Lord Apex - Smoke Sessions Vol. 4 (Album)

Lord Apex Closes the Chapter with Smoke Sessions Vol. 4.

West London rap visionary Lord Apex has dropped Smoke Sessions Vol. 4, the final instalment in his decade-long series – and it’s a reminder of why he’s considered one of the UK’s most distinctive underground voices.

The project sees Apex in razor-sharp form, weaving inventive flows, wordplay and introspection over an eclectic palette of sounds – from dreamy, jazz-tinged beats to liquid D&B, grime and Bronx-flavoured boom bap. Standouts like Out The Water, What’s the World Mean To You Part II and EM4 showcase both his lyrical dexterity and his ability to shift seamlessly between personal reflection and broader cultural commentary.

Beyond music, Apex continues to cement his cultural impact. Recent years have seen him front campaigns for Salomon and Champion, feature in Nike’s viral Air Max 95 x Corteiz launch, and share stages with global names from Freddie Gibbs to Sampha. With millions of streams, sold-out vinyl runs, and a reputation that stretches from London to Latin America, his reach is as international as his influences.

With Smoke Sessions Vol. 4, Lord Apex proves he’s not just closing a chapter – he’s setting the stage for the next evolution of UK rap’s underground spirit.