SXSW London has officially kicked off, transforming Shoreditch into a buzzing hub of music, culture, innovation, and creativity.

At the heart of the festival’s expansive music offering is Adem Holness, Head of Music at SXSW London, who has helped shape a programme designed to spotlight emerging talent, global scenes, and the real-world communities driving music forward.

With this year’s lineup spotlighting acts such as Tiwa Savage, ODUMODUBLVCK, and DJ AG, it’s proving to be a magnetic destination for music and culture.

That Grape Juice caught up with Holness amid the festival’s launch to discuss the vision behind this year’s event, the thrill of discovery, and why SXSW London is offering an experience that no playlist or algorithm can replicate.

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Latto is finally speaking candidly about the fallout with Cardi B that fueled months of fan speculation.

The Atlanta rapper had largely remained tight-lipped after tensions appeared to surface publicly last year.

However, while discussing lyrics on the track ‘Gimme Dat’ on her latest album ‘Big Mama’ on The Breakfast Club today (June 4), she confirmed that the situation with Cardi was very much on her mind at the time.

And while she made clear there is no active feud, she admitted the experience left a lasting impression. One more sour than sweet.

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Chris Brown is not letting ‘Brown‘ go without a fight.

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FLO‘s winning streak shows no signs of slowing down.

The chart-rising trio has been announced as the recipients of the ASCAP Vanguard Award at the 2026 ASCAP London Celebrates Songwriters and Composers event.

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Kehlani keeps the party that is her self-titled album going with the video for ‘Back And Forth.’

The R&B songbird teams with Missy Elliott on the track, which gives a sonic nod to Aaliyah.

Helmed by Director X, the visual sees Kehlani and crew turning all the way up at a house party – and snuggling up with a special someone.

The clip, which features a surprise cameo from Monica, arrives as the Oakland native gears up to hit the road on the aptly titled ‘Kehlani World Tour,’ which kicks off on August 6 in Minneapolis.

As reported, the global trek will see the star joined by fellow GRAMMY winner Durand Bernarr and more.

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Jessica Simpson is speaking openly about her past struggles with alcohol, sharing a raw reflection on how her relationship with drinking ultimately shaped one of her most vulnerable eras.

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Could new music from Jay-Z finally be on the horizon?

The rap titan has sparked fresh speculation after delivering a surprise freestyle during his appearance at the Roots Picnic, with fans now wondering if the performance was the first sign of a larger rollout.

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Celine Dion has paid emotional tribute to the late Peabo Bryson.

As reported, the legendary R&B singer died yesterday (June 2) after succumbing to the effects of a stroke.

He was 75.

The pair famously duetted on the 1991 theme tune to ‘Beauty and the Beast,’ a song that became a top 10 smash and cemented itself into the fabric of pop culture.

Now, Dion has joined the masses in honoring the beloved vocalist.

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Drake is leaving no doubt about his dominance on the charts.

For, while the last few years may have thrown his commercial viability into question for a few reasons, the Hip-Hop titan is making clear that he remains a towering force.

As reported, Drizzy dropped three albums simultaneously- ‘Iceman,’ ‘’Habibti,’ and ‘’Maid of Honour.’

The mega-set made history when they launched in the top 3 spots on the Billboard 200.

And, as the masses pick up their collective jaw from the power play, it is becoming clear that ‘Iceman’ is on the most scorching of heat streaks.

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3Quency is continuing to bring the heat. The rising trio has unleashed the visuals for its latest single, ‘Girls Talk.’

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A$AP Rocky is speaking out for the first time on the terrifying shooting incident that took place at his and Rihanna’s Los Angeles home earlier this year, and he is holding nothing back.

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It’s very much clapback season.

Latto has fired back at Joe Budden after the podcaster suggested that Drake helped pen portions of her new album and that she borrowed his flow on select tracks.

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