Establishing the mood with a dimensional, Afrobeats energy, tapping into a vibrant frequency with male and female ad-lib vocalizations, MV and AB96 open Party with notions of optimism and a feel-good sentiment.

The opus expands with relatable prose about partying and human connection. It is sensual and playful at the same time. We appreciate the authenticity that the track exudes and the charm that the vocals are delivered with.

At a time when we need it the most, MV and AB96 are bringing to life good vibes with a tropical nuance and inviting us to truly embrace each other, but there is also a conscious thread that runs through the wider themes of the lyrics. They confess, “As the world is becoming increasingly dangerous with politics and world hunger we decided to bring a more [satirical] approach to our music.”

There is no doubt that Party is perfect for a range of DJ sets, festivals and raves in Africa and Brazil on the beach, but it is also sync friendly for a club scene in a TV show like Fatal Attraction on Netflix.

We learn that MV is a London–based artist who teamed up with AB96, who is both producer and artist. Together, they fuse their Nigerian and Ghanaian roots with a UK upbringing. They confess how their sound is influenced by Shatawale, Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Asake, which we can feel come through with Party, although there is no doubt that the duo are manifesting a sound of their own.

MV and AB96 share a long history of collaboration inside and outside the studio. Their brotherhood reflects a strong cultural link between Nigeria and Ghana. They tell us how the song was recorded in AB96’sbedroom, giving it that raw and authentic, personal feel.

Anecdotally, MV was initially uninterested in the track. Everything changed when he heard AB96’s first verse. MV then delivered the second verse, and they realised the song had hit potential. The process was natural and unforced. A memorable moment is that MV was asleep until AB96 “killed” the first verse.

Needless to say, we are in awe, and have added Party to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TIMELESS playlist, whilst we continue to stream the wider discography of MV, and anticipate future releases and productions from AB96.

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Tonight saw the official launch of the first Versace Versus collection with Anthony Vaccarello as creative director. It took place in East London – unsurprising as the collection itself is inspired by Brett Anderson and 1990s Britpop. This is a pretty awesome teaser for Versace considering that the brand is showing a full Versus collection at London Fashion Week in September.

The collection itself was pretty accurately representative of its inspirations and created, marketed and developed for a social media audience – it is immediately available at versusversace.com – the event was also live streamed via Style.com tonight (which you can rewatch) – a really smart digital initiative as it stands, imagine how perfect the future retail model of Style.com would suit this type of activity (so exciting as a e-commerce prospect).

My favourite three menswear pieces are included below. You can shop them here. There are also a handful of intimate Snapchats with Donatella Versace on Snapchat: nikthakkar, and some photos on Instagram.

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Daily Mail caption: “Who wears short shorts?. They’re Alexander McQueen tiger print silk boxer shorts, actually.

Boots: McQueen, Shorts: McQueen, Mesh Panel T-Shirt and Jacket: Ada + Nik SS14

Venue: The Library for ELLE Editor Lorraine Candy’s 10 Year Anniversary at the helm of the publication

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