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Aug 7, 2020 · The last 20 years offered proof of power, as Southern hip-hop launched crunk, snap and trap — three sub-genres that have taken turns dictating and dominating the sound of popular music.
Aug 7, 2020 · August 7, 2020 • NPR Music has launched The South Got Something To Say, a canon of Southern hip-hop. Its creator, critic Briana Younger, and NPR's Rodney Carmichael explained the project...
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Aug 15, 2023 · In Atlanta, snap and trap music reign supreme, while electronic bass booms along the beaches of Miami. In every state, hip-hop took on a new voice, new moniker, and new identity. With each innovation, the sound was able to expand beyond state lines to a diverse, wide ranging language along the region.
- Lil Wayne. Hometown: New Orleans, Louisiana. At the number one spot on our list of the best Southern rappers, we've got Lil Wayne. Lil Wayne's exceptional lyricism and iconic sound have earned him a place in hip-hop's hall of fame.
- Gucci Mane. Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia. A pioneer of trap music, Gucci Mane's influence on Southern rap is immeasurable. His distinctive flow and memorable hits like "Lemonade" have secured his status in the industry.
- Future. Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia. From "Mask Off" to "Life Is Good," Future's unique style and powerful delivery have made him a staple in Southern rap.
- Young Thug. Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia. A pioneer of modern hip-hop, Young Thug's eccentric and versatile style has left a noticeable mark on the genre.
Aug 19, 2021 · Today, the genre is seeing a new wave of women rise to the top—and Atlanta is the epicenter. In the last two years, most of the women who have been included on the coveted XXL Freshman list have ...
Aug 28, 2020 · August 28, 2020. From politics and hip-hop to soccer in the Dirty South, here are 20 podcasts to offer some respite from COVID news and quarantine—all recorded and/or produced in Atlanta...
