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Slowthai has issued a statement after appearing in court accused of two counts of raping a woman.
The 28-year-old musician was charged with oral and vaginal penetration of a woman without her consent in 2021.
Slowthai, real name Tyrone Kaymone Frampton, has yet to enter a formal plea
After appearing in court, he issued a statement on Instagram.
The MAZZA singer currently only has one post on his page, the statement, which has him claiming his innocence.
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Rapper slowthai released a statement (slowthai/Instagram)It reads: "Regarding the allegations being reported about me. I categorically deny the charges. I am innocent and I am confident my name will be cleared.
"Until then, I will apply my energy to ensure this is concluded swiftly and justly.
"I ask that my supporters don't comment on this situation and respect the process and privacy of my family during this time."
The comment section has been turned off on the post.
Slowthai rose to fame in 2019 for his gritty and rough instrumentals as well as his politically charged lyrics.
Slowthai was charged with two counts of rape (Redferns)
He (Mike Marsland/WireImage)His debut album, Nothing Great About Britain, was released the same year and reached number 9 on the Official Charts on the same week it was released.
Brexit and Theresa May were a few of the many subjects and people covered in his songs.
Two years later his second album, Tyron, jumped straight to No 1 in the UK.
Rape and sexual abuse * If you've been the victim of sexual assault, you can access help and resources via www.rapecrisis.org.uk or calling the national telephone helpline on 0808 802 9999