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Ocean Vuong: ‘I don’t believe a writer should just keep writing as long as they’re alive’
The award-winning poet and author on bringing his career to a meaningful end, processing the death of his mother via verse, and his love of mixed martial arts
Kadish Morris
03, Jun, 2023 @5:00 PM
Artist Hurvin Anderson: ‘I’m always nervous about the word identity. I try not to use it’
Last week, the British painter became a Royal Academician. On the eve of a major solo show he talks about Black British art, the difficulties facing working-class artists today – and the appeal of the Caribbean barbershop
Kadish Morris
21, May, 2023 @1:00 PM
All the Houses I’ve Ever Lived In by Kieran Yates review – a house is not a home
The journalist uses her own history of accommodation to illuminate the trials of social housing, renting and buying in this thoughtful, timely study of the current crisis
Kadish Morris
21, May, 2023 @10:00 AM
Rosewater by Liv Little review – hookups, hope and hard times
A Black queer poet struggling to stay afloat in south London provides the focus of this story about love, family, friendship and joy amid the chaos
Kadish Morris
20, Apr, 2023 @8:00 AM
The week in audio: The Full English; Dish; Stress Test; The Failing Writers’ Podcast – reviews
Two food podcasts go deep on research and light on tone, while high-pressure poetry and chaotic pitches enliven two literary shows
Kadish Morris
08, Apr, 2023 @4:00 PM
Nakhane: ‘I was exhausted from singing sad songs’
Nakhane’s mix of hedonistic beats and operatic vocals have made them one of South Africa’s biggest artists. They talk about their fractured childhood, conversion therapy, death threats – and making their queerest album yet
Kadish Morris
02, Apr, 2023 @12:00 PM
Yazmin Lacey: Voice Notes review – songs to love and savour
The Nottingham-based artist’s debut album delivers a seamless mix of jazz, soul and electronica
Kadish Morris
05, Mar, 2023 @1:00 PM
I’m Black So You Don’t Have to Be by Colin Grant review – sharp and nuanced memoir
The writer and former BBC producer offers absorbing portraits of his Windrush generation family, and reflects on the legacy of trauma
Kadish Morris
23, Jan, 2023 @8:00 AM
One to watch: Debbie
The London soul singer and Stormzy collaborator took a degree in finance in case the music didn’t work out. She needn’t have worried…
Kadish Morris
14, Jan, 2023 @2:00 PM
Meet the 10 best new novelists for 2023
Our annual pick of the best debut authors has previously included Sally Rooney and Douglas Stuart. Here we talk to this year’s hottest prospects
08, Jan, 2023 @8:00 AM
23 for 2023: Observer writers’ culture highlights for the year ahead
From Rachmaninov to pop reunions, Beyoncé’s tour to Greta Gerwig’s Barbie, Spielberg to Sam Smith, our critics guide you through the next 12 months
01, Jan, 2023 @10:00 AM
Louis Culture: When Life Presents Obstacle review – melodic rap with raw charm
The south Londoner brings a compelling mix of introspection and youthful confidence to this EP reminiscent of early grime
Kadish Morris
27, Nov, 2022 @3:00 PM
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