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GUAP 25 - The Alté Edition: The Evolving Sounds Of Africa & Its Diaspora [@BojDRB] [@iamodeal] [@itsgabzy]

The Christmas Day Dressing Debate: Dress Up Or Dress Down?

What it's like working in the film industry with [@MrWalker_] & [@VisualsbyLolly] in collab with @AdobeUK

The masterful depiction of everyday life - an artistic review of Lubaina Himid's Latest Exhibition

Ladipoe, A True Leader Of The Nigerian Afro-Rap Scene [@LadiPoe]

Five For Friday Ft. [@fanahues], [@NSG], [@TierraWhack] + more

How The F*ck Do You 'Dress Festive': Debunking The Christmas Party Dress Code

5 Ideas for Luxurious Gift Giving This Christmas ft [@DewWoods_], [thebreaksocial] + more

Farewell Amor: Love + Immigration

Son Of A Father, Father Of A Son: What makes Father-Son relationships falter or flourish?

Playstation Dreams: How Final Fantasy helped shape our individual style

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Take Me To The River: New Orleans leaves you with the notion that New Orleans isn't just a place, but an identity that doesn't leave you

Spanish-Cameroonian R&B Artist Brisa Nunjo Makes Her Breakout With Debut Single “Stupid Love”

BLACK HURTS: An exploration of the Black experience

Remembering Virgil Abloh: The Man, The Myth, The Legend

The Bold Beginnings of [@Chrissiemilan] and [@ChrisJammer] in Collaboration with BULLDOG Gin

History of Levi's: The Everlasting Uniform of 'The Cool'

“Ownership, Integrity, Consistency” - An interview with Gourmet Rap OG, Da Flyy Hooligan [@daflyyhooligan]

Monday Mood ft. [@infamousizak], [@meronaddismusic], [@Jim_Legxacy]+ more

Five For Friday ft. [@archives_nia], [@RealJyellowL], [@meronaddismusic] + more

Lydia Chan unveiled as Now Gallery’s [@NOWGallery] 2021 design commission

The Rave Renaissance

BRATZ: More Than Gen-Z's Style Muse

HERVISIONS x Instagram's 'Fluid Imaginarium' showcasing Gen Z's limitlessly creative future of tech

In Conversation with Abel Rubinstein and the Cast of Dungarees

What went down at Our Soho House events spotlighting BIPOC brands

Five For Friday ft. [@biyialo], [@mightbechrissi], [@iamodeal] + more

GUAP gets ready for a motive with the cast of Reggie Yates' debut film 'PIRATES'. Featuring (Elliot Edusah), (Reda Elazouar) & (Jordan Peters).

Kering announce Matthieu Blazy as Bottega Veneta's new Creative Director

Deep Sniff: A History of Poppers and Queer Futures by Adam Zmith.

Concert fashion and music merchandise: pledging allegiance to music with style

Monday Mood ft. [@AmaalNuux], [@nippa_ad], [@denyheronce]+ more

PREMIERE: Eliza Legzdina - Backflip [@ElizaLegzdina]

“Is it a crate? Or is it crack?” by Kirtis Clarke.

Nippa's [@nippa_ad] Self Titled EP Is An Ode To Classic R&B With Some Contemporary Flair

Daniel Lee is leaving Bottega Veneta

BODA SKINS release clean A/W 21 capsule: Avante

Finn Foxell [@finnfoxell] talks West London, Elevation Meditation, 'Alright Sunshine' EP and more

Balmain blends Parisian couture with Chivas’ opulent aesthetic for a modern reimagining of Scotch

Art Against Knives launch urgent appeal to keep their youth space open [@ArtAgainstKnive]

Maya Jama and Mahalia Announced as the Faces of Levi's A/W 21 Campaign

Get lost in the audiovisual experience of 'Stay True' telling the London's story through the lens of Ife Ogunjobi [@IfeOgunjobi] [@mahogany] [@thesmalls]

Dopamine Dressing: Can You Dress Yourself Happy?

Netflix’s African America Gives a Glimpse to The American Dream

‘Where are you from?’ – Why I love this question

Five For Friday ft. [@OfficialTamera], [@santinolesaint], [@catburns] + more

We Celebrate Diwali 2021 With This Year’s Stand Out South-Asian Creatives [@PoojaPopatx], [@aartipopatx] & More

The Vivid Imagination & Storytelling of Alessia Cara [@alessiacara]

The Producer’s Voice: Stint [@stint_]

Vibbar [@Vibbar001] will be taking over Carnaby Street for G-SHOCK's latest session

Monday Mood ft. [@TeewayTF], [@Kemisulola], [@KeeyaKeys]+ more

How Tumblr informed our preferences

“Chop life make life no chop you” - Esme Marfo speaks to founders of lifestyle brand promoting health and wellness [@choplifeboyz]

'New Time RnB' artist MEYY Talks Upcoming EP, Love, and UK music collaborations

Five For Friday ft. [@backroadgee], [@DBlockEurope], [@Ginoj100] + more

The Homemade Charm of Weston Estate [@WestonEstate]

Glass House London: an intersectional space for creatives and communities to thrive.

Remembering The Regenerative Benefits Of Falling In Love With Music...Again

"When I was growing up, I would have loved to see imagery like this. It gives me a sense of belonging.” -Cameron Ugbodu

From Burgers to Bangers - Talking with RUFUS [@rufus_mackay] About New Single, 'Taking Flight'

The Producer’s Voice: Laudiano [@lillaudiano]

Show Dem Camp [@ShowDemCamp] present Palmwine Music Festival London

Kilo Kish's [@kilokish] comeback single, "American Gurl", teases new music on the horizon

A clearer look at "Cancel Culture."

