Wordplay

More than a decade ago, a group of friends came together to create an underground graffiti magazine. As more people submitted their work and offered support, the foundation for what is now known as Wordplay began to take shape. Inspired by the culture of its audience and fueled by the passion of hip-hop and graffiti fans from the UK and other countries, Wordplay has expanded its focus to cover various aspects of hip-hop culture, as well as fashion and lifestyle from around the world.

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J.I.D - WRK (Single) — WORDPLAY

1 day ago | wordplaymagazine.com | Ed Lindsay

The song was first teased at Dreamville Festival earlier this month when J.I.D played it to packed crowds in Raleigh, N.C. with fans having already shared the snippet online feverishly. Though the Atlanta rapper has stayed busy with sold out tours and collaborations with Lil Yachty, Ab-Soul, NewJeans, Eminem and more — “WRK” is the first solo cut from J.I.D since the release of his critically acclaimed album, The Forever Story (Dreamville/Interscope Records, 2022).
Manga Saint Hilare - 140 WORLD PROBLEMS (Official Video) — WORDPLAY

1 day ago | wordplaymagazine.com | Ed Lindsay

Leading Grime artist Manga Saint Hilare releases surprise single ‘140 WORLD PROBLEMS’ following the deluxe editionof‘Everything Is Under Control’. His first solo release of the year re-confirms Manga’s position as a Grime heavyweight as he seamlessly shifts through the gears, providing his signature blend of avant-garde flows and lyrics to capture a euphoric sound.
FloFilz - Dim Down (EP) + 10 Interview — WORDPLAY

1 day ago | wordplaymagazine.com | Ed Lindsay

Acclaimed Berlin jazz-beat producer FloFilz continues his streak of high profile collaborations with leading voices from the UK soul, hip-hop & jazz crossover scene, teaming up with the likes of Kofi Stone, Kojey Radical, Jerome Thomas and Raelle for his new ‘Dim Down’ EP. Out now via Melting Pot Music, the EP continues a love affair with the UK scene that has already seen him collaborate with artists including Alfa Mist, Summers Sons, Blue Lab Beats and Lord Apex.
Rodina - We Go Out Of Our Way (Single) — WORDPLAY

2 days ago | wordplaymagazine.com | Ed Lindsay

An infectious and upbeat slice of funky soul-jazz aimed at the dancefloor…“We Go Out Of Our Way” starts with a catchy rhodes riff and soon gets going with punchy horns and a tight bass line, it’s the second single from Good Company, the new album dropping in June by Rodina, aka singer Aoife Hearst and keyboardist Joe Tatton (of The New Mastersounds).
Hector Plimmer ft: Andrew Ashong - New Knew (Single) — WORDPLAY

2 days ago | wordplaymagazine.com | Ed Lindsay

South London producer, drummer, and all-round sonic shapeshifter Hector Plimmer returns with “New Knew”, a radiant collaboration with British-Ghanaian artist Andrew Ashong. The track is a teaser from Plimmer’s forthcoming album Infinity Mirrors, set to drop on June 20th via his own imprint, Power in Comfort. “New Knew” unfolds in three movements—funky and rich with synth bass, floating into a dreamy middle section, before landing on a forward-moving Bossa groove.
M-Dot & Confidence ft: Big Shug + Royal Flush - Primavera (Single) — WORDPLAY

3 days ago | wordplaymagazine.com | Ed Lindsay

Acclaimed Boston artist M-Dot and celebrated producer Confidence join forces to deliver their latest single "Primavera," featuring legendary emcees Big Shug (Gangstarr Foundation) and the Flushing, Queens general himself, Royal Flush. The track showcases a masterful blend of golden-era hip-hop aesthetics with contemporary production values. The title "Primavera," Italian for "spring," fittingly represents a fresh season of creativity while paying homage to hip-hop's rich heritage.
WhyDee - Pronto (Official Video) — WORDPLAY

3 days ago | wordplaymagazine.com | Ed Lindsay

With ‘Pronto’, WhyDee captures the hunger, ambition, and relentless urgency that defines his generation. The track pulses with sleek, jazz-infused production while WhyDee’s razor-sharp wordplay balances confidence and aspiration without the negativity. Speaking about the track, he explains, “Pronto is about moving at the speed of life and what it takes to keep up with the grind.
Kam Boora - Sexy Drill (Official Video) — WORDPLAY

6 days ago | wordplaymagazine.com | Ed Lindsay

“Sexy Drill ain’t your typical drill track,” Kam shares. “I wanted to bring a different kinda energy — still got that grit, but with a smoother, sexy twist to it. It’s that late-night vibe, confident but calm. Just something you can feel, you get me? And this is just the start — the rest of the year’s lined up properly. I’ve got different sounds coming, showing that versatility is key.
Made.Allayne - Nothing For Free (Official Video) — WORDPLAY

6 days ago | wordplaymagazine.com | Ed Lindsay

Diving into the track, he explores, “‘Nothing for free’ channels the struggles and triumphs of pursuit. The journey is parallel to what I learned as an athlete growing up, through all the trials, you find a way to make it to your victory and along the way, each conquered obstacle becomes your badge of honor. This song speaks to turning your lows into highs. When you persevere, nobody can ever take your title.”Made.Allayne (pronounced Made-a-lane) is LA’s latest hip-hop innovator.
Reuben Aziz ft: Backroad Gee - me & me (Single) — WORDPLAY

1 week ago | wordplaymagazine.com | Ed Lindsay

Southampton-born, London-based genre-blender Reuben Aziz kicks off his next chapter with “me & me”, a moody, magnetic single featuring the fiery presence of UK rap mainstay Backroad Gee. Written during a time of personal isolation, “me & me” sees Reuben at his most honest—pairing raw lyricism with genre-defying production by nathan (known for Central Cee and Nemzzz’s “DILEMMA”). “The track always felt timeless to me,” Reuben shares.