Our round-up of the most exciting underground UK rap and hip-hop music you can stream right now
Last updated: 3rd June 2026
Featuring a wild trunk of beats and rhymes, the UK rap and Hip-hop scene continues to offer a wide range of buzzing music. We’ve rounded up the best new singles and albums coming our way, with everything you need to know to keep up to date.
Index
May
J Littles x Kong The Artisan – “Make A Little Dough” (Single)
Release date: 29th May 2026
J Littles joins Kong The Artisan for a spirited vortex of high-quality rap and gives hip-hop what it needs, stirring the emotional experience of stringent funds in a world of inflationary difficulties. The track is a lento joint, almost hypnotically driven to allow the rapper to drive home the story of hardships and aspirations.
W1zzy – ‘VOICE OF THE 6’ (Mixtape)
Release date: 29 May 2026
Having already stacked 1 million streams since its release, W1zzy continues to catch the attention of rap fans everywhere. His latest drop, Voice of the 6, features a roster of impressive talent, including Rimzee, K-Trap, Blade Brown, and Youngs Teflon. The project features the songs “More Than Rhymes“, “Tables Turn“, and “Second Quarter 2.0“.
French The Kid – “Therapy” (Single)
Release date: 20 May 2026
French The Kid continues the roll out of his upcoming album, Can’t Kill Bill, with the release of another single — “Therapy”. Chock full of synth laden melodies and distorted vocals, the rapper intensifies his game with a music video to accompany the drop.
Chip ft Aitch – “GTTB” (Single)
Release date: 22 May 2026
An uplifting full circle moment for Chip & Aitch arrives as the two take stock of their earnings and life’s delights.
Bambeh x Manics – “Diadora” (Single)
Rapper Bambeh and Manics team up for another raw, boom-bap extravaganza alongside a music video released through Life Long Records.
Ceebo – “Parable Of A Skinnyman” (Single)
Ceebo is one of the few exciting talents to emerge from the Island. His fresh drop, Parable Of A Skinnyman, taps into dramatic storytelling finesse over the bells and whistles of a head-shaking eye squinting work of music.
Chy Cartier – “So LDN” (Single)
One of many London names to remember, Chy Cartier continues to represent her skill with fearsome flows complete with her signature style and delivery on her new single, “So LDN”.
April
RENZNIRO & PRETTYBOYFACE – ACW
Release date: 21 April
Manchester rappers RENZIRO & PRETTYBOYFACE release “ACW“, a powerful composition featuring pounding bass and heavy drums, as the two unleash a collage of rhyme schemes over incredulous flows. The track’s distinct identity, composed by producer Wudini, elevates the pair’s dart-like blows as they convey an astonishing performance.
Guvna B – This Bed I Made (Album)
Release date: 24 April
One of the UK’s most thought provoking rappers, Guvna B, returns with a fresh project, This Bed I Made, aimed at tackling several themes, including porn addiction, rehab and recovery owning your mistakes. The album is accompanied by a short film of the same name.
Sonnyjim & Lee Scott – Rob Ford (EP)
Release date: 24 April
Birmingham-based studio beast Sonnyjim drops another round of music with Lee Scott, a rapper who has equally frequented the booth. Their latest release, Rob Ford, features four tracks: “Tuscan Pleather“, “Krayzie, Layzie, Flesh, Wish-N-Bizzy“, “Lump Sum“, and “BOGOF” and features appearances from Jehst, King Grubb, and Shyheim.
Dave — Power 106 Freestyle
Released: April 23
Traversing the Atlantic, Dave takes on the microphone set-up of Power 106 LA with wordplay gems that certainly impressed. His appearance firms up an ever-growing presence, cementing him as the UK’s foremost rapper—this time in the United States.
Slim – “26” (Single)
Release date: 20 April
With a pensive beat by Public Figure, UK rapper Slim conveys a theatrical narrative on his new drop, “26“. With bars supported by his ultra-smooth flow, he details his past life through vivid stories that signal calm under pressure.
K-Trap & Headie One – “Mystery Box” (Single)
Release date: 17 April
K-Trap and Headie One release “Mystery Box“, their new single, accompanied by a music video tapping into the usual bravado through the lens of a drill-leaning attack. With no shows on the horizon, it’s likely the rapper is currently working on new music. Collaborating with Headie, a rapper with more than 1.5 billion streams, perhaps this is the single to roll-out a new project?
OFFICA – “Life I Chose” (Single)
Release date: 15 April
Irish-Nigerian rapper OFFICA switches lanes on “Life I Chose” to drop an upbeat blend of techno with afro-house music. Produced by Grammy-nominated beatsmith New Machine, the track chronicles the artist’s struggles with complex career choices and pressure.
Cult Of The Damned – Simony (Album)
Release Date: 17 April
Cult Of The Damned return with their long-awaited album Simony, and continue to turn heads with an ear-curling sound. Their distinctive style, comprised of boom-bap and verbose bars, reminds listeners they’re still a force to contend with. Featuring the lead single, “Sapnin”, the crew, led by rappers Lee Scott and Black Josh continue to make a statement.
Griminal ft RA & Backroad Gee – Ireland (Single)
Release Date: 11 April
Fast, slick and vernacularly gifted, Griminal and company spit razor blades of verbal venom packed with a potency without remedy. Over a sharp and furious beat, there’s nothing to do but nod your head.
