Franz Von

Born in Jamaica, but now a central part of Sheffield’s hip-hop, afro and soundsystem culture, Franz Von is a MOBO-endorsed wordsmith, fusing rap, boom-bap and dancehall stylings with spoken word to create a distinctive blend with social commentary at the forefront. Perhaps best known as the high-octane emcee of UK jazz fusionists TC & The Groove Family and much loved afro fusion kings K.O.G. & The Zongo Brigade, 2025 sees him make a return as a solo artist, sharing his debut album ‘Take What You Want‘. Known for his versatility, Franz mirrors hip-hop's sample culture and adaptability with his stylistic approach. Raised on a diet of Damian Marley, Lauryn Hill and Nas, he also draws inspiration from contemporary artists like Klashnekoff, Little Simz and Kojey Radical, whilst referencing African rhythms, dub poetry, reggae, contemporary jazz and UK Bass music. Franz’s music has found widespread support from the likes of BBC Introducing, New Music Fix on BBC 6 Music, DJ Target on BBCR1Xtra, Rinse FM, Wonderland Magazine and more. As a member of TC & The Groove Family and K.O.G & The Zongo Brigade, Franz has performed extensively across the UK & Europe, touching down at festivals including Glastonbury, WOMAD, We Out Here and Love Supreme. He has also collaborated with the likes of Tony Allen, Onipa, corto.alto and Wiyaala.