South East London rapper 163Margs is entering a new chapter of his career with the release of More Than Rhyme, a 12-track mixtape that brings together UK drill foundations, experimental production and collaborations with some of the scene’s established names. Released on October 9, 2026, through Believe Records, the project features Clavish, Bandokay, Booter Bee…
The UK hip-hop community is mourning the loss of one of its most important independent pioneers following the death of Sway DaSafo at the age of 44. The British-Ghanaian rapper, born Derek Andrew Safo, died at his home in Ghana. News of his death emerged on September 17, with the MOBO Awards among those paying…
Liverpool rapper EsDeeKid is taking his rapidly growing UK underground sound around the world with the announcement of his 48-date Council House Rat Tour, a major international headline run spanning North America, Europe and the UK. The tour kicks off on September 12 in Charlotte, North Carolina, before moving through major North American markets including…
Months after its release, Dave and Tems’ “Raindance” continues to prove that a great record does not need to disappear from the charts after its initial run. The collaboration remains one of the UK’s biggest hip-hop and R&B records, sitting at No. 2 on the Official Hip Hop & R&B Singles Chart for the week…
July has been another busy month for UK hip-hop, with a steady stream of new singles and projects keeping fans engaged across streaming platforms. Established stars have continued to dominate playlists while emerging artists have delivered fresh releases that showcase the depth and diversity of British rap. One of the biggest talking points remains Central…
After nearly a decade away from releasing a full-length studio album, Tinie Tempah is officially making his long-awaited return. The influential UK rapper has confirmed that his fourth studio album is set for release in October 2026, ending a nine-year gap since his 2017 project Youth. The announcement has quickly become one of the biggest…
For hip-hop fans in the United Kingdom, June 2026 delivered a rare and memorable moment. Mike D, one-third of the legendary Beastie Boys, returned to the UK stage for the first time in nearly two decades, attracting attention from longtime rap enthusiasts and younger fans eager to witness a living piece of hip-hop history. The…
The UK rap scene is constantly searching for its next breakout star, and in 2026, few names have generated as much excitement as Pozer. The South London artist has quickly transformed from a rising underground talent into one of the most discussed figures in British hip-hop, attracting attention from fans, critics, and industry insiders alike….
As the UK enters another busy summer festival season, a growing conversation is taking place within the country’s hip-hop community. During the final week of May, fans, artists, promoters, and music commentators increasingly debated whether the UK provides enough dedicated festival opportunities for rap and hip-hop culture. The discussion gained momentum across social media platforms,…
London’s hip-hop scene is undergoing a major transformation. While streaming, social media virality, and club performances still play a role, the real cultural momentum this year is coming from live performance spaces. The city is experiencing a strong shift toward festival environments, theatre-based hip-hop shows, and large-scale experimental performances that place movement, storytelling, and stagecraft…
