(Of All Time)
This article is a directory of grime instrumentals, for reference purposes only.
Artwork by @unequivocal_
First let’s talk about the producers.
Below is a list of the grime producers featured in this Article.
PRODUCERS
DPM RECORDINGS
Akala is an English rapper, from Kentish Town, London. He is one of the few on this list that is not a producer in his own right but some of his song productions were too relevant not to be on the list. So, in that case, his biggest songs were produced by Dash and Reza Safina (respectively[1]).
Dash – Roll Wid Us (Dexplicit Remix)| Akala: Roll With Us (Dxp Remix) (Instrumental)
Dash – Roll Wid Us | Akala – Roll Wid Us (Dexplicit Remix) (Instrumental)
Reza Safina – Shakespeare | Akala – Shakespeare (Instrumental)
Only the proper ancient grime-heads will know about Alias. You had to have been there right at the beginning to remember Alias now. It might sound like proper rudimentary grime production quality to the casuals and the new-agers but trust me when I say that Gladiator[2] was one of the most popular and influential grime instrumentals of the 2003 – 2006 ‘first golden age of grime’ era and Warrior was not far behind. Gladiator 2 was significant in its own right. Both Gladiators used soundbites from two of the most significant scenes in film history as samples before the drop…: “My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius” … and “Are you not entertained…” from the Russell Crow film Gladiator[3]. One of the best films of all time.
Alias – Gladiator | Alias – Gladiator
Alias – Gladiator 2 | The Alias – Gladiator II [Grime Classic]
Alias – Warrior | Alias – Warriors
Alias – Southside | ALIAS – SOUTHSIDE (INSTRUMENTAL)
Big ED – Frontline| BIG E-D – FRONTLINE (INSTRUMENTAL)
Big ED Frontline is the instrumental for the song Frontline by Newham Generals, arguably their most significant tune.
Big Shot – Monster | BIG SHOT – MONSTER
Big Shot – Stomp | Big $hot – Stomp [Instrumental]
Blackjack – Alcohol | BLACKJACK – ALCOHOL
Danny Weed – Creeper | Danny Weed – Creeper (Instrumental)
Danny Weed – Salt Beef |Danny Weed – Salt Beef (Instrumental)
Darq E Freaker – Cherryade | Darq E Freaker – Cherryade
Davinche & Jammer – K dot | K dot (Instrumental) – Davinche and Jammer
Davinche – Phaze | Davinche – Phaze (Instrumental)
Davinche – Eyes on You | DAVINCHE – EYES ON U
Davinche – Eyes on You 2 | DAVINCHE – EYES ON U 2
D Dark – Mission Riddim | D.Dark – Mission Riddim (TDR001)
DEXPLICIT
Dexplicit – Forward | Forward Riddim
Dexplicit – Gype Riddim | IMP BATCH – GYPE RIDDIM (D’EXPLICIT MIX)
DJ Mondie – Pull Up Dat (Dexplicit Remix) |
DJ Mondie – Pull Up Dat (Dexplicit Remix) (Instrumental) (2005)
Dexplicit – Might Be | Dexplicit – Might Be (Instrumental)
Dirty Danger – Misty Cold |
Dirty Danger – Misty Cold (Instrumental)
Dirty Danger – F’in Riddim | DIRTY DANGER – F’IN RIDDIM
As well as being the first grime artist to break into the mainstream, and the most successful grime artist of all time, Dizzee was an accomplished producer in his own right and played a major role in crafting the original grime sound through vocals and productions. Dizzee Rascal also self-produced his first album “Boy In Da Corner” after the success of his self-produced song “I Luv U”[4].
