An exclusive interview with the mastermind behind the legendary sound systems that power London's world-famous Notting Hill Carnival, revealing the engineering secrets and passion that bring the streets to life.
BBC iPlayer drops the sizzling new contemporary thriller 'This City is Ours', starring a powerhouse cast in a tale of ambition, betrayal, and forbidden desire in London's cutthroat underworld.
From the rugged Gower Peninsula to London's avant-garde galleries, the UK art scene erupts with powerful new exhibitions. Discover deep-sea video installations, millennial masculinity explorations, and a major Barbara Hepworth retrospective.
Exclusive deep dive into the audacious fraud of art dealer Inigo Philbrick, who used phantom sales on private jets and a Ponzi-style scheme to swindle £86m from investors and galleries. The shocking story of greed and deception that rocked the art market.
Bassist and composer Linda May Han Oh unveils her visionary new album, 'Strange Heavens', a profound collaboration with jazz titans Ambrose Akinmusire and Tyshawn Sorey. Our review explores this landmark of contemporary jazz.
A groundbreaking dance performance at Edinburgh Fringe 2025 explores Scottish identity and hip-hop culture in an unexpected Hong Kong café setting.
A bizarre yet captivating art installation featuring Adam Kay and Goldfrapp has taken centre stage in Aubrey Levinthal's latest exhibition, 'Waeve'. Discover the surreal blend of music and visual art.
A striking painting by Turner Prize-winning artist Chris Ofili is set to go under the hammer for the first time, with expectations soaring up to £15 million.
A tribute to Peter Smith, the celebrated British sculptor whose innovative works left an indelible mark on contemporary art.
A bizarre yet brilliant indie comedy explores the chaos when mysterious sound waves invade a woman's body, blending sci-fi absurdity with sharp humour.
Dive into Vidyan Ravinthiran's evocative poem 'Autumn,' a lyrical exploration of seasonal change and human emotion. Discover why this piece stands out in contemporary poetry.
Discover the breathtaking performance of Circa: Wolf at Sunderbelly Circus Hub, where acrobatics and storytelling collide in a stunning Edinburgh Fringe spectacle.
Indigenous artist Gaypalani Wanambi has claimed the prestigious NATSIAA 2025 award for her breathtaking artwork crafted from discarded road signs, blending tradition with contemporary sustainability.
The Edinburgh Art Festival presents a striking exhibition reinterpreting the Crusades through contemporary art, sparking dialogue on history and identity.
Discover the mesmerising world of Helen Grime's chamber music in this evocative review, where intricate compositions meet emotional depth.
A captivating dance performance at Edinburgh's Dance Base explores the delicate balance between solitude and loneliness, leaving audiences spellbound.
Renowned photographer Juergen Teller's controversial new book on Auschwitz raises profound questions about the role of art in memorialising the Holocaust. Critics and supporters clash over whether his stark imagery honours victims or risks exploitation.
For three decades, the Tjanpi Desert Weavers have transformed traditional Indigenous crafts into contemporary art, captivating global audiences from remote Australia.
Photographer Siri Kaur captures the profound bond between sisters in her evocative series 'Wonder Women', blending intimacy and strength through striking imagery.
Former Long Blondes frontwoman Kate Jackson reinvents herself as a motorway artist, capturing the overlooked beauty of Britain's flyovers in a bold new exhibition.
The Whitney Museum of American Art unveils a provocative new exhibition, 'Untitled America,' exploring contemporary socio-political themes through groundbreaking artworks.
Nicola Barker's latest novel, 'Tonyinterruptor', delivers a sharp, witty satire that cuts through societal pretence. A must-read for fans of contemporary fiction.
Andrev Walden's latest work delivers a sharp, witty exploration of modern life through the lens of Swedish autofiction. A must-read for fans of dark humour and introspective narratives.
Acclaimed poet David Brooks' latest work, 'Counting Sheep', takes centre stage during Australian Poetry Month, offering a reflective and lyrical exploration of nature and solitude.
Discover the enchanting world of 'Aether' at Edinburgh's Summerhall, where cutting-edge technology meets immersive storytelling in a breathtaking performance.
Exploring Abigail Bergstrom's 'Selfish Girls' and Gwendoline Riley's 'Hot Milk' – two novels challenging traditional narratives of motherhood in contemporary fiction.
From Jeremy Deller’s Welsh-inspired installations to Rubens’ dramatic masterpieces and Edinburgh’s vibrant art scene, discover the week’s top exhibitions across the UK.
Discover the finest contemporary poetry collections reviewed this month, featuring evocative verses and groundbreaking new voices in the literary scene.
Robert Wilson, the visionary American theatre director and playwright, renowned for his avant-garde productions, has died at the age of 83. His groundbreaking work redefined contemporary performance art.