Six long years since her much-lauded debut, The Big Picture Izzi Dunn returns with an accomplished follow-up Cries & Smiles. The title derives from some of the highs and lows experienced by Izzi during the making of the album, which is also reflected in its varied subject matter.
Dunn has been described as a self-sufficient artist; an entirely correct appraisal. She has
The next generation of Grime spitters are privileged to have a handful of emcees whose blueprint to success has paid off in dividends. Dizzee Rascal’s mainstay at the peak of the charts and Tinchy Stryder's status as a record selling artist have been heralded by both the wider audience and the underground communities – due to the financial gains they have received from their success.
Standing tall as many critics' choice emcee however is Kano; East London born, akin to Tinchy and Dizzee, but has won praise for keeping his sound predominantly enriched in a murkier sound, even when exploring different directions. With a back catalogue labelled "Genius," "Underrated" and "Pure" across his three albums to date, Method To The Maadness aims to further compound the positive responses of critics - ranging from the Fleet Street bigwigs to Grime Forum’s hardcore following.