Boy In Da Corner

The electrifying debut album of rapper/producer Dizzee Rascal, released 21 July 2003. One of the most critically acclaimed albums of 2003, Boy in da Corner has since been credited as instrumental in the development of Grime - as well as being one of the first albums in the genre to enjoy international commercial success. The record's departure from the sensibilities of slower-tempo UK Garage (popular in sound system culture at the time) culminated in an all-round more aggressive, raw and gritty sound. The production on the record is hard and unapologetic in nature, characterised by sparse electronic beats and flourishes .

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