London, UK-based emcee BOWZA is set to return with a Hopeful, Laid-Back, and Personal-Fueled Masterpiece, A BETTER PLACE, featuring Monz They say that some of the best rappers and emcees are impeccable storytellers, and that is true for one East London-based rapper and artist, BOWZA, whose way with words never ceases to amaze. He is…
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Gabzy – Round 1 (Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
South East London-based British/Nigerian singer-songwriter Gabzy returns with a double single release in the form of ROUND 1 (Dont Play With Me x Summer Nights) ‘Round 1‘ marks a creative venture that explores dual aspects of his artistry, offering both high-energy confidence and emotive introspection. The project reintroduces us to two personas, Gabzy and Malone,…
Madman State – WICKED LIKE THIS (Music Video) Taken Off: Work In Progress (Album/iTunes/Spotify)
London, UK-based emcee Madman State recently released the visual to his track WICKED LIKE THIS, taken off his recent debut album WORK IN PROGRESS Back on some hardcore wild type of ish, ‘WICKED LIKE THIS’ once again sees State return to his hardcore beginnings. With a self-produced beat and entertaining and funny yet mildly edgy…
LATE – Dreaming Of Better Days (Prod. by TRICKSTA/Music Video/iTunes/Spotify)
Wolverhampton, UK-based emcee/producer LATE drops his latest track/visual DREAMING OF BETTER DAYS West Midlands UK Rap icon LATE is back with his latest single, ‘Dreaming of Better Days’, a powerful anthem of hope and resilience produced by renowned producer TRICKSTA. The track, which blends LATE’s signature lyrical depth with Tricksta’s evocative production, offers a message…
The Doctor’s Orders presents: BLACK SHEEP @ JAZZ CAFE, Camden, London, UK (03rd Dec)
The Doctor’s Orders presents the BLACK SHEEP UK TOUR Original Line Up’s first time in 20 years @ JAZZ CAFE, London, on the 03rd of December Together for the first time in 20 years Black Sheep, the legendary New York duo and members of the Native Tongues collective (alongside De La Soul, A Tribe Called…
M Huncho – POSITIVE INFLUENCES (Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
Brent, north-west London UK, based infamous masked rapper M Huncho drops his new track POSITIVE INFLUENCES UK Trap-wave mainstay M Huncho releases new single ‘POSITIVE INFLUENCES’ ahead of a surprise project on the horizon. Set on making a groundbreaking impact with his return, ‘POSITIVE INFLUENCES’ is the first of five single releases to follow every…
Hazz – Let Me Live (Album/Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
West Midlands-based UK Rap sensation Hazz drops his explosive second album, LET ME LIVE, a ten-track future classic proudly signed to Nyark Music This project encapsulates the essence of life and the raw realities of life in the inner cities, delivering hard-hitting tracks that resonate with authenticity and raw emotion. Showcasing Hazz’s unique sound, distinct…
Deema ft. Elf Kid – DOG WITH A £ (Prod. by Cotton/Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
Peckham, south-east London-born emcee Deema is back with his latest track DOG WITH A £, featuring Lewisham-based Elf Kid, produced by Cotton Peckham-born rapper Deema unleashes his powerful new single, ‘DOG WITH A £’, the fifth track from his highly anticipated EP of the same name, set to drop on November 28th. Riding the wave…
Montao – Echoes Of The Cosmos (Album/Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
Liverpool, UK-based producer Montao recently released his triumphant debut studio album ECHOES OF THE COSMOS, featuring Napoleon Da Legend, Masta Killa, River Nelson, Slug & more… ‘Echoes of the Cosmos’ is a twelve-track journey into the void of Hip Hop, Trip-Hop, Cinematic soundscapes, Ambient Lo-Fi, Electronica, and elements of Classical. Having been a lifelong musician…
Beneficence & Jazz Spastiks ft. Phantasm – What I’m Talkin’ About (Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
Newark, New Jersey-based emcee Beneficence & UK-based producer duo Jazz Spastiks recently dropped their new track WHAT I’M TALKIN’ ABOUT, featuring Phantasm of the Cella Dwellas Coming off the critically acclaimed ‘Summer Night Sessions‘ album from their 2023 release, Beneficence, and UK-based production duo Jazz Spastiks join forces again to deliver a conventional throwback-sounding collabo…
