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Andre Deer (born 16 December 2002), known professionally as Double Lz (formerly stylized as DoubleLz), is a British rapper and songwriter. He is a former member of the UK drill group OFB. Debuting in 2018, he released two mixtapes - Frontstreet and Drill Commandments - alongside Bandokay and SJ in 2019 and 2021, respectively. He released his debut solo mixtape, Two Lz Make a Win, in 2022.

Career

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Double Lz released his debut solo single, "Spillings", in May 2018.[3] In 2019, Double Lz, alongside Bandokay and SJ, released Frontstreet, which peaked at number 36 on the UK albums chart and 97th in Ireland. This was followed up by Drill Commandments - released in March 2021 - which peaked at number 53 in the UK.

Personal life

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Deer is the son of Kevin Hutchinson-Foster,[4] a drug dealer who was jailed for 11 years in 2013 for providing a gun to Mark Duggan prior to his death.[5] He has one daughter.[6][7]

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In 2022, Double Lz, alongside Bandokay, was charged with violent disorder following a 2021 incident at a Selfridges store, in which two people were stabbed.[1] In 2023, he was found guilty but his sentence was suspended.[2]

Discography

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Mixtapes

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List of albums, with selected details
Title Details Peak chart positions Certifications
UK
[8] 		IRE
[9]
Frontstreet[10]
(with OFB, SJ and Bandokay)
  • Released: 14 November 2019
  • Label: Rattrap Reality
  • Format: Online download
 36 97
Drill Commandments[12]
(with OFB and Bandokay)
  • Released: 19 March 2021
  • Label: Rattrap Reality
  • Format: Online download
 53 —
Two Lz Make A Win
  • Released: 9 December 2022
  • Format: Online download
 — —

Singles

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As main artist

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Title Year Peak chart positions Certifications Album
UK
[13]
"Spillings"[3] 2018 — Non-album singles
"Bad B on the Nizz"[14]
(with Bandokay and SJ) 		—
"Reality"[15]
(with Bandokay and SJ) 		—
"Purge"[16]
(with Bandokay and SJ) 		2019 —
"Spillings 2.0"[17] —
"Next Up?"[18]
(with Bandokay and SJ) 		—
"Hardest Bars Freestyle"[19]
(with Bandokay and SJ) 		—
"Ambush"[20]
(with Bandokay and SJ) 		— Frontstreet
"Mad About Bars"[21]
(with Kenny Allstar & Bandokay) 		— Non-album singles
"Hooked"[22] —
"Lightwork Freestyle"[23]
(with Bandokay) 		2020 —
"OT Bopping"[24]
(with Bandokay) 		91
"Let Man Know"[25]
(with Bandokay and Abra Cadabra) 		—
"Sliding"[26]
(with Dsavv) 		—
"Straight Outta Tottenham"[27] —
"BLM"[28]
(with Bandokay and Abra Cadabra) 		63
"What's Goodie"[29]
(with Bandokay) 		—
"Ahlie"[30]
(with Bandokay and Izzpot) 		2021 —
"YKTV"[31]
(with Bandokay and Izzpot) 		—
"Daily Duppy"[32]
(with Bandokay and Izzpot) 		—
"Hashtag"[33]
(with Bandokay) 		—
"Flick of the Wrist"[34]
(with Bandokay) 		— Drill Commandments
"Dumpa Truck"[35] — Non-album singles
"Plugged In"[36]
(with Fumez the Engineer) 		—
"Bye Felicia"[37] —
"Villa Freestyle"[38] —
"Block Freestyle"[39] 2022 —
"Lively"[40]
(featuring Jaykae and Blair Muir) 		80
"Out in the O" — Two Lz Make A Win
"The Beginning" —
"Drill & Bass"
(featuring Blair Muir) 		—
"Daily Duppy" — Non-album single
"Frontline"
(with OFB) 		— Two Lz Make A Win
"Feel Bigger" —
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Title Year Peak chart positions Certifications Album
UK
[13]
"Skrr"[41]
(Yxng Bane featuring Bandokay and Double Lz) 		2019 — Non-album singles
"No Games"[42]
(Kush featuring Double Lz) 		2020 —
"The Coldest Link Up, Pt. 2"[43]
(Tweeko and Sebz featuring Double Lz, S Wavey, Tiny Syikes, J.B2, Onefour, Trizzac, PS Hitsquad, Pete & Bas) 		—
"Magic"[44]
(iLL BLU featuring Bandokay and Double Lz) 		46 The BLUPRINT
"Hate On Us"[46]
(Frosty featuring Bandokay and Double Lz) 		84 Under Surveillance
"Circles"[47]
(Deno featuring Bandokay and Double Lz) 		36 Boy Meets World
"Money"[48]
(Ayo Britain featuring Double Lz) 		— Non-album singles
"Double Up"[49]
(Sean1da featuring Bandokay and Double Lz) 		—
"Bak2Bak"[50]
(Akz featuring Double Lz) 		2021 — The Come Up 1
"—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.

