“Ready for some new blood and some new noise”: Remembering Steve Albini’s sharp and candid music criticism

The late musician, record producer and audio engineer crystallised his critical view of the music industry through cuttingly funny columns, interviews and reviews.

11 Artists and Creatives on the Enduring Influence of Madvillainy

In 2004, Madlib and MF DOOM released Madvillainy – the only record under their collaborative Madvillain project and one that would change the rap game forever. To mark its 20th anniversary, 11 artists and creatives reflect on its impact.

9 artists on Silent Servant’s musical legacy and the productions that captured their hearts

Friends, musicians and collaborators pay tribute to the fearless producer, DJ and designer. Featuring Primal Scream’s Simone Marie Butler, RS Tangent, Helena Hauff, Russell E.L. Butler and more

What are friends for: 3 artists call upon their contacts for advice, memories and memes

A new social series featuring Saoirse, TYSON and SIPHO. Made in collaboration with Minor Figures. Watch all three videos here

10 funding resources for electronic music creatives, as selected by Mina

Ahead of a workshop at new music conference Orbit Live, the London-based DJ, producer and Funding with Mina boss breaks down some key resources for creatives and emerging electronic music professionals in the UK

Brainfeeder at 15: Label family and friends reflect on their favourite ever releases

To celebrate 15 years of Brainfeeder, we spoke to some of the crew about label releases and memories. Featuring Thundercat, Salami Rose Joe Lewis, Kuedo and Flying Lotus

Books on the Blues: A reading list by Samson Kambalu

The Oxford-based artist, academic and writer walks us through eight texts that, in their own ways, tell a story about blues music, its evolution and its trailblazers

Life, works and legacy: 10 artists on Ryuichi Sakamoto and his everlasting impact

Musicians, contemporaries and longtime collaborators pay their tributes to the late Ryuichi Sakamoto – an artist like no other

5 new Rinse FM residents on their favourite station shows

We hear from some of the newest additions to the Rinse FM airwaves, including LCY, Otik, Kikelomo and more, about their relationship with the pioneering station and their favourite-ever broadcasts

Love is the answer: 10 artists share their favourite Black love songs

Love is all around us. This Valentine’s Day, we spoke to Sudan Archives, Contour, Joviale and more about the love songs that have stuck with them, shaping their lives and inspiring their practice

Christmas gift guide: The best presents for music fans

From FKA twigs’ perfume to black midi and Black Country, New Road’s sports jersey, a Fontaines D.C. hat and the Charli XCX douche

Talking through six frames of Don’t Hug Me I’m Scared with the show’s creators

Becky Sloan, Joe Pelling and Baker Terry, the creators of the cult puppet series, talk us through a series of stills from the new Channel 4 series, giving behind-the-scenes insights into the creation and craft of ‘Don’t Hug Me I’m Scared’

Burial’s Untrue at 15: Artists reflect on their favourite tracks and the album’s unwavering influence

Burial’s seminal second album turns 15. To celebrate, we spoke to Mala, Nia Archives, George FitzGerald, Loraine James and more about what ‘Untrue’ means to them

Hessle Audio’s peers reflect on the label’s legacy and the past 15 years

Hessle Audio is 15. Anz, Objekt, Blawan, Untold, Mary Anne Hobbs and more unravel the impact of the influential UK label

Books to read this month: Untold stories from women in music and UK rave culture

From astrology cocktails to 90s club kids and the experiences of women in music, these are the books worth adding to your reading list

Jamal Edwards: 6 artists on their SB.TV video shoots

Jamal Edwards, the founder of pioneering media company SB.TV, recently passed away. Here, we catch up with artists who connected with Edwards via the platform, and learn about their time spent shooting with the late music mogul