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Guvna B is a father, author, podcaster, producer, TV pundit, presenter, entrepreneur, lyricist, victim, and survivor of racist violence. In just thirty-three years, the highly-acclaimed artist has lived a life as varied as his elite talents.

Now, a decade and a half into a career that has already brought him three Mobo Awards, three Urban Music Awards, and tens of millions of streams, The Village Is On Fire marks his tenth studio album and is his richest and most rewarding work to date.

Against a soundscape that evokes London in all its agony and glory, Guvna B grapples with the aftermath of an unprovoked and racially motivated attack. The incident on August 24, 2021, where hot coffee was thrown over him and he was punched in the face, tears away his confidence and forces him to face the world not as Guvna B but as Isaac Borquaye, the sensitive and thoughtful son of Ghanaian immigrants.

Despite this test of character, Guvna B excels in exploring vulnerability in his work. Whether it's through his chart-topping single "Massive" or his memoir "Unspoken", he has made a significant impact on the community he serves.

Guvna B bridges the worlds of gospel and grime, paying homage to genres and artists before him. The Village Is On Fire invites conversation and reflection on the challenges of East London, much like Kano's "Hoodies All Summer".

What sets Guvna B apart is his ability to find beauty in life's ugliest phases. Collaborating with artists like Ghetts, Michaela Coel, Darkovibes, and Kierra Sheard, his music serves as an anchor in a chaotic world.

After years of dedication and sacrifice, Guvna B's music now showcases his refinement and resilience, making The Village Is On Fire his most accomplished work to date.

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Guvna B

The Village is on Fire

Allo Mate Records
Red
Released26/05/2023Catalogue Number334912Learn more
Released26/05/2023Catalogue Number334907Estimated dispatch between Sat 19 Jul and Thu 24 JulLearn more