EVERYTHING ON OUR RADAR THIS MONTH

It might have the reputation of being the most uneventful month of them all, but January 2025 is *stacked* with things to watch, music to listen to AND places to be. Read on for the highlights that'll keep you occupied throughout the first month of the year.

THE TRAITORS SEASON 3: 1 JANUARY

Everyone's favourite reality show is back for another round of sneaking, lying and manipulating for a cash prize of up to £120,000. Season 2 saw Traitor Harry Clark win the game, gagging viewers across the country. Expect even more shocking moments this time round as The Traitors presenter Claudia Winkleman told BBC 'some really exciting things that have changed' in season 3 – consider us SAT.

 

WE LIVE IN TIME: 1 JANUARY
What happens when an ambitious chef meets a fresh divorcée? The romance drama everyone’s been waiting for. Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh take centre stage in John Crowley's We Live In Time and not to spoil, but it’s a certified emotional whirlwind – you’ll be circling through laughs, anxiety, joy and tears throughout the ride.

 

THE NIGHT AGENT SEASON 2: 23 JANUARY

Season 1 introduced us to the world of Peter Sutherland (Gabriel Basso), a low-level FBI agent who uncovers a multi-layered government conspiracy. In season 2 the stakes are even higher, as Peter officially starts working for the elusive Night Action organisation. For those James Bond, Jason Bourne or Ethan Hunt fans craving their next action-thriller fix, get ready.

THE WEEKND, HURRY UP TOMORROW: 24 JANUARY

Just after the release of Dawn FM, Abel Tesfaye, better known as The Weeknd, revealed that his next studio album would be the final instalment of a trilogy that started with 2020's After Hours. Considering his previous trilogy (House of Balloons, Thursday, Echoes of Silence) we’ve got high expectations for Hurry Up Tomorrow. Plus, Abel’s written a psycho-thriller film based on the album, releasing on 16 May starring Jenna Ortega and Barry Keoghan – look out for it.

 

FKA TWIGS, EUSEXUA: 24 JANUARY

FKA Twigs' third studio album, a dance/techno-inspired project titled Eusexua, primarily follows her healing journey over the last few years. Eusexua, a word Twigs invented, can be described as: 'That moment of nothingness just before a big surge of inspiration or creativity or passion.' The rollout has included an experimental performance art piece, the title track Eusexua, and her iconic half-shaven hairstyle. Safe to say Eusexua won’t just be an album, it’ll be an emotional experience.

THE FA CUP: 9 JANUARY

The third round of matches of the Football Association Challenge Cup commences on 9 Jan, with more English and Welsh teams vying for their spot. Top contenders Arsenal are confirmed to be playing against current champs Man U on 12 Jan, so if you need a reason to leave the house, get that football jersey on and head over to your nearest pub.

 

ELEKTRA: 13 JANUARY

Captain Marvel AKA Envy Adams AKA Brie Larson is making her West End debut in Elektra, an adaptation of Sophokles’ classic Greek play. Directed by Daniel Fish, the story follows Elektra, a woman consumed by grief and seeking vengeance for her father’s assassination. It’s the most elektrifying (we had to) revival of the play in over a decade, with its four-month run starting in Brighton and ending in London. Tickets are available now!

 

MEN'S FASHION WEEK: 17-26 JANUARY

Armchair fashion enthusiasts, our season is upon us. Men's Fashion Week will kick off in Milan and then move to Paris' Palais de Tokyo, where brands like Giorgio Armani, Dolce & Gabbana, Prada will showcase their AW25 collections for everyone to drool over. Judging by last year's runway presentations, there’s a lot in store.