Dizzee Rascal – Hoe | Dizzee Rascal – Hoe [Grime Classic]
Dizzee Rascal – Strings Hoe[5] | Dizzee Rascal – Strings Hoe (Instrumental)
Dizzee Rascal – Jus A Rascal (co-produced by Taz & Vanguard) | Dizzee Rascal – Jus’ A Rascal (Instrumental)
Dizzee Rascal – Go | DIZZEE RASCAL – GO (INSTRUMENTAL)
DJ Bossman – Bongo Eyes VIP | DJ Bossman – Bongo Eyes VIP (Instrumental)
DJ Bossman – Bongo Eyes | https://youtu.be/kZerdPwQz-I?si=r3jR79X3Yk2zYpWH
DJ Bossman – Bongo Eyes 2 (Reverse) https://youtu.be/TCzgLy4v63E?si=AEainVj2wovdrM2H
DJ Dread. D – Invade | DJ DREAD.D – INVADE
DJ Eastwood – You Ain’t Ready | DJ Eastwood – You Aint Ready Instrumental
DJ MADD – New Reality | DJ MADD – New Reality
Dj Marsta – Hollow | Hollow
Dj Marsta – Gridlock | Dj Marsta- Gridlock (Instrumental) (Original)
DJ Mondie – Pull Up Dat | DJ Mondie – Pull Up Dat (Instrumental)
DJ Mondie – Straight | DJ Mondie – Straight (Instrumental)
DJ Oddz is in the same category as Alias when it comes to classic grime instrumentals. Strung Up, Blade Runner and Champion are all classics.
DJ Oddz – Strung up (Original) | DJ Oddz – Strung up (Original)
DJ Oddz – Champion (Remix) | DJ Oddz – Champion (Remix)
DJ Oddz – Strung Up VIP | DJ Oddz – Strung Up VIP
Dj Oddz – Blade Runner | Dj Oddz – Blade Runner
Dj Shotz – Coldharbour – DJ SHOTS – COLDHARBOUR
Dj Shotz – April Showers | Shotz – April Showers
DJ Target – Poltergeist | DJ Target – Poltergeist (Instrumental)
DOK & Magnum Force – Crazy Beat | D.O.K & Magnum Force - Crazy Beat (Instrumental)
DOK – WARNING | D.O.K. – WARNING
DOK – SHOCK ANTHEM | D.O.K. – SHOCK ANTHEM
Dom Perignon & Dynamite – Hungry Tiger | Dom Perignon & Dynamite – Hungry Tiger
DPM RECORDINGS
DPM Recordings – DPM Recordings | DPM Recordings – DPM Recordings [Original] [Instrumental]
DPM Recordings – Hoe | DPM Recordings – (Instrumental)
DPM Recordings – Slow | DPM – SLOW
Dullah Beatz – Dullah Beatz – Kill Confirmed
FLAVA D – ROBOT | FLAVA D – ROBOT (FULL)
Flukes – Hood Economics | https://youtu.be/4cO_yCWN2iQ?si=4upxK8JONlmQ0_fW
Footsie and Tubby – It’z War | It’z War (Instrumental) – Footsie and Tubby
Footsie – It’s War (Remix) | https://youtu.be/i4dy7DKsMvo?si=Efi-7Yz3ggyb-GRv
Footsie – Hit It | Hit It
Frett – Runnin | Frett – Runnin
Garna B & Hektik – Magic Circle | Garna & Hektik – Magik Circle
Geeneus – Dark boy | GEENEUS – DARKBOY
Ironsoul – Heavens Reject | Iron Soul – Heavens Reject (Instrumental)
Ironsoul – Chinese Water | IRONSOUL – CHINESE WATER
IVAN O – Come Again | IVAN O – COME AGAIN
Jammer – Fire Hydrant (Remix) | Jammer – Fire Hydrant [Grime Classic]
Jammer’s remix of Fire Hydrant is almost better than the original. I prefer it. The instrumental itself is a bit more advanced as it has more production elements going on. If I were a DJ, I would make a point of mixing Fire Hydrant into its remix, whenever I played either.
Jammer – Hollow Man | Jammer – Hollow Man
Hollow Man is a personal favourite of mine due to its sombre tone and progressive arrangement. The sequences of the various instruments layer over one another in a way that is very simple but sounds more complex than it would have been to create. Because of this, the arrangement appears complex but created a formula that Jammer would go on to recreate in his various productions at that time. These were still the early days of grime production and producers were generally breaking new ground with every new production when it came to sound engineering in general. For me, this was one of Jammer’s most complete instrumentals.
