UK dance music disruptor Badger is set to unleash his highly anticipated debut EP, Let’s ‘Av It Right!, a genre-defying collection that captures the raw energy, playfulness, and underground spirit that’s made him one of the most exciting names in electronic music. Following recent singles “Afters” with Comma Dee and Danny Graft, and “Sweet” with footballer-turned-artist Chelcee Grimes, the EP signals a defining moment in Badger’s rapid evolution from internet sensation to full-fledged dance music powerhouse.
The five-track release includes three new original productions—“House Music Is For Nerds” featuring Kyle Kidd, “I’ve Been All Alone,” and “Lights Down (Fast Lane)” with grime heavyweight Scrufizzer. Each track showcases Badger’s signature blend of UK club influences, bridging house, garage, drum and bass, bassline, and more into an unapologetically bold sound that’s entirely his own.
The EP opens with “House Music Is For Nerds”, a cheeky, high-energy homage to ’90s warehouse rave culture. Packed with chunky basslines, sharp snares, and euphoric synth stabs, the track channels a nostalgic yet forward-thinking club vibe, anchored by Kyle Kidd’s soulful vocals. It’s a love letter to classic house that doesn’t take itself too seriously—and that’s exactly the point.
“I’ve Been All Alone” takes a more introspective turn, delivering late-night melancholy through lo-fi textures, broken 2-step rhythms, and a ghostly vocal loop. It’s a haunting, emotionally layered track that lingers long after the final beat, reflecting a deeper side to Badger’s artistry.
Closing out the EP is “Lights Down (Fast Lane)”, an electrifying collision of UK bass, DnB, and grime. Scrufizzer’s rapid-fire bars ride over warped low-end, skittering hi-hats, and punchy drums, resulting in a dark, high-octane banger built for warehouse chaos and festival mayhem.
Since dropping viral edits on SoundCloud less than a year ago, Badger’s rise has been meteoric. With over 170 million streams, a UK Top 40 hit, and a silver-certified remix of Natasha Bedingfield’s “These Words”, he’s leapt from internet fame to global stages, performing sold-out headline shows across the UK, US, Australia, and New Zealand. His viral track “In My Room” alone has amassed over 17 million organic views, drawing endorsements from stars like Ellie Goulding and Chloe Burrows.
From reimagining nostalgic pop gems into floor-shaking anthems to transforming off-the-cuff ideas into club-ready bombs, Badger has cultivated a loyal fanbase that now sees him as more than a viral act—he’s a genre-bending artist with staying power. His instinctive grasp of social media, paired with authentic musicality, has landed him on top-tier festival lineups at Glastonbury, Boomtown, Coachella, and Reading & Leeds. Just last month, he rocked the Luna Stage in Shangri-La and made surprise appearances at Arcadia’s The Bug, cementing his place as a festival favorite.
Looking ahead, Badger has teased upcoming collaborations with Michael Dapaah and Tinie Tempah, and his summer project promises to expand his sonic world even further. With Let’s ‘Av It Right!, he returns to his underground roots while pushing the boundaries of what UK dance music can sound like in 2025.
It’s loud. It’s unpredictable. It’s 100% Badger—and it’s just the beginning.