Guest appearances

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List of non-single guest appearances, with other performing artists
Title Year Other artist(s)
"Shots (Remix)" 2019 Morrisson, Bandokay, Burner, V9, Snap Capone
"On Deck (Remix)" 2020 Abra Cadabra, RV, Bandokay, Lowkey, Dezzie
"Youngest in Charge (Remix)" 2021 SJ, Dezzie, Izzpot, Bandokay

Awards and nominations

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Year Award Nominated work Category Result Ref.
2020 GRM Daily Rated Awards Frontstreet Mixtape of the Year Nominated [51]
Himself and Bandokay Breakthrough of the Year

References

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Double Lz

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Andre Deer (born 16 December 2002), known professionally as Double Lz, is a British rapper and songwriter from , , specializing in music. He gained prominence as the youngest member of the drill collective OFB (Original Farm Boys), contributing to tracks such as "Ambush" and "Purge" that highlighted the group's raw street narratives and rapid flows. Double Lz's career intersected with significant legal challenges, including a 2023 conviction for violent disorder related to a 2021 brawl at a store in which rival gang members wielded knives and caused stabbings, for which he and associates were found guilty after a trial at the . This incident, involving punches and attempts to disarm attackers amid escalating violence, underscored the real-world gang affiliations often embedded in artists' lives, leading to his departure from OFB and a shift toward independent releases. Post-conviction, Double Lz has maintained output with solo material, including the 2024 single "For Once," which reflects on personal reflection amid adversity, amassing streams on platforms like where he holds over 279,000 monthly listeners. His work, rooted in Tottenham's estate dynamics, exemplifies drill's emphasis on unfiltered accounts of urban survival, though constrained by institutional scrutiny on the genre's links to .

Early Life

Childhood and Upbringing

Andre Deer, professionally known as Double Lz, was born on 16 December 2002 in . He was raised in the estate in , , a housing project originally constructed in the amid urban development but plagued by design flaws and social issues. The estate's environment during Deer's formative years featured socioeconomic deprivation, including high rates and persistent activity rooted in territorial rivalries, contributing to limited economic opportunities for residents. This context, marked by historical events like the 1985 triggered by police actions and community tensions, exposed young people to street life from an early age, with typical state schooling in the area offering few avenues for advancement beyond local norms.

Entry into Music and Gang Associations

Double Lz, born André Deer on December 16, 2002, in , , began engaging with during his early teenage years amid the local environment of socioeconomic deprivation and territorial conflicts characteristic of the area's youth. , the subgenre he entered, originated in around 2012 as a raw, autobiographical style influenced by but adapted to document postcode-based rivalries and in London's urban estates, rather than purely fictional narratives. This emergence aligned with rising knife crime in boroughs like Haringey, where Tottenham's N17 postcode saw gangs form along hyper-local territorial lines, driven by factors including limited opportunities and dynamics rather than media sensationalism alone. As the youngest affiliate, Double Lz joined OFB—short for Original Farm Boys, a drill collective centered in the estate—around 2017, when he was approximately 15 years old, initially under the "Y OFB" banner denoting junior members. OFB's formation reflected the causal pull of neighborhood loyalties in Tottenham's gang landscape, where groups like those in engaged in ongoing feuds with neighboring sets over postcodes, as evidenced by patterns of retaliatory stabbings and shootings tracked in data from the mid-2010s. While lyrics often glorify or recount these realities, empirical analyses indicate no direct causal link from the music itself to increased , suggesting instead that it serves as a post-hoc expression of pre-existing environmental pressures in high-crime areas like . Double Lz's early involvement thus stemmed from immersion in this ecosystem, where music provided an outlet intertwined with local affiliations, predating his formal debut tracks.