Jammer – Gas Man | Jammer – Gas Man
Jammer – Destruction[6] | Jammer – Destruction (Instrumental)
Jammer – Shangooli | Jammer – Shangooli [Grime Classic]
I liked the industrial style and sound that Jammer had in the early days. The way it almost sounded like it was made in a factory. Destruction was one of the forerunners and was one of those popular beats in that part of the scene at that time, especially when it came to radio sets.
JME – 96 Bars of Revenge | JME – 96 Bars Of Revenge
JME – Hench (Skepta Remix) | JME – Hench (Skepta Remix) (2007) (Classic Grime Instrumental)
JME – Serious | JME – Serious (Instrumental)
Jon E Cash – Hoods Up | Jon E Cash – Hoods Up Instrumental
Jon E Cash – War | Jon E Cash – War [Original] [Instrumental]
Jon E Cash – Invasion | Jon E Cash – Invasion [Instrumental]
J Sweet – Kerb | J-Sweet – Kerb
J Sweet – Ratz[7] | J Sweet – Ratz (Instrumental)
Kamikaze – Ghetto Kyote | Kamikaze – Ghetto Kyote (Instrumental)
Lewi White – Starships (2004) |Lewi White – Starships (2004) (Classic Grime Instrumental)
Lewi White, Biggaman & Jammer – Phantom Riddim |Lewi White, Biggaman & Jammer – Phantom Riddim (Instrumental)
Lewi White – Death 2 Dem | Lewi White – Death 2 Dem (Instrumental)
Lewi White – The Coffin | Lewi White – The Coffin (Instrumental)
Low Deep – Jedi | Low Deep – Jedi Instrumental
Low Deep – Cheeky Violin | Low Deep – Cheeky Violin (Instrumental)
Low Deep – Catz | Low Deep – Catz (Instrumental)
Low Deep – Spit Fire | Low Deep – Spit Fire (Instrumental)
Low Deep – Get Set | Low Deep – Get Set
Lstar – Cherry Drop | https://youtu.be/tgFJMZIIkqI?si=3p0EVHCMtAT2rDfq
Macabre Unit – Sense | MACABRE UNIT – SENSE (FULL)
Macabre Unit – Take Time | MACABRE UNIT – TAKE TIME (“TAURUS”, “ZODIAC”)
Macabre Unit – Fresh Air | 9ER (MACABRE UNIT) – FRESH AIR
Macabre Unit – Dem Nah Ready | Macabre Unit – Dem Nah Ready
Maniac has a polished beat making style. He may be one of the best grime producers of all time.
Maniac – Warzone | https://youtu.be/JUba30NpEyY?si=6EHamIt0iGJ7s7kM
Maniac – Bow E3 | Maniac – Bow E3 (Instrumental)
Maniac – Adulthood | Maniac – Adulthood (Instrumental)
Maniac – Grime Kid | Maniac – Grime Kid (Instrumental)
Maniac – Mandem | Maniac – Mandem (Instrumental)
Maniac – Orchestra | Maniac – Orchestra (Instrumental)
Maniac – Devil | Maniac – Devil (Instrumental)
Maniac – What Da Rass | Maniac – What Da Rass (Instrumental)
Maniac – Headshot | Maniac – Headshot (New Age Grime)(*NEW*)
Maniac – Skeng’d Out | Maniac – Skeng D Out (New Age Grime)(*NEW*)
Maniac – Captain | Maniac – Captain (New Age Grime)(*NEW*)
Mikey J – Mike Check, 1 – 2 | Kano Mic Check 1-2 Instrumental
Mizz Beatz – Mizz Beats – Adidas Hoodie (Remix) | Mizz Beats – Adidas Hoodie (Remix)
Mr President – My Guys (Remix) | Mr President – My Guys (Remix) – Grime Instrumental
Mr Slash – Concerto | Mr.Slash – Concerto Riddim (2006)
Mr Slash – Murder Music | Mr.Slash – Murder Music (Instrumental)
Mr Wong – Orchestra Boroughs | Mr Wong – Orchestra Boroughs (instrumental)
Mr Wong & Jammer – ChinkRasta | MR WONG & JAMMER – CHINKRASTA
Nathan Lockett – Last Man Standing | NATHAN LOCKETT – LAST MAN STANDING
P Jam – Real | P Jam – Real (Instrumental Mix)
Plasticman / Plastician – Cha | Remastered version Cha (Original Mix)| Original version Plasticman (Plastician) – Cha V.I.P.
