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REUBEN AZIZ: "I’M EXCITED FOR WHERE R&B IS GOING, ESPECIALLY IN THE UK, AND I WANT TO BE THE ONE TO FLY THE FLAG"

CRISTALE SHOWCASES HER VERSATILITY WITH NEW SINGLE, 'WILL YOU EVER?'

With her first release of the year, Cristale delivers the ruminative ‘Will You Ever?’, providing impactful wordplay over melancholic music

K-TRAP UNVEILS DEBUT ALBUM "SMILE?" WITH THE RELEASE OF "OLD SCHOOL ERA"

UK trailblazer K-Trap has set the music scene ablaze with the announcement of his highly anticipated debut album, "SMILE?", coming hand

IN THE CROWD: SONGER @ O2 FORUM KENTISH TOWN - 13.04.23

Songer’s 'The Price Of Therapy' tour, named after his newest project, has been a whirlwind of shows across the UK & Ireland.

MELLISSA UNVEILS ENERGETIC SINGLE 'HAPPY' AS PRELUDE TO DEBUT PROJECT

Ghanaian singer Mellissa returns with vibrant new single, ‘Happy’, ahead of her debut project due later this year.

SONGER RELEASES EXCEPTIONAL NEW PROJECT “THE PRICE OF THERAPY” - IS THIS HIS BEST WORK TO DATE?

Reading-based rapper Songer is most widely loved for his introspective lyricism and the vivid pictures he can conjure with his words.

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IT'S A NO

FROM ME
DETO BLACK, CHI

Nigerian rapper DETO BLACK has joined forces with CHI on their latest single, "It's A No From Me," creating an infectious house-rap anthem that showcases DETO BLACK's unique style and features tongue-in-cheek verses over club-tinged production.

"It's A No From Me" serves as DETO BLACK's first release of the year, making a buzz-worthy return to the music scene. Known for her exploration of new sounds and styles, DETTO BLACK adds a slick and bubbly energy to the track by adding the CHI creating a dynamic collaboration. Coming together to deliver a fun song that captures their humour and playful take on dating experiences, Finn Wigan's propulsive, club-tinged production sets the tone for "It's A No From Me," infusing the track with infectious club vibes.

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SHEFFIELD'S SILVA BUMPA UNVEILS DEBUT EP "WHAT ABOUT THE DJ?"

Silva Bumpa, the emerging sensation in UK Garage, makes a bold statement with the release of his debut EP, "What About The DJ?" on Locked On

SHARP DROPS "HAPPY*" DELVING INTO THE STRUGGLES OF ANXIETY

Following the success of his latest single 'Get Involved,' rising artist SHARP returns with 'HAPPY*,' an Indie/Lofi-House-inspired rap song

RUSHY CONTINUES HIS RUN OF HITS WITH ‘KOKO KRAZY'

This past week, Rushy returned with the instantly impactful ‘Koko Krazy’, indicating he has no intention of slowing down.

TRACK OF THE WEEK: DC, BLANCO - THE CURB

South London's rising rap sensation, DC, makes his long-awaited return as he teams up with Blanco for the release of 'The Curb,'

JOEL STEWART UNVEILS NEW SINGLE "BARE KNUCKLES" FROM UPCOMING EP

Rising UK singer-songwriter Joel Stewart has captivated audiences once again with his latest single 'Bare Knuckles,' the second track from

FAYE MEANA UNVEILS PLAYFUL 80S-INSPIRES SINGLE "ON & ON"

London-based singer-songwriter and producer Faye Meana returns with her latest single 'On & On,' a vibrant and playful exploration of

OSCAR #WORLDPEACE UNVEILS PERSONAL AND INSIGHTFUL MIXTAPE "MUM, PRAY FOR YOUR SON"

UK-based rapper, producer, and composer Oscar #Worldpeace returns with his latest musical offering, the deeply personal and introspective

SHIVANI DAY MAKES A BOLD DEBUT WITH "RHETORIC" BLENDING ELECTRONICA AND R&B WITH SOUTH ASIAN INFLUENCES

London-based artist Shivani Day steps into the spotlight with the release of her debut single 'Rhetoric,' marking the beginning of an

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SHEFFIELD'S SILVA BUMPA UNVEILS DEBUT EP "WHAT ABOUT THE DJ?"

Silva Bumpa, the emerging sensation in UK Garage, makes a bold statement with the release of his debut EP, "What About The DJ?" on Locked On

SHARP DROPS "HAPPY*" DELVING INTO THE STRUGGLES OF ANXIETY

Following the success of his latest single 'Get Involved,' rising artist SHARP returns with 'HAPPY*,' an Indie/Lofi-House-inspired rap song

RUSHY CONTINUES HIS RUN OF HITS WITH ‘KOKO KRAZY'

This past week, Rushy returned with the instantly impactful ‘Koko Krazy’, indicating he has no intention of slowing down.

