KJ SPIO INTERVIEW: A true tastemaker within British music, KJ Spio is one of the few names seamlessly integrating two cultures and worlds together. Housing a boast-worthy discography with features from Gyakie, Konshens, Sarkodie, Ambré, Harmonize, Libianca. Get familiar…
IZZA GARA INTERVIEW: Born in Gothenburg with Turkish/Swedish roots and now a rising force in Stockholm’s alternative scene, Izza Gara homes a Swedish Grammy nomination, co-signs from
Axel Arigato and COLORS and a forthcoming link up with UK resident Miso Extra, Izza has already cemented herself as a rising force in the Nordic scene and beyond. Get familiar…
KALPEE INTERVIEW: Kalpee has fast become one of the Caribbean’s most exciting exports, from collaborating with Stefflon Don, to headlining SXSW stages from London to Texas, and performing at global events like the Singapore Grand Prix, while earning support from BBC Radio 1, 1Xtra, Capital Xtra, Clash, Wonderland, and Notion for his boundary-pushing “New Calypso” sound. Get familiar…
NATIVE JAMES INTERVIEW: Native James has been a fixture in the UK rap scene for years, constantly pushing boundaries with his lyrical depth and distinctive flow. Known for his versatility, he’s as comfortable delivering hard-hitting grime bars as he is exploring soulful, introspective Hip Hop. He’s dropped countless acclaimed tracks and collaborations, but today, we’re taking a detour from his own discography to dive into the music that shaped him. We sit down with Native James to talk about his creative foundations, his philosophy on the mixtape culture, and the one project that he considers a masterpiece—the one mixtape that truly changed the game for him.
For two decades, HaSizzle has been an undeniable force—the self-proclaimed “King of Bounce” whose high-energy, nonstop voice has become the genre’s signature, even when sampled on a global stage by everyone from Drake to Nickelodeon. Now, the New Orleans legend is stepping out from behind the ad-libs to show the world the face behind the iconic sound.
WAVID INTERVIEW: Stepping out from the shadow of his former alias, WAVID (fka DAVID) is marking a new era with the release of his transformative mixtape, High Highs & Low Lows. The project is an arresting collection that channels the energy of his best year alongside his worst, using bouncy, jumpy beats to unify lyrical content across a spectrum of emotions—a testament to the power of perspective. Get familiar…
SARZ INTERVIEW: Sarz is globally recognised as one of the chief architects of modern Afrobeats, a prolific producer whose artistry is defined by an innate quest for “Freedom” and sonic unpredictability. His journey is unconventional, starting not with a desire to DJ but as a producer who wanted the world to experience music exactly as he heard it in his head. This drive to curate a specific “energy” is the foundation of his work, shaping his legendary production style and his transition into a compelling artist in his own right.
ADH INTERVIEW: Get ready to dive into the vibrant world of ADH, an artist whose music is as intentional and rhythmic as his personal mantra: Always Dream Higher. Described by him as a blend of Intentional, Vibrant, Global, Rhythmic, and Uplifting elements, ADH’s sound is deeply rooted in personal experience and a drive for timeless impact.
TOMMY SAINT INTERVIEW: Tommy Saint, a North London artist and producer, is steadily carving a unique space in the UK’s alternative music scene with a sonic identity rooted in immersion, nocturnal aesthetics, and experimental influences. Raised on a mix of classical, noise music, and pop icons, Saint began rapping in his teens before studying music production to refine his sound. Get familiar…
RAQ BABY INTERVIEW: VIPER Magazine sits down with the multi-city menace, Raq Baby. Hailing from a unique blend of the gritty storytelling of Chicago Drill and the melodic swag of Atlanta Hip Hop, Raq Baby has been steadily building an unignorable movement. Following the viral success of his 2023 hit ‘Soldier Love’ and the impactful releases of ‘Spill Season’ and its follow-up, ‘More Spill’, Raq Baby is back with his most assertive project yet: ‘I NEVER GAVE AF’.
