Tag: interview

Look Out Old Mack Is Back! We Speak To The Legendary Ute Lemper About Her Arrangement Of The Classic, ‘Mack The Knife’

May 9, 2025

Ute Lemper is legendary, on both stage and screen. This incredible vocalist and renowned songwriter played Sally Bowles to great acclaim in the original Paris production of ‘Cabaret’, winning the Molière Award in 1987 for Best Newcomer, as well as the Olivier Award in 1998 for Best Actress In A Musical for her role of Velma in the revival ‘Chicago’, which saw her perform in both London and New York. She recently released her take on ‘Mack The Knife’, the song composed by Kurt Weill, with lyrics by Bertolt Brecht, for their 1928 music drama, ‘The Threepenny Opera’. We spoke with Ute about her rendition of the song, and her music.

‘I Feel Like A Bartender Creating A Colourful Cocktail Sometimes!’ Qymira Talks Musical Evolution And What’s Next

April 22, 2025

Qymira – the evocative, genre-defying force, has had quite the year. Touring with the legendary Boyzlife, collaborating with celebrity favourite luxury brand VERGEZ, and releasing her anthem of spiritual awakening ‘Labyrinth Of Life’ are just a few impressive milestones. We caught up with the artist on her rising trajectory, musical evolution, and symbolic healing journey ahead of her vibrant next single, ‘Melodrama’.