The UK's thriving right now with the rise of their drill scene, but beyond that, there's still a ton of new artists that are readying to make noise beyond the subgenre. Pa Salieu has been bubbling up in the past few months, especially with the release of his single, "Frontline" which earned him immediate comparisons to J Hus. Elements of grime, road rap, afroswing, dancehall and more are combined to make his unique sound.
Further proving just how versatile he is, he returned earlier today with two new singles, "Betty" and "Bang Out." Both songs showcase different sides of his artistry. "Betty" is laid back yet powerful with reggae influences seeping through. "Bang Out" is hard-hitting with UK Garage and grime energy coming out.
Check out the tracks below.
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