Umi Weaves Worlds Through 'People Stories'
UMI's music is vast and deep like the ocean—and her success can no longer be confined to the shores of genre box-checking and linearity. Following the release of her new album, we delve into the soul of this Grammy-nominated, spiritual songstress in an unforgettable heart-to-heart.
Meet Rome and Floetic: The Croydon Rap Torchbearers
Croydon's own Rome and Floetic (aka blaccboibrit) are Croydon's answer to Kane and Abel. With a blend of chemistry and postcode-honed charisma, their debut EP is a grime-tinged masterclass. We spent a day in CR0 with them: here's what went down.
Gyakie: The Afro-Fusion Song Bird Taking Flight
Carried skyward on the wings of her star-studded debut album, Gyakie is flying high. We sit down for an in-depth conversation with the Ghanaian songstress during this gleaming chapter of her career.
The Flux and Flow of CARI's Musical Journey
In the wake of her debut EP, the West London singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist sits down with us to chat about artistry, growth and finding her voice.
Meet Aqyila: Toronto's R&B Star on the Rise
Say hello to Toronto's soulful torchbearer poised for R&B greatness.
Joeboy Talks UK Tour, Working with Olamidé and Chasing Inner Peace
Joeboy sits down with us to talk about his UK shows, video games, latest album and what's coming next…
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.
Heart on Wax: Nippa on Growth, Relationship Grief and 'Hope She Hears This'
We sit down with North London R&B star Nippa to discuss his growth, heartbreak, Disney movies and the emotional gut punches behind his new project.
Lizzie Berchie is Rooted and Ready to Shine
Prepped and ready for her forthcoming EP, we catch up with neo-soul oracle Lizzie Berchie on the fringes of her next great artistic leap.
Mychelle on Her Debut Album, Touring With Jorja Smith and Staying Grounded
The Culture Crypt sits down with East London's rising soul talent Mychelle ahead of her debut album—diving into her latest single, performing and football.
Pushing Limits: NIJI on Art, Music and Honouring His Roots
NIJI talks to The Culture Crypt ahead of the release of his new album, discussing his inspirations, creative process, and how he's redefining joy through music and art.
French Rap Superstar Tiakola Talks London, Tour Life and Mixtape Culture
Getting into the burning questions with the globe-trotting Bondy buzzmaker…
"I Want to Improve the Representation of Black Women in Korea, One Step at a Time": Donna Goldn Speaks
Belgian artist Donna Goldn talks through her creative processes and what it means to be a Black musician in South Korea.
Rapid-Fire Questions with Odeal: 'LUSTROPOLIS', OVMBR and Building His Global Fanbase
The international superstar in the making discusses his new EP, OVMBR, and much more…
Kofi Stone: "I Felt a Profound Sense of Peace When I Finished My Album"
The bold Birmingham rapper speaks…
Introducing JADA: The East London R&B Vocalist With Something to Say
The Culture Crypt sits down with the Hackney songstress to discuss her journey from introvert to artist, R&B, and her debut EP…
"We Toured with Football Before Music": Rudimental Warm Up Ahead of the Champions League Pre-Show at Trafalgar Square
The Friday Night Show, powered by Rockstar Energy, returns with Rudimental headlining in Trafalgar Square. We caught up with the electric trio to find out more.
Mnelia Reflects on the First Anniversary of 'Closure Tapes', UK R&B and Spotify's Riffs & Runs Campaign
In an exclusive tell-all interview powered by Spotify UK, ascendant North London singer Mnelia reflects on her latest EP, artistic growth and much more.
Sarz, Hitmaker and DJ, Discusses New Music and His Partnership with Boiler Room and Ballantine's True Music 10
Meet the acclaimed Nigerian record producer and DJ and learn more about his production résumé and his tenure with Boiler Room and Ballantine's True Music 10.
Saiming: Grime's Bold New Architect For The Culture Crypt Issue III
Following the release of his new collab EP, The Culture Crypt's digital cover star and neo-grime maverick Saiming discusses Victory Lap Radio, the UK rap scene and what community means to him.