#39 : Ben Edge

 
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Editor’s Note:

Themes of reconnection arose very quickly and constantly in this issue – whether it was with an individual, a community, the past or even just thoughts and feelings.

In this edition we rediscover the traditions and rituals of UK folk with artist Ben Edge. Elsewhere, musician Will Varley talks to us about milestones and playing minigolf with Billy Bragg, Gravesend artist Elle Tennyson on her koi carp safety net and working with bleach and UB40 legend Ali Campbell speaks about the legacy of reggae ahead of his visit to Dreamland.

Our featured photographer is Ukrainian Taras Bychko, who captures the feelings of enforced displacement, while we also have Kent Women’s Cricket captain Megan Belt on her day job and Rochester musician Lo Lauren on putting some glitz into pop.

Enjoy,

Joe / Editor

 

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Folklore Rising : An interview with artist Ben Edge
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Folklore Rising : An interview with artist Ben Edge
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Artist Ben Edge on being part of the folklore renaissance and the importance of community and connection  

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EKC Dover College: Where students feel inspired to explore all angles of the art world
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EKC Dover College: Where students feel inspired to explore all angles of the art world
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As you step into the art studio, a hushed stillness fills the air, broken only by the soft sounds of brushes on canvas and the focused murmurs of budding artists immersed in their creative process. 

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In conversation with… Deal musician Will Varley
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In conversation with… Deal musician Will Varley
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On the dawn of his seventh album, it feels that recognition has arrived

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RECIPE: Kent wild garlic flatbread with poached eggs & nduja hot honey 
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RECIPE: Kent wild garlic flatbread with poached eggs & nduja hot honey 
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Food influencer Ella Kitto whips up a Kentish spring brunch

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WHERE PATHS MEET: Tunbridge Wells photographer Taras Bychko on forced emigration
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WHERE PATHS MEET: Tunbridge Wells photographer Taras Bychko on forced emigration
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Photographer Taras Bychko documents forced emigration in a project that reflects his family’s own emotional move from his home in Ukraine to Tunbridge Wells

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Sound Scout: 'Cene Playlist #39 + Music Reviews
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Sound Scout: 'Cene Playlist #39 + Music Reviews
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Featuring Tia Gordon, Motel Green, Harry Shotta, Ben Macklin, Jay Malakhi & Sandhouse

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CAT FIGHT: Interview with Sevenoaks author Kit Conway
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CAT FIGHT: Interview with Sevenoaks author Kit Conway
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Columnist Zahra Barri chats to Sevenoaks author Kit Conway about suspense, suburbia, savagery, salaciousness, Desperate Housewives and, of course, Sevenoaks!

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Rosé Reborn: From Naff to Necessary
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Rosé Reborn: From Naff to Necessary
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Kent wine communicator Natalia Suta on why it’s time for rosé to come in from the cold

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REVIEW: Number Nine, Chapel House Estate, Ramsgate
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REVIEW: Number Nine, Chapel House Estate, Ramsgate
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The restaurant manages to merge a hint of luxury with amazing affordability…

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Esoteric Isle: The lore of the land - Kent folklore
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Esoteric Isle: The lore of the land - Kent folklore
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Columnist Anna Willatt speaks to a crew of folklore enthusiasts who resolutely uphold the traditions of the county with some seasonal events

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Smiles Ahead : Dicky Smiles
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Folkestone illustrator Arron Miles on taking the plunge and creating character Dicky Smiles  

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BACK TO THE BOX OFFICE: Curzon Canterbury RIverside
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Bleach Scene : Interview with Gravesend bleach artist Elle Tennyson
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Bleach Scene : Interview with Gravesend bleach artist Elle Tennyson
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Gravesend artist Elle Tennyson on bleach, salt and koi carp safety blankets

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REVIEW: THE DRILL HALL, SANDWICH
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REVIEW: THE DRILL HALL, SANDWICH
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A bubbly and sociable atmosphere with, more importantly, quality artisanal pizza.

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TALK ABOUT - POP MUSIC: Interview with Rochester artist Lo Lauren
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TALK ABOUT - POP MUSIC: Interview with Rochester artist Lo Lauren
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Rochester artist Lo Lauren is on a personal pop mission to put the glitter back into music

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FIELD WORK: Interview with Kent Women’s Cricketers Megan Belt and Jodie Hobson
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FIELD WORK: Interview with Kent Women’s Cricketers Megan Belt and Jodie Hobson
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Kent Women’s Cricket captain Megan Belt and all-rounder Jodie Hobson on the new season and balancing sport with their day jobs

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