A Nice Pair: Little Simz

First, a big thanks to all of you who came out yesterday and helped make the annual Perth Night Market a big success! We truly appreciate it! And now it’s time for A Nice Pair: book and music pairings that go together like Sundays and sleeping in after staying out late. Today we’re pairing the book Hey Hi Hello by Annie Nightingale with the album Lotus by Little Simz.

Hey Hi Hello is Annie Nightingale’s lively memoir that chronicles her groundbreaking journey as Britain’s first female DJ over five decades of pop culture. With candid reflections and vivid anecdotes, she recounts encounters with artists like The Beatles, Bob Marley, Billie Eilish and Little Simz, while tracing the evolution of music from punk to acid house. The book captures her rebellious spirit, deep love for broadcasting, and enduring influence on British music and radio.

Lotus, Little Simz’ sixth studio album. is a raw and genre-defying album that channels personal pain into powerful artistry. Blending orchestral flourishes with grime, soul, and Afrobeat, she crafts a cinematic soundscape that explores betrayal, growth, and self-reclamation. It’s a fearless statement of independence, featuring rich collaborations and emotionally charged storytelling. We currently have the indie exclusive version in Electric Pink in stock.