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[REVIEW] North London’s yas. introduce their reflective alt-rap palette on debut EP 'entropy'
With over two years on the alt-rap circuit, North London duo yas. have welcomed their debut EP, entropy, into the world.
[REVIEW] Saiming, Finn Foxell & Bexblu: Ahearty and soulful winter offering on 'give thanks and breathe'
Titled Give Thanks and Breathe and released in collaboration with fellow rapper Finn Foxell and producer Bexblu, it sees Saiming reflecting on the past year and looking ahead with a determined mindset, and what a year it has been for him.
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[TOUR DIARY] Leicester To Sheffield, We Went Inside Window Kid’s Loud, Honest And Wild ‘SOME TOUR’
A tour review like this writes itself because Window Kid’s run through Leicester and Sheffield felt loose, chaotic, and sharp in all the right ways. You hit the room feeling like you know the guy from TikTok and YouTube, but you quickly realise you’re watching someone who can hold a crowd with pure confidence and quick wit. You step into Leicester’s O2 Academy2 and the room’s buzzing before the main act touches the mic. JJ fires up the decks with grime-tinged remixes, and by
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[GIG REVIEW] The Art of Presence: A Night With JERUB at Jazz Cafe
A live experience that felt intimate, powerful, and deeply human
Reading & Leeds Festival 2026: Is This the Best Lineup in Years?
Reading and Leeds festival is going big for 2026. The first announcement dropped and the lineup already looks stacked, with a run of headliners that feel fully rooted in what UK and Irish music is doing right now.
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Ady Suleiman Opens Up His Next Chapter With His New Single " What If. "
Ady Suleiman releases What If, a jazz-leaning single that digs into doubt, connection and the emotional weight behind his upcoming album Chasing, out 16 January. It marks a thoughtful return and signals a more open, grounded chapter in his songwriting.
Wretch 32 And Avelino Reignite 'Young Fire, Old Flame' With The Release Of 'More Fire, More Flamez'
More Fire More Flamez brings Wretch 32 and Avelino back together under Young Fire Old Flame, sampling More Fire Crew’s Oi and setting the tone for the ten-year anniversary reissue of their landmark project.
[REVIEW] North London’s yas. introduce their reflective alt-rap palette on debut EP 'entropy'
With over two years on the alt-rap circuit, North London duo yas. have welcomed their debut EP, entropy, into the world.
[REVIEW] Saiming, Finn Foxell & Bexblu: Ahearty and soulful winter offering on 'give thanks and breathe'
Titled Give Thanks and Breathe and released in collaboration with fellow rapper Finn Foxell and producer Bexblu, it sees Saiming reflecting on the past year and looking ahead with a determined mindset, and what a year it has been for him.
Window Kid And Shapes Rework Basement Jaxx’s 'Red Alert' Into 'Folklore'
Nottingham’s own Window Kid returns this November with “Folklore,” a fresh UK rap single produced by Shapes that flips Basement Jaxx’s Red Alert. It’s already blowing up on TikTok. He’s also touring the UK this November and December, bringing his witty bars and bass-driven energy live.
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[REVIEW] A Masterclass in Atmosphere and Grandiose Production from Sam Gellaitry on ANYWHERE HERE IS PERFECT
The debut album from Scotland-based producer Sam Gellaitry, ANYWHERE HERE IS PERFECT, has been a long time coming...
Jacklyn Builds On Her Standout Year With New Single 'Speechless'
West London’s rising pop talent Jacklyn caps off a standout year with “Speechless”, a bold, addictive new single that captures the rush of instant attraction.
Ledbyher Shares Her Latest Single ‘What’s The Reason’
Ledbyher drops her bold new single ‘What’s The Reason’, a raw and hypnotic release that cements her as one of the UK’s most exciting new artists. With warped strings, heavy bass, and her signature self-coined “Lady Trap” sound, she turns heartbreak into something powerful and impossible to ignore.
JERUB Celebrates Life’s Messy Beauty On ‘The Wonder Years’
The Wonder Years feels like a deep exhale, the kind of project that lands heavy but leaves you lighter. Across seven tracks, JERUB threads together soul, pop, and raw emotion, reminding us that the best moments aren’t behind or ahead of us, they’re happening now, right in the middle of all the chaos.
