Mista X

Mista X is a Birmingham-based MC whose voice cuts through drum and bass with grit, heart, and raw honesty. A lyricist shaped by personal battles and powerful influences, his name comes from a time of low confidence and anonymity—"Mista X" (aka Mr X) was the alias he gave himself when he couldn’t bear to show his face. Now, having fought his way through those struggles, he keeps the name as a reminder of how far he’s come. Blending the storytelling of Tupac, the technical wordplay of Eminem, and the unmatched energy of UK legends like Skibadee (RIP), Eksman, and grime icons Skepta, Ghetts, and Devilman, Mista X brings a uniquely versatile style to the mic. Whether it’s aggressive clash-ready bars or deeply personal, emotionally driven verses, his voice adapts to whatever message needs to be delivered—raw, real, and without filter. His lyrical style swings between extremes: filthy and fierce, touching on life’s darker realities, and reflective and emotional, tuned in to what he's going through in the moment. This duality defines him—high-energy crowd-hyping sets matched with introspective performances that reveal his truth. Career highlights include playing his first festival, performing alongside artists he grew up admiring, and flying out to Inno in the Sun, marking a turning point where music became more than just passion—it became a real path. His latest release with DJ Komatose is a liquid DnB track rooted in emotion and connection. “The music was beautifully made,” says Mista X, “and I wanted to compliment it with some realness.” Komatose agreed—it needed to be heard, and now it’s finding its place with listeners. As for the dream collaboration? It could only be Eminem—the voice that gave young outsiders power, and the MC who still sets the bar. Mista X believes if they ever linked on a track, it would bang. With unmatched energy and emotional depth, Mista X is more than just a voice on the mic—he's a storyteller for the unheard, a fighter who found his voice, and a rising force in the drum and bass scene.