watch playlist here. Adanna Duru - Babies You...
Akachi Mbakwe
Mar 1, 20242 min read


Coming out on top with Champion's Malcolm Kamulete
In conversation with Top Boy actor Malcolm Kamulete on his new role as Bosco Champion in brand new BBC series 'Champion'.
Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Aug 4, 20233 min read


In Conversation: Devon Gilfillian
We caught up with Nashville based singer Devon Gilfillian, to chat all things Cross The Tracks, Black Joy and the music making process.
Sabrina Fearon-Melville
Jun 26, 20233 min read


In Conversation With: Dare Balogun from Vandelay Radio
In the latest post on Vandezine, the newsletter with updates from the Vandelay radio station crew, co-founder Dare offers some words of...
Karen Chalamilla
Jun 19, 20239 min read


Cross The Tracks 2023 @ Brockwell Park
Reviewing the sold out 2023 edition of Funk, Jazz and Soul festival, Cross the Tracks. Performances from NxWorries, Kelis, Masego and more.
Akachi Priscilla Mbakwe
Jun 7, 20232 min read


Kel-P Album Review: Bully Season Vol.1
Unpacking producer Kel-P's album 'Bully Season Vol.1' with The Floor Mag.
Andrea Nzeribe
Mar 3, 20232 min read


In Conversation With: Kel-P
“When I played my new music to my friends, they called me a bully,” Kel-P teasingly mentions about halfway into our conversation, “they...
Karen Chalamilla
Feb 23, 20235 min read


The Women Setting Dance Floors Ablaze in Kenya
At the bedrock of any party scene lies DJs. You’ve got club managers, event promoters, party goers but really, it’s a great DJ that...
Karen Chalamilla
Feb 16, 20237 min read


On Repeat: Essy Maliya makes her official debut with "Same Way"
South-East London Essy Maliya makes her entrance into the scene with the Rich Music produced RnB track Same Way. Same Way is a profession...
Karen Chalamilla
Jan 23, 20232 min read
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