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Tag Archives: Spotlight
Indie Artist Spotlight: The Twentys
Def Sounds would like to introduce you to up and coming South Florida rap duo, The Twentys. As one of the top upcoming artists in South Florida, The Twentys bring an unheard style to the game. Just returning from their “Stay Close” tour in which they opened for major artists Rockie Fresh of MMG, Cyhi … Continue reading
Producer Spotlight: Tabu
On October 22nd, Kendrick Lamar released his critically acclaimed album “Good Kid: M.A.A.D City” through Top Dog Entertainment/Aftermath. Among the project’s many hits, one record features production from one of the most talented up-and-coming production teams out right now. Tabu is an upcoming and highly talented production team out of Copenhagen, Denmark who have already … Continue reading
Lil Wayne Doesn’t Want To Take 2 Chainz’ Spotlight
Tune Pushes Back “Dedication 4″ Release For Chainz Lil Wayne's Dedication 4 mixtape with DJ Drama was supposed to drop yesterday, but apparently he didn't take into account 2 Chainz' release date when he originally picked the date. When he realized, he made the decision to push it back a bit. Above, he reveals the … Continue reading
Indie Artist Spotlight: BigStat
For this month’s Def Sounds Indie Spotlight we feature BigStat, who received a tremendous response when we introduced the Connecticut-based rhyme-slinger with his freestyle session along with co-sign from Method Man, then we brought you his appearance on the Jimmy Fallon show, as he displayed his off the top freestyle skills, and most recently we … Continue reading
Indie Artist Spotlight: Swish
Def Sounds would like to introduce you to the very talented LA by way of Mississippi emcee/producer, Swish. Read up on Swish’s background and below that listen to some music from the Mississippi born and bred wordsmith. Mississippi born and bred, Swish is the product of tough streets and strong family roots. He stands at … Continue reading
(2)Deep: D&D / Gang Starr Foundation Spotlight On Yo! MTV Raps 1994 (Video)
Nothing new or rare here. Posted because some may have never seen this footage. Featuring Premo, Guru, Group Home, Jeru the Damaja, Afu-Ra, DJ Scratch & the rest of the Gang Starr foundation. Some of the things Preme mentioned back then seem almost prophetic now, especially his dialogue about vinyl culture. (2)dope! Hit the jump … Continue reading
Indie Artist Spotlight: S-Mak
For this month’s Def Sounds Indie Spotlight we feature S-Mak, who received a tremendous response when we introduced the LA rep to you with his “6 Minute: Live From La Freestyle.†At the time of hearing the freestyle, I knew I had to reach out, and get S-Mak featured in the spotlight. With that said, … Continue reading
Independent Spotlight: Illpo
A name I have seen popping up on the NC Hip-Hop scene was the group ILLPO. Repping Greensboro, the duo have been putting in work on the NC scene for a minute now. With the attention that Phonte and J. Cole has brought to the area, more people are starting to get some shine … Continue reading
Logic – The Spotlight
Since the video dropped earlier this week, it’s been viewed over 120k times. And to celebrate that mark, Logic decided to unleash the audio. DOWNLOAD: Logic – The Spotlight 2dopeboyz