The Rappers Pushing Memphis Hip-Hop Forwards

In this episode of ‘Scene Reports’, we tour the city that gave the world Three 6 Mafia.

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The NEXT 50 represents a look forward, through the lens of what the past has built, to showcase the music, fashion, food, art and culture of hip-hop.

Presented by Levi’s

To celebrate 50 years of hip-hop, we’re looking at what comes next. What’s the best way to do that? Visit the cities doing the most to push hip-hop forward, and speak to the people at the centre of each city’s scene.

In this episode of ‘Scene Reports’, we meet two of Memphis’ most exciting young rappers, Kevo Muney and OG Sleepy Loco.

This article was originally published at “vice.com

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