Stormzy heads to Sheffield

Huge grime and hip hop act and 'Shut Up' rapper Stormzy to play Sheffield O2 Academy in April.

Last updated: 7th Feb 2017

Originally published: 6th Feb 2017

Image: Stormzy

One of the biggest grime and hip hop artists in the UK currently is to play a show in Sheffield's O2 Academy as he readies himself for a potential album of the year slot.

The Thornton Heath artist has become one of the biggest stars in the UK scene, with the release of his debut album Gang Signs and Prayers, due to come out on 24th February, one of the year's most anticipated releases. 

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Stormzy was crowned Best Grime Act two years running at the MOJO Awards, his whirlwind success stemming from a YouTube video of him freestyling what became one of his biggest hit singles 'Shut Up'. A slew of killer live performances and singles have followed, making him one of the essential figures in grime's modern renaissance .

Stormzy @ O2 Academy Sheffield tickets go on sale from Thursday 9th February via the box below.