Career

Rise with OFB

Double Lz emerged as a key member of OFB, a UK drill collective originating from the estate in , , where the group coalesced around shared neighborhood ties and a raw portrayal of street life. Formed as "Original Farm Boys," OFB gained underground momentum through collaborative tracks that captured the estate's tensions, with Double Lz contributing aggressive verses emphasizing confrontation and loyalty amid rivalries. His breakthrough came with the 2019 track "," featuring OFB affiliates SJ and , which showcased Double Lz's debut flows in a high-energy production marked by sliding 808s and direct disses. The official , produced by Sykes Beats, amassed over 35 million views on after an initial upload was removed for alleged content violations, highlighting OFB's ability to rebound from platform takedowns common in due to policies targeting lyrics perceived to incite violence. Subsequent releases like "" in early 2019 further solidified Double Lz's role within OFB, with the track—featuring SJ and —delivering verses on "gliding" and evading authorities, amassing streams on platforms like amid the genre's viral spread via censored uploads and fan shares. From to , these group efforts built a dedicated fanbase during UK drill's surge, as OFB navigated YouTube's restrictions by reuploading content and leveraging , despite over 100 videos from similar artists being flagged or deleted at the behest of London police for glorifying gang activity.

Solo Career and Releases

Following the peak of OFB's group activities, Double Lz shifted focus to independent solo projects, emphasizing personal storytelling within the framework while navigating external pressures. His debut solo , Two Lz Make a Win, arrived on December 9, 2022, comprising 13 tracks that blend raw production with introspective elements on street life and resilience. The project features contributions from affiliates like Akz and Shambo N15 on select cuts, such as "Local Shop," but centers Double Lz's lead verses. Despite ongoing legal challenges, including charges for violent disorder in 2022, Double Lz maintained output through self-managed on platforms like and , bypassing traditional label gatekeeping common in 's censored ecosystem. The mixtape garnered steady streams, contributing to his overall artist catalog exceeding 278 million plays by mid-2025, though solo-specific metrics reflect niche but dedicated audience engagement amid platform algorithms favoring less controversial genres. In early 2025, Double Lz participated in GRM Daily's "" interview series on January 28, providing candid insights into career obstacles, industry biases against authenticity, and personal motivations for persisting independently. He highlighted hurdles like and skewed media narratives, attributing them to broader institutional resistance to unfiltered urban narratives rather than inherent artistic flaws. This appearance underscored his solo trajectory's emphasis on direct fan access via streaming and video platforms, sustaining visibility without major label intermediation.

Collaborations and Performances

Double Lz has engaged in several collaborations with OFB affiliates and other artists, often emphasizing group dynamics and street narratives. In 2019, he featured alongside and SJ on RV's "Crep Shop," a track produced by M1OnTheBeat that highlighted Tottenham's scene through references to fashion and local rivalries. This partnership extended OFB's reach beyond core releases, blending their flows over bass-heavy production. Later collaborations included the 2020 single "BLM" with and , which addressed social issues like police violence while donating proceeds to youth charities in and Juvenis Youth. In 2023, Double Lz reunited with and on "Paradise," a track produced by UKDrill Daily that showcased evolving cadences amid his solo pursuits. Additional features, such as iLL BLU's "Magic" with , underscored his ties to the broader ecosystem. Performances have largely been constrained by UK drill's association with violence, leading to venue restrictions and a shift toward studio freestyles and online visuals. Double Lz and OFB delivered a notable appearance on Link Up TV's "Next Up?" series in 2018, which propelled their visibility among drill enthusiasts. His solo Fire in the Booth freestyle, aired on September 29, 2022, demonstrated technical prowess over Charlie Sloth's beats, focusing on personal reflections and genre resilience. Post-incarceration efforts in 2023–2025 have prioritized recorded outputs over extensive live tours, with rare guest spots reinforcing underground momentum rather than mainstream stages.

