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Interview by Passion Dzenga | Photography by Violette Esmeralda Salomon Faye is a talented Senegalese American hip-hop recording artist and songwriter hailing from the diverse cultural hub of Harlem, New York. With a unique sound that blends elements of spoken word, soul, and jazz, Salomon has garne

Words: Aziz Changoer | Photography: Adesuwa , Victor Eddeh We dived headfirst into Afro-beats with two talents straight from the Motherland of Nigeria. Meet BOJ and Ajebutter22 , the heroes of the streets who've been making waves in the Afro-music scene. These 2 Afro talents share the same heritage

Words: Charlie Dark As a DJ, poet, yoga teacher, and community leader, Charlie Dark MBE is a modern-day renaissance man. If the first half of his career was defined by music, as an international touring DJ, co-founder of Attica Blues, and A&R at Mo’ Wax records, the second half has seen Charlie trea

He calls his music dark and dancey, with a low and calm vocals. Of course, you can already guess who we're talking about: West London rapper and singer, Jelani Blackman. The genius vocalist was born in Brixton and raised in Ladbroke Grove recently sat down with us to discuss his journey so far. Jela

Known for her dynamic exploration of genres, Keyrah is a versatile curator who effortlessly navigates through a myriad of musical styles. Her ability to seamlessly blend diverse sounds makes her a sought-after presence in both club settings and radio shows worldwide. Keyrah's approach goes beyond th

In anticipation of the brand new Patta x New Balance 991v2 collaboration, we have a conversation with the protagonist for the campaign fresh out of the UK's illustrious music scene, none other than Sainté. Born and bred in the heart of Leicester, this rapper has seamlessly transitioned from the bask

The Patta Magazine Volume 2 is available now. This latest iteration of the magazine takes you through the ever-expanding Patta universe, showcasing diverse stories, conversations, perspectives and creative expression. This limited edition Fall/Winter issue is filled with captivating visuals, exclusi

In a conversation powered by Lynk&Co and Patta, Samuel King and Lola Edobor take the time to tell us their story so far. Both of them are co-founders of Pamela; a queer bar based in Amsterdam. They are already a staple hangout in the city centre as they have provided a breath of fresh air amongst th

Maneuvering between many different genres and cultures to bring A substantial serving of music is precisely what Jerrau severs at his DJ sets. He is a Suriname-Dutch DJ known for his sets in Amsterdam nightlife. When Jerrau is behind the deck, his infectious aura takes over the dance floor. It will

GYATSO is a young creative based in Amsterdam and is best known for his photography, his role as a DJ, and for curating club nights at Amsterdam's Kanaal40, Radio Radio, as well as Rotterdam's Mono. Following his debut at Lente Kabinet and a recent appearance at De School, he is driven to create unf

Broad sonic fields and conveys contagious bass-driven, razor-sharp kicks. If you mention all of those, we are talking about LazerGazer, who is no stranger to the Amsterdam scene. A key part of the kanaal40 team, and a talented visual artist, she is known for bending music and bringing out emotions w

Hailing from Portugal, Glabra has wandered far and wide, lately landing in Amsterdam for a master's program in Design. As a DJ, Glabra's known for dialing up the heat on the dance floor, infusing it with a sultry and playful vibe, causing waves of high energy to ripple through the room whenever Glab

Amsterdam’s Nèna brings feverish heat to the dance floor with sets that balance right in between smooth and energetic. Her open-minded approach to club music results in eclectic selection of dancehall and reggaeton glued into her excellent picks of bass, rolling techno and percussive electronics. Co

Jan Koster is one of the fastest-rising talents within the Amsterdam music landscape. A common fixture at contemporary cultural institutes such as OALLERY and Nachbar, with only an upward trajectory in his path, Jan Koster is a welcome addition to the program for this event. Playing his favorite mus

Interviewed by Passion Dzenga GYATSO is a young creative based in Amsterdam and is best known for his photography, his role as a DJ, and for curating club nights at Amsterdam's Kanaal40, Radio Radio, as well as Rotterdam's Mono. Following his debut at Lente Kabinet and a recent appearance at De Scho

Interview by Aziz Changoer | Photography Fidelio Faustino, Esmeralda Engels, Kiara Timgrad, Olivia Lambert and Brandon Granville Tida Kamara is one of the rising stars in Amsterdam's nightlife. She was born and raised in Ede, Gelderland but has roots in Sierra Leone. Tida has been a DJ for two years