Grim Sickers isn’t your average grime MC. Born in Bristol with a half-Indian and half-Jamaican heritage, he burst onto the scene in 2013 as part of Lord of the Mics V, taking part in one of the series’ most entertaining clashes.

Since then, he’s worked tirelessly to establish himself as one of grime’s most unconventional and distinctive voices, appearing on tracks and sets with other up and coming MCs as well as going bar-for-bar with grime legends such as Ghetts, Jammer and Discarda.

Making the transition from pirate radio regular to stageshow don, Grim Sickers quickly became known for his electrifying live performances, lighting up stages across the country with his inimitable energy and enthusiasm.

Grim Sickers has also carved out a reputation for writing memorable hooks and rhyme sequences, peppered with pop culture references, a dark sense of humour and incredible detail. His biggest success so far has been “Kane”, the Swifta-Beater-produced single released on the label of Birmingham creative Despa Robinson and legendary The Streets frontman Mike Skinner. The track went on to be featured as KISS FM’s Track of the Week, as well as being spun heavily on Radio 1Xtra and more.

Whether it’s on air at 1Xtra, Rinse FM or Radar Radio, onstage at festivals, raves in the UK or as far-flung as the Czech Republic, you can expect to see plenty of Grim Sickers in the future, dressed head-to-toe in black with a mic in his hand, delivering bar after bar with the swagger and presence of a WWE superstar cutting the promo of his life.

Manchester’s own glue70 is poised to become the soundtrack to modern life: an historically DIY approach has already garnered him over 30m streams (Casin), high-profile industry attention, and a loyal online following. And his newest release, 2070 (Majestic Casual Records), is set to propel him and his signature blend of mercurial electronica (aka “gluestep”) to new heights.

glue70’s sound is a rich musical tapestry: from a childhood of reggae, French house, breakbeat and sampled hip-hop comes this warm and unique intersection of feather-light house and kick-laden R&B. It’s no surprise that Dilla, Doom, Daft Punk and Boards of Canada feature heavily on his list of formative influences – but it may be more surprising that he learnt his craft making music on video editor Sony VEGAS.

Years spent in the visual arts have woven a visceral thread of soft-focus ‘80s nostalgia into glue70’s music; the result is wistful, introspective and undoubtedly human lo-fi breaks. Through improvisation, silken vocals and loop-based music creation, glue70’s deceptively minimal sound flits from house to hip-hop and jazz to disco in inimitably chill fashion. Lean in and turn it up – you’re listening to the future.

Bristol dubstep mainstay Gemmy has been a key figure in pioneering the city’s electronic music identity since arriving on the scene in 2008. His debut release ‘Bk 2 The Future’ on Peverelist’s legendary Punch Drunk imprint was followed up rapidly with the anthemic ‘Supligen’, released on the equally seminal Planet Mu. He has since released work on numerous respected labels including Tectonic, Bandulu, Soul Jazz and Earwax, as well as forming his own label ‘World Of Wonders’; all showcasing the distinctive purple sound formulated and popularised alongside fellow Bristolian contemporaries Joker and Guido.

Following a short hiatus, Gemmy came back to the scene in late 2021 with the self-released ‘We Still’ where he expertly blended his signature purple sound with the UKG stylings of his youth, recruiting garage legends Kie & Troublesome along with rapper Jaz Kahina on vocal duties. He’s keeping up the pressure moving into 2022 with the imminent release of the ‘Irreversible Culture EP’ (featuring fellow Bristol legend RSD) on Infernal Sounds, and a slew of independently released vocal tracks in the pipeline. Known for his melodic funky, grime- inflected rhythms and punchy sub bass lines, Gemmy has long established his position as one of dubstep’s most influential producers.

AN ALTERNATIVE ARTIST CREATING ATMOSPHERIC, EMOTIONALLY HONEST MUSIC CREATED FOR QUIET MOMENTS AND LATE NIGHT REFLECTION.

Hugo is a Sheffield born artist carving out a distinct lane in UK alternative music, crafting introspective records that balance raw emotion with refined, understated production. Created by the city’s industrial heritage and quiet intensity, his sound is atmospheric, reflective and deeply personal music that sits comfortably between solitude and connection.

