Hip hop and R&B

B-Boys and G-Girls unite; here's an in-depth run down of the UK's vibrant hip hop and R&B scene, with everything from tour information on the likes of Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Mary J Blige and Frank Ocean up to reviews of the biggest albums both old and new.

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Live hip hop and R&B news

Want to know more about your favourite artists and event announcements? Our live hip hop and R&B music news section is crammed with news, interviews and features.

Manchester alt pop outfit Y.O.U.N.G set for Skiddle Instagram story takeover Featured event

Manchester alt pop outfit Y.O.U.N.G set for Skiddle Instagram story takeover

17th September 2018

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The art of the diss track Featured event

The art of the diss track

4th September 2018

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The legacy of Mobb Deep hits the UK for a tour Featured event

The legacy of Mobb Deep hits the UK for a tour

29th August 2018

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KRS-One visits the UK in 2019

KRS-One visits the UK in 2019

12th October 2018

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Watch Skiddle's interview with Y.O.U.N.G plus live performance

Watch Skiddle's interview with Y.O.U.N.G plus live performance

9th September 2018

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Chip announces intimate Manchester date

Chip announces intimate Manchester date

15th August 2018

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Six of the best: Rick Ross

Six of the best: Rick Ross

14th August 2018

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Arctic Monkeys amongst Mercury Prize 2018 shortlist

Arctic Monkeys amongst Mercury Prize 2018 shortlist

26th July 2018

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Sean Paul announces Manchester show - find out how to get tickets

Sean Paul announces Manchester show - find out how to get tickets

24th July 2018

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Hip hop and R&B Venues

We've plucked out the greatest venues from across the land for you to experience hip hop and R&B, each home to a smorgasbord of live acts and performers week in week out.

Subway Cowgate

Subway Cowgate

Edinburgh
EH1 1QW

  • Slic
    - Thu 18th Oct 2018 at 10:30pm
  • Slic
    - Thu 18th Oct 2018 at 10:30pm
  • Fit Friday
    - Fri 19th Oct 2018 at 10:30pm
  • Nocturnal
    - Sat 20th Oct 2018 at 10:30pm
Kolis Bar Camden

Kolis Bar Camden

London
NW1 9NX

Hare And Hounds

Hare And Hounds

Birmingham
B14 7JZ

Thekla

Thekla

Bristol
BS1 4RB

This week's hip hop and R&B events

 
The Undercover Hippy @ Penny Theatre, Canterbury

The Undercover Hippy @ Penny Theatre, Canterbury

Penny Theatre, Canterbury

19th October

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The Undercover Hippy @ Penny Theatre, Canterbury

Penny Theatre, Canterbury

Friday 19th Oct

8:00pm til 12:00am

Minimum Age: 18

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Politically driven roots-reggae hip-hop from festival favourite The Undercover Hippy and his band of...

The Hits of Beyonce & D Child - Featured event

The Hits of Beyonce & D Child - 'Ladies night out of a Lifetime'

TV Studio SWG3, Glasgow

19th October

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The Hits of Beyonce & D Child - 'Ladies night out of a Lifetime'

TV Studio SWG3, Glasgow

Friday 19th Oct

10:00pm til 2:00am

Minimum Age: 18

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A Phenomenal 13 piece with full string/horn sections land in Glasgow, to pay homage to the Queens, o...

Blue Lab Beats

Blue Lab Beats

Soup Kitchen, Manchester

24th October

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Blue Lab Beats

Soup Kitchen, Manchester

Wednesday 24th Oct

7:00pm til 11:00pm

Minimum Age: 18

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Blue Lab Beats are one of the bands at the forefront of the booming UK Jazz scene. Effortlessly ble...

Dat Brass + Support

Dat Brass + Support

The Lanes, Bristol

19th October

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Dat Brass + Support

The Lanes, Bristol

Friday 19th Oct

7:30pm til 10:00pm

Minimum Age: 18

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Dat Brass’ live performances are something to behold. Their high-energy sets combine original ...