Fred again.., Skepta and PlaqueBoyMax come together for new grime/dance crossover single. ‘Victory Lap’ made its grand debut via a live stream on Twitch, a fittingly modern unveiling for a track that bridges diverse corners of the music and internet cultures. The premiere was accompanied by the announcement of an impromptu pop-up rave in Brooklyn, New York, further cementing the event as a moment of genuine excitement and fan engagement.
The song itself is a sonic journey. Fred again.. lays the foundation with a dynamic and textured electronic soundscape. This provides the perfect canvas for Skepta, the iconic grime veteran, to deliver his characteristically raw and energetic verses. PlaqueBoyMax, who has been steadily building a name for himself through his music and popular Twitch streams, holds his own with a confident and versatile performance that bridges the gap between the two established artists.
The release marks Fred again..’s first new music of 2025, a significant return for the producer who has captured a global audience with his “Actual Life” projects. His ability to weave snippets of real life and raw emotion into his music is once again on display, though this time channelled through the powerful voices of his collaborators. Plaqueboymax — who’s a rapper, producer, and streamer — released the albums ATLANTA and Five Forever earlier this year. Meanwhile Skepta featured on the latest Playboi Carti album.