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Author: Gaia Neiman
Originally from Brighton, the homeland of The Kooks, Gaia covers music from classical to urban Latin to Arabic underground with a keen eye for non-Western artists, while still appreciating a good REM album like anyone else. She joined Far Out as a freelancer in 2025, covering music, culture, travel, and the occasional misunderstood character. When she’s not writing, you’ll probably find her on a climbing wall or behind a camera.
Articles by Author: Gaia Neiman
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