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Braintax – The Final Chapter (Mar 12, 2008)
Necro (Nov 26, 2007)
Asher D (Nov 18, 2007)
Cappo (Sep 10, 2007)
Durrty Goodz (Sep 10, 2007)
Jehst (Aug 29, 2007)
Chester P (Aug 21, 2007)
Warrior Queen (Jul 09, 2007)
GoldieLocks (Jun 17, 2007)
Aftershock (May 06, 2007)
Tinchy Stryder (Apr 10, 2007)
Mark Ronson (Apr 03, 2007)
Chain Of Command (Mar 24, 2007)
Caspa (Mar 13, 2007)
Lethal Bizzle (Mar 09, 2007)

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209 (Dec, 2004) An in-depth conversation on all sorts, including the mans immense interest in movies and their music, equipment, John Peel, the link between the music and memory and a Vernon Kay ...

>aRRO (Jun, 2004) The beatboxer/rapper talks about how it all began, what he hopes to happen next, his current and fantastic EP and the hindrance of being of an independent nature. First off, can ...

A-Alikes (Jan, 2006) Check out this chat with Dead Prez affiliates A-Alikes, talking about their past and forthcoming material, linking with the UK's Baby J, performing live, the state of the industry and ...

A-Love (Nov, 2004) The Australian MC talks about the scene in her country, her style, what projects she's done and is working on, and how she came to feature on the new Evil ...

Acarine (Jul, 2004) Alex of the promising new double act chats about performing at Glastonbury, the forthcoming album, the struggle of getting exposure and the powers that be misunderstanding it all The Glade Stage ...

Access Immortal (Apr, 2005) The New York rapper drops by to talk about what he's released, what producers he works with, his label, current release and touring. Who is Access Immortal and what's the thinking ...

Afrosaxon (Nov, 2004) Check out this short chat with Afrosaxon in which they talk on the vibe of their debut album, the views of the UK hip-hop scene and the interesting and educational ...

Aftershock (May, 2007) Dane Bradshaw chats with Terror Danjah and Loudmouth about the Aftershock crew's new album 'Shock To The Sytem', the Grime scene in general and politics at 679! Tell us about ‘Shock ...

Ahmos (Jul, 2005) Check out an extensive interview with the rapper and producer, about his forthcoming EP, touring, his influences and artist friends, his name and lots more. Please introduce yourself to our readers. Yes,yes. ...

Akala (Jul, 2006) We caught some brief words with Akala, an artist with serious work ethic who's been grabbig lots of attention of late, to find out about his recent album and new ...

Akira The Don (May, 2006) Remember when artists had character, stood out and entertained? This guy certainly does, so we talked to him about his 15 mixtapes, being signed to Interscope, the UK scene and ...

Alex Blood (Mar, 2006) We caught up with the Derby artist to find out what he's been up to since first being featured on the site as part of the Deprogrammed Productions crew. What's your ...

Anticon (Jan, 2005) A chat between Matt Grant and Anticon's Baillie about all sorts of stuff. There's questions answered about the label, creative control, aims, motivations and the future. The West Coast based ...

Apa-Tight (Mar, 2006) The dope producer who's cooked beats for Jack Flash, Asaviour, Jehst and many more, chats to us about the Groundwurq crew and lots more. Don't sleep on this promising beatsmith. Please ...

Apocraphe (Aug, 2004) The Main Rock Records owner and artists talks in great detail about his political concept album in the making, the scenes reaction to his debut EP release and industry politics ...

Arabesque (Dec, 2005) Sin Nombre's new signing tells us what releases he's dropped, his music style, why he chose to sign with a UK label and his album 'The Frenzy Of Renown'. Could you ...

Asaviour (Sep, 2005) Asaviour gives Rapnews the exclusive scoop on what we can expect from his forthcoming album 'The Borrowed Ladder' and talks about his inspirations, touring, labels and the scene. What part of ...

Asher D (Nov, 2007) We grabbed a quick chat with Asher D to find out what projects he's been working on, including a film produced by The Matrix makers and a new mix CD ...

Aspects (Jun, 2003) All the gossip on the forthcoming album from the group, including their line up change and moving record labels. What have the group been up to since the first album dropped ...

Atypical (Jun, 2005) The New York rapper talks about his debut album, his project in the works, performing live and how his local hip-hop scene has changed post 9.11 Who are you and where ...

Ay Cee (Nov, 2004) It was recently brought to my attention that most people don't no shit about the Irish hip-hop scene so I did some rummaging around and threw some questions this guys ...

Baby J (Jul, 2004) Mark talks with the producer behind one of the singles of the year, I'll Be Suprised, and some unreleased Dead Prez gems about being white in the states and what's ...

Baby J (Dec, 2005) The Derby based producer talks about the sucess of his work with Skinnyman, the other projects he's dropped and the new album by Blade. First up, could you tell us how ...

Baby J (Jul, 2006) What's up J, how's life treating you? Well, I can't complain. Whatever I could moan about, life'S definitely been worse, ya feel me! How did you feel your FTP album was received? For ...

Bare Records: Rob (Apr, 2005) The Bare Records shop and label owner talks us through what releases have dropped, what's coming up, what he makes of the promo's he's sent and what labels he rates. First ...

Baron Samedi (Apr, 2006) We caught up with Main Rock Records artist Baron Samedi, to chat about his name, previous releases, forthcoming projects and what he makes about the UK scene at the moment. First ...

Bashy (Feb, 2007) We had words with Bashy ahead of his long awaited mix CD 'Chupa Chups; Assorted Flavours'. Read his thoughts on labels, the UK scene, his influences, Akira The Don's hair ...

Beat Butcha (May, 2006) He's produced for heavyweight artists such as Kyza, Braintax, Roots Manuva and Jehst, so we thought it right to chat with him, about equipment, past and future projects, and tons ...

Ben Long (Jul, 2004) The exciting and original artist took time out to explain what it is he does, why he does it, its relation to graffiti and the art world as a whole ...

Big Narstie (Dec, 2006) Here's a guy that's been impressing us with his mix CD's for quite a while now. Straight out of Brixton, Narstie's quickly becoming the one to watch in the world ...

Blade (Apr, 2004) One of the most satisfying interviews I've done, in which the UK rap legend talks about Storms Are Brewing, producing a record by yourself, talking politics and European prostitutes. Blade ...

Blade (Jan, 2006) Ahead of his new album and its very exciting launch party, we hooked up with UK hiphop legend Blade, to talk about the new material, the industry and more! What's up ...

Blak Twang (Nov, 2005) Ben Spurr has a quick chat with a legend of UK hiphop to talk about past, present and future material, plus footy! In 1996 Blak Twang became the first UK artist ...

Blaktrix (Nov, 2005) Ahead of dropping his 'Trust' EP, Blaktrix spoke to us extensively about where he's from, what he's doing, what the future holds and tons more, including inspirations, the scene and ...

