Wookie: The Stories Behind UK Garage’s Most Iconic Anthems | DaMetalMessiah Interview DaMetalMessiah 2025-03-25 | Catch Wookie at the Jazz Cafe for the second night of the DaMetalMessiah Residency: ra.co/events/2110904UK Garage legend Wookie sits down to share his journey, from his early days at Music House and producing R&B hits for Wayne Marshall to being mentored by the iconic Jazzie B as an in-house producer for Soul II Soul.We explore the evolution of his signature "Wookie sound," diving into the creative process behind his X-Men bootlegs, his debut album, and some of his most beloved UKG anthems, including Little Man, Battle and more.Chapters:00:00: Where did the name come from?01:09: Early musical experiences04:45: Paul Chue/Fu-Manchu05:27: Music House07:29: Production09:45: Working with Wayne Marshall11:50: Soul II Soul18:27: X-Men Bootlegs23:10: Scrappy/Down On Me25:38: Little Man32:39 : Battle37:39: Making the "Wookie" album50:30: Manchu Recordings53:00: Influence on grime & dubstep56:19: Skepta & Kanye West sampling "Battle"58:15: Hiatus from music01:04:12: Disclosure Remix01:07:10: Thoughts on current UK garage scene01:12:20: Next projects01:16:45: Reflecting on his career01:18:29: Advice to new producersFollow Wookie:instagram.com/wooxstarhttps://x.com/WooxstarFollow DaMetalMessiah:instagram.com/dametalmessiahhttps://x.com/DaMetalMessiah_tiktok.com/@dametalmessiah#ukgarage #garage #ukgaragemusic
Slimzee scaling the ‘Three Flats’ in Bow E3 📡 DaMetalMessiah 2025-10-20 | Slimzee talks about the iconic photo of him scaling the three flats in Bow wearing Evisu jeans.#grime #grimemusic
DJ Slimzee: Tour of Bow DaMetalMessiah 2025-10-16 | Ahead of his 2000s Special set at Venue MOT this Halloween, DJ Slimzee takes us back to where it all began — a tour through Bow E3 featuring some of grime’s most important landmarks off Roman Road.#grimemusic #grime
Oneman, Plastician, Neffa-T: Kibo, Sox, Micofcourse, Manga + more [DaMetalMessiah x Outlook] DaMetalMessiah 2025-09-02 | The grand finale of the DaMetalMessiah takeover at Outlook Origins 2025. After a torrential storm shut down the entire festival, this set rose from the chaos and turned into one for the history books.DJs: Oneman, Plastician & Neffa-T.MCs: Kibo, Sox, Micofcourse, Manga Saint Hilare, Jammz, Capo Lee, Logan_OLM, Chunky & Flowdan.Filmed by: instagram.com/chain_reactionuk
The History of Boy Better Know Tees 📝 DaMetalMessiah 2025-08-02 | #boybetterknow #grimemusic #corteiz
Paul Stephan x Mayhem NODB x Hayez - LIFF [Music Video]: DaMetalMessiah DaMetalMessiah 2025-08-01 | Directed by Dave LuntStream "LIFF" here: open.spotify.com/album/5f0xI4t4SgsNovyr4zP7OiLinks:instagram.com/paulstephan_smfinstagram.com/mayhem_nodbinstagram.com/hayezzzzzzzzzinstagram.com/_daveluntinstagram.com/dametalmessiah
Jme explains how Boy Better Know started DaMetalMessiah 2025-07-30 | #boybetterknow #grime #grimemusic #jme
Paul Stephan x Flirta D x Atum - STAMINA [Music Video]: DaMetalMessiah DaMetalMessiah 2025-06-20 | Directed by Dave LuntStream "STAMINA" here: open.spotify.com/album/60XIAiVif0sahvoBHd12C9Links:instagram.com/paulstephan_smfinstagram.com/flirtadinstagram.com/atumonthebeatinstagram.com/_daveluntinstagram.com/dametalmessiah
Blessed - Intro [Music Video]: DaMetalMessiah DaMetalMessiah 2025-05-18 | Blessed drops visuals for “Intro,” taken from last year’s Motion EP, now available on all platforms.The instrumental is a remix of the Jammz & Kdot riddim “Long For Them,” originally released by I Am Grime and reworked by Shannon Parkes into this version.Shot by Grime VisualsProduced by Shannon Parkes & GesherLinks:instagram.com/blessed_smfinstagram.com/grime_visualsinstagram.com/dametalmessiah
