25-year-old D.C. native Wale, who is currently signed to Allido Records/Interscope Records, released his debut album 'Attention Deficit' on Nov. 10. Before signing with a major record label in March 2008, Wale released five mixtapes, where he gained major popularity in D.C., and eventually created a buzz for himself. Wale won the 2006 "D.C. Metro Breakthrough Artist Of The Year" award at the WKYS radio Go-Go Awards, toured with Jay-Z in Oct., perfomed at the 2009 MTV VMAs with UCB (D.C. Go-Go band) staying true to his musical roots, and has even worked with some of the world's biggest musicians of the time including Lady Gaga.
The album features collaborations with Bun B, Chrisette Michele, Melonie Fiona, and Lady Gaga. There have been many singers, comedians, and actors that are D.C. natives such as Toni Braxton, Ginuwine, Mya, Amerie, Raheem DeVaughn, Dave Chapelle, Taraji P. Henson, etc. However, Wale has definitely shined light on DMV talent in a new way...rapping. Generally, we usually see rappers from New York, Georgia, California, Texas, Florida, and other states on the music scene. Wale has opened up the doors for many more up-and-coming rappers out of D.C. The album has been getting outstanding reviews so far. Make sure you go get the album, and be sure to check out the album cover and video for his first single off the album 'Chillin' ' Feat. Lady Gaga below. For more info: WALE OFFICIAL WEBSITE & WALE MYSPACE
(Sources: YOUNG HOLLYWOOD & WIKIPEDIA)
On Oct. 31, one of the undoubtedly best rappers alive, Lil' Wayne released his 11th mixtape 'No Ceilings'. The mixtape has a compilation of 24 skits and songs combined, which are all outstanding. It features Wayne rapping over the beats to hit songs originally released by F.L.Y. (Swag Surfin'), Mario Feat. Gucci Mane & Sean Garrett (Break Up), and Jay-Z Feat. Rihanna & Kanye West (Run This Town) to name a few. Original songs are also featured including 'Single', 'Oh Let's Do It', and 'No Ceilings' Feat. Birdman named after the mixtape title. Make sure you listen to and download the mixtape for free at: NO CEILINGS MIXTAPE
(Source: WIKIPEDIA)
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