Jim Legxacy Drops Video For ‘06 Wayne Rooney’ And It’s Pure Nostalgia
Jim Legxacy’s ‘06 wayne rooney’ just got a video, and it’s exactly what fans were hoping for. Directed by Lauzza, the same director who turned ‘father’ into an underground moment, this one’s packed with PlayStation nostalgia, late-night energy, and that signature Jim mix of heartbreak and hype.
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Ady Suleiman Opens Up His Next Chapter With His New Single " What If. "
Ady Suleiman releases What If, a jazz-leaning single that digs into doubt, connection and the emotional weight behind his upcoming album Chasing, out 16 January. It marks a thoughtful return and signals a more open, grounded chapter in his songwriting.
Wretch 32 And Avelino Reignite 'Young Fire, Old Flame' With The Release Of 'More Fire, More Flamez'
More Fire More Flamez brings Wretch 32 and Avelino back together under Young Fire Old Flame, sampling More Fire Crew’s Oi and setting the tone for the ten-year anniversary reissue of their landmark project.
Window Kid And Shapes Rework Basement Jaxx’s 'Red Alert' Into 'Folklore'
Nottingham’s own Window Kid returns this November with “Folklore,” a fresh UK rap single produced by Shapes that flips Basement Jaxx’s Red Alert. It’s already blowing up on TikTok. He’s also touring the UK this November and December, bringing his witty bars and bass-driven energy live.
Jacklyn Builds On Her Standout Year With New Single 'Speechless'
West London’s rising pop talent Jacklyn caps off a standout year with “Speechless”, a bold, addictive new single that captures the rush of instant attraction.
Ledbyher Shares Her Latest Single ‘What’s The Reason’
Ledbyher drops her bold new single ‘What’s The Reason’, a raw and hypnotic release that cements her as one of the UK’s most exciting new artists. With warped strings, heavy bass, and her signature self-coined “Lady Trap” sound, she turns heartbreak into something powerful and impossible to ignore.
JERUB Celebrates Life’s Messy Beauty On ‘The Wonder Years’
The Wonder Years feels like a deep exhale, the kind of project that lands heavy but leaves you lighter. Across seven tracks, JERUB threads together soul, pop, and raw emotion, reminding us that the best moments aren’t behind or ahead of us, they’re happening now, right in the middle of all the chaos.
Jim Legxacy Drops Video For ‘06 Wayne Rooney’ And It’s Pure Nostalgia
Jim Legxacy’s ‘06 wayne rooney’ just got a video, and it’s exactly what fans were hoping for. Directed by Lauzza, the same director who turned ‘father’ into an underground moment, this one’s packed with PlayStation nostalgia, late-night energy, and that signature Jim mix of heartbreak and hype.
NOTION and Willow Kayne drop UK club anthem ‘Waiting’
NOTION is back, and this time he’s teamed up with Willow Kayne for ‘Waiting’, a track that hits hard and feels made for the club. It’s fast, direct, and unfiltered, built around a hook that sticks and production that pulls from the best parts of UK dance music.
Jae Stephens Returns With Early-2000s Pop Confidence On ‘Boyfriend Forever’
Jae Stephens makes a sharp return with Boyfriend Forever, her latest single. It’s playful, confident and packed with early-2000s pop attitude, a knowing wink to an era of candy-coated heartbreaks and radio-ready hooks.
JayaHadADream Drops New Single ‘Bug’ With The Announcement Of Debut Project 'Happiness From Agony'
JayaHadADream steps up again with ‘Bug’, a lo-fi, jazz-tinged rap track produced by New Machine that pairs laid-back instrumentation with sharp-tongued delivery. At the same time, she’s announced her debut full-length project, Happiness From Agony, set for release on October 24.
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[REVIEW] Kraak & Smaak Stun With Psychedelic Brilliance on ‘Velvet Seas’
Writing their latest project between their shared hometown of Leiden and the sun-drenched haven of Los Angeles, the soulful outfit set out to capture a West Coast ambience while remaining unmistakably Kraak & Smaak – avant-garde, experimental, and brimming with funk.
