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Pete & Bas have transitioned from everyday professions to becoming influential figures in the UK hip hop, drill, and grime scene, recognized for their unique blend of classic and modern street narratives.
Featured in an article titled 'Pete & Bas: The grandfathers of UK drill,' highlighting their unexpected rise to fame given their age. The article discusses their background and impact on the UK drill scene.
Featured in an article titled 'Meet Pete and Bas, the oldest rappers in town,' detailing their journey from retirement to becoming YouTube sensations and performing for large audiences.
Pete & Bas joined Fumez The Engineer for a 'Plugged In' session in 2021. This collaboration contributed to a significant increase in their audience and exposure, particularly within the UK and internationally. The performance was a 'turning point' for their career.
Pete & Bas collaborated with rapper M24 on their single 'The Old Estate'. The song's video was filmed on an estate in Rotherhithe and at Millwall football stadium.
After Pete & Bas released a song named after him, T-Pain joined Pete & Bas for a remix version in 2024, titled 'T-Pain Remix'.
Pete & Bas have collaborated with Norman Pain and Patrick Karneigh, Jr. of The Northern Boys, another group of rapping pensioners.
Pete & Bas collaborated on Vibe Chemistry's drum & bass track 'Baddest' at the end of 2023. This track also featured other UK artists such as Jaykae, Grima X Azza, and P Money, showcasing their versatility across genres.
Pete & Bas, consisting of Peter Bowditch and Basil Bellgrave, are a British hip hop duo established in 2017. Both in their 70s, they gained recognition for their distinct presence in the UK drill and grime genres. Pete, a former Royal Mail worker, was introduced to drill music by his granddaughter. He shared this interest with Bas, a piano teacher and former soldier and carpet salesman, who also has a background in acting and law. Their shared appreciation for the lyrical content and beats of UK drill led them to form the duo.
Their career began in 2017 with the release of their debut single “Shut Ya Mouth,” which quickly gained viral attention on YouTube. This initial success prompted them to produce more music. They continued to release singles, including “Dents in a Peugeot” and “Pint and a Fag” in 2019. In 2020, they released “The Old Estate” featuring rapper M24, which included a music video filmed at Millwall football stadium. Their career progression saw a turning point in 2021 when they collaborated with Fumez the Engineer on a “Plugged In” session, which increased their exposure and fan base, particularly in the US. They have also performed in gigs and concert tours across major European cities.
Pete & Bas released their mixtape “Quick Little Mixtape” in 2021 and their first album, “Mugshot,” in 2024. They have collaborated with various artists, including M24, T-Pain, and members of The Northern Boys such as Norman Pain and Patrick Karneigh Jr. Their work is characterized by a fusion of old Cockney slang and modern street slang, contributing to their unique lyrical style. Despite initial rumors and speculation about their authenticity, they have maintained a consistent release schedule and engaged with a younger audience, earning endorsements from established artists.
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