The Urban Journal • 20th July 2024 Chanté Joseph on Turning Strangers into Friends We spoke with pop culture connoisseur Chanté Joseph about her latest venture, ‘Strangers in the City’.
The Urban Journal • 11th April 2024 Was OJ Simpson the Star of TV’s Biggest Ever Drama? Perhaps the NFL’s most controversial star and TV’s most infamous villain or hero (depending on who you ask), OJ Simpson is dead at 76. But how much of his legacy is down to his NFL career, role in the trial of the century and, of course, the undying question of whether or not ‘he did it’?
The Urban Journal • 5th April 2024 Elz the Witch is Playing Her Own Game We spoke to Elz the Witch about her favourite games, presenting on stage at the O2, and how she found a home with Manchester City.
The Urban Journal • 5th January 2024 Behind the Mic With Capital Xtra's Jourds We spoke to Captial Xtra’s Jourds about her big personality, meeting stars at the BET Awards, and her TV future.
The Urban Journal • 11th December 2023 R.M. Moses Is Rising to the Top With 'Saving Art' R.M. Moses speaks to us about navigating challenges and the crafting of his acclaimed short film Saving Art ahead of its US premiere.
The Urban Journal • 6th December 2023 All Things 9inety6ix Agency Nayaab Tania, founder of the 9inety6ix Agency, speaks to us about styling, working with big names like Fredo, Central Cee, and João Felix, and her favourite current street trend.
The Urban Journal • 1st December 2023 Aileen Gilani on Sooratti Sooratti® and Not Slowing Down Aileen Gilani, founder of fashion brand Sooratti Sooratti®, speaks to us about her brand’s beginnings, music artists and NBA players, and why she can’t slow down.
The Urban Journal • 16th November 2023 #IncludetheExcluded The 2024 Montane Dragon’s Back, as you can tell by the name, is a bit of a beast. Here’s a bit of a rundown on the challenge.
The Urban Journal • 15th November 2023 Biyi Calling... The Rugby-Playing Rapper on his '+33' EP Biyi’s +33 EP and short film show just how strong his resolve and relationships are, overcoming all kinds of distance every step of the way.
The Urban Journal • 1st October 2023 Come Ski, Snowboard, and Party with Soft Life Ski Skiing has never looked this cool, and Soft Life Ski are offering you the chance to try it out.
The Urban Journal • 27th September 2023 Essential Albums: Drake’s ‘Nothing Was the Same’ at 10 We take a quick look at Drake’s possible magnum opus, Nothing Was the Same, 10 years on.
The Urban Journal • 22nd July 2023 'Barbie' Reminds Us That Women Can Do It All Bound to be everyone’s favourite movie of the summer, Barbie sees Margot Robbie reinvigorate a brand, learn some hard truths, and wear some pretty cool outfits.
The Urban Journal • 7th July 2023 Naomi Schiff is F1's New It Girl Her passion for Formula One has taken her from South Africa to China, and now Naomi Schiff is intent on leaving her mark. Edited and produced by Bailey Alexander.
The Urban Journal • 20th June 2023 Essential Albums: Beyoncé's 'Dangerously in Love' at 20 Two decades have passed since Beyoncé stepped out on her own, delivering one of the most memorable and important debut albums of all time.
The Urban Journal • 9th June 2023 Essential Albums: Brandy's 'Never Say Never' at 25 25 years ago, Brandy dared to Never Say Never, and in doing so finally came of age.
The Urban Journal • 26th May 2023 How Tina Turner Crafted a Classic James Bond Theme Following the loss of Tina Turner, one of music’s true legends, we take a look at look at the story behind one of her many iconic career highlights.
The Urban Journal • 25th May 2023 George Floyd, Three Years On George Floyd’s death proved the need for effective, immediate change – but three years on, has any progress been made?
The Urban Journal • 18th May 2023 Essential Albums: 'Janet.' at 30 More than a sister. Conservative no longer. 30 years ago, Janet. saw a pop star become a sex symbol.
The Urban Journal • 3rd May 2023 The Many Talents of Ben Whittaker Ben Whittaker’s the new star of British boxing – and there’s a lot more to him than hard punches and good looks. Edited and produced by Bailey Alexander.
The Urban Journal • 20th March 2023 Babylon: Wonder Of The World Or Just Another A Box Office Bomb? 'Babylon' released in theatres just over two months ago with next to no fanfare and disappointing box office results, but was it in fact a diamond in the rough?
The Urban Journal • 3rd November 2021 'Invincible': The Michael Jackson Album We Were Supposed to Forget 20 years ago Michael Jackson released his final album. Because of industry sabotage, it became the star's biggest failure.
The Urban Journal • 1st September 2021 'Donda': The Love Child of Vulnerability and Controversy After three listening parties, Donda is finally here and display of how someone as complex as Kanye West handles grief and loss.
The Urban Journal • 23rd August 2021 Aaliyah's Streaming Debut is the Nostalgia We Need Right Now After a long wait, Aaliyah is finally arriving on streaming services, and bringing a treasure trove of R&B goodness with her.
The Urban Journal • 5th August 2021 DC Finally Hits the Mark With The Suicide Squad Let’s be honest: the return to the cinema hasn’t big great – but with The Suicide Squad, DC have created a summer adventure we can all enjoy.