Ms Banks – Boss B*tch (Prod. by A-Class/Music Video/iTunes/Spotify)
London, UK-based recording artist Ms Banks returns after two years with her new track/visual BOSS B*TCH, produced by Birmingham-based A-Class Ms Banks returns with her empowering single ‘Boss B*itch‘, making an intentional statement to kick off this new era. Produced by A-Class, a pioneer in Birmingham’s Rap scene known for collaborating with artists like Lady…
Mark Ski – RECLESS (Album/Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
Northampton, UK-based DJ/producer Mark Ski drops his new album RECLESS, via Chavez Sound/FiveSe7en Collective DJ & producer Mark Ski is one of the founding members of the local scene, working regularly with some of Hip Hop’s finest national and international artists as both DJ and producer. His critically acclaimed debut LP ‘Catch-REC‘ gained regular spins from…
Yxng Malone – Indigo Kid (Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
Birmingham, UK-based fresh thinking old-soul Yxng Malone drops his new inaugural, self-describing anthem INDIGO KID Old soul, modern rapper Yxng Malone’s latest single, ‘Indigo Kid’, is an introspective track that introduces audiences to his identity as a freethinking, spiritually inclined, and creatively gifted ‘Indigo Kid‘, hence the track’s suitable title. Inspired by a Travis Scott-style…
Deema – C4LL MY PHONE (Prod. by Cotton/Audio/iTunes/Spotify) + LILREDWHIP (Music Video)
Peckham, south-east London-born emcee Deema recently released his latest track C4LL MY PHONE, accompanied by the visual to his track LILREDWHIP Deema releases his latest single, ‘C4LL MY PHONE,’ the fourth track from his upcoming EP ‘DOG WITH A £’, set to drop on the 28th of November. On Monday, Deema unveiled the video for…
Li-likeisaid – Missed Calls (Audio/Spotify)
Northampton, UK-based artist Li-likeisaid illustrates the power of communication when facing mental adversity with his poignant new single MISSED CALLS Li-Likeisaid is making waves in the UK music scene, known for his versatility and genre-blending sound. From a standout appearance on the BBC Introducing /1XTRA Cypher to consistent national radio play on BBC Radio 1,…
Faru – Labyrinth (Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
Manchester, UK-based Innovative duo Faru unleashes their latest enchanting anthem LABYRINTH UK duo Faru’s latest release, ‘Labyrinth‘, is a reflective dive into nostalgia with a cutting-modern edge. Influenced by classic Trip-Hop and vintage Hip Hop rhythms, the track began with a driving drum pattern and an unexpected vocal find on YouTube which sparked a spontaneous…
Urban Vault Interviews – MC Fizzy
Urban Vault caught up with South London-based multifaceted rapper and producer MC Fizzy to ask him questions about his latest release WRESTLEMANIA & more… MC Fizzy, born Dean Blair, hails from the thriving creative hub of South London and is a multifaceted musician renowned for his remarkable journey in the music world. As the lead…
IZ – A Step Up (Mixtape/Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
South East, UK based Hip Hop newcomer IZ recently released his debut ten-track mixtape A STEP UP 23-year-old UK rapper IZ is set to release his debut mixtape ‘A Step Up’ creating a fuse of today’s vibe mixed with a nostalgic Hip Hop 2000s sound, building a whole sound and project from it. With influence…
LATE – 3rd Eye Wisdom (Music Video/iTunes/Spotify)
Wolverhampton, UK-based emcee/producer LATE drops new self-produced track/visual 3RD EYE WISDOM Renowned UK rapper LATE returns with his latest single, ‘3rd Eye Wisdom’, a self-produced masterpiece that challenges listeners to break free from the limitations and mental barriers that hold them back. ‘3rd Eye Wisdom‘ is a hard-hitting track that delves deep into the process…
VISH – Doing To Me [PENGWIN & K Remix] (Music Video/iTunes/Spotify)
Bollywood busking sensation VISH recently released his new track/visual DOING TO ME [PENGWIN & K REMIX] VISH, celebrated as the world’s number-one Bollywood busker, continues to enchant audiences globally with his unique fusion of Bollywood melodies and Western rhythms. Originally born and raised in India, VISH launched his career in the UK busking on the…
