Brian Yates

Culture

When Music Had Faces: The Enduring Magic of Album Artwork in Britain's Visual Culture

From the psychedelic masterpieces of the 1960s to today's Instagram thumbnails, album artwork has been the visual heartbeat of British music culture. As streaming threatens to reduce our favourite records to tiny squares, a passionate community of designers, collectors, and artists are fighting to keep this vital art form alive.

Mar 20, 2026

Music

DIY or Die: The Creative Revolution Happening in Britain's Home Studios

From converted bedrooms in Manchester to kitchen table setups in Brighton, a new generation of British musicians is proving you don't need a major label to make it big. Armed with laptops, passion, and an unshakeable belief in their vision, these artists are rewriting the rules of the music industry one track at a time.

Mar 20, 2026