Jim Legxacy – black british music

If there’s one word that’s been following Jim Legxacy around since the release of his 2023 mixtape ‘homeless n*gga pop music’, it would be ‘generational’. An apt description of the rapper, producer and singer’s narrative ability — equal parts humorous and heartfelt, nostalgic yet future-facing. All the makings of an artist that will shape our British musical landscape. ‘black british music’, Jim’s first project since signing to XL, blends rap, lo-fi, emo, afrobeat and eclectic samples, aiding the mixtape’s conceptual feel — an exploration of identity and a proud reminder of the ways Black British music has uplifted British culture. Most importantly, Jim’s playful sound does not come without shining a light on his darkest moments and ongoing journey with grief, reminding us that at its purest, all art is storytelling.