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Emmanuel Onapa

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Vibbar’s New Mission

With their latest project, ‘Gyal Thoughts’, currently doing the rounds, the London-based music collective—founded by rapper and content creator Poet—share their plans to find and nurture the stars of tomorrow...

Emmanuel Onapa474 days ago
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Armani TakeRisks Is Building A UK Street Culture Empire

From his popular interview series to his own in-demand clothing brand, Armani TakeRisks is building an empire that has the potential to go global. Almost a decade into the journey, things are now reaching fever pitch.

Emmanuel Onapa607 days ago
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Calaum Jahraldo-Martin Never Stops Dreaming. Neither Should You.

The London-based entrepreneur/former professional football player shares some of his secrets to success.

Emmanuel Onapa647 days ago

The Black Music Coalition’s Continued Push For Change Is Awe-Inspiring

Char Grant, Komali Scott-Jones, Afryea Henry-Frontaine and Sheryl Nwosu’s collective mission is simple yet profound: to erase racial inequality in the music industry and usher in equity and equality for Black artists, executives, and communities.

Emmanuel Onapa793 days ago

How Sheniece Charway Became A UK Music Industry Trailblazer

We caught up with the music exec to talk about how her upbringing helped shape her career, being inspired by other Black women in the industry, and the bright future of YouTube’s <i>Legacy</i> series.

Emmanuel Onapa867 days ago
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Getting To Know Elmiene, Brit-R&B’s New Golden Boy

As he prepares to unleash his new EP, ‘Marking My Time’, we caught up with the rising star to discuss everything from his Sudanese heritage and growing up Black in Oxford to working with the elusive Jamie Woon and touring across the pond.

Emmanuel Onapa882 days ago

Sian Anderson Is Inspiring The Women Bosses Of Tomorrow

The TV/radio presenter, record label exec and restaurant owner shares her impressive journey to the top.

Emmanuel Onapa986 days ago
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Meet Nemzzz, Manchester’s Bright New Rap-Experimenter

We caught up with Nemzzz to discuss how growing up in the hood of Gorton helped shape him, how his Jamaican heritage inspired him, and why his phone stays on DND.

Emmanuel Onapa1034 days ago
Nines Crop Circle 2 Album Review

First Impressions Of Nines’ New Album ‘Crop Circle 2’

The Complex UK music team share their first thoughts on the Church Road rapper’s latest project.

Emmanuel Onapa1055 days ago
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Rondodasosa, Italy’s Brightest Drill Star, Is Ready To Up The Stakes

“It’s me vs the Italian music industry... I’m the first Italian rapper to blow up outside of Italy, and I know they’re jealous about that.”

Emmanuel Onapa1079 days ago
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How Lockdown DJ Continental GT Built Himself A Live Music Empire

Charting the rise (and rise) of the Birmingham-born selector.

Emmanuel Onapa1099 days ago
Jake Hanrahan Is Really Outside Interview

How Jake Hanrahan Became One Of The Most Important Voices In War & Conflict Reporting

Jake Hanrahan has set a fearless precedent for what journalism on the frontlines of the most bloodcurdling places on the planet should look like. Leaping from i

Emmanuel Onapa1217 days ago

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