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Lyra Pramuk & Eris Drew are on a mission to heal us all through music

As they release their first collaborative project, we host a conversation between two innovators separated by continents but united by artistic credo

‘Discovery’’s Americana: Why the French love to hate Daft Punk

Read an excerpt from Ben Cardew's new book Daft Punk’s Discovery: The Future Unfurled, published by Velocity Press

RIP Paul Johnson: The Chicago icon whose life epitomises the miracle of house music

If ever needing proof of house music's spiritual essence, look no further than Paul Johnson

Paula Temple and Slam talk about raves without phones, hybrid sets, Berghain and Riverside Festival

We host a conversation between Paula Temple and Slam ahead of their appearance at Glasgow's Riverside Festival

Bad Boy Chiller Crew: The rowdy Bradford rappers taking bassline to the masses

Bradford's breakout stars are breathing new life into the North's beloved organ bassline sound, fuelled by irreverent raps, polished production and an outrageous sense of humour

Karen Nyame KG: "I tell my story to highlight how progressive the music industry has become"

Tice Cin speaks to the Goddess of Rhythm about misogynoir in music, building authentic artist connections to make collaborative, and learning to be her unapologetic self

Lord Apex is shaping the UK rap underground

Tope Olufemi speaks to the West London rapper about putting on young producers, unreleased Madlib collaborations, and going Super Saiyan on stage

Jamz Supernova: "Saying no is easier when you're in a privileged position"

Ralph Moore speaks to the new BBC 6 Music presenter about podcasting with June Sarpong, Annie Mac's influence, and the power of saying 'no'

Listen to Yousef's life-affirming mix from The First Dance

Paddy Edrich speaks to Yousef about the joys and pressures of hosting the UK's first unrestricted club night since the pandemic began

4 artists share their tips for managing your mental health

Jordan Rakei, TSHA, Maribou State and Hodge have also curated playlists to help you de-stress

Haseeb Iqbal: "DIY spaces are at the root of so many influential music scenes"

Seb Wheeler talks to Haseeb Iqbal about his debut book, Noting Voices, and the crucially important independent venues, festivals and events that it documents

Escapist metaphors: BABii’s fantasy storytelling reflects the darkness and light of reality

BABii's new album ‘MiiRROR’ explores the conflicting emotions of her nomadic childhood and reconnecting with her estranged mother through a fantastical lens. She expands on the story in conversation with Ben Jolley

17 women shaping African dance and electronic music

Shiba Melissa Mazaza speaks to gamechanging artists from across the African continent

Soulwax: "We hope a new generation wipes out business techno"

Ralph Moore speaks to Soulwax ahead of their slick new compilation on DEEWEE, 'Foundations'

Eerf Evil is leading a UK jazz-rap revolution

Ciaran Thapar meets Eerf Evil, the rapper and youth worker reclaiming jazz’s working class Black origins and breaking down industry barriers with the community building Silhouettes Project

Jungle: “Sampling brings more warmth and depth than digital music can offer”

Ralph Moore speaks to Jungle ahead of the release of their third album, the super soulful ‘Loving In Stereo’

Faithless: "Letting venues and festivals collapse would be utterly appalling"

Sister Bliss talks Faithless' new album 'All Blessed', the return of nightlife and clubbing and her band's enduring legacy

Harlecore vividly renders Danny L Harle's experience of rave euphoria

Patrick Hinton speaks to Danny L Harle about his pandemic-proof rave utopia Club Harlecore and his love for the sounds fuelling it

DJ Earl's five favourite footwork dancers

Footwork hero DJ Earl picks the Chicago dancers you need to know about

Black Coffee: "I'm carrying so many young hearts with me who are dreaming of doing what I do”

Black Coffee talks to Shiba Melissa Mazaza about taking his music to the next level and bringing the new generation of South African producers with him

Erol Alkan: “Running a club or a label was never a dream of mine”

Ralph Moore speaks to Phantasy founder Erol Alkan upon the label's 100th release, which has been 13 years in the making