Kenya Smith
Her Time Is NAO
East London singer-songwriter NAO ended her European tour at the O2 Academy Brixton.
NAO is a neo-soul singer who also mixes in other genres such...
Sisters… Should Keep Posting It For Themselves
People on social media have found yet another reason to criticise The Slumflower’s brand of feminism.
Chidera Eggerue, also known as The Slumflower, is an...
Tiana Major 9 At Hoxton Hall
It's a rare pleasure to see a great East London singer in a great East London venue. But Tiana Major 9's recent gig at the...
Black Hypocrisy?
Dancehall singer Spice caused some controversy on social media when she posted a picture of herself looking several shades lighter with the caption ‘Nothing...
Hipster vs Authentic (2): Which Is The Right Caribbean Rice?
For this week's food battle, I've chosen to sample two Caribbean rice dishes from East London businesses. Although neither of these is absolutely authentic, I'm...
The Marriage Question
Should we treat marriage as a temporary contract with a date-to-renew and the opportunity to upgrade to a new partner?
A report in the...
Can Ye Ever be as Good as Kanye?
Are we witnessing the downfall of Kanye West, also know as Ye? Has the "creative genius" turned into a creative moron? The star who...
Roots and Rhythms in Hackney
As part of Black History Month, Hackney Museum is hosting an exhibition dedicated to African and Caribbean music in Hackney. ‘Roots, Rhythms & Records:...
Celebrating the Mothers of Hackney
Kenya Smith reflects on the reality of motherhood at the Museum of Hackney's Mothers of Hackney exhibition.
Mothers of Hackney is an exhibition at the Hackney...