UKG Special ft. Wookie, G33 & DRIIA [DaMetalMessiah Residency] DaMetalMessiah 2025-05-12 | Hardly a phone in sight for round two of the DaMetalMessiah residency last Friday – just pure heads down, knees up business. Big love to everyone who brought the good vibes to the Jazz Cafe.Featuring Wookie, Onyx Stone, G33 & DRIIA.Next up: this Friday (16th May), we’re diving into the history of dubstep with an absolutely stacked lineup of heavyweight selectors: SICARIA, Pinch, Silkie, Nancy June, Chefal, and Horsepower Productions with Sgt Pokes controlling the dance on mic duties. Tickets here: ra.co/events/2110915#ukgarage #garage #garagemusic
The Evolution of Grime ft. Novelist, Grandmixxer, Mak10 & More [DaMetalMessiah] DaMetalMessiah 2025-05-05 | The DaMetalMessiah residency kicked off with a bang on Friday 3rd May at the Jazz Cafe, as some of the scene’s most influential artists took us on a journey through the generations of grime. Hold tight the lighter crew for “Long John Riddim” too.Featuring Novelist, Grandmixxer, Mak10, Chamber45, Manga Saint Hilare, Toura & Nio-B. Big up Desperado, Renz, babydoom, Logan, & Twenty'8 as well. Next up: Next up: this Friday (9th May), we're back with a UK Garage special featuring the legendary Wookie, alongside G33 and DRIIA. Tickets are flying out: ra.co/events/2110904
namesbliss is floating on this beat 😮💨 Leftfield Cypher 🎤 DaMetalMessiah 2025-04-21 | #grime #grimemusic #ukrap
namesbliss, DeeRiginal, Melvillous, SAMSON & TRTL [Leftfield Cypher]: DaMetalMessiah DaMetalMessiah 2025-04-17 | A Lively link up in Central London as the leaders of the underground UK rap wave, Leftfield, pulled up to drop some serious bars. Featuring namesbliss, DeeRiginal, Melvillous, SAMSON, and TRTL.Artists:instagram.com/namesblissinstagram.com/deeriginalinstagram.com/samsonm_instagram.com/melvillousinstagram.com/itstrtlProductions:instagram.com/vagrantproducerFollow DaMetalMessiah:instagram.com/dametalmessiah#ukrap #grime #freestyle #grimemusic
Shxdow, Frost, Kyeza, Avaword, Panic Pat, Aye Nizzy, Phidizz & Vandull [Fire & Ice Set] DaMetalMessiah 2025-04-11 | Shxdow & Frost bring together some of Nottingham's finest to celebrate the release of their latest project "Fire & Ice". 100% Frost productions.Shxdow, Frost, Kyeza, Avaword, Panic Pat, Aye Nizzy, Phidizz & Vandull.Filmed by instagram.com/thatguylouiShxdow & Frost - Fire & Ice OUT NOW:frostgrime.bandcamp.com/album/fire-iceopen.spotify.com/album/2CzvidcrLtGdaLlabllv5H?si=kiT_My3CTuKGRxiRGlEpww#grime #grimemusic #ukgrime
Wookie Reacts to Skepta & Kanye West Sampling His Garage Classic Battle DaMetalMessiah 2025-04-07 | #wookie #skepta #kanyewest #ukgarage #grime
Griminal, Coza & Pent1 - Chop (Official Visualiser) DaMetalMessiah 2025-03-28 | The debut release from DaMetalMessiah’s DaMM Records brings producers Coza & Pent1 together with veteran grime MC Griminal for his long-awaited return.Bandcamp: dammrecords.bandcamp.com/track/chopSpotify: open.spotify.com/album/1MdUUd6KIlcQ82EwGs4ps0Apple Music: music.apple.com/gb/album/chop-feat-coza-pent1-single/1800483803
Wookie Breaks Down Sia – Little Man Remix | UK Garage Classic DaMetalMessiah 2025-03-26 | UK Garage legend Wookie reveals how he transformed Sia’s 'Little Man' into one of the most iconic UKG remixes of all time. What’s your favorite Wookie track? Let me know in the comments below.Watch the full interview here: youtu.be/bV1NHltTlLA#Wookie #UKGarage #UKG #LittleManRemix #Sia #MusicProduction #GarageMusic #DJ #ElectronicMusic
Scorcher, Ruff Sqwad, Roachee, So Large & More [CYPHER] | DaMetalMessiah DaMetalMessiah 2025-03-18 | Filmed on set during the music video shoot for Slix x Scorcher – Win.ST4M, Ashley Carpa, Mimi Monroe, Roachee, So Large, Scorcher, Yellows, Chaos, Fuda Guy & Rapid.Follow DaMetalMessiah:instagram.com/dametalmessiahhttps://x.com/DaMetalMessiah_tiktok.com/@dametalmessiah