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KJ SPIO INTERVIEW: A true tastemaker within British music, KJ Spio is one of the few names seamlessly integrating two cultures and worlds together. Housing a boast-worthy discography with features from Gyakie, Konshens, Sarkodie, Ambré, Harmonize, Libianca. Get familiar…
IZZA GARA INTERVIEW: Born in Gothenburg with Turkish/Swedish roots and now a rising force in Stockholm’s alternative scene, Izza Gara homes a Swedish Grammy nomination, co-signs from
Axel Arigato and COLORS and a forthcoming link up with UK resident Miso Extra, Izza has already cemented herself as a rising force in the Nordic scene and beyond. Get familiar…
KALPEE INTERVIEW: Kalpee has fast become one of the Caribbean’s most exciting exports, from collaborating with Stefflon Don, to headlining SXSW stages from London to Texas, and performing at global events like the Singapore Grand Prix, while earning support from BBC Radio 1, 1Xtra, Capital Xtra, Clash, Wonderland, and Notion for his boundary-pushing “New Calypso” sound. Get familiar…
NATIVE JAMES INTERVIEW: Native James has been a fixture in the UK rap scene for years, constantly pushing boundaries with his lyrical depth and distinctive flow. Known for his versatility, he’s as comfortable delivering hard-hitting grime bars as he is exploring soulful, introspective Hip Hop. He’s dropped countless acclaimed tracks and collaborations, but today, we’re taking a detour from his own discography to dive into the music that shaped him. We sit down with Native James to talk about his creative foundations, his philosophy on the mixtape culture, and the one project that he considers a masterpiece—the one mixtape that truly changed the game for him.
For two decades, HaSizzle has been an undeniable force—the self-proclaimed “King of Bounce” whose high-energy, nonstop voice has become the genre’s signature, even when sampled on a global stage by everyone from Drake to Nickelodeon. Now, the New Orleans legend is stepping out from behind the ad-libs to show the world the face behind the iconic sound.
WAVID INTERVIEW: Stepping out from the shadow of his former alias, WAVID (fka DAVID) is marking a new era with the release of his transformative mixtape, High Highs & Low Lows. The project is an arresting collection that channels the energy of his best year alongside his worst, using bouncy, jumpy beats to unify lyrical content across a spectrum of emotions—a testament to the power of perspective. Get familiar…
SARZ INTERVIEW: Sarz is globally recognised as one of the chief architects of modern Afrobeats, a prolific producer whose artistry is defined by an innate quest for “Freedom” and sonic unpredictability. His journey is unconventional, starting not with a desire to DJ but as a producer who wanted the world to experience music exactly as he heard it in his head. This drive to curate a specific “energy” is the foundation of his work, shaping his legendary production style and his transition into a compelling artist in his own right.
ADH INTERVIEW: Get ready to dive into the vibrant world of ADH, an artist whose music is as intentional and rhythmic as his personal mantra: Always Dream Higher. Described by him as a blend of Intentional, Vibrant, Global, Rhythmic, and Uplifting elements, ADH’s sound is deeply rooted in personal experience and a drive for timeless impact.
TOMMY SAINT INTERVIEW: Tommy Saint, a North London artist and producer, is steadily carving a unique space in the UK’s alternative music scene with a sonic identity rooted in immersion, nocturnal aesthetics, and experimental influences. Raised on a mix of classical, noise music, and pop icons, Saint began rapping in his teens before studying music production to refine his sound. Get familiar…
RAQ BABY INTERVIEW: VIPER Magazine sits down with the multi-city menace, Raq Baby. Hailing from a unique blend of the gritty storytelling of Chicago Drill and the melodic swag of Atlanta Hip Hop, Raq Baby has been steadily building an unignorable movement. Following the viral success of his 2023 hit ‘Soldier Love’ and the impactful releases of ‘Spill Season’ and its follow-up, ‘More Spill’, Raq Baby is back with his most assertive project yet: ‘I NEVER GAVE AF’.
