Stoke Newington author Travis Elborough describes some of the strangest and most historically-obscure locations across the globe in his latest book
Posted inART
Guerrilla Girl power! Feminist ‘masked avengers’ come to East London to take on art world
The political art collective has been fighting prejudice in the art world for 30 years, with a major new exhibition of their work now open at the Whitechapel Gallery
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‘Mr Robot’ seeks to revolutionise art with autonomous paintings
A collection of paintings made by robots could have far-reaching implications – and not just for art
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Four legs good: charting the history of midcentury modern chairs
Chair expert Lucy Ryder Richardson explains her fascination with our four-legged friends and the appeal of the midcentury modern style
Posted inMUSIC
Concert pitch – October gig guide for East London
Autumn starts here with an all conquering selection of live music acts
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They shall not pass! Commemorating the Battle of Cable Street
This month a series of events marks 80 years since this defining episode in East London’s history
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Snap happy for Photomonth – UK’s largest photography festival returns
East London galleries to hold over 100 free photography exhibitions on topics ranging from the personal and esoteric to global political events
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Gavin Turk gives cautious welcome to plans for dedicated ‘artist zones’
City Hall’s proposals to protect artists from developers and soaring rents could end up undermining their creativity, says artist
Posted inMUSIC
This is Grime – book review: A behind-the-scenes look at the musical revolution that defines a generation
A new book provides an intricate snapshot of a thriving subculture in British music, born out of the raves and pirate radio stations of East London
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The Comet is Coming: Hackney’s dark horse for Mercury Prize glory
A heady mix of space exploration, spirituality and improvisation have landed a Hackney avant-jazz trio in the running for the prestigious music prize