Faultsz & Elf - Made For This [Music Video] DaMetalMessiah 2025-03-14 | Faultsz & Elf Kid link up for "Made For This", taken from their new mixtape "No More Games".Shot and edited by instagram.com/grime_visualsProduced by instagram.com/lolingoproLinks:instagram.com/faultsz_pbinstagram.com/elfmusicianinstagram.com/dametalmessiah
Crazy Titch Talks Making Crazy Times DVD [2025 Interview] DaMetalMessiah 2025-03-03 | In 2005, Crazy Titch self-released his own grime DVD "Crazy Times Vol. 1", the first grime artist to do so during a time where everyone was featuring on other people's DVDs. It quickly gained a reputation for its raw and unfiltered glimpse into the life of an MC in the early 2000s, something rarely captured in other grime DVDs with a broader focus. Now, 20 years later, Crazy Titch looks back on the making of the DVD; from the unseen original version to how much he made selling them independently.Content Used:04:22 - youtu.be/bveSSbDKpM405:16 Photo - @timandbarrytv
N3 ft. Duppy - Ting [Music Video] DaMetalMessiah 2025-02-07 | N3 & Duppy link up for a new grime banger.Shot and edited by instagram.com/grime_visualsProduced by instagram.com/duppy__Links:instagram.com/mrbigmanbarsinstagram.com/duppy__instagram.com/grime_visualsinstagram.com/dametalmessiah
Is music today just a numbers game? DaMetalMessiah 2025-01-26 | #grime #grimemusic #ukgrime #ukrap #ukrapper
Neffa-T B2B Oblig with Prez T, Manga, Kibo, Logan & Emz [Outlook Festival Boat Party] DaMetalMessiah 2025-01-23 | Footage from the DaMetalMessiah x Outlook Festival Boat Party.Neffa-T B2B Oblig with President T, Manga Saint Hilare, Kibo, Logan & Emz.Follow DaMetalMessiah:instagram.com/dametalmessiahtiktok.com/@dametalmessiahhttps://x.com/DaMetalMessiah_
Scorcher, Ruff Sqwad & RB | Practice Hours Studio Session DaMetalMessiah 2025-01-21 | Scorcher, Rapid, Slix & RB in the studio recording 'Practice Hours'. Cross-generational link up. Scorcher also talks about his admiration for Ruff Sqwad and how he first came across RB.Follow DaMetalMessiah:instagram.com/dametalmessiahhttps://x.com/DaMetalMessiah_tiktok.com/@dametalmessiah
Renz - Real Talk [Music Video] DaMetalMessiah 2025-01-15 | Renz sprays some 'Real Talk'.Produced by instagram.com/duppy__Shot and edited by instagram.com/grime_visualsSpotify Link: open.spotify.com/album/5D0q1khYR6e6lVf9yFSZERLinks:instagram.com/renz._instagram.com/dametalmessiah
Plastician: The History of Grime & Dubstep [DaMetalMessiah Interview] DaMetalMessiah 2025-01-13 | South London legend Plastician has been a pivotal figure in UK bass music since the turn of the millennium, helping to define the sounds of dubstep and grime alongside icons like Skepta, Skream, Benga, and Slimzee. In this interview, he offers a wealth of knowledge and insight into the evolution of both genres, while reflecting on the milestones and experiences of his own remarkable career.Reflecting on his early days, Plastician recounts his time on pirate radio, nights spent clubbing in Croydon, and crate-digging at the iconic Big Apple Records. He discusses the origins of the seminal dubstep night FWD before detailing his entry into grime, from Slimzee releasing his first record to meeting Skepta and producing crossover anthems like Intensive Snare, Real Things, Back Then, and Todd Edwards-inspired "Tropical" grime. He also dives into the creation of his debut album, Beg To Differ, breaking down the creative process behind tracks like Japan as well standouts like Still Tippin and Dreading.The conversation takes a personal turn as he