Magazine
There are years that simply pass, and then there are years that become cultural landmarks. 2016 belongs to the second category. A moment when R&B, rap, fashion, and internet culture seemed perfectly synchronized. From Blonde to Lemonade, from SoundCloud discoveries to Tumblr aesthetics, the year created a shared language for an entire generation. Ten years later, we still find ourselves returning to 2016—not only because of the music, but because of what it represented: a time when discovering, sharing, and experiencing culture felt more collective than ever.
We are documenting the culture
Chill conversation with the Toronto-based female rapper, SadBoi
Moon is of Vietnamese, Central African, Chadian, and Senegalese heritage, and grew up in France. In 2020, she decided to move to Seoul, drawn by the richness of its culture and its music scene. She quickly caught people’s attention with her charismatic presence, distinctive style, and sharp flow, making her one of the most acclaimed female rappers in Korea.
UK R&B has been going strong for years, with artists like Cleo Sol, Mahalia, Jorja Smith, and Pip Millett leading the way. Recently, a new wave of artists has emerged and truly set themselves apart. Here are five talents to keep an eye on in the coming years.
Playlists
Discover Stepperz's selection on the newest songs, updated every saturday.
Magazine
There are years that simply pass, and then there are years that become cultural landmarks. 2016 belongs to the second category. A moment when R&B, rap, fashion, and internet culture seemed perfectly synchronized. From Blonde to Lemonade, from SoundCloud discoveries to Tumblr aesthetics, the year created a shared language for an entire generation. Ten years later, we still find ourselves returning to 2016—not only because of the music, but because of what it represented: a time when discovering, sharing, and experiencing culture felt more collective than ever.
We are documenting the culture
Chill conversation with the Toronto-based female rapper, SadBoi
Moon is of Vietnamese, Central African, Chadian, and Senegalese heritage, and grew up in France. In 2020, she decided to move to Seoul, drawn by the richness of its culture and its music scene. She quickly caught people’s attention with her charismatic presence, distinctive style, and sharp flow, making her one of the most acclaimed female rappers in Korea.
UK R&B has been going strong for years, with artists like Cleo Sol, Mahalia, Jorja Smith, and Pip Millett leading the way. Recently, a new wave of artists has emerged and truly set themselves apart. Here are five talents to keep an eye on in the coming years.
Playlists
Discover Stepperz's selection on the newest songs, updated every saturday.
Interviews
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