Rotterdam is a city that wears its creativity proudly. Even under the late-October downpour that swept across the Netherlands, its brilliance refused to dim. Few places embrace art and music with such wholehearted enthusiasm. The people are friendly, curious, and fiercely supportive of underground culture, and they certainly know how to throw a festival. Which is why Left of the Dial might be my favourite music festival on the planet. Read more >>>

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Tuned in with tim burgess (2022)

Famed for his enigmatic persona, stellar hairdo, time with The Charlatans, and for being the all-time Sunday Brunch appearance holder, Tim Burgess is a man of many hats. But being a Yuck-appointed King of Twitter, the one he wears today is more crown than cap. Tim’s taken the social platform by storm over the past decade with his famously adored listening parties. Read more >>>

a quick Q&a with athian akec (2019)

Athian Akec is a Youth Member of Parliament for Camden. At just 16 years of age, he has already spoken in the Houses of Parliament and his passionate speech was featured on The One Show. Tackling issues such as knife crime, global warming and actively campaigning for a people’s vote - he’s been touted as a politician of the future. Read more >>>

Getting to know arlo parks (2021)

Collapsed In Sunbeams,’ Arlo Parks’ debut album, is one of those records that only comes by once in a while. Released earlier this year to critical acclaim, the young poet finds beauty in the darkest places and sees the extraordinary in the ordinary. Depression, unrequited love, and sexuality are just some of the themes that Parks touches on. Read More >>>