Nines opens the vault with unreleased collection ‘Lost Tapes’

UK rap icon Nines surprises fans with the release of ‘Lost Tapes’, a collection of previously unheard music spanning one of the most defining periods of his career. The project pulls from Nines at his most prolific, capturing the years surrounding 'Crabs in a Bucket' - his 2020 UK Number 1 album and a pivotal moment that saw him fully commit to music as a full-time artist.

During the height of his success, Nines created an extensive catalogue of material, much of which never reached listeners. Now, two years after stepping away from rap, Nines has decided the time is right to share those missing pieces with the world. With the perspective that comes from distance, ‘Lost Tapes’ offers fans a rare insight into the mindset, hunger and creativity that defined one of the most important chapters of his journey.

Nines officially closed the door on his rap career in 2024 with ‘Quit While You're Ahead’, his sixth and final studio album released through his own independent label, Zino Records. The farewell was marked by a sold-out headline show at London's O2 Arena, cementing his legacy as one of the UK's most respected rap artists.

With ‘Lost Tapes’, Nines delivers a final glimpse into the era that helped shape his reputation as a UK rap great. These records capture an artist at his sharpest, most focused and most determined - a reminder of the talent and vision that earned him legendary status within the culture.