Ledbyher has released her new mixtape The Elephant, marking a major moment for the rising UK underground artist.
The 22-year-old Scottish-Indonesian rapper, producer and director has emerged as a distinct voice within a male-dominated scene, building her career independently as a self-taught creative. The Elephant positions her at the forefront of a new wave in UK alternative rap, reflecting both rapid artistic growth and a clear sense of autonomy.
Blending nu-wave jerk, alt-R&B and her self-described “lady trap,” the mixtape showcases Ledbyher’s versatility as a producer and songwriter. Across the project, she channels themes of resilience, ambition and female experience, pairing sharp lyricism with shape-shifting production. The project also arrives alongside an official video for “Backwards, Into U,”.
Speaking on the project Ledbyher: “God, it feels good to let this record go. Me and my friends have played these songs for so long at house parties, shows, on messy late night tube journeys – it’s been our big secret. It really feels like a friend I’ve been holding onto and has seen me go through so much, and now I get to set it free into the world. Bit emotional, but it’s time… fly, elephant, fly.”
Listen to The Elephant below.