Musical Style and Themes

Influences and Genre Contributions

Double Lz's stylistic roots lie in the intersection of UK grime and US drill, with early influences including British rapper Giggs, whose monotone flows and street narratives informed his initial approach to rap. He later drew from the Chicago drill scene, citing artists like Chief Keef for pioneering the genre's aggressive, minimalist production and territorial lyricism, which emphasized rapid flows over ominous, sliding 808 basslines. These US origins, exported via early 2010s mixtapes, provided a blueprint that Double Lz adapted to London's hyper-local postcode conflicts, infusing tracks with regional slang and interpersonal beefs rooted in Tottenham's Broadwater Farm Estate dynamics. Within UK drill, Double Lz favored unpolished, authentic vocal delivery, minimizing to maintain raw aggression and clarity in wordplay, distinguishing his style from more melodic trap variants. This approach aligned with the genre's causal emphasis on documenting real-time street tensions, using syncopated rhythms and ad-libs to heighten intensity without relying on overproduced effects. As a core member of OFB, Double Lz advanced 's global trajectory through viral mixtapes like Frontstreet (2019), which amassed millions of views by fusing trap percussion with London-specific , broadening the subgenre's appeal beyond niche audiences. OFB's collaborative model—featuring back-to-back verses from Double Lz, , and SJ—streamlined drill's collective ethos, influencing a wave of estate-based crews and accelerating the genre's export to international markets via platforms like and , where streams surged over 300% from 2018 to 2020. This evolution preserved drill's confrontational core while enabling crossover elements, such as subtle melodic shifts, that prefigured hybrid sounds in later .

Lyrical Content and Drill Authenticity

Double Lz's lyrics, particularly during his time with OFB, center on documenting interpersonal and rivalries in estates, including explicit references to territorial conflicts with opposing groups like the "Niners" in tracks such as "Next Up?". These narratives often detail acts of retaliation and survival tactics amid ongoing feuds, drawing from the rapper's origins in the Estate, a area marked by persistent youth violence. Empirical data underscores this context: recorded 72 knife-related homicides in 2023 alone, with deprived boroughs like Haringey (encompassing ) exhibiting elevated rates of such incidents compared to national averages, where knife crime offenses rose 80% from their 2010 low to 43,516 by March 2019. The authenticity of Double Lz's drill output stems from its causal linkage to lived gang experiences rather than fabricated bravado, as thematic analyses of UK drill reveal recurrent motifs of loss—including peer deaths from shootings—and hyper-vigilance in high-risk environments, coded across samples of over 50 tracks as reflections of "" documentation rather than . Critics in mainstream frequently attribute drill's raw depictions to glorification that precipitates , yet this overlooks root causal factors like entrenched and social disenfranchisement in , where face structural barriers preceding violent cycles; scholarly critiques label such interpretations "street illiterate," arguing instead narrate unvarnished realities without endorsing them as aspirational. This perspective aligns with drill's origins in authentic , privileging empirical accounts of disenfranchised over sanitized narratives that ignore socioeconomic drivers. Post-incarceration, Double Lz's solo material exhibits an evolution from OFB-era group-oriented bravado—emphasizing collective defiance—to more introspective content exploring personal growth and genre shifts, as articulated in discussions of moving toward broader artistry beyond rigid confines. This maturation reflects a tempered realism, incorporating reflections on past experiences while adapting to changing musical directions, evident in tracks diverging from pure antagonism toward nuanced self-examination.