REBEL DYKES WITH A CAUSE

Languid Hands x Flat 70 in conversation about Frieze London, Creative Expression & Black Queerness in Art [@friezeofficial]

Five For Friday ft. [@YoungsTeflon], [@ennyintegrity], [@berwynberwyn_] + more

The Perfect Drink For Each Track on YCee’s [@iam_YCee] ‘Love Drunk’ Ep

A Quick Ting On Afrobeats with Christian Adofo

No Charge For an Underground Gem – A Review of Sam Wise's [@Samwiseldn] “Free Game”

M.anifest [@manifestive] Represents His Hometown In New Music Video for Single, Scorpio Flow

Follow three friends through Dakar in editorial Byoo Tee Ñuul

Thuy [@thuymusic_]- Late Start or Self Starter?

Angelica from Meth Math, Mexico’s Experimental Reggaeton Trio, talks artistic production & more

Que Paso Baby’O? [@babyoacapulco]

Here's what went down at the Red Bull Half Court [@Redbullhalfcourt] finals in Rome

Chloé becomes the first luxury house to achieve B-Corp Certification

The Producer’s Voice: Parker Jazz [@parkerjazzz]

A-COLD-WALL* makes an organic move into tech in collaboration with Beats By Dre

Meet GUAP’s Top 30, Under 30 Black Creatives & Professionals for Blacklist 2021 [@adidasLondon]

Monday Mood ft. [@King_Tobee], [@DylanAroloye], [@Adele]+ more

The Trend Decline: Aligning Our Wardrobes With Our Values

Make Outrage Great Again

Meet the All Stars Involved in Converse’s Create Next Film Project with John Boyega

To be, or not to be… mentally stable whilst due on my period?

Five For Friday ft. [@Sainte444], [@pinkpantheress2], [@KojeyRadical] + more

You’ll soon be able to get a [@BenjartWorld] tracksuit from [@HarveyNichols]

Jazmine Flowers [@jazmineflowers_] Talks 'Adulting' EP, Musical Influences & More

A Deep Dive Into Amapiano From AYMOS With His Latest Project, 'Yimi Lo' & More

Artist ANISE embodies Black Eve in this photo series captured by Bonnie Paul

GUAP 24 - The Author's Edition

Barcelona Like Lagos: The Voodoo Club [@elvoodooclub] All-Stars Shake Barcelona with Spain’s First Ever Afrobeats Carnival

Discover Gucci's concept led pop-up space Circolo

BLUEM talks debut album 'NOTTE', Sardinian heritage, and more

The Producer’s Voice: Leah Culver [@LEAHCULVERMUSIC]

Squid Game’s impact can't be ignored, especially when it comes to fashion

MAVICA, The Spanish Artist To Look Out For [@iammavica_]

Dr. Anna Brismar's concept of circular fashion explained

A Means To No End. Making It In The Creative Industry; 21st Century Ghanaian Creatives’ Journey In Focus.

Five For Friday ft. [@milesfromkin_], [@hi_im_shiv], [@JulsOnIt] + more

Creator of 'What are you wearing' series Kofi McCalla on the psychology of fashion

'Venology' Leaves No Doubt That Venna [@vennaldn] Is A Virtuoso

Are Women Safe On Our Streets?

The Producer’s Voice: GuiltyBeatz [@GuiltyBeatz]

Monday Mood ft. [@nippa_ad], [@misoextra], [@HeadieOne]+ more

Five For Friday ft. [@wewantwraiths], [@LittleSimz], [@backroadgee] + more

I Heart New York - Tourism Marketing Turned Fashion

Life Lessons In Humility and Self-Esteem on James Blake’s [@jamesblake] 'Friends That Break Your Heart'

Labrum SS22 - The Sound of Movement

The Producer’s Voice: Christo [@ohchristo]

In this space, Yayoi Kusama's art became real-life therapy, a saving grace, for a feeling that many people have not survived.

Meet 19-Year-Old Croydon Rapper BZ [ @bzofficial1 ]

Meet the 22-year-old Creative Director of Bylon, who uses fashion as a love letter to non-conformity

What went down at Black Fashion Week in collaboration with [@WegBara]

Five For Friday ft. [@Sainte444], [@jaz_karis], [@KojeyRadical] + more

M.Anifest’s [@manifestive] Newest Single “La Vida” Is A Nostalgic Ode To Ghana’s Madina

696 Festival: The Programme Celebrating Black British Music & Spaces [@HornimanMuseum]

The Producer’s Voice: Mac Wetha [@WethaMac]

Brand spotlight: The hidden pleasure that is Le Merj

Fashion and Music: Best Friend Goals?

Five For Friday ft. [@cashtasticmusic], [@temsbaby], [@m1llionz] + more

Cameron Ugbodu's New Mo(nu)ments Is on right now.

How Gause's Law explains elitism in the Arts

Ghanaian Artist Kweku Flick [@kwekuflick] continues to make waves

Your roundup of releases ft [@acoldwall], [@TRENDSLDN], [@placesplusfaces] + more

Where are the Black owned music festivals?

The Great Escape [@thegreatescape] 2022 FIRST FIFTY Announced

The Producer’s Voice: Slinger [@slinger]

All the Stars (and stripes): The Best looks from this year's Met Gala

G-SHOCK SESSIONS: Featuring AYO BEATZ and PRETTYBOY D-O

Hair Me Out: Confronting cultural appropriation

Five For Friday ft. [@alanamariaxo], [@iamodeal], [@mightbechrissi] + more

The Maturing of Inhaler [@InhalerDublin]

REVIEW: Blanco - City of God [@blanc0b0urne]

The home of Cloud X is open & we spoke to its founders in the after glow of their hit summer festival. [@cloudxworld]

The Producer’s Voice: Riton [@Ritontime]

LEAVE ME THE F*CK OUT OF CUFFING SEASON THIS YEAR.