Blind Alphabetz (Jun, 2006) We caught some words with the latest signing to Silent Soundz to talk about how they hooked up, their forthcoming projects, artists they're feeling and the ins and outs of ...

Blockhead (Mar, 2005) One half of Def Jux's Party Fun Action Committee, and Ninja Tunes artist Blockhead talks on the equipment he uses, what he's released, working with Aesop Rock and touring. First up, ...

Blufoot (Jun, 2005) One of the UK’s finest producers and DJs, Blufoot was kind enough to stop by and answer a few questions for us on his new LP, beats from back in ...

Braille (Aug, 2004) A talk with Poland born Braille about his thoughts on the UK scene, why he likes touring, what took so long for him to release his latest album and how ...

Braintax (Jun, 2003) Blessing the site with its first ever interview, the Low Life Records artist talks about his influences, his plans for the future, what other labels he is feeling and the ...

Braintax (Sep, 2006) Jeez, we treat you lot well. Here's another Rapnews exclusive. Come check out a fresh new chat with Braintax about his best work to date, his highly anticipated second album ...

Braintax – The Final Chapter (Mar, 2008) In another exclusive interview and the last Rapnews update, Braintax talks about his final album, his decision to call it a day, the shutting down of Lowlife Recods and working ...

Brian Coleman: Rakim Told Me (May, 2005) We spoke to Brian Coleman about his new book, the golden era of rap and hiphop media online. When did you first start out as a hip-hop scribe and what are ...

Buck 65 (Aug, 2004) A quick Q&A's with the one they call Buck. His brief take on the Canadian hip-hop scene, some UK gig dates + hardware and how to fund it. Not to ...

C-Mone (Oct, 2004) I'm only familiar with two female UK MC's. One's currently doing the Americanized thing and getting awards, chart positions and radio airplay. The other has just dropped a dope new ...

Cafe Recordings (Jan, 2004) How it all began, who's a part of the team, what releases they have coming up, what they're playing in the office and the elements of hip-hop When, where and ...

Cage (Aug, 2005) John Spiers talks with Cage about his hot new album out on Def Jux, developing as an artist, getting political and authority figures. If you have heard of Cage you probably ...

Canteen Records (May, 2004) A short Q&A's profiling the UK label home to records from BIAS, YunGun, Lewis Parker and a fantastic logo When was Canteen Records formed and who by? Canteen Records was set up ...

Cappo (Apr, 2006) Rapnews gave up trying to track down one of our favourite rappers, so we left it to the HHB Radio crew to do the work. Check out the audio of ...

Cappo (Sep, 2007) By far our most favourite UK rap artist of all time took time out from recording his next LP to tell us what the new mixtape's like, what fans have ...

Caramac (Oct, 2005) The UK producer of such artists as Sway, Kyza and Lowkey talks to Rapnews about getting into production, equipment, releases he's been a part of, projects in the pipeline and ...

Caspa (Mar, 2007) The film crazy Dubstep producer tells us about his releases, material on it's way, the equipment he uses, the scene, playing live and more. Check 'For The Kids' now. It's ...

Cassell (Nov, 2006) Strange for a genre all about beats, drummers in hiphop get ignored, unless their name's Questlove. Anna Nathanson caught up with Plan B and Akala drummer Cassell to see what's ...

Chain Of Command (Mar, 2007) Here's a fresh interview with the opinionated crew from London, ahead of their EP release 'Rogue State'. The guys talk about forming, recording, thinking and a whole lot more. Introduce yourselves ...

Chester Copperpot (Jul, 2004) The producer out of Chicago who's mates with Braintax and is eyeing the UK's top names for collaborations spared a minute to chat with Mark on a few things. How ...

Chester P (Aug, 2007) We caught words with Task Force's Chester P to find out about his forthcoming debut album, what took so long, the Wordsmith situation and lots more. Check it out. What's up ...

Chu (May, 2005) Keen to cover all aspects of hip-hop culture, we caught up with graffiti head Chu to talk about getting into graff and tons more Where are ya from and when did ...

Clarity (Dec, 2005) Ahead of his dope new 12" release, the SFDB artist talks about all sorts including his influences, style of music, producers and forthcoming projects. Check it out. Introduce yourself and tell ...

CLG (Feb, 2005) The rapper grants the site its 102nd interview to chat about a ton of stuff, including a track by track run through of his debut EP 'Streets, Demons and Fears', ...

Conrad Watts (Apr, 2006) The SFDB artist chats to us about his group Ugly Heroes, linking with the label and producer Secondson, his forthcoming projects, the UK scene and lots more. Introduce yourself to the ...

Conspicuous The Coroner (Jul, 2005) Ahead of his debut solo album, the Colony member talks about his EP, his forthcoming project, musical influences, production and more! For those living under rocks, could you introduce yourselve? Wassup people, ...

Conspiracy Radio (Oct, 2004) Conspiracy Radio is a newly formed internet radio station giving a ton of time and energy to the UK scene. Check out what Mr. Montana had to say about what ...

Coopz (Jan, 2005) An informative chat about roots, preferences and the debut album, including how he hooked up with Sam Fury, what topics the album talks about and which rappers and producers ...

Dabrye (Jun, 2006) The dope Detroit based producer chats to us about past projects and his new album 'Two/Three' which features tight performances by Jay Dee, Doom, Wildchild and many more. Come read. Who ...

Dap-C (Jun, 2005) Already a few dope releases into his career, the Newcastle born artist talks about his forthcoming projects, getting into hiphop, internet downloads, his NGU label and performing live. First up, who's ...

Dark Daze (Mar, 2006) The graffiti photographer talks at length about many aspects of the graffiti world and tells us all about his work, show and forthcoming projects. Read this thoughts and check out ...

Delegates Of Culture (Sep, 2004) Matt Grant hooked up with the crew to chat on their background, Cambridge, freestyling and future releases. Conducted in June. Having earned respect for their fine releases and energetic freestyle sessions, ...

Delta (Aug, 2006) This Australian rapper has just released an album with Mark B, one of the UK's most successful hiphop producers. We asked him about the album, touring, his country's scene and ...

Deprogrammed Productions (Jul, 2004) The crew spent a lot of time giving me some jam packed answers about releases past and present, being indy, the UK scene and production. First off, tell us a little ...

Dez Matic (May, 2005) Rapnews interviews another artist from 518 (NY) to talk about influences, past releases, future releases and live shows. What's your name and where are you based? Hi. My name is Dezin8ed or ...

Dirty Diggers (Mar, 2006) Pat Stash and Young Max spared some time to talk about how they met, their dope debut album 'Freakishly Strong', forthcoming projects and the UK's hiphop scene. First up, please introduce ...

