Denzel Curry with Kenny Mason, 454, and CLIP
The last 5 years have been a dizzying ascent for Denzel Curry. After establishing himself as one of the leaders of rap's new underground through early full-lengths like 2013's Nostalgic 64 and 2016's Imperial, the latter of which saw the Carol City, Florida native cosigned by Rick Ross and earn him a spot on XXL's coveted Freshman list, Curry spend the last 5 years releasing 4 concept-driven full length albums that catapulted him from cult icon to one of the most celebrated names in rap. From the innovative, 3-part release strategy of 2018's TA13OO, which highlighted Curry's preternatural gift for melody in standout track "CLOUT COBAIN," to the diaristic 2019 album ZUU where he detailed parts of his life previously untold in a song like "RICKY," and 2020's full length collaboration UNLOCKED with superproducer Kenny Beats, Curry released a trio of critically-acclaimed albums that established him as one of the most vital voices in rap.
With 2022's Melt My Eyez See Your Future Curry demonstrated his ability to synthesize the lyrical prowess for which he's become known with the the kind of earworm choruses of pop in songs like "Walkin" and "X-Wing." To promote the album, Curry appeared on NPR's Tiny Desk Concert as well as The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, backed by the Cold Blooded Soul Band, delivering standout performances that highlighted the musicality of the wizened artist's work.
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Denzel Curry is a old rapper from Carol City, Florida who has recently emerged as one of the underground's most vibrant young talents--and one of its best candidates for breakthrough success in the mainstream. Unlike other artists who are fixated on the morbid, Curry's music isn't sprawling or indulgent, trite or aphoristic. Instead, his acute sense for the less savory parts of his life has manifested in hip-hop that's laser-focused, that sounds steeped in the headier approaches of the genre's greatest technicians yet remains distinctly Southern. Denzel continues to impress and is only gaining more recognition after the critical and commercial success of 2018's TA13OO.
With the release of TA13OO, Denzel appeared on Billboard's Emerging Artists Top 10 at #7, debuted on the Rap Chart at #6, and debuted at #28 on Billboard's Top 200 chart. The album includes critically-acclaimed singles "Clout Cobain," "Black Balloons," and "Sumo" and has received the highest praise from publications including Billboard, Pitchfork, Rolling Stone and Stereogum. Across TA13OO's three acts, Denzel explores topics including the presidential election, fame, hatred, paranoia, revenge, love, the current state of music, and personal tales of his own near-death experiences. Sonically, the album ranges just as widely as its subject matter - sounds of paranoia, fear of loss, brooding melancholy and mood swings straight from hell all find their way onto TA13OO, making this Denzel's most groundbreaking musical performance to date.
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The last 5 years have been a dizzying ascent for Denzel Curry. After establishing himself as one of the leaders of rap's new underground through early full-lengths like 2013's Nostalgic 64 and 2016's Imperial, the latter of which saw the Carol City, Florida native cosigned by Rick Ross and earn him a spot on XXL's coveted Freshman list, Curry spend the last 5 years releasing 4 concept-driven full length albums that catapulted him from cult icon to one of the most celebrated names in rap. From the innovative, 3-part release strategy of 2018's TA13OO, which highlighted Curry's preternatural gift for melody in standout track "CLOUT COBAIN," to the diaristic 2019 album ZUU where he detailed parts of his life previously untold in a song like "RICKY," and 2020's full length collaboration UNLOCKED with superproducer Kenny Beats, Curry released a trio of critically-acclaimed albums that established him as one of the most vital voices in rap.
With 2022's Melt My Eyez See Your Future Curry demonstrated his ability to synthesize the lyrical prowess for which he's become known with the the kind of earworm choruses of pop in songs like "Walkin" and "X-Wing." To promote the album, Curry appeared on NPR's Tiny Desk Concert as well as The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, backed by the Cold Blooded Soul Band, delivering standout performances that highlighted the musicality of the wizened artist's work.
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Denzel Curry is a old rapper from Carol City, Florida who has recently emerged as one of the underground's most vibrant young talents--and one of its best candidates for breakthrough success in the mainstream. Unlike other artists who are fixated on the morbid, Curry's music isn't sprawling or indulgent, trite or aphoristic. Instead, his acute sense for the less savory parts of his life has manifested in hip-hop that's laser-focused, that sounds steeped in the headier approaches of the genre's greatest technicians yet remains distinctly Southern. Denzel continues to impress and is only gaining more recognition after the critical and commercial success of 2018's TA13OO.
With the release of TA13OO, Denzel appeared on Billboard's Emerging Artists Top 10 at #7, debuted on the Rap Chart at #6, and debuted at #28 on Billboard's Top 200 chart. The album includes critically-acclaimed singles "Clout Cobain," "Black Balloons," and "Sumo" and has received the highest praise from publications including Billboard, Pitchfork, Rolling Stone and Stereogum. Across TA13OO's three acts, Denzel explores topics including the presidential election, fame, hatred, paranoia, revenge, love, the current state of music, and personal tales of his own near-death experiences. Sonically, the album ranges just as widely as its subject matter - sounds of paranoia, fear of loss, brooding melancholy and mood swings straight from hell all find their way onto TA13OO, making this Denzel's most groundbreaking musical performance to date.
