Categorizing Travis Scott as an entity larger than a rapper who’s “hot right now” shouldn’t be a stretch. As a producer for GOOD Music, a ghostwriter (many claim he’s written for Yeezy), a musician (who plays the piano), and a trend-setter in both sound and fashion at a mere 23…
It should come as no surprise that Dr. Dre scrapped Detox. He’s a mad scientist of epic proportions, tinkering, toying, and tweaking every last sound of a recording. As a fan, it’s easy to find frustration in his quest for mastery. After all, Detox was hip-hop’s equivalent to Guns and…
Joell Ortiz is one fourth of the self-proclaimed greatest rap group ever assembled. He’s a dangerous MC who stacks bars with intricate couplets and punchlines capable of embarrassing your favorite rapper. Yet within Slaughterhouse, Ortiz maintains the role of the balanced member. He’s the dude capable of wilding out, but…
Wally Clark, creator and owner of Gummy Soul Records in Nashville, is a Renaissance man of sorts. His authentic ear and love for hip-hop led to some of the greatest mashup projects of the last decade. Long after the legal barriers and cease & desist threats stemming from 2012’s amazing…
Meek Mill spent the last few years finding his way, one angry rant at a time. From his days as a battle rapper, to his humble beginnings as Rick Ross’ MMG underdog, Meek’s always been a fighter with the appeal of a top-billed superstar. Meek is making a bid for…
Skyzoo is a bit of an outcast. He’s been dropping forward-thinking bangers for the better part of a decade, yet he’s far from a household name. A Brooklyn ambassador, Sky has never been bashful in reminding us that hip hop started in his city. He wears the heritage of hip…
Large Professor needs no introduction…especially on a site called Above Average Hip-Hop. If you’re unfamiliar with the Queens producer/rapper/DJ pick a record from his illustrious catalog and press play. If you’re a fan you already know. Re: Living is Large Pro’s 5th solo studio release, and further cements his status…
Summer Jam 2015 popped off Sunday at Metlife Stadium in Jersey boasting a full lineup of the best of the (mainstream) best, hosted by NYC’s Hot 97. This tradition, twenty some-odd years running, featured Chris Brown, Trey Songs, Kendrick Lamar, Meek Mill, Big Sean and plenty of surprises. Parking lots…