The Women's Pocket Conspiracy

Monday Mood ft. [@khai_ldn], [@LittleSimz], [@Samwiseldn]+ more

Five For Friday ft. [@ayrastarr], [@Samwiseldn], [@LittleSimz] + more

A Yam Carnival review: A beautiful mess?

'She held her Yoruba heritage tight in one hand // In her defence, the colonizers had taken everything from her people. Why should they take her gods too?'

The 70/30 Wardrobe Rule: You'll Always Have Something To Wear

Olivia Fraser x GUAP do an Ode to Dancehall Queens

The Producer’s Voice: Redinho [@redinhoOFFICIAL]

Naomi Osaka and Levi's create upcycled Denim Collection

Five For Friday ft. [@1gxnxsis], [@Stalk_Ashley], [@MNELIAA] + more

"I knew it was over when I didn't want to show him my Savage X Fenty set"

Meet The Team: Who We Be’s Joel Borquaye & Safiya Lambie-Knight

Why the fashion industry must value universal design

The road to Yam Carnival: a review of the hottest Afrobeat artists

GUAP X CULTURA CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION

Fashion wasn't always about gender: a history of men in dresses

The Creation & Purpose Behind S.O.’s [@sothekid] Afrobeats Sound on His Latest Project, ‘Larry Ginni Crescent’

The Producer’s Voice: Daniel Loumpouridis

Editorial: Feathered and Feat

Your roundup of releases ft [@dailypaper], [@Dickies] + more

Gorillaz launch first capsule collection

Five For Friday ft. [@blanc0b0urne], [@shaybomusic], [@JulsOnIt] + more

Uwade, Indie’s Newest and Brightest Star

Stylist Asmae El Ouariachi celebrates women of colour in 'Extra-ordinary'

Grabbing mics and sharing spotlights: The recent twist in the life of a music producer

Tanaka Fuego creates Ancestors Encore mural for Calvin Klein Moments of Pride

The Producer’s Voice: DK The Punisher [@dkthepunisher]

Cloud X [@cloudxworld] kicked off the 2021 festival season with a bang

Taking Two Seconds: How To (Appropriately) Appreciate Outfits On The Street

Viral star Hyzah [@officialhyzah] releases debut track ‘Dan Mi (Pass The Lighter)’

New TommyXRomeo capsule collection reimagines iconic styles from the archives

Dips [@DipsArtist] and Lo-Wu [@LowuSounds] shine on the debut mixtape, 'Idle Hands'

Five For Friday ft. [@Vibbar001], [@rufus_mackay], [@OfficialAitch] + more

Kevin George [@itskevingeorge] Provides A Dynamic and Quick Rumination On Being “Confused”

Has KSI's [@KSI] Music Actually Improved?

Therapy: What's all the big fuss about?

Interview: S.A.M [@samnxire] Is Finding His Way

Lagos-Based Musician Tim Lyre Peppers the Alte Scene With His First 2021 Single “Real”

How to update your brand's game plan for improved social impact ft TOMS

Nwando Ebizie’s latest art project explores her own neurodivergency: A Visual Snow Alternate Reality

GUAP x Kunstraum host “The Community Exhibition”

MUXXXE [@muxxxe]- Tijuana’s “Third Gender” Artist Releases EP 'PORCELANA MORENA'

The Producer’s Voice: LIKE [@Callmelike]

Fighting Fast Fashion: Where To Buy New

Frank Ocean launches jewellery venture Homer

Monday Mood ft. [@beeechimblind], [@donaeo], [@catburns]+ more

Five For Friday ft. [@Vibbar001], [@donaeo], [@TE_dness] + more

How sustainability impacts the charity shop business

Places+Faces, StockX and the Design Museum launch collaborative merch collection

Porter Robinson [@porterrobinson] & NFT Artist Jie Liou [@jie_liou] Drop Beautiful 3D Art Visualizer Video for Track, “dullscythe”

Unknown T [@unknwnt9]: “Drillers got emotions too.”

Kevin Bray, Artist and Video Maker Whose Perpetual Music Video Morpher, Accurately Reflects the Non-Linear Reality of Our Times.

Mabe Fratti [@mabefratti]: Music of a New World

MHD's [@MHDOfficiel] 'Mansa' takes Afro Trap to New Heights

Gabriel Moses for GUAP 23: A Maven in the Making

The Producer’s Voice: Gianluca Buccellati

Kadiata’s [@kadiata93] charisma is on full display on new EP 'Lost, This Winter'

Photographer Naomisha Phillips will make you want to be on a yacht, in Dubai, in a thong.

Kris Esfandiari the mind behind 'Celestial Blues', King Woman's [@kngwmn] beautifully Dark Metal album

Julie Adenuga kicks of Daily Paper's 'Daily Life' Docuseries

Ghanaian drill rapper Yaw TOG [@YAWTOG_] releases visuals for single "Fake-ex"

Get to know streetwear brand CoSignedByGod [@CosignedxGod]

Your roundup of the latest releases ft [@kaicollective], [@heronpreston], [@clintsinc] + more

Five For Friday ft. [@wewantwraiths], [@itsgabzy], [@HardyCaprio] + more

adidas Originals and Foot Locker bring back the FORUM silhouette: featuring Collective Last Night In Paris

Multi-disciplined creative director [@Moshoodat] shares her journey

Ego Kills: Avelino [@officialAvelino]

Deconstructing Tyler, The Creator's Contributions To Snoh Aalegra's 'TEMPORARY HIGHS IN THE VIOLET SKIES'

The Best of Enemies: Why people of color and the white working-class must unite in the struggle for justice

The South Asian (Unofficial) Induction Into Adulthood by Ravinder Kaur [@ravinderj98]

Tommy Hilfiger partner with Actor and Activist Indya Moore for Gender Fluid Capsule Collection

The Producer’s Voice: Manon Dave [@manondave]

A Generation Obsessed: Haul Videos, Flex Culture, And Capitalism

Tyler, The Creator Directs The Really Cool Converse Club

Stylist Kwamena explores being Black in London through fashion and music

Five For Friday ft. [@iamodeal], [@Santandave1], [@JulsOnIt] + more

Changemakers in innovative fashion: BFC Prize Finalists 2021

Was Pop Smoke's latest posthumous album released in good 'Faith'?

