Grime: Last News

Krept & Konan and Bashy are among those set to perform at the 2025 MOBO Awards. Find further information below.The 27th edition of the annual ceremony, which celebrates music of Black origin, is due to take place in Newcastle for the first time.

Glastonbury Festival has revealed the 2025 line-up for the Wests Holts stage – you can check it out below.The legendary event is due to return to Worthy Farm in Somerset between June 25 and 29, ahead of a fallow year in 2026. Tickets sold out last November, but the official resales are expected to take place in April (visit here for more info).Earlier this month, the first line-up poster revealed that The 1975 and Olivia Rodrigo would be joining Neil Young in headlining the Pyramid Stage.

Stormzy is set to receive an honorary doctorate from Cambridge University.The grime pioneer was announced today (March 19) as being one of the eight distinguished individuals who will be awarded honorary doctorates by the university later this year.It comes as the eight chosen people were nominated for the honour by The University Council, and they are all expected to receive the doctorates while at a special Congregation in the Senate-House. It will be attended by alumni, staff and students, as well as a number of special guests, and takes place on June 25.For Stormzy, the honorary doctorate will be in the field of Law, and comes following the impact his philanthropic work has had across the community.His efforts have included the Stormzy Scholarship to Cambridge – an initiative that funds two Black British students to attend the university each year.

Wretch 32 has announced details of a new album called ‘Home?’. Check out the latest single ‘Like Home’ below.The new record marks the highly anticipated sixth album from the singer, songwriter and rapper, and is set for release on May 2.The record will see Wretch 32 venture on a profound exploration into identity and belonging, as well as the Black British experience.

The Great Escape has added over 100 new artists to the 2025 line-up, including Mercury Prize winners English Teacher. Check out the updated bill below.This year’s edition of the festival will take place in Brighton from May 14-17, and has already confirmed details of a spotlight show with Pete Doherty and Warmduscher.

Skepta has announced the first line-up for the 2025 edition of his Big Smoke Festival. Find all the details below.The event will return to Crystal Palace Park in south-east London on August 9 and 10 as part of South Facing Festival, following its inaugural outing last summer.Today (March 4), organisers have confirmed the initial wave of acts for the first date.

Stormzy has addressed the “twisted narrative” over claims that he deleted pro-Palestine posts after getting a McDonald’s deal.Last month, it was revealed that the rapper had teamed up with McDonald’s for the UK and Ireland’s first Famous Order meal, which gives fans the chance to buy his favourite menu items and a limited edition merch range.The collab was launched last week (February 12) and met with a lot of criticism due to the fast food chain’s perceived support of Israel. The Boycott, Divestment & Sanctions (BDS) movement has supported a global boycott of McDonald’s after franchises in Israel gave out thousands of free meals to Israeli forces following Hamas’ attack on the country on 7 October.A post shared by STORMZY (@stormzy)Stormzy has previously been vocal in his support for Palestine, playing at a benefit concert to raise funds for aid in January 2024. However, some fans had noticed that the rapper had removed a social media post from October 2023 that read: “1.

Central Cee, Bashy and Ayra Starr were among the big winners at the 2025 MOBO Awards – see the full list of winners below.The 27th edition of the annual awards ceremony, which celebrates music of Black origin, took place in Newcastle’s Utilita Arena on Tuesday night (February 18), hosted by comedian Eddie Kadi and Love Island star Indiyah Polack.The show was live streamed on YouTube from 8pm on the night, while an exclusive ‘Access All Areas’ broadcast is set to air on BBC One on Friday night (February 21) at 11:25pm.Bashy took home the prestigious Album Of The Year prize for his first record in 15 years, ‘Being Poor Is Expensive’, which was also named as one of the 50 best albums of 2024 by NME. He was also named the Best Hip Hop Act.Other multiple winners were Darkoo, who won Best Female Act as well as Song Of The Year for ‘Favourite Girl’ featuring Dess Dior, and Ayra Starr, who picked up gongs for Best African Music Act and Best International Act.

