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In this episode of TALKS, Tom meets Tamera, the London-based singer songwriter whose artistic introspection and silky R&B sound has been making waves on the music scene. Sitting down for a typically British breakfast at a local cafe, the pair dive deeper into her latest album ‘Lost in Translation’, not getting lost in the sauce of newfound fame and attempt to make their own duet.

In this episode of TALKS we meet globally renowned Afrobeats musician and entrepreneur Mr Eazi who pioneered the Banku music genre which marries Ghanian highlife with his native Nigeria’s sound. Having collaborated with the likes of Beyonce, Bad Bunny and J Balvin, his latest album ‘The Evil Genius’ is a introspective body of work that explores trust issues, unmet expectations, love and discovering what’s true to oneself.

With a fierce independent spirit, powerhouse vocals and an exciting blend of UK R&B and soul, Kara Marni joins us for the final episode of Axel Arigato Talks. Kara speaks on equal opportunities for women in music, craziest fan encounters and the process behind her very personal songwriting.

Shay Malt is the brains behind the big sweaty queer night, Adonis, that has unleashed London's fun side. With the UK’s capital facing a consistent onslaught of club closures, council pressure and growing gentrification, all of which threaten nightlife, Adonis has established a loyal community and sustained itself for years. In this episode, we discuss the story behind it and if there is such a thing as a safe space in nightlife. 

Lyricist, storyteller and South London girl at heart, ENNY's impact in rap was first felt in 2020 when she released the viral hit 'Peng Black Girls' which Jorja Smith later jumped on, followed by music exploring womanhood, navigating relationships and power. On this episode, ENNY speaks about the ongoing gentrification of her beloved Thamesmead, her dating icks and how her family encouraged her artistic journey.

The critically acclaimed UK rapper turns the richness of British culture into swerving, genre-moulding music. His debut album Universal Credit explored working class disenfranchisement under austerity in Britain, reflecting on his upbringing in Walthamstow and how politics has a hand to play in society. In this episode, Jeshi speaks on the visual language behind his music videos, why statistics are secondary to the work and what’s in store next.