Coming straight out of Essex, just outside London, Fakemink has been making serious waves since the top of this year. His breakout moment came with the viral hook on “LV Sandals” in May, followed by a stream of successful singles like “Easter Pink,” “Music and Me,” and the genre-blending collaboration “MAKKA” with Mechatok and Drain Gang’s Ecco2k. Fakemink has quickly become more than a UK underground standout, he’s a rising global figure.

Well before this rapid rise, however, Fakemink released his first and only full-length album, London’s Saviour, in December 2023 at just 18 years old. At the time, he was virtually unknown outside of a small, tight-knit underground UK scene. Still, with no major resources and producing everything from his bedroom, Mink crafted a wholly unique project, self-written, self-produced, and deeply personal. It brings to mind the early days of Kanye West: the DIY grit, the chip on the shoulder, and the undeniable talent. You can hear the influence, not just in the beats, but in the ambition and emotional depth behind them. It’s a testament to how a big recording budget means nothing when you have talent like Mink writing and producing music like this from their bedroom.

A friend once described Fakemink’s sound as “Luxury Rap,” a fitting label for music that feels rich in texture and emotionally layered. The production feels wrapped in velvet and leather, setting a moody, introspective tone. His writing is deeply expressive, often pulling out emotions you didn’t know were there.

The album features six full songs and three instrumental interludes that give the project structure and breathing room. Tracks like “Kill Everything” paired with the instrumental “Phantas-Ma-Goria” open the album with a clear sense of vision, while “Fleeting Feeling” transitions smoothly into “London Life.” Though short in length, every element of London’s Saviour feels intentional, showcasing a level of artistic maturity rarely seen at that age.

In all, London’s Saviour proves Fakemink isn’t just a product of hype, he’s a generational talent with a fully realized creative vision, even before the world knew his name.

Rating: 9/10