Aystar

Aystar is a grime and rap artist from Liverpool, England, notable for helping bring national attention to the city's grime and rap scene, which had historically operated in the shadow of London-centric UK grime. His delivery is instantly recognisable for its heavy Scouse accent, a distinctive trait in a genre long dominated by London and Midlands voices, and it became a key part of his artistic identity.

He first built a following as part of the collective USG (Unknown Souf Guyz), through which Liverpool's rap scene gained wider visibility, and he was mentored early in his career by London rapper and scene figure K Koke, which helped connect his regional sound to the broader UK rap infrastructure. His profile grew through high-visibility freestyle platforms and street-level projects that are staples of the UK grime ecosystem, including an appearance on «Fire In The Booth» and a «Daily Duppy» freestyle, both important calling cards in the genre.

Tracks such as «Trendsetter», «Disrespectful», and «Kop That Shit» showcase his sharp, punchy flows and unmistakable regional identity, distinguishing him from London-based peers. Aystar remains one of the most recognisable voices to emerge from Liverpool's rap and grime scene, often cited as a key figure in putting the city on the UK rap map.