We’ve got a new magazine on the shelves! So on this week’s episode, the team talks about our revealing Charli XCX cover story shot by Richard Kern, as well as the issue’s big music moments with new-gen junglist Nia Archives and the X-rated rap duo D-Block Europe . We also chat about profiling the hottest stars of Hollywood , including the fast-rising film star Dominic Sessa, as well as our flagship fashion feature with the legendary model Kristen McMenamy. Fancy a copy? You get one from theface....
Feb 22, 2024•20 min
Saddle up: this week we dig into Bey’s rootin’ tootin’ new single, discussing the superstar’s previous dalliances with country and Pharell’s mission to relaunch cowboycore. Fresh from New York Fashion Week, we run through some of the best shows, picking out Willy Chavarria as a highlight and recommending British-Yemeni designer Kazna Asker as one to watch at LFW. And having recently run an interview with Leo Woodall (aka the cocky Essex lad from The White Lotus) on theface.com , we discuss his p...
Feb 15, 2024•22 min
The Face Podcast is your weekly cultural digest, rounding up the stories that you should care about in film, fashion and music. This week, we discuss what happened the night before at Amelia Dimoldenberg's Valentines party, talk NYSW with a focus on Marc Jacobs, Miley Cyrus at The Grammys and explain TikTok’s dramatic battle with the music biz. We also call up the curator Hans Ulrich Obrist to chat about the first Barbara Kruger show in London for 20 years.
Feb 08, 2024•28 min
The Face Podcast is your weekly cultural digest – rounding up the stories that you should care about in film, fashion and music This week, we’re a little bleary eyed after our New Noise event in London, at which we hosted riotous live performances by the Detriot trio HiTech and the much-hyped Tottenham rapper Chy Cartier. We also chat about the new John Galliano documentary and the elaborate Margiela couture show. The track of the week segment sparks debate about Ice Spice and Megan Thee Stallio...
Feb 02, 2024•38 min
The Face Podcast is your weekly cultural digest – rounding up the stories that you should care about in film, fashion and music. This week, we report back from Rick Owens' AW 2024 show, which was hosted in Rick and Michèle Lamy’s home. We also chat about The Face's interview with Diane from the red-hot TV show The Traitors (which everyone was sneakily watching at Paris Fashion Week). And in light of Pitchfork being folded into GQ, we consider the value of thoughtful criticism and how music might...
Jan 25, 2024•33 min
The Face Podcast is your weekly cultural digest – rounding up the stories that you should care about in film, fashion and music. On this week’s episode, we discuss the highlights of the Emmy Awards as well as the controversial Amy Winehouse biopic. Our Digital Director Brooke McCord reports from Milan Fashion Week and tips us off about the most anticipated shows in Paris. We also pick out our Track of the Week and debate the new single from Ariana Grande, who’s finally returned to music after fi...
Jan 18, 2024•44 min
The Face Podcast is your weekly cultural digest – rounding up the stories that you should care about in film, fashion and music. On this week’s episode, the team talks about bad jokes and Timmy and Kylie’s PDA at the Golden Globes, as well as Gucci and Prada’s new campaigns and the buzz about Stone Island's first ever runway show. We also analyse the hype around Playboi Carti’s subversive new album rollout, recommend rising musicians for 2024 and debate Lil Nas X’s controversial return. LA journ...
Jan 11, 2024•39 min
After rounding up 2023’s highlights in fashion and music, this week the team looks back on the year’s biggest, best and most controversial films. We toast to the end of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s dominance, reflect on Barbie vs Oppenheimer hype, weigh-up the Saltburn backlash and discuss two impressive directorial debuts: How To Have Sex and Rye Lane . Oh, and we salute this year’s definitive movie heartthrob: Jacob Elordi. Follow THE FACE on TikTok and I...
Dec 14, 2023•52 min
Following our 2023 fashion round-up, the team reviews the year in music. We pick our personal faves, before debating the definitive song of the summer, hottest club anthem and best album. We also chat about disappointing blockbuster rap records from Drake and Travis Scott, Frank Ocean and Rihanna’s wobbly comebacks, the unstoppable rise of Sexyy Red and the inescapable hype of Fred Again. Tune in next week to hear us reflect on the year’s biggest and best films. Follow THE FACE on Tik...
