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The Real Story Behind Skengdo & AM’s Public Controversies
The drill duo have been vilified by the UK press and police. Forget all that: here's what was going, as told by the duo and their label head.
Is Unknown T UK Rap’s Perennial Prince in Waiting?
His breakout song was drill but "Throwback" leans into UK garage. Is he the next star UK rap star in waiting?
Right, Here's Chief Keef Playing Three Songs with a Goddamned Orchestra
Keef played "Faneto," "Love Sosa," and "Belieber" for Audiomack's 'Trap Symphony' series. It ruled.
Trans Student Blocked from Both Locker Rooms During School Safety Drill
She was forced to sit alone on the bleachers while her classmates and teachers huddled together inside.
Foam Sweet Foam: The Bullet-Eating Furniture Used to Prepare for Active Shooters
In a video essay, two filmmakers explore the 'kill houses' where SWAT teams train, where one patented technology blurs the line between fake and real.
Russia Space Chief Suggests International Space Station Leak Could Be Sabotage
Roscosmos head Dmitry Rogozin, known for bombastic comments, said it was “a matter of honor” to “find the one responsible” for the puncture.
The Drill and Knife Crime Story Is a Classic Chicken-and-Egg Dilemma
When it comes to the London-based offshoot of the genre, unpicking the links between violent music and real world violence is harder than ever.
No, Drill Music Isn’t The Reason Kids Are Killing Each Other in London
Instead of using UK music as a scapegoat, the government needs to seriously look at the root causes of this fatal epidemic.
Fredo Santana's Influence Is Immeasurable
Calling Fredo a "rapper" sells him short, not because the title can't be a worthy honorific in the right hands, but because Fredo's notoriety came as much from the character he played as the music itself.
Long Live Fredo Santana, a Rapper More Genuine Than Anyone Realized
Following the rapper's tragic death at the age of 27, his close collaborator and friend DJ Kenn remembers him: "RIP Fredo Santana!"
Bun The UK, Say 67, We're Going Global
"I might start some foreign beef, because UK got boring" is just one lyric from their brand-new "On Tour" video.
Wednesday Night’s New Gen Show Was Proof That Urban Music in the UK Is Thriving
Stefflon Don, AJ Tracey, Avelino and Abra Cadabra all showed up to Kamio for a one-off performance in the run up to the BRITs.