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Wireless Festival 2025 at Finsbury Park marked its 20th anniversary with a groundbreaking twist: Drake headlining all three nights, each with a unique setlist, making history as the first artist to do so. Drake went all out in his first UK performance in six years, playing his biggest hits and surprising the audience with a barrage of surprise guest performers.

Punk duo Bob Vylan have allegedly been dropped by their talent agency, UTA, following a controversial performance at Glastonbury Festival. The decision came after UTA reviewed the duo’s on-stage comments, which included rapper Bobby Vylan leading chants of “Free, free Palestine” and “Death, death to the IDF [Israel Defence Forces]” during their set on the West Holts Stage on Saturday, 28 June.‍ The BBC has since spoken out, stating that the set should not have been aired on its platform.

UK rapper Stormzy appears to reference the controversy surrounding his deal with McDonald's in his new single 'Sorry Rach!'. The rap star pens the lyrics, “I heard they want to hang me out to dry for a nugget meal. The world might not love your boy again, but my mother will” in the song.

Aitch has finally broken his silence on the Central Cee feud, calling out the BRITs diss, ghostwriting rumours, and even firing shots at Corteiz founder Clint Ogbenna. From subliminals to sit-downs, this drama’s far from over – and Aitch isn’t holding back.

UK rapper Little Simz is suing her former producer Dean Cover, aka Inflo, for allegedly failing to repay $2.2 million in loans and withholding funds meant for album recording expenses. The lawsuit claims Cover defaulted on multiple loans, including £1 million for a SAULT performance, and mishandled recording budget funds provided by Sony's AWAL unit. As a result, Simz says she faced financial penalties due to unpaid debts. Cover has yet to respond to the lawsuit.

Chip has reignited his long-running tension with Stormzy, taking to X (Twitter) to question the rapper’s MOBO win and his musical direction. With his X rant, Stormzy’s manager, Flipz, stepped in with a sharp response, branding Chip with a “OK Demon.” Is this just another chapter in their rivalry, or is there more to unpack? Let’s get into it.

R&B and Neo Soul legend Angie Stone has passed away after a fatal car crash at the age of 63.

The MOBO Awards 2025 shut down Newcastle with history-making wins, jaw-dropping performances, and major moments that had the TL in a chokehold. Central Cee tied Stormzy’s record, Bashy made a legendary return, and Darkoo collected not one but TWO trophies. Oh, and Ayra Starr? She did THAT for the culture. Let’s get into the tea...

For the first time in Wireless history, one artist, superstar rapper Drake, will headline ALL three days of the London festival.