AM:PM launches iconic SS21 "dear girlfriend" Shoe Collection

How a Fashion Brand can be part of their customers' personal growth ft Lula Laora

Ghana Party In The Park festival returns this weekend

KING MAJIK & BAWSE: THE TORONTO DUO BRINGING A FRESH VOICE TO CANADA’S YOUNG AFROBEATS SCENE [@king_majik] [@bawse_fsu]

SOMALILAND HA NOLATO (Long Live Somaliland)

The Producer’s Voice: Young Chencs [@YoungChencs]

ALBUM REVIEW: REXXIE’S “A TRUE CHAMPION” [@rexxiepondabeat]

Bladee [@BladeeCity] - The Fool (Track by Track Review)

Vitaly build on jewellery offering with the launch of their first eyewear collection

With Nothing Left to Prove, A2 Proves It Anyway with ‘Just So You Know

Five For Friday ft. [@realmostack], [@BLOW_band_], Syd + more

Do you know what you’ll be wearing in twenty years? We do: the ins And outs of trend recycling

Who We Be [@SpotifyUK]: Harry Pinero & Henrie Kwushue [@harrypinero] [@HenrieVIII]

We caught up with the ‘Top Memba’ Kida Kudz [@kidakudzgram] during his recent trip back to the UK

Kablito is filling a gap with her alternative take on Reggaeton

What "The Barbican Stories" has taught us about racism in British Arts and Culture.

The Producer’s Voice: Nate Donmoyer [@natedonmoyer]

Enya Was Ahead of Her Time

Monday Mood ft. [@rachelchinourir], [@King_Tobee], [@DylanAroloye], [@PRIYARAGUMUSIC]+ more

ALBUM REVIEW: OLAMIDE’S [@Olamide] “UY SCUTI”

TE dness [@TE_dness] Has Been Taken 'Ashore' By Rap

Children Of Zeus [@ChildrenOfZeus] new album, 'Balance' proves the exclusivity and permanence of their class

"Writing always kind of feels like an escape for me and it's why it's been the toughest most toxic relationship I've ever been in." - Lauren Rae

Five For Friday ft. [@SPARENO1BOOST], [@AmunArtiste], [@NafeSmallz] + more

Neo-Medieval Nightmare: Fashion’s Return to the Dark Ages

Diles Que No Me Maten [@diles_me], the Mexico City based band creating the new wave of the city's sound and flourishing music scene.

Editorial: Destiny had a child by Kenya Lendo

In our latest editorial we spoke to Rukiat Ashawe about sex ed, style and what pleasure means to her

"Strike MoMA, The Coalition Leading The Path To A Post-MoMA Future And Exposing A Museum’s Broken System"

The Producer’s Voice: Joshua. James [@itsjoshyouare]

Karl Lagerfeld and Kenneth Ize collaborate for upcoming SS21 capsule collection

4PLAY [@prodby4play]: The Collective That Just Doesn't Miss

UNIQLO and birdwatching collective Flock Together partner for AIRism SS21

Karalena Gears Up To Release A Romantic But Heartbreaking Country EP

The Authenticity of Maggie Lindemann [@MaggieLindemann]

AGR SS22 Collection is a technicolour summer dream

Five For Friday ft. [@officialnairam1], [@swindle], [@vennaldn] + more

'All of us have one mission, which is to help other Vincentians' says Caribbean Designer Karen DeFreitas Fraser after Volcano Eruption

Brothers Adelekan make publishing debut with graphic short story supported by Dr. Martens

“Bonfire of Vanities” by Tanlume Enyatseng.

AFROPIANO: NIGERIA’S NEW SOUND INSPIRED BY AMAPIANO

GET TO KNOW MEXICO BASED ALL WOMEN COLLECTIVE “MUJERES VINILERAS” [@vinilerasmx]

Behind the scenes of Reuben Selby SS22 collection: CLASH

KUNZITE, Ratatat and Skate Culture

Meet Adam DeWalt - Musician, Producer, and Solange's Trumpet Player

From West Africa to London, Rosette Alé is keeping fashion slow and sexy with her sustainable brand: Revival Ldn. [@beverlysn]

AFRICAN DRILL: THE ESSENTIALS

"The Boogie Girl" is the visual representation of what I could look like if my outer form truly resembled how I perceive my inner reality and existence.

