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From Lowkey and Akala to Bugzy Malone and Wretch 32, these are some of the Fire in the Booth sessions that still stand out Charlie Sloth's Fire in the Booth became one of the UK's most recognisable freestyle platforms, giving MCs a microphone, a selection of beats and a few minutes to show what they could do. Over the years, the booth has welcomed artists from across the UK and […]
Was the 2000s the Golden Era of UK Hip Hop? The 2000s marked a turning point for UK hip hop. While grime was rising in East London, artists across Britain were building their own sound and identity. The decade brought together raw storytelling, political commentary and underground hustle. It also gave us a generation of artists who showed that British rap could stand on its own. So, was this the […]
Akala sits down with Amaru Don TV for the first part of an in depth interview centred around his new album Knowledge Is Power 2. The conversation gives fans an insight into the thinking behind the project, as Akala breaks down the ideas and inspiration that shaped the album. If you are a fan of thought provoking hip hop, this is an interview worth checking out. Watch Akala Knowledge Is […]
HIP HOP LIFE LESSONS have exclusive interviews with Wretch 32, George the Poet, Akala, Hattie Collins, Ty, Lee Pinkerton, Cookie Crew and more, covering topics from sexuality to religion. HIP HOP LIFE LESSONS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aU7EIuhz600 Rap music and hip hop culture are the chosen genre of pop culture for todays youth generation, and influences the way we talk, dress, act, behave, think, eat and generally experience life. The hiphop monster […]
Akala kicks off a brand new 16 Bars series ahead of the release of Knowledge Is Power Vol 2. Over the next 16 weeks, he will release an exclusive 16 bars every week to give fans a preview of the forthcoming project. The first instalment sets the standard with the sharp lyricism and thought provoking bars that have made Akala one of the UK's finest MCs. Knowledge Is Power Vol […]
We're proud to present a Global Faction production titled This Is Black History in honour of Black History Month featuring a stellar line up, The God Father Rodney P, the infamous lyrical don MCD, the prophet Genesis Elijah, the realist Jaja Soze, the activist Logic, the philosopher Akala, Big Ben, USG, Wordplay, Haze, Cerose, Big Frizzle, Jody McIntyre, Big Cakes. Produced by Last Resort. Now where the hell did they find […]
Lyrical powerhouse Akala dropped a heavyweight Akala live freestyle during a recent guest appearance on Itch FM. The legendary artist performed live in the studio on Saturday morning. He joined host Thad Boogie on the popular "Big Promo Hip Hop Show". Fortunately, you can still hear the performance if you missed the original broadcast. The video below captures his incredible delivery and sharp wordplay. Consequently, hip-hop fans are already calling […]
Lowkey joins Akala on stage for a rare "Terrorist" live performance Lowkey joins Akala on stage at The Garage in London during the 2013 Thieves Banquet Tour, delivering a rare live performance of "Terrorist". The surprise appearance brings two of British Hip Hop's politically conscious voices together in front of a packed London crowd. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAQe1gRzd-8 Lowkey and Akala Together Lowkey's appearance came during Akala's Thieves Banquet Tour in 2013. The […]
Akala and his band perform Malcolm Said It live for Virgin Red Room. The track is taken from his album The Thieves Banquet. Akala delivers a powerful live performance backed by his full band. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ky-TEp9JA3c Follow Akala on Twitter
