uk rap
Trap Wave Pioneers M Huncho and Nafe Smallz Have Made A Future Classic
The year's slickest UK rap album is a sci-fi tinged journey through gritty luxury rap and smooth hooks. Here's how they made it happen.
'BLM' Is the Poignant New UK Drill Tribute to Mark Duggan and Black Lives Matter
Bandokay, Double Lz and Abra Cadabra tell us about their poignant new collab, which finds them reflecting over a Coldplay sample.
If You're Confused About the Stormzy and Chip Beef, Here's the Backstory
A recently surfaced video is a bad look for the UK number one artist. What events lead up to it – and what can we expect next?
When The Smoke Clears: Section Boyz Reflect on Their Legacy
The legends of UK rap knocked down doors and birthed a new sound. As their reign ends, VICE spoke to the group and those closest to them.
How It Felt When a Grime MC Slut-Shamed Me During a Clash
My personal life was weaponised in a "Lord of the Mics" clash between an MC and my then-boyfriend. The abuse since has been unbearable.
Headie One: 'Fred Again.. Brought Out a Different Side to Me'
In our third UK drill column, Headie One chats about his divisive mixtape 'GANG' and blesses us with a hard freestyle for our new series.
It Took Tion Wayne Six Years to Get Here, But He's Finally Arrived
This is how the London rapper went from jail to going platinum twice and selling out Brixton Academy in three days.
Why UK Rappers Keep Mentioning Harrods
The 171-year-old luxury department store is all over British rap music. This is how we ended up here.
J Hus Is Playing the Game, for Now
'Big Conspiracy' is a rich, meditative thought from the UK rapper. It's also the next – and not final – step in his journey of self-realisation.
Fekky On Life Before Rap: 'Cinema Was My Classic Date Spot. Now It's Nobu'
In our latest Share Location, we caught up with the UK rapper to talk first kisses, fighting in school and throwing up everywhere.
How Musicians Re-Adjust to Public Life After Time in Prison
The headlines pass, and critics move on, but artists like Blackpool grime's Afghan Dan have to navigate life anew in the public eye.
Octavian Has No Time for Fear
The rapper, Noisey UK's first digital cover star, opens up about the reality behind his much-hyped backstory so far.