Dizzy Dustin of Ugly Duckling (Jun, 2005) The Ugly Duckling rapper talks about touring the UK, his clothing company, his record label and forthcoming releases. He also drops an exclusive about the new group album! Wassup Dizzy. How's ...

DJ Excalibah (Jan, 2006) The Uk scene's dopest DJ talks about life after 1xtra, writing a hiphop flavoured play, his current and forthcoming releases and his tips for 2006. What have you been up to ...

DJ Fase (Aug, 2004) The man who worked with the incredible MC Abdominal way before we ever heard of Format talks about the re-release of the top notch EP 'Flowtation Device' and more. How long ...

DJ Glue (Jan, 2005) How to get your hands on his material, how the Indigenous crew got together, the Liverpool scene, working 9 to 5's, positive vibes and lots more, in a discussion with ...

DJ IQ (Jun, 2005) IQ talks on playing alongside Qbert and Premier, his mix CD's, his forthcoming debut album 'Brain Food' and the ManCan Music label. What are some of the first records and artists ...

DJ Maniphest (Jun, 2004) Sticking with the 'DJ who speaks with his hands', Maniphest gives us a short chat on amongst other things, his intentions for a certain someone to collaborate with Jehst! For ...

DJ Moodie (May, 2005) I talked to the man about the importance of mix tapes, how he got into DJing, his current album Construction Skillz and lots more. Check it out. What got you into ...

DJ Nu-Mark (May, 2006) Legendary crew Jurassic 5's producer / DJ Nu-Mark spared some time to tell us about their long awaited and anticipated new album, touring the UK, production and forthcoming solo projects. You ...

DJ Qbert (May, 2005) DJ Qbert is one of the most highly regarded names in hip-hop, both in and outside of the world of turntabalism. With a huge discography jammed with several classics, and ...

DJ Supreme (Jul, 2005) The legendery Hijack producer and DJ talks about getting into hiphop, his music releases, a forthcoming film, how the scene compares to back in the day, the state of the ...

DJ Vadim (Dec, 2003) Animation, cyber theft, shows, record collections, books and everything else you could possibly want to know. How did the name DJ Vadim come about and how long have you been ...

DJ Vlad (Mar, 2004) The American hip-hop mix ape king talks about his up and coming project, the blend between rock and rap music, online distribution, other DJ's he's feeling and hardware. You started ...

DJ Wonder (Oct, 2006) He's been Dizzee Rascal's tour DJ and was a founding member of the Roll Deep crew. Now DJ Wonder is about to drop his debut solo album. We asked him ...

DL Incognito (May, 2004) Curious to know more about the guy behind one of Channel U's best videos, I got hold of this Canadian rapper to find out what he was all about. For those ...

Doc Brown (Dec, 2004) Check out this interview with one of the best rappers in the UK scene right now. He talks on how he got into rap music, why the current mix tape ...

Doc Brown (Feb, 2006) Rapnews caught up with Doc Brown to find out what he's been up to since dropping the masterpiece 'The Document' and what's next for him and the Poisonous Poets crew. How ...

Downsyde (Sep, 2005) MC Optamus of the Australian group talks with Marcia Czerniak about performing live, success, the Aussie scene, and future projects. If you look into Australia’s music history, there has never been ...

Dr Syntax (Mar, 2006) The dope rapper from the Menagerie and Imagineers crews talks to us about all sorts including his views on the scene, his creative process and forthcoming releases. Check it out. Please ...

Dubbledge (Nov, 2005) The man blowing up on the scene talks about the many projects he's working on, the UK scene, choosing his artist name, influences and much more. A couple of months back ...

Durrty Goodz (Sep, 2007) We interview the most exciting rapper in the UK right now about his latest EP, his incredible flow, what artists he's feeling and his take on major labels and the ...

Dynamite MC (May, 2006) Here's an artist that's been holding it down for time, practicing the real definition of an M.C. We caught up with him to find out about his new album and ...

Eastborn (Feb, 2004) The past, the present and the future from the mind of the Sixth Swordsman of the Samuri's Apocalypse. When did you 1st start rapping seriously & which artists inspired this? A lot ...

Eighteen18 (Mar, 2006) 'Body Armour' offers an array of impressive production and lyrical efforts which haven't been heard at album length for some time. Missing in action vocalist Lexis drops some heavily personal ...

El-P (Aug, 2005) EL-P talks about past and future releases on Def Jux Records, his forthcoming album, backlash from the critics and lots more. El-P is eyeing my pack of Embassy's. "Can I bum ...

Elite Team Entertainment (Feb, 2006) Check out what one of the dopest UK crew's had to say about their background, past and future releases, the US Jump Off tour and a load more, in this, ...

Emmanuel aka C-Swing (Dec, 2005) C-Swing talks about his dope back catalogue and his forthcoming album, as well as his views on the music industry, linking with KRS One and tons more. For those that don't ...

English (Dec, 2005) For our twelfth interview of the month, we caught up with the up and coming rapper from East London to talk amongst other things, about the Jump Off battles and ...

Evil Ed (Feb, 2005) One of the scenes greatest beat makers talks on the release of his debut LP, what's in the works, who he'd like to work with, trying to organise live shows ...

Evil Ed (Oct, 2005) One of the UK's greatest talks on Janomi Records, the tons of projects he has in the pipeline, the state of UK hip-hop and roast dinners with jaffa cakes? Wassup. The ...

Example (Dec, 2005) One of the most exciting up and coming UK hiphop artists talks about the two releases under his belt, the forthcoming album, labels and tons more. Check it out! First off, ...

Example (May, 2006) We caught up with one of the UK's most promising new artists to talk about his debut album and writing style, getting signed to a major label and tons more. ...

Farma G (Feb, 2007) As half of Taskforce, Farma G has been responsible for some of the best UK rap music the country's ever heard. We caught up with him to find out what ...

Fat Club (Aug, 2004) I got sent the promo to their latest album last week, and I was keen to speak with the chaps behind the entertaining collection of tracks. A couple of e-mails ...

Final Element (Feb, 2006) We caught up with a guy who's been pushing his heavy CD's on the streets of London for years, to hear him talk on heroes, performing live, production and lots ...

Focused Few (Mar, 2006) One of the most refreshing UK hiphop outfits sat down to field our questions on their background, influences, performing live and what forthcoming projects are in the works. There's quite a ...

Foreign Beggars (Oct, 2005) John Spiers talks with the Foreign Beggars crew to get the scoop on what they've been up to and the forthcoming album. “We’re not going to do any wack shit. Everything ...

Fozzy (Nov, 2005) The young beat boxer talks about how he got started, performing live, beat boxing notation, forthcoming projects and more! First up, please tell our readers who you are, whatcha do and ...

Fugazi Rum (Sep, 2004) Group member Mosman took time out to answer Marks questions about the name of his group, a collaboration with Kope, Illegal Aid, new releases and what's next. What's the history ...

