'The Ascent Was Just Wild' – The Oral History of The Strokes' 'Is This It'
On the 20th anniversary of modern rock's most seminal album, VICE spoke to its producer, publicist, journalists and the guy who shot the "arse cover".
Fedde Le Grand: How 'Put Your Hands Up for Detroit' Changed My Life
On the 15th anniversary of its release, Fedde Le Grand explains how a track he wasn't even fussed about became an international club classic.
Awww, Here Are Cute Photos of Goth Couples at Download 2021
Finally, this weekend, it was possible to be a goth in love at a festival again.
Olivia Rodrigo’s Teen Fans Review Avril Lavigne, Paramore and More
“I think it would definitely be a viral break-up TikTok sound if it was released today.”
Dublin’s Underground Dance Scene Is Battling the City’s Gentrification
From digital radio to dressing up as grannies and busking out of shopping trolleys, Dublin's electronic artists are innovating around gentrification.
'I'm Higher Than Weed' – Avelino Is UK Rap's Conscious Guide
For our second Share Location of 2021, the north Londoner takes us back to his earlier years, via first dates, worst jobs and big lessons.
Tkay Maidza Is On the Brink of a Long Overdue Breakout
With the last of her experimental mixtape trilogy due to drop in July, the Zimbabwe-born, Australia-raised star is ready to settle into greatness.
Greentea Peng is Healing, Using Shrooms and Music's Miracle Tone
By tuning her debut album a semitone lower than the industry standard, the jazzy neo-soul artist is raising listener's vibrations – and her own.
The Synesthesia Playlist – A Guide to Seeing Music in Colour
What's the most red-sounding song of the 21st century? Scottish musician Sam Gellaitry is here to tell you.
Gen Z Are Resurrecting Shoegaze for Their 'Bleak, Post-COVID World'
Thirty years later, the reverb-drenched late 80s genre is still going strong on TikTok.
14 Songs That Give Us Hope For The Future
A cheat sheet to catch you up on the last 12 months of new music.