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Nabihah Iqbal

Nabihah Iqbal, pegged as a ‘trailblazer for Asian women in rock’ is about as versatile as you can get. She boasts a BA in History and Ethnomusicology from SOAS, a MPhil (focused on African history) from Cambridge, experience working in human rights law, and to top it off a black belt in Karate. Born and raised in central London, Nabihah shed light on her love for her hometown following her set at Beat Hotel. Below are her hot spots for music, food and views in the British capital.

If the weather permits, walk up to the top and sit there and look out on the city. It’s quite central but at the same time it’s really chilled. I grew up next to Primrose Hill so for me it’s an integral part of my childhood, and my London experience. It’s just a nice way of looking at the whole city.

If you’re into genres from different parts of the world this is your spot. It has a lot of jazz and they’ve got a big second hand jazz section and books.

It’s just a little shack, but it’s been there my whole life and the same woman still works there that did when I was about 10 years old. I used to go there in my karate suit and she’d know what time it was. The queue can be a madness, but it shows you people are dedicated to the cause - they stand there even in the winter. It’s the best crepe I’ve eaten and definitely better than anything in France (French people agree too). So go there!

Always a staple. Good value for money Japanese food. They’ve got a few branches around central.

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Errol

Errol is a DJ/broadcaster, curator and founder of steadily rising, South London-based musical movement (club night, concert series, record label and radio show), 

Influenced by his Caribbean heritage and the richness of black music’s lineage, the monthly Touching Bass 'dance' has become a true playground for musical exploration. Most recently, Errol has broadened his interests across creative mediums, collaborating with the likes of UK menswear designer, 

, on his Slygo SS19 season and music supervision roles for 

’s (Beyonce, Neneh Cherry) ‘Black To Techno’. His guide features the best places to go crate digging across London city.

Bricky's finest. Wally's knowledge of Caribbean music is encyclopaedic. Make sure you roll to Eat of Eden afterwards to replenish.

Mostly secondhand bits from across the musical spectrum. Warning: no listening booths; YouTube is your friend.

A well-known one, but for good reason. A real mixed bag of records — new and old.

Another Soho spot (special mention to Jean-Claude's If Music too). Solid selection, very reasonably priced and knowledgable staff. Gwan.

Always a friendly vibe down there and they're always supporting local music. I don’t go here enough TBH.

If you're out west, take a peek in here for the goodness. If you're in central/north, check out their smaller store in Kings Cross

Reckless Records

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