The Rap Game UK
In The Rap Game UK, 5 aspiring British MCs move into a residential recording studio to spend 30 days together, writing, performing and ultimately competing to prove that they're the next rap superstar. Reflecting the new wave of British rap-influenced music that's conquering the charts, the series follows the MCs as in every episode, they write, practice and perform a new track. All the while, they are being trained, mentored and given a crash course in the music business by some of the UK's biggest rap names.
Seasons
1. Episode 1
Air Date: 2019-08-22
Straight after the artists meet each other, they find themselves in front of Krept, Konan and DJ Target, who are primed with their first on the spot performance.
2. Episode 2
Air Date: 2019-08-29
Episode two is all about love and war. Krept, Konan and DJ Target up the ante by dividing the artists into two groups, forcing them to collaborate on a track together.
3. Episode 3
Air Date: 2019-09-05
DJ Target, Krept & Konan test the 7 artists’ lyrics and flow. They must perform a heartfelt dedication and prove they can ride different BPMs. With guests Docta Cosmic & AJ Tracey
4. Episode 4
Air Date: 2019-09-12
DJ Target, Krept and Konan raise the stakes for their young artists as they work with Jae 5 and perform live for Lady Leshurr.
5. Episode 5
Air Date: 2019-09-19
DJ Target, Krept and Konan ask UK rap scene influencers to critique the remaining artists, who are then sent home to film a music video.
6. Episode 6
Air Date: 2019-09-26
It’s the finale. The artists meet Stefflon Don and perform on the Kenny Allstar show. But who will win the record deal?
1. 1. Welcome to the Rap Game UK
Air Date: 2020-10-22
DJ Target, Krept and Konan start the search for a new British rap star. Six artists perform a cappella before rapping about a key moment in their life to guest mentor Rapman.
2. 2. Collab & Clash
Air Date: 2020-10-29
This time the artists must collaborate with each other before facing off in a fearsome clash. They are advised by guests Yungen and Young T & Bugsey.
3. 3. Pressure & Purpose
Air Date: 2020-11-05
DJ Target, Krept and Konan set more tests for the artists. First they must write under pressure before rapping about an issue they care about. With guests D Double E and JME.
4. 4. Sound & Symphony
Air Date: 2020-11-12
DJ Target, Krept andd Konan set new tests for the artists. They must write a club banger, then perform with an orchestra. This week's special guests are Deno, Ms Banks and Wretch 32.
5. 5. Beats & Visuals
Air Date: 2020-11-19
DJ Target, Krept and Konan set two new challenges for the artists: create a beat and shoot a music video. With guests The Fanatix, Ayishat Akanbi, Ashleigh Jadee and Aitch.
6. 6. The Final
Air Date: 2020-11-26
DJ Target, Krept and Konan set the final challenges as the six hopefuls face social media influencers and perform on 1Xtra. With guests Kenny Allstar and Tiffany Calver.
1. Episode 1
Air Date: 2021-07-22
DJ Target, Krept and Konan’s search for a new rap star begins. The six artists perform in a cypher before rapping about a day that changed their life to guest mentor Russ Millions.
2. Episode 2
Air Date: 2021-07-29
DJ Target, Krept and Konan test the artists further. First, they must face off in a fearsome clash before writing sexy love tracks. With guests Jammer, Scorcher and Hardy Caprio.
3. Episode 3
Air Date: 2021-08-05
Target, Krept and Konan set more tests for the artists. They must perform with a gospel choir before writing through the night for a performance in front of Dizzee Rascal.
4. Episode 4
Air Date: 2021-08-12
DJ Target, Krept and Konan set new tasks for the artists. They face a three-beat test before shooting a summer anthem video. This week's guests are Darkoo, Ivorian Doll and WSTRN.
5. Episode 5
Air Date: 2021-08-19
DJ Target, Krept and Konan set two new challenges for the artists: write a track about winning and perform diss tracks about each other. With guests Big Zuu, footballer Michail Antonio and Chip.
