Charles Edison’s latest release June In February is one of those albums that feels like what you need even if you didn’t know you needed it. This latest release from the London rapper and producer is a honest, warm and deeply personal album. It feels like sitting down with an old friend who has been through a lot and is finally at peace.
June in February is not just a collection of songs; it is the closing chapter of a personal story Charles has been telling for years through his music. His earliest works (Waking up in 2017 and Everything is fine in 2018) focused on the darkest parts of his life and what it felt like dealing with addiction, guilt and trying to move on but this album is a whole different story, it’s about gratitude and looking forward.
Charles began work on this album at the beginning of the year during the cold dark months when the British weather seems at it’s gloomiest but the music he created felt the opposite. It was full of light, warmth and good energy. That’s where the “June in February” comes from — the music felt like summer in the middle of winter.
The name took a deeper meaning when he wrote the song “Florence” in memory of his grandmother whom he lost to a brain tumor in February 2016. His grandmother was fondly called June by family, and she played a huge role in raising Charles and his sister after their mother left when he was just a toddler. Naming the album after her was a way of honoring her memory.
All the songs in June in February were written by Charles and he didn’t just stop there; he made all the beats and produced every track on the album. He wanted the best possible sound, so he brought in Chemo, a well-known name in British Hip- Hop, to mix and master the album. The result of this collaboration is a rich sound smooth to listen and detailed. Charles’s beats are inspired by Marco Polo, a producer known for adding details that makes a song come alive and exciting.
Charles Edison’s lyrical delivery is one thing that stands him out. He doesn’t just make an effort to impress with flashy wordplay or complicated rhymes; he talks to you like a friend who has been through it and just needs to share what he has learned. His lyrics just comes straight from the heart. With Florence being the emotional core of this album, you might expect it to be a sad song and although it deals with loss, it is filled with love and happy memories too. It’s more about celebrating life than mourning.
There’s another track “No Love Lost” a confident track that introduces us to a different side of Charles. In this song, he makes it clear that he’s no longer chasing approval or trying to please anyone, he is making music for himself and if people connect with it then that’s a bonus.
Another highlight is Let me down where Charles appreciates the people who stood by him during the tough times. It’s a heartfelt track, a genuine and honest moment from someone who knows how lucky he is to have all that support.
June in February is about enjoying life, being thankful and letting go of the past. It feels like the beginning of a new chapter filled with hope and if you’re tired of shallow music, this is something real. This album is just for you. This is beyond music, it is a journey, and it reflects growth, love and learning to embrace what the future holds.
June In February is more than just a personal triumph for Charles Edison, it’s a deeply human one. In an age where authenticity feels manufactured, Edison’s sincerity is refreshing. This is music that doesn’t chase trends, it chases healing, clarity, and purpose.
Whether you’re discovering Charles Edison for the first time or following him since Waking Up, June In February is an album that earns its place in your rotation and maybe even your heart. It reminds us that even in the coldest months, we can still find warmth. Even in loss, we can find love. And even in February, we can feel like June.
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