Genesis Ellijah (Dec, 2004) A chat with the man about his forthcoming album, its concepts, producers and title + his influences, label, live shows, how much of a struggle it was to get the ...

Ghost (Jun, 2005) The West London producer chats about his introduction to hiphop, releases so far, equipment, styles, artists and forthcoming material. Where in the UK are you from and what's the local hip-hop ...

Ghost (Mar, 2006) The dope producer gives us an extensive insight into his new album 'Seldom Seen Often Heard' from the sounds to the guests and artwork. Read all about it and what ...

Giant Panda (Feb, 2006) Group members Newman and Maanumental talk to Pidgeon to set us straight on a few important facts and give us their thoughts on the UK and our hiphop. Possibly the freshest ...

GoldieLocks (Jun, 2007) We chatted to Croydon's GoldieLocks to find out what she thinks of herself and others, how she came to remix Example and what she thinks of inflatable fashion statements. Good afternoon. ...

Gran Cassa (Sep, 2004) In June, Matt Grant talked to Gran Cassa about who they are and how they got started, their name, releases, instruments, touring and lots more. If you like the sound ...

Hansel The Unicorn (May, 2006) Feeling a bit leftfield, we had words with Highbury artist and Evil Ed label mate Hansel, to talk about influences, equipment, Eastenders and forthcoming projects. What's ya name and what's it ...

Hard Livin (Feb, 2005) Check out what the boys had to say on their 12" 'Oh Girl', the projects they've got coming out and their back story on where they're from and how they ...

Headzache (Jul, 2005) JaiMez and Ennicee talk about how they met, the UK hip-hop scene, independant music, tramp piss, terrorism, forthcoming projects and lots more. Who are Headzache and where are you guys based? ...

Hilltop Hoods (Sep, 2004) Matt Grant talks to Hilltop Hoods, who in most peoples opinion are the leading hip-hop act down under. Check out what they had to say about their country's scene, their ...

Humarak D Gritty (Sep, 2006) We catch up with Cardiff's number one rapper to find out what's the deal with his name, what he's released so far and what records and dates are in the ...

Huntkillbury Finn (Sep, 2005) HKB Finn talks extensively about sound, his current and forthcoming projects, touring, majors V indys, inspirations, artists he's feeling and more. For those that don't know, please introduce yourself? Greetings, my name ...

Hype (Feb, 2005) I caught up for a chat with the Scottish geeza about the latest release he enjoyed, what he hopes to release in the future, the scene up his way and ...

ICM Records (May, 2005) Get the lowdown on a cool record label from Canada and their new compilation, Facts Of War. When was ICM records formed and what do the three Letters stand for? ICM (the ...

Ill Bill (Feb, 2005) Topical Tyrant threw some questions Ill Bill's way, on a ton of subjects including how his place of birth influences him, the latest album 'What's Wrong With Bill?', what projects ...

Ill Seer (Jan, 2005) The Delegates of Culture member from Toronto has a chat with Matt Grant on how he would describe his hip-hop, what he's working on at the moment, what's going on ...

Illus (Oct, 2003) The funky cartoonist and rapper drops some science about what he's released, what he's planning on releasing, production, influences, politics and touring. Illus is a name I've been hearing all over ...

Immortal Technique (Aug, 2004) One of the most highly regarded underground acts takes time out to answer a few questions about what he's been up to so far, and what he's got planned. How ...

Infallible (Sep, 2004) The australian rapper talks here about where us UK folk can get OZ rap, the sound of the country's hip-hop, what he's released so far and why he's called what ...

Infinite Livez (Jun, 2004) The man behind the fantastic Bush Meat album lets us in on what Barry Convex is working on, what his best album art is, his attitude towards the UK scene ...

Insane Macbeth (Jun, 2005) The producer reflects on the UK scene past and present, talks about his discography, tells us about forthcoming projects and lots more. First up, can you start by introducing yourself to ...

Iron Bridge (May, 2004) Want to know about the line-up, origins, production, what's in the pipe line and a twisted fascination in freaks and midgets? Look inside. For the newbies, who is Iron Bridge? Iron ...

J-Zone (Aug, 2004) Check out how J-Zone hooked up with the UK's finest, what he's done and what he's going to do and what calms him down after a sitting of MTV Cribs. ...

J-Zone (Jan, 2005) In his second appearance for the sites interview section, J Zone talks with Matt Grant who fires questions his way about the difference between a rapper and an MC, how ...

J. Period (Jan, 2006) We caught words with the only mixtape DJ you need be checking out at the moment, to talk about his critically accalimed 'Best Of' series and his field of hiphop ...

Jabba The Kut (Oct, 2004) Check out this very informative Q&A's on current and future releases, catering to an artists request for a beat, the UK scene, what's going down in Bournemouth and more! Wassup, introduce ...

Jaimez (Nov, 2004) I caught up with the producer of, amongst other things, the new Jibbarish 12" release. He talks on studio's, the scene, what he's done and what he's planning and ...

Jalporte (Apr, 2006) It's been a while since we spoke. so we caught up with the Midlands artist to talk about his debut EP, the Deprogrammed Productions crew, performing, the net and lots ...

Jehst (Sep, 2003) Okay, so this is hardly an interview. But being as talented and as in demand as this guy must put a limit to how much promo time is available. Still, ...

Jehst (Jun, 2006) Ahead of his heavy new release, the much celebrated artist and producer talks to us about his recent album, juggling rapping and beat making, Sir Smurf Little and much more. What's ...

Jehst (Aug, 2007) The high plains drifter sat down to answer our questions about new project 'The Mengi Bus', how the next LP is shaping up, his thoughts on the scene and whether ...

Jibbarish (Nov, 2004) Jibbarish of the Iron Bridge crew talks about his current 12" release, the tons of projects in the pipeline, working as a solo artist and what producers he's been using ...

Jme (Nov, 2006) Introducing one of the most exciting artists in Grime. His t-shirts, rapping and producing is sick, so we caught up with him to talk about the usual stuff and his ...

Joey Beats (Jan, 2005) The man behind the production of Non-Prophets tells us how he came up with his name, the equipment he uses, creativity and what creates a great beat. Check it out. OK, ...

Johnny ‘Juice’ Rosado (May, 2005) Check out this chat with the Public Enemy producer about how he hooked up with the group, what equipment he uses, forthcoming projects and inspirations. First up, could you give our ...

Joker Starr (Feb, 2006) If you haven't heard of this guy yet, don't worry because you will by the end of the year. Check out his answers to questions on the Uk scene, his ...

Justice For Jean (May, 2006) Jean Charles de Menezes was a Brazilian living in south London. On the 22nd of July 2005, he was shot by police eight times, seven in the head. A day ...

Kam (Oct, 2005) DJ and producer Kam spared us some time to talk about some of the records he's dropped, his recent Lowlife mix CD, and forthcoming projects. First up, can ya introduce yourselves ...

