Masters Degree are a rap duo from Lancashire, England. They consist of Matt Baker (a.k.a. JaeSwift) from Oswaldtwistle and Brecon Harrison (a.k.a Shadow) from Lower Darwen. They were the first signing to Blackmail Records. Masters Degree are a UK hiphop, rap and rnb act whose hits include “Speechless (Ft. Cathleen)” and “Breath Of Air”, the later of which reached number three in the official Soundclick Singles Chart in March 2009. Another hit, “It’s On”, reached number six in April 2009. They’re noted as early pioneers of Lancashire rap music. MD had been involved with many radio stations in Lancs, such as Preston FM’s ‘Oh Yehhh Show’ with Mr Rebz.