Citing influences which range from old skool hip hop to jungle and heavy metal, Dizzee’s style has collaborated with artists as diverse as Calvin Harris, Arctic Monkeys, Fatboy Slim and Armand Van Helden (on his most recent release, ‘Bonkers’) demonstrating Dizzee’s vision and musical genius for writing tracks that span genres.
Dizzee Rascal has a connection to Preston as it has been reported that his smash hit collaboration with Calvin Harris ‘Dance Wiv Me’ began taking shape as the two discussed working together when Radio 1’s Big Weekend was held on Moor Park, Preston in 2007.