It took a while to get going, but 2019 managed to provide plenty of superb hip hop records despite a distinct lack of heavy-hitters. With no Kendrick Lamar, Od... Read More...
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Skepta’s breakthrough album “Konnichiwa” was an important record for the UK rap scene. Well-received on both sides of the Atlantic, it was ultimately an odd mi... Read More...