TRACK OF THE WEEK: DC, BLANCO - THE CURB

South London's rising rap sensation, DC, makes his long-awaited return as he teams up with Blanco for the release of 'The Curb,'

JOEL STEWART UNVEILS NEW SINGLE "BARE KNUCKLES" FROM UPCOMING EP

Rising UK singer-songwriter Joel Stewart has captivated audiences once again with his latest single 'Bare Knuckles,' the second track from

FAYE MEANA UNVEILS PLAYFUL 80S-INSPIRES SINGLE "ON & ON"

London-based singer-songwriter and producer Faye Meana returns with her latest single 'On & On,' a vibrant and playful exploration of

OSCAR #WORLDPEACE UNVEILS PERSONAL AND INSIGHTFUL MIXTAPE "MUM, PRAY FOR YOUR SON"

UK-based rapper, producer, and composer Oscar #Worldpeace returns with his latest musical offering, the deeply personal and introspective

INFUSED WITH THEIR JAMICAN ROOTS YOUNG T & BUGSEY DROP SOULFUL "RIO GRANDE"

Nottingham rap duo Young T & Bugsey returned triumphantly with their latest single "Been A Minute," following in quick precision the power

JAY1 MAKES HIS RETURN WITH THE PERSONAL "RESPECTFULLY"

UK rap sensation JAY1 returns with his latest single 'Respectfully,' a deeply personal offering that showcases his evolution as an artist an

SHIVANI DAY MAKES A BOLD DEBUT WITH "RHETORIC" BLENDING ELECTRONICA AND R&B WITH SOUTH ASIAN INFLUENCES

London-based artist Shivani Day steps into the spotlight with the release of her debut single 'Rhetoric,' marking the beginning of an

JAZ KARIS TEAMS UP WITH MAHALIA FOR EMOTIONALLY CHARGED "NICE GIRLS"

In a powerful collaboration blending soulful melodies and heartfelt lyricism, South London's Jaz Karis joins forces with GRAMMY-nominated

TRACK OF THE WEEK: JULS, ODEAL - HOLD YOU DOWN

Renowned producer and DJ Juls makes his captivating return with his latest single, 'Hold You Down,' featuring rising Alté star Odeal.

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IN THE CROWD: MEDIUM BUILD @ HOXTON HALL - 20.03.24

On Wednesday night, the characterful Hoxton Hall welcomed the talents of US singer/songwriter Medium Build. The Alaskan resident has spent

ERICK THE ARCHITECT UNLEASHES DEBUT SOLO ALBUM "I’VE NEVER BEEN HERE BEFORE" TAKING US ON A SONIC JOURNEY OF FEARLESSNESS, BLACK RESILIENCE, AND BEAUTY IN DARKNESS

Music polymath and founding member/producer of NYC’s Flatbush Zombies, Erick The Architect, has released his highly anticipated debut solo

SEAFOOD SAM SHARES LUXURIOUS NEW SINGLE "CAN'T TAKE THE HOOD TO HEAVEN"

This past week saw the release of ‘Can’t Take The Hood To Heaven’ by Long Beach native Seafood Sam. This single is taken from his upcoming a

IN THE CROWD: MASEGO @ ALEXANDRA PALACE - 20.02.24

This past week, Londoners flocked in their thousands to the iconic Alexandra Palace, to take in an evening of genre-crossing, energy-packed

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K-TRAP LINKS UP WITH BLADE BROWN FOR NEW SINGLE, 'MOBSTERS'

SHEFFIELD'S SILVA BUMPA UNVEILS DEBUT EP "WHAT ABOUT THE DJ?"

SHARP DROPS "HAPPY*" DELVING INTO THE STRUGGLES OF ANXIETY

RUSHY CONTINUES HIS RUN OF HITS WITH ‘KOKO KRAZY'

TRACK OF THE WEEK: DC, BLANCO - THE CURB

JOEL STEWART UNVEILS NEW SINGLE "BARE KNUCKLES" FROM UPCOMING EP

FAYE MEANA UNVEILS PLAYFUL 80S-INSPIRES SINGLE "ON & ON"

OSCAR #WORLDPEACE UNVEILS PERSONAL AND INSIGHTFUL MIXTAPE "MUM, PRAY FOR YOUR SON"

INFUSED WITH THEIR JAMICAN ROOTS YOUNG T & BUGSEY DROP SOULFUL "RIO GRANDE"

JAY1 MAKES HIS RETURN WITH THE PERSONAL "RESPECTFULLY"

SHIVANI DAY MAKES A BOLD DEBUT WITH "RHETORIC" BLENDING ELECTRONICA AND R&B WITH SOUTH ASIAN INFLUENCES

JOYA MOOI WELCOMES A NEW MUSICAL ERA WITH SOULFUL SINGLE "DON'T ANSWER"

JAZ KARIS TEAMS UP WITH MAHALIA FOR EMOTIONALLY CHARGED "NICE GIRLS"

TRACK OF THE WEEK: JULS, ODEAL - HOLD YOU DOWN

CRISTALE SHOWCASES HER VERSATILITY WITH NEW SINGLE, 'WILL YOU EVER?'

