Dhruva Balram
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Little Simz: “It’s nice to see my peers win. When they win, I win”
Simbiatu Ajikawo’s fourth album, ‘Sometimes I Might Be Introvert’, is a stunning, sprawling, ambitious ode to family – both the one you’re born into, and the one you choose
Little Simz – ‘Sometimes I Might Be Introvert’ review: stunning introspection from a true great
The much-lauded London rapper melds razor-sharp lyricism, moving vulnerability and compassionate storytelling as she ascends to the level of legends
Kam-Bu – ‘Black On Black’ EP review: one of the UK’s most exciting new rappers
The South Londoner establishes himself as a versatile voice on this varied, thrilling debut project
Fredo – ‘Independence Day’ review: gritty but unmemorable road-rap
The west London rapper returns to his road-rap roots on his second album of the year
Sons of Kemet – ‘Black To The Future’ review: rage, resentment – and hope
This is the experimental jazz quartet's incendiary evocation of Black Lives Matter
AJ Tracey – ‘Flu Game’ review: UK rapper remains in a league of his own
The Londoner bills himself as music's Michael Jordan with an ode the player's infamous 1997 match
AJ Tracey: “I’ve gone through so much. It’s been so hard, and I’m still here”
The west London rapper on his slam-dunk of a new album, ‘Flu Game’, and why he’s UK rap’s answer to Michael Jordan
Kam-Bu: “‘Black on Black’ has negative connotations – I want to turn that on its head”
Kam-Bu reflects on his work with Leon Vynehall and writing a "revolutionary" song inspired by Fela Kuti
ZAYN – ‘Nobody Is Listening’ review: ex-boybander crafts quietly purposeful pop
The former One Directioner's last album 'Icarus Falls', was a critical hit but commercial flop. Here he swaps maximalism for simplicity
Pa Salieu: “I’ve been cut from the system, but I will rise up like a phoenix”
The Coventry star is sitting pretty atop this year’s NME 100 list, and his journey to this point has been powered by determination and faith in his talents
AJ Tracey – ‘Secure The Bag! 2’ EP review: UK rap don goes back to his roots with surprise release
This sequel is a largely a solo affair designed to showcase the MC's unique talent
K-Trap: “People are finally starting to realise that I’m more than just drill”
By taking off his bally last year, the Londoner wanted to use his new platform to showcase an all-encompassing story of his life so far