Dhruva Balram
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Five things we learned from our In Conversation video chat with Yxng Bane
The London star on his upcoming debut album, Boys II Men and going off-grid
OneFour – ‘Against All Odds’ EP review: a riveting look at the journey so far, and the growth that’s to come
With assists from The Kid LAROI and Dutchavelli, the Mount Druitt rappers experiment with new melodic styles in a potent nine-track demonstration of their talent
Pa Salieu – ‘Send Them To Coventry’ review: debut mixtape confirms rapper as UK’s next star
The Coventry-based artist celebrates a breakout year with an accomplished collection of tales of life from the West Midlands
Giggs – ‘Now Or Never’ review: surprise mixtape sees UK rap star step aside for the next gen
The likes of Jorja Smith, Dave and Obongjayar shine while Giggs takes a back seat on this assured 16-track release
Kwame: “There are a lot of sharks in the industry that push their own agenda”
The 23-year-old rapper is playing the long game. His new EP ‘Please, Get Home Safe.’ is just part of a bigger, ambitious journey
WizKid – ‘Made In Lagos’ review: star quality and a sense of homecoming
The genre-blending musician doesn't quite live up his undeniable potential
Smoke Boys – ‘All The Smoke’ review: UK rappers bow out with final mixtape, their legacy intact
This is the farewell that the influential south London six-piece deserve
Dizzee Rascal – ‘E3 AF’ review: a potent reminder that the rap legend still has so much to give
The east London MC assesses his enormous contribution while reminding everyone that he’s not done yet
Save Our Scene is a two-wheeled London protest on a mission to save UK music
NME meets the activist championing music workers in need of support amid the Covid-19 crisis
21 Savage & Metro Boomin – ‘Savage Mode 2’ review: a near-perfect sequel that leaves nothing to chance
The rap and production duo weaving a cinematic odyssey of sound on this stunningly realised project
Lil Peep – ‘Hellboy’ review: a painful reminder of a unique talent gone too soon
This re-released mixtape bears all the hallmarks of its author's tragic brilliance
Dizzee Rascal: “This album is making a statement – I’m a fucking serious rapper”
Following chart success and a globe-trotting career, the rapper finds inspiration in his east London locality Bow for album seven