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1 week ago

A lot of men don't open up': Kidwild, the UK rapper unafraid to bare his soul

As a child he was acting opposite Beverley Knight in The Bodyguard in the West End and toured the production around China. He had a main role in four seasons of CBBC football drama Jamie Johnson and appeared on Casualty. You can see him dancing in the video to Stormzy's 2017 single Vossi Bop, a baby-faced scamp swinging a baseball bat into the camera lens.
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2 weeks ago

Timothee Chalamet puts alter-ego rumors to rest in remix with EsDeeKid

Timothée Chalamet joined a remix of masked Liverpool rapper EsDeeKid's '4 Raws,' delivering explicit, UK-focused verses that went viral online.
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fromPitchfork
4 weeks ago
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EsDeeKid: Rebel

Masked Liverpool rapper EsDeeKid's raw, streetlit depictions of debauchery and anonymity propelled a rapid mainstream rise and fueled identity conspiracies.
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7 months ago
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Add to playlist: Merseyside rapper EsDeeKid and the week's best new tracks

EsDeeKid's music showcases the unique Scouse accent and vibrant UK rap scene post-drill.
His delivery and distinctive style set him apart in the competitive music landscape.
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fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Dave: The Boy Who Played Harp

Dave's new album is a melancholic, introspective examination of fame, faith, aging, and responsibility within Black British lineage.
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2 months ago

An Interview With Klein About Road Rap, Grime, Reality TV, and Whatever Else

Pitchfork: I think the silences and background chatter on sleep with a cane trip me out sometimes. It's almost like I'm listening to someone listen to the album, which makes it feel realistic and dreamy at the same time. Is that intentional? Klein: It's like that newer Top Boy. When Drake took over, one of the main things I didn't like was the lack of a score, but upon watching it again it kind of works.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Jim Legxacy: Black British Music review | Alexis Petridis's album of the week

On the block, I was listening to Mitski. This detail provides a striking contrast to the familiar scenarios in UK rap, highlighting a mood of vulnerability and introspection.
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6 months ago

Nemzzz and Latto Unleash Swagger-Heavy Anthem "ART" with Production by Tay Keith and Boi-1da | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Nemzzz and Latto's collaboration 'ART' showcases their artistic chemistry and versatility across musical styles.
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