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In the final episode, jungle and garage pave the way for grime, a style which has crossed over into the mainstream.
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How Dizzee Rascal became the poster boy for grime
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Ben Onwukwe |
| Author | Lloyd Bradley |
| Abridger | Natalie Steed |
| Producer | Kirsteen Cameron |
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- Fri 10 Aug 201814:45BBC Radio 4 Extra
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