Skinnyman: The UK Hip-Hop Icon Who Gave Voice to the Streets
From the bustling heart of North London’s Finsbury Park, Skinnyman—born Alex Holland in Leeds on a November day in 1974—emerged from a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood steeped in musical diversity. Moving to Finsbury as a child, he was immersed in a sonic environment rich with reggae, dancehall, and hip-hop. Influenced by artists like Leroy, Chas, and Papa San, as well as pioneers such as Grandmaster Flash and Melle Mel, he developed […]