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[REVIEW] Moon Panda's New Album 'Dumb Luck' is Blissfully Dreamy
Moon Panda's 'Dumb Luck' is a blissfully dreamy offering, born out of joy and complexity, with the strength of collaboration and connection right at its core.
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[REVIEW] Ocean Alley Return With Sun-Soaked Fifth Album ‘Love Balloon’
Ocean Alley's signature sun-drenched groove with a playful, psychedelic edge is still ever present, but on Love Balloon it feels brighter, a little looser, and a lot more confident.
Mick Jenkins, EMIL, And ENNY Team Up On ‘Words I Should’ve Said’
Mick Jenkins has joined forces with London producer EMIL and ENNY on ‘Words I Should’ve Said’, a track that pairs stripped-back production with raw lyrical honesty. It’s the second single from their joint project A Murder of Crows, landing October 3rd, and it arrives with a Flora Scott-directed video.
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[REVIEW] Between Friends - WOW!: Tightly Crafted Earworms Designed for the Dance Floor
If you want an eclectic collection of strong pop bangers, then this is the album for you.
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Clavish Takes Major Steps Forward With 'Yesterday Was Once Tomorrow'
Yesterday Was Once Tomorrow lands as a clear shift for Clavish. The new EP pushes his sound forward while keeping the realism that’s defined his rise. You hear ambition, reflection and contradiction sitting side by side, shaped by someone who knows exactly where he’s come from and where he wants to go. The project features appearances from Chy Cartier and Catch, but the bigger change comes from Clavish himself. For the first time, he steps into the role of vocalist. Tracks li
Ady Suleiman Opens Up His Next Chapter With His New Single " What If. "
Ady Suleiman releases What If, a jazz-leaning single that digs into doubt, connection and the emotional weight behind his upcoming album Chasing, out 16 January. It marks a thoughtful return and signals a more open, grounded chapter in his songwriting.
Stone Techno 2026: Everything You Need to Know About the Lineup and Innovations
Stone Techno Festival is returning for its sixth edition next July at the Unesco World Heritage site of Zollverein in Essen, Germany. The lineup for 2026 has just been unveiled, marking a new chapter for the festival as it expands physically, sonically and creatively.
Wretch 32 And Avelino Reignite 'Young Fire, Old Flame' With The Release Of 'More Fire, More Flamez'
More Fire More Flamez brings Wretch 32 and Avelino back together under Young Fire Old Flame, sampling More Fire Crew’s Oi and setting the tone for the ten-year anniversary reissue of their landmark project.
[REVIEW] North London’s yas. introduce their reflective alt-rap palette on debut EP 'entropy'
With over two years on the alt-rap circuit, North London duo yas. have welcomed their debut EP, entropy, into the world.
[REVIEW] Saiming, Finn Foxell & Bexblu: Ahearty and soulful winter offering on 'give thanks and breathe'
Titled Give Thanks and Breathe and released in collaboration with fellow rapper Finn Foxell and producer Bexblu, it sees Saiming reflecting on the past year and looking ahead with a determined mindset, and what a year it has been for him.
[TOUR DIARY] Leicester To Sheffield, We Went Inside Window Kid’s Loud, Honest And Wild ‘SOME TOUR’
A tour review like this writes itself because Window Kid’s run through Leicester and Sheffield felt loose, chaotic, and sharp in all the right ways. You hit the room feeling like you know the guy from TikTok and YouTube, but you quickly realise you’re watching someone who can hold a crowd with pure confidence and quick wit. You step into Leicester’s O2 Academy2 and the room’s buzzing before the main act touches the mic. JJ fires up the decks with grime-tinged remixes, and by
[GIG REVIEW] The Art of Presence: A Night With JERUB at Jazz Cafe
A live experience that felt intimate, powerful, and deeply human
Reading & Leeds Festival 2026: Is This the Best Lineup in Years?
Reading and Leeds festival is going big for 2026. The first announcement dropped and the lineup already looks stacked, with a run of headliners that feel fully rooted in what UK and Irish music is doing right now.