Kano (Nov, 2005) Ben Spurr has a quick chat with Kano about exposure, New York, planning for the future, touring, video's and more. And there's no 'Are you hiphop or grime?' Is Rapnews ...

Kashmere The Iguana Man (Jul, 2006) We asked one of the most interesting artists we've ever featured on Rapnews, tons of questions about his past releases and forthcoming album. Check out the very entertaining answers. Please introduce ...

Keith Lawrence (Jul, 2006) The much respected DJ and producer fields Rapnews questions about his musical background, the releases past and present, his residences, label and how he rates the scene. First of all, please ...

Kero One (Feb, 2006) Read up on what the man behind the extremely dope 'The Windmills Of My Soul' LP had to say about his back catalogue, touring, producing and loads more. For those that ...

Kid Acne (May, 2005) The musician and graffiti writer fielded questions about his relationship with hiphop, the records he's most fond of and what projects are in the works. When was your first taste of ...

Kids In Tracksuits (Sep, 2006) We caught up with the Nottingham duo to talk about boy bands from the nineties and shellsuits. Oh, and we also chatted about their background, creative process and great new ...

Kidz In The Hall (Nov, 2006) Here's a chat with a duo which look set to put Rawkus back on the hiphop map in a big way. Producer Double-O and MC Naledge talk about hooking up, ...

Killa Kella (Feb, 2007) We had a chat with the UK's most creative and high profile beatboxing talent Killa Kella. He talks about his new single 'Reveal Your Inner Self' and where's left to ...

Klashnekoff (Feb, 2007) One of the UK's most popular rappers spoke to us about where he's at, how the recording for his highly anticipated new album went, Terra Firma and the deal with ...

Kool Keith (Jul, 2006) Of his recent album 'NOGATCO', Kool Keith says it's good and alienized, and that it's the result of research with Iz-Real. He thinks the press coverage has been different and ...

Kung Fu (Mar, 2006) Check out what Leo of Kung Fu had to say about London's dopest jam and win tickets to the Kung Fu birthday bash with performances by The Boot Camp Click, ...

Kyza (Sep, 2006) Hitting you with another exclusive, we chatted to one of the UK's greats, Kyza, to talk about his highly anticipated debut album 'The Experience. We've even got the world's first ...

L Dot Man (Aug, 2006) It's not often you come across a new artist with so much potential. After hearing his two mix CDs, we had to throw questions over to L Man. Check it ...

Layla (Sep, 2005) Big Daddy Bodine talks with Australian rapper Layla about her album Heretik, the Australian scene, topics she raps on, producing the album, comparisons between the UK and Australian scene, and ...

Lazy Habits (May, 2005) Lazy Habits took time out for this extensive interview covering their set up, releases, live shows and plans for the future. First up, could you introduce yourself to our readers who ...

Lethal Bizzle (Mar, 2007) We spoke to one of grime's most successful rappers, Lethal Bizzle. The artist dropped knowledge on his forthcoming album, the state of the scene and David Cameron's treatment of rap. ...

Lightheaded (Jul, 2006) Group member Braille chats to us about how the Portland crew hooked up, their past and future albums, touring the world, their creative process and religion. Check it out. Please introduce ...

Logan Sama (Jun, 2006) For those not familiar with Grime music and its scene, it can be pretty hard working out who's who and what's what. A good start would be to check out ...

Longshot (Jul, 2004) Mark chats to the incredible Chicago rapper about growing up in a big family, poetry, working with Moleman and mix tapes. For those who don't, can you tell us a little ...

Loudmouth (May, 2006) Loudmouth has been tearing up 1Xtra with his single 'Name Drop'. He's also made a massive appearance on Professor Green's mixtape 'Lecture' with a track called 'Without Trying'. With his ...

Lowkey (Jul, 2004) The young talented artist talks about the track that created a buzz around his music, the first volume of 'Key To The Game' and who he feels is holding it ...

Manage (Sep, 2006) Having just released the heavy LP 'Live In Protest', we thought it right to find out more about the New Cross artist that they call Manage. He talked about the ...

Mark Ronson (Apr, 2007) We spoke to the man behind the recent success of Amy Winehouse and Lily Allen to talk about his new album 'Version', Christmas with Saigon and what the future holds. ...

Marvin The Martian (May, 2006) This fresh new artist from south London has already got a deal with Universal, with just mixtapes to his name. Check out what he had to say about that, his ...

Masia One (Sep, 2004) Matt Grant treats the site with an interview with the Canadian talent about her album, Toronto, accents and lots lots more! I was introduced to Masia by her manager, Jesse ...

MC Abdominal (Jun, 2003) Soon after hearing the guy for the first time at a Jurassic 5 gig, I chatted with the extremely talented and amazingly entertaining Canadian MC about all sorts. A lot ...

Mc Abdominal (Apr, 2005) One of the first artists to ever feature on this site takes time out from touring to answer some catch up questions. All set for another thousand UK shows with DJ ...

Mentalist (Sep, 2006) Dane Bradshaw gets us up to speed on new artist Mentalist, who's been getting shown love lately on 1xtra and Choice FM as part of the Resistance duo alongside Loudmouth. One ...

Messiah J & The Expert (Dec, 2004) A very quick run through of the standard 'who are you and what do you do?' questions with Irish rapper/producer duo Messiah J and The Expert First off, could you ...

Mic Assassin (Apr, 2005) When I saw Mic Assassin supporting Tommy Evans at a Kung Fu gig, I immediatly knew that he'd be putting out some dope hiphop. He had the crowd hyped, and ...

Micall Parknsun (Jan, 2006) We caught words with the man behind the dope new album 'The Working Class Dad' about the tracks, his background, the future and tons more. First up, about your name. Are ...

Mikey-T (Jan, 2006) Mikey-T took some time out to give us an insight into what he's about, including his influences, past and future releases, labels and exposure. For those that aren't familiar with Mikey-T, ...

Mister Lacey (Nov, 2006) We caught up with who you'll know best as John The White Rapper, to look back on his record deal with Sony Music, the material he did then, his critics, ...

Moorish Delta 7 (Dec, 2005) Cipher of the rarely talked about Birmingham crew, speaks on the releases they've dropped and what's planned for the forthcoming year. How long have you guys been rapping together as a ...

Mr Jaes (Jul, 2005) Mr Jaes talks about what he's released up to now, his latest 12" and the forthcoming projects at Cafe Recordings, working with new MC's, equipment and inspirations. How come's the change ...

Mr Len (Jul, 2004) The ex Company Flow rapper talks about what he's done since the split, what's coming up and Dummysmacks... After the split of company Flow you've seemed very busy. What projects have ...

Mr Lif (May, 2006) The Def Jux artist was in town to promote his new album 'Mo' Mega' so John Spiers caught up with him to talk in depth about some of the tracks ...