Plasticman / Plastician – Cha V.I.P | Plasticman (Plastician) – Cha V.I.P.
Preditah – Blacksmith | Preditah – Blacksmith
Preditah – Circles | Preditah – Circles [Instrumental].wmv
Preditah – 24/7 | Preditah – 24/7 – (Instrumental)
Rapid is part of the grime collective Ruff Squad, along with Sir Spyro and Dirty Danger.
Rapid – Underground | Rapid – Underground (Instrumental)
Rapid – Top 3 Selected |Ghetto (Rapid) – Top 3 Selected Instrumental
Rapid – Top 3 Selected (Remix) | Rapid – Top 3 Selected Remix (Instrumental)
Rapid – Licence | Rapid – Licence
Ratchet – Firein | Ratchet – Firein – Grime Instrumentals
Ratchet – Dumplin | Ratchet – Dumplin (Instrumental)
Ratchet – Deadprez | Ratchet – Deadprez – Grime Instrumentals
Ratchet – Actionbass | Ratchet – Actionbass – Grime Instrumentals
Ratchet – Open Space | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XfGiO_DPkGE
Ratchet – Dealers (Remix) | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjmrDC96JvY
Rebound X – Rhythm ‘N’ Gash | Rebound X – Rhythm ‘N’ Gash (Instrumental)
Rude Kid – UFO Mode | https://youtu.be/voQ8KTGFdYI?si=1TIeNR3XVvm0dxma
Ruff Sqwad – XTC Vs Misty cold | Ruff Sqwad – XTC Vs Misty cold
Ruff Sqwad – Anna / Down | Ruff Sqwad – Anna (Instrumental) (Anna/Down RSQ008)
Ruff Sqwad – Functions On the Low | Functions On the Low
Ruff Sqwad – Down | Down
Ruff Sqwad – Pied Piper | Ruff Sqwad – Pied Piper (Instrumental)
Ruff Sqwad – Tings In Boots | Tings in Boots
Ruff Sqwad – Good Old Days | Good Old Days
Ruff Sqwad (Rapid) – Xtra | Ruff Sqwad (Rapid) – Xtra instrumental HD
Ruff Sqwad – Laydown | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9Y87r7k-Ak&list=PLSgrG6zMRdfyUgYp1zG2FP64KuYSGeawj&index=7
Silencer has a well-rounded beat-making style. He may be one of the best grime producers of all time. Run The CD might be one of the best grime instrumental mixtapes of all time. Silencer himself has been a prolific producer since around ‘09. See OG Season vol 1[8].
Silencer – Hot Headz | Hot Heads
Silencer – World War 4 | World War 4
Silencer – Bonus Stage | https://youtu.be/_RuScH0WgTs?si=PBsUIEsgOlUlH7Q2
Silencer – Goblin | Goblin
Silencer – Regulation | Regulation
Silencer – Final Lap | Silencer – Final Lap (Instrumental)
Sir Spyro is the DJ for Ruff Sqwad and is also a DJ for BBC Radio 1Xtra. He is also a respected producer in his own right.
Sir Spyro – Have Manners | Sir Spyro – Have Manners (Instrumental)
Sir Spyro – Grenade | Sir Spyro – Grenade (Instrumental)
Sir Spyro – Dubplate Drama | Sir Spyro – Dubplate Drama
Sir Spyro – Shadow Boxing / Aries Riddim | Spyro – Shadow Boxing (Aries Riddim) (Instrumental)
Sir Spyro – Bruce Wayne | Sir Spyro – Bruce Wayne
Dj Mondie – Pull Up Dat (Spyro Remix) | Dj Mondie – Pull Up Dat (Spyro Remix)
Skepta is often referred to as the King of Grime because of his influence within the genre. He is one of the foremost producers. He is also one of the most popular and successful grime artists and started as a DJ for Roll Deep. He started as an artist in Roll Deep and Meridian Crew with his brother JME before then starting Boy Better Know along with JME and other artists from the Tottenham area. He has also introduced numerous artists to the forefront of the grime scene.
