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Joseph JP Patterson

Editor-In-Chief, Complex UK

Joined August 2014 | 377 posts
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ON A LEVEL: Jah Digga

Nottingham hero Jah Digga chops it up with JP about “Addictions”, going viral in ‘26 vs shelling down raves in ‘06, Adele being his dream collaboration, and more...

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JP’s UK Culture Picks: July/August 2026

A new monthly column from Complex UK’s EIC, Joseph ‘JP’ Patterson.

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Ashley Alarcon Launches Premium Eyewear Brand Mil101

From London to Barcelona, the house scene can’t get enough of Mil101.

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JP’s UK Culture Picks: June 2026

A new monthly column from Complex UK’s EIC, Joseph ‘JP’ Patterson.

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R.I.P. Kanya King. You Will Be Missed.

The beloved founder and CEO of the MOBO Awards has passed away at the age of 57 after a two-year battle with colon cancer.

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Walé Adeyemi Helped Define An Era Of Black British Style. Now He’s Back To Do It Again.

From Camden Market to the UK garage scene, the British-Nigerian designer looks back on his impact throughout the ‘90s and noughties as he relaunches his namesake brand for a whole new generation.

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Inside The KidSuper Collaboration Inspired By Colm Dillane’s Irish Roots

KidSuper founder Colm Dillane discusses Irish heritage, football culture, friendship and authenticity through his latest collaboration with Jameson Irish Whiskey.

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ON A LEVEL: Joe Black & Squeeks

The road rap revival is in full swing.

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JP’s UK Culture Picks: April/May 2026

A new monthly column from Complex UK’s EIC, Joseph ‘JP’ Patterson.

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JP’s UK Culture Picks: March 2026

A new monthly column from Complex UK’s EIC, Joseph ‘JP’ Patterson.

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JP Selects: UK Acts To Watch In 2026

Complex UK’s editor-in-chief on the artists to look out for this year...

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The Life + Times Of Darcus Beese

We caught up with the revered UK music exec to talk about his new BET documentary, ‘Darcus Beese: In His Own Words’, his new music stable, D.A.P., the future of A&R and more.

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ON A LEVEL: Durrty Goodz

A lesson in grime with a UK music legend...

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