Released as part of their , the "Bermondsey" music video serves as a high-energy tribute to their South East London roots.
The duo's foray into rap began in . Pete (Peter Bowditch) first discovered drill music when his granddaughter took control of the radio in his car. Though initially annoyed by the aggressive beats, he soon found himself hooked on the storytelling and "greaze" of the genre.
Pete and Bas are two South London "geezers" in their 70s who have become unlikely icons in the UK drill and grime scene. 🎤 The Origin Story Released as part of their , the "Bermondsey"
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Many fans believe their grandsons (rumored to be rappers Nine and Dex ) are the actual writers or "ghosts" behind the flow. Though initially annoyed by the aggressive beats, he
Pete introduced the sound to his friend Bas (Basil Bellgrave), a and Frank Sinatra enthusiast. The pair decided to record a track "for a laugh," resulting in their debut single "Shut Ya Mouth" . The video went viral, launching a legitimate music career that has since included sold-out tours and collaborations with major artists like T-Pain and M24 . 📽️ "Bermondsey" (2021)
Their rapid rise has sparked constant debate online regarding their authenticity: Pete introduced the sound to his friend Bas
They rap about traditional drill topics— street fights , "moving coca," and making money—but framed through the lens of old-school London life. Pete famously boasts about winning fights on London buses and the Tube , while Bas warns listeners not to test him unless they want to get "knocked in the noggin". Real or Act?