Skepta & Wiley – Gunshot Riddim (Pulse Eskimo) | Skepta/Wiley – Gun Shot Riddim (Pulse Eskimo)
Skepta – Dead | Skepta – Dead (2006) (Classic Grime Instrumental)
Skepta – Flu | Skepta – Flu [Instrumental]
Skepta – Private Caller 2 | Skepta – Private Caller 2 Instrumental [14/16]
Skepta – Meridian | Skepta – Meridian (2003) (Classic Grime Instrumental)
Skepta & Escobar – Big Bars | Skepta & Escobar – Big Bars (2004 DTI Remix) (Classic Grime Instrumental)
Skepta – Missin | Skepta – Missin (2005) (Classic Grime Instrumental)
Skepta – D.T.I / Pirate Station Anthem | Skepta – D.T.I. / Pirate Station Anthem (2003) (Classic Grime Instrumental)
Skepta – Stageshow Riddim | https://youtu.be/xHqMDj5mxlY?si=dvAdTE4y9sVOLd1L
Skepta – Top Producer | Skepta – Top Producer [Instrumental]
Jammer – Take You Out (Skepta Remix) | Skepta – Take You Out Remix (2003) (Classic Grime Instrumental)
Skepta – Autopsy | Skepta – Autopsy (Instrumental)
Wookie – Little Man (Skepta Remix) / Skepta Vs Wookie – Little Man 2 (Backwards) | SKEPTA VS WOOKIE – LITTLE MAN 2 (BACKWARDS)|
This was first debuted on the Practice Hours 2 DVD, you can find it here :
Practice Hours 2 – Skepta – Freestyle – Practice Hours 2
Spooky Bizzle – Joyride | Joyride
Sticky – Kills Kutz | Sticky – Killa Kutz
Sticky – Triplets II | Sticky – Triplets II (UK Garage)
S-X – Money 2 | S-X – Money 2 (Instrumental)
S-X – Wooo | Woooo
Terror Danjah was the primary producer from Aftershock Crew. Terror Danjah is great at remixing other producers’ beats.
Big ED – Frontline (Terror Danjah Remix) | Frontline
Poltergeist (Terror Danjah V.I.P. Remix) | Poltergeist (Terror Danjah V.I.P. Remix)
Terror Danjah – Zumpi Hunter | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1aX30h3FAzQ&list=PLPuxmjtC4T7eXmPXx-m9kXzrjcGsGEgzH&index=5
Skepta – D.T.I. (Terror Danjah Remix) | D.T.I. (Terror Danjah Remix)
Waifer was Slew Dem’s primary beat-maker.
Waifer – Esco Practice Hours 2 Freestyle | Waifer – Esco – Practice Hours 2 Freestyle Instrumental
Waifer – Gunman Skank | Waifer- Gunman Skank
Waifer – Stepping | WAIFER- STEPPING (RAE WAIFER INSTRUMENTAL)
Waifer – News Flash | WAIFER- NEWS FLASH (RARE INSTRUMENTAL)
Wiley – Fire Hydrant (Waifer Remix) | WAIFER- FIRE (REMIX) (RARE INSTRUMENTAL)
Waifer – Who Wants Waifer’s | Waifer- Who Want’s Waifer’s (Instrumental)
Waifer – Fast Lane | WAIFER – FAST LANE
Waifer – Crazy Slew | WAIFER – CRAZY SLEW
Waifer – Shower Hour | WAIFER – SHOWER HOUR
Wiley is often called the Godfather of Grime[9] because of his influence within the genre. He is one of the foremost producers. He is also an artist and DJ in his own right. He started in Garage as part of Pay As You Go Cartel before founding Roll Deep. He has introduced numerous artists to the forefront of the grime scene.
