Pink Siifu: Refusing Uniforms, But Always in Style
Following the release of BLACK'!ANTIQUE; ONYX'!, Alabama-born, Ohio-raised rapper Pink Siifu unpacks the frustration behind his fourth studio album, its cinematic world and how he developed his taste.
As The World Burns, Children of Zeus Are Still Standing
With the release of their third album, hip-hop-soul duo Children of Zeus chat with The Culture Crypt about the current music landscape, touring and the legacy they want to leave behind.
namesbliss: Finding Peace in the Unknown
Following the release of where's bliss?, we sit down with Kilburn rapper namesbliss to discuss creative growth, his ADHD and learning to feel at home in uncertainty.
The Reintroduction of Smino
After two years without releasing new music—and four without a full body of new material—a more mature, focused version of the St. Louis rapper is ready to step back into the spotlight.
Da Flyy Hooligan is Serving Up Gourmet Rap
On an afternoon stroll along London's historic Denmark Street, Harlesden rapper Da Flyy Hooligan shares his own piece in its mythology while reflecting on his part in the "drumless rap" movement.
Erick the Architect Wants You to Hear the Artist He Is Now
Fresh from a Jamiroquai tour slot, the ex-Flatbush Zombies rapper-producer talks going global, going solo and pushing back on internet-era impatience.
From 'MALIK' to Manchester's Keep Walking Live: In Conversation With Venna
We catch up with Grammy-winning South London saxophonist Venna ahead of the Keep Walking Live: Manchester event to talk about the success of his debut album, creative evolution and life on the road.
One Pixel at a Time: Inside TayoLoxs & bib sama.'s 'GAIA'
Beat oracle TayoLoxs and rhyme wizard bib sama. invite us into GAIA. Strap in.
Planet Giza's Blueprint for the Next 100 Years
In a seamless mix of hip-hop, jazz, funk and soul, Montréal's Planet Giza is setting the stage for the next chapter of their sound. We catch up with them to hear how it all comes together.
PARTYOF2 Is Bringing the House Down
This dynamic double act gate-crashes genre like it's a VIP-only function—and we're invited. Let's meet the LA duo injecting the hip back into hip-hop.
jev. is Just Getting Started
As the dust settles on his slick new EP, we chat with acclaimed red-leaf rapper jev. about Conductor Williams, touring with Clipse and life on the road.
Lord Apex is Back to Reclaim His Throne
Cult West London wordsmith Lord Apex has emerged from the haze. The fourth instalment in his Smoke Sessions series is here, unveiling new depths in the rapper's creative smoke cloud.
Allow Jay Prince to Reintroduce Himself
In the wake of his incandescent, long-awaited debut album, Jay Prince sits down with The Culture Crypt to talk musicality, reinvention, roots and creative connection.
Kofi Stone: "I Felt a Profound Sense of Peace When I Finished My Album"
The bold Birmingham rapper speaks…
Kwoli Black: "I Had Something to Say and I Needed to Say It"
With a new EP out in the world, Hackney-born rapper Kwoli Black digs deep into therapy, masculinity and his eclectic collaborations with our Editor-in-Chief.
Tre' Amani: Brent Faiyaz's Right-Hand Man-Turned Rap Superstar
We meet the hip-hop polymath laser-focused on authenticity.
It's JUDO's World… We're Just Living In It
Maryland rhymer JUDO THE EMPEROR discusses his latest album, creative process and ardent MF DOOM fandom.
Newham Rapper Zino Vinci Talks ‘Baby Blue’ EP, Influences, Fashion & More
We caught up with East London emcee Zino Vinci as he breaks down his new EP—one of 2021’s hottest new releases.
The Culture Crypt Meets Schenay: The Smino-Co-Signed Chicago R&B Singer Blowing Us Away
We sat down for a talk with the Smino-affiliated R&B singer-songwriter Schenay as we discuss her background, plans for the future and her recording process.