Reception and Impact

Commercial Success and Achievements

"Ambush," a 2019 track by OFB featuring SJ, , and , has accumulated over 35 million views on its official video. Similarly, OFB's appearance on the Mixtape Madness "Next Up?" series in 2019, with as a key contributor, has surpassed 26 million views. These metrics underscore early digital success driven by viral content on platforms like . Individual tracks under Double Lz's name or features have also registered substantial streaming figures; for instance, "Purge" has exceeded 11 million plays on . "OT Boppin," another collaboration with Bandokay, has garnered over 16 million Spotify streams. While not achieving top-tier UK album chart positions, select singles like "Frontline" with Dezzzie have entered official chart tracking, reflecting niche urban platform penetration. As the youngest member of OFB, born December 16, 2002, Double Lz broke out prominently around age 17 in , contributing to the group's rising visibility without formal major awards. His sustained underground relevance persisted into 2025, evidenced by a interview where he addressed career developments and music evolution.

Critical Views and Cultural Influence

Double Lz's contributions to through OFB have been commended by some observers for offering an unfiltered portrayal of life in London's marginalized communities, particularly in deprived areas like , where opportunities are scarce and youth express frustration over lack of support. and Double Lz have described as their primary escape from such environments, with their aggressive, street-rooted style resonating as a form of authentic self-expression for inner-city youth facing economic hardship and . Fans and supporters often view this as empowering marginalized voices, enabling artists to document personal and communal struggles rather than conforming to mainstream narratives. Conversely, critics have faulted Double Lz's music and similar OFB output for potentially normalizing or glamorizing gang violence through vivid lyrical depictions of conflict and retribution, amid broader concerns that exacerbates real-world tensions in gang-affected neighborhoods. This perspective gained traction with increased police-led removals of drill videos, including those linked to OFB's circle, as authorities cited connections between content and rising knife crime, prompting to delete dozens of tracks starting around 2018. While empirical studies question direct causation—finding no strong evidence that listening drives violence—detractors argue the genre's focus on adversarial themes risks desensitizing youth to aggression, prioritizing spectacle over resolution. Culturally, Double Lz helped propel drill's resilience and global reach, with OFB's tracks circulating via and despite algorithmic and legal pushback, influencing subsequent waves of drill artists and hybrid subgenres abroad. This export occurred even as platforms enforced stricter content policies post-2018, underscoring drill's role in subcultures as a defiant medium for airing grievances. Interpretations diverge: some right-leaning commentators emphasize the ' stress on individual agency and street-level decisions, critiquing overreliance on systemic excuses for perpetuating cycles; others frame it as a symptom of entrenched inequality, advocating contextual understanding over . Research suggests such music can serve as a constructive outlet, potentially diverting at-risk from when channeled productively, though bans may hinder this without addressing root causes.

Criticisms and Controversies in Reception

Critics of Double Lz's work within the genre have accused it of glorifying affiliations and , contributing to heightened public safety concerns amid 's rising knife crime rates. Between the year ending March 2019 and March 2022, police-recorded offences involving knives or sharp instruments in increased by approximately 20%, with accounting for a significant portion of incidents, prompting authorities to link such trends to drill lyrics that detail stabbings and rivalries. Organizations like the have requested the removal of over 100 videos from , including those associated with artists like Double Lz's OFB collective, citing content that allegedly incites real-world harm through explicit references to "opps" (opponents) and acts of retribution. Courts have similarly imposed injunctions on drill performers, as seen in 2018 cases where members, including those tied to similar scenes, were barred from producing music deemed to promote , reflecting broader institutional scrutiny of the genre's reception. Defenders argue that Double Lz's lyrics, such as those narrating street conflicts in tracks from OFB's output, mirror entrenched urban realities rather than originate them, with empirical analyses finding no substantiated causal connection between and youth violence. Research indicates that while often chronicles dynamics, violence predates the genre's rise, rooted instead in familial instability—over two-thirds of young offenders in the UK hail from disrupted households marked by absent fathers and neglect, exacerbated by welfare policies that correlate with single-parent dependency rates exceeding 50% in high-crime areas. This perspective counters media narratives emphasizing music as a primary driver, positing that serves as raw documentation of socioeconomic fallout from family erosion over simplistic attributions, with studies showing negligible direct influence on perpetration when controlling for pre-existing factors. The reception of Double Lz's music has fueled debates over , with platform demonetizations and performance restrictions viewed by some as suppressing authentic voices from marginalized estates, potentially hindering social insight into violence's drivers. Proponents of restrictions claim such measures safeguard vulnerable youth from normalized aggression, yet opponents highlight how —sparing less explicit genres—disproportionately targets , stifling cultural expression without addressing underlying causal chains like intergenerational trauma. This tension underscores a divide between protective and accusations of overreach, where barring artists from venues or algorithms limits unfiltered accounts of lived experiences in favor of curated narratives.

