DJ Sho, a Lagos born and London bred Student & Afrobeats DJ, discusses the rise of the genre in the UK with our writer Delphie Bond. Arriving in Peckham in the early 2000’s (pre-gentrification; beardy […]
In The Middle with DJ Sho
DJ Sho, a Lagos born and London bred Student & Afrobeats DJ, discusses with me the rise of the genre in the UK. Arriving in Peckham in the early 2000’s (pre-gentrification; beardy coffee shops, and […]
Knife Crime at “Record High”
As the Tories sashay through the capital with their blue badges, new statistics expose the stark red blood under their fingernails. Statistics have been released depicting a startling 50% rise in knife crime in the […]
Edgar The Dragon: Innocent or Guilty?
Finally! The autumnal showers have passed, the naked branches are shivering in their frosty coats, and the John Lewis advert has snuck back onto our screens. Before the arrival of the chocolatey calendars, sparkly do’s and frantic family feuds, John Lewis, partnered with Waitrose (a festive first this year), get the Christmas bauble rolling with their annual advert which promises to tug at your heartstrings, albeit while capitalizing off of our feeble sentimentality.
Lord Sugar, You’re Fired! Why The Apprentice Should Be Cancelled
Arts and Culture editor Delphie Bond examines the BBC’s The Apprentice and its underlying racist and sexist prejudices.
‘For the Record’: Setting the Memoir Straight
Delphie Bond explores how David Cameron has been reflecting upon recent political events in his new memoir ‘For the Record’, despite sheltering under the umbrella of his resignation. As the UK viciously tumbles down a […]
Now is the Time to Rethink Our ‘Glorious’ Past
After a recent spate of lavish historical dramas, it seems the public is lapping up the good old days. Delphie Bond and Alex Bray argue that our romanticised relationship with bygone eras hides a darker truth
Treat Your Shelf: Editor’s Picks
Arts and Culture editor Delphie Bond discusses the best books to bond over with your new flatmates.
Is Coronation Street’s First Black Family Overdue?
Coronation Street, the pride of the North, should perhaps not be so proud. It may beat EastEnders in the battle of storylines; however, it cannot contend when it comes to diversity. The soap which has […]
Reality Show Aftercare – Where It’s Going Wrong
If there was a list of catalysts for dividing opinion, then Love Island would strongly hold a top seat, probably next to Brexit. Just as you settle that it is synonymous for trash, some one […]
TV Review: Line of Duty
AC-12 returns as Jed Mecurio’s signature series raptures the screens of British television once again. The Sunday 9pm BBC One slot is certainly a place where the best dramas unfold. Currently taking the hot seat […]
Breaking the Glass Screen: Women Pushing the Media Boundaries
Rachel Bloom – Writer & Actor Rachel Bloom is the amazing and multi-talented driving force behind the show Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. The actress/comedian/singer/songwriter has used the TV show’s platform on the CW to push the boundaries […]