Kyann-Sian Williams
A chronically online junior staff writer serving up the freshest features, news, and reviews from a Gen-Z perspective
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Sudan Archives: “I’m ready to show everyone the true me – very silly, very spiritual, very loving”
After heartbreak and upheaval, the Los Angeles-based artist created a new persona, Gadget Girl, to bring her back to herself and turn her violin into a tool of liberation

Doja Cat – ‘Vie’ review: shapeshifting, sensual and seriously fun
Zappy synths, slapping bass and playful vocals make Doja’s latest album a groove-a-thon that refuses to quit

Joy Crookes on new album ‘Juniper’ and discovering the “rawest form” of herself
Known for her nuanced introspection, the South London crooner digs deeper into her own identity with unapologetic honesty

Cardi B – ‘Am I The Drama?’ review: overstuffed and underwhelming
Seven years on from her riotous debut, Cardi doubles down on bravado but drowns it in overlong tracks and half-baked collabs

PinkPantheress live in London: camp, chaos and karaoke joy
With tap-dancing DJs, voguing mash-ups and karaoke singalongs, PinkPantheress’ biggest show yet is deliriously fun

Pozer looks to the future: “I want to be the figurehead in the UK”
Backstage at Reading 2025, the Croydon rapper reflected on a huge year and making history

Teyana Taylor – ‘Escape Room’ review: a tender, nuanced exploration of love
A raw, therapeutic listen that transforms heartbreak and divorce into a bittersweet journey through grief and healing

Check out the newly revamped campsites at Reading & Leeds 2025
“I think people are just looking for a little bit more from their festival experience"

AJ Tracey is ready to “pass the baton” to the next generation of UK rap
Before the Ladbroke Grove rap titan took over the Chevron Stage at Reading 2025, Tracey spoke to NME about his latest album 'Don't Die Before You're Dead', staying independent and his new philosophical outlook on life

Sault, Cleo Sol and Chronixx live at All Points East 2025: a dizzying, confusing marathon
August 15, Victoria Park, London: For five hours, Sault's mysterious collective take over east London with theatrical interludes and cameo appearances from Sol, Chronixx and Yasiin Bey

Reading & Leeds 2025: check out NME’s playlist of the must-see acts at the festival
From Chappell Roan's pop anthems to Travis Scott’s intense energy, NME have rounded up 30 unmisssable acts to get you hyped for this year’s edition of the twin festivals

Kaytranada – ‘Ain’t No Damn Way!’ review: commanding the dancefloor with instinct and precision
The Montreal producer stands tall alone on his fourth album, showing he can hold the groove alone with sci-fi synths, R&B flips and carefully calibrated rhythms