How two brothers helped propel grime into the mainstream
Summary
Brothers Joseph and Jamie Adenuga, known as Skepta and JME, formed the Boy Better Know (BBK) music label in 2005, which played a big role in bringing the grime music genre into the mainstream. They decided to stay independent rather than sign with major labels, and their approach helped grime grow despite challenges like government restrictions on live performances.Key Facts
- Joseph and Jamie Adenuga are better known as Skepta and JME.
- They formed the Boy Better Know (BBK) music label in 2005.
- Grime is a music genre that emerged from the electronic dance scene in the UK.
- BBK stayed independent instead of signing with major record labels.
- The label produced successful tracks, including "Too Many Man," which entered the UK singles charts.
- The grime scene faced difficulties due to government restrictions on live events.
- Despite changes in the industry, BBK continued to release music and influence artists.
- Skepta briefly signed with Universal but returned to grime music with the hit "That's Not Me."
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