IZ – Walk It (Audio/iTunes/Spotify) Taken Off: A Step Up (Mixtape/30th August)
UK Hip Hop newcomer IZ recently released his fresh new single WALK IT, ahead of his debut mixtape A STEP UP, dropping on the 30th of August IZ is a 22-year-old rapper from the outskirts of London who is also part of the CG Collective (Constant Grind). He initiated his musical journey through school lessons,…
MC Fizzy – Wrestlemania (Music Video/iTunes/Spotify)
South London-based multifaceted rapper and producer MC Fizzy drops the visual to his recent track WRESTLEMANIA MC Fizzy, born Dean Blair, hails from the thriving creative hub of South London and is a multifaceted musician renowned for his remarkable journey in the music world. As the lead member of the esteemed UK Garage collective Genius…
Horace Andy & Jah Wobble – One Love (Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
Jamaican roots reggae master and Massive Attack collaborator Horace Andy teams up with former PiL bassist Jah Wobble for a brand new set of studio recordings, including the new single ONE LOVE, via Cleopatra Records As Dream Teams go, this one takes a lot of beating! Fresh from his career-redefining collaboration with producer Adrian Sherwood…
SJ – The Biggest What If? (Mixtape/Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
Tottenham, North London-based Drill artist SJ recently released his new solo project THE BIGGEST WHAT IF? featuring Headie One, Abra Cadabra, DoRoad & more… One of the faces for the younger generation of Drill music SJ, part of the infamous OFB (Bandokay, Double Lz) has released his debut project ‘The Biggest What If?‘. The heavy-hitting…
Skepsis & Brodie – Double Vision (Visualiser/iTunes/Spotify)
South London-based producer and DJ Skepsis & Bristol-based rising Drum & Bass star Brodie join forces for organ-driven anthem DOUBLE VISION D&B singer/songwriter Brodie is a rising force whose passion for the power of the rave defines everything she does and together with UK bass veteran Skepsis who exploded onto the scene in 2015, they…
LATE – Throw Ya Tag Up (Music Video/iTunes/Spotify)
Wolverhampton, UK-based emcee/producer LATE drops new self-produced track/visual THROW YA TAG UP, a tribute to Graffiti and Hip Hop Culture LATE proudly presents his latest single, ‘Throw Ya Tag Up’ a powerful anthem celebrating the early days of graffiti culture and the spirit of Hip Hop. Produced by LATE himself, this track dives deep into…
Urban Vault Exclusive: Kinetic 9 & Rubbabandz – Wu-Tang Vs. The Grain (Prod. by Shaka Amazulu The 7th/Album/Audio Premiere/iTunes/Spotify)
Killarmy member Kinetic 9 & New York-based emcee Rubbabandz drop their new album WU-TANG VS. THE GRAIN, produced by Shaka Amazulu The 7th GP WU meets the almighty Wu-Tang Killarmy through kinetic, and Rubbabandz. Mixed, Mastered, Executively Produced by Shaka Amazulu The 7th, via Black Stone of Mecca, marketed by Ground Zero Entertainment PDX. Wu-Tang…
M Huncho – Important (Prod. by Cage, N1 & Santz/Music Video/iTunes/Spotify)
Brent, London UK, based infamous masked rapper M Huncho drops his new track/visual IMPORTANT, produced by Cage, N1 & Santz M Huncho makes a powerful return with his new single, ‘Important’, after taking a brief hiatus from his solo music to release his collaborative mixtape ‘36 Hours’ alongside Potter Payper in May. Released during a…
Blaq Medici ft. Agallah The Don – False Prophets (Music Video/iTunes/Spotify)
UK-producer, Blaq Medici & Brooklyn New York’s Agallah The Don recently released their new track/visual FALSE PROPHETS, a vivid recounting of slavery in Puerto Rico The history of slavery in Puerto Rico is a profound aspect of its colonial past, reflecting broader patterns of exploitation and resistance that have shaped the island’s culture. Initially, the Spanish…
Casscade – Found The Remote Lost The Control EP (Prod. by Chima Chalice/Short Film/iTunes/Spotify)
North West London-based emcee/singer/songwriter Casscade is back with his latest EP/Short Film titled FOUND THE REMOTE LOST THE CONTROL, produced by Chima Chalice London-based Rapper/songwriter Casscade, The artist, known for his unique blend of Hip Hop, pop rap, and R&B has officially released his EP titled ‘Found The Remote Lost the Control’. This project comes…
T4D & Charmerz – This One’s 4 Dee (Prod. by Bliss II/Music Video/iTunes/Spotify)