Mr Thing (May, 2006) This dude's produced tons of crowd favourites and it sounds like he'll keep doing that for a long time to come. He spared us some time to chat about new ...

Mudmowth (Feb, 2005) Read up on this dude's responses to the tons of questions I threw his way. Get the latest on his 15 year long prison Inmate of a mother and find ...

Mystro (Feb, 2006) His EP's been out for over a year but it still stands as one of the most entertaining releases about. Here's what the man had to say about his crew, ...

N-Type (Oct, 2006) Continuing our adventures into the world of Dubstep, Rapnews sent over questions to DJ and producer N-Type, to find out what he's released, projects on their way and the scene. What's ...

Neanderthal Youth (Feb, 2005) Surely you're thing if you like Ugly Duckling or the Beasties. That's not to say they're simply a clone though. Read up on this dope 3 man crew from New ...

Necro (Oct, 2003) The charming and busy young man spares some time to talk about another white shock rapper, his discography and porn. Necro, Thanks for coming through for an interview. Having searched around ...

Necro (Sep, 2004) In this sites second interview with this artist, Matt Grant talks with him about his style, the rewards he gets from what he does, workload, motivations inspirations and the question ...

Necro (Nov, 2007) Famed for his extreme lyrical content, Necro has built up a cult following around the world and impressed many with his genius word play and on point production. Yet despite ...

New Flesh (Jun, 2006) Here's a quick Q&A with Big Dada Recordings group New Flesh, who chat about their previous projects, the new album 'Universally Dirty' and the state of the UK music scene ...

Newham Generals (Sep, 2006) The Newham Generals are back! After a self-imposed hiatus that has quite frankly gone on for far too long, they have returned and are about to unleash two new mixtapes ...

Nick Toth (Sep, 2004) Mr Grant talked to the Sydney based DJ of ten years in June about genres, working with the UK's Mystro, linguistics, and touring. The hearsay that hip-hop down under is ...

Nikesh Shukla (Nov, 2004) Have a butchers at the mans thoughts on his current release, future projects, writing and doing interviews for ukhh.com, production, performing live and more. When did you start work on ...

Nine High (Jan, 2006) Check out this extensive chat with the Nine High crew, talking about their past and future projects, performing live and tons more. First up, please introduce yourselves and tell us how ...

Non Conformists (Jan, 2005) The Brighton trio talk about how they got together, what they do and don't conform to, what they think about the elements of hiphop, material they're currently working on and ...

Non Thespian (Jan, 2005) Mr Grant talks with group member and britishhiphop.com owner Dwyz about how the group came together, their album 'Prevalent Evil', the group's evolution, the scene in Nottingham and supporting states ...

Northern Dialect (Apr, 2005) Chattabox of the North Eastern crew chats about who they are, where they're from, what's released and what's in the pipe line. First up, can you tell us who Northern Dialect ...

Nucleuz (Aug, 2004) The young up and coming MC talks about future releases, influences and his style of rhyme. Oh, and collaborations with Aspects and Blade. Introduce yourself to your public. Alright people, the name's ...

Obese Records: Bias B (Jul, 2004) I had a chat with Bias B from Obese Records of Australia to find out what their scene was saying and who we should know about from down under. First ...

Optimas Prime (May, 2006) Ceri Beavan provides a comprehensive profile of the Bristol crew from their first releases to what they're working on bringing out now. Ride this chronological journey now. Optimas Prime started their ...

P.A.C (Dec, 2005) As long term fans and supporters of Cafe Recordings and their artists, Rapnews caught up with P.A.C to hear him speak extensively on his new E.P and lots more. Please introduce ...

Panzah Zandahz (Mar, 2005) Have a read with someone who's about to drop a record which to me, is the most exciting release to come out of hiphop in a minute. Who's cooler, ET ...

Pedigree Chumps (Mar, 2005) The Manchester based crew talk about how they got together, past and present projects, dogging, drinking and tons more. For the newbies, how long have you been making hiphop and what ...

Pentalk (Jul, 2004) An informative conversation between Mark and group member Winchester about the process of recording, what material's coming our way and juggling family life with music. Where has Pentalk been over ...

People Under The Stairs: Thes (Apr, 2005) Things have been a bit quiet in the People Under The Stairs camp for some time. It’s been three years since Thes One and Double K dropped an album, ...

Phuturehype (Jan, 2006) We caught up with Denise from Phuturehype to find out about the Female MC Competition she's organising and her views on how female artists are treated in the scene. Please introduce ...

Pitman (Aug, 2004) Possible songs to cover in the future, the art of dunking biscuits and how hiphop is in 2004. The most underground (literally) UK MC gets in touch to share with ...

Plastician (Oct, 2006) Not heard this guys beats? Where have you been? For some time now, he's been putting out some of the most exciting tunes around. We caught up with him to ...

Princess Superstar (May, 2005) Ahead of her forthcoming concept album, I managed to ask tons of questions to the busy lady. Here's responses to the one's she had time to respond to.. Could you start ...

Professor Green (Jan, 2007) Kicking off 007 as we mean to go on, here's the first of many interviews with exciting artists that actually deserve attention. We chatted to Pro Green to find out ...

Professor Griff (Oct, 2004) If you know anything about hip-hop you'll know about Public Enemy, and most probably one of the crews members, Mr Griff, Minister of Information. If you've been to a live ...

Promethean Foundation (Jun, 2004) The two young, focused and enthusiastic MC's Truth and Paradox come through with an in-depth and informative chat touching upon just about everything! It was a warm summers day and ...

Psycho Realm (Jul, 2004) New contributor Mark asks the LA boys about their beginnings, linking up with B Real of Cypress Hill and what's in stores for listeners of 'A War Story Book 2'. So ...

Qboy (Aug, 2004) Background info on his influences and getting started in music, views on profanity and marketing and opinions on selling points and gimmicks. Which artists have inspired you to become a ...

Ralph Rip Shit (Oct, 2006) Fans of Associated Minds since day one, we wet our pants on hearing that this guy was dropping a solo release. We made sure we sent questions his way, to ...

Ramson Badbones (Jun, 2006) The Taskforce affiliate had a brief chat to us about his influences, the forthcoming mix CD and album, giving up battling, performing live and linking with Harry Love. Have a ...

Raph: ‘Behind The Beat’ (Nov, 2005) We caught up with the man who toured the world to visit the home studio's of many of the world's favourite producers for his great new photo book. Out on Gingko ...

Reptiles (Jul, 2004) The three blokes that are Reptile talk about releasing an EP for free on the internet, what they've got planned, their inspirations and production and graffiti. How many group members are ...

Respect BA (Apr, 2004) Building a solid and growing reputation by amongst other things, touring with Blade, the Scottish star talks music, performing, labels and the scene. It was late one evening whilst I ...

