DJ AG being named Time Out’s Londoner of the Year feels like more than just a nod to his individual talent—it marks a celebration of a broader cultural moment: the revival of grime and the raw energy of its 2000s origins. AG’s live sessions, often taking place in spots like King’s Cross or Brixton, capture the grassroots, community-led ethos that defined grime’s early days while reimagining it for the TikTok generation.
In a UK rap landscape that can sometimes feel formulaic—where visuals oscillate between tower block clichés and displays of over-the-top luxury—AG’s open-format street sets cut through the noise. His platform doesn’t just spotlight legends like Skepta, Scratchy, and Flirta D, but also champions emerging voices, giving them an authentic shot at virality. It’s gritty, raw, and unmistakably real—yet undeniably uplifting, echoing grime’s original DIY hustle.
With Y2K nostalgia, grime’s resurgence, and a wave of independent creativity on the rise, DJ AG sits firmly at the centre of this cultural shift.
