JAY-Z (yes, yet another name change) has attained platinum status again for his newest body of work which has been rumoured to be a self-snitching autobiography. Today we dig into JAY-Z’s latest album which we think is another creative masterclass. In this mainstream music feature, we showcase some of the hottest hip-hop
When it comes to swag, no other platform allows you to express your individuality like some good ink. In a world shaped by corporate giants mass producing for every high-street, it was inevitable that eventually, everyone would look the same. We can mix and match
This time around on Swag Surf, the man we are showcasing is Ilja Jay Lawal. A menswear blogger, founder and CEO of an innovative clothing label and an inspiring model based in Vienna, Austria. Ilja lives and breathes fashion. Growing up, he explored his obsession
Back at it again with another timeless banger, ‘Keep Their Heads Ringin’ has a solid Vintage Sound. Dr D.R.E needs no introduction, he’s been certified in the sound lab since the 80’s and on this banger he surely had all the elements of the dope-sound
For years the bridge between Hip-hop and UK Rap/Grime proved challenging from both sides across the Atlantic. While Hip-hop culture has been a life-spring of great influence on the urban scene across the globe, Grime has been on the rise since the early 2000s grooming
With a permanent residency on a wall in many homes housing a teenager, the Rap Gods posters fast became urban culture classics. However, whilst most of us can reminisce about times we tested our not so clued-up friends and family on the names of the
This week SA takes a look at three books to enhance your Urban Library across all three lifestyle categories. Unashamed So I was first introduced to Lecrae by my late sister, whom by the way knew nothing about hip-hop but liked the positive message in
Picking a great scent is an intimate and perhaps a confidence driver for a gent at work. With all the hard work done for you, the pieces compiled in this article tick all 3 the boxes on longevity, great scent & value for money. As you
Sonos Audio Systems are hands down one of the best speaker systems out there but once you start going up the product line purchasing ladder, these bad-boys start to get a little pricey. However as the saying goes, “you get what you pay for” and
Many of us have the creativity and will power to update a room and make it our own but what items can you get right now, that can really give it more character? We try to answer this question at Slick Motive by showcasing the best art
