Born and raised in Newcastle, and now based in Manchester, Sweets is a rapper and UK hip hop artist who has just hit our radar through his scorching take on modern life. It’s called Crack Baby.

By Graeme Smith

The target in the crosshairs in Crack Baby is social media but there’s a broader commentary too, all told through a style that combines hip hop with punk elements. The energy is relentless, as is the imagery in the lyrics. It’s a song that grabs you by the shoulders and gives you a good slap across the chops.

It’s definitely one for fans of Idles. You can check out the video for Crack Baby below.