Emerging with breakthrough releases such as “+44” and “2late”, Hugo quickly established a signature style defined by minimalism, emotional clarity and a strong sense of place. Rather than relying on excess, his work allows space to breathe subtle melodies, restrained arrangements and honest lyricism creating impact through feeling rather than force.

Hugo’s writing explores themes of distance, identity, late night conversations and the moments left unsaid. His ability to translate everyday emotions into immersive soundscapes has resonated widely connecting with listeners who value authenticity and vulnerability over trends.

Rooted in Sheffield yet reaching far beyond it, Hugo continues to develop a sound that feels both intimate and universal. With growing momentum across streaming platforms and a catalogue that speaks to the quiet moments people live in, Hugo is establishing himself as a compelling new voice in the UK music landscape thoughtful, intentional and built for longevity.

JyellowL is a conscious hiphop artist/ rhythmic poet quickly rising up the ranks with his thought provoking yet mind soothing music. Based on Ireland, this artist speaks on topics that transcend Irish borders and are relatable to people across the globe. Following his break out singles ‘Life Right Now’ (2016) and ‘yellow thoughts 1’ (2016) he released his debut EP titled “Bulletproof”, a project centered around inspiring mental strength and resilience amongst his listeners through the lyrical content of his music. He speaks about his personal experiences while relating back to the general population. JyellowL makes his intentions clear in the first track of the EP ‘Falling’ by saying “let it be clear im not here to scare I’m here to enlighten”. He has made his intentions for greatness and longevity clear and judging from his music JyellowL is on the right path.

Multi talented, multi genre artist Jafro brings a huge host of flavours to the table. Leicester based but of Scottish and Guyanese descent, Jafro manages to create a gratifying fusion sound – effortlessly tying together elements of Grime, Afrobeats and R&B and lacing them with his sultry vocals and raw rap style.

Jay0117 is a Bristolian artist who made a name from himself in the grime scene. He has performed all around the world. After tearing up Redbull’s ‘Grime’A’Side’ then going on to clash on the famous Lord of the mics Platform in London, Jay0117 has well and truly put Bristol grime back on the map. Jay0117’s showed versatility over the recent years, doing other genres of music including drum and bass and hip hop. Jay0117 owns a label called ‘Cheese&Bread Records’ – #Bristol2TheWorld.

“It is both necessary and impossible for nature to accept civilization”

London-based rapper Jay Silva, acquires his melodic tone from a heavy influence from artists such as Sean Paul and Akon. Born in Portugal, he moved to the United Kingdom at the young age of 9. Having attended school, he blended in well with his peers, and initiated his musical career by being a producer.
He decided to step it up a notch, by becoming an artist throughout the years. In October 2015, his breakthrough single ‘See Me Now’ would turn to be a viral record, which seriously took off Jay Silva’s career as a musician. Accompanied by singles such as ‘No Way’ and ‘One Time’
‘, Jay Silva remains one of the
UK’s most prolific artists, having integrated himself successfully with his querky-like music style and innovative flow.

From the outskirts of Manchester, living with his single mother and two brothers – Kinkai’s music reflects his witness to poverty, social, and various family issues. Taking influence from his Jamaican and Sierra Leonean roots, the rapper’s ear became attuned to a wide range of West African music, Reggae, Jazz, and Hip-Hop. Highly fascinated with his mother’s vinyl collection and the obsession with creating, he would eventually make his own. Originally gaining popularity via a Soundcloud freestyle atop Tom Misch’s ‘Windmills Of Your Mind’, hard work and persistence allowed for Kai to be found performing at Outlook Festival in Croatia as well as prominent stages in the UK. Such  demand saw Kai independently launch ‘Roll The Dice’ in 2017, before his sophomore release, ‘Mellow Mermaids and Malibu’, which fetched over a million streams online.

The 0161 resident releases his indisputable project “A Pennies Worth.” Meticulously produced by long time glue70, the album features Children of Zeus, [K S R] & Blue Lab Beats amongst others. Bandcamp described this LP as “an impressive collection of chill hip-hop tunes with breezy hooks and gorgeous, jazz-infused production” Due to his heartfelt discography, the witty wordsmith has attracted the likes of Majestic Casual and intends to take his music beyond the UK Shores! KinKai continues to carve his way as a bonafide gem of UK underground HipHop. With a rich sense of quality “A Pennies Worth’ is another priceless piece to the puzzle.