Raised in London with Congolese roots, BackRoad Gee has built a reputation for his explosive performances, multilingual lyricism and fearless approach to blending rap, grime and Afro-influenced sounds. His catalogue includes standout releases such as Mukta vs Mukta, “Party Popper” with Pa Salieu and the MOBO-nominated “My Family“, while collaborations with artists including Chase & Status and Beenie Man, alongside his appearance on Jay-Z’s “King Kong Riddim” for The Harder They Fall soundtrack, have cemented his place as one of UK rap’s most distinctive voices.
Live In The Flesh also arrives after a deeply personal period in the artist’s life, following the loss of his mother and taking full custody of his younger sister. That experience has shaped the music, with the project representing both a fresh perspective and a renewed sense of purpose.
Rather than simply marking a return, Live In The Flesh feels like the beginning of a new era for BackRoad Gee, one that balances the intensity fans expect with a more reflective and expansive creative vision.