SYSTEM OLYMPIA RELEASES CAPTIVATING SINGLE "LUCE ROSSA" AHEAD OF "SANCTIFIED" EP

BASHY RETURNS WITH RAW AND REFLECTIVE "SWEET BOYS TURNED SOUR" FROM HIS UPCOMING SOPHOMORE ALBUM

K-TRAP UNVEILS DEBUT ALBUM "SMILE?" WITH THE RELEASE OF "OLD SCHOOL ERA"

IN THE CROWD: SONGER @ O2 FORUM KENTISH TOWN - 13.04.23

THAI MASON RELEASES CINEMATIC VISUALS FOR 'STOIC'

DANNY SANCHEZ UNVEILS "IT IS WHAT IT IS TIL IT ISN'T" CAPTURING A SOUNDTRACK OF NOSTALGIA AND INNOVATION

KOFI STONE RADIATES "BLACK JOY" IN HIS UPLIFTING NEW SINGLE

YOUNG T & BUGSEY RETURN STRONG WITH REFLECTIVE SINGLE 'BEEN A MINUTE'

MELLISSA UNVEILS ENERGETIC SINGLE 'HAPPY' AS PRELUDE TO DEBUT PROJECT

RISING SOUTH LONDON RAPPER PROPH DELIVERS PUNCHY NEW SINGLE ‘MILANO’

SONGER RELEASES EXCEPTIONAL NEW PROJECT “THE PRICE OF THERAPY” - IS THIS HIS BEST WORK TO DATE?

ARZ RETURNS WITH EMOTIVE SINGLE 'LONG TIME NO SEE' TAKING US ON A JOURNEY THROUGH LOVE AND REFLECTION

THE NEW CONSISTENT UNVEILS SOULFUL RAP ANTHEM 'RUBBING SHOULDERS' AS HE HEADS ON A JOURNEY OF SELF-DISCOVERY

BUILDING ON HIS RECENT SUCCESS, SONGER CONTINUES TO FLY WITH NEW SINGLE ‘WIDE AWAKE’

RISING STAR DOWNTOWN KAYOTO RELEASES NOSTALGIC HIT-SINGLE, ‘CAME THRU’

NEVMORE: "I WANTED TO PAY TRIBUTE TO HIM IN A SONG AND MUSIC VIDEO"

IN THE CROWD: MEDIUM BUILD @ HOXTON HALL - 20.03.24

TARA LILY UNVEILS ENIGMATIC SINGLE "NO WAY OUT" MARRYING EASTERN AND WESTERN INFLUENCES

LIVERPOOL RAPPER KOJ RETURNS WITH "A REMINDER" AHEAD OF EP RELEASE

SAMM HENSHAW RETURNS WITH "TROUBLED ONES" PAINTING A VIVID PICTURE OF LOVE'S ASPIRATIONS AND DREAMS

NICOLA GAEA UNVEILS DEBUT EP "RISE" TAKING US ON A JOURNEY OF SELF-EXPLORATION AND HEALING

TRACK OF THE WEEK: DETO BLACK, CHI - IT'S A NO FROM ME

FELIXTHE1ST EXPLORES SELF-DISCOVERY IN 'SOLO DOLO' VIDEO FROM HIS DEBUT PROJECT

NEMZZZ UNVEILS DEBUT MIXTAPE 'DO NOT DISTURB' CEMENTING HIS STATUS AS UK RAP'S NEW TITAN

[PREMIER] BASIL PANAGOP RETURNS WITH NEW SINGLE "CANDLELIGHT"

REUBEN AZIZ: "I’M EXCITED FOR WHERE R&B IS GOING, ESPECIALLY IN THE UK, AND I WANT TO BE THE ONE TO FLY THE FLAG"

LOUIS CULTURE RELEASES ‘ANYWAY’ OFFERING A PONDEROUS REFLECTION ON LOVE

IN THE CROWD: MUSTBEJOHN @ OSLO HACKNEY, LONDON - 08.03.24

NIGERIAN-BORN ARTIST AY UNLEASHES EMOTIVE TRACK "MEAN IT"

IZZY S.O UNVEILS CATHARTIC SINGLE "I SWEAR I MADE YOU UP"

SAINTÉ DROPS "FANCY" FEATURING CHOW LEE TEASING THE RELEASE OF HIS HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED DEBUT MIXTAPE "STILL LOCAL"

IN THE CROWD: LAICOSITNA "DEAL WITH IT" EP PARTY

OSCAR #WORLDPEACE UNVEILS ETHEREAL SINGLE 'HEAVEN' FEATURING QENDRESA'S SOULFUL VOCALS

ASHBECK AND BAWO IGNITE THE SCENE WITH "TINTS"

SKEPTA AND PORTABLE UNLEASH THEIR AFRO-GRIME FUSION WITH "TONY MONTANA"

IT'S A NO

FROM ME DETO BLACK, CHI

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