We Out Here Announces First Wave of 2026 Lineup, Including Arthur Verocai, Mulutu Astatke, Stereolab, MIKE and Yazmin Lacey
Following a glowing 2025 edition, We Out Here returns to the list of the UK’s most loved musical institutions, taking to the 2026 festival circuit for another fruitful year and announcing a vibrant line-up of eclectic global names in the jazz-soul scene and beyond.
‘Talk Of The Town’ sees Irish Rapper Curtisy Closing out the Year Just as Strong as he Started it
Irish-born Curtisy has had a remarkable year both internationally and at home. He states in his Instagram bio, “It’s over for rappers”. I, for one, believe him.
Window Kid And Shapes Rework Basement Jaxx’s 'Red Alert' Into 'Folklore'
Nottingham’s own Window Kid returns this November with “Folklore,” a fresh UK rap single produced by Shapes that flips Basement Jaxx’s Red Alert. It’s already blowing up on TikTok. He’s also touring the UK this November and December, bringing his witty bars and bass-driven energy live.
[REVIEW] A Masterclass in Atmosphere and Grandiose Production from Sam Gellaitry on ANYWHERE HERE IS PERFECT
The debut album from Scotland-based producer Sam Gellaitry, ANYWHERE HERE IS PERFECT, has been a long time coming...
Jacklyn Builds On Her Standout Year With New Single 'Speechless'
West London’s rising pop talent Jacklyn caps off a standout year with “Speechless”, a bold, addictive new single that captures the rush of instant attraction.
Peggy Gou’s New Capsule For Alpha Industries Moves Like She Does
Alpha Industries and Peggy Gou have dropped something that feels straight out of her DJ sets, technical, stylish, and confident. From Day to Night isn’t your average collab. It’s a reflection of how people actually move now: switching between roles, moods, and settings without a costume change. Peggy’s always had that duality, being a figure of discipline and chaos, equally at home behind decks at Berghain or designing in her Seoul studio. “I wanted to capture the feeling of
Ledbyher Shares Her Latest Single ‘What’s The Reason’
Ledbyher drops her bold new single ‘What’s The Reason’, a raw and hypnotic release that cements her as one of the UK’s most exciting new artists. With warped strings, heavy bass, and her signature self-coined “Lady Trap” sound, she turns heartbreak into something powerful and impossible to ignore.
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[REVIEW] Danny Brown's 'Stardust' - an Electrifying Assault from Rap's Mad Scientist
From the first glance at the album art and the track listing, Stardust seems to be a very different album from Danny Brown’s past releases.
[REVIEW] Rosalía Proves Herself to be in a League of Her Own with New Album ‘LUX’
Rosalía has never been one to do things by the book, but ‘LUX’ completely reinvents the wheel. The album accomplishes what many are saying only she could do, creating an album that transcends genre, language and time.
JERUB Celebrates Life’s Messy Beauty On ‘The Wonder Years’
The Wonder Years feels like a deep exhale, the kind of project that lands heavy but leaves you lighter. Across seven tracks, JERUB threads together soul, pop, and raw emotion, reminding us that the best moments aren’t behind or ahead of us, they’re happening now, right in the middle of all the chaos.
Jim Legxacy Drops Video For ‘06 Wayne Rooney’ And It’s Pure Nostalgia
Jim Legxacy’s ‘06 wayne rooney’ just got a video, and it’s exactly what fans were hoping for. Directed by Lauzza, the same director who turned ‘father’ into an underground moment, this one’s packed with PlayStation nostalgia, late-night energy, and that signature Jim mix of heartbreak and hype.
NOTION and Willow Kayne drop UK club anthem ‘Waiting’
NOTION is back, and this time he’s teamed up with Willow Kayne for ‘Waiting’, a track that hits hard and feels made for the club. It’s fast, direct, and unfiltered, built around a hook that sticks and production that pulls from the best parts of UK dance music.
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[REVIEW] Eleni Drake Dives into the Complexities of Modern Dating and Lost Love with new Album CHUCK
British-Greek singer-songwriter Eleni Drake’s fourth album offers a tender rumination of love lost, its skilful lyricism exploring the complexity of emotions involved in the process.
