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5 Minutes with Rachel Croft

From writing and performing her own songs to creating her own animations and vinyl art, independent artist Rachel Croft has been redefining the indie music scene in London. We sat down with her to discuss...

In Conversation With Sam Duckworth and Dele Sosimi

We spoke to Sam Duckworth – aka Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly. – and celebrated Afrobeat musician Dele Sosimi about their collaboration on a new album.

5 Minutes With Leigh Folk Festival’s Mick Davison

We took 5 minutes to talk to Chairman of the UK’s largest free folk festival Mick Davison about the event’s origins, how to best enjoy the festival, and what really counts as folk music.

The Boats That Rocked: Southend’s Pirate Radio Scene

In the 1960s, offshore pirate radio stations popped up, offering young people the music programming they craved.

Zoë Timmers On the Importance of High-Quality Sound

Lifestyle photographer Zoë Timmers discusses her memories of her father, his music set up and extensive record collection.

5 Minutes with DJ Yoda: The Master Behind the Turntables

This month's interviewee is no stranger to starting from scratch. After buying his first set of turntables from working a summer job, the self-taught DJ Yoda now tours the world and is a globally renowned artist.

5 Minutes with Tenderlonious & 22a

We sat down with Ed from 22a to find out more about the concept behind the label and what makes them tick.

Music Nostalgia - What’s the soundtrack to your youth?

Nostalgia is in fashion. Rediscover the love for your favourite forgotten genres and songs when bringing the past into the future.

Music for the Soul

Music evokes emotion. We all have felt it at some point in our lives- many people just have to hear the first few notes of a song to evoke memories of a past summer holiday or period in their life.

5 minutes with Charles Watson

We recently had the pleasure of sitting down and grabbing 5 with London based songwriter/producer/writer Charles Watson.

Ruark & John Lewis bring the Sound of Summer to the Capital

Inspired by the capital’s love of music and heritage of supporting music culture, the Gardening Society at John Lewis has had a makeover.

Ruark’s European Festival Guide 2018

With summer on the horizon (though perhaps the weather has forgotten), it could mean only one thing; the start of the music festival calendar.

Bringing Vinyl Back – Record Store Day

In the 1980's advances in audio technology meant the LP was replaced overnight, this Record Store Day we are bringing vinyl back.

The Science of Sound

Have you ever contemplated how listening to different genres of music effects your mood? We delved into the science behind your listening.

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Ruark Sounds

We’ve curated a selection of playlists to set the perfect tone for your day. Playlists are available for Spotify, Amazon Music, Deezer and Tidal.

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Latest Playlist

Lazydays Festival 2026

Compiled by Jake Barnabas

A selection of tracks to get you in the mood for this years Lazydays festival, sponsored buy Ruark.