Getting To Know... Leakzz

Having already established himself with a breadth of dazzling releases these last few years, UK rapper Leakzz is back on the grind once again to deliver his vibrant new outing 'Show Me Love'.

Bringing back more of that broad and passionate aesthetic he has earned a reputation for over the years, 'Show Me Love' makes for an incredibly bold and lively listen. With his killer flow riding across a progressive production throughout, he is certainly looking to turn some heads with this one.

So with the new single available to stream now, we sat down with him to find out more about his origins and what has been inspiring him most over the years.

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What was the first instrument you fell in love with?

The first instrument I fell in love with I would say was the saxophone although I did like playing the violin when I was younger.

What kind of music did you love when you were younger?

When I was younger I would say I loved hip hop, r&b, rap and grime.

What was the first album you remember owning?

The first album I remember owning was ghetts - freedom of speech.

What is the one song you wished you could have written yourself?

Beres Hammond - Putting up a resistance

Do you have any habits or rituals you go through when trying to write new music?

No I just like to be by myself.

Who are your favourite artists you have found yourself listening to at the moment?

I listen to chip, wewantwraiths, Ab & sav ndo I think is cold. & myself.

If you could open a show for anyone in the world, who would it be?

50 Cent.

What do you find is the most rewarding part about being a musician?

For me the rewarding part is being able to share a part of me I generally wouldn’t let out if it wasn’t for the fact I could make it into a song.

And what is the most frustrating part?

The most frustrating part is getting into the right people.

And what is the best piece of advice you have received as a musician?

To keep going, not to stop. I think it is the best advice anyone could get whether it’s genuine or not.

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Leakzz's new single 'Show Me Love' is available to stream now. Check it out in the player below.