“Creativity stems from limitations, struggle, and, honestly, from working-class people. I can only resonate with people who try really hard to push the boat [out]. When it's something built with time, nurture and passion put into it, I'm like, ‘Thank god’” – Olli Appleyard⁣ ⁣ staticdress, shot in Leeds in April 2026 exclusively for #NMETheCover ⁣ ⁣ Read their full Cover story at the link in bio⁣ ⁣ 📸: Olli Appleyard for NME⁣ ⁣ #StaticDress #NMETheCover