Section Boyz

Section Boyz, later known as Smoke Boys, were a pivotal collective in the evolution of the UK rap landscape during the mid-2010s. Emerging from Croydon, the group - consisting of Littlez, Inch, Sleeks, Knine, Swift, and Deepee - became the face of the 'road rap' transition into what would eventually become the UK drill explosion.

Their sound identity is built on a foundation of trap production, utilizing aggressive percussion and dark, atmospheric textures that reflected the urban reality of South London. Their 2015 mixtape 'Don't Panic' was a landmark independent release, signaling a shift in the UK industry where street-level rap could achieve significant chart success without major label backing. Critically, they were lauded for their group synergy, often compared to the energy of early grime crews but applied to a slower, heavier trap tempo. Their cultural position was solidified by a MOBO Award for Best Newcomer and a high-profile endorsement from Drake, which helped export their specific brand of London grit to a global audience. They remain a primary influence for the current generation of UK drill and trap artists.