Kelsey Barnes

London, Toronto

Writer, Interviewer, and Editor at Freelance

Digital Editor at Schön!

writer / editor @schonmagazine @1883magazine / words @nylonmag @teenvogue @netflixqueue @RecordingAcad @i_d

Articles

Spring Forward - 1883 Magazine

1 week ago | 1883magazine.com | Kelsey Barnes
Strategies For A Seamless Work Transition (As Published By CLIA)

1 week ago | mondaq.com | Kelsey Barnes

As published by Canadian Lawyers Insurance Association onApril 9, 2025. Click here to view the originally publishedarticle. For a lot of junior lawyers, you reach a time when you may needto transition files to a new lawyer due to a career change, leave,or change in practice areas.
Alec Benjamin - 1883 Magazine

1 week ago | 1883magazine.com | Kelsey Barnes

Alec Benjamin has spent over a decade crafting heartfelt music that has found its way into the lives of listeners across the globe. But sitting backstage in London — just hours before a milestone performance — he’s reflecting not on the accolades, but on the quiet, personal moments that have shaped him. From writing his first songs as a teenager to navigating the emotional weight of his latest album, 12 Notes, Alec opens up about the complexities of self-growth and the power of perspective.
Getting Ready with Ainsley Melham

2 weeks ago | 1883magazine.com | Kelsey Barnes

It’s opening night on Broadway and backstage at the Broadhurst Theatre theatre, the energy is electric. Among the buzz, star Ainsley Melham is centering himself with stretches, vinyl tunes, and a whole lot of heart. The Australian performer, known for lighting up stages around the world, is now bringing Dwayne — a swoon-worthy jazz musician — to life in the brand-new musical BOOP!, inspired by the iconic Betty Boop herself.
Video Premiere - 1883 Magazine

2 weeks ago | 1883magazine.com | Kelsey Barnes

There’s a spell woven into “Ecstasy in Space,” the latest release from Blue Foundation, which serves as the third single from their forthcoming album Close to the Knife, out April 18th. It’s a track that doesn’t just play — it envelops. Dreamy, shoegazey, and soaked in the thrill of abandon, the song pulses with ethereal textures and emotional urgency.
Someday Baby - 1883 Magazine

3 weeks ago | 1883magazine.com | Kelsey Barnes
Bellah Mae - 1883 Magazine

3 weeks ago | 1883magazine.com | Kelsey Barnes

Bellah Mae is the kind of artist who makes you want to scream-sing in your car with the windows down, hair whipping in the wind, fully embracing every chaotic emotion love can bring. Her music is bold, witty, and deeply relatable — whether you’re in the throes of heartbreak, reveling in post-breakup glow, or somewhere in between, her songs hit just right. The rising UK pop sensation has quickly established herself as the voice of a generation tired of playing it cool.
World's First Cinema - 1883 Magazine

1 month ago | 1883magazine.com | Kelsey Barnes

In a world where attention spans are limited and music is now easily digestible, World’s First Cinema are not just crafting sonic soundscapes that demand to be listened to, but to be completely engulfed in. For them, every song is a story waiting to unfold — like a scene from a forgotten film or a long-lost dream where they are inviting listeners into their world where the boundaries between sound and vision blur.
Mia Wray: "I’s about fostering community and support: that’s what really matters!" | Interview

1 month ago | thelineofbestfit.com | Kelsey Barnes

“When I started making music myself, it felt like I finally found my place in the world,” Mia Wray tells me. “Growing up, I was the youngest of three, my parents had a messy divorce, and I was bullied in primary school. The world around me felt chaotic, and I didn’t really have a voice.”Wray was born and raised in Noosa, Queensland before her family relocated to Melbourne. Growing up, she was the introverted one out of her “extroverted, loud, and classic performer” sisters.
You Against You - 1883 Magazine

1 month ago | 1883magazine.com | Kelsey Barnes

In today’s saturated world, the battle within ourselves is more intense than ever. “You Against You” delves into the constant struggle of navigating our thoughts, emotions, and societal pressures. This series uses creative perspectives and size manipulations to capture the essence of this inner conflict. Each image portrays the model interacting with different-sized versions of herself, symbolizing the complex dialogue between who we are and who we strive to be.