Christopher Francis Ocean (born Christopher Breaux), or better known by his stage name Frank Ocean, has quickly become my favorite (current) singer. Ocean originally hails from New Orleans, LA. In early 2011 he became a member of OFWGKTA, although most people say he doesn't seem to "fit" the group. In February 2011, he released his debut mixtape Nostalgia, Ultra. He released two sucessful singles from the mixtape, Novacane and Swim Good. He also appeared on the Jay-Z/Kanye West album, Watch the Throne ,thanks in large part to his mixtape. Ocean is currently working on his debut studio album, Coachella. One of my favorite song's of his is Swim Good (video below), which displays his influence of Japanese Anime and very unique song style. I can't wait to see what comes in the future from Frank Ocean.
Open Mike Eagle is an american hip-hop artist. Originally from Chicago, IL, he now resides in Los Angeles, CA. Mike Eagle (as his stage name is often shortened as) is a graduate of an underground, L.A. based, open mic workshop called Project Blowed.He has shownboth a remarkable ability to create full, soul shattering songs and freestyle rap with an eloquent emphasis.Through Project Blowed he has become part of the rap trio, Thirsty Fish, and the larger group, The Swim Team. He has release... Continue reading...
Wax and Dumbfoundead (abbreviated "DFD") might just be the two best mc's you've never heard of. If you have heard of them you would probably agree that they have the skills to be as big as any mainstream hip-hop artist (although I think we all know it takes much more than just the skill to "succeed"). Both are local to the L.A. underound music scene.
DFD was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, but made his way to the U.S. via Mexico when he was a child. He is of Korean descent. WAX is origina...