Nobody puts Dizzee in the corner

Dizzee Rascal to play ‘Boy In Da Corner’ in full for London gig

Mercury Prize-winning debut is being played live as part of the Red Bull Music Academy tour.

Dizzee Rascal to play ‘Boy In Da Corner’ in full for London gig

Dizzee Rascal’s iconic 2003 debut ‘Boy In Da Corner’ is set to be played live and in full for a one-off London gig.

The Mercury Prize-winning first work has never been performed in London in its entirety before. Venue details haven’t been disclosed, but the show takes place on 21st October as part of the Red Bull Music Academy (RBMA) tour.

The tour itself runs 19th-21st October across London. Other nights include one hosted by Awesome Tapes From Africa, plus production workshops from Lady Leshurr and Gorgon City.

Taken from ‘Boy In Da Corner’, hear Dizzee Rascal’s ‘I Luv U’ below.

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