Dec 08, 2023•1 hr 6 min
On this week's episode, The Face's editorial team charts the year in fashion from power moves at Burberry, Gucci and Louis Vuitton, to the emerging designers to watch and everything in between. Follow THE FACE on TikTok and Instagram ....
Nov 30, 2023•39 min
We've got a brand new magazine on the shelves. And so this week, the editorial team chats about interviewing Olivia Rodrigo in West Hollywood, spotlighting British South Asian talent, reporting on the happiness of teenage girls and documenting Doja Cat's loyal fandom. Print's not dead! Neither are podcasts!
Nov 23, 2023•29 min
This week's episode is all about Emerald Fennell’s dark and cunningly comedic new thriller. Saltburn is wild ride with a red-hot cast (Jacob Elordi, Barry Keoghan, Archie Madekwe), brilliantly cringe-worthy ‘00s fashion and shocking sex scenes. Our editorial team chats about the soundtrack and film's satisfying satirical sting, before Archie calls in to talk about the honour of working with Fennell. Oh, and we’ve done our best to avoid spoilers – so you're safe to press play if you haven't seen ...
Nov 16, 2023•27 min
In the Autumn issue of The Face, we published a story about Victory Lap – the London radio show which is broadcasting a new generation of open-minded rappers. For this week's episode, our music director Davy Reed chats to Victory Lap boss Joe McDermott and journalist Yemi Abiade about the strength of the underground scene, as well as the current state of UK drill and the contested "chill rap" label. Oh, and Joe gives us a review of his first time hanging out with our editor Matthew Whitehouse (t...
Nov 09, 2023•40 min
Happy Halloween! This week, The Face’s editorial team chats about costume inspo, 2023’s horror highlights and A24’s “things which go bump in the light” formula. We also recommend some unsettling new tracks for your playlist, from a metal-trap hybrid by Dana Dentana to a particularly disturbing effort from the notorious cult rapper RXK Nephew. This episode features in the songs ‘Fake as F*ck’ by Dana Dentana, ‘Tatti’ by Bktherula, ‘Nun id change’ by Yeat and ‘Slitherman vs Nephew’ by RXK Nephew. ...
Oct 30, 2023•17 min
FACE editor Matthew Whitehouse speaks to Eric Cantona (!): footballer, actor, and now musician about his new EP, and finding transcendence through music. Follow THE FACE on TikTok and Instagram ....
Oct 26, 2023•23 min
Ahead of her performance at The Face’s New Noise event , the much-loved musician and party producer shared her remarkable journey – from her working-class upbringing in Leicester to thriving as a trans woman in London’s queer nightlife scene. Press play to hear Mya chat about her Punjabi heritage, speaking to DL men for her podcast ‘Straight No Chaser’, the therapeutic power of music and the No.1 Mya Mehmi fan (her mum). Follow THE FACE on TikTok and Instagram ....
Oct 19, 2023•29 min
The British artist has edited In The Offing – a new group exhibition at the Turner Contemporary in Margate. He joins us to chat about Manchester’s music scene, his experimental NTS show, ‘90s adventures in New York, Margate’s class anxiety, being suspicious of art, his repulsion to Britpop and how The Face magazine won his heart. Follow THE FACE on TikTok and Instagram ....
Oct 12, 2023•39 min
Right before he played a show for THE FACE, we sat down with the much-loved NYC musician to chat about the Dimes Square music scene, giant rats, managing Frost Children, the lore of Fresher’s Week and his special connection with British wildlife. Not even a fire alarm could kill the vibe. This episode featured the song ‘Magician’ by Blaketheman1000 Follow THE FACE on TikTok and Instagram ....
Sep 28, 2023•29 min
Bleary-eyed off the back of London Fashion Week, THE FACE’s team report back from the catwalks and shmoozy parties on the styles, stories and gossip from the weekend. In this episode, we discuss the rise of Stefan Cooke’s modern men, Olly Shinder’s stellar Fashion East debut, Chopova Lowena’s die-hard cult and the successes and controversies around Mowalola’s killer show. Follow THE FACE on TikTok and Instagram ....
Sep 21, 2023•34 min
Dave and Central Cee's collaboration spent 10 weeks at the top of the UK Singles Chart. So why exactly did the track blow up? And has it helped Cench's mission to break America? For this week's episode, we're joined by music and fashion content creator FD From The Future to discuss the West London rapper's origins, his ventures into fashion and how he could make long-lasting cultural impact. Follow THE FACE on TikTok and Instagram ....