Wiley – Pies | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_qakX1pQn8
Wiley – Igloo | Wiley – Igloo
Wiley – Ice Rink | Wiley – Ice Rink (Instrumental) [1/22]
Wiley – Mystic Forest | Wiley – Mystic Forest (Instrumental)
Wiley – Pingu | Wiley – Pingu (Instrumentel)
Wiley – Eskimo | Wiley – Eskimo (Instrumental) [1/2]
Wiley – Bird Tune | Wiley-Bird Tune(Instrumental)
Wiley – Morgue | Wiley-Morgue(Instrumental)
Morgue was one of the earliest grime beats to become popular in the underground scene. With its minimalist drum sequence and sparse sampling, it was a firm favourite in many radio sets.
Wiley – Fire Hydrant| Wiley – Fire Hydrant (Instrumental) [14/22]
Similarly to Morgue, Fire Hydrant was a relic from Wiley’s original production style. In those days he also went by Wiley Kat. This beat was synonymous for its crisp snare and the trademark Korg M1 sample.
(Also seen here in this drum and bass song: Bass Master Warriors – Before I Let Jungle Go)
Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/r/grime/s/aUDUspeMWz)
Virgo – March Riddim | Virgo – March Riddim (Instrumental)
Virgo – Temps Temps | Tempa Tempa – Virgo (Instrumental)
Wizzbit – Jam Hot | Wizzbit- Jam Hot (Instrumental)
YOUNG DOT / DOT ROTTEN
Young Dot / Dot Rotten – Money in Bags | YOUNG DOT – MONEY IN BAGS (INSTRUMENTAL)
Young Dot / Dot Rotten – Give Me the Money | https://youtu.be/E5_dVT0mo1A?si=KIqnYVzE-MMJ__72
Young Dot / Dot Rotten – Shan Hi | Dot Rotten – Shan-Hi (Instrumental)
Young Dot / Dot Rotten – Hydrolics | Dot Rotten – Hydrolics (Instrumental)
Young Dot – Err Yeah | Young Dot – Err Yeah
Dot Rotten – Rolling Thunder | Dot Rotten – Rolling Thunder (Instrumental)
Dot Rotten – Bassline Massacre | Dot Rotten – Bassline Massacre (Instrumental)
Dot Rotten – Wild Life Riddem | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3g5ioPNKi2E
Dot Rotten – Rowdy Riddem | Dot Rotten – Rowdy Riddim (Instrumental) (Real Legit Version)
Dot Rotten – Petrol Bomb | Dot Rotten – Petrol Bomb Instrumental
ZXPH XLLXS – XCXD BXMB | ZXPH XLLXS – XCXD BXMB
Youngster – Pulse X | Pulse X
Youngster – The Formula | The Formula
Youngster – The Formula 2 | Formula 2
“Grime’s not dead. It’s just on life-support”
[1] Wikipedia (Last updated: 23 August 2022) It’s Not a Rumour. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/It%27s_Not_a_Rumour . (Accessed 05 January 2025).
[2] Discog Alias – Fight Club / Gladiators. Available at: https://www.discogs.com/release/320258-Alias-Fight-Club-Gladiator . (Accessed 05 January 2025).
[3] IDMB | Gladiator (2000). Available at: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0172495/ . (Accessed 05 January 2025).
[4] Wikipedia (Last updated: 13 December 2024) Boy In Da Corner. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boy_in_da_Corner . (Accessed 07 January 2025).
[5] D Double E – Jammers Birthday – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTxOVRBL1iY / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rMIaaAEwn8
[6] Wiley v Kano – Lord of the Mics | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTF_T47CDnI
[7] Skepta v Devilman – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bHRcjqnkAI
[8] OG Season Vol.1 – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cj0OpuSNfLQv
[9] Wikipedia (Last updated: 30 December 2024) Wiley. Available at : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiley_(musician)#:~:text=Wiley%20is%20often%20labelled%20the,with%20his%20crew%20Roll%20Deep . (Accessed 07 January 2025).
The 100 Greatest Grime Instrumentals
This article is a directory of grime instrumentals, for reference purposes only.
Author: @unequivocal_