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Vinyl Heaven is a Place on Earth

March 15, 20170

The weekend of March 11-12 saw the debut of a new record fair at Hackney Flea Market, one brimming with the works of beloved classic artists in vinyl form. Our
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The 4 Halloween Events You Can’t Miss in Islington and Hackney

October 28, 20160

Vera Mikusch and Tom Buxton reveal the four best ways to celebrate Halloween in the London Boroughs of Islington and Hackney this weekend… With Halloween now lying just around the corner,
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Footloose 2016 – How #SaveFabric’s Dance Protest Became “Bigger Than Anticipated”

October 27, 20160

In our latest feature, Nicolo Gervasi discusses with organiser Tim Griffith, attendees and more how a 24-hour dance protest in Islington helped further the campaign to #SaveFabric, as well as
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How David Temple is Bringing Classical Music ‘Bach’ to Life

March 3, 20160

“Cum Sancto Spiritu in gloria Dei Patris.” The audience seems to be astonished when the choir starts singing the 12th piece of Bach’s Mass in B minor (BWV 232). They
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Battle Rap – From Shoreditch’s Streets to the Ministry of Sound

December 23, 20150

“I’d say perseverance and faith played a big role,” said Freddie ‘Cruger’ Scott-Miller when talking about the success of Don’t Flop, the battle rap league he co-founded with Rowan ‘Eurgh’ Faife.In
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End of an era? Buffalo Bar staff touched by support

December 6, 20140

  The staff at an iconic Islington music venue facing eviction have been moved by the support of locals fighting to save the place. DJ Paul Guided Missile, who has worked at the Buffalo
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Flashback: Selling vinyl in the digital age

March 17, 20141

Despite the rise of online downloading, there is still demand for a physical product, says Mark Burgess, founder of Essex Road’s Flashback Records