Reveal (Jan, 2005) The Poisonous Poets member talks us through everything from how he got into hip-hop and hooked up with his crew, to what material he's working on and what he's feeling ...

Rhyme Asylum (Oct, 2006) Max C caught up with the Rhyme Asylum collective for an extensive chat about their background, influences, EP and their thoughts on the UK scene's current state. Rhyme Asylum are what ...

Ric Branson (Dec, 2006) Otherwise known as Ricochet from Universal Soldiers, this guy's unique flow is simply amazing. Check what he had to say about past material and what release he's hanging up the ...

Rick Whispers (Mar, 2005) I've been fortunate enough recently to have discovered a group of artists out of New York, who are all dope, and all interesting to throw questions at. On checking out ...

Rising Son (Dec, 2005) The rapper talks on his name, music, that Nas tune, dissing Common, performing live and what forthcoming releases are on the way. Where in the UK are you from and what ...

Roysta (Nov, 2004) Following on from my chat with Ay Cee to offer this sites visitors a few lessons in what's going on over in Ireland in terms of hip-hop, I sent a ...

Ruffstylz (Nov, 2005) The Associated Minds artist talks about his new CD 'Lyrics', his rapping skills, films, the quality Cardiff scene and his freestyling world record. First up, where are you from and what's ...

Sage Francis (Jan, 2004) The crazy poet dude talks mullets, era's, labels and boxes, his bad AOI, Bob Dylan and the future. What were the most prolific pieces of art across any genre which ...

Salaam Remi (Oct, 2005) The US producer who's worked with The Fugees, Nas, Biz Markie and Doug E Fresh talks economically about past and future projects, UK grime, equipment, labels and more! First off, can ...

Salvo (May, 2004) A back and forth conversation with the promising rising star about intentions for the future, successes so far, the writing process and the 'Does UK hip-hop live in London?' debate. Salvo's ...

Same Brain Entertainment (Feb, 2007) The Same Brain Family got together to drop extensive answers to a heap of Rapnews questions. Read ahead to find out just about everything you could ever want to know ...

Sarah Love (May, 2006) Fresh from touring Oz, one of the UK's best hiphop DJs talked to us about how wack technology is, moving into production, digging, Kung Fu, and record crates more! First up, ...

Saul Williams (Aug, 2004) I was privileged enough to get the chance to ask one of my personal favourite writers and artists a few questions including details of his forthcoming album Are you much ...

Scorcher (Dec, 2006) Hell, none of the other sites seem to care about how long their interviews are, so why should we? Here's a to the point chat with a promising Grime artist, ...

Secondson (Feb, 2006) The incredible producer from Caerphilly talks passionately about everything from his occupation and the hiphop mindset to what projects are in the works. Lets kick off with an introduction. I’m Secondson. I ...

Sev Statik (Mar, 2005) Every so often I'm fortunate enough to come across an unfamiliar hip-hop artist who consistently delivers enjoyable hiphop. This time the guy I came across was this underground New York ...

Shlomo (May, 2005) Rapnews caught up with Foreign Beggars Beatboxer Shlomo to find out how he got into the verbal artform, working with the awesome Bjork and lots more. First up, how did you ...

Siino Clothing (Sep, 2006) Of the many clothing brands about, Siino remain one of the few to put serious efforts into their product whilst supporting artists and the hiphop scene. We asked them about ...

Sin Nombre Records: Ben Pedroche (Dec, 2005) The UK label's owner talks about the background of the label, what its name means, signing Arabesque and how to make your promo stand out. First up, can ya start by ...

Sir Smurf Little (Mar, 2006) Always first to bring you the best UK artists, we caught up with Sir Smurf to talk about the scene, his background and the highly anticipated debut album 'My Alpha' ...

Skinnyman (May, 2005) A short exchange between Martin and Skinnyman, about the rapper's involvement in the Love Music Hate Racism campaign and his attitudes towards those it opposes. Leeds-born rapper Skinnyman is the latest ...

Skitz (Apr, 2005) Dope producer and 1xtra Original Fever presenter answered some questions on how he ended up at the station, what projects he's got coming up and who he wants to work ...

Skrein (Dec, 2004) One of Undali's finest MC's answers questions on his 12" and album release, how he got into hip-hop and the UK scene, who he's feeling at the moment and what ...

Souljah Clique (May, 2005) Kelz and Trz talk about the Bristol music scene, their past and future releases, live shows, production and what artists they rate at the moment. First up, can you introduce yourself ...

Speech Defect (Nov, 2004) These guys are friendly, entertaining and sound cool. Check out this Q&A's with the best crew out of Sweden, who have put out a few releases now as well as ...

Stic.man of Dead Prez (Sep, 2005) One half of the Dead Prez duo talks about forthcoming projects, his new book, what music he's feeling, his talent competition and more. First up, what have you and M1 been ...

Stig Of Dump (Oct, 2006) Take a step into the mind of Stig Of Dump, currently one of the most interesting artists in the UK. Max C to the man about all sorts, from his ...

Stylah (Jun, 2005) The South East London rapper talks about a ton of things, including his introduction into rap music, getting a record deal, grime music and his forthcoming album. Stylah is a rapper ...

SuparNovar (Feb, 2006) The Mud Fam member talks to us about the UK hiphop scene, maintaining the culture's elements, past releases and his new mix CD 'Explosive Muzik 2'. First up, could you introduce ...

Supra (Jan, 2005) The man from Wolverhampton talks about Wolftown Records, up and coming releases, UK Runnings, gigs and lots more with interviewer Matt Grant. Hold tight for his chats with Late and ...

Swampfoot (Oct, 2005) The Lincoln lads talk about their EP, performing live, their local scene, influences, the backstory and more! First up, please introduce yourself to our readers. W: What's up Rap News? This is ...

Syer Barz (Jul, 2006) Here's an interview with the impressive up and coming Roll Deep crew member Syer Barz, of East London. He talks to us about his music and tight debut mix CD ...

Talib Kweli (May, 2006) We were privileged enough to ask some questions to this great artist. Find out what he had to say on touring the UK, his new label, forthcoming projects and writing ...

TB Tuberculosis (May, 2006) Always first to feature new artists, we did a Q&A with this East London rapper who talked to us amongst other things, about his releases so far, performing live and ...

TD3 Productions (Sep, 2004) Aiming to serve those who enjoy looking around to find hip-hop gems, Matt chatted with this US collective about who they are, what This ones especially for all those heads who ...

The Breaknecks (May, 2005) Ahead of their dope new EP, the guys talk about how they met, what they've released, who they rate and the internet. Who are The Breaknecks and where are ya from? RRS ...

The Cohorts (Mar, 2005) An informative chat with the westcountry crew about their releases, people they rate, how they formed, who came up with their name and slang. First up, can you tell us who ...

