Jul 29, 2026
smart_toy About the Artist
Leaf Dog (born Simon Francis) is an influential and prolific figure within the UK hip-hop underground, acclaimed for his distinctive delivery, razor-sharp punchlines, and heavy boom-bap production. Based out of the vibrant South West scene, he rose to prominence as a vital member of the seminal collectives The Three Amigos, Brothers of the Stone, and the critically acclaimed supergroup The Four Owls alongside High Focus Records labelmates Fliptrix, Verb T, and BVA. Over his career, he has built a vast production and vocal discography, collaborating with legendary US hip-hop heavyweights like KRS-One, M.O.P., and Kool G Rap, establishing himself as a cornerstone entrepreneur of the modern British boom-bap revival.
In recent years, Leaf Dog has maintained an exceptionally relentless release schedule, driven by his work with Real Life Drama Records. Between 2024 and 2025, his explosive creative output included multiple full-length studio projects such as Anything is Possible, Photosynthesis, Outstanding in My Field, and The Red Alert. Moving into 2026, he continues to expand his catalog with projects like Want Change Take Notes and prominent guest features, while regularly performing on festival stages across the UK and Europe to showcase his timeless, unadulterated underground sound.
Official website: https://leafdog.bandcamp.com/
Social media: Instagram, Twitter
Latest album: Want Change Take Notes (Released April 2026 via Real Life Drama Records)
Upcoming shows: Touring updates and live underground festival dates are updated regularly across his active bandcamp and official record label channels.
Music video: Watch on YouTube