Gang Affiliations and Background

Double Lz, born on December 16, 2002, in , , grew up on the estate, a complex notorious for persistent socioeconomic deprivation and entrenched gang presence since the 1985 riots. As a youth in this environment, he aligned with OFB, short for Original Farm Boys, the dominant local set tied to the estate's "farm" area, which emerged from earlier iterations of Tottenham-based groups focused on neighborhood defense. OFB's formation reflects the fragmentation and evolution of longstanding Tottenham gangs, such as the , which originated on in the pre-1985 era before splintering under police pressure in the ; the group maintains territorial claims rooted in postcode loyalties, particularly N22, against encroachments from adjacent areas like N9. These affiliations underscore the real-world stakes of North London's postcode conflicts, where sets like OFB enforce boundaries through ongoing feuds with rivals including NPK and other N9-linked crews, often escalating over disputes involving personal losses and street credibility. In such contexts, young males from estates like commonly enter structures during adolescence as a means of protection, identity, and economic participation amid limited opportunities, with activities centered on controlling local drug distribution networks and repelling perceived threats from outsiders. Empirical patterns in Tottenham's dynamics, documented through assessments, show these sets prioritizing "mandem" solidarity to safeguard turf, where incursions trigger retaliatory cycles tied to honor and resource dominance rather than abstract . Double Lz's early ties exemplify this survival-oriented entry, predating his music pursuits and mirroring the causal links between estate isolation, youth idleness, and organized street defense in high-crime postcodes.

Selfridges Violent Disorder Case

On May 8, 2021, a violent brawl erupted inside the department store on , , around 7:30 p.m., involving members of the OFB collective and rival gang affiliates, leading to two men being stabbed in the legs. The altercation began on the first floor when individuals from opposing groups encountered each other, escalating into chaos with thrown mannequins, brandished knives and ropes, and physical assaults witnessed by shoppers. The victims, Ryheem Lindsay and Bryan Carvalho, required hospital treatment for non-life-threatening injuries, while (CCTV) footage and witness testimonies later documented the group's coordinated aggression, including punches, kicks, and pursuits through store corridors and restrooms. Double Lz, whose real name is Andre Deer, was charged in 2022 with violent disorder in connection to the incident, alongside OFB associate and others. The charges stemmed from Deer's documented participation in the , where evidence showed him punching Carvalho while the latter was on the ground in a restroom corridor and delivering additional kicks and punches amid the group fight. Prosecutors emphasized the of the disorder but did not attribute the stabbings directly to Deer, focusing instead on his active involvement in the unarmed assaults during the broader . The trial took place at , concluding on March 29, 2023, when a convicted Deer of violent disorder after reviewing video evidence and accounts linking him to the group's disruptive actions. faced the same charge but the failed to reach a on him, resulting in no conviction. Sentencing for Deer and co-defendants was deferred initially to May 18, 2023, with further proceedings in June 2023, where he received a rather than immediate imprisonment, reflecting judicial consideration of his role limited to non-lethal violence.

