f54 presents
Lowkey
The Cluny
02.09.25
Lowkey has collaborated with prominent artists including Immortal Technique, Wretch 32, Akala, Dead Prez, and The Outlawz. He is a member of the supergroup Mongrel, alongside members of Arctic Monkeys, Babyshambles, and Reverend and the Makers. The band released their album, Better than Heavy, in conjunction with the Independent newspaper.
Lowkey's critically acclaimed music has amassed millions of streams on Spotify, sold over 25,000 albums digitally, and garnered over 45 million YouTube views. His independently released album, Soundtrack to the Struggle (2011), achieved significant chart success, reaching:
* #6 in the UK RnB chart
* #9 in the UK Indie chart
* #14 in the UK Download chart
* #57 in the UK Albums chart
He was recognized on MTV Base's "Best of the Best UK MCs" list for two consecutive years, ranking #10 in 2010 and #7 in 2011.
Lowkey's community involvement, particularly his work surrounding the Grenfell fire, led to his appointment as Director of Performing Arts for the Kids on The Green charity, aiding in the rehabilitation of children in the affected area. He was also commissioned by Theatre Royal, Bath, to create a hip-hop adaptation of Shakespeare's Macbeth, which was performed at the theatre and at the Edinburgh Festival.
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- This Sunday, 15th June, 07:30 pm, PAUL SMITH (Maxïmo Park) + Melanie Baker // The Georgian Theatre, Stockton in Stockton-on-tees
- Next Friday, 20th June, 07:30 pm, C DUNCAN + James Leonard Hewitson // The Cumberland Arms in Newcastle Upon Tyne
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