Nearly three decades after Tupac Shakur was killed in Las Vegas, a jury has found Duane “Keffe D” Davis guilty of first-degree murder in the rapper’s death. The verdict marks the first conviction in the long-running case surrounding one of the most consequential unsolved killings in hip-hop history. Davis, a former leader of the South…
Tyler, The Creator is preparing to take over London’s Victoria Park with a major two-day headline run at All Points East, bringing one of hip-hop’s most distinctive creative forces to the UK capital on August 28 and 29. The American rapper, producer and creative director will headline the festival on both nights, turning his All…
West London rapper Central Cee has teamed up with Coca-Cola for “The Team,” a new track created as the soundtrack to the 2026/27 Premier League season. Released on August 18, the song forms part of Coca-Cola Zero Sugar’s new “Taste Every Second” campaign, connecting football, music and youth culture around the emotional highs and lows…
Kilburn rapper namesbliss has officially released his highly anticipated second album, where’s bliss?, giving London’s independent hip-hop scene another major release to celebrate this July. Released on July 24, the 13-track project sees the MOBO-nominated artist continue developing the distinctive sound that has made him one of the most interesting voices in Britain’s alternative rap…
UK rap continues to deliver new music at a rapid pace this summer, and one of the latest collaborations comes from Asco and Fredo. The two rappers have joined forces for “Made Men,” a new single released on July 23 that adds another heavyweight collaboration to an increasingly busy month for British hip-hop. The track…
The UK’s rap scene continues to prove that some of its most exciting music is coming from outside the mainstream. While established names such as Dave, Central Cee and Fredo remain major forces, a new generation of independent rappers is steadily building audiences through streaming platforms, live performances and grassroots communities. From London’s underground to…
The UK rap scene has been moving fast over the past few weeks, with major releases from established stars, underground heavyweights, and breakout artists across grime, drill, alternative rap, and experimental hip-hop. Here are the biggest UK hip-hop drops from late April through May 2026. Kneecap — FENIAN Kneecap delivered one of the biggest UK…
By Eli Jesse The UK has always had talent—but right now, one name continues to push the culture beyond borders: Central Cee. As the third week of March rolls in, the West London star isn’t just active—he’s strategically dominant, quietly tightening his grip on both the UK scene and the global rap market. 🌍 From…
By Eli Jesse This week in UK hip-hop, drill continues to dominate while new talent rises from the underground, reshaping the scene. Artists are experimenting with melody, visuals, and viral strategies, creating a sound that is both authentic and globally appealing. UK Drill Evolves Beyond the Streets UK drill has grown far beyond its early…
The first week of February 2026 brought a wave of new UK hip‑hop and drill music that captured the attention of fans across the country. While there were no major chart‑topping album announcements, a series of singles and underground tracks demonstrated that the UK rap and drill scene remains strong, diverse, and creatively active. London…