Aftermath and Departure from OFB

Following the violent disorder charges related to the 2021 incident, Double Lz encountered severe repercussions within OFB, culminating in his expulsion from the group around early 2023. Allegations surfaced that he had cooperated with authorities by providing testimony that implicated rival gang members, including detailing actions like disarming an opponent during the brawl, which fueled perceptions of disloyalty or "snitching" among peers adhering to street codes. This led to public disavowals, such as a post attributed to declaring Double Lz's removal for snitching—later claimed to be a hacked account—solidifying his status as a former member and highlighting fractures in group solidarity when legal pressures expose individual self-preservation. By mid-2024, Double Lz had navigated the fallout, emerging without a lengthy prison term tied directly to the Selfridges case and pivoting to independent endeavors, which underscored a pragmatic shift prioritizing personal survival over collective allegiance. In public statements and social media posts, he defended his actions as non-incriminating self-defense rather than betrayal, attempting to refute snitching narratives while acknowledging the code's demands in drill culture. This episode exemplified the drill scene's inherent instability, where empirical legal accountability—such as cooperating to mitigate sentences—often overrides romanticized loyalty, resulting in swift ostracism and career isolation for those who adapt to real-world consequences over subcultural myths.

Discography

Mixtapes and Albums

Double Lz initially gained prominence through collaborative projects with the OFB collective, including their debut Frontstreet, released independently on October 31, 2019, via streaming platforms such as and . Comprising 12 tracks emphasizing raw aesthetics, group loyalty, and street narratives, the project highlighted Double Lz's contributions alongside and SJ, marking an early phase of collective energy focused on confrontational lyricism and territorial authenticity. Following OFB's Drill Commandments in 2021, which continued the group's template with Double Lz's verses on themes of adversity and resilience, he transitioned toward solo endeavors. His debut individual full-length release, Two Lz Make a Win, arrived on December 9, 2022, as a 13-track totaling 33 minutes, distributed independently through streaming services amid broader industry reluctance to sign acts due to associations with . The project shifts from prior group-oriented bravado to more introspective content, exploring personal progression, local hardships, and motivational undertones, as evidenced in tracks like "The Beginning" and features with affiliates such as Akz. This evolution underscores a maturation in Double Lz's output, prioritizing streaming accessibility over conventional label backing in a facing promotional barriers.

Singles as Lead Artist

Double Lz's singles as lead artist primarily feature production, with early releases tied to his OFB affiliations evolving into independent efforts after 2022. These tracks often emphasize street narratives and have achieved varying streaming success on platforms like and , though few entered mainstream charts.
TitleFeatured artistsRelease dateUK Singles Chart peakNotes
Spillings 2.0NoneFebruary 3, 2019—Follow-up to debut solo track; promoted via music video on Pressplay Media.
PressplayNovember 16, 2022—Post-OF B release amid legal proceedings; freestyle-style track.
Lively, Blair Muir202380Sole charting single as lead; 1 week on chart.
RemapNoneJune 18, 2025—Recent solo single; distributed independently via .
Additional non-charting lead singles released in 2024 include "Don't Play" and "For Once", reflecting ongoing output as a solo artist outside group dynamics. These post-departure tracks maintain drill aesthetics but shift toward individual branding, with no reported bans or revivals specific to leads. Double Lz has appeared as a guest artist on various tracks, often alongside former OFB affiliates or broader scene collaborators, with appearances spanning his group era and solo phase post-departure in 2022. In 2020, he featured on Deno's "Circles," contributing verses with under the OFB banner, highlighting early network ties in drill circles. That same year, Double Lz guested on iLL BLU's "Magic" with , blending flows over a melodic production aimed at mainstream crossover appeal. Post-OF B, collaborations reflect selective persistence with ex-associates amid his independent shift. In March 2023, he appeared on "Paradise" by featuring , delivering aggressive bars on opposition and street life, produced for UkDrill Daily. More recently, in February 2025, Double Lz featured on Bandkidson's "Organ Bass (Remix)," adapting to a format outside core drill affiliates. Earlier contributions include the 2019 remix of Morrisson's "Shots," where Double Lz joined Snap Capone, Burner, , and V9 for a multi-artist emphasizing rapid-fire delivery. These spots underscore his role in elevating tracks through Tottenham-specific and energy, though output tapered after legal scrutiny and group exit.

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