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Ceebo: the Lambeth rapper giving a voice to his generation’s struggles

On his latest mixtape ‘Blair Babies’, the 23-year-old artist explores the political nihilism and isolation felt by the generation born into a Britain swept along by the optimism of New Labour

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Megadeth – ‘Megadeth’ review: a fiery farewell from the pioneers of thrash

Poppy is everywhere, yet constantly nowhere: “The discontent drives the exploration, and I feel like that’s all I have”

Elmiene is in pursuit of honest artistry: “I’m just writing what my soul is telling me to write”

‘28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ review: sensational horror sequel will shake you to the core

Slipknot’s Clown built a dark fantasy ‘Minecraft’ realm to help him grieve

TRENDING NEWS

A new Arctic Monkeys song is coming this week in aid of War Child

Green Day speak up for Minnesota and call out Stephen Miller at California show

Lily Allen “run off the road” by HGV while driving her new Porsche

Evan Dando on Courtney Love telling Kurt Cobain they were having an affair: “We could have been friends and it’s a bummer”

Netflix tells directors to repeat plot for people using phones while watching, says Matt Damon

‘Sonic The Hedgehog’ rock band announce 35th anniversary world tour

ALBUM REVIEWS

A$AP Rocky – ‘Don’t Be Dumb’ review: a suited, settled and self-assured return that doesn’t dim his light

Clothesline From Hell – ‘Slather On The Honey’ review: a concise collection of genre-twisting surprises

Sleaford Mods – ‘The Demise Of Planet X’ review: come armageddon, bring the noise

Robbie Williams – ‘Britpop’ review: a love letter to the ’90s and bid to live forever

FEATURES

Aliyah’s Interlude is ready to inspire a movement with her bold rap bops

Alfie Williams doesn’t think you’re ready for ’28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’

20 unmissable movies to look forward to in 2026

Bob Weir, 1947-2026: indefatigable rocker who kept the Grateful Dead alive

20 massive TV shows to look forward to in 2026

14 unmissable games to look forward to in 2026

GIG REVIEWS

Cameron Winter live in London: Geese star soars with the voice of a future great

Radiohead live in London: a generous and visceral hit parade (of sorts)

Lorde live in London: an intimate, intentional portrait of an artist put back together

Ethel Cain live in London: a strong-minded rejection of all things pop

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS

Ceebo: the Lambeth rapper giving a voice to his generation’s struggles

Rose McGowan and Kid Bookie tell us about their freeing new collab: “This song is the embodiment of non-conformity”

Poppy is everywhere, yet constantly nowhere: “The discontent drives the exploration, and I feel like that’s all I have”

How Blood Cultures made a psychedelic skate soundtrack masterpiece

Lee Byung-hun’s next step after ‘Squid Game’ and ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ is a gamechanger

Aliyah’s Interlude is ready to inspire a movement with her bold rap bops

THE COVER

Elmiene is in pursuit of honest artistry: “I’m just writing what my soul is telling me to write”

Cardinals are indie’s next great storytellers: “Vulnerability might be the only valuable thing when creating art”

Mon Rovîa’s ‘Afro Appalachian’ folk songs are rooted in resilience and love

MORE NEWS

Sabrina Carpenter announced as first performer at 2026 Grammys

Snail Mail announces new album ‘Ricochet’ with captivating new single ‘Dead End’

Kim Petras hits out at record label for “refusing” to release new album, pleads to be dropped: “I’m tired of having no control”

Harry Styles to drop new single ‘Aperture’ this week

Radiohead share Thom Yorke’s 2025 European arena tour pre-mix playlist

Russell Brand appears in court over two further charges including rape

Courtney Barnett announces new album ‘Creature Of Habit’ with reflective single ‘Site Unseen’ featuring Waxahatchee

A$AP Rocky announces ‘Don’t Be Dumb’ 2026 world tour – with dates in UK, Europe and North America

RADAR - NEW MUSIC

Ellur’s indie-pop gold seeks out inner peace: “Life’s been this thing that I’ve struggled through, but music’s always helped me out of it”

The bittersweet rise of Bassvictim: “Cool is the good, bad and ugly”

Kurayamisaka tell stories with sincere, blown-out bliss from Japan’s spirited underground

Rapper Tkandz is making the most of his moment

FILM & TV NEWS

There’s an ‘IT’ extended cut in the works featuring unseen footage

Taylor Swift allegedly called Justin Baldoni a “bitch” with a “tiny violin” in text to Blake Lively, court docs reveal

“Finance bros” miss the point of ‘Industry’, says co-creator

Russell Brand appears in court over two further charges including rape

Stephen Graham has already lost his Golden Globe award

Chris De Burgh to make cameo in raunchy TV series ‘Rivals’

Ashton Kutcher refutes “craziest” rumour that he and wife Mila Kunis don’t shower

Films need to be shorter for modern audiences, says UK cinema boss

FILM & TV REVIEWS

‘28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ review: sensational horror sequel will shake you to the core

‘A Knight Of The Seven Kingdoms’ review: sweet and silly ‘Game Of Thrones’ prequel

‘A Thousand Blows’ season two review: another thrilling round of bruising boxing drama

‘Hamnet’ review: sob your eyes out to this tragic Shakespeare origin story

GAMING NEWS

‘Death Stranding’ and more coming to Xbox Game Pass this January

‘Roblox’ criticised for “super disturbing” Epstein Island build

Grandma goes viral streaming ‘Minecraft’ to help grandson’s rare cancer treatment

‘Life Is Strange: Reunion’ confirms release date and return of iconic characters

Bring Me The Horizon tease ‘Throne’ remix for ‘Ghost Of Yōtei’ and confirmed on ILLENIUM’s new album ‘Odyssey’

Nintendo and Sega clashed over Sonic’s foot placement during game development

‘Grand Theft Auto 6’ could be banned in Russia over male strippers

‘Chrono Trigger’ celebrates 30th anniversary with bumper vinyl boxset

GAME REVIEWS

‘Metroid Prime 4: Beyond’ review: Nintendo’s biggest badass returns

‘Kirby Air Riders’ review: ‘Mario Kart World’s rebellious little brother

‘Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7’ review: one of the best yet

ROG Xbox Ally review: disappointing handheld is no match for its rivals