Nemzzz Announces Release Date for ‘Locked In’ Mixtape
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Nemzzz is gearing up for one of the biggest moments of his career with the upcoming release of his new mixtape Locked In. The project arrives after a strong run of singles and collaborations that have continued to grow his influence across the UK – and beyond. With a new single, music video and tour plans also announced, the rapper is set to begin a major new chapter.
In a press release, Nemzzz’s team revealed that the Locked In mixtape is due September 4, 2026.
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Marking the biggest moment of his career to date, the announcement is accompanied by brand new single “PRINCE OF THE SCENE”, alongside its official music video, signalling the arrival of one of UK rap’s most highly anticipated and defining projects of the year.
Built through a run of standout releases including “GEEKIN” featuring Lil Yachty, “Locked In Freestyle“, “KILLIN EM“ and now “PRINCE OF THE SCENE”, Locked In captures an artist operating with complete confidence. Across the campaign, Nemzzz has continued to refine the understated style that has become synonymous with his music, balancing effortless delivery, razor-sharp writing and instinctive hit-making while continuing to push his sound forward.
The release of “PRINCE OF THE SCENE” arrives as another statement from one of the UK’s most exciting voices. Self-assured, infectious and unmistakably confident, the track embodies the mentality that defines Locked In. It finds an artist fully embracing his position while remaining focused on continual growth. Accompanied by a striking new visual, the release offers the clearest indication yet of the ambition, scale and confidence behind the forthcoming tape.
Watch the video for “PRINCE OF THE SCENE”:
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To celebrate the release of Locked In, Nemzzz will also embark on his biggest UK & European tour to date. Fans who pre-order the project or sign up before Tuesday at 4:00pm BST will receive exclusive access to the official pre-sale, ahead of dates being announced in the coming weeks.
The announcement follows another landmark year for Nemzzz. Alongside appearances at Paris Fashion Week, including Vetements and Casablanca and a front row moment at London Fashion Week’s Burberry, continued recognition across the worlds of music and fashion, and an ever-growing global audience, he has cemented himself as one of British rap’s most influential new-generation artists. With billions of streams, sold-out shows across the UK, Europe and Australia, and collaborations spanning Central Cee, AJ Tracey, Lil Yachty and Latto, Nemzzz continues to elevate his position on the global stage.
About Nemzzz
You could call it destiny that Nemiah Emmanuel Simms, the son of a reggae and bashment vocalist father and a producer mother, would become one of the most influential British rappers of his generation. Today, Nemzzz is one of the UK’s most-streamed rap artists, building a global audience while remaining rooted in Gorton, South Manchester.
After first breaking through with viral singles “Elevate” and “2MS”, Nemzzz quickly established himself through his calm flow, introspective writing and minimalist production style. His debut mixtape Do Not Disturb introduced his distinctive voice to a wider audience before sophomore project Rent’s Due earned a UK Top 10 chart position and further cemented his reputation as one of British rap’s defining new talents.
Raised on everything from Vybz Kartel and Bob Marley to Lauryn Hill and SWV, Nemzzz has developed a sound entirely his own, blending melodic restraint with sharp lyricism and effortless delivery. His catalogue now includes multiple songs surpassing 100 million streams, while co-signs from Drake and collaborations with artists including Central Cee, Lil Yachty, AJ Tracey and Latto have helped establish him as one of the UK’s leading global rap exports.
His influence continues to extend beyond music, with appearances at Paris Fashion Week, collaborations with Carsicko, features in Vogue, attendance at GQ’s Men of the Year Awards and growing recognition across luxury fashion.
Following recent releases including “GEEKIN” featuring Lil Yachty, “Locked In Freestyle”, “KILLIN EM” and now “Prince Of The Scene”, Locked In represents Nemzzz’s most complete body of work to date. More than simply a mixtape, it captures an artist entering a defining new chapter. Focused, disciplined and fully confident in his own identity, the project is built on billions of streams, a rapidly expanding international audience and relentless creative progression. Locked In marks the moment one of British rap’s defining voices truly comes into his own.
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