Kate McCaughey
- Aug 29, 2020
I May Destroy You may, indeed, destroy you (but in the best way)
Trigger Warning: mentions of rape and sexual assault. Michaela Coel’s 12-part series, I May Destroy You, has been discussed endlessly since its release earlier this summer. Coel first appeared on our screens in 2014 with her Channel 4 comedy series Chewing Gum, but not before she secured her name across poetry scenes and theatre communities in London and Birmingham; it was clear very early on, that she was a creative force to be reckoned with. Following her own experience bei


BabyStep Team
- Aug 29, 2020
Anz is set to make her Hessle Audio debut next week.
Anz has announced a new EP on Hessle Audio. The Manchester-based producer’s first release for the label, the EP will consist of three new tracks, Loos in Twos (NRG), Gary Mission and Stepper. The EP is due for release next Friday (4 September) and is available to pre-order on Bandcamp now.


Joe Childs
- Aug 28, 2020
New Music Friday #9
Here we are again with another New Music Friday, this weeks addition brings you a plethora of songs from around the world. A special mention goes out to Disclosure who've smashed it on their third studio album, we hope you enjoy these ones and have a fantastic weekend. Disclosure- Thinking 'Bout You(Interlude) A perfect interlude for a standout album, released by the electronic duo. Despite feeling a million miles away from the dancefloor, this album has come at the perfect

Josh Crowe
- Aug 28, 2020
Disclosure Announce That They Are Playing At Wire
Disclosure have announced a handful of intimate concerts behind their most recent release ENERGY. The Lawrence brothers will play a total of 10 dates, kicking off in London on March 13 and wrapping up in Brooklyn on April 29. Find their full itinerary below. When announcing the ENERGY club tour the duo stated "We’ve got some dates lined up for next year in venues that really capture what this record is all about... ENERGY!With everything happening in the world, we really hope


BabyStep Magazine
- Aug 27, 2020
Getting to Know: Veghun
In a society that is turning increasingly towards both meat- free alternatives and online forms of information, 'veghun_' has come at perhaps the perfect time. Set up by Kelsea Bennet, '@veghun_' is an instagram account set up with the aim of providing a source of information for fellow vegans with a vast array of plant-based recipes. We wanted to have a chat with Kelsea all about how she first came to become vegan, and about how this platform can be a useful tool for others

Ruby Savill-Downs
- Aug 21, 2020
Getting to Know: Lottie Mac and Language and the Space In-between Zine
Visual artist, spatial creator and exhibition curator Lottie Mac is nothing less than innovative when it comes to her work. Her variety of experimentation when creating pieces places her as one of the most interesting and unique artists at the front of the Leeds scene, consistently developing new ideas and methods to showcase her work (and others’). Since attending the University of Leeds, studying Fine Art and History of Art, Lottie has already curated two female-only exhibi

Rob Day
- Aug 20, 2020
Getting to Know: Nii
Nii is a pop artist based in Leeds, with influences including John Mayer, HAIM, and The 1975. Nii's music brings a refreshing positive energy every time, and is an artist very much on the rise. Since the release of his first single 'Midnight in Tokyo', he has been recognised by Fender in their 'Undiscovered Artist of the Year' competition, has recently supported Alfa Mist at Brudenell Social Club, and has just released a music video for his most recent release ‘Silk’. On 26th


Rob Day
- Aug 19, 2020
Introducing: Whitt
Luke Whittingham (known as Whitt) is one part of Manchester duo Paryah. As a vocalist and instrumentalist, he usually lends his airy style to this collaborative project. However, he has recently released his solo project 'Own Sake', a mature and elegant track that implores your head to bob and your mind to relax. We recently spoke to Whitt to find out more about his inner process and inspirations: For people who haven’t heard of you, how would you explain your sound? I always


Rob Day
- Aug 18, 2020
Spin City: A Conversation with Leeds' Freshest Garage Night
Whilst events have been put on pause for the most part for now, it's not to say that the people behind Leeds' nightlife haven't found other ways to crack on with their creative endeavours regardless. This is especially the case with Spin City; a Leeds- based night with a focus upon UK Garage. Founded upon a shared love of the genre, Spin City is comprised of a passionate team of individuals who are dedicated to showcasing the best local talent in the city. We had a chat with

BabyStep Team
- Aug 18, 2020
Berlin Club Berghain to Reopen as Art Gallery
Iconic Berlin Club Berghain is set to reopen, but for now, as an art gallery. With the pandemic greatly restricting large gatherings, and hence limiting what venues like Berghain can do, foundation of art collectors Christian and Karen Boros have taken it upon themselves to create this new project, with ticket sale contributing to keeping the venue going during lockdown. The exhibition with feature work from a variety of Berlin artists, including Wolfgang Tillmans, Sandra Muj

