Move over Kanye West there’s another rapper in town who’s leading the way in reinvigorating the hip-hop genre.

Theophilus London offers slick beats, 80′s electro sounds and the nice feeling of fresh blood into the industry.

Following in very similar footsteps as Lupe Fiasco and joining the ‘Backpack rap’ troop it seems this young man is poised to take the reigns after Lupe’s proposed retirement after his next album. His mixtape, This Charming Mixtape, shows he’s not just influenced by rap but The Smiths play a part in his musical history.

By far our favourite track is Computer Love featuring Swedish singer Lykke Li however the production behind Cold Pillow could easily be mistaken for a Jay-Z joint, it’s that good. Day One Fans on the other hand sounds like a Chromeo track – he’s already covered so many bases so many rappers fear to do.

Theophilus London – Cold Pillow – download

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Theophilus London – Day One Fans – download

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Theophilus London – Computer Love ft. Lykke Li – download

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