The Producer’s Voice: Shine [@pharoahshine]

A trip through Spain’s clubbing legacy: La Ruta del Bakalao

Monday Mood ft. [@unknwnt9], [@ennyintegrity], [@OfficialAitch]+ more

Big Jade [bigjade409] Applies Sonic and Life Pressure On Her Momentous Debut

Five For Friday ft. [@SqueeksTP], [@Gianni_Mae], [@KwakuxAsante] + more

A Look At Liberal Racism and Representation in Jordan Peele's Get Out

5 Highly Anticipated UK Rap Projects For The Second Half Of 2021

The Producer’s Voice: Squibs [@squibs]

The [@WindmillBrixton] highlights the crucial role of independent venues with new initiative

Solange's Multidisciplinary Collective, Saint Heron, Evolves into a Cultural Institution, Creating a New Paradigm of Empowerment and Autonomy for Cultural Preservation

Daily Paper are bringing their Amsterdam-Afrocentric vibe to London with a new flagship

Five For Friday ft. [@kadiata93], [@ennyintegrity], [@berwynberwyn_] + more

Music As An Investment: How NFTs Could Change The Music Industry

The Producer’s Voice: YKKUB [@iamykkub]

Monday Mood ft. [@jordyinit], [@KING_SALIEU], [@Kamalnw]+ more

5 BEST COMMUNITIES FOR NETWORKING (That Sincerely Give You Results)

Five For Friday ft. [@heisrema], [@Migos], [@officialAvelino] + more

The Meaning of "Skrillex" [@Skrillex]

GUAP Meets The Cast Of Pass The Meerkat as they prepare to debut Season 3 of their Animated Web-Series. [@PassTheMeerkat]

‘MARICAS IS FREEDOM’: THE BARCELONA QUEER COLLECTIVE THAT SHOULD BE ON YOUR RADAR

5 of the best UK projects 2021 has given us, so far ft. [@arloparks], [@JVCKJAMES] + More

The Producer’s Voice: DJ SwanQo [@DJSwanQo]

Paigey Cakey And Hyphen Link Up On Formula E's The Offset To Discuss Their Less Than Linear Journeys To Success

Enter The Wacky & Wonderful World of Coco & Clair Clair [@coclair333]

Five For Friday ft. [@KING_SALIEU], [@bryn_bp], [@kwengfacepb] + more

clothsurgeon are set to kick the Euros off with capsule collection in collaboration with Sports Direct

Four European artists, you need on your radar ft. [@luciano_loco030], [@sferaebbasta] and more

lveMUSIC. | Ruti - 'Closer To You' [@rutimusic]

The Odd Link Between Gus Dapperton's 'My Favourite Fish', The 90s, and Michael Jackson

Queer For It

AOK (aka Bootychaaain) dropped fresh visuals for her single 'Cutthroat'

Listen to 'Afrique Victime', Mdou Moctar’s [@MdouMoctar] electric and hypnotic new album

Don't miss The Power Of_ Festival - celebrating Black identity, talent and culture

The Producer’s Voice: Birthday [@birthdayaudio]

Where Love Lives celebrates the unifying power of nightlife phenomenon Glitterbox

Baltimore’s Butch Dawson [@primelard] Re-Enacts Dream Imagery on 'Hummer'

Jarreau Vandal [@jarreauvandal] on his journey, Vandalized Edits & Amsterdam’s evolving music scene

The art of styling: Tee Dosumu helps to bring out Wizkid’s essence

Monday Mood ft. [@HeadieOne], [@scuti_1], [@A2Artist]+ more

Upcoming Artist Moliy [@moliymusic] releases her first music video ft. Kkeda [@kkedaofficial1] for new single 'Loud'

"You can take the kid out the ends, but you can’t take the ends out the kid": a look into Kano’s [@TheRealKano] affinity for Newham and the meaning of home

Meet Rachel Seidu: The gender-bending Nigerian artist, exploring fluidity and identity through photography.

Five For Friday ft. [@_JiuLing], [@meekz_manny], [@scuti_1 ] + more

Introducing MoMaReady: the New-York based Electronic artist taking dance music back to its Black roots

Get Rich or Die Trying

Uniqlo and Mame Kurogouchi collaborate for LifeWear Line

Songstress Tashana [@TashanaOfficial] releases her first EP 'Womanhood'

Skepta is the new face of Diesel Sound Of The Brave Fragrance

Farai London is the latest brand to be stocked in Selfridges

Pop’s Pivot To Escapism Amidst The Pandemic

The Producer’s Voice: The Phronetic [@ThePhronetic]

Instagram [@instagram] reveals its first ever 21 Under 21 list #21ShowReels #Instagram21under21

5 BLACK MUSIC COLLABS THE DIASPORA NEEDS, WHETHER YOU KNEW IT OR NOT

Monday Mood ft. [@LexAmor_], [@ps_hitsquad], [@PipMillett]+ more

Puma introduce the OP-1 sneaker from new PWRFrame line

“When guys wear nail polish, they’re no longer saying I’m feminine. It’s them saying f*ck the patriarchy. ” - [@boysinpolish] [@jessyoung_ ] [@nurthefactory]

M1llionz, WSTRN, Afro B + more at Noo Limit Festival 2021 [@Noolimitfest]

Five For Friday ft [@SineadHarnett], [@MasterPeaceLDN], [@KwakuxAsante] + more

House party and non-mainstream party culture from Tottenham to Enfield

Are NFTs any use to Art and Culture within the Black Community?

NICCE Team Up With French Illustrator and Artist Marylou Faure on Playful Capsule Collection

Remembering Red Bull Culture Clash: A Night That Left its Legacy

Boiler Room drop SS21 collection alongside a new season of broadcast shows

Dazed and Converse partner on 'Open to Change', an initiative to invest in the next generation of creatives

lveMUSIC. | Kemi Ade – ‘Promise’ [@_KemiAde]

Meet Medellín’s Verraco [@Verraco_], the Electronic producer building bridges between Latin American artists and the world

"This past year has been absurd, challenging, and somewhat isolating, and this is what I hope to represent in these photos" - Alex Massek

Meet House of El [@iamhouseofel] the man who doesn't want to be put in a box

Your roundup of the latest releases ft [@kaicollective], [@worldofnalu], [@biancasaunders_] + more

Rising star Layla Boe [@laylaboe] teaches German Rap Sex

Welcome to the Golden Era of UK R&B

What Minari teaches us about family and migration by [@Amarofpatel]

