Kano (British musician)

Kane Brett Robinson (born 21 May 1985), better known as Kano, is a British rapper, songwriter and actor from East Ham, London. A significant contributor to grime music, he is widely considered one of the pioneers of the grime culture, alongside artists such as Wiley and Dizzee Rascal. His fifth album, Made in the Manor was shortlisted for the 2016 Mercury Prize and won Best Album at the 2016 MOBO Awards. On screen, he is best known for playing the role of Sully in Top Boy.

Kano
Kano performing in 2017
Background information
Birth nameKane Brett Robinson
Also known as
  • Kano
  • KA
Born (1985-05-21) 21 May 1985
East Ham, London, England
Genres
  • British hip hop
  • grime
  • UK Garage
Occupation(s)
  • Rapper
  • songwriter
  • actor
Years active2002–present
Labels
  • 679 (2005–2007)
  • Bigger Picture (2008–present)
  • Parlophone (2016–present)
Websitekanomusic.com
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