PS Hitsquad has been making waves in UK drill. His debut album, Life on License, is a body of work that offers deep insight into his life. The 16-track project brings together various elements of his musical influences, not to mention pushing outside of what one would expect from the Drill Rapper.

As somebody who has lived a lot of life and has a lot of stories to tell, the album documents his growth journey and everything that has led him to this moment in his career. He is never one to shy away from the experiences he has been through. Across the album, you can pick up on everything he has to say, and his delivery comes through solidly across the 16 tracks.

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With a newly announced tour, he is set to take stages where he will bring the album to life. Before then, we caught up with the rapper to discuss the new album, the process of making it, his artistic journey and more.

You put out your debut album Life on License; how has it felt having that out in the world?

It feels amazing. I always love showing the people what I’ve cooked up, especially because there are so many new sounds/genres on this one compared to others.

When did the process begin for you to start making this album?

It’s been years in the making. I’d even say it’s an illustration from as far back as I can remember up until this point.

Before you put the album out, you had released a few singles before. So in terms of introducing the vibes of the album and setting the tone, how did you want to set that up with those particular singles?

I wanted to show all angles. From ‘Chasing My Grave’ to ‘Popeye’, ‘Dig Em Up’ to ‘Coulda Woulda Shoulda’ I wanted to show the different perspectives around the life I’ve lived while still having fun with it creatively.

How would you describe the sound of the album?

Much like myself, it’s multifaceted. I don’t know if I can narrow it down to just one sound, but I’d describe it as post-drill.

The title of the album is Life on Licence. What does that represent about what the album means?

It means a lot of things. Obviously I’m still on licence, but it’s not just about me being a convict; it’s also about life putting conditions in front of you, whoever you are & it’s ultimately down to you whether you let that stop what you got going on. Also LOL cause you gotta laugh at anyone thinking that’s all it is or will be.

You have always been open about the experiences you have had and gone through and how they relate to your music. In what way do you feel that being open in your music has helped you in terms of your own healing journey?

Music is my therapy. I don’t really talk to people about what’s going on inside, but I’ve always been able to express myself through lyrics.

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Was there a particular song on the album that stands out in the process of making the album?

‘Free Your Mind’ ft. Lihtz is one of my personal favourites.

What do you want people to know about you from listening to the album?

There’s a lot more to me than meets the eye.

In terms of your artistry and where you are. How does this album reflect where you are in your creative journey?

I’m trying to flex my creative muscle.

You have been making music a while now. So how do you feel you have grown/changed as a person have grown/changed from when you began your career till now?

I think now I’m more focused on making good music rather than just being the hardest rapper.

You grew up in Peckham. So how do you feel your environment had an impact in terms of your music and creativity?

Growing up in a place like Peckham is not for the weak. Not the greatest socioeconomic environment, so from a young age I saw & did a lot, probably why my lyrics are so graphic.

What can we expect from now that the album is out?

Expect the unexpected.

What are you looking forward to in the next phase of your career?

Enjoying it.

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