Brothers of the Stone

Brothers of the Stone

Brothers of the Stone is a UK hip-hop group made up of Leaf Dog, BVA and Illinformed. The three-piece is rooted in underground rap and hip hop, and is based around a shared commitment to UK hip-hop and a strict approach to making music.

Line-up and roles

Leaf Dog and BVA form the group’s two MCs, and have been making music together for a long time. Illinformed is the producer in the group, and his work is described through a record of collaborations with a range of other rap artists, including Jedi Mind Tricks, Ras Kass, Apathy and J-Love.

Style and outlook

The group presents itself as a statement of “real” hip hop, with an emphasis on underground values and resistance to commercial rap. Its music is associated with honest production, direct storytelling and observational lyrics. The group also has a strong connection to High Focus, which is mentioned as part of the wider context around its work.

Collaborations and debut release

Brothers of the Stone features contributions from a number of well-known names, including KRS-One, Vinnie Paz, Beast 1333, Reef the Lost Cause, Fliptrix and members of the RLD Records family. The group’s self-titled debut album brings these voices together and serves as its main recorded statement.