Drill music has gained notoriety in London and all over the word for its violent and often explicit lyrics. Some drill groups have been linked to violent crimes, including stabbings and shootings. Here are three of the most violent groups in London drill music:
- 67: 67 is a drill group from Brixton, South London, that has been linked to several violent incidents. The group has been known to use violent lyrics in their music, often referencing weapons and drugs. Several members of 67 have been charged with a range of criminal offenses.
In 2016, two members of 67, Dimzy and Liquez, were sentenced to prison for their involvement in a gang-related stabbing. The victim suffered serious injuries, including a punctured lung. Both Dimzy and Liquez were charged with grievous bodily harm with intent and sentenced to four and a half years in prison.
In 2018, three members of 67, LD, Monkey, and ASAP, were arrested and charged with conspiracy to commit robbery. The charges were related to an incident in which the group allegedly robbed a man at gunpoint. The victim was forced to withdraw money from an ATM before being released unharmed. The trial is ongoing.
- Zone 2: Zone 2 is a drill group from Peckham, South London, that has been linked to several violent incidents, including stabbings and shootings. The group’s lyrics often reference weapons and drugs, and some members have been charged with serious criminal offenses.
In 2019, several members of Zone 2 were arrested and charged with conspiracy to commit murder. The charges were related to a planned attack on a rival gang. One member, Skully, was also charged with possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life. The trial is ongoing.
In 2020, two members of Zone 2, Kwengface and PS, were arrested and charged with possession of a firearm. The charges were related to a video in which the two men were seen with a firearm. Both Kwengface and PS pleaded guilty and were sentenced to two years and six months in prison.
- Harlem Spartans: Harlem Spartans is a drill group from Kennington, South London, that has been linked to several violent incidents, including stabbings and shootings. The group’s lyrics often reference violence and drug use, and some members have been charged with serious criminal offenses.
In 2018, two members of Harlem Spartans, MizOrMac and Recky, were charged with murder after a man was stabbed to death in Camberwell. The victim, Sidique Kamara, was a member of a rival gang. Both MizOrMac and Recky pleaded not guilty, but were convicted and sentenced to life in prison.
In 2020, another member of Harlem Spartans, TG Millian, was sentenced to six years in prison for possession of a firearm. The charges were related to an incident in which TG Millian was seen on CCTV carrying a firearm. He pleaded guilty to the charges.
In conclusion, while not all drill music groups are involved in criminal activity, these three groups have been linked to violent incidents and have had members charged with serious criminal offenses. The glorification of violence and drugs in their music has led to criticism and concern from law enforcement and the public alike.