Ife Ogunjobi Steps Into The Spotlight To Tell Us He's Here
We sit down with Ezra Collective's own trumpet extraordinaire, Ife Ogunjobi, who shows us the golden, brassy soul of his art.
Pencil Pushing with Adjani Salmon: 'Dreaming Whilst Black' for The Culture Crypt Issue V
Following the Season 2 television debut of BBC and A24's Dreaming Whilst Black, we dial in for a chat with Adjani Salmon, the mastermind behind it all, and proudly, The Culture Crypt's digital cover star.
Rachael Abigail Holder on Redefining Black Modern Romance in 'Love, Brooklyn'
During the London Film Festival, The Culture Crypt sat down with the New York filmmaker to discuss personality tests, Love, Brooklyn and directing the Beharie-Holland-Wise trio.
Susan Wokoma Shares Lessons From 'Dark Skin Bruises Differently'
Chewing Gum and Cheaters star makes her mark at the 2025 BFI London Film Festival with Dark Skin Bruises Differently—a powerful short exploring education, childhood and care through a distinctly Black British lens.
Rochelle Jordan: Colour in Monochrome
Rochelle Jordan's journey is a masterclass in reinvention. From underground R&B to genre-blending electronica, her latest album is a triumphant return to her roots—and a bold step into new territory.
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.
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.
Welcome to the Garden: Shaé Universe for The Culture Crypt Issue V
This is the tender story of creative dreams sown in childhood and chased until they came to fruition. Now, Shaé Universe is in full bloom.
ICYKOF is Not Waiting On You to Catch Up: The Culture Crypt Issue V
Taking the lonely road from viral streetwear vlogs to introspective music projects, ICYKOF's journey into underground culture is powered by a refusal to play it safe, writes The Culture Crypt's Nicole Ndlovu.
Inside the Casual Readers Book Club: The London Community Centring Black and Brown Voices
India Chambers, the founder of the Casual Readers Book Club, gives us the inside scoop on her collective and discusses how she fosters a community centred around physical books in an increasingly digital world.
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.

