GEM Magazine Issue 07

Welcome to the seventh issue of GEM Magazine. The music mag a cut above the rest.

This time, we’re particularly leaning into the multi-layered world of indie music and shining a light on some of our most beloved acts. Firstly, there are the Minnesota-based indie-kings of Hippo Campus and their return to the stages in the UK and Europe. Next to them, we also had the honour of getting to sit down with the Canadian band Peach Pit, who after not just releasing one but two albums during the pandemic, have chosen the summery months for their official comeback. And last but definitely not least, we took a leap across the pond to talk to the New York-based duo Boyish, who, with their honest, heartfelt lyrics and soft-sounding songs, have slowly but surely taken over the indie scene by storm.

Of course, we also want to use this opportunity to offer the spotlight to some of the phenomenal artists that are just on the uprising right now. For once, we’re proud to officially introduce the Londoner Tycho Jones to the world and our readership, who we already cannot wait to see blow up in the very near future (you heard it here first, folks). And secondly, there is the Dorset-raised singer-songwriter Valencia Grace, who has managed to become a household name on the musical side of TikTok.

Otherwise, this issue is yet again packed with various song and album reviews of our favourite recent releases, electric live reviews, a very special piece about Twenty One Pilots’ latest Takeover Tour in London - exclusive fan-insights included -, as well as interesting arts and culture write-ups. It is an issue of celebration, fun and experiences and passions that we believe should be at the forefront this summer and it is with great pride that we get to share it with all of you. Because, in the end, none of this would be possible without you - the readers, the music fans. It’s you who make the world for us go round, so we want to dedicate this very special issue to all of you. We truly hope you enjoy it.

GEM - For everyone in love with all things music, arts, and culture.

- 36 pages
- printed on 100% recycled paper
- to be shipped at the end of August