"I Want to Improve the Representation of Black Women in Korea, One Step at a Time": Donna Goldn Speaks
Belgian artist Donna Goldn talks through her creative processes and what it means to be a Black musician in South Korea.
Rapid-Fire Questions with Odeal: 'LUSTROPOLIS', OVMBR, and Building His Global Fanbase
The international superstar in the making discusses his new EP, OVMBR, and much more…
Kofi Stone: "I Felt a Profound Sense of Peace When I Finished My Album"
The bold Birmingham rapper speaks…
Introducing JADA: The East London R&B Vocalist With Something to Say
The Culture Crypt sits down with the Hackney songstress to discuss her journey from introvert to artist, R&B, and her debut EP…
"We Toured with Football Before Music": Rudimental Warm Up Ahead of the Champions League Pre-Show at Trafalgar Square
The Friday Night Show, powered by Rockstar Energy, returns with Rudimental headlining in Trafalgar Square. We caught up with the electric trio to find out more.
Mnelia Reflects on the First Anniversary of 'Closure Tapes', UK R&B and Spotify's Riffs & Runs Campaign
In an exclusive tell-all interview powered by Spotify UK, ascendant North London singer Mnelia reflects on her latest EP, artistic growth and much more.
Sarz, Hitmaker and DJ, Discusses New Music and His Partnership with Boiler Room and Ballantine's True Music 10
Meet the acclaimed Nigerian record producer and DJ and learn more about his production résumé and his tenure with Boiler Room and Ballantine's True Music 10.
Saiming: Grime's Bold New Architect For The Culture Crypt Issue III
Following the release of his new collab EP, The Culture Crypt's digital cover star and neo-grime maverick Saiming discusses Victory Lap Radio, the UK rap scene and what community means to him.
"We just finished a tour with Slowdive": Rising Rock Quartet Whitelands Discuss the Future of Shoegaze and Black Identity
The Culture Crypt meets Whitelands—a band blending ethereal melodies with poignant narratives. We discuss their critically acclaimed debut album, tour and much more.
Kwoli Black: "I Had Something to Say and I Needed to Say It"
With a new EP out in the world, Hackney-born rapper Kwoli Black digs deep into therapy, masculinity and his eclectic collaborations with our Editor-in-Chief.
A Whole New Worldd: Camden Rap Princess SYM WORLDD Breaks Down 'THE NAC NAC PACK' EP
Rising London rap star SYM WORLDD sits down with The Culture Crypt to discuss Somali culture, her new EP and much more.
Rollin' With Ryan Trey: The Rising R&B Star Speaks
Now his highly-anticipated album has landed, The Culture Crypt sits down with rising St. Louis R&B singer-songwriter Ryan Trey for an exclusive tell-all interview.
Three Years Later: Zino Vinci For The Culture Crypt Issue II
The East London wordsmith-by-day, WWE action figure connoisseur-by-night returns for a second conversation with us three years after our initial discussion.
Angelic Proclamations: Natanya For The Culture Crypt Issue II
The Culture Crypt converses with Natanya—UK soul's next trailblazer.
Tre' Amani: Brent Faiyaz's Right-Hand Man-Turned Rap Superstar
We meet the hip-hop polymath laser-focused on authenticity.
It's JUDO's World… We're Just Living In It
Maryland rhymer JUDO THE EMPEROR discusses his latest album, creative process and ardent MF DOOM fandom.
Rising Indie Star Zanillya Breaks Down Her 'Choose Life' EP, Family Legacy & More
We sat down with indie R&B vocalist Zanillya to discuss her latest project and the myriad of elements that go into her melting pot of inspiration.
Cosmic R&B Star Puellae Discusses Her ‘PSV’ EP, Influences and Dream Collabs
An interview and track-by-track breakdown of the 'PSV' EP by newcomer Puellae.
Newham Rapper Zino Vinci Talks ‘Baby Blue’ EP, Influences, Fashion & More
We caught up with East London emcee Zino Vinci as he breaks down his new EP—one of 2021’s hottest new releases.
The Culture Crypt Meets Schenay: The Smino-Co-Signed Chicago R&B Singer Blowing Us Away
We sat down for a talk with the Smino-affiliated R&B singer-songwriter Schenay as we discuss her background, plans for the future and her recording process.