Hip Hop

There's been a rich underground hip hop scene in barrow for years now, from pioneers like Aim from attic records breaking down the walls and making amazing Trip Hop to the current day with a wealth of spitters and DJs who love the art-form and all its offspring. Hip Hop is about unity and giving a voice to the streets, it's an expression of attitude and transcends art with its diverse sounds.

We curated some of the best talent from the town - both DJs and MCs - for an ode to hip hop and all the genres that influenced, and have been influenced by, this versatile genre. Expect some exclusive sets from Cumbrias finest, live from The Lock In's Duke Street Studios.