Pozer ft AJ Tracey – “Hulk Hogan” (Single)
Released: 9 April
Incorporating a fast-paced four-on-the-floor bass line, Pozer enlists the help of AJ Tracey once again for his fresh joint, “Hulk Hogan“, featuring the rapper’s recognisable vocal textures. The two go toe-to-toe over a beat produced by RA, decorated with varying melodies that enforce their dynamism and fortitude. This is their second run out as a tag team, which brings the two closer with the promise of more collaborations.
Fakemink – “Blow The Speaker” (Video)
Released: 11 April
“Blow The Speaker” is the latest video from Fakemink’s new album The Boy Who Cried Terrified, and it unfortunately yields a monotonous, low-grade outcome. Distorted and badly mixed, it certainly has identity, though that’s not necessarily a good thing. This is classic Mink, though we weren’t expecting much anyway.
Digga D – “PAYG” (Single)
Release Date: 9 April
Returning to his roots, Digga D gives fans what they want on his new track “PAYG”. The rapper drills into fast-tempo beats with bars of braggadocious rhythm with an intent to turn heads.
Riz Ahmed, CASISDEAD & Manni Dee – We Good? (Single)
Released 8 April
As part of Riz Ahmed‘s new series Bait, the actor-rapper collaborates with CASISDEAD and Manni Dee to produce a canvas of storytelling with emotional sauce. The production is impressively stirring, with deliveries to match.
17 (Alex Iwobi) – More To Life (Album)
Released: 10 April
Fulham footballer Alex Iwobi has been recording music for some time and now releases his debut album, More To Life. Performing under the moniker ‘17’ — a nod to his squad number’ — the project showcases the artist-athlete’s range of genre jumping and passion for music.
Sonnyjim, Lee Scott, Shyheim – “Krayzie, Layzie, Flesh, Wish-N-Bizzy” (Single)
Released: 10 April
Sonnyjim isn’t slowing down and Lee Scott’s lyrical dimension shift into production as the two host rapper Shyheim. The track is contagious, one anyone can buy into.
Blade Brown & Benny The Butcher – “Blue Marlin” (Single)
Released: 10 April
Another UK and US collaboration sets the stage for more tag-team link-ups. Blade Brown and Benny the Butcher partner on their new single, “Blue Marlin”, following the Griselda rapper’s visit to Brixton. Featuring their usual bravado and finesse, the duo delivers a hefty set of rhymes over a KZE beat.
The Philosopher & Bambeh – Fear & Loathing In Old Trafford (EP)
The Philosopher and Bambeh follow up their release of “Fontplat” with a remarkable new album. Fear & Loathing In Old Trafford continues the double act’s impressive boom-bap sound, as part of a burgeoning Life Long Records line-up.
Lloyd Luther – The Death Of All The Stars (Album)
Release Date: 3 April
Ferocious and slick and filled with spirit, Lloyd Luther is another rapper in a league of his own, relishing the opportunity to exhibit a fragrant round of bars. The rapper strikes a perfect balance of hooks, production, and a meld for different tastes on his new album, The Death Of All The Stars. It’s hard to believe we’ve not heard of such a talent before.
Chower & Razor – “How Did It Get Like This?” (Single)
Release Date: 2 April
Over Kaiso beat, rappers Chower and Razor aggressively tackle the question of “How Did It Get Like This?“), and chomp on the ailments of a society enduring a cost-of-living crisis. Lamenting the small things that add up, the double act unleashes a factory flurry of bars that turn verses into a variegated story.
Kareem Jamal – The Casual EP
Release Date: 2 April
Kareem Jamal offers listeners a truly easy-going experience with his new release, The Casual EP, with a laid-back delivery suited to varying tastes. In a statement, the rapper said: “Casual may become an ongoing series, however for now I’ll just be creating until I have the next project clear.”
Bill Sykes – “Slime” (Single)
Release Date: 4 April
Taken from his upcoming album, Bill Sykes drops the lead single, “Slime“. Led by a 1980s sonic motif, Sykes interjects with wordplay that assimilates with the production.
iiiBEREALZ vs DAN DANNAH – PenGame Rap Battle
Release Date: 4 April
Regular rhyming gunner iiiBEREALZ takes on Dan Dannah in an impressive face-off for PenGame’s rap battle. The confrontation was wild, with the decision split between a live audience and the internet, although the introduction of a timer appears to be unpopular.
Verb T ft Donkobz – “Late To School” (Single)
Release Date: 2 April
Taken from his latest album, To Love a Phantom, Verb T and Donkobz lace wordplay over a Vic Grimes string led composition.
March
Shann – “Whoopty Doo” (Single)
Release Date: 27 March
The clarity behind Shann‘s music is a unique and strong quality she carries. On her latest drop, “Whoopty Doo“, she carries an energy filled with an aura that boasts ‘I know what and who I am’, with a casual flow underscored by her dangerous, I couldn’t care less attitude.
Central Cee – ALL ROADS LEAD HOME (EP)
Released: 27 March
Lead single Slaughter built momentum, but unfortunately, the entire project falls flat on its face. With a promising drive, this extended play cemented Central Cee as a one-trick pony.
February
Sonnyjim & Sumgii – Chinatown Chicken Tour (Album)
Released: 27 February
Having been on a roll with a string of releases, rapper Sonnyjim drops another solid effort for fans of his controlled style, featuring a ton of wordplay over music by producer Sumgii.
January
Fakemink – The Boy Who Cried Terrified (EP)
Released: 29 January
It’s well circulated, but didn’t live up to the hype. Despite that, The Boy Who Cried Terrified was quickly forgotten, and for good reason. With little to galvanise repeat listens, it remains a dry release with little to offer more than a ‘well done for trying’ outcome.
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