UK-based T4D & Charmerz recently collaborated to create an all-time classic double single EP, THIS ONE’S 4 DEE/ESTATE, accompanied by the visual for the title track ‘This One’s 4 Dee’ is a heartfelt 2-track EP released in honor of T4D’s best friend and brother who tragically passed away last year at the age of 38…
LATE – We Can Get There (Music Video/iTunes/Spotify)
Wolverhampton, UK-based emcee/producer LATE drops the visual to his exclusive self-produced empowering single WE CAN GET THERE Acclaimed UK hip hop artist LATE is proud to announce the release of his new self-produced single, ‘We Can Get There‘. This powerful track delivers an inspiring message about the importance of hard work, consistency, and perseverance in achieving…
Airklipz x G.O.L.D – Golden Klipz EP (Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
London, UK-based Airklipz and G.O.L.D. drop their new six-track GOLDEN KLIPZ EP, via Nyark Music Nyark Music continues its relentless output with our eighth release of 2024. It’s time to take you down South, South East London to be precise, with a heavyweight six-track EP from two of the capital city’s finest… Airklipz and G.O.L.D.…
Young T & Bugsey – SOCA (Music Video/iTunes/Spotify)
Nottingham, UK-based MOBO award-winning rap duo Young T & Bugsey turn up the summer heat with their track/visual SOCA ‘SOCA’ is a carnival-infused anthem co-produced by Young T and Eyes that intends to raise spirits, feed the soul, and make people dance. ‘SOCA‘ is a blend of different cultural sonics with the head-knocking elements of…
Lifeline & Scoob Rock – Down The Block (Prod. by Micall Parknsun/Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
Swedish Hip Hop duo Lifeline & Scoob Rock recently dropped their track DOWN THE BLOCK, produced by legendary UK producer/emcee Micall Parknsun After releasing their albums ‘We Move Independently’ in 2023 and ‘The Fire Within’ earlier this year, Swedish Hip Hop Duo Lifeline & Scoob Rock are joining forces with the legendary Micall Parknsun for…
Configa x Tommy Evans – Jolicoeur (Album/Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
UK-based Doctors Configa and Tommy Evans (World’s First Producer-Rapper-PhD Combo) present the JOLICOEUR LP Doctors Configa and Tommy Evans, the world’s first producer-rapper-PhD combo – combine for their album ‘Jolicoeur’. The title (A Gallant Heart) pays homage to the late, great, David Jolicoeur of De La Soul while encapsulating Configa and Tommy’s artistic ethos, authenticity,…
Kite x Keytan – The Wait EP (Prod. by KE/Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
West London’s emerging twin duo artists Kite and Keytan are thrilled to announce the release of their debut collaborative EP, THE WAIT This project marks a significant milestone in their musical journey, being their first joint venture since they began making music in 2017. The EP, produced by their lifelong friend and high school companion,…
Urban Vault Exclusive: Ultra_eko – Dark Nights Of The Soul (Album/Audio Premiere/iTunes/Spotify)
South London, UK-based emcee/recording artist Ultra_eko recently dropped his new ten-track album DARK NIGHTS OF THE SOUL, featuring DaRealMrLee Ultra_eko returns with his ninth studio album since first emerging in 2019. ‘Dark Nights of the Soul‘ is another iconic and revealing project, delivered with his usual purpose, skill, and imaginative originality. The lyricism is, as…
KJ Spio, Sarkodie, Loick Essien & Ambré – JEALOUS (Music Video/iTunes/Spotify)
London, UK-based KJ Spio brings together UK singer Loick, Roc Nation U.S. singer Ambré and African Rap giant Sarkodie for the female empowerment track JEALOUS Four incredibly talented individuals across the music industry from different corners of the world join forces for a brand-new collaborative Afro/R&B single ‘Jealous’. ‘Jealous’ brings together UK singer Loick and…
Wild Samson – Hero’s Day EP (Prod. by Statik Selektah/Audio/iTunes/Spotify)
UK emcee Wild Samson recently dropped his HERO’S DAY EP, produced by New York-based Statik Selektah, via Nyark Music Wild Samson is back and hot on the heels of his debut album ‘Iceberg Mandalorian’ comes a brand new five-track EP that is produced entirely by U.S. Hip Hop legend Statik Selektah. This heavy-hitting release from…