From the streets of Brixton, London (UK) to the buzzing scene of Mumbai, India, MC Solomon has been performing Hip-Hop, Drum & Bass, and Jungle shows worldwide for more than 15 years.

Musical Style

Hip-Hop – Dub – Jungle

Stage Collaborations

Over the years, Solomon has shared the stage with international heavyweights such as:

• General Levy

• Congo Natty

• Maverick Sabre

• Tippa Irie

• Dead Prez

• Double Drop (Live Drum & Bass Band)

• Brassroots (9-piece New Orleans Brass Band)

• Natural Selection (7-piece Jazz Hip-Hop Band ft. Ry Robson)

Community & Workshops

Between 2017 and 2020, Solomon independently organized live Hip-Hop events and led music workshops for youth across South East Asia and the UK.
He collaborated with organizations such as:

• Assembly of Creative Arts CIC (UK)

• Shakahari Lifestyle Productions (Mumbai)

• Beatbox Without Borders (Goa)

Background

Moving from Kent to London at 18, Solomon immersed himself in the Hip-Hop, Jungle, and Reggae culture of Brixton. Connecting with DJs, promoters, and musicians from genres ranging from Jazz-Funk to World Music, he began collaborating as an MC and lead vocalist.
Building on these foundations, he soon entered the UK and European festival circuit.

Live Projects & Festivals

• Double Drop Band (Live Drum & Bass/Electronica) – 2012-2014

• Brassroots (8-piece Brass Band) – 2012-2014

• Glastonbury Festival (UK) – 2010-2015

• Eden Festival (Scotland) – 2015-2016

• Secret Garden Party (UK) – 2014-2015

• Goa Reggae SunSplash Festival (India) – 2016-2017

• Cambodia & Vietnam Tour with DJ Kaztet Dee (WAT A GWAAN) – 2017-2018

• Goa Hip-Hop Festival & Asian Hip-Hop Festival (India) – 2017-2020

Discography & Releases

• Bombay to London EP (2020) – produced by Asia Minor, ft. Shaikhspeare (Bombay Lokal, India)

• Behind The Mask Album (2022) – produced by Asia Minor, ft. Niya Love (Mumbai), Shaikhspeare (Mumbai), and 5:55 (Nepal)

• Upcoming EP with Rymez (Sony ATV) – producer of Wiley’s UK #1 hit “Heatwave” and tracks for Stefflon Don

Media Recognition

• Videos aired on Sky TV music channels and BBC Radio Kent

• Track of the Week on BBC Asian Network (Bombay to London ft. Shaikhspeare, 2020 – played by Bobby Friction)

• Supported by BBC Radio Leeds (Silver Finger Singh) throughout 2020–2021

• Positive reviews from former BBC 1Xtra DJs for his work with Double Drop

Live Performance Options

• Solo DJ/Rapper Set – Hip-Hop, Dub, Jungle, World Music

• Full Live Band (5-piece) – high-energy stage experience blending global sounds