shares wild stories from touring with Skream and Benga, reflects on the late Jackmaster, and how he changed his sound to move with the times.Chapters:00:00 - Musical Upbringing04:53 - Pirate Radio12:44 - Big Apple Records22:20 - Production25:16 - Rinse FM33:53 - FWD44:58 - First Release with Slimzee49:57 - Cha57:16 - Filthy Dub1:02:16 - Grime (Rephlex)1:10:40 - Meeting Skepta1:14:30 - Brussels 20051:21:24 - Intensive Snare1:32:08 - Tropical Grime1:36:32 - Back Then (Still Tippin Remix)1:42:08 - Beg To Differ1:47:00 - Japan1:52:07 - 2010s Dubstep Boom & Changing Sound2:02:47 - Skream & Benga Tour2:10:52 - Remembering Jackmaster2:15:29 - Dreading2:19:37 - Favourite ProductionCredits:Filmed by - Blue Laybourne & Louis PaillierEdited by - DaMetalMessiahSocials:instagram.com/dametalmessiahinstagram.com/plasticianinstagram.com/percymingle
Plastician on Touring with Skream & Benga and Remembering Jackmaster [DaMetalMessiah Interview] DaMetalMessiah 2025-01-08 | Plastician reflects on how he adapted his sound throughout the 2010s, navigating the decline of grime and the rise of dubstep as a global phenomenon. He also shares memories of touring with Skream and Benga in 2012 and pays tribute to the late Jackmaster.Watch Part 1 here: youtu.be/LXphFr8WNAwWatch Part 2 here: youtu.be/X1iMKhC9VZ0Credits:Filmed by - Blue Laybourne & Louis PaillierEdited by - DaMetalMessiahSocials:instagram.com/dametalmessiahinstagram.com/plasticianinstagram.com/percymingle
Crafty 893 - Step 1 Freestyle DaMetalMessiah 2025-01-01 | The bar of 2024. If you’ve never heard Crafty make it past Step 3, this one’s for you…Shot and edited by instagram.com/grime_visualsLinks:instagram.com/crafty893instagram.com/grime_visualsinstagram.com/dametalmessiah
We used to get stretch limos to FWD from Croydon - Plastician DaMetalMessiah 2024-12-06 | #dubstep #dubstepmusic #plastician
Plastician on Big Apple Records, FWD & Rinse FM [DaMetalMessiah Interview] DaMetalMessiah 2024-12-02 | Plastician reminisces about his early visits to the iconic Croydon record shop Big Apple Records, shares his memories of the seminal dubstep night FWD and reflects on how he got his start on Rinse FM.Watch Part 1 here: youtu.be/LXphFr8WNAwCredits:Filmed by - Blue Laybourne & Louis PaillierEdited by - DaMetalMessiahSocials:instagram.com/dametalmessiahinstagram.com/plasticianinstagram.com/percymingle
Plastician on Intensive Snare, Meeting Skepta & Still Tippin [DaMetalMessiah Interview] DaMetalMessiah 2024-10-29 | In anticipation of this Friday's rave, we sat down with Plastician to explore his unique journey as a key figure in the early grime and dubstep scenes.The first part of the interview dives into his collaborations with Skepta and JME, featuring tracks like "Intensive Snare," Todd Edwards inspired grime, and "Back Then." Stay tuned for the full interview coming soon. Chapters:00:00 - Meeting Skepta03:12 - Brussels 200505:23 - Performing with Skepta10:43 - Intensive Snare13:41 - Real Things with Slew Dem15:38 - Migraine Skank18:39 - FWD21:30 - Tropical Grime25:51 - Back Then28:34 - Still Tippin RemixCredits:Filmed by - Blue Laybourne & Louis PaillierEdited by - DaMetalMessiahSocials:instagram.com/dametalmessiahinstagram.com/plasticianinstagram.com/percymingle
New Ruff Sqwad freestyle 🔥 DaMetalMessiah 2024-10-07 | Rapid, Slix & RB go in over a classic Rapid production.#ruffsqwad #grime
Ruff Sqwad - Sometimes I Freestyle [2024] DaMetalMessiah 2024-10-06 | Rapid, Slix & RB go in over a classic Rapid production. Catch Ruff Sqwad performing a White Label Classics set at Colour Factory, 1st November: ra.co/events/1989623Links:instagram.com/dametalmessiahinstagram.com/percymingleinstagram.com/ruff_sqwadinstagram.com/rb.yic
