Axel Arigato TALKS

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 discoverin...

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...

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 encou...

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 ar...

Singer, songwriter and record label co-owner TYSON was born in London to a deeply musical family - her mother Neneh Cherry and father Cameron McVey, both established artists. With a creative output ranging from stylishly soulful to experimentally boundless, the single ‘Tuesday’ was a hit and the visuals saw her flying over London on a fluffy dragon, of course. An advocate for equal opportunities,...

From musician to author, poet to painter, Jordan Stephens has spent the past decade proving that he can do pretty much everything. Finding fame at the tender age of 18 as one half of chart-topping band Rizzle Kicks, Jordan reflects on how those formative years influences his solo projects, what the art of reinventing oneself creatively unlocks and the liberating affect playing a drag queen on film...

DJ extraordinaire and club connoisseur, Jyoty is the go-to choice for the fashion world’s parties as well as building a loyal fanbase for her own shows. A seminal Boiler Room set in 2019 put her firmly on the map and she’s been grinding ever since, starting her own Homegrown live series which sells out in a matter of minutes. In this episode, Jyoty reflects on her upbringing in Amsterdam, the impo...

A masterful curator of sound, vision and lyricism, La Roux’s debut self-titled album single handedly re-energised the UK’s electronic music scene when it dropped. Not one to rinse and repeat, she reinvented her output in the seminal albums that followed, drawing on baselines and soulful influences. In this episode, La Roux discusses her body of work, the phenomenon of her breakout into stardom and...

For International Women's Day we passed the mic over to DJ and Activist, Anahita Shamsaei for a special live recording. Full of insights and powerful moments about the bravery of women in and outside of Iran fighting for freedom.

The rising British musician shaking up the UK music scene, Master Peace fuses his love of indie and hip hop into his own unique sound. In this episode, Peace speaks on how he finds balance between the super high energy performing calls for and where the pendulum swings to when he needs to recharge, what he’d do if he was Prime Minister for the day and how he stays grounded as his star continues to...

Emerging in the late 90’s as a game changer of female rap, Eve’s cultural impact has spanned music, fashion, film and beyond for more than two decades. In this episode which officially kicks off the second season of Axel Arigato Talks Podcast, Eve reflects on the journey from sleeping on her mother’s sofa in West Philly to signing a record deal with Dr. Dre in LA, the supreme highs and profound lo...

On the final episode for Season 1 of Axel Arigato Talks we have the legendary, Jodie Harsh. She’s a DJ, producer, reigning queen of London nightlife who knows how to throw the ultimate party which brings people together. We talk music, her style evolution and how New York influences her life and creative output.

On this episode of Axel Arigato Talks, we meet the very inspiring Mona M. Ali. The founder of Fiiri, a model and creative agency for people of colour, who now sits as the editor of diversity and inclusion at Vogue Scandinavia. Listen in as Mona speaks on the ebbs and flows of feeling connected to both Somalia and Sweden and POC representation in a typically Westernised media landscape.

On this episode of Axel Arigato Talks we meet London-based singer/songwriter, Gracey. Listen in to hear about the creative process behind making a hit, the trials and tribulations of lockdown and her advice for aspiring female musicians in the industry. 

On this episode of Axel Arigato Talks we meet Heather Glazzard and Nora Nord – partners in both work and life. They are photographers and videographers respectively and happened to shoot our Keith Haring Pride collaboration last year. Listen in to hear why they feel a queer creative team is the most authentic route when shooting queer stories, living as neurodivergent creatives and what inclusive...

On this episode of Axel Arigato Talks we’re in Paris at our Le Marais store with photographer and friend of the brand, Campbell Addy. During PFW in June, we celebrated Campbell’s first book ‘Feeling Seen’ which explores visibility within the industry through his images, featuring photos of Kendall Jenner, Tyler the Creator and FKA Twigs among others. This talk was hosted by Campbell’s friend and P...

On this episode of Axel Arigato Talks, we meet Heidi Bivens - a creative powerhouse whose work you may have seen on the TV series Euphoria. As a costume designer for the series and having previously designed the wardrobes for the likes of David Lynch and Harmony Korine films, she wears many hats on and off set. Listen in to hear the process of creating Euphoria’s costumes, the power of collaborati...

Willy Ndatira is a true multihypenate who wears many hats - all of which are well made. As Artistic Director, Consulting Editor, Collaborator, Writer at some of the industries most exalted brands and publications, Willy believes in collaboration and organic connection in the world of art and fashion. Tune in to hear about the the power of having multiple career paths, the culture of authenticity a...

On this episode of Axel Arigato Talks we meet Tom Rasmussen, who is a multidisciplinary creative in every sense. The two-time author and current Contributing Editor at US Vogue, Tom left a huge mark on the London drag scene as Crystal Rasmussen and is now embarking on a solo music career to much anticipation and critical acclaim. Tune in to hear about their upcoming album, the story of a woman who...

On this episode of Axel Arigato Talks we meet Alice Aedy, who had just returned from the front line of the Poland-Ukraine border when she sat down with Tom. Alice is a documentary photographer, film-maker and campaigner, whose work focuses on forced migration, environmental issues and women’s stories. Full of insights, listen into this conversation about the power of storytelling through a lens, r...

On this episode of Axel Arigato Talks we meet the supremely talented Shon Faye. Journalist, campaigner and author of The Transgender Issue (2021), a Sunday Times Bestselling book which explores the stark realities of trans life today and how the difficulties they face are made worse by moral panic. Listen in to hear Tom and Shon discuss mental health, dating apps and the writing process.&nbsp...

For the very first episode of Axel Arigato Talks, it was only right we sit down for a chat with Kojey Radical - multidisciplinary creative who has been making waves in music and fashion for over a decade. In this episode, Kojey speaks on his creative process when creating music, finding gratitude in how far he has come and who should split the bill on a first date.