Aug 24, 2023•35 min
Once the preserve of greedy airlines and Ticketmaster, dynamic pricing has arrived in one of Britain's most sacred spaces: the boozer. For this week’s episode, we’re joined by CircleZeroEight’s online editor and full-time pub enthusiast Jimmy McIntosh to discuss the rising price of pints and the challenges facing pub owners and punters alike. Follow THE FACE on TikTok and Instagram ....
Aug 17, 2023•17 min
In 2023, social media has been flooded with footage of objects being hurled at musicians on stage – from phones, to vapes and bras. We’ve also seen tension brew between hardcore fanbases and artists such as Doja Cat, Taylor Swift and Ethel Cain. For this week’s episode, we’re joined by Hannah Ewens – author of Fangirls: Scenes From Modern Music Culture – to discuss the increase in reckless behaviour at gigs, and the point when devoted fandom can turn toxic. Follow THE FACE on TikTok and Instagra...
Aug 09, 2023•24 min
This week, i-D's Róisín Lanigan and culture journalist Steph Francis-Shanahan join us to discuss the late, great artist and activist. We chat about about O'Connor's most radical moments, the inherent Irishness of her personality, and the profound impact she's had on the music industry.For further watching, check out Kathryn Ferguson's brilliant new documentary 'Nothing Compares 2 U'. Follow THE FACE on TikTok and Instagram ....
Aug 03, 2023•34 min
This week, we discuss the UK’s failed “war on drugs”, a story about a man who took 40,000 pills (yes, really) and drug use in youth culture today, from ketamine to a rise in sobriety amongst Gen Z. FACE Editor Matthew Whitehouse is joined by FACE resident drugs columnist Simon Doherty and Junior Editor TJ Sidhu to discuss. Follow THE FACE on Instagram and TikTok ....
Jul 26, 2023•27 min
We’ve watched it! Listen to our discussion about whether the fanfare surrounding one of the most anticipated films of the summer is justified. FACE Editor Matthew Whitehouse is joined by FACE Assistant Editor Jade Wickes and FACE friend Eloise Hendy to discuss. Follow THE FACE on Instagram and TikTok ....
Jul 20, 2023•28 min
Studies show that Gen Z is drinking less, which could be catastrophic for small venues that rely on booze sales. But instead of blaming young non-drinkers, shouldn't the model be overhauled entirely? FACE Editor Matthew Whitehouse is joined by FACE Assistant Editor Jade Wickes and FACE friend Shaad D'Souza to discuss. Follow THE FACE on Instagram and TikTok ....
Jul 14, 2023•26 min
THE FACE’s bleary-eyed team reports back from Worthy Farm. In this week’s episode, we discuss the best Glastonbury performances as well as Central Cee’s cute baby moment, Arctic Monkeys’ mixed reception and the questionable wisdom of partying at the Stone Circle past sunrise. Follow THE FACE on Instagram and TikTok...
Jun 28, 2023•24 min
The South London author behind the hit novel Queenie has a thrilling new TV show. Champion tells the story of a rapper trying to rebuild his career after being released from prison, and it also explores complex family dynamics and the exploitative nature of the music industry. On this week’s episode, Carty-Williams joins THE FACE’s team to reveal how she cast the actors and created a soundtrack of entirely original, authentic-sounding music for the show. Follow THE FACE on Instagram and TikTok ....
Jun 28, 2023•31 min
Before it even aired, The Idol had stirred up controversy, and it’s provoked outrage and ridicule since it arrived on our screens in June. For this week’s episode, THE FACE’s Matthew Whitehouse and Olive Pometesy are joined by culture journalist Shaad D’Souza to discuss the initial backlash – as well as the merits – to Sam Levinson and The Weeknd’s extremely sleazy show. Follow THE FACE on Instagram and TikTok...
Jun 21, 2023•23 min
After 11 years of being in Britain’s biggest girl group, Leigh-Anne Pinnock is striking out with her debut solo single, a UK garage-inspired banger which she previewed to ex-bandmate Jade Thirlwall at her hen do. She chats to THE FACE's Matthew Whitehouse and Olive Pometsey about her forthcoming memoir, the musical direction of her album and campaigning for diversity in the music industry. Follow THE FACE on Instagram and TikTok...
Jun 14, 2023•23 min
