Shao Dow is an award-winning rapper, manga author and occasional ninja. Trained in Shaolin Kung Fu in China, he makes anime and gaming inspired music and raps in both English and Japanese.

Nominated for the Best Live Performer award at The AIM Awards 2022 and winner of the Hardest Working Artist Award at the 2017 AIM Awards, his music has been used by world class games including Fortnite and God of War and for an Amazon Prime series about Arsenal FC.

Alongside his regular releases, Shao Dow works on the soundtrack for the Shaggy Ball Z vs One Jump Man animated series with Mashed and Channel 4 – the 3rd episode achieved more than 1 million views on YouTube in 10 days.

Shao has performed at some of the biggest Anime and nerd culture events around the world and has toured the UK, Europe, the USA and Japan.

When it comes to performing live, Shao delivers an unforgettable stage show. Mixing skilful lyricism, infectious beats and Kung Fu, he creates an unparalleled live experience.

Red Bull Music
“Shao Dow approaches everything he does with the same tenacity and discipline: you wouldn’t bet against him.”

Crunchyroll
"UK Rapper and Certified Anime Protagonist"