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[REVIEW] Mura Masa Continues to Fire on All Cylinders With New EP: Curve +1
This small but mighty offering is proof that Mura Masa is absolutely at the top of his game, with no plans to falter anytime soon. Curve +1 by Mura Masa is out now.
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[REVIEW] The Best Debut Mixtape of 2025? JayaHadADream Might’ve Just Dropped It
JayaHadADream isn’t just an emerging name in UK rap, she’s shaping up to be one of its most vital new voices. With her debut mixtape Happiness From Agony, the Cambridge-born, Jamaican-Irish rapper delivers a project that turns vulnerability into strength and solidifies her place in the scene. From the very first minute of the tape, you’re immediately pulled in through the first track ‘State Of The World’. With its melodic strength and sharp lyricism Jaya straight away sets th
[REVIEW] Kraak & Smaak Stun With Psychedelic Brilliance on ‘Velvet Seas’
Writing their latest project between their shared hometown of Leiden and the sun-drenched haven of Los Angeles, the soulful outfit set out to capture a West Coast ambience while remaining unmistakably Kraak & Smaak – avant-garde, experimental, and brimming with funk.
Frisco & Scorcher Link Up For Gritty New Heater “Do It N Done”
oduced by Frisco himself, the track lands heavy. A bass-thick beat carries both MCs as they trade sharp, unfazed verses, the kind of back-and-forth that reminds you why they’re still two of grime’s most trusted voices.
Jae Stephens Returns With Early-2000s Pop Confidence On ‘Boyfriend Forever’
Jae Stephens makes a sharp return with Boyfriend Forever, her latest single. It’s playful, confident and packed with early-2000s pop attitude, a knowing wink to an era of candy-coated heartbreaks and radio-ready hooks.
[IN THE CROWD] An Intimate and Soulful Evening With Lizmnk
Once you start going to a fair amount of shows and gigs, you slowly start noticing over time, that some shows are a bit too similar. Minimal talking, a strict set list and usually not much room with any improvisation or personality allowed to shine through. This however, was not the case with lizmnk’s single launch party at The Old Queens Head in Islington.
Blair Davie Unveils Heartfelt EP, 'First And Last'
Scottish rising-star Blair Davie (they/them) has today released new EP, First And Last, offering a range of sincere musings on the topic of love.
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[REVIEW] The Favors Offer a Striking, Compelling Debut Album with ‘The Dream’
Comprising close friends FINNEAS and Ashe, The Favors have brought tender songwriting and heart-swelling harmonies to the fore on debut album, The Dream.
Lizmnk Returns with Glorious Double Single, 'Sun Is My Lover/Mirage'
It's been two years since Newham-born musician Lizmnk released her debut EP, 'Message from above'. She now returns with two new tracks, ‘Sun Is My Lover/Mirage’.
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[REVIEW] The Smoke Clears as Lord Apex Ends an Era
Lord Apex ends the Smoke Sessions saga on an effortless yet timeless, hazy high.
Girls Don’t Sync Drop Debut EP ‘Code Orange’ Mixing UK Garage, Hard House, And Diasporic Rhythms
Girls Don’t Sync have released their debut EP Code Orange, capturing the sound of a collective who have gone from underground club champions to one of the UK’s most-watched electronic groups.
Primavera Sound Has Dropped its 2026 Line-Up - and it's STACKED
THE CURE, DOJA CAT, THE XX, GORILLAZ, MASSIVE ATTACK, ADDISON RAE AND MY BLOODY VALENTINE, MAC DEMARCO, PINKPANTHERESS - Crikey, they've done it again, haven't they?
Dreaming Eli is Flourishing with My Name is Amore
Dreaming Eli has always been a house of survival. Its previous seasons charted a woman’s journey through rebellion, trauma, and self-preservation, a narrative sewn with pain, defiance, and eventual rebirth. But for Spring/Summer 2026, Elisa Trombatore loosens her grip on armour.
