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Fashion and music have enjoyed an intimate relationship for as long as anyone can remember. Artistes at every level blend strong visuals with their music, in order to ‘manifest’ a definitive public persona. This persona is often as much to do with what they wear and how they wear it …

Fashion 4 Africa kicks off this Sat 9th Sept 2017 in London’s prestigious Somerset House with a talent search competition for both models and designers combined with a fashion show finale.

If, like me, you revert to soulful house mixes when you want to hear rich up-lifting beats – then you might also relate to reaching for Shazam to identify music, because that ear seducing track makes you want to know more about the artist and any other bangers they may …

For the last eight years we’ve watched how Michelle Obama’s style and taste can shape a presidency – and one of the most interesting articles I’ve read to date about Michelle’s impact on the fashion industry is by Vanessa Friedman of the NY Times.  ‘There is simply no ignoring the …

With talents spanning across a spectrum of creative disciplines, including, fineart, writing, lettering and a colourist, Paul Louise-Julie is the creator behind the digitally published African Fantasy & Sci Fi books ‘The Pack’ and ‘Yohance’ the African space Opera. With 5 years of extensive research of Ancient Africa, Egypt & Nubia, …

Since the announcement of Sampha’s debut album last year, the release date for one of the most anticipated albums of 2017 is fast approaching! The Process drops on the 3rd of February and available for preorder from his website. Sampha Sisay, the British electronic music singer-songwriter and producer from South London, of Sierra …

South African House duo, Rob (AKA DJ Murdah) Mahosana and Thabo ‘Smol’ Mabogwane teamed up to form Black Motion in 2010. They continue to set their mark as one of Africa’s most sought after electronic acts. Black Motion’s fourth studio album, Ya Badimo, has officially been certified Gold just six …

AFRICAN HITS: Winter 2016 Mix by FELIX NASHITO Listen,Watch & Share SOUNDS OF AFRICA RADIO|#SOAR|#Mixcloud   You can follow Nashito on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram PLUS MixCloud and read our exclusive interview over here. Justine Skye ft Wizkid – U Don’t Know Victoria Kimani – My Money Vanessa Mdee – Cash Madame   Dj henry ft. …

Would You Shave off All Your Hair For A Film? This month’s Afro Archives Episode Eleven brought a mixed bag of responses to this question “would you shave off all your hair for a film?”: “I wouldn’t even consider it” – Ketorah Williams “I would do it in a heartbeat”  …

A South African proverb says: “Money can’t talk, but it can make lies look true.” First performed in May 2015 at the Simpkins Lee Theatre in Oxford, With You Always looks at western development investment in the African continent. Inspired by the book entitled ‘Aid, NGOs and the Realities of Women’s Lives: A Perfect …

Raised in Africa, Vuitton’s Men’s Style Director Kim Jones believes that the continent permeates and influences everything he does. Early looks at his Spring/Summer 2017 Collection made that connection clear. As the factories begin to ramp up production, ahead of a January launch, we pause to consider how this collection might …

As the world evolves, billions of people are added to the global population and every country needs to look long and hard at how it feeds itself. While it’s hard to see a world where meat disappears completely – developing non-animal food is certainly a very worthwhile area of research. Farmers demand …

One of the most recognisable faces on British TV, June Sarpong has strong Ghanaian heritage and was delighted to be the public lead for Superdrug’s Shades of Beauty campaign. If you regularly shop at Superdrug, you may have already noticed a wider choice of products, all due to their new campaign, which aims …

Europe’s biggest vegan event will take place at the Olympia Exhibition Hall in London from 22nd to 23rd October. With so many people taking a serious look at what they eat, this is a perfect opportunity to find out all the latest information about veganism, to listen to inspiring speakers …

AFRICAN HITS: Autumn 2016 Mix by FELIX NASHITO 40 minutes of good music ~ #MusicIsLife Listen,Watch & Share #SOAR! SOUNDS OF AFRICA RADIO  || #SOAR || w/ AFRICA FASHION     You can follow Nashito on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram PLUS MixCloud and read our exclusive interview over here. Watch #SOAR Mix Victoria Kimani – All …

The 13th Edition of the UK Festival Awards will take place on November 28th 2016 at the Roundhouse in Camden. Since its launch in 2004, it has evolved into a major industry event and its awards are now highly coveted by festival organisers. All the nominations honour the vision, creativity, expertise and …