Stormzy has come under fire for appearing to delete a Pro-Palestine social media post amid his new collaboration with McDonald’s.In January it was revealed that the rapper had teamed up with McDonald’s for the UK and Ireland’s first Famous Order meal, which gives fans the chance to buy his favourite menu items and a limited edition merch range.Following the announcement and the subsequent launch on Wednesday (February 12), Stormzy has been criticised for collaborating with the fast food chain, due to their perceived support of Israel.The Boycott, Divestment & Sanctions (BDS) movement has supported a global boycott of McDonald’s after franchises in Israel gave out thousands of free meals to Israeli forces following Hamas’ attack on the country on 7 October.Jeremy Corbyn’s Peace and Justice Project are among those critiquing the partnership, issuing an open letter yesterday (February 13) that asks the rapper to “stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people in their hour of need and respect the BDS committee’s call for a global boycott of McDonald’s by ending his new partnership with them.”“Dear @stormzy, help us take genocide off the menu…”We are calling on Stormzy to stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people and respect the @BDSmovement call for a boycott of McDonald’s by ending his new partnership with them.✍️ Write to him: https://t.co/IX7HIkd8fi pic.twitter.com/FhtgnRffi6— Peace & Justice Project (@corbyn_project) February 13, 2025Stormzy has previously been vocal in his support for Palestine, playing at a benefit concert to raise funds for aid in January 2024.Now, though, some fans have noticed that the rapper has removed a social media post from October 2023 that read: “1. Free Palestine.

grime producer Terror Danjah, dubbed as “one of the greatest to ever do it”, who has died.The news was shared by fellow grime musician D Power Diesle, who made a post on X yesterday (February 10). “God bless all his family, I will let you know when I know more,” it read.Robert Luis, the founder of his label Tru Thoughts, made a lengthy post today (February 11) confirming the news of Terror Danjah’s (real name Rodney Pryce) death.

Stormzy has been banned from driving for nine months.It comes after the 31-year-old rapper was caught using a mobile phone while driving in London by an undercover officer.As the issue was taken to court, Stormzy – whose real name is Michael Ebenazer Owuo Junior – did not appear in person, but shared a letter in which he pleaded guilty to using a phone while driving his Rolls-Royce Wraith on Addison Road, West Kensington.The incident took place last March, and the court was informed that the artist already had six points on his licence for previous speeding offences. As reported by BBC News, District Judge Andrew Sweet said Stormzy’s driving record was “not good” and went on to also criticise his “dangerous and irresponsible” actions.A solicitor representing the rapper also told the Wimbledon Magistrates’ Court that Stormzy had accepted responsibility for his actions.According to the BBC, those in the court were told that the undercover officer who stopped Stormzy in West Kensington last year knocked on his passenger window and said, “Get rid of your tints and get off your phone.”Back in July, Stormzy made headlines for his driving again when he pleaded guilty to having a Lamborghini with illegally tinted windows.

Dizzee Rascal has dropped a surprise EP titled ‘I Invented Grime’. Check it out below, alongside the video for new track ‘Co-Sign’.The new release comes just months after the rapper shared his eighth studio album ‘Don’t Take It Personal’ in February, which included verses from P Money, BackRoad Gee, Not3s and D Double E, and the lead single ‘What You Know About That’ with JME.Titled ‘I Invented Grime’, the new EP was confirmed by Rascal just last night on social media, when he took to Instagram to confirm the release was happening today (December 12).A post shared by Dizzee Rascal (@dizzeerascal)It contains four songs titled ‘Co-Sign’, ‘Match Fit’, ‘Arsey’ and ‘Daily Duppy’.

due to take place in Newcastle for the first time. It’ll be held at the city’s Utilita Arena on Tuesday February 18.Leading the way are Jorja Smith, Sampha, Bashy, Ghetts, Cleo Sol, Central Cee and Odeal with three nominations apiece.Elsewhere, RAYE is up for Best Female Act and Video Of The Year (‘Genesis’).

