East London Drill’s Raw Voice
Unknown T from Homerton (East London) brought unapologetic street narratives to UK drill with his 2018 breakout “Homerton B.” The song’s music video (100M+ views by 2023) and raw delivery made him drill’s most authentic voice. His 2019 “Throwback” with M Huncho blended drill with melodic trap, showcasing versatility.
His 2020 mixtape “Rise Above Hate” debuted UK top 20, featuring collaborations with AJ Tracey and Aitch. Despite legal troubles (stabbing incident at Wireless Festival 2019), Unknown T maintained street credibility while achieving commercial success. His 2023 releases continued drill’s evolution, proving the genre’s staying power. By 2023, he remained East London drill’s most consistent artist—commercially viable yet uncompromisingly street.
Sources: GRM Daily, Official Charts, Complex UK