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Kane Robinson

Kane Robinson

Kane Brett Robinson (born 21 May 1985), better known as Kano, is a British rapper, songwriter and actor from East Ham, London. A significant contributor to grime music, he is widely considered one of the pioneers of the grime culture, alongside artists such as Wiley and Dizzee Rascal. His fifth album, Made in the Manor was shortlisted for the 2016 Mercury Prize and won Best Album at the 2016 MOBO Awards. On screen, he is best known for playing the role of Sully in Top Boy.

Known for

The Kitchen
The Kitchen
2023 • Izi
8 Bar – The Evolution of Grime
8 Bar – The Evolution of Grime
2021 • Self/Kano
Glastonbury Festival Presents Live at Worthy Farm
Glastonbury Festival Presents Live at Worthy Farm
2021 • Self
Tower Block
Tower Block
2012 • Mark
Rollin' with the Nines
Rollin' with the Nines
2006 • DJ - Kano
Black Arts Rule Streets 2
Black Arts Rule Streets 2
2005 • Himself
Amsterdam's Up In Smoke Concert
Amsterdam's Up In Smoke Concert
2004 • Himself

Full filmography

Kane Robinson – Biography, Known For & Filmography