MOBO Award Winner Reflects On Prison and Future Plans - Scorcher

MOBO Award Winner Reflects On Prison and Future Plans - Scorcher

From Life After Prison by Prison Radio Association

February 19, 2026 · 50 min

About this episode

Scorcher discusses his journey through the criminal justice system and his future plans after winning the MOBO Award for Best Grime Act.

Today on the couch, we’re joined by someone whose story goes beyond music. A respected voice in UK rap for over 20 years, he’s starred in Top Boy and worked with Oscar-winning director Steve McQueen. He’s been through the criminal justice system and come out the other side, using his voice to reflect, rebuild, and speak the truth. Since returning, his consistency and talent have earned him the 2025 MOBO Award for Best Grime Act. This conversation isn’t just about bars or fame – it’s about accountability, growth, and what life really looks like after prison. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube.  Useful organisations:  Changing Tunes – Uses the power of music‑making to support people in prison, young offenders and those post‑release.  Key 4 Life – Work with young people at risk of offending or reoffending, using education, mentoring, and employment support to help them build positive futures. Contact us:    If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.   💬 Socials: @afterprisonpod on Instagram…

People in this episode

Guest: Scorcher

Topics covered

  • music
  • prison
  • personal growth
  • accountability
  • UK rap

Keywords

  • Scorcher
  • MOBO Award
  • Top Boy
  • UK rap
  • prison

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Changing Tunes, Key 4 Life, Prison Radio Association

Books & works: Top Boy

Places: HMP Brixton

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