We Meet Chelsea Marley, The entrepreneur behind Selfridges' Approved Tech-Company Greyark Tech. [@Greyarktech] [@Selfridges]

The [@Youngtrepreneurs] team up with Grammy-Nominated [@shattawalegh] plus others for their upcoming music production workshop

Parsley Palette on how he became a music producer for top fashion houses by being in the wrong place at the wrong time

Get To Know Shadow Squad, Mexico City's Underground Emo Trap Crew

How Spike Lee 's Movies Encapsulate the Black Experience

Ain’t it different: The Brit Awards was Headie One’s night to be remembered

Why The Yung Lean [@yungleann] Documentary Scared Fans Into Thinking He'd Died

"I’d like to encourage other Asian and Muslim women to speak on and express their experiences as every single experience is valued" - Jaffrin [@_jxffrin ][@JUKEBOX_COLLECT]

‘How come he don’t want me, man?’The importance of Black Fathers in the primary socialisation of their sons.

Harry Pinero [@harrypinero], Henrie Kwushue [@henrieviii] and more partner with Instagram to find the next generation of creators using Reels.

British-Ghanaian Artist Kezia [@iamkeziagh] drops visuals for her new single ‘Turn Off The Light’ produced by [@Afrolektra]

Five For Friday ft [@isaiahrashad], [@RayBLK_], [@KeeyaKeys] + more

lveMUSIC. | flowerovlove – ‘Pot Of Gold’ [@flowerovlove]

Kaleidoscope Beauty on how to give back with your fashion brand

Photographer Alla Bogdanovic explores current cultural shifts in 'Russian Seasons in the Backyard'

Your roundup of the latest releases ft [@GOSSEauCOEUR],[@dailypaper], [@ArdelleOfficial] + more

Stop using Black trauma in horror films

The dichotomy between interest and access within Men’s Fashion

Monday Mood ft. [@LittleSimz], [@hotcocoacartel], [@Chiiild]+ more

Get to know Vogue Beauty Writer Twiggy Jalloh in our latest editorial in collaboration with Our Maison

Five For Friday ft [@berwynberwyn_], [@milanring], [@iamodeal] + more

Three Black women on what sneaker culture means to them

lveMUSIC. | Summer Banton – ‘Pretty Face’ [@summerbanton]

Nando's [@NandosUK] announces series of free parties from June 21st onwards!

Founder of ub hair Zina Alfa on how tech is advancing the hair and beauty industry

Gymshark Womenswear Designer Rochelle Mills on the price of inclusion in design

The problems with the misogyny hate crime law by Yasmin Al-Najar.

The Edit Man London and Gary James McQueen join forces on limited collection that centres on mental health

"My love is only black - it's how I see love - it's a familiarity, it's an understanding." - Love Island's [@PriscillaAnyabu] and [@MichaelBoateng_]

Vitaly present a dystopian future for SS21 collection G3N3S1S

Five For Friday ft [@KaiaLaurielle], [@A2Artist], [@rmarnitweets] + more

What is the future of 3D printing in fashion?

Tommy Hilfiger and Patta create capsule collection around the Pan-African flag

South London Smooth: Speaking to DC [@dcworldmg] about his latest project 'In The Loop' and more

'Diversity is treating individuals as if they innately matter. Because they do.' A Conversation on Diversity and Inclusion within the Creative Industry with NUFF SAID LDN

Lauryn Brown Speaks: What Does Accountability Culture Look Like in Fashion Today?

Meeting 'Malone' the alter ego of Gabzy [@itsgabzy]

Why it’s crucial the UK pays attention to the #StopAsianHate movement

Monday Mood ft. [@SansSoucisMusic], [@JordsOnline], [@JGrrey13]+ more

On Black Art, Inclusivity, and Museum Curation: A Struggle For Representation In The World Of Art

Cloud X [@cloudxworld] announces 2021 festival date in partnership with Metropolis Music [@MetropolisMusic]

Five For Friday ft [@JordsOnline], [@ElizaLegzdina], [@backroadgee] + more

Emeric Tchatchoua gives us an insight into his menswear label 3.PARADIS

The Women of The Black British Art Movement by [@tinaramosekongoart]

Meet Ruti [@rutimusic] the burgeoning talent from Essex

The dimensions of Ghana’s creativity that inspired Jae 5, Skepta and Rema

Your Round-up of the latest releases ft [@Converse], [@KickersUK], [@drmartens] + more

lveMUSIC. | Landel – ‘Beanie’

"I’ve recently been inspired to re-imagine some of the great paintings of the past but with the aim of representing a more diverse range of individuals." - Selina Pope

British Fashion Council announces launch of BFC Changemakers Prize in Partnership with Swarovski

GUAP 22 cover star Nifè, has taken the world of afro-dance by storm, by building a community that has celebration, joy, and dance at the heart of it. [@ItsJustNife]

"We have always been dancers, it was a big part of our culture growing up" - The Jaiy Twins [@TheJaiyTwins]

Five For Friday ft [@officialsl], [@officialAvelino], [@TE_dness ] + more

D&AD Shift enters new phase of growth in partnership with Google [@dandad]

lveMUSIC. | Gracie Convert – ‘Stay’ [@gracieconvert]

The Rise of the Extra-Professional Creative

A Day With JGrrey [@JGrrey13] for Tommy Jeans SP21

Stylist Alizé Demange on honing her craft, what curation entails, and what styling means to her

The Reality of a British Chinese Person in the Queer Dating Scene by [@danchanartist]

Monday Mood ft. [@cityboymoe], [@ElizaLegzdina], [@A2Artist]+ more

What “THEM” shows us about the media's representation of Blackness by [@imaleeshajay]

John Singleton's old film office transformed into a catalyst for the next generation of the Black Arts Movement!