6. Episode 6 - The Final
Air Date: 2021-08-26
DJ Target, Krept and Konan set the final challenge for the artists: they must perform their final bars on Kenny Allstar’s legendary 1Xtra show.
1. Episode 1
Air Date: 2022-08-11
The search for a new rap star returns. Six artists must make an impression in challenge one before writing and performing about money. With guest mentor BackRoad Gee.
2. Episode 2
Air Date: 2022-08-18
The artists clash before exploring their Britishness in challenge two. Featuring special guests Lethal Bizzle, Jaykae and Nolay.
3. Episode 3
Air Date: 2022-08-25
The artists perform a ring walk track before collaborating to a live band, with some unexpected casualties. Featuring Unknown T, Michael ‘Venom’ Page and Kojey Radical.
4. Episode 4
Air Date: 2022-09-01
The artists are put under pressure with a fashion challenge before writing and recording a diss track video. With guest mentors Shaybo, Leomie Anderson and P Money.
5. Episode 5
Air Date: 2022-09-08
The penultimate week of the competition sees six become three after two more challenges, including performing live to a crowd. With guest mentor Meekz Manny and D-Block Europe.
6. Episode 6
Air Date: 2022-09-15
The final week of the competition sees the three remaining artists perform for the final time on 1Xtra’s Kenny Allstar show to help decide the winner of the £20,000 prize.
1. Intro and Identity
Air Date: 2023-11-06
DJ Target and Krept and Konan launch the latest search for the UK’s next rap star. For the first time ever, a duo is among the artists competing for £20,000.
2. Rid and Replace
Air Date: 2023-11-13
In a major twist this series, two artists enter the competition fighting to take a spot in the line-up. Guest include M Huncho and Abra Cadabra.
3. Clash and Create
Air Date: 2023-11-20
It’s clash time, and for the first time ever a solo artist goes head-to-head with a duo. Artists compete to be part of the promo for a major new TV drama.
4. Three Beats and the Streets
Air Date: 2023-11-27
Artists complete the three-beat challenge and make a music video reflecting how they feel about where they are in the competition.
5. Keys and Crowds
Air Date: 2023-12-04
Artists collaborate with the legendary Fraser T Smith and face the crowd in the live performance challenge. Only some make it through to the final.
6. The Final
Air Date: 2023-12-11
The four finalists return to their hometowns to prep for their Kenny Allstar Freestyles. After each getting their moment in front of Kenny, they join the mentors for the listening party, and one of them is crowned winner of series five.
1. Rip Up the Rule Book
Air Date: 2024-11-05
After a shock first challenge elimination twist, the artists head to the studio to prove themselves. The guest mentor is Fumez the Engineer.
2. Heartbreak and Hostility
Air Date: 2024-11-12
Artists pair up for the Heartbreak Challenge, then go against each other for the iconic Clash. And this year, Rap Game UK collabs with PenGame. With mentors JME, Miraa May, Margz, Frisco and Flowdan.
3. Versus and Verses
Air Date: 2024-11-19
Two new artists compete for a place in the competition. After going head-to-head, the artists must write a feature for R&B singer Bellah. The mentors are D Double E and Bellah.
4. Hype and Headliners
Air Date: 2024-11-26
The artists get to perform at Leeds Festival. After storming their set, they get some disappointing rankings, before Krept drops another bombshell. The mentors are Arrdee and NSG.
5. Past and Pressure
Air Date: 2024-12-03
The artists explore their heritage, face expert grillings and find out who’s made the final. The mentors are Potter Payper, Riki Bleau, Sheniece Charway and Mimi the Music Blogger
6. The Final
Air Date: 2024-12-10
It’s the final, and the artists have a major challenge to face: the Kenny Allstar Freestyle on 1Xtra. Which of them will take the £20,000 prize?
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Rating
8.0/10
Release Date
2019-08-22
Episodes
36 (6 seasons)
Status
Returning Series
Cast
Videos
Production Companies
Naked Entertainment
FremantleMedia