We Experienced a Night of Amapiano with the Piano People Collective, Here's What Went Down
Piano People is bringing the vast Amapiano genre and the broader spectrum of African dance music to London's thriving party scene. The Culture Crypt took a trip to one of their latest events for an inside scoop…
Mixtape Review: Ceebo's 'LAMBETHNOTLA'
Unfiltered and untamed: South West London rapper Ceebo's new mixtape is an ode to his bustling childhood stomping ground…
Keep it Playa: Immortalising the Legacy of Static Major
Remembering the Louisville Legend.
The Most Influential Songwriter You've (Probably) Never Heard Of
Meet Rod Temperton: the mastermind behind numerous iconic hits of the disco era, yet a name remains largely unknown to the general public…
Unpacking the Artistic Evolution of Victoria Monét: From Unsung Talent to Grammy Glory
After a watershed performance at the 2024 BET Awards, the singer-songwriter extraordinaire unofficially caps off her 'Jaguar II' era in a fiery blaze. Let's take a look back and explore how we got here…
The Fading Underground: The Decline of Subculture in the 21st Century
Cultural expression is transforming as once-vibrant subcultures are fading due to digital connectivity…
Resilience, Rhymes, and Retribution: Life Lessons From 50 Cent's 'Power of the Dollar'
Before he got rich, it all started with a dollar and a dream…
Kendrick's Pop Out: Reflections on the Monumental Rap Beef That Made History
Sometimes, you gotta pop out and…
Exploring the Music of 'Queen & Slim'
As the iconic romance drama reaches its fifth birthday, we're looking back at its soundtrack and everything that makes it great.
Beyond Virality: TikTok's Impact on Sampling and Remix Culture
Join us as we delve into the nuanced world of remixes, experimentation, and musical mash-ups.
Hidden Gems: Here Are 20 Tracks We Love Right Now You Might've Missed
From the UK to the US and everywhere in between, here's our music round-up for gems you might've missed.
The Crescent and the Mic: The Influence of Islam on Hip-Hop Culture
From Frank Ocean's "Bad Religion" to Lauryn Hill's "Doo Wop", why is the Qur'an so frequently quoted in hip-hop?
The Past, Present and Future of Black British Theatre
Join us on a journey through time as we explore Black British theatre—chronicling its retrospective roots and potential future.
Voices of Revolution: Black Music's Global Impact On Political Discourse
From the booth to the ballot, we're delving into the pivotal role of Black music as both a political truth-sayer and an art form.
EP Review: Victoria Jane's 'Demos, Vol. 2'
The Manchester soul provider returns with another batch of quality demos.
Earl Sweatshirt & The Alchemist's 'VOIR DIRE' and MIKE's 'Burning Desire' Are Hip-Hop's Bleeding Edge
Join us as we explore the current state of hip-hop under the lens of two seminal albums from last year, unpacking the larger rap landscape as we go.
Revival to Repetition: The Struggle for Originality in a Nostalgia-Driven Music Scene
Unpacking the mythology behind musical nostalgia and what originality means in the Black creative field.
Why 'Def Jam: Fight For NY' Deserved Better
Almost 20 years on, we're looking back on the cult classic rap brawler that set a bold new precedent for gaming and hip-hop despite, its elusive modern-day status.
The Art of Storytelling: Hip-Hop Edition
We're exploring rap's storytelling roots through the lens of hip-hop greats.