Stormzy has again teamed up with Adidas for the next phase of #Merky Football Careers partnership – this time launching a new online platform to help Black youth find careers in football.First established in 2022, the project was built to address racial equity in the football industry and provide opportunities for UK Black Heritage Youth to access jobs in the sector. Since its launch, the movement has added 63 roles to the UK football industry for young people of UK Black Heritage, with 39 roles retained for extended periods.Now, the initiative has shared a new development to take things a step further – unveiling an online platform dedicated to both offering support to the current cohort who are already in roles, and developing a wider community for those who have applied for roles.The platform will run year-round and comes in in collaboration with #Merky FC’s recruitment partner DIVERSE.

Skepta premiered a new track with Kanye West at a fashion show for his brand MAINS last night (September 14). Check it out below.Dubbed ‘Cash Cow’ by fans, the unreleased track has been teased since mid-August, when West first shared a snippet during a ‘Vultures 2’ listening party in LA.Last night, Skepta shared a new teaser of the song during a fashion show for his brand MAINS.

Dizzee Rascal has shared details of a new UK and Ireland tour, celebrating 15 years of ‘Tongue N’ Cheek’. Find ticket details below.Announced today (August 14), the upcoming shows will take place later this year, and see the grime pioneer play in various cities around the country in support of his huge fourth album.Arriving back in September 2009, the record contained the chart-topping singles ‘Dance wiv Me’, ‘Bonkers’, ‘Holiday’ and ‘Dirtee Disco’, was certified platinum, and remains his best-selling LP to date.Now, to celebrate the 15-year milestone, Dizzee has announced a series of special headline gigs which will see him perform the tracklist in full.These kick off later this year, and begin with an opening night at the Civic Hall in Wolverhampton on October 17.

Chase & Status have shared a powerful new single with Stormzy called ‘Backbone’ – listen to it below.The track has been generating much buzz online after Stomzy made a surprise appearance with Chase & Status during their recent Ushuaïa Ibiza takeover. It was first debuted live during the band’s Coachella set earlier this year.A statement about the collaboration says the single “represents the coming together of two musical titans from different genres, blending the best of electronic music with the raw energy of UK Rap’s brightest star.”Speaking about the collaboration, the band said: “We are so gassed to work with the legend that is Stormzy.

Stormzy has pleaded guilty to driving a Lamborghini with illegally tinted windows.The London rapper – real name Michael Ebenazer Owuo Jr. – submitted a guilty plea yesterday (July 24), after driving the Urus around Kingston upon Thames on October 17 last year.The minimum requirement for cars in the UK is to allow 70 percent of light through the two front windows.

Skepta is reportedly in the works, and set to be directed by BAFTA nominee Hector Dockrill.Announced by Variety, the forthcoming project is set to see Skepta’s production company, 1PLUS1 Production, join forces with US hospitality and lifestyle marketing company the H.Wood Group for the first time.It is reportedly set for a release in 2025, and is being described as a “stirring documentary about the artist focusing on themes of cultural identity and artistry”, according to a press release shared with the outlet.Dwight Okechukwu for 1PLUS1 will be producing the documentary, alongside John Terzian, Brian Toll and Jeremy Allen for H.Wood Media.“I am thrilled and excited about our new partnership with powerhouse H.wood media, based in Los Angeles,” said Okechukwu of the new project (via Variety). “As we embark on this collaborative journey, I am truly excited about the endless possibilities that lie ahead.“I find Jeremy, John and Brian very inspiring and supportive.

Bashy has spoken to NME about ‘Being Poor Is Expensive’ – his first studio album in 15 years.Last week, the Kensal Rise-raised star has made his return to music after taking a break to pursue an acting career. Bashy – real name Ashley Thomas – initially rose to fame by being an emerging star in the then-burgeoning grime scene back in the early 2000s.

J Hus has pulled out of his headlining slot at this year’s edition of Parklife Festival, citing “unforeseen circumstances”.The festival’s organisers took to X/Twitter to announce that the rapper will no longer be performing at the bash. The announcement comes just three days before the festival is set to take place.