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Intro and Identity

Episode number: 1

Overview: DJ Target and Krept and Konan launch the latest search for the UK’s next rap star. For the first time ever, a duo is among the artists competing for £20,000.

Rid and Replace

Episode number: 2

Overview: In a major twist this series, two artists enter the competition fighting to take a spot in the line-up. Guest include M Huncho and Abra Cadabra.

Clash and Create

Episode number: 3

Overview: It’s clash time, and for the first time ever a solo artist goes head-to-head with a duo. Artists compete to be part of the promo for a major new TV drama.

Three Beats and the Streets

Episode number: 4

Overview: Artists complete the three-beat challenge and make a music video reflecting how they feel about where they are in the competition.

Keys and Crowds

Episode number: 5

Overview: Artists collaborate with the legendary Fraser T Smith and face the crowd in the live performance challenge. Only some make it through to the final.

The Final

Episode number: 6

Overview: The four finalists return to their hometowns to prep for their Kenny Allstar Freestyles. After each getting their moment in front of Kenny, they join the mentors for the listening party, and one of them is crowned winner of series five.