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Joseph JP Patterson

Executive Editor, Complex UK

Joined August 2014 | 386 posts
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The 25 Best Skepta Songs Of All Time

Grime pioneer, rapper, DJ, producer: Skepta’s influence on British music runs deep. But which of his songs truly stand the test of time? We count down 25 of his very best.

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Skepta: Microphone Champion (Cover Story)

For Complex UK’s inaugural cover story, the grime and fashion icon reflects on fame, fatherhood, artistic freedom and his brand-new album, ‘The Fork & Knife’.

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Premiere: Capo Lee Calls On Pa Salieu For New Drop “What’s Wrong?”

Watch the Reece Selvadorai-directed visuals exclusively here.

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JP’s UK Culture Picks: October 2026

A new monthly column from Complex UK’s Executive Editor, Joseph ‘JP’ Patterson.

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Exclusive: Rapper Blade Brown Moves Into Medical Cannabis As Mamedica Investor

The UK rap vet joins forces with Mamedica as an investor, bringing his business interests into the regulated medical cannabis sector amid the company’s continued growth.

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JP’s UK Culture Picks: September 2026

A new monthly column from Complex UK’s Executive Editor, Joseph ‘JP’ Patterson.

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“I Would Have Always Ended Up In House Music”: Jamie Jones Embarks On A New Voyage

The Welsh house music pioneer talks us through his new event series, ‘Voyager’, what continues to inspire him two decades in, and why he’s excited about the next generation of DJs and producers.

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ON A LEVEL: Ceebo

Ceebo, one of UK rap’s brightest prospects, chops it up with JP about his life and career to date.

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Music Journalist/Critic Ivie Ani Named Martell’s New Culture Ambassador

The Bronx native joins Adesope Olajide (Shoopsydoo) and Abdul Abdullah, who were announced as Culture Ambassadors in 2025.

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ON A LEVEL: Jah Digga

Nottingham hero Jah Digga chops it up with JP about “Addictions”, going viral in ‘26 vs shelling down raves in ‘06, Adele being his dream collaboration, and more...

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JP’s UK Culture Picks: July/August 2026

A new monthly column from Complex UK’s EIC, Joseph ‘JP’ Patterson.

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Ashley Alarcon Launches Premium Eyewear Brand Mil101

From London to Barcelona, the house scene can’t get enough of Mil101.

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JP’s UK Culture Picks: June 2026

A new monthly column from Complex UK’s EIC, Joseph ‘JP’ Patterson.

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R.I.P. Kanya King. You Will Be Missed.

The beloved founder and CEO of the MOBO Awards has passed away at the age of 57 after a two-year battle with colon cancer.

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Walé Adeyemi Helped Define An Era Of Black British Style. Now He’s Back To Do It Again.

From Camden Market to the UK garage scene, the British-Nigerian designer looks back on his impact throughout the ‘90s and noughties as he relaunches his namesake brand for a whole new generation.

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