Footpatrol and Salomon Team Up For Their First Collaboration As They Rework The XT-4 OG
Footpatrol and Salomon have linked for their first collaboration, reimagining the XT-4 OG with a monochrome gradient finish. The pair, previewed earlier at Paris Fashion Week, brings together Salomon’s technical DNA and Footpatrol’s city-minded aesthetic.
[REVIEW] Moon Panda's New Album 'Dumb Luck' is Blissfully Dreamy
Moon Panda's 'Dumb Luck' is a blissfully dreamy offering, born out of joy and complexity, with the strength of collaboration and connection right at its core.
Lucila Safdie Builds Dreamscapes with Tristesse Impériale
Lucila Safdie does not design clothes so much as she builds dreamscapes. For Spring/Summer 2026, that dreamscape is “tristesse impériale”: a moodboard of obsession, inheritance, and the fragile fever of girlhood, refracted through both history and the pixelated glare of the present.
Demna’s Bold Debut: Gucci Reimagined
With “La Famiglia”, Demna injects playful energy, daring silhouettes, and modern luxury into Gucci, offering a glimpse of the house’s new direction.
JayaHadADream Drops New Single ‘Bug’ With The Announcement Of Debut Project 'Happiness From Agony'
JayaHadADream steps up again with ‘Bug’, a lo-fi, jazz-tinged rap track produced by New Machine that pairs laid-back instrumentation with sharp-tongued delivery. At the same time, she’s announced her debut full-length project, Happiness From Agony, set for release on October 24.
[REVIEW] Gilles Peterson’s We Out Her Festival continues to shine as one of the UK’s most heart-thawing experiences
Nestled within Dorset’s rolling countryside lies a nexus of UK jazz, soul and beyond. Expertly curated with an expansive spectrum of music and culture, WOH has mastered a magical alchemy that draws together people of all ages and walks of life into a glistening, love-bound community.
[REVIEW] Ocean Alley Return With Sun-Soaked Fifth Album ‘Love Balloon’
Ocean Alley's signature sun-drenched groove with a playful, psychedelic edge is still ever present, but on Love Balloon it feels brighter, a little looser, and a lot more confident.
Mick Jenkins, EMIL, And ENNY Team Up On ‘Words I Should’ve Said’
Mick Jenkins has joined forces with London producer EMIL and ENNY on ‘Words I Should’ve Said’, a track that pairs stripped-back production with raw lyrical honesty. It’s the second single from their joint project A Murder of Crows, landing October 3rd, and it arrives with a Flora Scott-directed video.
Geo Baddoo Revives Lovers Rock On New Single ‘Silver Lining’
Geo Baddoo returns with ‘Silver Lining,’ her first true love song. Drawing on ‘70s Lovers Rock and reggae classics, the British soul-R&B artist strips back the drama of modern romance in favour of honesty and connection.
The MOBOs are Heading to Manchester
The MOBOs have today announced that the latest iteration of the awards ceremony will take place on 26 March 2026, at CO-OP Live in Manchester.
Inside the World of ix & uyi: An Intimate Live Experience
Through collaborative project, 'it’s over, we tried', rising Birmingham duo ix & uyi. fuse emotion, community, and innovation into a groundbreaking live experience.
[REVIEW] Between Friends - WOW!: Tightly Crafted Earworms Designed for the Dance Floor
If you want an eclectic collection of strong pop bangers, then this is the album for you.
Kofi Stone Announces Third Album ‘All The Flowers Have Bloomed’
Kofi Stone has announced his third album, All The Flowers Have Bloomed, a 14-track release due on Friday, November 7th. The Birmingham rapper has spent the past few years carving out a place for himself as one of the most honest voices in UK rap, and this record is set to feel like the natural extension of that path.
Loyle Carner Announces The Stacked Line-Up For His ‘hopefully !’ World Tour
Loyle Carner has confirmed the line-up for his hopefully ! world tour, which begins next month. Navy Blue, Rejjie Snow, Léa Sen, and Brian Nasty will join him across different dates, underscoring the collaborative spirit that’s always defined Carner’s approach.
Pozer Drops ‘Jersey King’ And Claims His Spot In The UK Scene
Pozer is back with ‘Jersey King’, a track that proves why he’s become one of the most talked-about names in UK rap.
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