The Colony: Grimlok (Dec, 2004) The member of The Colony talks on their releases to date, what they've got planned as a group, the break down of all the solo projects coming out way plus ...

The Dark Craftsmen (Apr, 2005) These Southhampton based guys are set to release a dope album, so I threw some questions their way to find out more about them and their new project.. First up, who ...

The Foot Soldiers (Jul, 2005) The Notting Hill producer and Hackney rappers talk about how they formed, their new EP 'The Exercise', their sound, the UK scene and the future. How did The Foot Soldiers meet ...

The Impossebulls (Oct, 2003) The entire crew talk about having Chuck D as a mentor, their use of the internet, what made them want to do what they do and genres besides rap. When where ...

The Jezter (Feb, 2005) Check out this chat with the Brighton producer on what he's working on, his views on the scene, what equipment he uses and how he got into making beats and ...

The Last Skeptik (Mar, 2005) Check out the north London born rapper, producer, journalist and general hip hop head talk on his past and present releases, production methods, who he'd like to work with and ...

The Menagerie (Jul, 2005) The Menagerie crew break it down and talk on current and future projects, how they grouped, their inspirations, the UK and Brighton scene, and lots more. First up, could you introduce ...

The Phobia (Apr, 2005) I got the lowdown on a young and dope new crew on the UK hip-hop scene, finding out how they formed, what they've got coming up and a lot more.. Who's ...

The Planets (Jun, 2004) Background information, overseas collaborations, album covers, the new album, favourite CD's...It's all in here. The Planets, having recently released their new album 'The Epic' on Dyna-Mic-Records spared some time to ...

Therapist (Mar, 2006) We tracked down the final Poisonous Poets crew member to be interviewed on the site. See what he's got to say about the scene, his group, solo projects and garage ...

Tijuana Rap Sessions (Nov, 2005) Following the Rapnews summer holiday in Mexico, we find out what's up with one of the biggest and dopest Mexican hip-hop crews to come out of the country. It's not easy ...

Tinchy Stryder (Apr, 2007) He's one of the most exciting artists in the Grime scene right now, so we caught up with him to find out a little about his past and what we ...

Tommy Evans (Jul, 2003) One of my favourite MC's of any nation gives us a tour of North London, talks Roland Rat and tells us what we can expect from the forthcoming new material. How ...

Tony D (Nov, 2005) We caught up with the Poisonous Poets member to talk about his crew, future projects, inspirations, the BMG deal, the scene and lots more. First up, please introduce yourself to our ...

Tony Prince of DMC (Jul, 2005) Rapnews caught up with the top man at DMC to talk about the foundation's origins, their championships, the DJ scene, forthcoming DVDs and Books, equipment and tons more! For the simple ...

Tricksta (Jan, 2005) Have a look at what Tricksta has to say about, amongst other things, 1Xtra, Rago Magazine, gigs, current and future projects and bucket loads mo' It gives us great pleasure ...

Tricksta (Dec, 2005) The man with fingers in many pies talks about his publicity work, his UK Runnings mix CD's, the UK scene and his forthcoming projects. First up, tell everyone what you've been ...

Ty (Nov, 2006) Anna Nathanson caught up with the talented Ty to have a chat about his great new album 'Closer', being the hiphop version of Coldplay, money in the UK scene and ...

Ugly Duckling (Jun, 2006) Andy Cooper of the criminally underrated trio from LA, chats to us about the making of great new album 'Bang For The Buck', touring the world, doing concept albums and ...

Ugly Duckling: Dizzy Dustin (Jan, 2004) Dizzy spares a moment of his time to talk about the launch of meatshake branches in England, his favourite albums, new material and a whole lot more. What's been your ...

United Vibrations (Apr, 2004) A very short chat with Dougie of the exciting new live hip-hop outfit about their intentions, how they formed and their first EP Last summer some dudes hooked up and ...

V.E.X. (Aug, 2004) One album, two mix tapes and an EP into his music career, this guy is soon to drop his first 'professional' (you know, hmv style) album, and if his passion ...

Vee-Kay (Nov, 2004) One release under his belt and another nearing completion, I took the opportunity to talk with Vee Kay of Sin Nombre Records to discuss his forthcoming projects, how he felt ...

Verb T (Dec, 2005) The South London artist talks on everything from early influences and his latest release 'I'm Not That Guy' to the UK scene, future projects and more. First off, please introduce yourself ...

Verbal Threat (Apr, 2006) Read up on a great duo from the states who look set to do big things with their forthcoming debut album 'The Golden Era', featuring DJ Premier, Kool G Rap ...

Vex (Mar, 2004) A very promising young producer talks equipment, the time behind an average track, future intentions and who he'd like to have drop vocals on his sounds. This morning I enjoyed my ...

Vortex (Jun, 2006) We caught up with an exciting new grime artist from East London to chat about his influences, past and future projects, who's hot in the scene right now and how ...

W.O.R.D (Jan, 2005) Check out this Q&A's with two up and coming gentleman from Bristol. They've just completed a demo and are currently tipping their toes into the deep waters that is independent ...

Warrior Queen (Jul, 2007) Rapnews caught up with one of the most popular vocalists in Dubstep to find out how she ended up in the UK making music, what projects she's done so far, ...

Wendy Day (Jul, 2005) Wendy Day of Rap Coalition talks about why she founded it, its achievements, the mainstream V the underground and lots more. What was your first experience of hiphop and when did ...

Willo Wispa (Apr, 2006) Check out a quick Q&A we did with the last member of The Colony to be interviewed on Rapnews, to talk about who he is and what he's got planned. First ...

Wishya (Aug, 2004) A chat with the UK graffiti artist about what part of being a graff head he enjoys most, his opinion on the recent fuss in the media about graffiti and ...

Wolftown Records: Late and Tricksta (Jan, 2005) Tricksta and Late of Wolftown Records chat about the Wolftown Committee album, touring, the label's origins, and future releases. Once you've checked this, back track to the other recent interview ...

Wordsworth (Aug, 2004) Aware of this talented rapper for a number of years, I jumped at the chance to talk with him on literature, his MTV show, his influences, touring and his forthcoming ...

Wretch 32 (Jun, 2006) After hearing his heavy debut mixtape 'Learn From My Mixtape' we got hold of this North London Grime rapper to chat about his background, what he's done so far and ...

Wyt-Fang (Dec, 2004) This 20 something geeza is a member of Underground Alliance and owner of the Filthy Habits label and Headnod.co.uk shop! Have a look at his answers on questions about all ...

Yungun (Dec, 2006) One of the UK's most popular rappers had a chat with us about his influences, past and future projects, the UK hiphop and Grime scenes, label situations plus loads more! Who ...

Zero Theory (Oct, 2005) Rapnews tracked down the dope Nottingham beat maker to talk about where it all began, equipment, past and future projects and more. First up, please could you introduce yourself to our ...