Taylor Swift's ‘Folklore’ is a reminder of the power of re, re, re-inventing your image | No Majesty

From a critical perspective, Folklore has been an absolute master stroke. Taylor Swift’s eight studio album has received higher praise than any of her work beforehand, and validated her place as an artist with serious staying power. The album is — for most of us — a surprise move. On the face of it, the record is relatively new ground for Swift; songs dripped in indie folk, complete with an appearance from one of the genre’s leading faces, Bon Iver, and an overall aesthetic that departs complet

What Obstacles Are Still in Place for Diversity in Big Tech?

Many researchers and — disappointingly — employers, still argue that the lack of diversity in the tech industry is a pipeline problem. Whilst a lower number of women and people from black and minority ethnic groups studying these subjects does affect the overall diversity of the tech industry, it is not the only important factor. The truth is, the vast majority of issues affecting people from minority groups are occurring once they get to the workplace. These obstacles, in company culture, and

Music Profiles: Tash Sultana - From city streets to sold-out tours

Tash sultana sometimes plays up to five instruments during one of her shows. She has earned the label of ‘one woman band’ from publications in Sydney, 400 miles from her hometown, Melbourne, Australia, and her unique sound has already created fans around Europe and the US. Natasha Sultana started busking in Melbourne, a city where many successful independent artists have started their careers, and amassed loyal followings. There are currently 2064 Busking Permit holders in the City of Melbourne

Lee "Scratch" Perry Interview: Politics, The Illuminati and Reggae's 'Second Revolution'

Lee Scratch Perry’s name is synonymous with Jamaican music. He is the undisputed godfather of Dub, and has helped produced the finest work of some of Jamaica’s greatest artists, such as Bob Marley, Max Romeo and Junior Murvin. In a career that has spanned six decades, Scratch has laid out an unparalleled musical legacy, one that comes with a reputation for madness at every turn. Anyone who has spoken with Scratch knows that the only certainty in an interview with him is that it will be utterly u

Punishment and Apathy: World leaders' assorted views on Brexit

Much has been speculated about the atmosphere that may be greeting Theresa May and other senior British politicians, as they enter into rooms filled with other EU leaders post-Brexit vote. Some imagine the recently appointed Prime Minister being put into the corner like some sort of left out child, whilst the big kids whisper what’s to come. An article in the Telegraph has recently suggested that EU leaders have threatened to hold future negotiations in French. Presently, the overarching stanc