Skepta Releases The Fork and Knife Album
The 15-track album features a collaboration with Asake on the tenth track, Aloe Vera.
Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Hip-Hop and Rap
Skepta has released The Fork and Knife, a 15-track album running about 55 minutes, through Big Smoke Records and Epic Records. The project includes Asake on Aloe Vera and additional guest credits including Central Cee, Jorja Smith, and Project Pat.
Why it matters
The release brings a major British rapper's new project to international listeners, with a tracklist spanning multiple collaborators across genres. Skepta's official store describes the album as addressing his British and Nigerian identity, which is reflected in its availability in Apple Music's Nigerian catalogue.
The album contains 15 tracks running about 55 minutes, with Aloe Vera positioned as the tenth track. Commercial performance and streaming figures are not yet available.
The players
Skepta
Skepta is a British rapper and producer known for helping shape the grime and UK rap scenes.
Asake
Asake is a Nigerian singer and rapper known for his Afrobeats hits and international collaborations.
Big Smoke Records
Big Smoke Records is a British independent record label that has released music by Skepta.
Epic Records
Epic Records is a major American record label owned by Sony Music Entertainment.
The details
The Fork and Knife includes guest appearances from Asake, Project Pat, Novelist, Central Cee, Jorja Smith, Suggs, Chase & Status, Frisco, Bossman Birdie, Kibo, Mayhem Nodb, Jme, Kruz Leone, and Queenie. The album closes with the track Victory Lap.
Timeline
November 6, 2026: The Fork and Knife album released.
Industry Dynamics
The release continues Skepta's established pattern of blending UK grime with Afrobeats-influenced sounds, as seen in his earlier projects. Its collaboration with Asake reflects the growing crossover between UK rap and Nigerian music in the international streaming market.
The album is available through streaming platforms including Apple Music, where it is listed in the Nigerian catalogue. Listeners can access the full 15-track project on digital platforms.
The takeaway
Skepta's release shows how British rap continues to draw on Nigerian musical roots and collaborators. Listeners interested in the crossover can stream the full album to hear how these influences combine across its 15 tracks.
Further reading
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