'We have our own fair playing field': 1Xtra launches first ever UK rap chart

BBC Arts Friday 06 November 2026, 12:37 UTC 1 min read

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The top 20 best selling UK rap tracks will be celebrated each week on Radio 1Xtra with DJ Kenny Allstar.

UK (LOCATION) Radio 1Xtra (ORG) Kenny Allstar (PERSON)

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'We have our own fair playing field': 1Xtra launches first ever UK rap chart

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