Fred Garratt-Stanley, Author at NME

Kwengface is crafting a new lane outside the confines of UK drill

Fresh out of prison, the south London rapper's voice is clearer and more socially conscious than ever

Kae Tempest – ‘Self Titled’ review: an inspiring reflection on identity and self-discovery

The award-winning poet and rapper's fifth studio album is a beefy, self-assured celebration of newfound identity

LeoStayTrill – ‘Home Alone’ review: a moody and measured blend of UK drill and Afrobeat influences

The UK rapper's debut EP exhibits a powerful grasp of rhythm and texture, and varied vocal deliveries that show he's studied his craft

Sam Akpro – ‘Evenfall’ review: a captivatingly eerie debut

The experimental songwriter takes listeners meandering down the dark alleyways of south London with a deep, hypnotising moodiness

Finn Foxell: West London’s underground staple is finding hope in chaos

The Elevation Meditation member and rapper harnesses the power of indie rock to reflect on his new relationship with family on debut album ‘Mamas Boy’

“They can’t ignore you forever”: Dubliner Travy is driving Irish rap into the future

Fresh off his Number One mixtape ‘Spooky’, Travy speaks to NME about the challenges of being an Irish rapper – and how much he’s achieved despite these barriers

Michael Kiwanuka – ‘Small Changes’ review: a homely, life-affirming listen

The British singer's fourth album smothers you in a warm blanket of heartfelt soul music

Tyler, The Creator – ‘Chromakopia’ review: a landscape of chaos that reflects his own psychological conflict

The trail of crumbs dropped before the release of Tyler, The Creator's new album 'Chromakopia' indicated a clear direction, centred around a new alter-ego....

Jordan Adetunji: “In 2025, I’m looking to take over straight away”

Riding on the wave of viral hit ‘Kehlani’, the Northern Irish vocalist is bringing his alternative R&B sound to audiences across the world

Love supreme: Berwyn speaks his truth

The Trinidad-born, Romford-raised artist’s debut album documents the complicated process of rising above trauma and darkness with unapologetic love