The latest Uniqlo and JW Anderson SS21 Collection is all about joyful new beginnings

lveMUSIC. | Jaydonclover – ‘I Wish You’ [@jaydonclover]

Inspiring makeup art bloggers to follow in 2021

Meet Victor Kunda - the creator behind some of TikTok's most viral videos

Beyonce May Have Made History, But the Best Awards Are Still Reserved for White Artists

lveMUSIC. | Wauve – ‘Pamela’ [@Wauve_]

"Hairouna Film Festival is a women-led social impact project that uses Caribbean film to promote representation, accessibility and environmental awareness". [@HairounaFF] [@@angelking144] [@@RaineAM]

Five For Friday ft [@dcworldmg], [@jazmineflowers_], [@A2Artist] + more

Sheedo Studio are the innovators behind clothing labels you can plant

"Representation is super important to me, but only if those representatives hold the same values and are a true voice of their community". - Linasha [@linnyprivate] [@linnygd]

PREMIERE: simon a. – Badland [@simonandthem]

Afrofuturist storyteller Yasmin Idris premieres New Age Matrix fashion film

N Palmer's debut collection is a psychedelic look at the glass as half full

"The Streets raised us. Horses saved us.” - The Compton Cowboys x Tommy Hilfiger For SS21 'Moving Forward Together' Campaign [@TommyHilfiger]

Monday Mood ft. [@KO_HOMERTON], [@MNELIAA], [@Londonyg_]+ more

The silver (or gold) lining at this year’s Grammys

The Secret To Success On Spotify [@spotifyuk]

MIZIZI [@mizizishop] partners with Paramount Pictures on four new Zamunda Jerseys

8 Women-Owned Brands To Look Out For In 2021

AKS Talks Fatherhood, Culture and Family Contributions on New Single, 'Parity' [@AKSonline]

"I didn't want to be a lawyer because it's too serious and I didn't want to be a politician because I enjoy telling the truth" - Munya Chawawa [@munyachawawa]

ATYPIC launches debut collection 'ENTROPY'

Five For Friday ft [@TE_dness], [@ennyintegrity], [@KeeyaKeys] + more

PREMIERE: Kieran - Comfy

The second episode of [@beatsbydreUK]'s INFORMAL series centres itself around Black Women and is led by [@AmplifyDot] and featuring [@shaybomusic], [@evssofficial_] & [@TemiMwale]

Trace Collective is the brand taking a regenerative approach to fashion

Comedy by Public Demand: British Comedy is Undergoing a Revolution by Sammy Gecsoyler [@SamGecsoyler]

New fashion show 'Behind The Glow' spotlights rising talent behind headline looks

Your round-up of the latest releases ft EX-A Studio, Torré Reale, non + more

Jvck James is back and better than ever

SUBWAESTUDIOS [@subwaestudios] collaborates with WAHTC, creating a minimal capsule collection

Five For Friday ft [@Knucks_music], [@giveon], [@itsgabzy], + more

The best ingredients to combat acne-prone skin and bad skin days

Central Cee [@Central_Cee] brings us to the 'Wild West'

Stefanos Yowhannes’ debut EP, NEO NOIR, is a quest for identity in an ever-shifting world

Break into the fashion industry with the [@fshnminorityrpt] mentoring and internship programme

Creator of TYB Rachel Gbogbo-Morthy [@adjoaaaa] shares the importance of her new budgeting tool

Artist Marketplace [@artistmktplace] – The Newest Sensation Blowing Up the Internet

From pineapple leather to hemp: sustainable materials changing the fashion industry

Eight Women & Girls reflect on their journeys & hopes for the future, this International Women's Day.

Monday Mood ft. [@noname], [@RayBLK_], [@meronaddismusic]+ more

Five For Friday ft [@YAWTOG_], [@mecca_erica], [@lifeofuknwn], + more

Music Managers Forum Unite [@MMFUK] Announces New Series Of Talks All About Putting Black Managers First

The top 5 Ready-to-Wear Collections of the season for modest dressing [@adekemijsavage]

Your round-up of the latest releases ft [@designsbymisemi], [@mcq], [@calvinklein] + more

New luxury streetwear LIONEL: made with love, delivered with satire

Fit for a Queen: Priya Ahluwalia wins Queen Elizabeth II Award for British design

Five For Friday ft [@greentea_peng], [@bryannonly], [@jnrchoi_], + more

TeeZee [@teezeedrb]: The prince of Lasgidi preparing to be king

Converse Partners with Foday Dumbuya, founder of Labrum London for LFW AW21 as part of this season’s All Star Programme

Meet Alternative R&B Singer JiuLing Captured by Angela Ogunfojuri

Dr. Martens [@drmartens] and The ICA [@ICALondon] announce new partnership to support emerging artists

Stylist Marc Biakath Explores the Power of Black Women In Goddesses and Vixens

The Pre-Raphaelite Renaissance: Fashion’s Use of Art to Address Racial Diversity

VLAD TV [@VladTV] is launching its UK arm led by DJ Dubl [@DJDUBL]

Join the final talk on mental wellbeing with Never Fade Factory and [@_Colechi] on Clubhouse - Here’s what you may have missed...

Digital Catwalks: Yay or Nay?

