Sound + Vision

In 2026 creatives embraced analogue formats from film to vinyl. What drove this shift, what do self-styled luddites believe, and is the trend here to stay?

DCMS launches Turn It Up: Our Plan for Music with a £45m package, library studios, mentoring, live venue support and a new Music Champion.

BCU’s Riffs journal examines Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath’s influence across music, film, fashion and fandom, revealing why his legacy still shapes global culture.

Green Day announce the NIMRODS film and soundtrack, releasing a new single and a diverse 30-track set. Read about the cast, collaborators and what this means for the band’s legacy.

How London’s independent musicians and emerging filmmakers are reshaping film music with bold, low-budget soundtracks and new collaboration paths across the city.

How Vietnamese animation uses folklore, festival strategy and IP-first thinking to reach global markets. Practical lessons for creative leaders and investors.

A curated cultural tour for America’s 250th: four essential works in film, music, podcasts and books that challenge national narratives and expand understanding.

How responsible AI, clear rights and fair licensing can protect creators across film, music and media. Lessons from MusicNation, the Human Artistry Campaign and the UAE.

James Blake’s frustration is valid but misdirected. Google’s AI summaries, scraping and ad model are hollowing out independent culture journalism and artists’ reach.

Madonna warns that AI and streaming metrics risk hollowing out creativity. Her call for digital stillness offers a timely message for London’s creative community.