Hailing from South Kilburn (London, UK), KNUCKS continues to set the tone for his distinctive sound and music ability. Praised by the likes of Wretch 32, Stormzy, Novelist and Kenny Beats, to name a few, the rising rapper is certainly on his way to cementing his name in the world of innovative music.

At the age of 12, KNUCKS began to grow a strong interest in music; his musical influences are rap legends from the likes of Curren$y, MF Doom, Sade and Nas. This influence would then lead him on to creating his first body of work, Killmatic, an ode to the critically acclaimed Illmatic by Nas.

KNUCKS’ approach and unorthodox style have earned him the attention of i-D, Wonderland, HUNGER, Clash, Notion and Complex. He has gradually positioned himself as the leader of the new school and is certainly set to diversify the sound of UK music.

A leader of UK rap's new wave, we can’t wait for KNUCKS to take the stage at Cross The Tracks 2026.