For vocalist, composer and creative producer Supriya Nagarajan, music is both a bridge between cultures and a powerful way of exploring urgent issues. Ahead of her upcoming performance of Meltwater at the Royal Albert Hall's Elgar Room, she spoke with The GIFTED Journal about heritage, collaboration and the role of art in conversations around climate change.

Briggs sat down with Madison McFerrin - an American singer, songwriter and producer. Madison delved into her influences, her relationship with music, how residing in different US states over time has influenced her journey and helped shape her community - as well as new video visuals for her single ‘God Herself’ off her debut album “I Hope You Can Forgive Me”.

To kick start Women’s History Month, Briggs sat down with Kara Jackson ahead of her debut album - Kara unravelled stories from her journey so far, including her sonic influences, how the creative scene in Chicago has inspired her growth and the healing experience of art in community.

Nigerian-British Artist Joel Chidi Sydenham uncovers the connection between his art and nature, how painting becomes an act to reclaim one’s cultural identity, the importance of a creative community and his hopes for the next generation.