Monday Mood ft. [@brentfaiyaz], [@mahalia], [@THEREALGHETTS]+ more

Get to know CREATEFREEDOM: The Jewelry Brand that’s Promoting Change One Piece at A Time

Ghetts [@THEREALGHETTS] resolves a 'Conflict Of Interest' with his latest album

Coventry Producer Coolie [@Coolieuk] team's up with Jay1 [@jay1offical], Temz [@temz._] and more for new single and video ‘KISAN’ to support the Indian Farmers Crisis

The internet is our best chance at revolutionising thought

Never Fade Factory are hosting a weekend of discussions on mental wellbeing and you’re invited

Ditto Music Launches Youth Training Initiative 'Industry Access'

‘Power Up’ Initiative Opens Application Process for Black music creators and industry professionals [@TimeToPowerUp_]

Meet Black Girl Gamer and Natural Hair Influencer Jay-Ann Lopez

"Cancel culture is creating a society of fragile ego-minded inidviduals" [@billierwalker]

Creator Jordan Abdul Explores The Rituals of Carnival In 'Tallawah'

"The violin makes me feel free" - 4stringsz [@fourstringsz]

#SaturdaySteez - Your Round-Up of The Latest Releases ft [@Nike],[@CMMND_], [@DTrois3] + more

Robyn Lynch SS21: An ode to cycling and her Irish roots

Five For Friday ft [@shasimma], [@Benjamin_AD], [@ItsBeaAnderson], + more

LVMH and Rihanna Close Fenty Fashion House After Less Than Two Years

PREMIERE: Zoey Lily ft. INFAMOUSIZAK - Say Less [@mezoeylily] [@infamousizak]

Get to know [@prettyboyDO] the visionary making waves in the Alte scene

When Did Fashion Photography Start Imitating Lifestyle Photography?

Misogyny during sex, Capitalism & Sexual Repression. [@yohannaspiro]

The North Face, Gucci & ICY Park: GUAP Picks For The New Season

A Day In Accra: A GUAP Editorial In Collaboration With [@ourmaison]

How to reclaim your power back and take charge of your mental health. [@ KeeleyStephenson]

Monday Mood ft. [@AyoBritain], [@temsbaby], [@jculpeppermusic]+ more

DEWY BLUSH HACKS: What shades work for you? [@makeupbysimmi]

Boiler Room and MCQ Partner Up To Present: Flohio and Friends

Five For Friday ft [@jevon_official], [@miss_lafamilia], [@iamluckydaye], + more

Ghanaian Collective Invade The World and The Kumericans Debut Collaborative Project BUST

Kappa Launches #KEEPPERFORMING Campaign

#BlueprintTo: UK Rap Freestyle Platforms [@tarekrevs]

BBL CLB [@bblclb] & GUAP team up with Reebok Club C Legacy for immersive live stream event

Why Are ASOS and Boohoo Acquiring Traditional Brick-and-Mortar Brands?

What the #Fufuchalllenge Says About The Internet’s Entitlement to Black Culture [@morayo.om]

Meet The Collective Bringing a New Flair To DIY Clothing With Their Brand BAD HANDRITING

#SaturdaySteez - Your Roundup of The Latest Releases ft [@ArdelleOfficial], [@clintsinc_], [@tobefootwear] + more

Five For Friday ft [@chillforme_], [@nenny__on], [@partynextdoor], + more

May The Muse [@realmaythemuse] talks debut EP 'When Mercury Fades', getting the call from COLORS and more

Capitalist Feminism is the reason race matters for us all - Talya Scott-Mason.

Creative Concept Brand FACE Partners With Artist Aya Fayad For The Latest Collection 'Where Is Your Face?'

QUICK FIX: Guide To Covering Blemishes

Yewande isn't the only black girl to be labelled a 'bully' [@yewande_biala] [@leoniebelle_]

Exploring The Fusion of Fashion Design and Culture In Collaboration With [@ourmaison]

Monday Mood ft. [@iceetGM], [@rvpochettino], [@PasteurDeZaire]+ more

Five For Friday ft [@PasteurDeZaire], [@KamilleXX], [@KanivaOH], + more

Beats Flex Debuts Their Most Affordable Premium Wireless Earphones in new colours; Smoke Grey and Flame Blue [@beatsbydre]

Discover Black Eats LDN, Britain’s first Black-owned restaurant directory [@blackeatsldn]

"Blackness has many different forms and we must allow black art to represent that" - TJ Agbo [@tjagbo_]

Sharing stories and Heaux Tales in Jazmine Sullivan's [@jsullivanmusic] 4th studio album

My Tips On Navigating Loneliness in Lockdown this #BlueMonday

Three Looks That Will Inspire You To Switch Up Your Style with Ease

These Songs Will Make Blue Monday A Little Brighter

#SaturdaySteez - Your Round-up of the Latest Releases ft [@BenjartWorld], [@JEHU_CAL], [@ppppiero] + more

Five For Friday ft [@OfficialDolapo], [@Central_Cee], [@OfficialChip], + more

Ghetts [@THEREALGHETTS] gives us an insight into upcoming album 'Conflict Of Interest', healthy competition and more

The attempted coup of Capitol Hill reflects the soul of the U.S, which will prioritise upholding white supremacy over justice every time.

Photographer Tatiana de Ricard explores androgyny with her ex-boyfriend

The Unibrow will NOT be white-washed for the new beauty trend. #Unibrowmovement

Technology and Fashion are merging faster than you think

OUR MAISON X GUAP present "INTO THE LIGHT" - A celebration of Fashion by us for everyone

Photographer Shashamani explores Sisterhood in 'Knot'

Creative G-List 2020: GUAP 21's G-List Creatives Reflect on 2020 Featuring [@nnesaga], [@okaymaryann] & More

Drill Takes Centre Stage With Groundworks 2020 Cypher [@GWonline_]

Karl Kani 'Can I?' ambassador Koby Martin gives us an insight into his creative journey so far

Ones To Watch 2021

GUAP '20 Cover Star; Henrie Kwushue is joining KISS this weekend! As an early Breakfast host [@HenrieVIII] & [@KissFMUK]