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Skepta's 'Fork and Knife' album: A 7-year journey of identity
2 Oct
Summary
- Skepta announces new album 'The Fork and Knife' releasing November 6.
- Album explores Nigerian-British identity and Windrush history.
- Skepta cites art losing meaning as reason for 7-year break.
Skepta's sixth studio album, 'The Fork and Knife,' is scheduled for release on November 6. This highly anticipated project arrives after a seven-year hiatus since his last solo effort. Skepta expressed his gratitude to fans for their patience, highlighting the deeply personal nature of the album.
He revealed that the extended break was a response to a feeling that art was losing its meaning and artists were losing their creative drive. Skepta wanted to ensure 'The Fork and Knife' was a conscious yet engaging work, exploring themes of identity.
The album's core theme is identity, specifically examining what it means to be British as the son of Nigerian immigrants and existing between cultures. The visual elements reference 1980s Nigerian-British imagery, football culture, and modern London, linking the Windrush generation's history with contemporary life.
Earlier projects during his break include the 2020 EP 'ALL IN' and the 2023 five-track project '48 Hours' with producer Ryder.
