Introducing Snakehips

Snakehips is an English electronic music duo from London, England. Comprised of Oliver Lee and James Carter, Snakehips have achieved international fame with their unique blend of electro-R&B and hip-hop. The London-based pair first made their mark in 2014 with the release of their single “On & On”. Since then, they have become one of the most sought after groups in the EDM scene.

The Early Days

Oliver Lee and James Carter had been friends since they were young children, growing up in the same neighbourhood in South East London. They both developed an interest in music early on, and began producing tracks during their teenage years. In 2014, they decided to form Snakehips as a professional musical act.

Breakthrough Success

Snakehips released their breakthrough single “On & On” in early 2014. The track was instantly successful, garnering over 10 million plays on SoundCloud within the first few weeks of its release. This success was followed by the release of their debut EP Forever Pt. II later that year which featured collaborations with Chance the Rapper, Tinashe and MØ.

International Fame

Following the success of their EP, Snakehips went on to receive global recognition for their work. They were invited to perform at major festivals around the world such as Coachella, Splendour in the Grass and Sziget Festival. Their music has also been featured in hit TV shows such as Grey’s Anatomy and Suits.

Snakehips Today

In 2017, Snakehips released their second EP entitled Stay Home Tapes which featured collaborations with rising stars such as Anderson .Paak, Tory Lanez and Joan Thiele. Since then, they have gone on to collaborate with some of the biggest names in the music industry including Major Lazer, Anne-Marie and ZAYN. Snakehips continue to be one of the most exciting acts in EDM today.