in production: 1 x 30’ for bbc ni

The Rise of Hip Hop in Northern Ireland (w/t), produced by Lindsay Entertainment and Yolk Films, is a new documentary for BBC Northern Ireland that tells the untold story of a genre born from resistance and self-expression and how it took root in an unlikely corner of the world.

Drawing on archive footage, live performance and candid interviews, the film charts the evolution of Northern Ireland’s hip hop scene, from early pioneers like Jun Tzu to a new generation of artists redefining what it means to rap in, and about, this place.

The documentary explores how global sounds collided with local realities to create a distinctly Northern Irish beat, shaped by identity, politics, grief, race and belonging. From underground cyphers to international airplay, it reveals how hip hop became a powerful force for creativity, community and change.

The Rise of Hip Hop in Northern Ireland will air on BBC Northern Ireland as part of the Black History Month season.