Denzel Curry with Kenny Mason, 454, and CLIP
The last 5 years have been a dizzying ascent for Denzel Curry. After establishing himself as one of the leaders of rap's new underground through early full-lengths like 2013's Nostalgic 64 and 2016's Imperial, the latter of which saw the Carol City, Florida native cosigned by Rick Ross and earn him a spot on XXL's coveted Freshman list, Curry spend the last 5 years releasing 4 concept-driven full length albums that catapulted him from cult icon to one of the most celebrated names in rap. From the innovative, 3-part release strategy of 2018's TA13OO, which highlighted Curry's preternatural gift for melody in standout track "CLOUT COBAIN," to the diaristic 2019 album ZUU where he detailed parts of his life previously untold in a song like "RICKY," and 2020's full length collaboration UNLOCKED with superproducer Kenny Beats, Curry released a trio of critically-acclaimed albums that established him as one of the most vital voices in rap.
With 2022's Melt My Eyez See Your Future Curry demonstrated his ability to synthesize the lyrical prowess for which he's become known with the the kind of earworm choruses of pop in songs like "Walkin" and "X-Wing." To promote the album, Curry appeared on NPR's Tiny Desk Concert as well as The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, backed by the Cold Blooded Soul Band, delivering standout performances that highlighted the musicality of the wizened artist's work.
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Denzel Curry is a old rapper from Carol City, Florida who has recently emerged as one of the underground's most vibrant young talents--and one of its best candidates for breakthrough success in the mainstream. Unlike other artists who are fixated on the morbid, Curry's music isn't sprawling or indulgent, trite or aphoristic. Instead, his acute sense for the less savory parts of his life has manifested in hip-hop that's laser-focused, that sounds steeped in the headier approaches of the genre's greatest technicians yet remains distinctly Southern. Denzel continues to impress and is only gaining more recognition after the critical and commercial success of 2018's TA13OO.
With the release of TA13OO, Denzel appeared on Billboard's Emerging Artists Top 10 at #7, debuted on the Rap Chart at #6, and debuted at #28 on Billboard's Top 200 chart. The album includes critically-acclaimed singles "Clout Cobain," "Black Balloons," and "Sumo" and has received the highest praise from publications including Billboard, Pitchfork, Rolling Stone and Stereogum. Across TA13OO's three acts, Denzel explores topics including the presidential election, fame, hatred, paranoia, revenge, love, the current state of music, and personal tales of his own near-death experiences. Sonically, the album ranges just as widely as its subject matter - sounds of paranoia, fear of loss, brooding melancholy and mood swings straight from hell all find their way onto TA13OO, making this Denzel's most groundbreaking musical performance to date.
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The last 5 years have been a dizzying ascent for Denzel Curry. After establishing himself as one of the leaders of rap's new underground through early full-lengths like 2013's Nostalgic 64 and 2016's Imperial, the latter of which saw the Carol City, Florida native cosigned by Rick Ross and earn him a spot on XXL's coveted Freshman list, Curry spend the last 5 years releasing 4 concept-driven full length albums that catapulted him from cult icon to one of the most celebrated names in rap. From the innovative, 3-part release strategy of 2018's TA13OO, which highlighted Curry's preternatural gift for melody in standout track "CLOUT COBAIN," to the diaristic 2019 album ZUU where he detailed parts of his life previously untold in a song like "RICKY," and 2020's full length collaboration UNLOCKED with superproducer Kenny Beats, Curry released a trio of critically-acclaimed albums that established him as one of the most vital voices in rap.
With 2022's Melt My Eyez See Your Future Curry demonstrated his ability to synthesize the lyrical prowess for which he's become known with the the kind of earworm choruses of pop in songs like "Walkin" and "X-Wing." To promote the album, Curry appeared on NPR's Tiny Desk Concert as well as The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, backed by the Cold Blooded Soul Band, delivering standout performances that highlighted the musicality of the wizened artist's work.
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Denzel Curry is a old rapper from Carol City, Florida who has recently emerged as one of the underground's most vibrant young talents--and one of its best candidates for breakthrough success in the mainstream. Unlike other artists who are fixated on the morbid, Curry's music isn't sprawling or indulgent, trite or aphoristic. Instead, his acute sense for the less savory parts of his life has manifested in hip-hop that's laser-focused, that sounds steeped in the headier approaches of the genre's greatest technicians yet remains distinctly Southern. Denzel continues to impress and is only gaining more recognition after the critical and commercial success of 2018's TA13OO.
With the release of TA13OO, Denzel appeared on Billboard's Emerging Artists Top 10 at #7, debuted on the Rap Chart at #6, and debuted at #28 on Billboard's Top 200 chart. The album includes critically-acclaimed singles "Clout Cobain," "Black Balloons," and "Sumo" and has received the highest praise from publications including Billboard, Pitchfork, Rolling Stone and Stereogum. Across TA13OO's three acts, Denzel explores topics including the presidential election, fame, hatred, paranoia, revenge, love, the current state of music, and personal tales of his own near-death experiences. Sonically, the album ranges just as widely as its subject matter - sounds of paranoia, fear of loss, brooding melancholy and mood swings straight from hell all find their way onto TA13OO, making this Denzel's most groundbreaking musical performance to date.
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