Santan Dave

Rapper + Songwriter + Producer

2016 — PresentSouth London, England
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Santan Dave

South London's Dave emerged as one of the most compelling voices in UK rap, blending sharp lyricism with deeply personal storytelling. With a sound that fuses raw honesty and musicality, he continues to shape the culture while staying true to his voice.

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Making Waves

In The Industry

Publications

2025Third Album Debuts at #1 on UK Charts
2023NME: Technically Flawless, Lyrically Impeccable
2023The Guardian: A Fantastically Smart, Sharp Lyricist
2021GQ: Britain's Most Important Rapper
2019The Guardian: Album of the Year — Psychodrama

Awards

2025Brit Award Nomination — Album of the Year
2022Brit Award — Best Hip Hop / Rap / Grime Act
2021Ivor Novello — Best Contemporary Song
2020Mercury Prize — Psychodrama
2020Brit Award — Album of the Year
2019Ivor Novello — Best Contemporary Song

On The Road

Munich, GermanyOlympiahalle
Feb 2, 2026
Amsterdam, NetherlandsZiggo Dome
Feb 8, 2026
Paris, FranceAccor Arena
Feb 14, 2026
Brussels, BelgiumPalais 12
Feb 18, 2026
London, EnglandThe O2 Arena
Mar 7, 2026
Manchester, EnglandAO Arena
Mar 14, 2026
Birmingham, EnglandUtilita Arena
Mar 21, 2026
Dublin, Ireland3Arena
Apr 4, 2026
Toronto, CanadaScotiabank Arena
May 10, 2026
New York, USAMadison Square Garden
May 16, 2026