Jaguar Skills

What do you get when you combine 30 years of American Hip Hop culture with a talented and extremely hardworking British MC? It can only be Jaguar Skills. Inspired by a broad range of influences; from the retro sounds of Chicago’s The Cool Kids to the preppy and stylish raps of Lupe Fiasco, Jaguar Skills is one of few British rappers to truly capture an authentic US hip hop sound without sacrificing any of his own identity. Using upbeat funk and soul samples bound together with a love for pop music, there is a definite sense of positivity to his music that recalls memories of lazy summer afternoons, making Jaguar Skills the perfect choice for Cardiff’s Summer Ball.
Although still unsigned Jaguar Skills has received serious attention in recent months, with rigorous support from the likes of Radio 1 DJ’s Trevor Nelson and Chris Moyles. This recent period has also been extremely busy for the industrious rapper, who has released nearly 50 mixtapes which can be found on his myspace page. Always working hard to promote his music Jaguar Skills recently embarked on an extensive nationwide tour that has cemented his place as one of the most exciting talents in British Hip Hop. While Britain might not be known for its Hip Hop, it is something which is gradually changing, and Cardiff’s Summer Ball will be the perfect showcase for this potential star of the future. KYLE ELLISON