Drill music has emerged as a powerful subgenre of hip hop, originating in Chicago in the early 2010s. With its gritty lyrics and aggressive beats, drill quickly gained popularity and became a significant cultural movement. This article explores the history, characteristics, and influences of drill music, tracing its evolution from its Chicago roots to its global impact. We’ll delve into the subgenres, regional scenes, and key artists that have shaped the drill music landscape. Join us as we uncover the rise and influence of this unique genre.
The Origins of Drill Music
Drill music was birthed in the early 2010s in the streets of Chicago. It is characterized by its sonic similarity to trap music and lyrical resemblance to gangsta rap. The genre’s earliest artists, such as Chief Keef, Lil Reese, and Lil Durk, were known for their explicit and adversarial lyricism, often associated with Chicago’s notorious...
The Origins of Drill Music
Drill music was birthed in the early 2010s in the streets of Chicago. It is characterized by its sonic similarity to trap music and lyrical resemblance to gangsta rap. The genre’s earliest artists, such as Chief Keef, Lil Reese, and Lil Durk, were known for their explicit and adversarial lyricism, often associated with Chicago’s notorious...
- 10/26/2023
- by Music Martin Cid Magazine
- Martin Cid Music
Music producer The Atg has returned with his latest full-length album called Demon Time following his work for the film ‘Trap City’ starring Brandon T. Jackson, Clifton Powell and G.V. Prakash Kumar.
Having been inspired by a number of genres throughout his early career including classical music, The Atg’s latest collaboration with Chicago rapper, Lil Reese, is gaining traction in the UK.
The fast-rising subgenre of drill music, which found its origins on the streets of Chicago several years ago, has made its way to the UK’s musical scene, with the cultural significance of the movement gaining traction in the film business.
The young record producer’s newest album, Demon Time, features a track-list full of ominous yet energetic bangers. With an already impressive career behind him that speaks for itself, The Atg’s latest collaboration showcases his distinctive style flavoured with avant-garde gothic overtones. Some of Atg’s inspirations include Dr. Dre,...
Having been inspired by a number of genres throughout his early career including classical music, The Atg’s latest collaboration with Chicago rapper, Lil Reese, is gaining traction in the UK.
The fast-rising subgenre of drill music, which found its origins on the streets of Chicago several years ago, has made its way to the UK’s musical scene, with the cultural significance of the movement gaining traction in the film business.
The young record producer’s newest album, Demon Time, features a track-list full of ominous yet energetic bangers. With an already impressive career behind him that speaks for itself, The Atg’s latest collaboration showcases his distinctive style flavoured with avant-garde gothic overtones. Some of Atg’s inspirations include Dr. Dre,...
- 12/12/2022
- by Michael Walsh
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
On A Shivery, star-filled evening in May, Durk Banks is surrounded by friends, family, and what feels like the entire city of Chicago as he prepares to take the stage for a sold-out show at his hometown’s United Center. It’s the final night on his 7220 tour, and it feels like a moment of hard-won victory for Chicago hip-hop and the much-criticized drill scene. “To be able to perform in Chicago and sell it out … that feeling was like something you can’t even explain, for real,” says the 30-year-old artist,...
- 11/9/2022
- by Mark Braboy
- Rollingstone.com
Drill rap music, which extolls violence in the pursuit of riches, is not something New York Mayor Eric Adams wants on social media.
Adams spoke out against the genre a day after he gave a speech about the death of 18-year-old drill rapper Jayquan McKenley, aka Chii Wvttz. He was shot and killed in the Bedford-Stuyvesant section of New York City last Sunday.
Drill has moved from the underground into the mainstream in the last decade. Its rappers and producers include Chief Keef, Lil Durk, Lil Reese, Fredo Santana and others, most of them building a strong following on the internet thanks to social media. The genre has spawned regional scenes throughout the US and Europe.
Adams said he became aware of drill music thanks to his son, Jordan Coleman, who works at Jay-Z’s Roc-Nation. “My son sent me videos. It was alarming,” he said.
Adams now plans to...
Adams spoke out against the genre a day after he gave a speech about the death of 18-year-old drill rapper Jayquan McKenley, aka Chii Wvttz. He was shot and killed in the Bedford-Stuyvesant section of New York City last Sunday.
Drill has moved from the underground into the mainstream in the last decade. Its rappers and producers include Chief Keef, Lil Durk, Lil Reese, Fredo Santana and others, most of them building a strong following on the internet thanks to social media. The genre has spawned regional scenes throughout the US and Europe.
Adams said he became aware of drill music thanks to his son, Jordan Coleman, who works at Jay-Z’s Roc-Nation. “My son sent me videos. It was alarming,” he said.
Adams now plans to...
- 2/12/2022
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Lil Reese is a rapper, but we imagine you guessed that based on his name alone. Even if you’re not familiar with the rap game, it’s easy to tell when someone is a rapper based on the name that they choose. It’s no accident that many rappers have a stage name. It’s all part of the appeal, and it really does work. He’s been in the game for a while, but many people know very little about the rapper. So, let’s go ahead and change what you know to a lot more. He’s an interesting guy. 1. He’s Young Lil
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Lil Reese...
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Lil Reese...
- 9/7/2020
- by Tiffany Raiford
- TVovermind.com
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