Tinie Tempah in Conversation with Yomi Ṣode

First Five invites artists, innovators and cultural leaders to share the stories behind five things that have shaped them. For 2026's final instalment of the series, multi Brit, MOBO and BET award winning artist, Tinie Tempah will take to the stage. Tinie is a pioneer of the UK rap explosion, a tastemaker in fashion, music and entrepreneurship whose fusion of grime, hip-hop and electronic music resulted in anthems that defined a generation and a career spanning over twenty years. Yomi Ṣode sits down with Tinie for a warm, insightful conversation as he explores his influences over the years, the books that’s kept him grounded, and the albums that’s shaped the soundtrack of his life. With DJ Conrad Kira curating the soundtrack, expect a night of nostalgia, conversation and the creative spark that keeps Tinie going, A special book curation will be available to buy on the night, courtesy of Roundtable Books. The Elgar Room is the Royal Albert Hall’s versatile contemporary performance space. It's steeped in history and a great way to enjoy live entertainment at the Hall beyond the main stage.