WSTRN is a West London Afroswing/R&B group made up of Akelle Charles, Haile and Louis Rei. The three joined forces following the success of their collaboration, “In2”, which was originally labelled as an Akelle Charles song but later released under the new combined moniker.

The song went on to chart at number four in the UK, and even got recognition in the States (as seen by Drake supporting it on OVO Sound Radio). An all-star remix of the song was also released.

In 2017, shortly following the release of their WSTRN Season mixtape, Akelle was sentenced to prison time for an alleged robbery and assault. The singer has released a handwritten statement to fans denying his involvement in the crime and asking Haile and Louis to carry on making music in his absence.